Something Special Catering
"Be a guest at your own party!"
The Menu
We know - our menu is HUGE. There are lots of options and choices for you to pick from. All fantastic. And lots are recurring favorites for many of our clients. Take your time. Peruse through.
And if you have any special requests, certain dietary needs, or just downright have a good family recipe you want to feed to your many guests, let us know. We're flexible.
Salads | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
Antipasto Salad | Salami, olives, red onion, roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, pepperoncini, and provolone cheese over a bed of romaine lettuce. | $85 |
Grape Pasta Salad | Penne pasta mixed w/ asparagus, red grapes & fresh cilantro, marinated in a spicy ginger-sesame dressing | $70 |
Tri-Tip Steak Salad | Grilled strips of tri-tip steak combined w/ fresh corn, red bells, crunchy jicama, avocados & black beans, tossed w/ a yummy cilantro dressing | $90 |
Southwest Pasta Salad | Penne pasta mixed w/ mozzarella cheese, tomatillos & sun-dried tomatoes, served w/ a fresh herb dressing | $75 |
Tex-Mex Salad | Black beans, fresh corn, jicama, red bell pepper & grape tomatoes, mixed w/ cilantro dressing | $75 |
Chinese Chicken Salad | Shredded chicken, romaine and cabbage, carrots, snap peas, crispy wonton strips, green onion and mandarin oranges tossed w/ a sesame dressing | $85 |
Italian Pasta Salad | A wonderful combo of pasta, broccoli, red bells, carrots, tomatoes & zucchini, dressed w/ Italian vinaigrette | $70 |
Citrus Salmon Salad | Spicy seared salmon on a bed of fresh spinach & red onions w/ grapefruit & orange slices, served w/ the perfect citrus dressing | $95 |
Cobb Salad | Turkey, avocado, blue cheese crumbles & bacon tossed w/ fresh greens - always a favorite! | $80 |
Thai Chicken Salad | Grilled & sliced chicken breasts, snap peas, napa cabbage & red bells, served w/ a Thai dressing | $80 |
Som Tum | Shredded green papaya, shredded carrots, green beans, grape tomato tossed with a spicy lime dressing on a bed of romaine lettuce. | $70 |
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Salad | Avocados, tomatoes & corn, tossed w/ sliced parmesan-crusted chicken breasts, served w/ a honey-mustard dressing | $80 |
Gourmet Salad | Mixed greens w/ dried cranberries, goat cheese crumbles & homemade sugared pecans, served w/ a raspberry vinaigrette | $55 |
Caesar Salad | Crisp romaine w/ croutons, sliced olives, parmesan cheese & Caesar dressing | $55 |
Funi Salad | Fresh cabbage, sesame seeds, green onions, ramen noodles & almonds, tossed w/ a creamy rice vinaigrette | $55 |
Garden Salad | Mixed greens tossed w/ grape tomatoes, cucumbers & croutons, served w/ your choice of dressing | $55 |
Caprice Salad | Fresh, sliced mozzarella, roma tomatoes, fresh basil & garlic | $55 |
BBQ Chicken Salad | BBQ chicken breasts top romaine w/ black beans, tomatoes & corn, served w/ a creamy BBQ ranch dressing | $85 |
Fruit & Vegetable | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
Fresh Fruit Platter | A beautiful assortment of in-season fresh fruit | $85 |
Pesto & Sun-Dried Tomato Torte | (Serves 10-15 or 20-25) A creamy blend of butter & cream cheese, layered w/ pesto & sun-dried tomatoes, served w/ assorted crackers | $50/$70 |
Grilled Asparagus | Fresh grilled asparagus served w/ lemon vinaigrette (seasonal availability) | $70 |
Stuffed Mushrooms | Fresh mushroom caps stuffed w/ either zucchini & sun-dried tomatoes; or spicy Italian sausage,bellpepper and onion | $80 |
Bruschetta | Chopped fresh roma tomatoes, basil & garlic top a freshly sliced baguette (add $5 for Parmesan crostini) | $65 |
Veggie Platter | A fresh assortment of veggie sticks, served w/ a creamy, homemade spinach dip or homemade hummus | $65 |
Asparagus Canapes | Fresh asparagus spears & herb cream cheese, wrapped in puff pastry & baked 'til golden | $85 |
Hot Artichoke Dip | Artichokes combined w/ parmesan cheese & mayo, served hot & accompanied by homemade, seasoned pita chips | $75 |
Baked Brie | Wheel of brie wrapped in pastry & baked 'til golden, served w/ assorted crackers & fruit (Serves 10-15 or 20-25) | $50/$70 |
Melon & Prosciutto | Fresh melon slices wrapped w/ Italian prosciutto | $80 |
Goat Cheese Crostini | A fresh baguette topped w/ goat cheese, pesto & roasted red bell pepper relish (or add $5 for seasoned crostini) | $75 |
Veggie Spring Rolls | Crispy veggie-filled spring rolls served w/ a hot, sweet mustard sauce | $90 |
Zucchini Cheese Squares | Bite-size squares of zucchini & cheese, baked & topped w/ parmesan cheese & sesame seeds | $70 |
Bocconcini Skewers | Refreshing baby mozzarella marinated in garlic and basil, skewered w/ fresh tomato and drizzled with Balsamic glaze. | $80 |
Roasted Veggie Platter | A wonderful mélange of roasted veggies | $75 |
Portobello Bruschetta | Portobello mushrooms marinated in a honey & balsamic vinegar top a sliced baguette w/ rosemary aioli | $90 |
Veggie Puff Pastry | Squares of puff pastry filled w/ roasted squash, onions & goat cheese, then baked 'til golden | $80 |
Artichoke Bites | Artichokes, eggs, parmesan & monterey cheeses, baked into yummy bite-size muffins | $80 |
Goat Cheese Bites | Small bite-size pieces of montchevre goat cheese rolled in sugar pecans & cranberries, served w/ gourmet crackers & grapes | $80 |
Caramelized Onion & Kalamata Olive Tarts | Puff pastry cups filled w/ caramelized onions & kalamata olives | $80 |
Portobello & Asiago Frittata | Golden frittata filled w/ portobello mushrooms, asiago cheese & basil | $80 |
Onion Tarts | Puff pastry cups filled w/ goat cheese & caramelized onions, then baked to perfection | $80 |
Hummus & Pita Chips | Traditional hummus with homemade pita chips | $65 |
Charcuterie Board | A wonderful selection of domestic & imported cheeses and meats served w/ crackers, dried fruits, nuts and spreads. | $110 |
Chicken | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
Glaze Teriyaki Chicken Wings | Tender marinated chicken drummettes sautéed & sprinkled w/ sesame seeds | $80 |
Buffalo Wings | Tender, spicy chicken drummettes served w/ celery sticks & ranch | $80 |
Chicken Tenders | Breaded chicken breasts, baked to a crispy brown & served w/ a honey mustard dipping sauce | $75 |
Chicken Pesto Pinwheels | Chicken breasts stuffed w/ pesto, then baked, sliced & served on a fresh baguette w/ dijon mustard | $80 |
Thai Chicken Skewers | Chicken breasts marinated in a sesame ginger marinade, served w/ a peanut sauce | $75 |
Southwest Chipotle Skewers | Juicy chicken breasts marinated in chipotle & cilantro | $75 |
Chicken Spring Rolls | Crispy chicken egg rolls served w/ sweet chili sauce (also available w/ veggie or pork) | $95 |
Chicken Phyllo Cups | Flaky phyllo cups filled w/ juicy Chinese chicken salad, dressed w/ a sesame ginger sauce | $75 |
Chicken Saltimbocca Skewers | Tender strips of chicken rolled up w/ prosciutto & Italian parsley, served w/ a creamy rosemary-lemon aioli | $85 |
Turkey Chipotle Wraps | Sliced turkey, lettuce & chipotle mayo, wrapped in a fresh flour tortilla (add avocado for $10) | $80 |
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Skewers | Tender, juicy chicken strips coated w/ panko & parmesan cheese, served w/ honey mustard | $85 |
Beef & Pork | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
Meatballs | Bite-size beef meatballs smothered in a sweet & sour sauce (one of our most popular items!) | $80 |
Garlic-Ginger Beef Skewers | Flank steak strips marinated in a sesame-ginger sauce, served w/ a spicy garlic-ginger dipping sauce | $85 |
Beef Tenderloin & Chimichurri | Tender slices of beef tenderloin topped with chimichurri sauce atop a fresh baguette | $95 |
Mini Beef Wellingtons | A yummy bite-size version of the traditional Beef Wellington | $90 |
Caramelized Carnitas | Tender chunks of pork, simmered w/ molasses, brown sugar & tequila | $80 |
Pigs in a Blanket | Everybody favorite! Cocktail sausages wrapped in croissant rolls, then baked 'til golden & served w/ mustard | $70 |
Croque Monsieur | Fontina cheese, honey ham, mascarpone cheese & chives, layered w/ bread & custard, then baked | $85 |
Empanadas | Spanish Empanadas served with a chipotle aioli | $80 |
Sandwiches | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
Bratwurst Sliders | Mini Brats in a French Roll with Sour Kraut, Mustard and chopped onions | $95 |
Veggie Foccacia Sandwiches | Grilled Zucchini, Grilled Eggplant and Roasted Bell Pepper, Mozzarella Cheese and Pesto on a Foccacia Bread | $90 |
Tri-Tip Sliders | Tender Smoked Tri-tip sliced thin and served with brown sugar horseradish mayo, Jack cheese served on a warm Ciabatta roll | $90 |
Lavosh Sandwiches | Spinach and Bell Pepper tortilla wraps with a cream cheese spread, sliced turkey & fresh spinach, shredded carrots, and onion all rolled up & sliced OR Cream cheese, dried cranberries, lettuce & chopped chives rolled up in a fresh flour tortilla and sliced | $80 |
Croissant Sandwiches | Delicious chicken & tuna salads served on flaky, fresh mini croissants | $80 |
Grilled Chicken Focaccia | Grilled chicken breasts, sliced & served on fresh focaccia bread w/ roasted red peppers & a homemade pesto mayo | $90 |
Assorted Tea Sandwiches | An assortment of turkey w/ cranberry mayo, chicken chutney, and cream cheese & dill ... all prepared on assorted fresh breads | $85 |
Mini Party Sandwiches | Small assorted rolls w/turkey, ham & roast beef, all served w/ a dijon mustard | $85 |
Panini Sandwiches | Roast beef, turkey & ham, all served on sourdough bread, brushed w/ olive oil & grilled in a panini maker (Requires an on-site chef) | $85 |
Seafood | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
Mini Poke Bites | Ahi tuna Poke w/avocado and green onion served inside crispy mini wonton cups. | $90 |
Shrimp Platter | Ocean-fresh, chilled shrimp served w/ lemon wedges & a spicy cocktail sauce | $90 |
Tequila Shrimp | Large, chilled shrimp marinated in tequila, lime, cilantro & chilies, then grilled to perfection | $95 |
Crab Cakes | A miniature version of the traditional crab cake w/ a remoulade sauce | $120 |
Ceviche | Fresh fish marinated in lime juice, herbs, cilantro & chilies, served w/ crispy tortilla chips | $90 |
Cocktail Salmon & Dill Cakes | Mini salmon cakes topped w/ crème fraiche & a watercress sprig | $85 |
Shrimp, Cucumber & Dill Canapés | Large, chilled shrimp served on a slice of fresh bread, covered w/ dill cream cheese & a fresh English cucumber | $85 |
Seared Ahi | Sushi-grade ahi seared in spices & served on a wonton chip topped w/ sriracha mayo, green onion & pickled ginger | $85 |
Bacon-Wrapped Scallops | Fresh sea scallops wrapped in bacon & broiled to a crispy brown | $120 |
Crab & Cream Cheese Wontons | Crispy wontons filled w/ crab & cream cheese, served w/ a sweet chili sauce | $90 |
Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp | Bacon wrapped around juicy, grilled shrimp, served w/ a sweet & spicy chili sauce | $95 |
Shrimp Salad Cups | Chipotle-seasoned bay shrimp salad w/ corn & red peppers, served in crispy tortilla cups | $85 |
Smoked Salmon Canapés | Buttery, flaky pastry baked to a golden brown, then topped w/ crème fraiche, smoked salmon & capers | $85 |
Three-Onion Tart w/ Salmon | Pastry tart topped w/ onions, smoked salmon & goat cheese, then baked 'til golden | 90 |
Coconut Shrimp | Large shrimp coated w/ coconut, then fried & served w/ a sweet chili sauce | $90 |
Entrees | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
Chicken Piccata | Tender chicken breast sauteed in white wine, lemon juice and capers | $17 |
Chicken or Beef Enchiladas | Tender chicken or shredded beef, cheese & spices fill fresh corn tortillas that are baked & topped w/ sour cream | $16 - $18 |
Lemon Rosemary Chicken | Boneless chicken breasts marinated w/ lemon & rosemary, then sautéed to perfection | $16 |
Chicken Marsala | Boneless chicken breasts sautéed w/ mushrooms, shallots & Marsala wine | $17 |
Apricot Whiskey Chicken | Boneless chicken breasts stuffed w/ ricotta & cheddar cheese, pecans & parsley, then smothered in an apricot puree w/ Jack Daniel's whiskey | $17 |
Spinach & Mushroom Lasagna | Lasagna w/ spinach, mushrooms & bechamel sauce makes you feel right at home! | $18 |
Beef Bourguignon | Tender pieces of beef & mushrooms simmered together w/ Burgundy wine until tender, served w/ buttery noodles | $18 |
Beef Stroganoff | Sirloin beef & mushrooms simmered together until tender, mixed w/ sour cream & served w/ buttery noodles | $18 |
Italian Sausage Lasagna | Traditional sausage lasagna w/ a tasty red sauce | $17 |
Pasta Bar | Fresh penne pasta w/ your choice of two of the following sauces: salmon & vodka dill cream; chicken w/ pesto & roasted red bells; sun-dried tomato & pine nuts; or meatballs & marinara (Requires an on-site chef) | $17 |
Taco Bar | Chicken & beef tacos served in fresh flour & corn tortillas w/ ALL the toppings! | $17 |
Chicken Marsala Pasta | Tender chicken, mushrooms & artichokes in a rich Marsala cream sauce | $17 |
Smoked Sliced Tri-Tip | Specially seasoned, grilled & thinly sliced tri-tip roast, served w/ either creamy horseradish, au jus, or homemade BBQ sauce. | $21 |
Citrus-Roasted Pork Loin | Tender pork loin marinated in lime & orange juice, seasoned w/ a citrus zest & roasted to perfection | $21 |
Salmon | Fresh Salmon filets with sun dried tomatoes and spinach served with a cream sauce. Fresh Salmon filets marinated in a maple soy glaze and grilled to perfection. | $23 |
Stuffed Tenderloin | Roasted beef tenderloin stuffed w/ spinach, parmesan cheese & sun-dried tomatoes, served w/ a rich Madeira sauce | $Market Price |
Dessert | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
Brownies | Homemade chocolatey brownies | $48 (24 pieces) |
Apple Pear Crisp | (Serves 10) Sweet spiced mixture of pears & apples, topped w/ a delicious strudel mixture | $50 |
Blueberry Slump | (Serves 10) Blueberries cooked to perfection & topped w/ sweet dumpling Served w/ cold ice cream add $10 | $50 |
Bread Pudding | (Serve 10) Traditional homemade bread pudding served w/ whiskey sauce & served warm | $60 |
Strawberry Shortcake | Angel food cake topped w/ fresh strawberries & served w/ real whipped cream | $3.00/ea |
Cream Puffs | Cream puffs filled w/ fresh whipped dairy cream dusted with powdered sugar. (add $5 for Chocolate dipped) | $30 |
Pumpkin Bars | (Serves 10) Moist pumpkin cake filled w/ cream cheese filling, rolled & sliced for serving | $48 (24 Pieces) |
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries | Stemmed strawberries fresh from the market, dipped in either white or dark chocolate | $3.00/ea |
Italian Cream Cake | (Serves 20) Moist layers of pecan cake filled w/ custard, strawberries, cream cheese & coconut frosting | $72 |
White Chocolate & Berry Bread Pudding | (Serves 20) | $85 |
Creme Brulee Bars | Shortbread crust baked w/ creamy creme brulee cheesecake filling, topped w/ a sweet caramel glaze | $72 (24 Pieces) |
Gourmet Cookies | Home-baked cookies available in chocolate chip, macadamia & white chocolate, or toffee and pecan | $36 (24 Pieces) |
Carrot Cake Bars | Our moist carrot cake in individual bars | $72 (24 Pieces) |
Individual Tiramisu Cups | Layered lady fingers with mascarpone & whipped cream in mini mason jars | $3.00/ea |
Lemon Bars | Luscious lemon bars dusted w/ powdered sugar | $48 (24 Pieces) |
Fresh Fruit Tart | Puff pastry filled w/ creamy custard & decorated w/ berries | $2.50 each |
Fruit Trifle | Rich English custard layered w/ fresh fruit & ladyfingers, topped w/ cool whipped cream & fresh fruit | $60 |
Mini Cheesecake Bites | Deliciously moist mini cheesecake bites topped with berry couli and whipped cream (minimum 12) | $36 (12 pieces) |
Texas Sheet Cake | (Serves 24) Our rich, buttermilk chocolate cake covered w/ fudge frosting - it's famous! | $70 |
Cobbler | (Serves 24) Homemade cherry, apple or peach cobbler | $65 |