TraditionsAt the Links 5900 North Burdick Street East Syracuse, New York 13057 (315) 656-5298 Fax (315) 656-5232
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Traditions At The Links Home of Yankel & Company Catering Offsite Menus Thank you for the inquiry of our catering services. We have enclosed a small sampling of menus for your review. Please note that we are able to customize any menu to your liking. Whether the event is for 4 or 400 we are able to meet your individual needs. No detail is too small. We have performed our skills both locally as well as regionally. Every event we coordinate is treated with the respect and attention to each detail that your memorable event needs and deserves. We have the facilities to host your event on our premises or at a location of your choice. No matter if the event requires entertainment or a specialized theme we are able to coordinate any and all of the details for you. This attention to detail enables you to sit back and enjoy your event instead of having to orchestrate it. Whether it is a business lunch or dinner meeting, holiday celebration, wedding, bar mitzvah, baptism, graduation, or grand opening- you envision it and we will create and execute it. After reviewing the enclosed information, please feel free to call with any questions. We will be happy to schedule an appointment to discuss your event. We, at Yankel and Co. Catering, specialize in making your event special, memorable, and as stress free as possible. We look forward to sharing in your success because, “Your success is our success.”
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Traditions At the Links Yankel & Company Catering Offsite Menus Name Address Home Phone Business Phone Occasion
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Location: Number of Guests: Traditions is reserving for guests. This estimate will be used as a basis for pricing, scheduling, and preparation with a final guarantee to be given to Traditions Ten (10) business days prior to the event. If there is a proportionately large change in estimated guest count, the per person price may need to be adjusted accordingly.
Menu: See attached Cost:
See attached menu Final # of guests ______ Date _______ By______ Yankel and Company Catering charges a staffing charge of 20%. The service charge is applied to cost per person and all other items that are handled by our staff. This charge is not a gratuity but is a charge that pays for staffing. A gratuity is not required but is always appreciated if you feel it is warranted. Please add 8.00% sales tax. Payment is due five days prior to the event by cash or check.
If paying by Credit Card an additional 3.5% handling Charge will be added to your bill. Any other arrangements should be made at time of booking. Client Signature and Date______________________________________.
Please Sign Cover Page and Return with Deposit Deposits: Due to the nature of our business we require a $1000.00 non- refundable, non-transferable deposit for security of both date and location of your event, as soon as possible. We work on a “first secured basis.� Any additional deposits made are non refundable. Prices are subject to change for events booked for 2012 All wedding receptions based on 4 hours, if longer an additional staffing fee will be added to your bill. All other events are based on 3 hours. Band and Photographer's Meals $20.00 each RENTALS Linen $7.50 each Napkin $ .75 each Full length specialty linens available Prices vary with selection, shipping additional Liquor Permit $125.00 Set Up & Breakdown Fees $150.00 Rental equipment and travel fees that will be required will be determined when menu is finalized and after site inspection. Rentals that we deem necessary will be an additional cost. BAR ARRANGEMENTS Open Full Bar - pouring liquor, house wines, draft beer, and soda 1st hour $8.50 pp/2 hours $11.00 pp/3 hours $13.50 pp/4 hours $16.00 pp *Premium Open Bar -- Add $4.95 per person *********** Open Beer Wine and Soda Bar -House wines, draft beer, and soda 1st hour $7.00 pp/2 hours $9.00 pp/3 hours $11.50 pp/4 hours $14.00 pp *Premium Beer, Wine, and Soda Bar -- Add $4.95 per person *Cordials -- Add $3.95 per person *Champagne Toast - Add $3.95 per person
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Cocktail Reception 1 Passed Hors D’oeuvres Blackened Steak Skewers Julienne strips of marinated and grilled to perfection Horseradish sauce for dipping
Chicken Satay Skewered chicken glazed with a spicy Indonesian peanut sauce
Greek Spinach Turnovers Flaky puff pastry filled with seasoned spinach, feta cheese, black olives and sundried tomatoes
Stuffed Mushrooms Large Snow White mushrooms crowned with mushroom stuffing, broiled to perfection
Crostinos French bread medallions, grilled with roasted red peppers, fresh herbs, and havarti cheese
Clams Casino Cherrystone clams on the half shell, topped with casino paste
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Shrimp accompanied by a snappy cocktail sauce *($190 per 100 pieces)
Stationary Hors d’oeuvres International Cheese Boards A selection of imported and domestic cheeses from around the world displayed with cracked mustard and a variety of crackers and Chilean grapes.
Garden Vegetables and Dips A selection of farm fresh vegetables arranged amongst dipping sauces
South Western Fondue A blend of cheeses, fresh tomato, onions, and cilantro, baked until golden brown, and served with sun dried tomato and corn tortilla chips
Swedish Meatballs Cocktail meatballs served in a rich brown sauce, accented with sour cream
Fresh Fruit Display Juicy pieces of fresh honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, watermelon, and strawberries. A colorful presentation to any table!
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Carving Station Carved Smoked Turkey Farm raised young turkeys, slowly smoked and glazed with a sauce of Loganberries, Served with miniature hard rolls and accompanied by cherry mustard and lemon herb mayonnaise
Carved Roast Beef Western beef slowly roasted to perfection and hand carved by our chef onto miniature hard rolls served with horseradish sauce and spicy mustard (For parties under 40 people, there will be a $50 fee for carving attendant)
Pasta Station Gourmet Pasta Bar A great selection of imported Durum Semolina pastas including: Farfalle, Penne, and Radiatore accompanied by our mouth watering sauces: Marinara, Pesto, Alfredo, and Pink Vodka Sauce. A gourmet pasta lover's dream prepared to order before your eyes by our master chefs! *Seafood option to include scallops, shrimp, and crabmeat an additional $3.95 per person (For parties under 40 people, there will be a $50 fee for carving attendant)
Tuscan Bread Basket A fresh assortment of artisan breads accompanied by sun dried tomato ,basil and garlic herb butter
************* Caesar Salad Made the old fashioned way topped with herbed croutons and grated Parmesan cheese
Stir Fry Station Stir Fry Oriental Vegetables A combination of fresh vegetables stir-fried in a light ginger sauce, served with fried rice
Potato Bar Option A selection of Homemade Mashed Potatoes to include Garlic Roasted Potatoes, Red Roasted Potatoes and Hickory Smoked Horseradish Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes. Served in Martini Glasses. Toppings to include sauteed wild mushrooms, sauteed red and yellow onions and peppers, fried onions, and country-style gravy. ($4.95 per person additional)
Dessert Chocolate Lava Fountain option Three-tiered fountain with flowing melted chocolate Accompanied by marshmallows, bite-size pound cake, brownies and graham crackers And a beautiful fruit display including strawberries, melons, pineapple and more!
(An additional $4.95 per person) Passed Chocolate Covered Strawberries and Passed Finger Pastries Freshly Brewed Coffee and Tea
Wedding Cakes Available, Cakes are not included in menu pricing Prices additional, and vary with selections $28.95 Per Person Plus 20% service Charge and 8.00% sales tax High Quality Paper and Plastic ware included China, Flatware and Glassware an additional $5.95 - $6.95 per person depending on menu selection
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Cocktail Reception 2
Passed Hors d'oeuvres Baby Lamb Chops Served with a mint salsa
Negi Maki Scallion shoots wrapped with tender slices of rib steak marinated in Mongolian sauce and grilled. An oriental favorite! Duck Pillows Crispy Long Island duckling medallion, apple, spinach, cranberry and brie tucked in a flaky pastry shell Baked to a golden brown with a papaya sauce for dipping
Oysters Casino Blue point oysters served on the half topped with casino paste
Zucchini Crowns Zucchini topped with Italian sausage, seasoned bread crumbs, tomatoes, and fresh herbs
Coconut Shrimp Jumbo shrimp, marinated in brown sugar,, surrounded with toasted coconut, and served with pineapple salsa
Baby Bellos Baby portabello mushrooms crowned with Crabmeat mushroom stuffing, topped with havarti cheese and broiled to perfection
Scallops and Bacon Sea scallops wrapped in country cured bacon
Gourmet Vegetable Pizza Oven roasted artichokes, red peppers, tomatoes, vadalia onions, black olives and fresh herbs served on a thin pizza crust topped with imported cheese
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Shrimp accompanied by a snappy cocktail sauce ($190 per 100 pieces)
Mediterranean Display International Cheese Boards A selection of imported and domestic cheeses from around the world displayed with cracked mustard and a variety of crackers and Chilean grapes.
Grilled Vegetable Platter Tricolor peppers, zucchini, yellow squash, eggplant, and mushrooms marinated in a ginger honey mustard dressing,. grilled to perfection , served with an Avocado Roqueffort sauce and Roasted Red Pepper Dip
Brie en Croute Imported French brie wrapped in a light pastry and baked until golden brown
Imported Olives A selection from all over the Mediterranean
Fresh Fruit Display Juicy pieces of fresh honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, watermelon, and strawberries. A colorful presentation to any table!
Crab Tureen Snow White crab, blended with cream and a selection of cheeses baked until golden brown and served with French party bread
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Cocktail Reception 2 Continued Carving Station Carved Tenderloin of Beef Western tenderloin of beef, slowly roasted and hand carved on cocktail hard rolls accompanied by horseradish sauce and cracked peppercorn cream sauce
Carved Herb Encrusted Pork Loin Juicy roast of pork loin glazed with a white wine sauce, mustard and pesto, hand carved onto French baguettes, served with raspberry mayonnaise and cherry mustard
Pasta Station Gourmet Pasta Bar A great selection of imported Durum Semolina pastas including: Farfalle, Penne, and Radiatore accompanied by our mouth watering sauces: Marinara, Pesto, Alfredo, and Pink Vodka Sauce. A gourmet pasta lover's dream prepared to order before your eyes by our master chefs! *Seafood option to include scallops, shrimp, and crabmeat an additional $3.95 per person
Caesar Salad Made the old fashioned way topped with herbed croutons and grated Parmesan cheese
Tuscan Bread Basket An Assortment of artisan Breads accompanied by sundried tomato , basil and garlic herb butter
Stir Fry Station Sesame Chicken And Shrimp Stir Fry Tender strips chicken and jumbo shrimp coated with sesame seed and then deep-fried blended With fresh vegetables stir-fried in a light ginger sauce, Served with fried rice
Potato Bar Option A selection of Homemade Mashed Potatoes to include Garlic Roasted Potatoes, Red Roasted Potatoes and Hickory Smoked Horseradish Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes. Served in Martini Glasses. Toppings to include sauteed wild mushrooms, sauteed red and yellow onions and peppers, fried onions, and country-style gravy. ($4.95 per person additional) **********************
Passed Chocolate Covered Strawberries and Passed Finger Pastries
Wedding Cakes Available, Cakes are not included in menu pricing Prices additional, and vary with selections Freshly Brewed Coffee and Tea $36.95 Per person plus 20% service charge and 8.00% sales tax High Quality Paper and Plastic ware included China, Flatware and Glassware an additional $5.95 - $6.95 per person depending on menu selection
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Sit Down Dinner Menu Passed Hors D’ oeuvres Chicken Teriyaki with Pineapple Tender strips of chicken and fresh chunks of pineapple, skewered onto bamboo, marinated in teriyaki sauce, then grilled
Cajun Steak Skewers Julienne Strips of Steak dusted in our very own cajun seasoning, blackened in a cast iron skillet
Bruschetta Medallions of French bread topped with fresh basil, concesea tomatoes accented with virgin olive oil, and parmesan cheese
Potato Pancakes Traditional Vienna style served with sour cream and apple sauce
Cocktail Egg Rolls With the true taste of the orient
Weenie Wellington A miniature cocktail frank wrapped in a puff pastry jacket
Crab Cakes Pan-fried crab cakes served with a creamy Dijon Mustard herb butter sauce
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Shrimp accompanied by a snappy cocktail sauce ($190 per 100 pieces)
Stationary Hors d’oeuvres International Cheese Boards A selection of imported and domestic cheeses from around the world displayed with cracked mustard and a variety of crackers and Chilean grapes.
Garden Vegetables and Dips A selection of farm fresh vegetables arranged amongst dipping sauces
Fresh Fruit Display Juicy pieces of fresh honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, watermelon, kiwi, and strawberries. A colorful presentation to any table!
Artichoke Spinach Tureen Jerusalem artichoke hearts blended with fresh spinach and Imported cheeses, baked until golden brown, served with petite French bread and herbed pita crisps
Sweet and Sour Country Sausage Served in a pungent tangy sweet and sour sauce
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Sit Down Dinner Menu Continued Salad Fresh Garden Salad A trio of mixed greens, thick cut Beefsteak tomatoes, English cucumbers, shredded carrots, red cabbage, and crispy croutons, served with raspberry vinaigrette
Mesclun Greens A trio of mixed greens, mandarian oranges, strawberries kiwi, red seedless grapes, English cucumbers, Bermuda onions, and toasted slivered almonds, served with a sweet creamy poppy seed dressing
Caesar Salad Made the old fashioned way topped with herbed croutons and grated Parmesan cheese (Please choose one salad as a group)
Tuscan Bread Basket An Assortment of artisan Breads accompanied by sun dried tomato , basil and garlic herb butter
Wine with Dinner Available Merlot and Chardonnay Billed on consumption *****************
Entrees Chicken En Croute Boneless breast of chicken pillowed with a mushroon duxelle wrapped in puff pastry presented with a bordaeux demi glaze and Bernaise sauce
Basil Chicken Boneless breast of chicken marinated in basil oil and grilled. Served atop garlic roasted mashed potatoes, with grilled portabello mushrooms, grilled asparagus spears, roasted red peppers, drizzled with a Bordeaux Demi glaze
Chicken Sorrentino Tender sauteed chicken breast, eggplant and proscuitto
served in a rich mushroom brown sauce smothered in mozzarella cheese (Please Choose one chicken entrĂŠe as a group) Tortilla Crusted Tilapia Fresh Tilapia Fillets accented with our signature tortilla herb crust Accented with chipolte and lime
Potato Encrusted Cod Cod filets coated with shredded potatoes, Colby Monterey jack cheese , seasoned bread crumbs accompanied with lemon and wine broiled to perfection.
Sesame Encrusted Salmon Filet Fresh Salmon Filet coated with sesame seeds and pan seared accented with a ginger honey mustard marinade (Please choose one Fish entrĂŠe for the group)
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Entrée Choices Continued Steak Au Pouive Aged beef, sautéed with a mushroom brown sauce, Served with sauteed garden vegetables and red skinned garlic roasted red mashed potatoes .
Tournedos Rossini Brown and Gold Medallions of tenderloin wrapped in bacon and sauteed topped with a rich brown sauce and a Bernaise sauce
Prime Rib Au Jus Western prime rib of beef slowly roasted and cooked to perfection
(additional $5.95 Per Person for a meat choice ) ( Please Choose one Beef entrée for the group)
(please notify us ten days prior to your event of your predecided selections) Yukon Gold Duchess Potatoes Sautéed Garden Vegetables A colorful presentation
Dessert Chocolate Lava Fountain Option Three-tiered fountain with flowing melted chocolate Accompanied by marshmallows, bite-size pound cake, brownies and graham crackers And a beautiful fruit display including strawberries, melons, pineapple and more! (An Additional $4.95 per person)
Viennese Dessert Table Option An elegant selection such as Pistachio Tortes, Granny Smith Apple flans Linzer Tortes, Chocolate Decadence, finger pastries, chocolate mud balls, petit fours, and French pastries
Now Featuring Our New Chocolate Lava Fountain With fresh Fruit (An additional $7.95 per person)
Wedding Cakes Available, Cakes are not included in menu pricing Prices additional, and vary with selections Freshly Brewed Coffee and Tea $32.95 Per person Plus 20% service Charge and 8.00% Sales Tax includes Stationary Hor d’oeuvres $36.95 Per Person Plus 20% service charge and 8.00% Sales Tax includes Passed and Stationary Hor d’oeuvres High Quality Paper and Plastic ware included China, Flatware and Glassware an additional $5.95 - $6.95 per person depending on menu selection
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Buffet Menu Passed Hors d’oeuvres Blackened Steak Skewers Julienne strips of marinated and grilled to perfection Horseradish sauce for dipping
Chicken Satay Skewered chicken glazed with a spicy Indonesian peanut sauce
Crab Bagelettes Mini bagels accented with a blend of crab and imported cheeses topped with roasted red peppers and lightly browned
Sicilian Stuffed Mushrooms Seafood & Large Snow White mushrooms crowned with a combination of mushroom, seafood & imported sausage broiled to perfection accented with parmesan cheese
Coconut Shrimp Jumbo shrimp, marinated in brown sugar,, surrounded with toasted coconut, and served with pineapple salsa
Clams Casino Cherrystone clams on the half shell, topped with casino paste
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Shrimp accompanied by a snappy cocktail sauce ($190 per 100 pieces)
Stationary International Cheese Boards A selection of imported and domestic cheeses from around the world displayed with cracked mustard and a variety of crackers and Chilean grapes.
Garden Vegetables and Dips A selection of farm fresh vegetables arranged amongst dipping sauces
Fresh Fruit Display Juicy pieces of fresh honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, watermelon, kiwi, and strawberries. A colorful presentation to any table!
Crab Tureen Snow White crab, blended with cream and a selection of cheeses baked until golden brown and served with French party bread
Swedish Meatballs Cocktail meatballs served in a rich brown sauce, accented with sour cream
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Buffet Menu Continued Salad Spinach Salad Fresh leaf spinach, snow white mushrooms, red peppers, Bermuda onions, chopped egg, and crispy croutons topped with Poppy Seed dressing
Caesar Salad Made the old fashioned way topped with herbed croutons and grated Parmesan cheese
Traditional Garden Salad A trio of mixed greens, thick cut Beefsteak tomatoes, English cucumbers, shredded carrots, red cabbage, and crispy croutons, served with raspberry vinaigrette
(Please choose one salad as a group) Tuscan Bread Basket A fresh assortment of artisan breads accompanied by sun dried tomato ,basil and garlic herb butter
Wine with Dinner Available Merlot and Chardonnay Billed on consumption
Carving Station Carved Roast Beef Western beef slowly roasted to perfection and hand carved by our chef onto miniature hard rolls served with horseradish sauce and spicy mustard
Carved Country Ham Baked with brown a brown sugar glaze, served with cherry mustard, carved to perfection onto miniature hard rolls
Carved Breast of Turkey Slow Roasted breast of turkey topped with a black currant glaze Served with miniature hard rolls accompanied by a herbal mayonnaise and spicy mustard
Carved Tenderloin of Beef Western tenderloin of beef, slowly roasted and hand carved on cocktail hard rolls accompanied by horseradish sauce and cracked peppercorn cream sauce
(Carved Tenderloin an additional $5.95 per person)
Pasta Penné with Broccoli and Sundried Tomatoes in a Pink Vodka Sauce Imported penné pasta, tossed with broccoli and sundried tomatoes in a light tomato cream sauce, laced with vodka and parmesan cheese
Portabello Puttanesca A mélange of roasted vegetables in a marinara sauce, served over pasta and accented with a roasted baby Portabello mushrooms
Rigatoni with Chicken Pesto Cream Sauce Imported Rigatoni pasta with grilled chicken breast, asparagus, fresh mozzarella and sundried tomatoes served in a pesto cream sauce. Accented with Parmesan cheese.
Shrimp Carbonara Over Bowtie Pasta Sauteed Shrimp with bacon, sweat peas and pearl onions In a creamy parmesan sauce over bowtie pasta
( An additional $3.95 per person for Shrimp Carbonara )
(Please choose two Pastas for the group)
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Chicken Chicken Marsalla Tender medallions of chicken, sautéed with button mushrooms, served In a rich brown sauce accented with marsalla wine .
Chicken Marengo Boneless breast of chicken sauteed with mushrooms, peppers and onions in a rich tomato basil cream sauce
Chicken Francaise Boneless chicken breast, lightly coated with egg batter, then sauteed with lemon and wine butter sauce
(Please choose one chicken as a group) (Other Chicken entrees available upon request) ********* Au Gratin Potatoes Sliced Idaho potatoes in a rich creamy sauce baked golden brown
Rice Pilaf Long grain rice simmered in fresh herbs and seasonings
(Please choose one starch as a group) Sautéed Garden Vegetables A colorful presentation
Chocolate Lava Fountain option Three-tiered fountain with flowing melted chocolate Accompanied by marshmallows, bite-size pound cake, brownies and graham crackers And a beautiful fruit display including strawberries, melons, pineapple and more!
(An additional $4.95 per person)
Viennese Dessert Table Option An elegant selection such as Pistachio Tortes, Granny Smith Apple flans Linzer Tortes, Chocolate Decadence, finger pastries, chocolate mud balls, petit fours, and French pastries
Now Featuring Our New Chocolate Lava Fountain With fresh Fruit (An additional $7.95 per person)
Wedding Cakes Available, Cakes are not included in menu pricing Prices additional, and vary with selections Freshly Brewed Coffee and Tea $30.95 Per Person plus 20% service charge and 8.00% Tax, includes Stationary Hors d’ oeuvres $35.95 Per Person plus 20% service charge and 8.00% Tax, includes Passed and Stationary Hors d’ oeuvres High Quality Paper and Plastic ware included China, Flatware and Glassware an additional $5.95 - $6.95 per person depending on menu selection
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Additional Options Tuscan Station Insalada Caprese Sliced Vine-Ripened tomatoes, Sliced fresh mozzarella, bright green basil drizzled with olive oil arranged on platters
Yukon Gold Baby New Potatoes Accented with Herb de Provance, slowly oven roasted
Roasted Vegetable Skewers Red & Yellow Peppers, Zucchini, Bermuda onions, Baby Portobello mushrooms accented with fresh herbs, infused roasted pine nut olive oil
(Tuscan Station an additional $4.95 per person)
Fish Station Option Blackened Red Snapper Red Snapper fillet coated with Cajun spices and seared in a skillet until blackened
Pignoli Encrusted Salmon Fresh Atlantic salmon encrusted with pine nuts lemon juice, olive oil fresh basil and grated ParmigianoReggiano cheese accompanied by fresh cherry tomatoes and a white wine beure blanc
Carved Tuna Loin Provencal Albacore tuna marinated in a caper and fresh herb infused olive oil. Slowly roasted and carved to order, served on miniature baguettes and sweet onion rolls
(Fish Station an additional $7.95 per person)
Raw Seafood Bar The freshest selection of oceanic crustaceans and smoked fish available from Coast to Coast. Including such items as “ everyone’s favorite” Clams and Oysters on the half shell dotted with flavored Caviar, Smoked Mussels, Smoked Salmon ( Raw Bar is at market Price)
Other Options available upon request
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