Southwest Journey
Small Gatherings
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Starter
Local Farm Greens with Roasted Beets, Pepitas, and Goat Cheese, Citrus Vinaigrette
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Main
Chile-Rubbed Filet Mignon, Blue Corn Polenta, Grilled Asparagus, Chipotle Demi-Glace
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Side
Warm Artisan Bread with Hatch Chile Butter
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Dessert
Individual Tres Leches Cake, Fresh Berries, Tequila Whipped Cream
Four-Course Plated Dinner
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First Course
Roasted Butternut Squash Bisque, Toasted Pepitas, Smoky Crème Fraîche
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Second Course
Grilled Nopales & Shrimp Salad, Avocado, Lime Vinaigrette
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Entrée
Slow-Braised Short Rib, Ancho Chile Reduction, Sweet Corn Purée, Sautéed Seasonal Vegetables
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Dessert
Mexican Chocolate Pot de Crème, Cinnamon Churro Twist
Casual Family-Style Dinner
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Shared Starters
Fresh Guacamole & Roasted Salsa with House-Made Chips, Southwest Caesar Salad with Cornbread Croutons
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Main Platters
Citrus & Herb Marinated Roasted Chicken, Green Chile Mac & Cheese, Smoky Pinto Beans with Epazote
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Sides
Grilled Seasonal Vegetables, Warm Corn and Flour Tortillas
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Sweet Finish
Cinnamon Sugar Sopapillas, with Honey
Mexican-Inspired Dining
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Starter
Elote (Mexican Street Corn) Cups, with Cotija Cheese & Tajín
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Main — Build-Your-Own Taco Bar
Carne Asada, Chipotle Chicken, Grilled Veggie & Mushroom Fajitas Fresh Pico de Gallo, Salsa Verde, Queso Fresco, and Handmade Tortillas
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Sides
Spanish Rice, Refried Black Beans with Queso, Cactus Salad
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Dessert
Homemade Flan, with Caramel Sauce
Celebration Buffet
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Salads & Starters
Southwest chopped salad with jicama, black beans, and cilantro lime dressing mini quesadilla bites with assorted salsas
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Main Dishes
Chipotle honey glazed pork loin, tequila-lime grilled shrimp skewers, vegetarian green chile enchiladas
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Sides
Cilantro rice pilaf, roasted seasonal vegetables with smoked paprika, warm dinner rolls with jalapeño butter
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Dessert Table
Mini churros with chocolate dipping sauce, seasonal fruit tartlets, Mexican wedding cookies
Fiesta Taco & Tequila Party
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Taco Bar
Carne Asada (Grilled Marinated Beef), Chipotle Chicken Tinga, Beer-Braised Pork Carnitas, Grilled Veggie & Roasted Poblano
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Fixings
House Guacamole & Pico de Gallo, Salsa Roja & Salsa Verde, Queso Fresco, Pickled Onions, Lime Wedges, Handmade Corn & Flour Tortillas
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Sides
Street-Style Elote Cups (Mexican Corn), Charro Beans with Smoked Bacon, Cilantro-Lime Rice
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Sweet Finish
Mini Churros with Chocolate & Caramel Sauces, Margarita Lime Cheesecake Bites
Southwest Tapas & Cocktails
A grazing-style menu for mingling and sipping, perfect for poolside or patio parties.
Glam Backyard BBQ — Southwest Style
For a more laid-back yet indulgent bachelor/bachelorette vibe.
Brunch & Bubbly
Perfect for daytime bachelorette festivities — light, fresh, and Insta-worthy.
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Starter
Roasted Corn & Poblano Soup Shooter, Local Farm Greens with Citrus Vinaigrette & Pepitas
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Main Course
Tequila-Lime Marinated Grilled Salmon with Mango Salsa, or Chile-Dusted Beef Tenderloin with Ancho Demi-Glace (Choose one or offer both for a plated dinner)
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Sides
Blue Corn Polenta, Grilled Seasonal Vegetables
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Dessert
Dark Chocolate Chile Mole
Elegant Southwest Dinner Party
For a classy dinner to end the festivities on a high note.
Plant-Based Menus
Plant-Based Buffet
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Salads & Starters
Grilled Seasonal Vegetable Platter, with Herb Vinaigrette Southwest Quinoa Salad, with Black Beans, Corn, and Cilantro-Lime Dressing Fresh Local Greens, with Citrus Segments, Toasted Pepitas & Agave Vinaigrette House-Made Hummus Trio (Classic, Roasted Red Pepper, Avocado), with Pita & Crudité
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Hot Selections
Smoky Chipotle Sweet Potato Enchiladas, with Salsa Verde Green Chile & Mushroom Stuffed Peppers Mexican Rice Pilaf, with Fresh Herbs Charro Beans, with Epazote
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Accompaniments
Warm Corn Tortillas & Salsa Bar
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Dessert
Mini Coconut Rice Puddings, with Toasted Coconut Fresh Seasonal Fruit Platter, with Tajín & Lime
Plant-Based Plated Dinner (4 Courses)
For a classy dinner to end the festivities on a high note.
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First Course
Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho with Basil Oil & Microgreens
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Second Course
Roasted Beet Carpaccio, Citrus Supremes, Arugula, and Pistachio Crumble
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Entrée
Grilled Portobello “Steak” with Chimichurri, Blue Corn Polenta, and Charred Broccolini
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Dessert
Dark Chocolate Avocado Mousse with Fresh Berries & Sea Salt
Plant-Based Family-Style Dinner
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Shared Starters
Table-side Guacamole, with House-Made Tortilla Chips, Roasted Corn & Poblano Salad
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Main Dishes (served in generous platters)
Jackfruit & Black Bean Tacos, with Pickled Red Onion and Salsa Verde, Spicy Cauliflower “Wings” with Smoky Cashew Ranch, Seasonal Grilled Veggies with Ancho Chile Glaze
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Sides
Cilantro-Lime Rice, Refried Black Beans with Vegan Queso Fresco
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Sweet Finish
Cinnamon Sugar Sopapilla Bites, with Agave Dipping Sauce, Fresh Local Fruit Salad
Plant-Based Family-Style Dinner
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Shared Starters
Table-side Guacamole, with House-Made Tortilla Chips, Roasted Corn & Poblano Salad
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Main Dishes (served in generous platters)
Jackfruit & Black Bean Tacos, with Pickled Red Onion and Salsa Verde, Spicy Cauliflower “Wings” with Smoky Cashew Ranch, Seasonal Grilled Veggies with Ancho Chile Glaze
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Sides
Cilantro-Lime Rice, Refried Black Beans with Vegan Queso Fresco
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Sweet Finish
Cinnamon Sugar Sopapilla Bites, with Agave Dipping Sauce, Fresh Local Fruit Salad
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What Sets Us Apart
Cactus and Sage Catering blends elevated cuisine with a deeply personal touch. Each event is thoughtfully designed to reflect your unique style — from curated menus and locally sourced ingredients to warm, attentive service.
It’s not just about great food; it’s about crafting an atmosphere that feels effortless, elegant, and entirely you
