Catering Chronicles – Food for Thought

No need for a campfire to enjoy this holiday. Here is our take on the ever-popular camping treat… a S’more on a stick. Graham Crackers filled with Marshmallow Cream and dipped in Chocolate. Still a childhood favorite. ENJOY!

It’s National Doughnut Day!! Established in 1938 by the Chicago Salvation Army to raise much-needed funds during the Great Depression, and to honor the Salvation Army “Lassies” of WWI, it is observed on the first Friday in June.

Although we don’t make doughnuts, we make a pretty mean beignet. Sprinkled with sugar and a lovely dipping sauce… DIVINE!

So, if I have you craving doughnuts now, head on over to Krispy Kreme for your free doughnut. That’s right, in celebration of this national holiday that is near and dear to their heart, they are giving away free doughnuts all day in any flavor. Enjoy!

It’s not too late to add a few sweet treats to your Easter celebration. Here are a few of this year’s favorites: cute little Chicky Lollicakes, Mini Easter Egg Cakes, Coconut Nest Cupcakes, Spring Posy Cupcakes, Lamb and Bunny Mini Egg Cakes, and Easter Sugar Cookies. These sweet little gems are not only super cute, they are very YUMMY!

The most delicious greeting you will ever give or receive. These personal little treats convey the sweetest sentiments. Whether a birthday, a new baby, or Administrative Professionals Week… hint hint {April 24-30}, these greeting card sized cakes are sure to bring a smile to someone special’s face.

Well it appears that there is still a love affair with Dessert Tables. However, the consensus is they are changing. Here are a few of my favorites from the past year. Each one different, embracing the clients style, taste, and personality.

Rustic and vintage, yet surprisingly chic. This sweet table was set at a ranch where burlap, old cupcake tins, and heirloom pieces were used. Sweets included: cheesecake bites, French macarons, chocolate lollicakes, blueberries, Bavarian filled cupcakes, and a sweet vintage cake for the bride and groom to cut.

Set in the most glamorous and grand Vibiana, this dessert table was for a family whose Italian heritage ran deep.  Set on a table with rich linens and adorned with iron pieces, traditional family favorites were served. These included; mini tiramisu shooters, cappuccino cream puffs, chocolate dipped strawberries, snowball cookies, mini cannoli, and biscotti prepared with Grandma’s recipe.

Let the Fiesta begin. This table set at Serra Plaza, on antique boxes and a vintage harvest table from Found, has so much color and personality. The use of red glass and iron spoons added to the old world feel. Traditional Latin favorites were served in smaller sizes. These included; fruit empanadas with a Grand Marnier Cream sauce, tres leches, creme caramel, decadent gourmet brownies, chocolate dipped and pistachio covered strawberries, and Mexican wedding cookies.

A soft and sweet vintage Dessert Table set at Bella Collina. All white linens and risers were used to display family heirlooms. The mini treats were all iced and dipped in white or old rose to keep with the vintage theme. The sweets included; Bavarian filled vanilla cupcakes dusted with coconut and topped with vintage roses, cheesecake bites, and lollicakes. A tall stacked cake was presented for the bride and groom to cut.