Appetizer Menu
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At Terra Catering & Events, we believe appetizers should be much more than a prelude to the meal—they should be an experience. Whether you're hosting a corporate mixer, product launch, holiday party, networking event, wedding cocktail hour, or private celebration, our chef-driven hors d'oeuvres are crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and prepared on-site whenever possible for exceptional flavor and presentation. From elegant passed bites to abundant farm-to-table display stations and appetizer trays, we'll help you create the perfect balance of variety, seasonality, and style.
A minimum order of 30 guests is required. If you're looking for convenient pickup or delivery options, please give us a call or drop us an email. Our culinary team is happy to customize a menu that fits your vision, dietary preferences, and budget.
TRAY PASSED
From The Sea
Ahi Poke Spoon / fresh locally caught ahi tuna tossed in sesame oil, ponzu, waikame, avocado-wasabi puree (gf)
Ceviche Cup / lime juice marinated locally caught fish, tomato, cilantro, cucumber, avocado, onion & corn tortilla cups (gf)
Mini Maryland Style Crab Cake / cajun remoulade
Tequila Cured Salmon / mango-serrano creme fraiche on cilantro blinis
Teriyaki Salmon Taco / teriyaki braised salmon with wasabi aioli, micro cilantro in crispy wonton shells
Tuna Tataki / marinated + flame kissed locally caught ahi tuna on wonton crisp, ginger aioli
Grilled Shrimp Skewer / Cajun sausage, rouille
Assorted Sushi / spicy tuna rolls, California rolls, assorted nigiri (gf)
Hot Smoked Salmon / cucumber cup, red onion, goat cheese, caper (gf)
Coconut Shrimp/ deep fried with sweet chili orange sauce
Chilled Hoisin Salmon Skewer / teriyaki glazed, brushed with hoisin, sesame seeds & mango mustard
From The Cage
Chicken Tinga Sope / slow roasted chicken, onion, chipotle, jicama slaw
avocado mousse, micro cilantro(gf)
Asian Sesame Chicken Cup / ground chicken with soy, sesame, ginger in wonton cups with green onion
Fried Chicken Slider / peppercorn aioli, arugula, slider bun
Chicken and Waffle Bite / breaded & fried chicken, bourbon pecan cream
Cilantro Lime Chicken Skewer / cilantro lime marinated, grilled, smoked tomato chipotle sauce (gf)
Chicken Salad Wonton / with thyme, chipotle, lemon & mango salsa
Herb Chicken Skewer / chardonnay cream sauce (gf)
Mediterranean Chicken Slider / mint & sun-dried tomato tzatziki, slider bun
Thai Chicken Lollipop / ground chicken with basil, mint, curry with peanut sauce on sugarcane skewer
Parmesan Chicken Meatball / with marinara
5 Spice Chicken Skewer / honey soy glaze (gf)
Duck Confit Taco / chipotle aioli, onion-cherry compote, wonton shell
From The Farm
Beef Empanada / filled with spiced ground beef topped with chimichurri
Beef Slider / aged cheddar, caramelized onion, truffle aioli, Hawaiian roll
Bulgogi Beef Bao Bun / gochujang grilled beef, kimchee, hoisin-sambal aioli, micro cilantro, rice bun (gf)
Herb Marinated Steak Crostini / gorgonzola aioli, caramelized onions, micro arugula
Lamb Chop Lollipop / mini lamb chops painted with Dijon & herbs, balsamic-mint aioli (gf)
Mini Beef Wellington / puff pastry bites with sirloin, mushroom, red wine brandy sauce
Short Rib Tostada / Wine braised short rib with tomato-thyme marmalade & goat cheese
Steak Skewer / sirloin marinated in balsamic and garlic with chimichurri (gf)
Bacon Wrapped Date / gorgonzola stuffed dates, applewood smoked bacon with orange (gf)
Cocktail Meatballs(2 per person) / pork & beef with BBQ sweet chili sauce
Sope Del Puerco al Pastor / achiote and pineapple roasted pork shoulder
pickled pineapple, micro cilantro (gf)
Bourbon Glazed Pork Belly Bite / jalapeno crema (gf)
From The Garden
Mediterranean Crostini / leek-tomato ragout, feta on olive-herb crostini
Caprese Skewer / garlic & shallot marinated heirloom grape tomato
fresh mozzarella, basil, balsamic syrup (veg, gf)
Fresh Spring Roll / with glass noodles, mint, basil, lettuce, rice paper, peanut sauce (vegan, gf)
Fig & Goat Cheese Bite / with honey drizzle
Grape & Brie Phyllo Cup / grape compote with garlic, shallot & fresh thyme, melted brie, phyllo cup (veg)
Danish Blue Cheese Vol au Vent / with caramelized onion & preserved lemon
Portobello Slider / jalapeno hummus, slow roasted tomato, arugula, house made mini slider bun (vegan)
Potato & Brie Quesadilla / red onion, chipotle honey (veg)
Wild Mushroom Bruschetta / with burrata, truffle honey drizzle, grilled baguette
Vegan Sope / crushed avocado, serrano pico de gallo, beyond meat, refried black beans (gf)
Vegan Stuffed Mushroom / seasoned beyond crumbles, roasted fennel
caramelized onion, cannellini beans
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STATIONARY
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Food Wall Experience
A visually striking, self-serve display designed for ffortless grazing and guest interaction.
The organizer selects two curated fferings, presented in individual portions for seamlessflow. Options range from seasonal soups and fresh ceviche to charcuterie, bruschetta, and composed salads.
Beautifully designed to encourage movement, conversation, and modern cocktail-style dining.
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Burrata Station
pesto, truffle oil, crostini's, mixed olives, tomato, basil, roasted grapes & pistachio's
Mexican Charcuterie
queso al pastor, ancho dusted queso fresco, street corn dip with tortilla chips, chorizo, jicama and cucumber with tajin & escabeche vegetables
Grilled Baja Market Vegetables
An abundant display of locally harvested squash, poblano peppers sweet bell peppers, red onions, and roasted corn grilled over liveflame and tossed with lime, garlic, and warm Mexican spices. Finished with fresh cilantro, coija, toasted pepitas and grilled citrus for a vibrant Baja-inspired presentation.
Lavash Bar
A vibrant, shareable Mediterranean spread built for layering and dipping, served with warm lavash.
Toppings & Garnishes:
roasted red pepper hummus, smoky baba ghanoush, labneh finished with olive oil and za’atar, muhammara with roasted red peppers and walnuts, pickled red onions, cumin-roasted carrots, and marinated cucumber
& tomato salad.
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Hot Cheeses
Baked Brie with dried cranberry, honey & toasted walnuts
Smoked Gouda & Tomato Fondue
Artisan Bread
Bruschetta Bar
Classic Bruschetta tomato, garlic, basil
Roasted Tomato & Olive Spread
Chickpea & Caramelized Onion Spread
Rosemary-Garlic Crostinis
Antipasto Misto
Marinated Mozzarella Pearls & Grape Tomatoes, Roasted Red Peppers
Prosciutto & Salami, Roasted Tomato & Olive Spread
White Bean Salad & Artisan Bread
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Artisanal Cheese & Charcuterie
Chef’s Selection of Assorted Salamis & Grilled Sausages
Chef’s Selection of Hard, Blue & Soft Cheeses
Seasonal Pickled Vegetables
Assorted Fresh & Dried Fruits, Nuts, Rosemary-Cranberry Mustard
Artisan Bread & Crackers
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Raw Bar
Local fish Ceviche citrus, cilantro, tomato, cucumber & serrano peppers
Tuna Poke traditional shoyu, chile sauce, sesame, green onion
Shrimp Cocktail traditional cocktail sauce, chipotle remoulade, lemon
Freshly Fried Tortilla Chips
Farm Fresh Raw Vegetables
Baby Carrots, Green Beans, Broccoli, Red Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes
Zucchini, Persian Cucumbers, Romesco, Avocado-Ranch Dip
Mediterranean Mezze
Baba Ganoush, Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Sun Dried Tomato-Pesto Torte, assorted olives, marinated feta, grilled flatbread
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Hot Smoked Salmon
Herbed Goat Cheese, Red Onion, Sliced Tomato, Capers, Crostinis
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