Salvatore Ferragamo Event

All this week we are catering employee sales training sessions for Salvatore Ferragamo. 

 

We are learning so much by osmosis, by the end of the week the Spice Crew will be able to sell bikinis to Eskimos! 

 

We wish we were getting paid in shoes or purses - they are gorgeous!

Congratulations Adrián and Victor!

Congratulations Adrián and Victor!

Last weekend we catered their wedding at the fabulous Condesa Haus. It was a crazy, fun celebration with great music. We wish them all the best!

On the menu:

Para Picar – en las mesas y en el area bar

Nueces Mixtas y Botanas Japonese

Carne de Res Coreano en Won Ton

Carne de Res marinado en Salsa Teriyaki servido en nidos de Won Ton

Kebab de Pollo Hawaiano

Brochetas de pollo asado con piña servido con salsa de Cacahuate

Rollos Primavera Tailandeses

Rollos Primavera Frescos de Vegetales y Tofu frito servidos con Salsa Agridulce

Gougiéres de Queso Gruyére

Un Clásico de Francia, choux de queso grouyére calientes y pimienta cayena

Espárragos envueltos en Jamón Serrano

Espárragos horneados envueltos en Jamón Serrano y aderezados con Reducción de Vinagre Balsámico

Brochetas Caprese

Queso Fresco Mozzarella, Tomates Cherry marinados en Vinagre Balsámico y Albahaca Fresca en Brochetas

Spanikopita

Pequeños pays de espinaca con queso en hojaldre acompañados con aderezo de yogurt con pepino

Tartitas de Cebolla Caramelizada y Queso de Cabra

Pequeñas Tartas rellenas de Cebolla Caramelizada en Vinagre Balsámico son Salvia Fresca y Queso de Cabra

Conference Lunch Delivery for the Mexican Aduana

All last week we delivered box lunches for the Mexican Aduana (Customs Department). It was a conference on everyday items that can be turned in to weapons. Did you know that you can make a bomb from toothpaste? We didn't either. Yikes.

The complete four day menu:

Monday

Quiche Lorraine or Spinach & Mushroom Quiche
Mixed Leaf Salad with Apple and Walnuts
Hummus Dip with Pita Bread Chips
Mini Brownie

Tuesday

Salami and Gruyere Baguette or Caprése Baguette
Greek Salad
Parmesan Cheese & Artichoke Dip with Crostini
Mini Cheese Cakes

Wednesday

Pasta Primavera or Pasta Carbonara
Farmers Garden Salad
Greek Yogurt Dip with Bread Sticks
Mini Marble Cake

Thursday

Chicken and corn wraps or Antipasto Roll Up
Arugula and Cherry Tomato Salad
Roasted Red Pepper Dip with Focaccia Bread
Chocolate Chip Cookies

Congratulations Diana & Jesús!

Congratulations Diana & Jesús!

Last weekend we catered their wedding - such a fun and interesting couple. We wish them all the best!

On the menu:

Passed Appetizers

Figs wrapped in Prosciutto with Balsamic Vinegar Drizzle

Grilled Chicken Breast on A Rosemary Skewer
with Roasted Tomato and Garlic Sauce

Crostini with Three Colored Roasted Peppers and Kalamata Olives

Vegetarian Spring Rolls with Sweet-Chili Dipping Sauce


Soup Course

Wild Mushroom & Walnuts Velouté served with Thyme and Garlic Crouton

Salad Course

Hard Boiled Egg & Watercress Salad with Pomegranates and Crispy Pancetta


Sorbet Palate Cleanser

Tart Lemon


Entrée

Grilled Garlic Shrimp with Lemon Zest

Couscous with Sundried Tomatoes and Peperoncino Flakes

Roasted Balsamic Vegetables with Fresh Herbs

Assorted Breads & Focaccia with Whipped Butter


Wedding Cake!
Coffee and Tea Service

Personal Chef Menu for the Week of September 3rd

The Spice Personal Chef menu for this week's delivery:

Grilled Sausages with Sauerkraut & Mustard
German Potato Salad

Indian Yogurt Chicken over Rice

Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges with Spicy Tandoori Crust

Vegetarian Three-Bean Chili, topped with Scallions and Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Garlic Pesto Bread

Smoked Potato, Roasted Corn & Bacon Chowder

 Garden Basket Salad with Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette

 

Yesterday at McCormick Spices' headquarters in Estado de México, we catered a luncheon for executives visiting from the U.S. 

Since we used their test kitchen, we wore lab coats, face masks and white hair nets. The Spice Crew has never looked more sexxxy!
On the menu:

Mole Amarillo with Rice

Cochinita Pibíl
Jicama and Orange Salad with Mint, Lime, Cumin & Honey
Tostones - Fried Plantains with Rock Salt
Pico de Gallo, Salsa de Habanero y Guacamole
Tres Leches Cake

Personal Chef Menu for the week of August 27th

Here what's on the Spice Personal Chef Menu this week:

Roasted Tomato Basil Bisque
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

Classic Beef Stroganoff over Spiral Noodles

Marinated Cucumber & Tomato Salad

Spinach & Cheese Raviolis with Marinara
Herbed Garlic Cheese Bread

Teriyaki Beef with Broccoli, served over Rice
Vegetarian Spring Rolls with Sweet-Chili Dipping Sauce

Congratulations Dr. Jackson!

We catered a cocktail celebration for a professor from Alliant University who was inducted into the Academy of History and Geography. Congratulations, Dr. Jackson!

On the menu:
Mediterranean Gougeres
Hot Cocktail Puffs with Feta Cheese and Sundried Tomatoes

Mini Chipotle Meatballs
Pork & Beef Meatballs in a Sweet/Hot Chipotle Glaze, served in an Asian Spoon

Spanikopita
Spinach and Feta Cheese Baked in Phyllo Pastry
served with Taziki - Cucumber Yogurt Dipping Sauce

Gai Satay
Coconut Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Dipping Sauce

Thai Summer Rolls
Marinated Vegetables, Sesame Glass Noodles, Wrapped in Rice Paper and Served with a Ginger Soy Dipping Sauce

Caprese Skewers
Fresh Mozzarella, Balsamic-Marinated Grape Tomato and Fresh Basil

Assorted Crostini
Toasted Walnuts, Arugula Leaf and Gorgonzola Cheese
Black Olive Tapenade and Orange Zest
Roasted Red Pepper with Chevre Cheese

Mediterranean Appetizer Display

"It Gets Better Project" Cocktail Party

Last Thursday we catered a cocktail party for the "It Gets Better Project", helping LGBT youth get through their teenage years and go on to thrive. What a great party, fun guests and a worthy cause.
http://www.itgetsbetter.org/

On The Menu:

Baked Sharp Cheddar Cheese Olives
Classic Gruyère Gougères
Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs
Mini Chipotle Albóndigas
Italian Basil Pinwheels
Gazpacho Shots
Thai Salad Rolls
Double Chocolate Mousse with White Chocolate Coconut Shavings

Memorial Service for Armando Montano

Tonight we catered the memorial service for Armando Montano, the 22 year old Associated Press intern who died over the weekend. Our heart and prayers are with his wonderful parents. Deepest condolences to them from the entire Spice crew.

Girlfriends Dinner Party

Saturday we catered a dinner party; a Finnish girls' night-in!

On the menu:
Endive Leaves filled with Gorgonzola Cheese, Toasted Nuts and Balsamic Drizzle

Bruschetta with Warm Mixed Olive Tapenade with Orange Essence

Greek Salad - Romaine Lettuce, Red Onion, Feta Cheese, Kalamata Olives in Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette

Grilled Garlic Shrimp served over Herbed Couscous

Roasted Balsamic Vegetables with Herbs

Assorted Breads & Focaccia with Whipped Butter

Rich Double Chocolate Torte, Served with Crème Anglaise and Fresh Berries

Associated Press Dinner Party

 Last week we catered a dinner party for the Associated Press. The grilled salmon was divine! On the menu:

Salad Course
Pacific NW Salad
Organic Greens, Toasted Nuts, Crisp Apple, Dried Cranberries, Chevre Cheese with a Raspberry Vinaigrette

Main Course
Grilled Salmon in White Wine & Caper Sauce
Wild Rice Pilaf
Roasted Asparagus with balsamic reduction and parmesan shavings
Assorted Artisianal Breads and Focassia with Whipped Butter

Dessert
Tart Individual Lemon Panna Cotta with Fresh Berry Coulis

Personal Chef Menu for the Week of June 25th

Our Personal Chef Menu for this week's delivery:

Keftedes - Greek Meatballs in Oregano Mint Tomato Sauce
Greek Salad - with Artichoke Hearts, Kalamata Olives, Feta, Red Onion, Grape Tomatoes and Pepperoncini

Pescado a la Veracruzana - Capers, Tomatoes and Black Olives
Garden Basket Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette

Country Split Pea Soup with Ham
Cheesy Garlic Herb Bread

Beef Stroganoff over Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Sautéed Zucchini with Toasted Almonds

Spanish Translations of Herbs, Spices and Flavorings

 

From our Culinary Spice article in The News newspaper - here is a list of the commonly used spices, herbs and flavorings with their names in Spanish:

Allspice / Pimienta Gorda

Anise / Anís

Basil / Albahaca

Bay Leaves / Laurel

Black pepper / Pimienta Negra

Capers / Alcaparra

Caraway / Alcaravea

Chamomile / Manzanilla

Chervil / Cerafolio
Chives / Cebolleta
Cinnamon / Canela
Cardamom / Cardamomo
Cloves / Clavo
Comfrey / Confrey
Coriander / Cilantro
Cumin / Comino
Dill / Eneldo
Fennel / Hinojo
Garlic / Ajo
Ginger / Jengibre
Marjoram / Mejorano
Mustard / Mostaza
Nutmeg / Nuez Moscada
Onion / Cebolla
Oregano / Orégano
Paprika / Pimentón
Parsley / Perejil
Peppermint / Menta
Poppyseed / Adormidera
Rosemary / Romero
Saffron / Azafrán
Sage / Salvia
Savory / Saturega
Sesame Seed / Ajonjolí
Spearmint / Yerba Buena
Tarragon / Estragón
Thyme / Tomillo
Tumeric / Cúrcuma
Vanilla / Vanilla
Wintermint / Axocopaque

Baby Shower Luncheon

Yesterday we catered a baby shower at a beautiful home in Lomas.

On the menu:

Melon & Mango layered with Vanilla Yogurt, topped with Blackberries and Raspberries

Spinach Salad with Arugula, Pear, Shaved Parmesan with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

Classic Quiche Lorraine

Spinach, Portobello & Roasted Red Pepper Quiche

Herbed Bread with Hummous and Kalamata Olive Tapenade

Personal Chef Menu for the Week of April 16th

Our personal chef menu for this week's delivery:

Country Beef Borscht, topped with Homemade Yogurt
Wheatberry Salad with Cranberries with Champagne Vinaigrette

Sesame Noodle Salad with Grilled Chicken Breast
Miso Soup with Tofu, Shiitake Mushrooms, Bamboo Shoots and Seaweed

Classic Swedish Meatballs
Roasted New Potatoes with Marjoram and Cracked Black Pepper

Pasta Rigatoni with Italian Sausage, Zucchini, Basil and Capers
Iceberg Lettuce Wedges with Blue Cheese Dressing, Chopped Tomatoes, Bacon Bits and Blue Cheese Crumbles

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Our personal chef menu for this week's delivery:

Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Gravy

Italian Sausage & Portobello Mushroom Lasagne
Garlic Herb Bread

Beef Teriyaki with Mixed Vegetables, served over Rice
Vegetarian Spring Rolls, with Sweet-Chili Dipping Sauce

Chicken Breasts stuffed with Ham, Sweet Onions and Kalamata Olives, with Red Wine Reduction
Corn on the Cob with Seasoned Butter

Personal Chef Menu for the Week of April 2nd

Here was our menu for this week's delivery:

Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Rice, served in a Tangy Tomato Sauce
Vegetable Couscous Salad with Mint, Honey and Lime Dressing

Pork Tenderloin with Maple Dijon Glaze
Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Southwestern Chicken and Cheese Enchiladas
Roasted Cumin Corn

Classic Beef Bourguignon - Chunks of Beef Slowly Simmered in a Rich Red Wine Sauce, with Mushrooms, Pearl Onions and Potatoes.
Green Garden Salad, with Blue Cheese Dressing

Spice Catering Video

A video of Juliet and Iza in the kitchen. Please join us on April 23rd at the JW Marriott for the Charity Coalition's Wine & Food Festival!

Spice Catering Video

Personal Chef Menu for the Week of March 26th

Here is the menu for this week's delivery:

Indian Yogurt Chicken, served with Cumin Rice
Roasted Beet and Carrot Salad with Maple & Honey

Classic Chicken Pot Pie
Arugula Salad with Sundried Tomatoes, Toasted Almonds, Balsamic Marinated Grape Tomatoes, and Herbed Chèvre Cheese

Camarones al Ajillo - Grilled Garlic Shrimp in Cognac Beurre Blanc Sauce, served over Angel Hair Pasta
Roasted Portobello, Asparagus and Sweet Peppers

Cheese Tortellini Salad with Broccoli, Carrots and Peppers in a Creamy Herb Dressing
Garlic Herb Cheese Bread

Personal Chef Menu for the Week of March 12th

Here is our menu for this week's delivery:

Polish Potato Peorgies with Sour Cream Sauce
Dill Cucumber Salad

Vegetarian Pad Thai
Hot & Sour Soup

Thai Beef Tenderloin Salad
Pork Fried Rice with Vegetables

Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Ham, Broccoli and Smoked Provalone
Green Garden Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Personal Chef Menu for the Week of March 5th

Here is our menu for this week's delivery:

Southwestern-style Chicken and Cheese Enchiladas
Fresh Green Garden Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Chicken and Vegetable Garlic Ginger Stirfry over Rice
Pickled Cucumber & Red Onion Salad

Three Cheese Ravioli with Marinara Sauce
Sautéed Garlic Green Beans

Vegetarian Chili topped with Cheese and Onions
Rosemary Focaccia Bread

Personal Chef Menu for the Week of February 27th

Personal Chef Menu for this week's delivery:

Chicken Breasts stuffed with Ricotta Cheese and Herbs in White Wine Cream Sauce
Rice Pilaf with Roasted Sweet Tomatoes

Tex-Mex Taco Salad - Organic Greens and Veggies, with Seasoned Beef Tenderloin or Grilled Chicken Breast and Cheese with Tortilla Chips and Roasted Red Pepper Creamy Dressing. With Creamy Roasted Red Pepper dressing.
Roasted Southwestern Corn with Green Chile

New England Clam Chowder
Herbed Garlic Cheesy Bread

Classic Beef Stroganoff served over egg noodles
Sauteed Balsamic Asparagus

Personal Chef Menu for the Week of February 20th

Grilled Barbequed Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Israeli Couscous Salad

Pasta with Mushroom Sherry Cream Sauce
Green Garden Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Cream of Carrot Soup
Herbed Garlic Bread

Grilled Szechuan Beef
Vegetable Fried Rice

Personal Chef Menu for the Week of February 13th

Here is our personal chef menu for the week:

Stuffed Manicotti - with Chicken Sausage and Provalone, served with Marinara sauce
Fresh Green Garden Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Smoked Corn Chowder
Garlic Herb Cheese Bread

Chicken Tex-Mex Enchiladas

Pot Roast with Vegetables
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Greek Spanikopita
French Onion Soup

Personal Chef Menu for the Week of February 6th

Here is our personal chef menu for this week's delivery:

Vegetarian Pad Thai
Tom Ka Gai - coconut lemon grass soup

Shepards Pie
Roasted Maple Carrots

Eggplant Parmesan
Wild Mushroom Risotto with Parmesan Curls

Shrimp & Chicken Basil Stir Fry over Jasmine Rice
Vegetarian Spring Rolls with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce

Cold Thai Beef Salad

Feta, Kalamata Olives and Tomato Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Twice Baked Potatoes with Aged Cheddar Cheese

Grilled Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Personal Chef Menu for the Week of January 30th

Here is our personal chef menu for this week's delivery:

Perogies - Polish potato and onion dumplings, served with Sour Cream
sauce for dipping
Fresh Spinach Salad with Feta, Dried Cranberries, Pecans and served
with strawberry vinaigrette on the side

Vegetarian Lasagne - roasted vegetables, mushrooms, spinach, swiss
chard, marinara & bechamel sauces and three cheeses
Garlic Herb Bread - can be made with cheese as well, if desired.

Classic Chicken Pot Pie - with chunks of tender chicken, peas, carrots
and potatoes in a rich sauce. Topped with flaky pastry and ready to be
popped in the oven.
Roasted Beets

Sweet & Sour Meat Balls - made with lean ground turkey in a rich
sweet-savory sauce
Roasted Asparagus

Personal Chef Menu for the Week of January 23rd

Here is our personal chef menu for this week's delivery:


Smoked Pork Chops with Dijon Honey Glaze
Maple Butter Sweet Potatoes

Chicken Cordon Bleu
Garlic Green Beans

Beef Tenderloin with Cabernet Sauce
Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Indian Tandoori Yogurt Chicken
Babganouj with Pita Bread