Dinner Stations
Discover a dining experience that's as entertaining as it is delicious with Terra Catering & Events' chef-attended dinner stations. Designed to bring guests together, our interactive stations feature fresh, locally sourced ingredients prepared to order by our culinary team, creating an unforgettable experience for corporate events, weddings, galas, private parties, and celebrations throughout San Diego. From Baja street tacos and Spanish paella to Tuscan wood fired pizzas, ramen, risotto, poke bowls, and globally inspired chef specialties, every station is thoughtfully crafted to deliver restaurant-quality cuisine with the energy and excitement of live cooking. Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering or a large-scale event, our customizable dinner stations allow guests to explore bold flavors while enjoying a truly interactive farm-to-table dining experience.
Chef's Small Plate Collection
Restaurant-inspired tasting plates, individually composed and served by our chefs.
Choice of One
(add a second Chef composed plate for $14.99)
Meyer Lemon Salmon
Grilled Atlantic salmon over creamy meyer lemon risotto with caramelized fennel and citrus herb oil.
Baja Market Fish
Seared local white fish with curried carrot purée, roasted vegetables and mango gastrique.
Macadamia Crusted Local Fish
Coconut basmati rice, grilled pineapple and rum beurre blanc.
Bistro Flat Iron Steak
Honey-peppercorn demi-glace, grilled seasonal vegetables and roasted fingerling potatoes.
Twelve-Hour Braised Beef Short Rib
Three-cheese Yukon Gold mash, roasted Brussels sprouts and red wine reduction.
Chicken Mole
quinoa pilaf, charred scallions and toasted pepitas.
Chicken Tinga
Chipotle black beans, grilled Mexican street corn, pickled vegetable escabeche and cotija.
Vegetarian Option
Wild Mushroom & Parmesan Polenta
Roasted seasonal mushrooms, grilled asparagus, basil oil and crispy shallots.
Seasonal Rotation
Spring
English Pea Risotto with Seared Salmon
Herb Chicken with Spring Vegetables
Summer
Local White Fish with Corn Succotash
Flat Iron Steak with Grilled Peaches
Fall
Short Rib with Root Vegetable Purée
Chicken with Wild Mushroom Risotto
Winter
Braised Lamb
Beef Bourguignon
Butternut Squash Ravioli
Tuscan Flatbread Pizza Table
Brie, Fig & Prosciutto
balsamic syrup drizzle, baby arugula
Spicy Sausage & Tomato
fresh mozzarella, chopped basil
Spinach & Mushroom
caramelized onion, calabrian chili oil, shaved parmesan
Carving Station
**served with basket of petit rolls**
Choice of two meats for 8oz total:
Roasted Pork Loin
with ginger apricot chutney
Santa Maria Tri tip
with chimichurri
Sage Roasted Turkey
with cranberry orange chutney
Herb Crusted Sirloin
with red wine mushroom sauce
Teriyaki Flank Steak
with ginger sauteed mushrooms
**for an additional charge: pepper crusted prime rib, beef tenderloin
with mushroom demi glaze, or herb crusted rack of lamb
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Wood Fired Pizza Station
Burrata and Heirloom Tomato
Fresh burrata, heirloom tomatoes, basil pesto, extra virgin olive oil & aged balsamic
Al Pastor Chicken
Achiote-marinated chicken, roasted pineapple, pickled red onions, cilantro & cotija
Wild Mushroom
Roasted wild mushrooms, caramelized onions, thyme, whipped goat cheese & truffle oil
Mediterranean Garden (Vegan)
Roasted eggplant, zucchini, peppers, artichokes, olives, hummus, harissa & fresh herbs
BBQ Tri-Tip (+$3)
Grilled tri-tip, roasted garlic cream, caramelized onions, blue cheese & arugula
Baja Street Corn
Roasted corn, cotija, crema, poblano, cilantro & Tajín
Slider Bar
Choice of two, served on slider buns
BBQ Chicken
citrus slaw, crispy onion, chipotle aioli
Classic Angus Beef
sharp cheddar, caramelized onion, bibb lettuce, truffle aioli
Grilled Steak
thinly sliced grilled tri tip, caramelized shallots
baby arugula, dijonnaise
Pulled Pork
honey-rum glaze, spicy pickle chips, melted gruyere cheese
Smoked BBQ Oyster Mushroom (Vegan)
citrus slaw, crispy onions & vegan chipotle aioli
Parmesan herb fries (add 4)
Truffle fries (add $5)
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California Shawarma Bowl Station
Chicken Shawarma
Crispy Falafel (Vegan)
Beef Shawarma (+$3)
Served over turmeric basmati rice with Israeli salad, cucumber pickles, feta, Kalamata olives, crispy chickpeas, fresh herbs, pickled onions, lemon and warm pita.
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Finished with your choice of tahini, garlic toum or spicy zhoug.​
Pacific Poke Bowl Station
Choice of Two Proteins
Shoyu Ahi Tuna
Hawaiian Salmon Poke
Sesame Tofu (Vegan)
Served over sushi rice, brown rice or mixed greens.
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Customize your bowl with wakame seaweed salad, avocado, cucumber, edamame, watermelon radish, shredded carrots, scallions, crispy wontons, sesame seeds, furikake and pickled ginger.
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Finished with your choice of spicy sriracha aioli, ponzu soy, sweet chili glaze or wasabi aioli.
Heirloom Tamal Bar
Fresh stone-ground masa cooked & topped
with your choice of three:
Chicken Tinga
Pork Chile Verde
Wild Mushroom & Zucchini Rajas
or Tofu Chile Verde
(Upgrade to Mole-Braised Beef Short Rib +$5 per person)
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Finished with cilantro lime crema, cotija cheese, pickled red onions, shredded lettuce
toasted pepitas, fresh cilantro and house-made salsas.
Optional Premium Additions
Elote Street Corn, Pickled Jalapeños, Avocado Salsa
Charred Corn Relish, Fresh Guacamole, Crispy Chicharrón Crumble
+$2 each per person
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Baja Street Taco Bar
Choice of Three Fillings
Citrus-Marinated Carne Asada
Baja Local Catch
Chicken Tinga
Slow-Braised Pork Carnitas
Roasted Potato & Tofu (Vegan)
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Served with warm street-style corn tortillas, citrus curtido, cilantro, onions, cotija, radishes, lime wedges, smoky guajillo salsa and serrano avocado salsa.
Chipotle Black Beans and Cilantro Lime Rice
Fresh Guacamole +$3 per person
Flour Tortillas +$1 per person
Spanish Paella Station
Traditional saffron-infused paella prepared live with chicken, shrimp, clams, Spanish chorizo, roasted peppers, onions, garlic, green beans, peas and piquillo peppers.
Served alongside an Andalusian Gazpacho Salad with cucumber, heirloom tomatoes, avocado, herbs, serrano chile, lime and fleur de sel.
Classic – Chicken & Chorizo
Traditional Valenciana - Chicken, Chorizo, Shrimp & Clams
Mariscos - Shrimp, Clams, Mussels, Scallops & Local Catch
(Vegetarian Garden Paella available upon request)
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Ramen Station
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Fresh ramen noodles cooked to order with your choice of:
Rich Tonkotsu Broth with braised pork belly
Miso-Ginger Vegetable Broth with crispy tofu (vegan)
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Finished with chef-selected garnishes including soy egg, bok choy, enoki mushrooms, bean sprouts, scallions, kimchi, shelled edamame, toasted nori, sesame seeds, chili crisp and togarashi.
Vegetable or Pork Gyoza
California Summer Risotto Station
Creamy Arborio risotto finished to with California sweet corn, roasted heirloom tomatoes, baby zucchini, basil, white wine and Parmesan.
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Choice of One
Herb-Grilled Atlantic Salmon
Lemon Herb Chicken
Wild Mushroom Medley (Vegan)
Finished with micro basil, lemon oil and shaved Parmesan.
Grilled Panini Station
Choice of 3 panini selections:
Turkey Club
Roasted turkey breast, smoked gouda, applewood bacon, vine-ripened tomato, baby arugula & roasted garlic aioli
Prosciutto & Fig
Prosciutto, triple cream brie, fig jam & baby arugula
Steakhouse
Grilled tri-tip, caramelized onions, provolone, horseradish cream & baby arugula
Caprese
Fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, basil pesto & aged balsamic reduction
Cubano
Slow-roasted pork, smoked ham, Swiss
spicy pickle chips & Dijon aioli
Manchego & Apple (Vegetarian)
Spanish Manchego, crisp Granny Smith apples, caramelized onions, baby arugula & fig jam
Grilled Vegetable (Vegan)
Roasted zucchini, eggplant, peppers, tapenade
basil pesto (vegan) & balsamic glaze
Chicken Pesto
Grilled herb chicken, roasted tomatoes, mozzarella, basil pesto & baby spinach
Served with your choice of one chef-inspired soup
or one seasonal farm salad
Pacific Rim Wok Station
Chef-prepared over a blazing wok.
Fresh vegetables flash-fired over high heat in a blazing wok.
Choice of Two
Ginger Beef
Hoisin BBQ Chicken
Sesame Tofu (Vegan)
Teriyaki Shrimp (+$4)
Finished with: Thai basil, Scallions, Sesame seeds, Crispy shallots
Choice of Jasmine Rice or Teriyaki Noodles.
House-made Thai Peanut, Ginger Soy and Sweet Chili Garlic sauces.