Brookhaven National Laboratory catering idea book
CONTENTS Welcome 3 Breakfast 4 Fast Track Lunches 5 Gourmet Sandwiches 6 Delicate Diet Lunch 7 Lunch Buffets 8 Themed Buffets 9 Villa Toscana 10 Tasting Menu 11 Elegant Buffets 12 Hors d Oeuvres 13 Desserts 14 Celebration Cakes 14 Beverages & Snacks 15 catering guide. 2
Welcome to Metz catering at Brookhaven National Laboratory. These catering suggestions have been designed to assist you in planning your event. We are happy to assist with customized menus as well with advanced notice. Please take a few moments to browse through our menu and contact our Dining Services office at (631) 344-3541 to discuss any questions or additional needs. Pricing and Hours of Operation Pricing is based on events during normal business hours of Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Events held outside normal business hours will be quoted on a per-person basis and are subject to after hours event labor charges. Hot food catering may require a service charge. Room Bookings It is important that you coordinate your room bookings prior to contacting Dining Services. Metz cannot book or reserve space for events. Notification Dining Services will need at least five (5) working days notice in order to prepare for your function and to ensure the availability of items. For events of 100 people or more ten (10) working days will be required. Events booked without advanced notice cannot be guaranteed at requested times and may be limited to items available. Guarantees Dining Services will need a guaranteed person count three (3) working days prior to you event. We will provide service for five (5%) percent above the guarantee in case of last minute additions. You will be responsible for the full cost of the guaranteed number or actual number, whichever is greater. A budget will assist us in planning your event. We will email quotes for your confirmation prior to events if needed. Cancellations We will need a written confirmation a minimum of three (3) working days advance notice in case of cancellations. Cancellations made less than three (3) working days are subject to cancellation charges. Unused Product Any unused food cannot be issued to the host or guests to Health Board regulations. No credit will be given for leftover food. All food service equipment, decorations, flowers, etc. provided by Metz Culinary Management will remain the property of Metz Culinary Management. Please refrain from removing equipment from the function area. Dietary Restrictions We are pleased to offer meals to fit special diets and or allergies. Please contact our office if any guests have special dietary needs. Hot Food Any events with hot food menu items will need to be picked up from Berkner Hall or will require wait staff at an additional charge. *Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. catering guide. 3
BREAKFAST MENU suggestions Continental Breakfast $6.00 v Assorted fresh baked pastries, bagels and cream cheese v House blend coffee, regular and decaf v House tea At Your Service Breakfast $11.95 v Choice of one egg selection v scrambled eggs v scrambled egg beaters v western eggs v Choice of one selection v traditional French toast v pancakes - plain or blueberry v Choice of one breakfast meat v bacon v sausage patties v sausage links v sliced ham steak v Choice of two (2) sides v home fries v hash brown patties v warm biscuits v crumb cake v loaf breads v House blend coffee, regular and decaf v Hot tea Enhancement Options v Fresh whole fruit $1.75 each v Granola bars $1.75 each v Yogurt parfaits $3.25 each v Frittata $50 whole pan (24 portions), $30 half pan (12 portions) v 3 Breakfast hero $60 - egg, cheese, and bacon or ham v Quiche $21 v Yogurt cup $2.50 each v Fresh fruit cup $3.25 each v Fresh salad $3.25 each v Hard boiled eggs $1.25 each All breakfast buffets are designed for groups of 10 guests or more. Groups less than 10, please add $0.75 per person. catering guide. 4
L U N C H MENU suggestions Fast Track Lunch All fast track lunch selections will include entrée selection, bagged chips, fresh baked cookies, and bottled water or canned soda. Limit of three (3) selections per order. sandwich selections $11.95 v Italian - sliced ham, salami, pepperoni, and provolone cheese with lettuce and tomato v Turkey & Swiss - sliced turkey breast, Swiss cheese, lettuce, and tomato v Ham & Provolone - sliced ham, provolone cheese, lettuce, and tomato v Tuna Salad - house tuna salad, lettuce, and tomato v Chicken Salad - house chicken salad, lettuce, and tomato v Vegetable Flatbread - marinated and grilled vegetables, tomatoes, leaf lettuce, and red pepper hummus on a flatbread v Roast Beef & Cheddar - sliced roast beef, cheddar cheese, lettuce, and tomato salad selections $12.25 v Chicken Caesar Salad - grilled chicken breast, chopped romaine lettuce, shredded Parmesan cheese, shaved red onion, tomatoes, croutons, and Caesar dressing on the side v Chef Salad - mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, shaved onion, shredded cheese, diced turkey, diced ham, and hardboiled egg v Deluxe Vegetable Salad - mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, shaved onion, shredded cheese, green peppers, carrots, broccoli, and crispy garbanzo beans v Mushroom Spinach Salad - marinated and grilled mushrooms, roasted peppers, baby spinach, feta cheese, and shaved red onion v Grilled Chicken Salad - mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, shaved onion, shredded cheese, carrots, black olives, and sliced grilled chicken v Greek Salad - mixed greens, feta cheese, olives, cucumber, tomato, red onion, pepperoncini, stuffed grape leaves, and Greek dressing catering guide. 5
Gourmet BOXED LUNCH suggestions Gourmet Boxed Lunch $15.95 All gourmet boxed lunch selections will include your choice of sandwich or salad, fruit cup, bagged chips, fresh baked cookies, and bottled water. sandwich selections v A,Chicken salad with grapes on a croissant v B. Buffalo chicken wrap with bleu cheese v C. Chicken Caesar wrap v D. Turkey club with Brie on a whole wheat ciabatta roll v E. American hero with turkey, ham, roast beef, and American cheese on a club roll v F. Roast beef and cheddar with horseradish cream on an onion roll v G. Pastrami and Swiss with Thousand Island on marble rye v H. Cuban sandwich with ham, Swiss, sliced pickles and honey mustard on a sourdough roll v I. Muffuletta with salami, ham, roasted red peppers and mozzarella on an olive roll v J. Tuna salad with cucumbers on a croissant v K. Caprese - tomato, mozzarella, basil, and balsamic glaze on a focaccia roll v L. Portobello, roasted red peppers, and spinach on a seven-grain roll v M. Marinated eggplant, provolone, and tomatoes on a baguette Ask for details about our weekly specials. salad selections v Chicken Caesar Salad - grilled chicken breast, chopped romaine lettuce, shredded Parmesan cheese, shaved red onion, tomatoes, croutons, and Caesar dressing on the side v Chef Salad - mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, shaved onion, shredded cheese, diced turkey, diced ham, and hardboiled egg v Deluxe Vegetable Salad - mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, shaved onion, shredded cheese, green peppers, carrots, broccoli, and crispy garbanzo beans v Mushroom Spinach Salad - marinated and grilled mushrooms, roasted peppers, baby spinach, feta cheese, and shaved red onion v Grilled Chicken Salad - mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, shaved onion, shredded cheese, carrots, black olives, and sliced grilled chicken v Greek Salad - mixed greens, feta cheese, olives, cucumber, tomato, red onion, pepperoncini, stuffed grape leaves, and Greek dressing catering guide. 6
D E L I C A T E DIET LUNCH suggestions All lunch selections will include Deep River bagged chips, Kind bar, and bottled water or canned soda. sandwich selections $15.95 Sandwich selections served on Udis bread that is gluten-free and dairy free. v Italian - sliced ham, salami, pepperoni, and provolone with lettuce and tomato v Turkey - sliced turkey breast, lettuce, and tomato v Ham - sliced ham, lettuce, and tomato v Tuna Salad - house tuna salad, lettuce, and tomato v Chicken Salad - house chicken salad, lettuce, and tomato v Vegetable - marinated and grilled vegetables, tomatoes, leaf lettuce, and red pepper hummus on flatbread v Roast Beef - sliced roast beef, lettuce, and tomato salad selections $15.95 v Chicken Caesar Salad - grilled chicken breast, chopped romaine lettuce, shredded parmesan cheese, shaved red onion, tomatoes, and Caesar dressing on the side v Chef Salad - mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, shaved onion, diced turkey, diced ham, and hardboiled egg v Deluxe Vegetable Salad - mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, shaved onion, shredded cheese v Mushroom Spinach Salad - marinated and grilled mushrooms, roasted peppers, baby spinach, and shaved red onion. v Grilled Chicken Salad - mixed greens, cucumber, tomato, shaved onion, shredded carrots, black olives, and sliced grilled chicken catering guide. 7
L U N C H BUFFETS suggestions Salad & Sandwich $15.95 Chef's selection of assorted sandwiches and one salad; also included in this package are house chips, fresh baked cookies, iced tea, lemonade, and ice water. v Salad Selections v house salad v tomato caprese v mixed greens with strawberries and bleu cheese v cole slaw, pasta, or potato salad v Asian spinach salad v iceberg wedge salad Italian Express $18.25 v Caesar or house salad v Baked pasta v Meatballs and marinara v Fresh baked rolls and butter v Fresh vegetable tray with dip v Assorted cookies v Bottled water and canned soda It s a Wrap $14.95 v Flour tortilla wraps stuffed with a variety of fillings: Caesar chicken, Italian, roast beef, tuna salad, turkey club, or vegetable hummus (selection of 3) v Tossed or Caesar salad v Assorted cookies v Bottled water and canned soda Hero Package $150 v Three Foot Hero - American, Italian, vegetable, or grilled chicken v Chips v Assorted cookies v Bottled water and canned soda Enhancement Options v Brownies $2.50 per person v Gourmet Bars $39.95, small - serves 15; $59.95, large - serves 30 v Fruit Salad $3.25 per person All lunch buffets are designed for groups of 10 guests or more. Groups less than 10 guests, please add $1.00 per person. catering guide. 8
T H E M E D BUFFETS suggestions Barbecue Cookout $18.95 v Pulled pork or pulled chicken v Hot dogs, hamburgers, or Italian sausage (with peppers & onions) v Baked beans v Mini corn on the cob v Potato chips v Pasta salad v Potato salad v Assorted cookies v Condiments (lettuce, tomato, mustard, mayo, ketchup, and pickles) Asian $18.95 v Stir-fry rice v Teriyaki beef or chicken v Steamed broccoli v Vegetable egg rolls v Asian noodle salad v Fortune cookies v Assorted sauces & condiments (sweet & sour, soy, Thai sweet chili, teriyaki) All lunch buffets are designed for groups of 10 guests or more. Group with less than 10 guests, please add $1.00 per person. All buffets include bottled water and soda. catering guide. 9
V I L L A TOSCANA Hand-tossed pizza with your choice of toppings. v Cheese Only $18.00 v Specialty pizzas $21.00 (up to 3 toppings) Topping Choices v Mushrooms v Spinach v Peppers v Onions v Banana Peppers v Broccoli v Black Olives v Tomatoes v Pineapple v Pepperoni v Bacon v Sausage v Ham v Chicken catering guide. 10
T A S T I N G M E N U Breakfast Frittata Half Pan- $25.00/Full Pan $50.00 Choice of Filling: Bacon, Sausage or Ham & Cheese Spinach & Feta Roasted Vegetable, Tomato & Cheese Each Additional Filling Per Half Tray + $2.50 Each Additional Filling Per Full Tray + $5.00 Mini Sandwich Platters Sandwich Bites Platter: On Mini Wheat, Pretzel or Brioche Roll Small Serves 12: $75 / Large Serves 24: $150 2 Per Person: Turkey & Brie, Ham & Smoked Gouda, Roast Beef & Horse Radish Cheddar, and Tuna or Chicken Salad. Salads Arugula & Strawberries, Candied Walnuts, Champagne Vinaigrette $3.50 Per Person Kale & Mandarin Orange, Shaved Parmesan, Pomegranate Seeds, Citrus Vinaigrette $3.50 Per Person Grilled Chicken with Roasted Peppers, Snow Peas, Farfalle Pasta, Honey Mustard Vinaigrette $3.75 Per Person Sweet & Savory Snacks Pinwheel Sandwiches: 3 Per Person $4.95 Bake Shop Treats Choice of Two Items (minimum 8 people) One cookie, 1/2 brownie, 1/2 loaf bread, 1/2 crumb cake with a cup of coffee $3.75 per person Homemade Banana Bread Pudding: Small Serves 12: $40 Large Serves 24: $80 catering guide. 11
E L E G A N T B U F F E T MENU suggestions Select a menu from our most popular options listed below, or a Metz representative can help design a menu. Lunch buffet pricing includes choice of 3 sides, along with bottled water and canned soda. Entree Selections $23.95 EGGPLANT PARMESAN Lightly breaded eggplant layered with basil marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese CHICKEN ITALIANO Marinated grilled chicken topped with mozzarella cheese and tomato basil sauce HORSERADISH CARVED TOPPED ROUND Slow roasted beef top round with an herbed horseradish crust. Served with au jus and creamy horseradish sauce BAKED PENNE BOLOGNESE Pasta baked with a slow cooked meat sauce and topped with three cheeses CARVED SUN-DRIED TOMATO ROASTED TURKEY Breast of turkey rubbed and roasted with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh herbs ITALIAN SAUSAGE Mild Italian sausage served with sautéed onions, peppers, and hoagie rolls starch selections v Rice pilaf v Skillet sweet potatoes v Garlic-roasted red skin potatoes v Whipped potatoes v traditional v roasted garlic v cheddar v horseradish vegetable selections v Steamed seasonal vegetables v Herbed sautéed squash v Oven-roasted vegetables v Broccoli with roasted peppers v Pesto cauliflower v Citrus-glazed carrots salad selections v House salad v Caesar salad v Tomato caprese salad v Pasta salad v Fruit salad All lunch buffets are designed for groups of 10 guests or more. Group with less than 10 guests, please add $1.00 per person. Additional entrée selections can be added for $2.00 per person. catering guide. 12
RECEPTION HORS D OEUVRE MENU suggestions The following suggestions represent our most popular items. Items are price per person. Please consult your Metz representative to help plan your reception menu and quantity of each menu item. Assorted Cold Assorted Hot CHEESE & CRACKER TRAYS $4.25 Assorted domestic and imported cheeses with crackers FRESH FRUIT TRAY $2.75 Cut seasonal fruit with yogurt dip FRESH VEGETABLE TRAY FRESH $3.75 Seasonal vegetables with dip MEDITERRANEAN HUMMUS AND VEGETABLES $2.50 Traditional hummus with marinated grilled vegetables SHRIMP COCKTAIL MARKET PRICE Shrimp served with fresh cocktail sauce BRUSCHETTA $2.00 Toasted baguette with fresh tomato, garlic, and olive oil MEDITERRANEAN SKEWERS $2.75 Mozzarella cheese, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, and kalamata olives HOT SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP WITH GRILLED PITA CHIPS $2.75 Spinach artichoke dip with grilled pita chips BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP $3.00 Spicy layered dip served with tortilla chips CHICKEN SATAY WITH THAI PEANUT SAUCE $3.00 Strips of chicken breast in a peanut ginger marinade, then broiled BBQ MEATBALLS $2.75 Traditional meatballs lightly coated with our custom BBQ sauce SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS $2.75 Traditional meatballs lightly coated with pineapple sweet and sour sauce SPANAKOPITA $2.00 A classic and delectable spinach pie with feta cheese and olives wrapped in phyllo catering guide. 13
DESSERT selections The following dessert selections are subject to change depending on seasonality. FRESH BAKED COOKIES $12.95 PER DOZEN Chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, sugar, M&M, double chocolate, and peanut butter CRUMB CAKES $2.50 PER PERSON LOAF BREAD $2.50 PER PERSON CUPCAKES $3.25 PER PERSON CELEBRATION cakes Your choice of yellow or chocolate cake with butter cream or whipped cream icing v 1/4 sheet cake (serves 15-18) $25 v 1/2 sheet cake (serves 30-36) $50 v Full sheet cake (serves 60-72) $100 Enhancement Options v Filling for 1/4 sheet cake $15 v Filling for 1/2 sheet cake $25 v Filling for full sheet cake $50 Filling Choices: Chocolate, vanilla, canoli, strawberry, or fudge * Please allow 72 hours advance notice for all cake orders catering guide. 14
BEVERAGES BOTTLED WATER $2.00 16 oz. bottled water SPECIAL HOUSE BLEND COFFEE $20.95 PER GALLON (15 CUPS) Fresh brewed house coffee with cream and sweetners on the side STARBUCKS COFFEE $24.95 PER GALLON (15 CUPS) Starbucks coffee with cream and sweetners on the side HOT TEA $20.95 PER GALLON ASSORTED SODAS $1.65 EACH Assorted 12 oz. canned sodas BOTTLED TEAS $2.25 EACH LEMONADE $6.95 PER PITCHER* ICED TEA $8.95 PER PITCHER* FRUIT PUNCH $4.95 PER PITCHER* JUICE CARAFE $8.00 PER CARAFE** BOTTLED JUICES $2.50 EACH INFUSED WATER $4.95 PER PITCHER (BERKNER HALL ONLY) * Pitchers will serve 14-16 cups ** Carafes will serve 8-10 cups WINE & BEER LARGE BOTTLE OF WINE $40.00 GLASS OF WINE $5.00 GLASS OF BEER $5.00 SNACKS BAGGED CHIPS OR PRETZELS $2.50 PER PERSON TRAIL MIX $1.99 PER PERSON KIND BARS $2.50 EACH AFTERNOON STRETCH $5.75 PER PERSON Coffee, soda, water, cookies, and brownies catering guide. 15