How to Build a Better Catering Menu with Boar's Head® | Central Florida Foodservice Guide

Premium ingredients. Creative recipes. Less stress for your kitchen.

 

 

When it comes to catering, every event is an opportunity to make a lasting impression. Whether you’re serving a corporate luncheon, wedding reception, golf tournament, or holiday gathering, guests remember one thing more than anything else, the food.

The best catering menus aren’t always the most elaborate. They’re built around high-quality ingredients that are easy for kitchens to prepare, travel well, and consistently deliver exceptional flavor.

At Infinity Provisions, we’ve seen firsthand how Boar’s Head® products help chefs create memorable catering menus without adding unnecessary complexity to the back of house.

Start with Proteins That Do More Than Fill a Sandwich

 

 

Boar’s Head® premium meats aren’t limited to deli sandwiches. Many of their Foodservice recipes show how the same products can be transformed into elevated catering dishes that fit everything from casual buffets to upscale events.

Some standout options include:

  • EverRoast® Chicken in Cobb Salads and Grain Bowls
  • PitCraft® Turkey for hearty sliders and sandwich stations
  • Sweet B’s® Honey Barbeque Glazed Chicken for pasta salads, sliders, and hot buffet entrées
  • FireSmith® Flame Grilled Chicken in dips, wraps, and fresh salads

 

Using versatile proteins allows your kitchen to purchase fewer products while creating a menu that feels much larger.


Crowd Favorites with an Elevated Twist

Guests gravitate toward familiar foods, but they appreciate thoughtful upgrades.

Instead of a traditional sandwich tray, consider offering:

  • Sweet B’s® Honey Barbeque Glazed Chicken Sliders
  • PitCraft® Turkey Picnic Sliders
  • Bold Blackened Turkey Muffaletta Sliders
  • SmokeMaster® Black Forest Ham Biscuit Sandwiches

 

These recipes offer recognizable flavors with premium ingredients that help your catering menu stand apart.


Portion Planning Made Simple

 

Successful catering isn’t just about flavor, it’s about consistency.

Premium Boar’s Head® meats and cheeses slice consistently, making portion control easier while helping chefs build attractive sandwich platters, slider trays, and charcuterie displays with less waste. Consistent portions also make food costs more predictable across every event.


Presentation Sells the Experience

People eat with their eyes first.

Boar’s Head’s recipe collection highlights several catering-friendly presentations that are perfect for buffets, cocktail hours, and grazing tables, including:

  • Charcuterie Cones
  • Hummus & Charcuterie Boards
  • Snack Boards
  • Slider Displays
  • Sandwich Trays

These concepts create visual impact while remaining practical for large events.


Choose Foods That Hold Their Quality

 

One of the biggest challenges in catering is maintaining quality throughout service.

Recipes like grain bowls, Cobb salads, sliders, sandwich trays, pasta salads, and charcuterie displays are designed to maintain their flavor and appearance during service, making them excellent choices for weddings, business lunches, and banquet events.


Our Top 5 Boar’s Head® Picks for Catering Menus

 

Whether you’re serving 20 guests or 2,000, these Boar’s Head® products offer the versatility, consistency, and premium quality that catering kitchens depend on.

1. EverRoast® Oven Roasted Chicken Breast

 

A chef favorite for its clean flavor and versatility. Use it in:

  • Gourmet sandwich platters
  • Cobb salads
  • Grain bowls
  • Wraps
  • Flatbreads
  • Pasta salads

Why we love it: It’s one of the easiest proteins to cross-utilize across multiple menu categories, helping reduce inventory while expanding your offerings.


2. Bold PitCraft® Slow Smoked Turkey Breast

 

Slow smoked for rich, authentic barbecue flavor without additional prep.

Perfect for:

  • Slider stations
  • Gourmet sandwiches
  • Buffet carving displays
  • Picnic-style catering
  • Hot sandwich bars

Why we love it: It delivers bold flavor that feels handcrafted while saving valuable prep time in the kitchen.


3. Sweet B’s® Honey Barbeque Glazed Chicken Breast

 

Sweet, smoky, and incredibly versatile.

Great for:

  • BBQ sliders
  • Wraps
  • Loaded baked potatoes
  • Mac & cheese bars
  • Flatbreads
  • Pasta salads

Why we love it: It gives chefs an easy way to offer trending barbecue flavors with minimal labor.


4. SmokeMaster® Black Forest Ham

 

Naturally smoked with a rich, savory flavor that complements breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus.

Ideal for:

  • Breakfast biscuit sandwiches
  • Croissant platters
  • Hawaiian sliders
  • Charcuterie boards
  • Hot buffet stations

Why we love it: It’s a true all-day protein that performs well in both hot and cold applications.


5. Vermont Cheddar Cheese

 

No catering spread is complete without a premium cheese.

Serve it on:

  • Charcuterie boards
  • Sandwich trays
  • Burger bars
  • Mac & cheese stations
  • Grazing tables

Why we love it: Its rich, sharp flavor pairs beautifully with a wide variety of Boar’s Head® meats and adds a premium touch to any display.


Bringing It All Together

Great catering menus aren’t built by adding more items; they’re built by choosing versatile, premium ingredients that work across multiple applications. With Boar’s Head® products, chefs can create memorable sandwiches, fresh salads, elegant charcuterie boards, hearty sliders, and buffet favorites while keeping preparation efficient and food quality consistent.

At Infinity Provisions, we’re proud to help chefs throughout Central Florida bring these menu ideas to life. From product recommendations and recipe inspiration to dependable local delivery, our team is here to help you create catering menus that keep guests coming back for more.

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