Buffet Events
Y = Healthy Choice
d = Vegan option
Chilled Displays
Y Fresh Cut Fruit Display (only the season’s best) $3.50 *d
Domestic Cheese Board with Crackers and Toasts $3.75
Selection of Imported Cheeses with Artisan Crackers, Dried Fruit, and Honey $5.50
Y Garden Display of Raw and Grilled Vegetables with appropriate sauces $3.50
Italian Antipasti (selected Italian meats, cheeses, and vegetables) $7.00
Seafood
Poached Shrimp served on Ice with Cocktail Sauces $8.00
Sushi Display (raw and cooked varieties) $7.50
Whole Poached Salmon presented with Herbed Mayonnaise $8.25
Whole Seared Tuna Loin thinly sliced and accompanied by Asian condiments $7.50
Chilled Seafood Display (our Chef will choose the season’s best) $8.50
Smoked Atlantic Salmon with Traditional Garnishes $8.25
Composed Salads, etc.
Trio of Chilled Dips with Crackers and Breads $4.50
Curried Chicken Salad $5.00
Firecracker Shrimp Salad $6.50
Southern Hoppin’ John Salad $3.25 d
Sicilian Pasta Salad $4.00
Y Tomato, Mozzarella, and Basil Salad with Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Sea Salt $6.00
Y Tomato/Feta Salad with Arugula, Olives, and Barley $5.50
Y Middle East Tabouleh $4.50 d
Hot Displays
Salad
Tossed Salad $3.00
A mixture of cut premium lettuces with appropriate vegetable garnishes
and 2 dressings, Rolls and Butter
Garden Salad Bar $4.00
Spring Lettuces with 2 dressings, Carrots, Cucumbers, Onions, Tomatoes,
Hand-Cut Croutons, Rolls and Butter
Caesar Salad Bar $5.00
Romaine Lettuce with Caesar Dressing on the side, Hand-Cut Croutons,
Shredded Parmesan Cheese, Rolls and Butter
Add to any Salad Bar:
Shredded Cheddar Cheese $1.00
Blue Cheese Crumbles $1.00
Candied Walnuts $1.25
Kalamata Olives $1.25
Crumbled Feta Cheese $1.00
Grilled Chicken $3.00
Grilled Beef Strips $3.50
Sautéed Shrimp $3.00
Applewood Smoked Bacon $1.25
Chopped Egg $1.00
Fried Onion Strings $1.00
Crispy Potato Matchsticks $1.00
Toasted Sunflower Seeds $1.25
Dried Cranberries $1.25
Orange Wedges $1.00
Artichoke Hearts $1.25
Chef Carved Roasts
served with split rolls and appropriate condiments
Herb Roasted Beef Tenderloin $12.00
Prime Rib Au Jus $11.50
Sage and Garlic Roasted Turkey Breast $5.50
Maple Dijon Pork Loin $7.25
Garlic and Herb Roasted Leg of Lamb $9.50
Horseradish Crusted Salmon Fillet $10.00
Roasted Beef Top Round $6.00
Roasted “Prime Rib” of Veal $22.00
Requires a chef/carver at our normal staffing fee of $20 per staff per hour for a 4 hour minimum
Hot Buffet
Chicken
Chicken Breast Roulade $8.00
Stuffed with Italian sausage, spinach, goats’ cheese, and pinenuts
– oven-roasted tomato sauce
Y
Grilled Chicken Breast with Wilted Spinach,
Summer Squash “Angels’ Hair”, and
Roast Pepper Coulis $7.00
Grilled Boneless Chicken Breast with Udon Noodles and Ginger/Soy Glaze $7.00
Grilled Chicken Parmesan on Spaghetti Marinara $7.50
Herb Roasted Chicken with Natural Jus $6.00
Chicken and Wild Mushroom Ragout $7.50
Boneless breast pieces simmered in white wine and cream with wild mushrooms and pearl onions
Braised Chicken Hunters’ Style $7.00
Whole chicken pieces simmered in a tomato demi-glace
with white wine, wild mushrooms, and garlic
Baked Mexican Chicken $6.00
Boneless chicken breast covered with spicy salsa, crushed tortilla crumbs, and cheese
Chicken Piccata $7.50
Sautéed chicken breast with lemon, butter, capers, and parsley
Meat
Petit Sirloin Steaks with Grilled Onions and Mushrooms, Red Wine Sauce $11.50
Roasted Pork Loin with Dijon/Rosemary Jus $7.50
Korean Garlic/Chili Beef Ribs $14.00
Marinated London Broil with Red Wine Demi-Glaze $7.50
Sliced Roasted Beef Top Round with Mushrooms and Gravy $8.00
Braised Beef Short Ribs with Red Wine and Shallot Jus $14.00
Fish and Seafood
Y South American Corvina Bass with Artichokes, Fennel, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes $15.00
Barbecued Salmon with Honey and
Whole Grain Mustard
– Fire Roasted Corn Cream $15.00
Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut with Brown Butter, Raisins, and Grapefruit $14.00
Low Country Shrimp and Grits with Tasso Ham, Andouille Sausage, and Creole Vegetables $11.50
Grilled Salmon with Brandy Lobster Cream and Lemon/Parsley Pesto $15.00
Y Seared Tuna Steaks with Ginger/Teriyaki Vinaigrette and Wasabi Drizzle $13.00
Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Macadamia Nut Crust and Pineapple Salsa $15.00
Shrimp, Scallops, and Lobster “Newberg“ in a Flaky Pastry Shell $16.00
Pasta
Baked Penne Pasta $7.00
With sausage, meatballs, and parmesan in a spicy tomato cream
Italian Beef and Sausage Lasagna $7.00
Cajun Blackened Chicken and Penne with Peppers, Green Onion, and Tomatoes $7.50
Gulf Shrimp and Orecchiette with Garlic, Mushrooms, and Pesto Cream $10.00
Cheese Tortellini in Garlic/Parmesan Cream with an array of Garden Vegetables $6.50
Chilled Displays
Y Fresh Cut Fruit Display (only the season’s best) $3.50 d
Domestic Cheese Board with Crackers and Toasts $3.75
Selection of Imported Cheeses with Artisan Crackers, Dried Fruit, and Honey $5.50
Vegetable Entrees
Vegetable Alfredo Lasagna $7.00
Y Roasted Vegetable Cous-Cous $6.50 *d
Wild Mushroom Ragout over Pappardelle Pasta $9.00
Risotto Bar $8.50
Creamy Italian rice with a variety of toppings
Wild Mushrooms
Roasted Shallots
Toasted Pinenuts
Roasted Eggplant
English Peas
Asparagus Tips
Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Chopped Fresh Herbs
Side Items $1.75
Baked Beans
Southern Potato Salad
Italian Pasta Salad
Green Beans, Onions, & Bacon
Y Steamed Broccoli
Au Gratin Potatoes
Y Jasmine Rice Pilaf
Y Mediterranean Potato Salad
Sweet Potato Soufflé
Y Steamed Asparagus
Butter Mashed Potatoes
Grilled Summer Squash Medley
Y Tossed Salad
Wild Rice Pilaf
Green Beans
Amandine
Broccoli Salad
Y Fresh Cut Fruit
Oven Roasted Potatoes
Honey Glazed Carrots
Green Peas and Pearl Onions
Buttered Noodles
Green Bean Casserole
Macaroni & Cheese
Y Whole Grain Barley Salad
Southern Pasta Salad
Black Bean/Corn Salad
Red Cabbage Salad
Broccoli and Cheese Casserole
Fresh Baked Rolls & Butter OR Garlic Bread $.75
Mashed Potato Bar $6.00
Our creamy butter mashed potatoes with an array of condiments
Sour Cream
Chives
Cheddar Cheese
Whipped Butter
Wasabi
Blue Cheese
Bacon
Horseradish
Cracked Black Pepper
Beverages
Bottled Water $1.25
Soft Drinks $1.25
Bagged Ice
$3.00 serves 20
Iced Tea by the Gallon
Sweet and Unsweetened
$10.00 serves 10
Lemonade by the Gallon
$10.00 serves 10
Dessert
Banana Pudding $3.00
Cupcakes $3.00
Chocolate or vanilla cakes with chocolate or vanilla icing. One selection only please.
Brownies and Blondies $1.75
Assorted Fresh Baked Cookies $1.75
Fresh Cut Fruit $3.50
Strawberry Shortcake $3.50
Homemade sweet biscuits filled fresh strawberries, lavender, and whipped mascarpone
Chocolate Roulade $5.00
Chocolate sponge cake rolled with Swiss buttercream and hazelnuts
Cheesecake $4.50
Served with seasonal fruit topping
Sweet Shots $5.00
Shooters of sweet custards, creams, and liqueurs
A Chocolate Bar $6.00
An assortment of anything we can build out of chocolate ... with a berry garnish (just for color)
Cheesecake Bar $6.50
Bites of cheesecake with dips, sauces, and garnishes to make it more fun
Viennese Table $6.00
A display of our Pastry Chef’s finest creations
Assorted Mini Desserts and Petit Fours $3.75
Stand alone little sweets or a perfect accompaniment to a special occasion cake
Consult us about your specialty Cake or Dessert
needs!
Special Occasion Cakes may be made with a minimum 7 day notice
in a variety of styles, flavors, fillings, and frostings
Buffets with a Theme
Our culinary staff is well versed in international cuisines and the special dietary needs of various cultures. Please don’t hesitate to consult us for custom themed events. The following are our most popular.
Little Italy $21.95
Antipasti Display
Caesar Salad
Steamed Mussels and Clams with Garlic, Lemon, and Herbs
Cheese Tortellini Pasta and Risotto Bar with a variety of Add-Ins
Italian Sausage and Peppers
Roasted Eggplant and Tomato Ragout
Parmesan/Garlic Bread
Tiramisu
Far East $20.95
Asparagus, Ginger, and Red Cabbage Salad
Pork Shaomai Dumplings
Cashew Chicken
Stir-Fried Pepper Steak
Thai Curry Vegetables
Vegetable Fried Rice
Display of Fancy Fortune Cookies and Fresh Fruit
Tapas $22.95
Display of Marinated Vegetables, Olives, Meats, and Spanish Cheeses
Olive Oil Toasts with sliced Tomatoes and Potato/Garlic Mayonnaise
Broad Bean Salad with Garlic and Fennel
Steamed Mussels with Spanish Chorizo, Sweet Peppers, and Cilantro
Marinated Tuna with Olives and Potatoes
Chicken Croquetas with Ham and Pimentos
Caramel Custard Shooters
Tejas 21.95
Tortilla Chips
Nacho Cheese Sauce
Taco Meat with Shells
Black Bean/Corn Quesadillas
Beef and Chicken Fajitas with Onions, Peppers, and Flour Tortillas
Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, Sour Cream, Tomatoes, Lettuce, Shredded Cheese
Mexican Rice and Refried Beans
Apple Enchiladas
Savor the South $15.95
Herb Roasted Chicken
Country Style Steak and Gravy
Green Beans with Bacon and Onions
Spicy Collard Greens
Stewed Okra and Tomatoes
Hoppin’ John
Biscuits and Corn Bread
Warm Peach Cobbler and Fresh Whipped Cream
Eastern Carolina Barbecue $16.95
Barbecued Chicken
Pulled Pork Barbecue
with Eastern Vinegar Based Sauce and Western Tomato Based Sauce
Sandwich Buns and Cornbread
Corn on the Cob
Cole Slaw
Southern Potato Salad
Sliced Watermelon
Assorted Cookies and Brownies
Parisian Crepery $14.95
Fresh Handmade Crepes prepared to order with choices of:
Baked Ham
Sliced Chicken Breast
Swiss Cheese
Cheddar Cheese
Green Onion
Mushrooms
Roasted Peppers
Sautéed Spinach
Sour Cream
Sliced Strawberries
Whipped Cream
Nutella Chocolate/Hazelnut Spread
Club Med $20.95
Middle Eastern Hummus, Tapenade, and Tabouleh Platter
Carrot, Honey, and Almond Salad
“Fattoush” Pita Bread and Vegetable Salad
Chicken Tagine with Apple, Dates, and Preserved Lemon
Garlic/Herb Marinated Pork Souvlaki with Pita Bread
Saffron Vegetable Cous Cous
Middle Eastern Pastry Display
Y = Healthy Choice d = Vegan option
Encore Catering
A full-service catering company supporting the mission of The
Community Culinary School of Charlotte
2401-A Distribution St. Charlotte, NC 28203 voice: 704-790-8646
fax: 704-790-6368
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