Ali's Catering
(415) 608-7361
 

Cooking has been my passion since I could reach the kitchen sink. I have had some formal training but mostly I am self taught. My food is inspired by the cultures I have an affinity to. All the ingredients are the freshest of the season. Quality and fun are the best description of my food. I do all my own cooking and buffet design therefore I can accommodate smaller groups up to 100 people.

Pricing is based on menu choice, number of people, location and duration of event. I look forward to serving you.

Warmest Regards,
Ali Tejeda

 

Ali’s Sample Catering Menus


  Hawaiian Paniolo BBQ
  Rancho Carne Asada Dinner
  Caribbean Dinner
  Mediterranean Nights Dinner
  Like Water for Chocolate, Mexican Dinner
  The Big Night, Italian Dinner
  Californian Alfresco Lunch
  Fiesta Espanola
  Nuit le Tahiti
  Farmers Market Dinner
  Casual Dinner
  Wedding Banquet Menu
 
 

Other menus can be created especially for your event.

 

 
  Hawaiian Paniolo BBQ

Appetizers
  Miso-shoyu Chicken Wings
  Shrimp, Mango Salsa w/ Tortilla Chips

Main Course
  Paniolo Pork Ribs or
  Pan Seared Teriyaki Salmon
  Steamed Rice
  Hawaii’s Plate Lunch Macaroni Salad
  Green Salad

Dessert
  Malia’s Pineapple Upside-down Cake
 

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  Rancho Carne Asada Dinner

Appetizers
  Guacamole & Tortilla Chips
  Salsa Mexicana (fresh tomatoes, jalapeno chilies, onion & cilantro)
  Salsa Ranchera (spicy hot)
  Fresh Radishes, Pickled Jalapenos & Carrots

Main Course
  Carne Asada (thinly sliced grilled meat)
  Roasted Corn
  Pinto Beans
  Grilled Spring Onions and Chilies
  Tortillas

Dessert
  Tropical Fruits and assorted Mexican Cookies
 

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  Caribbean Dinner

Appetizers
  Shrimp, Jicama & Mango Salad
  Caribbean Guacamole & Chips

Main Course
  Coconut Rice
  Black Beans
  Vegetable Rundown
  Jerk Chicken
  Fried Plátanos
  Green Salad

Dessert
  Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
 

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  Mediterranean Nights

Appetizers
  Mixed Olives
  Roasted & Marinated Eggplant and Peppers Goat Cheese
  French bread

Main Course
  Fresh Tomatoes Salad in Olive Oil & Lemon
  Sautéed Greens with Pine nuts
  Couscous with vegetables
  Grilled butter flied Leg of Lamb marinated in Garlic, Olive Oil, and
  Pomegranate Molasses

Dessert
  Medjool Dates
  Fresh Fruit
 

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  “Like Water for Chocolate” Mexican Dinner

Appetizers
  Guacamole
  Salsa Mexicana &
  Tortilla Chips

Main Course
  
Chicken Enchiladas with Chili Rojo (Red Chili
  Sauce) or Salsa Verde (Green Sauce), or Crab
  Enchiladas in Salsa Verde (Green Sauce)

  Pinto or Black Beans
  Mexican Rice
  Shredded Cabbage, Sliced Radish & Onions &
  Tomatoes Condiments

Dessert
  Chocolate Brownies with Strawberries
 

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  “The Big Night” Italian Dinner

Appetizers
  Tomato, Buffalo Mozzarella & Basil Salad
  Eggplant Caponanta
  Pesto Dipping Sauce
  French bread

Main Course
  Rigatoni with Oxtail Ragu or
  Baked Penne with Seasonal Roasted Vegetables
  Arugula, Fennel & Gorgonzola Salad

Dessert
  Dianda’s Almond Tort
 

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  Alfresco Buffet Lunch

Appetizer
  Elegant Cheese & Grapes Platter
  Guacamole & Tortilla Chips
  Shrimp & Mango Salad
  Assorted Bruschetta

Entrée
  Tomato, Buffalo Mozzarella & Basil Salad
  Aldente Green Beans in Garlic, Olive Oil & Lemon Zest
  dressing
  Baked Salmon in Citrus marinade
  Grilled Flat Iron Steak
  Purple & Red Potato Salad with Crab

Dessert
  Fresh Fruit Tray and Assorted Cookies
 

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  Fiesta Espanola

Appetizers
  Manchego Cheese with Membrillo
  Olives

Main Course
  Paella Valenciana
  Ensalada Espanola
  French bread

Dessert
  Flan
 

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  Nuit Le Tahiti

Appetizers
  Mini Proscuitto, Brie and Fig Confit Sandwiches
  Spicy Garlic Shrimp
  Brie Wheel & Grapes
  French Baguette

Entrée
  Chicken Fafa
  Steamed Rice or Potatoes Gratin
  Steamed Aldente Vegetables with Aioli
  Sensual Salad Bar
  Tropical Fruit Platter

Dessert
  Coconut Ice Cream
 

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  Farmers Market Dinner

Antipasto Platters
  Grilled Sweet Peppers, Zucchini & Eggplant
  Fresh Local Goat Cheese
  Artichoke & Parmesan Dip
  Fresh Baked French bread

Entrée
  Marinated Grilled Flat Iron Steak
  Rosemary Garlic Potatoes
  Roasted Asparagus with Gremolata
  Organic Greens with Fennel and Blood Orange in Citrus Vinaigrette

Dessert
  Fresh Fruit Cobbler
 

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  Casual Dinner

Appetizers
  Antipasto Platter
  Olives, salami, cheese and artichoke spread
  French bread

Entrée
  Baked Penne with Roasted Local Vegetables
  Grilled Chicken and Apple Sausages with
  Caramelized Onions and Sweet
  Peppers
  Mixed Greens Salad with Fennel and Oranges

Dessert
  Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Cheesecake
 

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  Wedding Banquet Menu

Appetizers
  Seasonal aldente vegetable platters with aioli dip
  Assorted roasted sweet peppers in olive oil and
  garlic
  Fresh local goat cheese & French bread
  Cold Shrimp with cocktail sauce
  Spicy garlic shrimp

Entrée
  Roasted Pork Loin wrapped in Applewood Smoked Bacon
  Rosemary new potatoes
  Broiled Salmon in a citrus marinade
  Green beans with garlic, lemon zest and olive oil
  Organic mixed greens and fennel with blood orange
  vinaigrette
  Artisan dinner rolls

Dessert
  Wedding Cake
 

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