Bacon & Sweet Potato Hash
A wonderful salty-sweet and spicy collaboration, also available as a vegetarian side.
We strive to make Chowgirls a place where people are proud to work. It’s important to us that our employees feel supported and that their voices are heard. From supportive management, Spanish-speaking support staff, and flexible scheduling, to free yoga classes, organized community volunteering, and family meal, It’s important to us that our employees feel supported and their voices are heard. We are committed to paying a living wage. All positions start at $15 an hour with opportunities for growth.
Chowgirls is a women-owned, award-winning Minneapolis catering company that crafts quality food with respect for people and the planet by sourcing ethically, collaborating on food rescue, and prioritizing waste diversion. We pride ourselves in leading the way in seasonal fare, thoughtful hospitality, standout experiences, and sustainable solutions. Beyond our catering, we also prepare meals through Minnesota Central Kitchen to feed our community in need.
V - Vegetarian VV - Vegan GF - Gluten Free DF - Dairy Free
* We are looking forward to getting back to events. As always we are focused on sourcing locally and sustainably, and continue to hone our menu to bring you the best of the Chowgirls classics. If there is something you are looking for and are not able to find, please ask your Event Specialist!
– food minimums may apply –
A wonderful salty-sweet and spicy collaboration, also available as a vegetarian side.
GFDFA selection of sweet and savory fresh baked bagels accompanied by a sweet, a savory, and a plain cream cheese.
VAn assortment of chef's choice house-made mini breakfast pastries, such as sweet and savory scones, muffins, turnovers, madeleines, cinnamon rolls and palmiers. Minimum of 24.
The Joy of Cooking classic - baked layers of egg, artisan bread, organic spinach, mushrooms and melty cheeses, with or without sausage.
2oz. yogurt, Organic mixed berries topped with our house-made granola. Served in a small glass jar.
VFull Service Only
Greek yogurt, Organic mixed berries topped with our house-made granola. Served in a small glass jar.
VA gluten-free organic egg dish with seasonal veggies and cheeses - with or without sausage.
VGFTropical or seasonal fruits, beautifully and bountifully displayed.
VVGFHandmade in our kitchen and individually parchment-wrapped, these crunchy breakfast snacks are packed with seeds, nuts, and organic oats.
VGFThick-cut bacon, breakfast sausage and ham all from local, sustainable farms.
GFDFLarry Schultz chicken sausage, seasoned in house served in patties and links.
GFDFThe Joy of Cooking classic - baked layers of egg, artisan bread, organic spinach, mushrooms, melty cheeses and sausage.
A gluten-free organic egg dish with seasonal veggies and cheeses - with or without sausage.
GFClassic pastry made fresh in-house using seasonal, organic and local ingredients. Sweet or savory, minimum of one dozen of any one variety.
VOur chef adds seasonal and delicious fillings to our classic quiche formula with a buttery crust. With or without meat.
Classic pastries made fresh daily in-house using seasonal, organic and local ingredients. Sweet or savory, minimum one dozen of any one variety.
VClassic pastries made fresh daily in-house using seasonal, organic and local ingredients. Sweet or savory, minimum one dozen of any one variety.
VWhole organic fruits such as banana, orange, and apple.
VVGFLocal vanilla yogurt to enjoy with organic granola.
V– minimum 24 servings, unless otherwise noted –
Crisp apple, Spanish Manchego, and organic spinach on a toasted ciabatta bun with lemon aioli. V
VCrispy bacon, sticky filling and pecans in a bite-sized shell.
Sticky-sweet chicken thigh, brined, overnight, grilled, and tossed in Triple Crown BBQ sauce.
GFFull Service Only
Savory spiced grass-fed beef Somali hand pie, in a folded and fried dough. Served with cilantro chutney.
Full Service Only
Grass-fed Peterson beef tenderloin, herb rubbed, grilled medium rare and sliced thin served on a soft bun with horseradish aioli & pickled red onion.
Full Service Only
Shepherd's Way blue cheese and Ames Farm honey on bite-size buttery wine biscuits, topped with Marcona almonds and a roasted grape.
VFull Service Only
Wisconsin raised bison and Moroccan spices served with a cool and creamy cilantro-yogurt chutney.
Chicken from Larry Schultz brined overnight in a secret recipe of spices and brown sugar, finished with Hope Creamery butter.
GFTiny skewers of fresh mozzarella, organic cherry tomato, and fresh basil. Available June through September.
VGFFull Service Only
Bite-size classic crab cake with scallion and lemon zest served with a red pepper remoulade.
DFOne bite pork and beef meatball in a Korean-inspired ginger-garlic soy glaze. Minimum of 50 servings.
A one-bite meatball in a spicy coconut-milk yellow curry sauce. Minimum of 50 servings.
Full Service Only
Our chef creates unforgettable combinations atop a crispy toast bite.
VDFLocal organic eggs, classically "deviled" with an array of creative toppings. Available in quantities of 18 or 25
GFDFFlank steak rubbed in fresh herbs, grilled, sliced and skewered, served with chimichurri sauce.
GFDFSeasonal bite-size fruits on a bamboo skewer.
VVGFThin-sliced Peterson smoked ham and whipped Brie with Hope butter on crunchy baguette. Simply the best.
Full Service Only
Sweet Heirloom tomatoes, chopped with fresh local basil and served atop our garlic-rubbed crostini. Available June through September.
VVSavory spiced lentil Somali hand pie, in a folded and fried dough. Served with cilantro chutney.
VVDFGrilled portobello mushrooms and artichoke hearts with pesto, herbed chevre, red onion, and spinach on grilled ciabatta roll. V, can be made vegan
VLocal & seasonal vegetables on a 2-bite skewer, served with saffron aioli, or tarragon aioli. (Balsamic reduction upon request VV)
VVGFThai-seasoned Larry Schultz chicken with cucumber salad and peanut sauce.
GFDFFirm organic tofu, marinated in coconut milk, curry, and lime. Grilled and served house-made with pickles and peanut sauce.
VVGFFull Service Only
Crisp and buttery polenta cakes topped with our chef's choice, best of the season cheeses and vegetables.
VGFGrilled shrimp skewered with chef's-choice peak-of-season vegetable paired with a harmonizing house-made sauce.
GFDFHoney Five-Spice Almonds, Southern Spiced Pecans, and Lemon Rosemary Cashews. V, GF
VGFPoached tail-on shrimp, served chilled with assorted clever cocktail sauces.
GFDFFull Service Only
An earthy, Tuscan-style tapenade served with local chevre & crostini.
VSweet and spicy pickled pepper stuffed with seasoned sweet potato.
VVGFHouse-roasted local turkey breast with our fresh tarragon aioli, white cheddar & fresh greens, served on multigrain bread.
Lemon brine chicken grilled to perfection with rosemary butter.
GF– minimum 12 servings, unless otherwise noted –
A beautiful assortment of seasoned nuts, olives, tapenades, Shepherd's Way Friesago, with Red Table Meat's: Coppa, Big Chet's fennel and garlic salami, and La Quercia proscuito. Served with crackers.
GFDFOrganic vegetables in their natural state, served with our signature sundried tomato and green goddess dips.
VGFMade from scratch in our kitchen with caramelized onions, sour cream, and fresh herbs, served with kettle chips.
VGFTropical or seasonal fruits, beautifully and bountifully displayed.
VVGFChefs choice of assorted seasonal hummus', plattered with organic vegetables, served with house-made pita.
VVVGFDFFull Service Only
Herb-crusted Peterson pork tenderloin grilled to perfection, sliced thin, and served with dried cherry-sage marmalade, tarragon aioli, and whole-grain crostini.
GFDFAssortment of pickled seasonal vegetables served with crackers.
VVVGFA rich seasonal gratin of local chard and Wisconsin-made Maple Leaf smoked Gouda cheese, served with baguette. Minimum of 30 servings.
V– minimum 12 servings –
Fabulous local cheeses from our friends and neighbors. Garnished with fresh or dried fruit as seasonally appropriate. Served with assorted crackers. V, GF
VGF– minimum 12 servings –
Our signature salad! Fresh or dried seasonal fruit, ginger pecans, goat cheese and balsamic vinaigrette atop mixed greens.
VGFFull Service Only
Heirloom tomatoes, red bell peppers, garden cucumbers, capers, and sliced red onion tossed with croutons in a champagne vinaigrette and fresh herbs.
VVGFBaby kale & fresh-picked dill in our classic herbed green goddess dressing with a sprinkling of house-made everything bagel seasoning.
VGFBowtie pasta tossed in a fresh pesto-mayo dressing with green peas, pine nuts, lemon, and grated Parmesan.
VSeasonal organic greens and vegetables, tossed with balsamic vinaigrette.
VVGFRed pepper, celery, and green onion with cubed sweet potatoes in a honey-mustard vinaigrette.
VVGF– minimum 6 servings –
Locally baked baguette, house-made focaccia and seeded lavash, served with whipped fresh-herb Hope Creamery butter. V
VOrganic cabbage, carrots, and scallions in not-too-sweet dressing, topped with sunflower seeds.
VGFSide of 1 piece of toasted baguette, lightly brushed with olive oil, sprinkled with salt and pepper.
VVVDFSecret recipe corn bread. Plain or Jalapeno served with honey or Jalapeno butter.
VA divinely cheesy polenta-style casserole featuring Wisconsin cheddar and a touch of garlic.
VGFCreamy and delicious Dakota Growers pasta with house-made local cheese sauce.
VWhipped organic potatoes loaded with Hope Creamery butter and local cream.
VGFOur signature side. Simple grilled and roasted seasonal vegetables, including carrots, beets, and other farmers market finds. Served room temp with tarragon aioli, saffron aioli, or balsamic reduction.
VVGFOrganic skin-on potatoes roasted with whole garlic cloves, kosher salt, and fresh rosemary.
VVGFButternut or carnival in the fall and winter. Zucchini or patty pan in the summer. The best of the season's harvest, simply roasted in olive oil, salt and pepper.
VVGFRoasted red potatoes with sumac and fresh dill, tossed with grilled red onions and a side of our house-made tzatziki. V, GF, VV upon request
VVVGFDF– minimum 6 servings –
Crisp apple, Spanish Manchego, and organic spinach on a toasted ciabatta bun with lemon aioli. Also available in mini. V
VThin-sliced Peterson smoked ham and whipped Brie with Hope butter on crunchy baguette. Simply the best. Also available in mini.
Grilled portobello mushrooms and artichoke hearts with pesto, herbed chevre, red onion, and spinach on grilled ciabatta roll. V, can be made vegan.
VHouse-roasted local turkey breast with our fresh tarragon aioli, white cheddar & fresh greens, served on multigrain bread. Also available in mini.
– minimum 6 servings –
Grilled eggplant over pearl couscous, with organic roasted vegetables and red pepper almond sauce.
VVFree-range locally raised chicken from Larry Schultz Farm brined overnight in a secret recipe of spices and brown sugar, finished with Hope Creamery butter.
GFFree-range locally raised chicken from Larry Schultz Farm brined overnight. Grilled with charred lemon and rosemary lemon butter.
GFLarry Schultz organic chicken brined overnight in a secret recipe of spices and brown sugar, finished with Hope Creamery butter.
GFOrganic free-range locally raised chicken from Larry Schultz Farm finished lemon-rosemary butter and charred lemon.
GFA beautiful filet finished in the oven with lemon-dill butter.
GFA beautiful filet with miso-maple glaze.
Bright seasonal pesto with lemon, local cheeses and toasted nuts tops our salmon filet grilled to perfection.
GFKiller recipe with fresh seasonal organic vegetables, chevre, ricotta, and Pecorino cheeses in a fire-roasted tomato sauce. V
VFull Service Only
Herb-rubbed, sustainably-raised pork roasted or grilled to perfection, sliced thin, and served with dried cherry-sage marmalade.
GFDFThe best you ever had - except maybe your own mother's - grass-fed beef brisket braised all day with carrots, celery, and onion, served with horseradish creme fraiche on the side.
GFDFFull Service Only
Grilled salmon topped with a bright seasonal pesto, pearl couscous and seasonal farm vegetables.
Full Service Only
Tender local, Peterson Farm's grass-fed beef, herb-rubbed, grilled medium rare. Served sliced with chimichurri sauce.
GFDFFull Service Only
Organic pork tenderloin, herb rubbed, grilled medium-rare, sliced, and served with mashed potatoes, grilled vegetables, and seasonal béarnaise.
GFOrganic Portobello caps stuffed with brown rice, chickpea crumble, served over braised greens and curried carrot puree.
VVGFFull Service Only
Grilled local chicken, charred lemon and rosemary, with heirloom tomato panzanella and crisp green beans.
Full Service Only
Peterson Farm's grass-fed Sirloin, grilled medium rare, sliced and served with chilled French potato salad, and roasted seasonal local vegetables with fresh herb chimichurri.
GFDFFirm organic tofu marinated and baked in a lemon-rosemary vinaigrette.
VVGF– food minimums may apply –
Our Pastry Chef's seasonal creations baked fresh daily. GF options available.
VChef's choice bite-size desserts, options include cheesecakes, cream puffs, pate de fruit, truffles, macaroons, tartlets, petite vessel desserts, and more! 2 pieces per portion.
VAn assortment of brownies, cookies, and bars made in-house.
VPurposefully simple & optionally sharable. Traditional flavors and a yeasty egg-and-butter brioche dough. Available by the dozen. Curate your specific options based on availability, or let Chowgirls choose amazing varieties for your event.
Beautiful creations made in-house.
VBeautiful creations made in-house.
VFull size house-made organic cookies baked fresh daily. Gluten free and vegan options available.
VHouse-made mini organic cookies baked fresh daily. Gluten free and vegan options available.
VChowgirls buttery crust in seasonal varieties: local Dutch apple, organic pumpkin, cherry spice, derby, French silk, chocolate truffle, strawberry rhubarb, lemon chess, triple berry, peach, lemon meringue. Serves 8.
VClassic cake with buttercream frosting. Chocolate or vanilla, 1 layer. available in 1/4 sheet 24 servings, or 1/2 sheet 48 servings.
VLayered cakes made in-house by our pastry chef using organic and seasonal ingredients.
VHand-crafted by our in-house pastry chef, seasonal varieties including: strawberry, raspberry swirl, snickers, lemon-berry, pumpkin, apple crisp, bourbon creme, crème brûlée, and more. 10” cakes, 12 slices.
V– minimum 12 servings –
Ice-cold cans of locally brewed coffee.
Flavored by nature, and always free of caffeine. Assorted flavors.
Chowgirls is pleased to partner with our friends at Peace Coffee to offer fair-trade organic roasts from small farms. Minimum of 24 servings.
A variety of black, herbal and green teas from Rishi Tea in Milwaukee with all the accoutrements.
Fresh lime juice and mango puree mixed with sparkling soda and minty simple syrup. Garnished with fresh mint leaves.
Organic self-serve, displayed in a beverage tureen.
* Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. *