Birthday Party in San Mateo

Endive Stuffed with Dried Apricots, Herbed Cheese & Toasted Walnuts

Artichoke, Ricotta & Parmesan Phyllo Tartlets

Strawberry & Goat Cheese Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze & Pistachios

Chilled Melon Soup in "Shot" Glasses with Mint

Had the pleasure to cater a bithday party for my client's Maria & Vern in San Mateo a couple of weeks' ago. My Hor D'Ouevres are a very popular option and they had serveral to choose from and linger over with great friends and family. They served a really great aged Rum from Guatemala that was very enjoyable, it was like a cognac with a great sweet nutty flavor. P.S.-Vern's piano playing really set the mood for this fabulous summer party!

Teacher's Wedding Celebration

Miniature Cheddar Burgers with Rosemary Onion Jam
Orange Tarragon Salmon with Hollandaise in Spoons

Chilled Melon Soup with Mint

Always friendly service with a smile!

An assortment of goodness!

One of my good client's in Hillsborough had me cater a party for her children's teachers at school. The couple both teach at their school and recently got married. Fun food and drinks to celebrate their vows and then they are off to Paris for a honeymoon!

Menu

Miniature Cheddar Burgers with Rosemary Onion Jam
Cherry Tomato & Mozzarella with Balsamic Glaze
Cherry Tomato, Olive & Salami Skewer
Tuna Tartare on crispy Wonton with Edammame Wasabi Puree
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Sun Dried Tomato, Feta Cheese & Caramelized Onion Turnovers Dijon Rosemary Petite Lamb Chops with Fresh Mint Sauce
Chilled Melon Soup “Shots”

Orange Tarragon Salmon in “Spoons” with Hollandaise Sauce

Dinner For Eight in Monte Sereno

Tuna Tartare on Crispy Wonton with Edammame Wasabi Puree

Fresh Berry Napoleon with Raspberry Sauce

Catered a small intimate dinner party for Eight in Monte Sereno this past Saturday night.

Menu

Appetizers

Tuna Tartare on crispy Wonton with Edammame Wasabi Puree

Artichoke, Ricotta & Parmesan Tartlets

Soup

Pureed Cauliflower & Stilton Cheese

Salad

Mixed Baby Greens with Candied Pecans, Pears, Dried Cranberries, Shaved Parmesan and Pear Gorgonzola Vinaigrette

Dinner

Rack of Lamb with Honey Mint Sauce, Potatoes Au Gratin, Roasted Asparagus with Balsamic Glaze & Toasted Almonds

Dessert

Fresh Berry Napoleon with Raspberry Sauce

Graduation Party in Burlingame

A Casual Graduation Party for Family & Friends

Vegetable Crudites with Sun-Dried Tomato Dip & Ranch
Assorted Hor D'Ouevres For Everyone

Apricot Dijon Glazed Ham with Rolls, Chutney & Mustard

Sun Dried Tomato, Feta & Carmelized Turnovers

Doesn't This Look Good...Are You Hungry Yet?

Catered a wonderful Graduation Party in Burlingame last night for my client's Terri & Mike, they had just redone their kitchen with top of the line stainless steel appliances and beautiful granite counter tops. A festive celebration for their son's accomplishment from college with family and friends and a menu of twelve different Hor D'Oueveres plus desserts. Laughter, good cocktails and great food; what more could you want in life?
Menu
Sun Dried Tomato, Caramelized Onion & Feta Cheese Turnovers
Baked Artichoke & Parmesan Dip with Crackers
Mini Individual Baked Macaroni & Cheese
Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce Tri-Tip with Rolls, Gorgonzola Spread, Horseradish Sauce & Dijon Mustard
Apricot Glazed Spiral Ham with Rolls, Mango Chutney & Dijon Mustard
Caesar Salad in Mini “Take Out” Containers with Chopsticks
Bay Shrimp Salad in Crunchy Phyllo Cups
Fresh Vegetable Crudités with Sun-Dried Tomato & Ranch Dips
Prawns with Cocktail Sauce
Goat Cheese & Fig Jam Bruschetta
Assorted Cheese & Fruit with Crackers
Assorted Cookies, Brownies & Miniature Cheesecakes

Ladies Brunch In Hillsborough

Ladies Elegant Brunch

A Scrumptious Brunch Display

Fresh Strawberry Topiary Tree

I had the pleasure to cater a wonderful brunch at my client Betsy's beautiful home a couple of weeks ago for 40 women in Hillsborough.
Menu
Chicken Apple Sausage Rolls with Mustard
Mushroom, Spinach & Swiss Cheese Egg Strata
Sun-Dried Tomato, Artichoke & Goat Cheese Strata
Fresh Mixed Berry Salad
Mini Brie, Ham & Asparagus Quiche
Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Bruschetta
Blueberry Bread Pudding with Strawberry Sauce
Assorted Muffins & Croissants
Lime Rasperry Cooler
Regular & Decaf Coffee

Easter Brunch

Easter Brunch with an abundant selection of delicious foods!

Always joyful servers, Patrick and Jessica...waiting to serve you!

Asparagus Phyllo Straws with Parmesan Lemon Aioli

Vermont Maple Bread Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce & Walnut Praline

Meringue "Bird's Nests" with Vanilla Cream

& Fresh Fruit

Another fabulous event for my client's Cheri & Peter in their beautiful home in Burlingame. Easter is a great time for entertaining with family and friends, celebrating new life and spring. A fabulous Easter Brunch that will intice the most finicky taste buds, family friendly and fresh with a festive attitude is what you will always expect with Butler For Hire Catering in the San Francisco Bay Area. A delicious buffet menu was presented with different foods with familiar ideas and tastes for everyone!
Easter Brunch Menu

Apricot Glazed Spiral Sliced Ham

With Pineapple Dried Cherry Chutney & Cranberry Apple Chutney
Whole Grain Mustard & Hot & Sweet Mustard
Sweet potato biscuits & chive cheddar biscuits
Mini Assorted Quiche
Spanish Smoked Chorizo, Green Chili & Black Olive and Broccoli & Cheddar
Smoked Salmon Bruschetta with Capers, Cream Cheese & Chopped Red Onion
Asparagus Straws in Phyllo with Parmesan Lemon Aioli
Mini Shrimp Cocktail served in “shot” glasses
Fresh Fruit Salad
Roasted Red Potatoes with Red Bell Pepper and Onion
Macaroni & Cheese for the kids
Vermont Maple Bread Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce & Walnut Praline & Bird’s Nests Meringue with Vanilla Cream & Berries

Simple Flower Arrangements Are The Best!

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Birthday Party in Burlingame

Birthday Party in Burlingame

I believe that simple but beautiful floral arrangements work the best for most all occasions, especially with food. Just a few stems in water and you're ready to go! Adding stones, pebbles or a frog to the vase to anchor the flowers is always a good idea. The pictures are examples of some arrangements that I have used with my catering...makes me think of spring...hopefully soon!