Some caterers specialize in catering wedding ceremonies and other large-scale functions, while others are open to small group meetings and casual social gatherings. The catering companies that target smaller get togethers are likely to deal with a greater variety of functions and therefore typically have a greater number of food items to choose from. They may be required to cater breakfast meetings, lunch gatherings or dinner functions. Below are some examples of food many catering companies offer as part of their menu selection:
Breakfasts
- Breakfast Bagel Platters – A variety of bagels served with tomatoes, cream cheese and various sliced cheeses.
- Rise and Shine Platters – An assortment of bagels, muffins and danishes with jam, butter and cream cheese.
- Continental Breakfasts – In addition to an assortment of bagels, muffins and danishes, continental breakfasts include a variety of juices, coffee and fruit.
- Hot breakfast options may also be available, including pancakes, sausage, bacon, hash browns, eggs, etc.
Cold Lunches
- Sandwich Platters – Made on a variety of freshly baked breads, stuffed with tuna or egg salad or deli meats.
- Wrap Platters – Wraps stuffed with meats and salads and topped with fresh vegetables.
- Party Sandwiches – Party sandwiches filled with cream cheese, tuna, salmon or egg salad.
- Cheese Platters – A variety of cheese (cheddar, swiss and mozzarella) and crackers.
Hot Lunches/Dinners (often served with rice or pasta and a salad)
- Penne Alfredo – Hearty penne pasta in a creamy mushroom alfredo sauce.
- Butter Chicken – Bite sized chicken in a mild sauce.
- Veal or Chicken Parmigiana – Pasta served with veal or chicken, mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce.
- Chicken Stir Fry – Stir-fried chicken and vegetables.
Salads
- Garden Salad – Mixed greens with a medley of seasonal vegetables.
- Caesar Salad – Romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, crumbled bacon bits and croutons.
- Greek Salad – Romaine lettuce, red onions, black olives and feta cheese.
- Sunshine Salad – Romaine lettuce, baby spinach, red onion rings, kiwi, strawberries, dried cranberries, mandarin oranges, grated mozzarella and sunflower seeds.
Desserts
- Pastry Tray – Various pastries and croissants.
- Cookie Patter – A variety of cookies.
- Dessert Platter – An collection of sweets such as: carrot cake, brownies, tarts and nanaimo bars.
- Loaf Platter – An assortment of dessert breads.