Holiday Parties

The party always ends up in the kitchen, so why not make cooking the point? These menus are fun to make as a group, and then enjoy the fruits of your labors!

Fancy Starters
Wednesday, November 5, 6pm; Deb
Laguna Beach location
Menu: Crab cakes with Champagne vanilla cream sauce; Prosciutto & Gruyere cheese palmiers; Dates stuffed with goat cheese; Home made potato chips & creamy onion dip. Price: $85 per person.

Thanksgiving Leftovers
Sunday, November 23, 2pm; Octavio
Laguna Beach location
Great ideas for AFTER the big turkey feast. Menu: Artichoke, smoked salmon & onion tart; Roasted turkey pot pie with vegetables, potatoes & onions; Poached pear with vanilla ice cream. Price: $85 per person.

Holiday Table Top Raclette Grill & Fondue Cocktail Party
Friday, December 5, 6pm; Marta
Laguna Beach location
If you’ve never experienced a raclette party, you are in for a treat! Menu: Traditional Raclette cheese toasts, Parma ham & fine salami; Mixed grilled bell pepper & fingerling potato-bacon crostini; Marinated grilled shrimp bites; Mini colored goat cheese & grilled onion quesadillas with tomato herb salsa; Classic Swiss cheese & Kirsch fondue with assorted vegetables & fruit dippers; Timeless chocolate fondue. Price: $95 per person, or $115 with wine pairings.

¡Mexican Tamales!
Saturday, December 6, 9:30am; Chef Octavio
Laguna Beach location
A Mexican holiday tradition! Menu: Hand made tamales, stuffed with chicken or beef; Gorditas stuffed with tri tip in red sauce; Churros with cinnamon and sugar. Price: $95 per person.