Dish menu food for thought 2013

– 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

Ask about our Dish Wedding menu packages designed for all seasons.

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

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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!