Bon Appétit at California Institute of the Arts 24700 McBean Parkway Valencia, CA 91355 661-253-7855 café@calarts.edu
To learn more, visit us online at: calarts.cafebonappetit.com or scan QR code.
C ATERING BY BON APPÉTIT AT CALARTS
WHAT ARE YOU ENVISIONING?
BELLS AND WHISTLES
An elegant banquet for VIP alumni? Tasty (and nutritious) lunches for a meeting or seminar? A fun homecoming barbecue? Whatever your vision is, we’re here for you. With 30+ years of experience as caterers and event professionals, we delight in attending to the details of your event — whether it’s big or small.
China and Disposables
Our flexible, seasonally inspired catering menus are just the start. Have a big event on the horizon? Your Bon Appétit chef will collaborate with you to create a custom menu that fits the style of your event and the tastes of your guests. As is the case with all of the food we cook at CalArts, our catered meals are always made from scratch with ingredients inspired by the season, many of which are sourced locally. But, our commitment to you doesn’t stop with the food. Our events team offers creative planning services to help you make your vision come to life. On the day of your event, they’ll be right there with you to ensure that everything from decor and setup to service and event flow are thoughtfully and professionally executed.
Linens Linens for buffet tables are included with all food and beverage orders. Additional white table linens for seating tables and water stations are available for $5 each (standard 85’ x 85’). White linen napkins are $.25 each. Specialty linens will be market priced. To guarantee availability, please place your linen order one week in advance of your event/meeting.
THE FINE PRINT Revisions and Cancellations Event catering orders, including guest count and menu changes, must be finalized at least three business days prior to your event. Please be advised that cancellations must be received at least 24 hours prior to your event.
CONNECT WITH US Place an Order Online To plan your function please log into calarts.catertrax.com and create your on-line profile using your last name as your login.
Catering Sales Office For assistance or special orders feel free to contact the catering office: 661-253-7855
We are very mindful of the environmental impact of our operations and offer complimentary melamine service platters for your catering needs. For special events, house china service is available for parties up to 75 guests. For groups larger than 75 guests, a rental fee will apply. China service requires additional labor. An additional fee will be added based on the number of guests.
café@calarts.edu
Business Hours Please visit our café website at calarts.cafebonappetit.com for current hours of operation. Events taking place before or after regular business hours are subject to a service fee
Labor If servers are required for your event, an additional labor charge will apply. Serving staff are charged at a rate of $23 per hour per server, for a minimum of four hours. Please plan to allow service staff one hour for event set-up and one hour for event breakdown, in addition to the duration of your event.
Set-up and Pick-up Unless otherwise requested, your order will be ready 15 minutes prior to the event start time and picked up within 30 minutes after the event end time. To allow sufficient time for our team to set-up and breakdown your event, please make your room reservations with at least a 30-minute window before and after your event.
BREAKFAST Eight-person minimum order for buffets.
Coffee Break | $2.95 per person Freshly brewed regular and decaf coffee, and a selection of teas Regular coffee only for $2.50 per person
Mini Continental | $7.00 per person Assorted freshly baked muffins and breakfast pastries, chilled fruit juice, freshly brewed regular and decaf coffee, and a selection of teas Add a seasonal fruit platter $2.50 per person
Great Break | $9.00 per person Seasonal fruit platter, assorted yogurt cups, scones, muffins, bagels and cream cheese, butter, jams, chilled fruit juice, freshly brewed regular and decaf coffee, and a selection of teas
The Classic | $11.00 per person Fluffy scrambled eggs with home-fried potatoes, choice of bacon or sausage, assorted pastries, seasonal fresh fruit, chilled fruit juice, freshly brewed regular and decaf coffee, and a selection of teas
Yogurt Parfait | $3.75 per person Greek yogurt, house made fruit compote, granola, and fresh berries Vegan parfait available upon request
BREAKFAST Breakfast Burrito | $8.00 per person Bacon egg cheese, sausage egg cheese, egg and cheese, or vegan tofu scramble with vegan cheese
Breakfast Sandwich | $8.00 per person Cage-free scrambled eggs, with your choice of sliced bread, bagel, or butter croissant Bacon, sausage, or ham. Cheese is optional
Lox and Bagel Platter | $12.00 per person Fresh lox, assorted bagels, red onion, tomato slices, cucumber, capers, and cream cheese spread
BAKERY Baker’s dozen of donuts | $24.00 Baker’s dozen of assorted pastries and muffins | $24.00
SALAD
SALAD
All salads are served with bread and butter, fresh baked cookies and iced water and iced tea. Eight-person minimum order for buffets.
Bistro Salad | $16.00 per person
Classic Chicken Caesar | $13.00 per person Chicken breast, romaine, Parmesan cheese, garlic croutons, and classic Caesar dressing
California Cobb | $14.00 per person
Mixed greens, sliced Brie cheese, apples, grapes, roasted chicken breast, candied pecans, and apple cider vinaigrette
Mexican Style Tri-Tip Salad | $16.00 per person Grilled tri-tip with fresh baby greens, tomatoes, shredded cheddar and Jack, roasted corn, black beans, fried tortilla and onion strings, and barbecue-ranch dressing
Romaine lettuce, roasted chicken breast, crumbled bacon, tomatoes, sliced hard-boiled egg, diced avocado, blue cheese, and house-made ranch dressing
Basil Pesto Quinoa | $13.00 per person
Southwestern Chopped Barbecue Chicken Salad | $14.00 per person
Shrimp Louis | $18.00 per person
English peas, asparagus, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, toasted almonds, white quinoa, roasted tofu and basil pesto
Chicken breast, black beans, red cabbage, roasted corn, tomatoes, tortilla strips, shredded cheese, barbecue sauce, and buttermilk ranch dressing
Shrimp, hard hard-boiled, cherry tomatoes, avocado, romaine, and Louis dressing
Italian Chopped Salad | $13.00 person
Niçoise | $19.00 per person
Salami, mozzarella, pepperoncini, tomatoes, romaine lettuce, garbanzo beans, olives, and red wine-herb vinaigrette
Greek Salad | $13.00 per person Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, pepperoncini, feta cheese, chicken breast, kalamata olives and red wine vinaigrette
Seared ahi tuna, haricot verts, hard-boiled egg, potatoes, kalamata olives, tomatoes, Bibb lettuce and spring mix, and red wine vinaigrette
SANDWICHES AND WRAPS
THEMED BUFFETS LUNCH AND DINNER
All sandwiches and wraps are available with two or three sides, and iced tea. Side options include: pasta salad, mixed greens, Kettle chips, seasonal fruit, freshly baked cookies. Eight-person minimum order
Hot entrée buffets include salad, entrée, vegetable, starch, freshly baked cookies and iced tea. Eight-person minimum order.
Italiano | $15.00 per person
Two sides | $13.00 per person Three sides | $14.50 per person
Mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette, Italian bolognese baked ziti or pesto pasta with grilled chicken, roasted seasonal vegetables and warm rolls and butter
Turkey Club Sandwich
The Bento Box | $15.00 per person
Shaved turkey breast, Swiss cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and avocado on sourdough
Asian-style spicy slaw Traditional beef and broccoli or Kung Pao chicken Stir-fried seasonal vegetables with fresh ginger Steamed jasmine rice Vegetable egg rolls
Roasted Vegetable and Goat Cheese Roasted seasonal vegetables with spinach, goat cheese, and lemon aioli in a spinach tortilla
Buffalo Chicken Wrap Crispy chicken in buffalo sauce, blue cheese, lettuce, red onion, in a sun-dried tomato wrap
Roasted Chicken and Barbecue Ranch Sandwich Herb-marinated roasted chicken, crispy bacon, smoked gouda, lettuce, and barbecue ranch dressing on sourdough
Chicken Caesar Wrap Grilled chicken, Parmesan croutons, shredded romaine, and tangy Caesar dressing in a spinach tortilla
Italian Hero Salami, smoked ham, provolone, pepperoncini, lettuce, tomato, and Italian dressing on a French roll
Caprese Sandwich Heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, spring mix, and basil pesto on a ciabatta roll
The Smokehouse Coffee-rubbed flank steak | $19.00 per person 24 hour smoked pork loin | $17.00 per person Local mixed green salad with champagne vinaigrette Sauteed mushrooms House made baked beans Garlic mashed potatoes Rolls and butter
Southern Comfort | $15.00 per person House-made slaw Boneless fried chicken breast Baked mac ‘n’ cheese Roasted corn on the cob Jalapeno cornbread
THEMED BUFFETS LUNCH AND DINNER The Taqueria Cliantro lime chicken | $15.00 Carne Asada | $18.00 Grilled Fish | $17.00 Includes Spanish rice and pinto beans, pico de gallo, sour cream, cheese, shredded lettuce, 6’ warm flour or corn tortillas, and tortilla chip
The Mediterranean | $15.00 per person Greek salad with feta cheese, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and red wine vinaigrette Baked lemon-oregano chicken with minted cucumber yogurt Lemon- and herb-roasted potatoes Roasted seasonal vegetables Warm pita bread
HEARTHSTONE OVEN PIZZA Hand made dough and pizza sauce - prepared daily!
14’ Cheese Pizza* | $12.00 Add-on toppings Vegetable toppings | $1.00 ea. Onion, mushrooms, bell pepper, tomato, basil, artichoke hearts, spinach, arugula
Protein toppings | $1.50 ea. pepperoni, bacon, ham, chicken, shrimp, buffalo mozzarella *Vegan Cheese available upon request
Gluten-free personal pizza | $8.00 includes three toppings
GRAND SERVICE MEALS Eight-person minimum order. All full-service lunches and/or dinners are served with choice of fresh salad, entrée, freshly baked rolls and butter, choice of specialty dessert, Iced tea or coffee service.
Chicken Cacciatore | $18.00 per person Jidori chicken with creamy mascarpone polenta, cacciatore sauce, and ocal sauteed rainbow chard
Moroccan Chicken | $18.00 per person Spiced chicken breast with an apricot chutney, couscous pilaf and roasted baby carrots
Hanger Steak | $20.00 per person with romesco sauce, garlic mashed potatoes, and green bean almondine
Blackened Salmon | $21.00 per person Roasted Weiser Farms red potatoes and grilled asparagus
Stuffed Portabella Mushroom | $18.00 per person Roasted portable mushroom filled with spinach ricotta and topped with local basil pesto sauce served with roasted red potatoes and seasonal vegetables
Rustic Vegetables Zoodles | $18.00 per person Zucchini, yellow squash, carrot zoodles topped with seasonal vegetables and rustic tomato sauce
Pitchers of iced water are complimentary and are included with all catering service orders. Add bottled sodas, waters, and/or teas for $2.25 per person. Add coffee and tea service for $2.25 per person.
HORS D’OEUVRES
SOMETHING SWEET
Select one item and we’ll prepare two pieces/portions per person unless otherwise noted. For before-dinner hors d’oeuvres, please plan for four to six pieces per person. For hors d’oeuvres receptions, please plan for eight to twelve pieces per person. Eight-person minimum order.
Eight piece per order per item minimum.
Cold Items California crudité with ranch dipping sauce Greek dip duo with pita Seasonal fruit Antipasto board Artisan cheese and cracker display with dried fruits and nuts Chips and salsa guacamole Prosciutto and melon Brie and cranberry tart Truffled deviled eggs Hothouse cucumber cup Caprese skewer Assorted Italian meat board Toasted crostini and tomato and basil bruschetta Avocado Tartar on a sweet potato disk Hearts of palm ceviche Ahi tuna tartar on a crispy wonton chip
$2.50 per person $2.50 per person $2.50 per person $3.50 per person $4.50 per person $2.50 per person $3.50 per person $4.00 per person $3.00 per person $2.20 per person $2.00 per person $2.50 per person $6.00 per person $3.00 per person $3.50 per person $3.50 per person $6.00 per person
Hot Items Chicken tandoori skewer Buffalo chicken bites Vegetarian spring roll Teriyaki beef skewers Ratatouille tart Coconut shrimp Spinach pinwheels Tempura zucchini and mushrooms Old fashioned potato skins Pork dumplings steamed or fried
$3.50 per person $3.50 per person $3.50 per person $3.75 per person $3.00 per person $4.50 per person $2.75 per person $2.75 per person $3.00 per person $3.50 per person
Chocolate Ganache Mini Bundt Cake Cheesecake Chimichanga New York Style Cheesecake Apple Brown Butter Tart Chocolate Chip Cannoli Lemon Bar Raspberry Streusel Bar Blondie Bar
$4.00 each $4.00 each $4.50 each $5.00 each $5.00 each $2.50 each $2.50 each $2.50 each
BY THE DOZEN Jumbo Chocolate Dipped Coconut Macaroon | $40.00 per dozen French Macarons | $27.00 per dozen Fresh Baked Cookies | $18.00 per dozen Chocolate chip, sugar cookie, oatmeal raisin, and snickerdoodle Fudge Brownies | $18.00 per dozen **Specialty Cakes, Pies, and other full-size desserts for a crowd are available, please inquire within!