Hors d’oeuvres
Our menu is endless on options. Some of our most popular items are featured below. Catering by Debbi Covington is happy to customize as needed to create a unique menu for your perfect event.
Alfredo Italian Meatballs
Beef meatballs seasoned with Italian herbs and served warm in an Alfredo cream sauce.
Baby Pulled Pork BBQ Tacos with Dixie Slaw
Mini flour tortillas filled with pork barbeque and seasoned slaw.
Bacon and Spicy Tomato Tarts
Filo tarts filled with queso cheese, crumbled bacon and chili-seasoned tomatoes. Topped with fresh dill pickle relish. Served warm.
Bacon-Wrapped Artichoke Hearts
Whole artichoke hearts wrapped in bacon and served with a tarragon-chive dipping sauce.
Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
Oven-roasted sea scallops wrapped in sliced bacon and served with homemade cocktail sauce.
Baked Brie en Crôute
Soft-ripened wheel of Brie baked in a flaky pastry crust topped with caramelized sugar and toasted pecans.
Baked Brie with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Creamy brie cheese teamed with thyme-scented sun-dried tomatoes. Served warm with water crackers.
Beef Tenderloin Crostini
Herb-seasoned French bread rounds topped with oven-roasted slices of beef tenderloin and zesty horseradish sauce.
Blue Cheese and Walnut Crostini
Danish Blue cheese served on crispy cocktail toast and topped with toasted walnuts.
Blue Cheese and Walnut Torta
Blue cheese and cream paté loaded with toasted English walnut pieces. Served with cocktail crackers.
Bourbon-Pecan Salmon Nuggets
Bite-sized pieces of salmon filet in a bourbon and soy sauce marinade, rolled in toasted pecans and served with a sweet oriental dipping sauce.
Caprese Skewers
Marinated mozzarella cheese, fresh basil leaves and sweet ripened baby tomatoes served on a party pick.
Carolina BBQ Meatballs
Herb-seasoned beef meatballs roasted in tangy barbeque sauce. Served warm with party picks.
Carolina Seafood Dip
Shrimp and crab meat teamed with creamy cheese, fresh herbs and seasonings. Served chilled with crostini or cocktail crackers.
Caviar Tarts
Caviar teamed with classic cream cheese and onion-laced egg salad. Served in crispy phyllo shells.
Cheddar Cheese and Tomato Tea Sandwiches
Open-faced sandwich rounds topped with seasoned sharp Cheddar cheese, sliced tomato and fresh parsley.
Cheddar Paté with Strawberry Conserve
Spicy cheddar Cheese teamed with toasted pecans, fresh herbs and strawberry conserve. Served with cocktail crackers.
Chicken Caesar Crostini
Baguette slices topped with caesar dressed chicken, bacon, sun-dried tomatoes, shaved parmesan cheese and shredded lettuce.
Chicken Salad Tartlets
Homemade tarragon chicken salad, southern-style chicken salad or cranberry-pecan chicken salad served in miniature savory pastry shells.
Chicken Salad Tea Sandwiches
Homemade tarragon chicken salad or cranberry-pecan chicken salad served between crustless slices of sandwich bread.
Chipotle Chicken Mini Tacos
Mini flour tortillas filled with chipotle seasoned chicken, pico de gallo, mango slaw and fresh cilantro. Served warm.
Classic Sausage and Cheddar Balls
Bite-sized morsels of spicy pork sausage teamed with sharp cheddar and cream cheeses. Served warm.
Clemson Blue Cheese Dip
Blue cheese teamed with cream cheese and sour cream and garnished with chopped chives. Served cold or at room temperature with crispy pork rinds.
Cocktail Smokies en Crôute
Beef cocktail franks wrapped in flaky pastry and sprinkled with bagel seasonings.
Cold Poached Salmon with Dill Sauce
Poached salmon fillet served with dill sauce, capers, diced red onion, boiled eggs and cocktail crackers.
Crab Mornay Dip
Crab meat and herbs baked in cream, horseradish and cheese. Served warm with cocktail toasts.
Curried Caribbean Chicken Paté
Chopped chicken breasts teamed with dried cranberries, pineapple, cream cheese, curry, soy, fresh herbs and toasted almonds. Served with crostini or cocktail crackers.
Dilled Egg Salad Tea Sandwiches
Homemade egg salad seasoned with fresh dill served on your choice of sandwich bread.
Firecrackers
Sharp cheddar crackers seasoned with red pepper flakes and herbs. A NEW crowd favorite!
Fresh Fruit Display
Fresh seasonal fruit and berries served with sweetened Chantilly cream. Selection based on finest seasonal ingredients available.
Goat Cheese and Olive Tapenade Paté
Oregano-scented goat cheese spread topped with a caper and olive salad. Served with toasted artisan bread.
Goat Cheese and Pepper Jelly Tarts
Crispy phyllo tarts filled with creamy goat cheese and spicy pepper jelly. Served warm.
Grilled Crab Cake Sliders
Southern-style crab cakes with Old Bay aioli grilled in a homemade cocktail roll.
Grilled Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Petite Cocktail Rolls
Grilled pork tenderloin marinated in Italian herbs and seasonings. Served with petite cocktail rolls and assorted condiments. May also be served as sliders.
Grilled Pulled Pork BBQ Paninis
Grilled cocktail rolls loaded with southern-style pulled pork bbq and a pickle slice.
Grown Up Pigs in a Blanket
Smoked sausage wrapped in puff pastry. Served warm with sweet hot mustard for dipping.
Ham Puffs
Poppy seed-topped puff pastry squares filled with smoked ham, herbs and Swiss cheese salad.
Hummus Tartlets
Phyllo tarts filled with hummus, Feta cheese, cucumber, red bell pepper and Kalamata olives.
Irish Corned Beef Reuben Melts
Toasted cocktail rye topped with savory slow-cooked corned beef, Dijon-scented remoulade sauce, sauerkraut and Swiss cheese.
Italian Marinated Shrimp and Artichoke Hearts
Herb-seasoned shrimp teamed with artichoke hearts, grape tomatoes, black olives and feta cheese.
Italian Sausage and Spicy Tomato Fondue
A combination of sweet Italian sausage, creamy cheese, spicy tomatoes, black olives and herbs. Served warm with tortilla chips.
Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Baked mushroom caps filled with sweet Italian sausage, fresh herbs, tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Jalapeño Cheese Puffs
Puff pastry savories filled with sharp Cheddar cheese and diced jalapeño peppers.
Jalapeño Frittata Bites
Cheddar cheese and eggs teamed with diced jalapeños. Topped with jalapeños and pimentos. Served warm.
Jalapeño-Corn Dip
Savory and spicy melangé of sweet corn, pickled jalapeño peppers, spices and cheeses. Served warm with tortilla chips.
Lima Bean Hummus
Lima beans teamed with lemon and tahini and topped with a preserved lemon drizzle. Served with pita chips.
Marinated Vegetable Platter
Pickled and marinated vegetables. A new twist on the classic Relish Tray!
Mini Pressed Italian Canapés
Mini pastries filled with Italian meats, fresh mozzarella cheese, basil pesto and sun-dried tomatoes.
Mini Quesadillas
Grilled tortilla rounds filled with cheese, jalapeños and cheese or chorizo and cheese.
Mushroom and Gorgonzola Canapés
Phyllo tarts filled with diced mushrooms, fresh herbs and gorgonzola cheese. Served warm.
Mushrooms Burgundy
Whole silver dollar mushrooms simmered for ten hours with herbs in Burgundy wine.
Nacho Bar
Assorted tortilla chips served with salsa, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, southwestern garnishes and accoutrements.
Olivada
Spanish olives teamed with sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, garlic and fresh herbs. Served with toasted bread.
Panini Caprese
Grilled cocktail rolls filled with basil pesto, Campari tomatoes and Mozzarella cheese.
Pecan Cheese Paté
Baked herbed cheese topped with warm pecans sweetened with brown sugar. Served with crackers.
Petite Crab Cakes Beaufort
Crab meat, herbs and seasonings melded into rich patties. Served warm with homemade cocktail sauce and Dijon aioli.
Pork Tenderloin and Pimento Cheese Toasts
Toasted crostini topped with thinly sliced pork tenderloin and homemade pimento cheese. Served at room temperature.
Queso Bar
Tomato and green chile-laced cheese queso sauce. Served warm with scoops or tortilla chips and seasonal accoutrements.
Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Petite Cocktail Rolls
Roasted beef tenderloin served with petite cocktail rolls, chef-made horseradish sauce and Dijon mustard. May also be prepared as sliders.
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Tahini and roasted red peppers teamed with chick peas, fresh lime, herbs and spices. Served with garden crudités or pita chips.
Salmon Mousse Canapés
Savory croustade filled with salmon mousse and topped with capers and fresh dill.
Savory Smoked Salmon Cheesecake
Savory cheesecake of smoked salmon, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese and fresh herbs. Served with cocktail crackers.
Savory Southwestern Cheesecake
Southwestern seasonings teamed with two cheeses, green onions, tomatoes, chilies and black olives and baked into a savory cheesecake. Served with cocktail crackers.
Shrimp and Artichoke Heart Dip
Classic artichoke dip loaded with fresh shrimp. Served with crostini or cocktail crackers.
Shrimp and Chorizo Toasts
Slices of rustic bread topped with fresh shrimp, Spanish-style chorizo sausage and chihuahua cheese.
Shrimp and Sausage Brochettes
Skewered shrimp and smoked sausage topped with dijon-scented cream cheese.
Shrimp Cocktail Canapés
Phyllo tartlets filled with seasoned cream cheese, classic cocktail sauce and topped with shrimp.
Shrimp Taco Ranch Bites
Mini flour tortillas filled with ranch seasoned cream cheese and loaded with shrimp.
Smoked Salmon Terrine
Minced smoked salmon teamed creamy cheese and fresh herbs. Served with cocktail crackers or crostini.
South of the Border Dip
Seasoned refried beans topped with Cheddar cheese, sour cream, diced tomatoes, black olives, jalapeño and green onions. Served with tortilla chips.
Southern-Style Pickled Shrimp
Local shrimp teamed with fresh lemons and sweet onions, pickled in a light vinegar and caper marinade.
Southern-Style Pimento Cheese
Sharp cheddar cheese teamed with piquant pimentos. Served with toasted croutons or cocktail crackers.
Spanakopita Bites
Crispy filo tarts filled with dill-scented spinach, ricotta and feta cheeses. Served warm.
Spicy Cocktail Franks
Beef cocktail smokies slow-cooked in a sweet and spicy mustard-based barbecue sauce.
Spinach and Artichoke Dip Supreme
Chopped spinach, artichoke hearts, pimentos, creamy cheese and fresh herbs teamed with Parmesan cheese. Served warm with cocktail crackers.
Spinach and Artichoke Heart Toasts
French bread slices topped with Parmesan-laced spinach and artichoke hearts teamed with creamy cheese and pimentos.
Spinach and Parmesan Canapés
Seasoned chopped spinach and Parmesan cheese in a bite-sized morsel. Served with your choice of Alfredo sauce or marinara.
Spinach and Water Chestnut Dip
Spinach and chopped water chestnuts teamed with herbs and fresh vegetables in a creamy spread. Served with crudités and cocktail crackers.
Tapenade
Green, black and kalamata olives teamed with herbs, garlic and capers. Served with crosini or cocktail crackers.
Tenderloin Trio
Roasted beef tenderloin, roasted turkey tenderloin and grilled pork tenderloin served with petite cocktail rolls and assorted condiments.
Tuscan Layered Pizza Dip
Layers of Italian herb-seasoned cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, Italian sausage, pepperoni, marinara sauce and black olives. Served warm in a chafing dish with tortilla chips.
Vegetable Croissant Bites
A combination of fresh broccoli, tomato, bell pepper and two cheeses on a croissant pastry crust.