A Knight's Feast
Personal Chef Service
A personal chef service is for anyone looking for a few nights off from worrying about what's for dinner.
Chef Laura
- Themed Event Menus
- Holiday
- Game Day
- Halloween Party
- Hip Hop Dance Party
- Hors D'Oeuvres
- Italian Cocktail Party
- Ladies Night In
- Monte Carlo Night
- New Orleans Night
- Paella and Sangria Party
- Picnic in the Park
- Romantic Dinner for Two
- Shower Brunch Menu
- Southern Comfort
- Southern Comfort Cocktail Party
- Tuscan Grilled Feast
- Vegas Night
- Venetian Masquerade Party
- Valentine's Day Menu
- Fall Dinner Party Menu
- Surf & Turf Menu
Holiday
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Entrées
- Citrus and Herb Roasted Turkey
- Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze
- Lemon and Thyme Roasted Chicken
- Lasagna – Vegetarian, Seafood or Italian Sausage and Beef
- Stuffed Shells – Vegetarian, Seafood or Italian Sausage and Beef
- Roast Beef au Jus with Creamy Horseradish Sauce
- Cider Roast Pork Loin
- Tilapia en Papillote
- Lamb Moussaka
- Eggplant Parmesan
- Shrimp Etouffee
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Soups
- Butternut Squash
- Potato and Leek
- French Provencal Vegetable Soup
- Italian Wedding Soup
- Chestnut Cream
- Pumpkin
- Wisconsin Cheddar and Beer
- Mushroom Cream
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Salads
- Caesar with House Made Croutons
- Baby Mixed Green
- Fresh Pear and Stilton Cheese with Romaine Lettuce
- Cranberry, Candied Walnuts and Bleu Cheese with Spinach
- Pasta Salad
- Coleslaw
- Italian Antipasto
- Italian Cucumber, Tomato and Pepper
- Greek – Tomato, Cucumber and Feta
- Caprese – Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil
- Radicchio with Poached Pear and Hazelnuts
- Lemon Parmesan Arugula
- Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese
- Minted Citrus Salad
- Boston Bibb with Crispy Proscuitto, Mushroom Chips, Blue Cheese and Pear
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Homemade Salad Dressings
- Champagne Vinaigrette
- Raspberry Vinaigrette
- Buttermilk Ranch
- French
- Basil Oil
- Roquefort Cheese
- Honey Dijon
- Red Wine and Oregano
- Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Lemon Vinaigrette
- House Italian
- Roasted Tomato Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Caesar
- Peppercorn Ranch
- Warm Bacon
- Hazelnut Citrus Vinaigrette
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Sides
- Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar and Pecan Crumble
- Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
- Green Bean Casserole
- Green Beans with Shallot Vinaigrette
- Braised Collard Greens
- Rice Pilaf
- Italian Sautéed Zucchini and Tomatoes
- Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan
- Steamed Mixed Vegetables with Lemon Sauce
- Broccoli and/or Cauliflower Cheddar Gratin
- Roasted Acorn Squash with Amaretto Glaze
- Roasted Butternut Squash with Cinnamon Glaze
- Glazed Carrots
- Cream of Corn
- Vichy Carrots
- Cornbread Stuffing
- Oyster Stuffing
- Cranberry Sauce
- Berry Gelatin with Walnuts, Celery and Apples
- Braised Cabbage
- Stuffed Artichokes
- Leek and Garlic Potato Gratin
- English Peas
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Breads
- Yeast Rolls
- Biscuits
- Garlic Knots
- French Baguette Rolls
- With Honey Butter or Herb, Shallot and Garlic Butter
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Specialty Drinks*
- Hot Spiced Apple Cider
- Amaretto Hot Chocolate
- Peppermint Hot Chocolate
- White Sangria
- Red Sangria
- Rose Sangria
- Tuscan Sangria
- Lemonade
- Sweet Southern Iced Tea
- Green Iced Tea
- Moroccan Mint Iced Tea
- Strawberry Lime White Iced Tea
- Margarita, Daiquiri or Smoothie Base – Lime, Lemon, Mango, Strawberry, Mango, Sour Apple and Pear
- Beer Margarita
- Cranberry Champagne
- Mojito Bar with Mint, Simple Syrup, Lime Juice, Pomegranate Juice, Pear Nectar, Apricot Nectar and Various Berries
- Bloody Mary Bar with Tomato Juice, Celery, Olives, Hot Sauce, A-1, and Pickled Garlic, Asparagus and Onions
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Appetizer Platters
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Option A (feeds 8 - 10)
- Italian Antipasto Tray
- Assorted Cheese and Fruit Tray
- Vegetable Tray with Ranch or Blue Cheese Dip
- Chicken or Pork Satay with Peanut Butter and Lime Sauce
- Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Reduction
- Pate au Chou with Assorted Fillings
- Filo Dough Cups with Assorted Fillings
- Tomato Bruschetta with Grilled Garlic Crostini
- Baked Brie with Honey and Almonds and Dipping Bread
- Roasted Vegetables with House Made Ricotta and Pesto
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Option B (feeds 8 - 10)
- Guacamole and Salsa with Tortilla Chips
- Fresh Hummus with Pita Chips
- Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Tortilla Chips
- French Onion Dip with Homemade Potato Chips
- Rosemary and Cannellini Bean Spread with Garlic Crostini
- Roasted Artichoke Spread with Garlic Crostini
- Bacon and Wisconsin Cheddar Spread with Toasted Potato Bread
- Shrimp Cocktail with Cocktail Sauce and Lemon Wedges
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Game Day
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Finger Food
- Hot Garlic Wings
- Sticky Sweet Thai Chili Wings
- Cheddar Stuffed Jalapeños
- Stuffed Potato Footballs: Beef, Mushrooms, and Gouda Bacon and Cheddar Pizza Lovers Roasted Garlic, Chives, and White Cheddar
- BBQ Shrimp
- Steak Bites
- Corn Bread Muffins
- 7 Layer Dip with Fresh Salsa, Guacamole and Tortilla Chips
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Main Dishes
- Chili with Cheddar, Scallions and Sour Cream
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Sandwiches
- Italian Sausage and Peppers
- Italian Meatballs
- Kielbasa and Hotdogs in Sauerkraut
- Fresh Ground Chuck Burger with Bacon and Cheddar
- Fresh Ground Chuck Burger with Blue Cheese Cream Sauce and Applewood Smoked Bacon
- Fresh Ground Chuck with Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Mushrooms and Swiss Cheese
- Italian Cannellini Bean Veggie Burger with Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Oil
- Turkey Florentine Burger with Smoked Gouda Sauce
- Thai Chicken Burger with Peanut Butter Sauce
- Balsamic Grilled Portobello Mushroom with Roasted Peppers and Mozzarella
- Indian Garbanzo Bean Veggie Burger with Yogurt Sauce
- Mexican Black Bean Veggie Burger with Cheddar Cheese, Salsa and Guacamole
- Barbeque Style Chicken Brest with Cheddar, Ranch Dressing, and Bacon
- Buffalo Style Chicken Brest with Blue Cheese Sauce and Applewood Smoked Bacon
- Teriyaki Style Chicken Brest with Ham, Pineapple, and Provolone
- Tequila Chili Lime Chicken Brest with Salsa and Guacamole
- Tandoori Style with Mango Chutney, Yogurt Sauce and Grilled Naan Bread
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Side Salads
- Coleslaw
- Mexican Coleslaw
- North Carolina Style Coleslaw
- Macaroni Salad
- Italian Pasta Salad
- Traditional Potato Salad
- Sweet Potato Salad
- Honey Dijon Red Potato Salad
- Mixed Fruit Salad
- Three Bean Salad
- Baked Beans - Vegetarian or Bacon
- Corn and Black Bean Salad
- Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese
- Lemon Orzo Salad with Grape Tomatoes
- Raw Asparagus Salad
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Brownie Variations
- Mascarpone Cream Swirled Chocolate Brownies
- Cherries and Chocolate Brownies
- Rocky Road Chocolate Brownies
- Peanut Butter and Chocolate Brownies
- Raspberry Glazed Chocolate Brownies
- Coconut Pecan Chocolate Brownies
- Mint Chocolate Brownies
- German Chocolate Brownies
- Chocolate Ganache Brownies
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House Made Drinks
- Lemonade
- Raspberry Lemonade
- Southern Sweet Tea
- Peach Sweet Tea
- Arnold Palmer
- Berry Fruit Punch
- Beer Sangria with Lime and Pear
- White Sangria with your Favorite Fruits
- Red Sangria with your Favorite Fruits
- Smoothie, Daiquiri, Mojito or Margarita Base: Strawberry, Peach, Mango, Raspberry, Lime, Lemon
Halloween Party
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Food
- Vampire Blood Tomato Soup with Parmesan Crisp
- Jack-O-Lantern Cheese Ball with Crackers
- Blood Red Beets and Goat Cheese with Citrus Hazelnut Dressing
- Wicked Chicken Wings
- Sweet Potato and Squid Ink Gnocchi with Sage Butter Sauce
- Deviled Egg Assortment – Original, Crab, and Bacon
- Fleshy Salmon Toasts
- Pumpkin Beer Braised Beef Empanadas
- Jack-O-Lantern Sliders
- Bloody Hot Salsa with Blue Tortilla Chips
- Spider Web Baked Brie
- Creepy Rice Crispies
- Apples with Salted Caramel Dip
- Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Icing
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Drinks
- Witches Brew – Cider, Cranberry Juice, Fall Spices and Dark Rum
- Spooky Punch – Strawberry Smoothie, OJ, 7-up and Vodka
- Bloody Mary Bar Stocked with Tomato Juice, Hot Sauce, Celery, Horseradish, A-1, and Olives
Hip Hop Dance Party
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Drinks
- Welch’s Grape Shooters*
- Southern Comfort Punch*
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Entrees
- T-Bone Steaks with Worcestershire Chive Butter
- Fried Chicken with Pecan Honey Glaze
- Shrimp Etouffee
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Sides
- Sweet Potato Casserole
- Mac-n-Cheese
- Collard Greens
- Watermelon Salad with Mint Vinaigrette
- Jalapeño and Cheese Corn Bread
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Desserts
- Peanut Butter and Welch’s Grape Bars
- Sweet Potato Pie
Hors D'Oeuvres
- Prosciutto Wrapped Melon
- Roasted Balsamic Tomato and Goat Cheese Terrine
- French Pearl Onion Pastry
- Green Apple, Raspberry Confiture and Brie
- Mini Croque Monsieur with Béchamel
- Clams Casino
- Grilled Vegetable and Goat Cheese Roulade
- Caprese Skewer with Balsamic Reduction
- Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
- Prosciutto Wrapped Steamed Asparagus
- Pancetta Wrapped Shrimp with Basil Oil
- Smoked Salmon Pate au Chou
- Fresh Vegetable and Goat Cheese Éclair
- Bacon Wrapped Scallops with Lemon Chive Sauce
- Grilled Eggplant, House Made Ricotta, Pesto over Tomato Sauce
- Cherry Tomatoes Stuffed with Gorgonzola
- Breseola and Goat Cheese Purses
- Pork Satay Skewer with Peanut Sauce
- Rosemary Lamb Chops with Mint Yogurt Dip – 2 per person
- Tuna Tartar on Toast
- Melon Soup with Crispy Prosciutto
- Shrimp and Grits Cocktail Glass
- Collard Green Wrap with Crisp Bacon and Julienned Leeks and Carrots
- Mini Jalapeño Cornbread Muffins
- Toasted Potato Bread Topped with North Carolina BBQ Pulled Pork and Slaw
- Mini Fried Mac and Cheese
- Buttermilk Waffle Topped with a Fried Chicken Piece with a Syrup Sweetened Gravy
- Sweet Potato Perogi Filled with Mascarpone Cheese Topped with Candied Pecans
- Guacamole and Salsa with Tortilla Chips Platter
- Antipasto Platter – Assortment of Italian Meats, Cheeses and Salads
- Sliced Vegetable Platter with Ranch Dip
- Shrimp with Pineapple Salsa
- Assorted Cheese and Fruit Tray
- Fresh Made Potato Chips with French Onion Dip
- Deviled Egg Platter – Assortment of Three Types – Traditional, Crab, and Bacon
- Roasted Pepper and Garlic Flavored Hummus with Pita and Vegetables
- Smoked Salmon, Cucumber, Cream Cheese and Dill on Thin White Bread
- Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad on Toasted Potato Bread
- Prosciutto, Blue Cheese, and Fig Spread on Foccacia
- Tandori Chicken and Minted Yogurt Sauce on Grilled Naan Bread
- Cherry Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil on Polenta Tarts with Balsamic Reduction
- Parmesan Crisps with Herbed Mascarpone
- Roasted Butternut Squash, Toasted Hazelnuts and Asagio Cheese Bruschetta on Crostini
- Grilled Eggplant, Roasted Pepper, Fresh Ricotta and Pesto Rolatini
- Italian Sausage, Pepper and Tomato Sauce on Garlic Crostini
- Tomato, Garlic and Basil Bruschetta on Crostini
Italian Cocktail Party (Bruschetta Bar)
Italian Ciabatta Bread Toasts with a variety of toppings including:
- Chopped Plum Tomatoes, Basil and Garlic
- Olive Tapinade
- Cannellini Bean Spread
- Sweet Italian Sausage in Tomato Sauce
- Grilled Balsamic Vegetables
- Roasted Red and Yellow Peppers in an Anchovy based sauce (Bagna Cauda)
- Mixed Italian Meats - including Mortadella, Genoa Salami, Bresaola, Prosciutto and Capacola Ham
- Mixed Italian cheeses - including Fresh Mozzarella, Parmesan Cheese, Gorgonzola, Tallegio, and Fontina
- Marinated Mushrooms
- Poached Artichokes
- Ricotta Stuffed Dates
Ladies Night In
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Canapés
- Pinot Grigio Mussels
- Proscuitto Wrapped Asparagus
- Polenta Tartlettes with Tomato, Basil and Buffalo Mozzarella
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Salad
- Baby Arugula with Lemon Dressing Garnished with a Parmesan Crisp
- Mixed Greens with Wine Poached Pear, Roquefort Cheese and Champagne Vinaigrette
- Baby Spinach with Raspberries and Goat Cheese with Raspberry Vinaigrette
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Soup
- Cream of Chestnut Soup
- Gingered Carrot Soup
- Cream of Tomato Basil
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Entrees
- Seared Salmon over Seafood Broth Risotto
- Mediterranean Chicken with Cherry Tomato, Kalamatas, Capers and Feta over Rice
- Petite Beef Filet with Carmel-Merlot Sauce and Roasted Root Vegetables and Fingerling Potatoes
- Butternut Squash Orzo Pasta with Pecorino Cheese Garnished with Caramelized Apples
- Linguini with Clams and Cherry Tomatoes
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Desserts
- Luscious Chocolate Nutella Mousse with Fresh Raspberries
- Pear and Almond Tart with Mascarpone Cream
- Cherry Clafoutis
- Crème Brulee
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Drinks
- Mojito Bar with Mint, Simple Syrup, Lime Juice, Pomegranate Juice, Pear Nectar, Apricot Nectar and Various Berries
- Bloody Mary Bar with Tomato Juice, Celery, Olives, Hot Sauce, A-1, Pickled Garlic, Asparagus and Onions
- Strawberry Lime Rose Sangria
Monte Carlo Night
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Canapés
- French Pearl Onion Pastry
- Green Apple, Raspberry Confiture and Brie
- Mini Croque Monsieur
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Salad
- Mixed Greens with Wine Poached Pear, Roquefort Cheese and Champagne Vinaigrette
- Mixed Baby Greens with Raspberries and Goat Cheese with Raspberry Vinaigrette
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Entrees
- Lemon Thyme Roasted Chicken au Jus
- Steak au Poivre with Cognac Cream Sauce
- Duck a la Orange
- Mussels in White Wine, Parsley and Garlic
- Herbed Potato Gnocchi with Truffled Béchamel Sauce
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Sides
- French Cut Green Beans with Shallot Vinaigrette
- Tomato Provencal
- French Lentils, Pearl Onions and Bacon Lardon
- Leek and Garlic Potato Gratin
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Desserts
- Pear and Almond Tart
- Strawberry Genoise Cake with White Chocolate Mousse
- Crème Brulee
New Orleans Night
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Canapés
- Oysters with Champagne Zabaglione
- Muffuletta Sliders
- Catfish Nuggets with Remoulade Sauce
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Salad
- Baby Greens Tossed in Sherry Wine-Bacon Vinaigrette with Blackberries and Warm Pistachio Crusted Goat Cheese
- Arugula and Radicchio Tossed in Lemon Vinaigrette with Parmesan, Bresaola and Roasted Sweet Peppers
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Entrees
- Fra Diavolo Jambalaya with Andouille Sausage, Shrimp, Crab, Lobster and Mussels
- Petite Filet with Béarnaise sauce, Asparagus and Potatoes Au Gratin
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Bourbon Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Toasted Candied Pecans and Fatback Braised Green Beans
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Desserts
- Apple Beignets with Cinnamon Glaze
- Sweet Potato Flan with Crème Anglaise and Candied Pecans
Paella and Sangria Party
- Local Farm Fresh Gazpacho with Ceviche Topping
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Paella Choices
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Black Squid Paella
- Fresh Squid
- Squid Ink
- Artichokes
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Vegetable Paella
- Eggplant
- Zucchini
- Yellow Squash
- Mushrooms
- Green Peas
- Asparagus
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Chicken and Mushroom Paella
- Chicken Thighs
- Oyster Mushrooms
- Shitake Mushrooms
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Shrimp and Asparagus Paella
- Shrimp
- Asparagus
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Black Squid Paella
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Sangria Choices
- Fuzzy Navel Sangria
- Rose Wine and Raspberry Sangria
- Red Wine and Pineapple Sangria
- White Wine and Strawberry Sangria
Picnic in the Park
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Appetizers
- Guacamole and Salsa with Tortilla Chips Platter
- Antipasto Platter – Assortment of Italian Meats, Cheeses and Salads
- Sliced Vegetable Platter with Ranch Dip
- Shrimp with Pineapple Salsa
- Cheese and Fruit Tray
- Fresh Made Potato Chips with French Onion Dip
- Deviled Egg Platter – Assortment of Three Types – Traditional, Crab, and Bacon
- Hummus with Pita and Vegetables
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Burger Variations*
- Fresh Ground Chuck Burger with Bacon and Cheddar
- Fresh Ground Chuck Burger with Blue Cheese Cream Sauce and Applewood Smoked Bacon
- Fresh Ground Chuck with Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Mushrooms and Swiss Cheese
- Italian Veggie Burger with Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato
- Turkey Florentine Burger with Smoked Gouda Sauce
- Thai Chicken Burger with Peanut Butter Sauce
- Balsamic Grilled Portobello Mushroom with Roasted Peppers and Mozzarella
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Chicken Breast Sandwich Variations*
- Barbeque Style with Cheddar, Ranch Dressing, and Bacon
- Buffalo Style with Blue Cheese Sauce and Applewood Smoked Bacon
- Teriyaki Style with Ham, Pineapple, and Provolone
- Tequila Chili Lime Style with Mango Chutney
- Tandoori Style with Tomato Chutney and Grilled Naan Bread
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Picnic Sides
- Coleslaw
- Mexican Coleslaw
- North Carolina Style Coleslaw
- Macaroni Salad
- Italian Pasta Salad
- Traditional Potato Salad
- Sweet Potato Salad
- Honey Dijon Red Potato Salad
- Mixed Fruit Salad
- Three Bean Salad
- Baked Beans
- Corn and Black Bean Salad
- Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese
- Lemon Orzo Salad with Grape Tomatoes
- Raw Asparagus Salad
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Brownie Variations
- Mascarpone Cream Swirled Chocolate Brownies
- Cherries and Chocolate Brownies
- Rocky Road Chocolate Brownies
- Peanut Butter and Chocolate Brownies
- Raspberry Glazed Chocolate Brownies
- Coconut Pecan Caramel Chocolate Brownies
- Mint Chocolate Brownies
- German Chocolate Brownies
- Chocolate Ganache Brownies
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House Made Drinks
- Lemonade
- Raspberry Lemonade
- Southern Sweet Tea
- Peach Sweet Tea
- Arnold Palmer
- Berry Fruit Punch
- White Sangria with your Favorite Fruits
- Red Sangria with your Favorite Fruits
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Smoothie, Daiquiri, Mojito or Margarita Base:
- Strawberry
- Peach
- Mango
- Raspberry
- Lime
- Lemon
Romantic Dinner for Two
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Canapés
- Oysters with Champagne Zabaglione Gratin
- Butternut Squash and Asagio Cheese Bruschetta
- Steak Tartar in Hard Boiled Egg Half with Béarnaise Sauce
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Soup
- Cream of Chestnut soup Garnished Roasted Fennel and Chopped Chestnuts
- Sweet Potato Bisque Garnished with Chopped Apple and Pecan
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Salad
- Warm Shaved Fennel with Pink Grapefruit
- Roasted Red Beet and Goat Cheese Napoleon with Hazelnut Citrus Vinaigrette
- Butter Lettuce Salad with Crispy Prosciutto, Oyster Mushroom Chips, Blue Cheese and Pears
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Entrees
- Grilled Eggplant, Roasted Pepper, Ricotta and Pesto Rolatini with Tomato Sauce
- Cider Roast Pork Loin with Apple and Fig Compote and Roasted Butternut and Acorn Squash with Amaretto and Sage Sauce
- Braised Leg of Lamb with Roasted Root Vegetables over Creamy Polenta
- Roasted Lemon and Thyme Chicken with Ratatouille and Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
- Seared Salmon over Saffron and Fennel Risotto with Clams and Mussels
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Desserts
- Apple and Cranberry Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream
- Upside Down Pear Chocolate Cake with Crème Anglaise
- White Chocolate Mousse with Raspberry Couli
Shower Brunch Menu
- Quiche Lorraine – Bacon and Gruyere Cheese
- Quiche Florentine – Spinach, Leek and Fontina Cheese
- Chesapeake Bay Quiche – Crabmeat, Swiss Cheese and Old Bay
- Cucumber, Dill and Cream Cheese Tea Sandwich
- Smoked Salmon, Egg Salad and Crème Fraiche Tea Sandwich
- Fried Green Tomatoes with Corn and Avocado Salsa
- Caramelized French Onion Tart
- Candied Apple Wood Smoked Bacon
- Chicken, Apple and Fennel Sausage
- Baked French Toast
- Brie en Croute with Raspberry Confiture
- Blueberry Scones
- Fresh Cinnamon Rolls
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Drinks
- Coffee Punch
- Southern Sweet Peach Black Iced or Hot Tea
- Strawberry Lime Iced or Hot White Tea
- Pineapple Ginger Iced or Hot Green Tea
- Fresh Margarita Base
- Fresh Daiquiri Base
- Bloody Mary Bar
- Fresh Orange Juice
Southern Comfort
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First Course
- Individual Shrimp and Grits Cocktail Glass
- Southern Deviled Eggs
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Main Course
- Fried Chicken and Buttermilk Waffles with Syrup Sweetened Gravy
- Braised Collard Greens with Country Ham
- Mac and Cheese
- Cornbread Muffins
- Southern Comfort Punch - Southern Comfort, Pineapple Juice, Apricot Nectar, and Lemon Lime Soda
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Assorted Pie Display
- Sweet Potato Pie
- Lemon Meringue Pie
- Pecan Pie
Southern Comfort Cocktail Party
- Individual Shrimp and Grits Cocktail Glass
- Collard Green Wrap with Crisp Bacon and Julienned Leeks and Carrots
- Mini Cornbread Muffins
- Toasted Potato Bread Topped with North Carolina BBQ Pulled Pork and Slaw
- Mini Fried Mac and Cheese
- Buttermilk Waffle Toasted Crisp Topped with a Fried Chicken Piece with a Syrup Sweetened Gravy
- Sweet Potato Perogi Filled with Mascarpone Cheese Topped with Candied Pecans
- Southern Comfort Punch
Tuscan Grilled Feast
- Grilled Garlic Italian Loaf with Cherry Tomato Bruschetta and Fresh Mozzarella and Basil
- Grilled Romaine Cesar Salad
- Rosemary and Garlic Marinated Ribeye Steaks
- Pancetta Wrapped Grilled Shrimp
- Grilled Asparagus with Lemon Oil and Shaved Parmesan
- Balsamic Cipollini Onions
- White Wine and Parsley Marinated Baby Portobello Mushrooms
- Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
- Dessert Grilled Polenta with Grilled Balsamic Plums
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Suggested Drink – Tuscan Sangria
- Sangiovese or Chianti*
- Fresh Orange Juice
- Tuaca Liqueur*
- Vermouth*
- Lime Juice
- Limoncello*
- Sugar
- Ice
- Cinnamon Sticks and Orange Slices
Vegas Night
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Canapés
- Clams Casino
- Grilled Vegetable and Goat Cheese Roulade
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Salad
- Cesar Salad
- Wedge Salad with Crumbled Blue Cheese and Bacon with Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
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Entrees
- Cowboy Ribeye with Garlic and Leek Scalloped Potatoes
- Seafood Puttanesca over Linguine
- Organic Chicken with Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Glazed Carrot Coins
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Desserts
- Assorted Chocolate Covered Fruit
- Decadent Chocolate cake with White Chocolate Mousse
- Luscious Berry Tart with Apricot Glaze
Venetian Masquerade Party
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Canapés
- Caprese Skewer with Balsamic Reduction
- Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
- Prosciutto Wrapped Steamed Asparagus
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Salad
- Baby Arugula, Sweet Grape Tomatoes with Lemon Dressing Garnished with a Parmesan Crisp
- Mixed Greens with Marinated Mushrooms and Roasted Tomato Balsamic Vinaigrette
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Entrees
- Seared Salmon over Risotto
- Mixed Shellfish with Squid Ink Linguini in Seafood Cream Sauce
- Veal Picatta with Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Asparagus Tips
- Chicken Marsala over Mushroom Risotto
- Rosemary Sirloin Skewer with Sautéed Spinach and Gorgonzola Mashed Potatoes
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Desserts
- Tiramisu
- Various Biscotti Tray
- Luscious Nutella Cake
Valentine's Day Menu
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Appetizers
- Roasted Beet, Goat Cheese and Walnut Tart
- Pancetta Wrapped Scallops with Lemon Chive Butter
- Sun Dried Tomatoes and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
- Sun Dried Tomato and Lemon and Parsley Ricotta Brushetta
- Balsamic sautéed Peppers and Mushroom and Goat Cheese Brushetta
- Fennel Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
- Spanish Antipasto with Chorizo, Serrano Ham, Machego Cheese, Piquillo red peppers, Marcona Almonds and Manzanilla Olives
- Prosciutto, Roasted Red Peppers and Fresh Mozzarella over Baby Greens
- Aphrodisiac Raw Oysters with Red Wine and Shallot Mignonette
- Oyster or Clams casino
- Pan Seared Lamb Chops with Chocolate Merlot Sauce
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Salad Choices
- Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Napoleon with Citrus Hazelnut Dressing
- Spinach Salad with Oranges and red onion with Champagne Citrus Vinaigrette
- Fennel Salad with Oranges, Pomegranate Seeds and Olives with Orange Champagne Vinaigrette
- Roasted Beets with Burrata Cheese and Arugula with Balsamic Glaze and Lemon Olive Oil
- Mixed Greens with Pomegranate Seeds, Goat Cheese and Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Spinach with Dried Cranberries, Blue Cheese, Candied Walnuts and Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Pear, Stilton Blue Cheese, Candied Pecans over Romaine with Champagne Vinaigrette
- Pan Fried Oysters over Wilted Greens
- Spanish Salad with Mixed greens, Serrano Ham, Machego, Red Onion, Olives and Sherry Vinaigrette
- Radicchio, Toasted Hazelnuts, Truffled Cheese, and Red Wine Poached Pear dressed with Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Italian Bresola with Arugula, Marinated Shitake, Shaved Parmesan dressed with Goat Cheese Cream and Lemon Oil
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Soups
- Amaretto Butternut Squash Soup
- Mushroom and Sherry Soup with Crouton and Gruyere Au Gratin
- Oyster Chowder
- Roasted Red Pepper Soup with Mascarpone and Crouton
- Carrot and Ginger Soup with Garnished with Greek Yogurt, Chive and Nutmeg
- Tomato Basil Soup with Parmesan Crouton
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Entrees
- Lobster Thermidor Ramekin in Beurre Blanc
- Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Ravioli in Tarragon Butter
- Beef Tenderloin with Balsamic Fig Glaze, Pan Seared Large Scallop, Asparagus and Mascarpone Potato Puree
- New York Strip with Charred Radicchio and Potatoes
- Filet Mignon with Chocolate Merlot Sauce with Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and with Julienne Carrot, Zucchini and Yellow Squash
- Pan Seared Scallops with Broccolini and Red Potatoes
- Roasted Chicken with Sun Dried Tomato-Almond Pesto and Roasted Potatoes
- Shrimp and Spinach with Pink Vodka Sauce over Penne
- Sun Dried Tomato and Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast with Sautéed Zucchini and Yellow Squash
- Pan Seared Duck Breast with Cherry Sauce over Pureed Potato with Julienne Carrot, Zucchini and Yellow Squash
- Spinach, Prosciutto and Provolone Beef Roulade Cooked Tomato Sauce – Brasciole with Parsley Potatoes
- Cornmeal Coated Pan Fried Oysters with Red Peppers and Cabbage Slaw
- Snapper Vera Cruz in Tomato Sauce with Peppers and Olives with Roasted Potatoes
- Chicken Cacciatore with Tomatoes, Mushrooms and Peppers over Penne
- Agave Glazed Salmon with Strawberry Salsa, Asparagus and Coconut Basmati Rice
- Crispy Skin Salmon with Lemon Dijon Tarragon Butter with Baby Red Potatoes and Crisp Asparagus
- Ginger Syrup glazed Salmon with Tangerine Ginger Relish with Baby Potatoes and Haricot Vert
- Squid and Squid Ink Pasta with Pancetta and Artichokes
- Pan Seared Chicken Breast Balsamic Strawberry Sauce with Green Beans, Almonds and Rice
- Potato Gnocchi with Black Truffle Cream Sauce
- Pan Seared Stuffed Pork Chop with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy with Green Bean and Mushroom Saute
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Desserts
- Amaretto Chocolate Fondue with Fresh Fruit
- Nuts and Berries Fondue with Frangelico and Chambord with White Chocolate and Fresh Fruit
- Strawberry Bread Pudding with Strawberry Fragoli Liquor Sauce
- Vanilla Ice Cream with Balsamic Strawberries
- Makin’ Whoopie Pies – Chocolate Cakes filled with Vanilla Frosting
- Cherry Clafoutis
- Amaretto Poached Pears with Vanilla Ice Cream and Toasted Almonds
- Chocolate Hazelnut Heart Shaped Cake with Raspberries
- Crème Brulee in Heart Shaped Ramekin
- Raspberry Bundt cake with Vanilla Whipped Cream
- Orange Polenta Cake with Candied Orange and Shaved Parmegano Reggiano
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Drinks
- Mulled Red Wine with Pears
- Tuscan Chianti Sangria with Oranges, Cinnamon, and Clove
- Amaretto Hot Chocolate with Fresh Whipped Cream
- Strawberry Proscecco Cocktail with Fragoli and Fresh Strawberry
- Raspberry Proscecco Cocktail with Chambord and Fresh Raspberry
- Nuts and Berries Cocktail with Mulled Fresh Strawberries, Chambord, Frangelico and Heavy Cream
- Beauty and the Beast – Jager and Tequila Rose with Mulled Fresh Strawberries
- Fresh Strawberry and Mint Mojito
Fall Dinner Party Menu
- $500 for 4 choices for parties of 4 or less / $85 per person for parties of 5 or more
- $25 per child Ages 6- 12 if children are eating the same food.
- If special ingredients need to be purchased for them it will be at least $100, but adjusted depending on amount of children present.
- Drink Set up - $8/person
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Appetizers
- Mini Beef Wellingtons with Spinach or Mushrooms
- Broiled Mussels, Clams and Shrimp in Garlic, Shallot and Parsley Butter with Crusty Bread
- Butternut Squash and Feta in Phyllo Pie
- Beef Tenderloin ad Horseradish Crostini
- New Orleans BBQ shrimp
- Herb Crusted Lamb Chops
- Veal and Pork Meat Ball Braised in Tomato Sauce over Slow Roasted Polenta topped with Aged Parmigiano
- Ahi Poke Salad
- Antipasto with Prosciutto, Salami, Olives, Provolone, and Roasted Red Peppers
- Steak Tartar with Roasted Garlic Aioli
- Smoked Salmon over Potato and Chive Pancakes Topped with Mascarpone
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Salad Choices
- Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Napoleon with Citrus Hazelnut Dressing
- Spinach with Dried Cranberries, Blue Cheese, Candied Walnuts and Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Pear, Stilton Blue Cheese, Candied Pecans over Romaine with Champagne Vinaigrette
- Radicchio, Mixed greens, Toasted Hazelnuts, Truffled Cheese, and Red Wine Poached Pear dressed with Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Italian Bresola with Arugula, Marinated Shitake, Shaved Parmesan dressed with Goat Cheese Cream and Lemon Oil
- Roasted Butternut Squash, Cranberries, Goat cheese and Pumpkin Seeds over Mixed Greens with Warm Cider Vinaigrette
- Apple, Candied Pecans, Celery, Dried Cherries and Brie over Mixed Greens with Maple Balsamic Dressing
- Bacon, Mushroom, Red Onion and Hard Boiled Egg over Spinach with Warm Bacon Dressing
- Warm Mushroom Salad with Prosciutto, Sun Dried tomatoes over Arugula with Shaved Parmesan
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Soups
- Butternut Squash Soup with garnished with Apple, Bacon and Crème Fraiche
- Mushroom and Sherry Soup with Crouton and Gruyere Au Gratin
- Cream of Chestnut soup Garnished Roasted Fennel and Chopped Chestnuts
- Cream of Celery Root Soup Garnished with Mushroom Duxelle
- Potato Soup Garnished with Irish Cheddar, Applewood Bacon and Sour Cream
- Pumpkin Soup Garnished with Cranberry Apple Relish
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Entrees
- Pan Seared Bone In Pork Chop with Apple and Fig Compote with Brussel Sprouts over Winter Squash Puree
- Sirloin Steak Pinwheel with Spinach, Goat Cheese, Pine Nuts and Roasted Peppers in Tomato Sauce over Mashed Potatoes
- Roasted Lemon and Thyme Chicken with Roasted Cauliflower, Raisins and Pine Nuts over Mashed Sweet Potatoes
- Pan Seared Bone in Pork Chop with Crispy Brussel Sprouts with Bacon over Celery Root Puree
- Pancetta Wrapped Pork or Turkey Tenderloin with Apricot Pinot Grigio Sauce with Assorted Vegetables over Mashed Potatoes
- Snapper Vera Cruz with Zucchini, Peppers, Capers and Onions over Turmeric Rice
- Pan Seared Ribeye Topped with Chicago Style Horseradish Mashed Potatoes with Sherry Thyme Mushrooms and Peppers
- Broiled Mussels, Clams and Shrimp in Garlic, Shallot and Parsley Butter over Linguini
- Pan Seared Halibut Topped with Mushroom Marsala over Risotto
- Tuscan Ribeye with Lemon, Garlic and Rosemary with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Shallots and Parsnips
- Pan Seared Scallops with Roasted Beets, Beet Greens Topped with Beet and Orange Gremolata over Risotto
- Fish or Chicken Piccata over Linguini with Asparagus
- Chicken Cacciatore with Bone in Chicken Legs and Thighs over Penne with Mushrooms, Peppers and Onions
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Vegetarian
- Ricotta, Spinach, Artichoke, Parsley and Basil Stuffed Shells in Tomato Sauce (Portabellas or peppers can be used to keep it gluten free)
- Butternut Squash Gnocchi in Butter Sage Sauce
- Baby Bella, Shitake, Trumpet and Oyster Mushroom Risotto or Pasta finished with Marsala, Cream, Butter, Aged Parmesan and Truffle Oil
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Vegan
- Sweet Potato, Spinach, Parsley, Basil and Silken Tofu Stuffed Shells in Tomato Sauce topped with Vegan Parmesan
- Zoodles with Sun Dried Tomatoes, Capers, Roasted Peppers and Shitake Mushrooms with Lemon Oil Topped with Fresh Basil
- Baby Bella, Shitake, Oyster Risotto Finished Soy Cream, Vegan Parmesan and Truffle Oil
- Spinach, Pepper and Risotto Stuffed Portobello topped with Vegan Mozzarella with a Side of Cubed Butternut Squash
- Sausage and Peppers in Tomato Sauce over Rigatoni with Vegan Mozzarella
- Grilled Zucchini, Eggplant, Red Pepper and Vegan Mozzarella Stromboli
- Quinoa and Cranberry Stuffed Acorn Squash with apricot and Apple Compote
- Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas over Quinoa with Myer Lemon Dijon Sauce Topped with Parsley
- Beet and Lentil Cake Stuffed Portabello topped with Vegan Sour Cream and Fresh Herbs
- Wild Rice, Dried Fruit and Walnut Stuffed Acorn Squash with Amaretto Sauce
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Desserts
- Honey Crisp Apple and Walnut Cake with Chocolate Sauce
- Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce
- Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese and Amaretto Frosting
- Apple Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream
- Camembert Feuillete with Apricot Syrup and Pistachios
- Apple Strudel
- Crème Brulee
- Wine Poached Pears and Vanilla Ice Cream with Mulled Wine Sauce
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Drinks (All alcohol must be purchased by host)
- Mulled Red Wine with Pears
- Tuscan Chianti Sangria with Oranges
- Amaretto Hot Chocolate with Fresh Whipped Cream
- Cape Cod Cocktail with Cranberries, Limes Slices, Lemon Lime Soda and Vodka
Surf & Turf Menu
- Pricing
- All Parties are a $500 Minimum
- One Choice from Surf and One Choice from Turf, Two Accompaniments, Two Sides, One Appetizer, and One Salad or Soup - $100/Person*
- Add Dessert - $15/person/Choice
- Add more appetizers - $15/person/choice
- Add Soup - $5/person
- Add Specialty Drink - $5/person
- When over 10 people please add an assistant on site fee of $150
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Prime Steak & Chops
- Ribeye
- Pork Chop
- Lamb Chop
- Bone-In Veal Chop
- New York Strip
- Porterhouse
- Center-Cut Filet Mignon
- Red Wine Braised Leg of Lamb
- Veal Osso Bucco
- Veal Chop
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Your favorite cut of beef with any two of the following accompaniments
- Rosemary Cabernet Sauce
- Olive Tapenade Sauce
- Lemon Horseradish Cream
- Blueberry Sauce
- Blackberry Sauce
- Chocolate Merlot Sauce
- Chimichurri
- Béarnaise Sauce
- Roasted Garlic Thyme Butter
- Blue Cheese and Shallot Butter
- Gremolata – Garlic, Lemon Zest and Parsley
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Surf Entrees
- Honey Glazed Salmon Fillet with Blueberry Sauce
- Jumbo Pinot Grigio Shrimp Scampi
- Pan Seared Scallops with Lemon Chive Sauce
- Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes in Portobello (available April – December) with Remoulade Sauce
- Cranberry Goat Cheese Salmon Cakes
- Jumbo Old Bay Shrimp
- Coconut Crusted Shrimp with Sweet Thai Chili Sauce
- Seafood Alfredo
- Spicy Seafood Sauté
- Chilean Seabass Fillet with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
- Sole or Trout Meuniere (Skate may be available upon request)
- Sole or Trout Picatta (Skate may be available upon request and availability)
- Pan Seared Whole or Filleted Branzino with Reduced Balsamic (Seasonal)
- Snapper Vera Cruz
- Rockfish Ratatouille
- Lobster Tail with Drawn Butter
- Alaskan King Crab Legs with Drawn Butter
- Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi and Pineapple Salsa
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Side Dishes
- White Wine, Butter and Thyme Mushrooms
- Red Wine, Butter and Rosemary
- Balsamic Mushrooms and Peppers
- Roasted Italian Vegetables in Balsamic Sauce (Eggplant, Zucchini, Mushrooms and Peppers)
- Broccolini with Garlic and Chili Flake
- Steamed Jumbo Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce
- Grilled Jumbo Asparagus with Shaved Parmesan
- Broccoli with Orange Marmalade Sauce
- Creamed Spinach
- Creamed Corn
- Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Garlic
- Garlicky Spinach
- Green Bean, Red Pepper and Shallot Sautee
- French Ratatouille
- Italian Capanota
- Traditional Macaroni and Cheese
- Bacon & Onion Macaroni & Cheese
- Truffled Macaroni & Cheese
- Spatzle with appropriate sauce based on Accompaniments
- Gnocchi with appropriate sauce based on Accompaniments
- Jumbo Baked Potato with Butter and Sour Cream
- Lyonnaise Potatoes
- Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes
- Chicago Style Horseradish Mashed Potatoes
- "Twice Baked" Au Gratin Potatoes with Cheddar and Bacon
- Garlic and Leek Potato Gratin with Gruyere and Parmesan
- Herb and Garlic Roasted Baby Potatoes
- Jumbo Baked Sweet Potato with Cinnamon Honey Butter
- Bourbon mashed Sweet Potatoes
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Appetizer Platters
- Mini Beef Wellingtons with Spinach or Mushrooms
- Lemon Thyme Tuna Tartar on Foccacia
- Mussels or Clams in a Tomato, Garlic and White Wine Broth
- Bacon Wrapped Blue Cheese Stuffed Dates
- Spinach and Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms (V)
- Sausage and Mozzarella Stuffed Mushrooms
- Crab Stuffed Mushrooms (Available April- December
- Pancetta Wrapped Shrimp with Pesto
- Beef Tenderloin and Horseradish Crostini
- Salami Rolls with Mascarpone, Shaved Fennel, Olive and Orange Zes
- Smoked Salmon, Cream Fraiche and Chive Canapes
- Mushroom Duxelle Pinwheels (V)
- Croque Monsieur Sandwiches
- Oysters with Champagne Zabaglione Gratin
- Italian Antipasto Tray
- Assorted Cheese and Fruit Tray (V)
- Vegetable Tray with Ranch Dip (V)
- Chicken or Pork Satay with Peanut Butter and Lime Sauce
- Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Reduction (v)
- Pate au Chou with Assorted Fillings
- Filo Dough Cups with Assorted Fillings
- Tomato Basil Bruschetta with Grilled Garlic Crostini (V)
- Baked Brie with Honey, Sliced Almonds and Baguette Slices (V)
- Roasted Vegetables with House Made Ricotta and Pesto (V)
- Warm Crab Dip with Baguette Slices
- Cheese Ball with Crackers and Sliced Apples and Pears
- Pepper and Chive Coated Goat Cheese Ball with Crackers (V)
- Prosciutto Wrapped Steamed Asparagus
- Assorted Fresh Fruit with Creamy Dip (V)
- Guacamole and Salsa with Tortilla Chips (V)
- Fresh Hummus with Pita Triangles (V)
- Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Tortilla Chips (V)
- French Onion Dip with Potato Chips (V)
- Rosemary and Cannellini Bean Spread with Garlic Crostini (V)
- Roasted Artichoke Spread with Garlic Crostini (V)
- Bacon and Wisconsin Cheddar Spread with Toasted Potato Bread
- Butternut Squash Puree and Asagio with Crostini (V)
- Soup Choices:
- Butternut Squash
- Potato and Leek
- French Lentil
- Celery Root in the Winter/Spring
- Gazpacho in the Summer/Fall
- Italian Wedding Soup
- Sherry Cream of Mushroom
- Wisconsin Cheddar and Beer
- Carrot and Ginger
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Salad Choices
- Caesar
- Baby Mixed Green with Cucumber and Carrot
- Fresh Pear and Stilton Cheese with Romaine Lettuce
- Cranberry, Candied Walnuts and Bleu Cheese with Spinach
- Italian Cucumber, Tomato and Pepper
- Greek – Tomato, Cucumber, Kalamata and Feta
- Caprese – Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil with Balsamic Vinaigrette (Tomatoes are roasted out of Season)
- Radicchio, Mixed Green with Wine Poached Pear and Hazelnuts
- Lemon Parmesan Arugula
- Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Napoleon
- Minted Citrus Salad over Greens
- Spinach, Bacon and Hard Boiled Egg
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Home Made Salad Dressings
- Champagne Vinaigrette
- Raspberry Vinaigrette
- Buttermilk Ranch
- French
- Roquefort Cheese
- Honey Dijon
- Red Wine and Oregano
- Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Lemon Vinaigrette
- House Italian
- Roasted Tomato Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Caesar
- Peppercorn Ranch
- Warm Bacon
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Bread Choices
- Yeast Rolls
- Biscuits
- Garlic Knots
- French Baguette Rolls
- Foccacia
- Dessert Options:
- Spiced Apple Cake with Chocolate Pastry Cream
- Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Filling
- Seasonal Cobbler with Vanilla ice Cream
- Italian Orange Amaretto Pound Cake with Seasonal Fruit
- Tiramisu
- Chocolate mouse with Fresh Fruit
- Chocolate Hazelnut Cake with Fresh Raspberries
- Baklava
- Chocolate and Nut Covered Fruit
- Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce
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Specialty Drink (alcohol is not included)
- Hot Spiced Apple Cider
- Amaretto Hot Chocolate
- Peppermint Hot Chocolate
- White Sangria
- Red Sangria
- Rose Sangria
- Lemonade
- Sweet Southern Iced Tea
- Green Iced Tea
- Moroccan Mint Iced Tea
- Strawberry Lime White Iced Tea
- Margarita, Daiquiri or Smoothie Base –
- Lime, Lemon, Mango, Strawberry, Mango, Sour Apple and Pear
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All rentals if needed are ordered and paid for by host.Chef arrives 2-3 hours before party.All Alcohol to drink is purchased by host.*Each guest can pick their steak cut, but chef must know 48 hours in advance. Don’t be afraid to invite the vegan or vegetarian! I can make a substitute for them.