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PALM SPRINGS CATERER

At Westwood Catering we work hard to make your event unforgettable with fresh, sumptuous food and impeccable service. Whether it be an intimate Gathering of Friends or a Grand Gala we cater every event with a personal touch and meticulous attention to detail. Our events are stylish and hip with a gracious manner.

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Hors D’ oeuvres

STARTERS & Salads

Entrees

sweet endings

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Hors D’ oeuvres Menu

Ultimate Comfort

Braised Shortribs in a Spoon with Gorgonzola Crumble

Mini Southern Cheddar Biscuits with Caramelized Bacon Jam

Warm Brie in a Fillo Cup with Truffle Honey

Slider Stacks with Arugula, Sharp Cheddar and Dijonaise

Crispy Truffled Parmesan Fries

Fontina Mini Grilled Cheese

From the Sea

Crispy Lump Crabcake with Mango Salsa

Blackened Pacific Salmon Remoulade

Marinated Jumbo Prawn with EVOO, Capers and Dijon

Seared Ahi on a Crispy Wonton with Sriracha Aioli

Creamy Lobster MAC

Southwest Border Crossing

Mango, Red Onion and Brie Quesadilla

Crispy Chicken or Barbacoa Empanadas; Crema Centroamerica

Mini Ahi Tacos; Salsa Verde Molcajete &Cotija Crumble

Sticks

Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil Pesto and Balsamic Glaze

Curry Coconut Chicken Sticks

Lamb Kefta with Cucumber Sambal

Prosciutto Wrapped Prawn with Mango Coulis

Traditional Favorites

Bacon Wrapped Coachella Dates

Boursin Stuffed Potatoes

Wild Mushroom Frittatine with Warm Brie and Basil Pesto

Blackened Beef Tenderloin with Bearnaise

Pastry Puffs with Artichoke Hearts and Gorgonzola

Curry Chicken Salad in Cheddar Gougere

Starters & Salads Menu

Jumbo Prawns

with Cajun Remoulade presented on Upland Cress

Parmesan Crusted Sea Scallops

on Crispy Polenta with Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce

Petite Lump Crab Cakes

served on a Bed of Field Greens garnished Mango Salsa

Chopped Romaine and Arugula

with Rustic Bleu Cheese, Praline Pecans and Grilled Port Pears tossed in a Champagne Vinaigrette

Classic Seafood Louis

Romaine topped with Chilled Gulf Shrimp, Lump Crabmeat, Asparagus, Sliced Egg and Hearts of Palm finished with Traditional Sauce Louis

Spring Romaine Salad

with Orange Segments, Fresh Berries and Almonds tossed in a Blackberry Vinaigrette

California Chopped Salad

with Edamame, Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Crumbled Feta and White Balsamic Vinaigrette

Classic Caesar Salad

with Parmesan Tuille Crisp, Crostini and Baby Golden Tomatoes

Southwestern Salad

with Grilled Corn, Crispy Tortilla Strips, Avocado and Creamy Poblano Dressing

Entrees Menu

Grilled Filet Mignon

Garlic and Cracked Pepper Crust, Caramelized Onion, Shitake Mushroom and Merlot Demi Glaze

Baseball Cut Sirloin Steak

Horseradish Cream and Whisky Pommery Bordelaise

Braised Short Ribs of Beef

Root Vegetable Mire Poix and Pinot Noir Pan Gravy

Lobster Ravioli

Saffron Cream Sauce, English Peas, Shaved Grana Padano and Basil Chiffonade

Pesto Glazed Fresh Salmon Fillet

Grilled Boneless Chicken Breast stuffed with Prosciutto and Fontina Cheese

Grilled Mahi Mahi

Chipotle Lime Rouille, Crema Mexicana and Cotija Crumble

Grilled Halibut Fillet

Braised Baby Bok Choy and Toasted Sesame Sauce

Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Caramelized Onions, Golden Raisins

Colorado Rack of Lamb

Blackberry Bordelaise, Fresh Rosemary and Balsamic Glazed Mushrooms

Pan Roasted Semi Boneless Chicken Breast

Baby Onions, Bouquet Garni and Forrest Mushrooms

Parmesan Crusted Boneless Chicken Breast

Charred Red Pepper Cream Sauce

Sweet Endings Menu

Chocolate Truffle Cake

served with a Raspberry Cognac Sauce and Topped with Whipped Cream

Dark Chocolate Mousse

presented in a Chocolate Shell garnished with Salted Caramel and Chantilly Cream

Chambord Chocolate Cheesecake

served with Creme Anglaise and Whipped Cream

Cinnamon Apple Galette

with Vanilla Ice Cream and Grated Chocolate

Boca Noche

mini Chocolate Bundt with White Chocolate Anglaise and Chantilly Cream

Our Homemade Apple-Peach Crisp

served with Macadamia Cream

Southern Pecan Tart

with Kentucky Bourbon Sauce and Whipped Cream

Walnut Torte

layered with Raspberry Coulis and Dark Chocolate Mousse

An Assortment of Petite Sweets

including Chocolate Eclairs, Lemon Custard Wheels, Raspberry Stresuel, Tiramisu Bites and Mini Crème Brule

Tiramisu Martini

with Hazelnut Cream, Raspberries and Shaved Chocolate

Bountiful Buffets Menu

Dinner Buffet

Select 2 Entrees

Chef Carved Round of Beef | Garlic and Cracked Pepper Crust | Horseradish Cream

Chef Carved Turkey Breast | Orange Bigarade | Cranberry Relish

Moroccan Roasted Leg of Lamb | Harissa Sauce

Mesquite Grilled New York Steak | Mushroom Bordelaise | Horseradish Cream

Ginger Soy Marinated Flank Steak

Santa Maria Style Tri Tip | House made Steak Sauce

Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast | Madeira Mushroom Sauce

Pan Roasted Airline Chicken Breast | Rosemary | Forrest Mushrooms | Pan Jus

Teriyaki Chicken Breast | Grilled Pineapple | Pickled Ginger

Honey Bourbon BBQ Chicken Breasts | Grilled Corn Relish

Smoky Chipotle Marinated Pork Loin

Grilled Pork Chops | Roasted Shallots |Tomato | Rosemary

Roasted Pork Loin | Caramelized Apples | Calvados Cream

Fresh Salmon Fillets | Tropical Salsa | Mango Coulis

Mahi Mahi Fillets | Mediterranean Olives | Capers | Roasted Peppers

Potato, Pasta or Rice

(Select 1)

Toasted Orzo and Rice Pilaf | Celery | Onions | Thyme

Wild Rice Pilaf

Coconut Jasmine Rice

Basmati Rice Pilau Style

Rosemary and Garlic Roasted Potatoes

Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

Boiled Red Potatoes with Butter and Dill

Red Potato Salad with Dijon and Fresh Dill

Mediterranean Style Penne Pasta with Artichoke Hearts and Kalamata Olives

Farfalle Pasta with Caramelized Onions in an Asiago Cream

Chilled Rotini Primavera with Julienne Vegetables and an Herb Vinaigrette

Sautéed Vegetable

(Select 1)

A Mélange of Seasonal Vegetables | Herb Bouquet

Mixed Fire Grilled Vegetables | Balsamic Glaze | Truffle Oil

Sautéed Haricot Verts | Caramelized Onions

Julienne Zucchini, Carrots and Sweet Red Peppers | Basil Butter

Southern Glazed Baby Carrots

Salad

(Select 1)

Classic Caesar Salad | Garlic Croutons | Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Romaine Salad | Mandarin Oranges | Almonds | Raspberry Vinaigrette

Romaine Red Leaf and Spinach Salad | Plum Tomato | Cucumbers | Focaccia Croutons | Champagne Vinaigrette

Mixed Greens | Roasted Peppers | Greek Olives | Feta Cheese | Plum Tomato | Cucumbers | Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette

Steakhouse Salad | Vine Ripened Tomatoes | Smoked Bacon | Creamy Stilton Dressing

Local California Greens | Rustic Bleu Cheese | Candied Walnuts | Dried Cranberries | White Balsamic Vinaigrette

Dessert

(Select 1)

Tuxedo Truffle Torte | White Chocolate Crème Anglaise

Mixed Berry Tart

Banana Nut Bread Pudding | Macadamia Nut Creme Anglaise

Petite Dessert Presentation

Raspberry White Chocolate Cheese Cake

24 KARAT Cake with Mascarpone Icing

Chefs Stations Menu

Pacific Rim

Pacific Stir Fry with Teriyaki Marinated Chicken Breast, Snow Peas, Broccoli, Sweet Red Peppers, Bean Sprouts and Bok Choy (Stir Fry available Vegetarian)

Exotic Coconut Jasmine Rice

Steamed House Made Shrimp Shu Mei | Toasted Sesame Sauce

Seared Gyoza Ahi Poke | Wasabi | Ginger | Crispy Wontons

Carving

Select 2

Garlic and Pepper Crusted Round of Beef | roasted rare | Rosemary Au Jus | Horseradish Cream | Upgrade to Tenderloin add $12

Herb Roasted Turkey Breast with Pan Gravy and Cranberry Sauce

Jamaican Style “Jerk” Pork Loin

Honey Baked Ham

Baskets of Artisan Rolls | Crispy Kettle Chips

Italian

Rainbow Tortellini | Creamy Vodka Sauce | Parmesan Cheese | Fresh Basil

Penne Pasta | Parmesan Crusted Chicken | Fresh Plum Tomato Sauce | Artichoke Hearts

Select 1: Antipasto Salad | Greek Salad | Gorgonzola Salad | Ceasar Salad

Herb Foccacia Bread. EVOO and Aged Balsamic Vinegar

Chilled Seafood Station

Contemporary Glass Presentation with Glass Plates

Chilled Seafood Display presented on ice including Jumbo Prawns (2) | Cracked Crab Claws (2) | Chilled Lobster Medallions (2) | Oysters on the Half Shell | Cocktail Sauce | Mignonette | Sauce Louis | Lemon Wedges

Sliders and Fries

Traditional Beef Patty | Sharp Cheddar | Arugula | Roma Tomato | Dijonaise

Southern Style Pulled Pork | Cole Slaw | Pepper Sauce

Grilled Chicken Breast | Honey Chipotle BBQ Sauce | Butter Lettuce

Crispy Shoestring Fries | Parmesan | Sea Salt | Cracked Pepper

Grill Station

Garlic and Pepper Crusted Beef Brochettes

Cilantro & Chili Rubbed Grilled Boneless Chicken Breasts

Shitake Mushroom Bordelaise
Horseradish Cream
Pineapple Mango Salsa
Jack Daniels BBQ Sauce

Toasted Orzo and Rice Pilaf

Martini Mashed Potato Bar

Creamy Homestyle Mashed Potatoes presented in Martini Glasses and served with Savoury Toppings

Pork Salsa Verde
Slowly Braised Short Ribs ion a Merlot Gravy with Vegetable Mire Poix

Traditional Toppings

Whipped Butter
Sour Cream
Chopped Scallions
Crispy Bacon
Shredded Cheese

Salad

Hand tossed and presented in colorful Chinese ”takeout containers”

Coachella Salad – Crisp Romaine with Confetti Peppers, Grilled Corn, Blackened Salmon, Crispy Tortilla Strips and Cotija Cheese tossed in a Creamy Cilantro Dressing

Mixed California Greens, Grilled Port Pears, Sliced Strawberries, Point Reyes Rustic Bleu Cheese and Candied Pecans tossed in a Champagne Vinaigrette

Baskets of Artisan Rolls: Nine Grain, Parmesan, French, Ciabatta and Soft Yeast served with Butter

Southwestern Station

Tacos
Select 2 or 3

Pasilla & Guajilla Chili Rubbed Carne Asada
Fajita Style Chicken with Colorful Peppers and Caramelized Onions
Fire Grilled Vegetables
Crispy Pork Carnitas
Cilantro Rubbed Mahi Mahi with Crema, Avocado and Cotija Crumble

Toppings
Salsa Roja Molcajete
Salsa Verde
Pico de Gallo
Crema Mexicana
Shredded Lettuce
Shredded Cheese

Petite Dessert

Wedges of Chocolate Truffle Cake with Raspberry Glaze and Whipped Cream

Mini Tiramisu Bites

Shooters of Salted Caramel Pots de Crème

Raspberry Streusel

Lemon Custard Bars

Contact Us

    “

    WOW!! Thank you for doing a Spectacular Job on our April 14th wedding! Everyone is still talking about the wonderful appetizers, steaks and chicken. You and your staff were fabulous! You are true pros who made our wedding look effortless. Thank you for all of your help. Were telling all of our friends about you guys. Best Wedding food ever.

    - Sarah and James Campbell

    Westwood was referred to us by a friend to cater a 50th birthday party and I'm so glad they did. I am not sure what I was more impressed with, the friendliness of the team or the amazing food. Westwood's team showed up on time, all the food was prepared fresh on site, and the team kept the drinks and food flowing through the entire event. The clean up was executed just as well. Every single one of our guests commented to me how exceptional the service and food were. Make sure to get the Wild Mushroom Frittatine! Thanks Randy and Team! They have set the bar for catering for sure!

    - Scott M.

    I was originally discouraged looking for caterers in the valley. I thought I was going to have to compromise the quality or win the lotto to get quality, classy food for my wedding. Then I found Catering by Westwood. It's been about 3 weeks since we got married and I am STILL hearing from my guests about how amazing the food was that Randy's team prepared for us. Somehow they managed to perfectly cook each of my 150 guest's Filet Mignon in the car port at our wedding house. My dad and husband are still trying to figure that out!

    - Lauren S.

    From my initial conversation, to our tasting, to the day before my wedding when Randy (who was not my event planner) offered to do a walk through to ease my mind- the customer service has been unparalleled. I cannot sing enough praises for him and his team. They are professional, they are seasoned, and you can tell they care about the work they are doing and the food they are putting out for you. As they say, the three things people remember about a wedding are the food, the booze and the music. Do yourself a favor and put Westwood in charge of the first (and second!) You and your guests will be so happy you did!

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    I recently attended an industry Mixer (in Indio CA.), where the food was "Catered by Westwood" ...all I can say is Wow! Awesome! Delightful! I highly recommend "Catered by Westwood" because to their delicious food, their presentation, their service, and professionalism!

    - Harold W.

    It's rare to find quality food and good service in a catering company. Randy and his team delivered both! They catered a birthday party for us. The food and service were both outstanding! Everyone at the party was raving about the quality of food. We would not hesitate to hire them for a future event!

    - Music M.

    Randy catered our Great Gatsby themed wedding! The food was incredible! I would give 10 stars if I could. We wanted food stations. Our guests raved about the food. The Lobster Mac and cheese was a hit. There was so much lobster in it it was hard find a piece of pasta. And the Petite Filet was also spoken highly of as it was the cooked to perfection for each guest. Randy's service, professionalism and attitude made our wedding planning so easy and enjoyable. Randy was very receptive to the feedback we gave him at the tasting. His staff was very friendly and they went over and beyond their call of duty. If you are looking for a catering for your wedding or event, I highly recommend Westwood Catering.

    - Ali C.

    Randy did our wedding on September 21, 2013 at the Corona Yacht Club and everything went as smoothly as I could have hoped for. We met with him a few months prior to the wedding and he was the only caterer who actually prepared the food we were planning on serving so we could taste it. It was phenomenal and we knew we wanted to go with him right away. We had a Taco Bar for dinner and some gourmet appetizers for cocktail hour and everyone raved about the food! They made sure everyone had what they needed and the buffet was served in a way that let everyone get food quickly. He was professional and always available to answer my last minute questions. He really made the experience painless and put me at ease that I had nothing to worry about.

    - Courtney S.

    Randy, you hit it out of the park! The clients commented not only on your creative and fresh presentation, but your style and charisma. CONGRATS!!! And Thank You for always making us shine!

    - Kelly Howard
    Access Palm Springs

    Thank you so much for your fantastic catering at our wedding at O’Donnell House in March. All our guests said amazing things about the food and service. It was all absolutely delicious! Your staff is so friendly and very professional. We know we made the best decision with Westwood! Thank you for helping make our special day so perfect (and tasty!)

    - Mackenzie and Matt Franciscovich
    O’Donnell House

    We can not thank you enough for all of your incredible skill and expertise in making our wedding the best day ever! The food was phenomenal, and everyone is still raving about it! You all are wonderful at what you do and we are so very grateful – many thanks again!

    - Britta and Chris Roebken

    What can we say…the food was absolutely delicious! Our guests are still raving about it. Thank you for contributing to our special day. It was a pleasure working with you all!

    - Jason and Michelle Nelson

    Matt and I just wanted to thank you for doing such a fabulous job catering our wedding. The food presentation and flavor was great, and your staff was highly professional and very considerate to our guests. We really appreciate all that you did to make our reception so wonderful for us, as well as, our guests.

    - Jenna and Matt Miller

    Thank You so much for catering our wedding! You have been so helpful throughout the whole process. Thanks for the delicious food and a beautiful buffet. You have helped to make our wedding very memorable.

    - Tony and Megan

    A word of thanks for all of your hard work and the wonderful food. Everything turned out great for our wedding. We had so many complements on the food from our guests. You guys made our wedding very special.

    - Ryan and Angie Stockwell

    Thanks again for creating amazing dishes for our wedding in June. We received many compliments on how good the food was….the cake was great aw well! You and your staff are top-notch! We hope your business continues to grow and do well. We’ll definitely recommend you to any one we know for future events.

    - Jennifer and Eric Green

    Thank you so much for the yummy food and amazing service!! It was perfect… you couldn’t have made it any better.

    - Sandra and Steve Donoho

    What a success!!! You did great! Everyone had such fun-AND...Your food! Not only was it wonderfully delicious, but the presentation equaled the taste.

    - Lola Hagadone

    Randy, the food was simply fantastic! You did a fabulous job. I couldn't have done the party without you. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

    - Elizabeth Sealey
    Gavin MacLeod Walk of Fame Fundraiser Event Chair

    What a great party last night…a HUGE thank you to everyone! Omni Hotels expects great service however we exceeded their expectations…I COULD NOT have done that without all of you!!! Thanks again the food was fantastic!

    - Peggy Stemmer
    Program Manager ACCESS Destination Services

    What a fabulous evening! Everything was just perfect. Thank you all for planning such a special event.

    - Janet
    Nickerson-Rossi Modern Dance Event at Palm Springs Art Museum

    Thank you Randy, food was excellent!! Client was very happy with everything, you have a great team!!!

    - Peggy Stemmer
    Program Manager ACCESS Destination Services
    ”

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