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Build me a Mexican lunch menu with tacos on for next Tuesday at 12pm for 70 people with a $22 budget.
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I'm planning a company happy hour next Tuesday at 4pm for Asian American and Pacific Islander Month. I have 50 guests including 10 vegetarians and a $18 per person budget.
I am planning a happy hour at 5pm next Wednesday for 140 people including 30 vegans with a $17 budget. The menus should include beverages and desserts and I also need on-site staff and decor.
I need to plan office lunches on 05/05, 05/06, and 05/07 at 12pm. We have 90 employees with 20 vegetarians, 10 vegans, and 10 gluten-free eaters. I'd like the menus on 05/05 to be Cinco De Mayo themed. My budget per meal is $2,000 total for food.
I'm planning a dinner for my office for 40 employees with 10 vegetarians and 10 nightshade-free eaters next Monday at 5pm. My budget is $17 per person and I'd like menu options with a build your own bowl style.
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Entrees / BYO Protein
Smoky Tofu with Chili-Lime Marinade
Grilled tofu marinated in citrus, chili, and herbs.

Sliced Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast
Served with a light citrus jus and fresh herbs.

Grilled Salmon with Ancho Glaze
Char-grilled salmon fillet finished with a smoky ancho chile glaze.

Gardein Vegan Ground Beef
Seasoned and sauteed vegan meatless ground beef

Shredded Chicken
Boiled and shredded chicken seasoned and then sauteed

Marinated Carne Asada
Sauteed marinated carne asada

Shrimp
Sauteed marinated shrimp

Carnitas
Sauteed pork carnitas

Gardein Vegan Ground Beef with Mushrooms
Seasoned and sauteed vegan meatless ground beef and mushrooms

Plant Based "Chicken"
Plant based "chicken" seasoned with salt, pepper and paprika

Plant Based "Beef" Strips
Plant based "beef" strips seasoned with salt, pepper and paprika

Individually Packaged: Yogurt Parfait Cup
Low fat yogurt with layered fruits and granola.

Light Carb Salmon with Tomatillo Salsa, Cauliflower Rice, & Roasted Vegetables
Salmon with tomatillo salsa, sauteed cauliflower rice, and roasted zucchini, squash, bell peppers, and onions seasoned with salt and black pepper, with a lime slice on the side

Salmon with Tomatillo Salsa, Spanish Rice, and Black Beans
Salmon with tomatillo salsa, Spanish rice, whole black beans, and a lime slice on the side

Chicken Fajitas with Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, and Corn Tortillas
Chicken fajitas with sauteed chicken breast, bell peppers and onions, Spanish rice, corn tortillas, and refried pinto beans. Served with a slice of lime on the side

Light Carb Chicken Fajitas Bowl with Cauliflower Rice & Mixed Roasted Vegetables
Sauteed chicken breast with cauliflower rice and roasted zucchini, squash, bell peppers, and onions seasoned with salt and black pepper. Served with a lime slice on the side

Allergen-Free - Grilled Chicken with White Rice, Refried Beans, and Corn Tortillas (NO Bell Peppers and Paprika)
Grilled chicken with white rice, corn tortillas, and refried pinto beans. Served with a slice of lime on the side

Chicken Fajitas with Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, and Corn Tortillas - Citrus Free
Chicken fajitas with sauteed chicken breast, bell peppers and onions, Spanish rice, corn tortillas, and refried pinto beans.

Chicken Fajitas with Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, and Flour Tortillas
Chicken fajitas with sauteed chicken breast, bell peppers and onions, Spanish rice, flour tortillas, and refried pinto beans. Served with a slice of lime on the side

Tofu Fajitas with Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, and Corn Tortillas
Tofu fajitas with sauteed extra firm tofu, bell peppers, and onions, Spanish rice, corn tortillas, and refried pinto beans. Served with a slice of lime on the side

Tofu Fajitas with Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, and Flour Tortillas
Tofu fajitas with sauteed extra firm tofu, bell peppers, and onions, Spanish rice, flour tortillas, and refried pinto beans. Served with a slice of lime on the side

Light Carb Tofu Fajita Bowl with Cauliflower Rice and Mixed Roasted Vegetables
Sauteed extra firm tofu with cauliflower rice and roasted zucchini, squash, bell peppers, and onions seasoned with salt and black pepper. Served with a lime slice on the side

Sauteed Vegetable Fajitas, Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, & Corn Tortillas
Fajitas with sauteed mushrooms, bell peppers and onions, Spanish rice, corn tortillas, and refried pinto beans. Served with a slice of lime on the side

Sauteed Vegetable Fajitas, Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, & Flour Tortillas
Fajitas with sauteed mushrooms, bell peppers and onions, Spanish rice, flour tortillas, and refried pinto beans. Served with a slice of lime on the side

Light Carb Sauteed Vegetable Fajita Bowl, Cauliflower Rice & Roasted Vegetables
Sauteed mushrooms with cauliflower rice and roasted zucchini, squash, bell peppers, and onions seasoned with salt and black pepper. Served with a lime slice on the side

Halal Certified Salmon with Tomatillo Salsa, Spanish Rice, and Black Beans
Salmon with tomatillo salsa, Spanish rice, whole black beans, and a lime slice on the side

Halal Light Carb Salmon, Tomatillo Salsa, Cauliflower Rice, & Roasted Vegetables
Salmon with tomatillo salsa, sauteed cauliflower rice, and roasted zucchini, squash, bell peppers, and onions seasoned with salt and black pepper, with a lime slice on the side

Grilled Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce, Spanish Rice, and Refried Beans
Grilled flank steak with chimichurri sauce, Spanish rice, refried pinto beans, and a lime slice on the side

LC Grilled Flank Steak, Chimichurri, Cauliflower Rice, & Roasted Vegetable
Grilled flank steak with chimichurri sauce, sauteed cauliflower rice, and roasted zucchini, squash, bell peppers, and onions seasoned with salt and black pepper, with a lime slice ...

Grilled Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce, Spanish Rice, and Black Beans
Grilled flank steak with chimichurri sauce, Spanish rice, whole black beans, and a lime slice on the side

Scrambled Eggs
Classic scrambled eggs

Individual Vegetarian Quiche
Individual quiche with eggs, tomatoes, broccoli, bell peppers, spinach, and cheddar cheese. Served with Salsa on the side

Bacon Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, bacon, potato, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper. Served with Salsa on the side

Chorizo Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, chorizo, potato, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper. Served with Salsa on the side

Ham Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, ham, potato, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper. Served with Salsa on the side

Spinach Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, spinach, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper. Served with Salsa on the side

Vegan Spinach and Tofu Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with spinach, plant based mozzarella cheese, tofu, vegan butter, and red bell pepper. Served with Salsa on the side

Gluten Free Chorizo Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, chorizo, potato, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper made with organic gluten free flour. Served with Salsa on the side

Gluten Free Ham Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, ham, potato, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper made with organic gluten free flour. Served with Salsa on the side

Gluten Free Bacon Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, bacon, potato, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper made with organic gluten free flour. Served with Salsa on the side

Gluten Free Spinach Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, spinach, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper made with organic gluten free flour. Served with Salsa on the side

Gluten Free Vegan Spinach and Tofu Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with spinach, plant based mozzarella cheese, tofu, vegan butter, and red bell pepper made with organic gluten free flour. Served with Salsa on the side

Individual Italian Sausage Quiche
Individual quiche with eggs, jalapenos, Italian sausage, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Served with Salsa on the side

Individual Chorizo Quiche
Individual quiche with eggs, chorizo, Mexican cheese blend, black beans, and green onions. Served with Salsa on the side

Vegan Plant Based Beef Empanadas with Vegan Coleslaw and Fruit Cup
Two empanadas stuffed with plant based "ground beef", onions, olives, raisins, vegan butter, and served with salsa. Served with vegan coleslaw and a fruit cup of watermelon, honeyd ...

Vegetarian Caprese Empanadas with Coleslaw and Fruit Cup
Two empanadas stuffed with basil, mozzarella, tomatoes, and served with salsa. Served with coleslaw and a fruit cup of watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, and blueberries ...

Beef Empanadas with Coleslaw and Fruit Cup
Two empanadas stuffed with ground beef, raisins, olives, boiled eggs, onions, and served with salsa. Served with coleslaw and a fruit cup of watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe, pinea ...

Chicken Empanadas with Coleslaw and Fruit Cup
Two empanadas stuffed with chicken, gypsy peppers, onions, and served with salsa. Served with coleslaw and a fruit cup of watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, and blueberri ...

Chorizo Empanadas and Fruit Cup
Two empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, chorizo, potato, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper served with salsa. Fruit cup of watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, and ...

Bacon Empanadas and Fruit Cup
Two empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, bacon, potato, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper served with salsa. Fruit cup of watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, and bl ...

Ham Empanadas and Fruit Cup
Two empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, ham, potato, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper served with salsa. Fruit cup of watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, and blue ...

Spinach Empanadas and Fruit Cup
Two empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, spinach, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper served with salsa. Fruit cup of watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, and blueberr ...

Vegan Spinach Tofu Empanadas and Fruit Cup
Two empanadas stuffed with spinach, plant based mozzarella cheese, tofu, vegan butter, and red bell pepper served with salsa. Fruit cup of watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapp ...

Gluten Free Chorizo Empanadas and Fruit Cup
Two empanadas stuffed with scrambled eggs, chorizo, potato, mozzarella cheese, and red bell pepper made with organic gluten free flour and served with salsa. Fruit cup of watermelo ...

Gluten Free Vegan Spinach Tofu Empanadas and Fruit Cup
Two empanadas stuffed with spinach, plant based mozzarella cheese, tofu, vegan butter, and red bell pepper made with organic gluten free flour and served with salsa. Fruit cup of w ...

Beef Birria
Beef chuck/short rib blend with spices, guajillo peppers and cook in sauce until tender.

Al Pastor
Pork shoulder strips blend with pineapple, peppers, garlic, vinegar cooked until caramelized.

Fish Tacos(Breaded)
White fish seasoned and coated in panko cooked until golden.

Turkey Picadillo
Ground turkey, cubed potatoes, tomatoes simmered until tender.

Jackfruit Barbacoa(Vegan)
Shredded jackfruit, sauteed with onions, garlic, chipotle and spices.

Mexican Chorizo
Ground sausage made with fresh pork and seasoned with a blend of chiles, garlic, and spices.

Appetizers
Queso Fundido
Melted cheese layered with spicy chorizo, jalapeno, and onions.

Vegan Plant Based Beef Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with plant based "ground beef", onions, olives, raisins, and vegan butter. Served with Salsa on the side

Vegan Spinach and Tofu Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with spinach, plant based mozzarella cheese, tofu, vegan butter, and red bell pepper. Served with Salsa on the side

Vegan Spinach Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with spinach, plant based cheese, onions, and vegan butter.. Served with Salsa on the side.

Gluten Free Vegan Spinach and Tofu Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with spinach, plant based mozzarella cheese, tofu, vegan butter, and red bell pepper made with organic gluten free flour. Served with Salsa on the side

Gluten Free Vegan Spinach Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with spinach, plant based cheese, onions, and vegan butter made with organic gluten free flour. Served with Salsa on the side

Gluten Free Vegan Plant Based Beef Empanadas
Empanadas stuffed with plant based "ground beef", onions, olives, raisins, and vegan butter made with organic gluten free flour.. Served with Salsa on the side

Toppings
Pickled Red Onions
Thinly sliced pickled onions.

Pumpkin Seeds
Crunchy pumpkin seeds, a nutritious topping or snack.

Dried Cranberries
Sweet and tangy dried cranberries, great for salads or baking.

Blueberries
Fresh and juicy blueberries, perfect for a healthy addition.

Blackberries
Sweet and tart blackberries, a flavorful fruit option.

Crumbled Cheese
Flavorful crumbled cheese, an excellent topping for salads or dishes.

Peanuts
Crunchy and satisfying peanuts, a popular snack or addition to various dishes.

Onion
Freshly chopped onions

Fresh Cilantro
Fresh chopped cilantro

Shredded Cheese
Shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese

Sliced Olives
Sliced black olives

Fresh Tomatoes
Ripe, fresh tomatoes, ready to enhance your meal.

Shredded Lettuce
Fresh, finely shredded lettuce, perfect for adding a crisp base to salads or sandwiches.

Limes
Fresh cut limes

Onion
Freshly chopped onions. Served with Mini Tacos

Lime
Fresh cut limes. Served with Mini Tacos

Fresh Cilantro
Fresh chopped cilantro. Served with Mini Tacos

Condiments
Chipotle Crema
Chipotle in adobo, sour cream, lime juice.

Mango Salsa
Diced mango, red onion, cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice.

Citrus Vinagrette
A bright and zesty citrus vinaigrette dressing.

Raspberry Vinaigrette
A light and fruity raspberry vinaigrette dressing.

Ranch Dressing
Creamy and savory ranch dressing, a classic American favorite.

Pico de Gallo Salsa
Fresh pico de gallo salsa

Sour Cream
Sour cream topping for tacos

Guacamole
Avocado mashed with lime juice, onions, garlic, tomatoes, cilantro, and salt

Salsa Roja
Blended salsa of tomatoes, cilantro, jalapenos, garlic, onion, and lime juice

Salsa Verde
Blended salsa of green tomatillos, onion, garlic, oregano, jalapenos, cilantro, black pepper, salt, and olive oil

Salsa Roja
Blended salsa of tomatoes, cilantro, jalapenos, garlic, onion, and lime juice. Served with Mini Tacos

Salsa Verde
Blended salsa of green tomatillos, onion, garlic, oregano, jalapenos, cilantro, black pepper, salt, and olive oil. Served with Mini Tacos

Ketchup Squeeze Bottle
Convenient squeeze bottle filled with classic tomato ketchup, ideal for easy dispensing.

Ketchup
Classic tomato-based condiment, a perfect accompaniment for fries, burgers, and more.

Tapatio Hot Sauce (Individual Portions)
Individual Tapatio hot sauce packets

Salt (Individual Portions)
Individual salt packets

Black Pepper (Individual Portions)
Individual black pepper packets

Salsa
Salsa with tomatoes, jalapenos, garlic, lime, cumin, red onion, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Served with Empanadas and/or Quiches

Salsa for Empanadas
Salsa with tomatoes, jalapenos, garlic, lime, cumin, red onion, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Served with Empanadas

Sides / BYO Bases
Stuffed Squash Blossom
Delicate squash flowers filled with herbed vegan cheese, baked until tender.

Gluten Free Stuffed Squash Blossom
Delicate squash flowers filled with herbed vegan cheese, baked until tender.

Summer Garden Greens
Mixed greens served with a side of pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, blueberries, blackberries, and crumbled cheese. Dressing on the side

Roasted Squash Trio
Butternut squash, zucchini, and summer squash roasted with olive oil, sea salt, and fresh thyme.

Three Sisters Summer Salad
Corn, heirloom beans (kidney, lima, pinto, white), cherry tomatoes, red onion, fresh herbs, and citrus vinaigrette on the side.

Roasted Poblano Rajas
Classic Mexican dish featuring strips of roasted poblano chiles simmered in a rich cream sauce with onions.

Mexican Quinoa Salad
Cooked quinoa, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, corn, cilantro, lime season with olive oil and salt.

Nopales Salad
Refreshing Mexican salad made primarily from cooked, diced nopal cactus pads, tomatoes, red onions and cilantro lime dressing mixed in.

Tortilla Chips
Corn tortilla chips

Spanish Rice
Traditional Spanish rice with onions, garlic, and tomatoes

Grilled Vegetables
Grilled mushrooms, zucchini, yellow squash, onions, and bell peppers

Corn Tortillas
Steamed corn tortillas

Refried Beans
Pinto beans pureed and sauteed with salt, onions and vegetable oil

Cauliflower Rice
Sauteed riced caulilflower rice with salt and pepper

Black Beans
Whole black beans

Grilled Mushroom Veggie Mix
Grilled mushrooms with zucchini, yellow squash, onions, and bell peppers

Flour Tortillas
Steamed flour tortillas

Elote Esquites Cups
Corn kernels, mayo, cotija, lime juice, chili powder served in cups.

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Hash
Roasted sweet potato mixed with black beans and onion, garnish with cilantro.

Arroz Verde
White rice, cilantro, spinach, jalapeno.

Individually Packaged: Chips, Salsa and Guacamole
Corn tortilla chips, salsa and guacamole

Individually Packaged: Flour Tortillas
Four flour tortillas

Individually Packaged: Corn Tortillas
Four corn tortillas

Individually Packaged: Roasted Corn
Roasted sweet kernel corn seasoned with chili powder, salt and black pepper

Individually Packaged: Black Beans
Whole black beans seasoned with cilantro and salt

Individually Packaged: Refried Beans
Pinto beans pureed and sauteed with salt, onions and vegetable oil

Individually Packaged: Spanish Rice
Traditional Spanish rice with onions, garlic, and tomatoes

Individually Packaged: Cauliflower Rice
Sauteed riced cauliflower with salt and pepper.

Individually Packaged: Romaine Salad with Pepitas and Jalapeno Ranch Dressing
Romaine hearts with red onions, cherry tomatoes, and pepitas (pumpkin seeds). Served with Jalapeno Ranch Dressing on the side

Individually Packaged: Romaine Salad with Pepitas and Balsamic Dressing
Romaine hearts with red onions, cherry tomatoes, and pepitas (pumpkin seeds). Served with Balsamic Dressing on the side

Individually Packaged: Arugula and Beet Salad with Balsamic Dressing
Arugula salad with beets and mandarin orange segments. Served with Queso Fresco and Balsamic Dressing on the side

Individually Packaged: Chips and Salsa
Corn tortilla chips and salsa

Individually Packaged: Fruit Salad
Mixed fruit salad with cantaloupe, honeydew, pineapple, grapes, and blueberries.

Pozole
Pork shoulder soup with white hominy, ancho chiles, Guajillo chiles, bay leaves, ground cumin, oregano, garlic, onions, cloves, cabbage, salt, and black pepper

Chips
Corn tortilla chips

Guacamole
Avocado mashed with lime juice, onions, garlic, tomatoes, cilantro, and salt

Roasted Zucchini with Dill
Roasted Mexican gray squash, zucchini, and yellow squash tossed with salt, pepper, and dill

Tropical Fruit Platter
Fruit platter of papaya, pineapple, watermelon, mango, honeydew melon, and jicama

Desserts
Flan
A baked custard dessert made with eggs, milk, condensed milk, vanilla, and sugar

Gluten Free Cupcakes
Variety of gluten free chocolate, vanilla, and red velvet cupcakes.

Vegan Cupcakes
Variety of vegan chocolate, vanilla, and red velvet cupcakes

Churros Bites filled with Dulce de Leche
Bite-sized fried dough pastries filled with rich dulce de leche caramel.

Mini Tres Leches Cups
Delicate sponge cake soaked in a rich and sweet mixture of milk.

Mexican Chocolate Mousse
A rich, airy dessert with a unique sweet flavor profile with cinnamon.

Mexican Rice Pudding
An individual Mexican rice pudding; creamy, spiced dessert.

Churros
Traditional churro of fried dough rolled in cinnamon sugar

Individually Packaged: Flan (4oz)
A baked custard dessert made with eggs, milk, condensed milk, vanilla, and sugar

Individually Packaged: Flan (2oz)
A baked custard dessert made with eggs, milk, condensed milk, vanilla, and sugar

Mini Tres Leches Cups
Delicate sponge cake soaked in a rich and sweet mixture of milk.

Mexican Chocolate Mousse
A rich, airy dessert with a unique sweet flavor profile with cinnamon.

Churros Bites filled with Dulce de Leche
Bite-sized fried dough pastries filled with rich dulce de leche caramel.

Mexican Rice Pudding
An individual Mexican rice pudding; creamy, spiced dessert.

Service Items
Serving Utensils
1 set serving utensils per order

Beverages
Watermelon Agua Fresca
Fresh watermelon juice

Cantaloupe Agua Fresca
Fresh cantaloupe juice

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