Frigid temperatures, snowfall, and ice will be the norm for much of North America for the next few months, which has led catering companies and restaurants to offer menu items inspired by the season. From on-theme desserts and cocktails to inventive, upgraded takes on signature comfort dishes, here's a look at winter-friendly catering ideas from restaurants and catering companies in the U.S. and Canada.
Siphon Soup Station
Photo: Krysta Boehm
Boston Hot Chocolate Experience
Photo: Courtesy of Met Back Bay
Make Your Own Spud Bar
Photo: Tony Clark
Black Garlic Short Rib
Photo: Courtesy of Daniel et Daniel
Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup
Photo: Courtesy of Publico Street Bistro & Garden
White Out Doughnut
Photo: Courtesy of Fractured Prune
Chinese Street Crepes
Photo: Paul Wagtouicz
Spiced Red Sangria
Photo: Tara Woodall
Winter Caprese
Photo: Courtesy of Fig Catering
Japanese Rice Hot Pot
Photo: Courtesy of Zuma Las Vegas
Burning History Cocktail
Photo: Courtesy of Zuma Las Vegas
Barbecue Pork Sticky Buns
Photo: Jeffrey Gurwin
Cozy Sweater Cocktail
Photo: Courtesy of Aurora Inn Dining Room
Coconut Milk Eggnog Cocktail
Photo: Courtesy of Merriman's Waimea
Apple Crumb Cheesecake
Photo: Courtesy of L-eat Catering
Muir’s Medley
Photo: Courtesy of P.S. Kitchen