Culinary Lookbook SPRING / SUMMER 2017 1
Presenting Our Spring/Summer Menu A Note from Executive Chef German Villatoro Hola Friends, As the company s Executive Chef overseeing our Spring/ Summer Menu, I m excited to share that we are continuing to take a scientific approach to serving groups, not only in business settings but also now in more corporate-meets-social settings such as galas, corporate receptions, and benefit dinners. Our farm-to-table approach evolves to bring this season s best ingredients from the most respected regional suppliers and their local partners. We re bringing in the freshest produce from Baldor and our partner farms in the Northern Hudson valley. Our quality meats are sourced from Master Purveyors, and our cheese is from Murray s and other creameries in the Finger Lakes region. What we re most excited about is the amazing selection of legumes from this season s harvest golden pea shoots, dried cannellini beans, snow peas, green beans, and bean sprouts. Our research has proven that most participants at corporate-meets-social events prefer menu simplicity over being intimidated by the unpronounceable. We aim to provide a menu that reflects what people feel comfortable eating, and further enhance that through freshness and a hint of surprise and delight. Our love and passion for this menu stems from the belief that food has the power to bring people together. I hope that your future event with us allows for a culinary experience that your attendees will praise you for. As always, we are happy to assist you in customizing your experience to ensure that you have the perfect program while you re here! Saludos, German Villatoro 2
Spring/Summer 2017 Spotlight A SAMPLE OF OUR BEST SWEET, SAVORY, AND EVERYTHING IN-BETWEEN 3
Above: English pea and mint shooter, black truffle emulsion FEATURED SPRING SUMMER MENU ITEM: LEGUMES The sight of pea shoots is one of the first signs that spring is here. Peaking in spring and fresh all summer long, seasonal legumes such as golden pea shoots, dried cannellini beans, snow peas, and green beans are some of the most versatile and delicious items on our Spring/Summer Menu. Our legumes are sustainably sourced and prepared fresh daily by our on-site chefs. Their exquisite fresh flavors complement many dishes of the season, including the English Pea & Mint Shooter, perfect for an energizing afternoon snack to power through the day, or a refreshing hors d oeuvres for a networking reception. Simple, light, and approachable to all palates, there s no better way to enjoy legumes from the spring harvest. This menu item is available on our reception menu as well as an enhancement for our meeting packages. 4
Lunch Buffet Buffet at 237 Park Ave The Club 5
Cauliflower Salad Green peas, edamame, golden raisins, goat cheese, sunflower seeds, mint, parsley, toasted cumin vinaigrette 6
Peppered Beef Sandwich Smoked cheddar cheese, watercress, spicy candied shallots, horseradish cream, onion roll 7
Chef s Spanish Seafood & Chorizo Paella Chicken, green olives, Valencian rice, saffron, scallions 8
Our Nourish Bar Convene @ 237 Park Ave. Nourishing the Body and the Mind Nourish has become one of Convene s most important and beloved design concepts within all of our venues. Providing unlimited snacks and drinks that are easily accessible, to help fuel participants through the day. The ease of use gives attendees the same feeling of comfort they have when opening a best friend s refrigerator. The comfortable environment Nourish provides allows for collaboration, learning, and productivity to happen most effectively. Each Nourish station is stocked with sweet and savory snacks, plenty of caffeine, and other hot and cold beverages. We are constantly curating and sourcing different products from local partners to always keep our Nourish offerings fresh and current. 9
Mezze Table Hummus, tzatziki, marinated artichokes, fire roasted red peppers, baba ganoush, spiced olives, assorted crackers 10
Tuna Poke Cone Seaweed, miso glaze 11
Azteca Avocado Toast Multigrain toast, crushed avocado, queso fresco, toasted pepitas, shaved radishes, pickled peppers 12
Basic Breakfast Greek yogurt, crunch quinoa granola, fresh selection of baked pastries, hardboiled egg 13
Convene Signature Cocktail Prosecco, fresh squeezed key lime juice, simple syrup, contrau 14
Gin & Tonic Gin, tonic water, lime 15
TOP Assorted Pastries Fresh berries BOTTOM Carrot Cake Fresh berries 16