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Elegant Catering for Cocktail Events in Cape Town
At Mad About Food, we believe that small food should make a big impression. Because cocktail functions are all about socializing, Sonja and Paula specialize in “conversation-friendly” menus that look as beautiful as they taste. We bring over 25 years of experience to every tray we serve. Therefore, you can trust our team to provide a seamless and stylish dining experience for your guests.
Moreover, our menu is designed to be incredibly versatile. For example, we offer a range of sophisticated savory canapés like Smoked Salmon with baby capers and Deconstructed Beef Wellington. In addition, our “Small Bowls” are perfect for hungrier guests who still want to mingle. Furthermore, we understand the need for variety. Specifically, we include trendy options like Crispy Sushi Rice and Thai Chicken Spring Rolls that are a massive hit with younger guests and teenagers alike.
Consequently, we handle everything from intimate private parties to large-scale corporate launches. Based in Muizenberg, we provide full-service catering across the Southern Suburbs, Northern Suburbs, and the Winelands. Additionally, we offer professional waitstaff to ensure your event flows perfectly. In short, if you are looking for the most creative Cocktail Events Cape Town has to offer, Mad About Food is ready to make your celebration unforgettable.
CANAPE, BOWLS & SMALL PLATES
Savoury Canapés
Canape of Smoked salmon and cream cheese with baby capers with lemon & cracked black pepper
Deconstructed Beef wellington with mushroom duxelle and horseradish cream
Canapé of goat’s cheese, sun dried tomato and basil with micro herbs
Tikka masala croquette topped with pickled cucumber & lemon yoghurt
Crispy Sushi rice with spicy tuna tartare, avo, sushi mayo and soy dressing
Beef carpaccio de caprese, chilli, basil on a pinwheel
Char-grilled aubergine rolls filled with feta, sun dried tomato & basil
Mini filo parcels with creamy chicken tikka & pineapple chutney
Thai chicken spring rolls with Asian dipping sauce
Crumbed Mac ‘n Cheese squares topped with chipotle sauce
Rice paper parcels with Thai veg and ginger served with chilli jam
Canape with Asian “bang-bang” chicken
Moroccan beef koftas, spicy Harissa & minted cucumber yoghurt
Crispy Wontons filled with Chicken, Coriander & Coconut served with Asian Soy Dressing
Bruschetta with roast beef and horseradish cream sauce and micro herbs
Mini Moroccan chicken ‘cones’ with peppadew
Sesame Soya glaze beef skewers
Teriyaki chicken and pineapple bamboo skewers
Coconut Curry Chicken Skewers with a spicy peanut dressing
Homemade crunchy vegetable spring rolls, with chilli dipping sauce
Bobotie spring rolls served with “Mrs. Ball’s”
Moroccan chicken spring rolls with sweet chilli sauce
Small Bowl & Plates
Tuna Sashimi Poke Bowls with sushi rice, Cucumber, petits pois, avocado, soy dressing and toasted black sesame seeds
Risotto with beef and rosemary ragu with micro herbs and basil oil
Creamy Mushroom risotto with basil oil and micro leaves
Mexican Corn & brown rice salad with sour cream & salsa
Mini Creamy Chicken & mushroom pot pies topped with filo pastry
Mini Beef & rosemary pot pies with filo pastry
BBQ Chicken Caesar Salad with Garlic Crouton, Parmesan Shavings and Caesar Dressing
Tomato filo rolls with basil cream, semi dried tomato, basil oil & micro herbs
‘Bag’ of Calamari & chips with garlic aioli
Steak & chips – mini BBQ rump steak skewers served with shoestring fries in a paper craft packet
Bowl of Thai green chicken curry topped with fresh coriander & lime
Sticky Thai chicken served with rice noodles and toasted sesame seeds
Melanzane involtini, chickpea filling on roasted red pepper topped with natural yoghurt and balsamic glaze
Classic Hearty Butter Chicken Curry served with Jasmin Rice Poppadum and Cucumber Raita
Basil panna cotta with heirloom tomato, feta, rocket and toasted pumpkin seeds finished with basil oil and balsamic glaze
Mini Glasses with a Classic Prawn and Avocado Cocktail topped with Marie Rose sauce
Panko crumbed Beef Croquettes with Smoky Wood Sauce & peppadew
Dessert Canapés
Mini dark chocolate ganache tart topped with chocolate shavings
Mini white chocolate ganache tart topped with berries (seasonal)
Mini cheesecake with passionfruit coulis
Shot of peppermint crisp ‘tart’
Chocolate & caramel tarte topped with caramel popcorn
“Tiramisu” Biscotti soaked in Espresso and Topped with tiramisu mix and dusted with Cocoa Powder
Mini chocolate brownie squares drizzled with chocolate sauce
Layered dark & white chocolate mousse topped with fresh cream
Crème Brule topped with fresh berries (seasonal)
Miniature Lemon Meringue Pies
Mini fruit tarts filled with custard and topped with fruit
Mini ‘Eton mess’ with berries and fresh cream
