Bar Mitzvah - A Sophisticated Menu

Did you know we cater more than corporate events and weddings? Many of our clients hire us for their social events, including proms, baby showers, anniversaries and Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. A few weeks ago we had the pleasure of working with a family on a dazzling Mitzvah. Their tastes in food were very sophisticated and it allowed our chefs and staffs to shine. The event was produced by Dazzle Event Productions who ran a flawless event from beginning to end. It was held at Agoura Hill Recreation and Event Center that opened in 2015. The property boasts seating for 150 guests with expansive lawns for ceremonies and a large patio that's perfect for a cocktail hour. The indoor space has a modern urban feel, with windows that allow for a beautiful view of the San Fernando Valley.Our Event Producer Pam Aki worked closely with the family to create a menu that was suited to the palates of the adults and the kids. Catering this event was unique because it encompassed multiple forms of service, including tray passed, family style and food stations. The menu included an expansive range of dishes and several courses. Pam and our chefs created some very complex dishes that were a hit with everyone. You can see from the photos how beautiful they were. From the comments we heard from the guests everything tasted as good as it looked. The menu consisted of the following:Tray Passed Hors D;oeuvres:

• Oven Roasted Quesadilla Rolls with Smoked Chicken, Sharp Cheddar Cheese & Cilantro, served with Avocado Tomatillo Dip
• Asian Pot Stickers with Ginger Sweet and Sour Sauce
• Grilled Mini Lamb Chops served with Port Demi Glace
• Spicy Shrimp Pop on a Bamboo Pick, Stuffed Mini Cucumber Barrels with Creamy Havarti and Apricot Chutney.

Family Style Pre-Dinner Foods:

• Caprese Salad consisting of Heirloom, Beef Steak and Roma Tomatoes, Mozzarella and Fresh Basil, drizzled with Virgin Olive Oil, Aged Balsamic Vinegar, and Cracked Black Pepper
• Fresh Bruschetta on a Toasted Baguette
• Chicken Satay laced with Lemon Grass Butter Sauce
• Blini and Caviar

Plated salads consisted of Gourmet Greens with Romaine, with Mandarin Orange Segments, Sun Dried Cranberries and Caramelized Walnuts and served with Lemon Meyer Vinaigrette. Baskets of warm fresh baked Heb Rolls Focaccia and Butter were displayed on each table. Petite Dinner Plates Served Tableside:

• Portabello Stuffed Ravioli with sauteed Asparagus Tips served with Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce
• Grilled Filet of Salmon with Lemon-Miso Honey and Cilantro Sauce
• Broccolini with Smoked Paprika, Garlic and Almonds
• Boneless Braised Short Ribs with Black Peppercorn Demi-Glace, garnished with Match Stick Carrots, and served on a bed of Garlic Mashed Potaoes
• Vegan Entree of Hearty Vegetable Paella with Artichoke, Shitake Mushrooms, Japanese Eggplant, made with vegetable stock.

Children's Station

• Caesar Salad topped with Baked Focaccia Croutons, Shaved Parmesan and Creamy Caesar Dressing, serviced in a Chinese To Go Box
• Fresh Baked Pretzels with assorted dipping sauces, including Hot Salsa Cheese, Honey Mustard and Marinara

Presentation Platters of Mini Desserts

• Edna's Double Fudge Brownie Bites with Roasted Macadamia Nut
• Lemon Berry Jazz Bars
• Mocha Crunch Bars, Cheesecake Diamonds
• Almond Crusted Bread Pudding with salted Caramel Sauce, Fresh Whipped Cream, garnished with Toasted Almonds and Strawberries

Kid's Ice Cream Sundae Bar

• Vanilla and Strawberry Ice Cream with Chocolate and Strawberry sauces.
• Toppings included Oreo Cookie Crumble, Brownie Bits, Gummy Pieces, M&M's, Reese's Pieces, Banana Slices, Chopped Nuts, Maraschino Cherries and Fresh Whipped Cream

An event as special as this can only be carried out by a professional and creative team that works together for the best of the client. That's what we had on this event and we couldn't be more proud to share them with you:Venue: Agoura Hills Event Center | Event Planning: Dazzle Event Productions | Alcohol Catering: Sunseri's | Rentals: Town and Country | Lounge Furniture: Lounge Appeal | Dance Floor: Trejo Dance Floors | Floral Design: The Flower Girl | DJ: Feel The Vibe DJ | Photography: Steve Sherman & Associates | Videographer: Kruzhka Digistudio | Airbrush: Mr. HoodbrushWe hope you enjoyed the creativity that went into this menu, and we look forward to hearing from your for your next social event. Whether it's a Mitzvah, a shower, a birthday, or any other reason to celebrate, let us create your perfect menu. Mazel Tov!