THE COMPLETE HOLIDAY MENU Enjoy a complete holiday meal including appetizers, dinner buffet, holiday dessert station, beverages, holiday linen, China and décor for $50 per person. Select your choice of two entrées, two salads, one side, one vegetable and two desserts. APPETIZERS Brie and Cranberry Chutney Crostini (V) Bacon and Blue Cheese Stuffed Mushroom (GF) Chicken Salad Slider With cranberry and walnuts SALADS Select two: Spinach Salad (GF) (V) With cranberries, candied nuts and goat cheese tossed in balsamic vinegar and oil Kale and Bulgar Citrus Salad (V) With balsamic glaze Classic Caesar Salad Garden Salad (GF) (V) Wild Rice Waldorf Salad (GF) (V) ENTRÉE OR CARVED MEAT Select two: (Add third entrée for $7 per person) *Slow-Roasted Beef Top Round (GF) With horseradish cream *Hand-Carved Tenderloin (GF) market price per person *Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast (GF) With cranberry relish *Prime Rib (GF) With horseradish cream market price per person Apple-Brined Pork Loin (GF) With thyme caramelized onions and apples with maple-shallot beurre blanc 3
Pecan-Crusted Salmon Braised Beef Short Ribs (GF) Herb-Roasted Chicken Breast (GF) With pan jus Stuffed Portabella Mushroom Caps (GF) (V) SIDES Select one: Mashed Potatoes (GF) (V) Roasted Red Potatoes (GF) (V) Candied Yams with Pecan Crumble (GF) (V) Traditional Stuffing VEGETABLES Select one: Green Bean Almandine (GF) (V) Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Vinaigrette (GF) Cauliflower Gratin (V) Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots (GF) (V) HOLIDAY DESSERT STATION Select two: Bread Pudding Eggnog Crème Brûlée (GF) Sweet Potato Pecan Pie Chocolate Eclairs Caramel Apple Empanada *Carved items require a station attendant per 100 guests ($75 per attendant) (GF) Gluten Friendly (V) Vegetarian 4
COMPLETE HOLIDAY APPETIZERS Enjoy a complete set of holiday appetizers that includes water and lemonade, holiday linen, China service and décor for $28 per person (based on one hour of service) Add on a second hour of service for $8 per person Holiday Antipasto Board Includes a selection of meats and cheeses, chef s assorted accompaniments, bread and Lavosh Spinach and Artichoke Fondue Served with bread and crudités Bacon and Blue Cheese Stuffed Mushroom Maple Glazed Meatballs TRADITIONAL HOLIDAY MEALS Your choice of one carved meat accompanied by: spinach salad with dried cranberries, goat cheese and candied nuts tossed with balsamic vinegar and oil; mashed potatoes and gravy; green bean almandine; and chocolate eclairs Price listed is per person, add on traditional stuffing for $3 per person CARVED MEAT *Turkey Dinner (GF) $28 With cranberry relish *Prime Rib (GF) market price With horseradish cream *Glazed Ham (GF) $28 *Famous Beef Tenderloin (GF) market price *Carved items require a station attendant per 100 guests ($75 per attendant) HOLIDAY ADD-ON FUN Hot Beverage Souvenir Cups $6.75 per mug Includes (1) hot beverage: hot chocolate or hot cider Cookie Decorating $5 per person Includes sugar cookies, sprinkles, candies, red, green and white frosting Park Warming Station $11.75 per person Vouchers are redeemable only the night of the event for a souvenir hot chocolate and bag of popcorn Santa s Candy Shop $6 per person A fun display of your favorite assorted holiday candies Santa Chair $100 per night 3-D Glasses $2 per piece Glow Wands $10 per piece (GF) Gluten Friendly (V) Vegetarian 5
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THERE S AN APP FOR THAT Choose three appetizers for $15 per person based on one hour service Add a second hour of service for $5 per person Includes water and lemonade for the duration of your rental PASSED APPETIZERS Passer fee of $50 per passer (1 passer per 50 guests is recommended).. Avocado Taco (V) On a flour tortilla with cilantro-cabbage salad Smoked Salmon Mousse On a cucumber wheel Albacore Poke With pineapple, tossed peanut, ginger, green onion, wonton crisp Tostada (V) With cilantro cabbage salad, cotija cheese, fresh lime Stuffed Mushroom Cap (V) With spinach feta Truffle Mac and Cheese Fritter (V) Artichoke Fondue (V) Served with pita chips and crudité Signature Deviled Egg Maple Glazed Meatball Vegetable Spring Roll (V) With sweet chili dipping sauce Truffle Steak Tartare (GF) Satay Select one: Spicy Thai Chicken Teriyaki Beef Coconut Shrimp STATIONED APPETIZERS Antipasto Assortment of grilled vegetables, Italian meats, cheeses, olives, bread and Lavosh Sliders Select one: Cheeseburger with remoulade sauce Falafel with hummus and cucumber yogurt (V) Pulled pork with crispy onions and peppermash sauce Reuben with house pastrami, sauerkraut and remoulade 7
Skillets Select one: Shrimp and white cheddar grits with green tomato jam White cheddar sweet corn grits with poblano (GF) (V) Crispy Brussels sprouts with chili soy glaze (V) Loaded baked potato (GF) Dips and More Select one: Spinach-artichoke fondue with pita chips and tortilla chips (V) Red pepper hummus with flatbread and crudité (V) Onion ranch dip with house-made chips Empanadas Select one: Steak and cilantro Buffalo chicken Smoked tomato mozzarella (V) Assorted Crostini Select two: Tomato, mozzarella, basil and balsamic glaze (V) Brie and fresh berry (V) Olive and artichoke tapenade (V) Smoked trout mousse Petit Panini Press Select one: Croque monsieur (grilled ham and cheese) Apple brie (V) Goat cheese with fig jam (V) Cheddar, bacon and caramelized onions WALKING SALADS Select two: Caprese Salad (GF) Heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil pesto and balsamic glaze Roasted Beet Salad (GF) Red and golden beets, candied pecans, goat cheese and citrus vinaigrette Panzanella Salad (V) Ciabatta bread, tomato, red onion, garlic and herbs tossed in olive oil and balsamic vinegar Greek Pasta Salad (V) Cavatappi pasta, artichoke, grape tomato, roasted pepper, red onion, feta cheese and lemon vinaigrette (GF) Gluten Friendly (V) Vegetarian 8
PLATED SERVICE PLATED DINNER $45 PER PERSON Make any entrée a duo entrée for $15 per person SALAD Select one ROASTED BEET SALAD Goat cheese, orange, arugula, candied pecan and citrus vinaigrette (GF) (V) FRISÉE BLT Heirloom tomato, chive, crouton and bacon vinaigrette *KALE CAESAR Shaved Parmesan, grilled crouton and Caesar dressing WEDGE STYLE Tomato, shaved red onion, rendered bacon, blue cheese dressing and balsamic glaze (GF) BUTTER LETTUCE Grape tomato, fresh peas, fried onion and avocado-ranch dressing (V) ENTRÉE Select one BRAISED SHORT RIB Brown sugar glazed carrots and truffled mashed potatoes (GF) *SEARED SALMON Creamy farro, asparagus and caper beurre blanc HARDWOOD GRILLED PORK CHOP Parsnip purée, broccolini and fruit glaze (GF) SEARED CHICKEN BREAST Sweet corn purée, pancetta-swiss card and pan jus (GF) CRISPY DUCK CONFIT Sweet potato, brussels sprouts and orange-fig glaze (GF) DESSERT Select one *CRÈME BRÛLÉE With berries and whipped cream (GF) CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER TART With caramel crunch STRAWBERRY FIELDS CRUMBLE CAKE With berry compote and whipped cream TRIPLE CHOCOLATE GLAZED CAKE With bourbon banana cream WHITE CHOCOLATE COCONUT RICE PUDDING With caramelized pineapple (GF) * Chef s Favorite (GF) Gluten Friendly (V) Vegetarian Plated lunches also available. Please inquire about pricing. BEVERAGES Aqua Bar $2 per person Select two: Citrus Infused Lemons, limes, and oranges Cucumber Mint Cool and refreshing Very Berry A mix of strawberries and blueberries Sweet Tea $2 per person Assorted Coca-Cola Products $3 per person Hot Chocolate $3.50 per person Add Peppermint Schnapps $4 per person Add Baileys $4.75 per person Add Fireball $4.75 per person Hot Cider $3.50 per person 9 12oz Hot Beverage Coupons $3.50 per person (Minimum of 20) Starbucks Coffee and Tea $4 per person Assorted Juices $3.50 per person Bottled Beverage Options: Horizon Organic Milk $3.75 per piece (chocolate or regular) Vitamin Water $4.75 per piece Dasani Bottled Water $2.75 per piece Smart Water $4.75 per piece
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BAR PACKAGES PREMIUM HOST BAR PACKAGE 2 HOURS $19 3 HOURS $23 4 HOURS $27 SPIRITS A selection of Bulleit Bourbon, Kettle One Vodka, Tanqueray Gin, J&B Scotch, Kraken Black Spiced Rum and El Jimador Tequila WINE From Infinite Monkey Theorem, Edna Valley, Ecco Domani and Red Rock BEER A selection of Coors, Coors Light, Blue Moon, Denver Pale Ale, Titan IPA and Great Divide Seasonal Beer Includes assorted Coca-Cola products, juices and bottled water CHILDREN S BAR PRICING $2 Enjoy unlimited sodas, juices and water HOUSE HOST BAR PACKAGE 2 HOURS $15 3 HOURS $19 4 HOURS $23 SPIRITS A selection of Smirnoff Vodka, Tin Cup Bourbon, Gordon s London Dry Gin, Captain Morgan Spiced Rum and Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila WINE A selection of red and white wines from Eco Domani, Red Rock and Canyon Road Winery BEER A selection of Coors, Coors Light and Blue Moon Includes assorted Coca-Cola products, juices and bottled water CHILDREN S BAR PRICING $2 Enjoy unlimited sodas, juices and water WINE AND BEER HOST BAR PACKAGE 2 HOURS $14 3 HOURS $18 4 HOURS $22 CHILDREN S BAR PRICING $2 Enjoy unlimited sodas, juices and water CASH BAR (3 hour minimum) Bartender fee $150 One bartender per 100 guests PREMIUM CASH BAR Wine or Mixed Cocktail $10 Beer $8 Coca-Cola Products $2 HOUSE CASH BAR Wine or Mixed Cocktail $8 Beer $7 Coca-Cola Products $2 12
ADDITIONAL SERVICES China Service $2 per person Linen Napkin Roll-Up $1.50 per person Cake Cutting Fee $50 Station Attendant Fee $75 Passer Fee $50 Bartender Fee $150 Wagon and Stroller Buyout $575 per evening The Kibongi Market Gift Shop May be kept open for evening events complimentary for attendance over 750, if requested. Parties below 750 will have a charge of $50 per hour. Park Concessions Rental $1,000 for Samburu and $500 for all other restaurant locations. $250 per cart Ask about gift certificates for Kibongi Market or cash concessions COUPONS + TAX Hot Chocolate $3.50 per coupon Meal Deal $12 per coupon Includes entrée and regular drink 13
Popcorn Coupon $3.75 per coupon Kettle Corn Coupon $5.50 per coupon Regular Soft Serve Ice Cream Coupon $3.50 per coupon Cotton Candy Coupon $2.95 per coupon LINEN RENTALS Plastic Linen $6.50 per table 120 Round Linen $14 per linen 120 Round Dupioni or Satin $22 per linen 90 x 156 Linen $20 per linen Linen Napkins $1 per napkin EQUIPMENT RENTALS Tables $11.50 each Natural Wood Folding Chairs $4 per chair Ask about other specialty items Up to 50 6 round tables with 500 natural wood chairs, complimentary in Conoco Zoo Gardens Up to 25 5 tables and 200 chairs available, complimentary in Norgren Hall Up to 20 cabaret tables available, complimentary Up to 30 8 tables available, complimentary All buffet equipment, linen and décor are complimentary 14
TASTE 2017 ZOO LIGHTS MAIN MENU EVENT SERVICES Taste is here to provide excellent service and quality culinary creations. We engage our guests in a socially valuable experience through our partnerships with Denver Zoo, The Seafood Watch program, which supports ocean-friendly seafood, and Colorado Proud, providing a menu of local products. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Food and beverage cannot be taken from the premises by any party other than the catering department. Last minute orders are gladly accepted, but please note due to the need to expedite staffing, orders and preparations, a late fee may be applied. All buffets are served for a 2-hour period. Your buffet time can be extended. Please see your catering manager for pricing. Prices listed are subject to proportionate changes in market conditions. Sales tax (8%) and an event production fee (20%) will be added to the food and beverage items (not rentals). Denver city tax will be applied to rentals, regardless of client s billing address. Liquor, beer and wine may not be brought into Denver Zoo from outside sources. Liquor, beer and wine may not be removed from the site. All bars will end 30 minutes prior to event space closing. A signed contract detailing all arrangements must be received by KM Concessions, INC (also known as Taste) as we must be notified of the exact number of guests attending the function at least seven business days before the event. All charges will be based on this guarantee or the actual number attending, whichever is greater. Children 3-11 may receive a $1.00 discount on all menus. If adult/child break down is not given at the time of guarantee, discount will not be applied. Children 2 and under are free! Please note there is a food and beverage minimum per person. Daytime minimum is $14 per person and evening is $18 per person. Coupons may be purchased for meal deals, ice cream and park snacks. Event planners receive a 20% discount at our gift shop. Please see your catering manager for details! 15
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