Appetizers are served immediately following your ceremony. Or, if you’re having an off-site ceremony, appetizers will be served at the start of your reception. Your appetizers will be a mix of passed and stationed. Some will be set at a station for guests to help themselves, and others will be passed around by servers. The number of passed versus stationed appetizers will depend on what you select.
CHILLED APPETIZERS
VARIETY OF DOMESTIC & IMPORTED CHEESE WITH CRACKERS (vegetarian)
A cheese board is always a crowd-pleaser! This platter features an array of cheese varieties, such as the smooth nuttiness of gouda, the mellow savoriness of Swiss, the salty zing of Colby jack, and the pleasant hear of pepper jack. Arranged alongside an assortment of crispy crackers and topped with fresh seasonal fruit, our cheese board offers something for everyone to enjoy.
RAINBOW VEGETABLE PLATTER WITH PESTO HUMMUS DIP (vegan, gluten-free)
A burst of color, our rainbow vegetable platter is a lively way to begin your meal. We arrange an eye-catching array of farm-fresh vegetables like ripe tomatoes, early mushrooms, crunchy carrots, and more. Served alongside our smooth and creamy pesto hummus, this veggie platter makes an inviting plant-based appetizer that delights the senses.
HUMMUS DUO - RED PEPPER & CILANTRO LIME WITH PITA CHIPS (vegetarian)
Awaken your palate with our dynamic duo of hummus varieties - a swirl of sweet roasted red pepper and bright cilantro lime blended to creamy perfection. Paired with a stack of our signature baked pita chips, warm and crispy from the oven, this combination makes for a fresh take on hummus and crackers.
ARRAY OF FRESH SLICED FRUIT WITH HONEY YOGURT (vegetarian, gluten-free)
Bursting with natural sweetness, this fresh fruit platter is a kaleidoscope of color and flavor. Slices of ripe pineapple, melon wedges, plump berries, and seedless grapes create a palette that delights the senses. Served alongside a creamy honey yogurt dipping sauce, the interplay of tart and sweet in each bite promises a perfect prelude to your meal ahead.
Transport your palate to the Italian countryside with each bite of our caprese skewers. Orbs of creamy mozzarella nestled next to sweet cherry tomatoes, their tart juice bursting to mingle with the mild cheese. Sprigs of basil add a lovely fresh herbal note. Drizzled with aged balsamic vinegar, the skewers offer a tour through bright, and complex flavors in one tasty mouthful.
MINI SHRIMP TOASTADAS (gluten-free)
These crispy tortilla rounds offer a fiesta of flavors in miniature form. Atop each artfully fried round sits a fresh mound of cool, creamy guacamole - smooth avocado punctuated by tomato, onion, and lime. Nestled into that verdant base are plump shrimp. Seasoned with a touch of spice, their sweetened plays perfectly against the rich guacamole bed.
SMOKED SALMON CANAPES (gluten-free)
Begin your dining experience on a sophisticated note with these composed bites marrying land and sea. Thin cucumber slices provide a cool, crisp foundation for layers of flavor. A dollop of dill-flecked crème fraiche adds velvety texture and herbal notes. Next, a folding of rose-hued smoked salmon, its smoky sweetness contrasting the tangy capers. Finally, fresh dill fronds provide the finishing touch.
ROMA TOMATO & FRESH BASIL BRUSCHETTA (vegan)
The bruschetta appetizer evokes the spirit of a trattoria in Tuscany. Thick slices of crusty baguette are lightly toasted, the warmth releasing notes of yeasty sourdough. Tomato and basil are united as the bread’s crown - sweet cherry tomatoes mingling with garlic, onions, olive oil, and balsamic for a symphony of summer’s essence.
BALSAMIC & STRAWBERRY CROSTINI (vegetarian)
Our crostini begins as slices of crusty baguette adorned with a subtle sweet honey and cream cheese spread. Atop each toasted round is then layered cubes of ruby red strawberries. The juicy berry bits have been marinated in an opulent dressing of aged balsamic vinegar and fresh basil, allowing their bright sweetness to mingle with herbaceous and tart notes.
AHI TUNA SASHIMI WONTONS WITH WASABI CREAM (fan favorite)
For sushi aficionados, these crispy wonton cups offer a twist on classic flavors. Thin wontons are fried to a delightful crunch, then filled with chunks of tender ahi tuna, marinated in teriyaki sauce for a sweet touch. Topped with smooth wasabi cream, the wontons deliver gentle heat to accent the rare tuna within. Finally, they’re garnished with slender green onion slivers and toasted black sesame seeds.
HOT APPETIZERS
SPICY JAMACIAN JERK CHICKEN SKEWERS (gluten-free)
Transport your tastebuds to the Caribbean with these jerk chicken skewers. Succulent chicken thighs soak up an elaborate spice marinade overnight - a tapestry of heat melded with allspice, garlic, citrus, and herbs. After a turn on the flames, the skin becomes a crisscross of char while the meat inside steams gently.
CHICKEN & WAFFLES WITH BOURBON SYRUP
Where sweet meets savory, our chicken and waffles redefine a comfort food classic. Fluffy Belgian waffles - crispy on the outside while steamy within - offer the ideal canvas. Atop them lie juicy chicken thighs encased in crackling fried coating with herbs and spices of the Southern kitchen. Drizzled stripes of maple syrup enhanced with smooth bourbon complete this salty-sweet allure. Finally, crispy bits of bacon lend smokiness and crunch throughout.
PORK BELLY BLT CROSTINI
This BLT remix swaps bread for a crispy baguette base upon which the beloved sandwich is rebuilt. Discs of toasty bread cradle each component, beginning with cool lettuce leaves and slices of ripe tomato. Next, the star - slices of pork belly that have roasted for hours, emerging with crackling skin wrapping meat as supple as butter within. Tangy remoulade ties each layer together.
MINI CRAB CAKES WITH SPICY REMOULADE
These tasty crab cakes deliver sweet seafood flavor tucked within a crispy friend exterior. Lump crab gently simmers with the holy trinity of onion, bell pepper, and celery, absorbing the vegetables’ brightness before being formed. Bound with egg and panko breading, the cakes are fried to achieve a crusty shell enveloping the delicate crab within. Served alongside a zesty remoulade sauce for contract.
BACON WRAPPED WILD SCALLOPS (gluten-free, fan favorite)
Crisp, savory bacon envelops succulent scallops in this classic favorite. We wrap premium scallops with lean bacon strips. In the over, the bacon turns crisp, unleashing its universally adored flavor as the plump scallops steam gently. With each bite, the satisfying crunch gives way to an ocean-fresh pop of scallop, melding sweet and briny in one mouthwatering morsel.
BRIE & APPLE PHYLLO KISSES (vegetarian)
These elegant bites intertwine sweet and savory in a crisp, convenient form. Paper-thin phyllo shells are molded into petite cups and baked to a delicate crunch. Within each golden vessel, a duo of flavors resides: melted brie, oozing its rich creaminess, tops a bed of apple compote punctuated with cinnamon spice. As the pastry gives way to warm fruit and velvety cheese with every bite, tart apples consummate the smooth brie.
CRISP DUMPLINGS WITH PINEAPPLE TERIYAKI DIPPING SAUCE
East meets West in these crispy chicken dumplings dunked in pineapple teriyaki. Savory chicken and vegetables fill delicate wrappers that then fry to a crackly golden finish. A fruity Asian spin on traditional dipping sauce accompanies, featuring tangy-sweet pineapple tidbits immersed within salty-rich teriyaki. Finally, slivers of green onions lend a peppery finishing touch when swirled atop.
CRISPY MINI VEGETABLE EGG ROLLS WITH SWEET CHILI DIPPING SAUCE (vegetarian)
Sure to satisfy all guests, these crispy veggie egg rolls deliver a vegetarian-friendly flavor wrapped up in a crunchy pastry. Thin wrappers envelop a savory filling of grated cabbage and carrots flecked with aromatics like garlic and ginger. Fried to an enticingly crackly texture, they emerge hot and tempting. Dunking each petite roll in the accompanying sweet-spicy chili sauce adds a burst of flavor.
MAC & CHEESE PANKO CROQUETTES (vegetarian, fan favorite)
We’re transforming a comforting classic into an irresistible shareable with this crispy mac and cheese appetizer. Familiar elbow noodles soak up a rich cheese sauce, becoming tender shells enveloping molten cheddar, parmesan, and velvety bechamel. After a coating of crispy panko crumbs, the mac gets a turn in the fryer, fusing the exterior into a crunchy, golden crust. The first bite cracks through the exterior to discover the warm, gooey mac within.
PULLED PORK CANAPES WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA
These loaded crispy tortillas offer all the festive flavors of Mexico in party-perfect handheld form. Discs of fried corn tortilla provide a sturdy base, ready to support layers of flavor. Sweet and tangy pineapple salsa brings a tropical twist, while tender pulled pork carnitas, spiced and slowly cooked, contribute a savory contrast. Topped with a sprinkle of crumbled cotija cheese, the mini tostadas offer crunchy, creamy, and savory components in each bite.
SWEET & TANGY BBQ MEATBALLS
These hearty barbecue-glazed meatballs deliver sweet, tangy, and savory flavors in one handheld bite. A blend of beef and zesty Italian sausage gets enriched with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan before being roasted. During cooking, a tomato-based barbeque sauce coats each meatball. Served ready to mingle, these meatballs with be a hit with guests.
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