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Catersource + The Special Event Takes a Culinary Tour During the Closing Night Celebration
Amber Kispert
May 15, 2023
3 Min Read
Catersource + The Special Event went out with a bang during its Closing Night Celebration (International Block Party). Attendees had the chance to take a culinary tour of the world through such food stations as Asia, Africa, Australia, Mexico, North America, the Caribbean, and Europe. Attendees were encouraged to scan QR codes (located on themed signage) to get details about each station.
The Closing Night Celebration wasn't just about food however. In addition to the many culinary experiences, the event also featured live entertainment throughout the block party's three venues (including perennial favorite the Company Men). Between the many activations, performers, libations, and food, it was difficult to know where to go next!
Here's a look back and what many an attendee said was "the best party in years."
Key Artist Group alway knows how to 'wow.' Photo courtesy WASIO Faces
Ceviche shooters were served beautifully in martini glasses. Photo courtesy WASIO FacesThe Mennu
The Company Men are continually a crowd favorite (as evidenced through their ability to get everyone on the dance floor). Photo courtesy WASIO Faces
Quite the showstopping activation. Photo courtesy WASIO Faces
The South America area of the event featured both paella and taco stations. Photo courtesy WASIO Faces
The Menu
The Carribbean
Mini Conch Fritters
Mexico
Mini Rum Chata cheesecakes
Margarita cheesecake mousse
Europe
Asiago arancini
Sicilian arancini
Whipped ricotta bruschetta
Jerk pork bruschetta
Beef bruschetta
The Arctic
The Blue Lagoon (Blue Curacao, lemon juice, and Sprit
Blue Iceberg Mango Mule (ginger beer, honey syrup, mango puree, lime juice, and fresh cucumbers)
North America
BBQ pulled pork (with chipotle mayo and southern slaw)
BBQ briskett (with pickled red onion and horseradish sauce)
Smoked chicken wings (with Bang Bang buffalo sauce)
St Louis style smoke wet & dry ribs
South America
Veggie empanadas
Beef empanadas
Charcuterie cones
Pan Con Tomato Station
Ceviche Shooters
Vegetable Paella
Seafood Paella
Africa
Chicken kabobs (with perserved lemons and olives)
Moroccan flat bread
South African trifle
Australia
Rosemary garlic lollipop lamb chops
Shrimp on the barbie
Avocado toast
Asia
Honky Tonk Hibachi
Korean bbq short ribs
Korean bbq chicken
Cilantro grilled shrimp
Steam buns
Kimchi
Frescno chilis
Miso cucumber tomato & red onion salad
Teriyaki snap pea & mushroom salad
Vegetable fried rice
Bites with a side of specatacle? Yes please! Photo courtesy WASIO Faces
A beautifully presented arancini bite. Photo courtesy WASIO Faces
Mini Rum Chata cheesecakes. Photo courtesy WASIO Faces
Champagne Creative Group was at the ready to provide guests with the necessary napkins as they took their culinary tour of the world. Photo courtesy WASIO Faces
Shrimp on the barbie (left) and smoked salmon avocado toast (right) was the perfect addition to the Australia station. Photo courtesy WASIO Faces
Rosemary garlic lollipop lamb chops. Photo courtesy WASIO Faces
Arancini was the perfect one bite snack. Photo couretsy WASIO Faces
Live cigar rolling added to the atmosphere of the event. Photo courtesy WASIO Faces
Wine time! Photo courtesy WASIO Faces
Event chair (and the evening's caterer) Chef Boris Seymore took some time to experience the silent disco. Photo courtesy WASIO Faces/SpotMyPhotos
Mission accomplished: event success! Photo courtesy WASIO Faces/SpotMyPhotos
See more from this year's Catersource + Special Event in the summer issue of Catersource magazine!
