Receptions - The Julia Morgan Ballroom

RECEPTIONS
HOT HORS D’OEURVRES
(Based on 50 pieces)
Bacon Wrapped Dates Stuffed with Blue Cheese $170
Twice Baked Potatoes with Caramelized Shallot Cream & Bacon $160
Honey Roasted Pear & Goat Cheese Tarts $150
Pressed Italian Panini with Salami, Roasted Peppers & Green Olive Tapenade $160
Crispy Pork Belly with Caramelized Apples & Porter Glaze $180
Kobe Beef & Roasted Eggplant with Porcini Gastrique $220
Wild Mushroom, Parmesan & Caramelized Onion Tarts $190
Grilled Pancetta Wrapped Shrimp with Spicy Aioli $220
Chili Spiced Chicken & Red Pepper Spiedini $190
Crab Cakes with Classic Tartar Sauce $250
Semolina Fried Artichokes with Lemon Aioli $170
Beef Bourguignon Crostini with Melted Onions & Chimichurri Sauce $220
Bacon Wrapped Day Boat Scallops with Porcini Essence $220
Arancini: Crispy Saffron Risotto Stuffed with Beef Ragu & Mozzarella $180
Mozzarella en Carozza: Crispy Fried Mozzarella & Basil Panini with Spicy Tomato Sauce $180
Lamb Sausage “Dogs” Grilled Onions, Piquillo Peppers & Asiago Bun $190
Crispy Fried Oysters, Spinach, Aioli & Herb Crepes $200
Grilled Three Cheese Sandwiches with Tomato Soup $180
Baked Mussels in Saffron Tomato Sauce with Crispy Croutons $200
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COLD HORS D’OEURVRES
(Based on 50 pieces)
Deviled Eggs with Caviar $200
Tuna Tartare with Avocado Cream & Crispy Wonton $220
Spicy Steak Tartare with Shoestring Potatoes $200
Smoked Trout with Pickled Onions, Horseradish Cream on Rye Toast $220
Seared Ahi Tuna with Cured Tomato, Mint & Jalapeño $220
Vegetable Spring Rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce $160
Smoked Salmon with Cucumber & Dill Cream Cheese Rolls $200
Chicken Liver Mousse with Huckleberry Jam on Toasted Brioche $170
Burrata Crostini with Roasted Tomatoes & Crispy Basil $180
Poached Shrimp (3 ways) $220
• Cocktail Sauce
• Avocado Ceviche
• Curried Coconut Milk
Mexican Style Ceviche with Tortilla Strips $220
Pork Rillette with Dijon Mustard, Cornichons & Crostini $180
Belgian Endive with Gorgonzola, Poached Figs & Candied Walnuts $170
Sweet Peppers Stuffed with Prosciutto & Provolone $160
Bloody Mary Oyster Shooters $190
Oysters on the Half Shell with Lime Granita & Tomatillo $210
Chicken Salad (3 ways in Lettuce Cups) $170
• Asian Salad
• Waldorf Salad
• Italian Chopped Salad
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SOUP SHOOTERS
(Based on 50 pieces)
English Pea with Lemon Cream & Parmesan (Spring) $150
Tuscan White Bean & Ham Hock with Olive Oil $150
Heirloom Tomato with Tiny Croutons & Basil Oil (Summer) $160
Potato Leek with Smoked Salmon & Chive Cream $160
Creamy Caraway Cauliflower with Apple (Fall/Winter) $150
Butternut Squash with Toasted Hazelnut Cream & Crispy Sage (Fall/Winter) $150
Spicy Black Bean & Chorizo Sausage $160
Rich Chicken Broth with Orzo, Herb & Lemon $150
Sweet Corn & Pepper Soup with Fried Jalapeños (Summer) $150
Chilled Options
Classic Gazpacho $160
Gold Tomato with Shrimp & Peppers (Summer) $160
Heirloom Melon with Spicy Jicama Sticks (Summer) $150
MINI SLIDERS
(Based on 50 pieces)
Chicken, Sage & Pancetta Meatball with Pepperonata $190
BBQ Pulled Pork with Spicy Cabbage Slaw $190
Italian Meatballs with Pecorino Romano $200
BLT: Apple-wood Smoked Bacon, Tomato, Arugula & Aioli $190
Burgers with Vermont Cheddar & Caramelized Onions & Dijonnaise $220
Vegi Burgers: Caramelized Onions & Horseradish Cream $190
Creole Shrimp Cakes with Carrot Cilantro Slaw $220
Crab Cake with Classic Tartar Sauce $250
PLT: Portobello Mushroom with Arugula, Tomato & Aioli $190
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STANDARD STATIONS
Prices are per person with a minimum of fifty (50) guests per station
INDIVIDUAL CRUDITE $10
Seasonal raw vegetables served in individual glasses with green goddess dressing.
SEASONAL FRUIT & BERRIES $10
A simple assortment of fruit and berries served with honey yogurt
SMOKED SEAFOOD $20
An assorted platter of smoked, salmon, smoked trout & shellfish served with pickled onions, cornichons,
mustards, horseradish and rye bread
CREDO ANTIPASTI $15
A display of authentic Italian flavors that may include:
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Rosemary & Garlic Marinated Olives
● Assorted Salumi, Prosciutto & Cured Meats
● Pickled Artichokes, Mushrooms & Vegetables
● Roasted Peppers, Eggplant & Onions
● Parmesan & Pecorino Cheese
● Sundried Tomatoes
● Herb Focaccia & Bread Sticks
LOCAL ARTISAN CHEESE DISPLAY $16
An offering of local cheese and accompaniments served with assorted crackers, walnut bread and baguette.
Some options may include:
● Mt Tam Triple Cream with Figs in Marsala
● St Andreas Firm with Candied Walnuts
● Humbolt Fog Aged Goat Cheese with Champagne Poached Apricots
● Hook’s 5 Year Cheddar with Sliced Apples
● Vella’s Mezzo Secco with Onion & Mustard Seed Marmalade
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ARTISAN CHARCUTERIE DISPLAY $16
A variety of charcuterie served with accompaniments served with crostini. Some options may include:
● Fra Mani Toscano
● Prosciutto di Parma
● Spicy Coppa
● Speck
● Assorted Pate
CHEF ATTENDED STATIONS
All stations are priced per person with a minimum of fifty (50) guests per station. Price include chef
attendants to prepare and assist guests in the serving of the dishes.
THE CHOPPED SALAD: $15
One of our signature salads tossed to order with all the finely chopped ingredients in a zesty Italian style
dressing. Some ingredients featured:
● Romaine, Radicchio & Butter Lettuce
● Grilled Chicken
● Garbanzo Beans
● Roasted Peppers
● Artichoke Heats
● Green Olives
● Provolone, Parmesan & Blue Cheese
● Rustic Croutons
MOZZARELLA BAR: $16
Our Chefs will demonstrate how to pull mozzarella and then serve it with a variety of accompaniments to
compliment which may include:
● Proscuitto di Parma
● Basil Pesto
● Pickled Cherry Tomatoes
● Roasted & Marinated Peppers
● Olive Tapenades
● Fresh Tomatoes
● Extra Virgin Olive Oil
● Aged Balsamic Vinegar
● Preserved Vegetables
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THE SEAFOOD BAR: $40
A chilled display of local fresh raw and marinated seafood prepared at each station with classic
accompaniments
● Oysters on the half shell
● Marinated Mussles with Shallots, Saffron & Lemon
● Cracked Crab & Crab Salad in Lettuce Cups
● Smoked Salmon
● Manila Clams
● Poached Shrimp
● Cocktail Sauce, Mignonette & Lots of Lemon
● Black Pepper Breadsticks
● Seaweed Salad
FLATBREADS & FLAVORS $16
Baskets of Flatbreads served warm with a variety of accompaniments to spread. May include:
● Spiced Fruit Chutneys
● Salty Olive Tapenades
● Herb Pestos
● Roasted & Grilled Vegetables
● Saffron Aioli
● Herb & Roasted Garlic Goat Cheese
● Flavored Hummus
● Herb Butters
● Guacamole and Salsas
● Shaved Artisan Cheeses
STREET TACOS: $18
Our chefs will prepare fresh tortillas with all the traditional condiments for your guests to make
authentic tacos. Includes:
● Freshly Made Corn Tortillas
● Grilled Beef, Chicken, Pork al Pastor
● Sauteed Peppers, Onions, Garlic & Oregano
● Mexican & Domestic Cheese
● Mexican Crema
● Rustic Guacamole
● Salsa Bar; Salsa Verde, Pico de Gallo, Spicy Roasted Tomato Salsa, Scallions Cilantro, Radishes, Chilis,
Onions & Cilantro, Cabbage, Limes
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PASTA STATION: $22
Listed is a variety of classic pasta dishes. Please choose two in which to feature
● Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli with Lemon Cream Sauce, Citrus Gremolata
● Penne “Amatriciana”, Pancetta, Onions, Tomato, Chili Flake, Pecorino Romano
● Rigatoni with Spicy Italian Sausage, Tomato Sauce & Parmesan
● Fusilli “Quatro Formaggi”: Fontina, Asiago, Gorgonzola & Parmesan with Seasoned Bread Crumbs
● Orecchiette “Carbonara” Apple-Wood Smoked Bacon, Eggs, Ricotta, Cream, Pecorino Romano & Black Pepper
● Gnocchi with Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella
● Porcini Mushroom Tortellini in Rich Chicken Broth
● Linguini with Pesto Sauce & Oven-Roasted Tomatoes
● Spaghetti “Bolognese” Classic Meat Ragu
The ‘Q” $30
This station will have some great BBQ to choose from.
● Smoked Beef Brisket
● Carolina Pulled Pork
● Smoked Sausages
● Spanish Peanut Coleslaw
● House-Made Bread & Butter Pickles
● Jalapeño Spoon Bread & Buttermilk Rolls
● Variety of Sweet & Spicy Sauces
CARVING STATIONS
All carved items served with accompaniments that may include assorted mustards, aioli, horseradish cream,
spiced fruit chutneys, cranberry sauce and petite rolls.
● Rosemary & Dijon Roasted New York Striploin $24
● Brined & Roasted Free Range Turkey $16
● Whole Smoked Bone-In Ham $18
● Salt-Baked Whole Salmon $22
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BUFFET
Our Chefs can create a variety of buffets featuring dishes from our seasonal menus. Prices are determined by the menu selections.
In addition, we have created some buffet menus to choose from.
Farmer’s Market: Our most popular buffet menu allows you to enjoy the best of the seasonal bounty from the local farmers market. Our Chef David Feldman will customize the menu featuring the best seasonal produce, meat and seafood available. Menu will
include bread, appetizer, salads, entrees and dessert. An example of a menu is listed below:
AUTUMN FARMER’S MARKET
Lunch: $59
Dinner: $74
• Rustic Levain Bread w. Butter
• Marinated Wild Mushroom w. Farro, Cipollini Onions & Arugula
• End of Season Heirloom Tomato Salad w. Feta Cheese, Pickled Onions & Green Olives
• Butternut Squash, Sage & Pine Nut Risotto
• Grilled Game Hens “al Mattone” w. Herb Jus
• Roasted Sea Bass w. Curried Cauliflower & Caper Brown Butter
• Caramel Pot de Crème w. Marshmallow Cream, Spanish Peanuts & Sea Salt
• Autumn Fruits
CREDO ITALIAN
Lunch: $54
Dinner: $69
• Rosemary Focaccia w. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Antipasti: Salumi, Prosciutto, Marinated Artichokes, Mushrooms, Olives & Pickled Peppers
• Tre Colori Salad: Shaved Parmesan & Lemon Anchovy Vinaigrette
• Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli w. Choice of Tomato Sauce or Lemon Cream
• Pork & Ricotta Meatballs w. Polenta
• Roasted Lemon & Oregano Marinated Chicken
• Market Vegetables
• Classic Tiramisu
• Fresh Market Fruit
SOUTH OF MARKET
Lunch: $59
• Fresh Corn Tortillas & Chips
• Mixed Salsas & Guacamole
• Citrus Salad w. Jicama, Carrots, Slivered Almonds & Serrano Agave Vinaigrette
• Gem Lettuce w. Pumpkin Seeds, Cotija Cheese & Garlic Cilantro Dressing
• Baked Roasted Chili, Cheese & Tomato “Cazuela” w. Lime Crema
• Carne Asada: Grilled Steak w. Grilled Onions & Peppers & Habanero Salsa
• Classic Chicken Adobo
• Tes Leches Cake
• Tropical Fruits
Dinner: $74
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THE “Q”
Lunch: $64
Dinner: $79
• Jalapeno Spoon bread w. Honey Butter
• Southern Chopped Salad: Romaine, Tomatoes, Corn, Black Beans, Scallions, Red Peppers, Cilantro,
Aged Cheddar & Herb & Mustard Vinaigrette
• Spanish Peanut Coleslaw
• BBQ Chicken
• Dry Rubbed & Smoked Beef Brisket
• Carolina Pulled Pork w. Soft Rolls
• Twice Baked Cheddar Cheese Potatoes & Scallions
• Grilled Corn on the Cob w. Cilantro Lime Butter
• Bourbon Chocolate Chip Pecan Pie
• Jicama & Watermelon Skewers w. Chili Salt
FRENCH CONNECTION
Lunch: $64
Dinner: $79
• Rustic Levain Bread w. Butter & Sea Salt
• Goat Cheese & Caramelized Onion Tarts
• Market Lettuces w. Crispy Shallots & Sherry Dijon Vinaigrette
• Poulet Poele Aux Herbs: Chicken Sautéed w. Herb Pan Sauce
• Beef Bourguignon: Classic Red Wine Braised Beef
• Pommes Puree: Buttery Mashed Potatoes
• Hericots Verts et Carottes: Buttered Green Beans & Carrots
• Caramelized Apple & Brioche Bread Pudding w. Crème Anglaise
• Market Fruits
PACIFIC COAST
Lunch: $69
• San Francisco Sourdough Rolls w. Butter
• Dungeness Crab & Corn Chowder w. Black Pepper Crackers
• Iceberg “Wedge” w. Tomatoes, Bacon & Blue Cheese Dressing
• Baked Local Rockfish w. Tomato, Onions, Fennel & Olives
• Roasted New York Striploin w. Béarnaise Sauce
• Salt Baked Potatoes w. Sour Cream & Scallions
• Market Vegetables
• Lemon Mousse Parfait
• Assorted Cookies
Dinner: $84