6961 Avenue of the Governors, Isla Verde, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00979 U.S.A.    Phone:  (787) 253-1700   Fax:  (787) 253-1777

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Culinary Arts



Energize your meetings with legendary catering from The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan. With a variety of selections for casual or on the go breakfasts, working or seated lunches, plated or reception dinners, and a wide range of coffee breaks, attendees will stay refreshed and satisfied from start to finish.

Coffee Break

Coffee Break Selections

BUSINESS MORNING

Cheese and Cherry Danishes

Almond Croissants

Sliced Tropical Fresh Fruits

Assorted Sodas, Bottled Juices and Bottled Mineral Water

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

ISLA DEL ENCANTO

Passion Fruit, Guava and Acerola Juice

Rainforest Tropical Fruit Salad

Mayorcas, Quesitos and Guava Turnovers

Assorted Sodas, Bottled Juices and Bottled Mineral Water

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

BATIDA TIME

A Refreshing Puerto Rican Milk-based Smoothie.

Enjoy your Batida Experience in these Exotic Flavors:

Papaya, Banana, Mango and Guanabana

 

SPORTS LOVERS

Warm Jumbo Pretzels with Spicy Mustard Sauce

Fresh Popped Popcorn and Assorted Mixed Nuts

Individual Cracker Jacks

Corn Tortilla Chips and Salsa

Assorted Sodas, Bottled Juices and Bottled Mineral Water

Sports Drinks

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

FLAMBOYAN

Caribbean Fruit Punch

Tropical Fruit Kebobs

Assorted Plantain, Malanga and Yuca Chips with Pico de Gallo

Cheese Empanadillas

Sorullitos de Maiz with Mayo Ketchup

Assorted Sodas, Bottled Juices and Bottled Mineral Water

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

REVITALIZE YOUR SENSES

Papaya and Ginseng Smoothies

Assorted Individual Low-Fat Yogurts

Tropical Fruit Kebobs

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Granola Bars

Assorted Sports Drinks and Mineral Water

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

BUSINESS AFTERNOON

Spinach, Goat Cheese and Grape Tomato Quiche

The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Assorted Homemade Cookies

Assorted Sodas, Bottled Juices and Bottled Mineral Water

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

CHOCOLATE DELIGHTS

Miniature Chocolate Chip and Dark Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies

Fudge Brownies

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Assorted Chocolate Truffles

Iced Cold Skim and Whole Milk

Assorted Sodas, Bottled Juices and Bottled Mineral Water

Chocolate Smoothie

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

Reception

Themed Reception Selections

SCANDANAVIA

Individual Baby Shrimp Cocktails

Assorted Smoked Fish Display with Condiments:

Sturgeon, Halibut, Salmon, Mackerel

Fresh Home-made Norwegian Gravlaks with Honey Mustard Sauce

Swedish Flatbread and Pumpernickel Bread

 

PUERTO RICAN

Fried Malanga, Yautía and Plantain Chips with Assorted Dipping Sauces

Bacalaitos with Recao Sauce

Sorullitos with Sweet Cognac Sauce

Beef Empanadillas with Cilantro Garlic Sauce

Sauté Station of Rice and Assorted Beans

 

CHINESE

Assorted Steamed Won Tons and Dim Sums

Sweet Plum, Hoisin and Soy Ginger Sauces

Cantonese Shrimp Balls with Sweet and Sour Sauce

Stir-fried Szechuan Chicken

Shrimp and Pork Stir-fried Rice

 

JAPANESE

Soba Noodle Salad

Yakitori Chicken

Stir-fry Teriyaki Beef with Steamed Rice

Assorted Platter of Sashimi,

Maki and Nigiri Sushi with Pickled Ginger and Wasabi

 

CEVICHE

Seafood, Mango and Red Onion Ceviche

Red Pepper and Cilantro-infused

Yellow Tail Snapper Ceviche

Malaga Style Roasted Octopus, Chorizo and Spanish Olive Ceviche

Scallop, Lime and Coconut Ceviche

Served with Malanga, Sweet Potato and Plantain Chips

 

FLAVORS OF PROVENCE

Red Onion, Fennel and Watermelon Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette

Wild Boar and Forest Mushroom Pate, Crisp Basil Croutons

Aromatic-spiced Goat Cheese Fondue with Thyme and Olive Lavash

Homemade Foie Gras and Black Truffle Terrine with Brioche

Three Bean Cassoulet and Duck Confit Salad

 

PASTA

Penne and Cheese Tortellini with Choice of Napolitana Sauce,

Mushroom Alfredo and Sun-dried Tomato Pesto

Grated Parmesan and Pecorino Cheeses

Toasted Garlic Bread

Chicken, Shrimp, Lobster

 

CARIBBEAN

Rasta Salad

Bahamian Conch Salad

Fried Tostones with Black Bean Salsa

Caribbean Chicken and Seafood Jambalaya

Jamaican Jerk Spiced Pork Loin with Pineapple Rum Sauce



SOUTH EAST ASIAN

Indonesia Gado Gado

Traditional Thai Chicken Salad

Malaysian Spiced Beef Fritters with Minted-melon Sambal

Vegetable Spring Rolls with Fragrant Papaya Relish

Singaporean Stir-fried Noodles with Chicken and Shrimp

 

PEKING DUCK

Classic Roasted Peking Duck with Traditional Condiments:

Pancakes, Spring Onions with Hoisin and Plum Sauce

 

GARDENS AROUND THE WORLD

ITALIAN

Assorted Organic Leaf Lettuce, Grilled Chicken, Buffalo Mozzarella, Tomatoes and Olives Tossed in Roasted Tomato and Red Wine Vinaigrette

SOUTHERNER

Baby Lettuce, Grape Tomatoes, Green Onion, Avocado, Bacon and Shrimp Tossed in a Blue Cheese Dressing

PUERTO RICAN

Mixed Lettuce, Hearts of Palm, Tomatoes, Tropical Fruits Macadamia Nuts in Passion Fruit Dressing

 

FROM OLD SPAIN

Marinated Mussels in Sweet Pepper Vinaigrette

Serrano Ham and Manchego Cheese

Olive Tapenade on Herb Crostini

Roasted Octopus with Olives and Artichokes

Spanish Olives with Carrots and Toasted Almonds

Warm Garlic Potatoes with

Chorizo Meatballs and Spicy Tomato Sauce

 

FROM THE SEA

Lobster Quesadillas with Tomatillo-Cilantro Salad

Gulf Shrimp in Lemon

Herb and Garlic Butter and Pita Bread

Blackened Snapper with Tropical Fruit Salsa

 

MEXICAN FIESTA

Assorted Corn and Flour Tortilla Chips

Salsa Verde, Salsa Cruda and Guacamole

Black Bean and Corn Salad

Chicken and Beef Fajitas with Traditional Garnishes

Flour Tortillas

Margarita-marinated Shrimp Cocktail

 

MIDDLE EASTERN

Turkish Salad, Feta Cheese and Kalamata Olives

Moroccan Couscous Salad

Pita Bread with Baba Ghanoush,

Tzatziki and Hummus Dips

Egyptian-stuffed Zucchini and Eggplants

Lebanese Lamb Shish Kebobs

 

CALIFORNIAN

Artichoke, Tomato and Goat Cheese Salad

Frisco Crab and Avocado Napoleon

Seared Napa Valley Quail, Baby Greens Arugula with Sherry Mustard Vinaigrette and Walnuts

Carved Black Sesame, Citrus and Crushed Chili-roasted Tuna Loin

 

SOUTHERN AFRICA

Avocado, Spinach, Papaya with Orange and Cucumber Dressing

Ostrich Carpaccio with Marinated Vegetable and Coriander Dressing

African Farmer Sausage, White Polenta and Tomato Onion Sauce

Mozambique Peri Peri Prawns

Cape Malay Lamb Curry, Yellow Rice and Apricot Chutney

 

RISOTTO STATION

Mallard Duck, Red Wine Reduction, Parmesan and Italian Parsley

Roasted Mushrooms, Aged Goat Cheese with Fine Herbs

Bay Scallops, Calamari and Shrimp with Basil and Mascarpone Cheese

 

Dinner

Dinner Selections

DINNER BUFFET SELECTIONS

 

Verde Luz

Assorted Local Breads and Rolls

SOUP

Pumpkin and Coconut Cream

SALADS

Watercress, Avocado and Tomato Salad

Black Bean and Roasted Corn Salad with Cilantro Dressing

Leaf Lettuce with Fried Queso de Hoja and Guava Vinaigrette

Seafood, Mango and Red Onion Ceviche

ENTREES

Grilled Churrasco with Cilantro Chimichurri

Roasted Pork Loin with Añejo Rum and Pineapple Sauce

Baked Mahi Mahi Criollo

Yellow Plantain Mofongo

Arroz Mamposteao

Sautéed Chayote and Grilled Pineapples

DESSERTS

Tembleque

Guava Cheese Flan

Bien Me Sabe

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

Noches del Coqui

Assorted Puerto Rican Rolls and Breads

SOUPS

Beef Sancocho

SALADS

Watercress, Avocado and Tomato Salad

El Yunque Rainforest Salad

Octopus en Escabeche

Beef and Yuca Salad

ENTREES

Roasted Suckling Pig with Cerveza Gravy

Pollo Guisado

Puerto Rican Style Fish and Seafood Paella

Yuca Mash

Arroz con Gandules

Amarillos en Almibar

DESSERTS

Tres Leches

Arroz con Dulce with Mango

Puerto Rican Yauco Coffee Mousse

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

A Taste of the West Indies

Freshly Baked Rolls with Butter

SALADS

Mixed Field Greens with Yellow Plantain Dressing

Sweet Potato and Mango in Honey, Mint and Ginger Vinaigrette

Red Skin Potato, Chorizo and Peppers in Chipotle Green Onion Mayonnaise

Passion Fruit and Rum-marinated Tropical Fruit Salad

Seafood, Pineapple and Scotch Bonnet Ceviche

ENTREES

Plantain-wrapped Grouper with Papaya Lime Relish

Jerk Spiced Beef and Yam Brochettes with Jerk Dressing

Guava-marinated Chicken Breast with Sugar Cane and Rum Broth

Bahamian Fufu

Coconut and Red Bean Rice

Caribbean Vegetable Stew

DESSERTS

Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee Mousse

Tortola Lime Pudding

West Indies Banana Toffee Pie with Appleton Rum Sauce

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

Mediterranean

Assorted Pita Breads withMiddle Eastern Spiced Olive Oil Dipping Sauce

SOUP

Greek Avgolimone Soup

SALADS

Turkish Salad with Kalamata Olives

Egyptian Couscous Salad with Goat Cheese Crumbles

Dolmades with Olive Oil and Herb Dressing

Pita Bread with Hummus and Baba Ghanoush

Borrek Turnovers with Tzatziki Sauce

ENTREES

Moorish Sea Bass with Red Peppers and Caper Sauce

Tahini Chicken and Vegetable Shish Kebab

Carved Moroccan Spiced Leg of Lamb

Lebanese Almond Rice

Bulgur Wheat-stuffed Eggplant and Zucchini

DESSERTS

Traditional Baklava with Cardamom and Honey

Serpentine Cake with Date and Pistachio Ice Cream

Marsala-marinated and Poached Mediterranean Figs with Mascarpone Cream

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

FAMILY STYLE PLATED DINNER SELECTIONS

 

Comfortable Dining

Freshly Baked Rolls with Butter

CHILLED PLATTERS

Basket of Baby Romaine, Garlic Croutons, Shaved Parmesan and Caesar Dressing

Grilled Pencil Asparagus with Goat Cheese and a Lemon and Roasted Shallot Dressing

Sliced Buffalo Mozzarella and Vine-ripe Tomatoes with Basil Emulsion

Poached Shrimp and Bay Scallops with Shaved Fennel and Creamy Saffron Dressing

Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes with Chorizo Sausage and Pimento

PLATED ENTRÉE

Roasted Breast of Chicken Stuffed with Mushroom Mousse,

Dauphinoise Potatoes and Whole Grain Mustard Jus

DESSERT SAMPLER

Cannoli, Tiramisu Charlotte and Chocolate Mousse Éclairs

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

Gateway to India

Puri, Garlic Naan and Pappadum

PLATED SOUP

Mulligatawny Soup

FAMILY STYLE CURRIES

Lamb Rogan Josh

Chicken Tikka Masala

Goan Prawn Curry

Mixed Vegetables in Coconut Sauce

Classic Pula Rice

Condiments:

Mango Chutney

Mint and Coconut Chutney

Cucumber Raita

INDIAN DESSERTS

Ras Malai

Gulab Jamun

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

Lunch

Lunch Selections

BUFFET LUNCH SELECTIONS

 

A Touch of the Caribbean

Assorted Bread and Bread Rolls

SOUPS

Bahamian Conch Chowder

SALADS

Mixed Greens with Guava Vinaigrette

Tomato, Red Onions, Mango and Chili Lime Vinaigrette

Jicama, Chayote and Red Pepper Slaw

ENTREES

Baked Grouper in Banana Leaf with Coconut Sauce

Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Roasted Pork Loin with Myers Rum and Pineapple Glaze

Red Bean and Coconut Rice

Braised West Indies Breadfruit

DESSERTS

Barbados Rum Cake with Chocolate Sauce

Piña Colada Pudding

Tropical Fruit Cocktail

with Sugar Cane and Passion Fruit Syrup

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

Sabores de Campo

Assorted Local Breads and Rolls

SOUP

Cream of Plantain with Cilantro

SALADS

Tomato and Avocado with Red Onions

Viandas en Escabeche

ENTREES

Chicken “A la Criolla”

Roasted Pork Chop Encebolladas

Arroz con Gandules

Fried Yucca with Garlic Mojo

DESSERTS

Guava Flan

Bien Me Sabe

Calabaza Cheese Cake

 

COLD PLATED LUNCH SELECTIONS

 

The Sandwich Board

Cuatro Para Probar

Turkey & Bacon, Roast Beef & Tomato, Tuna & Avocado,

Grilled Vegetable & Mozzarella

Pineapple Carpaccio with Walnut Ice Cream

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

 Morivivi

Freshly Baked Rolls with Butter

El Yunque Rainforest Salad

Assorted Crisp Lettuce, Hearts of Palm, Tropical Fruits with Caribbean Shrimp Tossed in Passion Fruit Vinaigrette

Vanilla Flan

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

The Ko Samui

Sesame Rolls and Ginger Butter

Chilled Minted Coconut and Melon Soup

 Thai Beef and Noodle Salad

Medium Grilled Sirloin Tossed with Cucumber, Peppers and Thai Spices

Basil Scented Papaya Mousse with Lemongrass Coconut Sorbet

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

Breakfast

Breakfast Selections



CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

 

Early Bird

Selection of Chilled Orange, Grapefruit, Pineapple and Cranberry Juices

Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruits

Assorted Breakfast Pastries with Sweet Butter and Fruit Preserves

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas 

 

 The Ritz-Carlton 

Selection of Chilled Orange, Grapefruit, Pineapple and Cranberry Juices

Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruits and Berries

Assorted Individual Yogurts and Granola

Assorted Cold Cereals, Skim and Whole Milk

Assorted Breakfast Pastries with Sweet Butter and Fruit Preserves

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

  

The Energizer

Selection of Chilled Orange, Grapefruit, V8, Pineapple and Cranberry Juices

Individual Passion Fruit Yogurt

Low-fat Homemade Muesli

Assorted Cold Cereals, Skim and Whole Milk

Assorted Breakfast Pastries with Sweet Butter and Fruit Preserves

Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruits

Assortment of Granola Bars

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

Continental Europe

Selection of Chilled Orange, Grapefruit, Apple and Cranberry Juices

Assorted Individual Yogurts

Homemade Muesli

Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruits

Assorted Cold Cereals, Skim and Whole Milk

Assorted Breakfast Pastries, Bread Rolls, Bagels, with Sweet Butter and Fruit Preserves

European Cold Cuts and Cheeses

Smoked Norwegian Salmon with Classic Condiments

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

BREAKFAST BUFFET

 

Aura Pura

Selection of Chilled Pineapple, Orange, Passion Fruit and Acerola Juices

Display of Puerto Rican Sliced Fruits (Mango, Papaya, and Pineapple)

Quesitos, Mayorcas and Guava Turnovers

Crema de Maíz

Warm Tortilla Española

Grilled Ham and Longaniza

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas  

 

The Conference

Selection of Chilled Orange, Grapefruit, Pineapple and Cranberry Juices

Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruits

Assorted Individual Yogurts

Assorted Cold Cereals, Skim and Whole Milk

Assorted Breakfast Pastries with Sweet Butter and Fruit Preserves

Scrambled Eggs, Link Sausages Hickory Smoked Bacon and Sautéed Potatoes

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

  

The American

Selection of Chilled Orange, Grapefruit, Pineapple and Cranberry Juices

Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruits

Assorted Individual Yogurts

Assorted Cold Cereals, Skim and Whole Milk

Assorted Breakfast Pastries with Sweet Butter and Fruit Preserves

Scrambled Eggs with Melted Aged Cheddar Cheese, Traditional Links Sausage, Hickory Smoked Bacon and Breakfast Potatoes

Buttermilk Pancakes with Maple Syrup

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

Country Morning

Selection of Chilled Orange, Grapefruit, Pineapple and Cranberry Juices

Sliced Tropical Fresh Fruits and Berries Ambrosia

Assorted Individual Yogurts

Assorted Cold Cereals, Skim and Whole Milk

Assorted Breakfast Pastries with Sweet Butter and Fruit Preserves

Traditional Eggs Benedict

Hickory Smoked Bacon and Link Sausages

Cheese Grits

Biscuit and Sausage Gravy

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas  

 

The New Yorker

Selection of Chilled Orange, Grapefruit, Concord Grape, Apple and Cranberry Juices

Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruits

Lox and Bagels with Cream Cheese

Breakfast Pastries, Sweet Butter and Fruit Preserves

Smoked Fish Platter with Kosher Pickles

Corned Beef Hash with Poached Eggs

Potato Latkes with Apple Sauce and Sour Cream

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

PLATED BREAKFAST SELECTIONS

 

The American

Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice

Seasonal Fruits with Berries

Morning Baked Pastries

Scrambled Eggs, Smoked Bacon, Link Sausage, Grilled Tomato and Sautéed Potatoes

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

Dulce Amancer

Tropical Fruit Punch

Coconut Rum Marinated Fruit Salad Presented in Individual Coconuts

Quesitos, Mayorcas and Guava Turnovers

Warm Tortilla Española, Grilled Asparagus, Tomato and Longaniza Sausage

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas

 

The Ritz-Carlton

Selection of Orange or Grapefruit Juice

Citrus Yogurt Parfait in Red Berry Soup with Honey Roasted Granola

Poached Eggs on Multi Grain Muffin, Aged Cheddar Bechamel, Leek and Yukon Potato Rosti, Applewood Smoked Bacon

Basket of Assorted Breakfast Pastries

Freshly Brewed Puerto Rican Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and The Ritz-Carlton Selection of Teas