Holiday Passed & Set Appetizer Menu 2025

The Holiday Classics

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes – “Baja Sauce” Roasted Jalapeno Aioli

Classic Shrimp Cocktail – Spiced Cocktail Sauce, Old Bay, Lemon

Big Eye Tuna Tostadas - Crisp Slaw, Pumpkin Seed Pesto, Roasted Jalapeno Aioli, Fresh Lime

Lobster Mac n Cheese Bites – Maine Lobster, Mascarpone Cream

Balsamic Braised Beef Short Rib – Roasted Pumpkin Risotto, Mascarpone Cheese, Pepitas, Maple, Manchego Cheese

It’s on a Bun

Mini Black Bean Sliders – Queso Fresco, Roasted Jalapeno Aioli, Baby Lettuce, Butter Bun

Traditional Beef Tenderloin Sliders – Horseradish Sauce, Baby Lettuce, Petite Bun

Beef Sirloin Sliders – Chimichurri, Lemon-Garlic Aioli, Dressed Spinach, Petite Bun

Colorado Beef Sirloin Sliders – Chimichurri, Hatche Chili Cream, Baby Lettuce, Petite Bun

Mini Cubano Sandwiches – Whole Grain Mustard Aioli, Swiss, Pickles

Mini Meatball Parms – Pork, Veal, & Beef, Basil Marinara, & Parmesan Reggiano

Prosciutto-Fontina Panini Bites – Lemon-Garlic Aioli, Arugula, Marcona Almond, Balsamic Glaze

12 Hour Pulled Pork Sliders – 3-Pepper BBQ, Spicy Slaw, Roasted Jalapeno Aioli, Mini Buns

Asian Style Pork Sliders – Shredded Bahn Mi Style Pork, Crisp Miso Peanut Slaw, Hawaiian Buns

Mini Lobster Rolls – Lemon-Herb Mayo, Celery, Buttery Soft Roll

Holiday Turkey Sliders - Cranberry Aioli, Honey Crisp Apple, Baby Spinach

Apple Brie Panini – Double Cream Brie, Apple Jam, Sourdough

It's on a Stick

Beer Brat Bites - Whole Grain Mustard, Homemade Kraut, Pretzel Crumble

Brazilian Marinated Beef Sirloin or Chicken Skewers - Chimichurri, Aji Verde Sauce

Charred Beef or Chicken Skewers – Apple Pear Soy Glaze, Sesame

Pickled Shiitake Skewer – Avocado Crema, Roasted Sesame Dressing

Buttermilk Fried Chicken Bites – Bread & Butter Pickles, Chili Honey Glaze,

Whole Grain Mustard Dipping Sauce

Roasted Turkey Meatballs – Chipotle Cranberry BBQ Glaze

Colorado Beef Sirloin Sliders – Chimichurri, Hatche Chili Cream, Baby Lettuce, Petite Bun

Roasted Lamb Meatballs– Roasted Red Pepper-Tomato Braise, Manchego Cheese

Asian Inspired Beef Tenderloin Meatballs – Spicy Sesame Glaze, Scallion

Caprese Skewer – Baby Heirloom Tomato, Olive, Basil, Lemon-Red Pepper Vinaigrette, Aged Balsamic

Sautéed Garlic Shrimp Skewers –Saffron Lobster Butter, Crushed Almond, Pumpkin Seeds, Basil

Mediterranean Chicken Skewer – Citrus-Garlic Yogurt Marinade, Harissa Sauce

Local BEEF Rib Eye Skewers – Italian Chimichurri

Albondigas - Calabrian Chili Spiced Tomato Sauce

Caribbean Style Chicken Skewer – Habanero Aioli & Grilled Pineapple

“It’s not spicy, just damn delicious!”

Pimento Cheese Jalapeno Poppers – Pomegranate Chili Glaze

Asian

Big Eye Tuna Poke Cups – Sunumono, Yuzu Ponzu, Macadamia, Radish, Spicy Pepper

Pan Fried Pork Gyoza – Sesame Vinaigrette

Ginger Seared Ahi Tuna - Red Slaw, Sriracha Aioli, Wasabi Cracker

Pickled Shiitake Skewer – Avocado Crema, Roasted Sesame Dressing

Asian Style Pork Sliders – Shredded Bahn Mi Style Pork, Crisp Miso Peanut Slaw, Hawaiian Buns

Charred Beef or Chicken Skewers – Apple Pear Soy Glaze, Sesame

Charred Crosscut Beef Ribs –Pear Orange Soy Glaze, Sesame, Scallion

Asian Inspired Beef Tenderloin Meatballs – Spicy Sesame Glaze

Asian Style Street Corn – Togorashi, Siracha Aioli, Lime, Queso Fresco

Ginger-Soy Chicken Lettuce Cups

Crisp Vegetable Slaw, Miso Dressing, Togorashi Peanuts, & Roasted Mushroom Mix

Siracha Aioli, Lime, Cotija Cheese

4-Hour Braised Pork Belly Bites – Spare-Rib Style Marinade, Finished on the grill with Pepper-Garlic Glaze, Crushed Peanuts, & Scallion

Vegetarian/Vegan

Truffle White Bean & Roasted Vegetable Bruschetta - Manchego Cheese & Arugula

Tandoori Spiced Mixed Vegetable Filo Cups – Eggplant, Roasted Red Onion, Peppers, Mint Yogurt

Apple Brie Panini – Triple Cream Brie, Apple Jam, Sourdough

Roasted Sweet Potato Taco – Honey Crisp Apple Slaw, Cotija Cheese, Citrus Crème, Pumpkin Seed Pesto, Corn Tortilla

Creamy Artichoke Croquettes – Roasted Lemon-Garlic Aioli

Caprese Skewer – Baby Heirloom Tomato, Olive, Basil, Lemon-Red Pepper Vinaigrette, Aged Balsamic

Burrata Spoons - Heirloom Tomato, Green Olive, Baguette Crisp, Basil, Aged Balsamic

Chic Pea Fattoush Bites – Spiced Mint Yogurt

Pumpkin Risotto Spoons – Pecan, Maple, Manchego Cheese, Pepitas

Southwestern Black Bean Cakes – Tempeh, Spicy Peppers, Cilantro, Roasted Jalapeno Aioli

Crispy or Grilled Artichoke Hearts - Marcona Almond Pesto, Lemon Garlic Aioli, Manchego Cheese

Sweet Corn Fritters – Pan Fried & served with Roasted Jalapeno Aioli

Pickled Shiitake Skewer – Avocado Crema, Roasted Sesame Dressing

Mini Black Bean Sliders – Baby Lettuce, Roasted Jalapeno Aioli, Mini  Bun

Burrata Cheese-Roasted Tomato Panini Bites – Lemon-Garlic Aioli, Arugula, Aged Balsamic

Roasted Butternut Squash Bruschetta - Peppered Fig Jam, Candied Pecan, Goats Cheese, Grape, Arugula

Artichoke Risotto Spoons – Aquerello Carnaroli Rice, Aged Gruyere, Herb Pangratatto

Zucchini Fritters – Pan Fried & served with Basil Pesto Aioli

Hatche Chili Mac n Cheese Bites – Mixed Cheddar & Mascarpone

Whipped Feta Bites – Roasted Winter Squash, Date Syrup, Pumpkin Seeds, Mint

Roasted Cauliflower Bite- Apple-Leek Curry, Almond, Calabrian Chili Oil

The Fancy Stuff! “Available for Smaller Events”

Colossal Shrimp Cocktail – Lemon-White Wine Poach, Spiced Cocktail Sauce, Lemon

“Limited Availability”

Buffalo Tartare – Dijon, Truffle, Cured Egg Yolk, Pumpernickel Crunch

Crispy Duck Confit Taquitos – Oaxaco Cheese Fondue

Crispy Duck Confit Spring Roll – Pomegranate Orange Chili Pepper Dipping Sauce

Big Eye Tuna Tataki - Scallion, Avocado Aioli, Smoked Black Sesame Vinaigrette

Waygu Beef Skewers - Maldon Sea Salt, Bagna Cauda

Horseradish-Beet Cured Skuna Bay Salmon – Caviar, Crème Fraiche, Buckwheat Blini

Pink Shrimp Ceviche – Avocado, Red Pearl Onion, Kumato Tomato, Calabrian Chili

Individual Mezze Slates – Hummus, Assorted Olives, Feta, Crisp Flatbread

Crispy Blue Oyster Mushrooms – Smokey Harissa Aioli

Goats Cheese Stuffed Squash Blossoms – Tomato Fondue

Pan Roasted Sea Scallop –Saffron Lobster Butter, American Caviar, Chive

Big Eye Tuna Tataki – Ponzu, Black Vinegar, Ginger, Charred Scallion

Organic Salmon Crudo – Citrus Soy Dressing, Scallion, Yuzu Olive Oil

Set Appetizer Display’s

Local & Imported Cheese & Charcuterie Board

Fresh Fruits, Dried Fruits, Assorted Crisps, Nuts, & Marinated Olives

Burrata Cheese Display

Heirloom Tomato, Pumpkin Seed Pesto, Basil, Marcona Almond, & Apple-Balsamic Reduction

Baked Double Cream Brie Display

Baked until Golden Brown & served with Crisp French Bread, & Assorted Berries

Tete de Moine Display

Local Honey, Pear, Marcona Almond, Baguette

Mezze Bar

Traditional Hummus & Babba Ghanoush, Grilled Long Stem Artichokes, Assorted Olives, Marinated Tomato-Feta Salad, Grilled Pita & Flat Breads, Crisp Vegetables, & Assorted Crisps

Optional - Falafel with Harissa Aioli

Sweet Treats

Holiday Cookie & Petite Dessert Display – Assortment of Holiday Cookies & Mini Sweet Bites

Double Chocolate Brownies & Lemon Bars – Fresh Berries

Mini Roasted Pistachio & Valrohna Milk Chocolate Cannoli’s – Sicilian Cannoli Shells & Imported Liuzzi Angeloni Ricotta Cheese

Baked Apple Crisp or Peach Blackberry Crisp – Candied Nuts, Vanilla Ice Cream

Mini Nothing Bundt Cakes – Assorted Flavors

Mini Chocolate Mousse Cups – Strawberry, Vanilla Chantilly Cream, & Shaved Chocolate

Roasted Pistachio Mousse Cups – Italian Cookie, Pistachio Dust

Winter/Fall Buffet-Family Style Menus

Family Style Buffet Entrees

Whole Roasted Beef Tenderloin

Served with Chef’s Choice of Mushroom Demi, Beef Au Jus,

Peruvian Aji Verde “Green Sauce” & Horseradish Cream

Charbroiled or Roasted Breast of Chicken

Served with Chef’s Choice of Chimichurri, Romesco Sauce, Peruvian Aji Verde “Green Sauce”,

House made 3-Pepper BBQ Sauce, Cilantro-Almond Pesto, Basil Pesto,

& Whole Grain Mustard Demi-Glace

Chicken Picatta

Egg Battered Chicken Cutlets, Lemon-Herb Butter

“This can be served with a side of pasta”

Whole Roasted Pork Loin

Bourbon Vanilla Pear Glaze

Roasted Whole Sides of Skuna Bay Salmon

Herb Pangrattato, Caper, & Lemon-Champagne Buerre Blanc

Or

Ancho Chili Glazed with Black Bean Charred Corn Salsa

Pistachio Encrusted Rack of Lamb

Orange Fig Glaze & Pistachio Crust

Winter Rigatoni

Mushroom, Kale, Pecorino, Fennel, Pumpkin Sage Mascarpone Butter Sauce

Long Stem Artichoke Manicotti  

Imported Ricotta & Mozzarella, Fennel, Roasted Tomato Mascarpone Butter

Family Style Buffet Sides

Roasted Fingerling Potatoes with Candied Shallots & Rosemary

Crème Fraiche Whipped Yukon Potatoes

Brown Sugar Roasted Sweet Potatoes Agro Dulce

Citrus Wild Rice Pilaf with Apricot & Pistachios

Lemon-Roasted Garlic-Basil Rice Pilaf

Charbroiled Asparagus

Sautéed Green Beans & Mushrooms

Chefs Choice Roasted Winter Squash Display

Dinners served with Locally Sourced Fresh Bread Display

Imported French Butter