Our International Chefs

will help you plan the menus, bring the food, cook, serve and clean up afterwards. We can handle special diets, special requests and we're great with kids. We offer Traditional Mayan and Mexican, California Wine Country, Italian, Thai, Argentine, Spanish, Nouveau, Spa and various Health Cuisines.

Here's our Menu Plans

International 'Fusion'-

Local Foods 'Very-Creatively' prepared in traditional ways!

California Wine Country, Italian (both New York and Italy), Thai, Sushi and Spa

Local Cuisines -

Mayan Yucateca, Mexican Caribbean, 'Traditional Mexican' and Healthy Vegetarian

Chef Select (* new this year) -

One of our International Chefs will prepare their Specialties just for you.

INTERNATIONAL and FUSION MENUS
Italian al fresco Prosciutto and Melons Blue Moons (Mushrooms with Blue Cheese) ~ Pasta Fruti d' Mer- Shrimp, Fish, Clams and Calamari, Linguini Noodles Caprese Salad- Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Basil and Virgin Olive Oil ~ Almond Biscotti ~~~ Spa Cuisine Goat Cheese Sundried Tomato Canapé Spinach Dip, Vegetable Crudités ~ Salmon Filet, Ginger Orange Sauce Wild Rice Pilaf, Fresh Vegetables Gazpacho soup of tomatoes, herbs, vegetables ~ Tropical Fruit Sorbeto ~~~ California Style Smoked Salmon-Herbed Cream Cheese Canapé Blackened Shrimp and Cornbread Skewers ~ Grilled Fresh Fish Filet with Papaya and Avocado Salsa Wild Rice Pilaf, Steamed Vegetables Tuscan Artichokes au gratin ~ A selection of fine Mexican Cheeses assorted Tropical Fruits and Cookies ~~~	Napa Valley Cuisine Goat Cheese and Sun Dried Tomatoes Bleu Moons- mushrooms, cheese, walnuts ~ BBQ Rack of Lamb with Rosemary Balsamic Glaze ~ Artichokes with Lemon and Butter Garlic Mashed Potatoes ~ Chocolate and Raspberry Torte ~~~ Steakhouse Banquet Smoked Marlin with Chipotle Mustard Brie Cheese and Pistachios ~ Grilled New York Strip Table Carved, served with au jus Green Beans Amondine, Roast New Potatoes, Caesar Salad ~ Strawberry Shortcake ~~~ Thai Banquet Coconut Shrimp with Mango Chutney Spicy Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce ~ Rice Table- Shrimp, Fish and Vegetables, Fried Bananas, Fresh Pineapple, Steamed Jasmine Rice Thai Mixed Vegetable Salad, Sesame Dressing ~ Mango and Coconut Cake ~~~

YUCATECA and MEXICAN DINNERS


Mexican Caribbean Grill Yucateca Guacamole, Chips and Fresh Salsa ~ Nacho's Seafood Specialties… Shrimp, Fish, Calamari and Octopus, Cilantro Lime Sauce, Roasted Vegetables, Steamed Rice, Nopale Salad, Pumpkin Seeds Hot Tortillas ~ Vanilla Flan with Fresh Berry Sauce ~~~ Mexican Fiesta Yucateca Guacamole, Chips, Fresh Salsa ~ Chili Relleños- Mild Poblano Peppers stuffed with Cheese, and Spices, baked OR deep fried, served with Cumin Tomato Sauce Mexican Wood-Smoked Chicken White Rice, Ranch Beans, Hot Tortillas, ~ Tres Leches Cake ~~~ Fish Florentine with White Wine Black Bean Dip, Chips, Salsa ~ Grouper Filet stuffed with Crab and Spinach, baked with White Wine and Cream (optional) Fresh Vegetables, Rice Mexicana Hearts of Palm Salad ~ Tropical Fruit Tartan Fruit baked under Pastry with Whipped Creme ~~~	Mayan Yucateca Seafood Cocktails ~ Pescado Tikin Xic- Caribbean Fish Filet baked in Banana Leaves Fresh Vegetables, Rice, Tortillas Chaya Spinach and Jicama Salad with Grilled Pineapple ~ Flamed Bananas, Kahlua Sauce ~~~ Cochinita Pibil Smoked Marlin with Chipotle Mustard ~ Fresh leg of Pork seasoned with Achiote, slow baked in Banana Leaves. Served with Red Onion Salsa, White Rice and Sautéed Vegetables Spinach Salad ~ Mayan Chocolate Mousse ~~~ Healthy Vegetarian Tropical Fruit and Cheese ~ Grilled Tofu with ginger and spice Brown Rice Pilaf, Sauteed Vegetables Whole Grain Bread, Tahini Spread Spinach and Mushroom Salad ~ Carob Brownies ~~~

CHEF SELECT MENUS

One of our all star Chefs will prepare their Specialties just for you. Let us know your interests and preferences for the meal and well design a menu that reflects both their creativity and the bounty of the Season. Menu finalization occurs the day of the event, after the Chef has returned from the Market.

CHEF LENNY KRAUS
(specialties- Napa Valley, California and USA, Southern Italian, Argentine, Mexican Fusion)

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CHEF FRANCESCA CAPUTO
(specialties- Italian, Thai, Sushi, Mexican Fusion)
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CHEF JOEY THORNTON
(specialties- Southern and US cuisine, Mexican Fusion)

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CHEF DAVID
(specialties- Mexican Cuisine)

LUNCH

A variety of fresh salads, light entrees, tortillas, fresh salsas
Salads- Tossed Greens and Mixed Vegetables Salad Fruti d' Mer shrimp, fish, calamari mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, Italian Antipasti with romaine, artichokes, sliced imported meats and cheese, Avocado and Shrimp with mixed lettuce Caesar Salad, romaine, croutons, creamy anchovy-garlic dressing Potato, Cole Slaw or Pasta Salad Entrees- Seafood Tacos- variety of grilled fish, shrimp and vegetables Chicken or Beef Tacos- grilled chicken (or beef) and vegetables Grilled Fish Skewers with butter and herbs Ceviche and Chips Cheese Burgers and Chips Homemade Pizza with Cheese and Veggies Assorted Meat and Cheese Platter Pita Bread with sautéed Fish and Spinach

BREAKFAST AND BRUNCH

BREAKFAST and BRUNCH SUGGESTIONS
ALL BREAKFAST MENUS offer a variety of the following: Fresh Tropical Fruit Bowls, Cold Cereals, Granola, Muffins, Croissants or Bagels, Butter, Cream Cheese, Jam, Maple Syrup Assorted Juices, Milk, Coffee and Tea HOT AND COLD DISHES- Smoked Salmon Filet, capers, red onions and herbed cream cheese Breakfast Burrito- scrambled eggs, tomatoes, cheese and scallions Eggs Benedict, Eggs Florentine, with poached eggs and hollandaise sauce Rolled Pancakes with apples and nutella caramel spread, grilled sausages Spinach and Cheese Omelettes with bacon Huevos Rancheros- fried eggs with mild tomato salsa, refried beans, cheese on a crisp tortilla Spanish Omelettes with sautéed green peppers, scallions and cheese, mild tomato salsa Belgian Waffles with strawberries and whipped cream

CASUAL MENUS

available for simple buffet or drop off for picnics or relaxed dining

Mexican BBQ Chicken Guacamole, Black Bean Dip, Chips, Salsa Mexican BBQ Chicken, Seasoned Rice, Hot Corn Tortillas, Tossed Salad, Lime Dressing ~ Vanilla Flan with Fresh Fruits	Mexican Seafood Soup A local specialty! Fresh fish, shrimp, crab and clams in a savory tomato broth Served with Guacamole, Chips, Salsa ~ Mango Sherbet and Coconut Cookies
Taco Bar A variety of Beef and Chicken fillings, Guacamole, , Black Bean Dip, Chips, Salsa Shredded lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Flour and Corn Tortillas, ~ Chocolate Brownies	Shrimp and Avocado Salad Poached Shrimp in Avocado halves with Tarragon Dressing, mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, Whole Grain Breads and Crackers ~ Tropical Fruit Salad
Stuffed Chili Relleños Mild Poblano Peppers stuffed with Cheese and Spices, baked and served over fresh Tomato Cumin Sauce, White Rice, Refried Beans, Hot Tortillas, Guacamole, Black Bean Dip, Chips, Salsa ~ Chocolate Cake	Conchinita Pibil Supremely tender & moist! Pork season with Seville orange, achiote and hojas de santa, wrapped in banana leaves and slow baked. Served with rice, marinated red onions, corn tortillas and fresh salsas. ~ Cookies

HORS d' OEUVRES and COCKTAILS
HOT Coconut Shrimp with Mango Chutney Goat Cheese and Sundried Tomato Empañada Artichoke Dip with Cut Vegetables Shrimp and Flor de Calabasas Quesadillas Thai style Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce	COLD Smoked Salmon Canapé Serrano Ham and Papaya Cherry Tomatoes stuffed with Seafood Ceviche A selection of Mexican Cheeses and Tropical Fruits Local Quail Eggs stuffed with Sour Cream and Caviar

KIDs MENUS

A variety of simple, healthy and KIDS FRIENDLY choices for lunch, dinner or snacks

Fajitas for the Whole Family Guacamole, Chips, Mild Salsa, Quesadillas ~ Beef, Chicken and/or Shrimp cooked with Green Peppers, Onions, & Mexican Spices Ranch Beans, Tortillas, Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, Lettuce & Tomatoes ~ Vanilla Flan Pudding with Fresh Fruit ~~~	Spaghetti Nite Mozzarella Sticks, Grilled Italian Sausages ~ Spaghetti and Meatballs, Grated Parmesan Tossed Salad, Italian Dressing Garlic Bread ~ Italian Antipasti Salad Sliced Meats & Cheese Vegetables ~ Tortoni Ice Cream Dessert ~~~
Mexican BBQ Chicken Taquitos, Sour Crème, Guacamole, Chips, Salsa ~ Mexican BBQ Chicken, Seasoned Rice, Black Beans, Hot Corn Tortillas, ~ Tossed Salad, Lime Dressing ~ Mayan Strawberry Shortcake ~~~

Other Great Entre Items include:

Spaghetti and Meatballs, Lasagna with Beef and Cheese, Mac and Cheese
Beef or Chicken Tacos, Nachos, Enchiladas, Fajitas, Sloppy Joes
Cheeseburgers, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Grilled Sausages
Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup, Chicken Noodle or Chicken and Rice Soup
Fish and Chips, Shrimp Tacos, Shrimp and Broccoli Tempura, Fish Chowder, Clam Chowder
BBQ Chicken, BBQ Ribs
BLT (Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato Sandwiches, BLAT with Avocado),
Sliced Turkey, Ham and Cheese, Tuna, or Roast Beef Sandwiches
Guacamole, Bean and Cheese Dip, Chips
PBJ (Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches, PBJB with Banana)