Special Occasions – Catering for Life’s Events
Whether you are celebrating a birthday or anniversary, bar/bat mitzvah, graduation, a celebration of life, or simply just having a party, Artistry Catering is here to help. Our team has an extensive list of menus and ideas and can assist with all of the details including staffing and rentals. We will work with you to craft a menu with personal touches to deliciously delight your guests. We have created elegant and unique catering experiences throughout Northern Virginia, Washington DC, and beyond. Below are a few sample menu ideas to get you started, as well as our full list of offerings further below. We look forward to making your event a masterpiece!
Birthday and Anniversary Celebrations
- Deviled Egg Bar with Bacon, Chives, Smoked Salmon, and Blue Cheese Toppings
- Watermelon Skewers with Feta, Blackberries and Mint
- Slider Station – Beef Brisket with House BBQ Sauce, Pulled Pork or Chicken with Texas Barbecue Sauce, Sliced Beef Tenderloin with Horseradish Cream, or Pulled Jack Fruit (Vegan option)
- Mac and Cheese Station – Bacon, Sautéed Onions, Pulled Pork BBQ, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Green Onions
- Dessert Board- Mini Lemon Bars, Cream Cheese Brownie Bars, Cream Puffs, Éclairs and Cookies
Delightful Dinner
Appetizers
- Elegant Brie and Cheese Display with Berries and Crostini
- Mojito Shrimp, marinated in Lime Juice, Rum, & Spices, then grilled GF
- Salmon Spoons with Sushi-grade Salmon, Microgreens, and Avocado Crema
Plated Salad
- Fresh Organic Greens with Roasted Pears, Dried Cranberries, and Red Onion, Rasberry Vinaigrette
- Bleu Cheese, and Toasted Walnuts, with our Pomegranate Champagne Dressing
Entrees
- Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa or Red Pepper Sauce
- Grilled Beef Tenderloin over Garlic Mashed Potatoes topped with Brandy Peppercorn and Organic Greens and Mushrooms
Cocktail Party
- Charcuterie Display of Cappicola, Genoa, Prosciutto, Olives, Fresh Mozzarella, Manchego, Gouda, Brief with Crostini, Almonds, dried fruit, and Grapes
- Watermelon, Feta and Blackberry Skewers with Balsamic Drizzle GF
- Chilled Gazpacho Soup Shooter
- Grilled Chicken Skewers, with choice of Roasted Pineapple Habanero Sauce, Thai Ginger Peanut, Teriyaki Sesame Sauce, Teriyaki with Spring Onion GF
- Tuna Poke Cups with Spicy Rice Cracker
- Mini Maryland Crab Cakes with Remoulade or Garlic Lemon Aioli GF
- Candied Bacon with Brown Sugar and Black Pepper GF
- Mini Beef Wellingtons – Tenderloin Bite Stuffed with mushrooms and wrapped in puff pastry with Bourbon BBQ or Horseradish dipping sauce
- Mini Dessert Cups (Vanilla Raspberry, Chocolate Praline, and more)
- Key Lime or Lemon Meringue Tartlets
Bat/Bar Mitzvahs
Appetizers
- Potato & Apple Latkes with Apple Chutney
- Smoked Salmon Tartare on Potato Chip
- Mini All Beef Hot Dogs wrapped in Pastry with Honey Mustard
Salad
- Fresh Arugula Salad with Strawberries, Blueberries, Toasted Pecans with Raspberry Vinaigrette
Entrees
- Prime Rib of Beef Au Jus with Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Glazed Baby Carrots
- Roulades of Apricot Stuffed Chicken Breast with Cauliflower Risotto and Grilled Asparagus
Dessert
- Customized Bar/Bat Mitzvah Cake
- Chocolate Mousse filled Pastry Cups on Berry Coulis with Fresh Berries
Wine Tasting
- Rose – Traditional Napoli Bruschetta with Tomato, Garlic, Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, and Basil. Served with Crostini.
- Pinot Grigio – Fresh Shrimp, Avocado Ceviche
- Sauvignon Blanc – Mini Maryland Crab Cakes with Remoulade or Garlic Lemon Aioli GF
- Chardonnay – Salmon Spoons with Sushi grade salmon, Micro-greens and Avocado Crema
- Champagne – Panna Cotta with Fresh Berry Sauce
Memorial Services
- Grilled Sliced Pesto Chicken with mozzarella and fresh basil on a Ciabatta Roll
- Cucumber and Smoke Salmon Tea Sandwiches
- Turkey, Bacon, Avocado, and Chipotle mayo on Whole Grain Bread
- Rustic sandwich of salami, roasted red peppers, arugula, and herbed goat cheese on Ciabatta bread
- Sliced Pork Tenderloin with tomato & ginger chutney, arugula, on Baguette
- Shrimp Salad with dill, celery, green onion, lemon, and seasoned mayo on Brioche
- Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Tea Party
- Traditional Tea Sandwich Display: Egg Salad, Smoked Salmon, Cucumber and Chicken Salad, Poached Chicken and Watercress
- Assorted Scones with Jam and Whipped Cream (Clotted Cream also available)
- Selection of Mini Desserts: Strawberry Shortcake, Lemon Meringue, Fresh Fruit Tart, Eclair, Napoleon and Chocolate Mousse
¡Tapas!
- Patatas Bravas – Potatoes in a spicy paprika sauce
- Gambas al Ajillo – Garlicky Shrimp
- Alcachofas al Ajillo -Garlicky Artichokes
- Piquillo Peppers stuffed with Goat Cheese
- Pintxos de Pollo – Marinated Chicken Skewers
- Tortilla Española – Classic Spanish Egg and Potato omelet
Winter Feast
Appetizers
- Charcuterie Display of Cappicola, Genoa, Prosciutto, Pepperoni, Olives, Roasted Peppers, Marinated Mushrooms, Fresh Mozzarella, Manchego, and Gorgonzola, with Savory Pear Chutney (with Crostini, Almonds, and Grapes)
- Sweet Potato Crostini with Cheese, Cranberries and Pecans
- Candied Bacon with Brown Sugar and Black Pepper GF
Plated Salad
- Chopped Autumn Salad with Apple Cider Viniagrette
Sides
- Cheesy Mashed Potatoes with Gruyere and Caramelized Onions
- Rosemary Roasted Root Vegetables
- Pomegranate Glazed Carrots with Whipped Goat Cheese
Entrees
- Salmon with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
- Quinoa Stuffed Acorn Squash
Dessert
- Brioche Bread Pudding with Bourbon Butterscotch Sauce
Off to the Races: Small Bites
- Country Ham on Cheddar Jalapeno Biscuits with Apricot Jam
- Thai Chicken Salad Cups with Peanuts, Spring Onions and Asian Sauce
- Bourbon Bacon BBQ Meatballs
- Grape Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, and Basil Skewers
- Deviled Egg Halves
- Cucumber Sandwiches
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Artistry Catering offers over 50 combined years of experience, you will enjoy all of your favorites (food and people) and new trends on our palette. Artistry Catering would like to make your event our Masterpiece!
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