Fund Raiser Event for Candidate Rob Bonta

I catered a fund raiser event Wednesay night for candidate Rob Bonta for California State Legislature, I wish him the best of luck, no Filipino American has ever won a California State Assembly or Senate seat even though Filipino Americans are the second largest Asian American ethnic group in the state of California.  Supporters were happy to satisfy their appetite gobbling up my delicious vitles, happy stomach means happy checkbook, so hopefully some great money was raised for Rob.  The venue was fabulous, a great clubhouse on the fifth floor with many places for guests to lounge amidst the huge "alice in wonderland" type flower pots with trees in them.  I had a great time cooking and everyone enjoyed them selves!  So, get out there and vote in November!

 Look at those huge flower pots!

 If the guests get too tired from eating, I guess they could take a nap..ha, ha

 beverage station

 lounge chairs

 great city views

 my staff...looking like they are having too much fun!

 Lamb Turnovers with Golden Raisins and Pine Nuts

 Coconut Chicken Curry Skewers with Peanut Sauce

 Chilled Orange Tarragon in spoons with Arugula & citrus caper aioli

 Fig and Raddichio Risotto served in spoons

 guests mingling

 Tuna tartare on crispy wonton with edammame wasabi puree...the hit of the night!

 luscious mini blueberry creme brulee

Double chocolate walnut brownies...death by chocolate!

60th Birthday Party in San Francisco

I catered a 60 birthday party for new clients Eric and Laurie in San Francisco last Saturday night, it was Eric's special day!  Boy after 25 years living in the bay area, you would think I would understand the weather.  It was 90 degrees here in San Mateo and when I arrived to the city, it was foggy and 59 degrees, nonetheless, everyone enjoyed the wonderful food for the festive occasion of the big six o.  We served assorted hor d'ouevres and finger foods to this hungry crowd and everything was a hit.  It is always my pleasure helping people entertain, glad they all had fun.

 Petite Smoked Salmon Pizzas

 Pesto Chicken Salad Stuffed Mini Bell Peppers

 The always popular mini baked Macaroni and Cheese

Spicy Peanut Noodle Salad in mini take out containers with chopsticks

Saffron Lamb Turnovers with Golden Raisins

"Meatloaf" sliders with Cheddar Cheese, Chiptole Mayo and Mixed Greens, oh...and a mini pickle!

Orange Tarragon Salmon in "Spoons" with Hollandaise Sauce, this isn't a diet party, don't you know!

Crab and Cheese Tartlets, Eric said these were better than he ever imagined they would be! Thanks Eric!

House Warming Party in Atherton

Hi food lovers and party givers!  I catered a housewarming party in Atherton last Friday.  I loved the kitchen, two huge islands, one was for the food and the other was used for beverages.  Hor D'Ouevres...seems to be a trend these days. 

 One of two large islands, perfect for casual entertaining...

 Endive Leaves stuffed with goat cheese, mandarin orange, balsamic glaze & pistachios

 Wasabi Lime Crab Salad on cucumber slice

 Rye Toast with artichoke pesto, steak & horseradish cream

 Asparagus Parmesan Straws with lemon parmesan aioli

 Roasted Garlic Bruschetta with grilled tri-tip and gorgonzola cheese

 Mini Shrimp & Guacamole tostadas with queso fresca cheese & salsa

Roasted corn, green chili, jack cheese & chipotle tartlets

Chinese Chicken Salad in mini take out boxes with chopsticks...it's very popular!!

Baby Shower

Butler For Hire Catering did a baby shower in Mountain View today.  My fruit baby carriage was a big hit! lol.....anything for a fun laugh, right? The menu was small bites and hor d'ouevres mixed in with fun backyard games...I think one had something to do with a child's tricycle and water balloons...ha, ha.  I think a drinking game would be more fun at that point or you would have to drink a bit to even try that kind of thing.  Popular items included the usual Tuna Tartare and the pick of the party was the "fruit baby".  Hope you get inspired by the menu and photos and you call me to cater your next party in the San Francisco Bay Area, www.butlerforhire.com.

Menu

Butler Passed Tuna Tartare on Wonton with Edammame Wasabi Puree

Butler Passed Artichoke, Sundried Tomato Pizzas

Buffet Table

Mini Baked Macaroni and Cheese
Strawberry Goat Cheese Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze & Pistachios

Fresh Fruit in a Baby Carriage

Teriyaki Chicken Skewers with Peanut Dip

Asian Peanut Noodle Salad in mini "Take Out Containers"

Petite Turkey, Pesto, Provolone and Mustard Panini

Cupcakes