COCKTAIL PARTY PACKAGE 2

Hors D’oeuvres

Selection of Domestic & Imported Cheeses
served with grapes, dried fruit, assorted nuts, fresh baguette and crackers

Bell Pepper Boats
with basil sauce, topped with goat cheese, pine nuts, balsamic glaze

Caprese Skewers with Cherry Tomatoes & Mozzarella
drizzled with balsamic glaze

Ceviche with Mango in Martini Glass
white fish, shrimp, cilantro, onion, mango with crispy tortilla shells

Assorted Puff Pastries
with cheese, potato, spinach & cheese

Artichoke-Jalapeno-Parmesan Dip
served with fresh baguette

Stuffed Mushrooms with Creamy Truffle Risotto

Herb Rubbed Chicken Skewers with Sweet Chili Sauce

Grilled Seasonal Vegetable Platter with Fresh Herb Sauce
zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions …

Dessert

Assorted Dessert Bites
cream puffs, lemon bars, brownies

Seasonal Assorted Fruit & Berry Display

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COCKTAIL PARTY PACKAGE 3

Hors D’oeuvres

Charcuterie Board
A selection of cured meats, sausages, domestic and imported cheeses,
assorted fresh and dried fruit, nuts, apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, olives,
baguette, assorted gourmet crackers

Selection of Domestic and Imported Cheeses
served with grapes, dried fruit, assorted nuts, fresh baguette, artisan bread & crackers

Grilled Eggplant Bites with Basil or Cilantro Sauce
sprinkled with pomegranate seeds

Antipasti Platter
marinated artichoke hearts, olives, mushroom, roasted bell pepper, onion

or

Seasonal Assorted Grilled Vegetable Display with Truffle Glaze

Seared Ahi Tuna Bites
on cucumber wheels with wasabi sauce

Stuffed Endive Leaves
with smoked trout or salmon, bell peppers, mango, scallions
drizzled with orange aioli

Assorted Puff Pastries
cheese | potato (vegan) | cheese & spinach

Caramelized Wild Mushroom Tartlettes
puff pastry, caramelized onions, wild mushrooms, cheese

Chicken Satay Skewers with Thai Peanut Sauce

Grilled Lamb Skewers
served with mango chutney

Dessert

Assorted Dessert Bites
cream puffs, lemon bars, brownies

Seasonal Assorted Fruit & NBerry Display

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COCKTAIL PARTY PACKAGE 4

Hors D’oeuvres

Dates Stuffed with Gorgonzola & Walnuts

Baked Baby Potato
topped with bacon, chives, cream & cheese

Antipasti Platter
marinated artichoke hearts, olives, mushroom, roasted bell pepper, onion

or

Grilled Seasonal Vegetable Display with Truffle Glaze

Thai Noodle Salad
(can be served in individual pagoda boxes – great for cocktail parties)
rice noodles, sprouts, bell peppers, green onions, peanuts
chicken, shrimp, tofu (choose one)

Blue Cheese Steak Crostini
drizzled with balsamic reduction & topped with microgreens

Tuna Poke
spicy ahi tuna, cucumber, mango, chives

Roasted Salmon Skewers
with lemon-caper sauce

Assorted Puff Pastries
with cheese, potato, cheese & spinach

Mushroom Tart
mushroom mélange in creamy sauce in handmade tart

Herb Rubbed Lamb Chops with Mango Chutney

Coconut Chicken with Sweet Chili Sauce

Dessert

Assorted Dessert Bites
cream puffs, lemon bars, brownies

Seasonal Assorted Fruit & Berry Display

Chocolate Fountain (+$15/pp)
presented with madeleines, pretzels, marshmallows, cream puffs
bananas, strawberries, apples, oranges

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DRINKS

Alcohol & Beverages provided by client
Champagne, white wine, red wine
Served by HC bartender

DISPLAYED HORS D’OEUVRES

Charcuterie Board
A selection of cured meats, sausages, domestic and imported cheeses,
assorted fresh and dried fruit, nuts, apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, olives,
fresh baguette, assorted gourmet crackers and artisan breads

Seafood Spectacular
mini crab cakes with roasted red pepper aioli
shrimp cocktail with cocktail sauce
sliced sesame seared ahi tuna with wasabi aioli
grilled chili-garlic shrimp skewers with pineapple-avocado relish

Herb Rubbed Rib Roast Carving Station
au jus reduction, horseradish cream, spicy herb sauce

Seasonal Assorted Grilled Vegetable Display
shaved fennel, asparagus, red and yellow peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, onions, served with truffle glaze

Mashed Potato Bar
presented in martini glasses
creamy mashed potatoes with steamed broccoli, scallions, sour cream, butter, gravy

PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES

Caprese Skewers with Cherry Tomatoes, Mozzarella & Balsamic Glaze

Belgian Endive Bites
pears with blue cheese, toasted pecans and dried cranberries

HC Signature Artichoke-Eggplant Caponata Crostini

Grilled Thai Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Sauce

Herb Rubbed Lamb Chops with Mango Chutney

Tuna Poke with Avocado & Mango
ginger, onion, sesame seeds in mini cocktail cups

DESSERT

Assorted Fruit Platter

Assorted Petit Fours

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

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Appetizers

choose 4

Selection of Domestic & Imported Cheeses
served with grapes, dried fruit, assorted nuts, fresh baguette and crackers

Assorted Seasonal Vegetable Crudité Platter with Ranch Dip

Franks ‘N Blankets
all beef franks wrapped with puff pastry

Smoked Candied Bacon Jam Tart
hardwood smoked bacon, balsamic vinegar, port wine, brown sugar, onion

Italian Style Meatball Bites with Marinara
presented with toothpicks for easy handling

Mini Assorted Puff Pastries
cheese & spinach | feta cheese | potato

Hummus with Olive Oil & Parsley
served with pita chips

Tomato Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze
tomatoes with fresh basil, garlic dressed with aged balsamic

Watermelon Bites with Feta & Basil
balsamic glaze

Miniature Quiches
spinach | sautéed mushrooms | cheese | bacon & cheese

Dessert

Mini Assorted Dessert Bites
lemon bars and brownies

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Displayed Hors D’oeuvres

It is quite common to combine elements from various displays to create your own original display of food.
Prices for these selections vary depending on the number of guests, and seasonal availability.

VEGETARIAN

Gourmet Cheese Board
Domestic and imported cheeses, fresh and dried fruit, nuts,
apricot preserves, crackers & fresh breads

Baked Brie en Croute – Sweet or Savory
puff pastry stuffed with your choice of
mango-apricot chutney, assorted dry fruit | olives, sun-dried tomatoes with rosemary
brandied mushrooms and onions

Open Face Baked Brie with Black Truffles
served with fresh fruit, artisan breads and assorted crackers

Antipasti Platter (vegan)
marinated artichoke hearts, olives, mushroom, roasted bell pepper, onion

Mediterranean Display (vegan)
hummus, babaganoush and muhamarra with pita

Caprese Platter
ripe tomatoes layered with fresh mozzarella and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze and olive oil

Crostini Trio (vegan)
bruschetta, olive tapenade, romesco

Mexi-Trio with Chips (vegan)
fresh roasted corn salsa, mexican jalapeno cheese dip, and guacamole served with tortilla chips

Southwestern Chip and Dip Display
seven-layer dip, chile con queso, guacamole, Mexican cottage cheese dip and salsa fresca

Warm Artichoke & Jalapeno Dip
served with French baguette (may require reheating)

Vegetable Crudité with Trio of Dips (vegan)
cucumber, cherry tomato, bell pepper, broccoli, carrot with blue cheese, hummus and ranch dips

or choose 3 vegan dips:

hummus, babaganoush, muhamarra, romesco, red salsa, roasted corn salsa, mango salsa,
cowboy caviar, pico de gallo, guacamole, white bean dip

Seasonal Assorted Grilled Vegetable Display (vegan)
shaved fennel, asparagus, red and yellow peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, onions
served with balsamic or truffle glaze

Eggplant Delight
roasted eggplant with roasted garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, goat cheese, basil, toasted pine nuts

Roasted Eggplant Bites with Pomegranate (vegan)
served with fresh herb sauce

Dips, Spreads and Breads
choice of smoked whitefish paté, warm artichoke-jalapeno dip, roasted pecan-gorgonzola paté
or muhammara (roasted pepper walnut dip) served with artisan breads and gourmet crackers

MEAT

Charcuterie Board
A selection of cured meats, sausages, domestic and imported cheeses,
assorted fresh and dried fruit, nuts, apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, olives,
fresh baguette, assorted gourmet crackers

Cured Meat Charcuterie Board
duck paté, cured meats and sausages
Dijon mustard, spicy pepper and fresh herb sauces, cornichons & assorted olives

Assorted Paté Display
served with whole grain mustard, cornichons, artisan breads and assorted crackers

Deluxe Antipasto Platter
mozzarella, tomato-basil relish, roasted garlic cloves, country olive blend, assorted Italian meats, marinated and
marinated and roasted vegetables, pepperoncini, breadsticks and baguette

FISH

Vodka & Citrus Salmon Gravlax
served with bread, crackers, capers, assorted mustard, dill sauce, red onions

Roasted Sturgeon/Salmon Display
whole fish served with lemon-dill sauce, lemons, olives, capers, quail eggs topped with caviar

Gourmet Sushi Platter
served with pickled ginger, soy sauce, and wasabi

Hot Crab Dip or Rich Seafood Fondue
served with French baguette (may require reheating)

Atlantic Smoked Salmon Display
sliced smoked salmon, shaved bermuda onions, egg mimosa, Spanish capers, thin lemon slices, and fresh dill
served with whipped cream cheese, miniature bagels and artisan breads

Seafood Spectacular ($TBD)
mini crab cakes with roasted red pepper aioli
shrimp cocktail with cocktail sauce
sliced sesame seared ahi tuna with wasabi aioli
grilled chili-garlic shrimp skewers with pineapple-avocado relish

STATIONS

Loaded Mashed Potato Bar
presented in martini glasses
creamy mashed potatoes with your choice of toppings (choose 6):
caramelized onions, sauteed mushrooms, steamed broccoli, scallions, diced tomatoes, roasted garlic,
parmesan, sharp cheddar, gorgonzola, pepper jack cheese,
applewood smoked bacon, crumbled sausage, beef chili, chopped ham,
alfredo sauce, artichoke ragout, olive tapenade, sour cream, butter, salsa, hot sauce, gravy

Taco Station
pollo asado, carne asada, ground carne asada, fish
corn & flour tortillas, Mexican rice, shredded lettuce, cheese, beans, pico de gallo, jalapenos,
cilantro, lime wedges, guacamole, sour cream, red salsa and tortilla chips

Fajita Station
grilled chicken, beef, shrimp, flour tortillas, sauteed onions, red & green bell peppers,
Mexican rice and refried beans, shredded lettuce, cheese, pico de gallo, jalapenos, cilantro,
lime & lemon wedges, guacamole, sour cream, red salsa and tortilla chips

Pasta Station
spaghetti, penne pasta and tortellini, alfredo & marinara sauces, pesto
choose 6 toppings:
meatballs, roasted red peppers, chopped fresh and sun dried tomatoes, roasted garlic, black olives,
artichoke ragout, sautéed mushrooms, grilled vegetables, sauteed peas, grated parmesan cheese, gorgonzola

Macaroni & Cheese Station
green onions, bell peppers, salsa, olives, grated cheese, marinara sauce, chili flakes, hot sauce

Risotto Bar
presented in martini glasses
Italian arborio rice simmered with aromatic spices
choose 5 toppings:
Applewood smoked bacon, grilled mushrooms, sauteed onions, artichoke ragout, olives
grilled shrimp, chopped tomato, roasted garlic, sun dried tomatoes, Parmesan, scallions, sautéed peas

Herb Rubbed Rib Roast Carving Station
au jus reduction, horseradish cream, spicy herb sauce

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Passed/Placed Hors D’oeuvres

VEGETARIAN

Dates Stuffed with Goat Cheese or Gorgonzola and Walnuts

Warm Dates with Shaved Parmesan
warm dates sautéed in butter and stuffed with shaved parmesan

Belgian Endive Bites
(choose one topping)
apple or pear with blue cheese, toasted pecans and dried cranberries | goat cheese and walnuts

Grilled Vegetable Skewers
zucchini, yellow squash, bell pepper, mushroom, onion, Thai peanut sauce

Roasted Red Peppers and Artichokes
baked in a crisp basket

Mini Roasted Bell Pepper Boats
basil sauce, goat cheese, and pine nuts

Assorted Puff Pastry Bites
cheese | potato | cheese & spinach

Spanakopita
puff pastry stuffed with cheese & spinach

Crostini Olivada
tomatoes, olive tapenade

Tomato Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze

Caprese Skewers with Cherry Tomatoes & Mozzarella
balsamic glaze or fresh pesto

HC Signature Artichoke-Eggplant Caponata Tarts

Watermelon Bites with Feta, Basil and Balsamic Glaze

Beet Napoleons with Goat Cheese & Thyme

Soup Shots (choose one)
HC Secret Recipe Gazpacho Shots (cold) | Avocado Yogurt Soup (cold)
Creamy Mushroom Soup | Butternut Squash Soup | Tomato Bisque

Sesame Seed Crusted Tofu Bites
hoisin sauce, scallions

Tofu Bites
pesto or marinara sauce or vegan pesto

Vegetable Spring Rolls
sweet chili and Asian dipping sauces

Miniature Cheese Pizzas

Mushroom Tartlets

Stuffed Mushroom Caps (choose one)
sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, cheese, and herbs | sauteed mushrooms & onions, herbs, cheese
creamy truffle risotto

Miniature Quiches
classic French (bacon and cheese) | spinach | sautéed mushrooms | cheese

Miniature Corn and Green Chili Cakes

Warm Sweet Potato Bites with Melted Brie & Pistachios

FISH/SEAFOOD

Baked Baby Potato Cups
smoked salmon, sour cream, capers & fresh dill

Belgian Endive Bites
(choose one topping)
curried shrimp | crabmeat-apple salad | smoked trout & mango salsa

Seafood Ceviche
shrimp, fish, bell peppers, jalapeno, mango, cilantro, onion, chips

Mini Potato Pancakes
smoked salmon, crème fraiche, capers, lemon zest

Miniature Bouchée Cups with Smoked Salmon Mousse
garnished with fresh dill

Mini Blini topped with Red Caviar
crème fraîche & chives

Tiger Prawns with Wasabi Aioli
served with seaweed salad in mini cocktail cups

Seared Tiger Prawns with Sweet Chili Sauce

Roasted Shrimp Skewers with Grape Tomatoes
marinated with fresh herbs, garlic and lemon zest

Roasted Salmon Skewers
with lemon-caper sauce

Chilled Grilled Shrimp with Mango Salsa
presented in individual cups for easy handling

Crab Quesadillas with Salsa Fresca

Crab Cakes with Chipotle Chili Aioli

Hot Crab & Artichoke Dip

Creamy Warm Crab Bites
fresh crab meat baked with scallions in mini tarts

Crabmeat Bites on cucumber rounds
red onions, capers, bell peppers, lemon zest

Ahi Tuna (or Salmon) Tartare with Ginger, Sesame Seeds & Scallions
on cucumber rounds with light wasabi-sesame oil sauce

Tuna or Salmon Poke with Cucumber & Mango
ginger, onion, sesame seeds in mini cocktail cups

Seared Ahi Tuna Bites with Sesame Crust
cucumber wheels or wonton chips with wasabi soy aioli

Roasted Eel glazed with Asian Sauce

Seared Pistachio-Crusted Sea Scallops
wasabi sauce dusted with chopped pistachios

MEAT

Belgian Endive Bites
smoked duck, roasted pear, bell pepper, green onion, orange aioli

or

Chicken Salad Bites on Endive Leaves
grapes, toasted almonds, orange zest aioli

Baked Baby Potato Cups
cheddar cheese, bacon, chives & sour cream

Meatball Bites with Marinara or Pesto Sauce
presented with mini picks for easy handling

Melon Bites wrapped with Prosciutto
accented with fresh basil

Warm Crispy Bacon Wraps (choose one)
prunes, baby potato, chicken | dates stuffed with gorgonzola

Mini Beef Wellingtons
beef tenderloin with puff pastry and mushroom duxelle

Herb Rubbed Lamb Chops with Mango Chutney

Blue Cheese Steak Crostini
balsamic reduction & topped with microgreens

Tri-Tip Sliders
provolone & roasted onions

Asian Grilled Beef Skewers
marinated with soy sauce, ginger & scallions,
served with toasted sesame seeds and Thai peanut sauce

Grilled Beef, Chicken, Lamb, Pork Skewers (choose one)
fresh Italian herb sauce or mango chutney

Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

Grilled Thai Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Sauce

Fajita Chicken Quesadillas
mild green chilies, three-cheese blend, salsa fresca

Chicken Waffle Bites
drizzled with maple syrup

Coconut Crusted Chicken with Sweet Chili Sauce

Miniature Duck Blini
small pancakes with smoked duck, hoisin sauce and scallions

Beef Empanadas
ground beef, cheddar cheese, jalapenos and Latin spices wrapped in a corn masa pastry

Chicken Empanadas
simmered ground chicken with onion, tomatoes, roasted poblano peppers and chimichurri wrapped in a crispy empanada dough

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