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Sweet Basil's 2025 Summer Menu

Hors D’oeuvres & Canapés Menu

Vegetarian
Truffled Grilled Cheese, Tomato Aioli
Charred Corn & Asparagus on Baked Parmesan Tuile [gluten‑free]
Avocado, Feta & Tomato Salad in Cucumber Cup [gluten‑free]
Goat Cheese Filled Date, Pistachios, Honey [gluten‑free]
Grilled Halloumi & Zucchini Skewer [gluten‑free]

Vegan
Caramelized Onion & Mushroom Pizzette
White Bean Puree & Balsamic Roasted Fig Crostini

Fish & Seafood
Tuna Tartare & Avocado on Fried Wonton
Spicy Salmon Cucumber Wrap [gluten‑free]
Lemony Crab Salad Cucumber Wrap [gluten‑free]
Shrimp Tostada, Pico de Gallo [gluten‑free]
Snapper & Scallop Ceviche, Toasted Corn [gluten‑free]

Meat
Chicken Tinga Tostada, Cotija, Pickled Onions [gluten‑free]
Fried Chicken Slider, Sriracha Mayo, Homemade Pickles
Whipped Ricotta, Prosciutto & Hot Honey Crostini
Grilled Sirloin on Roasted Potato, Chimichurri [gluten‑free]
Beef Smashburger, Cheddar, Special Sauce

Hudson Valley Grazing Station

Artisanal Cheeses
Variety of Local & Imported Cheeses
Seasonal Fruits & Dried Fruits
Local Honey & Walnuts
Crackers & Ficelle

Prosciutto, Soppressata, Aged Salamis
Rustic Bread, Grainy Mustard

Market Crudites
Variety of Seasonal Vegetables
Za’atar Hummus

Mini Dessert Menu

Cheesecake Bites
Chocolate
Vanilla
Blueberry
Raspberry
Strawberry
Passionfruit
Guava

Cream Puffs
S’mores 
Caramel
Raspberry
Strawberry

Mini Mousse Cups {Gluten-Free}
Passionfruit-Mango
Raspberry-Chantilly Cream
Chocolate-Caramel

French Macarons
Chocolate
Vanilla
Salted Caramel
Hazelnut
Pistachio
Blueberry
Passionfruit

Fresh Fruit Tarts
Blueberry
Strawberry
Raspberry

Salted Caramel Brownies

Full-service catering

The Sweet Basil Difference

Always on Time

We show up on time so everything runs smoothly from the start.

Peace of mind

You can focus on celebrating instead of coordinating.

Food that Wows

Delicious bites your guests will rave about.

Elevated Service

Warm, professional service that keeps everything flowing smoothly.

Detailed Planning

Planning that thinks through everything so your event goes off without a hitch.

Fun Cocktails

Cocktails that break the ice and get conversations flowing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely! We can create custom menus based on your event needs, preferences, and vision.

Yes, we provide and coordinate all rentals, including glassware, tables, linens, cocktail plates, etc.

Absolutely! We happily accommodate dietary needs and preferences including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and others. Just ask.

Most clients opt for 5-7 different hors d’oeuvres, but it depends on your event length and style. We can help you decide what works best.

Of course! We’ll help you figure out what works best based on your venue, guest count, and event style.

Yes. We carry general liability, liquor liability, and workers comp insurance as required by New York state law. We can furnish a COI if needed. 

Yes, we can and often do. Many of the venues we work in don’t have kitchens. Our team comes fully prepared, sets up smoothly, and works within the space without disrupting the flow of your event.

No, we work as a full-service team, our staff and food come together.

Yes! You’re welcome to provide wine, beer, liquor, and non-alcoholic beverages, and our bartenders will serve them. We don’t charge a corkage fee or any extra service fees for this.

Two Easy Ways to Start Planning

1. Request a proposal

Share a few details and we’ll send you a personalized proposal to get things started.

2. Send a quick email

Not sure where to begin? Just send us your initial thoughts or event details, we’ll help shape the rest.