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Thank you for considering Elegant Fare Catering for your Special Event. Elegant Fare Catering is dedicated to providing upscale full-service corporate, social and themed catering with the primary emphasis on professional consistent service, beautifully presented cuisine, and exceptional food taste.
At Elegant Fare, we understand just how important your event is. The food must be delicious, the service impeccable, the presentation artistic and the personnel prompt and reliable.
Everyone involved in your event is a professional. We select the members of our catering family carefully. Our talented staff includes an executive chef, pastry chef, buffet decorators, and a service management team. Our entire wait-staff must undergo extensive training in service and personal presentation in order to offer our clients more than they expect.
A sales consultant will personally walk you through the catering planning process. There will be a service captain at your event to ensure it runs smoothly. All menus can be customized to suite your taste and dietary needs. Elegant Fare provides cake cutting services at no addition cost. A complimentary tasting for up to four guests is available.
Relax! With Elegant Fare you can be assured that we will attend to every detail. Our ability to respond quickly and tastefully to our clients’ needs is what has made us the “Caterer of Choice” for many institutions in the Greater Cincinnati area.
Elegant Fare is happy to accommodate any special dietary needs
Buffet I
includes two entrees, one salad, starch, vegetable, dinner rolls & butter
Citrus Sage Roasted Turkey Breast, jus
Herb Roasted or Grilled Chicken Breast
Fire Roasted Pineapple Salsa or Bourbon BBQ Sauce
Mango Glazed Chicken Breast, Mango Chili Salsa
Chicken Piccata with Lemon Butter and Capers
Blackberry Balsamic Boneless Breast of Chicken
Five Spice Boneless Breast of Chicken, Apricot Cranberry Chutney
Boneless Chicken Breast, Black Pepper Butter Sauce
Blistered Corn, Red Onion and Red Pepper Garnish
Pan Seared Chicken Breast, Poblano Cream Sauce
Pan Seared Chicken Breast, Lemon Herb Beurre Blanc
Pan Seared White Fish, Pico de Gallo, Cotija Cheese and Cilantro
Crab and Scallop Stuffed Sole, Lemon Sauce
Garlic Butter Cajun Cod
Carved Herb & Garlic Crusted Baron of Beef
Red Wine Shallot Demi-Glace & Chive Horseradish Cream
Brown Ale Hickory Smoked Beef Brisket, Horseradish Aioli
House Smoked Pulled Pork (or Chicken) Blackberry BBQ Sauce & Carolina BBQ Sauce
Carved Brown Sugar & Citrus Maple Glazed Ham
Herb Roasted Pork Loin, Apple Sage Sauce OR Grilled Peach Chutney
Bacon wrapped Pork Loin, Pear Compote, Balsamic Reduction
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms on Bed of Garlicky Spinach
Served with Roasted Vegetables, toasted Pecan Cous Cous
Penne Pasta with Asparagus, Shaved Parmesan and Roasted Grape Tomatoes
Tossed in Spicy Alfredo topped with Arugula
Buffet II
includes two entrees, one salad, starch, vegetable, dinner rolls & butter
Golden Seared Stuffed Chicken Breast, Spinach, Artichoke Hearts, Panko, Parmesan Cream Sauce
Chicken Lorraine Stuffed with Bacon and Swiss, Light Béarnaise Sauce
Chipotle Peach Glazed Boneless Breast of Chicken
Balsamic Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast, Granny Smith Apple Gremolata
Pesto, Goat Cheese Chicken Breast, Brandy & Golden Pear Coulis
Caramelized Shallot, Spinach & Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast, Tomato Pepper Jam
Stuffed Chicken Breast with Goat Cheese, Spinach, Sundried Tomatoes, Roasted Garlic Sauce
Sweet Honey, Thyme, Apricot Glazed Chicken Breast, Balsamic Red Zinfandel and Sweet Onion Confit
White Fish stuffed with Creamed Spinach and Artichoke, White Wine Cream Sauce,garnished with Golden Bread Crumbs and Fresh Basil
Mustard & Panko Crusted Mahi Mahi, Citrus Beurre Blanc
Spicy Chili Garlic Golden Trout
Whiskey Ginger Grilled Salmon
Grilled Marinated Flank Steak, Red Wine Demi-Glace, Pink Peppercorn Sauce
Grilled Coffee Rubbed Flank Steak, Coffee Bourbon Sauce
Chef Carved Garlic & Pepper Crusted New York Strip Loin, Horseradish Cream Sauce, Peppercorn Sauce
Chef Carved Herb Roasted Beef Tenderloin
Chive Horseradish Cream, Dijon Cabernet Reduction or Mushroom Demi-Glace
Jalapeno Popper Pork Loin Roulade
Smoked Pork Tenderloin, Black Raspberry Mustard Sauce
Spinach, Garlic and Pine nut Parcels with Sundried Tomato Sauce an Balsamic Syrup
Basmati Rice with Cashews, Edamame and Currants Topped with Spinach and Tofu Masala
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includes one entrée, one salad, starch, vegetable, dinner rolls & butter
Mango Glazed Chicken Breast, Mango Chili Salsa
Boneless Chicken Breast, Black Pepper Butter Sauce
Blistered Corn, Red Onion and Red Pepper Garnish
Blackberry Balsamic Boneless Breast of Chicken, Blackberry Garnish
Golden Seared Stuffed Chicken Breast, Spinach, Artichoke Hearts, Panko, Parmesan Cream Sauce
Five Spice Boneless Breast of Chicken, Apricot Cranberry Chutney
Chicken Lorraine Stuffed with Bacon and Swiss, Light Bearnaise Sauce
Chipotle Peach Glazed Boneless Breast of Chicken
Pan Seared Boneless Breast of Chicken, Lemon Herb Beurre Blanc
Pan Seared Chicken Breast, Poblano Cream Sauce
Balsamic Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast, Granny Smith Apple Gremolata
Pesto, Goat Cheese Chicken Breast, Brandy & Golden Pear Coulis
Caramelized Shallot, Spinach & Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast, Tomato Pepper Jam
Stuffed Chicken Breast with Goat Cheese, Spinach, Sundried Tomatoes, Roasted Garlic Sauce
White Fish stuffed with Creamed Spinach and Artichoke, White Wine Cream Sauce,
garnished with Golden Bread Crumbs and Basil
Pan Seared Arctic Char
Mediterranean Pear Tomato-Roasted Pepper & Fresh Herb “Salsa”
Spicy Chili Garlic Golden Trout
Whiskey Ginger Grilled Salmon
Grilled Salmon Gremolata
French Onion Pork Loin Roulade, jus
Flank Steak Roulade stuffed with Smoked Gouda, Prosciutto, Fresh
Sage and Arugula, Horseradish Cabernet Demi-Glace
Rhinegeist Beer Braised Short Ribs
Citrus and Chili Braised Short Ribs
Tuscan Marinated Sliced Sirloin, Morel Cream Sauce
Point Reyes Blue Cheese Crusted Filet of Beef
Marinated Grilled Filet, Herbed Compound Butter
Sliced Herb & Garlic Roasted Beef Tenderloin,
Brandy Mustard Cream Sauce OR Bordelaise
Roasted Sweet Potato Risotto with
Caramelized Pineapples and a Mellow Roasted Garlic Sauce
Yellow Pepper Stuffed with Quinoa, Feta and Vegetables
Atop a bed of Creamy Polenta, Herb Purée
Hearty Garden Salad
Romaine, Iceberg, Shredded Red Cabbage, Grated Carrots, Sliced Cucumber, Tomato Wedges, Ranch & Herbed Balsamic Vinaigrette
New Age Caesar Salad
Crisp Romaine, Garlic Toasted Croutons, Roasted Tomatoes, Freshly Shaved Parmesan, Creamy Caesar Dressing
Greek Salad
Romaine Lettuce, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Red Onion, Kalamata Olives and Feta Cheese, Oregano Vinaigrette
Harvest Salad
Artisan Greens, Apples, Walnuts, Sun Dried Cranberries, Sharp White Cheddar,
Cider Vinaigrette
Latin Citrus Salad
Romaine, Arugula & Fennel with Orange
Grapefruit and Manchego, Lime Vinaigrette
Strawberry Lemonade Salad
Artisan Greens, Sliced Strawberries, Mandarin Oranges, Toasted Salted Sunflower Seeds, Goat Cheese, Strawberry Lemonade Vinaigrette
Caprese Salad (Seasonal)
Sliced Vine Ripe Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella,
Fresh Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
and Balsamic Reduction
Hot House Artisan Salad
Field Greens, Grilled Asparagus, Tomatoes Chopped Artichoke Hearts,
Shaved Parmesan, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Bundle Salad
Bibb Bundle filled with Bleu Cheese, Candied Pecans, Belgian Endive and Frisee, Mustard Vinaigrette with choice of
White wine Poached Pears OR Fresh Raspberries (Add 1.75 per person
Rosemary Duck Fat Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Buttery Mashed Potatoes (choice of plain, roasted garlic, parmesan, chive)
Yukon Gold & Sweet Potato Gratin
Smashed Red Skins with Olive Oil, Sea Salt & Scallions
White Cheddar Mac & Cheese
Creamy Jalapeno Spoon Bread
Thyme Butter Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Garlic and Herb Rubbed Red Skin Potatoes
Creamy au Gratin Potatoes
Toasted Orzo with Roasted Red Pepper & Charred Corn
Confetti Rice, Sweet Bell Pepper, Grape Tomato, Red Onion, Basil
Duchess Potatoes (seated only)
Green Beans Almondine
Bountiful Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, Sea Salt, Fresh Herbs, Balsamic Reduction
Lemon Zested Asparagus, Shaved Parmesan
Garlic Butter Green Beans
Broccoli, Red Pepper, Carrot & Snow Pea Sautee
Roasted Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Blistered Tomatoes, Herbs
Sautéed Green Beans & Carrots with Shallot Butter
Roasted Honey Balsamic Brussel Sprouts
Orange Spiked Carrots
Pacific Vegetable Medley of Broccoli, Sugar Snap Peas, Orange & Yellow Carrots
Steak House Favorites
Seared to Order Flank Steak
With toppings of:
Crushed Peppercorns and Flash Fried Basil
Chimichurri, Horseradish Cream
Sautéed Mushrooms , Crispy Onions Frites
Twice Baked Red Potatoes filled with Chives and Stilton
Goat Cheese Creamed Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms
Crisp Corn Tortillas and Flour Tortillas
Seasoned Ground Beef & Spicy Shredded Chicken
Toppings to include:
Chopped Tomatoes, Shredded Lettuce,
Jalapeno Peppers, Black Olives
Cheddar Cheese, Salsa,
Guacamole and Sour Cream
Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Tortilla Chips with Salsa & Guacamole
Szechuan Beef, Apricot Chili Glazed Chicken or Fresh Shrimp (select two)
Made to Order Stir Fry with Fried Rice
Thai Chili Sauce, Ginger Soy, Sambal,
Bean Sprouts, Edamame, Scallions
Water Chestnuts, Broccoli, Peppers
Shrimp & Grits
White Cheddar Creamy Stone Ground Grits
Shrimp Sautéed to Order
Shaved Parmesan Curls
Wilted Greens
Hot Sauce
Cornbread
Chopped Salad with Cucumber, Tomato, Bacon and Ranch Dressing
House Smoked Pulled Pork (or chicken)
Blackberry BBQ Sauce and Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce
Slice Golden Yeast Rolls
White Cheddar Mac n Cheese Bar with Toppings to Include:
Bacon, Chopped Tomatoes, Hot Sauce, Parmesan Cheese, Sautéed Mushrooms, Jalapenos, Seasoned Bread Crumbs
Quesadilla Bar (select two)
*Margarita Chicken – Chicken Tomatoes, Basil, Mozzarella
*Mushroom, Zucchini, Sundried Tomato and Monterey Jack Cheese
*Seasoned Shredded Pork, Caramelized Onion, Pepper Jack Cheese
*Gaucho – Chimichurri Steak, Grilled Onions & Peppers
Pico de Gallo
Pineapple Peppadew Salsa
Black Bean & Corn Salsa
Sour Cream
Guacamole
Tortilla Chips
Mini All Beef Hot Dogs
*Chicago – with tomato, mustard, onion, neon relish, sports peppers, pickle, celery salt
*Texas – bbq sauce, cole slaw, pickle spear
*Brooklyn – caramelized onion, bacon, roasted corn, cotija cheese, cayenne pepper
Savory Waffle Bar (choose 2)
*Sweet Corn Jalapeno Waffles, Bourbon Smoked BBQ Pulled Pork
*Sweet Waffle, Fried Chicken, Savory Maple Bourbon Cream
*Herbed Waffle, Mushroom Mélange, Rich Wine Sauce, Shaved Parmesan
*Traditional Waffle, BBQ Braised Beef Short Rib and Green Onion
Chicken Tikka Masala
Boneless Tandoori Chicken simmered in a rich tomato cream sauce with fenugreek
Palak Paneer
Cheese Sautéed with Spinach, Fenugreek and Spices
Daal Tadka
Lentils tempered with onions, curry leaves and herbs
Basmati Rice
Naan
Raita, Mint Chutney, Tamarind Chutney
Penne Pasta tossed in Olive Oil & Fresh Herbs
Served with Assorted Toppings
Shredded Parmesan, Chopped Roasted Garlic, Sautéed Mushrooms, Chopped Tomatoes, Broccoli Florets, Crumbled Sweet Italian Sausage,
Grilled Chicken Breast Pieces, Red & Yellow Peppers
Warm Garlic Bread Sticks
Served with Classic Marinara Sauce and Pesto Cream Sauce
Roasted Red Skin Potatoes filled with
Roasted Poblano Pepper Cream Cheese Topped with Fresh Cilantro
White Cheddar Mac N Cheese Fritter with Jalapeno Aioli
Vermont Cheddar Squares with Fig Hazelnut Jam & Green Apple
Mini Grilled Cheese with Creamy Tomato Soup
Smoked Mozzarella Phyllo Cups
Black Sesame Seeds, Truffle Honey, Figs
Bubbling Three Cheese Puff of Brie, Bleu and Parmesan
Three Cheese and Caramelized Onion Tartlet
Pesto Goat Cheese Crostini with Pear Compote
Buffalo Chicken Bites, Bleu Cheese, Celery
Skewered Coconut Chicken, Mango Chili Dipping Sauce
Chipotle pulled Chicken Tostada,
Cumin Lime Crema, Chopped Cilantro
Spicy Chicken Samosa Wontons with Fresh Cilantro Chutney
Mini Pesto Chicken Flat Bread Pizza
Goat Cheese & Roasted Tomato
Flatbread with Caramelized Shallots, Chopped Bacon,
Truffle Garlic Aioli, Mozzarella and Parmesan
Chicken and Yam Spring Rolls
Pecan Drizzle and Pig Candy
Spinach, Goat Cheese & Apple Wood Smoked Bacon Tarts
“Cherubs on Horseback”
Bacon Wrapped Apricots
Candied Bacon
Soy and Brown Sugar Glazed Water Chestnut Rumaki
Mushrooms Viva Zapata
Mushrooms Stuffed with Sausage, Monterey Jack and Touch of Jalapeno
Mushroom Caps Stuffed with Porcinis and Camembert
Tuscan Stuffed Mushrooms
Roasted Peppers, Mediterranean Green Olives & Asiago
Asparagus Parmesan Puff Pastry Rolls
Marinated Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes & Grilled Vegetable
In Parmesan Croustade with dollop of Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
Cowboy Quesadillas with Shiitakes, Gorgonzola and Red Peppers, Sour Cream
Cheeseburger Wontons with Three Pepper Ketchup
Pecorino Sable
Roasted Roma Tomato, Pesto, Shaved Pecorino Romano
Grilled Goat Cheese, Bacon and
Roasted Tomato Bite with Black Sea Salt
New Age Spanakopita
Spinach, Toasted Pinenuts and Asiago Cheese Wrapped in Phyllo
Globe Grapes filled with Chevre
Topped with Crushed Pistachios, on a bed of Baby Spinach
English Pea Purée Crostini
Goat Cheese, Prosciutto Chip, Candied Lemon Zest
Lemon Mascarpone Stuffed Dates wrapped in Prosciutto
Chorizo filled Dates wrapped with Crispy Bacon
Micro Cheeseburger, Melted Leek Bacon Relish
Artichoke Truffles – Goat Cheese wrapped Artichoke with
Tarragon and Parmesan Cheese on a bed of Baby Spinach
Chicken & Waffles
Raspberry Maple Syrup, Bacon Crème Fraiche
Black & White Sesame Crusted Salmon with Orange Miso or Wasabi Aioli
Charleston Shrimp Salad in Savory Cone
Scallops wrapped in Bacon with an Orange Glaze
Traditional Petite Maryland Crab Cakes with Creole Mayonnaise
“Blackened” Shrimp with Avocado Salsa or Mango Salsa
Coconut Shrimp Skewer with Asian Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce
or Horseradish Honey Mustard
Orange Marinated Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Mini Beef Filet on Toasted Bread Round
with Caramelized Onions and Bleu Cheese
Mini Beef Wellingtons with Chive Aioli
Roasted Beef Tenderloin on Vermont Cheddar & Rosemary Fondue Crostini,
Pink Peppercorn Aioli
Seared Tenderloin on Crostini, Horseradish Cream Cheese Rosette
Seared Szechuan Crusted Ahi Tuna on Asian Risotto Cake
With Sambal Olek & Sweet Chili Aioli
Rare Black and White Sesame Crusted Tuna
On a Rice Cracker with Wasabi Aioli and Crystallized Ginger
Thai Curry Shrimp, Roasted Butternut Squash, Lime, Cilantro, Coconut Flakes
Fat Tire Braised Short Ribs with Piped Gruyere Potatoes Puree
Micro Pot Roast Veg in Shot Glass with Demitasse Spoon
Cascading Fresh Fruit Display
Carved Pineapple, Melon, Grapes, Strawberries and other seasonal fruits
Three Bite Fresh Fruit Kabobs, Pineapple, Kiwi & Seasonal Berries
Prosciutto Wrapped Melon
Charcuterie Board
Bountiful Display of Cured Meats, Imported Cheeses, Pate,
Olives, Nuts, Dried & Fresh Fruits, Fig Hazelnut Jam,
Whole Grain Mustard, Cornichons, Artisan Crackers
(minimum of 25)
Domestic Cheese Display
Swiss, Cheddar and Pepper jack
Fresh Fruit Garnish, Cracker Medley
Bountiful Cheese Display
Domestic and Imported Cheeses
Artistically Presented with Fresh Fruit, Nuts and Assorted Crackers
The International Cheese Board
Variety of Imported Cheeses Garnished with Fresh Fruit
Served with Nuts and Assorted Crackers
Fig, Mascarpone and Pesto Torta
Raspberry Preserves, Fig Garnish
Served with Carr’s Crackers
Bleu Cheese Torte with Port, Figs and Toasted Walnuts
Drizzled with Raspberry Honey, Garnished with Sliced Strawberries
Carr’s Crackers
Bleu Cheese and Cheddar Terrine Encrusted in Almonds with Crackers
Pecan Brie Torta
Brie Sliced and Filled with a Pecan Currant Mixture with Bremmer Wafers
Apple Crisp Baked Brie with Assorted Flatbread Crackers
Artichoke Truffles – Goat Cheese wrapped Artichoke with
Tarragon and Parmesan Cheese on a Bed of Baby Spinach
Greek Torte
Feta, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Pesto & Toasted Pine Nuts
Herb Toasted Pita Chips
Mexican Cheesecake Torte
Monterey Jack, Salsa with Green Chile Peppers
Topped with Diced Tomatoes, chopped Black Olives, Red Onion and Jalapenos – Served with Tortilla Chips
Baked Brie in Puff Pastry with Hot Pepper Jelly, Raspberry or Apricot Preserves
Cold Dips
Served with Crostini’s, Crackers or Tortilla Chips
Traditional Salsa
Bacon, Roma Tomato and Chive Dip
Shrimp Salsa
Fresh Guacamole
Concasse of Tomato, Basil and Garlic
Spicy Corn Dip
Hot Crab Dip with Crunchy Topping and Toasted Flatbread
Warm Spinach Artichoke Parmesan Dip with Bruschetta or Tri Color Tortilla Chips
Tuscan Dip with Italian Sausage, Spinach, Sundried Tomato Served with Crostini
Bruschetta Trio
*Tomato Basil, Garlic Concasse
Tuscan White Bean Dip
*Roasted Tomato Goat Cheese Spread
Served with Herbed Crostini & Crackers
Traditional, Spicy Red Pepper OR Edamame Hummus
with Vegetable Strips and Toasted Pita Chips
Honey Glazed Sweet Potato Pâté with Bleu Cheese Biscotti Coins
Sweet Chili Apricot Glazed Chicken Wings and Drummies
Buffalo Wings and Drummies Served with Bleu Cheese, Ranch and Celery
Chicken Skewers with Pineapple and Red Pepper
Asian Barbecue Sauce
Snow Pea wrapped Lemon Chicken Skewers
Herb Roasted Turkey Breast & Smoked Provolone
on Parkerhouse Roll with Fine Herb Aioli
Herb & Mozzarella Risotto Balls over Diablo Sauce
Julienne Vegetable Moo Shu Wraps
with Plum Hoisin Sauce
Thai Julienne Vegetable Pinwheels with
Mae Ploy & Sambal Cream Cheese
Caprese Kabob
Cherry Tomato, Fresh Basil, Fresh Mozzarella – drizzled with Pesto
Platters of Bountiful Roasted Vegetables Seasoned
With Sea Salt, Fresh Herbs, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Drizzle
Fresh Cut Crudités
Cherry Tomatoes, Red & Yellow Peppers, French Cut Carrots,
Celery, Green Beans & Jicama served with Fresh Dips
Deviled Eggs – choose one
Bacon & Chives; Traditional; Bourbon Bacon Jam; Sriracha
Blackened Flank Steak Pinwheels with Gorgonzola
Flank Steak Rolls with Herbed Feta, Asparagus, Fresh Basil
Skewered Boursin & Flank Rolls with Fresh Herbs
Antipasto Platter
Fresh Mozzarella, Smoked Gouda, Provolone
Capicola, Prosciutto and Salami
Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Red & Yellow Peppers, Piquant Peppers, Marinated Olives,
Bottles of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar
Served with Crusty Bread and Crisp Bread Sticks
Meatballs – (select one type)
(Italian, Sweet & Sour, Teriyaki Pineapple,
Parmesan Pesto or Blackberry BBQ)
Roasted Side of Salmon
Displayed with Sesame Apricot Sweet Chili Glaze & Wonton Crisps
Smoked Salmon Rosettes with Mustard Infused Oil on Black Bread Rounds Sprinkled with Capers
Smoked Salmon Cheesecake with Chopped Red Onion,
Capers, Lemon Zest Served with Bagel Chips
Raw Bar – subject to market price and availability
(Oysters, Clams, Stone Crab, Shrimp and Lobster Claws)
Chilled Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Presented on Ice with Lemon Wedges
Stoli Orange Vodka Cocktail Sauce or Fire Island Cocktail Sauce
Smoked Salmon, Cucumber & Arugula
Pinwheels with Cucumber Dill Cream Cheese
Snow Pea wrapped Shrimp with a
Light Roasted Garlic & Lemon Glaze
Design Your Own Carving Station or Petite Sandwich Board
Price varies based on meat choices, ask your consultant for a quote
Herb & Garlic Crusted Beef Tenderloin
Clove and Mustard Crusted Ham
Seasoned Oven Roast Turkey Breast
Maple Rubbed Pork Tenderloin
Thai Chili Crusted Pork Loin
Chimichurri Rubbed Flank Steak
Stout Braised Beef Brisket
Presented with Silver Dollar & Parker House Rolls & Complimenting Condiments
