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Culinary Arts



Innovative Catering Complements Our Northern California Banquet Facilities

Energize your meetings with legendary catering from The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay. Experience superb cuisine with flawless service, which has earned our luxurious California banquet facilities the first distinction awarded along the coast in more than a decade. Extraordinary culinary arts are on display – in every sense – within our versatile Northern California banquet room facilities, which allow attendees to stay refreshed and satisfied from start to finish.


Breakfast

Please note selections are subject to seasonality and change. For full pricing and pricing questions, please contact our Meetings and Special Events team.

The Ritz-Carlton Continental Breakfast

Juices
Selection of Freshly Squeezed Orange and Grapefruit Juice

Cold Selections
Assorted Organic California Flavored Yogurts
Sliced Seasonal Fruit to Include Melon, Pineapple and Watermelon
Selection of Kashi Organic Cereals Served with Whole and Low Fat Milk

Specialty Items
Choose One of the Following:
Mixed Berries and Strawberries
California Citrus Salad with Fresh Mint
Traditional Swiss Bircher Muesli
Wild Berry Parfait: Homemade Granola, Mixed Berries and Vanilla Yogurt
Tropical Fruit Parfait: Papaya, Kiwi, and Mango with Passion Fruit Yogurt and Coconut Crumble

Baker’s Selections
Selection of Multi-Grain, White, and Rye breads to Toast
Served with Sweet Butter and French Marmalades
and
Choose One of the Following:
French Basket: Butter Croissants, Chocolate Croissants and Brioche Loaf
Wine Country Basket: Almond Croissants, Carrot Bran Muffins, Fresh Fruit Danish
Coffee Cake Basket: Banana Nut Bread, Apple Crumble Loaf and Chocolate Vanilla Swirl Cake
American Classic Basket: Cinnamon Rolls, Cheese Danish and Apple Turnover
Downtown Basket: Assorted New York Style Bagels Served with Whipped Cream Cheese

Coffee/Tea
The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Mighty Leaf Teas

Upgrade Your Continental
Additional Amount per person
Speck Ham and Framani Charcuteries
with Cornichons, Mustards,
Sliced Baguette and Fruit Chutney
or
Michel’s Smoked Salmon
with Sliced Tomato, Red Onions and Capers
Served with Bagels and Cream Cheese
or
Selection of Northern California Farm Cheeses
Served with Sliced Baguette, Crackers and Condiments

Continental Breakfast Additions

Chef Stations
Items Must be Ordered in Conjunction with a Continental Breakfast
Chef Required at $250.00 per Chef (2 hours), $75.00/additional half-hour

Omelette and Egg Station
Omelets and Eggs Made to Order and with Your Choice of:

Meats
Apple Wood Smoked Bacon
French Ham

Seafood
Shrimp
Dungeness Crab

Vegetables and Herbs
Roasted Peppers
Wild Mushrooms
Bermuda Onions
Tomatoes
Fresh Herbs

Cheeses
Sharp Cheddar
Monterey Jack

Waffles
Served with Wild Berry Compote, Maple Syrup and Whipped Cream

Griddle Cakes
Choice of Banana, Blueberry and Buttermilk Griddle Cakes
Served with Maple Syrup and Whipped Butter

French Toast
Lemon Poppy Seed Brioche French Toast
Served with Wild Berry Compote, Lemon Curd and Maple Syrup
 
English Muffin Sandwiches
Eggs, Smoked Bacon and Sliced Tomatoes

Egg Croissant Sandwiches
Butter Croissant Filled with Scrambled Eggs, Chives and Monterey Jack Cheese

Classic Quiche
Gruyere Cheese, Onions and Smoked Bacon

California Quiche
Goat Cheese, Artichoke and Roasted Peppers

Morning Burritos
Scrambled Eggs, Poblano Peppers, Onions and Cheddar Cheese Rolled in Tomato Tortilla
Served with Tomato Salsa, Guacamole and Sour Cream
 

The Ritz-Carlton Breakfast Buffet

Juices
Selection of Freshly Squeezed Orange and Grapefruit Juices

Cold Selections
Sliced Seasonal Market Fruits to Include Melon, Pineapple, and Watermelon
Assorted Organic California Yogurts
Selection of Kashi Cereals with Whole, 2% and Skim Milk
Baskets of Homemade Morning Bakeries to Include: Croissants, Muffins, Danish and Brioche Loaf
Selection of Multi-Grain, White, and Rye to Toast Served with Sweet Butter and French Marmalades
New York Style Bagels Served with Cream Cheese
Michel’s Smoked Salmon
Mixed Berries and Strawberries

Egg Selections
Choose One of the Following:
Traditional Scrambled Eggs with Chives
Scrambled Eggs with Wild Mushrooms
Croissant Filled with Scrambled Eggs and Monterey Jack Cheese
Breakfast Burritos, Scrambled Eggs, Poblano Peppers, Onions and Cheddar
Served with Tomato Salsa, Guacamole and Sour Cream
Classic Quiche, Onions, Gruyere Cheese and Smoked Bacon
California Quiche, Goat Cheese, Artichokes and Roasted Peppers
Classic Eggs Benedict, Grilled Canadian Bacon and Hollandaise Sauce
Coastal Eggs Benedict, Dungeness Crab Cake, Lemon Chili Hollandaise

Specialty Selections
Choose One of the Following:
Irish Oatmeal with Brown Sugar and Raisins
Small Buttermilk Griddle Cakes with Maple Syrup and Whipped Butter
Lemon Poppy Seed Brioche French Toast with Wild Berry Compote and Lemon Curd and Maple Syrup
Ricotta Cheese Blintzes with Strawberry Marmalade

Breakfast Meats
Choose Two of the Following:
Apple Wood Smoked Bacon
Sweet Fennel Monterey Sausage
Chicken Apple Sausage
Coteghino Garlic Sausage
Country Style Sausage Patties

Breakfast Potatoes
Choose One of the Following
Traditional Thyme Roasted Breakfast Potatoes
Potatoes with Caramelized Onions and Peppers
Sliced Yukon Potatoes with Artichoke Hearts and Scallions
Hash Brown Potatoes

Coffee/Tea
The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Selection of Mighty Leaf Teas

Brunch

Please note selections are subject to seasonality and change. For full pricing and pricing questions, please contact our Meetings and Special Events team.

California Brunch

Juices
Selection of Freshly Squeezed Orange and Grapefruit Juices

Pastries
Baskets of Homemade Morning Pastries to Include:
Croissants, Danish and Muffins
Rustic Rolls, New York-style Bagels
Sweet Butter, French Marmalades and Cream Cheese

Cold Selections
Sliced Seasonal Market Fruits, Strawberries and Mixed Berries

Local Farm Greens
Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette, Sky Hawk California Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar

Pesto Roasted Vegetable Salad with Fresh Basil and Balsamic

Orzo Pasta, Fresh Mint, Cucumber, Sun-Dried Tomatoes with Pine Nuts and Shrimp

Michel’s Smoked Salmon with Traditional Garniture

Entrée Selections
Traditional Scrambled Eggs with Chives

Apple Wood Smoked Bacon and Chicken Apple Sausage

Classic Eggs Benedict, Grilled Canadian Bacon, Hollandaise Sauce

Pan Seared Beef Filet, Wild Mushroom Sauce

Herb Crusted Chicken Breast, Pepper and Onion Basquaise

Seasonal Market Vegetables Sautéed with Parsley Butter

Thyme Roasted Potatoes

Desserts
Pastry Chef’s Selection of Desserts to Include: Crème Brulee, Fresh Fruit Tart and Chocolate Dessert

Coffee/Tea
The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Selection of Mighty Leaf Teas


The Ritz-Carlton Brunch

Juices 
Selection of Freshly Squeezed Orange and Grapefruit Juices

Pastries
Baskets of Homemade Morning Pastries, Country Rolls, New York-style Bagels, Butter and Preserves

Cold Selections
Chilled Gulf Shrimp and Pacific Coast Oysters on Ice,
Mignonette, Cocktail and Rémoulade Sauces
Michel’s Smoked Salmon With Traditional Garniture and Buttered Black Bread
Local California and Imported Cheese Selection, Dried Fruit and Nuts
Sliced Seasonal Fruit, Strawberries and Mixed Berries
Local Farm Greens
Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette, Sky Hawk California Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar
Marinated Red and Yellow Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella, Basil Oil
Orzo Pasta, Fresh Mint, Cucumber, Sun-Dried Tomatoes with Pine Nuts and Shrimp

Entrée Selections
Omelette and Eggs Station
Chef Required - $250 per Chef (Two Hours), Additional Hours @ $75 per half-hour
Your Choice of Omelettes and Eggs Made to Order to Include: 
Smoked Bacon, French Ham, Shrimp, Dungeness Crab, Roasted Peppers,
Wild Mushrooms, Bermuda Onions, Tomatoes, Cheddar, Monterey Jack Cheese, Fresh Herbs

Ricotta Cheese Blintzes with Strawberry Marmalade
Classic Eggs Benedict, Grilled Canadian Bacon, Hollandaise Sauce
Apple Wood Smoked Bacon, Sweet Fennel Monterey Sausage
Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli with Tomato Fondue, Basil Oil
Whole Roasted Chicken with Rosemary Lemon and Garlic Jus
Herb Crusted Sea Bass, Tomato Butter

Carved to Order
Carver Required - $250.00 per Carver (2 Hours), Additional Hours @ $75.00 per ½ hour
Pepper Crusted New York Sirloin, Cabernet Shallot Demi Glaze and Horseradish Cream

Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Seasonal Market Vegetables Sautéed with Parsley Butter

Desserts
Pastry Chef’s Selection of Desserts to Include:  Crème Brulee, Fresh Fruit Tart and Chocolate Dessert
Mini Pastries, Cookies, and Petit Fours

Coffee/Tea
The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Selection of Mighty Leaf Teas

Lunch

Please note selections are subject to seasonality and change. For full pricing and pricing questions, please contact our Meetings and Special Events team.

Hot Buffets

Harvest
Rustic Rolls with Sweet Butter

Soup
Half Moon Bay Artichoke Bisque with Basil Oil

Salads
Local Farm Greens
Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette, Sky Hawk California Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar

Wild Mushroom and Asparagus Salad with Frisee Lettuce, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Cavatappi Pasta Salad with Pesto Roasted Vegetables

Yellow and Red Tomato Salad with Fresh Basil and Baby Mozzarella

Entrée Selections
Herb Baked Pacific Sea Bass, Tomato Fennel Fondue

Grilled Skirt Steak, Sautéed Swiss Chard, Mushroom Jus

Roasted Garlic Potato Purée

Seasonal Market Vegetables with Sautéed Parsley Butter

Desserts
Pastry Chef’s Selection of Desserts to Include: 
Crème Brulee, Fresh Fruit Tart and Chocolate Cake

The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee
and Selection of Mighty Leaf Tea


Burger Bar

Salad Starters
Wedges of Iceberg Lettuce with Shaved Onions and Blue Cheese Dressing
Traditional Deli Potato Salad with Grain Mustard, Scallions and Smoked Bacon
Classic Cole Slaw
Sliced Watermelon on Ice

Burgers
(Grilled to Order)
Chef Required - $250.00 per Chef (two hours), additional hours at $75.00 per hour
Salmon
KOBE Beef
Chicken
Portobello Mushroom

Buns
Ciabatta Square Rolls
Classic Sesame Buns

Toppings
Bibb Lettuce , Tomatoes, Red Onions, Smoked Bacon,
Cheddar, Gruyere and Blue Cheese
Sautéed Mushrooms, Sliced Avocado, Sliced Jalapenos

Condiments
Pesto Remoulade, Grain Mustard,
Mayonnaise and Ketchup

Sides
Homemade Potato Chips
Onion Rings
Steak Fries

Desserts
Ritz-Carlton Jumbo Cookies and Chocolate Brownies

The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee
and Selection of Mighty Leaf Teas


Coastal
Rustic Rolls with Sweet Butter

Soup
New England Clam Chowder

Salads
Local Farm Greens
Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette, Sky Hawk California Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar

Southwestern Corn and Dungeness Crab Salad with Roasted Peppers and Cilantro

Thai Seafood Salad with Lemon Grass, Chili-Lime Dressing

Fregola Salad, Tomatoes, Roasted Fennel, Olives, Orange-Oregano Vinaigrette


Entrée Selections
Moroccan Shrimp with Pearl Couscous, Zucchini, Tomato and Saffron Jus

Pacific Salmon, White Beans and Roasted Pepper Stew,  Pesto Oil

Rotisserie Style Lemon Rosemary Chicken, Natural Jus

Steamed New Potatoes with Parsley Butter

Seasonal Market Vegetables Sautéed with Parsley Butter

Desserts
Pastry Chef’s Selection of Desserts to Include:
Crème Brulee, Fresh Fruit Tart and Chocolate Cake
 
The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee
and Selection of Mighty Leaf Tea


North Beach
Rustic Rolls and Sweet Butter

Soup
Chick Pea and Zucchini Soup with Garlic Croutons

Salads
Arugula and Treviso Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Fusilli Pasta Salad with Pesto Dressing and Pine nuts

Tuscan Panzanella Salad with Italian Bread, Portobello Mushrooms, Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes

Grilled Asparagus with Olive Orange Gremolata, Prosciutto and Shaved Pecorino

Entrée Selections

Shrimp, Roasted Garlic and Leek Ravioli with Pesto Cream Sauce

Baked Ziti Pasta, Tomato Fondue, Spinach  and Mozzarella

Chicken Cacciatore, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Olives and Oregano

Beef Medallions, Balsamic Jus, Cipollini Onion Ragout


Desserts
Pistachio and Morello Cherry Tart
Fresh Strawberry Cake with Mascarpone Cream
Chocolate Crema with Amaretto
Classic Tiramisu

The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee
and Selection of Mighty Leaf Teas


Tuscan Vineyard
Rustic Rolls and Sweet Butter

Soup
Vegetable and Cannelini Bean Minestrone

Salads
Tomato and Buffalo Mozzarella, Caprese Salad with Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Arugula and Treviso With Balsamic Vinaigrette

Steamed  Artichokes with Olive-Orange Gremolata

Pizzas
Tomato, Mozzarella, Margarita

Grilled Zucchini, Shrimp, Basil Pesto

Monterey Jack, Fennel Sausage, Peppers and Onion

Entrée Selections

Three Cheese Cannelloni Baked with Spinach and Fontina Cream Sauce

Ravioli Bolognese with Arabiatta Sauce

Chicken Piccata with Fried Capers, Lemon and Butter Sauce

Desserts
Classic Tiramisu
Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta with Strawberries
Apple Crostata with Almond Cream
Chocolate Crema with Amaretto and Coffee

The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee
and Selection of  Mighty Leaf Teas


Pacific Rim
Rustic Rolls with Butter

Soup
Chicken Lemongrass and Galangal Coconut Soup

Salads
Tatsoi and Bean Sprout Salad with Cilantro Cumin Vinaigrette

Tofu Salad with Bok Choy, Mushrooms and Snow Peas

Spicy Japanese Eggplant, Sesame and Scallion

Thai Green Papaya Salad with Peanuts, Cilantro and Dry Shrimp


Entrée Selections
Miso Glazed Sea Bass with Shitake Mushrooms and Bean Sprouts

Green Curry Beef with Basil Leaves, Eggplant and Pineapple

Stir-Fry Chicken Noodle Mi Goran

Steamed Jasmine Rice

Desserts
Roasted Pineapple Financiers
Chocolate Passion Tart
Green Tea Pound Cake
Tapioca Pudding with Fresh Mango

The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee
and Selection of  Mighty Leaf Teas

Cold Buffets


Main Street Deli

Salads
Iceberg Lettuce Wedges, Shaved Red Onion, and Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

Creamy Cabbage Coleslaw

Basil, Cucumber, Red Onion and Tomato Salad with Feta Cheese

Traditional Deli Potato Salad

Sandwich Deli Selections
Roast Beef, Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, French Ham, and Italian Sopressata
White Tuna Salad

Cheeses
Cheddar, Pepper Monterey Jack, Gruyere

Accompaniments
Sliced Beefsteak Tomatoes, Lettuce Leaves, Red Onions, Kosher Dill Pickles,
Mayonnaise, Grain Mustard, Pesto Remoulade
Kettle Potato Chips

Breads
Half Baguettes, Kaiser Rolls,
Multi-Grain, and Sourdough Slices

Desserts
Pastry Chef’s Selection of Desserts to Include: 
Crème Brulee, Fresh Fruit Tart and Chocolate Cake

The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee
and Selection of  Mighty Leaf Teas

Soup of the Day at an Additional Amount per person



Foggy Day
Rustic Rolls with Sweet Butter

Salads
Local Farm Greens
Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette, Sky Hawk California Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar

Roasted Red Beets, Parsley Mustard Dressing

Roasted Peppers, Chick Pea Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

Bulgur Wheat Tabbouleh Salad, Cucumbers, Tomato and Mint

Chilled Platters
Herb Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Creole Aioli

Poached Salmon Fillet, Escabeche style

Tandoori Spiced Chicken Breast, Cucumber Yogurt Raita

BBQ Rubbed Pork Loin with Mango, Red Onion and Jicama Relish

Desserts
Pastry Chef’s Selection of Desserts to Include:
Crème Brulee, Fresh Fruit Tart and Chocolate Cake

The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee
and Selection of  Mighty Leaf Teas

Soup of the Day at an Additional Amount per person

Caesar & Wraps

Salad
Classic Caesar Salad
Your choice of Grilled Chicken or Pesto Shrimp

Wraps
Taqueria:  Fajita Style Steak, Spanish Rice, Avocado and Chipotle Mayonnaise in
Tomato Tortilla, Tomato Salsa

Tandori: Chicken Breast, Tomato Cucumber Salad, Cilantro and Lemon Dressing, Yogurt Raita Sauce

Asian:  Red Curry Shrimp, Egg Noodle, and Stir-fried Vegetables

Mediterranean:  Oven Roasted Vegetables, Hummus and Feta Cheese in Spinach Tortilla

Desserts
Pastry Chef’s Selection of Desserts to Include: 
Crème Brulee, Fresh Fruit Tart and Chocolate Cake

The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee
and Selection of  Mighty Leaf Teas

Soup Of The Day at an Additional Amount per person


Soup and Sandwiches

Soups
Roasted Tomato Soup with Basil
Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

Salads
Local Farm Greens
Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette, Sky Hawk California Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar

Yellow Bean Salad with Roasted Shitake Mushrooms and Sun-dried Cherries

Marinated Artichoke Salad
With Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Red Onions

Individual Sandwiches

Cold Selections
Mediterranean Wrap with Hummus, Roasted Vegetables, and Fresh Mozzarella

Brioche Roll with Shrimp Salad, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato and Louie Dressing

Ciabatta Bread with Chicken Breast, Artichoke Spread, Speck Ham and Arugula

Warm Selections
Open French Baguette with Grilled Skirt Steak, Caramelized Onions, Provolone Cheese

Croque Monsieur: Ham and Melted Swiss Cheese on Brioche Toast

Desserts
Pastry Chef’s Selection of Desserts to Include:
Crème Brulee, Fresh Fruit Tart and Chocolate Cake

The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee
and Selection of  Mighty Leaf Teas


Plated Lunches

Menu Options
Entrée prices for lunch are based on a three-course menu.  For a four-course menu, please add $18.00 per person

Pre-Selected Choice of Entrée: A pre-selected choice of three entrées is available (excluding Duet Entrées). Your entrée selections must be communicated to your Meetings & Special Events Manager seven (7) business days prior to your event.  All entrées will include Chef’s choice of same starch and vegetable. Additionally, a $10.00 per person surcharge will be added. Place cards denoting the entrée selection are required for a fee of $2.50 each.
 


Plated Lunches
Selection of Rustic Rolls and Sweet Butter

Starters

Soups
Artichoke Bisque with Truffle Whipped Cream

Clam Chowder, Herb Garlic Croutons

Salads
Classic Caesar Salad, Garlic Croutons and Shaved Parmesan

Local Farm Greens, Spiced Walnuts and Balsamic Vinaigrette

Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad with Harley Farms Monet Goat Cheese

Appetizers
Crab Salad with Melon and Mango Ginger Cream

Shrimp and Smoked Tomato Risotto

Entrees
Herb Tagliatelle with Grilled Chicken Breast, Roasted Tomatoes, Broccolini and Oysters

Local Sea Bass, Artichokes, Smoked Bacon, Butter Beans and Carrot Broth

Almond Crusted Chicken Breast, Spinach, Polenta Cake and Basil Jus

Beef Tenderloin, Haricot Vert, Garlic Potato Puree and Mushroom Jus

Duet Entrees
(Not available for Pre-Selected Choice of Entrée)
Chicken Breast Filled with Ricotta and Spinach, Ratatouille Jus and Pesto Grilled Prawns, Mango Relish, Garlic Potato Puree
Beef Tenderloin with Wild Mushroom Jus and Herb Baked Sea Bass with Orange Butter, Rosemary Mashed Potatoes

Vegetarian Entrees
Parsley Risotto with Yellow and Red Marinated Tomatoes
Grilled Vegetable Strudel, Carrot Cumin Jus

Desserts
Vanilla Crème Brulee, Lemon Madeleines
Coffee Mousse Dome, Cocoa Caramel Sauce
Tropical Fruit Gazpacho, Mango Vanilla Sorbet
Strawberry Shortcake: Strawberry Brochette, Vanilla Mousseline, Classic Poundcake
Chocolate Carmel Ganache, Earl Grey Tea Crème Caramel Gelee

The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Selection of Mighty Leaf Teas 


Boxed Lunches
Please chose (3) selections

Veggie Ciabatta
Roasted Portobello Mushroom and Peppers, Provolone Cheese and Olive Tapenade on Ciabatta

Veggie Focaccia
Beefsteak Tomato, Mozzarella, Arugula and Pesto on Focaccia

Club Wrap
Smoked Turkey, Bibb Lettuce, Avocado, Bacon and Tomato Wrapped in Lavosh with Herb Mayonnaise

Thai Chicken
Chili Marinated Chicken, Stir Fried Vegetables, in Lavosh Wrap

Roast Beef Baguette
Herb Roast Beef on Sourdough Baguette, Brie and Caramelized Onion, Grain Mustard and Watercress

Italian Muffaletta
Sliced Soprassatta Ham, Coppa, Prosciuto, Provolone Cheese, Caper and Olive Spread, Romaine and Shaved Onions

Accompaniments
Please select one from each category.  Choices must be the same for all boxed .

Salads
Pasta Salad, Classic Potato Salad, Roasted Vegetable Salad, Small Green Salad with Vinaigrette

Snacks
Kettle Potato Chips, Sun Chips, Tortilla Chips, California Trail Mix, Luna or Cliff Bar

Fruits
Washington Red Apple, Banana, Grape Clusters, Fresh Fruit Salad

Desserts
Chocolate Chip Cookie, Chocolate Brownie, Lemon Bar, Peanut Butter Chocolate Pie

Coffee Break

Please note selections are subject to seasonality and change. For full pricing and pricing questions, please contact our Meetings and Special Events team.

Break Selections
Minimum Order of One Dozen Required.

The Ritz-Carlton Jumbo Cookies
Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Cherry, Double Chocolate, Peanut Butter and White Chocolate Macadamia Nut

Homemade Coffee Cakes
Banana Nut Bread, Apple Crumble Loaf and Chocolate Vanilla Swirl Cake

Brownies and Blondies
Double Chocolate Brownies and Caramel Pecan Blondies

French Macaroons
5 Flavors of Assorted Macaroons

Cheese Cake Squares
Vanilla Cheese Cake Squares with Fresh Fruit Garnish

Cupcakes
Assorted Mini Cupcakes
Lemon with Vanilla Frosting, Dark Chocolate with Chocolate Shavings,
Toasted Coconut with Cream Cheese Frosting

Biscotti
Assorted Homemade Biscotti
Chocolate Cherry, White Chocolate Pistachio, Hazelnut Amaretto

Chocoholic
Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies, Chocolate Macaroons, Chocolate Cupcakes
Served with Chilled Milk

California Citrus
Key Lime Pie with Meringue, Lemon Bars, Orange Confit Pound Cake

Homemade Granola Bars
Homemade Granola Bars with Raspberry Filling

Dipped Strawberries
Dark Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

Fruit Brochettes
Individual Mini Skewers of Pineapple, Strawberries, Melons and Papaya
Served with Raspberry Coulis and Lemon Honey Yogurt

Market Fruits
Bowls of Diced Melon, Watermelon, Pineapple, Kiwi
Mixed Berries and Strawberries

Whole Fruits
Bananas, Apples, Grapes, and Seasonal Fruit

Chair Massage
$150.00 per Chair Masseuse for 30 minutes

Ice Cream
Chocolate Ice Cream Bars
Haagen-Dazs Chocolate Bars
Chocolate, Dark Chocolate, Vanilla Almond, Coffee Almond, Vanilla and Dark Chocolate

Ciao Bella Ice Cream Cups
Lemon, Mango and Raspberry Sorbets
Vanilla, Chocolate and Hazelnut Ice Creams

Ice Cream Sundae
Attendant Required @ $75.00per Attendant per hour (Minimum ½ Hour)
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Served with Hot Fudge, Caramel Sauce, Raspberry Sauce, Berries, Caramelized Hazelnuts,
Whipped Cream, Cherries and Chocolate Shavings

Candy
Chocolate and Peanut M&Ms, Snickers, Butterfinger and Kit Kat Bars,
Individual Bags of Gummy Bears and Jelly Belly Jelly Beans

Flavored Popcorn
Caramel, Cheddar Cheese and Buttered

Homemade Tortilla Chips
Tri-Color Chips Served With Tomato Salsa Fresca, Mango Jalapeno Salsa and Guacamole

Dry Snacks
Kettle Potato Chips, Pretzels and Chex Mix

Finger Sandwiches
Cucumber Herb Cheese on Wheat Bread
Truffle Chicken Salad on Brioche
Roast Beef and Horseradish Cream on Baguette
French Ham and Gruyere Cheese on Sourdough

Warm Mini Paninis
French Ham and Provolone
Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil Pesto
(For groups of less than 40 guests, Panini can be made to order.  Chef fees will apply)

Fireball Hot Wings
Celery and Carrot Sticks
Served with Blue Cheese Crème Fraiche

Jumbo Soft Pretzels
Served with Assorted Mustards and Warm Cheese Sauce

Asiago Cheese Stix
 (1 Bowl Servers 5 Guest)

Ritz-Carlton Mixed Nuts
 (1 Bowl Servers 5 Guest)

Energy Bars
Lemon Zest and Toasted Nut N’ Cranberry Luna Bars,
Apricot and Chocolate Chip Cliff Bars and
Kashi Granola Bars

Granola Bites
Assorted Flavors of Locally Made Meteorbites

Charcuterie Board
Speck Ham, Sopressatta, Cacciatore, and Coppa
With Pickles, Mustards and Fruit Chutney
French Baguette

Cheese Board
Selection of Northern California Farm Cheeses
Served with French Baguette, Lavosh Crackers and Condiments

Mediterranean Dips
Toasted Pita Bread, Garlic Crostinis, Spicy Lavosh, and Olive Bread Sticks
Served with Chick Pea Hummus, Kalamata Olive Tapenade, Cucumber and Mint Riatta, Eggplant, Curry Baba Ganoush

Refreshment Selections

Assorted Juices
Orange, Grapefruit, and Cranberry

Naked Juices
Super Food: Gold Machine and Green Machine        
Antioxidants: Mighty Mango and Berry Blast
Energy: Cherry Pomegranate Power       
Bare Breeze: Watermelon Chill

Water Bar
Fiji, Calistoga Sparkling, Voss, Pelligrino

Metro Mint Waters
Orange, Lemon, Peppermint, Spearmint

Vitamin Waters
Balance, Energy, Charge, XXX, Defense, B Relaxed

French Lemonades
Pink Lemonade, Lemonade and Orangeade

Republic Of Teas – Iced Teas
Pomegranate Green Tea, Ginger Peach, Mango Ceylon, Blackberry Sage

Energy Drinks
Selection of Red Bull, Rock Star and Starbuck’s Shot

Sodas
Coke, Diet Coke and Sprite

Vignette Wine Country Sodas
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Rose

Peet’s Coffee Espresso Bar
Espresso, Cappuccino, Café Latte with Flavored Syrups, Jars of Homemade Biscotti and Amaretto Cookies
$18.00 per person

Coffee & Tea Service
The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Selection of Mighty Leaf Teas

Cider
Hot Spiced Apple Cider

Hot Chocolate
Vahlrona Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream and Chocolate Shavings

Dinner

Please note selections are subject to seasonality and change. For full pricing and pricing questions, please contact our Meetings and Special Events team.

Plated Dinners
Selection of Rustic Rolls and Sweet Butter

Starters

Soups
Sweet Corn Bisque with Dungeness Crab, Lemon Crostini
Roasted Tomato Bisque with Mini Herb Ravioli and Basil Oil
Asparagus Soup with Crème Fraiche and Crispy Parma Ham
Half Moon Bay Artichoke Bisque with Goat Cheese Flan
Chicken, Coconut Lemongrass Soup, Shitake Wontons
White Bean, Vegetable and Shrimp Minestrone, Basil Pesto Crostini
Lobster Soup En Croûte
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Hazelnut Cream

Salads
Local Farms Lettuces, Radishes, Baby Tomatoes, Aged Sherry Vinaigrette
Belgian Endive, Red Oak and Watercress Salad with Cabernet Poached Pear,
and Point Reyes Blue Cheese Crostini, Port Wine Vinaigrette
Roasted Daylight Farms Gold and Red Beets with Baby Greens, Orange Honey Vinaigrette
Classic Heart of Romaine Caesar, Garlic Croutons and Shaved Parmesan
Yellow and Red Tomatoes and Harley Farms Herb Goat Cheese Stack, Arugula and Frisée
Balsamic Reduction and Parsley Vinaigrette
Bibb Lettuce With Baby Tomatoes, Wild Mushroom Tapenade, Grain Mustard Vinaigrette, Parmesan Crisp

Cold Appetizers
Maine Lobster with Haricot Vert, Mache Leaves and Caviar Cream
Dungeness Crab With Mango and Melon, Ginger Cream
Citrus Poached Shrimp with Grilled Jumbo Asparagus, Mango Tarragon Rémoulade
Sonoma Foie Gras Au Torchon, Riesling Gelee and Apple Onion Compote
Harley Farms Goat Cheese and Artichoke Terrine, Tomato Jam, Crostini and Arugula Oil

Hot Appetizers
Pan Seared Sea Scallops, Crisp Polenta Cake, Tomato Basil Jus
Fresh Herb Risotto with Artichokes and Tomato Ragout
Dungeness Crab Cake, Corn Cream and Smoked Bacon
Wild Mushroom Potato Gnocchi, Spinach, and Shaved Parmesan Cheese
Open-Faced Lobster Ravioli with Broccolini, Lobster Orange Sauce
Honey Glazed Duck Breast, Quinoa Pilaf, Dry Cherries, Honey Vinegar Jus
 
Plated Seafood Entrees

Grilled Pacific Salmon Filet
Potato Gnocchi, Asparagus
Wild Mushroom Jus

Herb Crusted Chilean Sea Bass
Butter Beans, Half Moon Bay Artichokes, Roasted Tomatoes
Herb Jus

Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut
(Seasonal April to October)
Braised Yukon Potato, Fennel Onion Confit
Bouillabaisse Sauce, Garlic Croutons

Pancetta Wrapped Black Cod
Leek Fondue, Clam Chowder Sauce

Butter Poached Maine Lobster
Garlic Potato Puree
Lobster Sauce and Corn Scallion Relish

Plated Poultry Entrees

Almond Pesto Crusted Free Range Chicken Breast
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Garlic Chicken Jus

Chicken Breast Filled with Chorizo and Manchego Cheese
Red Pepper Coulis
Saffron Rice Pilaf

Slow Roasted Sonoma Farms Guinea Hen
Sweet Potato Mash
Grapes and Walnut Jus

Plated Vegetarian Entrees

Mushrooms and Ricotta Cheese Cannelloni, Swiss Chard, Roasted Tomato Cream
Parsley Risotto with Yellow and Red Marinated Tomatoes
Grilled Vegetable Strudel, Carrot Cumin Jus
Mediterranean Vegetable Cake with Pesto Jus
Pastry Bouchee Filled With Vegetable Succotash, White Wine Sauce

Plated Meat Entrees

Whole Roasted Beef Tenderloin Au Poivre
Yukon Gold Potato Gratin
Shallot Confit
Green Peppercorn Sauce

Point Reyes Blue Cheese Crusted Filet of Beef
Potato Puree
Caramelized Apple and Onion
Merlot Reduction

Cabernet Braised Beef Short Ribs
Rosemary Potato Puree
Baby Spinach
Cabernet Sauce

Roasted Sonoma Rack of Lamb
Basil Polenta
Tomato Eggplant Caponata
Garlic Lamb Jus

Slow Roasted Niman Ranch Veal Rack
Parmesan Risotto Cake
Braised Swiss Chard
Wild Mushrooms Madeira Jus

Plated Duet Entrees
Our Duet Entrees are prepared with Beef Tenderloin as the Meat Option.
Other meats would also pair well with our selections. (Prices will vary)
Duet Entrées are not available for Choice of Entrée and Tableside Service

Beef and Lobster
Whole Roasted Beef Filet with Merlot Reduction
and
Butter Poached Maine Lobster with Lobster Cream

Beef and Shrimp
Chili Dusted Beef Filet with Chipotle Red Wine Sauce
and
Garlic Roasted Prawns, Mango Cilantro Relish

Beef and Sea Bass
Whole Roasted Beef Filet, Grain Mustard Sauce
and
Herb Crusted Sea Bass with Basquaise Tomato Jus

Beef and Dungeness Crab
Whole Roasted Beef Filet with Wild Mushroom Ragout
and
Dungeness Crab Cake, Lemon Beurre Blanc
 
Plated Desserts
Salted Caramel Chocolate Ganache, Caramel Crème and Chocolate Sorbet
Vanilla Crème Brulee, Lemon Madeleines
Mocha Mousse Dome, Coffee-Bourbon Ice Cream
Olive Oil Cake, Cream Cheese Mousse and Strawberry Sorbet
Molten Chocolate Cake, Cocoa Nib Croquant and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Mango Gelee, Vanilla Cream, Soft Meringue and Lime
Seasonal Fruit Crisp, Oatmeal Topping, Vanilla Ice Cream

Dessert Upgrades
Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate
Mini Molten Cake
Milk Chocolate Cream with Praline Crunch
Chocolate Parfait

Dessert Symphony
Pastry Chef’s Tasting of Three Signature Desserts of the Season

After Dinner Sweets
Homemade Petit Fours, Pâtés de Fruits, Chocolate Candies,
Chocolate Covered Strawberries and Macaroons

Dessert Table Buffet
Pastry Chef’s Presentation of Miniature Desserts, French Pastries, Crème Brulee, Chocolates,
Truffles and Petit Fours

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Dessert Action Stations
Chef required at $250.00 per Chef (2 hours), $75.00/additional half-hour

Bananas Foster
Sautéed Banana Caramelized With Brown Sugar and Dark Rum
Served Over Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and Chantilly Cream
One Hour - $20.00 Additional per person
Two Hour - $30.00 Additional per person

Orange Crêpes Suzette
Orange Crêpes, Flambéed With Grand Marnier and Orange Syrup
Served With Vanilla Ice Cream
One Hour - $20.00 Additional per person
Two Hour - $30.00 Additional per person

Frozen Lollipops
Selection of three Lollipops, Chocolate Dipped by Our Chef With Assorted Toppings:
Coconut Sorbet With Milk Chocolate
Raspberry Sorbet With White Chocolate
Mango Sorbet With Dark Chocolate
One Hour - $20.00 Additional per person
Two Hour - $30.00 Additional per person

S’mores
Outdoor S’mores Station to Include:
Ghiradelli Chocolate Squares, Marshmallows and Graham Crackers
$24.00 per person
 
Plated Selections

Californiatapas
This is a three-course plated dinner.  Each guest will be served a tapas-sized
portion of each item at the same time for each course
Rustic Rolls and Sweet Butter

Appetizer 
Harley Farms Goat Cheese Terrine and Yellow Beets, Balsamic Syrup
Dungeness Crab With Melon
Seared Ahi Tuna with Sesame Seaweed
Sonoma Foie Gras, Frisee, Grapes, Apple and Salad

Entrée 
Wild Mushroom Risotto, Truffle Oil
Seared Jumbo Sea Scallops, Piperade Sauce
Cabernet Braised Beef Short Ribs, Potato Puree
Roasted Sonoma Rack of Lamb, Fennel Confit, Garlic Jus

Dessert 
Mango Gelee with Soft Meringue
Olive Oil Cake with Strawberry Sorbet
Chocolate Pot de Crème
Crème Brulee

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The Winemaker Dinner
A tasting tour of local products served as a
Six-course dinner.  Regional wine selected by our Sommelier will be paired with each course.
Rustic Rolls and Sweet Butter

Riesling & Crab
Dungeness Crab Salad with Mango and Melon, Ginger Cream


Chardonnay & Fish
Halibut Filet, Leek Fondue, Smoked Bacon Emulsion

Pinot Noir & Mushrooms
Wild Mushrooms with Potato Gnocchi, Truffle Sauce

Cabernet & Beef
Beef Tenderloin and Braised Short Ribs Cannelloni, Sauce Vin Rouge

Port & Cheese
Artisan Cheese Tasting with Condiments
Walnut Raisin Bread

Late Harvest & Chocolate
Salted Caramel Ganache, Caramel Cream, Chocolate Sorbet

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and Selection of Mighty Leaf Teas

Price does not include wine pairings. Wine pairing prices start at $55.00 per person

Family-Style Wine Country Dinner 
Menu consists of a three course dinner presented on serving platters for guests to share family-style.
Rustic Rolls and Sweet Butter

Pre-set Appetizers
Vine Ripened Tomato and Fresh Buratta with Arugula and Frisee Salad, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Fregola Salad with Roasted Wild Mushrooms, and Spiced Almonds
Caramelized Onion and Olive Tart
Local Charcuterie and Homemade Terrine with Cornishon, and Mendocino Mustards
Pepper Crusted Ahi Tuna, Eggplant Caponata, Basil Oil

Entrees
For parties under 25 guests, please choose 3 selections from the entrée course.

Cinnamon Roasted Pheasant Breast Over Local Swiss Chard, Garlic Jus
Braised Short Ribs, Cabernet Sauce with Fried Shallots
Baked Sea Bass with White Bean Ragout and Braised Fennel
Roasted Garlic Potato Puree
Olive Oil Roasted Artichokes and Zucchini with Tomato Confit

Desserts
Ricotta Panna Cotta with Fresh Berries
Red Wine Chocolate Cake, Caramelized Walnuts
Hazelnut-Cherry Financiers
Blueberry Sable Tart

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and Selection of Mighty Leaf Teas


Dinner Buffet Selections

Wine Country Roads
Rustic Rolls, Olive Bread and Sweet Butter

Cold Selections
Local Farm Lettuces
Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette, Sky Hawk California Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar
Jumbo Asparagus, Orange Rémoulade
Heirloom Tomatoes, Napa Olives and Marinated Baby Mozzarella
Steamed Castroville Artichokes, Garlic Aioli
Charcuterie Board with Duck Terrine and Condiments
California Farms Artisan Cheese Selection with Condiments

Entrée Selections
For parties under 25 guests, please choose 3 selections from the entrée course.

Portabella Mushroom Tortellini with Wild Mushrooms, Spinach and Parmesan Cream
Rotisserie Style Lemon Rosemary Chicken, Natural Jus
Pacific Coast Halibut, White Beans, Artichokes and Tomato Stew
Grilled Duck and Fig Sausage with Caramelized Onions, Duck Jus
Pepper Crusted New York Strip, Violet Mustard Jus Carved to Order
Carver required at $250.00 per Carver (2 hours), $75.00/additional half-hour

Accompaniments
Yukon Gold Potato Gratin
Braised Tomato, Zucchini and Squash Bayaldi

Desserts
Lemon Tarts
Strawberry Sable Breton
Pistachio Pear Tarts
Chocolate Mousse with Brandied Cherries
Vanilla Tropezienne Tarts

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and selection of Mighty Leaf Teas

Princeton Harbor Grill
Rustic Rolls and Sweet Butter

Soup
Creamy Clam Chowder
Spicy Seafood Cioppino with Clams, Mussels, Calamari, and Scallops

Cold Selections
Jumbo Shrimp, Snow Crab and Pacific Coast Oysters Displayed On Ice
With Mango Mustard and Cocktail Sauces, and Mignonette

Corn Salad with Roasted Peppers
Romaine Hearts with Blue Cheese Dressing and Spicy Walnuts
Seafood Ceviche with Cilantro, Lime and Chili
Sesame Crusted Seared Tuna, Seaweed Salad, Ginger Soy Dressing

Grilled To Order
For parties under 25 guests, please choose 3 selections from the entrée course.
Chef required at $250.00 per Chef (2 hours), $75.00/additional half-hour

Pesto Lobster Tails with Mango and Cilantro Salsa
Salmon Steaks, Tomato Chutney
Beef Skewers, Chimichuri Sauce
Indian Spice Chicken Skewers, Cucumber Riata
Mahi Mahi Filet, Pineapple Ginger Chutney

Accompaniments
Paella-Style Saffron Rice with Peppers and Onions
Steamed Sweet Corn on the Cob

Desserts
Warm Ollalieberry Crisp
Cheesecake with Fresh Fruit
Chocolate Fudge Cake
Vanilla Bean Rice Pudding
Chantilly Cream Puffs
Chocolate Caramel Hazelnut Fudge Cake

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and Selection of Mighty Leaf Teas


Mavericks Barbeque
Rustic Rolls and Sweet Butter

Cold Selections
Yellow and Red Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onions, and Basil Salad
Fingerling Potato Salad with Chorizo, Scallions, Grain Mustard
Slices of Watermelon
Wedges of Crisp Iceberg, Shaved Onions and Crumbled Blue Cheese, Buttermilk Dressing

From The Grill
For parties under 25 guests, please choose 3 selections from the entrée course.
Chef required at $250.00 per Chef (2 hours), $75.00/additional half-hour

Baby Back Ribs with Chipotle Barbeque Sauce
Prime New York Steak, Bearnaise Sauce
Jumbo Prawn Skewers with Fennel and Lemon
Ahi Tuna Steaks, Orange Gremolata
Chimichuri Marinated Chicken Breast

Accompaniments
Baked Yukon Gold Potatoes
With Sour Cream, Chives, Cheddar and Bacon

Harvest Grilled Vegetables Sautéed with Parsley Butter

Desserts
Lemon Meringue Tart
Caramel Pound Cake with Brown Sugar Apples
Classic Cheesecake with Fresh Berries
Pecan Pie
Cinnamon Brioche Bread Pudding
The Ritz-Carlton’s Finest Blend of Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee
and Selection of Mighty Leaf Teas

 
A Taste of The Mediterranean
Rustic Rolls and Sweet Butter

Soup
Bouillabaisse with Garlic Croutons

Antipasti and Salads
Pita Bread with Chick Pea Hummus, Cucumber Mint Riata, Eggplant Babaganoush, Calamata Olive Tapenade
Seranno Ham with Melon Salad
Baby Spinach and Frisee Salad with Croutons, Chopped Eggs and Bacon, Sherry Vinaigrette
Roasted Tomato Tart with Pesto Oil
Calamari Salad, Lemon, Chilies and Fennel
Spanish Frittata with Potato, Onions and Peppers, Basil Pepper Vinaigrette

Action Stations
For parties under 25 guests, please choose three selections from the entrée course.
Chef/Carver required at $250.00 Each (Minimum two Hours), $75.00/hour (Additional Hours per 75 Guests)

Artichoke Risotto with Tomato and Basil Relish
Black Pepper Parpadelle with Duck Confit and Porcini Jus
Rack of Lamb Provencale, Thyme Garlic Jus Carved To Order
Roasted Cote de Boeuf with Pequillo Pepper Relish and Red Wine Jus Carved To Order

Specialties
Braised Veal Osso Bucco with Orange Zest Sauce
Tagine of Chicken with Pear, Honey and Cinnamon
Monk Fish and Shrimp Stew with White Beans, Clams, Chorizo, Peppers and Fennel
Basil, Squash and Eggplant Ratatouille
 Saffron Basmati Rice

Desserts
Caramel Chocolate Cake
Vanilla Tropezienne Tart
Valencia Orange Flan
Olive Oil Cake with Strawberries
Tunisien Baklavas

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and Selection of Might Leaf Teas


A  Tour of California’s Coast
All Hot Food Stations require a Chef at $250.00 per Chef (1.5 hours), $75.00/additional half-hour
A minimum of 100 people required.

The Coast

Cold Selections
Jumbo Prawns, Snow Crab Claws, Pacific Coast Oysters and Clams Displayed on Ice
Served with Classic Cocktail Sauce, Mango Mustard Sauce, Mignonette
Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna with Sea Weed Salad and Ginger Garlic Dipping Sauce

Hot Selections
Monterey Bay Calamari Sautéed with Garlic Butter and Herbs
San Francisco Bay Clam Chowder with Sourdough Bread


The Wine Country

Cold Selections
Artisan Cheese Selections from Harley Farms, Redwood Hill Farms,
Pointe Reyes, Cypress Grove Dairy and Cow Girl Creamery
Served with Condiments and Rustic Breads and Sliced Baguette

Hot Selections
Soft Polenta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Rosemary
Carved Sonoma Rack of Lamb with Olive Sauce and Red Wine Mustards

The Border

Cold Selections
Homemade Tortilla Chips with Guacamole and Salsas
Salsas to Include:
Fire Roasted Tomato Salsa and Mango Chipotle Salsa
 Poblano Pepper and Tomatillo Salsa

Seafood Ceviche with Lime, Jalapenos and Citrus

Hot Selections
Three Cheese and Poblano Pepper Quesadillas with Traditional Condiments

Carved Chipotle Rubbed Flank Steak, Chimi Churi Sauce, Warm Tortillas


The Central Valley

Cold Selections
Local Farms Greens
With Lemon Thyme Vinaigrettes Sky Hawk California Olive Oils and Vinegars
Dirty Girl Farms Green Bean Salad with Tomatoes
Steamed Castroville Artichokes with Garlic Aioli
Chilled Central Coast Avocado Soup With Basil Oil
Daylight Farms Gold and Red Beets with Parsley Mustard Dressing

Hot Selections
Potato Martinis
Roasted Garlic Potato Puree
With Crispy Pancetta, Scallions, Chipotle Cheddar, Sour Cream


The Chocolate City

Cold Selections
Chocolate Entremets with Caramel Center
White Chocolate Lime Tart
Chocolate Rum Pot de Crème with Caramel Gelee
Milk Chocolate Quenelle with Spicy Chocolate Crumble
Chocolate Coffee Opera Cake
Devil’s Food Cake with White Chocolate Chantilly
White Chocolate Yogurt with Raspberry Crumble
Chocolate Pot de Crème
Chocolate Candies

Hot Selections
Guittard Hot Chocolate
Marshmallows, Whipped Cream, Chocolate Shavings

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Reception

Please note selections are subject to seasonality and change. For full pricing and pricing questions, please contact our Meetings and Special Events team.

Cold Display

California Antipasto
Sky Hawk California Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar
Tomato and Basil Focaccia
Olive Bread Sticks with Olive Tapenade
Steamed Half Moon Bay Artichokes with Garlic Aioli
 Roasted Yellow and Red Toy Box Peppers
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Romaine Spears, Parmesan Garlic Dressing

Charcuterie Sampler
Selection of San Francisco Charcuterie to Include:
Speck Ham, Sopressatta, Crespone Salami, Spicy Coppa and Duck Terrine
Served With Condiments and Sliced French Baguette

Cheese Sampler
Selection of Imported and Northern California Farm Cheeses
Dried Fruit Compote
Quince Paste
Honey Walnuts
Flat Bread Crackers, French Baguette

Veggies & Chips

Local Harvest Vegetables to Include:
Asparagus, Belgian Endive, Celery, Carrots, Tear Drop Tomatoes, Cucumber,
Romaine Spears, California Olives
Spicy Lavosh, Crostini, Olive Bread Sticks and Toasted Pita Bread
Served with
Piquillo Pepper Aioli
Blue Cheese and Sour Cream Dip
Cucumber and Yogurt Tzatziki

Seafood Displays

Raw Bar
All Raw Bar Selections Will be Served with
Classic Cocktail Sauce, Mango Mustard Sauce, Red Wine Mignonette

Jumbo Gulf Shrimp
Snow Crab Claws
Split Alaskan King Crab Legs
Bodega Bay Miyagi Oysters on the Half Shell

Caviar
California Sturgeon, Salmon Roe and Golden Caviar
Served with Traditional Garniture, Warm Blinis and Toast Points

Sushi
Minimum (50) Pieces
Assorted Sushi to Include: Tuna, Salmon, Smoked Eel, Yellow Tail, Shrimp
California Rolls, Cucumber Rolls and Spicy Tuna Rolls
Pickled Ginger, Wasabi and Soy Sauce

Our Sushi Chef is available for made-to-order Sushi
Chef fee $350.00 per hour (minimum 2 hours)

Cold Hors D’oeuvres

Forks
Michel’s Smoked Salmon and Spinach Lavosh Rolls

Date With Cambozola Blue Cheese and Duck Prosciutto

Lobster, Mango and Arugula, Chili Mayonnaise

Pont l’ Eveque Cheese, Grapes and Candied Walnuts

Potato, Chorizo and Artichokes, Romesco Sauce

Baby Tomatoes, Nicoise Olives, Fresh Basil and Mozzarella

Black Pepper Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Horseradish Cream


Spoons
Tuna Tartar, Avocado Cream, Wasabi Tobiko, Crisp Wonton

Cauliflower Panna Cotta, Lobster Relish, Paprika Oil

Red Beet Tartare With Orange Basil Gelee, Micro Greens


Crostini
Truffle Chicken Salad, Micro Celery

Sonoma Duck Foie Gras with Date Puree

Basil Pesto and Tomato Bruschetta

Goat Cheese, Sun-Dried Cherries

Prosciutto, Pear and Arugula


Soup Shots
Tomato, Basil

Lobster Gazpacho


Hot Hors D’oeuvres

Vegetarian
Corn and Scallion Cakes, Chipotle Remoulade

Goat Cheese, Artichoke and Kalamata Olive Tart

Crispy Wild Mushroom Bouchee

Creamed Spinach and Parmesan Tart 

Buffalo Mozzarella Fritter with Tomato Coulis


Meat
Thai Chicken Kabob With Peanut Sauce

Chicken and Chipotle Cheddar Beignet

Miniature Beef Wellington

Indian Spice Lamb Kabob, Cucumber Yogurt Raita

 Toasted Ravioli with Italian Sausage

Mini Kobe Beef Sliders with Cheddar Cheese


Seafood
Crab, Chorizo and Cheddar Potato Skins
 
Dungeness Crab Croquettes, Sauce Tartar

Coconut Shrimp, Orange Horseradish Dipping Sauce

Lobster Flautas, Lime, Jalapeño Sour Cream

Thai Shrimp, Lemon Grass Lollipop, Sweet Chili Sauce


Soup Shots
Lobster Bisque with Orange Whipped Cream

Carving Stations
Carver required at $250.00 per Carver (1.5 hours), $75.00/additional half-hour

Ahi Tuna
Blackened Pacific Tuna Loin, Cilantro Mango Salsa
One Hour - $28.00 per person
Two Hour - $42.00 per person

Turkey
Herb Crusted Turkey Breast, Mustard Sage Jus, Brioche Rolls
One Hour - $22.00 per person
Two Hour - $33.00 per person

Peking Duck
Hong Kong-Style Duck Served with Plum Ginger Sauce, Sliced Cucumber and Leeks
and Warm Chinese Steamed Buns
One Hour - $28.00 per person
Two Hour - $42.00 per person

Carne Asada
Chili Rubbed Charred Flank Steak, Tomato Salsa, Guacamole and Sour Cream
Warm Flour Tortilla
One Hour - $25.00 per person
Two Hour - $37.00 per person

Beef Tenderloin
Herb Roasted Beef Tenderloin, Horseradish Cream and Flavored Mustards,
Peppercorn Sauce, Brioche Rolls
One Hour - $32.00 per person
Two Hour - $48.00 per person

Rack of Lamb
Lavender Honey Glazed Rack of Lamb, Lamb Jus
One Hour - $29.00 per person
Two Hour - $34.00 per person

Pork Tenderloin
Cilantro Lime Roasted Niman Ranch Pork Tenderloin, Pineapple Jalapeno Salsa
and Spicy BBQ Sauce, Corn Biscuits
One Hour - $23.00 per person
Two Hour - $34.00 per person

New York Strip Loin
Pepper Crusted Prime Beef Strip Loin, Smoked Bacon Onion Compote
Served with flavored Mendocino Mustards, Brioche Rolls
One Hour - $30.00 per person
Two Hour - $45.00 per person

Gourmet California Sausages
Duck and Fig, Chicken Garlic and Artichoke, Lamb Merguez, Boudin Blanc, Herb Sausage,
Served with flavored Mendocino Mustards
One Hour - $22.00 per person
Two Hour - $32.00 per person

Action Stations
Carver required at $250.00 per Carver (2 hours), $75.00/additional half-hour.  All Selections Are Prepared to Order

Seafood Sampler
Seared Scallops on Soft Polenta, Pepper Coulis
Dungeness Crab Cakes with Mango Cilantro Relish
One Hour - $28.00 per person
Two Hour - $42.00 per person

Potato Martinis
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Your Choice of:
Shrimp Creole
Cabernet Braised Short Ribs
Crispy Pancetta, Cheddar, Chives
One Hour - $20.00 per person
Two Hour - $30.00 per person

Risotto Station
Fresh Herb Risotto with Your Choice of:
Lobster Ragout and Fried Leeks
Wild Mushrooms and Truffle Oil
Shaved Pecorino and Basil Oil
$22.00 per person

Indian Station
Butter Chicken Tandoori
Vegetable Korma, Cashew Nut Gravy
Biryani Rice with Saffron
$24.00 per person

Pasta Sampler
Caramelized Onion and Prosciutto Ravioli, Arugula Pesto
Tagliatelli with Fresh Tomatoes, Basil and Roasted Garlic
One Hour - $20.00 per person
Two Hour - $30.00 per person

Quesadillas
Crab and Chipotle Cheddar
Chicken Mole, Peppers and Onions
Three Cheese
Served with Tomatillo Salsa, Pineapple Cilantro Salsa,
Guacamole and Lime Sour Cream
One Hour - $22.00 per person
Two Hour - $33.00 per person

Pad Thai Station
Stir-fried Rice Noodle with Bean Sprouts, Peanuts, Coriander and Tofu
Your Choice of Chicken or Shrimp
One Hour - $26.00 per person
Two Hour - $34.00 per person

Salad Station
(Three Specialty Salads Tossed to Order)
Spinach Leaves with Bartlett Pears, Sun-Dried Cherries, Candied Walnuts, Port Reyes Blue Cheese
Sherry Vinaigrette and Croutons
Spicy Asian Greens with Julienne Vegetables, Bean Sprouts, Fried Wontons
Shitake Sesame Dressing
Frisee, Asparagus, Serano Ham, Wild Mushrooms, Shaved Pecorino, Quail Eggs
Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Balsamic
One Hour - $16.00 per person
Two Hour - $24.00 per person