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Pans and platters

Italian party trays, pasta pans and platters in Toronto

Build your own spread with individual pans of pasta, baked pasta, chicken, beef, vegetarian entrées, salads, sides and desserts. Half pans serve 10–12 guests; full pans serve 18–20 guests. Each pan is one component of a meal. Bread is priced by piece, dozen or platter, with delivery and 13% HST added separately.

Overhead Italian catering table with pasta, chicken, salads and antipasti platters.
Serving reference. Included dishes and portions follow your selected menu and written quote.
Half pan
Serves 10–12
Full pan
Serves 18–20
Notice
At least 48 hours
Updated
2026-11-07

Planning portions

How many pans should you order?

These ranges apply to one selected dish. Plan the rest of the meal separately and confirm quantities for your event with us.
Conservative planning examples using the lower end of the stated pan capacities
GuestsHalf pans of one dishFull pans of one dish
202 half pans2 full pans
303 half pans2 full pans
505 half pans3 full pans

You do not need both columns: they show alternative pan sizes for one dish. Mixed menus, appetites and other courses change how much you need. Approximate serving weights in the menu are guidance, not a complete meal allowance.

By person, pan or platter

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Prices in CAD before delivery and 13% HST. Half pans serve 10–12; full pans serve 18–20. Each pan contains one menu component, rather than a complete meal. Bread quantities are shown by piece.

These descriptions outline researched recipe profiles. Final ingredients and preparation are confirmed with your written quote.

Appetizers

Suggested serving: approximately 65–85 g per guest

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Appetizers prices and purchasing units
SelectionPer personHalf pan · serves 10–12Full pan · serves 18–20Plan an order
Sicilian AranciniCrisp, breadcrumb-coated rice bites with a soft, cheesy centre. Filling and dipping sauce are confirmed with your order.$6.95$64.95$124.95Request a quote
Italian Beef PolpetteItalian beef meatballs with herbs, served in a tomato-based sauce as a starter.$7.50$69.95$134.95Request a quote
Tomato & Basil BruschettaToasted bread topped with chopped tomato, basil, garlic and olive oil.$5.95$54.95$104.95Request a quote
Caprese SkewersBite-sized skewers of tomato, mozzarella and basil, finished with olive oil.$7.50$69.95$134.95Request a quote
Mediterranean Crispy CalamariLightly coated calamari, fried until crisp and served with lemon. Dipping sauce is confirmed with your order.$8.95$84.95$164.95Request a quote
Eggplant RollatiniRolled eggplant with a ricotta filling, baked in tomato sauce with a cheese topping.$6.95$64.95$124.95Request a quote

Salads

Suggested serving: approximately 60–80 g per guest

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Salads prices and purchasing units
SelectionPer personHalf pan · serves 10–12Full pan · serves 18–20Plan an order
Sicilian Citrus SaladOrange segments, shaved fennel, red onion and olives with a citrus and olive-oil dressing.$3.95$39.95$74.95Request a quote
Italian Chopped SaladChopped lettuce, cucumber, tomato, red onion and roasted pepper with an Italian-style vinaigrette.$3.75$34.95$69.95Request a quote
Tuscan White Bean SaladWhite beans, red onion, leafy greens and capers in a lemon and olive-oil dressing.$4.25$39.95$79.95Request a quote
Panzanella SaladTuscan-style bread salad with tomato, cucumber, red onion and basil in an olive-oil and vinegar dressing.$4.25$39.95$79.95Request a quote
Lemon Orzo SaladRice-shaped orzo pasta with cucumber, tomato and herbs in a lemon and olive-oil dressing.$4.50$44.95$84.95Request a quote

Chicken selections — halal

Suggested serving: approximately 80–100 g per guest

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Chicken selections prices and purchasing units
SelectionPer personHalf pan · serves 10–12Full pan · serves 18–20Plan an order
Calabrian Pepper ChickenChicken with Calabrian chilli peppers, garlic and tomato for a warming, peppery main.$8.95$84.95$164.95Request a quote
Chicken CacciatoreChicken simmered with tomato, peppers, onion and Italian herbs.$9.25$89.95$174.95Request a quote
Lemon Rosemary ChickenChicken with lemon, rosemary and garlic, roasted for a citrus-and-herb finish.$9.50$89.95$179.95Request a quote
Tuscan Creamy Mushroom ChickenChicken with sautéed mushrooms and garlic in a creamy herb sauce.$9.95$94.95$184.95Request a quote
Chicken PiccataChicken cutlets in a lemon, butter and caper sauce.$9.95$94.95$184.95Request a quote

Beef selections — halal

Suggested serving: approximately 80–110 g per guest

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Beef selections prices and purchasing units
SelectionPer personHalf pan · serves 10–12Full pan · serves 18–20Plan an order
Sicilian Beef MeatballsBeef meatballs simmered in tomato sauce with garlic and Italian herbs.$9.95$94.95$184.95Request a quote
Italian Beef and PeppersBeef with sweet peppers, onion and garlic in a savoury tomato-based sauce.$10.95$104.95$204.95Request a quote
Tuscan Beef RaguSlow-cooked beef in a rich tomato sauce with onion, carrot, celery and herbs. Pasta is a separate selection.$12.50$119.95$234.95Request a quote
Beef and Mushroom SpezzatinoAn Italian-style stew of beef pieces, mushrooms, aromatic vegetables and herbs.$12.50$119.95$234.95Request a quote
Sicilian Beef and EggplantBeef and eggplant simmered with tomato, garlic and Italian herbs.$11.95$114.95$224.95Request a quote

Vegetarian selections

Suggested serving: approximately 65–95 g per guest

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Vegetarian selections prices and purchasing units
SelectionPer personHalf pan · serves 10–12Full pan · serves 18–20Plan an order
Eggplant and White Bean RaguEggplant and white beans simmered in a rustic tomato-and-herb sauce.$5.95$54.95$104.95Request a quote
Mushroom CacciatoreMushrooms with tomato, peppers, onion and herbs in a cacciatore-style sauce.$6.25$59.95$114.95Request a quote
Zucchini and Chickpea StewZucchini and chickpeas simmered with tomato, garlic and herbs.$5.95$54.95$104.95Request a quote
Spinach Ricotta Stuffed ShellsLarge pasta shells filled with spinach and ricotta, baked with tomato sauce and cheese.$6.95$64.95$124.95Request a quote
Roasted Cauliflower PuttanescaRoasted cauliflower with tomato, olives, capers, garlic and chilli. The proposed vegetable preparation omits anchovies.$6.25$59.95$114.95Request a quote

Italian pasta and baked pasta selections

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Italian pasta and baked pasta selections prices and purchasing units
SelectionPer personHalf pan · serves 10–12Full pan · serves 18–20Plan an order
Rustic Beef LasagnaLayers of pasta, beef and tomato ragù, creamy sauce and a baked cheese topping.$9.95$94.95$184.95Request a quote
Tuscan Lemon-Herb Chicken with Spinach Parmesan OrzoLemon-and-herb chicken with orzo pasta, spinach and Parmesan. The chicken and orzo are one listed entrée.$9.95$94.95$184.95Request a quote
Sicilian Chicken Meatballs & RigatoniChicken meatballs and ridged rigatoni pasta in a tomato-and-herb sauce.$9.50$89.95$174.95Request a quote
Roasted Red Pepper & Ricotta PennePenne in a roasted red pepper and ricotta sauce, finished with basil.$8.50$79.95$154.95Request a quote
Baked Gnocchi alla SorrentinaGnocchi baked in tomato-and-basil sauce with mozzarella and Parmesan.$9.50$89.95$174.95Request a quote
Italian Garden LasagnaLayers of pasta, garden vegetables, tomato sauce, ricotta and a baked cheese topping. The vegetable mix is confirmed with your order.$8.95$84.95$164.95Request a quote
Tuscan Mushroom FlorentineProposed house recipe: penne with mushrooms and spinach in a garlic cream sauce, finished with Parmesan.$8.50$79.95$154.95Request a quote
Sicilian Eggplant DelightProposed house recipe: rigatoni with roasted eggplant, tomato and basil, finished with ricotta salata.$9.50$89.95$174.95Request a quote
Rustic Italian ComfortProposed house recipe: baked rigatoni with tomato-and-basil sauce, ricotta and mozzarella.$8.50$79.95$154.95Request a quote
Little Italy Baked GnocchiProposed house recipe: gnocchi baked in a tomato rosé sauce with spinach and mozzarella.$9.50$89.95$174.95Request a quote

Starches and sides

Suggested serving: approximately 110 g per guest

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Starches and sides prices and purchasing units
SelectionPer personHalf pan · serves 10–12Full pan · serves 18–20Plan an order
Rosemary Garlic PolentaSoft cornmeal polenta flavoured with rosemary and garlic.$4.25$39.95$74.95Request a quote
Lemon Herb RiceRice seasoned with lemon and herbs; an accompaniment to your chosen main.$3.95$34.95$69.95Request a quote
Penne PomodoroPenne pasta with a tomato sauce, garlic and basil.$4.75$44.95$84.95Request a quote
Italian Roasted PotatoesOven-roasted potato pieces with garlic and Italian herbs.$4.25$39.95$74.95Request a quote
Herb Orzo PilafRice-shaped orzo pasta cooked pilaf-style with onion and herbs. Orzo is pasta, not rice.$4.75$44.95$84.95Request a quote

Bread

Suggested serving: piece and platter pricing

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Bread prices and purchasing units
SelectionPer pieceDozen · 12 piecesPlatter · 24 piecesPlatter · 48 piecesPlan an order
Rosemary FocacciaItalian-style focaccia bread topped with rosemary and olive oil.$2.75$29.95$54.95$104.95Request a quote
Garlic BreadBread spread with garlic butter and toasted. Select pieces, dozens or platters using the listed counts.$2.50$27.95$49.95$94.95Request a quote
Ciabatta SlicesSlices of ciabatta bread, ready to serve alongside your meal.$2.25$24.95$44.95$84.95Request a quote
Tomato BruschettaToasted bread with chopped tomato, basil, garlic and olive oil. Bread sizes follow piece counts, not pan capacities.$3.50$38.95$74.95$144.95Request a quote
Oregano FlatbreadFlatbread finished with oregano and olive oil, served in the selected piece quantity.$2.75$29.95$54.95$104.95Request a quote

Desserts

Suggested serving: approximately 65–85 g per guest

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Desserts prices and purchasing units
SelectionPer personHalf pan · serves 10–12Full pan · serves 18–20Plan an order
Classic Italian TiramisuLayers of coffee-soaked sponge fingers and mascarpone cream, finished with cocoa. Coffee and alcohol details are confirmed when ordering.$7.50$69.95$134.95Request a quote
Mini Sicilian CannoliSmall, crisp pastry shells with a sweet ricotta filling. Garnishes are confirmed with your order.$6.95$64.95$124.95Request a quote
Vanilla Bean Panna CottaA chilled, softly set cream dessert flavoured with vanilla. Setting agent and garnish are confirmed with your order.$6.95$64.95$124.95Request a quote
Amalfi Lemon Ricotta CakeA soft ricotta cake flavoured with lemon zest and juice, for a creamy, citrus finish.$6.50$59.95$114.95Request a quote
Chocolate Hazelnut BudinoA chilled Italian-style chocolate pudding with hazelnut flavour and a smooth, creamy texture.$7.50$69.95$134.95Request a quote
Almond & Chocolate BiscottiCrunchy, twice-baked biscuits with almonds and chocolate, ideal alongside coffee or tea.$5.50$49.95$94.95Request a quote

Standalone menu prices differ from the original package add-ons in portion and purchasing context. Minimum order requirements and supplies are confirmed in your quote.

Please tell us about all allergies, dietary needs and restrictions. Little Italy Catering is not a gluten-free restaurant; cross-contamination may occur.

Choosing your format

Individual trays or a per-person buffet?

Choose individual pans

Useful when you know the dishes and quantities you need, or are adding to food you already have. Price each dish by its pan or platter unit.

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Choose a buffet package

A package lists the courses included at a per-person price. Compare the three buffet menus to find the spread that suits your group.

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We confirm standalone-order minimums, supplies, dietary needs and any extra setup in the written quote. Chafing equipment and serving staff are quoted separately. For bread, follow the printed piece counts; do not use pan capacities to estimate a platter.

Delivery

Where do you deliver, and what does it cost?

Planning delivery fees per order, before HST
ZoneAreas coveredDelivery
TorontoToronto (downtown and midtown), Etobicoke, North York, Scarborough$40
Inner GTAMississauga, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill$50
Outer GTABrampton, Pickering, Ajax, Aurora, Oakville, Newmarket, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Burlington, Milton, Halton Hills, Whitby, Oshawa, Hamilton$60

Larger or more complex deliveries use the $60 fee. Your written quote confirms the final fee and arrival window for your address, guest count and access needs. See delivery areas and access guidance.

Request at least 48 hours ahead and tell us when you plan to serve. The team confirms availability for your menu, date and location before you book.

Include these details with your request:

  • Full delivery address
  • Requested meal time
  • Parking or loading instructions
  • Elevator, security or concierge notes
  • An on-site contact

From Google reviews

Good food. Happy gatherings.

A closer look at three reviews shared on our Google listing.

A pasta bar for the whole team

“the food arrived piping hot, fresh, and seriously delicious.”

Review summary

For a Toronto office meal, this reviewer singled out the pasta station, sauces and cooking. They described an easy setup during a busy day and enough food to satisfy the group. Their account recommends the caterer for a workplace gathering where food and organisation both matter.

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An office lunch worth repeating

“Made organizing lunch for the team so much easier.”

Review summary

The reviewer described a successful catered work lunch, praising the meal and the amount provided. Colleagues wanted to know who had supplied it. The organiser said the experience simplified their job and expressed an intention to order again.

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A spread that made an impression

“The food presentation was amazing”

Review summary

This review highlights the appearance of the meal and how the catering was organised. The group enjoyed the food, and the reviewer reported that others wanted to place their own orders afterwards.

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Before you book

Who confirms your catering order?

Vishal Patel

Catering Sales Manager

Your contact for menu questions, quotes and order details.

(647) 557-8661

littleitalycaters@gmail.com

About Little Italy Catering

A written quote before you approve

We confirm the menu, guest count, date and dietary requests, then itemise food, add-ons, delivery and 13% HST. Equipment, staff and any requested setup are priced separately.

Share allergies and handling requirements before ordering. Ingredients and preparation must be confirmed for your request; dish names alone are not a dietary guarantee.

Your written quote confirms the final total and arrival window. After approval, we send an invoice.

Ordering and payment details · Dietary and allergen policy

Published menu prices and delivery fees updated .

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Italian sandwich platter prices

One sandwich variety per platter. Medium: 10 whole sandwiches cut into 20 halves. Large: 20 whole sandwiches cut into 40 halves.
Sandwich-only platters · CAD before delivery and 13% HST
Sandwich selectionMedium · 10 whole / 20 halvesLarge · 20 whole / 40 halves
The Italian Porchetta$179.50$349
Little Italy Meatball Sub$179.50$349
Vegan Chicken Italiano$169.50$329
Mediterranean Vegan Wrap$169.50$329
Tuscan Pork Wrap$179.50$349

You can order one medium platter of 10 whole sandwiches. The 15-person minimum applies to sandwich-bar packages and individual lunches.

Sandwich platters are delivered hot. Tell us your meal time and building access details so we can confirm the arrival window in your written quote.

Prices include sandwiches, preparation and platter presentation. Salad, chips and dessert from the complete individual lunches are not included in platter prices. Delivery and 13% HST are additional.

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Build the spread you need.

Send your date, guest count and selected pans. We’ll confirm quantities and send a written quote with delivery and HST.

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Food, delivery & HST shown separately.

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