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We will work with you to create a gourmet seasonal menu to suit your needs. We are happy to assist you with wine pairings to enhance your fine-dining experience. Let us do the work to make your next catered private or business event a personalized experience to fit your tastes.
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Seared Scallop Medallion with Corn Confit Puree and Citrus Supremes on Wonton Crisp

Fresh Vegetables


HOR'S D'OEUVRES

  • Soy-glazed Duck Breast with Mango-Cilantro Salsa on Wonton Crisps
  • Spicy Chicken Sausage with English Pea Puree and Sun-dried Tomato Pesto on Peruvian Potato Crisp
  • Poached Jumbo Prawns with Sautéed Onions OR Avocado Salsa, on Yukon Gold Crisps, with whole-grain mustard
  • Caprese salad crostini (with Fresh Mozzarella, Roma Tomatoes, and Basil)
  • Endive Spears with Crimini mushroom-red onion medley and lemon-herb grilled chicken
  • Zattar-toasted pita with Asparagus-Corn Confit and Arugula Pesto
  • Seared Scallop Medallion with Corn Confit Puree and Citrus Supremes on Wonton Crisp (see picture on left)
  • Tequila-Lime Chicken Skewers & Avocado-Mascarpone Mousse
  • Miniature Crab Cakes with Saffron Aioli
  • Sesame-seared Ahi Tuna Medallions on Crostini with Tapenade and Red-Pepper Pesto
  • Seared Scallops on Wonton Crisps with Saffron Aioli and Champagne-Apricot Chutney

STARTERS

  • Roasted Vegetable Soup, scented with White Truffle Oil
  • Chile-Ginger-Steamed Jumbo Prawns with Balsamic Mushroom-Shallot Compote
  • Crab cakes with chipotle aioli - pictured at left
  • Citrus-seared Scallops with Kennebec Potato Crisp, Balsamic-braised Rainbow Chard, and Poblano Chile Aioli

SALADS

  • Red and gold heirloom tomato caprese salad with basil and olive oil
  • Seared scallops with a mesclun salad garnished with cumin-spiced tortilla crisps
  • Field Greens Salad with Point Reyes Blue Cheese and Spiced Almonds, in a Pomegranate Vinaigrette

ENTREES

  • Saffron risotto with asparagus spears and seared shrimp
  • Porcini-dusted Filet Mignon, with Yukon Gold-stuffed Roasted Tomatoes
  • Sliced Duck Breast, Stuffed with Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms, with Garlic-Sautéed Spinach
  • Cabernet-braised spiced Lamb, with Kennebec Potato crisps and Rapini Pesto

SIDES

  • Classic potatoes au gratin
  • Layered polenta with ricotta, gorgonzola, and mushrooms
  • Corn-and-pepper Medley in Summer Squash Cups (see picture on right)

DESSERTS

  • Panna cotta with fresh berries
  • B-52 cake with raspberry coulis - pictured at left
Corn-and-pepper Medley in Summer Squash Cups
B-52 Cake with Raspberry Coulis


BUSINESS LUNCHEONS AND 
REALTY EVENTS

SANDWICHES

  • Lemon-herb-grilled Chicken Salad
  • Tamarind-soy roasted Pork Loin (with honey-mustard)
  • Fresh mozzarella and tomato (with fresh basil pesto)
  • Roasted eggplant and pepper with artichoke hearts (with fresh arugula pesto)

SALADS

  • Pasta primavera
  • Green-onion potato salad
  • Lemon Orzo pasta salad
  • Baby greens with choice of dressing
  • Caesar salad with house-made croutons

Home-made desserts available - Contact Us for details and requests

Beverage service available upon request. Boxed lunches available for your convenience, with your choice of items.


Bread Rolls and Mushrooms


For a special dessert... try a Chocolate Fountain!

Chef Dan Leff Catering, Inc. now offers Chocolate Fountains for an unforgettable dessert experience!

Enjoy fine Guittard chocolates in a fountain that is sure to enhance your dining experience and entertain your guests. Contact Chef Dan Leff to arrange for this interactive dessert piece to appear at your next event.

Type of fine Guittard Chocolate flavors to choose from...

  • Dark chocolates (bitter, mild, or traditional)
  • Classic milk chocolate
  • White chocolate
  • Lemon
  • Melon
  • Red and green peppermint
  • Strawberry

Fun, delicious treats to dip in your Chocolate Fountain...

  • Brownies
  • Cookies
  • Fruit bars
  • Fresh fruits
  • Marshmallows
  • Your choice... Chef Dan will work with you to make your idea come to life!
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