EVENT AND PARTY CATERING
The best event and party catering service in the Bay area.
Eisenhauers Event and Party Catering is looking forward to partnering with you to create one-of-a-kind soirées that will delight your guests. Whether a small family function or a large corporate event, every occasion is given our personal touch.
GETTING STARTED HOSTING AN EVENT OR PARTY
The easiest way to get started is to Contact a Coordinator and begin an inquiry.
A Coordinator will help you with all aspects of planning: menu choices, thematic design and décor, rentals, entertainment and more.
To get an idea of culinary options for your event, including the different cuisines we offer, please take a moment to peruse our menus below.
Our Inspiration Board illustrates how some of our dishes are presented and provides an inside look at several of our signature events. It is frequently updated so please check back often for new ideas!
We look forward to working with you. Eisenhauer’s Catering and Events is determined to make every client occasion a success. (Take a moment to browse through our other specialty services, Business Catering and Weddings.)
HORS D’OEUVRES
HORS D’OEUVRES
VEGETARIAN/VEGAN OPTIONS
Mushroom Croustades
Toasted bread cups, sautéed mushrooms, cream, shallots, lemon juice, parsley, chives, and shredded parmesan cheese VEGETARIAN
Beetroot & Walnut Mini Tatin with Goat Cheese
Crispy puff pastry toasted walnuts, shallots, butter, balsamic vinegar, thyme, beets, and goat cheese VEGETARIAN
Pesto & Pine Nut Stuffed Mushrooms
Mushrooms, basil, garlic, pine nuts, breadcrumbs and olive oil VEGETARIAN/GF
Zucchini Fritters
Red onion, garlic, zucchini, chickpea flour, egg, oregano, baking powder, olive oil, and seasoning, tzatziki sauce & lemon wedges VEGETARIAN/GF
Cucumber, Red Pepper Hummus & Tomatoes, with Balsamic Reduction –
English cucumber, red pepper hummus, cherry tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, sugar, basil VEGETARIAN/GF
Eggplant Pizza Rounds
Japanese eggplant, panko, rice flour, egg, olive oil, seasoning, tomato passata, oregano, garlic, mozzarella, basil VEGETARIAN/GF
Spanakopita Triangles –
spinach, phyllo dough, egg, feta cheese, dill, onion, garlic, butter, olive oil VEGETARIAN
Potato & Pea Samosa
flour, oil, diced potatoes, peas, minced jalapeno pepper, onion, spices – For Dipping – Mint Cilantro Sauce, Mango/Tamarin Chutney, & Spicy Jalapeno Coriander Sauce – VEGAN
Grilled Polenta Crouton Bites
Grilled polenta, tri-colored peppers, eggplant, olives, squash, zucchini, red pepper coulis VEGAN/GF
Grilled Mini Peppers
Lentils, quinoa, onions, olive oil, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, garlic, vegetable broth, tomatoes, nutritional yeast, peppers, chopped herbs VEGAN/GF mozzarella cheese optional
BEEF/LAMB/PORK/GF OPTIONS
Flat Iron Steak on Crostini with Caramelized Onions
Grilled steak, soy sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, basil, Point Reyes blue cheese, crostini, caramelized onions, mustard aioli
Sweet Chili Meatballs with Snow Pea –
Pork, sweet Italian sausage, ginger, shallots, water chestnuts, soy sauce, cilantro, snow pea, Asian sweet sauce GF
Grilled Beef Rolls with Scallion Soy Dipping Sauce
Beef tenderloin, soy sauce, brown sugar, scallions, bell pepper, and matchstick carrots GF
Teriyaki Beef Pick
Grilled marinaded steak, garlic, soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, sesame seeds, sliced green onion, cilantro GF
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Sausage, scallions, garlic, panko crumbs, mascarpone, parmesan cheese, parsley GF
Bacon Wrapped Chicken Lollipops
Chicken morsel, sweet rub, jalapeno pepper, bacon, pineapple BBQ Sauce
Moroccan Meatballs
Ground lamb, shallots, garlic, herbs, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, seasoning, GF breadcrumbs Pomegranate Glaze – shallots, pomegranate juice, honey, balsamic vinegar, allspice Garnish – fresh herbs, pomegranate seeds
SEAFOOD/GF OPTIONS
Ahi Poke Petit Wonton Cup
sushi grade Ahi Tuna, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, green onions, sesame seeds, sushi rice, greens, wonton
Coconut Shrimp
shrimp, flour, panko, egg, shredded coconut, vegetable oil
Lobster-Potato Petit Four
Yukon gold potato, peanut oil, pesto, lobster meat, mayonnaise, avocado cream GF
Scallop on Potato Petit
Olive oil, garlic, shallots, leeks, seasoning, peas, chicken stock, mint, sea scallop, toasted brioche round
Shrimp Won Ton Wrap w Chili Dip
Jumbo shrimp, spring roll wrap, seasoning, flour, canola oil, sweet chili sauce
Shrimp Ceviche
Shrimp, red onion, jalapeno pepper, cucumber, Roma tomatoes, cilantro, avocado, lime, lemon, and orange juice, crisp sweet potato chip GF
Caviar Blini
Buckwheat, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, buttermilk, butter, egg, vegetable oil, crème fraiche, caviar Garnishes – minced shallots, chives, chopped hard-boiled egg
Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
Sea scallop, bacon, maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic powder, seasoning, parsley
CHICKEN/GF OPTIONS
Thai Chicken-Filled Endive
Endive, ground chicken, garlic, ginger, soy, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime zest, lime juice, cilantro, mint, shredded carrots, chopped peanuts GF
Chicken Mushroom & Red Pepper Crepe
Roasted chicken, cremini mushrooms, mild green chili, red pepper, diced tomatoes, onion, cream, paprika, rosemary, lemon, butter, oregano, parmesan cheese, chives
Seared Polenta Rounds with BBQ Chicken & Avocado Sauce
Cornmeal, sharp cheddar cheese, hot sauce, chili powder, avocado sauce GF
Spicy Chicken Flauta with Avocado Cream & Queso Fresco Crumbles
Shredded roasted chicken, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, red onion, garlic seasoning, salsa Roja, flour tortilla, avocado cream, and queso fresco crumbles
Chicken Satay Pick
Grilled chicken thigh meat, Indonesian spices, peanut oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger Satay Sauce – peanut butter, coconut milk, honey, lemon juice, and soy sauce GF
Chicken Veronique on Cheese Dream Crostini
Chopped chicken, grapes, celery, slaw dressing, mayonnaise, French bread, sharp cheddar cheese, butter, and olive oil
SALADS
SALAD OPTIONS
Roasted Butternut Squash and Honey Goat Cheese
oven roasted cubed butternut squash, finely sliced button mushrooms and red onion, honey goat cheese, sliced almonds on bed of chopped romaine lettuce served with blush wine vinaigrette
Traditional Caesar
romaine lettuce with fresh grated parmesan cheese and house made croutons served with classic Caesar dressing with option of anchovies
Caprese with Oven Roasted Portobello Mushroom
alternating slice(s) of oven roasted balsamic vinegar/olive oil portobello mushroom, tomato, and Mozzarella cheese with thin strips of basil and drizzled with olive oil, kosher salt, ground black pepper and glaze of balsamic vinegar and maple syrup
Big Italian
mixed greens with chopped romaine, red bell pepper, cucumbers, carrot ribbons, grape tomatoes, black olives and crumbled Feta cheese served with house made dressing of parsley, basil, oregano, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, seasoning, and honey
Roasted Bosc Pear with Goat Cheese, and Pistachios
chopped romaine and frisee mix with goat cheese and pistachios tossed in a balsamic dressing topped with oven-roasted Bosc pears and drizzled with a balsamic vinegar reduction sauce and honey
Spinach with Berries and Curry Dressing
baby spinach, sliced strawberries, blueberries, thinly sliced red onion, chopped pecans and honey goat cheese, in a light curry dressing of balsamic vinegar, curry powder, onion, brown sugar, garlic and seasoning
ENTRÉES
VEGETARIAN ENTRÉE
Ricotta/Feta and Spinach Stuffed Pasta
shell pasta, filled with spinach, ricotta and feta cheese, garlic, basil, Italian seasoning and baked in marinara sauce with a parmesan garnish
Vegetable Torte
roasted zucchini, sauteed red onion, tomatoes, basil, and Italian seasoning, baked spring form style with eggs, cream, milk, mozzarella and parmesan cheese presented as a custard vegetable wedge
Stuffed Portobello Mushroom with Crispy Goat Cheese
large baked portobello mushroom filled with baby spinach, sauteed shallots, and marinara sauce, finished with garlic seasoned breadcrumbs and goat cheese (a vegan cheese can be substituted upon request)
Vegetarian Layered Polenta with Roasted Tomato/Red Pepper Sauce
baked polenta, layered with sauteed eggplant, zucchini, summer squash, sliced mushrooms, garlic, spinach, basil, and sauce of tomatoes, bell peppers, olive oil, and Italian seasoning, shredded mozzarella cheese and served with a red pepper coulis and Italian parsley (a vegan cheese can be substituted upon request)
Aubergine Tagine with Couscous, Lemon and Yogurt
aubergines, plum tomatoes, chickpeas, vegetable stock, chopped apricots and raisins, sweet potatoes, and parsnips stewed with red onion, garlic, celery, cumin, turmeric, coriander and cinnamon, served on couscous with lemon juice, & lemon zest
Vegan
SEAFOOD ENTRÉE
Grilled/Baked Salmon
salmon filet marinated with olive oil, garlic, green onion, grilled and baked with lemon juice and dill
Petrale Sole with Spinach and Sea Scallop
sole filets, spinach leaves, and sea scallops rolled together, baked in clam juice and chicken broth served in a sauteed vinaigrette of tomatoes, tarragon, shallots and fresh lemon juice PRICE TBD
Salmon Coulibiac with Lemon Dill Sauce
seared salmon, on sauteed spinach, onions, & hard cooked eggs baked in puff pastry served with sauce of shallots, wine, cream, lemon juice and dill
Chilean Sea Bass on Sautéed Tomatoes Garlic and Spinach
pan seared sea bass with thyme, seasoning, butter and fresh lemon juice, served on bed of sauteed cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced garlic & fresh spinach, in butter, lemon zest, & lemon juice PRICE TBD
CHICKEN ENTRÉE
Lemon Caper Chicken
butter flied boneless chicken breasts sautéed simmered & baked with lemon, chicken stock, and capers then garnished with chopped parsley & Lemon wedges
Lemon Peel & Ginger Rubbed Chicken
chicken thighs rubbed with a ginger, lemon, honey and soy mixture, baked and served with pan drippings and sliced green onions & lemon wedge
Chicken Marsala
boneless chicken breast strips dredged in a flour mix of paprika, seasoning, garlic and onion powder, cayenne pepper oregano and thyme then pan fried in olive oil, butter, sliced mushrooms, Marsala wine, chicken stock, garnished with chopped chives
Monterey Chicken Roll with Champagne Sauce
butterflied chicken breast rolled up with spinach, onion, Swiss cheese, and breadcrumbs baked with champagne, cream and chicken stock
Teriyaki Chicken
chicken thighs or (choice of chicken cuts), brushed and basted with a prepared mix of soy sauce, cider vinegar, Mirin, Sake, garlic, ginger, sugar and cornstarch, then slowly baked
BEEF ENTRÉE
Sherry-Braised Boneless Short Ribs
seared short ribs, baked slowly in root vegetables, spices, and beef stock served with a reduction of simmered broth
Tenderloin of Beef
filet mignon medallions, reduction of red wine with balsamic vinegar, butter and chef’s seasoning, garnished with rosemary PRICE TBD
Santa Maria Style Roasted Tri Tip with Red Wine Sauce
tri tip beef, rub of garlic and onion powder, cayenne, oregano, rosemary and sage served with reduction of red wine, beef broth, garlic, thyme, Dijon mustard and seasoning
Roasted Sliced Prime Rib
prime rib with au jus, served with crème fraiche/horseradish sauce and toasted brioche rolls PRICE TBD
New York Strip Steak
pan fried steak marinated in soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, served in strips and garnished with stir fried garlic, tiny new potatoes, and cherry tomatoes.
COMPLIMENTS
SIDE COMPLIMENTS
Yukon Gold Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Yukon gold potatoes, roasted garlic, cream, butter, seasoning
Roasted Red Potatoes
Cut red potatoes with herbs, olive oil, & seasoning, oven roasted
Rice Pilaf
long grain rice, olive oil, yellow onion, seasoning, vegetable broth, garnished with slice green onion
Gourmet Mac & Cheese Bake
macaroni, olive oil, cream and seasoning, cheddar, Gruyere, fontina and blue cheeses, with panko breadcrumb mix of parmesan cheese and smoked paprika
Scallop Potato Cake
Layered thinly-sliced Yukon gold potatoes, garlic, thyme, cream, Gruyere and Parmesan cheese, presented cake style with a cream sauce
Oven-Roasted Vegetables
red bell pepper, yellow sweet onion, tomato wedge, portobello mushroom, zucchini, olive oil & garlic, balsamic vinegar, herbs, seasoning
Pasta in Basil Cream
Fettucine or pasta of choice, olive oil, garlic, tomatoes, white wine, cream, fresh basil, seasoning, and parmesan cheese
CATERING INQUIRY
Eisenhauer’s Catering and Events is eager to earn your business and is ready to assist you today.
Please inquire with Eisenhauer’s Catering and Events and contact a coordinator by submitting an email inquiry form or call Eisenhauer’s Catering and Events directly at
Eisenhauer’s Catering and Events coordinators are available
Monday through Friday,
9:00am to 5:00pm.
