Sample Menus

“Food is the centerpiece of every great affair.”

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

Creating Culinary Magic

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)

Garden Salad Selections

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

Pasta Selections

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

Poultry

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

Seafood Selections

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

Beef

(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

Pork/Lamb/Veal

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

Vegetable Accompaniments

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 !)

Starch Accompaniments

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

Add Ons*

Hot Hors d'oeuvres

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

Cold Butlered Hors D’Oeuvres

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 #)

Watermelon Skewers with Sweet Balsamic Syrup and Fresh Mint

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

Cold Platters

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

Sandwich and Canape Platters

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

Kid's Stuff

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

Stations for AddOns'

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