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Culinary Arts



Energize your meetings with legendary catering from The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne.  “Fine cuisine” assumes entirely new meaning within our distinctively appointed banquet rooms – designed to commemorate any occasion with a signature touch.  Reserve our highly versatile banquet facilities for your next group function, and choose from a variety of customized menu options.  Attendees will stay refreshed and satisfied from start to finish.

Breakfast Menu Highlights



CONTINENTAL BREAKFASTS:

BISCAYNE CONTINENTAL- Freshly Squeezed Juices, Sliced Seasonal Fruit and Fresh Berries, Assorted Bagels, Homemade Flavored and Regular Cream Cheeses, Selection of Breakfast Bakeries, Fruit Preserves and Butter, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

CUBAN CONTINENTAL- Freshly Squeezed Juices, Sliced Seasonal Fruit and Fresh Berries, Sunrise Quesadillas served with Pico de Gallo, Home Made Chicken and Beef Empanadas, Selection of Breakfast Bakeries, Guava Pastelitos and Fruit Turnovers, Fruit Preserves and Butter, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

KEY WEST CONTINENTAL - Freshly Squeezed Juices, Sliced Seasonal Fruit and Fresh Berries, Selection of Dry Cereals and Granola, Dried Fruit, Assorted Flavored Individual Yogurts, Assorted Bagels, Homemade Flavored and Regular Cream Cheeses, Selection of Breakfast Bakeries, Fruit Preserves and Butter, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

BUFFET BREAKFASTS:

ALL AMERICAN BUFFET - Freshly Squeezed Juices , Sliced Seasonal Fruit and Berries, Individual Yogurts, Selection of Dry Cereals and Granola, Traditional Scrambled Eggs, Roasted New Potatoes with Onions and Herbs, Smoked Bacon , Chicken Apple Sausage, Belgian Waffles, Maple Syrup, Fruit Sauce, and Whipped Cream, Selection of Breakfast Bakeries, , Fruit Preserves and Butter, Assorted Bagels,, Homemade Flavored and Regular Cream Cheeses, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

ALL LATIN BUFFET - Freshly Squeezed Juices, Sliced Seasonal Fruit and Berries, Warm Malanga Beignets with Citrus Honey, Huevos Rancheros, Scrambled Eggs, Roasted New Potatoes with Onions and Chorizo, Smoked Bacon, Ham and Potato Croquettes Cheesy Arepas, Selection of Breakfast Pastries, Fruit Turnovers, Guava Pastelitos, Fruit Preserves and Butter, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

ALL EUROPEAN BUFFET - Freshly Squeezed Juices, Sliced Seasonal Fruit and Berries, Swiss Müesli, Selection of Dry Cereals and Granola, European Cheeses, Charcuterie, Scottish Smoked Salmon, Assorted Bagels, Homemade Flavored and Regular Cream Cheeses, Traditional Scrambled Eggs, Poached Eggs with Hollandaise, Smoked Bacon, Chicken Apple Sausage, Sausage, Roasted New Potatoes with Herbs, Brioche French Toast, Macerated Berries, Whipped Cream, Warm Maple Syrup, Croissants, Petite Brioche, Crusty Breads and Muffins, Fruit Preserves and Butter, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

Dinner Menu Highlights



PLATED DINNERS

APPETIZERS
Tomato Tart, Goat Cheese, Vine Ripe Tomato, Cabernet Reduction, Herb Salad
Corn Risotto, Duck Confit, Pine Nuts, Sheeps Milk Feta
Tapas, Carpaccio of Chorizo, Grilled Calamari, Manchego Cheese, Olives, and Salad, Gazpacho Vinaigrette
Seared Cocoa Dusted Scallop, Creamy Polenta, Verjus Sauce
Garlic Roasted Shrimp, Caramelized Mango, Sautéed Chinese Greens and Ginger Foam
Baked Crab Cake, Warm Tomato, Olive and Citrus Vinaigrette
Foie Gras Torchon, Green Beans, Petite Frisee Salad, Red Wine Dressing
Martini Cocktail, Poached Shrimp, Japanese Cucumber, Sake-Cocktail Sauce, Lemon Pepper Crisp

SOUPS
Cream of Butternut Squash, Conch Fritters and Pistachio Oil
Tuscan Minestrone Soup, Swiss Chard, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Traditional Lobster Bisque, Crab Ravioli, Roasted Shitake Mushroom

SALADS
Baby Romaine Greek Salad, Tomato, Cucumber, Feta, Mustard Vinaigrette
Bouquet of Romaine Provencal Wrapped In Eggplant, Oven Dried Tomato, Caramelized Fennel, Olive, Garlic Confit
White Leaf Salad, Endive, Frisee, Grapes, and Feta, Candied Walnuts and Pear, Mustard Dressing
Watercress, Arugula, Radicchio, Shaved Fennel, Nut Brittle, Pancetta Crisp, Pineapple-Balsamic Dressing
Tomato and Buffalo Mozzarella Salad, Nicoise Vinaigrette
Lobster Caesar Salad, Half Maine Lobster, Quail Egg, Cauliflower Hummus, Mid Eastern Caesar Dressing

ENTREES
Thyme Roasted Chicken Breast, Goat Cheese and Mushroom Orzo, Sour Cherry Jus
Mustard and Coriander Roasted Duck Breast, Parsnip Puree, Five Spice Sauce
Maple-Juniper Cured Roasted Pork Lion, Root Vegetable Risotto Cake, Truffle Jus
Macadamia Crusted Salmon, Wasabi Potato Puree, Ginger Jus
Roasted Chilean Sea Bass, Sweet Potato Eggplant Puree, Lemongrass Butter
Seared Tuna, Veloute of Artichoke, Prawns, and Tomato
Braised Short Ribs, Potato Gnocchi, Rich Brazing Broth
Roasted Prime Rib of Beef, Caramelized Cippolini Onions, Twice Baked Potato, Natural Sauce
Grilled Filet Mignon, Herb Whipped Potatoes, Cabernet Sauce, Fig-Pecan Butter
Roasted Veal Loin, Lobster Mashed Potato, Braised Belly Bacon, Bourbon Morel Jus
Roasted Rack of Lamb, Celeriac and Roasted Garlic Puree, Scented with Marjoram, Honey-Spice Sauce
Roasted Chicken and Herb Marinated Salmon, Sweet Potato Leek Gratin, Apple Curry Jus
Braised Short Rib and Day Boat Sea Scallop, Silken Truffle Polenta, Verjus Sauce
Lobster and Petite Filet Mignon, Red Onion Marmalade, Horseradish Potato Cake, Lobster Jus
Grilled Tuna and Foie Gras, Wild Mushroom Ravioli, Braised Endive, Red Wine Sauce

DESSERTS
Mango and Key Lime Frozen Parfait, Tropical Fruit Salpicon and Guava Coulis
Passion Banana Chocolate Mousse Dome, Cocoa Nib Tuille, Cinnamon Crème Anglais
Caramelized Pear on Puff Pastry, Pear Williams Cream, and Caramel Ice Cream
Pyramid of Espresso Parfait, Tiramisu Ice Cream and Cocoa Gelee
Milk Chocolate and Nougat Mousse Bar, Vanilla Pear Tartare, Whipped Anglais
Caramelized Banana Mousse on Dacquoise, Peanut Butter Sorbet and Peanut Streusel
Praline Sable and Jivara Ganache, Fresh Berries, Lemon Grass-Hazelnut Sauce
Strawberries Pistachio Fraisier Cake, Sour Cherry Coulis and Vanilla Macaroon
Chocolate Mousse Lantern, Milk Chocolate Crème Brulee, Chocolate, Savarin, Raspberry Coulis
Almond-Vanilla Macaroon, Mascarpone Cream, Jasmine Tea, Raspberry Coulis, Sorbet

 

BUFFET DINNERS

SEASIDE BARBEQUE

SOUP
Biscayne Bay Seafood Bisque

SEAFOOD ON ICE
Oysters, Crab Claws, Jumbo Prawns, and Mussels, Cocktail, Grated Horseradish, Mignonette, and Cognac Sauces,

SALADS
Romaine, Radicchio, and Butter Lettuces, Toasted Walnuts, Bleu Cheese, Bread Croutons, and Shaved Parmesan
Tomatoes with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Poached Seafood Salad with Lemon and Tarragon
Tropical Fruit Cole Slaw
Cajun Potato Salad

CARVED TO ORDER
Salt Crusted Cowboy Chops, Garlic Confit, Chimichurri Sauce and Spicy Mango BBQ Sauce

FROM THE BUFFET
Sour Orange Marinated Chicken Breast, Balsamic Basted Onions
Fresh Catch of the Day with Lemon
Seafood Paella, Traditionally made with Rice, Olive Oil, Sofrito, Saffron and Rich Seafood Stock
Fresh Corn on the Cobb

POTATO BAR
Double Baked Russets, Fingerlings Roasted with Rosemary and Garlic, Mashed Red Bliss with Parsley
Sour Cream, Herb Butter, Cheddar Cheese, Chives, Bacon Bits

DESSERTS
Pineapple Mango Tart, Peanut Butter Banana Cream Cake, Chocolate Walnut Brownie Tart, Praline Cookies
Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection


FLORIDA LOBSTER AND STEAK GRILL

SOUP
Key Biscayne Seafood Chowder, Bacon Biscuits

SALADS
Romaine Lettuce Spears, Bleu Cheese, Honey Walnuts, Mango Vinaigrette
Floridian Grouper Ceviche, Sour Orange, Serrano, and Avocado, Tortilla Chips
Poached Mussel Salad
Tomato and Onion Salad
Hearts of Palm, Citrus and Basil 

FROM THE KETTLES
Poached Coastal Shrimp Callalou, Scotch Bonnets, Beer, and Meyer Lemon
Steamed Clams and Mussels with Garlic and Herbs
Cocktail Sauce, Garlic Butter, Chipotle Tomato Sauce
 
HOT OFF THE GRILL
Half Maine Lobster, Lemon Butter
Mojito and Sugar Cane Marinated Sirloin Steak
Herb Marinated Chicken Breast
Steamed Corn on the Cobb, Roasted Potato with Garlic and Herbs

PASTRIES
Cheesecake, Passion Fruit Coulis, Chocolate Key Lime Tarts, Coconut Crème Brulee, Chocolate Espresso Flan
Warm Cinnamon Beignets, Chocolate Sauce
Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

Lunch Menu Highlights



PLATED LUNCHES

Corn Soup with Brie Cheese
Fresh Oregano and Garlic Marinated Chicken Breast, Black Bean Rice, Spicy Mango Salsa
Milk Chocolate and Nougat Mousse Bar, Vanilla Pear Tartare, Whipped Anglais

Avocado and Tomato Salad, Basil Gelle, Petite Arugula, Black Pepper Foam
Citrus Brushed Grouper Fillet, Sweet Potato Gratin, Coconut Curry Sauce
Fresh Berry Tartlets, Cheesecake Ice Cream and Sangria Coulis

Chilled Shrimp Cocktail, Citrus-infused Cocktail Sauce and Cucumber Jicama Slaw
Grilled Petit Filet Mignon, Shrimp Hash Brown, Red Pepper Sauce                                                                                                       
Oven Roasted Mango, Tropical Fruit Salpicon and Passion Fruit Sorbet


BUFFET LUNCHES

LATIN LUNCH BUFFET

SOUP
Tortilla Soup, Diced Tomato, Crisp Tortilla Strips, Queso Anejo

CEVICHE
White Fish, Sour Orange, Serrano Pepper
Salmon, Tomato, Onion, Cilantro and Jalapeno

SALADS
Heart of Palm with Cilantro and Guajillo Pepper Infused Oil
Romaine Lettuce, Marinated Red Onion, Almonds, and Garlic Dressing
Roasted Corn Relish
Blue and Yellow Corn Chips, Traditional Guacamole

ENTREES
Slow Roasted Pork Carnitas
Steak Fajitas, Sautéed Onions and Peppers
Chicken Breast with Mole
Mexican Rice, Refried Beans, Soft Flour and Corn Tortillas
Lettuce, Tomatoes, Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Shredded Cheddar & Jack Cheeses

DESSERTS
Caramel Flan, Rice Pudding, Cinnamon Churros, Key Lime Pie, Chocolate Dulce de Leche Tarts
Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection and Iced Tea

MEDITERRANEAN LUNCH BUFFET

SOUP
Cannelloni Bean and Ham Soup, Pistou and Bruschetta

SALADS
Mesclun Greens, Focaccia Croutons, Jerez Vinaigrette
Vine-Ripened Tomato and Buffalo Mozzarella Salad
Greek-Style Salad, Feta Cheese, Hearts of Lettuce, Cucumbers, Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives
Eggplant and Tomato Fondue, Balsamic Vinegar and Extra Virgin Olive Oil

ENTREES
Grilled Sea Bass, Tomato Fennel Stew
Dried Fruit and Chestnut Roasted Pork Lion, Thyme Garlic Jus
Roasted Chicken Breast, Olive and Artichoke Ragout
Polenta with Pecorino Cheese Gratin

DESSERTS
Honey, Cinnamon, and Wine Poached Fruit, Ricotta and Walnut Cake, Fresh Fruit Tart, Crème Catalan, Churros
Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection, and Iced Tea


ITALIAN BUFFET

SOUP
Rustic Vegetable Soup

ANTIPASTO
Assorted Marinated Grilled Vegetables
Slice Italian Meat Display Served with Sliced Honeydew, Cantaloupe, Basil, and Olive Oil
Marinated Vine Ripe Tomatoes with Basil

ITALIAN CHOPPED SALAD
Arugula, Radicchio, Endives, Pancetta, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes, and Eggs, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Accompanied By Sun Dried Tomatoes, Grilled Prawns, Grilled Chicken Breast

ENTREES
Chicken Parmesan
Veal Piccata
Penne Pasta Two Ways:  Traditional Tomato and Basil, Classic Alfredo Sauce
Roasted Seasonal Vegetables

DESSERTS
Tiramisu, Panna Cotta Selection, Strawberries with Mascarpone Cream, Ricotta Cheesecake
Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection, and Iced Tea

Reception Menu Highlights




HOT HORS D’OEUVRES
Vegetable Spring Rolls, Sweet and Sour Sauce     
Deep-Fried Arancini        
Spicy Chorizo in Date, Mango Relish      
Franks en Chemise        
Truffle Macaroni and Cheese Tartlet      
Warm Parmesan Profiteroles                                                                                            
Manchego Cheese Empanadas       
Artichoke Hearts with Goat Cheese Stuffing     
Chicken Sate, Indonesian Peanut Sauce      
Baked Manchego, Olive and Goat Cheese Doullion                                                    
Conch Fritters, Remoulade Sauce      
Sesame Chicken Fingers, Honey Mustard Sauce     
Cajun Salmon Brochettes, Red Pepper Aioli                                                                  
Truffle Twice Baked Creamer Potato      
Mini Crab Cakes, Mustard Caper Dipping Sauce     
Petite Beef Wellingtons, Béarnaise Sauce      


RECEPTION STATIONS

BREADS AND SPREADS
Black Bean Dip, Lemon Hummus, Artichoke and Spinach Dip, Roasted Eggplant Caviar, Hot Four Cheese Fondue
Pita Chips, Focaccia, and Sliced Baguettes

MIDDLE EASTERN STATION
Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Tabbouleh, Muhammara, Stuffed Grape Leaves, Marinated Olives, Marinated Feta Cheese, Warm Kibbeh and Falafel, Pita Bread

CHINESE DIM SUM STATION
Chicken and Pork Dumplings, Shrimp Shu Mai, Steamed BBQ Pork Buns, Shrimp Toast, Egg Rolls, Prawn Crackers, Chili Oil, Soy Sauce, Sweet and Sour Sauce

ANTIPASTO STATION
Assorted Marinated Grilled Vegetables, Squash, Zucchini, Carrots, and Mushrooms, Fennel and Tomato Crostini Artichokes in Basil, Roasted Radicchio and Pancetta, Balsamic Honey Vinaigrette, Marinated Mozzarella with Cherry Tomatoes and Herbs, Sliced Italian Meats, Crostini, Sliced Baguettes, Bread Sticks, Focaccia, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Aged Balsamic Vinegar, and Olive Tapenade

ITALIAN RISOTTO STATION
Italian Sausage Risotto, Roasted Tomato, Basil, and Fresh Mozzarella
Asparagus Risotto, Mascarpone Cream and Truffle Oil
Rock Shrimp Risotto, Diced Tomato, Basil Leafs

CEVICHE STATION
Octopus with Guajillo Chili Oil, Florida Grouper with Sour Orange, Serano and Avocado
Fresh Rock Shrimp, Jalapeno, Tomato, and Lime
Pico De Gallo, Tri-Color Tortilla Chips, Guacamole

PAELLA STATION
Pan Braised Rice with Chorizo, Chicken, Mussels and Prawns
Pan Braised Israel Cous Cous, Calamari, Clams, Fresh Fish

SHRIMP STATION
Shrimp Cazuela, Tomatoes, Onions, Garlic and Chipotle Peppers
Sautéed Shrimp in Garlic Butter, Focaccia Bread Crumbs
Shrimp Etouffee 
Dirty Rice, Cilantro Rice, and Saffron Aioli

SOUTHEAST ASIAN STATION
Fresh Coconut Mussels with Lemon Grass
Singapore Inspired Chili Prawns
Pad Thai
Steamed Coconut Rice
Scallions, Cilantro, Ginger Dip, Sambal

Coffee Break Menu Highlights



CAFE CUBANO - Chicken and Beef Empanadas, Ham Croquettes, Warm Home Made Churros with Cinnamon and Sugar, Guava Pastelitos, Cheesecake Squares, Ritz-Carlton Bottled Water, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

A PASSION FOR FRUIT - Chilled Fresh Apple and Orange Juices, Mango and Rhu-Berry Smoothies, Seasonal Tropical Fruit Display, Fresh Baked Berry Strudel, Apple Turnovers, Banana and Pineapple Rum Bread, Chocolate Dipped Coconut Macaroons, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

TRAIL MIX BREAK - Make Your Own Mix:  Yogurt Covered Raisins, Banana Chips, Dried Cranberries, Apricots, and Apples, Granola, Pretzels, Mixed Nuts, Coconut, M&M’S, Reese’s Pieces, Chocolate Chips, Granola Bars, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

SWEET & SALTY BREAK - Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter, Oatmeal Raisin, White Chocolate Macadamia, and Valhrona Manjari Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Jumbo Soft Pretzels with Assorted Mustards, Roasted Peanut Brittle, Sweet and Salty Peanut Bars, Assorted Soft Drinks, Mineral Waters, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

FROZEN SENSATIONS BREAK - Frozen Snickers, Milky Way, and Ice Cream Bars, Frozen Fruit Juice Popsicles
Haagen Dazs and Dove Bars, Fudgesicles and Creamsicles, Assorted Soft Drinks, Mineral Water, Snapple Iced Teas and Starbucks Frappucino, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

FLAVORS OF CANTINA - Guacamole, Tricolor Tortilla Chips, Seafood Ceviche, Yuca Fries with Cilantro Sauce, Pico de Gallo, Salsa Verde, Salsa Roja, Mexican Hot Chocolate, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

CUPCAKE & COOKIE BREAK - Decorate your own: Chocolate and Vanilla Cupcakes, Sugar Cookies, Chocolate and Vanilla Frostings, Selection of Icings, Chocolate and Colored Sprinkles, Sliced Bananas and Strawberries, M & M’s and Reese’s Pieces, Chopped Nuts, Gummy Bears, Sugar Crystals, Regular and Chocolate Milks, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection

CHOCOLATE LOVERS BREAK - Fudge Nut Brownies, White and Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Mini Molten Chocolate Cakes, Giant Pretzels Dipped in Chocolate, Key Biscayne “Egg Cream,” Hot Chocolate with Marshmallows, Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, and The Ritz-Carlton Tea Selection