Growth Opportunities: Job-Seeking Advice for Disabled Individuals

By: Jenny Wise

Changes in the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 have improved job prospects for disabled persons in recent years. Amendments to Section 503 of the seminal labor legislation are aimed at helping U.S. companies expand staffs to include more disabled persons. As a result, qualified disabled individuals are receiving consideration for a number of roles that employment experts and forecasters have designated them as ideal for. Businesses are increasingly willing to consider and hire disabled individuals or provide internships that give them valuable work experience.

Recent employment trends have given the disabled new opportunities to show what they can do in the workplace - a low unemployment rate is making it difficult for companies to find and retain workers, and many are restructuring jobs and finding positions that play to the strengths of the disabled individuals they hire. Here are some tips for landing increasingly promising roles for disabled persons:

Job seeking

Monitor in-demand opportunities and match them up with your experience, skills and education. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, computer programming, financial planning and lawyers are among the job opportunities with the highest potential. Get the word out and let everyone know you’re seeking a particular job through Facebook and other social media outlets; attend job-networking events and spread the word to friends and former co-workers. Remember that job hunting is about making connections and effective interpersonal communication, so reach out to hiring managers you identify by searching online job boards.

Take the time to get your resume just right. It’s your calling card and your best means of self-promotion. Keep it brief and to the point with information about your background that speaks directly to the job which you are seeking. If you’re fortunate enough to secure an interview, research the company so you can prepare thoughtful questions for the interviewer, practice answering difficult interview questions and be engaging and enthusiastic about the opportunity.

Entrepreneurship

If you have a concept for starting your own business, learn everything you can about the market niche, customer base and the competition. Check out the funding aspect of it, determining whether you’ll require an external source of funding to get things going. Learn about new business funding options such as a business line of credit, Small Business Association loan or term loan.

Accountant

Financial institutions have some of the highest employment rates for disabled individuals, with a projected growth rate of nearly 11 percent in this sector of the workforce. With a median salary of more than $67,000, accounting is growing role for people with disabilities.

Financial managers

Financial management is also a promising field. Vocational experts observe that disabled financial professionals have an excellent insight into how companies can adapt products and services to create a healthier financial picture and how they can adapt their services to better serve the needs of the disabled community.

Management consultant

Disabled individuals possess considerable insight into the hurdles faced by other disabled people who seek employment opportunities. That perspective makes disabled candidates well-suited to the demands of management consultancy, an employment niche with strong growth potential for disabled job seekers.

Competition for positions can be fierce these days, with low unemployment rates and an increase in the hiring of disabled individuals by U.S. companies. Be diligent about identifying high-potential positions that fit your capabilities and prepare to make a strong impression with a well-written resume and an effective and well-conceived interview strategy.

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Kids in the Kitchen: How to Teach Cooking and Baking Safety

By: Daniel Sherwin

Learning how to cook and bake is not only fun for kids, but it also helps teach them life lessons that will stick with them for a long time to come, including responsibility and how to follow directions. Having a good time in the kitchen necessitates safety skills, however, so it’s a good idea to think about the easiest ways to teach your child to use utensils, appliances, and other tools. Fire safety is also a major concern while cooking, and it’s never too early to talk about how to keep things safe when using the stove.

Cooking is also a great way to bond with your children or grandchildren, and it’s a wonderful opportunity to talk about making healthy choices and which foods are best for our bodies. By teaching your little ones how to properly prepare a healthy meal, you’ll set them up for a lifetime of good decisions, show them how to be independent, and boost their self-esteem.

Keep reading for the best tips on how to cook and bake with your child safely.

Go Over the Rules

Every kitchen must have rules. From the proper way to use the stove or oven to how to dress before getting started, go over these rules with your kids so they become habits that are easy to stick to. Talk about how important it is to wash our hands before and after handling food, and why we should always tie back long hair and wear aprons to prevent loose clothing from getting too close to the stove. Once everyone is ready to get started, have them sound off a checklist to make sure nothing has been overlooked.

Teach Fire Prevention

Fire prevention is imperative for every member of your family to learn about, especially when cooking. Teach them that it’s unsafe to leave towels, pot holders, and any other fabrics close to the stove, especially if you have a gas range. Go over the importance of cleaning off the top of the stove after each use to remove oil or residue that might cause a grease fire. Don’t forget about the microwave; let your kids know about the dangers of putting metal inside or grabbing a hot bowl or plate without a pot holder. For more great tips on preventing fires, read on here.

Make an Emergency Plan

Having an emergency plan is important, so create one that will be easy for your child to remember and go over it before they start with any kitchen project. Make sure everyone in the family knows where the fire extinguisher is kept and what to do if a fire breaks out. Talk about the correct way to use 911 and other emergency services.

Look for Age-Appropriate Tools and Jobs

All projects that your child does in the kitchen should be age-appropriate, and that includes any tools or utensils. Young children can contribute, but it’s important to look for simple jobs that will both keep them safe and entertained. Check out KidsHealth.org for a few age-appropriate jobs for preschoolers that they’ll love to do.

Teaching your kids about kitchen safety and how to use appliances and tools will benefit them for years to come, and it will help give you peace of mind as well. Working together to create a meal or bake treats during the holidays can provide lasting memories for your little ones and will help boost their confidence, something that will stick with them for the rest of their lives.

Catering Your Rehearsal Dinner with Savory Catering in Dallas

As you prepare for your spring or summer wedding, look to Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas for catering your rehearsal dinner!

Savory Catering is your number one choice for caterers in Dallas and we hope you'll look to us for catering your rehearsal dinner as you prepare for your spring or summer wedding! Our caring and experienced chefs go far above and beyond the stuffy "chicken or fish" you've come to expect at rehearsal dinners and offer exquisite gourmet food to celebrate your wedding and gesture thanks to your guests. Contact our team today to get started with catering your rehearsal dinner!

Catering Your Rehearsal Dinner with Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas!

Savory Catering in Dallas makes it easy for you to relax and enjoy the company of family and friends at your spring or summer wedding by handling all the details for catering your rehearsal dinner. Whether you prefer a casual barbecue or an elegant sit-down dinner, we have the menu and the staff to serve you and your families rehearsal dinner needs. Moreover, we can cater the event at any location, be it your home or within our reserved dining space at State & Allen in Uptown. Either is a perfect location for your rehearsal dinner and our catering services in Dallas will make everything beneficial and enjoyable!

From weddings and catering your rehearsal dinner to corporate catering, private dinner events, celebration catering and more, Savory Catering is your go-to Dallas catering company! Contact our team today to get started and see for yourself how nice it can be to put catering in our hands!

Mother's Day Meals from Savory Catering in Dallas!

As you're preparing to pamper your beloved mother, here are some easy Mother's Day meals from Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas!

Mother's Day is this coming Sunday - but you already knew that! From our team at Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas, we love and appreciate all mothers everywhere. As you're preparing to pamper your mother and loved ones this year, here are some easy-to-prepare Mother's Day meals from Savory Catering in Dallas!

For starters to your Mother's Day meals, our Dallas catering chefs at Savory Catering suggest you whip up some fabulous appetizers like Lemon-Caper Parmesan Potato Salad Bites. Or for moms with young kids, try a fun Mother's Day appetizer like mini corn dogs with cranberry mustard. Believe it or not, this is actually delicious with Pinot Noir. For the salad, try a Spring Strawberry Salad including fresh spinach, strawberries, goat cheese, and candied pecans topped with balsamic vinaigrette. For the main meal, and depending on your beloved mother's taste, try a Shrimp Francesca over angel-hair pasta. Finally for your sides and desert, try a Sunday Best Fruit Salad including pineapple chunks, apples, peach pie filling, bananas, kiwis and strawberries, and a Lemon Tiramisu Trifle - fancy name but easy to make!

As you prepare your Mother's Day meals, just remember it's the thought that counts. For more yummy meal ideas and catering in Dallas, look no further than Savory Catering for your catering needs!

The Best Grilling Recipes from Savory Catering in Dallas!

Late Spring in Texas brings great patio weather and our team at Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas provides the best grilling recipes!

Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas is the go-to company for catering services in Dallas for any and all occasions. We love this time of year as the perfect spring weather invites us to find a patio for dinner and hanging. With that in mind, here are the best grilling recipes from Savory Catering in Dallas!

Check out the best grilling recipes from Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas!

When it comes to the best grilling recipes, you can't wrong with the classic cheeseburger. Grab some fresh ground chuck (80 percent lean), a great bun like a brioche brushed with butter and toasted, add some red onion, fresh tomato and sharp yellow cheddar and you're all set. Or make a burger with chunky guacamole, Monterey Jack, Dijon mustard and roasted green chiles for a southwestern spin! Our chefs at Savory Catering in Dallas never turn down a good hamburger on a spring afternoon!

For the perfect side on a gorgeous spring day, add some slaw with mint, lime and roasted peanuts. From there, call your friends, invite them to the potluck and enjoy the best grilling recipes together. Contact our chefs at Savory Catering in Dallas if we can help with your next patio party. After all, we are your number 1 choice for caterers in Dallas. We look forward to a great season of grilling and hope a number of these best grilling recipes helps you get started!

Check Out the Appetizer Menu at Savory Catering in Dallas!

Regardless of the party or occasion, appetizers always make for happy guests and our team invites you to check out the appetizer menu at Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas!

Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas is the premier catering company with menus for any and all occasions. Regardless of the party or event that you have coming up, appetizers always make for happy guests and our team invites you to check out our appetizer menus at Savory Catering! Start your party off right with these delicious dips, spreads, finger foods and pre-dinner appetizers!

Check out the Appetizer Menu at Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas for Your Next Party or Event!

For parties that require hors d'oeuvres, check out the appetizer menu at Savory Catering in Dallas. Many of these items can be passed out or set-out buffet style. Our appetizer prices are based on the two categories below. We are happy to provide a free quote or answer any questions you might have!

Category 1

• Mini Baked Red Potatoes
• Pulled Pork
• Bacon Wrapped Dates
• Parmesan Potato Rounds
• Mango Crab Salad Canapes
• Saffron Risotto Rounds
• Crab and Chive Salad Stuffed Peppedews
• Seared Duck and Edamame Stuffed Mushrooms
• Bacon Lettuce Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes
• Boursin Stuffed Roasted Red Potatoes
• Prosciutto, Creamy Goat Cheese and Dried Fig Tarts
• Roasted Chicken Tartlets
• Blue Cheese, Caramelized Onion Squares

Category 2

• Chipotle Rabbit Ragu Canapes
• Blood Orange and Shrimp Ceviche
• Prosciutto Wrapped Caesar Salad
• Juniper Spiced Venison Canapes
• Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio Canapes
• Coriander BBQ Quail Legs
• Petit Shrimp Cakes
• Tuna Tartar and Pastry Shell Canapes
• Spice Crusted Tuna
• Smoked Salmon and Boursin Cheese Tartlets
• Prosciutto and Fennel Bruschetta Canapes
• Roast Beef Sandwich Setup
• Pulled Pork Sliders

Contact our team at Savory Catering in Dallas for a free quote today or for more information on our appetizer menu. We look forward to serving you at your next corporate event or party.

Savory Catering Has Your Spring Wedding Covered!

If you're looking for the perfect wedding catering in Dallas for your Spring wedding, look no further than Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas!

Savory Catering is your premier resource for wedding catering in Dallas. As you prepare for your Spring wedding, look to Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas to serve all your catering needs. We've planned hundreds of weddings and events and it's our joy to take care of the details on one of the most important days of your life. Even more, our consultative approach will take your vision and budget and bring it to fruition.

Look to Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas for your Spring wedding catering needs!

When it comes to planning your big wedding day, catering often tops the list of important items to have covered. Savory Catering provides exceptional wedding catering in Dallas to help one of the biggest days in your life be the most memorable day! With Savory Catering, there is simply no menu that's too difficult, no budget too small or big, and simply nothing standing in the way from building your dream wedding.

Our team has over 10 years of catering experience and knows Dallas better than anyone. With all that you have to cherish on your wedding day, don't let wedding catering get in the way. It's our joy and honor to handle your Dallas wedding catering needs to make for a enjoyable and memorable life-event. Contact our chefs today to schedule a time to meet in person and allow us to hear your vision and show you our work. We look forward to providing you with wedding catering for a Spring wedding!

Tips for Spring-Cleaning Your Kitchen from Savory Catering!

With Spring officially upon us, here are some helpful tips for spring-cleaning your kitchen from our chefs at Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas!

Spring Cleaning is great for productivity and overall enjoyment of your space! Now is the time of year when people are going "out with the old and in with the new" and the same can be achieved in your kitchen! With that in mind, here are some tips for spring-cleaning your kitchen from Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas!

Check out these tips for Spring-Cleaning Your Kitchen from Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas!

Savory Catering, your premier catering company in Dallas, is here to help you enjoy your kitchen with simple tips for spring-cleaning your kitchen! If you feel like you're constantly dealing with cluttered cabinets and an oven that smokes every time you bake, we understand the frustration that must set in and want to help you enjoy your kitchen again! Start out with a 15 minute clean-up to go through any items that have run their course and can be thrown out.

Next, simply dust down any and all surfaces, and either apply oven cleaner to your oven or use the self-cleaning mode to clear out your oven. Likewise, clean out the inside of your refrigerator, throwing away an expired or unused items and wiping down all interior and exterior surfaces. Wipe down small appliances like toasters or microwaves, reading owner's manuals to clean out any coils or filters. Finally, run the dishwater while it's empty to thoroughly clean it's interior.

These are some helpful tips for spring-cleaning your kitchen from your corporate caterer in Dallas at Savory Catering. We look forward to a bright spring in the kitchen, creating dishes and lasting memories!

Meet Our Chefs at Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas!

Since 2001, Savory Catering has served Dallas, Texas as the premier full-service catering company and we'd love for you to meet our chefs behind it all!

Established in January 2001, Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas has always had the goal of providing excellent, all-natural food made with the freshest ingredients and quality service. Since then, Savory Catering has grown to open the highly successful State and Allen Kitchen+Bar in Uptown as well as two locations of Dallas' favorite sports bar, the Nodding Donkey. All the while, Savory Catering has never lost sight of where it's passion started and we'd love for you to meet our chefs that steward the vision and taste of Savory Catering.

Owner and Executive Chef, Jonathan Calabrese of Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas!

Jonathan Calabrese is owner and executive chef of Savory Catering in Dallas, with a unique background in education and the arts. Jonathan graduated from UNT in 1996 with a Philosophy degree before going to culinary school in 1998. He later graduated from the Art Institute of Dallas as valedictorian of his class and contributes much of his how-to knowledge of running a kitchen from working alongside Executive Chef Brian Luscher at the Grape Restaurant. Today, Jonathan spends most of his time running operations for Savory Catering in Dallas, supporting Executive Chef, Rhett Dukes, who continues to expand the company in exciting directions.

Executive Chef, Rhett Dukes of Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas!

Rhett Dukes is Executive Chef for Savory Catering in Dallas, starting with State and Allen in Uptown as a sous chef. With determination that is only matched by his creativity, Chef Dukes has extensive culinary experience in restaurants from Houston to Chicago and back to Dallas. With a global food knowledge and local restaurant passion, Chef Dukes continues to be the driving force behind new menus for State and Allen and Savory Catering.

Bottom line, nothing is more important to our chefs than seeing our customers smile from something they've created. If you're looking for corporate catering in Dallas for your next luncheon, corporate party, rehearsal dinner or wedding reception, look no further than Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas, backed by these passionate and dedicated executive chefs!

Visit State and Allen for the Best Brunch in Uptown!

For a neighborhood restaurant that is as real and as effortlessly fun as the people who frequent it, visit State and Allen in Dallas for the best brunch in Uptown!

Our team at Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas invites you to experience the best brunch in Uptown at our restaurant, State and Allen! State and Allen is one of those home-away-from-home environments that is as real and as effortlessly fun as the people who frequent it. From catching a sports game on the big screens to enjoying drinks on the patio paired with impeccably prepared food, State and Allen in Dallas is the place to be in Uptown! Above all, it's places like State and Allen that Savory Catering get it's roots!

Visit State and Allen for the Best Brunch in Uptown brought to you by Savory Catering in Dallas!

Savory Catering is your premier catering service in Dallas and partners with State and Allen in Uptown to provide catering for private events! Whether you're looking to host your next baby shower, engagement party, private dinner or corporate meeting, State and Allen has great, all-inclusive pricing and fabulous catering from Savory Catering in great private rooms. Another great feature to State and Allen is their free parking in Uptown! No longer do you have to scrounge up $10 dollars for valet or worry about being towed from a sketchy parking spot. State and Allen has 45 covered spots and offers free 3 hour parking behind the restaurant!

Make plans to visit State and Allen and experience the best brunch in Uptown. Our team at Savory Catering hopes you'll contact us for your next event. We love providing you and yours with the best catering in Dallas!

Cater Your Daily Corporate Lunches Through Savory Catering

Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas provides daily lunches to several corporate investment companies and law firms and invites you to cater your daily corporate lunch in Dallas!

The next time you call a conference call or office meeting over lunch, look to Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas to provide your daily corporate lunches! Our team provides daily lunches to several corporate investment companies and law firms throughout the Dallas area and cherishes the opportunity to provide tailored menus that meet individual needs.

Cater Your Next Corporate Lunch Through Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas!

Savory Catering in Dallas provides corporate catering for conference calls, lunch meetings, office parties and more with tailored menus including exciting hot lunch options that accommodate all your organizations needs, including vegetarian and healthy options. There's nothing quite like a fresh, delicious homemade lunch to energize your group and maximize productivity in Dallas! Whether you're serving a buffet, a picnic, breakfast, lunch or an appetizer spread, our menus are designed by the chefs of State & Allen in Dallas, TX and provides a full-service catering to make your meeting memorable.

Contact our team at Savory Catering to find out more about corporate catering in Dallas. From informal team meetings to crucial sales pitches, there's nothing like a delicious homemade meal to make your meeting count! 

Valentine's Day Recipes and Tips from Savory Catering in Dallas!

Get the best Valentine's Day recipes and tips from Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas to set the mood and show your special someone how special they are!

In case you forgot, Valentine's Day is right around the corner and our team at Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas is here to provide the best Valentine's Day recipes and tips to set the mood and show your special someone just how special they truly are! Regardless of whether you're getting fancy or planning on watching romantic comedies in your pajamas, here are some great Valentine's Day recipes to make this year special.

Valentine's Day Recipes and Tips from Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas!

A great Valentine's Day recipe to start the evening off with is a classic cheese fondue, paired with a firmly tannic red wine. You can find several cheese fondue recipes online, including this fondue recipe from Chef Ryan Hardy at Food & Wine.   From there, move onto the main course with a fantastic rack of lamb with mustard-shallot sauce paired with a Tuscan Sangiovese to accentuate the pan sauce. Finish the evening off with an aphrodisiac desert like chocolate lava cakes with strawberries. Then, whether you're ready to slow dance or call it a night, you and your valentine will be full and satisfied with your Valentine's Day recipe you've whipped up!

Perhaps you and your single friends want to celebrate your singleness by catering a party in Dallas with Savory Catering. We can ensure your event is a success with extraordinary food and helpful service from a private chef to custom menus, a cocktail bar and even live entertainment. Contact our team to get a quote today and see for yourself how Savory Catering is your premier company for catering in Dallas.

The Pickiest of Brides Trust Savory Catering in Dallas

Even the pickiest of brides trust Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas for rehearsal dinner and wedding catering needs!

At Savory Catering, we truly care that you and yours are able to savor your moments. And there are very few moments more sacred than your wedding and all it's celebrations. With so much to choose from and plan for, let Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas handle your wedding catering needs so you can enjoy every moment and remember every engagement.

The pickiest of brides trust Savory Catering in Dallas for all their wedding reception needs!

When it comes to rehearsal dinners, Savory Catering in Dallas goes far above and beyond the stuffy "chicken or fish" choices you've come to expect. When our team handles your wedding catering near Dallas, we offer exquisite gourmet food that genuinely represents the gesture of thanks you're wanting to convey to your family and friends for the love and support they've given. With Savory Catering, we make it easy for you to simply relax and enjoy the company of your family and friends as we cater the event in your home or at a reserved dining space at State & Allen in Uptown.

Even more, Savory Catering takes wedding receptions and wedding catering in Dallas to a whole new level. From our attentive waitstaff to our elegant and delicious meal from your craft menu, the vision of your wedding reception will not only be complete but surpassed. We have years of experience with wedding receptions and a portfolio of trusted partners to accommodate your every need from decor to entertainment. Contact our catering manager, Johnny Lopez, at 469-371-8077 or by emailing jlopez@stateandallen.com.

We look forward to providing you and your loved ones with the best wedding catering near Dallas available!

Your Premier Choice for Corporate Catering in Dallas

Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas is your go-to choice for corporate catering for weddings, parties, events and more in the Dallas/Fort-Worth Metroplex!

From corporate lunches to private dinners and holiday parties, there's no better source for corporate catering in Dallas than Savory Catering located in Uptown! Since 2001, we have been your premier choice for catering in Dallas and we look forward to serving you and your event soon! Bottom line, it's our goal to provide excellent, all-natural food made with the freshest ingredients hand-in-hand with quality service and subtlety. Regardless your event, we are your full-service catering company in Dallas with the ability to help your event succeed from planning to site-selection, vendor arrangement, production design, and more!

Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas is your go-to corporate caterer for your next event!

Perhaps you're wanting to cater your next corporate lunch or conference. Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas provides daily lunches for several corporate investment companies and law firms throughout Dallas, tailored to meet their individual needs. Even more, we make it easy for you to revive the tradition of glamorous cocktail parties with delicious appetizers and full-bar selections of wine and beers. Take it a step further and let Savory Catering in Dallas provide you with the pleasures of hosting without the stress of planning and cooking for hours. We can provide a private chef and staff for your home or event space with a custom menu to suit your theme.

Contact our team at Savory Catering in Dallas to get the ball rolling. Our consultations are free and our process is seamless. We look forward to providing your corporate catering in Dallas soon!

Focus on the Vegetables in 2016

It is the beginning of a New Year and everyone is making plans to do better, eat better, and live better.  Choosing a strict diet can be a bit dramatic and many times end in failure.  At Savory Catering we want to encourage you to be fueling your body with the nutrients you need.  Many times vegetables get overlooked or forgotten and we want to remind you of a few that are not only delicious but great for you. 

Spaghetti squash is a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, and manganese. It is a fair source of niacin, pantothenic acid, and potassium.  After it is cooked, you can separate the flesh into thin strands somewhat similar to spaghetti so it is a great substitute for pasta. Spaghetti squash is higher in nutrients and way lower in carbohydrate and calories than pasta is.

Asparagus is high in vitamin K and folate and is high in anti-inflammatory nutrients as well as provides a wide variety of antioxidant nutrients, including vitamin C, beta-carotene, vitamin E, and the minerals zinc, manganese and selenium. It’s also especially rich in glutathione, a detoxifying compound that can help destroy carcinogens. For this reason, asparagus may help fight or protect against certain cancers, including bone, breast, lung and colon cancers. 

Carrots are packed with health-promoting beta carotene, they promote good vision.  Carrots also have a large amount of antioxidants and other nutrients.  Along with the antioxidant benefits, they also have cardiovascular benefits, and anti-cancer benefits. 

Making it a priority to consume vegetables on a daily basis is very important.  Vegetables don’t have to be boring either.  You do not have to serve these individually and make your kiddos choke them down.  There are some great recipes and ways to serve these alongside other delicious ingredients.  Below are a few items we have available through Savory Catering. 

Baked Spaghetti Squash

Served with wild mushroom ragu.

Grilled and Chilled Asparagus

Served with chopped egg, apple wood smoked bacon and champagne vinaigrette

Roasted Fennel and Carrots

Served with fresh thyme, Oaxaca cheese, and oregano.

To learn more ways to serve up nutritious vegetables or book your next catering event give us a call at 214-301-3124.

This New Year’s Eve Serve Finger Foods and Lots of Bubbly!

New Year’s Eve is less than a week away. At Savory Catering we would love to give you some tips and suggestions for your event.  In order for you to enjoy the night along with your guests, it is important to plan a simple but delicious menu.  Small bite sized finger foods are perfect for a New Year’s Eve get together.  Below are some easy to prepare recipes you can try.  If you want to make it really easy you can get Savory Catering to do all the cooking.  Give us a call today to discuss prices for your next party or event.

Shrimp Cocktail

Set out some fresh shrimp with yummy cocktail sauce for dipping!

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

These delicious mushrooms are stuffed with delicious Italian sausage, red bellpeppers, onion, celery, cheese, spinach and more.  Your guests will not be able to resist.  Get the full recipe. 

Baked Mini Corndogs

These corndogs are delicious and because they are baked rather than fried they will leave your guests feeling good about themselves.  Get the full recipe.

Cheese Ball

This cheese ball includes blue cheese, onion, and Worcestershire sauce.  You can serve traditionally with crackers or to go a different route you can make tiny balls that you serve on toothpicks. Get the full recipe.

Cookies for Santa

We have some great suggestions and recipes to offer so that you can provide some yummy Christmas cookies for Santa this year.  The Christmas season brings gingerbread men, shortbread cookies, snickerdoodles, fudge, thumbprints and more – the options are endless.  Take a look at some recipes and decorating tips below.

Sugar Cookies

1 C Butter softened                 1 C Confectioner’s Sugar            1 egg      1 tsp salt                 

1 ½ tsp almond extract            1 tsp vanilla extract                        2 ½ cups flour

Frosting:

6 T butter softened                        3 C Confectioner’s Sugar            1 tsp vanilla extract                       

2-4 T 2% Milk                        optional: food coloring, décor candies

1.     In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioner’s sugar until light and fluffy.  Beat in egg and extracts.  Combine flour and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well.  Chill 1-2 hours.

2.     Preheat oven to 375.  On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/8 inch thickness.  Cut with floured 2 ½ inch cookie cutters.  Place on greased baking sheets.  Bake 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned.  Remove to wire racks to cool. 

3.     For frosting, in a small bowl, combine butter, sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve a spreading consistency.  If desired, tint with food coloring.  Frost cookies; decorate as desired.  Yield: 6-7 dozen. 

Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

96 Ritz Crackers                                    1 cup creamy peanut butter                       

1 cup marshmallow crème                        2 lbs milk chocolate candy coating

1.     Spread half the crackers with peanut butter.  Spread remaining crackers with marshmallow crème; place crème side down over peanut butter crackers, forming a sandwich.

2.     Dip sandwiches in melted candy coating, allowing excess to drip off.  Place on waxed paper-lined pans; refrigerate for 15 minutes or until set.  If desired, drizzle with additional candy coating and sprinkles.  Store in airtight container.  Yield: 4 dozen.

No matter which type of cookie you choose to make, you can add a creative touch with some of these tips. 

Stencil Your Cookies

First spread your frosting over the top of your cookie.  Place a stencil over the cookie: sprinkle colored sugar over the cut our area and carefully lift off the stencil.

Marbling

Spread a sugar glaze over your cookies and let dry.  Stir in ½ teaspoon water and ¼ cup glaze and tint with desired food coloring.  Tightly crumble a 12-inch square piece of waxed paper into a ball; lightly dip into colored glaze.  Press onto cookies; repeat until your preferred pattern is achieved. Let dry. 

Drizzling

Place your cookies on waxed paper.  Prepare a sugar glaze and stir in 1 ½ teaspoon water until smooth.  Use a spoon and drizzle over the cookies.  Let dry.

Dipping

Prepare your sugar glaze and stir in 1 teaspoon water until smooth.  Dip cookies halfway into the glaze, and let excess drip off.  Place on wax paper and let dry.

To learn more about baking or schedule an event this holiday season, call Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas. 

Request A Proposal from Savory Catering

At Savory Catering in Dallas, Texas we want to do all that we can to help make your next event a success.  This is one of the busiest months of the year and we understand that finding a catering company can be time consuming.  We have made the process easier for you.  You can fill out an online form with the details of your event from the comfort of your own home! 

In order to complete the form you just need to provide some basic contact information, the date and location of your event, the number of guests you plan to serve, details about your budget, rentals, food allergies, and specific desires you may have.  So take the time to sit down and fill out the proposal request form today and we can do the rest!

Once we receive your detailed information we can put together a custom quote just for you.  If you are not sure about the details and what you want we would love for you to call us at 214-301-3124 to set up an appointment with one of our catering experts to talk through the details and plan a delicious menu that fits both your style and your budget.   

Thanksgiving Checklist from Savory Catering

The week of Thanksgiving is here.  If you are hosting a Thanksgiving meal at your home this year, you have probably been planning details for quite a while.  Our team at Savory Catering hopes you have an unforgettable holiday and we have provided a list of tasks to be done these days leading up to Thanksgiving Day.

Wednesday before Thanksgiving:

In order to make Thanksgiving Day manageable do as much as you can the day before including:

·  Assemble and bake pies; store them at room temperature (unless they're custard-based, such as pumpkin pie, which should be refrigerated).

·  Prepare any side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, that can be made ahead and reheated in the microwave.

·  Clean and dry salad greens and store them in a resealable plastic bag.

·  Set the table; arrange chairs; set out flowers, candles, and any other decorations.

·  If brining your turkey, prep it and leave it in the brine overnight.

Thanksgiving Day

On the big day follow this schedule to help have a flawless event!

morning:

• If stuffing your turkey, prepare the stuffing and fill the turkey.
• Put the turkey in to roast.
• Defrost breads and any other prepared items that have been frozen.
• Chill white wine and beer. Set up the bar for any other drinks you'll be making.

midday:

• While the turkey is roasting, complete all the other dishes. Let them stand at room temperature or, if ready more than one hour ahead, refrigerate.

half an hour before dinnertime:

• When the turkey comes out, let it rest while you make the gravy and reheat the side dishes on the stovetop, in the oven, or in the microwave.
• Dress the salad.

dinnertime:

• Carve the turkey and serve the meal. (Don't forget to save the carcass, you can make yummy turkey soup)

after dinner:

• Wrap up leftovers within two hours.
• Make coffee and tea, whip cream for pies, and serve dessert.

Hopefully these tips and schedules can help you and your family get things done efficiently and on time.  Our team at Savory Catering wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving holiday!  Please contact us if you have any questions or need an affordable catering company at your next big event!

Great Wines for Your Thanksgiving Meal!

Thanksgiving is just 9 days away!  The traditional Thanksgiving meal is full of delicious flavors and includes a variety both heavy and light dishes.  Adding wine to your meal can help to wrap it all together.  Read below about some affordable and delicious wines that will compliment the food on your table this Thanksgiving.

White Wines

Sauvignon Blanc has a crisp, light base that is a fresh compliment to heavier, richer flavors during the Thanksgiving meal.

Chardonnay provides a dryness that complements the sweetness of dishes with apples and cranberries.

Riesling has a sweet and light contrast to the fat in gravy, stuffing & potatoes.

Red Wines

Pinot Noir doesn’t overpower foods and its juicy strawberry notes enhance the turkey and the flavor.

Red Zinfandel has a fresh fruit flavor that doesn’t get lost among the strong Thanksgiving flavors.

Sparkling Shiraz is low in tannins, large in flavor and lightens heavy dishes.

These are just a few types of wine that could go great with your Thanksgiving feast.  If you have any questions about your meal or if you are looking for someone to cater your meal this Thanksgiving so that you can enjoy your holiday with family and friends, stop by Savory Catering in Dallas today!