Street Food Institute | Eat
Our food trucks, café and custom catering offer experience for students and outstanding food for you or your event.
The Trucks
An essential learning tool in the SFI Training Program is our fleet of three food trucks where students can take classroom skills right to the street.
SFI trucks are open for business throughout the community at busy local venues, special events and catering assignments where they serve healthy, affordable and creatively prepared meals.
Under professional supervision, SFI students take care of business, sourcing, preparing, cooking, serving and managing the day’s receipts.
As regular SFI customers will tell you, pride is on every menu, everyday. These motivated students are known for their exceptionally delicious, professionally prepared and truly inspired meals.
With three full time food trucks in service, chances are an SFI food truck is somewhere close to you right now.


Find a Truck Today
With three full time food trucks in service, chances are there is an SFI food truck somewhere close to you right now. Like us on Facebook to get our location updates.
Need A Truck For Your Event?
We’re always looking for opportunities to set-up where we’re needed. Let us be your turnkey solution for no-host food service at your next event. Especially in locations where food and beverage services are not close by, SFI food trucks are the perfect pop-up foodservice solution for special events, festivals, conferences, and large meetings.
Contact us to find out more about how SFI Food Trucks can enrich your event experience.
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Catering
If you’re involved in organizing a special occasion, wedding, conference, business meeting or other engagement, SFI offers catering services for any event… large or small, casual to formal.
We’ll create a menu tailored to your tastes using seasonal ingredients, flavors from New Mexico or recipes from around the world. Whether your palate leans toward the exotic or towards local specialties, the SFI culinary team is ready to create a memorable food experience for your event.
Food Truck staff also welcome the challenge of designing customized menus to enhance your event theme, or to creatively accommodate specific dietary restrictions.
What better way to show your guests that you support your community through meaningful educational programs like SFI.
Sample Catering Menus
All of our menus may be customized.
SFI Appetizer List
Cold or Room Temperature
(Minimum order of 50 pieces per item)
- Guacamole and chips (V, GF, DF, QT) (add tomatillo-arbol salsa)
- Catalonian Escalavida crostini with goat cheese, peppers, eggplant and tomatoes (V)
- Shrimp summer rolls with mint and jalapeño (available as vegetarian)
- Tuna tartare with miso and wasabi on sesame seed wontons
- Roasted top sirloin and horseradish aioli crostini with caramelized onion and cherry tomato
- Cherry tomato & mozzarella skewers with basil and brioche crouton (V)
- Smoked salmon on Rye crostini with caper cream cheese and pickled red onion
- Chipotle chicken & black bean empanadas with salsa arbol
- Shrimp en Escabeche with Chips (GF)
- Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce
Hot
(Minimum order of 50 pieces per item)
- Mini Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Dill Waffle with Maple-Mustard Glaze
- Mini Calabacitas Fritters with Avocado Crema and Salsa Arbol (V, DF, GF)
- Red Chile Pork Tamales (GF)
- Green Chile with Cheese and Vegetable Tamales in Banana Leaf (V, GF)
- Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers (GF)
- Marinated Fried Zucchini Satay with Scallion-Cilantro Sauce (V, GF, DF)
- Grilled Chipotle and lime shrimp satay (GF)
- Mushroom and mozzarella Arancini (fried risotto balls) with basil tomato sauce (V)
- Vegetable Tofu Fritter with Teriyaki Sauce (V, GF)
- Mini Falafel with Tzatziki and Pickled Red Onion (V)
- Warm Brie Toast with Apple Chutney and Green Chile Gastrique (V)
- Coconut Fried Shrimp with Teriyaki Sauce
- Chicken Satay with a Thai Peanut Sauce
- Smoked beef brisket adovada mini quesadillas with avocado crema
High End Appetizers
Teriyaki Pork Belly
Grilled skewers of tender pork belly with a sweet and tangy teriyaki sauce
Mini Lobster Rolls
Fresh Maine lobster lightly tossed in lemon and duke’s mayonnaise atop a mini soft buttery roll
Charred Grilled Oysters
Lemon oil & herbs
Fried Oyster Tostadita
Cornmeal fried oyster on a crisp tortilla with aji Amarillo remoulade
Tamarind Chicken Wings
Grilled chicken wings marinated in lime juice, tamarind puree, sugar and pepper flake topped with herbs, onions, and crushed peanuts
New England Style Mini Crabcakes
Topped with caper dill remoulade
Smoked Salmon en Croute
Smoked salmon and dill cream cheese wrapped in potato pastry with fried capers and lemon oil
Beef Carpaccio Crostini
Thinly shaved beef tenderloin on crostini with cured egg yolk, herbs and lemon aioli
Wild Mushroom Crostada
Wild mushroom duxelles, kale, and taleggio cheese pastry drizzled with truffle oil
Mini Beef Wellington
Seared beef tenderloin with mushrooms duxelles and foie gras wrapped in pastry and baked till crisp
Tuna Tartare Blini
Potato cake topped with minced Ahi, topped with tobiko and miso-wasabi sauce
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We are happy to customize any menu.
Please ask about our house made desserts.
Our Taco Bar Fillings
Chipotle Roasted Pork Shoulder
Achiote Roasted Chicken
Vegetable Calabacitas
Fixins
Fresh Corn Tortillas
Cotija Cheese
Blackened Tomatillo-Arbol Chile Salsa
Pico de Gallo
Grilled Pineapple-Habanero Salsa
Jalapenos
Limes
Cilantro
Pickled Vegetables
Shredded Cabbage
Korean BBQ Sauce
House made Kimchi
Salad
Farmers Market Salad
featuring seasonal produce, Chile toasted pepitas, cilantro-lime vinaigrette and black beans
Refreshments
(choose one)
Green Tea and Lemonade Arnold Palmer
Seasonal Agua Fresca
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We are happy to customize any menu.
Please ask about our house made desserts.
New Mexico Buffet
Taco Bar
Calabacitas with Hatch Green Chile
Chipotle Roasted Chicken
Arbol Chile Salsa
Cotija Cheese
Pickled Vegetables
Cabbage
Limes
Cilantro
Red Chile Chicken Enchiladas
Mini Bean and Chicharron Burritos with Green Chile
Chicos with Pinto Beans and Local Veggies
Drink
Seasonal Fruit Agua Fresca
Our Barbeque Menu with House Smoked Meats
Chipotle BBQ Beef Brisket
NC Style BBQ Pork Shoulder
Jamaican BBQ Jerk Chicken Quarters
Sides
(choice of 3)
New Mexico Potato Salad
with red and green Chile
Grilled Summer Corn “Elotes”
with lime and Cotija cheese
Grilled Summer Vegetables
SFI Cole Slaw
Ranchero Beans
Drinks
Sweet or Regular Tea
Summer Agua Fresca
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We are happy to customize any menu.
Please ask about our house made desserts.
Asian Buffet
Appetizers
Vietnamese spring rolls with shrimp, jalapeno and mint
Coconut Shrimp
Teriyaki Tofu Balls
Dinner Buffet
Cucumber, tomato and green papaya salad
Tropical Fruit Medley
Papaya, mango, star fruit with fresh and pickled ginger
With a spicy citrus dressing
Miso glazed whole salmon
Sesame Noodles
Sticky Roasted Vegetables
Bok choy, Japanese eggplant, edemame
Drink
Tamarind Ice Tea
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We are happy to customize any menu.
Please ask about our house made desserts.
Elevated Southern Menu
Starters
Fried Green Tomatoes with Caper Remoulade Salad
Classic fried green tomatoes atop a light salad of lemony greens and
or
Crawfish Gumbo
Crawfish, shrimp, clam meat and andouille sausage cooked in a rich broth of peppers, onions, and creole spices
Entrees and Sides
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Thighs & Waffles
Bone-in chicken thighs, Cajun spiced and slowly fried till crisp and juicy
Country Style BBQ Pork Ribs
Fall off the bone juicy with a sweet and tangy BBQ Sauce
Sides (choose two)
Collard Greens
Red Beans and Rice
Cast iron Cornbread
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Four Cheese Mac & Cheese
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We are happy to customize any menu.
Please ask about our house made desserts.
SFI Fish & Chicken Menu
Grilled Mojo Marinated Sea Bass
Grilled Half Chicken / Lemon / Dijon / Herbs
Natural jus
Watermelon Salad / Radish / Arugula / Goat Feta
Calabacitas
Miso Glazed Summer Vegetable Skewers
Bok Choy and Shishito Peppers
Seasonal Agua Fresca
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We are happy to customize any menu.
Please ask about our house made desserts.
SFI Italian Menu
Tomato & Herb Braised Beef
Served on top of Polenta
Chicken Marsala
with Mushrooms, Pancetta and Sage
Grilled Vegetables
with balsamic-basil vinaigrette
Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Caesar Salad
with homemade focaccia croutons and anchovy
Simple Salad with Local Greens, Turnips and Radish
Garlic and Rosemary Focaccia
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We are happy to customize any menu.
Please ask about our house made desserts.
Elevated Sicilian Style Pizza Bar
Salads
Roasted Grape and Burrata Salad
Hearty Greens, Roasted Garlic Parmesan Croutons, Grilled Tomato & Dill Dressing
Insalata di Pasta
Cavatappi pasta salad with roasted tomatoes, olives, basil, mozzarella, sweet teardrop peppers, herbed balsamic & olive oil dressing
Sicilian Style Pizza Bar
Thick, airy, pizza crust topped with a variety of toppings and cheeses
Classico– tomato sauce, house made mozzarella, provolone, and basil
Carciofo e Tartufo– roasted artichoke, truffle mascarpone, parmesan cheese, balsamico
Peperoni e Cipolla Caramellata– caramelized onion, peperoni, smoked mozzarella, provolone
Funghi e Peperoncini- tomato sauce, wild mushrooms, sliced pepperoncini, mozzarella, and parmesan.
SFI Prime Rib Menu
Entrees
Smoked & Slow Roasted Prime Rib Roast
Rose Mary Salt Crust, Black Pepper & Horseradish Cream
Dijon & Herb Roasted Half Chicken
Poultry Jus
Stuffed Acorn Squash (vegetarian add-on option)
Lentil & Roasted Vegetable Stuffing, Roasted Pepper Coulis
Sides
(Choose two)
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad
Radicchio, Frisée & Spinach, Piquillo Peppers, Candied & Spiced Pepitas, Shaved Romano Cheese
Roasted Garlic & Chive Mashed Potatoes
Sautéed Green Beans with Caramelized Leeks & Bacon
Toasted Almond, Cayenne & Honey Roasted Brussel Sprouts
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We are happy to customize any menu.
Please ask about our house made desserts.
Assorted Cookies
Chocolate Chip
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip
Peanut Butter
Biscochitos
Brownies
Tiramisu Cup
Strawberry Shortcake Cup
Baklava
Cheese Cake (Vanilla, Chocolate & Dulce de Lech)
Cupcakes
Basic Flavors
Lemon
Vanilla
Chocolate
Snickerdoodle
Deluxe Flavors
Espresso
Smores
Red Velvet
Carrot
Toasted Coconut
Chocolate Peanut Butter
Salted Caramel
Cookies & Cream
German Chocolate
*If you are looking for a custom wedding cake, we recommend reaching out to
Sample Family Style Catering Menus
Beef Tenderloin Family Style Menu
Salad
Arugula with pickled local turnips, carrots, beets, goat cheese and balsamic vinaigrette
Entree
Rosemary and garlic roasted beef tenderloin with Pasilla Chile sauce
Sides (Choose two)
Potato and Poblano gratin
Roasted Garlic & Chive Mashed Potatoes
Grilled Summer farmers market vegetables
Sautéed Green Beans with Caramelized Leeks & Bacon
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We are happy to customize any menu.
Please ask about our house made desserts.
Southwestern Family Style Menu
Hors d’ Oeuvres
Calabacitas and black bean tostaditas
Duck Confit tamales
First Course
Served family style
Pickled Valle Encantado Vegetable Salad / Hakurei Turnips / Beets / Rainbow Carrots /Arugula / Coon Ridge Goat Cheese / Pinon-Honey Vinaigrette
Entrée served family style
Roasted Filet Mignon / Guajillo Chile sauce
Achiote Roasted Salmon
Roasted Corn and Mushroom salsa
Potato-Poblano Gratin
Grilled Farmers Market Vegetables
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We are happy to customize any menu.
Please ask about our house made desserts.
Asian Family Style Menu
Hors d’ Oeuvres
Shrimp and pork summer rolls with mint and jalapeno
Chicken Satay with a Thai Peanut Sauce
First Course
Cucumber, Tomato and Papaya Salad with a Spicy Citrus Dressing
Entrée served family style
Korean BBQ beef short rib
Miso roasted California Sea Bass
Chinese long noodles / local veggies / hoisin / garlic
Baby bok choy / tofu / ginger
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We are happy to customize any menu.
Please ask about our house made desserts.
Italian Family Style Menu
Hors D’oeurves
Cherry tomato and mozzarella skewers with basil and brioche crouton
Mushroom and mozzarella Arancini with basil tomato sauce
First Course
Roasted Farmer’s market baby carrots with Arugula, hazelnuts, goat cheese and tarragon-mustard vinaigrette
Entrée
Grilled Asparagus and Mushroom Risotto
Sea Bass with Saffron-Mussel sauce
Roasted Filet Mignon with capers, pancetta and balsamic jus
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We are happy to customize any menu.
Please ask about our house made desserts.
The SFI Café
The SFI Café offers scratch made breakfast & lunch meals to go!
CNM Campus Café
A key component of the SFI program is the SFI Café located in the Student Services Center on the Central New Mexico Community College Main Campus.
Created in partnership with CNM, SFI Café is in essence, a business incubator where current and former culinary students as well as graduate start-ups come to develop, test and refine their skills, products and entrepreneurial concepts in a real world business environment.
The Café has become a popular, thriving center where students, faculty, employees and CNM visitors can enjoy a delectable array of café-style foods and beverages.
In addition to SFI interns who prepare daily menu items such as savory breakfast burritos, sandwich wraps, salads and soups, The Café also integrates several local, small businesses owned and operated by former SFI and CNM students.
Besides a comfortable place to relax and enjoy great food, the SFI Café serves as a powerful demonstration of how foodservice education inspires creativity, creates opportunity and enriches our community.