Dinner Buffet Menus
Whether you're planning a corporate dinner, wedding reception, holiday celebration, gala, fundraiser, or private gathering, Terra Catering & Events offers chef-crafted dinner buffets designed to impress. Our farm-to-table menus showcase fresh, locally sourced ingredients, seasonal produce, and responsibly sourced proteins, all prepared with restaurant-quality techniques and exceptional attention to detail. From elegant plated-inspired buffets to interactive chef-attended stations, every menu is thoughtfully customized to reflect your style, accommodate dietary preferences, and create a memorable dining experience. Whether you're serving 30 guests or 3,000, our experienced culinary and event teams are committed to delivering outstanding cuisine, seamless service, and the warm hospitality that has made Terra one of San Diego's premier catering companies.
Back Country
Romaine Salad
with cucumber ribbons, yellow pepper, kalamata olive, tomato, feta, herb vinaigrette
Roasted Chicken Breast
smoked mushrooms, herb butter
Cabernet Braised Brisket
cipollini onions, roasted tomatoes
Yukon Gold Mash
roasted garlic, chives
Seasonal Roasted Vegetables
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California Dreamin'
Shaved Vegetable Salad
with shaved beets + carrots, frisee, baby spinach, gorgonzola, citrus vinaigrette(v, gf)
Tender Sliced Smoked Steak
over garlic mustard greens with roasted red peppers and caramelized onion(gf)
Chicken Breast
topped with carved ham, arugula pesto, havarti, sun dried tomato-basil cream (gf)
Farro
with tomato, herbs and roasted garlic oil(v)
Roasted Broccolini
with lemon and parmesan(veg)
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Tuscan Countryside
Panzanella Salad
with bread, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, evoo and balsamic vinegar(v)
Chianti Braised Short Ribs
with griddled cipollini onions(gf)
Tuscan Chicken
roasted tomato broth, arugula pesto(gf)
White Beans
and black kale(v, gf)
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
with balsamic drizzle(v, gf)
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Harvest
Rustic Green Salad
with roasted pepitas, dried cranberries, red onion, goat cheese, lemon vinaigrette(veg, gf)
Maple Roasted Chicken
mushroom ragout, onion marmalade(gf)
Spiced Pork Tenderloin
bourbon spiked apple chutney, whole grain mustard sauce(gf)
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes(v, gf)
Sauteed Rainbow Baby Carrots
with garlic, shallots and dill(v, gf)
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French Countryside
Chicken Skewers
herbes de provence and chardonnay cream(gf)
Mini Quiche
ham & swiss, spinach & swiss
Cheese Platter
Chef's selection of hard cheeses, blue and soft cheeses, seasonal fruit, candied pecans, assorted dried fruits, & seasonal house made jam.
Served with assorted breads & crackers
(choice of one)
French Bistro Salad
carrot, watermelon radish, lemon-dijon vinaigrette(v, gf)
French Onion Soup(veg, gf)
(choice of one)
Chicken Coq a Vin
hunter's style braised chicken thigh with red wine(gf)
Chicken Dijon
pan seared chicken breast with a dijon cream sauce(gf)
Ratatouille(v, gf)
Potatoes au Gratin(veg, gf)
Petite Fors
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​​BBQ on The Farm
Chopped Salad
romaine, tomato, cucumber, watermelon radish, red cabbage, pepitas, lemon vinaigrette(veg, gf)
Tender Sliced Smoked Beef
caramelized onion-horseradish cream(gf)
Chicken Colorado
roasted red pepper-corn salsa, chimichurri(gf)
Smokey Red Potatoes(v,gf)
Roasted Carrots with dill + olive oil(v, gf)
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​California Style
Freekah Salad
mandarins, thai basil, arugula, parmesan, toasted pecans, lemon vinaigrette(v)
Citrus Grilled Chicken
sun dried tomato-artichoke salsa(gf)
Roasted Local Fish
carrot-thyme sauce(gf)
Quinoa
kale, dried cranberries(v, gf)
Oven Roasted Local vegetables(v, gf)​
Baja Style
Chipotle Lime Salad
with romaine, roasted red pepper, black beans, sweet corn, cilantro, chipotle lime dressing(veg, gf)
Ancho Chili Grilled Shrimp
with tomato, cucumber, lemon and red onion salad(gf)
Steak Arrachera
with roasted red pepper-corn salsa (flank steak)(gf)
Achiote Vegetables
potatoes, carrots, broccoli and zucchini(v, gf)
Charro beans
with diced tomato, red onion, bacon & cilantro(gf)