GOURMET MEMORIES

Cocktail Hour Experience

A refined, high-energy cocktail hour experience designed for elevated social gatherings, where guests are encouraged to mingle, move freely, and enjoy continuous culinary service throughout the event.

Perfect for corporate events, galas, banquets, receptions, fundraisers, private celebrations, and wedding cocktail hours, this experience is centered around beautifully crafted small bites, seamless hospitality, and an effortless guest flow.

Every event is fully customizable. Whether you have a favorite cuisine, dietary preference, family recipe, or a unique culinary vision, we will design a bespoke menu exclusively for your event, however we do have a menu below that you can look through if you are looking for some inspiration.

Starts at $75 per guest, price varies on particularities of the service you request.

Experience Overview

This cocktail hour experience is designed for standing receptions and light-seating environments, where the focus is on interaction, networking, and continuous service rather than a formal seated meal.

Guests enjoy a dynamic flow of:

• Tray-passed hors d’oeuvres circulating throughout the event

• Curated grazing stations and display boards

• High-volume, seamless service designed for movement

• Flexible pacing tailored to event energy and timing

Boards & Platters

Designed as elegant grazing features and interactive guest stations.

• Charcuterie Board – $250 (serves approx. 12 guests)

• Mezze Platter – $175 (serves approx. 12 guests)

• Charcuterie Board (Event Size) – $150 per board (serves approx. 10 guests)

• Tinned Fish Platter – $175 per platter (serves approx. 10 guests)

Non-Alcoholic Beverage Bar

A self-serve refreshment station designed to complement guest flow and encourage effortless access throughout the event.

Includes:

• Fresh lemonade

• Sparkling apple cider cordials

• Infused sparkling water

• Herbal and iced teas

Passed Appetizers

$75 per guest (includes selection of 4 passed bites)
Additional selection: +$15 per guest per additional item

Chef-Curated Selection

Seafood & Elevated Bites

Shrimp Ceviche Tostadas
Salmon Sashimi on Crispy Rice – yuzu pearls & lemon aioli (+$15 pp)
Tuna Carpaccio – roasted serrano, ponzu (+$15 pp)
Hamachi Agua de Chile – blue corn tostadas (+$15 pp)
Leche de Tigre Hamachi Ceviche (+$15 pp)
Scallop Crudo – olive oil, lemon, sea salt (+$15 pp)
Gambas al Ajillo – garlic shrimp tapas
Sweet & Sour Shrimp Skewers
Salmon Cakes – tartare sauce
Crab Croquettes – garlic aioli

Beef & Hearty Selections

Filet Mignon on Parmesan Crisps – black garlic aioli (+$15 pp)
Filet Mignon on Toasted Baguette – whipped brie (+$15 pp)
Wagyu Ribeye on Parmesan Crisps – black garlic aioli (+$15 pp)
Steak Board – cowboy butter (+$15 pp)
Beef Meatballs – lemon pesto
Carne en Salsa – slow-cooked garlic white wine beef

Pork Selections

Crispy Pork Belly Tacos Al Pastor – grilled pineapple
Chorizo en Vino – Spanish chorizo in red wine
Prosciutto-Wrapped Goat Cheese – chive oil, whole grain mustard
Belgian Endives – pancetta, Swiss cheese, Dijon

Chicken Selections

Crispy Stuffed Shishito Peppers – chicken filling
Thai Chicken Satay – peanut sauce
Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

Vegetarian Selections

Arancini – pomodoro & garlic aioli
Goat Cheese Tartlets – sun-dried tomato pesto
Mushroom & Caramelized Onion Crostini – ricotta
Sundried Tomato Phyllo Tartlets – goat cheese & confit garlic
Brie & Fig Brioche Crostini – balsamic pearls
Humboldt Fog Crostini – pear & Moscato spread
Caprese Crostini – smoked mozzarella & roasted tomato
Watermelon Feta Skewers – mint lemon dressing

Fruit & Light Options

Seasonal Fruit Platter
Mini Quiche Selection
Pimento Cheese Tartlets
Mini Smash Burger Sliders

Specialty Enhancements

• Caviar Service – market price (custom quote required)

• Cheese Course Add-On – +$15 per guest (typically served toward the end of service)

Bar & Beverage Service

Professional bartender service available upon request:

• Bartender Service – $50/hour

• 8-hour minimum required per event

• Additional bar staff available based on guest count and service style

Full-Service Event Support

In addition to culinary and cocktail hour service, we are able to assist in securing rentals, bar service, and additional vendor needs upon request.

When coordinating third-party vendors, a 15% planning and coordination fee will be applied to the total cost of those vendor services.

This fee includes sourcing, communication, scheduling, logistics coordination, and day-of execution support to ensure a seamless event experience.

Experience Notes

All offerings are designed specifically for elevated cocktail hour service environments, emphasizing flow, guest interaction, and continuous hospitality rather than formal seated dining.

For individually plated or coursed dining experiences, please refer to our Private Dining offerings within our service collection.

Final pricing may vary based on guest count, staffing needs, venue requirements, service style, and customization. Dietary accommodations and premium enhancements are available upon request.