With flowers blooming once again and the arrival of warm, gentle storms, we know it can only mean one thing: spring has returned! Spring is one of our favorite seasons here at Cotton Culinary as it’s our opportunity to let our creativity blossom in colorful and tasty ways. From festive corporate picnics to spring holiday celebrations, there are endless possibilities for fun spring events.

Now is the time to book events and catering for the upcoming season. As you begin preparing for another exciting spring, consider the following tips from our events specialists on how to plan catering services for any kind of spring event.

Catering for Spring Corporate Events

As the weather warms and the sunshine returns, spring is a fantastic opportunity to bring your teams together for a wonderful spring gathering. Not only do outdoor events make for fun celebrations, but they are also an excellent way to build stronger teams by giving them time to...

While most Texans were just starting to dust off their boots and get ready for the Houston Rodeo’s World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest, the Cotton Culinary team was already hard at work for the Rodeo Uncorked! Roundup and Best Bites Competition, an event that pairs over 100 signature dishes from local restaurants with more than 250 award-winning international wines.

Things were heating up in the kitchen as Executive Chef Wade Schindler and team cooked up their signature dish for 2023, The Cotton Pearl, an entrée consisting of Wagyu beef on toasted brioche with sweet potato hay and a side of cotton candy topped with demi pearls and gold dust. As the nearly 6,000 attendees milled about the competition, they voted on which contestants should earn the People’s Choice Award, while judges tasted and...

When planning your next catered event or corporate luncheon, there are many things to consider. From the venue to choosing programming to logistics, there are many factors that affect the finished product. One of the biggest challenges to hosting a successful event is incorporating catering or meal service, despite also being one of the most significant contributors to an event’s success.

While corporate and event catering can improve productivity and your event’s overall impression on your audience, it can just as quickly isolate or even cause harm to certain guests if special care is not taken to ensure your menu is as inclusive as possible. For these reasons, it is essential to keep the following factors in mind when planning your next event to keep your guests happy and healthy.

Allergies

At the top of the list when crafting an inclusive menu should be mindfulness of the variety of allergy triggers present in many foods. Eight of the most common food...

The end of the year is in sight but, before we get there, we have a lot of celebrating to do. Whether your company launched a new product, made logistical improvements, increased revenue, or helped the community, you all deserve a break. Thank your employees and partners with a celebratory meal catered by Cotton Culinary!

With our holiday spirit in full swing, we’ve completely revamped our Holiday Catering menu to ensure everyone’s favorite dish gets a seat at the table. From roasted turkey and pecan pie for Thanksgiving to prime rib and sweet potato casserole for Christmas, we’ve got the delicacies you need to guarantee your guests a special occasion this holiday season.

Download our menu now or simply select from one of the delicious meals below and give us a call to schedule your holiday feast. Minimum of 60 meals required for catering services.

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Cotton Culinary has kicked off this football season with another successful tailgate as we cheered on the University of Texas Longhorns! We loved the opportunity to show this historic institution our support through tasty treats and good vibes. Take a look at the pictures below to get a peak at the service our team can provide to any tailgate event.

Organizing a large catered event, such as a luncheon, fundraising gala, or corporate holiday party, can feel a little overwhelming at times. There are so many details to consider and so many options when it comes to menus and vendors. However, coming into the process with some clarity on your audience and the sequence of events will help you and your corporate caterer provide the best options. Below are some things you’ll want to consider before vetting different large event catering vendors.

Audience Size and Dietary Restrictions

One of the first things all caterers will ask is a guest count. You don’t have to have the exact number yet but having an estimate or knowing what the venue’s limit is could help give the vendor an idea of how much food will need to be provided.

You’ll also want to know if any of your guests have dietary restrictions, such as allergies, preferences, or religious dietary restrictions. Once you have that information, ensure the vendors you are speaking with can accommodate these restrictions into...

As we enter the middle of another sweltering summer, it can be so tough to find ways to cool down when relaxing under the summer sun. Fortunately, the mixology masters at Cotton Culinary have you covered!

Below you’ll find three quick and easy refreshing cocktail recipes to help you beat the heat with your family and friends this summer. Try them out this weekend and be sure to tag @CottonCulinary when you show them off on Instagram! We can’t wait to see your delicious concoctions.

WATERMELON MOJITO

MAKES 5-6 SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

• A bushel of fresh mint, around 10 sprigs or 40 leaves

• 6 large slices of fresh watermelon

• 9 oz. of a rum of your choice

• ½ cup simple syrup (a syrup of equal parts water and sugar, boiled over low heat)

• 3-4 oz. of fresh lime juice (about 3 limes)

• Small watermelon spears and fresh mint for...

One of our favorite things about celebrating Independence Day is getting together with friends and family over grilled goods and refreshing snacks. Cotton Culinary has curated the perfect Fourth of July snacks that you can show off at your upcoming celebration.

Listed below are four very easy Fourth of July recipes that can be whipped up in less than 30 minutes. Make them this weekend and tag @CottonCulinary on Instagram! We’d love to see your final masterpiece.

RED, WHITE, AND BLUEBERRIES

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup of blueberries

• Strawberries and/or raspberries, as many as needed to fill your tray

• Your choice of white chocolate-covered pretzels, marshmallows or popcorn

DIRECTIONS

1. Place your blueberries in a small bowl and place the bowl on the top left corner of your tray. This will represent the blue, starry square on the flag.

2. Line up your...

Mother’s Day is right around the corner and we’ve got a great idea for the DIY gifters! Surprise the special woman in your life with a fluffy mousse dessert that’s sure to make her smile. Follow the instructions below and try to resist eating it all yourself!

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• 12 oz hard cream cheese - do not take out of the fridge until ready to use to avoid softening
• 10 oz non-dairy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 4 eggs, only the yolks
• 3 Tbsp milk
• 2/3 cup confectioners' sugar
• 18 graham crackers
• 1/4 cup margarine
• About 7 oz grated white chocolate
• Your topping of choice, such as nuts, granola, sprinkles, chocolate chips or fruit

INSTRUCTIONS

For the mousse

1. Using a handheld mixer and a bowl mix the sugar and egg yolks.
2. Carefully add the milk, confectioners’ sugar and cream cheese, and continue mixing until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, beat whipping cream until thick.
4. Take your whipping...

It’s that special time of year again, y’all. The birds have returned to their nests, the flowers are beginning to bloom and the smell of delicious crawfish is wafting far and wide. It’s CrawFest season!

Join us once again for another Cray-Z good time at Cotton’s Annual CrawFest, benefitting Cotton Foundation. We’ll be serving over 6,000 pounds of crawfish while you enjoy entertainment, live auctions and raffles. In addition to crawfish, Cotton Culinary will also be serving jambalaya, sliders, bread pudding and even more incredible Cajun cuisine.

This year’s event will be held on Thursday, April 21 at the Cotton Ranch in Katy, Texas. Sponsorships are available from $1,000 - $25,000. Single tickets are also available to purchase for $125 and $200. All proceeds support the Cotton Foundation’s mission to Restore Hope to children and families affected by disasters and illnesses. Get your tickets now to be sure you don’t miss out...

It’s Rodeo Season in Houston and Cotton Culinary has already walked away with one spectacular award. Every year, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo kicks off the festivities with the Rodeo Uncorked! Roundup and Best Bites Competition, an event that pairs signature dishes from local restaurants with award-winning international wines.

This year, the event drew in over 4,000 food and wine enthusiasts from around Houston to the NRG Center. While everyone reunited with familiar faces and ate to their heart’s content, they also voted on their favorite dishes. Cotton Culinary’s Figgy Piggy, which consisted of succulent pork belly and fig chili glaze quickly became a fan favorite. So much so that the team, led by Executive Chef Wade Schindler, was awarded the People’s Choice Award! We are so proud of the team for using their creativity and...

The biggest event in football is only a couple of weeks away and if you’re hosting, you know your food options have to be just as exciting as the actual game. Cotton Culinary is happy to help with delicious bites that satisfy everyone’s cravings.

Whether you choose to partner with Cotton Culinary or run this play on your own, here are four tasty options to include in your menu!

Cotton Culinary has kicked off this football season with two successful tailgates at the University of Texas and Texas A&M! We loved the opportunity to show these great institutions our support through tasty treats and good vibes. Take a look at the pictures below to get a peak at the service our team can provide to any tailgate event.

• Another school year has come and gone, and we’re ready to celebrate all of the 2022 graduates. Whether you’re celebrating your child’s high school diploma or your loved ones PhD, show them how proud you are with an unforgettable party. Cotton Culinary has the experience and network to help you throw an unforgettable celebration at home or in a venue.

• CATERING FOR PRIVATE CELEBRATIONS AT HOME
• Homeowners trust Cotton Culinary to safely and professionally cater their home events. Our chefs offer the option of cooking on site, whether in your kitchen or outside in one of our state-of-the-art mobile kitchens. Or you can choose to have the food delivered and set up in a beautiful display. Whichever option you go for, Cotton offers a professional wait staff and fresh meals

  that deliver an exquisite culinary experience.

• CATERING AT YOUR PARTY VENUE
• Need a reliable and insured caterer for your selected venue? Cotton Culinary has...

Safety has always been and will always be a top priority for Cotton Culinary. As we reflect on the last 365 days, we’re grateful for our HSE foundation and out-of-the-box thinking, which allowed us to continue serving you during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Like most businesses, we too had to implement additional safety measures and adjusted our operations to meet CDC, state, and federal guidelines. However, despite the masks and social distancing, Cotton Culinary’s personable service and creative menus never missed a beat. In 2020, while everyone had to rethink the way we celebrated life’s biggest moments, Cotton Culinary helped clients plan for intimate gatherings at home or in smaller venues. We used this opportunity to expand our menu and serving options for a wide range of events. For example, we created personal-size charcuterie boards for a magazine release party and delivered thousands of boxed lunches to our clients’ offices. Each...

Love is in the air, and so is the smell of Cotton Culinary’s truly delicious wedding offerings. The season of love is, not surprisingly, a popular time to get engaged, or to hold special events focused on romance. For those looking to start planning a wedding, however, Cotton Culinary is here to make sure the day is a success, especially when it comes to the food. A special day deserves an equally special menu to bring out the best in the proceedings. Cotton Culinary’s wedding catering does just that.

Cotton Culinary understands the pressures every couple faces when planning and coordinating the wedding of their dreams.. That is why we bring the same professionalism that we do to corporate catering to catering for private special events. Our catering director and team of trained culinary staff will make sure the dinner portion runs smoothly with creative planning, innovative cuisine, artful presentation, and an unmatched level of customer service.

A big day deserves a memorable experience, and that is exactly what Cotton Culinary provides, no matter the size or...

Now that The Big Game is around the corner, are you planning on hosting for family and friends? Due to COVID-19, you may have to think outside the box if you want to cater to a party. Though you can’t attend large events, you can still enjoy your Big Game party virtually.

At-home parties are nothing new for Cotton Culinary. With decades of experience, we’ve created plenty of unforgettable events in the homes of our clients. From bridal showers, holiday parties, and wedding receptions, we have done it all.

Cotton Culinary understands the impact a successful party or event could be on our clients. Leave cherishable memories for your employees by creating an extravagant get together. We’re ready to work alongside you to customize all the details of your party to your liking.

Contact us today to start your party plans.

There are many things that go into making a corporate or private event a success, but one thing that can make the difference between a good event and a great one is the food. A successful event, from business seminars to holiday parties to awards galas, demands key ingredients and precise coordination from start to finish. Enter Cotton Culinary.

Years of experience have allowed us to grow a team of culinary professionals that are keyed into the different needs of our clients. An enthusiastic staff, the Cotton Culinary team is committed to the success of your corporate event and works hard to exceed all expectations when it comes to planning, presentation, customer service, and, of course, cuisine. In our current reality, we’ve increased our already stringent safety standards by adding additional protocols

Following important health guidelines is key to providing a safe catering experience for any holiday event, and the Cotton Culinary team knows it. Even before the current realities of COVID, our team took the utmost care to maintain strict standards when it comes to...

Thanksgiving is just around the corner; the perfect time to try out some new recipes. Turkey and ham are staples, but the side dishes are where your spread can differentiate itself. We’ve collected a handful of Thanksgiving recipes from Cotton Culinary leaders and are sharing them with you so you can bring something new to the table!

We blinked, and it was suddenly Halloween, and now we have our eyes set on Thanksgiving! As we eagerly transition into the holiday season, Cotton Culinary is taking orders for holiday catering. We’ve put our creative minds together and have come up with some delicious creations worthy of sharing with your coworkers, employees, and guests.

Cotton Culinary is ready to bring your holiday celebrations to life, from classic flavors that reminisce of the good old days to new and exciting ones that impress everyone at the company. All of your catering needs, including service, food, and drinks, can be customized for your Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa dinners, posadas, and general holiday celebrations.

This year, we’re taking extra measures to keep everyone safe - read more about that HERE - but safety doesn’t mean dull. Our creativity still comes through in every bite and our quality of service will ALMOST outshine the...

This season, our brides are opting for a white-out style with green or citrus-colored accents. This softer style inspires the same elegance in the menu and the presentation of the hors d’oeuvres and main course. For example, many couples are requesting high-end hors d’oeuvres like shrimp and grits shooters, quail medallions, and bruschetta, all of which fit in with the simple, yet elegant, style. Action stations, where food is cooked to order, have also become popular and can be a safer option during the current pandemic as it limits human contact with the food. In addition to themes and menu options, a huge trend this year has been micro-weddings, which offer the same impressive experience as your traditional large wedding but on a significantly smaller scale.

Contact us today to speak to our culinary experts and start planning your dream wedding!

Find this and other trends from your favorite Houston vendors in the new...

Cotton Culinary is helping businesses keep their employees safe during the global pandemic with safe onsite catering and food deliveries. By providing meals at work, companies are able to minimize their employees’ risk of accidental exposure to COVID-19 at a busy restaurant or public space.

Since before the pandemic, Cotton Culinary has always strived to provide the best quality of food and service while committed to the highest level of food safety. Now, in accordance with FDA, USDA, and local food safety requirements, we’ve added additional precautions to protect our guests and employees.

Here’s are some ways Cotton Culinary is helping businesses prevent the Spread of COVID-19:

• Cotton Culinary Employees:

• All employees are screened daily before coming to work to ensure individual health. If they present any symptoms, have traveled, or have been in contact with a COVID-19 patient, they will not be allowed on the job site and may be asked to self-quarantine for 14 days.

• All are required to wear a mask...

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Due to COVID-19, we’ve all had to think outside the box and come up with creative ways to have fun, while protecting ourselves and those we love. Although we haven’t been able to attend large events, this year has taught us that we can still celebrate life’s special moments with drive-thru parades, virtual parties, and intimate backyard receptions.

The notion of at-home parties is nothing new for Cotton Culinary. After decades in the event industry, Cotton Culinary has helped create hundreds of unforgettable events in our clients’ homes. From bridal showers to holiday parties and even intimate wedding receptions, you can still have the event you’ve dreamed of without leaving home. All you need to transform your living space into an upscale venue is a delicious menu, creative hors d'oeuvres, and trendy decor.

If you have a special event coming up and need help transforming your backyard or living room, give Cotton Culinary a call. Our team of experts will work with your vision to create a unique look and customized menu options that will impress your guests.

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Next time you need to feed on-site workers or host an event, don’t entrust your meals to just anyone. Confide your catering needs to Cotton Culinary’s renowned quality and professionalism.

We’ve worked with clients in various geographic locations with tough working conditions, irregular shift schedules, and specific requirements. Our flexibility allows us to be leaders in rapid mobilization and solutions that fuel your workers and impress your guests.

ASSETS

• Local kitchens

• Food storage trucks

• Temporary dining facilities

• Over two dozen mobile kitchens

EXPERIENCED STAFF

• Chefs and staff with decades of experience delivering superior service

• Professional planners that address the client’s budget, location, shift schedules, dietary needs, and preferences

• Custom curated menus

• Past experiences include construction sites, well sites, disaster response centers, private events, and corporate picnics

RAPID...

Cotton Culinary loves Go Texan Day as much as any Houstonian because it means rodeo season is here! To kick off the city-wide celebration, we’ve curated a special menu with small bites and beverage options that perfectly depict the Lone Star taste.

SMALL BITES

(Choice of 3)

• Pepper Chicken Bites
• Corn Arepa Cakes
• Venison Meatballs
• Beef Brisket Slider
• Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese
• Shrimp Campechana
• Boudin Eggrolls
• Texas Caviar Cups

BEVERAGES

(Choice of 2)

• Texas Cranberry Lemonade
• Arnold Palmer
• Iced Tea

Contact us TODAY to book your Go Texan Day catering with Cotton Culinary.

Even if your team didn’t make it, watching the first Super Bowl of this decade is a big deal! And let’s not forget about the show-stopping duo that is set to perform at halftime. It’s definitely worth throwing a party for.

Score a touchdown when you host your Super Bowl watch party with Cotton Culinary. Whether you’re going for a large, football-themed celebration or a more intimate gathering, we can customize the perfect menu for you and your guests.

Our professional catering staff will work with you to plan and execute a delicious experience that everyone will love. The best part? We’ll take care of the game-day bites so you can enjoy the party!

Contact us today to book your party.

Holiday Recipe Series curated by Cotton Culinary Executive Chef, Wade Schindler.

We knew we had to wrap up Cotton’s international holiday series with Puerto Rico’s famous coquito. If you’re not familiar with this sweet, creamy beverage, we encourage you to give it a try. It’s usually referred to as Puerto Rican coconut eggnog and will end your holiday meal on a happy note.

Did you miss out on the holiday recipes for weeks 1 - 3? Click here to start at the beginning.

Ingredients:

• 4 oz raisins

• 1 1/2 cups dark rum

• 2 cinnamon sticks

• 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

• 1 (15 oz) can cream of coconut (Coco Lopez)

• 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk

• 4 oz evaporated milk

• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 4 tablespoons shredded coconut,...

Holiday Recipe Series curated by Cotton Culinary Executive Chef, Wade Schindler.

Nothing says winter like cinnamon-sprinkled treats, which is why we’ve added Mexican buñuelos to the international holiday menu. Buñuelos are crispy, fried treats that are made in Mexico during the Christmas season. They offer the right amount of sweetness that will have you reaching for more.

Click here to start at the top of the international holiday series.

Ready to get started? Follow the ingredients and instructions below.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups flour, sifted twice

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• 1 tbsp salt 1 tbsp sugar

• 2 eggs

• 3/4 cup milk

• 1/2 cup butter or margarine

• oil for frying

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.

2. In a separate small bowl, beat one tbsp sugar, eggs, and butter. Stir in...

Holiday Recipe Series curated by Cotton Culinary Executive Chef, Wade Schindler.

The next recipe in our international holiday series features sweet plantains from The Bahamas!

Even though they’re sweet, plantains are not a dessert. In the Caribbean, sweet plantains are enjoyed as a side dish to a savory entree and are usually accompanied by rice and beans. In this case, try pairing these with this delicious holiday ham or your favorite side dish.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripened plantains
• 4 tbsp canola oil

Directions:

1. Choose plantains that are ripened enough to sport brown spots, but not overly ripe. This indicates that the plantain is ripe enough to be sweet, but not so ripe that they fall apart.

2. Slice the plantains at a 45-degree angle along its length, each slice being about ¼-½ inch wide.

3. Heat the canola oil and add plantain slices, frying until golden brown...

Holiday Recipe Series curated by Cotton Culinary Executive Chef, Wade Schindler.

The Cotton companies have grown so much in the past few years that we’ve even expanded to other countries. This holiday season, we’d like to honor some of the countries that have opened up their homes to us by presenting traditional holiday recipes from each.

Ready to make a holiday feast as diverse as Cotton? Let’s get started with the U.S.A. and a succulent glazed holiday ham.

Ingredients:

• 1 7-to-8-pound bone-in ham
• Whole cloves
• 1½ teaspoons dry mustard powder
• 1 cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup dry sherry

Directions:

1. Heat oven to 325 degrees. Place the ham on a rack in a large roasting pan. Create a diamond pattern across the meat by scoring it diagonally left to right, then right to left. Place a whole clove inside each diamond.

2. Add 1-2 cups of water to the bottom of the pan, then bake the ham, uncovered, 25 minutes for each pound if it is...

Last year, we served up some tips on how to properly prepare your turkey. This year, we’re here to help make the overall Thanksgiving cooking experience a little less stressful. We’ve gathered a list of helpful tips that should lessen your time in the kitchen and increase the time spent with loved ones.

Plan ahead

Plan as much and as early as possible to avoid last-minute surprises.

• Confirm the number of guests

• If you’re expecting a small group, then only make what’s necessary. Trying to make more dishes than needed could end up making you feel rushed and frustrated.

• If your guest list is long, you might need to double your recipes or make extra servings, just in case.

• Plan for special diets

• Be sure to ask your guests if they have any special diet requests so that they too can enjoy a hearty meal.

• Consider incorporating a...

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Halloween recipe curated by Cotton Culinary Executive Chef, Wade Schindler.

Nothing says Halloween like a bowl of spaghetti worms. Gather your friends for a fun Halloween evening and treat them to this spooky, delicious meal. Don’t worry -- no worms were harmed in the making of this recipe.

Share your creation on Instagram and tag us @CottonCulinary – we’d love to see the look on your friends’ faces when you pull out a bowl of “worms!”

Ingredients:

• Kosher salt
• 1-pound squid ink spaghetti
• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 onion (diced)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1-pound ground beef
• Freshly ground pepper
• 1 (14.5 oz) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1.5 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• ¼ cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese, plus more to add as a topping later

Directions:

1. Add water and...

Pumpkin spice is in the air, and the move toward cooler weather brings the season of tidings, good cheer, and holiday party planning! Even if you are a party planning pro, the holidays can be a stressful time. Trust Cotton Culinary to take the pressure out of planning your upcoming event. Cotton provides a variety of catering services that will exceed your expectations through creative cuisine, artful presentation, attention to detail, and superior customer service.

Preparation is key to planning the perfect holiday event. It’s never too early to start curating your menu, theme ideas, venue location, and guest list. Whether you’re hosting a large corporate holiday party or an intimate lunch with your most important clients, we will customize your event around your budget, special requests, and vision. With over 50 years of combined experience, our executive chef and trusted culinary team will work with you to craft a menu to...

The Summer Recipe Series will include curated items by Cotton Culinary Executive Chef, Wade Schindler.

Searching for an easy appetizer for your upcoming tailgating party? Look no further than this six-ingredient buffalo chicken dip offering all of the flavor and kick of buffalo wings without the mess. This dip is sure to be a hit with your guests while they enjoy the game!

Ingredients

• 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
• 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese softened
• 1/2 cup bleu cheese or ranch dressing
• 3/4 cup homemade buffalo sauce recipe or store bought
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese + 1/2 cup for topping
• 1/2 teaspoon Stone House Seasoning
• Bleu cheese crumbles, optional

1. Preheat oven to 350º F.

2. Mix together all ingredients except last 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and bleu cheese crumbles and pour into a medium baking dish.

3. Sprinkle...

The Summer Recipe Series will include curated items by Cotton Culinary Executive Chef, Wade Schindler.

Searching for a refreshing treat to cool down your guests in this summer heat? Look no further than this sweet and tangy raspberry mint lemonade! Quick and easy to make, it's sure to be a hit at any event.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Water
• 4 Sprigs of Mint
• 1/2 cup Sugar
• Zest of 1 Lemon
• 1/2 cup Lemon Juice 2-3 Lemons
• 1/2 cup Fresh Raspberries
• 3 cups additional Water
• Mint Spring to Garnish (optional)
• Lemon Slices to Garnish (optional)
• Raspberries to Garnish (optional)

1. To a small saucepan add 1 cup water, 4 mint sprigs, zest of 1 lemon, and sugar. Stir. Heat over medium heat to a simmer. Remove from heat and let steep 15-20 minutes.

2. Remove the lemon zest and mint from the sugar mixture and set aside.

3. In a pitcher add the raspberry and using a spoon crush...

Hosting a Mexican themed fiesta? Cotton Culinary can help. Planning a themed event can be challenging. From the perfect decorations to specialized Mexican cocktails, each detail must be considered and accounted for. Whether its mini street tacos, flavorful enchiladas, or perfectly grilled corn, Cotton Culinary will work with your vision to customize all aspects of the menu to fit the occasion.

To set the mood of any fiesta, bright colors and festive decor are a must! Our experienced staff will work closely with you to ensure that your event will be coordinated perfectly from start to finish. Don’t worry if your event space is on the smaller side, Cotton Culinary can cook onsite, offering freshly prepared food, for groups large and small.

Contact us today to coordinate your upcoming Mexican catering themed event. We’ll bring the food so you can focus on the fiesta!

The Summer Recipe Series will include curated items by Cotton Culinary Executive Chef, Wade Schindler.

Not many things go together as well as summer weather and grilling. Next in our summer recipe series are easy steak kabobs! Featuring fresh vegetables and a succulent marinade, these kabobs are bursting with complimentary flavors. Ready in under 15 minutes, this dish will be a summer staple!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup canola oil
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1-1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 pound whole fresh mushrooms
• 2 medium onions, cut into wedges
• 1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch slices
• Hot cooked rice

1. In a large bowl, combine first six ingredients....

Business Recovery Edition

Cotton Culinary understands the fast-paced and complex demands of disaster response in the wake of a hazardous event. Our teams have extensive experience providing support for both natural and man-made disasters. Cotton understands that special precautions must be taken to protect the life, health, and safety of all individuals participating in the recovery efforts.

When critical infrastructure and resources aren’t available, Cotton Culinary can support any size operation with an extensive range of temporary assets and an impressive fleet of vehicles and equipment, custom-designed for rugged environments.

Cotton Culinary assets include:

• Self-contained Kitchen Trucks

• Climate-controlled Tent Structures

• Vehicles Designed for Rugged Environments

• Mobile Command Trailer

• Pre-Loaded Emergency Response...

The Summer Recipe Series will include curated items by Cotton Culinary Executive Chef, Wade Schindler.

Looking for a quick recipe for your next summer party? You can't go wrong with an easy, fresh and super light Mediterranean watermelon salad. This dish can be ready in 15 minutes, allowing you to focus on your special guests!

For the Honey Vinaigrette

• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 to 2 tbsp quality extra virgin olive oil
• pinch of salt

For the Watermelon Salad

• 1/2 watermelon, peeled, cut into cubes
• 1 English (or Hot House) cucumber, cubed (about 2 cupfuls of cubed cucumbers)
• 15 fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 15 fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, more to your liking

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, olive oil and pinch of salt. Set aside for a moment.

2. In a large bowl or serving platter with sides, combine...

With the temperatures rising and summer in full swing, it’s time to think about your caterer for the season! Cotton Culinary can provide a full suite of remote-site and corporate catering solutions for gatherings of all sizes, budgets, and demands. From an intimate backyard cookout to a capacious 4th of July bash.

Thinking about bringing a summertime celebration to the office? Include us in your corporate events or company picnics. These allow for coworkers to socialize outside of the office with their friends and families in a relaxed, outdoor atmosphere. Cotton Culinary can curate a superb corporate event that will impress employees with a customized menu and service that will leave a lasting impression.

Our expanding fleet of...

After a hurricane, feeding your workforce may not be top-of-mind. But in order to sustain the long hours of recovery and repair, it is important to keep your workforce not just fed, but fed nutritious, sustaining food. Cotton Culinary can help.

With more than two decades of experience in the disaster recovery industry, Cotton has been instrumental in providing emergency facilities and food support services in the aftermath of severe weather. When critical infrastructure and resources aren’t available, Cotton Culinary can support any size operation with temporary and mobile assets, including self-contained kitchen trucks, climate-controlled tent structures, and an impressive fleet of vehicles and equipment custom-designed for rugged environments. Our 24/7 availability means that we meet your needs quickly, which is vital during the aftermath of a storm.

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Join the Cotton Team on April 11th as we celebrate 10 years of Crawfest, our annual fundraising event for the Cotton Foundation and Taylor’s Place. This invite-only event at our headquarters in Katy, Texas highlights Cotton Culinary’s delicious food and brings our community of employees, clients and partners together for a good cause.

Guests can expect Cotton Culinary to bring Louisiana to Texas with over 5,000 pounds of fresh crawfish, corn, potatoes, and sausage boiled onsite! Other Southern bites to be served up include savory mini Cajun meat pies, boudin egg rolls, hot cream cheese crab dip, alligator bites, and SWLA chicken and sausage jambalaya. Of course, no Cotton Culinary spread is complete without decadent desserts! The beignets and our famous bread pudding topped with Jack Daniels vanilla sauce will be sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Taylor’s Place will one day be a sanctuary for cancer patients and their family members to create memories away from the doctors and hospitals, inspired by Cotton’s Tom Wallace, who passed away from cancer in 2007. The home...

Cotton Culinary is proud to be the BP MS 150’s preferred caterer for the 2019 ride, happening April 27-28. The annual bicycle ride from Houston to Austin raises money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, which assists those with the disease by way of research and initiatives to help improve their lives. Participants undertake an often-grueling, hilly ride from Houston to downtown Austin, with a nighttime stop halfway.

Our team is gearing up to cook for thousands at both the La Grange stop and at the finish line. All food will be prepared on-site; all the teams have to do is bring their own tables and we will handle the rest. Choose from a selection of fresh, nutritious, calorie-dense meals to refuel your team. Menus are available on our website and orders need to be received by April 12.

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