Traditional Holiday Menus

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EntréesChoose one:

OVEN ROASTED TURKEY BREASTGrandma’s Homemade Gravy, Cranberry-Apple Chutney

HERB-ROASTED TURKEY BREASTGrandma’s Homemade Gravy, Cranberry-Apple Chutney

BEEF BRISKETSautéed Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions and Natural Gravy

STOUT-BRAISED SHORT RIBSSlow-Braised Tender Boneless Short Rib

“SIMPLY THE BEST” PEPPER STEAKTenderloin Tips Pan-seared with Green Bell Peppers, Sweet Onions & Mushrooms with Merlot Wine

HERB ROASTED PORK LOINParsley-Scallion Sauce & Spiced Apple Sauce to the Side

CLASSIC HOME BAKED HAMSpicy Mustard or Pineapple Honey Glaze

PANKO-CRUSTED STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTStuffed with Baby Spinach, Roasted Red Peppers and Smoked GoudaTopped with Lemon-Thyme Cream Sauce

HORSERADISH SALMON

PISTACHIO-CRUSTED WHITEFISH

CHICKEN WITH MATZOH & PECAN CRUST

To Add a Second Entrée, Add 4.00/Guest

SidesChoose two:

CLASSIC REDSKIN MASHED POTATOESWith Gravy

ROASTED GARLIC REDSKIN MASHED POTATOES

NOODLE KUGEL

SAVORY WILD RICE BLENDWhite & Wild Rice with Herbs & Vegetable Stock

FINGERLING SWEET POTATOES & FRESH SPINACHRed Onion, EVOO & Herbs

PARMESAN TRUFFLE ORZOCreamy & Lightly Infused

OVEN-ROASTED CANDIED BRUSSELS SPROUTSFresh Garlic-Crisp Bacon & Blue Cheese

CLASSIC GREEN BEAN CASSEROLEWith Crisp Onion Threads

FRAN’S FAMOUS BREAD STUFFINGTraditional Stuffing with Celery, Onion, Fresh Herbs

ROSEMARY STUFFING

WHITE MAC & CHEESE WITH FRESH HERBSElbow Pasta Cooked Al Dente in Béchamel Sauce with Melted Smoked Gouda, White Cheddar and MozzarellaCombined with Fresh Oregano, Rosemary, Parsley and Thyme

ARTICHOKE CASSEROLEArtichoke Hearts, Fresh Mushrooms & Sweet Onions with Dijon Gremolata, Red Bell Pepper Accent (Add 1.50/Guest)

SWEET PEAS, MUSHROOMS & ONIONSEVOO & Herbs

OVEN-ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLESAssorted Seasonal Root Vegetable Mix

GLAZED BABY CARROTSFlavored with Oranges, Brown Sugar & Cinnamon

GREEN BEANS ALMONDINEBrown Butter & Toasted Sliced Almonds

BROCCOLI FLORETS WITH BIAS-CUT CARROTS

MÉLANGE OF OF HARVEST VEGETABLESCarrots, Squash & Broccoli, Chive-Shallot Butter

Designed for 10 or more guests, in multiples of 5 thereafter. Menu Includes One Entrée, Two Sides, One Salad, & Artisan Rolls18.75/Guest

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Disposables, Rentals & Staff are all available, quoted upon request.

SaladsChoose one:

TOSSED SALADIceberg & Romaine, Red Onions, Tomatoes, Cucumbers & CarrotsCreamy Herb • Italian

SWEET AND SAVORY SALADField Greens, Strawberries, Wafer-Thin Sliced Red Onion, Mild Cayenne Candied Pecans & Crumbled Goat Cheese with White Balsamic Vinaigrette

SHAVED BRUSSEL SPROUT SALADShaved Brussel Sprout, Feta Cheese, Red Onion, Pistachios, Cranberries

WINTRY SALADChopped Crisp Romaine, Spinach, Chopped Pears, Candied Walnuts,Dried Cranberries and a Touch of Gorgonzola with Raspberry Champagne Vinaigrette

HAROSET SALAD

CAESAR SALADRomaine, Cherry Tomatoes, Grated Parmesan & House-Made Croutons; Classic Caesar Dressing

Hearth Baked BreadsArtistically Arranged & Served with Butter

ARTISAN ROLLS Cornbread, Knot & Multigrain Rolls

Beverage OptionsHOT CHOCOLATEWhipped Cream & Baby Marshmallows2.50/Guest

HOT APPLE CIDERWith Cinnamon2.50/Guest

DARK ROAST REGULAR & DECAFFEINATED COLUMBIAN COFFEE & ASSORTED TAZO TEAS Served in Disposable Hot Beverage Carafe with signature Sweeteners, Lemon, & Cream1.75/Guest

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SavoriesOVEN-ROASTED WHOLE TURKEYGrandma’s Pan Gravy149.00 (Serves up to 16)

HERB-ROASTED WHOLE TURKEYGrandma’s Pan Gravy, Bread Stuffing, Cranberry-Apple Relish195.00 (Serves up to 16)

CHILLED WHOLE-POACHED SALMONSeafood Stuffing, served with Sliced Cucumber, Diced Red Onions,Lemon Wedges, Dill Sauce, Gourmet Wafers & Flat BreadOne Size 255.00 (Serves 30-40)

CHEESE BOARDArray of Imported & Domestic Cheeses, Provolone, Fontinella,Mild Cheddar, Swiss, Jalapeno, Red Grapes, Assorted Crackers & FlatbreadSmall 75.00 (Serves 20-25) Large 150.00 (Serves 40-50)

CRUDITÉ AND HARVEST BREAD BOWLWhole Grain Bread Round Filled with Our House-made Spinach DipAccompanied by Fresh Broccoli & Cauliflower Flowerets, Carrots,Celery Sticks, Zucchini & Radishes 62.75

ANTIPASTOItalian Cold Cuts & Cheese, Cracked Olive Salad, Pepperoncini, Marinated Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Red Peppers & Sliced Campagnolla BreadSmall 79.75 (Serves 20-25) Large 152.00 (Serves 40-50)

CHEESY VEGETABLE GRATINArtichoke, Spinach & Mascarpone Cheese Topped with Parmesan Cheese; Served Bubbly Warm with Crostini 18.00/lb.

GARDEN FRESH CRUDITÉBroccoli & Cauliflower Flowerets, Carrots, Celery, Zucchini & Radishes;Served with Choice of Creamy Herb, Spinach Caramelized Onion or Hummus DipSmall 42.00 (Serves 20-25) Large 82.50 (Serves 40-50)

SHRIMP COCKTAILSteamed & Chilled Fantail Shrimp, Zesty Cocktail Sauce & Fresh LemonSmall 75.00 (48 Shrimp) Large 152.00 (96 Shrimp)

MIGUEL’S GUACAMOLEHouse-made Guacamole, Pico De Gallo & Stone Ground Tortilla Chips45.00 (Serves 25)

MEDITERRANEAN SPREADSHouse-made Hummus, Baba Ghanoush & Roasted Red Pepper Garlic Spread; Served with Pita Triangles & Crostini47.50 (Serves 20-25)

BRUSCHETTA PLATTERServed with Toasted Crostini43.00 (Serves 50)

MÉLANGE OF FRESH FRUITFeaturing our Hand-Carved Melon Centerpiecea Selection of Melons, Tropicals and BerriesSmall 42.50 (Serves 25-30) Large 82.50 (Serves 50-60)

CHEESY VEGETABLE GRATINArtichoke, Spinach & Mascarpone Cheese Topped with Parmesan Cheese; Served Bubbly Warm with Crostini 17.50/lb.

BAKED BRIE WITH FIG EN CROUTEFig Jam, Toasted Cashew Pieces, & Puff Pastry Dough Biscuits for Cheese 90.00 (Serves 25)

Petite SandwichesBREAST OF TURKEYLettuce & Tomato, Cranberry Chutney on a Pretzel Roll

“THE BEST” TUNA SALADOn a Brioche Roll

ROAST BEEFLettuce & Tomato, Whipped Horseradish Sauceon a Knot Roll

HARVEST CHICKEN SALAD “JUST LIKE MOM MADE”Lettuce & Tomato on a Raisin & Pecan Roll

GRILLED VEGETABLEGrilled Zucchini, Roasted Red Peppers, Carrots, Yellow Squash, & Crisp Lettuce; with Balsamic Mayo on Ciabatta RollSmall 65.00 (24 Sandwiches – Please Choose 2)Large 130.00 (48 Sandwiches – Please Choose 4)

SweetsSMALL YULE LOGS (12”)Each Cake Is Filled with Your Choice of Chocolate Ganache and White Chocolate Chips or Peppermint Mousse with A Chocolate Buttercream Frosting.56.95 (Serves 12-15)

LARGE YULE LOGS (24”)Each Cake Is Filled with Your Choice of Chocolate Ganache and White Chocolate Chips or Peppermint Mousse with A Chocolate Buttercream Frosting.98.95 (Serves 25-30)

FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH CRANBERRY (10”)Great for Gluten-Free Guests! Dark and Rich Flourless Chocolate Ganache Cake with Cranberry Accents.49.50 (Serves 16)

CHOCOLATE CAKE EXTRAORDINAIRE (10”)47.00 (Serves 16)

CINNAMON PECAN BREAD PUDDING WITH BRANDIED CARAMEL SAUCE39.50/Dz. (Serves 20)

APPLE ROSE TART (GF) Walnut Crust, Maple Cream Filling, Apple Roses 65.00 (Serves 12-14)

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE (10”)22.00 (Serves 12)

NATY’S CARAMEL FLAN (10”)18.50 (Serves 12)

AUNT LINDA’S HOMEMADE APPLE CRISP33.00/Tray

RED WINE POACHED PEARS Mascarpone Mousse & Pistachio 45.00/Tray (8 Pieces/Tray)

HOUSE-MADE PIES (10”)Apple • Pumpkin 20.00 (Serves 8) Pecan • Banana Cream Pie 32.00 (Serves 8)

Bite-Sized SweetsMINI PUMPKIN TARTLETSBite-Sized for Your Holiday Sweets Table. A Nice Way to Have Just a Little Bit of Sweet After a Big Holiday Meal.15.00/Dz. (Minimum 2 Dz.)

MINI APPLE PIE TARTLETSJust Like Grandma Used to Make Only In A Bite-Sized Version.20.00/Dz. (Minimum 2 Dz.)

SWEET POTATO SPICE CAKE & SALTED CARMEL BACON MOUSSE SHOOTERSweet Potato Spice Cake, Salted Caramel Mousse, Crushed Bacon29.00/Dz. (Minimum 2 Dz.)

CARAMEL CORN PARFAIT SHOOTER Corn Sponge Cake • Salted Caramel Mousse Cream Cheese Mousse Caramel Corn Brittle • Chopped Caramel Corn 27.00/Dz. (Minimum 2 Dz.)

BANANA BREAD TIRAMISUBanana Bread, Mascarpone Cream, Caramel Crunch Pearls23.00/Dz. (Minimum 2 Dz.)

COOKIES BY THE DOZENTraditional Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin, Melt-In-Your-Mouth Butter Cookies & Rugelach7.50/Dz.

COCONUT MACAROONSPlain 7.95/Dz. or with Nutella Filling 9.95/Dz.

VOLUPTUOUS BARCheesecake, Cookie Dough, Oreo, Whoppers11.50/Dz.n (Minimum Order of 1 Dz.)

SALACIOUS BITEChocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Peanut Butter Cup, Oreo, Rice Krispie, Chocolate Ganache11.50/Dz. (Minimum Order of 1 Dz.)

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QuesadillasVEGGIE & POBLANO QUESADILLAFlour Tortillas, Scallions, Poblano Peppers, Zucchini, Red Bell Peppers, Chihuahua Cheese & Cilantro & Salsa Rojo

GRILLED CHICKEN & CHEESE QUESADILLASwith Caramelized Onions

CARNE ASADA QUESADILLAFlour Tortilla, Tri-Colored Bell Peppers, Red Onions, Chihuahua Cheese & Salsa Rojo

MushroomsGULF COAST STUFFED MUSHROOMS Shrimp, Crab & Herbed Breadcrumbs

STUFFED MUSHROOM CAPS (V)Red Bell Peppers, De Jonghe Breadcrumbs & Sherry Wine

SAUSAGE STUFFED MUSHROOMSMild Italian Sausage, Seasoned Breadcrumbs & Parmesan Cheese

ChickenCHICKEN WELLINGTONWith Mushroom Duxelle Wrapped in Puff Pastry

TERIYAKI GLAZED CHICKEN & VEGETABLES SKEWER

THAI CHICKEN SATAY WITH PEANUT SAUCE (N)

CHICKEN & PINEAPPLE SKEWER 16.00

ROASTED CHICKEN & HARVEST VEGETABLE SKEWERS 18.00

JERK CHICKEN SKEWERSWarm Mango Salsa 16.00

MeatTHAI BEEF SATAYMarinated Skewers, Peanut Dipping Sauce 18.00

BACON WRAPPED DATEFilled with Chorizo 18.00

PUPS IN SLEEPING BAGSBaked into Puff Pastry with Ketchup & Mustard to the Side 15.00

MINI MEATBALLSServed with Pretzel Sticks to the Side 7.50Tangy BBQ • Swedish • Sweet & Sour

PETITE BEEF WELLINGTONTenderloin of Beef & Mushroom Duxelle Wrapped In Puff Pastry 20.00

BACON-WRAPPED WATER CHESTNUTSSoy Sauce Glaze & Herb Breadcrumbs 18.00

QUICHE LORRAINEwith Bacon & Swiss Cheese 18.00

TERIYAKI BEEF & FIRE ROASTED VEGETABLES (GF)18.00

SAUSAGE & PEPPER SKEWER (GF)Mild Italian Sausage, Tri-Colored Bell Peppers 14.00

SeafoodCHESAPEAKE BAY CRAB CAKEFresh Jumbo-Lump Crabmeat, Herbs & Spices, Chipotle Mayo 21.00

NOLA SHRIMP SKEWERShrimp & Veggies Grilled with Cajun Butter 20.00

SEA SCALLOPS WRAPPED IN BACONHerbed Bread Crumbs 27.00

VegetarianARTICHOKE HEARTS AU GRATIN (V)Savory Mascarpone & Parmesan Cheese 21.00

QUICHE FLORENTINESpinach & Swiss Cheese Baked in a Flaky Pastry Shell 18.00

BRIE & APRICOT TARTLETSBrown Sugared Almonds 18.00

SPANAKOPITASpinach, Onions, Cream Cheese & Feta in Flaky Phyllo Pastry 18.00

PEAR JAM & BRIE BEGGAR’S PURSEin Flaky Phyllo with Slivered Almonds 19.00

ASPARAGUS WITH ASIAGOAsiago Cheese, Phyllo 20.00

VEGETABLE EGG ROLLBok Choy, Bean Sprouts, Carrots & CelerySweet & Sour Sauce Dipping Sauce 18.00

Gourmet Pan Pizzas Serves 12-15 As An Appetizer Cut Into 30 Pieces

FOCACCIA PRIMAVERA (V) Pan Pizza Crust Brushed With a Seasoned Olive Oil Topped With Tomatoes, Broccoli, Artichoke Hearts, Herbs & Cheeses 22.00

SAUSAGE OR PEPPERONIMozzarella Cheese & La Pasta-Ria Special Sauce 20.00

THE CHEESE STANDS ALONE (V) Mozzarella Cheese & La Pasta-Ria Special Sauce 18.00

GOURMET CASALINGA PIZZA (V) Fresh Tomatoes, Mozzarella Cheese, Herbs & Spices 19.00

BIANCO PIZZA (V) Pan Pizza Crust Brushed with Seasoned Olive Oil and a Four-Cheese Blend Melted on top 18.00

GROUP 1SELECT FIVE TYPES OF HORS D’OEUVRESPRICE BASED ON FIVE PIECES PER GUEST

8.75/Guest

GROUP 2SELECT FOUR TYPES OF HORS D’OEUVRESPRICE BASED ON FOUR PIECES PER GUEST

7.00/Guest

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hors d’oeuvres packages

SeafoodSMOKED SALMON MOUSSE FILLING A PETITE CUCUMBER BOAT (GF) 18.00

PUMPERNICKEL WITH FRESH SHRIMP CANAPÉChive Cream Cheese & Fresh Dill Sprig 20.00

SMOKED SALMON CROSTINISmoked Salmon Rosette with Lemon-Scented Crème Fraîche 18.00

CALIFORNIA MAKI ROLLSushi Rice, Cucumber, Avocado, Crabmeat & SesameWasabi, Pickled Ginger & Soy Sauce 21.00

GRILLED & CHILLED PESTO SHRIMP SKEWER (N)Sweet Red Pepper Dipping Sauce 20.00

WRAPPED ASPARAGUSSmoked Salmon & Chive Cream Cheese 20.00

Baby Brioche BunsTHE PERFECT BITE 17.00Fillings:HARVEST CHICKEN SALAD “JUST LIKE MOM MADE”With Red Grapes, Raisins & Walnuts

“THE BEST” TUNA SALAD

CAPRESE With Tomato, Mozzarella & Fresh Basil

TURKEY BREAST With Cranberry Chutney

ROAST SIRLOIN OF BEEF With Whipped Horseradish Sauce

BABY CHEESY BEEF

ChickenGRILLED CHICKEN WRAPGrilled Chicken, Red Bell Pepper, Jalapeño Cheese, Chiffonade of Cilantro,Chopped Scallions & a Touch of Crema Ranchero Rolled intoa Soft Flour Tortilla 18.00

WILD MUSHROOM & GOAT CHEESE CHICKEN CROSTINIWild Mushrooms Spinach & Goat Cheese 18.00

LOMBARDY CHICKEN ROULADEMascarpone Cheese, Artichokeand Roasted Red Peppers 18.00

MeatANTIPASTO SKEWERGenoa, Capicola, Mortadella & Fresh Mozzarella & PepperonciniRed Wine Vinaigrette Marinade Stemming from a Cabbage Base 18.00

HERB-ENCRUSTED SIRLOIN OF BEEF CROSTINIHorseradish Aioli & Flat Leaf Parsley Accent 17.00

VegetarianVEGETARIAN CALIFORNIA ROLL (V)Sushi Rice, Cucumber, Carrots, Avocado, & Red CabbageWasabi, Pickled Ginger & Soy Sauce 20.00

SOUTH OF THE BORDER WRAP (V)Flour Tortillas, Crema Ranchero, Red Bell Peppers, Jalapeno CheeseFresh Cilantro & Sliced Scallions 14.00

CAPRESE SKEWER (V)Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella & Basil Pesto Stemming from a Cabbage Base 18.00

FIG & SAINT ANDRE CHEESE (V)Served on a Mini Fork 18.00

ASIAN VEGETABLE & NOODLE SALAD (V)Presented in a Chinese “To Go” Container with Chopsticks;Ginger Soy Dressing 24.00

TRI-COLORED TORTELLINI SKEWERED (V)with Peppers, & Marinara Dipping SauceStemming from a Cabbage Base 16.00

WATERMELON, FETA & GRAPE TOMATO SKEWER (V)Mint Vinaigrette 18.00

FRESH SUMMER ROLLS (V)Carrot, Scallion, Cucumber & Red Pepper, Rice Noodles, Rice PaperSweet Chili Dipping Sauce 18.00

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GROUP 1SELECT FIVE TYPES OF HORS D’OEUVRESPRICE BASED ON FIVE PIECES PER GUEST

8.75/Guest

GROUP 2SELECT FOUR TYPES OF HORS D’OEUVRESPRICE BASED ON FOUR PIECES PER GUEST

7.00/Guest

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ORDER & PRICING INFORMATION• Please place your order 72 hours prior to the date of your event.

Last minute orders are subject to our food and scheduling availability.• All orders must be secured with a Visa, MC, Discover or AMEX.• Corporate accounts are available with pre-approved credit.• Your total price will be based upon your menu selections and options added.• A 150.00 minimum food and beverage order is required for delivery.• Delivery times include a 15-minute window on either side of the scheduled delivery time.• Deliveries are available until 6:00pm.• All prices are subject to current sales tax & delivery.• Prices are subject to change based upon market and seasonal availability,• In the event of a significant market price change, Client will be notified

and offered alternative options.

CANCELLATION POLICY: WE MUST RECEIVE CANCELLATION NOTICE 72 HOURS PRIOR TO YOUR EVENT OR A 50% SURCHARGE MAY BE ASSESSED.

Catered by Design has made every effort to ensure that the allergen designations listed with the items is accurate. However, due to the variety of food prep procedures in our kitchens and the information from our vendors, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of our designations and disclaim any liability for the use of this information. If you have any questions please give us a call.

(GF) CONTAINS NO GLUTEN INGREDIENTS (V) VEGETARIAN (N) CONTAINS NUTS

DISPOSABLESComplimentary serving utensils are included with every order.

ECO-FRIENDLY DISPOSABLE PLACE SETTING 9.5” & 6” Plates, Forks, Knifes, & Napkins 1.00/person

PREMIUM PLASTIC DISPOSABLE PLACE SETTING10” & 6” Plates, Forks, Knifes, & Napkins 2.00/person

WHITE DISPOSABLE TABLECLOTH & SKIRTINGTablecloths 3.00 Ea. - Skirt w/ Clips 10.00 Ea.

DISPOSABLE CHAFING DISH W/ WATER PAN & STERNOS 12.00 Ea.DISPOSABLE WATER PAN 3.00 Ea.EXTRA STERNOS 1.50 Ea.Catered by Design uses earth-friendly, disposable products. We are committed to a green initiative - reduce, reuse & recycle.

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