Appetizers - Caliente Event Company - Restaurant in Costa Mesa, CA

Interactive Appetizers

Nacho Cheese Fountain

$5 - $7 /person

Everything for the Perfect Nachos. Choose from Chips, Beans, Rice, Pretzels, Bread, Broccoli, etc.

Add grilled chicken, steak or carnitas for an extra charge. Set Up $50

Nacho Cheese Fountain

Mashed Potato Bar

Warm Mashed Potatoes in Individual Martini Glasses. Your Guests Can Top with Cheese, Green Onions, Gravy, Bacon, Sour Cream or Blue Cheese. Sweet Potato option available upon request.

Per Person - w/Martini Glasses $5.50Per Person - w/Plastic Glasses $4.50

Mashed Potato Bar

Donut Wall

$2 - $3 EA

Your Choice of Style, Color, Gluten Free, Vegan, Etc

Wall Rental $40

S'Mores Bar

All of the supplies and specialty chocolates are here for you to get as creative as you like while making your own toasted dessert. Gather around with friends over the mini campfire and finish off your night with the warm gooey goodness of s'mores.
approx 3 s'mores per person.
Minimum order 30 people

Per Person $6

Chocolate Fountain

$4 - $6 /person

Warm Melted Chocolate with Seasonal Fruits, Cakes and Cookies.

Set Up $50

Chocolate Fountain

Charcuterie Table

$2 - $4 Per Person

Assorted Meats, Cheeses, Fresh & Dried Fruits, Nuts, Olives

Price Varies depending on event and other menu items chosen for your guests. Call to discuss your budget options.

Charcuterie Table

Carving Station

Carving Station

Appetizers

Minimum Order of 50 Each Item.
All Prices are for Food Only.

Shrimp Taco Bites

$2

Grilled Cajun Shrimp on a Crisp Corn Shell with Fresh Guac and Spicy Aioli

Shrimp Taco Bites

Steak Skewers

$2

Shrimp Skewers

2 Grilled and Marinated Shrimp served with Orange Chipotle Marmalade for dipping

1 Shrimp +$1.502 Shrimps +$2.603 Shrimps +$4

Mexican Street Corn Shooters

$2.20

Grilled Corn Rolled in Butter, Cojita Cheese, Chili Seasoning and Fresh Lime. In a Cup or on a Stick

Each $2With Napkin & Cup $2.25

Mexican Street Corn Shooters

Strawberry Basil Crostini

$1.90

Crostini Bread with Goat Cheese, Strawberries, Basil & Honey

Strawberry Basil Crostini

Shrimp Ceviche

$2

With thick Tortilla Chips. 2oz serving

Antipasta Skewers

$2

Green Olive, Tortellini, Salami & Mozzarella

Antipasta Skewers

Guac & Chips

$1.90

For Tray Passing

Shrimp Quesadillas

$2

In your choice of Wheat, Spinach or Flour Tortilla

Shrimp Quesadillas

Bruschetta

$1.90

Made fresh at event. Drizzled with Balsamic

Blackberry & Thyme Crostini or Skewer

$2

Crostini Bread with Goat Cheese, Cream Cheese, Blackberry, Thyme & Honey

Blackberry & Thyme Crostini or Skewer

Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup

$2.50

Tomato Basil Bisque with a bite of Grilled Cheese. The perfect warm and cozy snack.

Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup

Mini Taco Bites

Carnitas $1.80Ahi $2.25

Mini Taco Bites

Chicken Skewers

$1.50

Chicken Skewers

Veggie Skewers

$1.50

Shrimp/Chorizo Skewers

$2.20

Grilled Shrimp Skewered with Spicy Sausage and Seasoned with Orange Chipotle Marmalade

Shrimp/Chorizo Skewers

Mini Tamales

$2

Chicken, Pork, Beef or Veggie
(require up to 2 weeks notice)

Ahi Poke

$2.25

With Crispy Asian Slaw & Wonton Crisps in Martini Cup, Disposable spoon, or as a Mini taco bite

Ravioli Pops

$1.80

Cheese Ravioli Lollipops with warm Marinara Dipping Sauce

Salame Mozzarella Skewer

$1.80

Salame Mozzarella Skewer

Roast Beef Bites

$2

Cold Roast Beef on Mini Toast, with Spicy Horseradish and Mini Pickle

Roast Beef Bites

Flautas

Crisp Flour Tortillas filled with Chicken Breast, Steak, or Potato/Jalapenos

Chicken $1Steak $1.20

Watermelon Feta

$1.70

With Mint and Balsamic Drizzle. (seasonal)

Watermelon Feta

Shrimp & Mango Salsa

$2

On skewers.

Shrimp & Mango Salsa

Mini Chicken Waffles

$2

Price varies depending on presentation requested.

Mini Chicken Waffles