Chocolate Mousse Catering
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Phone: 845-518-6533

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To Brine or Not to Brine… That is the Question

chocolatemousse November 6, 2017 Leave a Comment

To Brine or Not to Brine… That is the Question

 We are just a few days away from Thanksgiving and turkey is on the brain.  Are you getting flustered with how to cook that big, intimidating piece of poultry.  Today we are going to answer that age old question, to brine or not to brine?

Brining is a process of immersing meats into a liquid with a high concentration of salt, the brine is absorbed into the meat.  Because the meat is now loaded with extra moisture it will stay moist as it cooks.  Brining is easy but messy and takes a bit of planning.  A typical brine consists of 1 cup of salt for each gallon of liquid.  Completely submerge the meat into the brine.  Brining requires a large amount of liquid, a large non-porous vessel, space in your fridge, and lots of clean-up.  The excess brine contains salmonella and bacteria, so it requires careful removal and clean-up.

Brining is great, but the smartest, easiest way to do it is with a dry brine.  Even if you’re hosting Thanksgiving for the first time, this technique will make you look like a pro.  Instead of a liquid bath, dry brine your bird by rubbing salt and seasonings directly on the bird and let the meat rest in the refrigerator. 

  The advantages?  The turkey is prepped ahead of time, there’s no sloppy water, no special equipment is needed, and you get crispy skin.

If your turkey is tormenting you… let us help!

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Wedding Planners

chocolatemousse March 12, 2017 Leave a Comment

Wedding Planners

 

It’s easy to get caught up in planning your wedding. People working on a tight budget often think “DIY” is the way to go and that a Wedding Planner will ruin their tight budget. Before you make the decision to do it all on your own consider that fact that a full service Caterer can provide the same functions as a Planner but maybe more cost effective. Full service caterers have ins with venues, photographers, florists, D.Js, and other service providers that they work with regularly. Which means they’ve already done the legwork so you don’t have to. They are also professionals when it comes to working with budgets. They understand your bottom line means your bottom line and will find creative ways to fulfill your wants. Before you do any other planning start with your caterer, find out if they offer full service wedding planning. Finding a caterer who can off set the time, stress and money associated with your big day with will never be a choice you’ll regret

 

But don’t take my word for it, check out what some of our newly weds had this to say about the assistance we provided:

“I could not imagine a better catering experience for our wedding. Heather Casto and The Chocolate Mousse Catering staff were professional, flexible and very personable. The food was varied, fresh, and delicious. Our wedding cake was so gorgeous and tasty. Heather was easily accessible and extremely patient with the entire process, including her full coordination of the rental items needed, as well as numerous day-of details. We had a very tight budget, and Heather took the time to go painstakingly through every detail to help us balance cost with the quality of our reception – which was an absolute success. She made the whole wedding experience so much easier — beyond what we expected from a caterer! I recommend Chocolate Mousse very highly!!”

– Heather and Jon Whitman

“I idea of getting married thrilled me, the reality scared the living daylights out of me! Ican not lie I’m a high maintenance girl. I like what I like and I wont settle for anything less than perfect. I didn’t think I could get everything I wanted on the tight budget I was working with. Heather didn’t just provide an incredible meal (which my guests’ still rave about) she provided me peace of mind as well as priceless contacts with venues, photographers, DJ’s and florist who were able to make my vision of a romantic rustic wedding a reality without the need to rob stage coaches to fund it all. If you need a caterer I recommend Heather because her jack-of-all trades versatility and go to attitude were my winning combination”

-Brittany Smith

 

For more wedding tips and tricks give me a call at (845) 518-6533.and when you think perfect food for your perfect day think of The Chocolate Mousse Catering

 

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DYI CENTERPIECES

chocolatemousse March 11, 2017 Leave a Comment

DYI CENTERPIECES

FLOWERS ARE EXPENSIVE! Flowers are generally a must at weddings and I fully agree they are an essential part of setting the mood. However, rather than paying thousands for flowers everywhere consider limiting the amount of real flowers and using a bit of creativity. Vines, twigs, tall grasses, and even live planted shrubs, vegetables, fruits and herbs can be used to create beautiful centerpieces. Many brides like the idea of keeping their wedding bouquet after the big day. If that sounds like you consider a none-traditional piece composed of only a few flowers or be really edgy and try the bouquets below with no plants at all. If you’re thinking table center pieces choosing live planters can also double as great gifts for your guest.

 

If you want to get your hands “dirty”…I crack myself up….consider growing your own ferns, rubber plants, herbs, etc for use instead of floral arrangements. If you decide to DIY your plants it will also double as a great Bridal Shower event, a.k.a use your bridal party for free labor.

 

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