Catering With Ari’s

Catering With Ari’s

Excited about hosting an event but are unsure about what you’re looking for or how to get started? Contact your friends at Ari’s today!

Bespoke Catering & Classes

Ari’s Pantry brings the market to you with event catering services and in-home cooking classes.

Ready-To-Go / Pick Up Catering

From holidays to dinners, Ari’s has you covered with ready-to-go catering options available to order.

Catering Options Available

Whether you’re looking for catering for a intimate dinner or large event, we can work with you to create the perfect menu.

In addition, Ari himself is available to facilitate on-site cooking classes for private parties, business events or other group gatherings, complete with a six-course meal and homemade pasta to take home.

  • Ready To Serve – Arrives hot and ready to enjoy right away

  • Made To Order – Prepared fresh so you can warm and serve at home on your schedule.
  • Attended With Servers – Our professional team handles setup, service, and clean up so you can relax and mingle.
  • Chef-Attended Experience – Elevate your event with a live culinary touch and interactive service.

*Pickup and made-to-order options are available at our Trinity Groves location.

Boards

VEGGIE AND DIPS | $6 pER pERSON | mIN 5 PEOPLE

A colorful assortment of seasonal vegetables served with your choice of dip, including fresh Caprese dip with mozzarella, and pesto; classic creamy Pimento Cheese; a spicy Jalapeño Pimento Cheese; savory Spinach Artichoke Dip; Greek Yogurt Based Trev’s Crazy Chip; or smooth, garlicky Hummus, perfect for sharing or snacking

charcuterie board | $11 per person | min 5 people

An artful selection of assorted meats, cheeses, olives, jams, and crackers, perfect for sharing and savoring a variety of flavors and textures

cookie board | $9 pER pERSON | mIN 5 PEOPLE

Assorted Italian and in-house made cookies

Lasagnas

Bolognese Lasagna | $84.95 | Serves 12

House-crafted lasagna, melding creamy béchamel, slow-simmered Bolognese, and Parmigiano Reggiano

Vegetable Lasagna | $79.95 | Serves 12

Layers of seasonal vegetables, delicate pasta, velvety béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano

Cheese & Tomato Lasagna | $74.95 | Serves 12

Layers of fresh tomato, creamy béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano

Small Bites

ARI’S MEATBALLS | $15.95 PER DOZEN

Ari’s meatballs are his mom’s recipe. Perfect for snacking these meatballs are like little meatloaf bites. Enjoy with ketchup or your favorite dip.

Focaccia Sliders | $35.95 Per dozen

Our house-made focaccia with fresh fillings. Options include Prosciutto & Cheese, Veggie & Cheese, Porchetta & Giardiniera and Mozzarella & Tomato

LASAGNA BOLOGNESE BITES | $23.95 PER DOZEN

Our house-made traditional Bolognese with béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano in a small bite.

VEGETABLE LASAGNA BITES | $21.95 PER DOZEN

Seasonal vegetable mix, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano in a small bite.

SUPPLI AL TELEFONO | $29.95 PER DOZEN

Risotto cooked in house-made ragu, Scamorza cheese then breaded and fried.

VEGETABLE ARANCINI | $27.95 PER DOZEN

Seasonal vegetable risotto made with a Parmigiano Reggiano stock, then lightly breaded and fried.

TEXAS RUMAKI | $29.95 PER DOZEN

A puree of pulled pork wrapped in bacon with a water chestnut. Baked until crispy

TEA SANDWICHES | $14.95 PER DOZEN

Assorted tea sandwiches with your choice of pimento cheese, crisp cucumber, chicken salad, or tuna salad on soft white bread.

TOMATO BRUSCHETTA | $29.95 PER DOZEN | SERVES 6

Toasted house-made bread topped with vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil

LATKES | $19.95 PER DOZEN | MIN 6*

Crispy, golden potato pancakes served warm, a comforting classic with a tender inside and perfectly crunchy outside.

NUVOLA VERDE | $5 PER PERSON | MIN 12*

A refreshing, chilled green soup bursting with fresh herbs and vegetables, light, vibrant, and perfect for a crisp start to any meal.

FRIED ARTICHOKE SKEWER | $8 PER PERSON | MIN 12*

Crispy, golden-brown artichoke hearts served on a skewer, tender on the inside, perfectly crunchy on the outside, and lightly seasoned for a flavorful bite.

PROSCIUTTO AND SEASONAL FRUIT | $8 PER PERSON | MIN 6*

Sweet, juicy seasonal fruit paired with thinly sliced, savory prosciutto, a classic Italian combination of flavors and textures.

*Available only at attended events and crafted on site

Breakfast

FRITTATA SANDWICHES | PER PERSON $9 | MIN 6

Classic Italian-style egg frittatas with your choice of ham & cheese, broccoli & sausage, or seasonal veggie.

YOGURT PARFAITS | PER PERSON $6 | MIN 6

Creamy Greek yogurt layered with crunchy granola and fresh seasonal fruit, a light, wholesome start to your day.

ASSORTED LARGE CROISSANTS | $5 EACH

Flaky, buttery croissants baked fresh daily. Your choice of plain, pistachio, chocolate, almond, raspberry, and Dubai.

Pastas

SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI | $8 PER PERSON | MIN 6

Made with our house-made Italian sausage sautéed with tender broccoli and garlic, a hearty, flavorful Italian classic.

PENNE ALLA VODKA | $6 PER PERSON | MIN 6

Creamy tomato vodka sauce tossed with penne and finished with savory prosciutto and Parmigiano for a rich, indulgent classic.

PUTTANESCA | $7 PER PERSON | MIN 6

A bold, flavorful sauce of tomatoes, olives, capers, garlic, and anchovies tossed with spaghetti, a true taste of southern Italy.

BOLOGNESE | $9 PER PERSON | MIN 6

Slow-simmered meat sauce made with beef, pork, tomatoes, and aromatic vegetables, served over pasta and finished with Parmigiano Reggiano, rich, hearty, and comforting.

AGLIO OLIO PEPERONCINO | $6 PER PERSON | MIN 6*

A simple, classic Italian pasta with garlic, extra virgin olive oil, breadcrumbs, and a touch of Calabrian red chili for gentle heat, pure and perfectly balanced.

PASTA ALLA NORMA | $7 PER PERSON | MIN 6

A Sicilian favorite with sautéed eggplant, tomato sauce, fresh basil, and ricotta salata — a beautiful balance of rich, sweet, and savory flavors.

CACIO E PEPE | $7 PER PESON | MIN 6*

Made onsite, this Roman classic made with just Pecorino Romano, black pepper, and pasta is creamy, peppery, and perfectly simple.

CARBONARA | $8 PER PERSON | MIN 6*

A classic Roman favorite with pasta tossed in a creamy sauce of Pecorino Romano, guanciale, and black pepper — rich, savory, and indulgently comforting.

PESTO PASTA | $7 PER PERSON | MIN 6*

Pasta tossed with our house-made basil pesto, vibrant, nutty, and bursting with fresh Italian flavors.

*Made onsite by chef only. Not available for pickup.

Mains

EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA | $79.95 | SERVES 12

Layers of grilled eggplant with Ari’s tomato sauce, Mozzarella di Bufala, and Grana Padano, finished with golden bread crumbs and fresh parsley.

PORCHETTA | $16.95 PER LB | MIN 2 LB SERVES 4

Crisp-skinned, slow-roasted porchetta with fragrant herbs layered between tenderloin and pork belly

TRI-TIP | $44.95 PER LB | 1 LB SERVES 2 PEOPLE | SIZE VARIES

Succulent tri-tip, cooked to perfect medium rare balanced with aromatic Au Jus and served with Horseradish

Salads

CAESAR SALAD | $26.95 SERVES 6-8 PEOPLE

Romaine lettuce tossed in fresh house Caesar, garnished with croutons, and Parmigiano Reggiano

PESTO PASTA SALAD | $11.95 PER LB | SERVES 4

Pasta tossed in vibrant basil pesto made with garlic-infused olive oil, pine nuts, and Parmigiano Reggiano, mixed with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh mozzarella for a bright, flavorful bite.

FRUIT SALAD | $7.95 PER LB | SERVES 3-4

A fresh medley of ripe, seasonal fruit, naturally sweet, colorful, and refreshing.

INSALATA PUGLIESE | $11.95 PER LB | SERVES 3-4

A vibrant mix of peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, Bulgarian feta, olives, and capers, a bright, briny salad inspired by the flavors of Southern Italy.

ARUGULA, LEMON, PARMIGIANO | $21.95 SERVES 6-8 PEOPLE

Peppery arugula tossed with fresh lemon juice and shaved Parmigiano — light, zesty, and refreshing.

Deserts

TIRAMISU | $49.95 | SERVES 12

Traditional tiramisu, creamy mascarpone and espresso layers, subtly dusted with cocoa

GINGER MOLASSES CAKE | $64.95 | SERVES 12

Moist ginger molasses cake, warmly spiced, paired with artisan gelato from Two Gentlemen of Verona

CARROT PUDDING | $49.95 | SERVES 12

Tender carrot casserole, luxuriously smooth with a hint of sweetness.

ORANGE ZESTED OLIVE OIL CAKE | $59.95 | SERVES 12

Moist and tender, this cake is infused with fragrant orange zest and rich olive oil for a light, flavorful, and subtly citrusy dessert.

LEMON ZESTED OLIVE OIL CAKE | $59.95 | SERVES 12

Light and moist, this cake is infused with bright lemon zest and rich olive oil for a delicate, citrus-forward flavor.

CHOC-OAT CHIP COOKIES | $2.50 PER COOKIE | MIN 12

Chewy and golden, packed with chocolate chunks and hearty oats, a comforting classic with a delightful texture.

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Orders must be placed four days in advance and will be picked up at our Trinity Groves location.