Posted on January 5th, 2022
Every wonder how our beef dip gets made?? Our beef dip is super popular on the menu! Here’s how you can make it right at home! WATCH THE VIDEO HERE What you’ll need: Leftover roast beef (thinly sliced) Beef gravy Baguette (sliced open) Garlic butter Mozza cheese (or your favourite cheese) Sauteed onions How to put it together: Heat up …
Posted on December 29th, 2021
This week on Ask Chef, I’m sharing a short tutorial on how you can place together a beautiful seafood platter this New Years eve. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE Here’s what I included: Ahi tuna (uncooked) Ahi tuna marinade (1/2 cup dark soy, 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp minced ginger, 1 tsp sriracha, 1 …
Posted on December 22nd, 2021
WACTH THE VIDEO Here’s what you need: Oven safe pan 2 tbsp olive oil, heat the pan 2 onions (diced) 1 tbsp garlic Stewing beef Red wine (to deglaze) 3 jumbo carrots (diced) 4 celery stalks (diced) 6 large potatoes (diced) 1 tbsp rosemary 4 bay leaves 1 litre beef stock Salt & pepper How to cook the stew: …
Posted on December 4th, 2021
This week on Ask Chef, I am giving you my recipe of the Chicken Grill! Have you heard the story of the Chicken Grill? I took part in a black box competition where we had to create a meal out of the ingredients given to us, without know what the ingredients were! We have chicken and bacon. Many people created …
Posted on November 20th, 2021
This week on Ask Chef, I am showing you the kitchen equipment I use daily both at work and in my home. These are essential items to have in the kitchen and you can find most of them at Budget Food Equipment – a local small business! WATCH THE VIDEO Here’s the list of items & their uses: Paring …
Posted on November 6th, 2021
Todays recipe is a homemade bologonese sauce! Super simple & super yummy!! Use this as a regular pasta sacue over your favourite noodles or in a traditional meat lasagna. This recipe is good for freezing and canning. A crowd favourite in our home, you’re going to also enjoy it! Watch the video here. In this recipe I use …
Posted on October 23rd, 2021
Today’s recipe features a traditional meat lasagna! Perfect for the family or for dinner party. The kids will even LOVE it! But shh… don’t tell them we’ve hidden spinach in it 😉 Watch the video here. Some of the ingredients in this recipe you can make ahead or meal prep with other dinners. For example, the bolognese sauce could be …
Posted on October 9th, 2021
What are the perfect elements to a delicious Thanksgiving dinner? The turkey of course, great company with your loved ones, and the ham! Today, I am sharing my families favourite brown sugar garlic soy glazed ham recipe. Watch the video here The ingredients for this recipe are simple, it is in the way we cook it that makes it a …
Posted on August 21st, 2021
This week on Ask Chef, Chef Stu is teaching you how to make homemade chicken strips PLUS his delicious honey mustard dip to compliment it! This recipe is simple and delicious!! With just a few ingredients and a deepfryer – it’s the perfect meal to cook up for the kids lunch or to have as dinner! Serve it up with …
Posted on March 16th, 2020
We want to put our clients minds at ease and help where we can. In the midst of the panic and fear that some of us may be feeling during this time we are offering Meals on the Go. As we follow protocols and policies from the Fraser Health Authority and check daily on updates of COVID-19 from our government, …
Posted on January 14th, 2020
I think any hot lunch would be best for a cold winters day. Our hearty chili & chef’s soup/sandwich lunches are probably the answer to solving many cold winter day problems! Inquire today to book a lunch with Ritz! Hearty Chili Includes: Artisan Buns + Butter Wild Greens Salad Creamy Pasta Salad Traditional Beef Chili Fresh Baked Cookies Paper plates/bowls, …
Posted on December 20th, 2019
Add-on our new addition 12ft charcuterie board – fully loaded Traditional Charcuterie with European meats, pickled veggies, cheeses, crackers, and antipasto for only $10 per person! Or upgrade to our Seafood Charcuterie with prawns and smoked salmon added on for $15 per person! This is sure to be a highlight of your event and perfect for any cocktail hour or …
Posted on December 19th, 2019
2020 is just around the corner! What exciting plans do you have for the new year?! Planning something special? Don’t forget to book your caterer ahead of time! Check out our All Inclusive Menus to help create a special day for you and your guests. Browse through out breakfast and lunch menus for those deserving clients and staff! Having an …
Posted on December 4th, 2019
Have you heard about our holiday appetizers?! They were a huge hit last year and their even better this year!! Contact Us today for your holiday appetizer orders. Last day for picking up appie orders is Monday, December 23rd between 11am-1pm.
Posted on October 11th, 2019
Are you planning a staff Christmas party? Let Ritz Catering help with the food and service! Book one of our full course menus with 75+ guests and get the all inclusive holiday experience. Traditional Christmas Dinner OR Festive Christmas Dinner The All Inclusive Experience includes: Dinner Plates + Cutlery Water + Wine Glasses (1ea. per person) Stainless Steel Water …
Posted on August 14th, 2019
We first spoke with H + J at the beginning of this year, they booked us one month later and came in for their tasting one month prior to their wedding day! This option gave us time to chat more about their menu choices and final details. Here’s a look at their wedding menu choices… The Menu: Maple The Appetizers …
Posted on August 7th, 2019
Here is a wedding outside our regular venue (The UBC Boathouse). J + C contacted us June of last year. They were very excited to connect with us as they had tried our food at a friends wedding a couple months prior. And we were ecstatic to work with them! We adored J + C and hope you do too …
Posted on August 7th, 2019
We were contacted by J + P last April and they booked us in that same month! We were very excited to help plan the wedding food with them. And they had some great menu choices and a beautiful set up to go with it… Here’s a look into their menu: The Menu: Maple The Appetizers Stuffed Chicken Wonton Shells …
Posted on July 31st, 2019
K + J were planning their wedding long distance and we were super excited to have them in for their tasting in May of 2018, and then booking their wedding date shortly after. Here is a look at their beautifully chosen menu… The Menu: Elaborate The Main Dishes Mediterranean Penne – Sautéed peppers, red onions, sundried tomatoes, black olives in an …
Posted on July 31st, 2019
E + V contacted us just before Christmas of 2018 and we were able to have them in for a tasting in Early January. Booking shortly after, it was a great experience working with this lovely couple and getting to know their vision. Let’s have a look at their delicious menu choices: The Menu: Elaborate The Appetizers Strawberry Basil + …
Posted on July 31st, 2019
We’ve been showing you the many great menu choices our beautiful couples have choose for their big days. Now, its time to look behind the scenes of a real wedding at the UBC Boathouse. Here we are going to look back at their perfect timeline, the decor they’ve chosen and the food our Chefs created. The Perfect UBC Boathouse Timeline …
Posted on July 24th, 2019
Last July we spoke with this lovely couple about their vision and menu ideas. They booked with us in September and decided on one of our All Inclusive Menus. Here is a glance at what A + A’s wedding menu looked like… The Menu: Maple The Appetizers Caprese Salad Kabobs – Grape tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, cucumber and basil on a skewer …
Posted on July 23rd, 2019
Boundary Bay Air Show – July 20th 2019 We had the honour of spoiling some of the Boundary Bay Air Show guests with a few different buffets this past weekend. Were you there? We want to hear about your experience! Let’s have a look at the different buffets we created… Taco Bar Who doesn’t love tacos?! This taco bar was …
Posted on July 17th, 2019
S + D contacted us in March of 2018 for their Summer 2019 wedding. After coming in for their tasting a month later, the booked us immediately! We worked with this couple along with a couple family members to ensure their wedding day went without a hitch. It was fun and we appreciate them having us as their wedding caterer! …
Posted on July 10th, 2019
This lovely couple contacted us at the beginning of October and quickly scheduled them in for a tasting before our busy holiday catering kicked in! Here is a look at the menu choices R & B put together… The Menu: Maple The Appetizers Smoked Gouda + Apple Baguette – Sliced honey crisp apple and smoked gouda on a toasted baguette glazed with honey …
Posted on June 24th, 2019
We first spoke with this couple last September and had them in for a catering tasting in October. These two were so fun to work with and had finalized some AMAZING choices for their wedding day menu. Check out R & F’s menu selections below… The Menu: Elaborate Orchid Appetizers Mini Spanikopita – Spinach, feta, garlic stuffed in a flaky …
Posted on June 23rd, 2019
This brides sister got in touch with us last December to inquire about our services for the upcoming wedding. We were very excited to hear from her as we had catered her wedding back in 2007! We enjoyed working with this family once and we sure enjoyed working with them a second time around. Check out T & B’s menu …
Posted on June 18th, 2019
You may have seen some updated menu items on our website lately. One of our new dishes is the Greek Style Chicken Breast. This dish is absolutely delish! Marinated with fresh herbs before oven roasted to perfection and finished with tomatoes, onions, and lemon slices. Lunch/Dinner Compliments to our Greek Style Chicken Breast would include: Warm pita – with home-made …
Posted on May 13th, 2019
Here is a helpful checklist to review at any stage of your wedding planning. Check and see if you’re on track with the average timeline. 12+ MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING Determine potential dates and times for your wedding. Decide on the size, formality and setting of your wedding. Create a wedding and engagement budget. Reserve the locations for your wedding …
Posted on May 10th, 2019
It most definitely feels like summer has arrived! It can be difficult figuring out what you should eat to keep your body temperature cool during these hot days. Here’s a great article from 24alife that provides examples of what to eat to keep you cool and what to avoid: Foods that keep your Body Cool. It might be obvious that …
Posted on March 26th, 2019
The Ritz Catering team is always looking for new exciting menus to try out! Do you have a tasty menu in mind? Let us know! Need help coming up with your own custom Spring menu? Here’s some ideas… BBQ pulled pork on soft kaisers with creamy coleslaw. Tuscan chicken breast served with Spanish rice and a traditional spinach salad. Grilled …
Posted on March 14th, 2019
Are you planning a large social event, wedding, or corporate function? We have come up with 5 important questions to ask your caterer. These 5 questions are important as they may be selling points in your search for the perfect caterer. Whats included? It’s important to know what your caterer is including with their menus. Not only to know what …
Posted on February 28th, 2019
” order_by=”sortorder” order_direction=”ASC” returns=”included” maximum_entity_count=”500″] Wow! What a great show! Thank you Imagine That Events for putting on yet another great wedding show. It was so great to meet all the newly engaged couples and to hear about all their ideas and visions for their big day. If you attended the A Wedding Affair Bridal Show, I hope that you …
Posted on February 13th, 2019
Are you looking for a caterer who can accommodate your guests dietary and allergy requests? Ritz Catering is happy to accommodate any allergy or dietary need. We have done many menus with special requests and we are happy to help you with yours. Our chef’s will have a good look at your menu and the dietary/allergy requests presented in order …
Posted on February 13th, 2019
Just when we thought it would be an early Spring, Winter comes in at full force! What better way to keep your staff warm through this cold snap, than with a warm hearty lunch. Here is our top 3 recommended hearty lunches to keep your staff warm this month… Rainy Day Lunch Fresh Cobs buns & butter Wild greens salad …
Posted on February 7th, 2019
Looking for a lunch menu? Here are our top FIVE inquired menus… 1. Greek Executive Business Lunch Our Greek lunch comes loaded with all the traditional Greek meal essentials. Warm Pita with our Homemade Tzatziki dip, freshly made Authentic Greek Salad, Chicken Souvlaki, Rice Pilaf, and an Assortment of Fresh Baked Cookies. 2. Taco Bar …
Posted on January 21st, 2019
Are you on the search for the perfect wedding venue? We have complied a list of our preferred Wedding Venues throughout Vancouver, the Lower Mainland, and the Fraser Valley to help you decide! We did a bit of the research for you, so all you have to do is make the call and schedule some Wedding Venue tours. With each …
Posted on January 18th, 2019
When going to bridal shows you want to make sure it is worth your time, especially when you are in the craziness of wedding planning itself! Things to look for when planning/scheduling your next bridal show visit: Variety of great vendors with amazing services. Entertainment & fun. Vendors gifts and prizes. A grand prize! We have the perfect bridal show …
Posted on January 10th, 2019
Inquiring for a catered event and/or menu shouldn’t be hard, and it’s not! As long as you provide your potential Caterer with these key details: Date Guest Numbers Location Type of Event Desired Menu Style Budget Together, all of these details are taken into account when determining our availability and what we can do for you. It may seem simple …
Posted on January 8th, 2019
Soon that weather thermometer will slowly creep up, the rain will pick up, and the flowers will begin to bloom! Before that happens lets get prepared and talk about your Spring time BBQ plans. Let’s review the essentials needed for you to host a memorable BBQ this year: The BBQ’d. The Condiments. The Cocktails. The BBQ’d. What’s cooking? There are …
Posted on December 21st, 2018
Have you ever been cooking only to realize that you put the oven on too high and now the chicken is burnt? Or maybe you left your veggies on the stove top too long and now they’re too soft. We’ve all done something similar in the kitchen and eventually learnt from our mistakes through trial and error. But let’s bypass …
Posted on December 17th, 2018
What better way to keep your employees focused during a business meeting than with some business catering! Keeping the menu light and healthy is a sure way to keep them focused. Our Traditional Wraps Lunch menu is the perfect example of a healthy meal and here’s why: The Salads Our salads are made with the freshest ingredients. Your business meeting …
Posted on December 12th, 2018
Food and service are one of the most important aspects to any wedding. Think back to a really good restaurant you’ve been to where the food and service was phenomenal – you probably still go there and chances are you have recommended it to others because it was that good! Guests always rave about the food they had during a …
Posted on December 10th, 2018
Buying local is great; you’re not only buying the freshest foods but your supporting our local farmers and businesses. As a local business ourselves, we make sure to look for fresh, good quality, and local products. Here’s a list of our top local suppliers: Langley Farm Market Freshly picked produce from farms across BC, this is a great local …
Posted on December 4th, 2018
It can be tough picking the perfect buffet for your Winter Wedding if you’re not sure what’s in season. If you’re having dreams of sweet corn and Savoury Steaks grilling on the BBQ, you’ve planned your wedding a few months too late! Winter is the season for delicious comfort food, hot coco, and snuggling up with your favourite person. It’s …
Posted on November 21st, 2018
Catering with Ritz is simple and fast. We created this tutorial to help guide you along the way and answer any questions that you might have about buffet catering. Step One: Browse our Website On our website you will see that we providing many types of catering including Business Event Catering, Private Event Catering, Christmas Catering, BBQ Catering, and Wedding …
Posted on November 21st, 2018
The Christmas Season comes and goes quickly and in this society we try to “do it all”. If you’re thinking you can’t get it done, or just want to enjoy the season without the work, let Ritz Catering help you out. Appetizer Pick-Up Once again this season, we will be making Appetizers for you to order and pick up. It’s …
Posted on November 21st, 2018
Did you hear that we are doing our Holiday Appetizer Promotion again?! It was a huge hit last year so we decided to make it happen again this year! Here’s what is on our Holiday Appetizer Menu: Savoury & Hot BBQ Thai Meatballs | $12/60 servingsbeef meatballs in a sweet & tangy sauce Mini Sausage Rolls | $12/30 servingsseasoned beef …
Posted on November 21st, 2018
Let’s take a moment and discuss the differences between Catered Food and Take Out. You’re probably thinking what is the difference? They both have the same outcome, food I get to eat. There is a difference, a big one. I am going to discuss the differing ideals of each Service and explain which situations you might Order Take Out instead …