Los Angeles Catering – Malibu Catering for Eco Friendly Cocktail Party

Eco Caters catered for a cocktail party on December 20th. We set up the stationary hors d’oeuvres that consisted of antipasto with marinated artichoke, sweet pepper with arugula, marinated cherry tomato with mozzarella, and mixed olives as well as a scallop and shrimp sausage platter with house mustard and radish sprouts. While guest chatted about the hustle and bustle of the holidays, our Eco Caters servers tray passed thai chicken skewers with marjoram yogurt, argentinean lamb skewer with chimmi churri, camembert shooter with asparagus, and fresh bruschetta with tomato concasse.

The cocktail party consisted of 20 adults and 14 children, so Eco Caters made two large cheese pizzas on homemade crust with organic tomato sauce to please all taste palettes. Los Angeles catering needs are growing more environmentally conscious, and the host for this Malibu catered event was no different. The host decided to use biodegradable plates which are made from fallen palm leaves and is becoming a more desirable method for presenting food in an environmentally conscience way.

Overall, the cocktail party was a perfect combination of good conversation and amazing food. We offer Los Angeles catering services for all types of events including weddings, private parties and corporate functions so we hope you will contact us for your next Malibu catering event.

Los Angeles Catering – Organic Venice Beach Catering for Private Family Style Dinner

There is nothing better during the holidays than sharing a meal with family and friends. On December 16th, we did an all organic family style meal in Venice Beach. Before dinner guests engaged in conversation and helped themselves to Eco Caters very own stationary hors d’oeuvres that consisted of antipasto with marinated artichoke, sweet peppers with arugula, marinated cherry tomato with mozzarella, and mixed olives as well as a delicious vegetable crudite with roasted onion dip and house ranch. After the guest were done enjoying all our organic hors d’oeuvres they began to take their seats to get ready for the main course.

Prior to the main course, guests enjoyed a wild arugula salad with peach, nectarine, chevre, and apple cider vinaigrette; All of the mixed greens and herbs for the salad came from Maggie’s Farms. There were two main dishes, the first was a smoked chili rubbed tri-tip with a molasses and a fire roasted pepper sauce. The second was grilled vegetable lasagna with house made ricotta. To compliment the meal, roasted weiser farms potatoes with marjoram and thyme were served as well as a roasted asparagus marinated in grapefruit. Eating Organic is more than just food for our Venice Beach catered family, it has become a lifestyle which is why for the party we used Verterra biodegradable dinnerware which is biodegradable and compostable plates made from fallen palm leaves, flatware, cups and napkins. Whether it is a small dinner party, wedding, or a corporate catered event allow Eco Caters to provide our all Venice Beach catering services.

Los Angeles Catering – J Brand Jeans Cocktail Party

Eco Caters provide services for the J Brand Jeans Cocktail Party that took place on Saturday December 12th. This Los Angeles catered event was larger which consisted of over 150 guests. From start to finish Eco Caters was there to set up and make sure the event was as classy and stylish as J Brand Jeans. We set up our beautiful display of stationary hors d’oeuvres that consisted of a mezze platter with hummus, baba ganouj, roasted red peppers, olives salad, and fresh pita. There was also a hierloom salsa trio with organic tortilla chips. Guest were raving about our delicious mixed sliders. We had grilled eggplant with tomato, arugula, and marjoram aioli; Grilled portabella with mixed greens, and chimmi aioli; and organiz beef sliders with smoked cheddar, tomato, and homemade aioli.

Our Los Angeles catering team tray passed an assortment of hors d’oeuvres such as roasted chicken with avocado, sweet corn, and fermented black bean on crostini; beef wellingtons with smoked ketchup and apricot mustard; salmon rillette in crouton cup; and a roasted tomato crostini with vegetarian bagna cauda. Along with all of the stationary hors d’oeuvres, an assortment of desserts such as golden brownies and homemade cookies were offered to each guest. Needless to say, the night came to an end with happy guest leaving with full stomachs. Eco Caters will be there while you show off your product with our exceptional services and extraordinary organic catering services.

Los Angeles Catering – Cocktail Party for Manhattan Beach Catering Event

A 75 person cocktail party in Manhattan beach Saturday December 12th was where we were showcasing our skills. We had stationary hors d’oeuvres set up that consisted of a Chef’s choice cheese display with market fruit and preserves; a mezze platter with hummus, baba ganouj, roasted red peppers, olives salad, and fresh pita. The stationary hors d’oeuvres also consisted of a savory selection of mixed sliders such as curry chicken salad with california golden raisins; grilled eggplant with tomato, argula and marjoram aioli; and an organic beef slider with smoked cheddar, tomato, and homemade aioli. Our truffled grilled cheese remained a guest favorite as our Manhattan Beach Catering staff passed around hors d’oeuvres as well as thai chicken skewers with marjoram yogurt; and seared albacore with orange grapefruit slaw; roasted tomato crostini bagna cauda. For those of you looking for Los Angeles Catering that only used the freshest local ingredients, we would be a perfect fit. For instance, the majority of the food Eco Caters used at the cocktail party came fresh from Maggie’s Farms. Next time you are looking for local, organic Los Angeles catering make sure you contact us.

Los Angeles Catering – Organic Catering for Holiday Party in Manhattan Beach

For a dinner party in Manhattan Beach on December 5th, the host specifically wanted all fresh organic food. We pride ourselves on knowing we have mastered the art of organic catering so this event was perfect for us. The stationary hors d’oeuvres consisted of chef’s choice cheese display with market fruit and preserves, and mezze platter with humus, baba ganouj, roasted red peppers, olives salad, and fresh pita. There were also a selection of mixed sliders such as: Grilled Portabella with mixed greens, and chimmi aioli; apricot turkey sliders with apple, arugula, and house mustard; and bacon, arugula, and cave aged gruyere; Thai chicken skewers with marjoram yogurt; Argentinean lamb skewer with chimmi churri; roasted beet salad with manchego, arugula, carrot, and beet vinaigrette; and lobster and porcini ravioli with chive beurre blanc. To compliment the food that we had prepared, the host of the party provided all organic wine and champagne for their guests.

As far as Los Angeles catering goes for us, we definitely use Maggies Farms for the majority of the fruits and vegetables and Rutiz Farms for the beets and potatoes. We have a great relationship with both of these farms, and we frequently use them for all our Los Angeles catering needs. The Eco friendly host also went as far as using Verterra dinnerware for her party. This is dinnerware that is 100% biodegradable and compotsable made from fallen palm leaves as well as biodegradable forks which were made out of wood. Using biodegradable dinnerware is very good for the environment but is also unique and beautiful, which is why we recommend it for all our clients.

Beverly Hills Catering – Organic Tray Passed Party

We work in Beverly Hills often, and one party that stood out was a holiday party on December 12th that we did at a home on the hills of Mulholland looking over all of LA. The house was just as beautiful as the view. With red rose table settings, candles, and a beautiful display of stationary hors d’oeuvres provided by us, the night was sure to be a success from the very beginning. The stationary hors d’oeuvres included southern chicken lollipops with homemade buttermilk ranch and a mezze platter with hummus, baba ganouj, and roasted red peppers.

While the guest enjoyed themselves and engaged in conversation, our servers tray passed truffled grilled cheese, salmon rillette in crouton cups, petite lump crap hand rolls with chive and julienne peppers, roasted tomato crostini with bagna cauda, and bacon and arugula sliders with aged gruyère. This Beverly Hills catering event was lucky enough to enjoy fish from Catalina, where they sell local caught fish. We also used Weiser Family Farms which is where all of the root vegetables and potatoes came from for this event. The night came to an end with guests raving about the organic catering services we had provided. The guests especially enjoyed the southern chicken lollipops and the salmon rillette and the hosts walked away knowing that we were the right choice for their organic meal.

Orange County Catering – An All Organic Engagement Party

Eco Caters did an all organic engagement party in Orange County on November 28th. The bride and groom are very eco conscious which is why they preferred an eco friendly company catering their party. The party consisted of stationary hors d’oeuvres that included: Chef’s choice cheese display with market fruit and preserves; Mezze platter with hummus, baba ganouj, roasted red peppers, olive salad, and fresh pita. It was a plated dinner party with a beautiful mixed green salad with goat cheese, sliced almonds, goji berries, and avocado dressing. Following the salads were the main dishes that consisted of porter marinated tri tip with green peppercorn sauce; roasted coho salmon with garlic, lemon, black peppercorn and parsley; and pan sautéed polenta with carrot, celery root, and fire roasted tomatoes. For dessert the bride and groom served home made ice cream and three different pieces of cake to each guest. The bride and groom decided that it was up to their guests to decide which wedding cake they were to serve at their wedding by a people’s choice vote.

The fresh fish that we served for the engagement party came from Fishco Market. The decor was made up of very natural decorations and pictures and being aware of the environment, the bride and groom used plates from Verterra, which is dinnerware that is 100% biodegradable and compost-able made from fallen palm leaves. Being more green as well as eating organic definitely has its delicious perks when it comes to Eco Caters fresh and healthy foods. We specialize in organic catering, and would be more than happy to provide Orange County catering services that are sure to wow our clients.

Five Gates Center Grand Opening in Venice – Organic Catering

Eco Caters did an organic catering event in Venice for the Five Gates Grand opening; The Science of the Healing Spirit. The view was beautiful as was the weather and guest enjoyed the all delicious organic food. First we set up stationary hors d’oeuvres that included many delicious foods such as a mezze platter with hummus, baba ganouj, roasted red peppers, olives salad, and fresh pita; Southern lollypops with homemade buttermilk ranch; and spicy chicken skewers with majoram. There were also Kosher hors d’oeuvres that consisted of vegetable turrine; simosa with coconut marjoram dip; and seared ahi on wonton with napa cabbage. Of course these were only a few, the buffet consisted of much more. Those fine hors d’oeurves were just the beginning of this delicious Los Angeles catering event. Next were a selection of the freshest and most seasonal salads that our guests raved about for hours. Some may thing it is hard to impress with salad, but we selecting our greens we make sure they are the freshest you can get. We ensure this by shopping at local farms for all or our organic catering needs. Venice catering has become very popular for us as the demand for organic is growing in the Los Angeles catering community. The guests attending the event were happy and full as they enjoyed the rest of the night with laughter and conversation.

All of the event photography was done by Kari Storch, You can check out more pictures from The Five Gates Center Grand Opening at the link listed below.

http://picasaweb.google.com/kari.storch/FiveGatesOpenHouse#

Los Angeles Catering – Bat Mitzvah – Organic Catering

Eco Caters did an all Organic Brunch on Sunday October 18th, 2009 in Los Angeles. This was an all organic catering event, and was the final celebration of the Bat Mitzvah that occured the night before. The brunch buffet included assorted bagels with lox and cream cheese; a California scramble with avocado, tomato, and crème friache; breakfast burritos with chicken sausage, egg, cheese, and salsa; and a fresh fruit platter.

Organic catering does not just stop with the food, we accompanied the food buffet with a full coffee and tea bar as well as all freshly squeeze organic juices and smoothie bar. The juice choices did not just stop with orange and apple, the crowd favorite seemed to be the pomegranate-apple combination that had the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Los Angeles catering is definitely an area where we are lucky to get the local fresh ingredients. Wieser farms supplies us witha ll or our cage free organically fed eggs and the freshest potatoes around. The next time you are looking for Los Angeles catering companies to do your next Bat Mitzvah, make sure you remember Eco Caters for the freshest, local organic products.

Organic Catering for an Art Gallery Opening – Beverly Hills Catering

Eco Caters did an all organic catering event for an art gallery opening on Saturday October 10th in Beverly Hills. The event consisted of tray passed hors d’oeuvres like duck confit with fennel seed and apple on endive; dungeness crap roulade; spicy curry chicken salad with California golden raisins; and scallop ceviche with citrus, agave, and coconut. Because of the fact that there was no kitchen on site, Eco Caters customized their menu creating organic tray passed hors d oeuvres that would be great served room temperature. The owners of the gallery really appreciate an eco-friendly lifestyle and wanted their gallery opening to represent that to. So along with serving all organic food, a selection of Organic wines were served as well. To check out more pieces of art go to www.garboushian.com.