Let me help you plan your perfect cocktail party! Here are a few menu ideas to get you started. During your free consultation we will also discuss any food allergies or meal preferences. I take great pleasure in customizing the menu in accordance with your taste and dietary requirements. Contact me today to set up your appointment!
Savory Bites
Meat Lovers
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Smoked salmon in filo shells $42
Smoked salmon and cucumber with lemon juice and dill in fillo shells. Dairy free. 12 bites per order.
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Salmon tartare $56
Sushi grade salmon marinated with lemon, capers and various herbs. Gluten free & dairy free. 12 verrines per order.
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Thai fish cakes $36
Spicy south-east Asian morsels, served with a sweet chili dipping sauce. Gluten free & dairy free. 12 bites per order.
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Shrimp cocktail $56
Refreshing shrimp served with a handmade cocktail sauce. Gluten free. Dairy free. Serves 20
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Shrimp wrapped in chorizo or pepperoni $36
Shrimp wrapped in thin chorizo or pepperoni slices and baked. Subject to market availability. Gluten free & dairy free. 12 bites per order.
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Shrimp with avocado & grapefruit $54
Small bites of avocado and grapefruit topped with a shrimp and served in a verrine. Gluten free & dairy free. 12 verrines per order.
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Sardine rillettes with baguette $36
Sardines and cream cheese spread with capers, shallots & lemon juice. Served with baguette slices. 1 cup and approx. 20 baguette slices - serves 10-12
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Scallops Maître Paul $48
Delicate scallops lightly sautéd in a white wine & butter sauce. Gluten free. 12 bites per order.
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Lamb koftas $42
Herbed lamb meatballs served with a spiced yogurt dip. Gluten free. 12 bites per order.
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Mediterranean mini peppers $42
Mini sweet bell peppers filled with Italian sausage, cheese and fresh herbs. Gluten free. 12 bites per order.
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Salade de gesiers confits $48
Duck gizzard confits served on a mixed green salad with walnuts, cherry tomatoes, small croutons and goat cheese. Gluten free and/or dairy free options available. 12 verrines per order.
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Cream of roquefort with pears & italian ham $48
A combination of ingredients with character often served in the Southwestern part of France. 12 verrines per order.
Veggie Delights
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Caprese skewers 6" $42
Cherry tomatoes, bocconcini mozzarella & fresh basil skewers, drizzled with balsamic glaze. 12 six inch skewers per order.
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Black olive tapenade $36
Homemade black olive tapenade made of black olives, anchovies, capers, lemon juice, garlic and parlsey. 1 cup & approx. 20 baguette slices - serves 15-20
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Beet dip in fillo shells $30
Creamy goat cheese & beet dip in a crunchy fillo shell. 12 bites per order.
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Sicilian Caponata in filo shells $36
Eggplants, bell peppers, celery and tomatoes gently simmered with tomatoes, capers and olives. Served cold in filo shells. Vegan. 12 bites per order.
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Andalusian Gazpacho $30
A cold and refreshing vegetable soup from the south of Spain, packing al the summer flavors - Vegetarian - Dairy free - Gluten free option available. 12 verrines
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Caponata tiramisu $48
Eggplants, bell peppers, celery and tomatoes gently simmered with tomatoes, capers and olives. Topped with a parmesan tiramisu and crumble. 12 verrines per order.
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Mixed green salad with French Dijon vinaigrette $36
Mixed green salad with cherry tomatoes, cucumber and olives with a French vinaigrette. Vegan. 12 verrines per order.
Platters
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Cheese Platter $130
Cheese platter with an assortment of cheeses served with grapes, dried apricots, house blend spiced nuts and a fig jam. Includes artisan bread and crackers. Gluten free crackers available upon request. Serves 10 people.
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Charcuterie platter $130
An assortment of meats, served with grapes, dried apricots, house blend spiced nuts, cornichons and a tapenade dip. Includes artisan bread and crackers. Gluten-free crackers available upon request. Serves 10 people.
From the Oven
Mini Quiches
2" x 2" bite size - 16 bites per order / $5 supplement for Gf crust.
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mushroom & caramelized onion quiche $50
This sophisticated quiche combines caramelized onions, mushroom, lemon zest and thyme. Vegetarian
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Spinach and feta quiche $50
The Feta cheese brightens this spinach quiche and gives it a Mediterranean flair. Vegetarian
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quiche Lorraine $50
A French classic! The traditional quiche with bacon, cream, nutmeg and cheese!
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Smoked salmon & asparagus quiche $50
Smoked salmon shavings, dill and asparagus blend harmoniously in this quiche. Seasonal and depending on fresh asparagus availability. Asparagus may be replaced by leeks.
Bruschetti, Loaves & More
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Roasted bell peppers & herbs bruschetta $48
Toasted baguette slices topped with roasted bell peppers marinated in olive oil and herbs. Vegan. 24 bruschetti per order.
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Tomato & basil bruschetta $48
The traditional bruschetta topped with tomatoes and fresh basil and seasoned with olive oil. Vegan. 24 bruschetti per order.
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Pear, blue cheese & walnut bruschetta $60
Toasted baguette slices topped with blue cheese, pear and walnuts. Vegetarian. 24 bruschetti per order.
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Zucchini & goat cheese loaf $24
A vegetarian loaf with fresh thyme giving a summery touch. 12 to 15 slices per order.
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Ham & olive loaf $24
A hearty bread loaf to satisfy all big appetites! 12 to 15 slices per order.
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gougeres with fresh thyme $48
Puff pastry choux flavored with cheese, nutmeg and fresh thyme. Vegetarian - 24 gougères per order
Sweet Treats
A Touch of Cream
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spiced crème brûlée $42
A rich vanilla custard base infused with cardamom, cloves, cinnamon & lemon zest. Topped with a layer of caramelized sugar. The spices give a sophisticated twist on this French classic! Gluten free. 12 ramequins per order.
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chocolate ganache tartlet - 2.5" $42
A decadent filling made of heavy cream and dark chocolate with a hint of cinnamon, on a flour, nuts and butter crust. Gluten free option available. 12 tartlets per order, each tartlet is 2.5"
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Lemon Meringue tartlet 2.5" $42
A delicate lemon curd on a crusty flour, almond and butter crust. Finished with an Italian meringue. Gluten free option available. 12 tartlets per order, each tartlet is 2.5".
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Mini Paris-Brest in a puff $42
Taste the decadence of the Paris-Brest! Homemade mini cream puff with an almond and hazelnut buttercream. 12 cream puffs per order.
A Hint of Fruit
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Fruit skewers $30
Seasonal fruit presented on a 6" skewer. Vegan. Gluten free. 12 skewers per order.
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raspberry mousse $36
Whipped cream and a handmade raspberry coulis turned into a smooth and airy summer mousse. Gluten free. 12 verrines per order.
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Raspberry tartlet 2.5" $42
Fresh raspberries on a vanilla custard with an almond, flour and butter crust. 12 tartlets per order, each tartlet is 2.5"
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Apple tarte tatin in a verrine $42
The classic Tatin deconstructed in a verrine! Caramelized apples, cookie crumbles and whipped cream. 12 verrines per order.
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Roasted spiced pineapples $42
Pineapple chunks roasted in butter and spices, topped with mascarpone & speculos crumble. 12 verrines per order.
Terms & Conditions
COCKTAIL PARTIES TERMS
- Orders must be placed at least 10 days before the event.
- A deposit of 50% of your total order is requested at the time of placing the order.
- Full payment of your final invoice is due within 7 days of the event date.
- Pick up at the kitchen on 4100 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis: free of charge.
OPTIONAL ADD ONS
- Delivery: starting at $25 (Based on distance)
- Buffet set up: 15% of food cost
- Buffet service (buffet refill, tear down & clean up) $50/hour
- Wait staff: $40/hour, minimum 4 hours.
- Minneapolis sales tax: 9.025% on food only
- Minimum food order for cocktail party: $500
- Cocktail plates rental: $1/plate
- Stemless wine glass (9 fl oz) rental: $1.25/glass
- Stemless champagne flutes rental (8.5 fl oz) : $1.25/flute
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations made 2 weeks before the event date will receive a 100% refund.
- Cancellations made between 1 & 2 week before the event date will incur a 50% fee.
- Cancellations made within 1 week of the event date are non-refundable.
