Wedding Menus and Packages

Crowne Plaza Cabana
Palo Alto
4290 EL CAMINO REAL PALO ALTO, CA 94306
Wedding Packages
THE VENUE
The Crowne Plaza Cabana Palo Alto, with
our modern retro décor and recently
renovated guestrooms and suites, is
conveniently located in the heart of Silicon
Valley among Stanford, Facebook, and the
Redwood Trees. Located 35 miles south of
San Francisco and 14 miles north of San
Jose, we are easily accessible from
highways 101 and 280. We are the ultimate
destination for guests both near and far.
With the largest event capacity on the
peninsula, we are a gem and can offer a variety of space styles and size. From elegant and traditional
to fun or themed, we offer such flexibility you won’t believe how easy it is to plan your wedding.
WEDDING PACKAGES
The Crowne Plaza Palo Alto hotel offers an elegant setting for your special day. We are happy to
deliver full wedding services for elegant events and dream like days filled with family and friends. Let
us take care of every detail for you.
All Cabana Wedding Packages include:
 Champagne Toast
 Cake Cutting Services
 Coffee & Tea Service
 Set Up (tables, linens, custom dance floor, centerpieces & staging)
 Bridal Suite
 Complimentary Self-Parking
ONE CARAT WEDDING PACKAGE
One Hour Reception
Select two passed & one displayed hors d’oeuvres
Two Course Plated Dinner
APPETIZER
Select One
RIVERDOG FARMS BUTTERNUT SQUASH
Cinnamon Scented Crème Fraiche
OR
CABANA CAESAR SALAD
Petite little gem lettuce, roasted tomato, croutons, olives, artichoke hearts,
shaved parmesan, classic Caesar dressing
ENTRÉE
Select two proteins, and a vegetarian entrée.
All entrees are served with seasonal local vegetables, warm artisan rolls and sweet butter
PORCINI DUSTED CHICKEN BREAST
Cabernet Wine Jus, Creamy Orzo Rice
SMOKED PAPRIKA CRUSTED CORNISH GAME HEN
Fresh Thyme demi-glace, wild rice pilaf
PAN SEARED WILD SALMON
Oyster mushroom and caper veloute, lentil rice pilaf
GRILLED BEEF FLAT-IRON STEAK
Brandy peppercorn sauce, Mashed Yukon Gold Potato
$68.00 ++ per person
Prices subject to 22% Service Charge & Local Sales Tax
MENU TASTING
We want to make sure that you will
love the food as much as we do.
After a contract is signed, we can
offer you a complimentary entree
tasting for up to four guests.
TWO CARAT WEDDING PACKAGE
One Hour Reception
Select three passed and two displayed hors d’oeuvres
Two Course Plated Dinner
APPETIZER
Select one
WILD MUSHROOM BISQUE
Porcini Oil
OR
CABANA CAESAR SALAD
Petite little gem lettuce, roasted tomato, croutons, olives, artichoke hearts, shaved parmesan,
classic Caesar dressing
OR
SONOMA GREEN SALAD
Organic Baby Field Greens, Roasted Pear, Candied Pecans, Sonoma Goat Cheese,
Marshall Farm Honey Vinaigrette
ENTRÉE
Select two proteins, and a vegetarian entrée.
All entrees are served with seasonal local vegetables, warm artisan rolls and sweet butter
CHICKEN FLORENTINE
Chicken Breast stuffed with Caramelized onions, Spinach and Gruyere cheese,
Marsala Sauce, Mascarpone Polenta
PORCINI DUSTED CHICKEN BREAST
Cabernet Wine Jus, Creamy Orzo Rice
OVEN ROASTED HALIBUT
White Wine Herb Sauce, Roasted Mushroom Risotto
ASIAN FIVE SPICE BEEF SHORT RIB
Ginger Soy Pan Jus, Caramelized Garnet Yam Puree
GRILLED NEW YORK STEAK (10 OZ)
Rosemary Demi-Glace, Boursin Cheese Mashed Potatoes
$89.00 ++ per person
Prices subject to 22% Service Charge & Local Sales Tax
BON VOYAGE BRUNCH
If you are interested in setting up an occasion to say “thanks for coming” or “good
bye and safe travels” we can help!
THREE CARAT WEDDING PACKAGE
One Hour Reception
Select four passed and two displayed hors d’oeuvres
Three Course Plated Dinner
SALAD
(Please select one)
CABANA CAESAR SALAD
Baby Gem Lettuce, Roasted Tomato, Croutons, Olives, Artichoke Hearts, Shaved Parmesan, Classic Cesar Dressing
OR
ORGANIC BABY SPINACH AND RADICCHIO
Crumbled Blue Cheese, Smoked Bacon Lardon, Baby Yellow Tomatoes, Toasted Pine Nuts, Raspberry Vinaigrette
OR
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
Frisee and Fennel Salad, Shaved Parmesan, Olives, Citrus, Lemon Vinaigrette
SOUP
(Please select one)
LOBSTER BISQUE
Lobster Salad, Brandy Cream
OR
WILD MUSHROOM BISQUE
Porcini Oil
ENTRÉE
Select two proteins, and a vegetarian entrée.
All entrees are served with seasonal local vegetables, warm artisan rolls and sweet butter
CHICKEN FLORENTINE
Chicken Breast stuffed with Caramelized onions, Spinach and Gruyere cheese, Marsala Sauce, Mascarpone Polenta
SMOKED PAPRIKA CRUSTED CORNISH GAME HEN
Fresh Thyme demi-glace, wild rice pilaf
OVEN ROASTED HALIBUT
White Wine Herb Sauce, Roasted Mushroom Risotto
GRILLED FILET MIGNON
Forest Mushroom Ragu, Roast Fingerling Potatoes and Caramelized Onions
GRILLED NEW YORK STEAK
Rosemary Demi-Glace, Boursin Cheese Mashed Potatoes
RACK OF LAMB PROVENCAL
New Zealand Baby Lamb Loin, Herb Dijon Crust, Syrah Wine Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes
BEEF AND PRAWNS
Petit Grilled Beef Filet Mignon and Garlic Herb Jumbo Prawns, Truffled Mashed Potatoes and Brandy Sauce
$104.00++/per person
Prices subject to 22% Service Charge & Local Sales Tax
BUFFET WEDDING PACKAGE
One Hour Reception
Select two passed & one displayed hors d’oeuvres
Fresh Dinner Buffet
Artisan Rolls and Sweet Butter
Tomato Bisque with Fresh Basil
Romaine Hearts with Radicchio Salad
with Shave Fennel, Pine Nuts and Parmesan Cheese and Creamy Caesar Dressing
Fresh Mozzarella, Baby Heirloom Tomatoes and Olives with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Grilled Sweet Peppers, Artichokes, Eggplant and Crimini Mushrooms with Lemon Oil
Roasted Natural Chicken, Potato Gnocchi, Roasted Garlic Sage Sauce
Sliced Sea Salt Crusted Beef Striploin, Red Wine Demi Glace
Orecchiette Pasta with Fresh Clams, Mussels and Shrimp in a Cioppino Broth
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes with Caramelized Shallots
Hazelnut Tiramisu, Cannoli’s, Amaretto Biscotti
OR
Harvest Dinner Buffet
Seafood Chowder
Baby Arugula and Radicchio, Roasted Pears, Candied Pecan, Goat Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Roasted Mushroom and Artichoke Salad with Sweet Peppers, Sherry Dressing
Roasted Beet and Carrot Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
Pan Seared Salmon, Sugar Snap Peas, Lemon Butter Sauce
Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs, Root Vegetables
Porcini Crusted Chicken Breast, Mushroom Ragu
Horseradish Mashed Potatoes
Artisan Rolls and Sweet Butter
Ghirardelli Chocolate Cake, Lemon Meringue Tart
$72.00++/per person
Prices subject to 22% Service Charge & Local Sales Tax
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
VEGETARIAN SELECTIONS
Select One at No Additional Cost
Roasted Baby Eggplant
Mediterranean Vegetables, Tomato Ragu, Toasted Barley Pilaf
Butternut Ravioli
Bloomsdale Spinach, Organic Baby Vegetables, Cannellini Bean Cassoulet
Chef’s Toy Box Mushroom Risotto
Grilled Asparagus, Portobello Mushroom, Roma Tomato, Balsamic Reduction
Sesame Crusted Tofu
Garlic Udon Noodles, Baby Bok Choy, Sugar Snap Peas, Sweet Peppers, Red Organic Miso Glaze
CHILDREN’S MENU
Ages 12 and under
Choice of One of the Entrée Selection
Two Mini Beef Sliders with French Fries
Penne Pasta Marinara with Steamed Fresh Carrot and Broccoli
Crispy Chicken Tenders with French Fries and Honey Mustard
Cheese Filled Tortellini in Pesto Cream with Steamed Fresh Carrot and Broccoli
All selection includes Fresh Fruit as starter and Vanilla Ice Cream as Dessert
$25++/PERSON
VENDOR MEALS
Entrée’s Provided to the Vendors of Your Choosing.
Entrée’s at Chef’s Choice.
$36++/PERSON
HORS D’OEUVRES SELECTION
Hot Hors D’Oeuvres
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Spinach Spanakopita
Vegetable Samosa
Caramelized Onion and Feta Tart
Mini Quiche Lorraine with Bacon and
Swiss Cheese
Vegetable Spring Roll
Black Bean and Jack Cheese
Empanada
Tikka Spice Chicken Sate with
Cucumber Raita
Beef Sate with Spicy Peanut Sauce
Mikado Chicken Spring Rolls, Chili
Dipping Sauce
Mikado Shrimp Spring Rolls, Chili
Dipping Sauce
Duck Thai Spring Rolls
Apple Smoked Bacon Wrapped Deep
Sea Scallop
Crispy Coconut Shrimp, Sweet Hot
Chili Sauce
Dungeness Crab Cake, Harissa Aioli
Mini Beef Wellington
Cold Hors D’Oeuvres
 Boursin Cheese and Walnut on Toast
Round
 Crab Salad on Cucumber and Roasted
Red Pepper Puree
 Fresh Strawberry with Brie Cheese,
Orange Zest, Grape and Chives
 Peppered Seared Ahi Tuna Crostini
 Ratatouille of Vegetables on Potato
Round
 Sundried Apricot with Cream Cheese
and California Pistachio
 Goat Cheese on Sour Dough Croutons
with Thai Asparagus
 Pear & Gorgonzola Crostini
 Smoked Salmon Cornet on
Pumpernickel with Basil
 Peppered Beef Tenderloin on Potato
Pancake
 Smoked Duck with Cranberry Mousse
and Pistachios
 Beef Tartar on House Made Chips and
Dijon Aioli
Displayed Hors d’Oeuvres
Crudité
Fresh Local Farm Vegetables to include Baby Carrot, Radish, Cucumber, Baby Tomatoes, Celery, Sugar Snap
Peas, Sweet Peppers, Assorted Olives, Ranch Dressing
Mediterranean Display
Hummus, Baba Ganoush, Tomato Olive Relish, Grilled Pita Bread
Seasonal Fresh Fruit and Berries Display
Sliced Seasonal Ripe Melons, Organic Driscoll’s Farm Sweet Berries
Grilled Vegetable Display
Grilled Marinated Mushrooms, Artichoke Hearts, Peppers, Olives, Zucchini, Asparagus, Portobello, Yellow
Squash, Herbs, Olive Oil
Chef’s Cheese Display
A Selection of International and Local Organic Cheeses, Artisan Bread, Crostini, Toasted Nuts, Dried Fruits,
Marshall Farm’s Honey
Antipasto Display
Assorted Cured Meats, Marinated Artichokes, Roasted Red Peppers, Tomato, Marinated Fresh Mozzarella,
Manchego Cheese, Assorted Olives, Baguette
BAR SERVICES
Wine
Liquor
Beer
CK MONDAVI, CHARDONNAY,
WILDCREEK CANYON
HOUSE BRANDS
Hosted - $8.00 | Cash - $9.00
Sky
Beefeater
Bacardi Light
Sauza Gold
Jim Bean
Cutty Spark
DOMESTIC BEER
Hosted - $5.00 | Cash - $6.00
SUPERIOR BRANDS
Hosted - $9.00 | Cash - $10.00
Absolut
Bombay
Mt Gay
Sauza Hornitos
Makers Mark
J&B
Hosted - $6.00 | Cash - $7.00
PREMIUM BRANDS
Hosted $10.00 | Cash $11.00
Kettle One
Tanqueray
Bacardi Gold
Traditional
Jack Daniels
Johnnie Walker Red
SODAS / JUICES
Hosted - $4.00 | Cash - $6.00
Hosted by the Bottle - $30.00
Cash by the Bottle $32.00
Hosted by the Glass - $8.00
Cash by the Glass - $9.00
CK MONDAVI, CABERNET,
WILDCREEK CANYON
Hosted by the Bottle - $30.00
Cash by the Bottle $32.00
Hosted by the Glass - $8.00
Cash by the Glass - $9.00
CK MONDAVI, MERLOT,
WILDCREEK CANYON
Hosted by the Bottle - $30.00
Cash by the Bottle $32.00
Hosted by the Glass - $8.00
Cash by the Glass - $9.00
Champagne
J ROGET, BRUT, CALIFORNIA
Hosted by the Bottle - $30.00
Cash by the Bottle $32.00
Hosted by the Glass - $8.00
Cash by the Glass - $9.00
Corkage is $20++/750 mL bottle
*Other Brands Available Upon Request
No Outside Liquor Allowed.
BUILD YOUR OWN PACKAGE
PER PERSON
$29++ per person for beer/wine/soda for five hours
$45++ per person for unlimited beer/wine/soda/liquor for five hours
Ideal if guests drink heavily and you want to host the entire event.
ON CONSUMPTION
Charged per glass
Ideal if guests drink moderately and you want to host the entire event
CASH CAPPED
Set the dollar amount you would like to host.
Ideal if you have a set amount in mind to host.
Bar will convert to cash thereafter.
Bud Light
Budweiser
IMPORTED BEER
Corona
Heineken
Amstel Light
Non Alcoholic
Or, Try a Mocktail!
All alcoholic beverages are served on
a per person per drink basis in our
private banquet rooms.
Bartender Services
A $150 bartender fee will be
accessed for every bar not meeting a
minimum of $500++
Wines from Wine List
Wines will be charged on a per
bottle basis based upon
consumption
The sale & services of alcoholic
beverages in regulated by the State
of California Commission & as a
licensee, Crowne Plaza Palo Alto is
responsible for the administration of
these regulations. It is the policy of
the Crowne Plaza Palo Alto that
liquor of any type cannot be brought
into the facility from an outside
source. Drinking distilled spirits,
beers, coolers, wine & other
alcoholic beverage may increase
cancer risk & during pregnancy may
cause birth defects.
WINE LIST
CHAMPAGNE AND SPARKLING WINES
J Roget, Brut, California
Gloria Ferrer, Blac de Noirs, Sonoma NV
Mumm, Brut Rose, Napa Valley NV
Dom Perignon, Brut Cuvee, Champagne, France
Price Per Bottle
$32
$54
$67
$275
CHARDONNAY
Chateau Ste. Michelle, Indian Wells, Washington
Franciscan, Napa Valley
Rodney Strong, Chalk Hill, Sonoma
Chateau St. Jean, Sonoma County
Price Per Bottle
$42
$42
$53
$61
OTHER WHITE WINES
Ruffino Punot Grigio, Lumina, Italy
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
Wild Horse, Viognier, Central Coast
Chateau D’Escians, Rose, Whispering Angel, Comte de Provence
Price Per Bottle
$34
$45
$42
$58
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
14 Hands, Columbia Valley
Simi, Alexander Valley
Franciscan, Napa Valley
Charles Krug, Peter Mondavi Family, Napa Valley
Price Per Bottle
$32
$55
$60
$70
MERLOT
Markham, Napa Valley
Beringer, Napa Valley
Rutherford Hills, Napa Valley
Price Per Bottle
$55
$53
$62
PINOT NOIR
Lockhood, Block 7, Monterey
Fogdog, Sonoma Coast
Argyle, Willamette Valley
Price Per Bottle
$42
$45
$80
OTHER RED WINES
Perducci True Grit, Petite Sirah, Mendocino
Penfold, Thomas Hyland, Shiraz Australia
Coon Creek, Anthology, Napa Valley
Ravenswood, Zinfandel, Sonoma County
Price Per Bottle
$35
$41
$43
$48 ‘
*Alternate Wines may be ordered upon request
VENDOR LIST
BAKERIES
Pastrychik
Rheena Lim-Sy
1301 Old County Road #1|Belmont, CA
E: [email protected]
W: www.pastrychik.com
A Spoonful of Sugar Cakes
Kathleen DeManti
P: 415-944-9994
E: [email protected]
W: www.aspoonfulofsugarcakes.com
Studio Cake
104 Gilbert Avenue | Menlo Park CA
P: 650-326-1019
E: [email protected]
W: www.studiocake.com
Satura Cakes
200 Main Street | Los Altos, CA 94022
P: 650-948-8846
E: [email protected]
W: www.satracakes.com
Jen’s Cakes
1053 Lincoln Ave, Suite 100
San Jose, CA 95125
P: 408-293-2253
E: [email protected]
W: www.jenscakes.com
PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEOGRAPHY
Carlos Bradley
Sevenstory Photography
E: [email protected]
W: www.sevenstoryphoto.com
Huy Pham Photography
Contemporary Weddings
P: 408-726-2906
E: [email protected]
W: www.huyphamphotography.com
Michael’s Wedding Group
Contemporary Weddings
P: 408-865-1081
W: www.michaelswedding.com
Chris Schmauch
GoodEye Photography+Design
P: 831-216-6210
E: [email protected]
W: www.goodeyephotography.com
MAKE-UP | HAIR
MicheTan Wedding Services
P: (408) 691-2988
E: [email protected]
W: www.michetan.com
Nikki Notarte
P: (510)557-9613
E: [email protected]
W: www.nikkinotare.com
DJ/BAND/ENTERTAINMENT
Pop Rocks (Band)
P: (415) 447-4730
E: [email protected]
W: www.poprocks.net
Rhythm Masters DJ’s
(DJ Adam Barrera)
P: (925) 382-4699
E: [email protected]
DJ Quantum
P: 408-691-3632
E: [email protected]
W: www.djquantumhh.com
Hey Mr. DJ
Rich Amooi
P: 408-223-1400
E: [email protected]
W: www.heymrdj.com
Verducci Event Productions
Lawrence Arevalo
P: (415)545-8635
E: [email protected]
FLORAL/DÉCOR/LINENS
Floral & Event Design
Nicole Ha
P: 408-421-0388
E: [email protected]
W: www.nicoleha.com
Ingela Floral
Ingela Ruschin
P: 408-445-1515
E: [email protected]
W: www.ingelafloral.com
Lynn’s Wedding Services
Lynn Le
P: 408-398-2199
E: [email protected]
W: www.lynnweddingservices.com
Amber India
Karam Gill
P: 408-248-5400
E: [email protected]
Silver Spoon Catering
Mahesh Grikar
P: (408)739-4965
E: [email protected]
PHOTOBOOTH
Photo Box Memories
P: 408-676-7427
E:[email protected]
W: www.photoboxmemories.com
www.pahgcc.com
Too Caterers
Wendy Kleckner
(650)322-4189
[email protected]
The Laugh Box
Dexter Cura
P: 415-935-9807
E: [email protected]
W: www.thelaughbox.com
St. Thomas Aquinas Church
745 Waverley Street
Palo Alto, CA 94301
P: (650) 494-2496
Screenbooth, LLC. (Video Guest Book &
Photobooth)
Linda Kinsella
P: 408-825-3039
E: [email protected]
W: www.screenbooth.com
Say Ya! Photobooth
Ysabel Academia
P: 415-944-7505
E: [email protected]
W: www.sayyaphotobooth.com
LOCAL CHURCHES
Church of the Nativity
210 Oak Grove Ave
Menlo Park, CA 94025
P: (650) 323-7914
St. Athanasius Church
160 N. Rengstorff Avenue
Mountain View, CA 94043
P: (650) 961-8600
All Saints’ Episcopal Church
555 Waverley Street
Palo Alto, CA 94301
P: (650) 322-4528
OUTSIDE CATERERS
Sakoon (Indian Cuisine)
357 Castro Street
Mountain View, CA 94041
P: 650-965-2000
W: www.sakoonrestaurant.com
VENUES FOR PHOTO-OP
Elizabeth Gamble Garden
www.gamblegarden.org
Thomas Fogarty Winery
www.fogartywinery.com
Haute Cuisine (Kosher)
Lusine Sargsyan
E: [email protected]
W: www.hautecuisinecatering.net
PREFERRED VENDORS
Jasmine with Chair Divas
Recommended for Draping and Decor
[email protected]
(408)427-4944
www.alliedartsguild.org
Jesus with Le Jardin Event & Floral Design
www.lejardineventandfloraldesign.com
[email protected]
650-533-0796