Weddings by The Wandering Chef

Reception Options

“Small Bites” Served Warm

*Yogurt Marinated Chicken Skewers with Herb Yogurt Dip

*Vietnamese Style Pork Meatballs Skewers in Sweet Chili Glaze

*Rosemary Grilled Chicken, Nicoise Olive and Roasted Tomato Bruschetta

*Italian Sausage Sliders, Arugula, Pepper and Onion Compote

*Korean Style Beef Satays with Pickled Vegetable Relish

*Cuban Panini Bites with Fresh Cucumber Pickles

*BBQ Beef Brisket Sliders with Pickled Red Onions

“Small Bites” Served Chilled

*Soy and Citrus Roasted Pork Summer Rolls, Fresh Herbs and Peanuts

*Crostini of Chilled Vegetable Ratatouille with Feta Cheese

*Shrimp Ceviche with Avocado and Red Onion with Tortilla Crisps

*Our Fresh Baked Fig Bread with Whipped Goat Cheese and Herbs

*Poached Shrimp Cocktail with Horseradish and Caper “Cocktail” Sauce

*Prosciutto Wrapped Fresh Mozzarella with Aged Balsamic

*Smoked Salmon Mousse Bites with Dill and Horseradish

Displayed Bites

Included:

*Vegetable Crudités: Organic Baby Carrots, Celery, Cucumbers, Blanched Broccoli, and other seasonal items: Our Buttermilk Ranch and Caramelized Onion-Herb Dip

Please Select One:

*Trio of Dips: Herb and Lemon Chickpea Hummus, Our Pimento Cheese with Crispy Bacon and Caramelized Onion and Herb Goat Cheese Spread served with Baguettes, Crackers and Crudités

*Cheese Board: Brie Cheese, Aged Irish Cheddar, Smoked Gouda, Herb and Peppercorn Crusted Goat Cheese-Accompanied by Fresh Fruit, A Dried Fruit-Red Wine and Walnut Compote, Toasted Baguettes and Crackers

*Tex-mex Display: “Queso Fundito” with Mexican Chorizo, Black Bean Salad, Freshly made Pico de Gallo and Guacamole, Served with Organic Tortilla Chips

*Creamy Chesapeake Crab and Artichoke Dip with Horseradish and Parmesan, served with Baguettes

A reception inclusive of three small bites and one displayed bite (Plus crudités display) is included with the selection of the following menus.

2 pieces of each small bite selection per person are included.

Seasonal Dinner Buffet Menu

Salad Display (Includes a Seasonally Composed Salad and Choice of Green Salad):

Caesar Salad: Romaine Hearts, Cherry Tomatoes, Aged Parmesan, Fresh Croutons, Our Dressing

Chop House Salad: Romaine, House-made Bacon, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Blue Cheese Dressing

Salad of Baby Greens, Fresh Strawberries, Almonds, Goat Cheese and Balsamic (Spring)

Country Style Tomato, Cucumber and Red Onion Salad with Croutons (Summer)

Salad of Baby Greens, Roasted Apples, Goat Cheese, Spiced Walnuts, Cider Vinaigrette (Fall)

Salad of Bitter Greens, Poached Pear, Gorgonzola Cheese

Entrée Options (Select 2 from Appropriate Season):

Spring/Summer:

~Herb Marinated Strip Steaks, Smoked Tomato and Red Wine Jus

~Brined and Roasted Pork Loin on Summer Vegetable and House-Bacon Succotash

~Chicken Breast: Pan Seared Chicken cutlets, Lemon-Caper Jus

~Pesto Vegetable Lasagna with 3 Cheeses, Basil Pesto and Fresh Herbs

~”Shrimp and Grits”, Braised with Cajun Trinity, Andouille Sausage and Roasted Tomatoes

~Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon, Roasted Corn Salsa

Fall/Winter:

~Herb and Peppercorn Rubbed Beef Tenderloin, Local Mushroom and Red Wine Jus

~Slow Roasted Pork Loin, Winter Squash, Fennel and House-Bacon Hash

~Pan Seared Chicken Breast, Roasted Garlic and Mustard Cream Sauce

~Braised Beef and Red Wine Lasagna, Herbed Ricotta, Mozzarella and Parmesan Cheeses

~”Shrimp and Grits”, Braised with Cajun Trinity, Andouille Sausage and Roasted Tomatoes

~Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon, Citrus Gastrique and Pickled Fennel

Sides (Select 2):

~Our “Mac N Cheese”: Rich Bechamel with Aged Cheddar, Smoked Gouda and Goat Cheese

~Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions and Fresh Thyme

~Roasted Seasonal Vegetables with Fresh Herbs

~Traditional Sourdough and Sausage “Dressing” with Root Vegetables and Herbs

~Wild Rice and Mushroom Pilaf with Fresh Herbs

Dessert Buffet (Select 2):

~Sugared Buttermilk Drop Biscuits, Macerated Strawberries, Chantilly Cream

~Vanilla Panna Cotta, Boozy Summer Berries and Anisette Cookie Crumble

~Warm Seasonal Fruit Crisp, Oatmeal Crumb Topping and Whipped Cream

~Brandy Infused-Vanilla Panna Cotta,

Star Anise Scented Pear Compote and Anisette Cookie Crumble

~Chocolate-Cherry Duo:

Rich Dark Chocolate Pot de Crème, Cherry Compote and Fresh Whipped Cream

Assorted Bread Basket with Whipped Butter, Beverages and Coffee are included

Dinner Buffets are $92 per person and can be tailored to your needs. Menu price includes selected options from above as well as China, Display China, reception hour, flatware, cloth napkins and professionally printed menus. Service staff and clean up staff are included in this price but could be additional depending on your final menu, venue and head count. Minimum of 30 guests needed. Pricing is exclusive of 6% sales tax and 18% service charge.

3 Course Plated Dinner Menu

Salad Options (Select 1)

~Our Wedge Salad: Baby Romaine Lettuce, Fresh Tomatoes and Cucumbers, Crispy Bacon, Croutons and our Chunky Buttermilk Blue Cheese Dressing

~Classic Caesar Salad:

Baby Romaine Lettuces, Fresh Baked Croutons, Parmesan Cheese, Our Lemon-Pepper Dressing

~Salad of Local Strawberries,

Candied Walnuts, Baby Greens, Goat Cheese and Balsamic Vinaigrette (Spring)

~Salad of Local Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella, Basil Oil, Aged Balsamic and Herb Croutons (Summer)

~Salad of Baby Greens and Roasted Local Apples,

Goat Cheese, Spiced Walnuts and an Apple Cider Vinaigrette (Fall and Winter)

Assorted Bread Basket with Whipped Butter served with Salad Course

Entrée Options (Select 1)

~Herb Rubbed Filet Mignon, Slow Roasted Brisket Jus

~Slow Roasted Pork Loin Chop, Fruit and Red Wine Jus

~Pan Seared Chicken Breast, Local Mushroom and Chardonnay Reduction

~Pesto Marinated Atlantic Salmon, Sun Dried Tomato-Basil Cream Sauce

~“Surf and Turf”:

Marinated Petite Filet Mignon and Garlicky Shrimp Scampi, Brandy-Peppercorn Pan Sauce

($7 per person supplement)

~”Classic Duo”: Pan Seared Chicken Cutlet and Marinated Atlantic Salmon, Crispy Bacon and Mustard Vinaigrette

All entrees are served with seasonal vegetables and starch accompaniment to be determined during menu planning. Please contact us to discuss pre-selected entrée options for your meal.

Dessert Options (Select 1)

~Freshly Baked Lemon Pound Cake, Macerated Seasonal Fruit and Vanilla Whipped Cream

~Brandy Infused-Vanilla Panna Cotta,

Seasonal Fruit Compote and Anisette Cookie Crumble

~Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate:

Dark Chocolate Pot de Crèmes, Fudge Brownie Bits, Cocoa Whipped Cream and Shaved Chocolate

Beverages and Coffee service are included

3 Course menu is $92 per person and can be tailored to your needs and the seasons. Menu price includes selected options from above as well as China, Display China, flatware, cloth napkins and professionally printed menus. Service staff and clean up staff are included in this price but could be additional depending on your final menu, venue and head count. Minimum of 30 guests needed. Pricing is exclusive of 6% sales tax and 18% service charge.