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A CLASSIC COMMITMENT Imagination, craft and inspiration lie at the center of The Classic Catering People s vision of honoring food traditions while embracing new tastes and techniques. As a locally owned, certified Women s Business Enterprise, the Classic team has been bringing people together over memorable cuisine at the National Aquarium for over 30 years. Along the way, we have served our community as passionately as our clients. Every year, we partner with environmental, arts and health organizations throughout Maryland and D.C. to help these communities thrive. Because the only thing more satisfying than bringing people together for a great meal, is bringing them together for a good cause. We re fundraisers, volunteers, donors and board members as well as caterers. SUSTAINABILITY AND COMPOSTING Our spirit is rooted in a commitment to the environment through composting, recycling and continually seeking greener ways to work. In partnership with the National Aquarium s mission to celebrate and nurture the world s aquatic habitats, our menu offers Best Choice or Good Alternative seafood as outlined by Seafood Watch. As a member of the Oyster Recovery Partnership Shell Recycling Alliance, the shells rom the native Eastern or American oysters served at our events, are collected and used to support oyster population growth the Chesapeake Bay. Our commissary and kitchens have implemented a 100% composting program for all waste. LOCALLY SOURCED AND SEASONAL OFFERINGS Baltimore and the surrounding communities have made our success possible. Our support of the local, organic and fair trade purveyors and products are an ongoing part of our menu development and food service delivery. We maintain a small, yet reliable herb garden during the spring, summer and fall months. This garden has been providing herbs to our kitchen for over 15 years. The Classic Catering People 99 Painters Mill Road Owings Mills, Maryland 21117 410.356.1666 www.classicatthenationalaquarium.com www.classiccatering.com
BUTLERED HORS D OEUVRES Maryland Style Classic Crab Cakes cocktail sauce Jumbo Lump Crab Cone white truffle oil sabayon served in a savory cone Scottish Smoked Salmon Maki Australian candied ginger, toasted pistachio, fresh chives, cream cheese Salmon and Haddock Fish Cake tomato mayonnaise Seared Mediterranean Shrimp with an Orange Crust lemon aioli Grilled Mediterranean Gulf White Shrimp roasted red pepper rémoulade Seared Ahi Tuna with Black Sesame Seed Crust wasabi mirin glaze, micro cilantro Housemade Duck Confit Spring Roll Napa cabbage, 5 spice, shiitake mushrooms orange balsamic syrup Beef Empanadas Tartlets topped with Mexican farmers cheese Colorado Lamb Tenderloin Tandoori grilled flat bread round Cabernet Braised Short Ribs Anson Mills grit cakes Angus Tenderloin Crostini with Horseradish Parfait Local Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio crispy Parmesan tullie, housemade pickled red onions Korean Beef Barbecued Burger Slider petite brioche roll PAGE 1 of 2
Za atar Chicken Brochettes Ras El Hanout yogurt dip Japanese Chicken Yakitori marinated grilled chicken with scallions Vietnamese Spicy Lime and Micro Cilantro Chicken Skewers lemongrass ginger dip Steamed Peking Duck Pancakes hoisin sauce, scallion, chive ribbon Steamed Asian Buns with Berkshire Pork Belly sambal cured cucumber Beet, Goat Cheese and Bacon Mini Napoleon on a Stick Arancini arborio rice, Parmesan cheese, sweet basil, house made marinara sauce Shiitake Chopsticks raspberry hoisin sauce Eggplant, Fresh Mozzarella, Oven Roasted Tomatoes and Basil House Made Vegetarian Samosas coriander chutney Cherry Glen Goat Cheese and Oven Dried Plum Tomatoes toasted house made lavosh Smoked Mozzarella and Sun-dried Tomato Farro Risotto Cake tomato-basil relish Iceberg Wedge on a Fork with Maytag Blue Cheese Dip Please select six hors d oeuvres. $18 per guest for one hour In season we will be using locally sourced products PAGE 2 of 2
STATIONARY HORS D OEUVRES The Classic Catering People Signature Crab Fondue dry sack Sherry French bread rounds $5.00 per guest Bruschetta Bar roasted red pepper and capers hummus with olive oil and sumac heirloom tomatoes, aged Parmesan, basil crostinis, quinoa flatbread $4.50 per guest International Cheese Display Jarlsberg, Vermont cheddar, brie, dill havarti seedless grapes and strawberries assorted Carr crackers, honey mustard $5.00 per guest Local Cheese and House Made Chutneys wedges of Chapel Hill cheddar, Bay Blue, Allegheny goat cheese dried apricots and fresh grapes housemade pear and cranberry chutney (Fall and Winter) peach chutney (Spring and Summer) French bread rounds, housemade lavosh, assorted crackers $6.00 per guest Chicken Nacho Dip shredded Southwestern chicken, cream cheese, jalapeno, red onion, Monterey jack cheese, cumin, chili powder crispy housemade rainbow tortilla chips $4.50 per guest Cheesesteak Dip ribeye, caramelized Vidalia onions, provolone cream cheese, roasted peppers crispy French bread rounds $4.50 per guest PAGE 1 of 2
Old Bay Steamed Shrimp a local tradition 1/3 pound of 16/20 count shrimp peeled and deveined cocktail sauce, Tabasco rémoulade sauce $12.00 per guest Scottish Smoked Salmon diced onions, eggs, micro dilled crème fraiche French bread rounds, Russian dark bread, Carr crackers $6.00 per guest Housemade Crispy Potato Chips with Old Bay onion dip $3.00 per guest PAGE 2 of 2
A CLASSIC CATERED EVENT GUIDELINES ALL MENU & BAR PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO SERVICE PERSONNEL, RENTALS AND SALES TAX TABLES, CHAIRS AND LINENS The Classic Catering People and The National Aquarium in Baltimore have an inventory of tables and chairs available in the various event spaces. Based on your event requirements, additional rentals may be required. Inventory includes: 60 Rounds $11.00 72 Rounds $13.50 30 Round Stand Up Cocktail Tables $10.00 36 Round Cocktail Tables $8.50 6 Tables $8.50 8 Tables $8.50 Linen Napkins $1.00 Linen Tablecloths $18-25.00 Designer Linens $20-35.00 Wood or Melamine Folding Chairs $4.50 Wood Bar Stools $13.00 Chiavari Chairs $8.00 Chiavari Bar Stools $16.00 Dance Floor, if required in Pier 3 Overlook Varies Staging $75-150.00 Tent Party Rentals $600 - $900 Pipe and Drape $6.00 per foot Furniture Removal, if required for Pier 4 Atrium Varies Delivery, Set-up and Dismantle Fees, based on timing and logistics Varies CHINA, SILVER, GLASSWARE AND CATERERS SERVICE EQUIPMENT You have several options available at The National Aquarium in Baltimore. China, silver and glassware are permitted in many of the exhibit spaces throughout the Aquarium. In those spaces that require the use of disposable guestware, we offer a choice of red plasticware or a 100% biodegradable plate, napkin, cup and cutlery set. China, Silver, Glassware and Caterers Table Top Biodegradable and Red Plastic Options $8-15.00 per guest $6.00 per guest SERVICE PERSONNEL Once the event concept is determined and at the initial time of proposal, our Account Executive will provide a detailed summary of the service personnel required for the event. Charges for our service personnel are $35/hour or fraction thereof, per staff member, for a minimum of 5 hours. Chefs and party managers are billed at the rate of $35/hour or fraction thereof, for a minimum of 5 hours. This includes set-up, actual party time, clean-up and breakdown. EVENT PARTNERS Please inform your Classic Catering People Account Executive of any event partners that will contribute to the event. Musicians, florists, decor companies or other sub-contractors can be coordinated by our team. The National Aquarium in Baltimore provides access to the venue two hours prior to the event time for set up and one hour after the event ends for breakdown. PAGE 1 of 2
CONTRACTS/GUARANTEES/DEPOSITS/PAYMENT A non-refundable deposit of $1000 is due with a signed contract. An additional 60% of the estimated bill is due three weeks prior to the event date. The final balance is due five days prior to the event date, based on the final guarantee provided. Billing will be based on the greater of the final guarantee received or the actual guest count. MARYLAND STATE TAX Maryland State Tax is 6% and will be added to all charges for food, beverages, rentals, equipment and service personnel. An additional 3% Maryland State Tax is required on all alcohol and alcohol related services. PAGE 2 of 2