French Creek Catering is a full service company. We help to put together a very important part of your event with tender loving care. We will work hard to make sure this is an easy and worry free experience so you can concentrate on your event, family and friends. You may pick from our Banquet menus or choose from our A La Carte menu to put your own special flare to your reception. We know that the food is one of the "main events” and we will strive to make this wonderful not only to eat but a pleasure to view as well.
The Basics Deposit & payments: $500.00 REFUNDABLE
Deposit is due at booking. One Half of your balance due within 60 days of the event and the reminder of the balance is due 7 days prior to the event as well as your final guest count. If you should CANCEL your event 30 DAYS OR LESS prior to your event your $500.00 will be RETAINED.
Dishes, flatware, linens, plastic beverage glasses and mugs are provided. If stemware is needed, rental can be arranged. |
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Alcohol You must obtain a banquet license and must hire from our list of bartenders. $25.00 an hour, minimum of 4 hrs required. This license must be posted on the day of the event. Your guests must be of legal age to drink. Our bartenders can not legally serve to a person who appears intoxicated. This fee includes ice, plastic ware and napkins are extra fees.
Non-alcoholic beverages Punch, lemonade, ice tea & sodas are an extra fee. $1.25 dollar per person. Is added to the catering fee if French Creek Catering is asked to purchase it.
Service staff The necessary staff to serve your event is included. If hours are extended, an additional staff fee will be added to the bill; $15.00 per staff member per hour and $25.00 per hour for bartenders.
Taxes Applicable taxes will be added to your bill.
Gratuity 18% gratuity will be automatically added to your catering.
A La Carte - Appetizers Prices are per Person (15 person minimum)
American Caviar with Crisp Yukon Gold Potatoes Pancakes Crispy golden potatoes pancakes served with a dollop of creme Fraiche and caviar $3.25
Smoked Salmon Lox Mini bagels, cream cheese, capers and sweet red onions $4.25
Marinated Shrimps Large chilled tail on prawns served with a fresh cocktail sauce $4.50
Mini Crab Cakes Bite sized morsels served with a roasted red pepper sauce $4.50
Stuffed Mushrooms Bite size mushrooms stuffed with a nice blend of chopped mushroom, bacon and gorgonzola cheese OR a crab stuffed mushroom $3.00
Baby Reds Potatoes and Creme Fraiche Stemmed and halved baby red potatoes topped with creme fraiche $2.50
Spanakopita Phyllo triangle filled with fresh spinach and feta cheese (With cheese blend only also available) $2.50
Traditional Bruschetta Sliced baguette with chopped tomatoes, basil and mozzarella relish or Kalamata olive spread $2.50
Crostini with Gorgonzola Caramelized Onions, and Fig Jam $2.50
Layered Pesto Cheese Pate Served in slices: a layered pâté with sliced provolone layered with traditional basil pesto, whipped cream cheese and sun dried tomato pesto, served with toasted sliced baguette $3.00
Baked Brie in Pastry Rich & creamy Brie wrapped in pastry and baked - served warm with crackers or sliced baguette $3.00
Beef or Chicken sautéed Served with spicy peanut sauce $3.25
Empanaditos Bite size stuffed pastries with a southwestern flair served with fresh made salsa $2.75
Tartelette Bite size pita cups stuffed with chicken salad, smoked salmon mousse or goat cheese and chives $2.75
Hot & Spicy Chicken wings Served with blue cheese dressing and celery sticks $2.50 Ante Pasta Tray Assortment of imported cheeses and meats served with marinated vegetables and fresh baked bread sticks $3.50
Fresh Seasonal fruit display Variety of fresh cut seasonal fruits beautifully displayed $3.50
Mini Quiches Assorted flavored bite size quiches $2.50
Chips & Dip Tortilla chips served with fresh made salsa $2.00
Fruits & Cheese Fresh seasonal fruits coupled with gourmet cheeses selection $5.00
Spring Rolls Served with a sweet soy cilantro sauce $2.50
Vegetable & Dip Seasonal variety - choice of dip $2.50
Meat & Cheese Platter Traditional sliced meat & cheese served with crackers $5.00
Sandwich Platter Traditional sliced meat & cheese served with rolls or baguette and a relish tray $6.25
Meatballs in Sauce Bite size meatballs served in a BBQ chili sauce or sweet & sour $2.50
Deviled Eggs Traditional egg mixture served on a platter $2.00
Pinwheel Sandwiches Tortilla wraps; vegetarians or a smoked turkey, cream cheese & cranberry sauce $3.25
Marinated Vegetable Tray Variety of vegetables marinated in olive oil and herb vinaigrette, olives, mushrooms, artichokes, asparagus, green beans, cherry tomatoes and peppers $3.00
Teriyaki Chicken Wings Marinated & baked wings $2.50
Chinese Barbecued Pork Served with hot mustard and ketchup $2.75
Bacon Wrapped Scallops $30.00 per dozen | |
A La Carte - Salads Prices are per person (15 person minimum)
Traditional Caesar Cut romaine with a creamy Caesar dressing, fresh made croutons and parmesan cheese $2.50
Greek Salad Romaine Kalamata olives, feta cheese, sliced red onions, tomatoes and vinaigrette $2.50
Pasta Salad Tri-colored, bowties or cheese stuffed tortellini tossed with cut vegetables, parmesan and Italian dressing $2.50
Chinese Chicken Salad Shredded cabbage, sliced almonds, onions, cilantro, green onions, rice noodles and diced cooked chicken breast tossed with Asian dressing $2.75
Honey Pecan & Mixed Greens Wonderful mixed green salad tossed with honey pecan, blue cheese crumbles, sliced pear & raspberry vinaigrette $2.75
Potato Salad Traditional or baby red potatoes $2.50
Spinach and Mandarin Orange Salad Fresh baby spinach leaf tossed with toasted slivered almonds and mandarin orange segments, drizzled with a light citrus flavored vinaigrette $2.50
Wild Rice and Cranberry Salad Wild rice seasoned and tossed with celery, sweet onions, dried cranberry topped with a cranberry flavored vinaigrette $2.50
Mediterranean Salad Marinated vegetables medley, fresh variety of bite size seasonal vegetables in a herbed olive oil marinade $2.50
Insalata Caprese Fresh sliced mozzarella and tomatoes, garnished with basil leaves and drizzled with olive oil and herbs. $3.00
A La Carte - Entrees Prices are per person (15 person minimum)
Roasted Prime Ribs of Beef Prime Ribs roasted & served with Au Jus & creamy horseradish sauce (carving station) $10.00
Roast Baron of Beef Roasted & carved, served with Au jus $7.00
Beef Burgundy Rich and flavorful! This classic dish of braised sirloin tips in a delicious wine infused beef sauce until tender $7.00
Grilled Flank Steak Marinated, grilled & sliced thin $7.50
Baby Back Pork Ribs Meat rubbed with seasoning & baked until tender, served with traditional BBQ or honey mustard sauce $7.00
Peppercorn Crusted Pork Tenderloins with Soy Caramel Sauce savory tender pork baked and sliced into tender medallions and served with slightly sweet Dijon style sauce $7.00
Roasted Stuffed Pork Loin Stuffed with apple-cranberry stuffing $7.00
Glazed Spiral Cut Ham $7.00
Roasted Turkey $6.50
Grilled Chicken Breast Served with a roasted red pepper sauce, rich & tangy BBQ sauce, teriyaki sauce or, mesquite sauce $6.50
Chicken Breast in a Cranberry Port Sauce $6.50
Stuffed Chicken Breast Chicken stuffed with artichokes, lemons and goat cheese or sun dried tomatoes and herbed ricotta cheese $6.75
Italian Breaded Chicken Breast Seasoned breaded chicken breast - Baked $6.75
Chicken Skewers Meal size skewers, marinated chicken baked or grilled, marinade: teriyaki, mesquite, Italian etc $6.50
Baked Salmon Brushed salmon with basil and butter, baked and served with a fresh tartar sauce $8.00
Maple Glazed Salmon Rubbed salmon with a very tasty rub & drizzled with maple syrup - baked (Rub by Tom Douglas) $8.00
Honey Mesquite Glazed Salmon Sweet smoky flavor $8.00
Decorated Cold Poached Salmon Poached to perfection, served cold and decorated from platter with fresh tartar or a sweet roasted red pepper sauce, Whole filets $8.00
Baked Salmon with Citrus Salsa Baked salmon served with a salsa of pineapples, mangos, papayas, oranges, cilantro, jalapeño peppers and sweet onions $8.00 | |
A La Carte - Sides Prices are per person (15 person minimum)
Whipped Mashed Potatoes Fresh & creamy lightly whipped potatoes $2.25
Garlic Mashed Potatoes Roasted garlic is added to the whipped mashed potatoes to add that extra zing! $2.25
Roasted Red Potatoes Baby red potatoes tossed in olive oil, fresh herbs, and onions, roasted to perfection $2.25
Rice Pilaf Aromatic basmati rice tossed with diced sautéed vegetables & seasonings $2.25
Wild Rice Pilaf Basmati & wild rice tossed with sautéed mushrooms, onions and fresh herbs $2.25 Spanish Rice Southwestern flavors of cumin, chili powder, cilantro, peppers and onions, very flavorful $2.25
Pasta Primavera Hot penne pasta tossed with cut roasted seasonal vegetables, parmesan & lightly seasoned sauce $5.00
Pasta Please Choice of two pastas and choice of two sauces; Alfredo, meat or marinara sauce $6.50
Lasagna Traditional layered pasta dish meat or cheese or both $6.50
Fresh seasonal Vegetables Choose from the season’s best, steamed and seasoned $2.25
Grilled seasonal Vegetables Seasonal & grilled $2.50
Assorted Rolls & Butter Fresh baked rolls & butter $1.25
Punch service Punch service includes: plastic glasses and glass punch bowl $1.25
Coffee Service Coffee, tea, cream, sugar and coffee mugs $1.00
Sodas, non alcoholic drinks such as ice tea, lemonade etc available Plastic glasses included $1.25 | |
Banquet Menus
Bon Appétit - Pasta Crostinis with fresh mozzarella & seasoned olive oil drizzle Ante Pasta tray Traditional Caesar Salad Cheese stuffed ravioli or cheese stuffed tortellini Penne pastas or bowties Choice of two sauces: Traditional Alfredo, hearty meat sauce, homemade marinara sauce or creamy pesto sauce Traditional Italian herb meatballs or sweet & spicy Italian sausage links Hot French style bread & butter Coffee & tea service $18.50 per person
"Signature" - Salmon Dinner Two appetizers from the A La Carte menu (seafood items extra) Traditional Caesar Mixed greens with honeyed pecans, blue cheese crumbles, cut pears & croutons drizzled with herb and olive oil vinaigrette Basmati rice pilaf Fresh seasonal vegetables Choice of salmon: lemon dill sauce salmon, maple glazed salmon, honey mesquite salmon, citrus salsa salmon or roasted red pepper sauce salmon Fresh baked rolls & butter Coffee & tea service $24.00 per person
The Traditional Carved roasted meats Choice of two: oven roasted turkey, smoked spiral cut pit ham, baron of beef Whipped mashed potatoes & gravy Seasonal steamed vegetables Choice of two salads from the A La Carte menu Rolls & butter Choice of two appetizers from the A La Carte menu (seafood items extra) Coffee & tea service $24.00 per person
"Savory” Rosemary roasted prime rib dinner Mixed greens with honey pecans, blue cheese crumbles sliced pears & raspberry vinaigrette Traditional Caesar salad Whipped garlic mashed potatoes Fresh seasonal vegetables Two appetizers (seafood items extra) Rolls & butter Au jus & creamy horseradish sauce Coffee & tea service $24.50 per person
Appetizers Please Fresh vegetables with dip Seasonal cut fruit display Empanaditos with fresh salsa Marinated shrimp with cocktail sauce Mini crab cakes with a roasted red pepper sauce Wings: hot & spicy or Teriyaki Tartelette stuffed with chicken, salmon & cheese filling Coffee & tea service $20.00 per person
Presto Gourmet meat & cheese sampler Fresh seasonal fruit platter Vegetable medley tray & dip Pasta salad & potato salad Sliced roast beef, roast turkey & Virginia baked ham Sliced cheeses; cheddar, smoked Gouda & provolone Relish tray & condiments Fresh baked rolls Coffee & tea service $18.50 per person
Beef Burgundy Served over your choice of rice, noodles, or potatoes Choice of two salad sides Seasonal fresh vegetables Two appetizers (seafood items extra) Rolls and butter Coffee service $21.50 per person
Peppercorn Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Soy Caramel Sauce Choice of rice or potatoes Choice of two side salads Fresh seasonal vegetables Choice of two appetizers (seafood items extra) Rolls and butter Coffee service $21.50 per person
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| These are suggested menus. You can put your own special flare and add to your menus or exchange for like items from our A La Carte menu. Prices are subject to change without notice unless you book your reservation now.
Extra fees: $2.00 per person additional to your total for seafood (appetizer exchange) $3.25 per person per entrées to your banquet meal when adding extra entree. | |