Buffet Dinners
Dinner Buffet
Preset Water
Freshly Baked Artisan Breads
butter with finishing salt
Gaden Salad
cranberries, candied pecans, sliced cucumber, local heirloom tomatoes, champagne vinaigrette
Herb Roasted Broccoli
red pepper
Garlic Smashed Potatoes
garlic confit, red potatoes
Pan Roasted Airline Chicken
charred onion relish, smoky gouda cream sauce, fingerling potato and green bean sauté
Beverages
Traditional Coffee Station
footed glass mugs, Colombian regular and decaf coffee, cream and assorted sweeteners
Dinner Buffet
Preset Water
Artisan Bread Rolls
butter with finishing salt
Florida Inspired Caesar Salad
shaved manchego, grilled romaine, native orange caesar dressing, Cuban bread croutons
Oven Roasted Rainbow Carrots
red pepper
Basted Potatoes
cracked pepper, sea salt
Grilled Salmon
charred citrus salsa
Dijon & Herb Crusted Airline Chicken
pan jus
Beverages
Traditional Coffee Station
footed glass mugs, Colombian regular and decaf coffee, cream and assorted sweeteners
Dinner Buffet
Preset Water
Grilled Artisan Style Breads & Crackers
European butter with finishing salt
Petite Wedge Salad
candied bacon, local tomato, pickled red onion, moody blue, green goddess dressing
Radicchio & Arugula Salad
balsamic & herb reduction, roasted peppers, radicchio, arugula, shaved carrot, cucumber, tomato agave vinaigrette
Fire Roasted Vegetable Medley
mint, parsley, garlic oil, custom spice blend
Grain & Gratin Potatoes
gratin potatoes baked with grain mustard, smoky cheese, chiffonade parsley
Pan Roasted Airline Chicken
charred onion relish, smoky gouda cream sauce, fingerling potato and green bean sauté
Red Wine Braised Short Ribs
brussels sprout petals, cauliflower purée, pan jus
Beverages
Traditional Coffee Station
footed glass mugs, Colombian regular and decaf coffee, cream and assorted sweeteners
Desserts
Chef’s Choice of Dessert Shooters
mini layered cake & mousse shooters: chocolate truffle, strawberry shortcake, lemon blueberry, banana pretzel, valencia orange
Chef’s Choice of Gourmet Petite Desserts
a selection of the following favorites: strawberry frangipane cream tarts, chocolate cups filled with raspberry and chocolate mousse, chocolate pecan pies, chocolate eclairs, profiteroles, fruit tarts, chocolate truffles, mocha cake, coconut macaroons, cream horns, chocolate-dipped strawberries and chocolate-dipped cheesecake lollipops coated with crunchy ground pistachio
Assorted Gourmet Cake Lollipops
house made assorted chocolate covered cake pops, dipped in dark and white chocolate
Plated Desserts
Earl Grey Tea Cheesecake
candied sesame, tea syrup
Florida Orange Infused Chocolate Cake
dark chocolate orange mousse, orange gelee, hazelnut candy crunch
Big Bold Strawberry Tart
classic sweet dough pastry shell, strawberry bavarian mousse, large strawberries, strawberry glaze
Chocolate Caramel Tart
butter tart shell filled with butter caramel & chocolate ganache
Plated Dinners
Plated Salad
Freshly Baked Artisan Breads
butter with finishing salt
select one
Artisan Lettuce Blend
petite tomatoes, European cucumber, quick pickled onions, crumbled feta, garlic croutons, champagne vinaigrette
Grilled Endive & Spring Greens
orange segment, toasted almond, shaved honeybee goat, smoky honey vinaigrette, broken toast
Petite Wedge Salad
candied bacon, local tomato, pickled red onion, moody blue, green goddess dressing
Broccoli & Kale Caesar
parmesan tuille, roasted garlic, anchovy, grilled lemon, torn cuban bread croutons
Beverages
Preset Water
Regular & Decaf Coffee Service
Plated Entree
Fennel Roasted Frenched Chicken Breast
tomato coulis, sautéed green beans and fingerling medley, caramelized onion
Red Wine Braised Short Rib
pancetta, fig, gorgonzola, brussels sprout petals, country cut russets, pan jus
Potato Crusted Grouper
country cut bacon, chive cream, carrot purée, zucchini
Dijon & Roasted Garlic Filet of Beef
lemon and herb oven roasted fingerling potatoes, glazed baby carrots, charred caulilini, demi glace
Pan Roasted Salmon Cake
plantain purée, calabacitas, cilantro sour cream
Food Stations
Plated Salad
Freshly Baked Artisan Breads
butter with finishing salt
select one
Artisan Lettuce Blend
petite tomatoes, European cucumber, quick pickled onions, crumbled feta, garlic croutons, champagne vinaigrette
Radicchio & Arugula Salad
balsamic & herb reduction, roasted peppers, radicchio, arugula, shaved carrot, cucumber, tomato agave vinaigrette
Florida Inspired Caesar
crisp romaine, shaved manchego, housemade caesar dressing, cuban bread croutons
Tampa Salad
crisp romaine, Spanish olives, smoked ham, peppadew peppers, shaved manchego, Cuban bread cruotons
Petitie Wedge Salad
candied bacon, pickled red onion, moody blue, local tomato, green goddess dressing
Beverages
Preset Water
Regular & Decaf Coffee Service
Culinary Action Station
Sliced NY Strip Steak
basted potatoes, mushrooms and onions
Red Wine Braised Short Ribs
brussels sprout petals, cauliflower purée, pan jus
Cuban Roast Pork Station
marinated in dark rum, slow roasted, served with congri rice & pico de gallo
Chef Carved Herb Roasted Chicken
gnocchi puttanesca, fried caper, basil
Local Florida Seafood Sauté
fresh Florida seasonal catch, orange Israeli couscous, tartar sauce, micro basil vinaigrette
Pan Seared Salmon
fennel slaw, petite pea risotto
Spinach & Cheese Ravioli
broccoli pesto, local tomatoes, shaved honey bee goat
Street Taco Station
mojo roasted vegetables, chipotle chicken, and shredded beef, served with soft taco shells & corn tortillas and cilantro rice. toppings to include: cheddar cheese, cotija, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole, fresh jalapenos, vegetable slaw, limes
Enhancements
Butler Passed Hors D’oeuvres
Pear & Goat Cheese Crostini
white wine poached pears, crushed pistachio, whipped goat cheese
Hearts of Palm Cake
yellow pepper coulis
Mini Black Bean Cake
roasted red pepper, cilantro, lime, vegan sour cream
Cauliflower Flatbread
gluten free cauliflower crust, vegan cheese, oven roasted tomato, basil pesto, roasted broccoli
Pesto Chicken Sate
broccoli pesto, sunflower seed, manchego
Smoky Chicken Flatbread
asparagus, grilled onion, custom cheese blend
Cuban Cigar
mojo shredded pork, ham, swiss cheese, dill pickles, mustard sauce
Beef Flank Steak Skewer
minted chimichurri dipping sauce
Peppered Beef Tenderloin Crostini
tomato marmalade, grilled asparagus, herb oil
Fish Taco
fried crisp, cabbage slaw, lime
Seared Ahi Tuna
cold smoked ahi tuna, Asian style spice blend, cucumber coin, wasabi sour cream
Displayed Hors D’oeuvres
Artisanal Cheese & Charcuterie Presentation
sliced Italian meats, artisanal soft and semi-soft cheeses, fire roasted vegetables, grilled breads and crackers
Seasonal Crostini Display
baked brie with fruits & honey, herbed whipped feta, custom hummuses, classic tapenade, roasted eggplant spread, roasted grapes, grilled and chilled vegetables, pickles, custom savory & sweet jams and butter “everything” seasoned lavash, grissini, grilled toasts, Cuban bread crostini, demi baguettes
Butler Passed Desserts
Dessert Cigars
crepes decorated to look like smoldering cigars filled with assorted mousses & dipped in chocolate
Milk & Cookie Shooter
warm mini chocolate chip cookies & chilled milk shots
Chef’s Choice of Dessert Shooters
mini layered cake & mousse shooters: chocolate truffle, strawberry shortcake, lemon blueberry, banana pretzel, valencia orange
Chef’s Choice of Gourmet Petite Desserts
a selection of the following favorites: strawberry frangipane cream tarts, chocolate cups filled with raspberry and chocolate mousse, chocolate pecan pies, chocolate eclairs, profiteroles, fruit tarts, chocolate truffles, mocha cake, coconut macaroons, cream horns, chocolate-dipped strawberries and chocolate-dipped cheesecake lollipops coated with crunchy ground pistachio
Assorted Gourmet Cake Lollipops
house made assorted chocolate covered cake pops, dipped in dark and white chocolate
Plated Desserts
Earl Grey Tea Cheesecake
candied sesame, tea syrup
Florida Orange Infused Chocolate Cake
dark chocolate orange mousse, orange gelee, hazelnut candy crunch
Big Bold Strawberry Tart
classic sweet dough pastry shell, strawberry bavarian mousse, large strawberries, strawberry glaze
Chocolate Caramel Tart
butter tart shell filled with butter caramel & chocolate ganache
S’mores Chocolate Molten Cake
toasted marshmallow, graham cracker crumble, spiked caramel sauce