Catering Menu

We make it easy.

At Handheld Catering we offer a variety of menus
to make your catered event shine! We can create a customized
event menu specific to your needs anywhere in the San Francisco Bay area.
This menu showcases just a taste of our culinary offerings. Contact our catering
experts for a complete menu and personalized recommendations tailored to your event.

CATERING MENUS

We make it easy.






At Handheld Catering we offer a variety of menus
to make your catered event shine! We can create a customized
event menu specific to your needs anywhere in the San Francisco Bay area.
This menu showcases just a taste of our culinary offerings. Contact our catering
experts for a complete menu and personalized recommendations tailored to your event.
handheld catering menu

Breakfast & Brunch Options

Breakfast

  • SCRAMBLED EGG BREAKFAST

SCRAMBLED EGGS (GF) (VEG)
sprinkled with fresh chives

served with assorted toppings on the side: sautéed wild mushrooms, seasoned greens, ham, 3 cheese blend, roasted tomato salsa

ROASTED BREAKFAST POTATOES (GF) (VEGAN)
sautéed with onions & bell peppers

CHICKEN APPLE SAUSAGE
FRESH FRUIT PLATTER (GF) (VEGAN)

  • DELI BREAKFAST

SMOKED SALMON PLATTER
cucumber, red onion, and tomato

SLICES
sliced ham, turkey, tuna salad, roasted portobellos

BAGELS
plain, everything

CHMEAR
plain, garlic herb

CHEESE BLINTZES
fresh berry sauce

  • CHICKEN AND WAFFLES

HOUSE MADE BUTTERMILK WAFFLES
maple syrup and butter

SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN TENDERS
with hot honey

SCRAMBLED EGGS (GF) (VEG)
sprinkled with fresh chives

APPLEWOOD SMOKED BACON

  • BISCUITS AND GRAVY

BUTTERMILK BISCUITS (VEG)
with sausage gravy and hot sauce on the side

SCRAMBLED EGGS (GF) (VEG)
sprinkled with fresh chives

APPLEWOOD SMOKED BACON

  • THE DAILY START

SCRAMBLED EGGS (GF) (VEG)
sprinkled with fresh chives

ROASTED BREAKFAST POTATOES (GF) (VEGAN)
sautéed with onions & bell peppers

CHICKEN APPLE SAUSAGE
garnished with parsley

FRESH FRUIT PLATTER (GF) (VEGAN)
FRESHLY BAKED MINI MUFFINS
KETCHUP
HOT SAUCE

  • A LOTTA FRITTATA

BACON FRITTATA (GF)
caramelized onion, swiss

VEGETABLE FRITTATA (GF)(VEG)
roasted seasonal vegetables, swiss

ASSORTED MINI MUFFINS
SEASONAL FRUIT SALAD (GF) (VEGAN)

  • THE FRESH START CONTINENTAL

SEASONAL FRUIT SALAD

ASSORTMENT OF MINI MUFFINS & PASTRIES


BUTTER & PRESERVES

  • THE QUICK START

ASSORTED MINI BREAKFAST PASTRIES
Croissants, Danish, Muffins

FRESH FRUIT PLATTER (GF) (VEGAN)

BUTTER & JAMS

COMPOSED PARFAITS (VEG)
plain greek yogurt, fresh berries, house granola on the side: honey

  • BAGEL BAR

    Plain & Everything Bagels Cheddar,
    Provolone, Cream Cheese
    Sliced Tomatoes, Cucumbers,
    Watermelon Radish, Shaved Red Onions

PROTEIN ENHANCEMENTS:

SMOKED SALMON
with capers
HARD BOILED EGG
SLICED TURKEY

ADDITIONS:

PLAIN CREAM CHEESE
SMOKED SALMON CREAM CHEESE
STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE
CHIVE & HERB CREAM CHEESE

  • BURRITOS BREAKFAST

BACON BREAKFAST BURRITO
scrambled eggs, country potatoes with onions & bell peppers. bacon crumbles, shredded cheddar

GARDEN BREAKFAST BURRITO (VEG)
scrambled eggs, country potatoes with onions & bell peppers, roasted seasonal vegetables, shredded cheddar

SEASONAL FRUIT SALAD

SALSA

  • BAKED FRENCH TOAST STRATA BREAKFAST

BAKED FRENCH TOAST STRATA (VEG)
hand torn bread, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, vanilla, eggs, heavy cream

APPLEWOOD SMOKED BACON (GF)
SCRAMBLED EGGS (GF)(VEG)
sprinkled with chives

SEASONAL FRESH FRUIT PLATTER (GF)(VEGAN)
MAPLE SYRUP
BUTTER

Breakfast & Brunch A LA Carte

  • INDIVIDUAL ROASTED VEGGIE FRITTATA
    INDIVIDUAL BACON & SWISS FRITTATA
    MINI SEASONAL VEGGIE & CHEDDAR QUICHE
    MINI QUICHE LORRAINE

  • BAKED FRENCH TOAST STRATA (VEG)
    CHICKEN APPLE SAUSAGE
    APPLEWOOD SMOKED BACON
    TURKEY BACON

  • HOUSE BREAKFAST POTATOES
    INDIVIDUAL HASH BROWN

  • SEASONAL FRUIT PLATTER
    SEASONAL FRUIT SALAD

  • INDIVIDUAL GREEK YOGURT PARFAIT
    ALMOND MILK CHIA PUDDING PARFAIT
    INDIVIDUAL CINNAMON APPLE SOAKED OATS

  • PASTRIES
    GLUTEN FREE PASTRIES
    VEGAN PASTRIES

Brunch Stations

  • AVOCADO TOAST STATION

    artisan sourdough
    smashed avocado
    arugula, english cucumber, tomato,
    watermelon radish
    hard boiled eggs
    diced bacon
    everything seasoning
    balsamic glaze

    PROTEIN ENHANCEMENTS:
    SMOKED SALMON
    with capers
    SLICED TURKEY

    ADDITIONS:
    GLUTEN FREE BREAD
    SPROUTED RYE
    SLICED BAGUETTE

  • WAFFLE STATION

    waffles
    jams, butter
    maple syrup, nutella spread, chocolate
    sauce, caramel sauce
    assorted berries, powdered sugar,
    cinnamon
    whipped cream

    PROTEIN ENHANCEMENTS:
    FRIED CHICKEN
    APPLE SAUSAGE
    BACON
    HONEY GLAZED HAM

  • OMELETTE STATION

    Eggs
    Spinach
    Diced Tomato
    Mushrooms
    Diced Bell Pepper
    Shredded Cheddar Cheese
    Diced Red Onion

    PROTEIN ENHANCEMENTS:
    DICED CHICKEN SAUSAGE
    DICED TURKEY
    BACON CRUMBLES
    DICED HAM

  • SILVER DOLLAR PANCAKE STATION

    plain buttermilk, chocolate chip, &
    blueberry pancakes
    nutella, chocolate sauce, caramel sauce
    powdered sugar, assorted berries,
    cinnamon
    maple syrup, jams, butter, whipped cream

    BRUNCH ENHANCEMENTS:

  • SEASONAL FRESH FRUIT PLATTER
  • COUNTRY HASH POTATOES
  • SCRAMBLED EGGS (GF)(VEG)

    chives

  • BACON FRITTATA (GF)

    caramelized onion, swiss

  • VEGETABLE FRITTATA (GF)(VEG)

    roasted seasonal vegetables, swiss

  • MINI QUICHE LORRAINE

    bacon, garlic, onion, cheddar

  • MINI VEGGIE & CHEDDAR QUICHE (VEG)

    egg, cheddar, seasonal vegetables

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Salads

Salads

  • Heirloom Lettuce Salad

    mixed local lettuces, shaved fennel, pear, radishes, late harvest zinfandel vinaigrette

  • Greens & Gorgonzola

    romaine hearts, watercress, pippin apples, sun dried cherries, candied pecans, yogurt ranch dressing

  • Spinach & Frisee Salad

    baby spinach, frisee, red onion, dried cranberries, strawberries, toasted walnuts, goat cheese, white balsamic vinaigrette

  • New World Fattoush

    romaine, cucumber, charred red onion, bell peppers, radish, champagne pomegranate vinegar dressing on the side: toasted lavash

  • Heirloom Beet Salad

    roasted heirloom baby beets, goat cheese crumbles, mixed greens, orange segments, almond crumbles, sherry vinaigrette

Sandwiches (Can be made into a Wrap)

Sandwiches

  • TURKEY CLUB SANDWICH

    roasted turkey breast, bacon, aged jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, lemon sage aioli on sourdough bread

  • YO PAESANO

    smoked turkey, roast beef, salami, capicola, pepper jack cheese, dijon aioli, olive artichoke relish on a ciabatta roll

  • BROILED CHICKEN CLUB SANDWICH

    marinated chicken breast, bacon, aged jack cheese, avocado, tomato, mixed greens,lemon aioli on sourdough bread

  • CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH

    chicken salad, green leaf lettuce, roasted pepper, caramelized onions, whole wheat bread

  • GREEK SANDWICH (VEGAN)

    garden burger, hummus, cucumber, olive relish, sliced tomatoes, chef’s mix of sprouts on pita bread

  • CAPRESE & EGGPLANT (VEG)

    fresh mozzarella, grilled eggplant, pesto spread, tomato, arugula, red onion on a ciabatta roll

  • CHICKPEA SALAD SANDWICH (VEG)

    chickpea salad, green leaf lettuce, roasted pepper, caramelized onions, whole wheat bread

  • VEGAN GREEN GODDESS SANDWICH (VEGAN)

    cucumber, avocado, spinach, alfalfa sprouts, green goddess vegan spread on baguette

  • PORTOBELLO & WHITE BEAN SANDWICH (VEGAN)

    roasted portobello, white bean spread, spinach, roasted red onions, seared tomato on whole wheat roll

B.Y.O Lunch Stations

B.Y.O Lunch Stations

  • POKE BOWL

    Base of:
    Brown Rice or White Rice (GF)(Vegan)

    Protein: Select 2 Choices
    Chicken (GF)
    Ahi Tuna (GF)
    Salmon (GF)
    Vegetarian Protein: Honey Garlic Tofu (GF)(Veg)

    TOPPINGS:
    Seaweed Salad (GF)(Vegan)
    Kimchi (GF)(Vegan)
    Sliced Jalapeño (GF)(Vegan)
    Sliced Cucumbers (GF)(Vegan)
    Edamame (GF)(Vegan)
    Diced Mango (GF)(Vegan)
    Shredded Carrots (GF)(Vegan)
    Crispy Seaweed (GF)(Vegan)
    Crispy Onion Flakes (Veg)
    Wasabi and Pickled Ginger (GF)(Vegan)

    SAUCES: (In squeeze bottles)
    Spicy Sriracha Aioli
    Soy Sauce
    Unagi Sauce

  • BURGER BAR

    Includes:
    SALAD:
    Handheld Green Salad (GF)(Vegan)
    Bed of Mixed Greens with Tomato Wedges, sliced Cucumbers, shaved Onions and
    shredded Carrots. On the side: Balsamic Vinaigrette.

    SIDES:
    Basket of Brioche Buns (Veg)
    Fresh Fruit Salad (Vegan)(GF)
    PROTEINS: *Please advise of Vegetarian counts.
    1/3 lbs All Natural Beef Patty (GF)
    Vegetarian Protein: Black Bean Chipotle Vegetarian Patties (Veg)

    TOPPINGS:
    Sliced Assorted Cheeses (Veg)(GF)
    Sliced Tomatoes (GF)(Vegan)
    Green Leaf Lettuce (GF)(Vegan)
    Sliced Red Onions (GF)(Vegan)
    Packets of Mayonnaise, Mustard, and Ketchup.

  • BUDDHA BOWL

    BASE:
    Farro Pilaf (Vegan)
    folded with chopped Kale and drizzled with Lemon Juice and Olive Oil.

    PROTEINS: Choose 2
    Seasoned Ground Beef (GF)
    Grilled Chicken (GF)
    Vegetarian Protein: Diced Seasoned Tofu (GF)(Vegan)

    TOPPINGS:
    Roasted Sweet Potato (GF)(Vegan)
    Crispy Chickpeas (GF)(Vegan)
    Steamed Broccoli (GF)(Vegan)
    Dried Cranberries (GF)(Vegan)
    Hard Boiled Egg Wedges (GF)(Veg)

    DRESSINGS: (in squeeze bottles)
    Peanut Sauce (Veg)
    Tahini Sauce (GF)(Vegan)

Appetizers

  • SMOKED PAPRIKA MACARON (VEG) (GF)

    goat cheese herb filling

  • CARAMELIZED WATERMELON (VEG)

    goat cheese, candied pecans, micro greens

  • BRIE & MIXED BERRY BITES (VEG)

    berry preserve, granola crumble

  • PARMESAN & DILL SHORTBREAD (VEG)

    sour cream, capers

  • EDAMAME HUMMUS (VEGAN)

    rice cracker, lemon zest, zatar

  • SPINACH SALAD "GOMAE" (VEGAN)

    sesame seeds, sesame oil, white radish

  • SMOKED DUCK BREAST (GF)

    sweet potato chip, sun dried cherry compote, chervil, orange zest

  • CURRY CHICKEN ENDIVE BOAT (GF)

    apricot, peanut, green onion, strawberry, pepitas

  • BEEF NEGIMAKI

    charred beef, asparagus, teriyaki, toasted sesame, enoki, carrot

  • TRI TIP ÉCLAIR

    dried tomato pate choux, black pepper mayo, micro watercress

  • SMOKED BRISKET NACHO

    blue corn tortilla, chipotle aioli, jack cheese

  • SHORT RIB RICOTTA DOUGHNUT

    bbq sauce, chives

  • CHAR SIU PORK

    crispy wonton, mango salsa, cilantro

  • BACON MAC & CHEESE ARANCINI

    fontina cheese, parmesan, bacon, roasted tomato aioli, chives

  • CRAB SALAD

    toasted brioche, spicy cocktail sauce

  • LOBSTER ROLL BITES

    sauteed shallots, celery spice, milk bun, tarragon aioli and chives

Sliders & Platters

  • ARTISAN IMPORTED & DOMESTIC CHEESE PLATTER (GF)(VEG)

    gourmet cheeses, dried fruit, nuts, crackers

  • HUMMUS CRUDITE PLATTER (GF)(VEG)

    seasonal vegetables, house made hummus

  • MEZZE PLATTER (VEG)

    artichoke hummus, dolmas, kalamata olives, feta, red peppers, pita chips

  • CHARCUTERIE PLATTER

    prosciutto, rosemary ham, turkey galentine, hot capicola, salami rosa, purple moon cheese, marin jalapeno brie, marinated goat cheese, aged manchego,dried fruit,seasonal fresh fruit, castelvetrano olives, medjool dates, pecans, almonds, crackers

  • HANDHELD SLIDER

    dijonaisse, sautéed mushroom, swiss cheese, dill pickle

  • CHICKEN LITTLE SLIDER

    buttermilk ranch, sweet bun, lettuce, pickles

  • OMNIVORE'S TEASE SLIDER (VEG)

    house made chickpea, black bean chipotle patty, arugula, avocado crema

  • PULLED PORK SLIDER

    crunchy apple coleslaw, potato bun

  • SEARED AHI TUNA SLIDER

    wasabi aioli, asian slaw, sesame bun

  • TRI TIP SLIDER

    beef tri tip, arugula, caramelized onions, sauteed mushrooms, horseradish creme

Stations

Stations

  • STREET TACO STATION

    Meat Selections: Choose 2 Options
    Grilled Chicken (GF)
    Carne Asada (GF)
    Carnitas (GF)
    Vegetarian Protein: Tofu and Seasonal Vegetables (GF)(Veg)
    Condiments:
    Fresh Pico de Gallo (GF)(Vegan)
    Pickled Jalapeños & Carrots (GF)(Vegan)
    Minced Cilantro & Onions (GF)(Vegan)
    Tapatio Sauce

  • BAKED POTATO BAR (Prices based on Protein Choices)

    Protein Choices: Smoked Pulled Pork, Cilantro-Lime Pulled Chicken, Chopped
    Brisket or Vegetarian Chili.
    Includes:
    Baked Russet Potatoes
    Tillamook Cheddar Cheese
    Applewood Smoked Bacon Bits
    Green Onions
    Sour Cream

  • DONUT BAR

    Includes:
    Glazed and Chocolate Donuts
    Squirt Bottles of: Caramel, Chocolate Sauce and Berry Coulis.
    Rainbow Sprinkles, Mini Chocolate Chips, Shredded Coconut, Oreo Dust and Crushed Peanuts

  • CUPCAKE STATION

    Includes:
    Plain Chocolate and Vanilla Cupcakes
    Piping Bags of Assorted Buttercreams: Chocolate, Vanilla and Raspberry.
    Assorted Sprinkles and Shredded Coconut

  • BRUSCHETTA BAR

    Build your own assortment ask chef for details

Entrees

SEAFOOD
  • Herb Crusted Halibut

    coriander lime butter, merlot drizzle

  • Masala Rockfish

    fresh herbs, chilies, roasted vegetables, potatoes, tomato ginger vinaigrette

  • Pistachio Crusted Salmon

    dill cucumber relish

  • Misoyaki Black Cod

    white miso coconut ginger marinade

BEEF
  • Ancho Chili Bistecca

    black angus skirt steak, ancho chili demi glace, oregano essence

  • Seven Flavor Beef

    lemon grass, almonds, chilies, hoisin, fresh basil, garlic, ginger

  • Filet of Beef Tenderloin

    cabernet mushroom reduction, essence of rosemary

  • Harris Ranch Red Wine Short Ribs

    slow roasted, spices, red wine, gremolata

POULTRY
  • Chicken Saltimbocca

    prosciutto, parmesan, sage, lemon beurre blanc

  • Roasted Chicken Breast

    triple mushroom fricassee, natural jus

  • Chicken Tagine

    chickpeas, tomatoes, onions, potatoes, harissa, cinnamon

  • Rustic Braised Chicken Thighs

    skin on chicken thighs, tomato-fennel concasse, artichokes

  • Chermoula Chicken Breast

    preserved lemon, chilies, toasted spices

VEGETARIAN
  • Primavera Barley Risotto

    seasonal vegetables, asiago, herb splash

  • Seasonal Vegetable Napoleon

    polenta cake, tomato coulis

  • Eggplant Involtini

    rustic creamy tomato sauce, spinach, herb ricotta, mozzarella, asiago

  • Asian Braised Tofu

    marinated tofu, kimchi fried rice, stir fried vegetables, chili ginger vinaigrette, furikake sprinkle

VEGAN
  • Seared Cauliflower Steak

    tahini crust, indian five spice, maui onion salsa, herb splash

  • Tomato Tagine

    beefsteak tomato, braised chickpeas, zucchini, preserved lemon, harissa

  • Eggplant Rollatini

    spinach, vegan cheese, pine nuts, rustic tomato sauce

  • Farro Risotto Primavera

    mushroom, asparagus, grilled onions, pesto, maui onion salsa, herb splash

Sides

  • Creamy Cheese Polenta

  • Lemon Risotto

  • Saffron Couscous

  • Double Creamed Mashed Potatoes

  • Wild Mushroom Farro Verde

  • Root Vegetable Gratin

  • Lemon & Thyme Roasted Baby Carrots

  • Charred Broccolini with Crispy Garlic

  • Spiced Cauliflower & Carrots

  • Butternut Squash Cous Cous

  • Spicy Long Beans & Braised Eggplant

  • Achiote & Lime Grilled Corn

Desserts

MINIS, BARS & COOKIES

  • MINIS

    Assorted Chocolate Cheesecakes
    Assorted Tropical Cheesecakes
    Assorted Macarons
    Fruit Tarts
    Chocolate Ganache Tarts
    Chocolate Salted Caramel Tarts
    Mini Beignet Trio
    Cinnamon Sugar Churros
    Cream Puffs

  • HOMEMADE COOKIES

    Chocolate Chip
    Snickerdoodle
    M&M's
    Oatmeal Raisin
    Sugar
    Madeleine

  • BARS

    Blueberry
    Apple
    Pecan
    Cheesecake
    Peach Cobbler
    Oreo
    Apricot
    Lemon
    Strawberry Cobbler
    Chocolate Brownie

GLUTEN FREE & VEGAN

  • GLUTEN FREE

    Chocolate Chip Cookies
    Coconut Macaroons
    Snickerdoodles
    Assorted Mini Fruit Tarts
    Chocolate Pot de Creme

  • VEGAN & GLUTEN FREE

    Brownie Bars
    Chocolate Raspberry Bars
    Lime Mango Dessert Bars
    Tiramisu Dessert Bars
    Raspberry Blueberry Dessert Bars

PLATED

  • Napoleon
    Three Layer Chocolate Mousse
    Baccara (Raspberry & White Chocolate Mousse)
    Bamboo (Mango Mousse)
    Banana Crunchy
    Le Sultan (Hazelnut Cake)
    Strawberry Cake Rouge
    Tiramisu

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