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!!

Vegetable Strudel

Vegetarian does not have to be boring.  One of the guests at a party that I catered was a vegetarian and I made this delicious vegetarian strudel with goat cheese, asparagus, eggplant, red bell pepper and caramelized onions all wrapped up in a delicate pastry and drizzled with romesco sauce.