Build the Perfect Party Spread

Mix & Match Catering Ideas for Every Spring Celebration

Spring is when we gather for all sorts of celebrations – from Mother’s Day brunch to graduation parties, wedding and baby showers, and team get-togethers, we all love a great party in these warmer months. But, where to start? Putting on any celebration can feel a little overwhelming. What will you serve, what will the set up look like? Do you even have the time to make it happen? The good news is that you don’t have to do it all. Smart planning that includes catered dishes can save you a lot of time and worry and put you where you belong – with your guests and not stressing in the kitchen.

If you’re planning your own spring celebration, Butcher Boy is the one-stop key to making hosting a breeze. Start with our extensive catering menu featuring delicious appetizers, entrees, platters, salads, sides, roasts, and desserts. Add your favorite beverages from our wide beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic selections, browse locally curated specialty items, and set your table with one of our beautiful Caspari table settings.

Here are a few suggested menus to inspire your celebration. For a full list of items, explore our complete catering menu here.

Mother’s Day Brunch or Dinner: Keep it elevated but effortless with our ‘create your own’ quiche options, including ham, spinach, broccoli, bacon, and more. Pair with a fruit platter and fresh salad and add a decadent sweet finish with our pastry platter featuring French macarons, brownies, and lemon, raspberry, and coconut bars.

If you want to make it an elegant Mother’s Day dinner, we’ve made it simple with our prepared entrees or roasts. Go classic with a hearty meat lasagna or upscale with a dish like our marinated sirloin tips served with a decadent Merlot wine sauce or our tenderloin roast. Choose side dishes such as green bean almondine, rice pilaf, or herb roasted potatoes. Finish with a stunning Konditor Meister cake for a meal to remember.

Graduation Party: If you’re feeding a crowd in a drop-in setting, keeping it easy and delicious is the key. Opt for dishes that can be left out – great options are finger or wrap sandwiches, antipasto, cheese and crackers, and fruit. Salad and vegetable crudite can also be great side dish options. Think the classic “build your spread” formula – pair 2-3 savory platters with 1-2 sides and a dessert tray such as our house-made whoopie pies, mini cannolis, or brownies.

Sports Teams / End of Season Celebrations: These are all about keeping it fun, casual, and kid-friendly. Mix hot and cold options for variety and set up food in an easy buffet style with plates and utensils to keep everything together for the “grab and go” vibe. Wings, mac and cheese, phyllo puffs, and sausage rolls are real crowd favorites. Don’t forget one of our delicious cookie, brownie, or whoopie pie platters for those sweet tooths!

Shower-Ready Spreads: For zero-stress baby and bridal shower food ideas that feel special, think thoughtfully selected light offerings that look and taste delicious. Pair mini beef wellingtons or boursin and prosciutto stuffed chicken spirals with a shrimp cocktail platter and a variety of salads. Add wine, champagne or craft mocktail ingredients. Save decadence for dessert with our new pastry platter, other sweet platter options, or a Konditor Meister cake. Keep presentation elegant and coordinated with Caspari tableware.

Backyard Parties and ‘Bring Your Own’ Banquet Halls: Whatever the occasion, party size, or location, we make entertaining easy. Chicken or beef teriyaki skewers, steak tips, sides and salads are great options for laid-back mingling at your backyard party. If you’re renting a function hall where you provide your own food, our full trays of Italian meatballs, homemade sausage and peppers, or Mediterranean chicken and antipasto platters are ideal for buffet-style serving. Our catering selections can be scaled up or down depending on your guest count and are designed for easy transport, setup and clean up.

So, spring into your spring celebrations with confidence, knowing Butcher Boy is there to make hosting your next party a breeze. Explore all our catering options online, or come see us for expert help in selecting the menu items for your special gathering.