A Buffet for a Gala of 250 Guests - Jill & Shawn's Wedding

Jill and her fiancé Shawn wanted their wedding celebration to include a variety of ethnic tastes. Chef Barrett combined Asian, Italian and European cuisine. Their wedding day was not only a marriage of two terrific people, but also a marriage of different tastes.

We happily customize any menu for your unique day. From weddings to private dinner parties, we focus on the unique details of your special event.

Appetizers    (Passed Butler Style on Fresh Herbs)
Smoked Salmon Crisp
Smoked Salmon Rosette, Potato Pancake, Scallion Cream, Chive Stick

Chicken/Cashew Spring Roll
Asian Vegetable Medley, Chicken Sauté, Ginger/Garlic/Lime, Roasted Cashews
Mandarin Orange Dipping Sauce

Smoked Gouda Quesadillas
Granny Smith Apples, Scallion, Smoked Gouda Cheese, Crispy Flour Tortilla

Charred Sushi Tuna
Wasabi Cream, Garlic Crostini

Entree
Asian Salad
Baby Lettuce Medley, Won Ton Crisps, Toasted Sesame Seeds
Rice Wine/Ginger/Garlic Vinaigrette

Jumbo Shrimp & Sea Scallop Kabobs
Citrus Marinated, Mango/Ginger Sauce

Chicken Victoria
Herb Dusted Chicken Breast Coins, Roasted Vegetable/Garlic Stuffing, Roasted Shallot Demi Glaze

Roasted Rosemary Potatoes
Baby Creamer Potatoes, Whole Garlic Cloves, Rosemary Springs, Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Grilled Vegetable Presentation
Tender Asparagus, Gold/Red Peppers, Sherry Mushrooms, Onions

Assorted Artisan Breads, Herb Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Dessert
Petits Fours Presentation
Dark Chocolate Cups, Creamy Chocolate Mousse, Toasted Almonds
Fruit Tartlets/White Chocolate Mousse/Fruit Garnish
Miniature Cream Puffs, Berry Medley
Double Chocolate/Grand Marnier Truffles
Baby Rum Balls

Table Service for 125 Guests - Dr. Kushner's Wine Tasting

Dr. Kushner's choice of Burgundy wines was exquisite. Here we created dishes that would enhance the enjoyment of the wines and capture the bold flavors of the Mediterranean.

Appetizers
Citrus Cured Gravlax Presentation
Citrus/Herb Crusted Cured Sides of Salmon, Garlic Crisps, Scallion Cream
Cucumber Salad

Alsatian Onion Tart
Caramelized Onion, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Swiss Cheese, Puff Pastry Crust

Grilled Andouille Slice
Grilled Smoked Andouille Sausage, Baguette Slice, Creole Mustard

Fish Course
Shrimp Ramona
Pancetta Wrapped Jumbo Gulf Shrimp, White Northern Bean Cassoulet, Pesto Oil

Rustic Bread Medley

Entree
Mahogany Duck
Glazed Duck Breast, Bing Cherry/Port Demi Glaze

Wild Rice Risotto, Wild Mushrooms, Parmesan Cheese

Savoy Cabbage Sauté, Vegetable Confetti

Cheese
Assortment of 3 Fine European Artisan Cheeses
Tallegio/Smoked Pecorino/Spanish Blue
Dried Fruit, Fresh Roasted Almonds

Salad
Salad Mouton
Mixed Baby Lettuces, Citrus/Walnut Oil Vinaigrette, Toasted Pecans

Dessert
Strawberries Romanoff
Casis Macerated Strawberries, Whipped Chantilly Cream, Vanilla Crisp

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Perfect food is our passion. We cater weddings, small parties, business luncheons, brunches, corporate retreats, birthdays, receptions and private affairs. Our award-winning catering is enjoyed at many locations including Selby Gardens, Phillippe Mansion, Ringling Museum, Powell Crosley Estate, Crosley Museum, Chelsea Center, College Hall and The Garden Club. We're extremely familiar with most venues from Sarasota, Long Boat Key, Siesta Key, Bradenton and Ellenton to Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg and Brandon. Delicious food and extreme attention to detail - that's what sets our catering apart.

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