Dover Hall Weddings
Culinary Menu
GF – Gluten-Free or Gluten-Free Option Available VG – Vegetarian Item VE – Vegan Item Note: All prices indicated are per person.
Note: A 30% service fee is applied to all food & beverage charges. *The following foods may be ordered raw or undercooked: meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
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The Culinary
Experience
Our Team takes great pride in providing an unrivaled culinary experience that parallels the grandeur of the Dover Hall property. Led by Executive Chef Leah Randolph, our Culinary Team crafts each homemade dish with great care, using only the finest local ingredients. To provide the highest quality food, we prepare all canapés, plated dinners, and action stations à la minute, exactly as executed in high-end fine dining restaurants. Delivered with an unparalleled level of Southern hospitality and dedication to detail, each dish is designed with a stylistic touch and a bold balance of flavor for the ultimate foodie experience. We hope that you thoroughly enjoy this thoughtfully curated menu as you embark on your unique and personalized culinary journey; surely one that you and your guests will not soon forget!
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Getting Ready The Before Pick one option for each wedding party Pricing is per person Self-serve in Queen Elizabeth OR Billiards Room
The Before Food / 30 Option 1) Lemon Tarragon Chicken Salad & Assorted Bread Tzatziki, Whipped Feta, Hummus, Crackers & Fresh Fruit Option 2) Edwards Ham Biscuits, Smoked Salmon Platter: Assorted Bagels, Dill Caper Cream Cheese, Hard Boiled Eggs, etc. & Fresh Fruit Option 3) Choice of *Local Beef Sliders OR 7 Lady Fried Chicken Sliders OR Grilled BBQ Chicken Sliders with Truffle Fries Option 4) Chef Selected Cast Iron Pizzas Homemade Roasted Garlic Spinach Dip, Assorted Bread, Chef Salad
Additional Snacks / 8 Assorted Granola + Cereal Bars Individual Healthy Snacks Assorted Bagged Chips + Pretzels
Libations* Assorted Juices, Soft Drinks, Water / included with food purchase Coffee & Tea / 3 7 Lady Vineyards Bubbles / 49 per bottle Assorted Beer / 8 per beer Special Request: Bottle Service or Mixed Drinks / Market Price *Due to Virginia ABC laws, Dover Hall must provide all alcoholic beverages. Any outside alcoholic beverages will be confiscated. We also ask that no outside food is brought onsite. Photo: (top left) Alexandria Photography (top right) Hannah Gonzalez Photography (bottom left) Ashley Blitz Photography (bottom right) Melissa Durham Photography Dover Hall Weddings culinary menu
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The COCKTAIL HOUR Passed Canapés Suggested Selection: three to five items for full guest count; priced per person
Sea / 10 per selection Tempura Shrimp, Pickled Chilis, Green Onion, Kecap Grilled Shimp Skewer, Cilantro Chimichurri, Green Onion / GF Smoked Salmon Medallion, Cucumber, Caper Cream Cheese, Cracked Black Pepper / GF *Tuna Poke, Avocado Salad, Black Sesame, San-J Rice Cracker / GF Creole Crab Cakes, House Pickles, Sambal Aioli *Ceviche, Seasonal White Fish, Citrus, Pickled Chilis, Cilantro / GF Maine Lobster Rolls, Tarragon, Garlic Aioli, Chives
Land / 9 per selection Fried Chicken Croquettes, Lavender Honey, Fried Garlic, Parmigiano Reggiano Edwards Ham Biscuits, Apple Butter, Whole Grain Mustard *Beef Medallion Crostini, Herb Pesto, Kecap Spicy Andouille Stuffed Mushroom, Andouille Sausage, Bell Peppers, Cheddar *Beef Tartare, Russett Potato Chip, Fried Caper Tomato Aioli, Micro Arugula / GF Curry Chicken Skewer, Garam Masala, Greek Yogurt, Cilantro, Green Onion / GF *New Zealand Lamb Chops, Chermoula, Kecap
Woods / 8 per selection Arancini, Wild Mushroom, Red Wine Sugo, Fried Garlic, Parmesan Reggiano, House Pulled Mozzarella / VG Compressed Watermelon, Local Feta, Mint Oil, Balsamic / GF, VG Basil Bruschetta, Oven Dried Tomatoes, Roasted Garlic, Torn Basil, Balsamic / VE Eggplant Caponata, Crostini, Roasted Red Peppers, Parmesan Reggiano / VG Butternut Squash Bruschetta, Whipped Goat Cheese, Red Wine Reduction / VG Watermelon Poke, Avocado Salad, Cilantro / VE Mushroom Toast, Taleggio Cheese, Chives / VG Twice Baked Potatoes, Leek Sour Cream, Bacon, Cheddar / GF Aloo Chaat Phyllo Cup, Chickpea, Potato, Mint Yogurt, Cilantro / VG Scallion Pancakes, Cilantro Salad, Pickled Chilis, Gochujang, Fish Sauce Aioli Fried Green Tomatoes, Pimento Cheese, Pickled Red Onion / VG Photo: (top left) Alex C Tenser Photography (top right + bottom left) Nikki Santerre Photography (bottom right) Shannon Moffit Photography Dover Hall Weddings culinary menu
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The COCKTAIL HOUR Stationary Displays Suggested Selection: One display for full guest count; priced per person Self-serve display unless otherwise noted
Mediterranean Station / 15 Hummus, Baba Ganoush, Whipped Feta, Tzatziki, Pickled Veggies, Olives, Stuffed Grape Leaves, Housemade Breads / VG
Grilled Cheese + Heirloom Tomato Bisque / 15 Three cheese grilled cheese on Housemade Brioche / VG
Artisan Cheese & Charcuterie Board / 16 Chef’s Selection of Meats & Cheeses, Artisan Breads, Housemade Crackers, Seasonal Jams, Local Fruits & Berries, House Pickles, Candied Nuts
Housemade Tortellini Station / 18 Three Cheese Tortellini, Blistered Tomato, Parmesan Tuile *Chef attended station
Fried Chicken + Biscuit Bar / 22 Housemade Buttermilk Biscuits, Fried Chicken, Hot Honey, Pimento Cheese, House Pickles, Seasonal Jams, Housemade Hot Sauce
*Oyster Bar / 23 Locally Sourced Oysters, Housemade Hot Sauce, Mignonette / GF
*Chilled Seafood Bar / 28 Chef’s Selection of Locally Sourced Oysters, Crab Knuckles, Shrimp, Ceviche, Mignonette, Housemade Hot Sauce, Cocktail Sauce / GF Dover Hall Weddings culinary menu
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The Reception Seated Dinner - Amuse Bouche / 6 Selection: One amuse bouche Amuse Bouche: a small savory item of food served as a one-bite appetizer before a meal Pre-set at each place setting cold / room temperature Bite of Brie, Apple Butter, Saba Vincotto / GF, VG Carrot Ginger Soup, Black Lava Salt, Chives / GF, VG Gorgonzola Stuffed Hibiscus / GF, VG Goat Cheese Stuffed Fig, Prosciutto / GF Lavender Coated Strawberry, Slice of Brie / GF, VG Chilled Pea & Asparagus Soup, Mint / GF, VG Charred Leek Vichyssoise / GF, VG Asparagus Vichyssoise / GF, VG Chesapeake Crab Vichyssoise / GF + $2
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The Reception Seated Dinner - First/Second Course Suggested Selection: One first course & one second course (optional but encouraged) Served with homemade rolls + whipped butter
Spring - Summer / First Course Included with Seated Meals Little Gem Lettuce, Pear, Candied Pecan Soil, Blue Cheese Vinaigrette / GF, VG House Salad, Artisan Mixed Greens, Tarragon Pickle, Oven Dried Tomato, Shaved Red Onion, Chervil Buttermilk, Garlic Pangrattato, Parmesan Reggiano / VG Artisan Salad, Shaved Cucumbers, Crispy Shallot Rings, Garlic Pangrattato, Parmesan Reggiano, Tomato Vinaigrette / VG Cantaloupe Salad, Cantaloupe, Shaved Prosciutto, Arugula, Lemon Vinaigrette / GF Compressed Watermelon, Local Feta, Baby Arugula, Mint Oil, Balsamic Vincotto / GF, VG Heirloom Tomato Caprese, House Pulled Mozzarella, Olive Oil, Balsamic Vincotto, Micro Basil / GF, VG *Beef Carpaccio, Tomato Aioli, Dijonnaise, Capers, Fried Garlic, Parmesan Reggiano / + $4 GF
Fall - Winter / First Course Included with Seated Meals Mixed Greens Salad, Pickled Cherries, Shaved Manchego, Sherry Maple Vinaigrette / GF, VG Sweet Gem Caesar Salad, Garlic Pangrattato, Parmesan Reggiano / VG Local Baby Beets, Local Goat Cheese, Citrus, Candied Nuts, Shaved Radish, Balsamic Glaze / GF, VG Roasted Butternut Squash, Smoky Bacon, Smoked Yogurt, Frisée, Pickled Cherries, Parmesan Reggiano / GF Fig Salad, Prosciutto, Red Sorrel, Roasted Pine Nuts, Arugula, Red Wine Reduction / GF Butternut Squash Soup, Sherry Vinegar, Cream, Thyme, Olive Oil / GF, VG Heirloom Tomato Bisque, Basil, Garlic Crouton / VG *Scallop Ceviche, Bacon Vinaigrette, Shaved Apple, Radish, Mint, Cilantro / + $4 GF Chesapeake Crab Bisque, Crème Fraîche, Fresh Dill / + $4 GF
*ADD an additional course from above for $10 per person Photo: (top left + bottom right) Nikki Santerre Photography (top right) M Harris Photo (bottom left) Wolfcrest Photography Dover Hall Weddings culinary menu
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The Reception Seated Dinner - Main Course - Duets All guests are served the same meal selection Dietary considerations such as VG/VE and most allergies can be accommodated The first course is included in the entreé price *Filet & Lobster Tail / 62 Rutabaga Purée, Thumbelina Carrots, Caramelized Brussels Sprouts, Champagne Beurre Blanc / GF *Filet & Crab Cake / 62 Roasted Garlic Pomme Purée, Oyster Mushrooms, Chive Beurre Blanc *Filet & Scallop / 60 Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Oyster Mushroom, Chive Beurre Blanc / GF Red Wine Braised Short Rib & Crab Cake / 60 Roasted Garlic Pomme Purée, Crispy Oyster Mushrooms, Shallot Jus *Filet & Salmon / 59 Roasted Garlic Pomme Purée, Braised Broccolini, Champagne Beurre Blanc / GF Pan-Seared Airline Chicken & Lobster Tail / 58 Cauliflower Purée, Thumbelina Carrots, Caramelized Brussels Sprouts, Champagne Beurre Blanc / GF *Pan Seared Airline Chicken & Mahi Mahi / 57 Corn Pureé, Charred Cauliflower, Yuzu Beurre Blanc / GF
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The Reception Seated Dinner - Main Course - Choice-of Entrée Client to choose two protein options and a Vegetarian/Vegan Option Meal selections must be provided three weeks in advance and on guest place cards the day-of. The first course is included in the entreé price *Peppercorn Crusted Beef Tenderloin, Roasted Garlic Pomme Purée, Charred Onion, Crispy Oyster Mushrooms, Truffle Bordelaise / GF 55 Seared Scallop, Roasted Corn Pureé, Charred Cauliflower, Compressed Apple, Chive Beurre Blanc / GF 53 Crab Cake, Roasted Cauliflower Purée, Oyster Mushrooms, White Wine Braised Broccolini, Chive Beurre Blanc / 53 Red Wine Braised Short Rib, Creamy Polenta, Oyster Mushrooms, Shallot Jus / GF 52 Miso Honey Glazed Salmon, Dill Roasted Potatoes, Sesame Green Beans / 49 *Mahi Mahi, Rutabaga Purée, Pepperonata, Chive Beurre Blanc / GF 48 *Pan Seared Salmon, Celery Root Purée, White Wine Braised Broccolini, Pickled Fennel, Champagne Beurre Blanc / GF 48 Pan Seared Airline Chicken Breast, Parsnip Mash, Thumbelina Carrots, Caramelized Brussels Sprouts, Chicken Jus / GF 46 Housemade Three Cheese Tortellini, Pesto Cream Sauce, Blistered Tomato, Crispy Oyster Mushrooms, Parmesan Reggiano, Fried Garlic / VG 42 Peppercorn Crusted Cauliflower, Romesco, Crispy New Potatoes, Oyster Mushrooms / GF, VE 42 Wild Mushroom Risotto, Charred Leek / GF, VG 42 Butternut Squash Risotto, Oyster Mushrooms, Parmesan, Fried Garlic / GF, VG 42
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The Reception Station Style Dinner Suggested Selection: Four to six station items paired with one to two passed items For a station-style dinner you may have full seating for all your guests, in the same manner as a plated meal, or, choose to have limited seating for a more informal, cocktail-style atmosphere.
Farmer's Market Station Beet Salad, Local Goat Cheese, Citrus, Shaved Radish, Candied Nuts, Arugula, Balsamic Glaze / GF, VG 9 Little Gem Lettuce, Pear, Pickled Cherries, Parmesan Pangrattato, Sherry Maple Vinaigrette / VG 9 House Salad, Artisan Mixed Greens, Tarragon Pickle, Oven Dried Tomato, Shaved Red Onion, Chervil Buttermilk, Garlic Pangrattato, Parmesan Reggiano / VG 9 Local Seasonal Vegetables, Brown Butter, Lemon Preserve, Parmesan Reggiano / GF, VG 9 Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Rosemary Cream, Fried Garlic, Parmesan Reggiano / GF, VG 9 Heirloom Tomato Salad, House Pulled Mozzarella, Olive Oil, Balsamic Vincotto, Micro Basil / GF, VG 9 Roasted Garlic Pomme Purée / GF, VG 9
Pasta Station Housemade focaccia is included with all pasta stations Seared Brown Butter Gnocchi, Braised Lamb, Parsley Gremolata, Parmesan Reggiano, Red Wine Sugo / 14 Three Cheese Tortellini, Oven Dried Tomatoes, Pesto Cream, Parmesan Reggiano / VG 14 Short Rib Ragù, Pappardelle, Parmesan Reggiano, Fried Garlic / 14 Cavatappi, Sausage, Blistered Tomatoes, Pesto Cream, Parmesan Reggiano / 12 Orecchiette, Pancetta, Herbs, Cracked Pepper, Meyer Lemon, Parmesan Cream, Parmesan Reggiano / 12 Truffle Mac & Cheese, Truffle Cheddar Béchamel, Garlic Pangrattato, Parmesan Reggiano / VG 12
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The Reception Butcher's Table Station *Seared Beef Tenderloin, Horseradish Cream, Homemade Rolls / 22 Short Ribs, Shallot Jus, Oyster Mushrooms / GF 20 *Brined Pork Loin, Whole Grain Mustard Nage / GF 17 Pan Seared Airline Chicken Breast, Game Jus / GF 17
From the Sea Station *Pan Seared Salmon, Parsnip Purée, Pickled Fennel, Dill, Calabrian Chili Vincotto / GF 18 *Mahi Mahi, Chef Selected Accoutrements / GF 18 Sicilian Shrimp, White Wine, Butter, Orange, Blistered Tomato / GF 17 Shrimp & Grits, Cajun Shrimp, Bacon Lardons, Blistered Tomatoes, Byrd Mill Grits / GF 16
Passed Items These items are highly recommended if you are hosting a cocktail-style reception and you do not have full seating for your entire guest count Seared Brown Butter Gnocchi, Braised Lamb, Parsley Gremolata, Parmesan Reggiano, Red Wine Sugo / 10 Truffle Mac & Cheese, Truffle Cheddar Béchamel, Garlic Pangrattato, Parmesan Reggiano / VG 10 Three Cheese Tortellini, Oven Dried Tomatoes, Pesto Cream, Parmesan Reggiano / VG 10 Curry Chicken Skewer, Garam Masala, Greek Yogurt, Cilantro, Green Onion / GF 13 Shrimp & Grits, Cajun Shrimp, Bacon Lardons, Blistered Tomatoes, Byrd Mill Grits / GF 13 *New Zealand Lamb Chops, Chermoula, Kecap / 13 Grilled Shrimp Skewer, Cilantro Chimichurri / GF 14 Sicilian Shrimp, White Wine, Butter, Orange, Blistered Tomato / GF 14 Maine Lobster Rolls, Tarragon, Garlic Aioli, Chives / 16
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The reception Sweets Suggested Selection: One to two items Self-serve display unless otherwise noted*
Dessert Display / 10 Chocolate Budino, House Made Peanut Butter, Pecan Soil / GF, VG Tres Leches Cake, Lime Cream, Pickled Blueberries, Blueberry Gastrique / VG Strawberry Shortcake, Strawberry Jam, Strawberry Chantilly / VG Brioche Bread Pudding, Frangelico Cream, Rum Raisin Sauce, Dark Chocolate / VG Ricotta Zeppole, Chocolate Fondue, Lavender Sugar / VG Frangelico Panna Cotta, Fresh Berries, Passionfruit Purée / GF House Made Gelato, Flavor options include but are not limited to: Lemon Lavender, Espresso, Dark Chocolate, Blood Orange Hibiscus, Luxardo Cherry / GF, VG *Chef attended station / pick a maximum of two flavors
House Made Sorbet, Flavor options include but are not limited to: Mixed Berry, Mango Ginger, Strawberry Cantaloupe, Watermelon Mint / GF, VE *Chef attended station / pick a maximum of two flavors
Assorted House Made Gourmet Cookie Bar, Options include: Brown Butter Chocolate Chip, Red Velvet, Snickerdoodle, S'mores, White Chocolate Pistachio, Lemon / GF *pick a maximum of three flavors
Lemon Olive Oil Cake, Lemon Curd, Macerated Berries, Mascarpone Whipped Cream / VG Viennese Dessert Trio, Chef Selected Mini Dessert Display / + $3 VG
Coffee + Tea Service / included Locally Roasted Regular & Decaf Coffee, Assorted Teas Dover Hall Weddings culinary menu
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The reception Late Night Snack Self-serve station display Pretzel Bar Bites / 15 Housemade Beer Cheese, Spicy Brown Mustard, Yellow Mustard / VG Truffle Fry Bar / 15 Housemade Beer Cheese, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Herb Aioli, Ketchup / VG Tortilla Chip Bar / 15 Blue Corn Tortilla Chips, Fire Roasted Salsa, House Made Guacamole, Chorizo Queso
For the ride home - grab and go Packaged and set on the foyer table for your guests to take on the road Copycat Chick-fil-A Sandwich + Assorted Soft Drinks & Water / 18 Housemade Roll, Housemade Chick-fil-A Sauce, Fried Chicken, Housemade Pickles Prosciutto & Mozzarella + Assorted Soft Drinks and Water / 18 Oven Dried Tomato, Pesto, French Baguette Grilled Cheese + Assorted Soft Drinks & Water / 16 Three Cheese Brioche Grilled Cheese / VG There is a $1,500 minimum for any clients who add on late-night snacks
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