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Christmas Appreciation High Tea Brunch

To celebrate the holiday season, this event transformed a traditional appreciation gathering into a festive 'High Tea' style brunch for 80 guests.

December 1, 2025

The Woodlands, TX

80 Guests

Event Size

23 Dishes

Total Courses

The Story

To celebrate the holiday season, this event transformed a traditional appreciation gathering into a festive ‘High Tea’ style brunch for 80 guests. The atmosphere was elevated with gold sequined runners, evergreen accents, and a sprawling multi-tiered display designed to encourage mingling while guests enjoyed bite-sized gourmet delicacies.

The menu achieved a careful balance between savory and sweet, moving from delicate smoked salmon croissants, ham and cheese triangles, and truffle pate vol-au-vents to a decadent sweet board featuring golden-dusted tiramisu cups, seasonal pumpkin spice rolls, and Belgian waffles. An expansive charcuterie board and a dedicated beverage station with non-alcoholic mulled wine and hot coffee complemented the feast. This curated approach allowed for an efficient yet luxurious service, ensuring every bite felt like a curated gift of appreciation.

Curated for the Occasion

Event Menu

Appetizers

Ham & cheese Triangles sandwiches·Pinwheel sandwiches: tortilla, dried tomatoes, cheese, pastrami·Mini croissants with cranberry rotisserie turkey·Mini croissant lox: smoked salmon, herbed cream cheese, arugula·Caprese bruschetta: ricotta-pesto, balsamic tomatoes, basil·Vol au vent with liver truffle pate & cranberry topping·Vol au vent with tuna salad, dill & capers·Fresh veggies & hummus cups: mini pitas, celery, cucumber, carrot sticks

Additional

Charcuterie boards: Mix of cheese, honey, walnuts, fresh grapes, fig/berry jam, prosciutto, salami, ham, jalapeno, kornichons

Sweets

Mini choco raspberry tarts·Lemon merengue mini tarts·Tiramisu cups·Mix of mini cupcakes·Pumpkin spice cake rolls·Mini profitoles with cream filling·Blueberry butter scones·Belgian Waffles with maple syrup & berries·Sweet board: ginger cookies, danish cookies, truffles, macaroons, choco pretzels

Beverages

Coffee thermos·Non-alcoholic mulled wine·Hot water thermos + tea bags variety·Cold juices in pitchers·Cold water bottles

Event Gallery

Assortment of mini pastries, pumpkin rolls, and chocolate croissants on a festive table.

Display of mini pecan tarts, almond tarts, and chocolate raspberry tarts.

Platter of Belgian waffles with fresh berries and powdered sugar.

Long buffet table laden with various desserts and sweet treats.

Individual tiramisu cups and gold-dusted chocolate desserts.

Display of cranberry turkey croissants, tuna puff pastry bites, and truffle pate puff pastry bites.

Large charcuterie board with meats, cheeses, crackers, and mini veggie cups.

Individual hummus and pita veggie cups with fresh vegetables.

Platter of salmon cream cheese croissants, small sandwiches, and caprese bruschetta.

Elaborate charcuterie board with assorted meats, cheeses, fruits, and crackers.

Tiered display of truffle pate and tuna puff pastry bites.

Basket of salmon cream cheese croissants and caprese bruschetta.

Platters of turkey pinwheel wraps and cheese pinwheel wraps.

Hot coffee and hot water dispensers for a beverage station.

Large dispenser of cold virgin spiced apple cider.

Chef's Notes

Catering for 80 guests required a high level of organization and focus on portion control, ensuring enough bite-sized options were available for everyone to enjoy.

The menu balanced rich savory options like truffle pate vol-au-vents with a lavish sweet selection, offering something for every palate.

Serving 'High Tea' style meant careful attention to presentation—tiered displays and vibrant charcuterie boards created an elegant aesthetic perfect for a holiday gathering.

Offering a variety of beverages, including festive non-alcoholic mulled wine and hot tea/coffee, completed the seasonal brunch experience.

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