Holiday Party Catering in Northern Virginia
Bring warmth to your holiday celebration with a Mediterranean spread that works for every guest at the table. Halal-certified proteins, vibrant mezze, and Levantine desserts — prepared fresh for 15 to 100 guests on the day of your party.
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Why Mediterranean Food Works for Holiday Parties
Holiday gatherings bring together people from different backgrounds, dietary traditions, and taste preferences. Here is why Northern Virginia families and offices choose Levantine catering for the season.
December in Northern Virginia means back-to-back holiday gatherings — office celebrations, neighborhood potlucks, family dinners, and friend group get-togethers. The challenge is always the same: finding food that works for a room full of people with different dietary needs, cultural backgrounds, and taste preferences. Standard catering often means ordering three or four separate things from three or four vendors, and somebody still ends up eating a sad side salad.
Mediterranean catering solves that problem with one menu. The same spread of shawarma, falafel, hummus, and fresh bread naturally covers halal, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and kosher-style needs without requiring anyone to eat from a separate tray. At Taza, we prepare everything fresh on the morning of your event using the same recipes that have made us a go-to in Falls Church since we opened. Whether your holiday party is a team lunch for 20 or a home celebration for 80, our catering packages scale to fit.
What Makes Holiday Party Catering Different
- Guest lists span multiple faiths, cultures, and dietary traditions
- The food needs to look festive and feel generous without extra decor
- Office parties require easy setup and cleanup with no kitchen access
- Home gatherings run for hours — the food must hold up over time
- Leftovers should taste good the next day, not end up in the trash
Six Reasons to Choose Mediterranean for Your Holiday Party
From dietary inclusivity to memorable presentation, here is why Levantine food fits the holiday season better than standard catering options.
Dietary Inclusive Across Faiths
Holiday gatherings bring together people who celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Eid, Diwali, Kwanzaa, and secular traditions. Mediterranean food naturally accommodates halal, kosher-style, vegan, and gluten-free diets from a single spread — no separate orders, no awkward accommodations.
Elegant Without Being Fussy
Golden shawarma platters, vibrant hummus bowls, and crispy falafel pyramids look stunning on a holiday table. The presentation reads as festive and generous, fitting right into the spirit of the season without needing extra decor or garnish work.
Warm Comfort Food
December calls for hearty, warming dishes. Slow-roasted shawarma, spiced rice, and fresh-baked pita feel like comfort food at its best — satisfying on a cold evening and rich enough to anchor a holiday meal without feeling heavy.
Every Guest Eats Well
When the guest list includes meat-eaters, vegetarians, vegans, and guests with gluten sensitivities, a single Mediterranean spread covers everyone. Falafel and hummus are not side dishes here — they are main attractions that stand on their own.
100% Halal Certified
Every protein Taza serves is halal. For workplaces and gatherings where Muslim colleagues and friends are present, there is no guesswork. Everyone picks from the same table with full confidence in every item.
Guests Remember the Food
After years of the same deli trays and pizza boxes at holiday parties, Mediterranean catering stands out. Guests leave talking about the shawarma, asking for the hummus recipe, and remembering your party as the one with the good food.
Festive Mediterranean Flavors for Your Holiday
Every catering order is prepared fresh on the day of your event. Nothing pre-made, nothing reheated. Taza means fresh — and that is what we bring to your holiday celebration.
Office Holiday Party Catering Packages
Four proven setups for office holiday celebrations of any size. All are fully customizable — call us to build the exact spread your team needs.
Office Appetizer Spread
15-30 guests
A grazing-style setup designed for break rooms, conference rooms, and open office spaces. Guests swing by between meetings, grab a plate, and keep working. Light enough for a mid-afternoon party, substantial enough that nobody leaves hungry.
What is included:
- Hummus tray with olive oil and paprika
- Baba ghanouj with toasted pine nuts
- Falafel platter with tahini dipping sauce
- Arabic salad and fattoush trays
- Fresh-baked pita bread and shrak bread
- Pickled vegetables and olives
Holiday Shawarma Feast
30-60 guests
The centerpiece spread for mid-size office parties and team celebrations. Two proteins, a full vegetarian option, and every classic accompaniment. Set it up buffet-style and let your team build their own plates at their own pace.
What is included:
- Chicken shawarma platter (halal)
- Beef shawarma platter (halal)
- Falafel platter for vegetarian and vegan guests
- Hummus, garlic sauce, tahini, and house sauces
- Warm pita bread and shrak bread
- Basmati rice tray with pickled turnips and fresh vegetables
Build-Your-Own Bowl Station
40-80 guests
An interactive setup where each guest builds a custom bowl from a base, protein, and toppings. Works especially well for large office parties where dietary needs vary widely — everyone gets exactly what they want.
What is included:
- Basmati rice and mixed greens bases
- Chicken shawarma and falafel proteins
- Hummus, tahini, labneh, and garlic sauce
- Roasted vegetables, pickled turnips, and fresh toppings bar
- Pita chips, fresh pita, and dietary labels
- Sauces: garlic, tahini, hot sauce, olive oil
Dessert and Drinks Add-On
20-60 guests
Round out your holiday spread with Levantine sweets and refreshing drinks. Baklava and rice pudding pair well with conversation and end the party on a memorable note.
What is included:
- Baklava assortment (walnut and pistachio)
- Rice pudding cups with cinnamon
- Cheese manaeesh cut into bite-size squares
- Seasonal fresh fruit tray
- Lemon mint lemonade pitcher service
All packages are customizable. Pricing depends on selections and guest count. Call (703) 340-1014 for a personalized holiday party catering quote.
What Guests Will Find on Your Holiday Table
Recognizable, delicious Levantine staples that work together as a festive holiday spread.
Home Holiday Gathering Packages
Whether you are hosting an intimate family dinner or an open-house celebration, these packages take the cooking off your plate so you can enjoy the party.
Intimate Holiday Dinner
8-20 guests
Family-style platters for a smaller gathering at home. Designed so the host can set everything out in under 15 minutes and spend the rest of the evening with guests instead of in the kitchen.
- Chicken and beef shawarma platters
- Hummus and baba ghanouj with warm pita
- Basmati rice and Arabic salad
- Falafel for vegetarian guests
- Baklava and rice pudding dessert tray
Holiday Open House
25-50 guests
For parties where guests arrive and leave at different times over several hours. The food holds well at room temperature, looks inviting throughout the evening, and replenishes easily with backup platters.
- Full shawarma platter spread with all sauces
- Complete mezze station: hummus, baba ghanouj, labneh, falafel
- Za'atar manaeesh and cheese manaeesh cut into triangles
- Spinach pie and sfiha pie bite-size portions
- Dessert station with baklava and fresh fruit
Large Holiday Celebration
50-100 guests
A full catering setup for large home or venue-based holiday parties. Combine multiple packages and add the bowl station for maximum variety. We help you plan quantities down to the last serving.
- Multiple shawarma platters (chicken, beef, and mixed)
- Build-your-own bowl station with all proteins and toppings
- Full mezze spread with extra falafel and dip platters
- Bread station: pita, shrak, and manaeesh varieties
- Dessert and drink station with baklava, pudding, and lemonade
Hosting at home? Skip the kitchen stress.
The biggest advantage of ordering holiday catering from Taza is time. Instead of spending December in the kitchen, pick up your complete spread the morning of the party, set it out in 15 minutes, and spend the rest of the evening with family and friends. Mediterranean platters are designed for room-temperature serving, so nothing needs to stay in the oven or on a warming tray.
One Menu That Works for Every Guest
Halal, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and kosher-style guests all eat from the same spread. No separate orders, no awkward accommodations, no one settling for a side dish.
Mediterranean Holiday Catering vs Standard Catering
How Levantine food stacks up against the most common holiday party catering options in Northern Virginia.
| What Matters | Mediterranean Holiday Catering (Taza) | Standard Holiday Catering |
|---|---|---|
| Dietary coverage | Halal, kosher-style, vegan, and GF from one menu | Separate orders for each dietary restriction |
| Freshness | Prepared fresh the morning of your party | Often pre-made hours or days in advance |
| Sharing format | Family-style platters built for communal dining | Individual boxed meals or basic buffet trays |
| Holiday presentation | Colorful, layered platters that look festive without extra decor | Foil trays and disposable containers |
| Protein variety | Chicken, beef, falafel, plus dips and salads | Typically one or two protein choices |
| Halal certification | 100% halal across the entire menu | Rarely available without special ordering |
| Guest satisfaction | Guests remember the food and ask about the caterer | Standard fare that blends into the background |
| Leftover quality | Mediterranean food reheats well — shawarma, rice, and dips taste great the next day | Sandwiches and salads lose quality quickly after the event |
Holiday Menu Ideas by Party Style
Four party formats, each with a tailored Mediterranean menu that fits the mood and service style of your holiday gathering.
Cocktail Party
Standing-room holiday gatherings where guests hold drinks in one hand and food in the other. Every item needs to be one or two bites, easy to eat without a plate, and not drip on anyone's holiday outfit.
- Mini falafel bites with tahini dipping cups
- Chicken shawarma skewer portions on toothpicks
- Za'atar manaeesh cut into small triangles
- Spinach pie and cheese pie bite-size portions
- Hummus cups with pita chips for individual serving
Sit-Down Dinner
A structured holiday meal where guests sit at tables and serve themselves family-style from shared platters. The food is placed at the center of each table, encouraging conversation and communal dining.
- Chicken and beef shawarma platters per table
- Individual hummus and baba ghanouj bowls at each setting
- Basmati rice, warm pita, labneh, and fresh salad
- Falafel platter as a shared vegetarian centerpiece
- Rice pudding cups and baklava for dessert at each place
Buffet Line
The classic holiday party format. Guests move through a line and build their plates from a full spread. Works well for groups of 30 or more and makes quantity management straightforward — just replenish as trays empty.
- Full shawarma carving station with chicken and beef
- Rice, salad, and pickled vegetables as sides
- Hummus, baba ghanouj, and garlic sauce station
- Warm pita and shrak bread basket
- Dessert table with baklava, rice pudding, and fruit
Potluck Supplement
When your holiday party is potluck-style but you want a professional anchor for the spread. Order the shawarma platters and mezze trays from Taza, and let guests bring desserts, drinks, and side dishes to fill out the table.
- Chicken shawarma platter as the main protein anchor
- Hummus and falafel tray for the vegetarian crowd
- Pita bread and shrak bread baskets
- Arabic salad tray for freshness alongside homemade dishes
- Baklava tray as a conversation-starting dessert contribution
One Menu for Every Dietary Need
Holiday parties bring together guests with varied dietary traditions. Mediterranean catering handles halal, kosher-style, vegan, and gluten-free from one spread.
- 100% of all proteins are halal certified
- No pork or alcohol in any menu item
- Chicken shawarma, beef shawarma, and all meat items
- All sauces, dips, and condiments
- Baklava, rice pudding, and harissa desserts
- No pork or pork-derived ingredients in any item
- Dairy and meat items served on separate platters
- Clear labeling of all ingredients on request
- Vegetarian and vegan options naturally separate from meat
- All produce prepared fresh with no cross-contamination
- Hummus (chickpeas, tahini, lemon, garlic)
- Baba ghanouj (roasted eggplant, tahini)
- Falafel (chickpeas, herbs, spices)
- Arabic salad, fattoush, and stuffed grape leaves
- Fresh pita bread and za'atar manaeesh
- All shawarma proteins (served without pita)
- Rice bowls, hummus, baba ghanouj, labneh
- Arabic salad and fattoush (without pita chips)
- All sauces and condiments
- Rice pudding dessert
When you place your holiday catering order, let us know the dietary breakdown across your guest list. We prepare custom labels for each item and, where possible, package dietary-specific items separately to make serving easier at your office or venue.
Prepared Fresh on the Day of Your Party
We do not pre-make food days in advance. Your holiday catering order is cooked, assembled, and packaged on the morning of your event. That is what fresh means at Taza.
When to Order Holiday Party Catering
December is the busiest month for catering. Follow this timeline to secure your date and ensure a smooth holiday event.
Reserve Your Date Early
December is the busiest month for catering in Northern Virginia. Office parties, home gatherings, and community events all compete for the same two-week window. Contact us in October to reserve your preferred date and lock in availability before the calendar fills.
- Weekend dates in the first two weeks of December fill fastest
- Confirm your estimated guest count and party format
Finalize Your Menu Selections
Choose your catering package, confirm the menu items, and tell us about any dietary requirements across your guest list. We will prepare a detailed quote with quantities, packaging, and pickup or delivery logistics tailored to your event.
- Provide a dietary breakdown: halal, vegan, GF, and kosher-style counts
- Decide between platter service, bowl station, or combination setup
Confirm Final Details
Touch base with us to confirm your final guest count and any last-minute changes. This is the cutoff for adjusting quantities. Confirm your venue setup plan, pickup time, or delivery window.
- Update guest count if RSVPs have changed since booking
- Request dietary labels and serving utensils if needed
Final Confirmation and Preparation
We confirm your order is ready and being prepared fresh. On the morning of your holiday party, your entire spread is cooked, plated, and packaged for pickup or delivery. Nothing is pre-made days in advance — everything is prepared that day.
- Bring insulated bags if transporting food more than 20 minutes
- Allow 15-20 minutes for setup at your venue or office
Taza Holiday Catering Menu
Popular items from our menu that work especially well for holiday party catering spreads. All prices shown are for individual portions — catering quantities are priced per platter.
Chicken Shawarma Pita
from $9.95Marinated chicken shawarma in fresh pita with garlic sauce and pickles.
Our best-selling protein — slow-roasted and sliced fresh for every platter
Beef Shawarma Pita
from $9.95Marinated roasted beef in fresh pita with tahini and fresh veggies.
Rich, savory beef shawarma that anchors any holiday spread
Hummus
$4.95Creamy chickpea dip with tahini, lemon, and olive oil.
Creamy house-made hummus with olive oil, served with warm pita
Falafel Pita
from $8.95Crispy chickpea falafel in fresh-baked pita with veggies and tahini.
Crispy chickpea falafel — the go-to for vegetarian and vegan guests
Chicken Shawarma Bowl
from $12.45Chicken shawarma over your choice of base with fresh toppings.
Build-your-own bowls with shawarma, rice, and fresh toppings
Zaatar Manaeesh
$6.95Large Mediterranean flat bread with dry thyme, sesame, and olive oil.
Traditional flatbread with thyme, sesame, and olive oil — cut into triangles for sharing
How to order holiday party catering
Call us at (703) 340-1014 or visit our store at 5820 Seminary Rd Ste O, Falls Church, VA 22041 to discuss your holiday party details. Tell us your guest count, party format, and any dietary requirements. We will put together a custom catering quote and walk you through the menu options. For online ordering, visit our ordering page.
Holiday Party Catering Across Northern Virginia
Based in Falls Church, we serve holiday parties throughout the Northern Virginia region and beyond.
Delivery also available to Washington D.C., Loudoun County, Prince William County, and Bethesda/Potomac areas. Contact us for details on your specific office or venue.
Holiday Party Catering — Frequently Asked Questions
For December holiday parties, we recommend contacting us by mid-October to reserve your date. November is the latest we can guarantee availability for popular weekend slots. If you are planning a last-minute party, call us — we accommodate rush orders whenever our schedule allows.
Our catering platters work well starting around 15 guests per spread. For smaller holiday gatherings of 8-15 people, you can order individual platters from our regular menu. There is no strict minimum — call us with your headcount and we will recommend the right combination.
Yes. We deliver throughout Northern Virginia including Falls Church, Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, McLean, Tysons, Reston, Herndon, Vienna, Springfield, and surrounding areas. Delivery fees depend on distance and order size. Call us to confirm delivery to your specific office or venue.
That is exactly where Mediterranean catering excels. Our standard spread includes halal-certified proteins, vegan options like falafel and hummus, gluten-free items like shawarma bowls and rice, and kosher-style preparation with no pork. One menu covers the entire office without separate ordering.
Yes. Every protein we serve — chicken shawarma, beef shawarma, and all meat items — is halal certified. We do not serve pork or alcohol in any item. You can order with full confidence that every item meets halal standards.
For 40 guests, our Holiday Shawarma Feast is the most popular choice. It includes chicken and beef shawarma platters, a falafel tray, hummus, garlic sauce, fresh bread, and rice. For a more interactive experience, add the build-your-own bowl station so each person customizes their plate.
Place dip bowls and bread baskets centrally so guests approach from both sides. Set shawarma platters behind the dips with sauces at the table end. For bowl stations, arrange in a linear flow: bases, proteins, toppings, then sauces. We walk you through setup details when you place your order.
Yes, we accept catering orders for Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. These dates fill quickly, so contact us as early as possible — ideally by early November. We prepare everything fresh that morning regardless of the date, and our team coordinates pickup or delivery times to match your party schedule.
Order Holiday Party Catering from Falls Church
Stop by, call, or order online. We are open seven days a week.
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5820 Seminary Rd Ste O, Falls Church, VA 22041
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Make Your Holiday Party the One Guests Remember
Fresh Mediterranean platters, halal-certified proteins, and vibrant Levantine spreads for 15 to 100 guests across Northern Virginia. Book your holiday catering today.