Social Catering
Daniel's catering packages are the perfect solution for your Raleigh-area event needs.
CateringDANIEL'S SOCIAL CATERING PACKAGES WILL FIT THE BILL!
SOCIAL CATERING MENUS
Daniel's offers a variety of options for social gatherings and cocktail parties. These menus include just about everything that is needed to host a successful party. Please feel free to email with questions or to secure a date on our calendar.
Planning a Rehearsal Dinner? Please call or email us to schedule an appointment to discuss your special event!
Please note, Social Catering menus below are not applicable for Weddings.
COCKTAIL MENU- $35 PER PERSON
This menu features a variety of finger-friendly foods and is the perfect solution for an event where guests are encouraged to mix and mingle, while still noshing on delicious hors d'oeuvres.
Sold as a package – no discount given for items not wanted.
INCLUDES THE SHRIMP COCKTAIL AND BAKED BRIE DISPLAY.
SHRIMP COCKTAIL DISPLAY
Large hand cleaned shrimp, cooked fresh, and presented on marble slabs at various heights. Accompanied by homemade cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.
BAKED BRIE DISPLAY
Large imported French Brie, hand wrapped in puff pastry, and baked to a golden brown. Served with raspberry sauce, grapes, freshly baked focaccia bread and crackers.
“IT’S A HOT MESS” DIP: (CHOOSE 1)
Your choice of one of our homemade creamy dip selections, served hot in chafing dish:
Spinach and Artichoke – our four cheese creamy dip with spinach and chopped artichoke hearts and accompanied by tortilla scoops.
Mexican Dip - ground beef, Mexican seasonings, jalapeños, tomatoes and queso cheese accompanied by tortilla scoops.
Creole Crab Dip($2 per person supplement) – lump crab meat, cream cheese, Creole seasonings and a touch of horseradish, topped with diced tri-colored peppers. Accompanied with tortilla scoops.
Sherry Almond Crab Dip ($2 per person supplement) – lump crab meat with cream cheese, a splash of sherry and topped with toasted almonds accompanied with scoops
Corn, Bacon and Poblano – roasted corn, smokey bacon, not too spicy chilies, all held together with a cream cheese base, topped with diced tomatoes and cilantro and accompanied with sweet potato chips and tortilla scoops.
CHOICE OF STUFFED MUSHROOMS OR CHICKEN SKEWERS: (CHOOSE 1)
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Spinach, Bacon and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
Orange Ginger Chicken Skewers with Orange Chili sauce
Thai Curry Chicken Skewers with Peanut sauce
Jerk Chicken with Lime Crema
Balsamic Glazed Chicken with Bleu Cheese Walnut Sauce on the side
Rosemary Mustard Glazed Chicken Skewers with extra Rosemary Mustard sauce
Lemon Herb Chicken skewers with a Creamy Caper Dill Sauce on the side
MINI MEATBALLS IN MARINARA SAUCE OR SWEET N SOUR SAUCE
Made from in house ground beef and served hot in chafing dish.
CHOICE OF CROSTINI: (CHOOSE 2)
Goat Cheese with black olive tapenade
Goat Cheese drizzled with truffled honey
White Bean puree topped with sage
Sun-dried tomato and Chickpea Puree
Feta Cheese with chopped artichoke hearts, olives, and dill
Lemon Ricotta with Asparagus
Sweet Red Bell Pepper Peperonata with raisons and almonds
Tomato, Basil and Fresh Mozzarella
Wilted Spinach and Mushrooms, topped with Parmesan shavings
CHOICE OF PLATTERED ITEM: (CHOOSE 1)
Grilled vegetables with extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil
Roasted asparagus and onions, drizzled with white truffle oil
Antipasta Platter ($2 per person supplement) – sliced salami, caprese skewers, marinated feta cheese, marinated vegetables, and fennel and orange marinated olives
Hummus with cucumbers, carrots and celery, pita chips, and olives
Blackened Chicken Salad with homemade toast points
Tomato and Mozzarella Platter with basil and extra virgin olive oil
DESSERTS: (INCLUDED)
Brownettes and Mini Cannolies
$35 per person, 30 person minimum, billed in increments of 5
Server to stay with event with less than 45 people $75
Additional servers $150
A 15% Service Charge will be applied to all Social Catering Menus
Includes:
Disposable plastic clear plates, utensils and napkins
Decorative props and linens
All serving equipment needed
Set up and breakdown to local area
Delivery to LOCAL area - further destinations will incur a fee
A server to stay with event to restock and maintain buffet areas with events of 50 guests and up.
TRADITIONAL BUFFET $25 PER PERSON
This menu will allow every guest to enjoy a complete meal of salad, main course, side items and dessert. Your guests will appreciate your good judgement in "preparing" this buffet.
Sold as a package – no discount given for items not wanted.
SALADS (CHOOSE ONE)
Garden Salad
Fresh mixed greens with garden fresh vegetables
Choice of two dressings; Italian Vinaigrette, Creamy Italian, Bleu Cheese, Ranch, Thousand Island, and Honey Mustard
-OR-
Caesar Salad
Fresh romaine with our homemade dressing and croutons
SIDE ITEM CHOICE (CHOOSE ONE)
Grilled vegetables with extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil
Roasted asparagus and onions, drizzled with white truffle oil
Tomato and Mozzarella Platter with basil and extra virgin olive oil
Antipasta Platter ($2 per person supplement) – sliced salami, caprese skewers, marinated feta cheese, marinated vegetables, and fennel and orange marinated olives
FIRST ENTRÉE CHOICE:
Penne alla Casa
Penne alla Vodka
(add chicken or pancetta for $1 per person)
Baked Ziti
SECOND ENTRÉE CHOICE:
Mushroom Ravioli
Lobster Ravioli
Chicken Marsala or Piccata
Chicken or Eggplant Parmesan
Lasagna
(both choices from this section add $1 pp)
INCLUDED:
Focaccia Bread
Brownettes – 1 per person
$25 per person, minimum 30 people, billed in increments of 5
Server stay with parties of 50 and up (no discount given if server does not stay)
A 15% service charge will applied to all Social Catering Menus.
Additional $75 for 1 server to stay with parties of 45 and less, $150 for each additional Server
Price includes up to 4 hours of service, not including Set-up, and Break-down.
APPETIZER & DINNER MENU A $30
This menu offers the best of both worlds: a comprehensive offering of dinner and hors d'oeuvres. Your guests will have the opportunity to socialize over appetizers before indulging in a dinner buffet that features a salad, a choice of 2 entrees, a side item, and dessert. Sold as a package – no discount given for items not wanted.
HORS D’OEUVRES INCLUDED:
Shrimp Cocktail Display
Baked Brie
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
(substitute Crab dip for $2 per person supplement)
SALADS (CHOOSE ONE)
Garden Salad
Fresh mixed greens with garden fresh vegetables
Choice of two dressings; Italian Vinaigrette, Creamy Italian, Bleu Cheese, Ranch, Thousand Island, and Honey Mustard
Caesar Salad
Fresh romaine with our homemade dressing and croutons
Spinach Salad
Spinach with sliced mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, red onion, croutons, bleu cheese crumbles on side
Honey Mustard and Balsamic Vinaigrette on Side
Tossed Italian Salad
fresh greens with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, sliced salami, banana peppers, red onion, black olives and parmesan cheese.Balsamic Vinaigrette and Italian Vinaigrette on the side
SIDE ITEM CHOICE (CHOOSE ONE)
Grilled vegetables with extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil
Roasted asparagus and onions, drizzled with white truffle oil
Tomato and Mozzarella Platter with basil and extra virgin olive oil
Antipasta Platter ($2 per person supplement) – sliced salami, caprese skewers, marinated feta cheese, marinated vegetables, and fennel and orange marinated olives
FIRST ENTRÉE CHOICE:
Penne alla Casa
Penne alla Vodka
(add chicken or pancetta for $1 per person)
Baked Ziti
SECOND ENTRÉE CHOICE:
Mushroom Ravioli
Lobster Ravioli
Chicken Marsala or Piccata
Chicken or Eggplant Parmesan
Lasagna
Cheese Tortellini in Alfredo, Pink, Marinara or Meat Sauce
Italian Sausage with Peppers and Onions in Marinara tossed with Penne, topped with Cheese and Baked
(both choices from this section add $1 pp)
ALSO INCLUDED:
Focaccia Bread
Freshly homemade Focaccia Bread baked with olive oil, garlic, onions, herbs and parmesan cheese.
Brownettes
Miniature versions of our Decadent Brownies - chocolate chip-studded brownie, frosted with chocolate buttercream, dipped in chocolate ganache and drizzled with white chocolate.
Cannolies
$30 per person, minimum of 30 people, billed in increments of 5.
Server stays with parties of 50 and more (no discount given if server does not stay)
A 15% service charge will be applied to all Social Catering Menus.
Additional $75 for 1 server to stay with parties of 45 and less, $150 for each additional Server.
Price includes up to 4 hours of service, not including Set-up, and Break-down.
Beverage Service:
$2.50 per person- An assorted selection of Coke, Diet Coke, and Sprite (canned), sweet iced tea, and bottled water. Package for 20 people includes 20 Bottled Water, 13 Canned Soda, and 1 Gallon of Sweet Tea.
Service Charge: A 15% Service Charge will be applied to all Social Catering Menus.