– Dish Caering food for thought –
– 2013 –
Food for thought... We offer inspired ideas, outstanding service and sumptuous food. We will bring to your table an unforgettable event. Please contact a Dish coordinator and they will answer any questions you may have and provide you with a custom menu quote for your next event.
contents hors d'oeuvres
2
signature Dish
11
small plates
4
main Dish
12
fromage
6
whole roasts
13
tapas & such
8
side Dish
14
soups
9
comfort Dishes
16
salads
10
brunch
18
Dish desserts
19
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3023 Route 29 Frenchtown, NJ 08825 908. 996. 0208 visit us online at gottahavedish.com See more photos on our Facebook page
2 hors d’oeuvres appetizers, hors d’oeuvres, butler-passed morsels shall we go on? perfect for cocktail hour, just perfect really.
warm app’s
fried oysters
crab cake
tartlet trio
from the shell, lined with gold, spinach pernod butter, corn fried oyster, love
all crab all the time. topped with rémoulade sauce
sweet onion cup
jumbo shrimp, coconut batter, seasonal chutney
coconut shrimp
pan seared halloumi
southern fried skewer
frenched lamb rib, organic apple butter or dijon brandy cream
swiss & bacon, artichoke & olive, wild mushroom phyllo dough, caramelized onion custard buttermilk chicken, lightly fried, crystal hot sauce, or sausage gravy* (house specialty)
filet tips
sautéed to order filet, skewered, au poivre cream
lamb lollipop classic caps
fresh mushrooms, sausage, or crab* stuffing
asparagus spear
greek friable cheese, skewered, lemon oil dip
truffled risotto purse
risotto, truffle, pastry wrapped
classic cocktail franks
your classic cocktail frank in puff pastry, made modern with spicy dijon
saffron shrimp & scallops
grilled shrimp & scallops, skewered, orange miso & mae ploy dipping sauces
scampi skewers
asparagus tip, asiago cheese, phyllo dough
asian basket trio
wild mushroom risotto rounds
spring roll, shrimp shomai, wontons, ginger soy & mae ploy dips served from bamboo steamer baskets
grilled finger sandwiches (popular) - salmon croque monsieur smoked salmon, caramelized onion, fontina
seared pork, basil pesto dip
chorizo skewer
- french hambrie, spiced plum jam, smoked ham
specialty sliders
- mini reuben pastrami, swiss, russian dressing, sauerkraut
tiger shrimp, garlic, lemon, drawn butter
spanish style sausage, lime cream dip
kobe beef, crab cake, short ribs with foie gras, german-style sausage, lamb, grilled veggies, black bean burger options available (prices vary)
porky goodness
shredded bbq pork, chipotle sour cream, baby chive
red rooster
panini bites
arancini
tuscan skewer MORE >
sea scallop spear
seared, bacon horseradish butter or ginger soy butter
foie gras
pan seared over brioche, kippered cherry chutney
red curry chicken, thai peanut dipping sauce
spanakopita
baby spinach, feta cheese, phyllo dough call us at 908. 996. 0208 • page 2
3 hors d’oeuvres soup sips chilled
crostini three
watermelon tomato gazpacho with fresh basil
creamy olive tapenade, bruschetta, romesco
marinated steak skewer
chilled sweet pea
marinated flank steak, skewered, horseradish cream
cool as a cucumber
split peas, ricotta salata, phyllo cup
with mint
with dill
soup sips warm
(ask your coordinator about our seasonal soups)
butternut squash creamy golden potato seafood bisque
cool
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split pea purée
ceviche (seasonal)
fresh seafood, vinegar & citrus marinated, pink taylor bay scallop sea shell
bruschetta toast
grape tomatoes, basil, garlic, miniature toasts
rock crab claws & shrimp
chilled, cocktail sauce, lemon wedges
smoked salmon tortilla smoked salmon, avocado cream, chervil, tortilla crisp
sweet heart
heart-shaped PB & J. yes, we’re serious. it’s all about the love
the absolute bite
grape tomato, bloody mary mix, absolut peppar
prosciutto melon skewers prosciutto, cantaloupe chunks, balsamic glaze
tea smoked duck
thin sliced duck, peach chutney, miniature toasts
stuffed grape tomatoes fresh grape tomatoes, chilled salmon mousse
mini tea sandwiches
grape gatsby crostini
grape chutney, boursin, toasted nut bits, crostini toast *can be made with whole covered grape – ask your coordinator for pricing
- cucumber & watercress - smoked salmon & caper cream cheese - house made herbed chicken salad
salmon canapés
caprese skewers
max & me smoked salmon, lemon dill crème fraiche, black bread rounds
tuna tartare
fork shredded chicken salad, salmon salad, hummus, red pepper
pâté maison
served in a glass (or edible spoon), mango crab salad, chervil, demi spoon
grape tomato, homemade mozzarella, pesto or balsamic reduction dip sashimi grade tuna, soy dressing, cucumber rounds, wonton crisps chicken liver pâté, sour cherry jam, soft brioche round
cocktail tiger
chilled tiger shrimp, classic cocktail sauce, lemon wedges
tomato sandwich
(seasonal) a classic, thin bread, heirloom tomato, mayo
crostini italiano
house made white bean puree, baby spinach, roasted red pepper
cool sliders
mango crab
smokey apple smith
take note:
want something you don’t see? just ask. we’ll make a family favorite or tell us about… “that thing you saw that one time… at that place by the lake… that time at cousin bob’s birthday party...” we can do that! *market pricing – please ask your coordinator
granny apple slice, smoked trout, horseradish cream
vietnamese summer roll
vermicelli noodles, veggies, herbs, shrimp, rice paper sweet & sour sauce (all veggie option available)
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small plates small plates, tasting plates, small plates by any other name, are still delicious. These perfect portion dishes are fun, beautiful and perfect for full bodied cocktail parties, as an attention getting station, or even as a starter for an intimate dinner party.
warm plates
chilled plates
rioja braised short rib
puree of celery root & parsnip, taro crisp
seared sea scallop
asian style, baby bok choy, ginger soy butter bacon horseradish butter, whipped potato porcini dusted spaghetti squash nest
lump crab cake
wilted kale, dijon brandy sauce over n’awlin’s style “dirty rice” with our own magical rémoulade
tuna tartare
citrus soy, shallot, organic micro greens
corn fried blue point oyster
celery root rémoulade, frizzled basil
mushroom timbale red quinoa, red pepper coulis, micro greens
take note! We cook everything to your liking, just for you. Don’t hesitate to ask about substitutions, special requests, or even suggest your own idea. Pricing starts at 7.94 per plate. Prices are according to menu selections and event size.
poached atlantic salmon cucumber herb salad, greek yogurt, lemon zest
lamb chops
carrot purée, onion marmalade over wipped potatos au jus
sea bass
chilean or striped, spring asparagus & mushroom ragout *We are active members of Monterey Bay Ocean Watch
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5 Small plates small plates, by any other name, are still delicious. These perfect portion dishes are fun, beautiful and perfect for full bodied cocktail parties, as an attention getting station, or even as a starter for an intimate dinner party.
warm plates
chilled plates
rioja braised short rib
puree of celery root & parsnip, taro crisp
seared sea scallop
asian style, baby bok choy, ginger soy butter bacon horseradish butter, whipped potato porcini dusted spaghetti squash nest
lump crab cake
wilted kale, dijon brandy sauce over n’awlin’s style “dirty rice” with our own magical rémoulade
lamb chops
carrot purée, onion marmalade
sea bass
chilean or striped, spring asparagus & mushroom ragout *We are active members of Monterey Bay Ocean Watch
tuna tartare
citrus soy, shallot, organic micro greens corn fried blue point oyster celery root rémoulade, frizzled basil
mushroom timbale
red quinoa, red pepper coulis, micro greens poached atlantic salmon cucumber herb salad, greek yogurt, lemon zest
take note!
We cook everything to your liking, just for you. Don’t hesitate to ask about substitutions, special requests, or even suggest your own idea. Pricing starts at 7.94 per plate. Prices are according to menu selections and event size.
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6 fromage “married with cheese” Select imported cheeses married with fresh & poached fruits, chutneys, preserves, toasted nuts, fresh breads, artisanal crackers, or pitas. Dish cheese displays are unlike any other – a visual delight that melts in your mouth. Presented on our signature 18” square white porcelain platters or slates
favorite selections
cotswold cheddar
natural rind french bleu
with wine or honey poached pears
doble or triple cream brie
with honey & toasted walnuts served warm
pastry wrapped brie
“sweet” with raspberry or fig conserves “savory” with wild mushroom medley
boursin
with a salad of fresh split grapes & toasted pine nuts
herb-crusted goat cheese
in extra virgin olive oil & cracked pepper on a bed of sun dried tomatoes
imported cheese varieties parmigiano-reggiano
i taly: raw cow’s milk, 1-3 years aged. mouth tingling savory flavor that melts on the tongue. this cheese stands alone.
taleggio/tellegio
italy: cow’s milk washed rind, ripened 40 days. a house favorite. soft, buttery, and fruity tones. excellent with our fig & olive tapenade.
cahill porter
ireland: cow’s milk, aged 14-18 weeks made with porter beer and white cheddar, with a mild and creamy finish. great alone or with fresh green apple. alloumi cheese h cypress: sheep’s milk aged 10 days salt bath cured, cold or pan fried cured with fresh mint, sautéed with olive oil, lemon and fresh herbs, eat warm.
cow’s milk, aged 14-18 weeks. baby chive hints this excellent melt in your mouth cheddar. just on a cracker or with crisp fruit. - england
cabrales blue cheese
cured in brandy-soaked maple leaves, this outstanding blue is perfect with portpoached pears & black grapes. - spain
savello
salt cured and aged on beachwood for sixty days this semi hard 100% sheep’s milk cheese with a sharp yet mild taste. pairs wonderfully with moscatto wine jelly. - italy
morbier
podda classico
hard cheese made from sheep’s and cow’s milk that is pasteurized & aged for up to a year. sweet and nutty flavors with an almost “crunchy” texture, that finishes with a bang! sardegna – italy
humboldt fog
soft, ripened, creamy cheese made from goat’s milk. this luscious cheese leaves you with a slight tang. cypress grove: california – usa
pecorino oro antico
hard cheese, aged six months, made from pasteurized sheep’s milk. this cheese has a “flavor trifecta” – nutty, grassy, & sheepy. toscana – italy
this raw cow milk cheese has a balanced pungency and peanutty finish. from the eponymous town in the - jura mountains,
piave
often likened to the king of italian cheese, parmigiano-reggiano, piave is a deliciously nutty, pasteurized cow’s milk cheese from the veneto region in northern - italy
meadow creek grayson
raw cow’s milk cheese, balanced pungency, peanutty finish, virginia’s feete family uses ecologically-sound farming practices in caring for their 80 jersey cows: no pesticides in the fields where the cows are rotationally pastured, they are never confined or fed silage, and the milking season ends when grass vitality wanes and the cows wind down their milk production. award winning cheese reflects this diligence. if you like tellegio you will adore grayson! virginia - usa
tête du moines
semi hard cow’s milk cheese has a sweet and pungent flavor. served from a girolle or cheese curler to “shave the monk’s head” – switzerland
aged gouda
aged 5 years this cow’s milk cheese is a stand out. served with our handcandied nut trio or fig & almond cake. it’s always the talk of any event it attends. - holland
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7 fromage “married with cheese” uplands pleasant ridge reserve
smooth, dense paste with rich fruit, olive, herb and a tang on the finish to rival the best beaufort. this younger version is seasonally available in late winter. wisconsin – usa
double cream brie
soft ripened cow’s milk cheese with a mild and creamy flavor – france
camembert
petite fromage, this soft cheese is rich and creamy with a contrasting bite normandy – france
la tur
made from pasteurized sheep, cow, and goat’s milk this cheese is soft and full of natural flavor and tang that lingers. piemonte – italy
toussaint
raw cow’s milk cheese has a texture that is tight and smooth with floral flavors. with age, this cheese will become peppery and very complex. sprout creek farm, poughkeepsie, ny – usa
landaff
semi-firm, cave-aged, raw holstein cow’s milk cheese that begins with a tang yet ends very clean. landaff, nh – usa
roquefort bleu
known as the “king of cheeses”, this may be the most famous french cheese. made from raw sheep’s milk this creamy, rich flavored, tangy cheese will melt in your mouth. - france
cacao di roma
younger, smaller, and softer than pecorino romano, this firm cheese has less intense flavor with hints of fruit and smoothness. made from sheep’s milk. lazio – italy
nettle meadow kunik
made from pasteurized goat’s milk and jersey cow cream, this triple cream has tang and tartness. this is a thick buttery paste that still has the flavors of a great chevre with the damp straw & mushroom flavor that is so popular in good bloomy rind cheeses. upstate ny
the cheese does not stand alone… these amazing accompaniments are either hand made in our DiSh kitchen or from an award winning artisanal company that also hand makes specialty products.
fig cake with toasted almonds honey-poached baby walnuts sour cherry preserves onion marmalade port-poached pears fig & bourbon conserve pear & apple butters pear ginger chutney moroccan candied trio of nuts balsamic vinegar jelly moscatto wine jelly fresh fruits & fine crackers our cheese menu is always changing, please ask what’s available. Call for pricing...
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8 tapas & such Great stationary items to start your event or for a full evening of hearty cocktails. Mix and match as you please and don’t forget to look at our cheese menu as well to complete your tapas table. Pricing for tapas tables start at 7 per guest. Prices vary according to party size and your menu choices. aubergine romesco
eggplant, red bell pepper, virgin oil, fresh herbs
romesco
red bell pepper, garlic, olive oil
olives
jalapeño-stuffed, italian trio, slat brined, cerignola - we send a market mixture
charcuterie slate
chilled slate with fine aged meats sopressatta, mortadella, genoa, prosciutto, fresh melon, figs items change with the season but this is always a crowd pleaser white bean purée roasted garlic, double cream, sea salt
hummus
garbanzo purée, garlic, lemon
spinach feta purée
oregano, garlic, cream, hint of lemon (always popular!)
pâté & terrines
our house made pâté maison & terrines of smoked fish, vegetables & offal
smoked fish platter
smoked salmon, sable, whiting, & white fish salad
caviar service
caviar at your request served with the traditional accompaniments
frittata toast
thin frittatas made to your request served on crusty & soft bite sized bread sandwiches an italian classic served room temperature
artichoke spread
served warm with toasted pita points
dolmas
rice stuffed grape leaves in virgin oil with lemon (vegetarian)
quinoa
diced cucumber, tomato onion, loaded with fresh herbs in a light citrus dressing
moroccan carrots
orange juice, honey, spices & golden raisins
olive tapenades
black olive with oil, creamy trio, & green olive with red peppercorn
crudités
seasonal veggies served from rustic mason jars sun chokes, fennel, celeriac, french carrots, grape tomato
edamame
salty, sweet, soy beans just like in your favorite sushi place (cool)
american “edamame”
grape tomatoes with vodka for dipping and sea salt for the double dip – a conversation piece for sure. Yes we are aware it is not edamame at all but we like the name.
island chips
house made chips of plantain, yucca & taro root with tri-colored corn chips served with a duo choice of dips - salsa fresca, verde, black bean purée, chipotle sour cream
watermelon feta salad
amazing combination of sweet & saltiness. feta, olives, mint & of course H2Omelon
seafood tables
chilled shrimp cocktail, fresh shucked oysters and clams, marinated mussels, rock crab claws, poached, chilled taylor bay scallops in the shell
examples of our customized tapas tables “so. cali” table
southern california style black bean hummus, tomatilla, roasted tomato & fruit salsas, toasted spiced pumpkin seeds, island chips, tri-colored corn chips, “margarita edamame” (just like american edamame but with a margarita & queso fresca for dipping) margarita shrimp cocktail, stuffed olives
mediterranean tapas table
greek & french accents lemony hummus, roasted peppers with fresh orange & thyme, dolmas, olives, & toasted pitas, moroccan carrot salad, picante peppers, tabouleh salad, babaganoush, spinach feta dip
antipasti table
italian in flavor, charcuterie slates, “italian edamame” (grape tomato, house made mozzarella & garlic oil & salt for dipping), roasted garlic white bean purée, pepperoncini & stuffed peppers, grilled artichoke hearts, sun dried tomatoes
ballywood table
east india style 3 indian-style chutneys, poppadoms, fresh & dried fruits, yogurt dip & dall, pickled mango, paneer Don’t hesitate to ask for substitutions, special requests, or something you do not see. We make everything to order for you so tell us how you like it. Most of these items can also be made into easily passed hors d’oeuvres or presented as tasting plates as well.
CEVICHE!
our chef’s personal favorite. market fresh made to order per your request
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9 soups Made fresh from our own stocks, all Dish soups are made with love. Soups are made to order at 6 oz servings per guest. Please feel free to make any special request. Ask your coordinator about our soup sips prefect for a passed hors d’oeuvre!
soups
tomato bisque
oven roasted tomatoes, basil, herbs, toasted crostini
chicken or beef consommé brunoise of mirepoix (carrots, onions, celery)
butternut squash
roasted butternut squash, shallots, cream (this soup can be vegetarian)
italian wedding soup
chilled soups… we do that.
onion soup – 2 ways
ask your coordinator about our seasonal selections.
kobe beef mini-meatballs, fresh spinach, touch of pasta
southwestern five onion
spanish onions, red onions, leeks, shallots, scallions, topped with tortillas & shredded cheese
onion soup
a french classic
chef selection of fresh seafood market price
seafood bisque
add provolone puffs (classic onion au gratin requires rental crocks)
potato leek
bay scallop bisque
potatoes, fresh leeks, crispy pancetta (this soup can be vegetarian)
split pea
sweet peas, lardones, crème fraiche swirl
see more soup sips options in our
hors d’oeuvres section >
scallops, leeks, mushrooms, tomatoes
spicy sausage & tomato
plum tomato, crumbled chorizo, sweet onion, demi-glace
rustic peasant
white beans, roasted tomatoes, spicy (or sweet) capicola, fresh herbs
pumpkin parmesan
pumpkin purée, shallots, parmesan, & a parmesan toast
wild mushroom bisque
topped with duxelle of mushroom
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10 salads Salads can be a very personalized menu item. Go crazy – mix & match anything you like to make it your own. Here are some of our favorites…
salads
lux salad
the DiSh “house salad” - baby mesculin, belgian endive spears, sliced apple, pumpernickel croutons, dijon vinaigrette, crumbled bleu cheese
et tu salad
classic caesar served with grape tomatoes, red onion slivers, house made garlic croutons in our lemony parmesan dressing & topped with fresh grated parmesan
spring into summer jersey fresh salad
jersey beefsteak tomatoes, fresh basil, local micro greens, handmade mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil, crunchy sea salt
baby blue
red & green baby lettuce, bleu cheese, dried cherries, lux dressing
cool summer salad
red leaf lettuce, jicama slaw, fresh citrus, olive oil
Ask your coordinator about our jalapeño ceasar!
the grape & the goat
avocado salad
leafy greens with chilled green & red grapes, drizzled with champagne vinaigrette & topped with crumbled goat’s cheese
this classic cuban salad is a DiSh favorite - crisp romaine, red pepper, radish & cilantro are tossed in a light lime dressing and of course avocado
steakhouse wedge
greens & grain
chilled iceberg wedge, tomato, onion, slab bacon bits, chunky bleu cheese dressing
pear & pecan salad
mixed greens, pear slivers, crumbled chèvre, candied pecans, house vinaigrette OR candied walnut, white balsamic honey vinaigrette, crumbled bleu
zen garden
baby greens, julienne of garden vegetables in a citrus soy dressing topped with wonton crisps (our house lux dijon vinaigrette also available
roasted peppers, red quinoa, blue moon micro greens, portabella mushroom, verde vinaigrette
fall into winter wild mushroom
beet this
roasted beets, candied pecan, frisée, aged balsamic, virgin olive oil, crunchy sea salt
winter citrus
ruby red, blood orange, shaved celery or fennel, chèvre on boston leaf lettuce, champagne dressing
the chop shop
chopped salads are flavorful, slightly addictive and perfect for cocktail party tasting plates
steak house chop
chopped trio of lettuce, broccoli bits, egg, bacon & crisp onions, blue cheese, ranch dressing
greek
romaine, spinach, feta, olive, red pepper, oregano, vinaigrette
karate chop
savoy & red cabbage, romaine, bell pepper, onion, sprouts, citrus soy, wonton crisps
cremini mushroom, fennel, parmesan crisps, on arugula, lemon-olive oil dressing
apple & stilton
arugula or spinach with honey crisp apples, bleu crumbles, toasted walnut, cider dressing
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Dish s’mores service, complete with fire pit & accessories.
signature Dish
signature specialties that set us apart like our almost famous cuban-style, award winning fish tacos, unique american edamame and not to be forgotten, our s’mores service featuring our homemade marshmallows.
our almost famous cuban - style pork sandwich
slow roasted cuban style pork, roasted red onions, served on pan toasted flat bread with fresh herb & garlic aioli sauce
fish tacos
don’t make a face! this classic san francisco treat won us an award for ‘best in show’ at a competition. again simplicity wins over - authentic soft corn tacos shells, corn meal fried white fish, a spicy sauce with super fine red cabbage slivers. we have won over many a non-fish eater with this one. this is also very interactive. we make them to order.
american edamame
our answer to crudités. this is simple but the guests always love it. a beautiful glass plate covered with sweet grape tomatoes. in the center is a martini glass filled with vodka, next to it is a small bowl of kosher salt and clear picks.
Ask your coordinator about our rustic display items to enhance the s’mores experience!
the guest picks the tomato, dips it in the vodka & dips into the salt. viola! the salt makes the sweet tomato flavor really pop. a great conversation piece!
our s’mores service
fresh handmade marshmallows, copper fire pit, wood, charcoal, roasting sticks, graham crackers, Hershey bars, & handy wipes
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12 main Dish
main Dish, entrees, all prices are subject to change with market fluctuation. guest count can affect prices.
meats
lamb shanks
filet of beef tenderloin
grilled or pan-seared tenderloin, serves 10-15 depending on menu. please ask your coordinator about our seasonal sauce additions
filet mignon steaks 4 oz. petite filet 6 oz. filet 8 oz. filet 10 oz. filet
grilled ny strip steak
brandy & garlic compound butter
grilled rib eye steak
roasted garlic butter
rack of lamb
broiled, melted leek & white wine butter with toasted capers bacon horseradish butter
our signature slow roasted cuban pork
displayed whole and carved fresh served with herb & garlic aioli or black berry chipotle
osso buco
slow braised veal shanks in a rich red wine and veal stock market price
flank or skirt steak
citrus chili charred chicken
gazpacho salsa, balsamic reduction, or wasabi cream sauce
pork tenderloin
fig and onion demi-glace
seafood
subject to market pricing
whole cold poached salmon
stuffed breast of chicken
authentic greek yogurt tzatziki sauce serves 15-18 depending on size
braised beef brisket
grilled or pan-seared, maplerubbed, beurre blanc, cucumber & date salad, roasted tomato puttanesca, dijon mustard dill… just to name a few
prosciutto and house made mozzarella, roasted red pepper, beurre blanc
slow rioja braised, caramelized onion, demi-glace – melts in your mouth & ooh so good!
airline style chicken
salmon
striped bass
sauces
these are just some of many… ask your Dish coordinator about our fresh seasonal sauces
spring & summer
tzatziki salsa verde tropical fruit salsa wild mushroom ragout onion marmalade minted mango yogurt roasted tomato chutney fresh herb & garlic aioli
fall & winter
horseradish crème red wine shallot reduction wild mushroom demi-glace tomato vodka cream beurre blanc gorgonzola demi-glace
pan-seared, seasonal fruit salsa
diver scallops
roasted breast of chicken (with wing attached), provencal with preserved lemon
pan-seared, bacon horseradish butter, salsa rosa, just to name a few
leg of lamb
flakey white fish, pan seared with tomato caper beurre blanc or maple-glazed
bone in or out, grilled or roasted, with garlic and rosemary whole roast serves 12-20 guests
white cod
frenched rack of lamb, herb coated with dijon brandy cream or moroccan spiced with seasonal chutney ask your coordinator about other sauce options
marinated and grilled served with horseraddish créme
fresh salsa, our hot sauce collection breast parts
seared sushi grade tuna
slow braised, mint gremolata (finely chopped parsley, garlic, lemon, & mint)
saint peter’s fish
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13 whole signature roasts our whole signature roasts, slow cooked to perfection.
our signature cuban style pork roast
Bone in stuffed with pepper garlic paste slow roasted for 6 hours. So tender it falls from the bone. Served with seasonal sauces. Perfect for an entrée or Hors D’oeuvres.
bone in leg of lamb
Roasted or grilled and sliced to order with chutney or greek-style tzatziki sauce. whole roast serves 12-20 guests
bone in pork loin
dijon and fresh herb-crusted (delicious!)
DiSh sauce choices
whole choice prime rib or top round of beef
These are just a few examples of our favorite sauces to accompany your whole roast.
Slow roasted with garlic & herb rub, this is perfect for an elegant dinner buffet. Chef-attended and hand-carved from a heated station with select sauces.
Please ask coordinator about other sauce choices or seasonal additions.
Every event is unique. A DiSh Coordinator will let you know what works best.
spring & summer
salsa verde tropical fruit salsa wild mushroom ragout onion marmalade minted mango yogurt roasted tomato chutney roasted garlic aioli
whole roasted lemon garlic chicken whole roasted fresh turkey
breast for slicing serves 15-20 guests
whole filet of beef tenderloin Fresh herb-seared or grilled, served medium rare. Great for a buffet luncheon or dinner! Includes one (1) sauce choice
fall & winter
creamy horseradish red wine shallot reduction wild mushroom demi-glace beurre blanc tomato vodka cream gorgonzola demi-glace
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14 side Dish
always made fresh to order...
vegetable sides
mashed potato bar
eggplant, zucchini, squash, red onion & peppers
buttery whipped sweet and gold potatoes…you pick the toppings! honey butter, three cheese sauce, wild mushroom sauce, seafood cream or butter, toasted garlic, bacon bits, wasabi compound butter
carrot, red onion & tomato
baked potato bar
grilled mixed veggies
asparagus
with zest of lemon & olive oil
haricot verts
with toasted shallots, slivered almonds or sesame seeds
wilted spinach
with garlic, white wine & red pepper flake
b aby carrots & sugar snap peas
in sweet butter sauce
broccoli rabe
with pancetta & garlic string beans browned butter with fresh mint
steamed vegetable trio broccoli, cauliflower, carrot
roasted sweet brussel sprouts ginger-candied carrots roasted cauliflower
starch sides
absolutely delicious!
buttery whipped potatoes yukon gold, red bliss & idaho
mashed sweet potatoes
foil wrapped sweet and idaho potatoes with wasabi butter, toasted garlic, bacon bits, three cheese sauce, wild mushroom sauce, infused sour cream, sweet butter umin perfumed couscous c
c old salad sides nanny’s potato salad
a classic, made withj red bliss potatos, just like nana used to make
sweet potato salad
with chive & pecans (both available with bacon upon request, additional charges apply)
pasta salads
choose from asian or italian style
coleslaw
with fresh parsley & dried apricots (also great with rice)
traditional or asian
rice pilaf
chunky fresh seasonal fruit salad
saffron and herb wild rice with carrots, celery, and toasted pine nuts roasted root vegetables potatoes, beets, onions, & carrots
wild rice salad
long grain wild rice with dried cherries & sage, lemon vinaigrette
pasta sides
with fresh mint
three bean salad
black, garbanzo, & string beans tossed in our lux vinaigrette
caprese salad
with grape tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, & basil with balsamic drizzle (also plated with fresh sliced tomatoes – available seasonally)
lemony linguini light cream, fresh lemon, parmesan, and watercress
virgin olive oil pasta
with slow toasted onions & asagio
penne, linguini, farfalle
with your choice of sauce: classic homemade marinara pesto cream spicy vodka rosa sauce butternut squash sage butter brandied mushroom cream sauce fresh grated parmesan reggiano puttanesca alfredo
hunter’s penne puttanesca
capers, garlic, olives over pasta with herbed chicken
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15 side Dish
Whats a Dish without great sides?
vegetable sides
starch sides
grilled mixed veggies eggplant, zucchini, squash, red onion & peppers
buttery whipped potatoes yukon gold, red bliss & idaho
mashed sweet potatoes
carrot, red onion & tomato asparagus
with zest of lemon & olive oil
haricot verts
mashed potato bar
buttery whipped sweet and gold potatoes…you pick the toppings! honey butter, three cheese sauce, wild mushroom sauce, seafood cream or butter, toasted garlic, bacon bits, wasabi compound butter
with toasted shallots, slivered almonds or sesame seeds
wilted spinach
with garlic, white wine & red pepper flake
baby carrots & sugar snap peas
baked potato bar
foil wrapped sweet and idaho potatoes with wasabi butter, toasted garlic, bacon bits, three cheese sauce, wild mushroom sauce, infused sour cream, sweet butter
cumin perfumed couscous
in sweet butter sauce
broccoli rabe
saffron and herb wild rice with carrots, celery, and toasted pine nuts
string beans
browned butter with fresh mint
steamed vegetable trio broccoli, cauliflower, carrot
roasted sweet brussel sprouts ginger-candied carrots roasted cauliflower absolutely delicious!
with your choice of sauce: classic homemade marinara pesto cream spicy vodka rosa sauce butternut squash sage butter brandied mushroom cream sauce fresh grated parmesan reggiano puttanesca alfredo
hunter’s penne puttanesca
capers, garlic, olives over pasta with herbed chicken
cold salad dishes
nanny’s potato salad
sweet potato salad with chive & pecans (both available with bacon upon request, additional charges apply)
pasta salads
choose from asian or italian style with fresh parsley & dried apricots (also great with rice)
with pancetta & garlic
penne, linguini, farfalle
rice pilaf
coleslaw
traditional or asian
chunky fresh seasonal fruit salad with fresh mint
three bean salad
roasted root vegetables
black, garbanzo, & string beans tossed in our lux vinaigrette
wild rice salad
with grape tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, & basil with balsamic drizzle (also plated with fresh sliced tomatoes – available seasonally)
potatoes, beets, onions, & carrots
long grain wild rice with dried cherries & sage, lemon vinaigrette
pasta side
caprese salad
lemony linguini
light cream, fresh lemon, parmesan, and watercress
virgin olive oil pasta
with slow toasted onions & asagio
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16 comfort Dish
Prices vary according to your party size and how many items you order. These are just to give you a good starting point. Some items require rentals or staffing. A coordinator will answer all of your questions and assist you in making a perfect menu to fit your budget.
main entrees
fried chicken
buttermilk marinated & homemade honey stung style
grilled steaks
marinated & grilled flank steak skirt steak the same way
chili charred chicken
marinated in citrus juice and chili, this stuff is amazing, juicy, and irresistible. breast or whole cut up chickens
ribs
bbq baby back ribs, ¼ pound per guest
grilled & chilled filet of beef sliced and plated serves 10-15 per guest
grilled salmon
with fresh salsa (subject to market)
whole grilled grouper
this is beautiful, these fish average 18-20 pounds; the white flaky meat is par none served with a variety of sauces. ask your coordinator. (staff required) market price
grilled red snapper
smaller and just as tasty market price
lobster boil!
cold salads
red bliss potato
who doesn’t love this? we even have bibs! FUN!!! 1 ¼ pound lobsters start at staffing & rentals are required
herbs, onion, sournaise dressing (egg or bacon optional)
clams & oysters
bacon, green onion, pecans, touch of maple syrup, dijonaise
shucked fresh or steamed and grilled market price but generally starting
fork shredded chicken salad all white meat, fresh herbs, sournaise dressing
fresh off the grill
(requires a grill; rentals start around 8 ounce burgers, all beef dogs, garden burgers with all the fixings fresh greens, tomato onion, dressings & condiments, 2 cheeses, big rolls. Starting at
“almost famous”
cuban pork sandwich station (requires staff & rentals) a DiSh exclusive and specialty!! pan toasted pitas, slow cooked pork, roasted red onion & aioli
sweet potato salad greek pasta
orzo, feta, tomato, onion, olive artichokes herbs, lemon dressing
shrimp orzo
herbs lemon, light dressing, grape tomato
classic macaroni
elbow noodles, diced crisp veggies, light mayo dressing
greek watermelon salad
feta, olives, mint (so yummy!!!)
chunky fruit salad
made fresh never the day before, crisp beautiful seasonal fruit
fish tacos
an award winner!! white fish, corn meal fried, authentic tortilla, red cabbage slivers & spicy sauce
kabobs
who doesn’t like food on a stick? chicken, beef, tofu or vegetable marinated and grilled to order (2 kabobs each) shrimp add $ per guest
grilled summer vegetables squash, zucchini, red onion, eggplant, carrots
add asparagus, portabella mushroom, red bell pepper, fennel $ per guest for each additional vegetable call us at 908. 996. 0208 • page 16
17 comfort Dish cold salads contuinued
chips & dips
island chips
red cabbage slaw
tri colored corn, plantain, yucca, & taro roots chips. beautiful and tasty!
classic slaw
fried to order, homemade DOES make a difference! great with creamy onion dip
caprese salad
fresca tomato, verde (tomatillo & green apple), tropical fruit, hummus, bobaganoush, red pepper romesco, roasted eggplant & pepper dip guacamole addtional
asian dressing, slivered red pepper, green onion, sesame seeds carrots green cabbage & apples, carrot cider vinegar, mayo dressing
sliced when the tomatoes are in season with our homemade mozzarella, basil & olive oil grape tomato style with diced mozzarella when slicing tomatoes are not in season
cucumber salad
dill, onion, in a sour cream dressing or a vinaigrette, your choice
hand cut potato chips hand cut salsas
southern comfort
collard greens
slow cooked, smokey pork knuckle, southern style, DELICIOUS!
corn spoon
a corn pudding almost like bread but lighter. very popular
corn on the cob
cut into easy eating size and with a wooden skewer too! sweet salted butter
jambalaya
shrimp, chicken, andouille, rice, nawlins style
biscuits & sausage gravy
omg!! no kidding this will be the talk of the party, we promise!
chicken fried steak
our own house made buttermilk marinade also with said sausage gravy. there’s no going back after you try this!
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18 brunch Not too early, not too late. It’s brunch so it’s just right.
made to order omelet station
Expertly mixed and flipped right in front of your guests’ eyes! choose your fillings: - gruyere, cheddar, feta, mozzarella, brie - sautéed peppers, onion, asparagus tips, fresh spinach, diced tomato, broccoli rabe - sausage, bacon, ham, ground beef
deep dish frittatas
- mild chevre, spinach & tomato - bacon & gruyere - wild mushroom & herbs - garlic shrimp & green onion
- mushroom, chive, roasted potato & garlic
- garlic shrimp (for an additional charge)
- spinach, parmesan, & sautéed shallot
chef can also cook “eggs any style” for this station
- roasted red pepper, basil, & zucchini julienne
slow cooked pasteurized eggs
1 frittata serves approximately 8 guests starting at 34.00 each
crème fraiche, dill, over brioche
fresh-squeezed
(not frozen!) orange juice 6 oz. serving
our famous bloody mary mix crème brûlée french toast
just like it sounds, baguette or brioche bread soaked in crème brûlée mix, baked and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar served with real maple syrup (also available with trio berry sauce)
pancakes & belgian waffles fresh fruit, real maple syrup, fresh hand-whipped cream
smoked salmon platter
max & me side of cold smoked atlantic salmon with whipped cream cheese, diced red onion, tomato, capers & sprouts, with black bread points & bagel chips.
breakfast baked goods basket croissants, scones, bagels, breakfast pastries, mini muffins, butter, whipped cream cheese, house made preserves & jams
artisan tea and coffee service
selection of artisan teas, regular & decaffeinated coffee, half & half, sugar, sweeteners, lemon wedges Ask your coordinator about our French Press & Rojo’s coffee service!
If you don’t see something you would like, please ask – we are happy to make your special requests!
1 pound minimum market price
chunky cut fresh fruit salad
seasonal fruit with fresh mint 15 guest minimum
fresh baked j.scones
- fig & white chocolate - blueberry peach - pineapple macadamia - large & minis
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19 Dish desserts
Get Your Dish Desserts! Dish creates some classic desserts in our own kitchen. We also feature special items from Jodi Schad of J.Scones. crème brûlée
candied kumquat puddings
mini brûlées
our chef’s selection of assorted mini desserts
single serving & minii
ask about our seasonal selections such as “berry, berry”, pumpkin, & many more!
white chocolate bread pudding
with a fresh raspberry coulis or fig bourbon sauce
cupped cakes
layers of house made cakes with fresh buttercream served in petite mason jars
mille -feuille
jumbo & mini
includes some of the following: brownie bites, lemon squares, mini cookies, blondies, petite fours, mini cups
tres leche
vanilla or coffee cake with luscious crème jumbo & mini
Linda Murphy’s pecan bars
just get linda’d! bites and full size
pots de crème
“a thousand leaves” - decadent peanut butter fudge, white chocolate (or dark!), phyllo puff, house made blueberry conserve
espresso chocolate, topped with fresh whipped cream
sabayon with strawberry or raspberry
baked by our in house baker on premises -
made with fresh berries (also available as trifle)
american cookie selection: peanut butter, chocolate chip, oatmeal, or sugar jumbo & mini
belgian chocolate brownies
one of our house specialties – “boy” or “girl” (with or without nuts) served full or in bite size pieces. perfect with seasonal berries, fresh whipped cream, or artisan ice cream! bites and full size
artisan ice creams, sorbets, & gelatos
cakes & cupcakes
michele’s awesome apple crisp with warm toffee sauce, holy cow its good! individual or casserole dish feeds 15-30 guests - $ hotel pan feeds up to 50 guests - $
individual strawberry shortcake drop biscuits, real berries, real cream, real good! seasonal
artisan tea and coffee service
artisan teas, fresh lemon, regular and decaffeinated coffee, sweeteners, sugar, cream -
french press coffee, cappuccino & espresso bar services available please ask your coordinator!
Please inquire about specialty desserts for the month and or seasonal fruits and special market finds.
speak with your coordinator about all of our options
citrus flan with limed caramel sauce like no other flan! single serving & minii
homemade marshmallows!!!
for s’mores making (fire pit required – we just happen to have one too! ask your coordinator for details – fun for all!)
our signature s’mores service
homemade marshmallows, blazing fire in a copper fire pit, roasting sticks, graham crackers, & hershey bars
ask your coordinator about all of the options!
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Michele Pulaski Owner James Maroldi Executive Coordinator
Enjoy the party!