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HomeWho We AreDesert Cites Catering is an award winning catering company with over 25 years of experience in the Palm Springs/Desert Resorts area.Something is always cooking at DCC...New!Model Menus are now available.About UsWho We AreOwned and operated by Executive Chef Sherry Peña, Sherry has worked with all types of food mediums and her presentation style catering has been a favorite among her long list of satisfied customers. "You did a fabulous job and got rave reviews last night and this morning. People were impressed with the food, its presentation, and the service. Several people mentioned pleasing interactions with your staff and more than one person remarked upon how seamless the whole event seemed. A big wow factor. And two people asked for your name and number!" - KLP of Rancho MirageThe TeamSherry PeñaSherry has over 30 years experience in the food and beverage business. Presently, she is the Executive Chef at The Palms Golf Club in La Quinta, California. Prior, Sherry was the Executive Chef at The Plantation Golf Club and Interim Executive Chef of Rancho La Quinta Country Club in La Quinta, California. In addition to Desert Cities Catering, she also operates and manages The Top of the Courts Café at Shadow Mountain Resort and Club in Palm Desert, CA. Her passion for the food business, combined with many years of experience gives her a unique reputation and perspective on the importance of having a quality establishment and catering business. ServicesWhat We DoWe will create a custom proposal for your event to suit your budget requirements and individual preferences. All aspects of your event will be considered to ensure maximum success and satisfaction: an appropriate seasonal menu, food presentations, beverage choices, serving pieces, linens, china, flowers, overall layout, tenting, lighting, props and other items to make your party successful.Our decorative services can include as many special touches and extras as you may desire to achieve your thematic vision and to stage a truly fabulous affair!ServicesCocktail PartiesSpecial EventsWeddingsPhoto ShootsAnniversary PartiesBar-B-Que'sGrand OpeningsBuffetsBoxed LunchesBereavements"don't Worry.... just Party!" MODEL MENUSModel MenusSeptember 2010 thru May 2011Includes Chef, Service Attendants, China, Flatware, Linen Napkins, Water Glass, & Wine Glass.Rentable Items: 60 Round, 6 Banquet, White or Black Bistro Chairs, and Linen Tablecloths.Depending on Venue Kitchen Facility, the Entrée and Salad may be served buffet style.20 Guest MinimumSelect One Appetizer•Lump Crab Tacos•Roasted Corn Cake with Crème Fresh Salsa•Shrimp Scampi•Cured Meat, Brie and Olive PlateSelect One Salad or Soup•Roasted Red Pepper Soup•Crab Bisque•Romaine Wedge dressed with Anchovy Garlic Oil and topped with Red Onion•Butter Leaf Lettuce dressed with Citrus Vinegrette topped with Citrus and Pine Nuts•Baby Spinach dressed with Balsamic Vinegrette topped with Deviled Egg and Bacon Select One Entrée (Dietary Restricted Entrée may be substituted)•Boneless Short Ribs, Smashed Red Potatoes with Horseradish, Wilted Greens•Oso Bucco , Orzo Pasta, Braised Root Vegetables•Coffee Incrusted Beef Tenderloin, Shredded Au Gratin Potatoes, Broccolini•Winged Chicken Breast, Fruited Cous Cous, Baby CarrotsSelect One Dessert•Tiramisu Martini Accented with Chocolate and Berries•Chocolate Date Bar Crowned with White Chocolate Mousse drizzled with Bourbon Date Carmel •Rustic Lemon Tart Pared with Fresh Fruit Compote•Banana Foster Whip Whipped with Spiced Rum and served in a tall glass with Carmel Legs Case Studies1.Corporate Business AffairsJust Some of Our ClientsGranite ConstructionPalm Desert DoorErnie BallLeeds and SonTrilogyCoachella Valley Water DistrictCity of Rancho MirageIndio Chamber of CommerceCity of La QuintaLa Quinta Senior CenterLiving DesertRancho Mirage LibraryCollege of the DesertCal State University-San BernardinoUniversity of California-Riverside City of Indian WellsCity of Palm DesertOutdoor Resorts in IndioDesert ShoresJeep JamboreeShadow Mountain ResortPalms Golf ClubJFK Memorial HospitalTenet HealthcareDesert Oasis Medical GroupSun City Shadow HillsBoys and Girls Club of La QuintaCoachella Valley Recreation DistrictCalifornia Date CommissionChildren's Discovery MuseumRiverside CountyRiverside Sherriffs DepartmentCorporate catering doesn't have to mean mundane. We bring the same fresh culinary approach to every event we do whether its an evening reception or a company picnic. Once you try our corporate breakfast menu, you'll never be satisfied with just bagels and pastries again. And if your corporate event needs that extra something special, let us know. Our corporate event planners specialize in merging creative theme and décor ideas with the personalized service Desert Cities Catering is known for.2.Special EventsSpecial Event dinner parties are held for many different reasons that range from awards and non-profit galas to anniversaries and birthdays. There is something very magical about a special event that is so sophisticated and elegant yet also very warm and inviting. Planning and organizing a special event does take some effort, but it is always well worth it.3.WeddingsYou're getting married. You want everything to be just right. To make your wedding memorable, consider a few unique wedding reception ideas. There are plenty of selections to consider, many of which are simplistic to do and they are generally affordable options too.Consider the cake, the music, the food, the flowers and the tables for just a start. Yes, you can do many things, depending on what you really love and really want to make this day the perfect day for you. GreenGoing GreenNapkins are 100% recycled natural fiber, 65% post consumer waste (when requested)Plates and serving utensils made from organically grown bamboo (when requested)Chinet plates and bowls made of 100% recycled materials (when requested)Cutlery made from birchwood (a natural renewable resource) or biodegradable corn starch (when requested)Plastic cups and to-go containers are PLA, and hot cups are biodegradable and lined with PLA Offering clients recycling services at their events for cans, water bottles and glassReducing use of water bottles by 75%Conservation efforts in our offices and kitchen include printing and copying on recycled paper; recycling plastic, paper, and glass;Cleaning with products that are biodegradable and nontoxic; using reusable containers for beverages and staff meals; Using energy efficient light bulbsUsing local products produced naturally and organically by small family farmers, ranchers, and herdsmen whenever possible -- supporting an environmentally sound food system where foods produced locally are consumed locallyKitchen recycling programCompost program in progressConstantly striving to find ways to reduce our environmental-footprintContactContact Us Sherrydcc_dc.rr.com760-777-1668Desert Cities CateringLife_DCCWeek of 10/19/09 Life _ Desert Cities CateringWeek of 10/26/09Week of 10/19/09Week of 11/2/09Week of 11/09/09Week of 11/16/09Week of 11/23/09Week of 11/30/09Week of 12/07/09Week of 12/14/09©2009-2011 New Media ID. 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