CORPORATE EVENT MENUS

Your business is important and making the perfect impression among your clients and co-workers is always a desired goal.

Our staff’s experience will provide you with confidence in the planning process and the ultimate success of your event. A Sharper Palate offers simple to upscale options to serve at any occasion. We have listed the menu options as Breakfast, Lunch, Hors d ‘oeuvres, or Dinner. Please inquire directly with us if you are interested in a serviced event with staff.

Keep in mind that menus are typically made custom for each client and are subject to change.

BUFFET LUNCH & DINNER PDF

Heavy Hors D’oeuvres PDF

Plated & Served Dinner PDF

COMPOSED BUFFET LUNCH & DINNER

A Sharper Palate Catering and Events can accommodate delivery and pick up requests for boxed lunches, cold buffet
lunches, or hot buffet lunch options to serve at any occasion. Our goal is to exceed your company’s expectations – whether you are meeting with a client or providing food for your employees. We make all of our food from scratch, so we do ask that all lunch or dinner orders are confirmed at least 48 hours in advance.

Please see below for other delivery information.

Classic Boxed Lunches

For your guests’ convenience, our Boxed Lunches are presented in gift bags with handles so they can easily be carried wherever they may need to go. All Bags include disposable cutlery and a luncheon napkin. Our Classic or Deluxe Boxed Lunches feature Boar’s Head Deli Meats and Cheeses.

Classic Sandwiches 

Served on sliced bread with a “classic” side dish and a dessert

Roasted Turkey on Whole Wheat
Granny Smith Apple, White Cheddar, Lettuce and Mayonnaise

Ham and Cheddar
White Bread with Lettuce, Tomato, and Pommery Mustard Sauce

Roasted Sirloin and Swiss
Multigrain with Lettuce, Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper and Shallot Mayonnaise

Club
Turkey, Ham, and Bacon on Whole Wheat with Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayonnaise

Classic Wraps 

Served on Whole Wheat with a ‘classic’ side dish and a dessert

Traditional Chicken Salad
in a Light Herb Dressing with Lettuce and Tomato

Hummus with Roasted Bell Peppers
Lettuce, Tomato, Cucumbers, Pepperoncini, Sautéed Mushrooms, and Herb Vinaigrette

CLASSIC SIDE DISHES

  • Potato Chips
  • Whole Fruit
  • Red Skin Potato Salad
  • Pasta Salad

 

DESSERTS

  • Lemon + White Chocolate Cookie Sandwich
  • Oatmeal Raisin Moon Pie
  • Triple Chocolate Mocha Cookie
  • Dark + White Chocolate Chip Brownie
  • Peanut Butter Brownie

SALADS

Served with Bread, Butter and a Dessert

Chicken Penne Salad
Smoked Chicken with Julienned Mixed Vegetable and Penne Pasta tossed in Sesame Soy Vinaigrette

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
Sliced Grilled Chicken Breast, Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Cheese, Garlic Croutons and Caesar Dressing on the Side

Mixed Green Salad with Grilled Chicken
Tomatoes, Cucumber, Carrots, Sherry-Herb Vinaigrette
on the Side

Mixed Greens with Sundried Cranberries
Sliced Cucumbers, Candied Walnuts, Blue Cheese Crumbles and Balsamic Vinaigrette on the Side

DESSERTS

  • Lemon + White Chocolate Cookie Sandwich
  • Oatmeal Raisin Moon Pie
  • Triple Chocolate Mocha Cookie
  • Dark + White Chocolate Chip Brownie
  • Peanut Butter Brownie

Buffet Menu Selections

Menu I

Gourmet Deli Platter
Featuring Boar’s Head Deli Meats and Cheeses: Roasted Sirloin, Baked Ham, Roasted Turkey Breast and Traditional Chicken Salad, Sliced Swiss and Cheddar Cheeses, Lettuce, Tomato, Pommery Mustard Sauce, Mayonnaise and Roasted Red Pepper and Shallot Mayonnaise

Sliced Whole Wheat, White and Multigrain Bread with Whole
Wheat Wraps

Mixed Green Salad
Tomato, Cucumbers, and Carrots served with Sherry-Herb Vinaigrette and Ranch Dressing

Individual Bags of Potato Chips

Triple Chocolate Mocha Cookies

Menu II

Sliced Grilled Chicken

Caesar Salad
Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Croutons, Caesar Dressing

Farfalle Pasta
Grape Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, Cucumbers, Basil, Red Wine Vinaigrette

Freshly Baked Rolls with Butter

Assorted Miniature Brownies and Citrus Bars

Menu III

Peach Barbeque Glazed Chicken Breast

Loaded Baked Potato Salad
Chives, Sour Cream, Sharp Cheddar, Smoked Bacon

Salad of Green Beans
Roasted Red Peppers tossed in a Cider Vinaigrette

Freshly Baked Rolls with Butter

Dark and White Chocolate Chip Brownies and Oatmeal Craisin Moon Pies

Menu IV

Assorted Assembled Sandwiches and Wraps including:
Roasted Turkey, Apple, and White Cheddar Cheese, Ham and Cheddar

Roasted Sirloin and Swiss, Classic Hummus and Vegetable Wraps

Caesar Salad
Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Croutons, Caesar Dressing

Individual Bags of Potato Chips

Assorted Brownies and Cookies

Menu V

Mixed Baby Greens Salad
Seasonal Vegetables, Balsamic Vinaigrette and Parmesan Peppercorn Dressing

– or –

Baby Kale Salad
Citrus, Radishes, Avocado, Spiced Pumpkin Seeds, Lemon-Lime
Vinaigrette (available November through April)

– or –

Baby Kale Salad
Strawberries, Radishes, Avocado, Spiced Pumpkin Seeds,
Lemon-Lime Vinaigrette (available May through October)

Grilled Chicken Breast
Peach BBQ Sauce over Sweet Onions and Fennel

Roast Pork Loin and Apples
Sweet and Sour Cider Sauce

Green Beans
Toasted Almonds, Brown Butter and Lemon

Mashed Red Skin Potatoes
Sour Cream and Chives

Soft Rolls and Butter

Assorted Brownies, Cookies and Citrus Bars

Menu VI

Spinach Salad
Cranberries, Sunflower Seeds, Carrots, Goat Cheese and Cider
Vinaigrette

– or –

Mixed Baby Greens Salad
Seasonal Vegetables, Balsamic Vinaigrette and Parmesan Peppercorn Dressing

Slow Roasted Lemon and Herb Chicken

Baked Ham
Grilled Pineapple, Rum-Raisin Glaze

Brown Rice Pilaf

Roasted Carrots, Broccoli and Cauliflower with Olive Oil and Herbs

Soft Rolls and Butter

Assorted Cheesecake Bars

Menu VII

Caesar Salad
Parmesan, Tomatoes, Olives, Roasted Garlic Croutons

– or –

Arugula and Green Leaf Salad
Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Roasted Fennel, Feta and Garlic Vinaigrette

Chicken Cacciatore
Sautéed Flank Steak Pepperonata
Both Served with Butter and Parmesan Fettuccini

Spiced and Roasted Zucchini and Yellow Squash
(Available May through October)

– or –

Spiced and Roasted Butternut and Hard Squashes
(Available November through April)

Baguette and Olive Oil

Blueberry Crisp
with Brown Sugar Streusel and Whipped Cream
(April-June)

Peach Crisp
with Brown Sugar Streusel and Whipped Cream
(July-September)

Apple Crisp
with Brown Sugar St

Vegetarian Options

For Cold Food Buffets:

Hummus on Whole Wheat Wrap with, Roasted Bell Peppers, Lettuce

Tomato, Cucumbers, Pepperoncini, Sautéed Mushrooms and Herb Vinaigrette

For Hot Food Buffets:

Roasted Vegetable, Tomato, and Herb Lasagna, Ricotta, and Mozzarella

– or –

Seasonal Vegetable Curry over Toasted Quinoa

Butlered Hors D'oeuvres

Planning an event for a couple of hours after work for a networking group or a client and staff meet and greet? The menus below constitute enough to tide everyone over until dinner but not to take the place of the meal. We can provide these menus as a delivery or a full-service staffed event. If you would like to have a full-service staffed event, please call 804-553-0495 or email us at [email protected] to get an all-inclusive proposal. Please see the last page for other delivery information.

Served during the reception or cocktail portion of the event or for the entire duration. We recommend selecting 3 – 4 options from below.

Beef

Beef Tenderloin on Grilled Flatbread
with Shaved Asparagus, Manchego Cheese and Lemon Olive Oil

Miniature Hamburgers
with Cheddar Cheese and Herb Aïoli

Blackened Beef Tenderloin
Arugula Pesto and Roasted Red Peppers Crostini

Carpaccio of Beef, Dijon and Caper Sauce,
Shaved Parmesan, French Bread Crisps

Pork

Miniature Pulled Pork BBQ Sandwiches
with Carrot Ginger Slaw

Mushrooms
Stuffed with Italian Sausage and Fontina Cheese

Grilled Pork Satays
with Peanuts, and Scallion-Ginger Dipping Sauce

Prosciutto, Asparagus, Caramelized Onion
and Goat Cheese Crostini

Tea Sandwich of Pimento Cheese,
with Virginia Ham, Bread and Butter Pickles

Poultry

Tea Smoked Duck Breast
with Edamame Puree and Radish Sprouts on Crispy Sticky Rice Cakes

Fried Buffalo Chicken
with Blue Cheese Sauce on a Sesame Seed Roll

Miniature Fried Chicken and Waffles
with Maple Cayenne Butter

Chicken, Leeks, and Feta in Phyllo Cups, Green Olive Relish

Smoked Chicken and Sage Mousse baked in Puff Pastry,
Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Seafood

Grilled Marinated Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce

Apple Wood Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Yuzu Marinated Lobster and Coconut
in Miso Tuille Cones

Smoked Salmon and Cucumber Crostini
with Yogurt Sauce

Crab Cake Sandwiches
served open-faced with Remoulade Sauce

Cornmeal Crusted Oysters
with Warm Whole Grain Mustard Sauce

Vegetarian

Smoked Mushroom and Gouda Tartlets

Twice Baked Fingerling Potatoes
with Smoked Gruyère, Shallots and Chives

Vegetable Garden Spring Rolls
with Cashew Ginger Sauce

Parmigiano Reggiano and Italian Parsley Arancini

Tomato Jam on Baguette Toast

Heavy Hors D’Oeuvres

Menu I

Stationary Hors d’Oeuvres

Eggplant, Parmesan, Roasted Garlic, and Red Pepper Savory
Cheesecake

Assorted Domestic and Imported Cheeses
Gourmet Crackers, Flatbreads, and Seasonal Fruits

Roasted Vegetable Presentation
Asparagus, Carrots, Portobello Mushrooms, Zucchini, Squash,
Red and Yellow Peppers, Roasted Red Pepper Aïoli

Miniature Bistro Beef Sandwiches
with Roasted Red Pepper and Shallot Mayonnaise

Skewered Chicken Yakitori, Ponzu Dipping Sauce

Assorted Miniature Desserts

Menu II

Stationary Hors d’Oeuvres

Assorted Domestic and Imported, Hard and Soft Cheese

Gourmet Crackers, Flatbreads, Seasonal Fruit Garnish

Baked Spinach and Artichoke Dip
with Hungarian Paprika, Pita and Baguette Crisps

Smithfield Ham on Soft Rolls
Honey-Chipotle Butter

Naam Barbecue Beef Skewers

Lemongrass Chicken Garden Rolls
Vietnamese Dipping Sauce

Assorted Miniature Desserts

Menu III

Stationary Hors d’Oeuvres

Herb and Pistachio Goat Cheese Ball and
Assorted Domestic and Imported Cheeses
Gourmet Crackers, Flatbreads, Seasonal Fruit Garnish

Vegetable Spring Rolls
Cashew Ginger Sauce

Roast Beef on Miniature Croissants
with Havarti Cheese, Watercress and Horseradish Crème Fraîche

Skewered Almond Chicken
Spicy Honey Yogurt Sauce

Pork, Ginger, and Garlic Meatballs
Peanuts, Scallions, and Spicy Soy Glaze

Assorted Miniature Desserts

Menu IV

Stationary Hors d’Oeuvres

Cheese Presentation
Stilton Blue, Pear and Walnut Savory Cheesecake and
Assorted Domestic Hard and Soft Cheeses; Gourmet
Crackers, Flatbreads, and Seasonal Fruit Garnish

Sundried Tomato ‘Pesto’, White Bean, Garlic and Herb
Spread and Olive Relish with Crostini

Skewered Citrus Marinated Chicken
Basil Sauce

Poached Shrimp
Lemons, and Traditional Cocktail Sauce

Smoked Ham on Biscuits
Honey Mustard

Assorted Miniature Cookies and Brownies

Hors d’ oeuvres (Plated & Served)

Butlered Hors D’Oeuvres

Served during the reception or cocktail portion of the event or for the entire duration. We recommend selecting 3 – 4 options from below.

Beef

Beef Tenderloin on Grilled Flatbread
with Shaved Asparagus, Manchego Cheese and Lemon Olive Oil

Miniature Hamburgers
with Cheddar Cheese and Herb Aïoli

Blackened Beef Tenderloin
Arugula Pesto and Roasted Red Peppers Crostini

Carpaccio of Beef, Dijon and Caper Sauce,
Shaved Parmesan, French Bread Crisps

Pork

Miniature Pulled Pork BBQ Sandwiches
with Carrot Ginger Slaw

Mushrooms
Stuffed with Italian Sausage and Fontina Cheese

Grilled Pork Satays
with Peanuts, and Scallion-Ginger Dipping Sauce

Prosciutto, Asparagus, Caramelized Onion
and Goat Cheese Crostini

Tea Sandwich of Pimento Cheese,
with Virginia Ham, Bread and Butter Pickles

Poultry

Tea Smoked Duck Breast
with Edamame Puree and Radish Sprouts on Crispy Sticky Rice Cakes

Fried Buffalo Chicken
with Blue Cheese Sauce on a Sesame Seed Roll

Miniature Fried Chicken and Waffles
with Maple Cayenne Butter

Chicken, Leeks, and Feta in Phyllo Cups, Green Olive Relish

Smoked Chicken and Sage Mousse baked in Puff Pastry,
Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Seafood

Grilled Marinated Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce

Apple Wood Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Yuzu Marinated Lobster and Coconut
in Miso Tuille Cones

Smoked Salmon and Cucumber Crostini
with Yogurt Sauce

Crab Cake Sandwiches
served open-faced with Remoulade Sauce

Cornmeal Crusted Oysters
with Warm Whole Grain Mustard Sauce

Vegetarian

Smoked Mushroom and Gouda Tartlets

Twice Baked Fingerling Potatoes
with Smoked Gruyère, Shallots and Chives

Vegetable Garden Spring Rolls
with Cashew Ginger Sauce

Parmigiano Reggiano and Italian Parsley Arancini

Tomato Jam on Baguette Toast

Plated & Served Dinner

Menu I

1st Course

Mixed Baby Greens
Raspberries, English Cucumbers, Roquefort,
White Balsamic Vinaigrette

2nd Course

Filet Mignon in a Red Wine Sauce

Sautéed Virginia Crab Cake

Roasted Asparagus

Wild Mushroom Risotto

Soft Rolls with Butter

Menu II

1st Course

Salad of Frisee and Baby Lettuces
Sunflower Seeds, Peppered Chèvre, Red Grapes, House Vinaigrette

2nd Course

Filet Mignon
with Oyster Mushroom Demi-Glace

Baked Salmon
Over Braised Creamy Leeks, Broccolini, Wheat

Berry and Rice Pilaf

Soft Rolls with Butter

Menu III

1st Course

Baby Bibb Lettuce
Grilled Red Onion, Avocado, Oranges, Toasted
Walnuts, Blood Orange-Black Pepper Vinaigrette

2nd Course

Choice of:
Roasted Chicken Breast
with Red Pepper Sauce

– or –

Seared Rockfish
Lemon-Caper Beurre Blanc with Roasted

Asparagus and Brown Rice Pilaf

Soft Rolls with Butter

Menu IV

1st Course

Romaine with Roasted Beets
Red Onion, Candied Walnuts, Goat Cheese,
Herb Vinaigrette

2nd Course

Grilled Beef Tenderloin
Caramelized Sweet Onion Sauce

Seared Sea Bass
Smoked Shrimp Butter

Citrus Glazed Carrots

Yukon Gold Potatoes
Crushed with Olive Oil and Herbs

Soft Rolls with Butter

Menu V

1st Course

Mixed Baby Greens
with Dried Cranberries, Candied Pecans, Gorgonzola Blue Cheese, Champagne Vinaigrette

2nd Course

Choice of:

Pepper Crusted Bistro Beef
in a Mushroom-Red Wine Sauce

– or –

Roasted Sea Bass
with Smoked Tomato and Herb Beurre Blanc with Roasted Broccolini and Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

Soft Rolls with Butter

Menu VI

1st Course

Mixed Baby Greens
Pears, Chèvre, Toasted Almonds, White Balsamic Vinaigrette

2nd Course

Mushroom and Asiago Stuffed Chicken Breast
Sundried Tomato Sauce

Green Beans
Sautéed with Shallots and Garlic in Nutmeg Brown Butter, Parmesan Potato Gratin

Soft Rolls with Butter

Beverage Options

HORS D’OEUVRES & PLATED DINNER BEVERAGE OPTIONS

Standard Bar Based on Consumption

A Sharper Palate can provide all of the alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages and mixers that you may need for bar service to include: Tito’s Vodka, New Amsterdam Gin, Dewar’s Scotch, Bacardi Rum, Jim Beam Bourbon, Domestic and Imported/Craft Light, and Regular Beers, Red and White Wines, Assorted Sodas, Soda and Tonic Water, Juices, Bloody Mary Mix and Sour Mix with beverage charges based on consumption.

Drinks Would Be Priced as Follows:

  • Highballs $7.00 per drink

  • Wine $28.00 per bottle

  • Imported Beer/Craft Beer $4.75 per bottle

  • Domestic Beer $3.75 per bottle

  • Sodas $1.50 per can

 

You may choose to provide your own alcohol and A Sharper Palate can provide Assorted Sodas, Soda and Tonic Water, Juices, Bloody Mary Mix, and Sour Mix for a per person rate based on the duration of your event.

Please note that if you are providing all alcoholic beverages for the event, A Sharper Palate will require a copy of your
ABC license two weeks prior to the event. Please contact the Virginia Dept. of Alcoholic Beverage Control (804) 213-
4400 or access their website: www.abc.state.va.us to obtain your license. Please confirm with your selected venue whether additional alcohol liability insurance will be required in addition to providing a one day ABC license. You will need to make arrangements to have all alcohol products delivered to the venue, (2-3) hours prior to the event time and secure transportation for the leftover product at the conclusion of the event.

If you choose to provide all beverages and mixers (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), A Sharper Palate can provide Coolers, Ice, Bar Equipment, and Bar Fruit for $75.00 per bar.

Some additional beverage options to consider are Specialty Cocktails/Signature Beverages, Coffee, Iced Tea, Lemonade,
Fruit Infused Water, Hot Cider, Hot Chocolate, Champagne or Cider Toast.

Please inquire about additional beverages you do not see listed.

Composed Buffet Lunch & Dinner BEVERAGE OPTIONS

Disposable Boxed Coffee Service $32.00
Locally Roasted Regular & Decaffeinated Coffee. Includes Sugar and Sweeteners, Creamers, and Disposable Coffee Cups. Serves 12, 6oz. cups (Will retain heat for 3 hours after brewed)

Assorted Individual Bottled Juices:
Orange, Cranberry, Apple, and Grapefruit $2.50 each

Bottled Water $2.00 each

Assorted Sodas offering Coca-Cola products $1.50 each

1 Gallon of Iced Tea (Sweet or Unsweet) $12.00 each

1 Gallon of Lemonade $12.00 each

*A gallon serves approximately 10 people

10lb bags of ice: $3.00 per bag

Delivery Parameters

Delivery and pick up services are available only for orders totaling $250.00 in food costs.

Orders must be placed and confirmed 48 hours in advance of requested delivery and may be subject to availability.

All delivered items are served on/in black acrylic platters or bowls.

Deliveries are only available Monday – Friday for Food & Beverage and acquire the following delivery/ fuel fees.

Delivered between 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. = $35.00
Delivered before 9:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. = $70.00

*Delivery fees/fuel fees are based on the Richmond metro area. Deliveries outside this area will incur additional charges.

These charges may increase due to large volume orders requiring multiple vehicles or delivery staff.

**Some Venues require an additional charge for deliveries which is not included in our pricing. Please let your event
planner know which venue your order will be delivered to when you are placing your order.

Plasticware

We can supply clear heavy duty acrylic plastic plates, forks, knives, cups, and napkins for $2.25 per person.

– or –

We can supply black plates, black flatware, cups, and napkins for $1.75 per person.

EVENT INFORMATION

Labor:
Labor is dependent on many variables such as final menu selection, logistics, event format and size. Labor is calculated based on total event time (set up, event duration, break down, clean up and travel time) and on the number of staff members needed for a successful event. When we put together a customized proposal with your selected menu, we will include labor costs based on your menu.

Rentals and Service Equipment:
Delivering a successful event often entails providing a great deal of equipment or rental items. Often these items are tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware, flatware, chafing dishes, and portable cooking units. These rental costs will depend on the specific menu selection, the number of guests, and the event location, and will be calculated in your customized proposal for your convenience.

Customized Proposal:
Following your initial inquiry via telephone, email, or in-person, your coordinator will customize your event proposal based on your selected menu and the items above.

Event Review:
Upon receiving your proposal, your event coordinator will be available to make any necessary updates and ensure that our understanding of your event truly reflects your needs and vision. During our time with you, we will accomplish the following:

  • Finalize the menu
  • Discuss the logistics of the event
  • Devise a floor plan to ensure a smooth flow
  • Come up with a rain plan (if applicable)
  • Determine an approximate timeline
  • Choose colors and linens
  • Discuss possible décor enhancements
  • Review the kitchen and intended prep area needs
  • Discuss special requests
  • Determine rental needs i.e. china, tables, chairs, tents, etc.
  • Decide on any outside services i.e. valet, flowers, entertainment, etc.

 

Contract:
Once all the details are specified, we will secure your event date upon return of a signed contract and a $500.00 deposit. Your initial deposit is for reserving your date only and does not lock you into a guest count or final menu. Event and menu updates can continue to be made along the way. We request a second deposit, 50 percent of the total fee, no later than 30 days prior to your event. Final balances are due 14 days prior to your scheduled event.