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A Party! What a wonderful reason to celebrate! Make your event one to remember with the help of Critic's Choice.

Whether your party is marvelously elaborate or elegantly simple - with guests served sit-down, buffet style, or at exciting and elaborate food stations - Critic's Choice provides an event you and your guests will always remember.

Our Event Package is priced with your budget in mind. With the help of our Event Coordinator, we can assist in organizing everything from finding the perfect location to planning a delicious menu to color coordinating linens and designing your room layout.

We offer complete Bar and Beverage Plans to complement your Special Day. Our trained professional staff will attend to your every need.

We will gladly work with you on any ideas you may have to create the Perfect Event at a price you can afford!

Click here to see some fun and creative past parties.

MIXERS & OPEN HOUSES
(75 Guest Minimum)

All Mixers Require a Server(s). Here is just a Sample:

PREMIERE TABLE     $8.95
Vegetable Landscape with Homemade Spinach Dip Carmel Brie Topped with Toasted Almonds, Chef's Selection of Cheese Tortes, Imported & Domestic Cheeses Served with Baguettes & Gourmet Crackers. A Fresh Cascade of Seasonal Berries, Grapes, Melons & Tropical Fruits.

OR

Three (3) Tray Passed Hors d'Oeuvres.
Ala Carte With Premiere
Table Included
ALL AMERICAN $9.95 $14.95
Baron of Beef OR Tri Tip-Carved to Order, Rolls & Condiments. Honey Sesame Drummettes, Stroganoff Meatballs, Zucchini Spears & Ranch Dip, Grilled Louisiana Sausage.
THE CALIFORNIAN $14.95 $21.95
Plank Salmon with Dill Yogurt and Fresh Baked Baguettes.
Brie Tarts with Walnuts & Apricots.
Goat Cheese Tarts with Caramelized Onion.
Asparagus Rollups. Rosemary Crostini with
Sliced Tenderloin & Artichoke Cream. Polenta Diamonds
with Roasted Bell Peppers, Pesto & Romano.
ITALIAN KITCHEN $12.95 $19.95

Antipasto Kabobs: Black Olives, Pepperocinis, Pepper Cheese,
Sweet Cherry Peppers, Salami, Mushrooms & Artichoke Hearts.
Crostini Bar with a Variety of Toppings: Olive Tapanade,
Tuscan White Bean & Roasted Mushroom Parmesan. Choice of Two Pastas:
Cheese Tortellini with Wild Mushroom Sauce, Gnocchi in
a Creamy Alfredo with Grilled & Sliced Chicken Breast,
Penne Pasta in a Creamy Pesto with Pine Nuts &
Julienne Vegetables or Baked Pasta in a
Rich Marinara Sauce with Three Cheeses.

 

FAVORITOS DE MEXICO $9.95 $16.95

Tortilla Chips, Salsa Fresca, Pineapple & Mango Salsa, and Guacamole.
Shrimp & White Fish Ceviche.
A Soft Taco Bar, Featuring:
Pollo or Carne Asada, Corn & Flour Tortillas,
Shredded Cheese, Scallions, Jalapenos & Sour Cream.
Roasted Corn Salad in a Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette.

 

ORIENT EXPRESS $14.95 $21.95
Our Asian Chicken Salad. Assorted Sushi Rolls:
California, Spicy Tuna & Vegetable Rolls. Wasabe & Ginger.
Sesame Shrimp Skewers, Vegetable Spring Rolls &
an Exotic Udon Noodle Bar with a Variety of Toppings.



APPETIZER PARTIES*
(Prices Based on 50 Guest Minimum)

SOUTH BAY SAMPLER     $11.95
Artichoke Dip with Pita Crisps, Spinach Dip in a
Bread Bowl with Fresh Baked Baguettes, Layered Pesto
& Sun Dried Tomato Torte & Gourmet Crackers,
Chicken Satay with Honey Soy,
Stroganoff or Teriyaki Meatballs (Beef or Turkey).

CRITIC'S COMBO     $9.95
A Delightful Selection of Vegetables, Cheeses &
Fresh Fruit, Beautifully Garnished & Served with Ranch or
Spinach Dip, Fresh Baked Baguettes & Crackers.
Dinner Rolls & Hi Rollers
Filled with Smoked Turkey, Black Forest Ham,
Chicken Almond Salad or Garden Delights.
Assortment of Our Delicious Dessert Bars.

DISPLAY INTERNATIONAL     $14.95
Santa Fe Torte With Rainbow Tortilla Chips
Herb Cheese & Caviar Torte With Crackers
Antipasto Delights featuring Salami Coronets & Ham Rollups
Kabobs of Provolone, Mozzarella, Olives & Cherry Tomatoes
Marinated Mushrooms & Artichoke Hearts, Pepperocinis & Breadsticks
Tapanade with Baguettes
Humus with Fresh Pita Triangles

RAVE REVIEW COCKTAIL PARTY     $17.95
Chef's Cheese Tortes with Fresh Baked Baguettes
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Served In Champagne Saucers
Assorted Sushi Rolls, Featuring; California, Spicy Tuna & Vegetable Rolls
With Wasabi & Soy Dipping Sauces
Cheese Tortellini with Wild Mushroom Sauce,
Mini Baguettes filled with Sliced Filet & Gorgonzola,
Eggplant Caviar with Pita Crisps,
Tiramisu and Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

*Server(s) Suggested, But Not Required



HORS D'OEUVRES - A Short List*

Beautifully Displayed & Garnished
Served with Crackers or Baguettes

Pesto & Sundried Tomato Torte
Pecan & Cream Cheese Torte
Assorted Home Made Pates
Plank Salmon
Spinach Dip in Bread Bowl
Chilled Dipping Sauces
Thai Peanut
Honey Citrus
Seafood Cocktail Sauce
Papaya Salsa

Hot Dips & Fondues
California Seafood Fondue
Roasted Corn & Black Beans
Artichoke Dip
Eggplant Caviar

COLD APPETIZERS
(3 Dozen Minimum Each Item)

Bocaccini Bites
Baja Rolls
Crostini Pesto
Bruschetta
Sushi Rolls
Grilled Jumbo Shrimp
Shrimp Cocktail
Asparagus Rollups
Grilled Eggplant Rolls
Smoked Turkey Corn Muffins
Tortellini Skewers
Grilled Tenderloin Skewers
Ceviche
Snow Crab Cocktail Claws
Baby Lamb Chops

HOT APPETIZERS
(3 Dozen Minimum Each Item)

Egg Rolls
Spring Rolls
Maryland Crab Cakes
Apricot Brie Tarts
Goat Cheese & Caramelized Onion Tarts
Chicken Apple Sausage Strudel
Coconut Chicken or Shrimp
Brie Quesadillas
Spanokopitas
Crab Rangoon
Hawaiian Style Satay
Empanadas
Gourmet Pizza Bites
Crab, Spinach or Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Mahi Mahi Brochettes

*For a Complete List, Descriptions & Prices, Please Ask Your Coordinator or Account Executive

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