Smashing Menus
Our chefs make upscale food approachable. We incorporate international styles, traditional favorites and seasonal ingredients to create unique dishes for every diet. Think of the Smashing Dishes catering experience like designing your own restaurant. You curate the menu, cocktails, service style, and vibe. We cook your menu from scratch and create a one-of-a-kind culinary experience. Our professional, friendly staff are always on-site to ensure everything goes off without a hitch.
These menus are only samples of what we have in our repertoire. Our planners can give you plenty of options to create your perfect menu.
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Farm to Table (Fall)
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Sugar Pie Pumpkin BisqueServed in a pumpkin bowl with crumbled local goat cheese, toasted pepitas, and honey drizzle.
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Halibut and Grass Fed Hanger SteakCharred leek sauce, San Mateo County hash, Brussels sprouts, squash, mushrooms, and root vegetables.
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Thousand Layer Apple TartHoneyed crème anglaise and pepita brittle.
House made – From sauces to sides, everything on our menu is made in house.
Diet – Please let us know your preferences, we can accommodate any diet.
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International
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Curry CartAssemble the perfect curry, accompanied by basmati and wild blend rice (Vegan and Gluten Free). Thai green or Indian red curry, with your choice of chicken, lamb, or tofu (Vegan).
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Street Taco ChefsInteractive taco bar featuring authentic meats and accompaniments. Hidalgo style barbacoa beef (Gluten and Dairy Free) or cilantro-lime tilapia (Gluten and Dairy Free), Fajita-style seasonal veggie and roasted corn sauté (Vegan and Gluten Free), corn tortillas (Gluten Free), flour tortillas, scratch-made salsas (Vegan and Gluten Free), and your favorite toppings.
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Bao Bun BarSteamed Asian bao, with your selection of fillings. Hoisin-grilled chicken (Dairy Free), pork belly (Dairy Free), or vegan char siu (Vegan), with house-pickled veggies (Vegan) and other assorted toppings.
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Polenta BarCreamy polenta with parmesan (Gluten Free), creamy vegan polenta (Gluten Free), with your choice of wild mushroom ragout (Vegan and Gluten Free), bolognese (Dairy Free), or creamy lemon-caper sauce. Accompanied by a selection of toppings including cheeses, caramelized onions, sliced cherry peppers, bacon, and more.
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Churro Sundae StationA sweet-cinnamon disc topped with your choice of ice cream and toppings such as nuts, sprinkles, dulce de leche, and fresh fruits.
House made – From sauces to sides, everything on our menu is made in house.
Diet – Please let us know your preferences, we can accommodate any diet.
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Stations
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Charcuterie DisplayA rustic display of cured meats, imported cheeses, fresh and house-pickled veggies, fresh and dried fruit, artisan bread and crackers.
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Mini EntréesA substantial and show-stopping display of small plates, built by our chefs right in front of your guests! Choose from Chili-Lime Spiced Salmon over a Mexican street corn sauté, Lentil Quinoa Croquette over curried cauliflower purée with cilantro salsa, and more.
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Salt Block CevicheChefs will mix ceviche to-order on slabs of Himalayan salt, tossing in a variety of fresh, colorful and crunchy toppings. Served with house-fried chili-lime dusted tortilla chips for scooping.
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Buddha BowlGuests can self-express by composing their own balanced buddha bowl. Fresh greens, multi colored and exotic veggies, protein-packed whole grains and starches, hoisin-grilled chicken and a variety of garnishes and sauces for extra flavor.
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S’mores BarGuests will toast and assemble their own s’mores with marshmallows, graham crackers and Hershey’s chocolate bars
House made – From sauces to sides, everything on our menu is made in house.
Diet – Please let us know your preferences, we can accommodate any diet.
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Buffet or Family Style Wedding
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Santa Clara Valley SaladSpring mix, dried apricots, fresh strawberries, grapes, toasted pistachio, gorgonzola crumbles, and strawberry-vanilla vinaigrette.
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Citrus-Roasted ChickenWith green peppercorn jus, candied orange segments and braised greens.
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Petite Filet of BeefWith green peppercorn sauce.
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Blackened Baked Garlic CodWith roasted lemon and brown butter sauce.
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Savory Bread PuddingWith wild mushrooms, kale and gruyere.
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Roasted Brussels SproutsWith sweet peppers, raw cider vinaigrette and parmesan cheese.
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Olive Oil & Sea Salt Smashed Red Potatoes
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Dessert BarAn assortment of house made petite desserts.
House made – From sauces to sides, everything on our menu is made in house.
Diet – Please let us know your preferences, we can accommodate any diet.
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Tray Passed Cocktail Reception
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Veggie Ceviche CupCorn, apple, red onion, jalapeño, bell pepper, and cilantro served with a plantain crisp.
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Roasted Tomato, Castelvetrano Olive & Burrata Bruschetta
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Seared Ahi TunaOn furikake rice cake with Tamari glaze.
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Citrus & Mango Crab SaladWith avocado on a wonton crisp.
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Brisket on a BiscuitMini smoked brisket sandwiches on scratch-made cheddar scallion biscuits.
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Pomegranate Molasses Lamb SkewersWith tzatziki dipping sauce.
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Korean Fried Chicken SkewerWith gochujang glaze.
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Thai Chicken Cucumber Cups
House made – From sauces to sides, everything on our menu is made in house.
Diet – Please let us know your preferences, we can accommodate any diet.
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Plated Gala
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Wedge SaladWith cherry tomatoes, red onions, bleu cheese crumbles, pancetta, and balsamic vinaigrette.
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CHOICE OF ENTREE
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Bavette of BeefWith au jus and horseradish crème, orange ginger glazed carrots, and Lyonnaise potatoes (thinly sliced potatoes fried with onions).
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Seared SalmonWith tangerines and fried capers, brown butter green beans, and scallion & toasted almond rice pilaf.
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Roasted Seasonal SquashSeasonal squash with white bean and roasted tomato panzanella.
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White Chocolate & Cranberry GaletteButtery puff pastry with white chocolate mousse and honeyed cranberries.
House made – From sauces to sides, everything on our menu is made in house.
Diet – Please let us know your preferences, we can accommodate any diet.
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