Apps & Hors d’Oeuvres
Catering Out The Box is the local choice for Chicago apps & hors d’oeuvres catering. From meetings to cocktail parties and special events, we make it easy with customizable diet-friendly menus at a price that meets your budget.
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What to Expect
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Quality & Value
From the very beginning, we have focused on delicious, high-quality dishes, served with care—all at an affordable price.
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Service First
Food service isn’t our side hustle. Our professionally trained staff delivers and serves your food on temperature and on time.
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Choose Local
We’re proud to be a Chicago catering company and we’re proud to support our community. From first responders to CPS teachers, every dish you order supports our Chicago community.
Apps & Hors d’Oeuvres Menu Highlights
See a few of our favorite apps and hors d’oeuvres below. For more, check out our full menu.
View Full MenuBrochettes & Satays
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Mini Beef Kabob GF
A tender piece of sirloin nestled between red and green peppers and a pearl onion on a
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Chipotle Steak Churrasco GF
Chipotle marinated cubes of sirloin seasoned with an exotic blend of Brazilian inspired spices, hand threaded with onions, poblano and red peppers on a 6” skewer. -
Chili-Lime Chicken Kabob GF
Tender chicken breast marinated in a zesty seasoning blend of chili, lime, and cilantro paired with onions, poblano and red peppers on a 6” skewer. -
Rock Shrimp Ceviche Skewer GF
Marinated in fresh chilies and citrus on a 4” skewer. -
Chili-Lime Salmon Satay GF
Fresh Atlantic Salmon seasoned with robust Southwest spices and a touch of lime on a 6” skewer.
Puff Pastry
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Baked Brie V
A full size wheel of brie topped with Spanish quince pasted and wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Served with fresh berries and toast points. -
Petite Fig & Caramelized Onion Puff V
A melodious marriage of figs soaked in sherry accompanied by savory caramelized onions, combined with a delicate mixture of goat and cream cheese nestled in buttery puff pastry finished with a sprig of fresh rosemary. -
Franks in a Blanket
Miniature beef frankfurters wrapped in a blanket of puff pastry. -
Andouille Sausage En Croute
Andouille sausage and spicy pommery mustard wrapped in puff pastry for a truly unique flavor.
Empanada
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Vegetable Empanada V
Onions, eggplant, peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, black beans, monterey jack and cheddar cheese in a jalapeno and cheddar cheese flavored dough. -
Shrimp Empanada
A unique blend of shrimp, jalapenos, onion and spices blended with cheddar cheese. Folded into a half moon jalapeno and cheddar cheese flavored dough. -
Chicken Empanada
Our spicy chicken complemented by cheddar cheese, jalapenos and Mexican spices folded in a corn masa pastry.
Asian Flavors
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Crab Rangoon
A wonderful blend of crab meat, cream cheese, and oriental flavors wrapped in a wonton skin. -
Dragon Shrimp
Shrimp marinated in a delicate blend of coconut milk, curry, ginger and basil. Folded into a potsticker or wonton. -
Mini Vegetable Springroll V
A colorful mixture of Chinese vegetables tossed with soy sauce, sesame oil and a touch of fresh ginger wrapped in a springroll wrapper. -
Panang Shrimp
A large shrimp is marinated in a hot and spicy ground chili paste with hints of red curry, sauteed leeks and coconut cream. The shrimp is then hand-rolled into a crispy springroll with a Chinese parsley leaf peeking through for a dramatic presentation.
Bacon & Mushrooms
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Bacon Wrapped Date GF
A large Medjool date with your choice of stuffing (select one—almond, chorizo, or manchego), wrapped in a strip of lean bacon. Served on a toothpick skewer. -
Bacon Wrapped Scallop G
A mouth-watering combination of plump white sea scallops, wrapped in a strip of lean bacon. Served on a toothpick skewer. -
Mushroom Florentine V
A large whole mushroom cap overflowing with a delicate blend of spinach, Brie cheese, spices and breadcrumbs. -
Herb Cheese Stuffed Mushroom V
A large whole mushroom cap is filled with a creamy blend of parsley, dill, chives, garlic, cheese, and breadcrumbs.
Lots More
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View our full menu for lots more food, desserts and drinks.
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