MISE | Catering Menu

Rooted in the French phrase mise en place, ‘everything in its place,’ MISE embodies a philosophy of preparation and purpose.

“AT MISE WE DON’T JUST CATER, WE CRAFT MOMENTS THAT SPARK NOSTALGIA WITH CREATIVITY.”

- CHEF DANNY ELMALEH

MISE is a chef-driven, full-service catering experience founded on the philosophy of mise en place — the belief that thoughtful preparation is the foundation of a seamless, elevated event. Designed for everything from intimate dinners to immersive brand activations and large-scale gatherings, MISE approaches catering as an extension of the overall experience, where food, atmosphere, and flow are intentionally aligned.

Each event is executed with precision, adaptability, and care, pairing globally inspired, seasonally driven menus with refined presentation and understated hospitality. Through close collaboration with clients, venues, and production teams, MISE delivers experiences that feel immersive, effortless, and memorable — where every detail has purpose and nothing is left to chance.

DANNY ELMALEH

Chef Danny Elmaleh is a Los Angeles based chef celebrated for blending his Moroccan, Japanese, and Mediterranean heritage into vibrant, modern cuisine. A passionate storyteller through food, Danny’s cooking embodies his multicultural heritage and is the inspiration behind his new catering venture, MISE by Chef Danny Elmaleh.

“MISE IS DEEPLY PERSONAL TO ME. IT’S A REFLECTION OF EVERYWHERE I’VE COOKED AND EVERYTHING I’VE LEARNED THROUGH FOOD”

- DANNY ELMALEH

Growing up between Israel and Japan, Danny developed a deep appreciation for food as a reflection of culture and daily life.

Born to a Moroccan father and Japanese mother, Danny was immersed in two rich culinary traditions from an early age. His father, a chef and restaurateur, introduced him to mediterranean flavors, while his mother prepared Japanese classics and mastered Moroccan recipes passed down through generations. He speaks english, Japanese, and Hebrew fluently, a reflection of his multicultural upbringing and worldview.

GRAZING TABLES

CHARCUTERIE

meat: prosciutto, capicola, salami, mortadella, hot coppa

fruit: melons, grapes, citrus

marinated olives, marcona almonds, sweet peppers, cornichons, mostarda crackers, olive bread, fruit bread

CHEESE

cheese: brie, manchego, herb chèvre, parmesan chunks, fontina

fruit: melons, grapes, citrus, dried fruit

GRAND CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE

cheese: brie, manchego, parmesan chunks, fontina

meat: prosciutto, capicola, salami, mortadella

fruit: melons, grapes, citrus, dried fruit

marinated olives, marcona almonds, sweet peppers, cornichons, mostarda crackers, olive bread, fruit bread

BRESAOLA & FRUIT

air-dried bresaola

fruit: melons, grapes, citrus

marinated olives, marcona almonds, sweet peppers, cornichons crackers, olive bread

MAKI SUSHI

choice of four

sesame seaweed salad, edamame, pickled ginger

vegetable rolls, california roll, spicy tuna, spicy salmon, crunch roll, dragon roll, dynamite roll

CREATE YOUR OWN GRAZING TABLE

korean kimchi noodles

chinese smashed

cucumber salad

edamame w/ sea salt

vegetable summer rolls w/ hoisin dip & peanut

dip

japanese arare assortment

spicy salmon poke mini bowls

chicken & mushroom

lettuce cups

guacamole w/ plantain, taro & tortilla chips

hummus/tzatziki/beet hummus, pita & lavash

grilled marinated vegetables

braised short rib

falafel w/ tahina, amba, & tabouleh

antipasti: marinated olives, marcona almonds, marinated feta, marinated tomato

spicy corn esquite cups w/ lime empanadas w/ smoked

MEZZE

hummus w/ tahina & garbanzo

labneh w/ zaatar & pistachio

red beet spread

roasted red pepper muhammara

marinated greek feta

mediterranean olives

grilled pita bread

seasoned lavash chips

farmers market seasonal veggies

GRAND MEZZE

hummus w/ tahina & garbanzo labneh w/ zaatar & pistachio

red beet spread

roasted red pepper muhammara

marinated greek feta

mediterranean olives

grilled pita bread

seasoned lavash chips

farmers market seasonal veggies

falafel w/ tahina & amba

dolmades stuffed w/ rice & veggies

ANTIPASTI

assorted crostini prosciutto & mozzarella

whipped ricotta & fruit

steak & horse radish

tomato, balsamic, & basil

mozzarella & pesto pistachio & mortadella

kale w/ pine nuts & anchovy

mozzarella bar: fresh mozzarella w/ extra virgin olive oil & sea salt, eggplant caponata basil pesto genovese, mixed olive tapenade, marinated artichokes, marinated tomato, seasonal fruit, fettunta

SEAFOOD

cocktail shrimp oysters

lobster crab claw

scallop on the half shell

tuna poke

spicy salmon poke

sauces: cocktail sauce, chili lime yuzu mignonette, horseradish, half lemons

VEGETARIAN & VEGAN

PANI PURI potato masala, tamarind, mint chutney, coconut yogurt (vg)

CHEESE BOUREKAS five cheese blend, sesame seeds (vt)

MEZZE TARTE TRIO hummus with olive relish; charred eggplant with tahini, roasted peppers with walnuts (vg)

VEGETABLE SUMMER ROLLS market vegetables, soft herbs, vegan shrimp, peanut dressing (vg,gf)

MINI GREEN FALFAFEL tabouleh, tahina, & amba (vg)

CACCIO E PEPE ARANCINI parmesan, pecorino, herb aioli (gf)

SEAFOOD

KAMPACHI TOSTADA blue corn tortilla, avocado, yuzu kosho, cilantro, serrano chilies (gf)

SPICY TUNA CRISPY RICE serrano chili, red shiso

SHRIMP HAR GOW chili crisp, dumpling sauce

MINI CRAB CAKES sauce gribiche, tarragon

SPICY SHRIMP TEMPURA honey sriracha sauce, walnuts, chives

BLACKENED SALMON LETTUCE TACO honey siracha sauce, avocado, fresh herbs (gf)

WASABI TUNA TACO blue fin tuna, avocado, kizami wasabi, chives

MEAT

YAKITORI CHICKEN SKEWERS free-range chicken, binchotan charcoal, yakitori sauce

NASHVILLE FRIED CHICKEN SLIDER buttermilk fried chicken, spiced aioli, dill pickles, brioche bun

MOROCCAN SPICY BEEF CIGARS harissa aioli, feta, cilantro

WAGYU ROBATA SKEWER binchotan charcoal, yakiniku tare (gf)

GRASSFED BEEF SLIDER special sauce, caramelized onion, mustard, American cheese, dill pickle

KOREAN BEEF BULGOGI BAO BUNS scallions, cucumber kimchi

MOCKTAILS

BLUEBERRY NOJITO

blueberry syrup, mint, lime, topped with sprite

HIBISCUS COOLER

hibiscus tea, lemonade, simple syrup, topped with soda water

WATERMELON STRAWBERRY REFRESHER

watermelon, strawberry syrup, simple syrup, lemon juice

PASSION FRUIT ARNOLD PALMER

lemon juice, passion fruit syrup, iced tea, soda

AGUA FRESCAS SELECTION

horchata, tamarind, jamaica

MANGO SPICE SENORITA

mango juice, lemonade, agave, tajin

MANGO RASPBERRY ICED TEA

mango green tea, raspberries, lemon, simple syrup

MATCHA MADNESS

matcha powder, almond milk, orgeat syrup

COCKTAILS

FULL MOON

reposado, mezcal, aperol, cherry liquer, lemon juice

BOULEVARDIER

rye, campari, sweet vermouth

BOOZY CARAJILLO

anejo, licor 43, espresso

BLOOD ORANGE SPRITZ

vodka, campari, lemon, simple syrup, fevertree blood orange

ZEN GARDEN

gin, jasmine tea, lemon juice, simple syrup, matcha powder, fee foam

MATCHA TONIC

gin, lemon juice, simple, matcha

GRAPEFRUIT SBAGLIATO

aperol, sweet vermouth, grapefruit, topped with prosecco

SMOKEY MANGO

mezcal, orange liquer, mango puree, lime, agave, chili bitters

GUAVA MOJITO

light rum, guava puree, lime, mint, topped with soda

CUCUMBER GINGER COLLINS

gin, cucumber inhouse syrup, lemon, fevertree ginger beer