Savory Valentine's Day Menu

Valentine's Day can sometimes seem like a celebration of sugar, along with the holiday season we just ended. At Halloween you will find us doing 101 things with pumpkin and squash. Fast forward to Valentine’s Day - savory over sugar is so our style! At Rasberrys we say everything in moderation, eat your veggies and eat real food made from whole food ingredients. If you are looking for ways to celebrate with loved ones on this upcoming holiday of love, search Google for “savory”. Who says sugar is the only way say “I love you?” Here’s to a savory (and maybe spicy) holiday!

Valentine’s like a rasberry

1. Warm Brie w/ Cranberry Chutney & Jalapeno Crackers

2. Roasted Strawberries w/ Balsamic & Honey Ricotta on Grilled Ciabatta Crustini

3. Spiced Popcorn to enjoy while watching a Rom-Com

4. Heart Shaped chicken pot pies, pizza or calzones (as realistic as this can be pulled off)

5. Shrimp & Crab Cocktail

6. Creamy or Classic Marinara & Pasta w/ Long Noodles (think Lady and the Tramp)

7. Crab or Seafood Cakes

8. Grilled Flatbread Pizzas

9. Crustless Quiche with Spinach, Tomato & Feta

10. Think Red: Tomatoes, Strawberries, Cherries, Pomegranates, Rasberries, Cranberries, Red Bell Peppers, Red Chile Peppers, Radishes, etc.

A Sun Valley icon closes the doors

Cristina you will be missed. Your cozy space, brunch on the patio, catered food and cakes will now be memories from the past 28 years. It was a pleasure working with you and your staff side by side at so many functions. You did it all and two fabulous cookbooks to boot! We wish you all the best in your future ventures.

Arrivederci Cristina!

Rasberrys Holiday Party Planning Tips

The Holiday Season is a wonderful time of year when friends and family come together.  We love that many of you invite us into your homes to make these gatherings special.  In our 15 years of catering in Sun Valley, we have learned a thing or two about party planning.  Here are our tips to help make your events flawless.

1. Call Rasberrys! Dial 208-726-0606. See what we can do for you, then you can plan from there!
2. Rasberrys always has take and bake cookies on hand! Think how good the house will smell and no one will even know you "cheated"...
3. Housemade chips, salsa and guacamole are readily available and always a fave.
4. Make ahead...A simple plate with brie and Rasberry's chutney or jam with crackers, spiced popcorn or nuts with Rasberry's spice seasonings (think "everything bagel"), jalapeno ranch, classic ranch or green goddess.  Hummus and Rasberry's homemade pita, feta and mixed olives with olive oil, orange peel and z'aatar spice mix. --Remember it doesn't hurt to ask others to bring these items.  
5. Set the table with candles and pine cones or branches from outside or cuttings from a local florist.  Simple arrangements are easy and fun too--think single stems or just greens.
6. Ask others to bring their own wine/drinks
7. Do rent wine glasses and dishes if needed.  They are cheap and it saves the environment from plastic and not so many dishes to do.
8. Use a cooler filled with snow and put outside as storage for cold drinks.
9. Set up a playlist for music on your phone.  Keep it neutral.
10. Pre-arrange "DD" transportation to and from--think Uber, local shuttles or taxis...