Innovative flavors and inspirations to be incorporated in their catering menus all year long

Philadelphia, PA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/17/2017 -- Each year, members of the food industry come together to make their predictions on the hottest food trends of the year. 12th Street Catering, a professional catering company located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is excited to announce their predictions for 2017. Each item will be thoughtfully and creatively incorporated into their menus, allowing them to continue to create the innovative dishes they are known for. 12th Street Catering 2017 trends include:

- Ghost Peppers: Spice lovers will really get a kick out of this one! Said to be the hottest pepper in existence, 12th Street Catering is finding new ways to romance and dazzle heat lovers by using this pepper in an array of their dishes.

- Loaded Bar Snacks: From poutine and meatballs to burgers and mac & cheese, taking traditional bar snacks and turning them into "loaded" versions are something you'll see on menus this year. Think all your favorite toppings, all on your favorite dish!

- Bacon & Pork Belly: The pace, desire and application of these items has shown no signs of slowing down over the years. New ways to mash up these pork classics will be seen in entrees and appetizers.

- Small Plates & Stations: Instead of 'buffet' and 'plated' catered events, clients are looking for small plate and station options to provide even more variety at events. 12th Street Catering will offer a slew of new, inventive and fun dish options to provide variety and surprise elements to their events.

- Bold Flavors & Cross Cultural Foods: As more and more people travel, they become open to daring culinary choices and infusions. Bold flavors, exotic spices and unique cultural traditions will make an appearance this year on menus. Turmeric, Fenugreek, Smoked Paprika, Grains of Paradise, Piment de e'Splette & Sumac are some spices to watch.

- Smoke-Out: Smoking isn't just for meats anymore! Vegetables, sauces, spices and even desserts are getting the smoke treatment. 12th Street Catering is excited to bring new smoke enhancing techniques into the pastry department.

- Powders: A must-have for any creative kitchen, powders are great for fish and meat rubs and for the production of flavored oils, adding color, texture and flavor. Fruit powders are perfect for mousses, pastry creams, icings and batter mixes. This year, powders like mushroom, spinach, vinegar, pomegranate and berry are essential in pushing the flavors of all dishes on the menu

About 12th Street Catering
12th Street Catering is a professional catering company located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania offering full-service catering and decor for weddings, corporate events, non-profit galas and more. A preferred vendor at dozens of venues in Greater Philadelphia, they work directly with brides and event hosts to create a truly unique menu for their guests to enjoy. From locally-sourced produce to flavor-rich dishes prepared to perfection, the 12th Street Catering culinary team utilizes quality ingredients in thoughtfully-designed displays.

Through reliable drop-off options, as well as unique full-service menus, 12th Street Catering serves Philadelphia's premier corporate conferences, business lunches and private parties. For more information visit 12stcatering.com or call 215-386-8595.

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12th Street Catering is proud to announce an exciting collaborative dining event with Aliza Green at The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

Philadelphia, PA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 12/16/2016 -- On Wednesday, January 18, 2017, Aliza Green, Philadelphia-based cookbook author, journalist and pioneering chef joins forces with the talents of 12th Street Catering to create a memorable culinary adventure into the international world of food. The exclusive event will take place in the fascinating and unique ambience of the Academy of Natural Sciences.

Credited with being one of the first women chefs in Philadelphia, Aliza Green is known as a pioneer of the farm-to-table movement. She was a four star chef at age 27 and considered by many to be one of the most influential chefs, male or female, on the Philadelphia culinary scene. Her many accomplishments include the publication of 12 successful and award winning cookbooks, plus co-authoring three other acclaimed cookbooks. Aliza received the James Beard Foundation Award, and was inducted into Philadelphia's Hall of Fame by The Philadelphia Inquirer, citing her as one of the ten most influential people in the city's food industry. Her "Making Artisan Pasta" cookbook was chosen by Cooking Light Magazine as one of their top 10 cookbooks of the past 25 years. Aliza is also a culinary tour leader, bringing groups to Italy, India, and Morocco.

The evening begins with handcrafted cocktail featuring Eight Oaks Distillery collection of artisanal spirits, paired with exquisite hors d'oeuvres featuring Coccia Truffles specialty imports from Italy. While mingling you will have the rare opportunity to check out unique spice specimens from the Academy Collections. Cocktails will be followed by a seated three course dinner and cocktail pairing. Each course will be a featured item from one of Aliza's cookbooks including "The Magic of Spice Blends", "Starting With Ingredients" and "Starting with Ingredients: Baking. Following dinner, Aliza will be on hand to meet and engage guests in a Q&A on food, travel and cooking. She will also be signing her cookbooks which will be available for sale.

This is sure to be an extraordinary one-of-a-kind culinary event and a great way to jump start 2017! For more information and to purchase tickets visit Eventbrite.com.

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Philadelphia, PA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 11/16/2016 -- 12th Street Catering announces holiday catering services for the season. From drop-off to full-service catering, 12th Street Catering offers many options for the holidays.

Offering flexibility and personalization, 12th Street Catering works with each client to create a menu that suits their holiday event. Choose 12th Street Catering for family or corporate holiday parties, social events, and end of the year celebrations.

In addition to a customized menu, holiday decor displays are included at no extra cost. Themes include rustic, modern or traditional. 12th Street Catering can also order florals, linens, napkins and china to better customize the desired feel.

A sample holiday menu for the season includes Roasted Red Pepper & Seckel Pear Soup, Espresso Crusted Prime Rib of Beef, Grilled Lamb Loin Medallion with Mustard & Lavender Crust, Roasted Winter Vegetables with Fried Sage, and house-made desert options to capture the tastes of the season.

About 12th Street Catering
12th Street Catering is a professional catering company located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that believes people eat with their eyes first. 12th Street Catering offers full-service catering and decor for weddings, corporate events, non-profit galas and more and is the preferred vendor at dozens of venues in Greater Philadelphia.

12th Street Catering works directly with brides and event hosts to create a truly unique menu for their guests to enjoy. From locally-sourced produce to flavor-rich dishes prepared to perfection, the 12th Street Catering culinary team utilizes quality ingredients in thoughtfully-designed displays.

Through savory and reliable drop-off options, as well as innovative full-service menus, 12th Street Catering serves Philadelphia's premier corporate conferences, business lunches, and private parties.

For more information about full-service catering and drop-off menu options visit 12stcatering.com or call 215-386-8595.

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One of the top caterers in Philadelphia, 12th Street Catering, is introducing a new fall menu for weddings and corporate events

Philadelphia, PA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 10/14/2016 -- One of the top caterers in Philadelphia, 12th Street Catering, is introducing a new fall menu for weddings and corporate events. Taking flavors from the season, 12th Street Catering's new butternut squash appetizer station includes a squash & parsnip soup shooter; squash & black bean taco with smoked pepper crema; squash, fennel and ricotta bruschetta; and butternut squash couscous salad.

"With the new butternut squash appetizer station, we were really looking to have some fun with this locally-grown, seasonal ingredient. Butternut squash is truly a versatile vegetable and wonderful comfort food in the cooler months," says Jon Jividen, lead chef at 12th Street Catering.

12th Street Catering's new seasonal dinner buffet menu includes a maple & cider glazed turkey breast; pan-seared salmon with preserved lemon, shallots & chardonnay reduction; roasted brussels sprouts with smoked paprika, brown sugar & pancetta; late harvest rice pilaf with wheat berries, lentils & baby garbanzo beans; and a kale salad with candied dates. The seasonal menu represents just one way that 12th Street Catering custom-tailors their menu offerings to match the palates of their guests.

"We believe in giving guests what they came for—amazing food and a dazzling display. We customize our menu for each and every event we're a part of. You'll never find the same pre-packaged menu at a 12th Street catered event," says Michele Leff, owner of 12th Street Catering.

In addition to seasonal menus and endless customizations for event hosts, this Philadelphia caterer also has an in-house pastry chef that bakes unique desserts. The new fall menu includes an autumn spice whoopee pie, apple-cranberry macaroon and maple bourbon pecan tart.

About 12th Street Catering
12th Street Catering is a professional catering company located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that believes people eat with their eyes first. 12th Street Catering offers full-service catering and decor for weddings, corporate events, non-profit galas and more and is the preferred vendor at dozens of venues in Greater Philadelphia.

12th Street Catering works directly with brides and event hosts to create a truly unique menu for their guests to enjoy. From locally-sourced produce to flavor-rich dishes prepared to perfection, the 12th Street Catering culinary team utilizes quality ingredients in thoughtfully-designed displays.

Through savory and reliable drop-off options, as well as innovative full-service menus, 12th Street Catering serves Philadelphia's premier corporate conferences, business lunches, and private parties.

For more information about full-service catering and drop-off menu options visit 12stcatering.com or call 215-386-8595.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm