To E3 And Beyond!

The Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) is one of the coolest events of the year!  E3 is the biggest video gaming expo in the business and takes place over multiple days in Downtown Los Angeles.  Not only do the big video game display, but other accessory companies show their products to the thousands of people who attend the Expo.

Naturally, we were so excited to be brought on by Ubisoft at the Orpheum Theater for multiple meals over multiple days.  As the crew setup leading to the big press conference, Chris Brugler Catering provided breakfast and lunch options for their crew, fully equipped with craft service snacks.  Morning consisted of Grilled Vegetable Scrambled Eggs or Challah King’s French Toast, while lunch would have the crew enjoy delights like Rigatoni with Turkey Sausage.

When the presentation day finally came, there were thousands of people lined up to hear all about the new products Ubisoft was unveiling.  Partnering with Barts Carts, we served popcorn to the attendees.  For the speakers, presenters, and talent, we provided delicious VIP meals.

This was one of the coolest events and we were so happy that Ubisoft was so happy with how everything turned out!

See you at the dinner table,

CBC Team

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SATURDAY BREAKFAST

Grilled Vegetable Scrambled Eggs | Aged Cheddar Cheese | Chives

Honey Yogurt

Assorted Bagels | Jams | Cream Cheese

Coffee | Tea | Orange Juice | Cranberry Juice

SATURDAY LUNCH

Kale Salad | Shaved Fennel | Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette | Rustic Croutons | Goat Cheese

Turkey & Pepper Jack Wrap | Corn | Black Beans | Greens | Chipotle Spread

Lime Scented Sugar Cookie Bites

SUNDAY BREAKFAST

Smoked Salmon | Tomato | Onion | Cucumber | Lemons

Fresh Yogurt

Assorted Bagels | Jams | Cream Cheese

Coffee | Tea | Orange Juice | Cranberry Juice

SUNDAY LUNCH

Butter Lettuce Salad | Cherry Tomato | Cucumber | Parmesan | Red Wine Vinaigrette

Rigatoni | Turkey Sausage | Olives | Rustic Basil Tomato Sauce

Double Fudge Cookie Bites

MONDAY BREAKFAST

Egg & Chorizo Tortilla Wraps | Tomatillo Salsa

Labor Day Delight

To us, a three-day weekend is always a reason to celebrate; Labor Day is no exception!  We were lucky enough to pair with the designers of Twofold LA to make this magical evening a reality.

With an intimate guest list, attendees were greeted by our amazing staff holding trays of Black Mission Figs with Blue Cheese and a drop of Clover Honey, along with Individual Crudités with Lemon Aioli. 

Photo: Jenn Pablo @TwofoldLA

After chatting and sipping cocktails, guests were led to a gorgeous tablescape designed by Twofold LA.  Guests enjoyed a family-style dinner with Fresh Market Curette Zucchini along with Seasonal Salads highlighting Summer Corn and Market Vegetables.  Our staff followed the starters with tableside French service Strozzapreti Pasta from Domenico’s and a plated Grilled Turkey Burger with a Greek Yogurt Sauce.  The decadent meal concluded with a White Grilled Nectarine & Pistachio Ice Cream Duet with Balsamic Reduction & Crème Fraiche.

See you at the dinner table,

CBC Team

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PASSED APPETIZERS

Black Mission Figs | Blue Cheese | Clover Honey Drops

Beef Meatballs

Individual Mixed Crudités | Lemon Aioli

FAMILY STYLE

Baby Arugula Salad | Shaved Corn | Toasted Pine Nuts | Cherry Tomato | Balsamic Vinaigrette

Sliced Yellow & Green/Curette | Olive Oil | Shaved Parmesan

Butter Lettuce Salad | Shaved Sweet Corn | Heirloom Tomato | Radish | Shallot Vinaigrette

PLATED

Grilled Turkey Burger | Greek Yogurt Sauce | Potato Bread

PASSED

Strozzapreti | Pesto | Sea Salt | Asiago

PLATED DESSERT

Pistachio Ice Cream | Charred Peaches | Lemon Juice | Sugar | Crushed Pistachio

FAMILY STYLE DESSERT

White Grilled Nectarine | Balsamic Reduction | Crème Fraiche

I am Moana

Tonight we all get to watch the Oscars and we can’t help but to think about one of our favorite kids movies from last year, Disney’s Moana.  We were so lucky to do two different events for the creators and cast when the hit movie premiered!

After the 400 person screening, which included Polynesian dance troop and a delicious dessert station, we were invited back to do a formal dinner for the cast at the Disney Lot by the movie’s heads Osnat Shurer and John Lasseter.  Attendees, including Dwayne Johnson and Moana herself, Auli’I Cravalho, were greeted by glasses filled with Lasseter Family Winery Chemin de Fer Red Wine & Cakebread Chardonnay, before heading into a screening of the movie.

After the film concluded, the real party began.  Passed appetizers kicked off our Polynesian theme meal.  Guests dined on Seared Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with Jalapeno Lime Cream and BBQ Scented Chicken served on a Plantain Chip topped with Mango Salsa.  Our Polynesian salads were followed by Black Cod Filet or Braised Short Ribs.  The sweet ending concluded with a tropical Dole Whip Cake with Coconut-Pineapple Ice Cream.

What a beautiful evening!  With a little Disney magic, a real life Princess, and wish upon a star, this was a night to remember.

See you at the dinner table,

CBC Team

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PASSED APPETIZERS

Seared Vegetable Pot Stickers | Creamy Soy-Ginger Drizzle

BBQ Scented Chicken | Plantain Chip | Mango Salsa

Seared Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes | Jalapeno Lime Cream

FIRST COURSE

Polynesian Iceberg-Little Cabbage Salad | Manga | Jicama | Cucumber | Red Onion | Sweet Bell Pepper | Pineapple Honey Dressing

ENTREES

Soya Honey Marinated Black Cod Filet | Snow Peas | Coconut Rice

Slow Braised Short Ribs | Roasted Butternut Squash | Yukon Gold Potatoes | Coconut-Curry Sauce

Spicy Honey-Garlic Roasted Cauliflower | Marinated Rice Noodles | Ohana Green Beans | Garlic

DESSERT

Dole Whip Cake | Condensed Sweet Cream Frosting | Coconut-Pineapple Ice Cream

The Force is Strong with These Ones

We love clients with a funny bone!  Don’t get us wrong, every event is spectacular, but a couple with a sense of humor is a dream for us.  Jen & Jeff were just that couple. 

Jen & Jeff love Star Wars.  And we don’t mean, “seen it a few times,” but rather they love Star Wars so much they wanted to make sure it was sprinkled throughout their entire wedding.  Set atop the beautiful loftSeven, guests were greeted by Storm Troopers ushering everyone to their seats.  Upon conclusion of the ceremony, guests marveled at cocktail napkins adorned with the Death Star, themed table names, and even Star Wars action figures playfully smiled upon the wedding cake.  This couple mixed the perfect amount of humor with class and elegance.

The menu itself reflected more of the foods the couple enjoyed.  After passed appetizers consisting of Roasted Chicken Club Spring Rolls dipped in a Chipotle Aioli and Mission Fig Challah Brie Melts with Caramelized Onion and fresh Basil, guests got a choice of either Grilled Sea Bass, Montreal Crusted Filet of Beef, or Moroccan Vegetable and Quinoa Tagine.  And of course, we had to end the night with a delicious red velvet wedding cake, fresh berries, and mint. 

We were so happy with how this wedding turned out, and even happier when we heard from the happy couple.  “As my husband and I looked around the room during dinner, people were eating, laughing, and there was so much happiness in the air. It felt like we were hosting a large dinner party for all of our family & friends! Good food really does bring people together.”

See you at the dinner table,

CBC Team

Photos by Caca Santoro @caca_santoro

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PASSED APPETIZERS

Mission Fig Challah Brie Melts | Caramelized Onion | Basil

Baby Artichoke & Red Pepper Crostini | Shaved Parmesan | Truffle Oil

Caribbean Jerk Chicken | Plantain Chip | Mango Relish

Roasted Chicken Club Spring Roll | Chipotle Aioli

FIRST COURSE

Baby Arugula | Cucumber | Creamy Burrata | Roasted Grapes | Brown Butter Balsamic

Assorted Bread | Butter

SECOND COURSE

Grilled Sea Bass | Crushed Almonds | Chili Lemon Dressing

Montreal Crusted Filet of Beef | Bordelaise Jus

Roasted Asparagus | Sea Salt | Yukon Gold Potato Puree

Moroccan Vegetable, Quinoa, & Raison Tagine (Veg)

DESSERT

Wedding Cake | Berries | Mint

COFFEE STATION

Decaf Coffee | Tea

Triple Threat

We’re always excited to be a part of somebody’s birthday, knowing that our services help contribute to the important day.  The balloons, cake, singing, and presents give us that joy as though we were 7 years old and finally getting that party we always dreamed of.  Now, imagine that feeling with three different birthday men/women.

Back in October, we were privileged enough to be part of a triple-birthday celebration.  With over 900 people in attendance, this was an event to remember.  Set outside in the beautiful Southern California air, guests wined and dined into the early hours of the morning.  Dancing, drinking and eating for hours, this was a party for the books!

See you at the dinner table,

CBC Team

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PASSED APPETIZERS

Brazilian BBQ Chicken | Plantain Chip | Crisp Mango Salsa

Spice Ahi Tuna Wonton Cup | Ginger | Jalapeno | Avocado Mousse | Wasabi Dust

Bite Size Lamb Chop | Mint Chimichurri Sauce

COCKTAIL FOOD STATION

Grilled Vegetable Dumpling | Citrus Glaze | Toasted Sesame Seeds

Toasted Israeli Couscous | Roasted Vegetables | Parsley | White Truffle Oik

Plantain Chips | Guacamole

PLATED SALAD COURSE

Butter Lettuce | Goat Cheese | Watermelon Radish | Pine Nuts | Avocado | Mandarin Orange | Miso Dressing

Assorted Bread | Honey Whipped Butter

FAMILY STYLE DINNER

Brazilian Style Garlic-Cilantro Filet of Beet | Charred Cherry Tomatoes | Onions | Carrot Puree

South American Cedar Plank Salmon | Chimichurri | Fresh Mango

Cilantro-Line Coconut Rice

Brazilian Vegetable Feijoada | Dark Bourbon | Sweet Potatoes | Leeks | Red & Yellow Peppers | Tomatoes | Black Beans | Fresh Cilantro

Roasted Shredded Brussels Sprouts | Spring Onion | Cranberry Brown Butter

Carrot Puree

 DESSERT BITES STATION

S’more Bites | Homemade Graham Cracker Crust | Clover Honey | Micro Mint

Double Chocolate Flourless Cake | Orange Segments | Pistachio Dust

CAKE

Sweet Lady Jane While Raspberry Cake

COFFEE STATION

Regular Coffee | Decaf Coffee

Bailey’s Irish Cream | Frangelico Liqueur | Kahlua Liqueur

Fresh Whipped Cream