New Concept of a Catering Boutique
Now you have another option for lunch or dinner! All the unique food items that La Villette is famous for are now available in our wonderful catering boutique. We are conveniently open from Monday to Friday from 10:30 am to 6:30 pm and on Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. We invite you to swing by to pick up a delicious sandwich, a healthy salad, homemade preserves and great desserts for your next meal!
You can check online our take away gourmet food menu! The hot dishes require a day in advance notice. Ordering is easy! You can either call us at 713.521.7550 or email josephina@lavillettecatering.com to place your order!
Homemade International Preserves
Our homemade preserves are created by drawing heavily on our South American roots, but are also influenced by other flavors from around the world. Use them to enhance poultry, meats, cheeses, breads and desserts! We use only the finest natural ingredients and spices.
Jellys, Marmalades & Sauces
- Spanish Quince Jelly
- Apricot & Raspberry Marmalade
- Classic Raspberry Marmalade
- Peach & Raspberry Marmalade
- Plum & Cardamom Marmalade
- Fall Cranberry Sauce
$4.00 3.75 oz. Jar
$6.00 6 oz. Jar
Available for pick-up everyday
Chutneys & Compotes
- Dried Apricot Chutney
- Plum & Cardamom Chutney
- Spanish Quince Compote
- Sugar Fig Compote
- Summer Peach Compote
$8.00 6 oz. Jar
$11.00 10 oz. Jar
Available for pick-up everyday
Pâtisserie
Our baked goods are smaller versions of cupcakes, party cakes and tarts that can be served at special occasions with your family and friends. You will experience typical Argentine and European style pâtisserie with simple flavors and textures through premium ingredients. Depending on your menu selections, some goodies are available for pick-up everyday and others require 1 or 2 days in advance notice.
Mini Cupcakes
Our mini cupcakes are specially made to have as a dessert or with a cup of tea. We decorate them with minimal decorations in pastel colors according to the theme celebration!
- Chocolate Cupcake
- Chocolate Vanilla Cupcake
- Red Velvet Cupcake
- Vanilla Cupcake
$1.75 each
Best served at room temperature
Orders to be placed 2 days in advance
Individual Mini Tarts
Mini tarts are the tiny versions of large fruit pies. A great option for dessert or snack presented in small paper cups easy to eat!
- Apple with Walnuts
- Blackberry Marmalade
- European-Style Baked Plum
- Fresh Strawberry
- Rich Lemon Curd
- Pear Frangipane
- Pecan
- Raspberry Marmalade
$2.00 each
Keep them refrigerated and remove 30 min before serving
Orders to be placed 1 day in advance
Tea Confections
Small brownie and pound cake trays to pick up by our catering boutique – no pre-ordering is required. They are ready to be sliced in small or medium size bites for small gatherings!
Brownie Trays
- Dark Chocolate Brownie
- White Chocolate with Raspberry Brownie
$18.00 each tray
Serves 12 people
Available for pick-up everyday
Pound Cake Trays
- Chocolate Chip Pound Cake
- Lemon Pound Cake
$15.00 each tray
Serves 12 people
Available for pick-up everyday
Small Party Cakes & Tarts
Our small cakes and tarts are great for entertaining at home or as a gift when you are invited to a friend’s house! We emphasize in simple and delicious flavors in all our confections.
- Lemon Chiffon Pie: This tart has a light and fluffy lemon filling with a tender buttery crust.
$22.00
Size 9-inches / Serves 8-10
Keep this cake refrigerated and remove 30 min before serving
Orders to be placed 2 days in advance - Meringue Cake: Two layers of chocolate or vanilla cake filled with meringue, crème chantilly, chocolate mousse and dulce de leche covered with Italian meringue.
$28.00
Size 6-inches / Serves 6-8
Keep this cake refrigerated and remove 30 min before serving
Orders to be placed 2 days in advance - Pumpkin Cake: A larger version of our popular "holiday bread" with in-house prepared pumpkin purée, prunes and pecans topped with a cheesecake frosting.
$18.00
Size 7-inches / Serves 6-8
Best served at room temperature
Orders to be placed 2 days in advance - Strawberry Tart: Pie filled with sweet and tart layers of dulce de leche, cream and strawberries covered with strawberry gelatin on top in a crispy crust.
$24.00
Size 9-inches / Serves 8-10
Best kept refrigerated before serving
Orders to be placed 2 days in advance
Take Away Gourmet Food
These family recipes are prepared at our catering kitchen for you to enjoy! We have a set menu for take-out hot food which you can order the day before. These dishes are wonderful to have for lunch or dinner at home.
Soup Choices
We cater to a great variety of tastes! Our soup choices include winter warming pottages and classic consommés. You can either order for pick-up and have the soup right away or keep it in the freezer up to 3 months!
- Italian Ribollita Soup Like a Minestrone with Beans Instead of Pasta $8.50
- Leek and Potato Soup $8.00
- Typical Argentine Chicken Soup with Peas, Corn, Diced Squash and Acini di Pepe Tiny Pasta $9.50
32 oz. Container / Serves 2 people
Orders to be placed 1 day in advance
Hot Dishes
The food is easily reheatable in microwave or regular ovens – the instructions come with each dinner. You may also freeze our food up to 3 months if necessary.
- Arrosto Beef Braised in Red Wine with a Rice Pilaf $9.50
- Boneless Chicken Breasts with Tomatoes and Onions $7.00
- Homemade Lasagna a la Bolognese $8.00
- Crêpes Filled with Spinach Cream Topped with a Bechamel Sauce $6.00
Orders to be placed 1 day in advance
Gourmet Salads
- Caesar Salad: Crisp Romaine Hearts Tossed with Croutons and Grated Parmesan Cheese. Caesar Salad Dressing $6.00
- Chicken & Tuna: One Scoop of each Chicken and Tuna Salad on a Bed of Romaine Lettuce with Grape Tomatoes $7.25
- Greek Salad: Grilled Chicken Breast with Romaine Lettuce, Grape Tomatoes, Roasted Bell Peppers, Red Onion Rings, Black Olives and Feta Cheese. Red Wine Vinaigrette $8.25
- La Villette Salad: Grilled Chicken Breast with Baby Greens, Dried Mangoes and Ginger Scented Pecans. La Villette Vinaigrette $8.50
- Summer Salad: Grilled Chicken Breast with Romaine Lettuce, Dates, Pecan Crusted Goat Cheese and Ginger Scented Pecans. Balsamic Vinaigrette $8.75
- Super Chef Salad: Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Ham and Turkey Breast, Grape Tomatoes, Cheddar Cheese and Hard Boiled Eggs. Red Wine Vinaigrette $8.25
- Winter Salad: Baby Spinach with Slices of Filet Mignon, Hard Boiled Eggs, Mushrooms, Bacon and Chunky Blue Cheese. Blue Cheese Dressing $8.95
Available for pick-up everyday
Panini "Tostados"
The traditional Italian grilled sandwiches are the perfect combination for a casual lunch or light supper. Our Panini are made with grilled thin crustless breads and filled with simple slices of meats, cheeses and vegetables.
- Ham, Swiss and Provolone Cheeses with Slices of Fresh Tomatoes, Mustard and Mayonnaise on Thin White Crustless Bread $4.25
- Feta Cheese, Wild Mushrooms and Baby Spinach with Dijon Mustard on Thin Dark Crustless Bread $3.95
- Salami, Provolone Cheese and Arugula on Thin White Crustless Bread $4.50
Available for pick-up everyday
Sandwich Options
- American Tuna Fish: Tuna Salad with Lettuce, Tomatoes and Mayonnaise on Honey Flax Bread $5.95
- Filet Mignon: Oven-Roasted Filet Mignon, Swiss Cheese, Caramelized Red Onions and Portobello Mushrooms with Dijon Mustard and Mayonnaise on Whole Wheat Bread $7.95
- In-House Roasted Turkey: Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast with Cranberry Mayonnaise, Lettuce, Tomatoes and Provolone Cheese on Whole Wheat Bread $6.95
- Lemon Chicken Salad: Oven-Roasted Lemon Mayonnaise Chicken Salad with Golden Raisins, Capers, Grated Carrots and Lettuce on Sourdough Bread $6.65
- Mediterranean Veggies: Grilled Vegetables with Lemon Mayonnaise, Eggplant, Zucchini, Red Bell Peppers, Portobello Mushrooms and Feta Cheese on Whole Wheat Bread $6.25
- Pastrami Deli: Pastrami and Swiss Cheese with Dijon Mustard and Sliced Pickles on Honey Flax Bread $6.65
- Traditional Ham & Cheese: Ham and Swiss Cheese with Mayo, Lettuce and Tomatoes on German Dark Bread $5.95