Following are just a sample of available options.
Contact us to learn more about the many different preparations or to develop your own
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Appetizers: 3 Dozen Minimum
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| Scallops wrapped in Maple Bacon ................................................................................................................................... |
$29.95 per dozen |
| Beef Tenderloin on Focaccia Toasts with Horseradish creame .................................................................................. |
$29.95 per dozen |
| Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Mango Chutney on Crostini ............................................................................................ |
$17.95 per dozen |
| Shrimp Bruschetta on Crostini .......................................................................................................................................... |
$21.95 per dozen |
| Potato Pancakes, red apple & onion compote................................................................................................................. |
$18.95 per dozen |
| Crab Cakes with Red Pepper Aioli .................................................................................................................................... |
$29.95 per dozen |
| Sesame Crusted Chicken Skewers served with ginger sauce .................................................................................... |
$17.95 per dozen |
| Marinated Beef skewers .................................................................................................................................................... |
$21.95 per dozen |
| Pork Pot Stickers served with soy-ginger dipping sauce ............................................................................................. |
$17.95 per dozen |
| Vegetable Pot Stickers served with soy-ginger dipping sauce .................................................................................... |
$16.95 per dozen |
| Spanakopita - baked phyllo triangles with spinach and feta ......................................................................................... |
$21.95 per dozen |
| Sweet and sour cocktail meatballs ................................................................................................................................... |
$21.95 per dozen |
| Baby “Lollipop” Frenched Lamb Chops .......................................................................................................................... |
$29.95 per dozen |
| Mushroom Caps Stuffed with Italian breadcrumbs ........................................................................................................ |
$17.95 per dozen |
| Mushroom Turnovers ......................................................................................................................................................... |
$16.95 per dozen |
| Crabmeat stuffed Mushrooms ........................................................................................................................................... |
$26.95 per dozen |
| Mini Quiches (one type) ..................................................................................................................................................... |
$21.95 per dozen |
| Assorted Quiches ................................................................................................................................................................ |
$23.95 per dozen |
| Mini Deep dish pizza .......................................................................................................................................................... |
$22.95 per dozen |
| Fig, Goat cheese, & balsamic flatbread ........................................................................................................................... |
$17.95 per dozen |
| Artichoke Antipasto Skewers ............................................................................................................................................ |
$27.95 per dozen |
| Mini Franks in puff pastry ................................................................................................................................................... |
$16.95 per dozen |
| Beef Wellington in puff pastry ........................................................................................................................................... |
$34.50 per dozen |
| Chicken Wellington in puff pastry ..................................................................................................................................... |
$32.50 per dozen |
| Shrimp Cajun Wellington in puff pastry ............................................................................................................................ |
$36.95 per dozen |
| Mushroom Vol au vent ........................................................................................................................................................ |
$28.50 per dozen |
| Cheese dill puffs ................................................................................................................................................................. |
$17.95 per dozen |
Phyllo, fig and marscapone ................................................................................................................................................
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$27.50 per dozen |
| Spinach Phyllo ..................................................................................................................................................................... |
$21.95 per dozen |
| Brie Raspberry Phyllo ........................................................................................................................................................ |
$28.50 per dozen |
| Wild Mushroom Strudel...................................................................................................................................................... |
$27.50 per dozen |
| Blue Cheese & Pear ........................................................................................................................................................... |
$32.50 per dozen |
| Asparagus & Asiago in Phyllo ............................................................................................................................................ |
$32.50 per dozen |
| Vegetable Spring Roll ......................................................................................................................................................... |
$17.95 per dozen |
| Chicken Thai Spring Roll ................................................................................................................................................... |
$26.50 per dozen |
| Philly Cheese Steak Spring Roll ....................................................................................................................................... |
$28.95 per dozen |
| Mini Corn Souffle ................................................................................................................................................................ |
$21.95 per dozen |
| Mini Cheese Burgers ......................................................................................................................................................... |
$29.95 per dozen |
| Artichoke Tartlettes ............................................................................................................................................................ |
$24.95 per dozen |
| Beef Empanadas ................................................................................................................................................................. |
$24.95 per dozen |
| Sausage Empanada Portuguese Style ............................................................................................................................. |
$26.95 per dozen |
| Vegetable Quesadilla Cornucopia ................................................................................................................................... |
$27.50 per dozen |
| Chicken Quesadilla Cornucopia ....................................................................................................................................... |
$27.00 per dozen |
| Cheese Blintz ..................................................................................................................................................................... |
$17.95 per dozen |
| DGS “Signature” Fresh Maine Lobster Salad served on Endive ............................................................................... |
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| Roasted Shrimp Salad served on an Endive-leaf Spoon ............................................................................................. |
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| Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with zesty “Dean Martin” cocktail sauce .............................................................................. |
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| Figs with Ricotta, Pistachio and Honey ............................................................................................................................ |
$21.95 per dozen |
| Cheese Stuffed Figs ........................................................................................................................................................... |
$19.95 per dozen |
| Prosciutto Wrapped House-made breadsticks .............................................................................................................. |
$21.95 per dozen |
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| Stationary Displays: 20 person minimum |
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Homemade Salsa & Chips ..................................................................................................................................................
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$5.50 p/p |
Homemade Guacamole & Chips ........................................................................................................................................
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$5.75 p/p |
Mexican layer dip ................................................................................................................................................................
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$4.75 p/p |
Homemade Hummus served with house-made pita chips ............................................................................................
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$3.75 p/p |
International Cheese Display, baguettes and fresh fruit ..............................................................................................
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$5.25 p/p |
Artisanal Cheese Display, ..................................................................................................................................................
served with dried fruits, baguettes, crostini & fresh fruit
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$5.50 p/p |
| Crudités – Caramelized onion dip .................................................................................................................................... |
$3.50 p/p |
| Brie en Croute - each served with house-made crostini .............................................................................................. |
$39.95 each |
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| It's all about Bruschetta: |
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Starting at $5.85 p/p, 20 person minimum
All served with house-made crostini: |
Roma Tomatoes & Fresh Basil
Sautéed Sweet Peppers & Gorgonzola
Caponata
Figs, Prosciutto and Ricotta Crostini
Pecorino Romano w/ Apples & Fig Jam
Neapolitan Crostini
Sweet Pea
Cannellini Bean & Spinach
White Bean & Garlic
Olive and Sun-Dried Tomato Tapenade
White Bean & Roasted Eggplant
Roasted Eggplant |
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| Pizzettes: |
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(examples, create your own)
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Pizzettes with Caramelized Onions, Goat Cheese, and Prosciutto
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Margarita - Fresh Mozzarella and Basil
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Sausage with Roasted Peppers and Caramelized Onions
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Garlic and Tomato (White Pizza)
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| Fig & Prosciutto with Green Onion |
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| Salads: |
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Spinach, Orange, and Almond Salad
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Mixed Baby Greens With Mustard
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Vinaigrette
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Spring Green Salad
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Roasted Beets & Arugula with Blue
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Cheese Dressing
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Beet & Fresh Mint Salad
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Broccoli Salad with Raisin and Nuts
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Homemade Caesar Salad
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| Others Available |
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| Pasta Salads: |
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Homemade Fusilli Pasta Salad with Wilted Baby Spinach, Cherry Tomatoes
and Asiago (a DGS Signature dish, others available)
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| Polenta Station: |
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| Sweet and savory Italian polenta served with a variety of “mix-ins” including marinara
sauce, sautéed mushrooms, grilled vegetables, grilled sausage, grilled shrimp and
many other choices. We’d be happy to discuss the endless varieties available at the
Polenta Station. The Polenta Station is a great vegetarian option. |
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| Bruschetta Bar: |
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| Crispy grilled breads served with a variety of toppings, from traditional tomato/basil to
ragout of mutton. We’d be happy to discuss the multitude of choices. |
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| Risotto Stations: |
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| Creamy Arborio Rice served with a range of “mix-ins” including vegetables, seafood,
chicken, beef and lamb. Another great Vegetarian option, we’d be happy to discuss
specific options available for the Risotto Station. |
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| Proteins / Entrées |
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Beef:
Roast Black Angus Prime Rib of Beef, served with Au Jus
Roast Black Angus Tenderloin of Beef served with Bordelaise or Béarnaise
sauce
Grilled Black Angus Filet Mignon
Grilled New York Strip Steak
Grilled Marinated Flank Steak
Grilled London Broil, served with Au Jus
Braised Short Ribs of Beef
Smoked Beef Brisket
Pot Roast with Brown Gravy
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Lamb:
Roasted Rack of Colorado Lamb
Grilled Lamb Chops
Grilled Boneless Leg of Lamb
Roasted Bone-in Leg of Lamb
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Pork:
Spit Roasted Pig
Roast Pork Tenderloin
Roast Pork Loin
Roast Fresh Ham
Baked Virginia Ham
Porchetta
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Veal:
Roast Loin of Veal
Veal Marsala
Veal Piccata
Veal Parmigiana
Veal Cacciatore
Grilled Veal Chop
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Poultry:
Roasted Chicken
BBQ Chicken
Chicken Marsala
Chicken Piccata
Chicken Parmigiana
Chicken Cacciatore
Chicken Cordon Bleu
Roasted Turkey
Roast Duck
Roast Squab
Roast Cornish Game Hen
Roast Pheasant
Roast Quail
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Game:
Roasted Saddle of Venison
Inquire about other Game selections |
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Seafood:
Grilled Native Striped Bass (Seasonal)
Grilled, Steamed, or Baked
Stuffed Maine Lobster
Lobster Fra Diavlo
Grilled Trout
Grilled Halibut
Grilled Swordfish
Grilled Shrimp
Roasted Atlantic Salmon
Grilled Red Snapper
Louisiana Shrimp Boil
Maryland Crab Boil
Grilled Jumbo Shrimp Skewers
Dana’s “World Famous” Shrimp
Scampi
New England Clambake
Paella
Bouillabaisse
Grilled Calamari
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Vegetarian:
Vegetarian Lasagna
Black Bean and Brown Rice Burritos
Penne Aioli with Broccoli and
Cauliflower
Tofu Stir-fry
Tempe’ Fries
Veggie Burgers
Roasted Veggie Platter with
Brown Rice
Porcini Burgers
Black Bean & Tofu Salad |
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Sandwiches:
Egg Salad
Tuna Salad
Chicken Salad
Roast Beef
Virginia Baked Ham
Italian Cold Cuts
Roasted Cold Beef Tenderloin
French Dip
Monte Cristo
Corn Beef
Pastrami
Roast Turkey
Grilled Chicken |
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Paninni:
The Tuscan: Prosciutto, Mozzarella & Basil
The Sorrento: Mortadella & Provolone
The Genovese: Salami & Provolone
The Fenway Park: Sausage, Peppers & Onions
The Neapolitan: Meatball Parmigiana
The Sicilian: Grilled Rare Yellowfin Tuna Aioli with Arugula |
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Side Dishes:
DGS Catering uses the freshest seasonal ingredients and accompaniments.
Fresh vegetables, roasted, steamed or pureed, rices and grains and a wide variety of
potato preparations are available. DGS Catering can design side dishes to match your
menu or will be happy to discuss the endless varieties available to you depending on
the season and time of year.
Some of our favorites include:
Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes with garlic
& Rosemary,
“V’s” Smashed Potatoes,
“V’s” Savory Hash Browns,
Creamed Spinach
Wilted Baby Spinach with olive oil and
garlic.
“Auntie’s” Stuffed Artichokes,
Roasted French Beans with Red,
Peppers and Toasted Almonds,
Grilled Vegetables,
Sautéed Broccoli Rabbi,
Brown Rice Pilaf,
Couscous,
Roasted Peppers,
Sautéed Mushroom |
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Pastas:
Lasagna,
Ravioli,
Spaghetti,
Linguine,
Angel Hair,
Fettuccine,
Penne,
Gemellini,
Fusilli,
Gnocchi,
Orichetti,
Bowties,
Elbows |
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Sauces:
Dana’s “World Famous” Alfredo (from Stella’s Restaurant, the kid’s love this!)
Junior’s Quick-sauce – The world’s best marinara
Aioli - caramelized onion and garlic (delicious with vegetables)
Italian “Gravy” with Didi’s Meatballs & Braised Pork
Arrabiata - spicy tomato sauce with cherry peppers
Ametriciano - creamy onion and pancetta
Puntenesca - zesty sauce with olives
Carbonara - cream-based sauce with pancetta
Vodka Sauce – red sauce infused with vodka and cream |
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| Desserts: |
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Assorted Pastry available from the Bakery, please call for details
Dana’s “World Famous” Tiramisu
Dana’s “World Famous” Hand-filled Cannollis
Assorted Cookies and Brownies
Sliced Seasonal Fruits
" Make Your Own Shortcake" with Fresh Berries and Whipped Cream (Seasonal)
Make-Your-Own Ice Cream Sundae bar
Biscotti & Almond Biscotti: Anise flavored “twice-baked” Italian cookies
Whoopie Pies: Chocolate cake sandwich filled with frosting
Danish:
Lemon, Raspberry, Cream Cheese Danish
Muffins:
Blueberry, Corn, Banana-Nut, Chocolate Chip, Lemon Poppyseed, Cranberry-Orange
Cupcakes: Chocolate, Vanilla, Red Velvet, Lemon, Chocolate-Raspberry-Mocha
Breakfast Pastries:
Cinnamon Rolls, Sticky Buns, Cinnamon Twists, Raspberry Echo, Palmier, Walnut Twists
Lemon Dream Puff:
A Carriage House Bakery signature dessert, a choux filled with Italian cream, covered in lemon fondant, and drizzled with chocolate ganache.
Cannoli: Pastry tubes stuffed with a creamy filling of Ricotta cheese finished with pistachio nuts, or chocolate chips and a dusting of confectioner’s sugar.
Pasticiotti: Italian pastry made in a fluted pastry tin, it's a tender pastry crust filled with vanilla pastry cream.
Neapolitan: Layers of puff pastry sandwiched with vanilla custard, covered in a sweet glaze.
Paragini:
Similar to a Neapolitan, except this Italian pastry has the bonus of a rum-soaked sponge cake between the Italian Cream and puff pastry.
Cream puff / choux à la crème: Is a choux pastry filled with la Panna montata “whipped cream” or pastry cream, finished with ganache or confectioners sugar.
Éclair: Is a pastry made with choux dough, filled with Italian custard and dipped in Chocolate Ganache.
Ricotta Pie: A sweet Italian cheeses cake made with ricotta filling inside pastry crust.
Banana Boat:
Choux pastry, filled with Italian pastry cream, a slice of bananas, topped with freshly made whipped cream and raspberry jam.
Bismark:
Similar to a Banana Boat, a Bismark is a choux dough filled with pastry Cream, a layer of macerated fresh strawberries covered in fresh house-made whipped cream and topped with a stripe of strawberry jam.
Bianca-Nero: Cream puff, filled with whipped cream, rolled in a special pastry cream and built into a tower, covered with whipped cream and chocolate shavings or sliced almonds either way a treat your guest will never forget. A signature dessert.
Sfogliatelle: A crispy shell stuffed with a baked ricotta cream with pieces of orange zest inside.
Lemon Meringue Tart: A shortbread pastry filled with lemon curd and covered with a fluffy meringue topping
Suspidi: Italian sponge cake layered with Italian cream and covered with fondant icing, also a signature dessert, for 54 years this was my grandfather’s signature petit four.
Fruit Tart:
Shortbread pastry tart shell filled with pastry cream and covered in a selection of fresh seasonal fruits.
Apple Strudel:
A German Dessert classic; layers of flaky pastry dough filled with apples and drizzled with fondant icing and chopped walnuts.
Apple Turnovers / Apple Sticks: Made either in the classic turnover shape or as a “stick,” these apple-filled miniature pies, dusted with course sugar, are a delight to behold.
Lemon, Fig or Raspberry Squares: Flaky pastry dough filled with Lemon, Raspberry or Fig filling. The original “Fig Newton®.”
Strawberry Shortcake: The classic made with an Italian twist; layers of sponge cake, fresh whipped cream and fresh macerated strawberries combine in a light but satisfying delight.
Tiramisu: The classic Italian Dessert; layers of sweet mascarpone cheese, sandwiched between coffee-soaked lady fingers and covered in fresh, house-made whipped cream.
COOKIES:
M&M®
Chocolate Chip
Peanut Butter
Almond Macaroon
Almond Horseshoe
Coconut Macaroon
Greek Walnut
Raspberry Cream Cheese
Champagne Cookies
Italian Butter Cookies
Call for information on a variety Cakes and Pies made to order. A changing selection of Cookies, Brownies and other Italian and American treats made on the premises daily using original recipes from the North End. Come see what we made today!!
Fig Newton is a registered trademark or Nabisco. M&M is a registered trademark of M&M/Mars. |
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| The Italian Family Feast: |
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| Served “Family Style” |
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Antipasti:
A selection of Artisanal Italian Cheeses
A selection of Cured Italian Meats
Roasted Red, Yellow, Green and Orange Peppers
A selection of Olives
Crusty Breads
Garlic & Herb Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil |
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Insalata
Mixed Field Green Salad, served with a Balsamic vinaigrette
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Homemade Caesar Salad |
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Secundi:
Homemade Italian “Gravy” with Meatballs, Pork and Roasted Sausages
Homemade Fusilli or Spaghetti
Homemade Garlic Bread
Crusty Italian Bread served with Garlic & Herb Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil |
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Dessert:
Dana’s Signature Tiramisu
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A selection of Italian Pastries
Espresso, Cappuccino |
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| SEASONAL MENUS |
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| SUMMER |
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The New England Clambake
Fresh New England Quahog Chowder
Steamed Clams served with Clam Broth and Drawn Butter
Steamed Fresh Maine Lobster, served with Lemon and Drawn Butter
Steamed Portuguese Chorizo
Steamed Red Potatoes
Steamed Corn-on-the Cob
Accompanied with warm Parker House Rolls |
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Summer BBQ
Hickory Smoked Round of Beef with Smoked Barbecue Sauce
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BBQ Beef Ribs
Barbecued Chicken with Roasted Corn Salsa
Jumbo Beef Hot Dogs served with Ketchup, Mustard, Onions, Sweet Relish, Mayonnaise, Lettuce and Tomato
Roasted Potato Salad with Celery, Red Pepper
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Blue Cheese Cole Slaw
Grilled Vegetable Salad with Asparagus, Summer Squash, Peppers and Mushrooms in Balsamic Vinaigrette
Assorted Crusty Breads and Rolls |
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Tuscan BBQ
Grilled Flank Steak Marinated in Olive Oil, Fresh Garlic and Chianti
Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Grilled Vegetable Platter including, Summer Squash and Zucchini
Homemade Fusilli Pasta Salad with Spinach, Plum Tomatoes and Asiago Cheese
Homemade Focaccia with Garlic and Pecorino Spread |
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| FALL |
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"A Taste of Fall"
Field Green Salad with Julianne Pears and Crumbled Roquefort Cheese served with a Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin served with Warm Apple Compote
Butter-Glazed, Oven-Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Sautéed Green Beans with Red Pepper accent and Shallots
Accompanied by a selection of Breads to include:
Cranberry Rolls and Homemade Corn Bread, Fresh Whipped Butter |
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Other Fall Menu Ideas
Fresh Pear and Fig Mixed Green Salad
Pork Tenderloin with Prosciutto, Sage and Asiago Cheese
Seared Tuna Steak with White Bean and Tomato Salad
Roasted Balsamic-Glazed Chicken |
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| WINTER |
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Homemade Caesar Salad
Garlic Roasted Tenderloin of Black Angus Beef with a Bordelaise Sauce
Roasted French Beans with Roasted Red Peppers and Roasted Almonds
Potatoes Dianne, Potatoes roasted in a creamy Jarlsburg sauce Accompanied by a selection of Breads to include:
Pecan Rolls, Toasted Baguette Fresh Whipped Butter |
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| SPRING |
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Spring Mix Field Green Salad with Honey Balsamic Dressing
Roasted Colorado Spring Rack of Lamb
Roasted French Beans with Peppers and Toasted Almonds
Dried Cranberry Couscous
Accompanied by a selection of Breads to include:
Cranberry Semolina Batard, Warm Crusty French Bread, Fresh Whipped Butter |
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