about gather
Gather Catering is the passionate pursuit of husband and wife duo Camilla Sherret and Newell Orfei.
Bringing experience and a personal love of food to all events – we create menus from scratch with locally-sourced ingredients. Our boutique catering company has a strong, inventive, proven team of chefs, cooks and professional servers.
Everything is designed to reflect your taste, vision and budget with just a splash of that little something extra.
Our mission is to coordinate your event so you and your guests can effortlessly gather, eat and connect.
Cocktail Party Catering
Our cocktail catering menu is designed to offer variety, flexibility, and a high-end guest experience. From light, refined bites to more substantial small plates, each item is crafted to be visually striking, easy to enjoy, and full of flavour.
Elevated Cocktail Catering
Create a memorable cocktail experience with event catering designed for connection, energy, and exceptional food. Gather delivers chef-driven, made-from-scratch canapés and small plates using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, supported by professional staffing, bar service, and seamless execution.
From curated passed canapés to interactive food stations, our cocktail catering is designed to impress and keep guests engaged.
COCKTAIL MENU
Garden (Vegetarian & Plant-Based)
Mushroom Flatbread
fresh mushrooms, fontina cheese, white truffle oil
| VEG
Carrot Falafel
Leffer's organic carrots, baba ghanoush, citrus labneh | GF, DF available, VF available
Brie & Peach Flatbread
triple cream brie, fresh peach, caramelized onion | seasonal availability | VEG
Thai Corn Cakes
fresh corn, curry, cucumber & cilantro relish | GF, DF, VEG
Deviled Eggs
Man's organic eggs, white truffle oil, chive | GF, DF
| Df
Tomato Focaccia
oven-dried tomato, house made focaccia, baba ghanoush, arugula | DF, VF
Sweet Potato Taquito
ancho chili, salsa verde | GF
Eggplant Polpette
eggplant "meatballs", tomato and Calabrian pomodoro, grana padano | GF, VEG
Lemon Arancini
lemon & mascarpone risotto fritter, Japanese breadcrumb | VEG
Endive
citrus, olive, Stilton cheese, almond praline | GF, DF available, VEG
Miso Mushroom
glazed shiitake mushroom, scallion pancake, sesame | DF, VF
Mushroom Nigiri
soy & mirin compressed shiitake mushroom, garlic aioli | GF | DF | VF
Red Curry Dumpling
fresh mushrooms, coconut red curry, basil, ponzu dipping sauce | GF | DF | VF
Sea
Thai Prawn Cake
red curry, lime leaf, ginger scallion pistou | GF, DF
Prawn Aguachile
marinated prawns, cucumber, cilantro, lime | GF, DF
Crab Cake
Dungeness crab, remoulade, fresh dill | DF
Lobster Profiterole
Atlantic lobster, lemon horseradish aioli, fresh herbs
Salmon Gravlax Nigiri
citrus cured salmon, sushi rice, wasabi mayo, pickled serrano | GF, DF
Smoked Salmon Crumpets
semolina crumpets, hot smoked salmon, red onion jam
Tuna Tartare
sesame, jalapeno, cucumber, sweet potato crisp | GF, DF
Tuna Tostada
seared albacore tuna, avocado crema, chipotle, corn chip | GF
Land
Steak Bite
curry and coconut marinated AB beef, satay sauce, cilantro | GF, DF
Beef Carpaccio
rare AAA tenderloin, pine nut aioli, arugula, pita chip, grana padano
Bison Slider
Alberta bison, Sylvan Star smoked gouda, European bacon, house made ketchup | GF available
Yorkshire Puddings
house made puddings, braised Alberta beef, horseradish cream
Harissa Lamb Kebab
Alberta lamb, apricot glaze, red onion, mint yogurt | GF, DF available
Miso Chicken
maple and sake marinated chicken, scallion, miso glaze, sesame | GF, DF
Italian Meatball
traditional pork meatball, tomato and calabrian pomodoro, grana padano
Vietnamese Meatball
crispy rice, lemongrass and herb pork, sesame sriracha aioli | GF, DF
Chicken Waldorf
smoked chicken, apple, celery, dijon dressing, profiterole
Chicken Tostada
achiote marinated chicken, pickled corn salsa, tomatillo, cilantro | GF, DF
Baked Smashed Potato
smashed baby potato, creme fraiche, pesto, crispy European bacon
Stationary
Artisanal Cheese
selection of local & international cheese, grapes, dried fruit, baguette & crackers | VEG, GF
Charcuterie
selection of local & international cured & dried meat, cornichon, mustards, baguette & crackers | GF, DF
Mediterranean Mezze
assorted grilled & fresh vegetables, hummus, baba ghanoush, tzatziki, marinated olives, baked cumin pita chips, gluten free crackers | GF, DF, VF
Fresh Fruit
selection of fresh cut fruit & berries | GF, DF, VF
Beef Tenderloin
sliced medium rare AAA Alberta striploin, roasted red pepper, cornichon, salsa verde, local mustard, caramelized onion, creamed horseradish, assorted buns
Kettle Chips & Dip
house made organic Alberta potato chips with caramelized onion dip
Crudités
selection of fresh cut vegetables with roasted red pepper bean dip | GF, DF, VF
Prawn Cocktail
lemon & coriander poached prawn & sesame orange cocktail sauce | GF, DF
Popcorn
sweet & salty kettle corn | GF, DF, VF
Small Plates
Truffled Mushroom Risotto
roasted mushroom, parmesan, white truffle oil, arugula | VEG, GF
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
sea scallops, European bacon, tomato jam, creamy polenta | GF
White Cheddar Donuts
pickled jalapeno, charred scallion cream, apple jam | VEG
Potato & Leek Tortellini
buttermilk sauce, creamed leeks, potato crumb | VEG
Panzanella Salad
heirloom tomato, cucumber, grilled focaccia, basil | VEG, DF
Cioppino
prawns, PEI mussels, cod, tomato & fennel broth, grilled focaccia | DF
Steak "Frites"
grilled AB flatiron steak, crisp nugget potatoes, maitre d’hotel butter | GF
Warm Carrot Salad
roasted carrots, tahini cream, urfa biber vinaigrette, sunflower seed dukkah | GF, DF, VF
Sweets
Lemongrass Panna Cotta
preserved peach, toasted coconut | GF
Banana Coconut Parfait
coconut whip, caramelized banana, coconut crumb | GF | DF | VF
Lemon Meringue Tartlets
Dark Chocolate & Salted Caramel Tartlets
Dark Chocolate Truffles
Cocoa & Espresso Dusted | Gf
French Macrons
Assorted Flavours | Gf
Orange Blossom Panna Cotta
Pistachio, Honey | Gf
Mexican Chocolate Pot De Creme
Dark Chocolate, Coconut, Cinnamon & Ancho Chili | Gf | Df | Vf
Spiced Pumpkin Tartlets
Cinnamon Ricotta Fritters
Strawberry Cream Puffs
Seasonal Availability
Carrot Cake
Chai And Cream Cheese Icing
Action Stations
PRICES START AT $26 PER PERSON. CUSTOM MENUS AVAILABLE
Italian Station
• Lemon Arancini
• Mushroom Flatbread
• Italian Meatballs
• Eggplant Polpette
• Antipasto Platter
Taco Station
• Tortilla Chips with Salsa
• Potato Tortitas
• Sweet Potato Taquito
• Al Pastor Pork Taco
• Chicken Tinga Taco
Asian Inspired Station
• Sesame Noodle Salad
• Thai Corn Cake
• Vietnamese Meatball
• Miso Chicken
• Bao Buns
Raw Bar Station
• Shucked Oysters
• Scallop Crudo
• Prawn Cocktail
• Smoked Salmon Dip
• Crab Salad Cups
GF = gluten free | DF = dairy free | VF = vegan | VEG = vegetarian
Minimum order 3 dozen per item. Does not include rentals, staffing, delivery, service charge, or GST.
Details &
Considerations
To help ensure a smooth planning process and the best possible experience, here are a few important details to consider:
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Full-service events are best suited for budgets starting at $2,000, while drop-off catering begins at $750, before GST.
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Pricing excludes rentals, staffing, delivery, set-up, coordination fees, and applicable taxes.
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Final guest count and menu selections are required a minimum of 14 days prior to your event.
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Dietary requirements can be accommodated upon request and will be quoted accordingly.
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Menu offerings and pricing may vary based on availability and seasonality.
Who This Is Ideal For
Our cocktail catering is best suited for events focused on guest experience, interaction, and elevated food presentation.
WHY CHOOSE GATHER FOR COCKTAIL CATERING
Designed for Interaction
Menus built for movement, conversation, and engagement.
Chef-Driven, Seasonal Ingredients
Made from scratch using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.
Flexible Formats
Passed canapés, stations, and small plates tailored to your event.
Flexible cocktail catering options, including drop-off catering and full-service catering for your event needs, with dietary-friendly and inclusive menus offering gluten free, dairy free, and vegan-friendly options.
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