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THE ART OF APPETIZING

Appetizer selections for any event or party

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PLANNING A COCKTAIL PARTY

The key to a successful party is to have as much fun as your guests.

MENU: Traditional cocktail party fare is appetizers – small savoury finger foods that can be

eaten in one or two bites. Combinations of hot and cold are recommended with a

variety of proteins (beef, duck, chicken), seafood (shrimp, crab, smoked salmon). Be

sure to include some vegetarian and gluten friendly options. It is advisable to ask

regarding allergies or food restrictions on your invitation as it allows you to make special

food arrangements if necessary.

FOOD QUANTITIES: If your party is replacing a meal, calculate 10 to 12 pieces per guest. If your party takes

place outside of meal time 5 to 8 pieces per person should be fine. Also keep in mind

that young men will eat more than woman and seniors.

BAR: Cocktails should be ready when your guests walk in the door as it gives people

something to do and helps get them mingling. As a rule a guest will drink two drinks the

first hour and one drink each hour thereafter. There are 22 mixed drinks in a 750 ml

bottle of alcohol. A bottle of 750 ml bottle of wine will yield 5 glasses and because

champagne only requires a third of a glass pour – one bottle of bubbly will serve 10

guests.

It is the responsibility of the host to ensure that their guests do not attempt to drive if

they are impaired. A smart serve bartender is a wonderful asset to help monitor alcohol

consumption. PAL (alcohol Liability Insurance), can be purchased from your insurance

agent or online – it helps protect the homeowner should a guest have an accident.

Be sure to have lots of non-alcoholic beverage choices on hand. Infused waters made

with fresh fruits, cinnamon sticks not only look great but are very refreshing. Sparkling

water, tea and coffee should always be included.

HIRING A CATERER To truly enjoy your party hire a caterer. They will help you with the menu selection,

staffing, rentals and planning. The holiday season is extremely busy in the catering

world, to avoid disappointment it is advisable to select the date for your party and hire

your caterer as early as possible. Your caterer will usually do a site visit ahead of time to

establish flow and determine what is required.

Owning a catering company – the greatest compliment is when the hostess turns to you

at the end of the night and says, “I had such a great time I forgot I was in my own

home”!!!!

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APPETIZERS

CHEF’S HOT SELECTION

HEARTS OF PALM WITH ASIAGO CHEESE – IN WONTON CUPS* Rated 10 by its fans. Served WARM. Vegetarian

CRISPY CRAB CAKES WITH WASABI MAYO*

These killer crab cakes are a hit at any party!!! Served WARM.

VEGETARIAN SPRING ROLLS – SERVED WITH A HOISON PLUM SAUCE*

Crispy little bundles of veggies – a little taste of Asia. Served warm. Vegetarian

and Vegan friendly

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SPANAKOPITA*

These delicious little mouthfuls of Phyllo pastry are made from freshly picked

organic Swiss chard, local free-range eggs and ricotta and Feta cheese.

Served WARM. Vegetarian friendly

SHARON MUSHROOM FARMS HERB STUFFED MUSHROOMS*

A delicate blend of flavours. Served WARM. Vegetarian friendly

PANISE WITH HOLLAND MARSH RED PEPPER AIOLI*

Very popular in southern France, these deep fried chickpea triangles are

extremely addictive. Vegan, gluten and vegetarian friendly

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SESAME CHICKEN SATAYS*

SESAME GINGER BEEF SATAYS

APPLE CHEDDAR TARTS

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LEEK, CHEVRE AND DOUBLE SMOKED BACON TARTLETTES

No hors d’oeuvre plate is complete without these tiny melt in the mouth tangy

morels. Served hot

SAMOSA’S *

Delicious little pockets of veggies served with a Tamarind sauce. Served hot.

SAUSAGE ROLLS*

Always a favourite – served with chili sauce

ASSORTED QUICHE LORRAINE*

Classic, Florentine and Roasted Red Pepper

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BACON WRAPPED STUFFED JALAPENOS

The classy jalapenos – stuffed with cream-cheese and wrapped with smoked

bacon, oven crisped

SOUP SHOOTERS*

Choice of:

Roasted Squash

Mushroom Bisque

Tomato basil Bisque

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CRANBERRY AND GOAT CHEESE BITES*

GINGER SESAME MEATBALLS*

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BY THE DOZEN ASSORTED NAAN GOURMET PIZZA’S

A delicious assortment of mini gourmet style pizzas including

Pepperoni and Four Cheeses

Grilled Veggie with Goats Cheese

Pesto Bocconcini Bruschetta

SLIDERS

CHOOSE FROM

Pulled Pork with Dixie slaw

Beef with:

Your choice of Blue Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Brie, Goats Cheese and grilled

red peppers, Caramelized Horseradish mayo

Chicken or Turkey with Brie and Red Pepper Jelly

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PULLED PORK

Ten hour slow smoked pork butt pulled with Kentucky Bourbon BBQ sauce served

on sesame slider with Dixie coleslaw

PULLED BEEF BRISKET

Delicious slow cooked brisket served with a Kentucky Bourbon BBQ sauce on a fresh

Kaiser bun

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COLD SELECTION APPETIZERS

SMOKED SALMON AND AVOCADO CREAM Phyllo cups filled with zesty avocado cream and smoked salmon

CAPONADA IN A PHYLLO SHELL*

CHERRY TOMATO AND BOCCONCINI BITES*

Sweet red cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves and silky Bocconcini

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SHOT GLASS CRUITES*

NO DOUBLE DIPPING!! A delicious display of local veggies and dip personalized in their own shot glass

SEARED SMOKED BREAST OF DUCK Served on endive with hot pepper jelly and toasted almonds

STILTON AND CARAMELIZED PEAR TARTLET

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WATERMELON AND FETA BITES*

Drizzled with a light balsamic reduction

BRUCHETTA*

Choice of Feta or Goats Cheese

MANGO SALSA WITH SMOKED DUCK BREAST SPOONS

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MINTED FRESH FIGS WITH FETA

Fresh mint, salty feta and tart herb vinaigrette strategically balanced bring out

the delicate flavours of the herbs. Served at room temperature

PECAN TRUFFLES

Plump delicious grapes, covered in a blue cheese, cream cheese and fresh

basil mixture, rolled in toasted pecan

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PISSALADIERE

Amazing little triangles of puff pastry, home-made tomato reduction, goat’s

cheese and black olives. The French do know how to make pizza! Served at

room temperature.

CURRIED COCONUT MANGO CHICKEN IN A WONTON CUP

Tantalizingly tropical – sweet yet spicy

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SHOTGLASS CHEESE NIBBLES

SUSHI STYLE ASSORTED WRAPS

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ASSORTED VEGGIE TRAY WITH DIPS

SATIONARY DIP AND DUNK BAR

Perfect for a crowd! Assorted corn chips with assorted dips

Curried Veggie Dip

Olive Tapenade

Roasted Red Pepper and Feta dip

Baba Ghanouj

Hummus and variations – Mediterranean, Spicy, Roasted Carrot, Balsamic Onion

Guacamole

Cheesy Black bean

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PREMIUM ADD-ON APPETIZERS

LONG BONE LAMB PREPARED RARE Served with a fresh Chimi Churi Sauce of parsley, oregano, thyme, garlic and olive oil

MINI YORKSHIRE PUDDINGS

Delicious little bites

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DOUBLE SMOKED BACON WRAPPED EAST COAST SEA SCALLOPS Succulent and plump served on a bamboo skewer

TENDERLOIN AND STILTON Thinly sliced beef tenderloin served with caramelized onions, horseradish mayo, on a

bed of Arugula on crusty Italian bread, topped with stilton. Note some will be prepared

without the cheese

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STATIONARY BOARD WALK

A delicious assortment of Canadian and imported Cheeses, fresh fruits,

decadent dark chocolate, spiced candied

STATIONARY THAI CHILI SHRIMP PRESENTED IN A PINEAPPLE

With your choice of a Thai dipping sauce, or lemon dill aioli, or original seafood

cocktail– gluten friendly

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ASPARAGUS DUET

A delicious gluten friendly appetizer

Asparagus wrapped in Prochuitto and Asparagus wrapped in smoked salmon

with cream cheese and chives

Note the pricing on this appetizer is directly affected by the seasons. During the

winter months pricing will be determined by the current cost of asparagus

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COLD THAI CHICKEN AND MANGO SALAD

Served in a Chinese box with chop sticks Vermicelli noodles, with a variety of tender crisp shoots, bean sprouts, and Thai

basil, moist chicken pieces in a lime coconut, cilantro dressing

Gluten Friendly

Boxes can be made without chicken – vegan and veggie friendly

HOLLAND MARSH BRUSCETTA TRIO STATION

A self serve station featuring 3 delicious Bruschetta mixes

Served on toasted French bread

Wild Mushroom and fresh

herbs

Tomato basil

Roasted Veggie

These can be ordered individually if desired

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CHARCUTERIE BOARD

Italian Meats, Pate,

Assorted Cheeses, grapes, strawberries, cantaloupe

Assorted Olives

Pistachios, Almonds

Figs with balsamic and Feta

Assorted Italian Breads

Chutney

Cherry Tomatoes with Bocconcini

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DESSERTS

Assorted Desserts and Specialty Cakes

Traditional Squares, petite cookies, tarts

Premium French Pastries and cakes priced upon request

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MACARONS A meringue-based Parisian style delicacy, made from egg whites, almond

powder and sugar.

Gluten- free sweet filled with mouthwatering ganache, made without artificial

flavourings or preservatives.

FLAVOURS

Blackcurrant, blueberry, cappuccino, chocolate, chocolate orange, chocolate

raspberry, chocolate hazelnut, chocolate mint, dulce de leche, green tea,

lemon, mango, orange creamsicle, passion fruit, pistachio, pina colada,

raspberry, salted butter cream, tiramisu, strawberry daiquiri, vanilla,

pomegranate mai tai, apple martini, B-52, Grasshopper

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SPECIALTY CAKES FOR ALL OCCASIONS

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STATIONS

ITALIAN PASTA STATION

A station with an Italian flair! Individual orders of pasta, served by a chef a la

minute for the guests.

SAUCE CHOICES: Choice of 2

Alfredo

Pesto Cream

Pomodoro (Tomato)

All served with fresh parmesan cheese and chili pepper flakes

PASTA CHOICES:

Penne

Gnocchi

Fusilli

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A TASTE OF THE FAR EAST

A station with Asian flair! Individual orders of stir-fry will be served by a chef a la

minute for the guests. Stir-fried Asian noodles served with a selection of crisp

veggies.

With shrimp, chicken, beef, bbq pork additional cost

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A TASTE OF INDIA

5 oz portions of

Butter Chicken

Moroccan Chickpea Tagine

Served with Basmati Rice

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MASHTINI STATION

A potato lover’s dream

Yukon and Whipped Sweet Potato Blend

Served with the following topping selections:

Fresh Chives, Cheddar cheese, smoked bacon, sour cream

YORK REGION PORK PRODUCERS PORCHETTA STATION

Amazing tender pulled pork, served with grilled peppers on crusty Spaccatelle

buns is always a hit!!

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CARVED BARON OF BEEF

Juicy and tender beef presented on a fresh French banquette and served with

caramelized onions, and a choice of, creamy horseradish mayo and Pommery

Honey Dijon

SEDUCTIVE SUSHI PLATTERS

Presented in boats a variety of:

California Rolls, Spicy Tuna, Spicy Salmon, Shrimp Rolls served with Soya

sauce, and pickled ginger and wasabi.

Pricing depends on selection

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JERK CHICKENTINI STATION

Jerk chicken served on authentic island rice in a martini glass – gluten friendly

RISOTTO STATION A delicious risotto with fresh parmesan cheese

Choice of Mushroom

Asparagus

Squash and Chive

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SEASONAL FAVOURITES

TURKEYTINI

A complete Christmas dinner in a martini glass. Including roasted turkey,

buttermilk mashed potatoes, Chef Todd’s own stuffing, garden peas, rich gravy

and port wine cranberry sauce

GOAT’S CHEESE SANTA CLAUS

Mini Santa’s made from a goat’s cheese cream cheese mixture

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PRICING

Costing is based on per person pricing

Smaller orders can be placed by the dozen - there is a 2 dozen minimum

requirement

Appetizers do vary in cost depending on the ingredients, the season and time

required to prepare

TO PLACE AN ORDER 1. Please select your choice of appetizers and email list to

[email protected]

2. Provide the number of estimated guests

3. List any food restrictions or allergies

4. State whether this is a drop-off or if staffing is required

5. Rentals – we are a full service company and can provide you with rentals

including, glassware, china, flatware, tables, chairs, linens, convection

ovens, BBQ’s, chocolate fountains

6. If this is a staffed event include the arrival time of the guests and location

of the event

7. Once your information has been received a quotation will be sent to you

outlining the costing and details of your event

8. A signed contract will be required to reserve date and a deposit will need

to be submitted

9. For events that include staffing, a site-visit will be arranged to help

determine the final set-up

10. You will be contacted five days prior to the event to confirm the final

guest count

STAFFING, RENTALS AND DELIVERIES ADDITIONAL

Elegant disposables are a more economical alternative to

china and flatware