--- title: "Hors d’Oeuvres" url: https://brownbrotherscatering.com/hors-doeuvres updated: 2025-11-21 --- # Hors d’Oeuvres ## Elegant Hors d’Oeuvres Catering You Can Trust in Orem, Utah At Brown Brothers Catering, we believe hors d’oeuvres are more than appetizers. They set the tone for your wedding reception, create moments for conversation, and leave guests with lasting memories. Our award-winning team has catered hundreds of [weddings in Orem, Utah](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/weddings-catering-in-orem-utah/), Provo, Salt Lake City, and throughout Utah, delivering menus that balance flavor, presentation, and budget. Whether you want passed trays of elegant small bites, chef-attended stations, or a hors d’oeuvres-only reception, we work with you to design the perfect menu. Whether you call it a *hors d’oeuvres wedding reception* or a *hor d’oeuvres wedding reception*, our menus are crafted to make your event unforgettable. **Ready to plan your menu?** [Get a Free Estimate](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/contact-us/) ## Our Signature Hors d’Oeuvres ## Sample Hors d’Oeuvres Menu | #### Seafood Favorites | #### Vegetarian & Vegan Selections | #### Meat & Poultry Specialties | | ✔️ Coconut Shrimp with Mango Mint Sauce ✔️ Miniature Crab Cakes with Lemon Aioli ✔️ Shrimp Cocktail ✔️ Seared Scallops with Wonton Crisp ✔️ Grapefruit and Scallop Ceviche Skewer | ✔️ Miniature Fried Artichokes with Saffron Aioli ✔️ Three Tomato Salad with Drake Goat Cheese ✔️ Avocado Crostini with Cream Cheese and Sweet Chili Peppers ✔️ Vegetable Pakoras with Tamarind and Ginger Sauce ✔️ Herbed Stuffed Mushrooms | ✔️ Serrano Wrapped Shrimp with Roasted Pepper Sauce ✔️ Ginger and Lemongrass Pork Satay ✔️ Mini Steak Tacos with Tomatillo Sauce ✔️ Sake-Marinated Chicken Satay with Tamarind Glaze ✔️ Sesame-Soy Glazed Beef Skewers | #### International Inspirations ![Buffet of wedding hors d’oeuvres and appetizers](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/wp-content/uploads/complete-hors-doeuvres-wedding-menu-utah-300x300.png) - Thai Corn Fritters with Chili Pepper and Cilantro Sauce - Crisp Thai Spring Rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce - Mini Poppadoms with Creamy Chicken Tikka - Salmon Cakes with Crème Fraiche and Caper Tartare - Sushi Rice Balls with Shrimp, Salmon Caviar, or Smoked Salmon (Explore our [international cuisine catering](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/international-cuisine-catering/) for even more globally inspired options.)     [Customize Your Menu](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/menus/) ## Complete Hors d’Oeuvres Menu **Vegetable & Vegetarian Favorites** - Miniature Fried Artichokes With Saffron Aioli - Three Tomato Salad With Drake Goat Cheese - Chick Pea and Pomegranate Purée Served On A Pita Crisp - Baby Roasted Potatoes With Romesco Dip - Zucchini Cake With Dill Yoghurt Sauce - Thai Corn Fritters With Chili Pepper and Cilantro Sauce - Vegetable Pakoras With Tamarind and Ginger Sauce - Avocado Crostini With Cream Cheese and Sweet Chili Peppers - Steamed Edamame With Sea Salt - Parmesan and Black Olive Crostini With Parsley Pesto and Goat Cheese - Chive Pancake With Crème Fraiche and Red Onion Confit - Tomato and Basil Crostini - Potato and Rosemary Focaccine - Seared Tuna Niçoise Crostini - Mini Dill Scones With Smoked Trout and Horseradish Cream - Mini Red Onion Tatin - Miniature Latkes With Sour Cream and Apple Sauce - Basil-Marinated Mozzarella and Cherry Tomato Skewers - Fennel-Marinated Feta and Olive Skewers - Herbed Stuffed Mushrooms ![Full selection of wedding hors d’oeuvres displayed on serving table](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/wp-content/uploads/importance-of-hors-doeuvres-wedding-catering.png) **Seafood Selections** - Halibut Bites With Miso Glaze - Serrano Wrapped Shrimp With Roasted Pepper Sauce - Coconut Shrimp With Mango Mint Sauce - Seafood Spring Rolls With Sweet Chili and Cilantro Sauce - Seared Scallops With Wonton Crisp - Grapefruit and Scallop Ceviche Skewer - Lemon Chili Shrimp Sticks - Monkfish, Pancetta, and Rosemary Spiedini With Lemon Aioli - Sushi Rice Balls (Salmon Caviar, Shrimp, Or Smoked Salmon, Served With Wasabi) - Miniature Crab Cakes and Lemon Aioli - Shrimp Cocktail **Meat & Poultry Bites** - Pork Satay With Spicy Peanut Sauce - Meatball and Pecorino Soup Sip - Mini Steak Tacos With Tomatillo Sauce - Breasaola and Pear Rolls With Arugula and Parmesan - Seared Beef Carpaccio With Mustard Mint Sauce and Arugula - Crisp Thai Spring Rolls With Sweet Chili Sauce - Sake-Marinated Chicken Satay With Tamarind Glaze - Ginger and Lemongrass Pork Satay - Pork Dumplings With Chili Soy Sauce - Spicy Shrimp Crostini - Gingered Chicken Cakes With Cilantro Lime Mayo - Salmon Cakes With Crème Fraiche and Caper Tartare - Sesame-Soy Glazed Beef Skewers **Unique & Sweet-Inspired Options** - Tropical Fruit Brochettes With Passion Fruit and Mascarpone Dip ## What Our Couples Say About Us ![google](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-social-reviews/assets/images/icon/icon-google-small.png) [Jessica Chitwood](https://search.google.com/local/reviews?placeid=ChIJ9VEemlSXTYcRbOPlD-uZAdc) September 1, 2026 We chose Brown Brother’s Catering for our wedding on 8.29.26. We have had so many guests say how good the food was. From the first inquiry to the day of the wedding, they were very easy to get in touch with and accommodating with menu changes and additions. We highly recommend them for any event! ![google](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-social-reviews/assets/images/icon/icon-google-small.png) [Katelyn Palmer](https://search.google.com/local/reviews?placeid=ChIJ9VEemlSXTYcRbOPlD-uZAdc) August 11, 2026 I loved my experience with Brown Brothers Catering! I am a wedding planner and they were perfect for our bride- She wanted an elevated buffet experience and that is exactly what was provided. Their food was delicious and their flaming doughnuts are magical! Staff is kind, proactive and great at communicating both before and on the wedding day. ![google](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-social-reviews/assets/images/icon/icon-google-small.png) [Anna Kehoe](https://search.google.com/local/reviews?placeid=ChIJ9VEemlSXTYcRbOPlD-uZAdc) July 23, 2026 We had a DIY style wedding at the Timber Moose Lodge, and Brown Brothers was an amazing vendor! Great food, easy to work with, more affordable than most, and even set up our donuts on poles just the way we requested. Definitely recommend. ![google](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-social-reviews/assets/images/icon/icon-google-small.png) [Gabriella Stratford](https://search.google.com/local/reviews?placeid=ChIJ9VEemlSXTYcRbOPlD-uZAdc) July 18, 2026 Brown Brothers Catering was fantastic for both our rehearsal dinner and wedding reception! Tony was wonderful to work with—he was collaborative, flexible with our menu, and made sure our guests with dietary restrictions had great options. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and everything went so smoothly. We’re so grateful and highly recommend them! ![google](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-social-reviews/assets/images/icon/icon-google-small.png) [Taylor](https://search.google.com/local/reviews?placeid=ChIJ9VEemlSXTYcRbOPlD-uZAdc) June 27, 2026 Brown Brothers catered our wedding this past weekend and it was BEYOND what we expected. They did an incredible job, not just with executing everything we discussed but the food and desserts were SO SO good. Everyone we spoke with for months leading up to the wedding and on the actual day of was truly fantastic, but we closely worked with Stacy. She was amazing and the communication with her was outstanding. I highly recommend BB for any event to anyone, they truly had a huge part in making our wedding absolutely perfect! ![google](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-social-reviews/assets/images/icon/icon-google-small.png) [Christina Parry](https://search.google.com/local/reviews?placeid=ChIJ9VEemlSXTYcRbOPlD-uZAdc) June 9, 2026 Brown Brothers Catering is amazing! They recently catered our wedding reception and throughout the entire process they were very responsive, helpful, and incredibly friendly. I was highly impressed. The food was also very good, and all of our guests loved it! I would highly recommend Brown Brothers Catering to anyone looking for a catering company for their big event! ## Why Skipping Hors d’Oeuvres Can Cost You More Than You Think Without hors d’oeuvres, receptions often feel incomplete. Guests arrive hungry, lines for the buffet drag on, and couples spend more on oversized entrées to make up for the lack of variety. Hors d’oeuvres create flow, keep energy high, and allow you to control costs without sacrificing quality. When thoughtfully designed, a hors d’oeuvres menu can even replace a full dinner, giving your guests an engaging, social experience they’ll love. (Looking for budget tips? Read our guide on [affordable wedding catering options](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/discover-5-affordable-wedding-catering-options-that-wont-break-the-bank/).) ## The Brown Brothers Difference ![Catering staff serving hors d’oeuvres at a wedding reception](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/wp-content/uploads/brown-brothers-catering-difference-300x300.png) ✔️ **Award-Winning Chefs** Menus designed and executed by recognized culinary professionals. ✔️ **Customizable for Every Budget** From elegant seafood displays to affordable vegetarian bites, we adapt to your needs. ✔️ **Stress-Free Catering Experience** Our staff manages prep, service, and cleanup so you can enjoy your wedding day. ✔️ **Unforgettable Presentation** Hors d’oeuvres that look as stunning as they taste. (Learn more about our [luxury wedding catering services](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/luxury-wedding-catering-services-you-can-trust-in-orem-utah/).) ## Trusted Across Orem, Provo, and Utah - Over 15 years of catering experience - Licensed and certified culinary team - Recognized with multiple [wedding catering awards](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/envira/awards/) - Proud member of Utah Catering Association - Hundreds of 5-star reviews from Utah couples ## Explore Our Full Catering Services - [Breakfast Catering](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/breakfast/) - [Lunch Catering](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/lunch-catering-in-orem-utah/) - [Dinner Buffet](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/dinner-buffet/) - [Desserts Catering](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/desserts/) - [Corporate Event Catering](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/corporate/) - [Wedding Catering](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/wedding-catering-for-large-events-utah/) ### Frequently Asked Questions #### [Do we need hors d’oeuvres if we’re serving dinner?]() Yes. Hors d’oeuvres keep your guests comfortable and entertained during cocktail hour or while you’re finishing photos. Without them, guests may be left waiting too long for food, which can affect the overall flow of your reception. Even if you’re serving a full dinner, hors d’oeuvres help balance the evening, create conversation, and provide lighter options for guests who may not want a full plate later. #### [Can a hor d’oeuvres wedding reception replace a full dinner?]() Absolutely. Many couples choose a hor d’oeuvres wedding reception instead of a plated meal. It’s more interactive, allows for a greater variety of flavors, and encourages mingling. Instead of guests being tied to tables, they can enjoy small bites while socializing. Hors d’oeuvres receptions also tend to be more budget-friendly, offering you the flexibility to serve gourmet food without the expense of full plated meals. #### [What’s the average cost per guest?]() Pricing depends on the number of selections, portion sizes, and service style (passed trays vs. stations). On average, hors d’oeuvres catering can range from $15 to $35 per guest, making it a flexible and often more affordable option than plated or buffet dinners. During your consultation, we’ll provide a tailored estimate that matches your budget and guest count. (See also: average cost of wedding catering in Utah). #### [Do you offer vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free hors d’oeuvres?]() Yes. Our chefs specialize in crafting menus that cater to diverse dietary preferences and restrictions, without compromising on flavor or presentation. From vegan spring rolls and gluten-free skewers to gourmet vegetarian bites, we’ll ensure every guest has options they’ll enjoy. (Explore our gluten-free wedding catering options). #### [What areas do you serve?]() We cater weddings and events throughout Utah. Our primary service areas include Orem, Provo, and Salt Lake City, but we also travel across Utah County, Salt Lake County, and surrounding regions to ensure your event's success. (See our Salt Lake County and Park City reception centers). ## Proudly Serving Utah **Brown Brothers Catering** is based in Orem, Utah, and we proudly cater weddings and receptions throughout Utah County, Salt Lake County, and beyond. Wherever your celebration takes place, our team is ready to bring the food and service your event deserves. [(Learn more about us)](#). ## Ready to Plan the Perfect Hors d’Oeuvres Wedding Reception? Brown Brothers Catering creates unforgettable hors d’oeuvres experiences for weddings, receptions, and events across Utah. From planning to service, we make sure every detail reflects your vision. Whether you call it a *hors d’oeuvres wedding reception* or a *hor d’oeuvres wedding reception*, we’ll design a menu your guests will remember. [Get Your Free Estimate](https://brownbrotherscatering.com/contact-us/) --- Site: https://brownbrotherscatering.com/ · Overview for AI: https://brownbrotherscatering.com/llms.txt