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Appetizers
Portabella Brochette
Portobello Mushrooms, grilled and tossed with basil and tomatoes in a light marinade, flavored with garlic and herbs. Created by Chef Jackie for the NFL Tailgate Party for Super Bowl 2009!
Escoviched Seafood
Shrimp, scallops and seasonal fish, flash fried topped with our special Jamaican Escovitch Sauce. (Available as an Entre)
Avocado Shrimp Salad
Large Cooked shrimp seasoned and served in a light homemade dressing of avocado, lime, garlic and cilantro. (Also available as a main salad)
Shrimp Cocktail
Large chilled shrimp served with a traditional cocktail sauce.
Cod Fish Fritters Spanish Style
Spinach, red peppers and Chef Jackies special seasonings take these fritters to the next level of flavor. Our red pepper aioli is served as an accent to these fantastic bites from the sea.
Conch Fritters
These simply are the best in town, our Floribean flavored fritters are a culmination of local culture and taste- to accent these no sauce needed bites we serve a choice of sauce, Mango or Peach Salsa, Red Pepper Aioli, or Dill Tartar sauce.
Cool Mon Crab Cakes
Chef Jackie takes the crab cake a step further in flavor with Lump crab meat and a blend of seasonings and spices served with Saffrons dipping mojo sauce with an essence of dill and lime.
Meatballs
Beef and Pork meatballs served in an Island curry sauce of coconut milk and seasonings with a smattering of pineapple. If curry isnt your thing; we offer alternative sauces Homemade Tomato Basil, or a Sherry Cream Sauce.
Ground Chicken
Seasoned with fresh Mediterranean Herbs formed into balls and tossed with choice of sauce Tomato Basil, Curry, or Mango Teriyaki
Guava Beef Empanadas
Sweet guava and spicy beef wrapped in a flaky outer shell makes this Latin treat a wonderful addition to any fiesta. (Alternates available with chicken or vegetarian).
Chicken Wings
Grilling these wings gives them a smoky flavor to start and then we finish them in your choice of gourmet sauce: Saffrons Jerk Sauce, Honey Mango Ginger Teriyaki Glaze, or hot and spicy Buffalo Sauce. Definitely finger licking good!
Chicken or Pork Sate
Grilled skewers of pork or chicken seasoned with delicate Thai flavors and finished with Traditional Peanut Sauce or choice of kicked up Orange & Pickled Ginger Teriyaki Sauce Or Jerk.
Shrimp Skewers
Large Shrimp, grilled and served with choice of any above sauces.
Tasty Tortilla Bites
We offer a wide variety of tortilla wraps made to be bite sized, inspired by several flavors and cultures from the Caribbean, Latin America and the Mediterranean. This is a true Cuisine of the Sun offering. Based on your guidelines Chef Jackie can provide a choice of chicken, beef or vegetarian.
Island Showpiece
Our renowned centerpiece is a beautiful display of tropical fruits that is accented with a creatively displayed choice of dips and cheese.
Dips & Chips. Salsas & Spreads and cheeses
Catalan Style Crab Dip, Warm & Cheesy Crab Dip, Curry Egg, Tuna or Chicken, Artichoke Wine Dip, Guacamole, Mango Salsa, Peach Salsa, Pico De Gallo. Olive Medley Tapenade: Our homemade olive spread accented with flavors of red pepper and champagne vinegar, Roasted Red Pepper or Margarita Humus: Greek flavors make this light dip, Feta ,Yogurt and Fresh Dill, Onion Sour Cream and Fresh Thyme. Cheese, Roasted Red Pepper & Basil Goat Cheese: Brie and Mango Chutney, Homemade Cheese Rolls, Assorted Cubed Cheeses and much more. Served with gourmet crackers, toast rounds, homemade tortilla chips.
Salads & Vegetarian
Avocado Shrimp Salad
Large shrimp seasoned and served in a light homemade dressing of avocado, lime, garlic and cilantro.
Curry Chicken Salad
White meat chicken mixed with crunchy apples and rum soaked raisins & tossed in a light curry sauce. OR substitute Tuna.
Jerk Chicken Pasta Salad
Chef Jackie infuses the flavor of her famous jerk chicken in a tasty pasta salad by adding extra flavor with vegetables and jerk spices.
Cool as a Cucumber Salad
Crunchy Cukes tossed in a dill & limeade dressing. This salad offers cooling flavors on hot Florida days & nights.
Tomato Basil
Large wedges of tomato, Bermuda onions, green peppers & black olives make up this simple salad that packed with flavor. Chef Jackie lightly tosses it in light basil vinaigrette that completes it and makes it down right delicious.
Mediterranean Veggie Salad
Cucumbers, zucchini, squash &red and green peppers are tossed and lightly coated in creamy vinaigrette with the essence of dill. Your choice can be served on a bed of mixed greens or tossed with beautiful tricolor pasta.
Mixed Green Salad
Mescalin field greens tossed with grated carrots & chopped tomatoes. Served with Saffrons house dressing.
Spinach Salad
Inspired by Greek cuisine our leafy green spinach salad is tossed with feta, fruit and toasted nuts then finished with our fresh strawberry vinaigrette. These flavors will transport you to a place filled with warmth and love.
Watermelon Salad
Large pieces of juicy, sun ripened watermelon that is flavored with fresh mint and offers a refreshingly bright burst of joy in every bite.
Mexicali Ensalada
Black beans, roasted corn and red peppers tossed with lime & cilantro have made this a Catering by Saffrons fan favorite.
Caribbean Coleslaw
A special mix and the addition of pineapple and buttermilk dressing make this truly different coleslaw.
Cocina Del Sol Pasta Salad
Our version of this pasta tossed then infuses all of the flavors of the sun. Chef Jackies combination of seasonal roasted veggies, roasted garlic in a dressing of feta cheese, yogurt and Roasted red peppers. (This can be served hot as part of a pasta station with the addition grilled chicken or seafood)
Vegetarian Black Bean Stew
Our tasty alternative to meat stew: This tasty concoction is made with sweet potatoes, carrots & tomatoes then finished with coconut milk and cilantro.
Entrees
Polynesian Chicken
Chicken tenders sauted with pickled ginger, roasted garlic & red peppers and finished with the fresh flavor of sweet pineapples.
Da Lime in Da Coconut Chicken Bites
White meat chicken cut to bite sized portions oven roasted and finished with light Coconut milk based lime and cilantro sauce.
Appleton Chicken
Grilled chicken breasts that are finished in a light fruit and Appleton Rum sauce gives this chicken a truly extraordinary flavor.
No Hurry Curry Chicken, Beef or Shrimp
Chef Jackie sauts your selection(s) in a mild, homemade curry sauce that is sweetened with coconut milk then tossed with roasted red peppers, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes and fresh thyme to bring a piece of de islands to you - her way.
Jamaican Jerk Chicken or Pork
This is the dish Catering by Saffrons is best known for throughout the Tampa Bay area. Your choice of Chicken or Pork is marinated in Saffrons own very special spices- Your meat will be grilled to perfection and finished with Saffrons Gourmet Jerk Sauce and onion vinaigrette. A truly spectacular flavor experience.
Babaloo Cuban Pork
Pork tenderloin marinated in garlic, sour oranges and cilantro then slowly roasted until tender and juicy. A sure crowd pleaser.
Tamarind Rum Pork
Flavors of the islands are abounding in this old favorite; Tamarinds, ginger, brown sugar and rum take you on your own special trip to the Caribbean.
Pork La Provence
Tenderloin rolled and stuffed with sweet plantains and nuts. The stuffed tenderloin is then slowly braised & roasted to melt in your mouth. Chef Jackie finishes this delicious dish with an orange and pickled ginger glaze. Mmmmm.
Bourbon & Mango Glazed Pulled Pork
Marinated in a spicy mango reduction then slow roasted for hours until tender and soft. It is finished with a sweet and spicy glaze, flavored with mango and bourbon.
Kingston Ham
A traditional cut of pork that is glazed with pineapples, mustard, brown sugar and cloves.
Roasted Leg of lamb
Boneless leg of lamb stuffed with rosemary, thyme, garlic and lemon which is slowly roasted and finished in a lightly flavored orange marmalade sauce.
Curry Lamb
Boneless chunks of Lamb sauted in a curry sauce with a medley of Vegetables and spices.
Taste of the Tropics Beef
Top round beef marinated then slowly roasted to create a soft as butter finish. Served with your choice of sauce: Tropical Fruit & Thyme or Traditional Mushroom Wine Sauce
Braised Short Ribs of Beef
Braised in a reduction of red wine, apples, fresh herbs and savory spices.
Grilled London Broil
Marinated and grilled. Try it with Jerk or Traditional Mushroom Wine sauce.
Roasted Prime Rib a Jus
Prime Rib cut of beef served with the delicate juices its cooked in.
Take it up a notch; Try this old favorite lightly grilled and topped with Saffrons special Jerk and pickled onions.
Island Fish or Shrimp
In season fish sauted with a tasty sauce of tomatoes, red & green peppers, roasted garlic, onions and dill- a long standing local favorite.
Simply Grilled Fish
Fish of the day; grilled and topped with our mango salsa or a choice of one of Chef Jackies sauces.
Seared Tuna Steaks
Topped with a roasted pineapple salsa, or lemon and capers
Seafood Gumbo
A southern favorite; a tasty mixture of chicken, fish and other flavors of New Orleans are stewed to perfection in our Louisiana gumbo sauce.
Chez Nous Jambalaya
The title of this dish literally translates to “close to where we live.” This version brings full flavor with shrimp, hot sausages, boneless chicken & rice slowly cooked together with a medley of vegetables and Cajun spices.
Stations
Pasta Station
Your choice of pastas, served at its own station. We offer a wider variety of pasta parings with our sauces. Try Classic Marinara, Italian Inspired Bolognese (meat sauce), Mediterranean Tomato Basil Ricotta, Curry Cream Sauce, Light Alfredo and more
Carving Station
Have your meat of choice carved on site.
For The Shy Pallet
Roasted Chicken or Turkey
Lightly seasoned and baked until golden brown perfection.
Roasted Prime Rib a Jus
Prime Rib cut of beef served with the delicate juices its cooked in.
Mahi-Mahi
Grilled and served in a light lemon butter & caper sauce or a mild peach salsa.
Baked Ham
Sides
Stir fry vegetables with choice of sauces
Saffron Rice
Festival Rice with Coconut and Almonds
Jasmine Rice
Rice and Peas
Sweet Potato Souffle
Roasted Sweet Potato Cakes
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Roasted Potatoes with Rosemary Aioli
Homemade Potato Salad
Black Beans
Chorizo and White Beans
Carrot Souffle
Collard greens (the best darn greens you\'ve ever had- period!)
Medley of Roasted Vegetables
String Beans and Carrots
Sweet Plantains
Tostones
Corn bread
Fresh Breads with Savory Butters.
Desserts
Peach or Mango Cobbler
Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Cookies
Brownies
Minnie Dessert Tray
Fried Bread Pudding
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