Caprese Bar with Gourmet Salts and Pesto
This food station features a Caprese bar with gourmet salts and pesto. The Caprese salad comes from Italy’s island of Capri in the Gulf of Naples and features mozzarella, tomatoes and basil, topped with salt, fresh pepper and extra virgin … Read more
Dynamic Dual Entrée
Having trouble choosing between chicken and fish? A dual entrée could be a fantastic choice for your party. This mouthwatering entrée includes both Filet Mignon with Horseradish and Lemon-crusted Rockfish. Sides include wild mushroom ragout, baby brussels sprouts, herb gnocchi and madiera … Read more
Chic Crêperie Station
Food stations are a great way to allow party goers to mingle and move about the room. At this party we featured a Crêperies station that served warm buttery crepes with delicious toppings. This station pairs well with a specialty … Read more
Dinner at The Folger Shakespeare Library
Warm tones of gold and ivory styled this Design Cuisine dinner at the Folger Shakespeare Library, home of the world’s largest Shakespeare collection. The Renaissance chairs added a dramatic element that complemented the carved oak paneling. The tables were adorned with … Read more
Hats Off to Chocolate ~ The Studio Theatre’s 2013 Annual Gala
It was a hat inspired menu for the Studio Theatre’s 2013 Annual Gala “the Mad Hat Gala”. Design Cuisine chefs created these hat inspired Pistachio Chocolate Beanies. Top hats were used to pass friandise with coffee service. Party goers enjoyed … Read more
The President’s Seat ~ Inauguration 2013
January 21 started early for our team as we prepared for the Inauguration luncheon held at the Capitol. Using farm fresh and local ingredients, the three-course meal was filled with luxurious flavors presented poetically on white china. The tables were … Read more
Get the Scoop ~ Our Homemade Ice Cream
Nothing delights guests more than old-fashioned, Design Cuisine’s homemade ice-cream. Our capable servers invited guests over to a nostalgic station of the most pure and creamy flavors. Vanilla Bean is always a favorites along with a few more non-traditional flavors, … Read more
Sizzling Mini Skillets with Beef Brisket and Spoon Bread
Adding flair to a traditionally Southern meal, we served sizzling hot Beef Brisket and Spoon Bread in individual mini skillets. Design Cuisine has a reputation for our impressive homemade spoon bread. Spoon bread became popular in the South around the … Read more
A Meal Fit for a President ~ Inauguration 2013
We are so excited to announce that Design Cuisine has been selected again this year to serve the president at the inaugural luncheon. Our renowned Chef Shannon Shaffer is leading the team for what some consider the most high-profile event … Read more
Vegetarians can have more fun…
With a healthy start this new year, party goers enjoyed this tasteful vegetarian entree of Basil Gnocchi, Morel Mushrooms, Truffled Goat Cheese, Grilled Asparagus, and Peas. In efforts to support local produce and sustainability, Design Cuisine purchases from local farmers … Read more