Take yourself back to the Opulent Celebrations of a by gone era in one of our Historic Mansions. Indulge your guests in our Lavish Grand Reception package. The Extravagant Grand Reception offers you and your guests an exciting and wide-ranging array of International cuisines, displayed in a stunning presentation.
ELABORATE COLD DISPLAY
CHILLED FARM FRESH VEGETABLE CRUDITE
A Vibrant Display of Locally Sourced Produce
with Green Goddess Dipping Sauce
LOCAL AND IMPORTED ARTISANAL CHEESE BOARD
Artistically Displayed Selection of Handpicked Domestic and Fine Imported Cheeses,
Farm Fresh Chutneys and Marmalades
SEASONAL FRESH FRUIT PRESENTATION
Chef’s Selection of Seasonal Farm Fresh Fruit
Artisanal selection of fresh Baked Breads
ANTIPASTO STATION
Italian Olives, Charcuterie Board, Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Peppers,
Marinated Mushrooms, Mozzarella and
Sun-dried Tomatoes, Italian Bean Salad, Stuffed Grape Leaves
BUTLER STYLE HOT AND COLD HORS D'OEUVRES
Your selection of hot or cold hors d’oeuvres will be passed white glove butler style
choose eight
Cold Selection
Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto, Balsamic Drizzle
Cold Seared Tuna with Sushi Rice
Scallop Ceviche Tasting Spoon
Olive Tapenade Crostini
Tomato and Basil Bruschetta
Santa Fe Chicken Salsa in Black Bean Cup
Italian Caprese Skewer
Beef Rouladen
Goat Cheese Crostini with Fig Tapenade
Watermelon and Goat Cheese Cubes with Sea Salt and Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Hot Selection
Scallops Wrapped in Bacon-Orange Horseradish Sauce
Chicken Meatballs, Pomodoro Sauce
Risotto Cakes-Sun-Dried Tomato Tapenade
Franks en Croûte
Chicken Sate, Sesame Dipping Sauce
Country Style Stuffed Mushrooms
Chesapeake Crab Cakes, Rémoulade Sauce
Asparagus and Fontina Phyllo
Baked Clams Casino
Long Island Baked Clams-Parmesan Dust
Spinach and Artichoke Crisp
Yukon Gold Stuffed Potato with Cheddar Cheese, Bacon, Sour Cream
Mini Beef Wellington
Potstickers, Plum Dipping Sauce
Vegetable Samosas
Whole Shrimp Wrapped Wonton
*Petite Black Angus Burger, Sriracha Ketchup, Caramelized Onions
Pulled Pork and Pepper Jack Slider
Mini Waffle and Chicken with Bourbon Maple Drizzle
Miniature Margherita Pizza
Miniature White Pizza with Spinach and Artichoke
Tenderloin of Beef on Brioche, Fresh Mozzarella
Mini Asiago Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Spring Rolls, Duck Sauce
Miniature Potato Pancakes, Apple Chutney
Fried Oysters with Aïoli Dipping Sauce
Braised Short Rib over Mashed Potato in Tasting Spoon
COCKTAIL SERVICE
Throughout your affair, we will provide unlimited top shelf liquors
CHAMPAGNE TOAST
DUET APPETIZER
choose one
Beefsteak Tomato and Buffalo Mozzarella over Field Greens, Prosciutto Skewer, Balsamic Drizzle
Chilled Pan Seared Scallops over Arugula Salad, Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette
Asian Chicken Salad, Dried Cherries, Mandarin Oranges, Scallions, Sesame Seeds, Ginger Orange Dressing
Root Beer Glazed Short Rib Risotto, Creamy Parmesan
Harvest Salad, Field Greens, Grapes, Celery, Apples, Golden Raisins, Walnuts, Fried Goat Cheese, Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Yellow and Red Beet Salad, Pistachios, Feta Cheese, Baby Greens, Pomegranate Vinaigrette
Grilled Shrimp, Fingerling Potatoes, Asparagus, Pancetta, Red Cabbage, Sherry Vinaigrette
Mesclun Greens, Baby Corn, Seafood Cake, Roasted Shallot Vinaigrette
LESSING'S STATIONS
choose four
Steak House
Carved Roast Beef Tenderloin*, Carved Pork Steamship
Peppercorn Sauce, Maxwell's 1890 Steak Sauce, Apple Compote,
Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Crispy Onions, Wedge Lettuce Salad with Smoked Bacon
Asian
Ginger-Garlic Chicken, Thai-Style Beef, Lemongrass Shrimp
Soba Noodle Salad, Crisp Spring Rolls, Stir-Fried Rice
Italiano
Penne a la Vodka, Sausage & Peppers, Chicken Scarpariello, Focaccia Bread, Noccellini, Grape Tomato
Seared Tuna
Crusted Sashimi Tuna*, Wasabi, Pickled Ginger, Sushi Rice, Crab and Cucumber Salad (Add $5pp)
Barbeque
Carolina-Style Mustard Chicken, St. Louis Style Pork Ribs, Lone Star Beef Brisket, Country Collard Greens,
Sweet Mashed Potatoes with Candied Pecans, Cracklin Cornbread, Lexington-Style Red Slaw
Cajun
Seafood Jambalaya, Pecan Crusted Catfish, Chicken Étouffée, Creole Stuffed Peppers, Red Beans and Rice,
Tomato and Onion Salad with Arugula, Cheese Straws
Tapas
Serrano Ham, Patatas Bravas, Manchego Cheese, Spanish Olives,
Catalan Roasted Vegetables, Tortilla Espagnola, Paella Clams
Bombay
Vegetable Samosas, Shrimp Pilau with Basmati Rice, Steamed Mussels with Coconut and Yogurt,
Tandoori Chicken, Vegetable Curry, Naan, Raita (Cucumber Salad with Yogurt)
Tuscan Panini
Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella and Basil Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella and Basil;
Roast Eggplant, Tomatoes and Peppers with Gorgonzola; Artichoke Hearts,
Roasted Tomatoes, Wilted Baby Greens; Tuscan Bean Soup with Prosciutto, Tomato Bruschetta
Macaroni and Cheese Feast
Corkscrew Macaroni Served with Aged Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Fontina Cheese
Toppings Include Bacon, Asparagus, Tomato Fondue, Toasted Bread Crumbs, Scallions
Braised Short Rib (Add $5pp)
WEDDING CAKE
We will supply a custom-designed tiered wedding cake
Filling
Chocolate Mousse
Strawberry
Raspberry
Lemon
Cannoli
Your choice of fresh whipped cream or butter cream icing
Table Side Coffee Service
Freshly Brewed Regular and Decaf Columbian Coffee, Lipton and Herbal Teas
Also Included In Our Wedding Package
A personal Maitre’d and Captain will see to it that every detail of your special day is perfect
Exclusive use of our bridal suite for you and your bridal party
A beautiful selection of fine linens
Directional maps for your wedding invitations
Place cards for all your guests
A wedding coordinator to help plan your reception
Prices are subject to a 22% administrative fee and NYS sales tax. The administrative fee is used to offset the administration of the event. The fee is not a gratuity and will not be distributed to employees who provide service to the guests as such. Maitre d’ and staff gratuities (please distribute separately) are not included and are at your discretion.
Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy.
*This menu item consists of or contains meat, fish, shellfish or fresh shell eggs that are raw or not cooked to proper temperature to destroy harmful bacteria and/or virus. Consuming raw or under cooked meats, fish, shellfish or fresh shell eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
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