{"id":82012,"date":"2021-06-17T16:46:45","date_gmt":"2021-06-17T20:46:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/?p=82012"},"modified":"2021-07-26T09:56:12","modified_gmt":"2021-07-26T13:56:12","slug":"2021-outdoor-food-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/2021-outdoor-food-trends","title":{"rendered":"Outdoor Food Trends You&#8217;re Sure To See In 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As restrictions continue to loosen, all signs point to a whole lotta plans for outdoor celebrations! We&#8217;re thinking sunshine, good music, ice-cold adult beverages, and of course, loads of unique and fun catering ideas!<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re planning to host an event at home or you&#8217;re just curious on the food trends as society starts opening back up again, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/caterers\">Toronto&#8217;s top caterers<\/a> share their ideas below!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Famous Chicken &amp; Waffles<\/h2>\n<address class=\"address\"><em>with waffles, buttermilk boneless fried chicken, and spicy peach ketchup<\/em><\/address>\n<div class=\"post-images\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/EventSource.png\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"full-size-image alignnone wp-image-82031\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA5MDAgNjk2IiB3aWR0aD0iOTAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjY5NiIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5ldmVudHNvdXJjZS5jYSUyRmJsb2clMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwNCUyRkV2ZW50U291cmNlLnBuZyIgZGF0YS13PSI5MDAiIGRhdGEtaD0iNjk2IiBkYXRhLWJpcD0iIj48L3N2Zz4=\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Outdoor Food\" width=\"600\" height=\"464\" data-wp-editing=\"1\"  \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"blockquote_author \"><div class=\"blockquote left \"><div class=\"inner-quote\"><p>We have perfected our fried chicken recipe with our Famous Chicken and Waffles included in our picnic meal box for outdoor gathering for all sizes. To us, the boneless buttermilk fried chicken with waffle bites and spicy peach ketchup is a summertime staple - there is just something about fried chicken that reminds us of summer cookouts and neighbourly gatherings.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"details detail-left\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAzMDAgMjg4IiB3aWR0aD0iMzAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjI4OCIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5ldmVudHNvdXJjZS5jYSUyRmJsb2clMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwNCUyRkNocmlzX2hlYWRzaG90LmpwZWciIGRhdGEtdz0iMzAwIiBkYXRhLWg9IjI4OCIgZGF0YS1iaXA9IiI+PC9zdmc+\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Photo of Christopher Matthews\"\/><div class=\"author-wrap\"><span class=\"quote-author\">Christopher Matthews<\/span><span class=\"quote-position\">Executive Chef<\/span><div class=\"quote-event\">Eatertainment<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Jerusalem Spiced Chicken Schnitzel Sandwich<\/h2>\n<address class=\"address\"><em>with pickled, red cabbage, cucumber tabbouleh, pickled chili, tahini ranch, green zhug, brioche bun\u00a0<\/em><\/address>\n<address class=\"address\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Food-Truck-Landscape.jpg\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"full-size-image alignnone wp-image-82144\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA5OTAgNjYwIiB3aWR0aD0iOTkwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjY2MCIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5ldmVudHNvdXJjZS5jYSUyRmJsb2clMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwNCUyRkZvb2QtVHJ1Y2stTGFuZHNjYXBlLmpwZyIgZGF0YS13PSI5OTAiIGRhdGEtaD0iNjYwIiBkYXRhLWJpcD0iIj48L3N2Zz4=\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Outdoor Food\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\"  \/><\/a><\/address>\n<div class=\"blockquote_author \"><div class=\"blockquote right \"><div class=\"inner-quote\"><p>Our new Jerusalem Spiced Chicken Schnitzel Sandwich for this summer season is not the 'typical' fried chicken sandwich. We use seasonally relevant garnishes like green spring herbs for the Zhug and twist up a typical ranch sauce with artisanal tahini and earthy spices like sumac and coriander seed. The tabbouleh incorporates the best tomatoes we can find with preserved lemon and local cucumbers.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"details detail-right\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA0OTQgNTA1IiB3aWR0aD0iNDk0IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUwNSIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5ldmVudHNvdXJjZS5jYSUyRmJsb2clMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwNCUyRlRvYmVuSGVhZFNob3QyLTEuanBnIiBkYXRhLXc9IjQ5NCIgZGF0YS1oPSI1MDUiIGRhdGEtYmlwPSIiPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Photo of Toben Kochman\"\/><div class=\"author-wrap\"><span class=\"quote-author\">Toben Kochman<\/span><span class=\"quote-position\">Executive Chef<\/span><div class=\"quote-event\">Toben Food by Design<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Seafood Paella<\/h2>\n<div class=\"post-images\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/1I5A3583.jpg\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"full-size-image alignnone wp-image-82023\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA5MDAgNjAwIiB3aWR0aD0iOTAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjYwMCIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5ldmVudHNvdXJjZS5jYSUyRmJsb2clMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwNCUyRjFJNUEzNTgzLmpwZyIgZGF0YS13PSI5MDAiIGRhdGEtaD0iNjAwIiBkYXRhLWJpcD0iIj48L3N2Zz4=\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Outdoor Food\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\"  \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"blockquote_author \"><div class=\"blockquote left \"><div class=\"inner-quote\"><p>Individually portioned small plates are on trend this summer and we\u2019ve got a curated collection of seasonal favourites that we can\u2019t wait to share. These mini seafood paellas are the perfect example of what\u2019s hot on the menu.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"details detail-left\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA4MzYgMTAzNyIgd2lkdGg9IjgzNiIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxMDM3IiBkYXRhLXU9Imh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGd3d3LmV2ZW50c291cmNlLmNhJTJGYmxvZyUyRndwLWNvbnRlbnQlMkZ1cGxvYWRzJTJGMjAyMSUyRjA0JTJGQW1hbmNpby1kb3MtU2FudG9zLS5qcGciIGRhdGEtdz0iODM2IiBkYXRhLWg9IjEwMzciIGRhdGEtYmlwPSIiPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Photo of Amancio dos Santos\"\/><div class=\"author-wrap\"><span class=\"quote-author\">Amancio dos Santos<\/span><span class=\"quote-position\">Executive Chef<\/span><div class=\"quote-event\">Kiss the Cook<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Antipasto and Insalata Caprese Skewers<\/h2>\n<address class=\"address\"><em>with Prosciutto, Cantaloupe, Capicollo, Bocconcini, Basil, Kalamata olives, and heirloom cherry tomatoes, bocconcini fresh basil drizzled with balsamic glaze<\/em><\/address>\n<div class=\"post-images\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/424U2402.jpg\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"full-size-image alignnone wp-image-82024\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA5MDAgNjAwIiB3aWR0aD0iOTAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjYwMCIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5ldmVudHNvdXJjZS5jYSUyRmJsb2clMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwNCUyRjQyNFUyNDAyLmpwZyIgZGF0YS13PSI5MDAiIGRhdGEtaD0iNjAwIiBkYXRhLWJpcD0iIj48L3N2Zz4=\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Outdoor Food\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\"  \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"blockquote_author \"><div class=\"blockquote left \"><div class=\"inner-quote\"><p>One of our favourite and most popular food items for this summer are our antipasto skewers and our Insalata Caprese skewers. Both the skewer items are perfect for the summer as they are light and refreshing. They have a great combination of flavors and it's COVID friendly since they are individually plated for guests.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"details detail-left\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAyMjUwIDE2ODgiIHdpZHRoPSIyMjUwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjE2ODgiIGRhdGEtdT0iaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZ3d3cuZXZlbnRzb3VyY2UuY2ElMkZibG9nJTJGd3AtY29udGVudCUyRnVwbG9hZHMlMkYyMDIxJTJGMDQlMkZyb3NoYW4taGVhZHNob3Q1LmpwZyIgZGF0YS13PSIyMjUwIiBkYXRhLWg9IjE2ODgiIGRhdGEtYmlwPSIiPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Photo of Roshan Wanasingha\"\/><div class=\"author-wrap\"><span class=\"quote-author\">Roshan Wanasingha<\/span><span class=\"quote-position\">Co-owner and Executive Chef<\/span><div class=\"quote-event\">Ma-Ro Catering<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Heirloom Tomato &amp; Buffalo Mozzarella Platter<\/h2>\n<address class=\"address\"><em>with heirloom tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, basil, pickled cucumber, and marinated olives<\/em><\/address>\n<div class=\"post-images\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Pusateris_HeirloomTomatoBuffaloMozzarella.jpg\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"full-size-image alignnone wp-image-82027\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA5MDAgNTY2IiB3aWR0aD0iOTAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjU2NiIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5ldmVudHNvdXJjZS5jYSUyRmJsb2clMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwNCUyRlB1c2F0ZXJpc19IZWlybG9vbVRvbWF0b0J1ZmZhbG9Nb3p6YXJlbGxhLmpwZyIgZGF0YS13PSI5MDAiIGRhdGEtaD0iNTY2IiBkYXRhLWJpcD0iIj48L3N2Zz4=\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Outdoor Food\" width=\"600\" height=\"377\"  \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"blockquote_author \"><div class=\"blockquote right \"><div class=\"inner-quote\"><p>The Heirloom Tomato &amp; Buffalo Mozzarella platter can enlighten your outdoor experience this summer. A combination of heirloom tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, basil, pickled cucumber, and marinated olives make this a great side for any outdoor gathering.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"details detail-right\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAyMjUgMjI1IiB3aWR0aD0iMjI1IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjIyNSIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5ldmVudHNvdXJjZS5jYSUyRmJsb2clMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwNCUyRmRvd25sb2FkLnBuZyIgZGF0YS13PSIyMjUiIGRhdGEtaD0iMjI1IiBkYXRhLWJpcD0iIj48L3N2Zz4=\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Photo of \"\/><div class=\"author-wrap\"><span class=\"quote-author\"><\/span><span class=\"quote-position\"><\/span><div class=\"quote-event\">Pusateri's Fine Foods<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Grilled Pickerel<\/h2>\n<address class=\"address\"><em>with pickerel, asparagus, pickled ramps, and spring greens\u00a0<\/em><\/address>\n<div class=\"post-images\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Spring-Dish-.png\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"full-size-image alignnone wp-image-82035\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA5MDAgOTAwIiB3aWR0aD0iOTAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjkwMCIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5ldmVudHNvdXJjZS5jYSUyRmJsb2clMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwNCUyRlNwcmluZy1EaXNoLS5wbmciIGRhdGEtdz0iOTAwIiBkYXRhLWg9IjkwMCIgZGF0YS1iaXA9IiI+PC9zdmc+\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Outdoor Food\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"  \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"blockquote_author \"><div class=\"blockquote right \"><div class=\"inner-quote\"><p>The spring and summer seasons are perfect for working with sustainable fish, and we have a Grilled Pickerel dish that I\u2019m really excited about. The fish, which comes from Lake Huron, is accompanied by a Fennel Leek Anglaise and Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce. We add Grilled Asparagus, Pickled Ramps, and locally foraged Spring Greens to complete a balance of sweet, sour, and savory that I just love. This dish is light, gluten-free, and it\u2019s comprised of ingredients that all come from Ontario.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"details detail-right\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAzMjAgMzIwIiB3aWR0aD0iMzIwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjMyMCIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5ldmVudHNvdXJjZS5jYSUyRmJsb2clMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMTglMkYwOSUyRkFkcmlhbjMucG5nIiBkYXRhLXc9IjMyMCIgZGF0YS1oPSIzMjAiIGRhdGEtYmlwPSIiPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Photo of Adrian Niman\"\/><div class=\"author-wrap\"><span class=\"quote-author\">Adrian Niman<\/span><span class=\"quote-position\">Executive Chef\/Founder<\/span><div class=\"quote-event\">Food Dudes<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>S\u2019mores in a Jar<\/h2>\n<address class=\"address\"><em>with marshmallow, chocolate, and toasted graham cracker crumble<\/em><\/address>\n<div class=\"post-images\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Oliver-Bonacini-Venue-Catering-Dessert-Platter-0377.jpg\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"full-size-image alignnone wp-image-82026\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA5MDAgNjAwIiB3aWR0aD0iOTAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjYwMCIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5ldmVudHNvdXJjZS5jYSUyRmJsb2clMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwNCUyRk9saXZlci1Cb25hY2luaS1WZW51ZS1DYXRlcmluZy1EZXNzZXJ0LVBsYXR0ZXItMDM3Ny5qcGciIGRhdGEtdz0iOTAwIiBkYXRhLWg9IjYwMCIgZGF0YS1iaXA9IiI+PC9zdmc+\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Outdoor Food\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\"  \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"blockquote_author \"><div class=\"blockquote right \"><div class=\"inner-quote\"><p>A crackling campfire, a starry sky, the crisp summer air and the warmth of camaraderie\u2014these are the simple joys that inspire our favourite treat this sunny season. With layers of silky-smooth chocolate, gooey marshmallow, and toasted graham cracker crumble encased in a securely lidded miniature glass jar, our take on s\u2019mores offers the safety of individually wrapped goods while evoking the delight that can only be found in sitting around the fire with friends.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"details detail-right\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAxMDgwIDEwODAiIHdpZHRoPSIxMDgwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjEwODAiIGRhdGEtdT0iaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZ3d3cuZXZlbnRzb3VyY2UuY2ElMkZibG9nJTJGd3AtY29udGVudCUyRnVwbG9hZHMlMkYyMDIxJTJGMDQlMkZVbnRpdGxlZC1kZXNpZ24tMS0xLnBuZyIgZGF0YS13PSIxMDgwIiBkYXRhLWg9IjEwODAiIGRhdGEtYmlwPSIiPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Photo of  Micheal Robertson\"\/><div class=\"author-wrap\"><span class=\"quote-author\"> Micheal Robertson<\/span><span class=\"quote-position\">Chef<\/span><div class=\"quote-event\">Oliver &amp; Bonacini Events and Catering<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Baklava Cheesecake<\/h2>\n<div class=\"post-images\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/F161E622-FF07-4087-863D-3C44F1EB434E-v1-1.jpg\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"class=\"link-image link-image_wide\" rel=\"gallery\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"full-size-image alignnone wp-image-82025\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA4NzYgNjAwIiB3aWR0aD0iODc2IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjYwMCIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5ldmVudHNvdXJjZS5jYSUyRmJsb2clMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMjElMkYwNCUyRkYxNjFFNjIyLUZGMDctNDA4Ny04NjNELTNDNDRGMUVCNDM0RS12MS0xLmpwZyIgZGF0YS13PSI4NzYiIGRhdGEtaD0iNjAwIiBkYXRhLWJpcD0iIj48L3N2Zz4=\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Outdoor Food\" width=\"600\" height=\"411\"  \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"blockquote_author \"><div class=\"blockquote left \"><div class=\"inner-quote\"><p>A featured dessert from our new Summer Plated Dinner Menu, the Baklava Cheesecake has a light and airy ricotta cheesecake base with flaky phyllo crust. The honey-rose pistachio filling is wonderfully balanced, floral, and sweet. We\u2019ve taken two traditionally heavier desserts\u2014baklava and cheesecake\u2014and combined them into a lighter dessert option perfect for any of your summer events.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"details detail-left\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCA1MDAgNTAwIiB3aWR0aD0iNTAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUwMCIgZGF0YS11PSJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5ldmVudHNvdXJjZS5jYSUyRmJsb2clMkZ3cC1jb250ZW50JTJGdXBsb2FkcyUyRjIwMTklMkYxMCUyRkJyYWR5LUhlYWRzaG90LmpwZyIgZGF0YS13PSI1MDAiIGRhdGEtaD0iNTAwIiBkYXRhLWJpcD0iIj48L3N2Zz4=\" data-spai=\"1\" alt=\"Photo of Brady MacDowell\"\/><div class=\"author-wrap\"><span class=\"quote-author\">Brady MacDowell<\/span><span class=\"quote-position\">Executive Chef<\/span><div class=\"quote-event\">Encore Catering<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As restrictions continue to loosen, all signs point to a whole lotta plans for outdoor celebrations! We&#8217;re thinking sunshine, good music, ice-cold adult beverages, and of course, loads of unique and fun catering ideas! 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