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Introducing Chef Tara 

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STARTERChoose 3 dishes

Arancini Italian rice balls made with risotto, filled with a cheesy center, rolled in breadcrumbs and fried

Antipasto

Charcuterie boards- array of cured meats, cheeses, fresh and dried fruits, nuts, mustards and jams

Tomato and basil bruschetta with chopped fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil, and vinegar, served on toasted slices of homemade sourdough bread

Asparagus wrapped in prosciutto, served with fresh melon

Arctic Char Carpaccio with Beets and Citrus

Bacon wrapped asparagus

Artichoke dip- artichoke hearts, mixed with Parmesan, mozzarella, mayo and baked golden

FIRST COURSE Choose 2 dishes

Arugula salad with lemon balsamic dressing and Parmesan

Ceaser salad-crisp romaine, homemade croutons, Parmesan and fresh dressing

Eggplant rollatini stuffed with cheeses and topped with marinara sauce

Jumbo stuffed shells filled with ricotta and Parmesan topped with marinara sauce

Linguine with meatballs in a marinara sauce

Rigatoni ala vodka Penne pasta cooked till al dente then coated in a creamy vodka sauce

Rigatoni ala melenzane ( pasta with a sauce made of eggplant,tomatoes,& basil)

Lasagna - layers of pasta, béchamel, ground beef, ricotta, mozzarella and fresh tomato sauce

MAIN COURSEAll inclusive

Chicken Marsala served with roasted vegetables

Steak Pizzaiola mushrooms, peppers, and chuck steaks that are braised until tender in a hearty tomato-oregano-garlic sauce

Chicken parmargia served with balsamic roasted potatoes and green beans

Lemon butter Salmon in a white wine reduction served with roasted vegetables

Eggplant Parmesan- layers of lightly coated eggplant slices with fresh mozzarella, and tangy tomato sauce and baked to perfection

Sausage and peppers served with roasted potatoes

Grilled chicken breast with lemon, garlic, and olive oil, served with spinach and potatoes

DESSERTAll inclusive

Tiramisu

Chocolate lava cake With berry compote and vanilla ice cream

Chocolate torte

Coconut cake With a berry sauce

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Summer Salad

Greek

 GreekSTARTERChoose 3 dishes

Tzatziki Greek Yogurt with Cucumbers, Garlic and Fresh Dill

Hummus Garbanzo Beans Crushed with Garlic, Olive Oil and Lemon Juice

Tirokafteri Creamy Greek Feta with Spicy Roasted Peppers

Melitzanosalata Roasted Eggplant Puree with Garlic, Olive Oil and Lemon Juice

Spanakopita Spinach and Feta Cheese in a Flaky Puff Pastry

Fig Toast With Feta creamy layer of tangy whipped feta, topped with sweet ripe figs and honey

Greek Antipasto Salad mix of charcuterie, and peppery Dijon vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE Choose 2 dishes

Eggplants Stuffed with Onions, Raisins, and Grape Molasses

Classic Greek Salad Crisp Romaine Hearts, Fresh Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onions, Kalamata Olives, Greek Feta and Fresh Herbs

Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Oregano

Gyro marinated pork, beef, or chicken aromatic spices, and a zesty citrus kick

Grilled calamari with fresh lemon and oregano

Mushroom Kritharotto orzo pasta cooked in white with creamy cremini mushrooms

Tabouli Salad-Tabbouleh chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, shallots, pomegranate, bulgur wheat, lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil

Greek Lamb Meatballs with Tzatziki

MAIN COURSEChoose 1 dish

Greek-Style Roasted Branzino with my lemony, garlicky ladolemono sauce. Served with herbed potatoes

Grilled Swordfish Steaks with Lemon Oregano. Served with herbed potatoes

Greek Fish With Tomatoes. Served with rice

Greek sheet pan chicken Chicken thighs, veggies, and big hunks of tangy feta stew in lemony, garlicky ladolemono dressing

Lamb chops Greek marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano and salt served with mashed garlic potatoes

DESSERTChoose 1 dish

Loukoumades – Greek Honey Doughnuts

Baklava Greek pastry with phyllo dough, honey, and nuts

Greek Honey Cake With vanilla bean icecream

Galaktoboureko | Greek Custard Dessert

Greek Orange Phyllo Cake (Portokalopita). A syrupy phyllo yogurt citrus cake

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Favorites 

FavoritesSTARTERAll inclusive

Olive cart cheese display- imported and domestic cheeses from independent cheese producers with dried and fresh fruits, various olives, nuts and an assortment handmade sour dough bread

Veggies-roasted artichoke, roasted beets, roasted peppers ,roasted zucchini & classic tomato bruschetta served with assorted crackers

Charcuterie boards- array of cured meats, cheeses, fresh and dried fruits, nuts, mustards and jams

Ceaser salad-crisp romaine, homemade croutons, Parmesan and fresh dressing

Waldorf salad crisp apples, cranberries, walnuts and a tangy creamy dressing

Spinach salad- red onions, goat cheese and balsamic dressing

Arugula salad- with Parmesan, Lemon and extra virgin olive oil

Chef’s warm eggplant caponata

Kale salad-; Tuscan kale, quinoa, dried cranberries, almonds, cheeses , and fig balsamic dressing

Romaine-with cherry tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, radishes, walnuts, dried cranberries, and a lemon tahini dressing

Prosciutto salad- prosciutto, local mix greens grape tomatoes, herb croutons, fresh mozzarella, basil, mixed olives & aged balsamic

Southwest salad- chopped romaine, black beans, corn, queso cheese's, cilantro and a homemade ranch dressing

Sauteed zucchini salad - with mint grated parmesan, roasted cannellini beans, toasted pine nuts, basil, and citrus mustard vinaigrette

Shaved brussels sprouts salad - red apples, red onions, feta cheese , dried cherries, and maple cider vinaigrette

Orange & beet salad - roasted red beets, orange slices, goat cheese, toasted pine nuts, balsamic

Rice balls- white or yellow rice with Parmesan, mozzarella, rolled in panko breadcrumbs and lightly fried and served with marinara sauce

Asparagus wrapped in prosciutto, served with fresh melon

Mozzarella Carozza- fresh slices of mozzarella in between to pieces of sourdough, lightly pan-fried, served with lemon and light marinara

Potato croquettes- creamy mashed potatoes mixed with Parmesan, lightly breaded and pan fried 

Potato salad- warm baby red potatoes, string beans, and a red wine vinaigrette

Baked Brie- fresh Brie wrapped in puff pastry with cheer preserves and baked

Artichoke dip- artichoke hearts, mixed with Parmesan, mozzarella, mayo and baked golden

Focaccia bread- and pizza breadbasket

FIRST COURSE All inclusive

Alfredo fettuccine (can add protein.) – a classic made from scratch dish

Sundried tomato pesto ravioli

Butternut squash ravioli - enjoy this dish in a citrus brown butter sage sauce

Crab Gnocchi Served in a pink cream sauce

Homemade Gnocchi In vodka cream sauce

Lasagna - layers of pasta, béchamel, ground beef, ricotta, mozzarella and fresh tomato sauce

Linguine with baby neck clams

Lobster Mac n Cheese In a creamy cheese sauce

Eggplant rollatini stuffed with cheeses and topped with marinara sauce

Stuffed shells- stuffed with ricotta and Parmesan cheese topped with a light marinara sauce and baked to perfection

Rigatoni ala vodka Penne pasta cooked till al dente then coated in a creamy vodka sauce

Eggplant Parmesan- layers of lightly coated eggplant slices with fresh mozzarella, and tangy tomato sauce and baked to perfection

MAIN COURSEAll inclusive

Grilled Shrimp in coconut milk with herb couscous

Pork Carnitas with Guacamole and Orange Salsa

Arctic Char Carpaccio with Beets and Citrus choose herbal mash potatoes, or caramelized root vegetables

Baked Mahi Mahi with garlic herb butter choose herbal mash potatoes, or caramelized root vegetables

Bbq chicken thighs choose herbal mash potatoes, or caramelized root vegetables

Rosemary airline chicken with lemon risotto- served with green beans and bourbon mustard chicken jus

Chicken parmargia served with balsamic roasted potatoes and green beans

Expresso n.y. strip- espresso rubbed n.y. steak & frites sweet potato, sauteed spinach, roasted pearl onions, and red wine demi reduction

Stuffed Pork Chops Prosciutto and Mozzarella, served with creamy parsnip puree and roasted Brussels sprouts

Chicken or Veal Marsala golden pan-fried chicken cutlets and mushrooms in a rich Marsala wine served with creamy mashed potato’s and spinach

Steak Pizzaiola mushrooms served with mashed potatoes and roasted string beans

Lemon butter SalmonIn a white wine reduction served with roasted vegetables

DESSERTAll inclusive

Apple pie crumble with vanilla bean ice cream

Chocolate lava cake With berry compote and vanilla ice cream

Flourless chocolate cake with fresh berries

Coconut cake With a berry sauce

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Roasted Eggplants

Spring 

SpringSTARTERChoose 3 dishes

Roasted beet salad with goat cheese and balsamic glaze

Antipasto platter Italian cured meats, cheeses, marinated vegetables, nuts, fruits, and more

Tomato and basil bruschetta with chopped fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil, and vinegar, served on toasted slices of homemade sourdough bread

Arugula salad with lemon balsamic dressing and Parmesan

Clam's oreganata

Arancini Italian rice balls made with risotto, filled with a cheesy center, rolled in breadcrumbs and fried

FIRST COURSE All inclusive

Stuffed shells

Potato Croquettes

Penne ala vodka

Risotto with asparagus and Parmesan

MAIN COURSEAll inclusive

Chicken or Veal Marsala golden pan-fried chicken cutlets and mushrooms in a rich Marsala wine

Steak Pizzaiola mushrooms, peppers, and chuck steaks that are braised until tender in a hearty tomato-oregano-garlic sauce

Stuffed Pork Chops Prosciutto and Mozzarella

Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

DESSERTAll inclusive

Chocolate lava cake

Tiramisu

Coconut cake

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Roasted Eggplants

Spanish 

STARTERChoose 3 dishes

Shrimp taco bites with cilantro cream sauce

Table side Guacamole Freshly prepared guacamole made right at the table—with creamy avocado, garlic, cilantro, lime, jalapeño

Pulled Pork Sopes

Pico De Gallo and Queso Dip

Black bean dip black beans are blended with lots of garlic, jalapeños, and cheese

FIRST COURSE Choose 3 dishes

Grilled Chicken Street Tacos

Fried Sweet Plantains

Grilled corn salad Mexican grilled corn topped with mayonnaise, hot sauce or chile powder, lime, and Cotija cheese

Beef Empanadas feature a flavorful beef filling wrapped in flaky, buttery pastry

Spicy Chicken Taquitos

Saffron rice

Spanish Rice And Beans

MAIN COURSEAll inclusive

Fish Tacos a garlic lime crema

Mexican street corn Juicy and charred corn on the cob is topped with limey mayo, cotija cheese, chili powder

Steak Fajitas Tender, juicy, melt-in-your-mouth slices of steak with bell peppers and onion

Chicken enchiladas shredded chicken tortillas dipped in chili sauce

Pork Carnitas with Guacamole and Orange Salsa

Chicken mole chicken that is braised until tender, then slathered with luxurious mole poblano sauce

DESSERTChoose 1 dish

Chocolate lava cake

Tres Leches Cake cake is a sponge cake that contains three different types of milks

Chocoflan layers of chocolate cake and flan

Churros

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Seafood Sensations 

Seafood sensationsSTARTERChoose 2 dishes

Pan Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter

Arugula salad with Parmesan and lemon

Roasted beets with goat cheese

Baked clams

Stuffed mushroom with crab

Pesto Shrimp Skewers

FIRST COURSE Choose 1 dish

Homemade Crab Gnocchi

Lobster Mac n Cheese

Cioppino (Italian Seafood Stew)

Frutti Di Mare (Seafood Pasta)

Grilled Shrimp in coconut milk with herb couscous

MAIN COURSEChoose 2 dishes

Baked Mahi Mahi with garlic herb butter

Grilled swordfish with a lemon caper sauce

Honey garlic pan seared Salmon

Roasted baby potatoes

Garlic parmigiana asparagus

Creamed spinach

DESSERTAll inclusive

Chocolate lava cake With berry compote and vanilla ice cream

Lemon cake

Lemon sorbet with fresh fruit

Coconut cake

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