WEDDING MENU
Light Up the First Day of
THE REST OF YOUR LIFE. Your big day is just around the corner and Colonial Williamsburg is here to transform your dream wedding into a reality. We can’t wait to start planning all the details, together. From elegant venues to masterful cuisine, our professional event and catering staff will help ease the stressful decision-making process ever y step of the way. Explore Colonial Williamsburg’s charming getaway, Williamsburg Lodge. Before the vows are exchanged, guests can mix and mingle at our on-site restaurants, Traditions or Sweet Tea & Barley, over light bites and classic cocktails while exchanging stories about the happy couple. Say, “I do,” surrounded by lush greener y in the Virginia Lawn, Floral Garden, or Fountain Garden. Then, host a charming reception in the elegant Virginia Room (up to 600 guests) or Colony Room (up to 300 guests). Whatever you decide, know your guests will revel in the inviting atmosphere Williamsburg Lodge offers.
WEDDING MENU PACKAGES
PLATED OPTIONS
THE RACHEL
THE DOLLEY
Three Passed Hors D’ Oeuvres
Three Passed Hors D’ Oeuvres
Two Course Meal
Reception Enhancement Station
Classic Wedding Cake with Buttercream
Choice of salad, or soup; Choice of two entrées. Vegetarian options available.
Four Hour Hosted Bar
Classic Wedding Cake with Buttercream
Choice of salad, or soup; Choice of two entrées. Vegetarian options available.
Two Course Meal
Four Hour Hosted Bar
THE LOUISA Five Passed Hors D’ Oeuvres Reception Enhancement Station Two Course Meal
Choice of salad, or soup; Choice of three entrées. Vegetarian options available.
Classic Wedding Cake with Buttercream After Party Station Four Hour Hosted Bar
PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES SELECTION Mini Crab Cakes with Remoulade Mini Crudité Shooters
Carrots, Green Beans, Broccoli, Hummus, Ranch Dressing
Pancetta-Wrapped Scallops with Garlic Aïoli Chicken Liver Pâté
Apple Fig Compote, Crostini
Asparagus Spear Wrapped in Prosciutto Citrus Herb Aïoli
Miniature Brie en Croûte
Truffle Honey, Cardamom Almonds
Spinach and Goat Cheese Miniature Quiches Shrimp Cocktail
Candied Lemon and Cocktail Sauce
Petite Warm Virginia Ham and Honey Mustard Biscuits Black Pepper Goat Cheese
Date Compote, Bacon, Maple Gastrique
RECEPTION ENHANCEMENT STATIONS CHEESE AND CHARCUTERIE Country Pâté, Ham Pâté, House Mustard, Fig Jam Artisanal Cheeses French Baguette, Lavash Crackers
BAKED BRIE EN CROÛTE (serves 35–40 persons)
Apricot Jam, Toasted Almonds, Strawberries, Grapes, Sliced Baguette
THE MEDITERRANEAN TASTING Hummus, Tomato Cucumber Salsa
Citrus-Marinated Olives, Tabbouleh, Lentil Salad Garlic-Toasted Pita Chips, Feta Mint Pesto
TWO COURSE MEAL
SALADS Poached Pear Salad
Salad Bundle, Brie Cheese, Toasted Hazelnuts, Bacon Lardons, Port Wine Vinaigrette
Winter Greens Salad
Duck Confit, Roasted Baby Beets, French Beans, Toasted Almonds, Shaved Ricotta Salata, Chive Dressing
Crab and Chervil Salad
Frisee, Watercress, Pickled Vegetables, Citrus Gastrique, Fines Herbes
Wild Mushroom & Goat Cheese Tartlet Mixed Greens, Pickled Shallots, Walnuts, Cherry Tomatoes, Sherry Herb Vinaigrette
Grilled Romaine Salad
White Anchovies, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Focaccia Croutons, Shaved BellaVitano Cheese, Lemon Garlic Dressing
Chopped House Salad
Baby Greens, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Celery, Roasted Mushrooms, Croutons, Ranch Dressing
Classic Caesar Salad
Garlic Croutons, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, Caesar Dressing
SOUPS White Bean and Parsnip PurĂŠe Whipped Fennel Cream
Crab Soup
Citrus Tomato Relish
Sunchoke and Potato Soup Crispy House Bacon, Chives
Clam and Fennel Chowder Curried Cauliflower Bisque Coriander and Chickpea Relish
Roasted Red Pepper Bisque Corn and Sausage Chowder
ENTRÉE SELECTION CHICKEN Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Crusted Chicken
Roasted Garlic and Chive-Whipped Potatoes, Swiss Chard, Asparagus, Chicken Jus
Seared Herb Scented Chicken Breast
Sweet Potato and Onion Gratin, French Beans, Roasted Baby Carrots, Pearl Onions, Fines Herbes Jus
Mascarpone and Mushroom Crusted Chicken Breast
Lyonnaise Potatoes, Roasted Golden Beets, Cauliflower, Tarragon Chicken Crema
BEEF Red Wine-Braised Short Ribs
Caramelized Onion-Whipped Potatoes, Salt-Roasted Carrots, Peas, Crispy Shallots, Braising Jus
Rosemary-Roasted Beef Tenderloin
Mascarpone-Whipped Potatoes, Wild Mushrooms, Braised Cipollini, Madeira Jus
Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Butter
Crab and Chervil Risotto, Braised Leeks, Mushroom Ragu, Cabernet Jus
Chili-Grilled Gaucho Steak
Horseradish Potatoes, Roasted Vegetables, Madeira Jus
SEAFOOD Garlic and Herb-Crusted Grouper
Shrimp and Potato Ragu, Parmesan-Crusted Leeks, Braised Shallot, Citrus Fennel Crema
Atlantic Salmon
Warm Crab Salad, Roasted Vegetable-Saffron Couscous, Wilted Greens, Mustard Butter Sauce
Fennel and Mascarpone-Crusted Salmon
Root Vegetable Gratin, Grilled Asparagus, Saffron Broth
VEGETARIAN Spaghetti Squash
Wilted Arugula, Pumpkin Seeds, Golden Raisins, Roasted Butternut Squash
Quinoa and Mushroom Stuffed Eggplant
Curried Basmati Rice, Coconut Milk Broth, Cilantro Mango Relish
Roasted Eggplant Moussaka
Crispy Herb Polenta Cake, Toasted Pine Nut Spinach Three Tomato Pomodoro, Basil Emulsion
DESSERTS
Seasonal Selection Available Upon Request Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake
Chocolate Cake Layered with Dark, Milk, and White Chocolate Mousse
American Heritage Chocolate Pot de Crème Hazelnut Brittle, Fresh Berries
Passion Fruit Crème Brûlée Almond Shortbread Cookie
Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake
Macerated Berries, Crème Anglaise
Chocolate Cherry Trifle Sherry Whipped Cream
Lemon Pie
Caramelized Peanuts, Toasted Meringue
BUFFET DINNER RECEPTION PACKAGE RECEPTION INCLUDES Three Passed Hors D’ Oeuvres
CARVED ITEMS Choose One
Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast
Orange Cranberry Relish, Rosemary Garlic Mayonnaise Buttermilk Biscuits, Sweet Pepper Relish
Honey and Apricot–Glazed Virginia Ham Buttermilk Biscuits, Sweet Pepper Mustard Relish
Rosemary and Garlic–Roasted Sirloin of Beef Horseradish Sour Cream, Soft Rolls
SALADS
SOUP
Two Salads
Choose One Soup
Caesar Salad
Lobster Bisque
Garlic Croutons, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, Caesar Dressing
Fingerling Potato Salad
Charred Scallions, Olives, Roasted Fennel, Hard-Boiled Eggs Dijon Vinaigrette
Baby Spinach and Frisée Salad
Shaved Apples, Aged Cheddar Cheese, Toasted Pecans, Cider Vinaigrette
Lemon Poached Shrimp Salad
Shaved Fennel, Roasted Red Peppers, Diced Celery, Toasted Pine Nuts, Poppy Seed Dressing
Chopped House Salad
Baby Greens, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Celery, Mushrooms, Croutons, Ranch Dressing
Tomato and Cucumber Salad Basil Vinaigrette
Brunswick Stew Corn and Sausage Chowder Minestrone Soup Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
ENTRÉES Choose Three
Pan-Seared Fillet of Atlantic Salmon
Pan-Sautéed Crab Cakes
Corn, Leek and Bacon Relish, Thyme Butter Sauce
Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken
Honey-Glazed Carrots and Brussel Sprouts, Thyme Butter Sauce
Parmesan and Herb-Breaded Chicken Breasts
Mushroom and Potato Ragu
Yukon Potato and Herb Gratin, Charred Scallion Relish, Chicken Jus
Red Wine Braised Beef
Apple-Brined Grilled Pork Tenderloin
Herb Risotto, Roasted Mushrooms, Braising Jus
Sweet Potato and Braised Pork Belly Hash, Whole Grain Mustard Pork Jus
DESSERTS Colonial Williamsburg Pastry Table Mini Indulgence of Our Classics
Williamsburg Rum Tarts, Southern Pecan Tarts, Chocolate Pots de Crème, Raspberry Lemon Tarts, Everlasting Syllabub, Sour Cherry Trifle, Individual Blueberry Crisp
Freshly-Brewed Royal Cup Coffee Regular and Decaffeinated Mighty Leaf Fine Teas
SIDES Choose Two
Bacon Fat-Roasted Potatoes with Rosemary Roasted Garlic-Whipped Potatoes Roasted Vegetables with Herb Butter and Shaved Parmesan Cheese Southern-Style Spoon Bread Steamed New Potatoes with Garlic Herb Butter
Classic Wedding Cake with Buttercream 4 Hour Hosted Bar
BUFFET DINNER RECEPTION PACKAGE
WEDDING CAKES Cake Flavors Yellow | Chocolate | Carrot Red Velvet | Sponge | White Chocolate Pound Lemon | Almond | Pistachio | Hazelnut | Coconut
Icings Buttercream | Chocolate Ganache | Cream Cheese
Fillings Raspberry | Lemon | Orange | Strawberry | Pineapple
SIGNATURE CAKES Southern Lady Sponge | Apricot Marmalade | Peach | Buttercream
Chocolate Lover Chocolate | Hazelnut | Buttercream | Ganache
Lemon and Lace White Chocolate Pound | Lemon | Buttercream
AFTER PARTY STATIONS
SNACK BAR Freshly-Popped Sweet and Salty Popcorn, Signature Huzzah Nuts, BBQ-Seasoned Pork Rinds Cocoa Krispie Treats, Fruity Pebbles Cup Cakes
TOTCHOS BAR Crispy Tater Tots Green Chili Queso Sauce, Smoked Gouda Cheese Sauce, Mole-Grilled Chicken Thighs, Crispy Fried Pork, Guinness-Braised Beef, Shredded Cabbage, Pickled Vegetables, Scallions, Cilantro Sour Cream, Chopped Bacon, Roasted Chilies, Avocado Mayo
ARTISAN ICE CREAM STATION Pistachio, Salted Caramel, Fudge Brownie, Brown Butter Bacon Ice Cream, Waffle Cones, Shaved Chocolate, Mini M&M’s, Chopped Candied Pecans, Berry Reduction, Toffee Caramel Sauce, American Heritage Chocolate Sauce
MINI SIGNATURE GRILLED CHEESE STATION Bacon and Gouda Grilled Cheese on Country White Bread Roasted Apple and Brillat-Savarin Cheese on Challa Bread Pimento Cheese and Country Ham on Whole Wheat Bread Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese on Italian Panini Bread
WEDDING BRUNCH BUFFET $48 Per Guest
SAVORY
SWEET
Selection of Artisan Cheeses
Sliced Seasonal Fruits
Lavash Crackers, Grapes and Dried Fruits, Specialty Conserves
Chef Action Omelet Station
Cheddar Cheese, Roasted Mushrooms, Three Color Bell Peppers, Fresh Tomatoes, Caramelized Onions, Virginia Ham
Poached Eggs Benedict
Cantaloupe, Honeydew Melon, Gold Pineapple, Strawberries
From Our Bakery
Sweet Potato Muffins, Blueberry Muffins, Cranberry Muffins, Breakfast Breads, Morning Buns, Banana Pecan Bread
Maple Johnny Cake, Canadian Bacon, Chive Hollandaise
Crisp Country Bacon and County Sausage
Hummingbird French Toast
Apple Pecan Compote, Maple Syrup
Breakfast Potatoes
BEVERAGES Orange, Grapefruit and Apple Juice Freshly-Brewed Royal Cup Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee Mighty Leaf Fine Tea
BUILD-YOUR-OWN MIMOSA AND BLOODY MARY BAR V8 | Tomato and Carrot Juices | Tabasco | Worcestershire Sauce | Lemons Limes | Bacon | Celery | Carrots | Spices | Salt Orange | Grapefruit and Cranberry Juices Limes | Oranges | Strawberries | Candied Ginger Fresh Mint
Duo - per person + bottle consumption Vodka, Absolut 1 liter (20-22 drinks) Prosecco, Tocco D.O.C., Italy (8-9 drinks) Bartender Fee
CHILDREN’S MENU
Available for all dinner packages Children may be included in adult buffets at a 25% discount
FIRST COURSE Choose One
Small House Salad Ranch Dressing or
Tomato Soup Croutons or
Fruit Cup
ENTRÉES Choose One
Chicken Fingers with French Fries Individual Pizza
Choice of Toppings
Hot Dog with Fruit Cup Batter-Fried Cod Fingers with Fries
DESSERTS Choose One
Chocolate Chip Cookie Strawberry Shortcake Brownie
BEVERAGES
Apple Juice | Whole Milk | Chocolate Milk
VENDOR MEALS THE JAMESTOWN Sliced Turkey Breast, Swiss Cheese and Virginia Bacon on Multigrain Bread Lettuce, Tomatoes Pickle Spear, Condiments Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips, Whole Fruit, Jumbo Cookie Bottled Water or Soft Drink
THE PARKWAY MEADOW Roasted Chicken Breast on Ciabatta Roll
Spinach, Cucumbers, Basil Mayonnaise Pickle Spear, Condiments Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips, Whole Fruit, Jumbo Cookie Bottled Water or Soft Drink
ROASTED EGGPLANT MUFFALETTA Herb-Roasted Eggplant on Ciabatta Roll
Mushroom and Olive Tapenade, Baby Spinach, Fire-Roasted Bell Peppers, Sun-dried Tomato Aïoli, Pickle Spear, Condiments Kettle-Cooked Potato Chips, Whole Fruit, Jumbo Cookie Bottled Water or Soft Drink
WEDDING BAR PACKAGES
THE CHESAPEAKE PACKAGE Choice of One House Cocktail
Spirits
Gordon’s Gin Smirnoff Silver Vodka Bacardi Superior Rum Sauza Silver Tequila Cutty Sark Scotch Virginia Gentleman Bourbon Seagram’s 7 Whiskey
Domestic Beer
Bud Light, Miller Light
Imported and Craft Beer
St George I.P.A., Corona, Alewerks Old Stitch Brown Ale, Alewerks Dear Old Mum Spiced Ale, St Pauli Girl N/A
Wine
Sparkling, Simonet, Blanc de Blanc , France Sauvignon Blanc, Concannon CV, CA Chardonnay, Concannon CV, CA Pinot Noir, Concannon CV, CA Cabernet Sauvignon, Concannon CV, CA
Refreshments
Fruit Juices, Soft Drinks, Bottled Water This Bar Selection is Included in All Three Packages 1 bartender per 40 guests
WEDDING BAR PACKAGES
THE COLONY PACKAGE Choice of Two House Cocktails
Spirits
Tanqueray Gin Absolut Vodka Cruzan Gold Light Rum Lunazul Silver Tequila Johnnie Walker Red Scotch Four Roses Bourbon Jack Daniel's Whiskey
Domestic Beer
Bud Light, Miller Light
Imported and Craft Beer
St George I.P.A., Corona, Alewerks Old Stitch Brown Ale, Alewerks Dear Old Mum Spiced Ale, St Pauli Girl N/A
Wine
Sparkling, Maschio, Prosecco, Italy Chardonnay, Ava Grace, CA Sauvignon Blanc, Ava Grace, CA Merlot, Ava Grace, CA Red Blend, Ava Grace, CA
Refreshments
Fruit Juices, Soft Drinks, Bottled Water Enhance to The Colony for an additional fee 1 bartender per 40 guests
WEDDING BAR PACKAGES
THE VIRGINIA PACKAGE Choice of Three House Cocktails
Spirits
Bombay Sapphire Gin Grey Goose Vodka Mt. Gay Eclipse Rum Patron Silver Tequila The McCallan 12-Year-Old Scotch Woodford Reserve Bourbon Crown Royal Whiskey
Domestic Beer
Bud Light, Miller Light
Imported and Craft Beer
St George I.P.A., Corona, Alewerks Old Stitch Brown Ale, Alewerks Dear Old Mum Spiced Ale, St Pauli Girl N/A
Wine
Sparkling, Mumm, Napa Prestige, Brut, NV, CA Chardonnay, 10 Span, CA Pinot Gris, 10 Span, CA Pinot Noir, 10 Span, CA Cabernet Sauvignon, 10 Span, CA
Refreshments
Fruit Juices, Soft Drinks, Bottled Water Enhance to The Virginia for an additional fee 1 bartender per 40 guests
WEDDING BAR PACKAGES
BEER & WINE PACKAGE Beer
Bud Light Miller Light St. George IPA Alewerks Dear Old Mum Spiced Ale Alewerks Old Stitch Brown Ale Corona St Pauli Girl N/A
Wine
Sparkling, Simonet, Blanc de Blancs, France Sauvignon Blanc, Concannon CV, CA Chardonnay, Concannon CV, CA Pinot Noir, Concannon CV, CA Cabernet Sauvignon , Concannon CV, CA
Refreshments
Fruit Juices, Soft Drinks, Bottled Water 1 bartender per 40 guests
COCKTAIL OPTIONS SPRING /SUMMER Summer Spritzer
White Wine, Peach, Dry Vermouth, Seltzer
Berry Rita
White Wine, Peach, Dry Vermouth, Seltzer
Hand-Shaken Aged Daiquiri Aged Rum, Lime, Simple Syrup
Wild Whiskey Smash
Bourbon, Raspberry, Blackberry, Mint
Apple Cherry Swizzle
Bourbon, Apple Jack, Cherry Preserves, Lemon
Moscow Mule
Vodka, Lime, Ginger Beer
English-Style
Gin, Lemongrass, Cucumber Slices, Lime
Piña Mojito
Rum, Pineapple, Mint, Lime
FALL/WINTER Sparkling Citrus Cello
Prosecco and Housemade Limoncello
Stormy Weather
Rum, Lime, Angostura Bitter, Ginger Beer
Rye Not
Rye Whiskey, Amaro, Sweet Vermouth, Maraschino
Spanish Rose
Gin, Licor 43, Lemon, Rosemary, Pomegranate
Baked Apple
Bourbon, Apple Cider, Winter Spice, Ginger Beer
Margarita
Tequila, Lime, Agave, Salt
Moscow Mule
Vodka, Lime, Ginger Beer
First Glance
Vodka, Aperol, Grapefruit, Agave, Prosecco
BANQUET POLICIES FUNCTION ROOMS The Williamsburg Lodge reserves the right to move an event to banquet/meeting room(s) other than those appearing on the Banquet Event Order should there be a significant change in the number of attendees as determined by the Hotel. The Hotel also reserves the right to charge an additional fee for set-up of meeting rooms with extraordinary requirements, e.g., advance set-up and late tear-down. A room set-up fee will be charged where applicable. OUTDOOR FUNCTIONS The Williamsburg Lodge reserves the right to make the final decision regarding outdoor functions. The decision to move a function to an indoor location will be made no fewer than four (4) hours prior to the event based on the prevailing weather conditions and the local forecast. REQUESTS FOR MULTIPLE ENTRÉES Up to three (3) entrée choices may be selected. The highest priced entrée will prevail for all entrées. The exact number of each entrée is expected along with the guaranteed number of guests for the event fourteen (14) days prior. Client is required to provide some form of identifying the entrée selection of each guest at the table, e.g. colored ticket, color-coded name tag, or entrée card. GUARANTEES A guaranteed attendance number on all food and beverage functions is due fourteen (14) business days prior to the scheduled event. If no final guarantee is provided, then the estimated attendance on the banquet event order will be used as the guarantee figure. All charges will be based upon the guarantee or actual number of attendees served, whichever is greater. PARCELS, MAILING, SHIPPING A $2.50 handling fee per delivered box or item will be charged. A $100 handling fee applies for unloading and loading pallets. Any materials required for upcoming events may be sent three (3) days prior to the event for holding. Please ask your Conference Services Manager to provide the appropriate address information. PROPERTY DAMAGE You/your group are responsible for all damage to the Hotel facilities caused by you/your guests, exhibitors, or representatives. Affixing anything to walls, floors, or ceilings of event rooms, hotel lobbies, or overnight rooms without prior approval is not permitted. Please refer all requests to your Conference Services Manager. LIABILITY The Williamsburg Lodge assumes no responsibility for any items left in the conference or coat rooms. FOOD AND BEVERAGE The Williamsburg Lodge is responsible for the quality and freshness of the food served to our guests. All food served at the Williamsburg Lodge must be prepared by our culinary staff. Food may not be taken off the premises after it has been prepared and served. Please note that sales and service of alcoholic beverages are regulated by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Guests are not permitted to bring alcoholic beverages onto Colonial Williamsburg property. SERVICE CHARGE AND TAX A 20% taxable service charge and state and local taxes are added to all food, beverage, and other services. If you are a tax-exempt organization, please provide your tax-exempt number and certificate to the Hotel’s Accounting Department 30 days prior to your event.
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