Fun appetizers and finger food to keep your guest moving and shaking
How much to serve at your event? Here are some helpful hints for ordering your appetizers:
* For a social or cocktail hour before dinner, plan to serve 3 or 4 different appetizers and allow 3 to 4 bites per person
* For an open house affair, plan to serve 4 to 5 different appetizers and allow 4 to 6 bites per person per hour of serving.
* For an appetizer buffet that is served in place of a meal, plan to serve 6 to 8 different appetizers and allow 6 to 9 bites per person per hour of serving.
* When figuring the amount of meat to serve a good plan is 1/4 of a pound to a 1/3 of a pound per person when serving side items.
Just to name a few:
· Antipasto Kabobs ~ Pepperoni, salami, olives and cheese on a frill
· Antipasto Skewer ~ Mozzarello cheese, sun-dried tomato wedge of artichoke heart and Kalamata olive
· Crispy Asparagus with Asiago ~ Asparagus tip with Asiago cheese wrapped in phyllo
· Spanakopita ~ Spinach, cream cheese and feta cheese in a flaky phyllo
· Assorted Petite Quiche ~ Lorraine, Spinach, Herb cheese, and a cajun Shrimp
· Hibachi Beef Skewers ~ chunks of red & yellow peppers, Monterey jack Cheese with a wrap of soy marinade thin beef
· Chicken & Pineapple Brochettes ~ tender chicken breast with juicy pineapple topped with sweet n sour sauce
· Chicken Kabob ~ with Thai Dipping Sauce
· Spinach Artichoke Party Cups ~ wontons stuffed with spinach, artichokes and cheese
· Festive Taco Cups – Corn bread dough, stuffed with your taco meat and seasoning
· Mushroom Sausage Crostini ~ Italian bread with sausage, mushrooms and cheese
· Cheese Ball w/ sausage tray and seasonal fruit
· Cucumber Cups ~ choice of a Bleu Cheese or Sun Dried Tomato Mousse
· Melon Balls wrapped with Prosciutto ~ Seasonal melon balls
· Caribbean Chutney Kabob ~ skewered chicken, pineapple, red peppers in a mango chutney sauce
· Sweet and Sour Kielbasa ~ grilled kielbasa served on a bias cut with a savory sweet taste
· Beef Pinwheels ~ Tortilla wrap with beef, red pepper, and cheese
· Tortilla Rolls~- your choice of beef, ham or turkey wrap with cheese, spinach and our secret sauce
· 7 Layer Mexican Dip ~ Refried Beans, salsa, cheese, lettuce, green onions, olives and sour cream
· Hot Sausage Cheese Dip ~ good with crackers, scoop chips or veggies
· Chicken Spedini on a stick ~ Choice of sweet pineapple sauce, Ranch or BBQ sauce
· Chicken Sticklers ~ choice of Sweet n sour, Ranch, BBQ Sauce, or Teriyaki Sauce
· Rumake ~ Water chestnuts wrapped in bacon and a sweet sauce to accent the flavor
· Stuffed Mushrooms ~ stuffed with spinach and cheese; or sausage and cheese; or just cheese
· Spinach Dip ~ hot or cold with scoop chips
· Party Crab Dip ~ served with crackers or bite size pieces of bread
· Hot Artichoke Dip ~ served with assorted crackers or thinly sliced French bread
· Pineapple Salsa ~ great for any event, especially for that Hawaiian or Caribbean party
· Meatballs ~ Sweet n Sour, BBQ, Cranberry, Swedish or in a rich Brown Gravy
· Sausage Cheese Bites ~ delicious bite that can be prepared mild or spicy
· Baked Wings - Wings and more Wings ~ Hot ones, mild, BBQ, Sweet n sour or plain
· Chicken Strips ~ choice of: BBQ, Ranch or Sweet n Sour Sauce on the side
· Pepper Poppers ~ Creamy filled jalapenos served Ranch Dressing on the side
· Toasted Ravioli ~ served with Marinara sauce on the side
· Potato Skins ~ served with sour cream and cheese on the side for your toppings
· Mozzarella Sticks ~ served with Marinara sauce on the side
· Quesadilla ~ Chicken or Cheese served with sour cream and salsa on the side
· Crab Meat Dip ~ served with your choice of assorted crackers, thinly slice French bread
· Shrimp or Crab Artichoke Cheese Dip~ baby shrimp or crab meat with artichoke hearts, cheese and sliced bread.
Prices based on a minimum of 25 guest, includes appetizer disposable ware. Does not include sales tax. (Delivery charges, if set up is needed, or servers requested is an additional charge)
Choice of Three (3) $9.00/pp
Choice of Four (4) $10.50/pp
Choice of Five (5) $12.00/pp
Choice of Six (6) $13.50/pp
Choice of Seven (7) $15.00/pp
Choice of Eight (8) $16.50/pp
JUST TO NAME A FEW... PLEASE GIVE US A CALL IF THERE IS SOMETHING SPECIAL YOU ARE LOOKING FOR....
Note: Prices subject to change at any given time, so please book your event ahead to firm your pricing for your special
Suggested Appetizers and Party Trays
Fruit Tray ~ (Seasonal Items) ~ Cantaloupe, watermelon, grapes, pineapple and strawberries. Cost $105.00 for 75 - 100 guest $85.00 for 75 - 50 guest $65.00 for less than 50 guests.
Fruit Tray Display ~ (Seasonal Items) ~ Generous watermelon basket beautifully carved and displayed on a large tray, overflowing with cantaloupe, watermelon, grapes, pineapple and strawberries. The tray is garnished with pineapple tops and cantaloupe crowns. Cost $155.00 for 75 - 100 guest $125.00 for 75 - 50 guest $100.00 for less than 50 guests.
Watermelon Basket ~ (Seasonal Items) ~ Beautifully carved watermelon basket with watermelon, cantaloupe, grapes, pineapple and strawberries in bite size pieces. Cost $75.00
Watermelon Carvings ~ (Seasonal Items) ~ Watermelon carvings: Baby Carriage, Pelican, Boat, Graduation Theme, Retirement Theme, Luau Theme, etc (see photo gallery for ideas plus we have many more) Starting cost $85.00 (based on complexity of carving request)
Vegetable Tray ~ Fresh, crisp vegetable trays with dip; baby carrots, celery sticks, broccoli and cauliflower florets, cucumber slices, peppers, cherry tomatoes or mushrooms. Cost $95.00 - Large tray (60 - 75 people) $75.00 - Medium tray (50 - 40 or less people) $65.00 Small Tray (25 or less people)
International Cheese Tray ~ Cubed cheeses: Provel, Hot Pepper, Cheddar, Swiss, and American with assorted crackers. Cost $100.00 - Large tray (40 - 60 people) $85.00 - Small tray (40 people or less)
Cheese/Pretzel Tray ~ Cubed cheeses: Hot Pepper Jack, Mild Cheddar, Colby Jack, Soft Pretzel Sticks, Strawberries, Seedless Grapes served with a Homemade Beer Mustard for dipping. Cost $110.00 - Large Tray (40 - 60 people) $85.00 - Small Tray (40 people or less)
Italiano Tray ~ Sliced assorted varieties of salami, calamata olives, pepperoncini, Provolone Cheese, Antipasto Kabobs. Cost $65.00/tray (30 - 25 people)
Dollar Rolls ~ with your choice of Smoked or Honey Turkey Breast, or Smoked of Honey Ham choice of cheese American or Swiss. Cost $13.95/dozen
Famous Chicken Salad ~ made to order for your event on your choice of dollar rolls, mini croissants, wheat or white bread, or wraps. Cost $20.00/dozen or $6.50/#
Delicious Eye-Appealing Meat and Cheese tray ~ Roast Beef, Roasted Turkey, Smoked Ham, American and Swiss Cheese with assorted rolls and condiments to accompany the tray. Cost $35.00 (figure 2 sandwiches per person with your side items) serves 6 - 8 people; $55.00 serves 10 - 15 people; $75.00 serves 15 - 20 people; $85.00 serves 20 - 25 people
"Sweet Meat Stix" ~ 8" stick of sweet Angus Beef ~ $2.50/stick minimum of 25 sticks when ordering
What about those side items? We offer a variety of sides to accent that entree or meat platter.
Cold sides: Toss Salad or Mix Green Salad with choice of dressing Ranch or Italian, Caesar Salad, Italian Pasta Salad (olives), Italian Veggie Pasta Salad (assorted marinated vegetables with pasta), Spaghetti Salad (colorful peppers marinated), Potato Salad (Mayo Style, Mustard Style, Red Potato Style, Ranch Style, or German), Coleslaw (Italian Style, Mayo style, Vinegar Style, or Ranch Style), Greek Pasta (penne noodles with black olives in a mayo base), St. Louis Garden Style Salad (broccoli, cauliflower, red onion and a mayo marinate), Bacon & Macaroni Salad, Cucumber & Blue Cheese Salad and many more sides to choose from.
Hot sides: Our famous Pasta Con Broccoli, Mostaccioli, Green Beans, Green Bean Casserole, Potato Casserole, Hash Brown Casserole, Mash Potatoes, Smashed Red Potatoes, Rice Pilaf, Mushroom Sage Dressing and many more to just name a few to get that appetite going.
Hot or Cold Sides: Cost $1.50/per person minimum of 50 people for sides only: $2.00/per person minimum of 25 people
Shrimp Platter ~ Shrimp (40 - 50 ct. per pound) with tails on, served with cocktail sauce on a greenery bed of ice. Cost: 2#/$40.00; 3#/$50.00; 4#/$60.00
Peel n Eat Shrimp Platter ~ Shrimp (26 - 30 ct. per pound extra large; 40 - 60 ct. per pound medium) served with cocktail sauce on a greenery bed. Cost: 2#/$35.00; 3#/$45.00; 4#/$55.00 on extra large. Cost: 2#/$35.00 on medium.
Hot Menu Items:
Our Famous Top Round Roast Beef ~ Sliced to your specification serving as an entree, or thin slice or shaved. Au jus served on the side. $6.25/# under 10 pounds per order minimum 5 pounds; $6.00/# minimum 10 pounds per order. When figuring the amount to order 1/3# - 1/4# per person based on other items being served. (Much more reasonable in price and taste as compared to your local deli which does not supply the au jus.)
Pull Pork in BBQ sauce ~ Served in a container with your choice of rolls or sliced bread - $20.00/doz or $5.50/#
Roast Beef in BBQ sauce ~ Served in a container with your choice of rolls or sliced bread - $25.00/doz or $26.25#
Prices do not include sales tax or delivery charges.
NOTE we are still adding more items to this menu daily so please give us a call if you are looking for something in particular.
"Drink Tips" for that special event
Before you stock your bar, you need to know how much alcohol and mixers to purchase. This guidelines below are helpful for any bar setup, but if you are having a full bar, consult the chart farther below to make sure you have sufficient amounts of the various liquors and mixers. Of course, it is always good to throw in some extras in case the party lasts longer than you planned, there are additional unexpected guests, or one drink is more popular than others are.
• Each guest will drink an average of two drinks the first hour and one drink each hour thereafter.
• A one-liter bottle of alcohol yields approximately 22 mixed drinks, so if you know how many guests are attending and what kind of bar you are going to have, you can easily figure out how much alcohol to purchase.
• To accommodate any non-cocktail drinkers, estimate one bottle of wine per eight guests, remembering that white wine tends to be more popular than red.
• One 750-ml bottle of
• Garnishes are relatively cheap, so it is always smart to buy extras. Plan on a 1/2 lemon and 1/2 lime and two each of olives, cherries, and onions per guest. This means that if you have 24 guests, you will need at least 12 lemons and 12 limes plus 48 each of olives, cherries, and onions.
• Plan on one pound of ice per person. This will provide enough ice for drinks as well as any ice baths for wine or beer.
Liquor and Mixers for a Full Bar
|
Guests |
10-25 |
25-35 |
35-60 |
60-100 |
|
The Spirits (bottles) |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
White wine |
7 |
7 |
8 |
11 |
|
Red wine |
2 |
3 |
5 |
6 |
|
|
4 |
5 |
6 |
6 |
|
Vermouth dry |
1 |
1 |
2 |
2 |
|
Vermouth red |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
Vodka |
3 |
3 |
3 |
4 |
|
Rum |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
|
Gin |
1 |
2 |
2 |
3 |
|
Scotch |
1 |
2 |
2 |
3 |
|
Whiskey |
2 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
|
Bourbon |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
Tequila |
2 |
2 |
2 |
3 |
|
Brandy/cognac |
1 |
2 |
2 |
3 |
|
Aperitif |
1 |
1 |
2 |
2 |
|
Cordial |
2 |
2 |
2 |
3 |
|
Beer (bottles/cans) |
50 |
75 |
80 |
100 |
|
The Mixers (2-liter bottles) |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
Club soda/seltzer |
3 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
|
Ginger ale |
2 |
2 |
2 |
3 |
|
Cola |
3 |
3 |
3 |
4 |
|
Diet cola |
3 |
3 |
3 |
4 |
|
Lemon/lime soda |
2 |
3 |
3 |
4 |
|
Tonic |
2 |
2 |
3 |
3 |
|
Juice quarts |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
Tomato |
2 |
2 |
3 |
3 |
|
Grapefruit |
2 |
2 |
3 |
3 |
|
|
2 |
2 |
3 |
3 |
|
Cranberry |
2 |
2 |
3 |
3 |
|
Extras |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
Grenadine |
1 |
1 |
1 |
2 |
|
Angostura |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
Note: If it is a crowd under age 35, increase vodka, rum, and beer
