Our Celebrated Menu Offerings are designed to give you a framework to create a customized selection of cuisine for your private event.
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2018 The Celebrated Cuisine Menu Offerings
Menu Offerings
2018
Menu Offerings
2018
At Celebrated Cuisine, each menu is unique, inspired by the season, the palate and the hosts. Our clients select from a variety of options based on an extensive interview designed to understand taste preferences and type of party. Whether your event is seated, a buffet, passed hors d’oeuvres, or a combination, the focus of Celebrated Cuisine is to provide a memorable five star dining experience.
Dips and Spreads
Artichoke, Spinach and Parmesan
Roasted Anaheim Chili and Artichoke
Hummus Many Ways: Classic /Roasted Red Pepper/Sweet Potato/Roasted Eggplant
House Made Guacamole
Cucumber Raita
House Made Flatbread/Bruschetta
Classic Diced Roma Tomato, Fresh Oregano and Garlic
Granny Smith Apples, Mascarpone and Gorgonzola with Crispy Prosciutto, Balsamic Drizzle
Smoked Salmon/Horseradish Crème Fraîche/Caramelized Red Onion/Capers
Shrimp/Basil Pesto/Water Chestnuts/Havarti
Ceci (Chickpea) Bean Purée with Arugula, Red Onion, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Fig Jam, Gorgonzola, Pears and Prosciutto
Signature Celebrated Classics and Marvelous Mouthfuls
Maryland Style Crab Cakes/Classic Tartar Sauce
Southwestern Crab Cakes/Chipotle Aioli
Shrimp and Sweet Potato Cakes with Caper-Cornichon Sauce
Sesame and Nori Crusted Sashimi Ahi “Cubes”/White Miso Sauce
Chipotle Shrimp Tostada Bites with Smashed Avocado and Smoky Crema
Herb and Mustard Crusted New Zealand Lamb “Lollichops”
Italian Meatballs in House Made Marinara
New World Quesadillas: Mango and Brie/ Asian Pear and Smoked Gouda/Papaya, Sweet Onion, Oaxacan Cheese
Asian Chili Glazed Shrimp
Sashimi Grade Ahi Tuna “Spoons”, Blood Orange Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Crispy Caper
Mexican Shrimp Cocktail/Celery/Scallion/Valentina
Asian Marinated Flanken Beef Ribs
Gyoza (Pan Seared and Steamed Dumplings) Pork, Vegetarian or Shrimp
Caprese Skewers of Baby Heirloom Tomatoes and Cigliene Mozzarella
Mushroom and Leek Spring Rolls/Soy/Sambal Sauce
Asian Beef Skewers/Red Miso/Hoisin/Garlic Chili Paste
Vanilla Bean Butter Poached Lobster Bites
Phyllo and Puff Pastry
Crispy Tomato, Ricotta and Mozzarella Turnovers
Sweet Onion, Gorgonzola and Pancetta Phyllo Triangles
Mediterranean Phyllo “Cigars” with Basil OIl
Chorizo and Oaxacan Cheese “Empanadas”
Tartlets of Granny Smith Apple, Caramelized Onion and Blue Cheese
Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onion Tartlets
International Cheese and Antipasti Table
Imported, Domestic and Artisanal Cheese and Charcuterie Offered with Fresh and Dried Fruit, Nuts,
Crackers and Baguette, Roasted Vegetables, Assorted Olives and Spreads
Chef Laura’s Signature Salads
Foodie Chopped/Kale, Quinoa, Roasted Sweet Potato, Dried Cherries, Pepitas, Balsamic Sherry Drizzle
Italian Chopped/Baby Romaine, Artichoke Hearts, Garbanzo Beans, Perlini Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes, Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette
Southwestern Chopped Salad/Fire Roasted Corn, Roasted Pepitas, Cotija, Avocado, Raisins, Romaine, Chipotle-Cider Vinaigrette
Chopped Chop Salad/Pearl Cous Cous, Currants, Asiago, Arugula, Roasted Corn & Grape Tomatoes, House Made Pesto Vinaigrette
Classic Salads
Baby Spinach with Strawberries, Feta and Toasted Almonds, Poppy Seed Vinaigrette
Butter Lettuce, Brie Crouton, Candied Pecans, Caramelized Apples. Pomegranate Seeds, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Classic Caesar Salad with House Made Croutons
Baby Arugula Salad with Tomatoes, Shallots, Navel Oranges and Tarragon, Goat Cheese Crottin, Citrus Cider Gastrique
Two Hearts Salad: Artichoke Hearts, Hearts of Palm, Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Signature Tuscan Salad of Cabbage with Avocado and Pine Nuts, White Truffle Oil
Baby Greens with Candied Pecans, Gruyere & Apples, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Ratatouille and Goat Cheese Salad with Basil Pesto Vinaigrette
The “BLT” Romaine, Crispy Prosciutto, Parmesan Wafers and Heirloom Tomatoes, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Baby Romaine, Gorgonzola, Poached Pears and Pecans, Merlot Reduction
Baby Spinach with Edamame, Broccoli, Almonds and Carrots in White Miso Vinaigrette
Watermelon, Heirloom Tomatoes, Feta and Pine Nuts, Balsamic Reduction
Halloumi with Arugula, Tomatoes and Watermelon
Entrée Salads
Grilled Sirloin Salad
Salade Niçoise with Ahi Tuna
Orzo Salad with Shrimp, Pecorino and Pine Nuts
Brunch
(also see Chef Stations)
Sour Cream Coffee Cake
Assorted Muffins and Blueberry Scones
Quiche: Broccoli Cheddar, Wild Mushroom, Lorraine
Frittatas – To Order
Smoked Salmon Platter featuring Tomatoes, Capers, Red Onion
Strata-sphere: Prosciutto, Provolone and Herbs; Three Cheese, Shiitake and Crimini Mushroom
Cinnamon Wheels with Cream Cheese Frosting
Yogurt and Berry Parfaits Featuring Laura’s Gourmet Granola
Vegetables, Grains and Pasta
Gratin Dauphinois: Yukon Gold Potatoes Layered in Gruyere and Cream
Roasted Asparagus with Balsamic Drizzle
Seasonal Roasted Vegetable Platter with Balsamic Drizzle
Totally Decadent Kid Friendly, Adult Loved Mac and Cheese
Grilled Eggplant and Tomato Towers with Basil Oil
Tomatoes Provençal: Herb and Breadcrumb Stuffed
Spaghetti Squash with White Beans and Basil Pesto
Toasted Pearl Cous Cous with Shallots and Pine Nuts
Roasted Vegetable Crepes with Herbed Cream Sauce
Fish and Shellfish*
Note, Sauces are Interchangeable Among Most Fish
Pan Seared and Roasted Halibut or Sea Bass in Thai Chili Glaze
Thai Shrimp and Pineapple Curry
Stone Ground Mustard and Honey Glazed Salmon
Parmesan Crusted Sole with Crispy Caper Buerre Blanc
Lemon Almond Stuffed Salmon in White Wine
Horseradish Crusted Salmon Tournedos with Mustard Cream Sauce
Roasted or Grilled Salmon with Tomatoes, Cucumbers and Capers
Grilled Salmon with Fire Roasted Corn Relish
Roasted Salmon with Basil Pesto and/ or Sun Dried Tomato Tapenade
Morita Pepper/Maple Glazed Salmon or Shrimp
True Cod Piccata
Lemon Nut Crusted Halibut with Citrus Salsa
Seared Sea Scallops with Roasted Red Pepper Coulis
Almond Crusted Ono or Sea Bass with Garlicky Gremolata
Southwestern Shrimp Scampi
Grilled Swordfish with Pineapple Plantain Chutney or Cucumber Jalapeno Salsa
Seared Tuna, Olives and Arugula over House Made Fettuccini
Lobster and Champagne Risotto
Sea Bass Puttanesca
Macadamia Crusted Ono or Mahi Mahi
Argentine Spiced Grilled Swordfish, Chimichurri Sauce
Vanilla Bean Butter Poached Lobster Tail
Beef and Lamb*
Herb and Mustard Crusted Beef with Red Wine Reduction
Deconstructed Beef Wellington
Boeuf Bourguignon
Beef Medallions with Caramelized Shallot and Madeira Wine Sauce
Bleu Cheese Crusted Beef with Rosemary Balsamic Glaze
New York Strip with Argentinean Chimichurri
Steak Au Poivre with Brandy-Dijon Cream Sauce
Frenched Rack of Lamb with Herb Crusted Persillade
Mediterranean Beef Kabobs with Kalamata Olive Dipping Oil
Grilled Bistecca Florentine with Romano Crusted Tomatoes
Sun Dried Tomato, Basil and Provolone Stuffed Flank Steak
Pork*
Roasted Pork Loin with Chipotle-Honey Glaze
Prosciutto Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Cremini Mushroom Sauce
Crunchy Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops
Grilled Pork Chops with Honey Mustard Glaze
Macadamia Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Apricot-Hoisin Glaze
Grilled Spiced Pork Chops with Grilled Peach Salsa
Chicken and Turkey
Chicken Romano with Fire Roasted Sun-dried Tomato Sauce
Chicken Breast in Brandy Dijon Sauce
Chardonnay Braised Chicken with Garlic
Chicken Marsala
Chicken alla Pizzaiola
Chicken Saltimbocca – Prosciutto and Sage in Marsala Wine Sauce
Chicken Francese
Brined and Roasted Turkey Breast, Chardonnay Au Jus
Interactive Chef Stations
Chef Carved, offered with Au Jus and Silver Dollar Rolls
Beef Tenderloin with Horseradish Crème Fraîche
Roasted Salt Brined Turkey Breast with Stone Ground Mustard Sauce
Chipotle Rubbed Pork Loin, Honey Chipotle Glaze
“Fajita-Dillas” (Fajita/Quesadilla Combination) Made to Order
Southwestern Seasoned Chicken, Steak or Shrimp
Sautéed Poblano Peppers, Caramelized Sweet Onion, Shredded South of the Border Cheese
Guacamole, Salsa and Mexican Crema
Fresh Pastas Tossed to Order
Asiago Cream Sauce, Fresh Marinara, Alfredo, Roasted Garlic Oil, Basil Pesto
Chicken, Salmon, Shrimp and Beef
House Made Pizza (also see Flatbreads, Page 1)
Margherita, Basil Oil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Reduction
Fresh Mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano, Fontina, Blue Cheese
Roma Tomatoes, Roasted Bell Peppers, Pears, Figs, Fresh Basil, Prosciutto di Parma, Hot Italian Sausage
Interactive Desserts
Crepes with Ricotta-Mascarpone and choice of Poached Pears, Cinnamon Apples,
Roasted Strawberry Sauce or Amaretto Chocolate Sauce
Bananas Foster with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Build Your Own Ice Cream Sandwich Bar
Build Your Own Ice Cream Sundae
Fireball Apple Flambé with Caramel Bread Pudding
Desserts
Crème Brulée
Vanilla Bean, Double Deep Chocolate with Toffee Crumbles, Pumpkin Crunch, Coconut
Chocolate!
Chocolate Truffle Parfait with Vanilla Bean Mascarpone Mousse
Fleur de Sel Chocolate Bites
Bittersweet Chocolate Molten Cakes with Strawberry-Pomegranate Coulis
Chocolate Truffle Cake and Peanut Butter Mousse Parfait
Flourless Chocolate Cake with Kahlua Chocolate Drizzle
Fallen Chocolate Soufflé with Caramel Sauce
Tiramisu Sandwich Cookies/Marscarpone/Kahlua
S’Mores Tartlets
Incredibly Fabulous Cookies and Bars
Honey Roasted Peanut Crunch Granola and Butterscotch Chip
White Chocolate Chip and Dried Cranberry
Chocolate Chip Pretzel Bars
Snickerdoodles
Classic Chocolate Chip
Butterfinger Blondies
“Christmas Krak TM” (Seasonal Only)
Baseball Bars with Butterscotch and Peanut Butter
Panna Cotta
Lemon with Blackberry Sauce
Chocolate with Port Soaked Cherries
Pumpkin with Ginger Crème Anglaise
Cupcakes and Mini Cakes
Bananas Foster Baby Cakes
Vanilla Bean with Strawberry Buttercream
Lemon Curd with Lemon Buttercream
Carrot Pineapple Cupcakes with Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting
Red Velvet with Cream Cheese Frosting
Fruit Themed
Lemon Curd Tartlets in Shortbread Crust
Roasted Pears with White Chocolate Zabaglione
Roasted Pineapple with Ginger Crème Anglaise and Caramel Dust
Cointreau Macerated Raspberries with White Chocolate Drizzle
Classic Apple Strudel
Key Lime Pie
Lemon Bars
Pecan Bites in Phyllo
Bread Pudding
Caramel Apple with Fireball Flambé Apples
Bourbon Bread Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce
Dulce de Leche Bread Pudding
Signature Baby Cheesecakes
Classic Vanilla Bean, Decadent Chocolate, Pumpkin Pecan, or by request
