Ocean West Catering
Menus

Build your own buffet.

Pick a level of buffet service and choose from the items below. You can mix and match, and if you do not see something you like, just ask. Executive Chef Michael Thomas will customize the menu to fit.

Buffet levels
1

Buffet #1

  • Salads 2
  • Platter displays 1
  • Hot items 1
  • Starch and chef's vegetable Yes
  • Dessert display Yes
2

Buffet #2

  • Salads 3
  • Platter displays 2
  • Hot items 2
  • Starch and chef's vegetable Yes
  • Dessert display Yes
3

Buffet #3

  • Salads 4
  • Platter displays 4
  • Hot items 3
  • Starch and chef's vegetable Yes
  • Dessert display Yes

All buffets include steamed seasonal vegetables, rolls and butter.

Salads

  • Tossed mixed greens
  • Coleslaw
  • Greek
  • Oriental noodle
  • Pasta, herb vinaigrette
  • Pasta, mayo based
  • Three bean
  • Potato
  • Tomato, artichoke and basil
  • Curried quinoa
  • Watermelon, with feta and mint pesto
  • Caesar
  • Spinach
  • Marinated mushrooms in a light Japanese soya
  • Smoked Roma tomato and red onion
  • Macaroni

Platters

  • SeafoodPoached medallions of west coast salmon and halibut, candied smoked salmon, assorted smoked fish, jumbo prawns and cocktail sauce
  • CheeseLocal and imported cheeses with fresh grapes and crackers
  • Vegetables and dipRaw vegetables with creamy ranch or blue cheese
  • Cold cutsLocal and European cold cuts and grilled Italian sausages
  • Fresh fruit display
  • PatesAssorted herb pates, goose liver and cognac, with crackers and pumpernickel points
  • Brie or camembertA wheel topped with sauteed apples and shallots
  • Grilled vegetablesOlive oil and balsamic marinated
  • Pickle tray
  • Half and half, pickles and raw vegetables

Starches

  • PotatoesCandied sweet, garlic mashed, classic baked, herb roasted, scalloped
  • RicePilaf, risotto, basmati, Spanish, twelve grain, jasmine, Greek style

Hot dishes

  • Baron of beef, baked ham, turkey
  • ChickenAla king, piccata, curry, honey roasted
  • PorkLoin roast, sweet and sour, spareribs Hong Kong

Seafood

  • Medallions of salmon fillet in a champagne sauceNot one of the buffet seafood choices. Add on at market price.
  • Cajun red snapper
  • Seafood medley
  • Sole paupiette
  • Crab cakes
  • Salmon cakes
  • Barbecue or teriyaki
  • Seafood Newberg

Pasta and sauce

  • Choose linguini, spaghetti, penne or fettuccine
  • Vegetarian lasagna
  • Beef lasagna
  • Seafood lasagna
  • SaucesPesto cream, Alfredo, Mediterranean, triple tomato, Bolognese meat sauce
  • Turkey spaghetti
  • Specialty raviolis, also available as tortellini

You are not limited to the items above. Michael will gladly customize your menu. Special requests are welcome.

More menus

Beyond the buffet.

Lunch

Lunch menus for offices, sets and events.

Ask about lunch

Barbecue

The BBQ menu for summer and fall parties.

Ask about BBQ

Breakfast

Quiche, muffins, scones and fresh fruit, plus hot options.

Ask about breakfast

Ethnic traditions

Menus built around your family's traditions.

Ask about traditions

First courses

Plated starters for seated dinners.

Ask about starters

Appetizers and platters

Hot and cold hors d'oeuvres plus party platters and trays.

Ask about appetizers
Quote calculator

Price your menu.

Tell us what you are planning. You get a rough range right away, then Michael sends a proper proposal built around your budget.

1

What is the event?

2

How many guests?

3

What kind of food?

Pick a buffet level, then mix and match from the menu. If you do not see something you like, just ask.

Add ons

4

Where do we send it?

We prefer to book events within 6 months of today.