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Themed Lunch Menus to Elevate Your Next Event
Planning a lunch event isn’t just about feeding guests—it’s about creating an experience that leaves a lasting impression. Whether you’re organizing a corporate meeting, a private celebration, or a community gathering, themed lunch menus offer a unique way to infuse creativity and purpose into your event.
Unlike standard catering that sticks to traditional sandwich platters or generic buffets, themed lunches let you match your food to the tone, style, or message of your gathering. They can reflect seasonal flair, cultural inspiration, or simply a fun and cohesive idea that brings people together.
What Are Themed Lunch Menus?
Themed lunch menus are curated food packages built around a central idea—whether it’s cuisine, occasion, or aesthetic. These themes help guide the selection of dishes, presentation style, and even the pacing of service. Rather than selecting individual items from a menu, clients can choose a comprehensive package that reflects a specific vibe.
For example, a rustic Italian lunch theme might feature antipasto skewers, pasta primavera, and freshly baked focaccia, while a wellness-inspired theme might focus on grain bowls, roasted vegetables, and cold-pressed juices.
These options allow guests to not only enjoy delicious food but to immerse themselves in a thoughtful dining experience. They also simplify decision-making for event planners by offering ready-to-go combinations that can still be customized.
If you’re looking for flexible and exciting options tailored to your event, Susan’s Kitchen offers a curated selection of themed lunch menus designed with creativity and professionalism in mind.
Themed Global Menus
Served Hot In Chafing Dishes Or Room Temperature | 10 Person Minimum | 24 Hours Notice Required.
Add Sliced Fruit (+5.49 Per Guest). Fruit Salad (+4.95 Per Guest)
Vegan
$36.95 per guest
- Vegetables Khardola Tagine: squash, carrots, potato, zucchini, green beans, pumpkin, raisins, chickpeas, saffron broth, olives and preserved lemon with Moroccan cous cous
- Orange seitan steak: stir fried with red and yellow peppers
- Ginger orange tofu
- Cauliflower steak with tahini sauce
- Garden salad
- Vegan cookies and chocolate truffle
America
$38.95 per guest
- Mini burgers on toasted brioche bread with all the trimmings
- Southern chicken fingers with honey mustard dipping
- Crab cakes with chipotle aioli
- Homemade macaroni and cheese
- Old fashioned coleslaw
- Butter lettuce with tomatoes, radish, and cucumber
- Apple pie
China
$36.00 per guest
- Sesame chicken
- Beef and broccoli or sweet and sour shrimp
- Green beans in black bean sauce
- Veggie fried rice
- Veggie spring rolls with chili sauce
- Asian kale salad
- Regular cookies, matcha cookies and fortune cookies
Hawaiian
$37.00 per guest
- Hula-hula spiced chicken
- Coconut shrimp with bang bang sauce or paniolo grilled steak
- Macadamia nut rice
- Sesame ginger noodles with bean sprouts crispy peas
- Waimea salad with mixed greens roasted peppers, basil and nuts
- Coconut cake with chocolate rum sauce
Italian
$38.00 per guest
Choice of two:
- Chicken: piccata | marsala | parmesan
- Eggplant: piccata | marsala | parmesan
- Steak marsala
- Classic beef meatballs
- Veal: piccata | marsala | parmesan (+ 5.00)
Choose 1 pasta:
• Baked ziti pomodoro
• Penne ala vodka
• Vegetable lasagna roulade
• Penne primavera
Accompanied by:
• Roasted Italian vegetables
• Garlic bread
• Caesar salad
• Cookies, tiramisu shooters and mini italian pastries
Mediterranean
$38.00 per guest
- Honey and za’atar glazed chicken kabobs
- Roasted branzino filets with herbed olive oil, lemon drizzle
- Grilled vegetables with fine herbs
- Mediterranean salad: romaine hearts, peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, olives, feta
- Homemade pita bread and pita chips with hummus
- Cookies and brownies
India
$36.00 per guest
- Chicken tandoori kabob style
- Broiled curry salmon
- Sautéed spinach with chickpea
- Biryani basmati rice with mixed vegetables
- Garden salad with kheer ka raita: yogurt with cucumber and mint
- Cookies and brownies
- Assorted indian breads including naan
Cuba Latino
$37.00 per guest
- Cuban style baked chicken with cilantro
- Roast pork with mojo sauce or lime cured salmon with papaya chili relish
- Rice and peas: arroz con glandules
- Grilled vegetables and sweet plantain or boiled yucca with garlic sauce
- Garden salad with pineapple and avocado
- Fresh baked cookie and tres leches cake shooters sea salt caramel
Healthy Spa Buffet
$38.00 per guest
- Grilled salmon with roasted red pepper coulis
- Soy and ginger glazed breast of chicken
- Grilled Italian vegetables
- Organic brown rice
- Hummus and grilled whole wheat pita
- Garden salad with mushroom and asparagus
- Chilled ginger spiced melon soup
- Chef’s selection of sorbets
Southern Comfort
$39.00 per guest
Choice of 2:
- Buttermilk fried chicken [needs 36 hour notice]
- BBQ pork ribs [needs 36 hour notice]
- Smoked chicken [needs 36 hour notice]
- Shrimp etouffee with polenta cakes
Choice of 2:
- Potato salad
- Mac and cheese: three cheese blend, crunchy chip topping
- Southern sweet potatoes: brown sugar, cinnamon
- Memphis style coleslaw: apple cider vinegar dijonnaise
Accompanied by:
- Pickles and BBQ sauce
- Cobb: baby greens, avocado, pickled red onion, bacon, egg crumbles, blue cheese dressing
- Caramelized banana pudding: chantilly cream, nilla wafer crumble
- Corn bread muffins and biscuits honey butter
Thailand
$37.00 per guest
- Grilled Thai chicken with spicy peanut sauce
- Salmon marinated with lemongrass, chilies and lime
- Sauteed baby asparagus and baby bok choy
- Thai pad noodles with sweet and spicy chili sauce
- Jasmine coconut rice garnished with chunks of coconuts
- Assorted cookies and brownies including mango rice pudding shooters
Jamaican – Caribbean
$42.00 per guest
- Jamaican jerk chicken
- Island style meatballs
- Grilled mahi mahi with pineapple glaze
- Dirty rice
- Fried cassava with garlic sauce
- Sliced tomato and avocado salad
- Cookies and brownies with coconut rice pudding shooters
Middle Eastern
$38.00 per guest
- Falafel with tahini and yogurt dressing
- Chicken shawarma
- Beef shawarma
- Middle eastern cauliflower
- Israeli chopped salad with romaine lettuce
- Hummus with homemade pita and pita chips
- Dessert platter with baklava
Korean
$39.00 per guest
- Bulgogi beef
- Spicy gochujang chicken
- Miso glazed salmon
- Egg fried rice
- Seasoned bok choy
- Vegetable japchae: sweet potato noodle salad
- Cucumber kimchi salad
- Cookies and brownies
Mexico
$37.00 per guest
- Lime chipotle grilled carne asada
- Chicken breast in spicy bell: pepper corn sauce
- Chili and lime rice
- Mexican roasted vegetables
- Chopped salad with corn, green beans
- Tortillas
- Tapioca pudding and churros with chocolate sauce
Susan’s Special Buffets
Served Hot In Chafing Dishes Or Room Temperature | 10 Person Minimum | 24 Hours Notice Required.
Add Sliced Fruit (+5.49 Per Guest). Fruit Salad (+4.95 Per Guest)
Park Avenue
$38.00 per guest
- Burgundy braised beef short ribs with pearl onions, carrots and mushrooms
- Lemon herb chicken Francaise
- Creamy red bliss mashed potatoes
- Sauteed green beans
- House salad mixed greens, dried cranberries, grapes, almonds
- Italian pastries
5th Avenue
$42.00 per guest
- Seared filet mignon with shallots and mushrooms
- Zesty shrimp
- Roasted butternut squash with dried fruits
- Lemon parsley roasted potatoes
- Susan’s salad
- Cookies and brownies
Midtown
$38.00 per guest
- Chicken Francaise with charred tomatoes and asparagus tips
- Bistro grilled steak with grilled portobello mushrooms
- Roasted fingerling potatoes
- Baked brussels sprouts
- Baby arugula, beets and goat cheese salad
- Cookies and brownies
The Big Apple
$42.00 per guest
- Stuffed chicken with truffle, wild mushroom spinach
- Medallions of beef tenderloin with a truffle red wine reduction
- Roasted new potatoes with shallots and parsley
- Sicilian roasted cauliflower, capers, raisins and breadcrumbs
- Garden salad
- Tuscan farro salad
- Cookies and brownies
Garment District
$42.00 per guest
- Sake and miso roast salmon with wakame seaweed
- Braised boneless chicken thighs with coconut and thai basil
- Sticky rice and shiitake
- Broccoli with oyster sauce
- Baby spinach, red peppers, water chestnuts and bean sprouts
- Cookies and chocolate shooters with ginger cream
- Breads and shrimp chips
Room Temperature Buffet
Served Hot In Chafing Dishes Or Room Temperature | 10 Person Minimum | 24 Hours Notice Required.
Add Sliced Fruit (+5.49 Per Guest). Fruit Salad (+4.95 Per Guest)
Susan Buffet-A
$37.95 per guest
- Grilled salmon with black bean salsa and orange chipotle vinaigrette
- Grilled chicken breast chimichurri with roasted sweet peppers
- Roasted cauliflower with smoked paprika and lemon
- Roast yams with cinnamon, pepper and honey
- Garden greens with radish, cucumber and tomatoes cilantro vinaigrette
- Dessert platter
- Cornbread, crisps, rolls and butter
Susan Buffet-B
$39.95 per guest
- Moroccan grilled chicken breast with olives and tart fruit
- Beef sirloin with tomato cabernet compote
- Grilled asparagus with sweet peppers and toasted walnuts
- Penne with roasted tomatoes, basil, olives and parmesan
- Caesar salad
- Biscotti, mini cannoli, fruit tarts, and Italian pastries
Stress-Free Catering for Your Event
Planning an event can be stressful, but our Themed Lunch Catering service is designed to be as seamless and enjoyable as possible. From the moment you reach out to us, our team will guide you through every step of the catering process, including menu selection, dietary preferences, and timing. We take care of all the details, so you can focus on enjoying your event.
How to Book Themed Lunch Catering with Susan’s Kitchen Catering and Events
Booking your next event with us is simple. Just visit our website proposal request and fill out the contact form with your event details. Our team will get in touch with you promptly to discuss your vision and help you choose the perfect theme and menu. From there, we’ll take care of everything else, ensuring that your lunch is a memorable experience for all your guests.
Testimonials
We’ve had the privilege of catering countless events, and our clients continue to rave about our service:
- “Susan’s Kitchen Catering and Events made our corporate lunch an unforgettable experience. The Mediterranean feast was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Our team loved every bite!” – Jane L.
- “The taco bar was a hit at my birthday party! Everyone had fun customizing their tacos, and the food was delicious. I’ll definitely be booking with them again.” – Mark T.
Why Themed Lunches Make Events Memorable
Food is often the center of conversation at any event. When it’s done right—and with a bit of flair—it can turn a standard gathering into something people talk about long after it’s over. A themed menu sets a tone, enhances the atmosphere, and shows your guests that every detail has been considered.
Imagine walking into a meeting room where the lunch isn’t just placed on a table, but arranged as part of a “Spring Garden Brunch” with floral garnishes, fresh fruit platters, and pastel-colored plates. It’s not just about nourishment—it’s about ambiance.
Themed menus also give you an opportunity to align your catering with a brand, season, or special celebration. For corporate functions, this can enhance branding or energize your team. For weddings or showers, it adds personal flair. And for casual parties, it just makes things more fun.
Business & Corporate Themes
In professional settings, food needs to walk the line between impressive and efficient. A well-planned themed lunch can do both. At Susan’s Kitchen, we offer business-friendly menus that provide high-end flavor without disrupting the flow of your event.
Consider a “Power Lunch Bowl” theme, featuring nutrient-packed grain bowls with roasted vegetables, lean proteins, and custom sauces. These are not only energizing but also easy to serve in boxed format for meetings or seminars.
For more traditional offices, we offer executive sandwich assortments, complete with upscale breads, gourmet spreads, and premium meats. You can browse our full Corporate Lunch Box Menu to see options suited for team meetings, boardrooms, and client-facing events.
Classic & Casual Themes
Not every event calls for formality. In fact, some of the most memorable gatherings lean into comfort. Our classic lunch packages bring crowd-pleasing favorites into a cohesive theme that’s anything but basic.
Think of a “Deli Day” spread, where guests can pick from curated sandwiches, crispy potato chips, and house-made pickles. Or imagine a “Hero Sub Station,” perfect for casual parties or office celebrations, built around oversized gourmet sandwiches sliced and served for easy sharing.
Susan’s Kitchen offers versatile sandwich and lunch packages that make it easy to host casual events without compromising on flavor or freshness.
International & Cultural Themes
Bringing global flavors to the table is one of the easiest ways to excite guests and break from routine. Our themed lunch options inspired by international cuisine provide a flavorful journey—without anyone needing a passport.
Our Italian-inspired lunch theme includes classics like penne alla vodka, chicken marsala, and roasted vegetable trays, paired with garlic bread and crisp garden salad. You can find more ideas in our Italian pasta catering menu, which works beautifully for both weddings and corporate lunches.
Looking for something spicier? Our Mexican fajita bar brings vibrant flavors to the table with grilled chicken and steak, sautéed peppers, warm tortillas, and house-made salsa. This is perfect for Cinco de Mayo celebrations or just to inject some heat into an otherwise ordinary day.
Themed Lunch Menus
Questions —Answered
What is a themed lunch menu?
A themed lunch menu is a curated set of dishes built around a central idea—such as a cuisine, occasion, or dietary focus—to create a more engaging dining experience.
Can themed lunches be customized for dietary needs?
Yes, Susan’s Kitchen offers fully customizable themed menus, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergen-aware options.
How far in advance should I book catering?
We recommend booking at least one to two weeks in advance, especially for large or custom-themed events.
Are themed lunch options available for corporate meetings?
Absolutely. We offer several professional lunch themes, including grain bowl bars, gourmet sandwich packages, and internationally inspired buffets.
Do themed menus include setup and presentation?
Yes. Our catering service includes delivery, presentation setup, and optional staffing upon request to ensure a seamless experience.
More Questions?
Let’s Start Planning Your Event!
Our expert event planners are ready to answer your questions and help turn your vision into reality. Whether you’re planning a corporate event or a wedding, Susan’s Kitchen is your trusted partner for top-tier catering services. From healthy options to special dietary needs, we’ve got you covered.
Contact Susan’s Kitchen today to discuss your next event—we’re here to make it unforgettable.
