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Appetizers

Borshin Stuffed Mushrooms

Garlic & herb Borshin cheese stuffed mushrooms, topped with crispy breadcrumbs, baked and served with creamy tomato pink sauce

Chile-Lime Crab Wonton Cups

Lumb crab meat tossed with fresh lime juice, fire roasted chiles, red onion, red bell pepper & cilantro. Layered in freshly baked wonton cups, topped with avocado puree

Carmelized Onion, Brie & Apple Tarts

Brown sugar simmered red onions, top thinly sliced macintosh apples & Brie, all baked atop individual puff pastry tarts

Pesto-Mozzarella Crostini

Spinach & walnut pesto topped w/buffalo mozzarella & baked on crostini bread slices, topped with balsamic glazed portobello mushrooms

Carnitas vs. Polenta

Tender spicy cola braised pork carnitas tops creamy classic poured polenta, drizzled with cream frachie

Sweet Potato Pancakes w/Cinnamon Apples

White sweet potatoes & yams hand grated tossed with fresh herbs, sautéd in olive oil, topped with sweet cinnamon apples, cream frachie & microgreens

Hollandaise Dippers

Hand broken french baguette pieces and fresh broiled asparagus (and/or steamed broccoli) ready to dip in a classic lemon butter hollandaise sauce. A great starter with wine and a group of friends!

Cheeseburger Wontons

Ground sirloin sauted w/fresh herbs, layered with cheddar cheese, baked in mini wonton cups, topped with mango-cilantro salsa & micro greens

Crostini Duo

Oven roasted vine ripened tomatoes & creamy ricotta cheese top grilled french baguette bread, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Along with second crostini of bosc pear, ricotta, walnuts & honey drizzle

Turkey Meatballs w/blue cheese & tomato vinaigrette

Lean ground turkey & grated garden veggies hand rolled and sautéd, topped with blue cheese crumbles & drizzled with sherry-cherry tomato vinaigrette

Coconut Shrimp and Mango Puree

Coconut breaded and fried shrimp served with cilantro-mango puree

Spinach & Balsamic Portobello Toasts

Balsamic glazed portobello mushrooms & spinach, topped with caramelized bell peppers & onions, layered on baguette slices. A great vegetarian appetizer!

Mexican Braised Chicken Chips and Guacamole

Slow simmered chili and cumin spiced pulled chicken breast, topped with melted cheddar cheese atop individual tortilla chips, served with freshly smashed guacamole

Crab Cakes with Meyer Lemon Wasabi Mayo

Lump crabmeat, fresh herbs and breadcrumbs fried to perfection, served with a spicy meyer lemon wasabi mayo sauce

Classic Bruschetta

Toasted Baguette slices topped w/tomato, garlic & basil salsa, drizzled with balsamic vinegar & olive oil

Mini Garlic Meatloaf Bruschetta

Mini meatloaf sliced atop toasted baguette and spicy marinara sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese

Crab and Avocado Salad on Baguette with Mango Salsa

Lump crabmeat tossed with avocado, red pepper, fresh herbs and a light lime-mayo sauce, topped with a cilantro-mango salsa, all atop toasted baguette slices

Grape-Chicken Salad on Whole-wheat crackers

Roasted chicken breast, fresh herbs, shallots and grapes mixed with a light lemon and mayo sauce, atop sesame and poppy seed wheat crackers

Asian Chicken Egg Rolls with Spicy Chili Sauce

Ginger-soy sautéed chicken breast bites tossed with fresh cabbage and bean sprouts, wrapped in thin dough and fried. Served with a spicy red chili sauce, or a classic sweet-n-sour

Potato Skins with Balsamic-Red Wine Sauce

Broiled to perfection potato skins topped with cheddar cheese and bacon, served with green onion sour cream and a sweet balsamic red wine sauce

Crab Stuffed Peapods

Lump crabmeat and fresh herbs mixed with a light lemon cream cheese and mayo sauce, stuffed into crispy fresh peapods

Red Wine Glazed Scallop and Herb-Corn Smashed Potatoes

Sautéed shallots, red wine and balsamic vinegar glaze top a perfectly seared scallop, sitting atop herb and corn smashed potatoes

Classic Greek Saginaki with Flat Bread

Broiled Greek Kasseri cheese with brandy and fresh lemon, lit on fire for a fun party surprise, enjoy with warmed flat bread and/or pita chips

Salads

Pear and Gorgonzola

Mesclun mix topped with caramelized pecans, Bosc pear slices and fresh crumbled Gorgonzola cheese. Served with a traditional balsamic or blue cheese dressing

Blackberry & Spinach Salad

Baby Spinach topped with fresh cucumber, blackberries, yellow peppers, goat cheese and sliced almonds. Served with Pineapple Vinaigrette

Cashew Chicken Cranberry

Roasted chicken tossed with rotini noodles, cashews, dried cranberries, crushed pineapple, red grapes, celery and light chive-lemon mayo sauce

Zucchini Salad

Thinly peeled zucchini strips tossed with arugula, cherry tomatoes, scallions & yellow bell pepper, served w/lemon vinaigrette dressing

Sweet & Savory

Grilled chicken breast tossed with romaine lettuce, carrot, red cabbage, black olives, dried cranberries, cucumber, red bell pepper & blue cheese, served w/raspberry vinaigrette

Hawaiian-Macadamia Nut

Mixed greens and romaine topped with fresh pineapple slices, honey ham, Swiss cheese, cherry tomato, and Macadamia nuts. Served with a sweet poppy seed dressing

Chicken Taco

Romaine lettuce with pulled Mexican spiced chicken, corn, black beans, tomato, cheddar and tortilla chips with a sweet and tangy or avocado dressing

Raspberry Yogurt Frozen Fruit Salad

Fresh berries, and tropical fruit mixed in a light cream and raspberry yogurt, then frozen. Perfect to eat as a cool salad on a hot day!

Garden House w/Homemade Croutons

Mixed greens with broccoli sprouts, green pepper, tomato, cheddar, bacon, egg and pita chips, with ranch dressing

Artichoke-Pesto Chicken Pasta

Freshly blended artichoke, basil and pine nut pesto, tossed with pulled roasted chicken breast, black olives, baby tomato, green beans, and peppers

Pacific Rim Salad

Grilled ginger beef strips tossed with romaine and coleslaw, with bean sprouts, water chestnuts, snow peas, mandarin oranges, green onions and wontons. Served with a sweet soy-ginger dressing

Traditional Greek

Romaine and mixed greens, red onion, cucumber, beets, tomato, garbanzo beans, feta cheese & pita chips. Served with a red wine Greek dressing

Chinese Tofu Salad

Bok choy and romaine lettuce tossed with soy-ginger marinated tofu, cucumber, edamame, red pepper, mandarin oranges and rice noodles. Served with sesame-peanut dressing

Lemon Endive with Caramelized Walnuts

Endive and watercress mix topped with bacon, caramelized walnuts and blue cheese, served with a lemon vinaigrette

Greek Pasta Salad

Grilled oregano chicken cubes tossed with Gemelli noodles, red onions, beets, and feta cheese on a bed of romaine. Served with a traditional Greek dressing

Country Chicken Salad and Grapes

Garden veggie poached chicken breast bites, tossed with celery, red grapes, caramelized pecans, fresh herbs and a light mayo sauce

Summer Berry Salad

Fresh strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries and other seasonal berries, mixed with light fresh mint and orange sauce

Tuscan Bread Salad

Marinated black and green olives with sun dried and Roma tomatoes, cucumber, grilled chicken breast tossed with a Greek lemon vinaigrette. Before serving, toss in day old Tuscan bread cubes, and lay on top a bed of mesclun mix

Traditional Caesar

Romaine lettuce tossed with grilled oregano chicken strips, shredded Parmesan cheese and homemade croutons. Served with a traditional creamy Caesar dressing

Pasta Caprese

Rotini pasta tossed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, sautéed garlic and onions, sweet grape tomatoes, basil and fresh mozzarella cheese

Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese

Olive oil roasted red beets and crumbled blue cheese top a bed of baby greens and spinach, served with a red wine vinaigrette

Classic Chicken or Tuna Salad

Herb poached pulled chicken or tuna mixed with fresh celery and a mayonnaise base sauce with fresh herbs and spices. Can be served with a bed of greens and dressing or pita bread.

Favorite Dressings:

House Ranch, Balsamic, Red Wine Vinaigrette, Pineapple-Poppy, Lemon Basil, Sweet and Tangy, Sesame, Avocado, Greek, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Citrus Vinaigrette, Spicy Chipotle, Sweet and Soy Ginger, Strawberry Balsamic, Creamy Caesar, Blue Cheese, Blood Orange Vinaigrette, Lemon-Parmesan Vinaigrette, Mango-Pear, and Sweet Poppy Seed

Soups

Sausage Fennel

Sweet crumbled Italian pork sausage sautéd with shredded fennel & onion, simmered w/kale, Swiss chard, chicken stock & pasta noodles, with a hint of Parmesan cheese

Bacon Black Bean

Bacon sautéd onion, celery, garlic & mexican spices, simmered w/black beans & chicken stock, pureed until smooth

Verde Chicken Chili

Roasted Chicken and Chili peppers simmered with cannellini beans, chicken stock, lime & cilantro. Great w/crumbled corn muffins, even better made spicy!

Tomato Bisque

Slow simmered onions, fresh vine ripened tomatoes & chicken stock, pureed until smooth and finished with a dash of cream

Spicy Carrot-Curry Soup

Sautéd onions & carrots simmered with curry, cumin, chicken stock & sirracha, blended until smooth & finished with cream

Cream of Garden Vegetable

Fresh onions, garlic, carrots, celery, broccoli, zucchini and asparagus sautéd and simmered in a creamy béchamel sauce

Sweet Potato Lentil

White & orange sweet potatoes simmered w/onion, tomato, ginger, kale, peas, chicken stock & red lentils

Brown Sugar Apple & Butternut Squash

Roasted butternut squash and apples with butter and brown sugar, simmered in chicken stock, finished with cream, cinnamon croutons and fresh chives

Cheddar Broccoli

Fresh broccoli florets simmered in a creamy cheddar cheese béchamel sauce

Mexican Chicken Tortilla

Slow cooked Mexican spiced chicken sautéd with garden veggies, cumin, cilantro, tomato and lime, simmered in chicken stock, topped with freshly fried flour tortilla noodles

Pasta Fagoli

Ground sirloin sautéd with garden veggies and beans, slow simmered in tomatoes and Italian seasonings with Diliti pasta

French Onion

Golden sautéd sweet onions slow simmered in beef stock. Before serving top with thick bread croutons and shredded gruyére cheese, ready to broil until golden & bubbly

Lemon Chicken Orzo w/Swiss Chard

Roasted Chicken & garden veggies glazed with fresh lemon juice, simmered with chicken stock, multi-colored swiss chard & orzo pasta

Slow Cooked Chili

Ground sirloin sautéd with onions and peppers, slow simmered in tomatoes, beans, cumin and chili powder

Avgolemono

Traditional Greek lemon rice soup with tangy egg lemon broth and long grain white rice

Roasted Corn Chowder

Roasted sweet corn sautéd with onions, peppers and potatoes, simmered in chicken stock, and pureed with red pepper

Sausage-Tortellini

Sautéd onion, garlic, carrots, celery and Italian beef sausage, slow simmered in tomato and beef stock, finished w/cheese tortellini

Cream of Asparagus

Sautéd asparagus spears simmered in a classic béchamel cream sauce

Beef Tips and Barley

Tri-tip beef slow braised in beef stock, barley, garden veggies, baby potatoes and green beans

Country Potato and Cheddar

Baby red potatoes and garden veggies simmered in chicken stock, cream and cheddar cheese

Homemade Chicken Noodle

Rich chicken stock and pulled roasted chicken breast, simmered with garden veggies, fresh herbs, and homemade thick egg noodles

Garden Minestrone

Sautéd garden veggies, corn and green beans, slow simmered in crushed tomatoes and Italian seasons

Cream of Cauliflower & Carrot

Fresh cauliflower, carrots and garden veggies, simmered in chicken stock, pureed and finished with cream

Chilled Summer Berry

Fresh raspberries, blueberries and strawberries pureed with citrus and mint simple syrup

Orzo and Spinach

Sautéd chicken, spinach and garden veggies, simmered in chicken stock with orzo pasta

Vegetarian Corn Chili

Sautéd garden veggies, corn and peppers, simmered with Mexican spices and tomato sauces

***Most soups can be made Vegetarian and/or Vegan***

Chicken Dishes

Pesto-Red Pepper Chicken

Baked chicken breast layered w/freshly made pesto, roasted red pepper & buffalo mozzarella, topped w/panko breadcrumbs. Served w/balsamic mushroom saute & couscous

Sundried Tomato and Spinach Chicken Pasta

Sautéd chicken breast bites, sun dried tomato and garlic spinach, deglazed and simmered in white wine, finished with light cream and tossed with fusilli pasta

Spicy Red Curry Chicken and Garbanzo Beans

Chicken breast bites sautéd with shallots, lemongrass, red pepper, coconut milk, spicy red curry paste, garbanzo beans and spices, served atop peanut-herbed quinoa

Lemon Chicken Picatta

Sautéd lemon-herb marinated chicken breast strips simmered in garlic-lemon sauce, tossed with green beans, mushrooms, yellow squash and whole grain pasta

Chicken Verde Chili & Pasta

Spicy green salsa, onions, garlic, corn & chilies simmered w/roasted chicken & cannelini beans. Served w/rotini pasta or cornbread

Chicken in Phyllo with Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

Boneless chicken breast topped with lemon, garden herbs and mixed cheeses, all wrapped in phyllo dough packets, ready to bake! Served with brown rice and brown sugar glazed carrots

Mushroom Tarragon Chicken

Sautéd chicken breast bites with shallots, baby bella mushrooms, tarragon and cream, served w/brown rice & sautéd sweet potatoes

Cilantro Chicken Satay Lettuce Cups

Ginger-lime marinated chicken tenders, grilled and wrapped with cilantro rice, bean sprouts, and cabbage in lettuce cups or tortillas, served with rice and a peanut satay sauce

Mexican Pulled Chicken Taco's and Mango Salsa

Slow braised chicken breasts with onions, peppers, cumin and chili powder, tender to the fork. Make your own taco's served with fresh cilantro-mango salsa and all the fixin's with classic Spanish rice

Roasted Chicken and Pink Sauce

Pulled roasted chicken breast simmered in classic marinara sauce, herbs and cream, tossed with penne or cheese ravioli

Chicken Marsala

Seared chicken breast & mushrooms, simmered in sweet Marsala wine & chicken stock. Served w/fresh herb wild rice or egg noodles

Orange Teriyaki Chicken and Pea Pod Stir-fry

Freshly squeezed orange juice and teriyaki marinated chicken tenders sautéd with pea pods, broccoli, water chestnuts and bamboo sprouts. Served over fragrant jasmine rice

Red Raspberry Chicken and Snap Peas

Fresh raspberries and preserves simmered with chicken tenders and snap peas, served with brown rice and carrots

Mango Chicken w/Cilantro-Cashew Couscous

Chicken breast simmered w/fresh mangoes, juice & roasted red pepper, served w/cilantro-cashew couscous

Classic Chicken N' Dumplings

Homemade chicken stock with slow braised pulled chicken breast, simmered with onions, carrots, and peas, topped with light classic dumplings, served with smashed potatoes

White Wine Chicken and Pesto Fettuccini

Grilled chicken breast top a rich creamy Parmesan and basil pesto sauce tossed with Fettuccini noodles

Pecan Encrusted Chicken Breasts

Olive oil baked chicken breast with crushed pecans and garden herbs, served with mashed yams and steamed asparagus

Spinach and Chicken Stuffed Shells with Béchamel

Sautéd spinach, garlic, onions and chicken, stuffed in large pasta shells, baked in a Parmesan béchamel sauce topped with Italian breadcrumbs

Italian Baked Chicken Cutlets with Balsamic Potato Salad

Oregano and basil breaded chicken breast cutlet, baked with olive oil and served with a balsamic red skin baby potato salad

Moroccan Spiced Chicken with Basil Couscous

Spicy lemon and cinnamon seasoned chicken breast sautéed with onions, carrots and zucchini, served with basil couscous

Chicken Stuffed Green Peppers with Wild Rice

Shredded poached chicken breast, veggies and rice, stuffed green peppers, topped with breadcrumbs and tomato sauce, served with wild rice

Coconut Thai Chicken and Peppers

Sautéd peppers and chicken, simmered in a rich and spicy lemongrass and coconut sauce, served with couscous or rice

Greek Style Pita with Lemon Rice Pilaf

Greek pita bread with herb grilled chicken, sautéd onions and peppers, with lemon-almond rice pilaf

Classic Cordon Blue with Asparagus Tips and Brown Rice

Chicken breast stuffed with honey ham and Swiss cheese, breaded and baked, topped with a light béchamel cream sauce, and served with asparagus tips and brown rice

Roasted Chicken Breast with Buttered Mashed Potatoes and Gravy

Roasted chicken breast cut off the bone, with classic silky butter mashed potatoes and gravy. Served with glazed brussel sprouts

Polynesian Chicken and Pineapple

Sweet and sour flavored chicken, simmered with pineapple, carrot, peppers, chicken stock, and long grain white rice

***Certain dishes can be made spicy or mild***

Beef Dishes

Red Wine Braised Short Ribs with Mashed Sweet and Idaho Potatoes

Slow braised short ribs in red wine and onions, tender to the fork. Served with sweet and Idaho mashed potatoes and brown sugar glazed carrots

Chili-Lime Tri-Tip Fajita's with Corn Mango Salsa

Lime and chili simmered tender Tri-tip, served with fresh mango-corn salsa, Spanish rice and flour tortillas

Classic French Dips

Thinly sliced roast beef and provolone cheese layered on a toasted French roll, served with French beef dipping sauce & steamed broccoli

Broken Lasagna

Beef bolognese tossed with broken lasagna noodles, topped with a creamy Parmesan bechamél sauce, baked until golden

Asian Flank Steak with Potato Skins

Grilled marinated flank steak with ginger, garlic, soy sauce and lime. Served with broiled bacon and cheese potato skins with chive dipping sauce

Bacon Wrapped Filets

Bacon wrapped thick beef filets, seared to perfection. Served w/oven roasted fingerling potatoes & cauliflower, topped w/lemon-parsley cream sauce

Béchamel Pasta and Meatballs

Fresh herbs and ground sirloin hand rolled meatballs, baked and tossed with a creamy béchamel sauce, broccoli, cauliflower and whole grain pasta

Pineapple Sweet N' Sour Sausage

All beef sausage stir-fried with pineapple, peppers, onions, red cabbage and sweet n' sour sauce. Served with jasmine rice

Greek Pastitisio

Classic Penne noodles tossed with parmesan cheese, layered with beef ragu and béchamel sauce. Topped with fresh parmesan and mozzarella cheese

Beef and Ricotta Lasagna Rolls

Slow cooked tomato marinara and fresh herbs top, ground sirloin and 5-cheese blend, layered and rolled with lasagna noodles

Sesame Beef and Broccoli

Sesame-ginger marinated beef filet stir-fry with broccoli, yams, snap peas and lotus root. Served with brown rice and sesame seeds

Beef Bourguignon and Twice Baked Potatoes

Tri-tip beef marinated in red wine and veggies, slow braised to fork tender. Served with twice baked potatoes and butter sautéed brussel sprouts

Italian Sausage with Mac N' Cheese

Broiled all beef sausage tossed with classic 4 cheese Mac N'Cheese, topped with shredded cheddar and potato chips

Mongolian Slow Cooked Beef with Broccoli and Smashed Potatoes

Beef short ribs slow braised with Asian flavors, tender to the fork. Served with steamed broccoli and chive smashed potatoes

Slow Cooked Chicago Style Chili N' Pasta

Ground sirloin, beans and tomatoes slow cooked with veggies and chili spices, served on top your choice of pasta noodles, with cheddar cheese and crispy French onions

Polenta Pasticciata

Classic polenta squares layered with slow simmered meat ragu sauce and four-cheese blend. Topped with fresh mozzarella cheese

London Broil with Spinach and Corn Mashers

Grilled London broil steak, sliced thinly on top spinach and corn smashed potatoes with a red wine bordelaise sauce

Classic Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes, Gravy and Green Beans

Ground beef sirloin mixed with fresh garden veggies and spices baked, and topped with a beef demiglaze gravy and classic butter mashed potatoes with sautéed green beans

Chili Cheese Burritos

Slow cooked beef and tomato chili rolled up with cheddar cheese and onions in two flour tortillas, served with Spanish style rice

Beef Brisket with Sweet Yams

Pan seared and slow braised beef brisket with shallots and red wine sauce, served with marshmallow topped smashed yams and butter sautéed fresh brussel sprouts

Mostaccioli Beef Ragu and Ricotta Bake

Slow cooked tomato beef ragu sauce tossed with classic mostaccioli, layered with ricotta cheese and fresh herbs, topped with mozzarella cheese and breadcrumbs

Grilled Beef Kabob's with Pineapple and Peppers

Grilled filet minion kabobs with tri-color peppers and sweet onions. Served with pita bread, and lemon herbed brown rice

Pretzel Cheese Burgers

Ground beef sirloin sliders seared and topped with cheddar cheese, layered in mini soft pretzel buns. Served w/veggie side, salad, soup or dessert.

Pork and Turkey

Pomegranate Glazed Pork

Oven roasted pomegranate glazed pork loin, served w/broiled asparagus & quinoa

Cola Braised Pork Carnitas with Pico de Gallo

Cola braised fork tender pork shoulder, served with classic pico de gallo salsa, lettuce, cheese and flour tortillas

Apple Cider Pork Tenderloin with Carrots

Slow braised pork tenderloin in apple cider, served with brown sugar glazed carrots & apples, and smashed potatoes

Hawaiian Pork with Grilled Pineapple

Slow roasted sweet and sour pork, served with grilled fresh pineapple and vegetable rice pilaf

Spanish Pork Braise with Garbanzo Beans and Raisin Couscous

Slow braised pork shoulder in tomato sauce with Spanish seasonings, simmered with onions, peppers, potatoes and garbanzo beans with raisin couscous

Fiesta Breakfast Burrito's with Country Potato Hash

Fluffy egg scramble with sautéed peppers, tomatoes and onions with Italian seasonings and red wine. Wrapped in two flour tortillas with cheddar cheese, breakfast sausage and bacon

Carolina BBQ Pork with Balsamic Potato Salad and Coleslaw

Slow cooked pulled pork served with balsamic potato salad and pineapple sesame coleslaw

Lamb & Veggie Stew

Slow braised lamb shoulder with tomato, red wine, balsamic, lemon & garden veggies. Served w/half smashed roasted red skins

Garlic-Thyme Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Cinnamon Apples and Potatoes

Garlic stuffed pork tenderloin, roasted with fresh thyme and seasonings, served with sour cream and herb mashed potatoes and cinnamon sugar glazed apples

Moroccan Pork with Broccoli Rabe and Chickpeas

Slow braised pork bites served with roasted baby potatoes and sautéed broccoli rabe with chickpeas

Turkey Burgers

Lean ground turkey breast mixed with grated garden veggies, seared and layered in mini soft pretzel buns. Served w/veggie side, salad, soup or dessert

Honey-Balsamic Turkey Cutlet with Sesame Green Beans

Honey and balsamic glazed grilled turkey cutlet with fresh sesame green beans and roasted thyme potatoes

Turkey Chili

Classic chili flavors with healthy ground turkey instead of beef, slow simmered in tomato, beans, chili powder and cumin

Ham and Chicken Cutlet Sub with Provolone Cheese

Sautéd chicken cutlet and honey ham layered with provolone cheese baked on a submarine roll.

Butternut Squash Rigatoni with Bacon and Parmesan

Rigatoni tossed with sweet butternut squash puree, sautéd with bacon and shallots, slow simmered in chicken stock and finished with cream and Parmesan cheese. Served with steamed broccoli

Turkey Fricassee

Turkey breast bites sautéd with white wine, lemon, shallots and mushrooms, finished with cream and parsley. Served with asparagus and rice

Roasted Turkey Breasts, Gravy with Butter Mashed Potatoes and Brussel Sprouts

Roasted turkey breast cut off the bone, served with classic silky buttered mashed potatoes and homemade turkey gravy with brussel sprouts

Turkey Pot Pie

Turkey & Chicken stock simmered with pulled turkey breast from the bone baked with carrots, peas and potatoes topped with a flakey pie crust. Bake in oven till golden brown. Chicken may need to be substitued if turkey is not in season.

Seafood

Balsamic Salmon with Cucumber-Tomato Salsa

Balsamic glazed and grilled or baked salmon fillet, topped with a cucumber, tomato and red onion chunky salsa, served with lemon-parsley barley

Coconut-Cashew Halibut

Shredded coconut & cashews top halibut fillets, baked & served with quinoa tossed with fresh pineapple, broccoli & red peppers

Kung Pao Shrimp Stir-fry with Fried Rice

Soy-ginger glazed spicy shrimp stir-fried with broccoli, pea pods and bamboo shoots. Served with a classic vegetable fried rice

Tilapia Fish Taco's and Pineapple-Cilantro Salsa

Lime marinated Tilapia, baked and flaked, layer in soft corn shells with red cabbage slaw, mustard-lime sour cream and pineapple-cilantro salsa

Red Shrimp Curry

Sweet and spicy red curried shrimp with coconut milk and pineapple juice, served with peanut-herb couscous or rice

Lemon-Butter Grilled Lobster Tail

Split and grilled lobster tail, kissed with butter, lemon & fresh herbs, served w/smashed potatoes & sautéd summer squash. Option to serve with beef filet

Pine Nut Encrusted Orange Ruffy

Roasted crushed pine nuts mixed with fresh lemon and garden herbs baked atop an orange ruffy fillet, served with brown rice almond risotto and steamed asparagus

Swordfish en Papillote

Fresh swordfish fillet topped with summer squash, tomato and asparagus, topped with herb butter and wrapped in individual packets, ready to bake. Served with a vegetable brown rice pilaf

Classic Crab Cakes

Sautéd leeks, fresh herbs & lemon zest mixed with lump crab meat, breaded and sautéd. Served with lemon-garlic mayonnaise sauce, or wasabi mayo, and sautéd veggies and rice

Coconut Thai Shrimp and Peppers

Garlic shrimp sautéd with mixed bell peppers, simmered in lemongrass & ginger infused coconut milk. Served with fragrant jasmine rice & snap peas

Asparagus and Smoked Salmon Quiche

Sautéd asparagus with onions and peppers, mixed with smoked salmon pieces and a creamy egg batter, baked in a flakey tart dough. Served with roasted potatoes

Salmon in Phyllo

Fresh salmon fillet topped with dill and crème fresh mix, wrapped in light and flakey phyllo dough. Served with steamed asparagus and brown rice

Parmesan Alfredo Shrimp and Pasta

Parmesan and Romano Cream Sauce tossed with shrimp, fresh herbs and fettuccine or penne pasta

Sun-dried Tomato Shrimp and Spinach Pasta

Garlic and sun-dried tomato sautéd shrimp tossed with shallots, spinach, roasted pine nuts, celetini pasta and a rich cream sauce

Brown Sugar Salmon with Spicy Coconut Rice

Baked brown Sugar glazed salmon fillets atop spicy coconut and pineapple jasmine rice with bell peppers

Peanut-Sesame encrusted Tilapia

Crushed peanuts, sesame seeds and cilantro a top a Tilapia fillet and baked, served with black sesame and green onion jasmine rice

Blue Cheese Baked Halibut

Fresh halibut steaks topped with a buttermilk and herb sauce, topped with red onion and crumbled blue cheese ready to bake

Vegetarian

Spinach & Balsamic Portobello Melt

Balsamic glazed portobello mushrooms & spinach, topped with caramelized bell peppers, onions & provolone cheese, baked in a butter toasted french roll. Also available as a bruschetta appetizer.

Verde Tofu & Veggie Enchiladas

Ground tofu taco meat sautéd with onions, bell peppers and Mexican seasonings, wrapped in corn tortillas and layered with spicy verde salsa & mild roasted tomato salsa. Baked with cheddar & monterey jack cheese or Daiya cheese

Balsamic Seitan with Sun-dried Tomato, Artichokes & Pasta

Balsamic & herb roasted chicken style Seitan, tossed with garlic sautéd sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts veggie stock and light cream, tossed with penne pasta

Greek Tofu and Hummus Pita Wraps

Red wine vinaigrette marinated & baked tofu strips, wrapped with fresh garbanzo bean hummus, baby tomatoes, cucumber, feta, sautéd bell peppers and onions, wrapped in Greek pita bread

The Best Vegan Meatballs

Hand rolled & sautéd vegan meatballs made with lentils, grains & fresh herbs, served over lightly glazed polenta squares & freshly simmered marinara sauce

Lemon-Mushroom Pasta

Sautéd leeks, mixed wild mushrooms & kale simmered with veggie stock & lemon. Tossed with whole grain linguine & finished with cream

Sesame - Apricot Glazed Tempeh Stir-fry

Dried apricots and shallots sautéd and simmered with 3-bean Tempeh, tossed with broccoli, peppers, and black sesame seeds, served with herb-jasmine rice

Eggs in Phyllo & Potato Hash

Scrambled eggs with sautéd wild mushrooms, black beans, peppers & cheddar cheese, all wrapped and baked in phyllo dough, served with a vegetable country potato hash

Chili Garbanzo Beans with Peach Salsa

Chili simmered & smashed garbanzo beans with red onion-peach salsa, and freshly made guacamole. Served with Spanish rice and flour tortillas

Broken Vegan Lasagna

Sautéd garden veggies, mushroom-tomato marinara and tahini-lemon crumbled tofu all layered with broken lasagna noodles, baked with Daiya cheese

Wild Mushroom Risotto

White Wine, lemon & veggie stock simmered arborio rice, tossed fresh herbs, shiitake, chanterelle, portobello & other wild mushrooms

Pho Turkey

Chicken-style seitan layered w/cornbread stuffing & sautéd garden veggies, topped with puff pastry. Baked until golden and served w/garbanzo bean gravy

Fresh Herb Fusilli with Roasted Red Peppers and Squash

Roasted red peppers, butternut squash, and lima beans, seasoned with thyme and parsley, tossed with olive oil and Fusilli pasta

Lentil Apple Loaf

Freshly simmered lentils mixed with flax seed, sautéd garden veggies, fresh apples & oats. Baked in a loaf pan and glazed with apple butter BBQ sauce

Vegitarian Chili and Polenta

Classic polenta rounds layered with tomato, mushroom and bean vegitarian chili, topped with fresh mozzerella cheese.

Broccoli and Ricotta Cannelloni

Cannelloni noodles filled with broccoli with 4-cheese blend of ricotta, parmesan, romano and mozzarella. Topped with a classic tomato ragu and cheese

Spicy Morrocan Tofu & Almond Couscous

Pan seared shallots and tofu simmered in chili powder, turmeric and cinnamon, tossed with cauliflower and carrots. Served with almond-couscous

White Mostaccioli Bake

Penne tossed with béchamel sauce, layered with roasted eggplant, artichokes and spinach, topped with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses

Tofu Sausage and Pineapple

Sweet and sour glazed tofu sausage, tossed with fresh pineapple, bell peppers, snap peas and carrots. Served with brown rice

Tri-Bean & Pepper Breakfast Burrito

Sautéd onions and peppers with zucchini and summer squash mixed with black, white and kidney beans, cheddar and fresh mozzarella cheeses with fluffy scrambled eggs, wrapped in flour tortillas. Served with roasted potatoes

Greek Moussaka

Roasted eggplant, zucchini and tomatoes layered with tomato and béchamel sauces, baked with romano and parmesan cheeses, served with a garlic-parsley rice

Teriyaki Soba Noodles with Tofu and Sesame Asparagus

Golden brown sautéed tofu top sweet teriyaki glazed Soba noodles and sesame asparagus

Shallot and Mushroom Tomato Ragu and Polenta Bake

Shallots and mushrooms slow simmered with tomatoes and Italian spices, layered with polenta noodles and baked with mozzarella cheese

Butternut Squash & Broccoli Mac N' Cheese

Creamy roasted butternut squash puree, mixed with cheddar and Parmesan cheese, tossed with macaroni noodles and layered with ricotta cheese and broccoli. Baked with a bread crumb and amoretti cookie topping

*** Most dishes can be made vegan and/or can be made without protein replacers***

Desserts

Biscoff Tiramisu

Espresso and Kahlua soaked pound cake, layered with vanilla mascarpone, whipped cream & crushed Biscoff cookies, topped with cocoa powder and surrounded by fresh strawberries. This one is stunning for a large party's, but also great for individual servings

Strawberry Shortcakes

Freshly baked handmade biscuits with vanilla whipped cream, fresh berries and vanilla pastry cream sauce

Chocoloate Mouse Cake

Freshly whipped egg-less chocolate mouse, layered with chocolate cake and topped with dark chocolate ganache drizzle

Cherry Crisp

Cherries & lemon topped with sugar & oat streusel, baked until golden, served w/vanilla ice cream. Can be made with other fruits

Chocolate Lava Cakes

Rich buttery dark chocolate cakes, that ooze warm dark chocolate from the center.

Dutch Apple Pie

Sweet and tart apple slices tossed with cinnamon sugar, layered in a flaky pie pastry crust, topped with a sugar streusel. Can be made with other fruit or without crust.

Chocolate Fondue

Warm homemade silky dark chocolate fondue made with 70+% cacao. Served with pound cake, cheesecake, fresh fruit and other dippers. Great for a larger gathers where you just want dessert to linger the rest of the night!

Oreo Mud Pie

Individual chocolate cookie crust cups or full pie with crushed Oreo's and fudge pudding, topped with hand whipped cream

Stuffed Baked Apples

Apples stuffed with a brown sugar and oatmeal blend, wrapped in pastry dough, baked until golden. Served with vanilla ice cream

Cobbled Peaches

Brown sugar streusel topped fresh peach halves, baked until golden, served with vanilla bean ice cream and creme anglaise

Classic Creme Brulee

Classic creamy creme brulee with a burnt sugar top, ready to pull out of the fridge and eat. Also can be left to brulee yourself for a fun dinner party

Gourmet Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches

Pick your favorite cookie and ice cream flavors, and enjoy homemade gourmet ice cream cookie sandwiches, wrapped individually, ready to pull out of the freezer and eat! Clients favorites include; Fudge and Mint, Cinnamon Cheesecake, Peanut Butter Chocolate, Sugar Cookie with Cherry, and many more!

White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

Classic dense cheesecake with graham cracker crust, flavored with creamy white chocolate and a raspberry swirl. I will make all your favorite flavors!

Pumpkin Bread

Sweet rich pumpkin bread made with cinnamon & nutmeg, great for the holidays!

Streusel Topped Sour Cream Coffee Cake

Rich, dense classic coffee cake with brown sugar streusel middle layer, crumb topping and classic icing. Can be made as loaf, cake or muffins

Cinnamon Spiced Bread Pudding

Tuscan style bread pudding made with French baguettes and a creamy rich cinnamon egg batter, baked with a golden crust. Served with a caramel sauce or classic icing

Ice Cream Cakes

Your choice of flavors for cake, ice cream and cookie middle. Triple Chocolate Oreo, Strawberry Almond Shortcake, Carmel Chocolate Cheesecake, Dark Mint Fudge; these are some of the favorites. Served with your choice of topping sauce and whipped cream, including dark chocolate, marshmallow, caramel and many more.

All Menu Items can be customized to fit your specific tastes and dietary needs.


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