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CARVERY
Honey Glazed Whole Leg of Ham, Carved off the Bone, with Cranberry Sauce
Roasted Shoulder of Lamb with Rosemary Jus and Mint Sauce
Boned Turkey Galantine with Mushroom and Herb Mousse, Sage Jus
Roasted Whole Scotch Fillet of Angus Beef, Mustard Rubbed, with Horseradish and Beef Jus**
MAIN COURSES
Cajun Style Blackened Chicken with Lemon, Tomato and Coriander
Grilled Garlic Chicken with Mushroom and Parsley Cream Sauce
Chicken Thigh Wrapped in Smoked Bacon with Tomato Napoli and Basil Pesto
Penne Pasta with Grilled Chicken, Herbs and Cream
Gourmet Lamb Meatballs with Tomato and Herb Sauce
Braised Angus Ox Cheek with Baby Onions, Parsley and Garlic
Angus Beef and Bacon Brochettes with Mushroom and Herb Ragù**
Penne Pasta with Smoked Salmon and Cream Sauce
Grilled Market Fish with Pinot Gris infused Butter Sauce, Toasted Breadcrumbs and Tomato Salsa**
Seared Akaroa Salmon with Olive and Tomato Salsa**
Handmade Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini with Napoli and Shaved Parmesan (V)
SALADS
Mixed Lettuce Leaves with Balsamic Dressing
Greek Salad of Tomato, Olive, Cucumber, Red Onion, Crumbled Feta with Balsamic Dressing (Seasonal)
Caesar Salad of Romaine Lettuce, Crisp Bacon, Crouton, Poached Egg with Anchovy Dressing
Italian Salami, Sundried Tomatoes, Feta and Penne
Mexican Style Tomato, Coriander and Bean Salad
Pasta Salad with Pesto, Roasted Capsicum and Rocket Leaves
Beetroot and Feta with Cherry Tomatoes and Truffle Dressing
New Potato Salad with Fresh Mint Spring Onion and Toasted Walnuts
Vietnamese Slaw of Red and Green Cabbage, Spring Onions, Fresh Herbs with Coriander and Chili Dressing
Roasted Vegetable Salad with Fresh Herb Dressing
Rissoni Salad with Crisp Green Vegetables and Moroccan Dressing
VEGETABLES
Steamed New Season Potatoes in Garlic Butter
Tossed Seasonal Vegetables in Herb Butter
Steamed Beans with Crisp Garlic Flakes (Seasonal)
Asparagus in Hollandaise Sauce (Seasonal)
DESSERTS
Vanilla Baked Cheesecake with Seasonal Fresh Fruit Toppings
Chocolate Fudge Brownie with Whipped Cream
Chocolate Mousse with Fresh Strawberries and Cream
Coffee and Chocolate Tiramisu
Crème Brulee with Citrus Shortbread
Walnut and Salted Caramel Tart
Pear and Almond Tart
Cinnamon Panacotta
Vanilla Cream Profiteroles
Fresh Fruit Salad with Whipped Cream
CHEESE PLATTER** (Additional Item Choice)
Assorted New Zealand Cheeses (3 Varieties) with Handmade Lavoch, Crackers, French Mustard and Homemade Pickles and Relish
COLD CUT PLATTERS** (Additional Item Choices)
Assorted Cold Cuts Platter of Pickled Pork, Chicken Terrine,
Sliced Ham with Homemade Pickles and French Mustard
Smoked Salmon Gravlax with Capers, Red Onion and Citrus Sour Cream**
Cold Sliced Chicken Terrine with Cornichons and Homemade Pickles
Cold Sliced Ham with Homemade Pickles and French Mustard
Note: All items marked with ** will incur additional charges. (V) denotes vegetarian dishes but may not be suitable for vegans.
Any special dietary requirements such as Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Nut Free, Vegan can be catered when advised.
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Email: info@essence-catering.co.nz