Lip Service Catering Phone: (919)859-8100 311 Ashville Ave Cary, NC Website: lipservice-catering.com Email: events@lipservice-catering.com Mckimmon Center Menu August 1 st 2017 July 31 st 2018
Table of Contents Table of Contents pg. 2 Who we are and What we do pg. 3 Catering Policies pg. 4-5 Sandwiches, Wraps & Salads pg. 6-9 Prix Fixe lunch pg. 10 Blue Ribbon Buffet Menu pg. 11-12 Chef Designed Menus pg. 13-14 Receptions pg. 15-16 Beverage Services pg. 17 Page 2 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Who we are and what we do. Simple.Seasonal.Swell. Lip Service Catering is an independently owned business committed to sustainability and local purveyors. We use environmentally friendly practices, packaging, and composting whenever possible. We believe in using simple, healthy, organic and all-natural ingredients. We use these ingredients in everything we make; whether it s our hand-crafted sandwiches and salads or our delicious buffet style meals. Lip Service is able to accommodate vegetarian, vegan and most diet restrictions. We love to create locavore menus and invite you to call on us for a customized menu using the local farms we love. Page 3 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Catering Policies Guarantee Participate Count: A guarantee for the minimum number of participants attending an event will be needed 5 full business days prior to the event date. The guarantee can be increased up to 48 hours (Monday-Friday) in advance of the event. An increase in the number of participants within 48 hours of the event is subject to product and staff availability. The minimum number of participants given 5 business days out will be invoiced, except when the participant count has been increased. Booking: For groups of 100 or more we may require a 50% deposit. For new clients a contract and a credit card may be necessary. Reservations for your event should be made as early as possible to enable us to best serve your group. We understand that it is not always possible to guarantee exact guest counts when first booking. We allow numbers on estimated guest counts to be reduced as follows: 15 business days prior to the event decreases to a maximum of 15% of the original booking number will be allowed 10 business days prior to the event no decreases permitted. Increases to the guest count can be made up to 48 hours prior to the event Billing: Payment is due on the day of the event unless arrangements have been made in advance. We accept payment by check or credit card. Finance charges may apply for overdue accounts. Inclement Weather: If the University officially closes during adverse weather, or threat of impending inclement weather, the client will not incur any charges associated with their event. If the University remains open or has yet to officially close, but the client makes the decision to cancel their event for any weather-related reason, they will be required to inform the caterer 48 hours in advance for groups of less than 100 & 72 hours in advance for group of more than 100, to avoid any charges. If the client does not cancel within the designated time period, they are subject to be billed at the caterer s discretion based on costs incurred. All other scenarios will revert to the normal cancellation policy as stated in the menu. Page 4 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Cancellations: We hope that the need to cancel your event does not arise, but if it should, please call us as soon as possible. Cancellations will be accepted a minimum of ten (10) business days prior to the event with no charge. Cancellations with less notice than stated may result in a charge of 50% of the event cost. Numbers cannot be reduced at the time of cancellation. Cancellation fees will be calculated at 100% of the event cost if cancelled 48 hours or less prior to the event. Leftover Food Policy: In accordance with the Wake County Health Department recommendations regarding food health & safety, it is McKimmon Center policy that all leftover food remains the property of the caterer and cannot be removed from the catered event space by the client. This policy is intended to limit the risk of foodborne illness due to improper handling or storage of leftover food items. All leftover food and drink will be disposed of by the caterer at the conclusion of the meal function. Staff Allowance: All event prices are based on a 2 hour time frame, 1.5 hour time frame for receptions. Additional time is charged at a rate of $1.00 per person per hour or part thereof for groups fewer than 100 and $.50 for groups over 100. If your event requires additional wait staff a charge of $25.00 per hour/per staff member will be added. All meals will be ready to serve 15 minutes prior to the predetermined event start time. Linens: Standard buffet linens are included for no additional charge. Basic Linens for Dining Tables - $12.00 per table Linens are available in classic white and solid colors, upon request. Linen Upgrade: Many styles are available. Price varies depending on linens chosen. China: Standard China Service - $8.00 per guest Standard china service includes; white china dinner plate, salad plate, and dessert plate, water goblet, and silverware. Price includes delivery China Service Upgrade: Charges vary depending upon choice Page 5 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Sandwiches, Wraps & Salads 50 person minimum at McKimmon Center Sandwich & Salad choices are listed on page 7-9 and include pricing. GF Bread add $2.00.pp All prices are subject to local sales tax. Beverage Table with iced tea and water included with all boxes & buffet. Add Organic Lemonade for $12.00 per gallon. Canned Coke, Diet Coke, Sparkling Water $2.00 each San Pellegrino Sparkling Fruit Beverage $2.25 Lunch Box - sandwich, chocolate chip cookie, chips, napkin Salad Lunch Box salad, dressing, chocolate chip cookie, cutlery, napkin Sandwich Buffet Choose up to 5 sandwich varieties Whole sandwich $12.50pp, half sandwich $9.50pp Paper wrapped sandwich halves with field greens salad, chips, cookie tray. Salad Buffet $13.50 pp Field Greens Salad with Ranch & Vinaigrette Choice of Grilled Lemon Thyme Chicken or Herb Poached Chicken Salad Add grilled Flank Steak or Lemon Garlic Seared Shrimp - $3.00 Choice of one side, crackers & crisps, cookie tray Sandwich, Salad & Soup Buffet Choose up to 5 sandwich varieties Whole sandwich $14.50pp, half sandwich $11.50pp Paper wrapped sandwich halves with field greens salad, soup, cookie tray Choice of one Soup for groups under 100, two for groups larger than 100 The Deli Buffet - $14.50 per person Roasted Turkey Breast, Angus Roast Beef, Black Forest Ham, Genoa Salami, Provolone, Cheddar, Swiss & Havarti Cheeses NC pasture raised meats, cold cuts, & cheeses are available at market price. A spread of toppings to dress up your sandwich Local tomatoes, lettuce & cucumbers, Italian olive salad, banana peppers, Pickles, Fresh Breads, mustards & mayonnaise Choice of one side, chips and cookie tray Add Chicken Salad or Lemon Herb Tuna Salad for $2.00 pp Add Grilled & Roasted Vegetables for $2.00 pp, Add Soup for $3.00 per guest Additional Sides available for $3.00 per person. Sides and soups listed on page 9. Page 6 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Sandwiches & Wraps Please order at least 5 of each sandwich and/or salad. Southern Style Chicken Salad $10.50 pp Celery, Sweet Pickle, Dukes Mayonnaise, Lettuce, & Local Tomato Lemon Herb Tuna Salad - $10.50 pp Cento line caught Tuna, Swiss, Lettuce Sharp Cheddar Pimiento Cheese -$10.50 pp Cucumber, Lettuce, & Local Tomato Classic Club- $10.50 pp House roasted Turkey breast, Black Forest Ham, Crispy Bacon, Provolone, Duke s Mayonnaise, Local Tomato & Lettuce Black Forest Ham & Swiss - $10.50 pp Lettuce, Local Tomato, & Da John Mustard BLT - $10.00 pp Double Bacon, Lettuce, Local Tomato, & Duke s Mayo Grilled Chicken Club - $11.00 pp Thinly sliced Chicken Breast, Bacon, Lettuce, Local Tomato, Duke s Mayo Roast Turkey & Provolone - $11.00 pp Lettuce & Local Tomato, Mustard Mayonnaise Turkey, Avocado & Jack - $11.00 pp Roast Turkey, Jack, Avocado, Local Tomato and Lettuce Lemon Basil Aioli Pepper Crusted Angus Roast Beef Sandwich - $11.00 pp Sharp Cheddar, Caramelized Balsamic Onion, Arugula, Tomato Mustard Mayonnaise Classic Italian Hoagie - $11.00 pp Genoa Salami, Black Forest Ham, Provolone, Local Tomato Onion, Italian Olive Spread, Shredded Greens Herbed Olive Oil & Vinegar, Tribeca Bakery Roll Page 7 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Veggie Hoagie (Vegetarian) - $10.00 pp Swiss, Provolone, Marinated Eggplant, Local Tomato, Cucumbers, Onion, Olive Spread, Shredded Greens, Herbed Olive Oil & Vinegar Tribeca Bakery Roll Raw Vegetable & Hummus Sandwich (Vegan) - $10.00 pp Cilantro Hummus, Avocado, Cucumber, Spinach, Sprouts Julienne Carrots, Tomato, Bibb Lettuce Tahini Sauce Julia Child s Chicken Salad Wrap-$10.50 pp Herb Poached Chicken marinated in Lemon, Olive Oil Aioli, Tarragon & Parsley tossed with Celery, Toasted Walnuts (or NC Pecans), Shredded Greens Mediterranean Wrap (Vegetarian) - $10.00 pp Cilantro Hummus, Feta, Cucumber, Grated Carrot, Chopped Tomato, Marinated Eggplant, Kalamata Olives, Shredded Greens, & Dill Yogurt Ginger Sesame Chicken Meatball Banh Mi $10.50 pp House-made Chicken Meatballs, Chili Mayo, Pickled Carrot and Cucumber Basil and Cilantro, Tribeca Bakery Baguette Vegan Banh Mi (vegan) $10.50 Red Curry Delight Soy Protein Patty (non gmo soy) Chili Veganaise, Pickled Carrot & Cucumber with Basil and Cilantro, Tribeca Bakery Baguette Salads Ten Spice Chicken Salad - $11.0 pp Mixed Greens, Ten Spice Grilled Chicken, Fresh Gold Pineapple Grilled Onion, Red Pepper, & Ginger Citrus Dressing Classic Greek Salad - $10.50 pp Field Greens, Kalamata Olives, English Cucumbers, Red Pepper, Pepperoncini, Thinly Sliced Sweet Onion, Balsamic Marinated Red Beans, Feta, & Red Wine Oregano Vinaigrette With Grilled Lemon Thyme Chicken $11.50 Barbecued Chicken Cobb Salad - $11.00 pp Mixed Greens, Grilled BBQ Chicken, Bacon, Avocado, Blue Cheese, Tomato, & Boiled Egg, Your choice of Vinaigrette or Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Miracle Bowl Kale Salad (vegan) $10.50 pp Mixed Power Greens, Tomato, Cucumber, Carrot, Beet Walnut Dill Salad, Avocado, Pepita & Chia Seeds, Marinated Red Beans, Lemon Tahini Dressing Page 8 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Sides Zapp s or Route 11 Potato Chips (individual bags) Roasted Tomato Basil Pasta Macaroni Salad Creole Potato Salad The following sides are both Gluten Free and Vegan New Potatoes with Pesto Vinaigrette Miso Cucumber Noodle Salad Broccoli Salad with Overnight Tomatoes, Pecans & Dijon Vinaigrette Apple Cider Sweet Potato Salad Beet, Walnut & Dill Salad Rainbow Vegetable Slaw Fresh Fruit add $1.00 pp except in box lunch sides Soups Soup Kettles can be added to any Sandwich/ Salad menu $3.00 pp Must order for at least 50 percent of group Tomato Corn Chowder, New England Style Clam Chowder Vegetarian Chili (vegan), (Cheese, Sour Cream & fresh Jalapenos on the side) Farmers Market Seasonal Vegetable Soup Chicken Orzo with Vegetables Sweet Potato & Coconut with Red Curry & Cilantro (vegan) Eggplant Lentil Dahl (vegan) Sweet Potato, Jalapeno & Corn Bisque Marcella s Minestrone di Romagna Give us a call to discuss our soups of the season. Page 9 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Prix Fixe lunch PRIX FIXE: noun \ˈprē-ˈfēks, -ˈfiks\ a complete meal offered at a fixed price Lunch only - $12.00 per person (40 person minimum at McKimmon Center) Field Greens Salad House-made Vinaigrette & Ranch Dressing Iced Tea, Water & Our Callebaut Chocolate Chip Cookie included Herb Poached Chicken Salad & Broccoli Salad (GF) Herb poached chicken salad with grapes & NC pecans broccoli salad, dijon vinaigrette, overnight tomatoes & basil crackers & flat breads Singapore Noodles with 10 Spice Chicken (GF) Local all natural chicken rubbed with our 10 spice paste & grilled rice noodles tossed with organic carrot, bok choy, shitake mushrooms, snow peas, red pepper, and zucchini Market Pasta with Grilled Lemon Thyme Chicken Market Pasta; an assortment of grilled market vegetables, fresh herbs, spinach, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, tossed with pasta. grilled lemon thyme marinated all natural NC chicken. Tribeca Bakery baguettes Barbecue Chicken with Mac n Cheese Fresh local chicken grilled and glazed with our house made sauce. Baked macaroni in a classic béchamel sauce with extra sharp cheddar, fontina, and parmigiano reggiano. Yeast rolls Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuit Crust Herb poached chicken smoked chicken stock, tender vegetables & topped with homemade biscuits either sweet potato or buttermilk. vegetarian version available Page 10 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Blue Ribbon Buffet (40 person minimum at McKimmon Center) Price includes Bread Basket with Yeast Rolls & fresh Breads Iced Tea & Ice Water included. Lemonade available for $12.00 per gallon Compostable Disposables included. China Service information pg. 5 Please choose one of the following options for the entire group Main Dish + Two sides & Dessert Lunch $13.50 pp Dinner 15.50 pp Main Dish + Three sides & Dessert Lunch $15.00 pp Dinner $17.00 pp Two Mains + Two sides & Dessert Lunch $18.00 pp Dinner $20.00 pp Two Mains + Three sides & Two Desserts Lunch $19.50 pp Dinner $21.50 pp Vegetable Plate Buffet - 4 sides + Dessert Lunch $12.50 pp Dinner $14.50 pp Main Dish Cornbread stuffed Chicken Breast with Tomato Gravy Honey Pecan Chicken Barbecue Chicken with our House made Sauce Chicken with Roasted Lemon Butter Sauce, Artichokes, Garlic & Thyme Rosemary Garlic Butter Seared Flank Steak (add $2.00) Brown Sugar Ketchup Glazed Meatloaf (Poultry Meatloaf available) Brinkley Farm Cornmeal Crusted Trout with Smoked Tomato Butter Baked Shrimp & Feta with Roma Tomatoes, Basil & Oregano Shrimp Creole Crab Cakes, Panola Buerre Blanc (add $2.00) Spice Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Apple Basil Pesto Hand Pulled Hickory Smoked Pork Barbecue with our Trio of Sauces (Lip Service Sauce, Eastern Carolina Vinegar & Mustard) Grilled Sweet & Hot Italian Sausages with Peppers & Onions Carolina Tomato Pie (Vegetarian) Farro & Brown Rice Vegetable Stuffed Pepper (Vegetarian or Vegan) Baked Eggplant with Greek Tomato Sauce & Smoked Mozzarella (Vegetarian) Page 11 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Blue Ribbon Buffet continued Sides Mixed Green Salad with House-made Ranch & Vinaigrette BLT Salad, Buttermilk Vinaigrette, Croutons Tomato Cucumber Salad with Pink Onions Broccoli Salad with Pecans, Overnight Tomatoes & Dijon Vinaigrette Sautéed Seasonal Greens with Parmesan & Garlic Green Bean & Mushroom Gratin Green Beans with Lemon Butter & Toasted Almonds Tender Cooked Green Beans with Tomato, Onion & Herbs Vegetarian Red Beans & Rice Brown Rice with Roasted Cauliflower, Peas & Charred Scallion Butter Roasted Cauliflower& Carrots with Ginger & Cumin Hasselback Potato Gratin New Potatoes with Parsley, Scallion & Black Pepper Butter Rosemary Roasted Sweet & New Potatoes Sharp Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese New Orleans Style Spaghetti Bordelaise Corn Pudding Cheddar Crusted Zucchini or Broccoli Casserole Roasted Root Vegetables with Grapes & Rosemary (Fall & Winter) Lemon Parsley California Brown Rice Succotash Carolina Style (Lima Beans, Corn, Sweet Onion & Tomato) Desserts Groups over 80 guests may choose 2 desserts Additional Desserts $3.00 per person Caramel Glazed Sweet Potato Bundt Cake Coconut Filled Chocolate Bundt Cake Cream Filled Chocolate Roll Cake Hershey s Perfect Chocolate Cake Vanilla Sheet Cake with Caramel Icing Old Fashioned Butter Pound Cake with Seasonal Fruit & Warm Vanilla Cream Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding Seasonal Pies Buttermilk Pannacotta, Strawberry Vanilla Bean Sauce Chocolate Pots de Crème Chocolate Marquis (individual flourless cake) Seasonal Fruit Cobbler or Crisp A Tray of Our House made Bite-Sized Desserts House Cookie Tray, Oatmeal Raisin, Chocolate Chip, Lemon, Peanut Butter GF Other Seasonal Desserts may be available just ask. Page 12 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Chef Designed Menus (40 person minimum at McKimmon Center) Served Buffet Style Substitutions are not available for the selections below. (China and Linen service available see page 5) Italian Dinner - $17.50 per person Mista Salad Soft Greens, Tender Herbs, Kirby Cucumbers & Sweet Summer Tomato Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette, Parmesan Curls & Roasted Garlic Focaccia Croutons Grilled Chicken with Marsala & Wood Smoked Mushrooms Spinach Ricotta Crespelle Bechemel, Fresh Tomato Sauce Haricot Verts with Fried Almonds Southern / Italian Bread Basket Lemon Tart with Macerated Berries Mediterranean Style - $19.00 per person Arugula Salad with Lemon & Extra Virgin Olive Oil Spice Rubbed Grilled Chicken Lemon Olive Oil Marinated Chicken, with Zatar Spice Seared Shrimp with Tomato & Feta Yogurt Spaghetti with Spinach, Pine Nuts, Parsley & Parmesan Greek Green Beans Chocolate Roulade Page 13 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Chef Designed Menus cont. French Bistro - $23.00 per person Seared Salmon with Dijon Cream Soufflé Spinach Stuffed Portobello With Provençale Tomato Sauce Potatoes Anna Layers of Sliced Potatoes with Butter and Thyme Baked Golden Brown Herb Scented Sauté of Artichoke Hearts, Carrot, and Peas Tribeca Oven Baguettes with Unsalted Butter Rustic Apple Tart New Mexican Barbecue - $21.00 per person Carne Adobado New Mexican, Marinated, Smoked Pulled Pork Grilled Marinated Chicken with Tomato Avocado & Corn Salsa Stewed Pinto Beans with Cilantro & Tomato Mashed Potatoes with Cheddar & Poblanos Southwest Slaw with Lime Cumin Vinaigrette Green Chile Cheese Cornbread Tres Leches Cake Asian Influenced $21.00 per person Kale, Bibb & Arugula Salad with Mango, Cucumber Ginger Citrus Vinaigrette Thai Grilled Skirt Steak Cashew Chicken Red Curry Vegetables Toasted Coconut & Green Onion Jasmine Rice Individual Green Tea Cheese cakes with Caramelized Pineapple Page 14 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Reception Menus (Minimum of 50 Guests at Mckimmon Center, Reception Time 1 to 1 ½ hours) Grazing Menu - $16.50 per guest Smoked Marinara Chicken Meatballs Spiced Steamed Shrimp with Lemon Oregano Cocktail Sauce Raw Vegetable Platter with Cilantro Hummus, Creamy Dill Chive Dip Cheese Plate with Fruit, Crackers & Crisps Pecan Crusted Goat Cheese Pops, Havarti, Sharp Cheddar Roasted Pepper Cheese Ball Bite Sized Dessert Tray Recepción por la Tarde - $17.50 per guest Fresh Fried Corn Chips with Pico de Gallo & Guacamole New Mexican Green Chile & Cheese Quesadillas Mexican Chicken Meatballs Chile Lime Seared Shrimp Skewers Spiced Pecans & Roasted Almonds Brownie Truffles & Coconut Macaroons Page 15 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Reception Menus cont. Carolina Picnic - $20.50 per guest Carolina Grilled Shrimp A Trio of Bite Sized Southern Favorites Yeast Rolls with Hickory Smoked BBQ, Carolina Mustard Sauce Chicken Salad Tartlets Open Faced Pimiento Cheese & Cucumber Sandwich Carolina Blue Crab Dip with Toasts & Crisp Vegetable Sticks Latta Farm Deviled Eggs Ginger Pecans Bite Sized Dessert Tray Dinner by the Bite $23.50 per guest This menu is perfect for those groups who want something substantial for their reception. Chilled Spiced Jumbo Shrimp Served with Lemon Oregano Cocktail Sauce Rosemary Steak & Roasted Potato Skewers Carolina Blue Crab Dip with Focaccia Crisps Wine Poached Pear and Basil Chicken Sausage Skewer Roasted Tomato & Goat Cheese Toast Goat Lady Chevre, Over-night Tomato, Shredded Basil, and Parmigianino Vegetable Crudité With Bacon Horseradish Dip & Pimiento Cheese Bite Sized Flourless Chocolate Cakes, Lemon Tartlets, Layered bars Page 16 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -
Beverage Services Beverages by the Gallon Each Gallon serves 10 12 Guests Iced Tea - $10.00 Lemonade - $12.00 Cranberry Lemon Tea Punch $12.50 Iced or Hot Chai Tea Lattes $24.00 Bottled or Canned Beverages San Benedetto Sparkling or Still Water (1Liter) -$4.00 Individual Canned Sodas - $2.00 San Pellegrino Sparkling fruit Beverage $2.25 Coffee bar featuring Raleigh Roasters Coffees Sweeteners, Half & Half, Low fat Milk Available for 30 or more guests Disposable Cups $3.00 per guest Glass Mugs $4.00 per guest Alcohol Beverage Services Bartenders are available for $40.00 per hour with 3 hour minimum to include set up and clean up. One bartender will be required per 75 guests when serving alcohol. Beer and wine sales must be handled through Lip Service Catering when hiring Lip Service bar staff for your event. Additional service may be suggested based on the circumstances of the event. No cash bar, drink tickets or keg service allowed. Beverage Service for 1 1.5 hours Soft Drinks, Lemon Cranberry Iced Tea 2 domestic Beers, 1 imported or local craft beer, two white & two red wines $12.00 per guest plus NC Sales Tax Wines and Beers may also be purchased by the bottle. Please call to discuss our current offerings and prices. Page 17 - lipservice-catering.com (919) 859-8100 -