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WEDDING MENU BUFFET STYLE

PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES

SALMON CANAPES
Smoked Northwest Salmon cured with dill and capers canapés

ITALIAN BRUSHETTA
Bread toast with creamy artichoke sauce, tomatoes and basil

PESTO SAUCE CANAPES
Made with basil, parmegian cheese, pipe nuts served with bread croutons

MAIN COURSE BUFFET STYLE

FRESH FRUIT DISPLAY
Seasonal selection of fruits beautifully garnished with fruit and vegetable flowers

BASKETS OF BREADS
Assortment of freshly baked breads in original presentation

MANDARIN-ALMOND SALAD
Organic greens, mandarins and almonds in caramel with Balsamic Vinegar and Olive Oil

BEEF A LA MODE
Slices of beef cooked in Cabernet Sauvignon wine.

CHICKEN PARMESAN
Oven roasted chicken breast with parmesan cheese sauce

POTATOES WITH BECHAMEL SAUCE
New potatoes with Béchamel sauce made with cream and cheesed

NOTE:  All these items are included but could be change for others of your preference

THE FOLLOWING SERVICES ARE INCLUDED WITH YOUR MENU
Two hours set up, three hours service, one hour cleaning
Decorations for the food table
Dinner and cocktail napkins
Chaffers to keep food warm
Silver trays and buffet utensils
Candles in candleholders for the food table
Fine disposable plates for the main course (china also available)
Disposable forks and knifes (stainless silverware also available)
Tablecloth with skirts for the food table
Uniformed wait staff
Coordination during the event

NON ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Non-alcoholic punch made with fresh cantaloupe
Iced tea and water
Coffee

INCLUDED WITH THIS:
Tablecloth with skirts for the bar table
Silver urn for coffee
Nice disposable coffee cups
Nice disposable glasses
Silver trays
Cocktail napkins, ice containers, ice

ALCOHOLIC AND NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
White wine
Red wine
Champagne for a toast
Beer
Punch
Sodas & water
Coffee

INCLUDED WITH THIS:
Bartender for the drinks
Tablecloth with skirts for the bar table
Nice disposable glasses and coffee cups
Disposable champagne and wine glasses
Silver trays, cocktail napkins, ice containers, ice

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HORS D'OEUVRES BUFFET STYLE

CHEESE DISPLAY
Nice arrangement of cheese balls served with gourmet crackers:

Cheese-nut ball
Cheese-almond ball
Cheese-fresh herbs ball

FRESH FRUIT DISPLAY
Seasonal selection of fruits beautifully garnished with fruit and vegetable flowers

MUSHROOMS PROVENCAL CAPS
Mushrooms caps filled with a blend of cheeses, scallions and parsley

PUFF PASTRY MINI PIZZAS
Crunchy pizzas topped with Mozzarella cheese, tomatoes and oregano

CRAB BALLS
Made with crab meat and fresh herbs, served with a yogurt and lime sauce

BEEF (OR CHICKEN) “EMPANADITAS”
Triangles of pastry filled with ground beef or chicken, onions and raisins

HAWAIIAN SANDWICHES
Hawaiian stile sandwiches with Ham and Pineapple

CHICKEN SANDWICHES
Chicken breast salad cocktail size sandwiches

CILANTRO MOUSSE TOPPED WITH SHRIMP
Exotic mousse made with cheeses and cilantro served with gourmet crackers

BLUE CHEESE AND NUTS CANAPES
Small toasts with a creamy mix of blue cheese topped with nuts

SALAMI CONES
Salami filled with creamy cheese and herbs

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UPSCALE HORS D'OEUVRES BUFFET STYLE

GRAPES WITH GOAT CHEESE
Large Chevre grapes filled with creamy goat cheese

PATE
Homemade style Pate made with chicken liver served with cornichons and gourmet toasts

CHEESE TRAY
Imported and domestic cheeses with gourmet crackers

CAVIAR MOUSSE
Soft mousse topped with caviar served with gourmet crackers

SALMON VINAIGRETTE
Fresh Salmon marinated in Olive Oil, Wine vinegar and fine herbs, served with bread

SHRIMP COCKTAIL
Boiled shrimp over a lettuce bed with avocados and Golf sauce, served on wine cups

SHRIMP WITH COCONUT
Shrimps crusted with coconut and chives sauté and served with side of:

MANGO-ORANGE VINAIGRETTE

SEAFOOD “CEVICHE” IN ARTICHOKE LEAVES
Fish and seafood marinated in lemon juice, fresh herbs and red onion and spices

SUSHI ROLLS
Small rolls of Nori sheets with shush rice, crab and cucumber

MELON AND PROSCIUTTO ROLLS
Fresh melon rolled with Italian Prosciutto

BEEF TENDERS SATAI KEBABOS
Beef Tenders tips, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers with a spicy peanut dipping sauce

POTATOES WITH "HUANCAYNA " SAUCE
Small potatoes with spicy cheese sauce over a bed of lettuces garnished with olives

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SIT DOWN DINNER

PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES

SHRIMP CANAPES
Puff Pastry cases filled with creamy bell peppers topped with shrimp and dill

CANTALOUPE ROLLED HAM
Fresh cantaloupe sticks rolled with ham

ROQUEFORT AND WALNUTS CANAPES
Small toast with Roquefort Cheese, walnuts and chives

SPINACH AND CHEESE TRIANGLES
Filo rolls filled with Feta Cheese, Spinach chives and dill

PLATED SALAD

GRAPES AND PECANS SALAD
Colorful salad made with organic greens, romaine lettuce, grapes, pecans and raisins with a dressing made with Mango, Balsamic Vinegar and Olive Oil

PLATED MAIN COURSE

ROAST BEEF IN COGNAC
Beef Slices in a Cognac reduction

CHICKEN BREAST IN ORANGE SAUCE
Slices of chicken breast cooked in White Wine and orange sauce

JUMBO SHRIMP IN CHAMPAGNE AND SAFFRON SAUCE
One jumbo shrimp sauté with shallots in Champagne and Saffron sauce

CHERRY TOMATO WITH GOAT CHEESE

ROASTED RED PEPPERS

MACEDOINE OF VEGETABLES
Broccoli florets and carrots with onions sauté

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CORPORATE EVENTS

LUNCH MENU BUFFET STYLE I

TOMATO-MOZZARELLA SALAD
Fresh tomatoes, Mozzarella cheese and Basil with Balsamic vinegar and Olive Oil

BEEF BOURGUIGNON
French dish made with small pieces of beef cooked in Red wine, with pearl onions and shallots

OVEN CHICKEN WITH CAPPERS AND OLIVES
Mediterranean style chicken with fresh tomatoes, cappers and olives

GREEN BEANS WITH WALNUTS
Whole green beans with onions and garlic sauté, topped with walnuts

STRAWBERRY CAKE
Vanilla cake filled and topped with fresh strawberries and Chattily cream

LUNCH MENU BUFFET STYLE II

SANTORINI GREEK SALAD
Romaine and Organic greens, Feta cheese, Kalamata Olives, Bell Peppers, Red Onions with Champagne vinegar dressing

ROAST BEEF WITH MUSHROOMS
Beef Slices in a Cognac reduction with mushrooms sauté

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH FRESH HERBS
Simple but exquisite dish made with chicken breast roasted in white wine, topped with herbs

NEW POTATOES WITH FRESH HERBS
New potatoes with butter and fresh herb in broth

BLACK FOREST CHOCOLATE GATEAU
Chocolate cake flavored with Kirsch liquor, filled and cover with cream and cherries

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CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST BUFFET STYLE

ASSORTED CHILLED FRUIT JUICES
Orange, Grapefruit and Apple

COFFEE
Freshly Brewed Coffee served with sugar, sweet ‘n’ low and cream

SLICED FRESH SEASONAL FRUIT
Served with fruit Yogurt Dressing

ASSORTED GOURMET BREADS AND PASTRIES
Basket of fresh croissants, rolls, mini toasts, Orange Loaf, served with Butter, and Preserves

CHICKEN CREPES
Filled with grilled chicken, Béchamel Sauce made with fresh cream and gratin with cheese

FRUIT CREPES
Filled with Bananas, Strawberries and Nuts, assorted fruit toppings and Whipped Cream

QUICHES
Sliced quiches filled with cheese, bacon and ham

SPINACH SOUFFLE
Sliced soufflé made with cheese and spinach

SCRAMBLED EGGS TOPPED WITH CHEESE
Scrambled egg topped with cheese, tomatoes and onions sauté

WAFFLES

SERVICE
Tablecloths for the food and drinks tables
Decorations for the food and drinks tables
Wait staff service for 2 hours
Nice disposable glasses, cups, plates, ware & napkins. China plates are also available.

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ITALIAN STYLE MENU

PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES

CROSTINI ALLA NAPOLETANA
Toasted bread slices with Mozzarella cheese, ripe tomatoes and fresh olives Naples style (anchovy fillets could be added also)

ITALIAN BRUSHETTA
Bread toast with creamy artichoke sauce, tomatoes and basil

PESTO SAUCE CANAPES
Made with basil, parmegian cheese, pipe nuts served with bread croutons

HORS D’OEUVRES STATION

BASKETS OF BREADS
Assortment of freshly baked breads in original presentation

CAPRESE SALAD
Fresh tomatoes, Mozzarella cheese and Basil with Balsamic vinegar and Olive Oil

ITALIAN ANTIPASTO
Served with breadsticks, Aioli-Garlic Mayonnaise and Dijon Dip
Slices of sausages, salamis and prosciutto
Provolone and gorgonzola cheeses
Artichoke hearts
Marinated green and black olives
Roasted zucchini, bell peppers and eggplant

PASTA STATION

SPAGHETTTI ALLA PUTTANESCA
Spaghetti with ripe plum tomatoes, black olives, parsley, anchovies, hot red chili pepper and green caper sauce.

“PAGLIA E FIENO” STRAW AND HAY
Egg and Spinach flat pasta with creamy mushroom sauce made with Portobello mushrooms, prosciutto, fresh basil, cream and parsley

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LATIN AMERICAN MENU

HORS D”OEUVRES

SEAFOOD “CEVICHE”
Fish and seafood marinated in lemon juice, fresh herbs and red onion and spices

POTATOES WITH "HUANCAYNA " SAUCE
Small potatoes with spicy cheese sauce over a bed of lettuces garnished with olives

MEXICAN “TOSTADITAS” TOPPED WITH CAVIAR
Small tortillas chips, topped with refried beans,” Queso Fresco” and Caviar

BEEF (OR CHICKEN) “EMPANADITAS
Triangles of pastry filled with ground beef or chicken, onions and raisins

TARTS WITH HEART OF PALM
Small tarts filled with fresh herbs and mayo sauce with Heart of Palms

GREEN PLANTAIN BALLS
Green plantains mashed and filled with pork meat deep fried and served hot

MAIN COURSE DISHES

BEEF OR CHICKEN FAJITAS
Beef strips, onions, bell peppers sauté, served with corn and flour tortillas

“PICADILLO CUBANO”
Ground beef with onions sauté, bell peppers, cumin, raisins and waluts

“ROPA VIEJA”
Central American dish made with shredded beef, garlic, tomatoes and onions

BEEF ON CILANTRO SAUCE
Beef stew strips, Peruvian style, cooked in beer and cilantro with green peas

PORK WITH MANGO
Pork loin slices roast in apple cider, dry mustard, cloves and mango. Topped with diced mango

MOLE
Mexican dish made with chilies, chocolate and chicken breast slices

PISTO MANCHEGO
Manchegar Vegetable Medley from the region of La Mancha, Don Quixote’s country, this dish combines zucchini, tomatoes, red peppers, boiled potatoes, Cured ham and dry white wine

“ASADO DE CERDO” ROAST PORK
Slices of pork marinated with coriander, thyme oven roasted served with capers and stuffed

PAELLA
Chicken and Seafood Rice Mussels, shrimp, squid, octopus, chicken, Chorizo sausage
Saffron rice made with dry white wine

SIDE DISHES

BLACK BEANS CUBAN STYLE
Black beans with garlic and onion sauté and a touch of cumin

SAFFRON RICE
Rice cooked in wine with saffron and green peas

RICE WITH CAPPERS AND OLIVES
Rice cooked with tomato paste, cappers and olive

BLACK BEANS CUBAN STYLE
Black beans with garlic and onion sauté and a touch of cumin

“PAPAS CHORREADAS”
Potatoes Colombian style with sauce made with cheese, onions, tomatoes and cream

DESSERTS

FLAN
Delicious soft milk custard topped with caramel sauce

3 MILKS CAKE
Soft biscuit soaked in condensed, evaporated milk and heavy cream topped with Cherries

MANGO MOUSSE
Delicious soft cream mango mousse topped with mango slices

"ALFAJORES"
Soft tea biscuits filled with creamy milk sauce

MARZIPAN FRUITS
Small shape fruits made with almond paste

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MEDITERRANEAN STYLE MENU

HORS D’OEUVRES/MEZZE

HUMMUS
Dip that combines chick-peas, Tahini, lemon juice, and garlic served with Pita Bread

FILO CHEESE AND SPINACH TRIANGLES
Filo filled with Feta Cheese and spinach

ARTICHOKE CANAPES
Bread toast with creamy artichoke sauce topped with tomatoes and basil

MARINATED OLIVES
Mediterranean olives with red onions in wine vinegar with fresh herbs

MAIN COURSE

PILAF RICE
Basmati Rice with Saffron and vegetables

GREEK SALAD
Organic greens, Romaine, Feta cheese, Kalamata Olives, Tomatoes, Bell Peppers with Balsamic Vinegar and Olive Oil

LAMB KEFTAS
Patties made with ground lamb mix with onion, Cayenne pepper, mint, cilantro and cumin

CHICKEN WITH PRUNES AND HONEY (DEYECH BIL BARQOQ AU AASAL)
Chicken breast Moroccan style with prunes, raisins, cinnamon, honey, ginger and tomatoes, finalized with Sesame seeds

MACEDOINE OF VEGETABLES
Assortment of Mediterranean vegetables: Eggplant, Zucchini, Bell Peppers, Mushrooms, Red Onions and carrots oven roasted with Olive Oil and Rosemary

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INDIAN STYLE MENU

CHICKEN SAMOSAS With tamarind sauce

GREEN CORIANDER CHUTNEY
A mixture of fresh coriander, chilies and garlic with lemon juice

SPICY YOGURT CHUTNEY
Natural yogurt, green chilies, cloves and cumin seeds

GREEN MANGO CHUTNEY
Delicious and tangy chutney, made with fresh green mango

CARROT AND GARLIC PICKLE
A combination of fresh carrots, garlic and green chilies marinated

BASKETS OF BREADS: NAAN AND CHAPATTI (ROTIS)
Assortment of freshly baked breads in original presentation

CHICKEN TIKKA
Chicken breast marinated in chili powder, turmeric, yogurt, ginger, Garam Masala and lemon

SPICED BASMATI RICE
Basmati Rice, green peas, cumin seeds, coriander and chili powder

SPICY LENTIL SIDE DISH
Lentils seasoned wih tomatoes, fresh green chilis and turmeric

CHICKEN PEA AND POTATO CURRY
Very tasty dish consist on chicken peas and potatoes flavored with sesame seeds, garlic, cumin

KUKU PAKA
Spiced chicken and coconut dish full of exotic flavors

KOFTAS
Beef meatballs spiced with garam masala, ginger and fresh green coriander

CHUGA KASORI
A combination of corn, tomatoes, peanuts, turmeric and mustard seeds

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