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CHEF ED LORDMAN
Owner of Southern Grit Culinary
Chef brings over a decade of culinary leadership and regional acclaim to every event. Heavly known for blending Southern comfort with refined, modern technique. A Food Network competitor on Beachside Brawl, he’s become a local standout through his creative events, hands-on cooking classes, and dedication to authentic Gulf Coast flavors. With a focus on hospitality and craftsmanship, Chef Lordman brings elevated Southern dining to every experience.
MENUS AND COST
H E A V Y
H O R D ’ O E U V R E S
Curate your event menu with a selection of three to four hors d’oeuvres from the chef’s crafted offerings
$26/ Head
CRAB TOSTONES
- Curried Plantain Crisp · Blue Crab Salad · Toasted Cashew
SHRIMP & GRITS SHOOTER
- New Orleans BBQ Shrimp · Smoked Gouda Grits
TUNA POKE NACHOS
- Soy-Yaki Ahi Tuna · Cucumber · Jalapeño · Cilantro · Crisp Wonton
EGGROLL DUO
- Braised Calabrian Chile Chicken · Chipotle Aioli · Gochujang Pork · Sweet Thai Chili
BRAISED BEEF MINI TACOS
- Slow-Braised Beef · Pico de Gallo · Onion · Fresh Cilantro
BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP
- Creamy Spiced Chicken · Crudité · Artisan Crackers
CAPRESE SKEWERS
- Heirloom Tomato · Fresh Mozzarella · Basil · Fig Balsamic
TURKEY “BLT” CROISSANT
- Savory Turkey Salad · Bacon Jam · Crisp Lettuce · Tomato
HEIRLOOM TOMATO & BLACK GARLIC BRUSCHETTA
- Local Black Garlic Baguette · Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes ·
Black Garlic Honey · Pistachio
GOCHUJANG MEATBALLS
- Korean Chili-Braised Meatball · Crispy Onion · Fresh Cilantro
SHE CRAB SOUP SHOOTER
- Velvety Sherry Crab Bisque · Lump Crab · Lemon Zest
CHICKEN TENDER SKEWER
- Hand breaded Chicken tenders · 3 choices of sauce
BLACK GARLIC CAESAR
- Little Gem Romaine · Pickled Fennel · Grana Padano · House Crouton
SHERRY ROASTED BRUSSELS
- Truffle-Parmesan Cream · Bacon Crumble · Tabasco Honey · Toasted Pecans
Additional Chef and Service Fees will apply.
Due to rising food costs, menus and prices are subject to change.
TIERED OPTIONS
The selections within each tier are provided as inspiration and guidance. Clients are not limited to these selections — they’re provided to give a starting point. Our team is happy to customize any menu to fit your vision, budget, taste, and event needs.
All tiers include a beverage table (teas, lemonade, and water), flatware (plates, napkins, cutlery, and cups), and
equipment (chaffing dishes, serving utensils, hot holds and tables).
