Special Occasions
Whether you are celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanza, a birthday or anniversary, bar/bat mitzvah or 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 Fairfax VA, Washington DC, and beyond. Below are a few menu ideas to get you started, as well as our full list of offerings further below! We look forward to making your event…our masterpiece!
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
Off to the Races: Heavier Fare
- Herb-Grilled Tenderloin Sliced with Horseradish Cream and Stoneground Mustard and Parker House Rolls
- Honey Basil Chicken with White Wine Blood Orange Sauce and Shallots
- Grilled Marinated Asparagus with Feta & Lemon
- Sharon’s Redskin Smashed Potatoes with Boursin and Scallions
- Granny Smith Apple Salad with Fresh Greens, Toasted Pecans, Dried Cranberries, Red Onions, Bleu Cheese, and our Raspberry Vinaigrette
Birthday and Anniversary Celebrations
- Deviled Egg Bar with Bacon, Chives, Smoked Salmon, and Blue Cheese Toppings
- Tuscan Stacked Pepper with Roasted Peppers, Onions, Squash, and Asparagus, with Marinara and Parmesan, Topped with Mozzarella and Fresh Basil
- Watermelon Skewers with Feta, Blackberries and Mint
- Slider Station – Vegetarian Burgers, Beef Brisket with House BBQ Sauce, Pulled Pork or Chicken with North Carolina or Texas Barbecue Sauce, Sliced Beef Tenderloin with Horseradish Cream
- 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
Elegant Thanksgiving 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
Delightful Dinner
Appetizers
- Elegant Brie and Cheese Display with Berries and Crostini
- Mojito Shrimp, marinated in Lime Juice, Rum, & Spices, then grilled GF
- Trio of Mini Pancakes – Beet Puree topped with Goat Cheese, Crabcake topped with Lox, Avocado with Watermelon, on a Mini Pancake.
- Salmon Spoons with Sushi-grade Salmon, Microgreens, and Avocado Crema
- Tenderloin Bite Stuffed with Spiced Cream Cheese, Wrapped with Bacon
Plated Salad
- Fresh Organic Greens with Roasted Pears, Dried Cranberries, Red Onion, Smokey
- Bleu Cheese, and Toasted Walnuts, with our Pomegranate Champagne Dressing
Entrees
- Salmon Oscar with Crabmeat, Asparagus, and Hollandaise
- Grilled Filet over Garlic Mashed Potatoes topped with Brandy Peppercorn and Organic Greens and Mushrooms
Cocktail Party
- 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)
- Watermelon, Feta and Mint 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/Salmon Spoon
- Mini Maryland Crab Cakes with Remoulade or Garlic Lemon Aioli GF
- Candied Bacon with Brown Sugar and Black Pepper GF
- Tenderloin Bite Stuffed with Spiced Cream Cheese, Wrapped with Bacon and Grilled on Pick
- Chocolate Mousse Parfait
- Key Lime Tartlets
Bat/Bar Mitzvahs
Appetizers
- Potato & Apple Latkes with Apple Chutney
- Smoked Salmon Tartare with Crostini
- Mini 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
Thanksgiving Feast
Entrees
- Oven Roasted Turkey with Pan Gravy, Old Fashioned Bread Stuffing, and Cranberry Sauce
- Add Baked Ham with Brown Sugar for $6 per person
Plated Salad
- Organic Field Green Salad with Sauteed Pear OR Apple, Dried Cranberries, Candied Pecans with Raspberry Vinaigrette
Sides
- Smashed Red Skin Potatoes
- Green Bean Casserole OR Sauteed Green Beans with Almonds
- Sweet Potato Casserole with Cinnamon, Brown Sugar & Pecans
Desserts
- Pumpkin Pie
- Sweet Potato Pie
- Apple Pie with Crumble Topping
- Southern Pecan Pie
Memorial Services
- Grilled Sliced Pesto Chicken with mozzarella, sauteed shallots, and fresh basil on Ciabatta Roll
- Sloppy John with Corned Beef, Pastrami, Cole Slaw and Swiss on Sub Roll
- Turkey, Bacon, Avocado, and Chipotle mayo on Whole Grain Bread
- Vegetarian melted mozzarella, Italian tomatoes, basil and lettuce panini
- Rustic sandwich of salami, roasted red peppers, arugula, and herbed goat cheese on ciabatta bread
- Sliced Pork Tenderloin with tomato & ginger chutney, arugula, on Ciabatta Roll
- Shrimp Salad with dill, celery, green onion, lemon, seasoned mayo on Brioche
Tea Party
- Traditional Tea Sandwich Display: Egg Salad, Smoked Salmon, Cucumber and Chicken with Cranberry
- Homemade Scones with Jam and Clotted Cream
- Selection of Mini Desserts: Lemon Meringue, Fresh Fruit Tart, Eclair and Chocolate Mousse
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Shirley’s Catering and Coyote Grille Catering have merged to create the new and delicious – Artistry Catering. With over 50 combined years of experience, you will enjoy old favorites (food and people) and new trends on our palette. Artistry Catering would like to make your event our Masterpiece!
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