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Appetizers are the first taste of food the guest have, so here at The Abbey we make sure they’re delicious. There are so many appetizers we have created and fine tuned, and I would like to share some of them with you.

Crab cakes are a huge hit at every party site we go to. The flavors blend together so well and once they are sautéed in a touch of butter the golden color makes them look and taste spectacular. Fresh cilantro, Dijon mustard, old bay and many other ingredients make our crab cakes a definite crowd pleaser.

Our new and improved shrimp skewers have been grabbing much attention as well.  These skewers are paired with marinaded bell peppers and onions, char-grilled and finished with a freshly made spiced apricot glaze.

Next up are our Filet Wellington bites; a puff pastry shell that is stuffed with filet, garlic, cheese and upon request, bacon. There is so much flavor packed inside these bite size appetizers, and once topped with a homemade roasted garlic red wine reduction sauce most people just can’t eat one.

The last appetizer I would like to share with you is our Ahi Poki wontons.  Minced mangoes and soy sauce, fresh herbs and much more are served on top of a flash-fried wonton round.  When you let these flavors marinate overnight it brings together a colorful, delicious and satisfying appetizer.

There are so many more to speak about, so be sure to check back on our blog to see what the kitchen is making next week!

Chef Matt and the kitchen team are always cooking up new and fascinating menus. To be part of a tasting, contact us now and have your needs catered for!

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If you are anything like the team at the Abbey, we know you like to have fun, either acting goofy with your friends and family or making lasting memories in which you can look back on and laugh about later.  So, guess what?  We decided to get a fully functional, state of the art photo booth, with  video capture and access to upload your photos to facebook almost instantly!

You can imagine your surprise as your friends, family and guests take candid shots of which they can share on their facebook instantly or you can have as we conveniently store all the videos and photos onto a usb flash drive, while they get to have the proofs.  This is a great way to entertain everyone as you have some genuine fun making goofy faces, and recording special messages for a seasonal party, wedding, or corporate event, and it makes a great ice breaker as you share the photos you have taken over food, drinks, and a great all around time. You can even come in and check it out for yourself. Oh! And did i mention that the themes can be fully customized for any event, and its mobile, meaning it can be brought to any events catered by the Abbey…now how’s that sound for a little added fun?

 

The Abbey has plenty of ideas to help add more excitement to your event day and we value your thoughts on how we can make it better. Click here and share your ideas…

 

 

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The Museum of Photographic Arts, located in the heart of Balboa Park in San Diego, is a favorite venue to house a wedding reception for couples such as Kristie and Jarold.  With room enough to hold about 200 guests and access to an open patio for cocktails before dinner, guests get private access to the many beautiful exhibits that pass through this historical building.  There is also access to a photo booth for fun pictures with the guests and a widescreen projector to share photos and other fun life experiences.  The Museum is one of many preferred venues of the Abbey Catering.  This couple and their guests were treated to a lovely cocktail hour with drinks while servers walked around with trays of delicious appetizers consisting of sauteed chicken skewers, hummus on fresh pita bread, coconut shrimp and the favorite ahi on cucumber slices.  Then followed dinner and dancing with a DJ provided as part of their wedding package selected through the Abbey.  As the sun set over the park, the guests completed their memorable experience as Kristie and Jarold departed to begin their honeymoon as a couple now bound as one.

Let one of our Preferred Venues bring beloved memories and joyful smiles to your next celebration…

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Worried about exactly how much in beverage your event may require. How are you going to organize getting it to your venue? What are you going to do with what’s left? Our Abbey Bar Package will solve all of your needs. Negotiated at the best cost for you, your package includes highly qualified bartenders who are able to make anything you like and bar equipment with all the fixings. You get beer and wine with the option to upgrade to liquor and free flowing champagne for your guests. That’s not all, each package includes one specialty cocktail to complement your perfect event!   Best of all, you do not need to source, calculate your guests needs, transport or cleanup at the end of your event. Check your prices, it will work in your favor!

 

Contact us here to find out more about The Abbey’s award-winning cuisine.

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Just a trolley ride away, The San Diego Museum of Man could be the space for your next special event,
The Museum of Man is a dramatically elegant Venue for your Wedding or Special Event.

 

 

 

It boasts a majestic tower and tiled dome when lit up will delight your guests as they marvel at the seamless flow of the Rotunda which is ideal for mingling or as additional seating for your day. Your guests can meander through exhibits as they engage in good food , cocktails, and good times. This is a destination Venue at the front door of Historic Balboa Park that is not to be missed.

 

San Diego’s Balboa Park has much to offer you and your event if seeking history and beautiful structures and landscaping, is this what you seek or more…….

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Dear Abbey,

I cannot thank you enough for helping David and I to create the most perfect wedding, EVER!

When I first contacted The Abbey, I thought all the services you offered seemed too good to be true. In reality, you went well above and beyond what was promised, and you are the reason my friends and family are still raving about our perfect wedding!  Finding you was like winning the Lottery!

When we purchased our complete wedding package from you, I didn’t fully realize the exceptional value of the services we were getting.  Not only was the food absolutely to die for, but each and every vendor you helped us choose far exceeded all of our expectations.  A man is measured by the company he keeps, and you certainly keep the company of some quality people.  Everybody we worked with on the wedding was amazing.

DJ Neko had the party rocking from the start, and even the “old folks” were happy with his tasteful music choices!  We will continue to seek him out at places like The Altitude Bar and other venues.  I can’t give enough accolades to photographer Michelle Zuniga, whose photos are just stunning.  She perfectly captured our personalities and our love for one another, and we felt like she was a dear old friend who was there to help us celebrate.  Flour Power’s cake caused a bit of an uproar, because it was so tasty that everybody tried to scramble for seconds.  I’ll be gong back to James and Flour Power for my mom’s birthday cake later this month.  Oh, and speaking of flowers, Anar Floral created the perfect bridal bouquets and centerpieces for our beach-themed wedding, and we couldn’t have been happier.  They did exactly what they said they’d do.

The greatest value that the Abbey provided us, though, was you, my wedding planner.  When I contacted you on the 8th of January for a February 25th wedding, you weren’t even fazed. You took the burden of planninng an entire wedding in just 45 days off of my shoulders and placed it on your own, giving me the opportunity to concentrate on my dress, the guest list and those other time-consuming and stressful details.  You are such a superstar.  From the moment I emailed you at the Abbey, all my worries were over.  Thank you, Abbey, for being our wedding planner, our hero, and our friend.  You ROCK!  We cannot wait to have another occasion to use the Abbey’s excellent service again.

Thank you, Abbey!

All our best,

David and Nancy Salisbury

 

We work hard for you so that you don’t have to and when a client expresses their gratitude it makes our day even better click ahead  and get started on your big day, Nancy would recommend it….

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Don’t miss San Diego’s premiere destination for your next Corporate Retreat or Wedding. You’re invited to the Britt Scripps Inn’s First Annual Open House and Bridal Show. Grab your friends & fiancé and come by to visit the best beautifully preserved Victorian Inn in San Diego this May 1st from 12-3pm. Enjoy light tray-passed appetizers and  a glass of wine while you wander the grounds being serenaded by the soulful guitarist, Blake Lindquist. MC DJ Randy will guide you through the list of Vendors represented and you will have the opportunity to gather great cutting edge concepts for your event while lounging in the well manicured garden at the Britt Scripps Inn. Be dazzled by table-scapes compliments of Artistica Events & Elegant Events Enjoy .A guided tour of the home and gardens which boasts 9 unique rooms and a plethora of flora. The Britt Scripps Inn will also be offering a room for an overnight stay and the Abbey Catering is donating a 40 person Rehearsal Dinner to be raffled off.Don’t miss the chance to familiarize yourself with this hidden gem nestled in the heart of Bankers Hill. For any questions regarding attending the show or participating, please call me directly and I will gladly assist. I’ll see you there!

Robert(Wedding Planner/Event Coordinator) 1-866-535-8949 ext 728

The Abbey Catering

Finding the right venue is as easy as one visit, so take a peek and click ahead so we can expect you at the bridal show….

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The most talked about event of this year will likely be the royal wedding of Prince William and his lovely bride to be Kate Middleton.  All happening on the 29th of this month this very exclusive, all inclusive event has been on the lips of many over the previous months.

Imagining your own wedding right now? Wouldn’t you like to have your own Royal Wedding, filled with the same luxurious foods, colors and ambiance of which all your guests will talk about for years to come?

We can help you make it happen, with our highly qualified staff. We will take care of your every need and treat you like the royalty you are. Just talk with our Event Planners to get started today.

 

 

 

Be treated like royalty for one day, ask about our exclusive royal wedding package and let us see what we can do for you.

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Radiating with splendent colors and the sounds of song birds filling the air, the 26th of March will be held in the minds and hearts of this couple forever.  Dressed in glimmering metallic gray, and sun bright yellow, this wedding was designed fit to perfection from the beginning. Two-hundred and forty-five guests attended the beautiful couple’s special day with vows that last forever.

This couple brought an amazing twist to a special day not only for theme but to friends and guests as well!! Working with the deaf community, her wedding was catered with interpreters for the deaf. The wedding ceremony, toast, and dance were catered with interpreters for all guests to love, cherish, and enjoy. It was truly remarkable and left a spot for softness in all guests’ hearts.

Each table had center pieces of three foot vases designed by Artquest Florists. The vases were filled with floating lemons and a beautiful arrangement of yellow, white, and red roses bursting from the top, while full bloom pussy willows wept enchantment over the table. Held at the La Jolla Women’s Club, the reception provided a perfect pinch of elegance and spring class!

Flower arrangements vary in size, shape and color but each has its own aura of elegance and beauty.  Click ahead and share you ideas for  flower arrangements and event designs….

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An awards banquet put together to recognize leaders and employees of Prudential Real Estate who demonstrated excellence in supporting clients, annual sales, and hit the highest of achievements in the past year.
The Abbey Catering took this special event to a new level! One of our first events for our new venue Cuvier Club, located in La Jolla, CA, this red carpet event took place on March 31st and was held for the most elite 400 employees for Prudential Real Estate.

We tell no lie when we say there was a red carpet and paparazzi.  Dressed to kill like the stars, these 400 guests were dressed to impress and walk the runway like it was theirs for the taking. Once inside, guests were able to wonder about and enjoy delectable food from one of the four tables provided by Abbey Catering. Each station contained, pan seared chicken breast in orange chicken marinade and drizzled with lemon and caper beurre blanc sauce and citrus infused basmati rice with diced seasonal grilled vegetables, and eclectic dessert bites!
Guests loved the brilliance and enthusiasm this event brought, the time and effort gone into this event was noticed and the company was overjoyed.

The Cuvier Club is the perfect place to host an awards ceremony.  Click ahead and create a rewarding awards ceremony for those you work with and the many great accomplishments each one has achieved….

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