A Passion for CookingIn the last half-year, BeachFire Grill hired Chef Cathy McNight to revolutionize their catering repertoire. A veteran of 20 years, who used to own her own catering business named, “What a Dish”, Chef Cathy has a passion for catering that is contagious.
“Food is such an important part of our lives,” she shares. “You feed people’s souls as well as their tummies. We enjoy being a part of people’s celebrations.”
BeachFire Grill, who commands quite a crowd on Saturday nights, is rapidly expanding. Owned by artist, Dave Donaldson, it has a new 2nd location in Ladera Ranch, and their 3rd location is anticipated to open on the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course in July 2007. A huge commitment was made to their catering business by designing a food and beverage site large enough to seat 200 for corporate events and weddings at the golf course. They will also continue to cater events at the venue of your choice.
Chef Cathy, who is used to working with people from all walks of lives, enjoyed working with celebrities and their bodyguards when she owned “What a dish”. She echoes the sentiment offered by the previous two caterers: “We will do as much or as little as needed. We’ll handle the rentals, florals, full-bar, upgraded linens, etc. Have a cocktail, relax and we will handle all the details.”
Due to its size, BeachFire Grill offers the opportunity for promotion within its organization. Cathy enjoys teaching her young protégés, and is promoting a young chef who has worked with her since she was 17. Now, 22, this young woman, who has put herself through culinary school, will soon become banquet manager.
Favorite menu items include the avocado wraps, coconut shrimp with spicy dipping sauce, macadamia encrusted fishes and Caribbean skirt steak. New recipes are currently being tested in the BeachFire kitchens.
“When designing a menu for an event, we can work around allergies, do custom sauces, change recipes, whatever is needed to make your event a success,” said Chef Cathy.
Life is a celebration. Put your fate in the hands of any of these three caterers and you’ll have a group of people behind you that will do everything to bring you peace of mind and help you host a successful event. Bon appetit!
