At Foodini’s your choice of menu is as unlimited as your imagination. Our expert staff will work with you to create the ideal menu for the type of event you are hosting. The following menu items can be adjusted to fit your needs; or we can customcreate a menu after meeting with you. Upgrades and addons' such as themedaction stations, stationary platters and passed hors d'oeuvres are recommended. If you would like a carving station to replace a meat item, or a seafood bar to replace a fish selection; for example, we will certainly accommodate you. Whether it is a casual buffet, drop off service or a formal plated event Foodini's Catering has a menu for you!
If you’d like us to prepare something you don’t see on the menu, please ask for our FULL list of offerings or make any special requests. Thank you very much,
Chef John Deatcher
All menus are customized, please inquire for pricing.
Menu items can be plated, served as a buffet or delivered to your door
(with or without staff members)
Mesclun Field Greens and Red Leaf Lettuce with Mandarin Oranges, Chopped Walnuts, and Sliced Red Onion accompanied by RaspberryBalsamic Vinaigrette
Classic Caesar Salad with Freshly Grated Parmigiano and House made Croutons
Crispy Ice burg and Green Leaf Lettuces with Julienned Carrot, Cherry Tomatoes
& Sliced Cucumbers with Italian Red wine Vinaigrette
Red Leaf Lettuce and Frisee Surrounded by Sliced Apples, Chopped Walnuts and Crumbled
Bleu Cheese Laced with SherryWalnut Vinaigrette
Arugala and Greens with Caramelized Pecans, Goat Cheese and Dried Cranberries
CitrusDijon Vinaigrette
Baby Spinach Salad with Crumbled Bacon, Chopped Eggs, Sliced Red Onions and Mushrooms
Hot Bacon Vinaigrette
Rigatoni Bolognese
Simmered Beef Ragu Enhanced with White Wine and Tossed with Fettuccini Pasta
Penne Puttanesca
Tomatoes, Capers, Red Wine, Olives, Garlic and Anchovie
Orrechietti
Tossed with Broccoli Rabe, White Beans and Cremini Mushrooms
Linguine with Pesto and OvenDried Tomatoes
Sicilian Style Basil Pesto Garnished with Plenty of Parmigiano Reggiano
Rigatoni Pomodoro
Freshly Made TomatoBasil Sauce garnished with Fresh, Melted Mozzarella Cheese
Penne ala Vodka
Tomato, Cream, Shallots, Fresh Oregano, Red Pepper Flakes and Absolute Vodka
Lasagna
Classic Three Cheese, Spinach Mushroom Bechamel or Three Meat Lasagna
Swedish Meatballs with Egg Noodles
Mini BeefPorkVeal Meatballs in a Rich Paprika infused Cream Sauce Served Over Egg Noodles
Fettucini Alfredo with Prosciutto and Peas
Fettucini in a Rich Parmesan Cream Sauce
Penne Primavera with Garlic and Virgin Olive Oil
Tossed with Roasted Red Peppers, Onions, Tomatoes, Zucchini, Fennel, Black Olives and Herbs
Eggplant Rollatini or Parmesan
Baked with Mozzarella to “Melty” Perfection
Most of the following can also be prepared with Veal
Chicken Marsala
Chicken Breast Sauteed with Mushrooms, Shallots and Garlic in our Signature Marsala Wine Sauce
Chicken Francese Pecorino
Classic Francese Sauteed with White Wine and Lemon with Pecorino Romano
Chicken Parmesan ala Vodka
Breaded Chicken Breast, Fried and Topped with Our Housemade Marinara Sauce,
Parmesan & Mozzarella Cheese & Baked till ooy gooy
Hawaiian Baked Chicken (or Pork)
Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thigh (or Breast) with TriColored Peppers, Pineapple, Dried Apricots, Maui Onion and Ginger, Braised in a Sweet & Sour Sherry Sauce
House Chicken
With Artichokes, Mushrooms & SunDried Tomatoes In a White WineGarlic Sauce
Roasted Turkey Breast with White Wine Gravy
House Roasted Turkey Slathered with Creamy Turkey Giblet Gravy
(all the traditional accompaniments are available)
Roasted Chicken with Natural Pan Jus
FreeRange Chicken roasted to Perfection and Served with Natural Juices
Spicy Shrimp Creole
Jumbo Shrimp with Peppers, Onions and Andouille Sausage in a Spicy Tomato Sauce
Paella
Shrimp, Clams, Mussels, Calamari, Skinless Chicken Thigh and Chorizo
Nestled in Saffron Scented Short Grained Rice
Salmon with PistachioHerb Crust
A House Specialty; Whole Salmon Side Crusted and Baked to Perfection. Served with Crème Fraiche, Tomato Relish and Lemon Wedges
Blackened Catfish Filets
MangoHerb Relish
GingerGlazed Salmon Filet
Pineapple Salsa
Flounder Florentine
Fresh Flounder Filets topped with Sauteed Spinach & Swiss, Baked in a White Wine Cream Sauce
JumboLump CrabCakes
with Lemon Beurre Blanc or Chipotle Remoulade
PecanCrusted Tilapia Filets
HoneyPecan Crust topped with OrangeBasil Compound Butter
Seafood Au Gratin
Crab, Lobster, Shrimp, Scallops and Halibut in a Rich Parmesan, Sherry Cream Sauce
Stuffed Filet of Sole
CrabStuffed with White Wine Lemon Butter Sauce
Chilean Sea Bass with MacadamiaPankoHerb Crust
MandarinGinger Beurre Blanc
Shrimp Scampi
Butterflied, Jumbo Shrimp with Garlic in a White WineButter Sauce
(see carving station for more selections)
Beef Wellington
Beef Tenderloin Stuffed with a ShallotMushroom Madeira Duxelle and wrapped in Puff Pastry
Served with a Red Wine Demi Glace
Beef Stroganoff
Beef Tenderloin Tips with Mushroom and Onion Pincage
Served in a Rich SherryMustard Cream Sauce with Dill Rice Pilaf
Chef Recommends Egg Noodles as Starch Accompaniment
Roast Beef with Red Wine Gravy
House Roasted Beef, Sliced Thin and Smothered with Rich Wine Gravy
Teriyaki Beef Kabobs
Skewered Sirloin of Beef with Peppers, Onions, Mushrooms and Pineapple
Steamed Pastrami or Corned Beef
Dry Cured, Smoked, Braised Brisket of Beef Pastrami or Corned Beef
Served with Deli Mustard and Pumpernickel Bread
Steak Dianne
Thinly Sliced Tenderloin of Beef Sauteed with Shallots and Tomatoes
Served in a BrandyMustard Cream Sauce. Classic Elegance
Boeuf A La Bourguignonne
Classic French Preparation of Burgundy WineBraised Beef with Baby Carrots, Button Mushrooms and Pearl Onions. Chef Recommends House Made Egg Noodles as Starch Accompaniment
Stuffed Peppers
Classic Stuffed or Mexican with Chorizo, Scallion and Jack Cheese
Sausage and Peppers
Sweet and Hot Pork Sausage with Peppers, Tomatoes and Caramelized Onions, served with
Hero Rolls, Pasta or Rice
Rack of Lamb Persillade
Choice of Red Wine DemiGlace or Mint Pesto
Baked Honey Ham with MadeiraApricotDijon Glaze
Freshly Baked Hickory Smoked Ham, Sliced and Served with Apricot Glaze
South Western Style BBQ'd Spare Ribs
Dry Rubbed and Slow Cooked to Perfection
Veal Osso Buco
Veal Shanks Braised in White Wine, Tomato and Veal Stock. The Best!
Suggested Accompaniment would be Parmesan Risotto
Steamed, Stir Fried or Roasted Vegetable Medley
Buttered or Blackened Green Beans
Broccoli or Broccoli Rabe with Lots of Garlic
Glazed carrots
Creamed Spinach / Creamed Corn
Braised Red Cabbage
Zucchini, Corn and Red Pepper Sauté
Asparagus
Roasted Broccoli (my new favorite thing !)
Mashed Potatoes of Your Choice :
Plain, Roasted Garlic, Green Onion, Chive, Chinese 5 Spice or Wasabi
Other Potato Sides : Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Scalloped Potatoes, VegetableHerb Potato Salad
Roasted Rosemary Red Bliss Potatoes
Rice
Brown, White or Wild Rice Pilaf with Fresh Herbs
Couscous / Grains
Israeli Couscous or Regular Couscous of Your choice; Sundried Tomato, ShallotMint,
Saffron, Vegetable with Raisin or GingerGarlic
Polenta
Parmesan, Mushroom, Fresh Herb or Roasted Garlic
Legumes
Lentil Pilaf, Baked Red Beans & Rice or Succotash
GingerSoy Glazed Meatballs in Edible Wonton Spoon
Miniature Monte Cristos
RaspberryAlmond Brie Phyllo Rolls
Chicken or Beef Satay with Peanut Sauce
ProvoloneStuffed, Truffled Arancini with Tomato Jam
Portabella Mushroom "pizzas" with Spinach, Fontina and OvenDried Tomatoes
Mini Burgers with Caramelized Onions, Gorgonzola and Tamarind Ketchup
Mini Grilled Cheese Triangles with Roasted Tomato Soup
SunDried TomatoCream CheeseStuffed Artichoke Fritters with ChiliCumin Dipping Sauce
Blackened Pork Loin Skewers with Tropical Fruit Puree
Coconut Chicken or Shrimp* with Gingered Plum Sauce
CuminLime Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Chorizo
Teriyaki Salmon Skewers with Pineapple
Cajun Tuna Skewers with Lemon Aioli
Crab Cakes with Chipotle Aioli
Shrimp Tempura
Baby Rack of Lamb "Lollypops" Persillade
Mini Quiches: Spinach, Black BeanPepper Jack, BroccoliCheddar,
Deep Dish TomatoGoat Cheese Pizza or Lorraine (Bacon & Gruyere Cheese)
Andouille SausageCheese Puffs
Vegetable Spring Rolls with Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce(s)
Phyllo Triangles ~ SpinachFeta, Wild Mushroom, RatatouilleGoat Cheese
Shrimp Scampi Phyllo Tartletts
Quesadillas ~ Green OnionCheddarJack, or Black Olive Tapanade & Goat Cheese
Stuffed Mushroom ~ Traditional, SpinachFeta, FennelLeek or Clams CasinoStuffed
Sweet Potato Fritters with Fresh Apple Sauce
Black Bean Cakes with Sage Aioli
AppleWalnutBrie Purses
RosemaryMustard Chicken Skewers
Stuffed Clams
Shrimp and Gazpacho Shooters
Pork, Vegetable, Shrimp, or Lobster Summer Rolls with Citrus Soy Glaze
Sesame Tuna Tartar on Gaufrette Potato Chip with Wasabi Creme Fraiche
Black Olive Tapanade on Crostini with Minted Creme Fraiche
Roquefort Grapes with Pistachio Crust
Boursin Cheese & Calamata OliveStuffed Cherry Tomatoes
Bruschetta with SunDried and Plum Tomato Relish, on Crostini
Eggplant Caponata on Pita Crisps with Feta
Poached Red Potatoes with Smoked Trout & Citrus Creme Fraiche*
Ceviche Passed in Scallop Shell with Yuka Baton
Peruvian Potatoes with Huancaina Sauce and Quail Egg
Sugar Cane Shrimp Shooters with TequilaLime Gazpacho
Duck Liver Paté on Granny Smith Apple Slices
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (under 15 per #)
Grilled Vegetables on Foccacia with SunDried Tomato Cream Cheese
Skewered Fig (seasonal) or Melon with Prosciutto Ribbons, MadeiraMaple Yogurt Dip
Smoked Salmon on Black Bread with Cilantro Crème Fraiche, Tobiko Garnish
Crudite Platter
Freshly Cut Summer Squashes, Carrots, Celery, Peppers, Cauliflower, Broccoli and Mushrooms
Served with our Chef’s Signature Roasted Red PepperOnion Dip or Garlicky Chick Pea Dip
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Platter or Skewers
Fresh Fruit in season, including Honeydew, Cantaloupe, Red and White Grapes
Pineapple, Strawberries & Red and Yellow Watermelon Chunks, Skewered or Beautifully Plattered and Served with LemonVanillaMaple Sauce
Mozzarella Caprese
Housemade Buffalo Mozzarella with Vine Ripened Tomatoes, Fresh Basil Leaves
And BalsamicRoasted, Red Onions Served with Sliced Baguette (seasonal)
Grilled Vegetable Platter with Pesto Drizzle
BalsamicGarlic and Extra Virgin Olive OilMarinated Eggplant, Zucchini, Red Peppers, Yellow Squash, Asparagus, Portabella and Onion, Grilled and Topped with a Basil Pesto Drizzle
Bruschetta with Trio of Toppings
Toasted Baguette Rounds are the Canvas to be Topped with our Chef’s Specialty Spreads;
Olive Tapanade, Eggplant Caponata and our Famous Sundried and Plum Tomato Relish
International & Domestic Cheese Tray
New York State Cheddar, Jarlsberg Swiss, Sharp Provolone & Smoked Gouda Elegantly Presented with an Assortment of Peasant Crackers
Smoked Salmon Platter
Thinly Sliced Norwegian Smoked Salmon accompanied by Chopped Red Onion, Creme Fraiche
& Fresh Chopped Parsley. Offered with Triangles of Russian Pumpernickle Bread
Marinated London Broil Platter
Marinated in Italian Seasonings, Grilled to Medium Rare and Sliced Thin.
Served with Crostini, TomatoHerb Salsa and Horseradish Cream
Shrimp Cocktail Platter
Jumbo Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce Decoratively Displayed
and Garnished with Parsley & Lemon Wedges
Tuscan Antipasto
Genoa Salami, Pepperoni, Prosciutto di Parma, Sweet & Hot Soppresata, Asiago, Imported Provolone, Fresh Mozzarella, OvenDried Tomatoes, Roasted Red Peppers, Marinated Mushrooms, Artichoke Hearts, Stuffed Cherry Peppers & Assorted Olives.
Accompanied by Bread Sticks & Panini
Foccacia Panzanella Salad
Italian Bread Salad Made with Onions, Tomatoes, Basil, Olive Oil, Vinegar with Chunks of Toasted Foccacia Bread, ParmigianoReggiano and Ricotta Salata
Salmon with PistachioHerb Crust
A House Specialty; Whole Salmon Side Crusted, Baked and Served Room Temperature
Thai Peanut Noodles
Lo Mein Noodles Tossed in Peanut Sauce with Sliced Scallions and Julienned Bok Choy
Mediterranean Platter
Hummus and Eggplant Caponata with Garlic Flat Bread, Garnished with Pepperoncini,
Feta & Calamata Olives
Deli Tray
Sliced Boar's Head Brand Deli Meats and Cheeses with Rolls and all the Condiments
Grilled Eggplant, Onions and Mushrooms with SunDried Tomato Cream Cheese on Foccacia
Tuna, Chicken OR Egg Salad on White, Wheat or Mini Croissants with Lettuce & Tomato
Turkey Salad with Cranberry Mayo on Whole Wheat or Mini Croissant
Ham with Melted Brie and Green Apples on Baguette
Reuben Sandwich Triangles
Wrap it up!
Several Selections to Choose From
See our corporate catering menus for full selections
Specialty or Traditional 3 ft Party Subs Available
Please Inquire
CornflakeCrusted Chicken Fingers
Potato Chip Chicken Fingers
Parmesan CheeseCrusted Chicken Fingers
Spaghetti and Meatballs
Sloppy Joes
Macaroni and Cheese
Pizza Bagels
Curly Fries and Tater Tots
Chicken Parmesan
Cocktail Franks with Ball Park Mustard
Cheese Ravioli
Priced according to guest count
Hot Carving Station
Filet Mignon Au Poivre
Choice of Traditional Brandy Cream Sauce or Red Wine DemiGlace
Dried Apricot Stuffed Pork Loin
with Caramelized Dates and Shallots, Port Wine Reduction
Red Wine Marinated London Broil
with Caramelized Onions and Sauteed Mushrooms
Soy Ginger Marinated Flank Steak
GingerGarlic Demi
Standing Rib Roast Au Jus
Horseradish Sauce
Baked HoneyGlazed Spiral Ham
ApricotMustard Glaze
RoastedBrined Breast of Free Range Turkey
MadeiraPan Gravy
Steamed Roumanian Pastrami or Corned Beef
Whole Grain Mustard
Grilled Leg of Lamb
Minted Cucumber Chutney
Roast Suckling Pig
HoneyMaple Glaze
Wok Stir Fry Station
Your Selection of 2:
Comes with Chicken, Pork or Vegetable Fried Rice or Lo Mein:
Pork with Black Bean, Chicken or Beef & Broccoli, Stir Fried Vegetables,
Cashew Chicken or Sesame Beef
Elegantly presented with authentic Oriental fans and umbrellas
served in Chinese Food Containers with Chopsticks.
Tuscan Station
Your Selection of 3:
ParmesanMushroomTruffle Risotto
Cheese Ravioli in Marsala Wine Sauce
EggplantProsciuttoProvolone Roulades with Balsamic Glaze
Tortellini Carbonara with Pancetta, Cream, Egg and ParmigianoReggiano
Mozzarella Caprese with House made Mozzarella, Vine Ripened Tomatoes, Fresh Basil Leaves
and BalsamicRoasted, Red Onions served with Sliced Baquette
Grilled Vegetable Platter with Pesto Drizzle
Bruschetta with Trio of Toppings; Toasted Baguette Rounds with our Chef’s Specialty Spreads;
Olive Tapanade, Eggplant Caponata and our Famous Sundried and Plum Tomato Relish
Vegetable Minestrone Soup
Potato Bar
Puree of Yukon GoldChive Potatoes served in Martini Glass with one of the following toppings:
Roasted Red Pepper and Portabella Mushroom Ragout, Caramelized Shallots & Pancetta, Scallion Crème Fraiche, Truffled Red Wine Sauce, Creamed Spinach or Broccolini with Melted Aged Cheddar Cheese
Plus
Potato Latkes with Fresh Apple sauce
And
Sweet Potato French Fries in paper cone served with OrangeAncho Chili Ketchup
Soup Station
Your Selection of 2:
PotatoLeek, Manhattan or New England Clam Chowder,
Black Bean with Cilantro Crème Fraiche, Gazpacho,
Corn and Crab Chowder*or Lobster Bisque* (add 1.75 per guest)
Served with House made Croutons and Assorted Crackers
Sushi Station*
Our Authentic Sushi Chefs will Handroll a Variety of Creations Right Before Your Eyes.
Inquire for Pricing
Caviar Display
Beluga, Sevruga, Ossetra & American Sturgeon Garnished with Chopped Egg Whites and Yellows, Crème Fraiche, Minced Onion, Lemon and Toast Points
Inquire for Pricing
Seafood Bar
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail plus 3 of the following:
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, Cornmeal Breaded Fijian Calamari with Roasted Garlic Aioli,
Mussels Marseilles (white wine, shallot, tomato, saffron), Steamed or Raw Little Neck Clams
Blue Point Oysters on the Half shell
Served with Lemon Wedges, Cocktail Sauce, Horseradish and Tabasco
Inquire for Pricing
Other Stations
(please inquire)
We customize each event
Pasta, Greek, Oriental, Mexican, Indian, Mediterranean, South Western, Moroccan, Hawaiian, German, Israeli, Cuban, Jamaican, Peking Duck, Ceviche, and Fajita Stations
Dessert Selections
Custom Cake of Your Choice with any Filling and Inscription
Assorted Miniature Italian Pastries or Cookies, Chocolate Mousse, Apple Crisp,
Chocolate Almond Torte, Strawberry Shortcake, Fresh Berry Tart
Tiramisu, Cheescake, Rice Pudding Brulee, Apple Tarte Tatin, Creme Brulee,
Banana Bread with Honey Butter and Sweet Plantain Spread
Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Tea Service
Soft Drinks, Water, Iced Tea or Lemonaide
Dessert Buffets
The Lavish Cake and Torte Display
Decadent Cakes and Tortes including Chocolate Kahlua Cake, Tirimisu, Assorted Fruit Tarts,
Grand Marnier Strawberry Shortcake, Chocolate Hazelnut Torte and Peach Melba
Crepe Station
Crepe Suzette with OrangeButter Sauce, Cherries Jubilee over Lady Fingers and "99 Bananas" Foster over Vanilla Ice Cream; Prepared and Beautifully Presented in Front of your Guests.
A Show Stopper!
Delectable Hot Strudel Bar
Apple Strudel, Pear Strudel with Dried Cranberries and Crumbled Bleu Cheese
and StrawberryApple Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream
Make your Own Sundae Bar Extravaganza
3 Ice Cream Flavors with all the Scrumptious Toppings
The Brulee Tray
Creme Brulee, Rice Pudding Brulee and Cheesecake Brulee Passed Butler Style in Demitasse Cups
International Coffee Bar with Espresso & Cappuccino
Rock Candy Stix, Cinnamon….the Works!
Godiva, Amaretto, Sambuca, Kahlua, Irish Cream**
** Provided by Client