optimum catering

Charcuterie

Hors D’Oeuvres

Classic Hors D’Oeuvres

Beautiful Shrimp Cocktail Display

Large shrimp served on a decorated ice bed Served with cocktail sauce and fresh lemon wedges

International Cheese Display

A spectacular assortment of imported and domestic cheese. Served with a variety of gourmet crackers & toasts

Fresh Fruit Display

A fresh assortment of seasonal fruits and beautiful strawberries

Fresh Crudite Display

Fresh seasonal vegetables in a cascading display

Salmon Display

Whole Steamed North Atlantic Salmon Served with cucumbers, red onion rings,
sour cream, gourmet crackers, and lemon wedges

Seven Layer Mexican Dip

Refried beans, whole black beans, chopped green onions, grated cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, sour cream, sliced black olives, and layered. Served with multi color crisp tortilla chips

Lobster Bisque with Crouton

Cocktail Sandwiches

Scallops Wrapped in Bacon

Seafood Canapés

Grilled Smoked Sausage

Chicken & Pineapple Kabob

Wings (Honey, Spicy, BBQ)

Crab Cakes (requires a chef on site)

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Herb Rolled Grapes

Warm Brie with Fresh Berries

Curried Chicken w/Indian Pita

Deviled Eggs with Caviar

Assortment of Petite Quiches

Assortment of Petite Desserts

California Rolls

Fall Roll Ups

Chicken Satay with Thai Peanut Sauce

Brochettes Caprices

Beef Satay with Raspberry Chipotle Sauce

Meatballs (Swedish, BBQ, Sweet & Sour)

Tortellini skewers

Artichoke, Crab & Spinach Dip

Artichoke & Spinach Dip

Mini Cranberry & Walnut Salad

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Stuffed Mushrooms

Cocktail Sausages

Belgium Endive

Red Potatoes Dijon

Sesame Cashew Chicken Bites

Coconut Shrimp

Looking for something specific? We’re happy to customize a menu to suit your vision. We also provide event rentals, including tables, chairs, canopies, linens, china, and more. Payment is due in full at the time of delivery unless prior billing arrangements have been approved. Prices are subject to change without notice.

Butler Passed

Shrimp Cocktail Martinis

Chilled shrimp served in a martini glass with cocktail sauce, lemon zest, and fresh dill

Mint Lamb Chops

Succulent lamb served with a mint jelly

Crusted Scallops with a Cilantro Mint Vinaigrette

Fresh scallops with crust fried bread crumbs and served with a cilantro mint vinaigrette

Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

Cilantro and avocados add a unique South of the Border twist to classic shrimp cocktail

Tortellini Skewers

Multicolored tortellini skewered and served with a marinara dipping sauce

Smoked Salmon Blini

Tiny pancakes topped with a thin slice of smoked salmon, crème fraiche, garnished with red onion and capers

Ponzu Shrimp

Crispy golden tiger prawn skewered and served with a spicy ponzu sauce

Oyster Shooters

Served with lime juice, cocktail sauce, and horseradish

Seared Pepper Ahi

Served on a crisp wonton with a wasabi aioli

Beef Skewers

Glazed with sesame soy

Ginger Chicken Cakes

Served with cilantro lime mayonnaise

Chicken Skewers

Glazed with spicy Thai peanut

Chicken Sticks

Battered in coconut curry

Mini Dungeness Crab Cakes

Served with roasted red pepper aioli

Asparagus & Mozzarella Strudel

Fresh handmade, and toasted to perfection

Chive Pancakes

Served with sour cream & red onion confit

Wild Fontana Mushroom Strudel Polenta

Coconut Curry Shrimp and Snow Pea Sticks

Cucumber Cup

Served with smoked salmon mousse, lemon, and dill

Looking for something specific? We’re happy to customize a menu to suit your vision. We also provide event rentals, including tables, chairs, canopies, linens, china, and more. Payment is due in full at the time of delivery unless prior billing arrangements have been approved. Prices are subject to change without notice.

The Perfect Menu Awaits

Connect with our catering specialists and start designing your custom event experience today.

Phone

Office: 442-208-8032
Cell Phone: 442-489-2192

Email

info@optimumcatering.com

Corporate

2131 Palomar Airport Rd, Suite 232
Carlsbad, CA 92011

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