Light blue seasonal background for January 2026 corporate catering specials and kickoff events.

January 2026

Happy New Years to all!!! After a busy holiday season (and a big thank you to all our clients) we are ready to make 2026 the best year yet. We now offer rental plates, cutlery, glassware and linen. We are adding a corporate loyalty program, referral bonus & discount, first time discount and free delivery for larger orders. (Check out our promo page for details) Also to bring in the New Year we have created specials (a little healthier than the holiday food we've all been indulging in) with a cozy warm winter vibe. We are looking forward to bringing you the best in 2026 and beyond.

Mains

Salads ($7 pp)

Citrus & Fennel Crunch Salad, orange, grapefruit, shaved fennel, arugula, toasted sunflower seeds, tahini dressing

Mediterranean White Bean Salad, cannellini beans, wilted spinach, sundried tomato, toasted almond, red wine vinaigrette

Chicken Breast with cider braised onions and fresh sage ($12 pp)

Full table setting rentals including wine, champagne and beverage glasses, plates, cutlery and linens for formal events.
Full table setting rentals including wine, champagne and beverage glasses, plates, cutlery and linens for formal events.
Bulk healthy catering salads featuring citrus fennel crunch and Mediterranean white bean for office wellness lunches.
Bulk healthy catering salads featuring citrus fennel crunch and Mediterranean white bean for office wellness lunches.

Orzo with lemon & sage brown butter

Flank Steak, balsamic & pepper, blistered cherry tomato ($15 pp)

Salmon crusted with horseradish and leeks ($14 pp)

Hot winter catering specials: leek & horseradish salmon, cider onion sage chicken and balsamic & pepper beef in foil pans.
Hot winter catering specials: leek & horseradish salmon, cider onion sage chicken and balsamic & pepper beef in foil pans.
Hearty roasted root vegetable medley and orzo side dish served in hot foil pans on and elegant buffet table.
Hearty roasted root vegetable medley and orzo side dish served in hot foil pans on and elegant buffet table.

Sides ($5 pp)

Root Vegetable Medley, honey & thyme

Trivia

Most people know that vanilla comes from an orchid, but it is a very "needy" crop. Can you guess how long a vanilla flower stays open to be pollinated?

Trivia Answer

Fun Facts

Only 1 day! Each flower opens for just a few hours in the morning and must be hand pollinated before it closes!

Did you know...

  1. Broccoli contains more protein per calorie than steak.

  1. Peanut butter can be turned into diamonds (small & impure though).

  1. Pistachios aren't nuts, they are actually seeds from a fruit.

Close-up of a white vanilla orchid flower for a culinary trivia challenge about the origins of a natural vanilla bean.
Close-up of a white vanilla orchid flower for a culinary trivia challenge about the origins of a natural vanilla bean.
Festive off-white Christmas background with holiday decorations for seasonal party menus.

Christmas 2025

Now that Halloween is over Christmas is fast approaching. We have curated offerings using seasonal spices and ingredients that will make your holiday gatherings both delicious and memorable. Book soon as dates can fill up fast. As always we can create a custom menu if there's a favourite meal/dish that's important to your holidays. We look forward to celebrating the season with you!

Appetizers

Merry Chicken Meatballs, cranberry-orange glaze & nutmeg ($3 pp)

Desserts

Mains ($15 pp)

Festive Sugar Cookies ($3 pp)

Salads ($7 pp)

Winter Salad, organic greens, cranberry, pecan, goat cheese, tomato, balsamic

Red, White & Green Pasta Salad, pesto, sundried tomato, bocconcini, peppers

Turkey Breast Roulade, apricot & sage stuffing, velvety gravy

Full holiday buffet catering setup with centerpiece and candles for corporate Christmas parties.
Full holiday buffet catering setup with centerpiece and candles for corporate Christmas parties.

Holiday Jumbo Shrimp, spicy chili-cranberry glaze, ($4 pp)

Christmas Crab Cakes, dried fruit, orange/chive aioli ($4 pp)

Yuletide Stuffed Mushrooms, cream cheese, walnut, sage ($3 pp)

Seasonal winter green and pasta salad bowls with a Christmas tree background.
Seasonal winter green and pasta salad bowls with a Christmas tree background.

Rosemary & Roasted Garlic Sweet Potato Purée

Fireside Canadian Flank Steak, chipotle-maple glazed

Mistletoe Salmon, pistachio & cranberry crusted, wild caught, sustainable

Other options available on reauest.

Hot holiday catering mains: turkey roulade, mistletoe salmon and fireside flank steak for Christmas parties.
Hot holiday catering mains: turkey roulade, mistletoe salmon and fireside flank steak for Christmas parties.
Holiday dessert platters featuring sugar cookies, candy cane brownies and gingerbread cupcakes for catering.
Holiday dessert platters featuring sugar cookies, candy cane brownies and gingerbread cupcakes for catering.

Candy Cane Brownies ($3 pp)

Gingerbread Cupcake ($4 pp)

Proscuitto Wrapped Breadstick, marinara & pesto dips ($3 pp)

Glazed Ham & Pineapple Skewers, brown sugar & clove ($3 pp)

FestIve Steak Skewers, flank steak, pomegranate/balsamic glaze ($4 pp)

Mini Tourtiere Tarts, traditionally seasoned ($3 pp)

Cranberry, Sage, Chicken & Brie Phyllo Cups ($3 pp)

Cranberry Bruschetta, served with white/wheat crostini ($3 pp) (vegan)

Three Kings Cucumber Crown, black olive tapenade ($3 pp) (vegan)

Red, White & Green Pinwheels, cream cheese, sundried tomato, basil ($3 pp)

Vegetarian/Vegan Options

Sides ($5 pp)

Thyme Roasted Red Skin Potatoes, tossed in a sherry vinaigrette

Winter Jewels Rice Pilaf, confetti veg, dried cranberries & pepitas

Spooky Halloween themed background with autumn leaves for October event catering specials.

Halloween 2025

It's spooky season! Halloween is just around the corner. Just because we're adults doesn't mean we can't have some fun too right? We've created some themed options for your Halloween gatherings or to spice up a boardroom meeting.

Appetizers:

Caprese Ghost Crostini, basil, tomato, mozzarella, balsamic glaze ($3 pp)

Dessert ($5 pp)

Mains & Sides

Graveyard Mousse Cups

Salads ($7 pp)

Vampires Kiss Beet Salad, spinach, kale, candy pecans, goats cheese, red wine

Dragons Tooth Salad, farro, spinach, kale, sundried tomato, lemon

Black Forest Chicken Breast, pan seared, dark cherry/balsamic reduction ($12 pp)

Themed Halloween appetizer platter with mummified jalapeno poppers, ghost crostini and vampire heart meatball skewers.
Themed Halloween appetizer platter with mummified jalapeno poppers, ghost crostini and vampire heart meatball skewers.

Mummified Jalapeño Popper, 3 cheese blend, puff pastry wrap ($3 pp)

Vampire Hearts, beef meatballs on a stake, pomegranite glaze ($3 pp)

Ogre Eyeballs, smoked salmon ball, cream cheese, cucumber round ($4 pp)

Vampires kiss beet salad and dragon tooth farro salad bowls for themed October parties.
Vampires kiss beet salad and dragon tooth farro salad bowls for themed October parties.

Patatas Bravas, smokey paprika roasted potatoes, garlic aioli ($5 pp)

Harvest White & Wild Rice Pilaf, squash, pepitas, dried cranberry ($5 pp)

Midnight Salmon, black sesame crusted, blood orange sauce ($14 pp)

Other options available on reauest.

Hot Halloween buffet mains & sides: midnight salmon, patatas bravas, autumn wild rice pilaf with pepitas.
Hot Halloween buffet mains & sides: midnight salmon, patatas bravas, autumn wild rice pilaf with pepitas.
Individual graveyard chocolate mousse cup for fun Halloween party desserts.
Individual graveyard chocolate mousse cup for fun Halloween party desserts.
Harvest-themed Thanksgiving catering background featuring a cornucopia watermark.
September 21st 2005

Happy Fall! It's time for warm drinks, a scenic nature walk and planing holidays with friends and family. Also Thanksgiving is right around the corner and we have a delicious turkey special for your enjoyment. Don't forget to take advantage of our current promos.

Current Promotions

10% off your next order. Just sign up to our newsletter and use code "NSNO10". Order of $1000+ free delivery.

Fun Facts

Trivia

There are 8 plant based complete proteins. (Containing all 9 essential amino acids) How many can you name? (Answer below)

Did you know...

Thanksgiving Special

Rolls & butter

  1. Apples, apricots and almonds are part of the rose (Rosaceae) family. Their blossom are even similar.

  1. Fruit loops all taste the exact same. The colours are just added for marketing purposes.

  1. In the 1830's ketchup was sold in pill form as medicine for indigestion & diarrhea before it was a condiment.

The plant based complete proteins are: Quinoa, Soybean, Amaranth, Pistachios, Buckwheat, Spiraling, Hemp Seed and Nutritional Yeast.

Trivia Answer

Organic greens, roasted beet, cherry tomato, sweet pepper, goat cheese, balsamic vinaigrette

Turkey Breast Roulade, herbed cranberry stuffing, roasted garlic red skin mashed potato and gravy

Choice of pop, Bubly or Aquafina water.

$28 per person

Question marks graphic for fun catering trivia for hosts and planners in the GTA.
Question marks graphic for fun catering trivia for hosts and planners in the GTA.
Individually plated Thanksgiving turkey dinner with roulade, mashed potatoes, gravy and salad.
Individually plated Thanksgiving turkey dinner with roulade, mashed potatoes, gravy and salad.

Individual pumpkin tarts

+$4 Butter glazed carrots

+$5 Add a hearty salad

+$5 Fresh fruit platter

Rustic old paper background texture for vintage-style summer catering menus.
August 21st 2025

First off thank you to all our newsletter subscribers. We are offering a discount to your next order (see below). Summer is almost over and we are getting ready for sweater weather, hot food buffets and heartier meals for your enjoyment.

Current Promotions

10% off your next order. Just sign up to our newsletter and use code "NSNO10". Order of $1000+ free delivery.

Fun Facts

Trivia

Coffee cakes, bundt cakes and loaf cakes are all variations of the pound cake. Why was it called a pound cake? (Answer below)

Did you know...

End of Summer Special

Arugula salad, roasted root vegetable and asiago, balsamic vinaigrette.

  1. There are over 10,000 known species of tomato and over 7500 species of apples grown worldwide.

  1. The spiciest part of a chili pepper isn't the seed. The white membrane has the highest level of capsaicin.

  1. Honey is the only food that doesn't spoil. They've found edible honey in 3000 year old tombs.

The original recipe for pound cake was originated in the 18th century when many people couldn't read or write. It called for 1 pound each of butter, sugar, flour and eggs for simplicity sake and to pass the recipe by word of mouth.

Trivia Answer

Orzo salad, roasted cherry tomato, spinach, sweet peppers, pine nuts, olive oil & lemon emulsion.

Balsamic thyme & honey glazed chicken breast, salmon or beef with roasted pear and pistachio.

Choice of pop, Bubly or Aquafina water.

$27 pp chicken breast

Traditional homemade pound cake, simple elegant summer dessert.
Traditional homemade pound cake, simple elegant summer dessert.
Gourmet platter featuring thyme honey balsamic glazed beef, chicken and salmon with pistachio and pear topping.
Gourmet platter featuring thyme honey balsamic glazed beef, chicken and salmon with pistachio and pear topping.

Assorted squares (2pp).

$29 pp Atlantic salmon

$30 pp flank steak

$45 pp beef tenderloin

Complete BBQ and picnic catering background with grill and grill tools watermarks
August 1st 2025

We are excited to bring you our first newsletter. After much planning we can finally say we are open for business! Artful Zest Catering is ready to make your event a picture perfect success.

Current Promotions

Order of $500+ half price delivery. Order of $1000+ free delivery.

Fun Facts

Trivia

A chef's "toque" the pleated hat worn by chefs traditionally has 100 pleats... anecdotally what does it signify? (Answer below)

Did you know...

Summer BBQ Special

Creamy coleslaw.

  1. A single popcorn kernel can jump 3 feet high when it pops.

  1. Strawberries are the only fruit with seeds on the outside.

  1. The fear of vegetables is called lachanophobia.

It signifies the 100 ways a chef can cook an egg. While it may not be actually 100 it represents the deep knowledge and mastery of cuisine a chef displays.

Trivia Answer

Bowtie pasta salad.

Whiskey BBQ pork ribs.

Assorted donuts.

Choice of pop, Bubly or Aquafina water.

$32 per person

White professional chef hat icon for a culinary trivia question and answer.
White professional chef hat icon for a culinary trivia question and answer.
Complete BBQ catering feast with ribs, potato salad, coleslaw, beverages and a glazed donut platter.
Complete BBQ catering feast with ribs, potato salad, coleslaw, beverages and a glazed donut platter.