Cincinnati Zoo Culinary Menus

Cincinnati Zoo Culinary Menus

Green, Seasonal, and Local A hearty effort has been made to bring local, organic, and sustainable products to your table. From disposable tablewares made from plant products, to the support of local food vendors and wineries, our catering services are eco-friendly. We are committed to conducting our business in an environmentally responsible manner. It is our policy to champion and support the conservation efforts of the Cincinnati Zoo and educate our guests, vendors, and our employees to continuously improve our environmental and social performance. Terms and Conditions Guarantee A minimum guest count, or guarantee, along with confirmation of event details is due 5 business days prior to the event in order to ensure time for ordering and preparation. This information will be considered the basis for billing and planning purposes. After the guarantee date, increases up to 20% will be accommodated. Increases in excess of that amount are subject to availability of necessary materials and may incur expedited delivery charges. Please note that Taste of the Wild Catering will prepare for the number of guests specified. Any overage desired should be built into the guest count given. A guaranteed count may not be decreased. Taste of the Wild Catering will bill for the amount guaranteed or the actual number served, whichever is greater. The preferred method for transmitting the guarantee is via email to your Sales Representative. Menu Pricing All menu prices are subject to 19% service charge and 6.5% sales tax. Buffet prices are based on one trip through per guest. Quoted prices will not be increased for events booked within 6 months of the event date. For events booked further than 6 months in advance, prices will not be increased more than 10% from the original quote.

Breakfasts, Beverages, & Snack Breaks

BREAKFAST SELECTIONS (Groups Under 25 Guests Subject To Approval) Continental Breakfast Assorted breakfast pastries, muffins, & bagels with butter, cream cheese & preserves, seasonal fruit salad. Includes orange juice, coffee (regular & decaffeinated) & herbal tea. Hearty Breakfast Buffet Scrambled eggs, bacon, breakfast sausage, seasoned breakfast potatoes, yogurt & granola parfaits, seasonal fruit salad, assorted breakfast pastries, muffins, & bagels with whipped butter, cream cheese & preserves. Includes orange juice, coffee (regular & decaffeinated) & herbal tea. Healthy Choice Breakfast Sliced fresh seasonal fruits, dried cherries, sliced banana, toasted granola, vanilla yogurt, sliced almonds & raisins. Includes orange juice, coffee (regular & decaffeinated) & herbal tea. All-Day Beverage Service (up to 8 hours) Coffee (regular & decaffeinated), herbal tea, ice water, iced tea & assorted canned sodas. 4-Hour Hot Beverage Service Coffee (regular & decaffeinated), & herbal tea. 4-Hour Cold Beverage Service Assorted canned sodas, ice water, & iced tea. BEVERAGE OPTIONS Make-Your Your-Own Trail Mix Station SNACK BREAKS (Groups Under 25 Guests Subject To Approval) Granola, raisins, chocolate pieces, mixed nuts, pretzel twists, & dried fruits. Rejuvenation Station Selection of whole fruit, dessert bars, brownies, & individually bagged peanuts. Snack Attack Station Individual bags of assorted chips & pretzels, plus a selection of fresh-baked cookies.

Lunch Buffets

LUNCH BUFFETS (Groups Under 25 Guests Subject To Approval) Ice Water & Iced Tea Included Balsamic Grilled Chicken Mixed greens salad with balsamic vinaigrette, grilled marinated chicken breast topped with a fresh tomato concasse, parmesan mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetable sauté, rolls & butter. Build-Your Your-Own Burger Bar 1/3-pound burgers with an array of toppings & condiments: sliced cheese assortment, bacon strips, red onions, caramelized onions, sliced avocados, lettuce, tomato, pickle slices, Dijon horseradish aioli, mustard, mayo, ketchup, & BBQ sauce. With cole slaw & kettle chips as sides. Grilled Chicken Breasts and Veggie Burgers can be added. Wrappers Platter Baja chicken wrapper, Asian beef wrapper, smoked turkey-bacon club wrapper & roasted veggie wrapper. Accompanied by soup of the day, Caesar salad, & bowtie pasta salad. Cincy Field Barbecue Montgomery Inn BBQ pulled pork sliders, Cincinnati style chili with pasta, coney dogs, shredded cheese, diced onions, hot sauce, & oyster crackers. Accompanied by house made kettle chips with BBQ sauce, & creamy coleslaw. Salad Bar & Grill Mixed greens salad & Caesar salad with a selection of cold & hot toppings. Includes these cold toppings: tomatoes, red onions, green onions, cucumber slices, green peppers, diced apples, walnuts, sliced mushrooms, croutons, parmesan cheese, & Swiss cheese. Select from these hot topping options: sliced grilled chicken, sliced grilled flank steak, & roasted salmon. Accompanied by ranch, Italian, raspberry, & French dressings, plus rolls & butter. With 2 hot toppings,, or with 3 hot toppings, and soup of the day can be added. Little Italy Please choose two: baked mostaccioli, Italian sausage with peppers, chicken parmesan, vegetable or meat lasagna. Accompanied by Italian green salad with red wine vinaigrette, garlic breadsticks, parmesan cheese, & red pepper flakes. All Lunch Buffets Can Be Made Available as Dinners ALL-DAY CORPORATE PACKAGE (Up to 8 hours. Groups Under 25 Guests Subject To Approval) Select any meal from the breakfast menu. Add any base-priced meal from the lunch menu. Top it off with any one of the snack breaks. Includes all-day beverage service.

Hors D oeuvres

Our Chef s Featured Creations All featured hors d oeuvres may be presented as butler-passed items, set up as creative stations, & paired with hors d oeuvre displays. Work with our professional sales team to find the combination that best serves you. By Land Pork carnitas in a tortilla cup with cilantro cream Korean beef skewers & kalbi sauce Smoked gouda, chicken, & spinach quesadillas with chipotle salsa Chicken Satay skewers & peanut sauce Mini Cuban sandwiches (roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickle, & mustard) Pepper seared beef tenderloin crostini with gorgonzola & red onion Chicken ligonettes (hand-breaded chicken breast strips) with Dijon, BBQ, & honey mustard By Sea Caribbean crab cake with chili cilantro aioli New Orleans voodoo shrimp with creole bourbon glaze & blue cheese dipping sauce Smoked salmon rolled with whipped lemon caper cream on pumpernickel toast points Southwestern grilled shrimp & roasted corn salsa on tortilla crisps Seared scallops wrapped in apple-thyme bacon with Romesco sauce Vegetarian Smoked tomato soup shooters with gruyere grilled cheese Antipasto skewers: marinated fresh mozzarella, piquant peppers, artichokes, & kalamata olives Vietnamese vegetable spring rolls with sweet ginger soy dipping sauce Baked artichoke crostini Caprese bruschetta (buffalo mozzarella, plum tomato, & fresh basil with balsamic glaze) Golden gazpacho shooters with cilantro crème fraische Petite leek, onion, & goat cheese tarts with basil sprout garnish Blue cheese, dried cranberry, & spiced candied walnut stuffed endive leaves

ARTISAN CHEESE BOARD Selection of domestic & imported cheeses accompanied by rustic breads, assorted crackers, dried fruits & fresh grapes. ANTIPASTO Imported capicola, prosciutto & salami, fresh mozzarella, asiago & smoked provolone cheeses, sweet peppers, marinated olives, garlic bread sticks & flat breads. MAKE-YOUR YOUR-OWN OWN BRUSCHETTA TRIO Toasted Italian bread slices with a selection of three toppings: classic balsamic tomato, Tuscan white bean, & olive tapenade with sun-dried tomato. FLAVORS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN Roasted red pepper hummus, warm feta-artichoke dip, tabbouleh salad, oil cured olives, oven baked pita wedges & rustic bread. DISPLAYED HORS D OEUVRES MARKET FRESH CRUDITÉ Assorted fresh vegetables with creamy avocado & parmesan-peppercorn ranch dips. POBLANO FUNDIDO Tri-colored tortilla chips, queso fundido with chorizo, tomatillo salsa, pico de gallo, & house-made guacamole. SMALL PLATES & TAPAS CHURRASCO Marinated skirt steak, grilled & sliced, then paired with Latin root vegetable relish & served over pickled red cabbage. THAI BEEF SALAD Shredded lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, Thai basil, cilantro, steamed rice, chiles, & Thai vinaigrette. Presented in take-out cartons with chopsticks. TUSCAN CUCUMBER SALAD Parma ham & gorgonzola cheese over fresh dill & cucumber salad. CAPRESE SALAD Roma tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, & balsamic reduction. LAND AND SEA Pan-seared sea scallop with chanterelle mushroom risotto. SHRIMP AND GRITS Creole shrimp & andouille sausage over creamy polenta. Festival Service Upgrade Turn your hors d oeuvres party into an exhibition by presenting your selections as chef-assembled creations. Any of the Chef s features, displays, & tapas may be converted to a crowd-pleasing action station by the addition of culinary attendants. Consult our sales team for a recommended number of attendants for your event.

Plated Courses

FIRST AND SECOND COURSES Includes rolls & butter, coffee & ice water, with iced tea by request (Groups Under 50 Guests Subject To Approval) SALADS Spring mix with cherry tomatoes, English cucumbers, croutons & house vinaigrette Caesar salad with romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese mixed with classic Caesar dressing Baby greens with dried cherries, toasted walnuts, bleu cheese, & house vinaigrette **Choice of Salad is Included with the Purchase of an Entrée** ENTRÉES Rosemary & garlic beef top sirloin steak, roasted red potatoes, & grilled asparagus Wood roasted tenderloin medallions & red wine butter with whipped potatoes & baby vegetables Braised beef short rib with gorgonzola bread pudding & sautéed spinach Lavender rubbed pork loin with sweet potato puree, roasted baby vegetables & port jus Roasted chicken breast with Spanish olive lemon relish, pan roasted fingerling potatoes & rustic ratatouille Herb grilled chicken breast with salsa verde, three potato hash, green beans & carrot batons Grilled chicken breast with artichoke & shiitake sauce, wild rice pilaf, poached asparagus with red pepper batons Pan seared chicken breast with wild mushroom sauce, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, & roasted root vegetables Grilled pacific salmon with adobo sauce, lentil pilaf, braised fennel & orange Pan roasted soy lacquered Alaskan halibut with lime cilantro gastrique, bok choy & rice VEG Roasted vegetable ravioli with basil pesto red pepper cream sauce VEG Grilled portabella mushroom steak with vegetable ribbons, tomato fondue & cilantro **Upgrade to a duet meal by adding the protein portion from any entrée of equal or lesser value**

ADDITIONAL COURSES DESSERTS Chocolate pecan tart with bourbon crème anglaise Chocolate mini bundt cake with fresh berries & cream Red velvet cupcake with shaved white chocolate Cheesecake with toasted hazelnut praline sauce Fresh seasonal berries with fresh whipped cream & honey in a chocolate cup Plated cake assortment (double chocolate, carrot, & cheesecake) Vanilla panna cotta with strawberries Assorted mini desserts, cheesecakes, dessert bars, & petit fours Assorted dessert bars & brownies Fresh baked cookie assortment (2 per person) Vanilla & chocolate UDF ice cream cups ICE CREAM SOCIAL Vanilla ice cream with a selection of toppings: chocolate sauce, strawberry sauce, chopped nuts, whipped cream, sprinkles, & maraschino cherries $1.00 additional to substitute a different flavor of ice cream KIDS MEAL OPTIONS Portioned for ages 2-122 & delivered tableside to designated guests Chicken tenders, potato wedges, & applesauce, with ketchup & BBQ sauce Mac n cheese, carrots, applesauce, & garlic bread Cheeseburger, potato wedges, & applesauce, with ketchup & BBQ sauce Spaghetti & meatballs, applesauce, & garlic bread

Strolling Station & Customizable Dinner Options

STROLLING DINNER & DESSERT STATIONS Includes coffee & water stations *China service available for additional charge* (Groups Under 50 Guests Subject To Approval) THE CARVERY Choose one of these roasted hand carved meats: Roasted top sirloin of beef with green peppercorn mustard & roasted garlic aioli Sage roasted breast of turkey with cranberry orange relish & whole grain honey mustard Cider glazed pork loin with pomegranate, red onion chutney & juniper mustard. Display of petite rolls & butter Seasonal vegetables & new potatoes **Carving attendant included** RISOTTO Toasted arborio rice with guests selection of: Forest mushrooms, tender asparagus, pancetta crisps, grilled chicken, fire roasted tomatoes, pine nuts, baby spinach & freshly grated grana parma Comes with an arugula caprese salad: buffalo mozzarella, roma tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic syrup & cracked black pepper. PASTA DESIGN Two pastas with guests selection of ingredients: Portobello mushrooms, red onions, matchstick carrots, julienned sweet peppers, peas, olives, artichokes, broccoli buds, & baby spinach Italian sausage, shrimp, & smoked chicken Basil pesto, marinara & gorgonzola cream sauces Warm garlic parmesan bread sticks NUEVO LATINO Chef-assembled grilled grouper tacos in corn tortillas with shredded cabbage & citrus pico de gallo Cubano sandwiches with sliced ham, roast pork, Swiss cheese, mustard and pickles Hearts of palm, red onion & avocado salad with Romaine lettuce & mojito vinaigrette Simmered black beans & white rice Plantain chips SENSATIONAL SWEETS Triple chocolate parfaits Decadent fruit display of melon, pineapple, grapes, kiwi, & chocolate-dipped strawberries Petite cheesecakes Brownie bites & lemon bars dusted with sugar GRECIAN VILLAGE Village salad: cucumber, tomato, red onions, kalamata olives, pepperoncinis, feta cheese, & red wine vinaigrette Chicken breast skewers Grilled lamb kabobs Warm pita wedges with roasted red pepper hummus & tzatziki sauce TASTE OF ASIA Vegetable spring rolls with sweet chili sauce Japanese cold soba noodle salad with scallions, red onions, cilantro, basil, carrots, bean sprouts, & snow peas Beef lo mein stir fry Szechuan chicken & peppers stir fry Fried rice Fortune cookies **Served in take-out boxes with chopsticks** Festival Service Upgrade Turn your strolling dinner party into an exhibition by presenting your selections as chef-assembled creations. Any of the stations shown may be converted to a crowd-pleasing action station by the addition of culinary attendants. Consult our sales team for recommended number of attendants for your event. Select any 3 stations, any 5 stations, or all 7 stations.

CUSTOMIZABLE DINNER OPTIONS (Groups Under 50 Guests Subject To Approval) BUFFET STYLE DINNER *China service available for additional charge* Includes rolls & butter, coffee & water stations CHOICE OF SALAD * Traditional Caesar salad * Mixed greens with walnuts, red onion, cherry tomatoes, & your choice of dressing * Grilled chicken with rosemary cream reduction * Roasted pork loin with spiced apple relish * Chicken Marsala with country mushroom blend CHOICE OF ENTRÉE CHOICE OF TWO SIDES * Wild rice pilaf * Roasted new potatoes * Creamy mashed potatoes * Penne pasta Alfredo * Green beans with butter * Roasted zucchini & squash * Peppercorn roasted top round with caramelized onion jus * Roasted chicken breast with artichoke & tomato relish ADD AN ADDITIONAL ENTRÉE FOR FOR $4.95 PER FAMILY STYLE SERVED DINNER *Courses are brought out in bowls and on platters to be passed & shared at the table* Includes rolls & butter, coffee & ice water, with iced tea by request CHOICE OF SALAD * Butter lettuce with bleu cheese, pears, candied walnuts & sherry vinaigrette * Greek salad with plum tomatoes, feta cheese, cucumbers, red onions, & lemon oregano olive oil vinaigrette * Grilled chicken with rosemary cream reduction *Free range chicken with spiced BBQ Grilled top sirloin with mushroom jus *Beef Bourguignon with peppercorn demi glace CHOICE OF TWO SIDES * Parmesan risotto with olive oil * Roasted fingerling potatoes * Yukon truffle mashed potatoes CHOICE OF ENTRÉE PER GUEST * Mixed vegetable stir fry * Green beans almondine * Asparagus & spiced Bearnaise *Pork loin scaloppini with wild mushroom cream sauce * Grilled chicken breast with pan gravy *Pan roasted filet of salmon with leek & caper cream ADD AN ADDITIONAL ENTRÉE FOR FOR $4.95 PER PER GUEST

Bar Services

Hourly Bar Packages Premium Brands Full Bar Package: *Individual Selections May Vary According To Availability* Liquor: Chivas Regal Scotch, Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Grey Goose Vodka, Bacardi Rum & Crown Royal Whiskey. Bottled Beer: Budweiser, Bud Light, & a selection of craft beers from the Great Lakes Brewery, our local partners in sustainability. Red & White House Select Wines. Assorted Canned Sodas (Pepsi Products). Hourly Per Person Rates Open, hosted bar for up to 4 hours. One bartender for every 100 guests. Set-up fees apply. Standard Brands Full Bar Package: *Individual Selections May Vary According To Availability* Liquor: Dewars Scotch, Jack Daniels, Seagram s 7 Whiskey, Seagram s Gin, Finlandia Vodka, Bacardi Rum. Bottled Beer: Budweiser, Bud Light, & a selection of craft beers from the Great Lakes Brewery, our local partners in sustainability. Red & White House Standard Wines. Assorted Canned Sodas (Pepsi Products). Hourly Per Person Rates Basic Bar Package: *Individual Selections May Vary According To Availability* Bottled Beer: Budweiser, Bud Light, & a selection of craft beers from the Great Lakes Brewery, our local partners in sustainability. Red & White House Standard Wines. Assorted Canned Sodas (Pepsi Products) Hourly Per Person Rates

Cash Bars Guests purchase their own beverages. One bar for every 100 guests. Set-up fees apply. Prices for individual items on cash bars: *Individual Selections May Vary According To Availability* Canned Soda (Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sierra Mist) $2.00 Standard Bottled Beer $4.00 Premium Bottled Beer $5.00 House Standard Wine $5.00 House Select Wine $6.50 Champagne (by the bottle only) $27.00 Mixed Drink with Standard Liquor $6.00 Consumption Bars For hosted bars billed on consumption, the base prices are the same as the item prices for cash bars. For bars billed on the basis of drink tickets, the pricing is as follows: $4.50 per ticket for bars with the basic beer & wine selection $5.00 per ticket for bars with the standard beer, wine, & liquor selection $5.50 per ticket for bars with the premium beer, wine, & liquor selection Set-Up Fees & Supplemental Staffing Charges **The same set-up and staffing policies apply to both host and cash bars.** 1 bartender will be provided per 100 guests at no charge. Staffing charges must be applied if additional staff is required.

Rental Services Table Linen Services Black square linen is provided as a standard for guest seating tables. One linen for every eight guests is included for seating with the purchase of a meal. Additional square linen, if needed, are available. An upgrade to floor-length black linen can be provided. Black floor-length linen is provided as a standard for all buffet and beverage station tables with the purchase of a meal, as well as for two more tables of your choice, at no charge. Additional floor-length black linen may be rented. Floor-length black linen for standing high-top cocktail tables are available. White linen may be substituted for black by request. Black or white cloth napkins are provided as a standard for all meals with china service at no charge. Select additional napkin colors are available by request. Specialty rental linen may be provided in a variety of sizes, patterns, & colors. Pricing provided upon request. China and Glassware Services China service, with house gold-rim ivory china pattern, basic flatware and glassware, is included in the price of served, plated meals for parties of up to 125 guests. House china & flatware service for buffet meals is available for up to 125 guests. China service for each guest above 125 can be made available for a rental charge. Basic house glassware service for bars or beverage stations is available regardless of group size. Eco-friendly disposable products will be provided at no charge with any meal or beverage service should china or glassware service not be desired. Options for china, flatware, & glassware upgrades are available in a multitude of styles. Ask one of our sales representatives for a quote on pricing to fit your theme.