Wedding Buffet

 “Catering to the needs of Mainland Nova Scotia since 1989”

 

 

Buffet Menu 2024

Hors D’oeuvres

Set up on guest arrival immediately following ceremony, bar would be open at this time, while wedding party is off with photographer and dinner is being prepared

 (Choice of three options, all set up self-serve)

 

 

Vegetables Crudité GF V

A generous selection of hand chosen vegetables including the following but not limited to. Green, yellow and red pepper, green and yellow zucchini, grape tomatoes, cauliflower and broccoli, green or yellow beans, hand cut carrot sticks (no bunny luv’s here), celery and more. Served with a creamy garden vegetable dip or choose dairy free hummus.

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Description automatically generatedLocal Hot Smoked Atlantic salmon GF

Local North Atlantic fresh salmon loin dusted with brown sugar and maple with fresh herbs, slow smoked with oak and cherry woods and served with mango chutney and crackers

Fresh fruit medley GF V

We start our creation with a juicy pineapple and add honeydew melon, watermelon, cantaloupe, green grapes, red grapes, oranges, strawberries, fresh berries and whatever else is available and in season. We usually set this up as the centerpiece of the hors d’oeuvre table multi-layer.

Steamed Shrimp GF

20-30 count per pound shrimp lightly steamed and served cold either our seasoned Thai style or traditionally with seafood dipping sauce

Steamed Nova Scotia Mussels GF

Local Indian point blue mussels gently steamed with white wine, garlic and onions and served with drawn butter

Deli Meat Tray

Famous brothers pepperoni, cured meats, prosciutto and chef choice with pickles and olives plus sweet honey mustard for dipping

Imported cheese and charcuterie tray

Basically a blend of our fantastic selection of cheese from around the world, caper berries, deli meats, prosciutto, fresh grapes and more all artfully displayed on a large rough sawn maple board

Lebanese Mezza platter

Living in such a diverse location as Halifax allows us to showcase the rich ethnic foods of Lebanon and the Middle East. Includes Fatayer (Spinach Pie), slices of pita, stuffed grape leaves, kibbeh and hummus

Cheese & Crackers   

This is a more traditional selection for those perhaps a bit less adventurous. Expect to see mozzarella, cheddar, marble and swiss with pickles and garnish.  Each tray is artfully decorated with a selection of crackers and if required gluten free crackers.

 

Dinner Selections

Fresh Baked Rolls and cut baguettes

Our classic soft white oven baked dinner roll with butter and bacel and a selection of cut breads and baguettes. GF bread on request

 

Please choose one of the following salads

Add a second salad for $6 pp.

 

Certainly Cinnamon House GF V

Our most popular salad with a blend of seasonal organic greens, micro greens shredded beets, radicchio, crisp vegetables, dried fruit and fresh berries, julienned carrots and whatever seasonal vegetables we have on hand. Served with sweet onion vinaigrette, sun dried tomato pesto dressing, balsamic vinegar and olive oil and another dressing of our choice.

**Please feel free to personalize our house recipe, add things like pear or string beets, or add goat’s cheese to homestead feta; you are only limited by your imagination!

Mediterranean Greek GF

Homestead Feta, Kalamata black olives, red onions, English cucumbers, ruby red tomato fresh herbs and parsley and crisp romaine in a traditional Greek dressing.

Classic Caesar Salad

The name says it all, creamy dressing, real chopped bacon, crisp romaine, fresh shaved parmesan.

Baby Spinach Greens GF

Tender baby spinach greens, California walnuts, Goat’s cheese, dried fruit and berries, cut vegetables with a balsamic vinaigrette dressing. 

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Description automatically generatedKale and Broccoli salad GF Local kale, broccoli, cheese, Spanish onion in a sweet sauce

 

Radish, Arugula and fennel salad GF – A very light summer salad, unizue with hints of licorice and topped with a lemon vinegarette.

 

Other - We can pretty much make any type of salad so just let us know what you are interested in and we will add it to the menu.

 

 

 

Main

Please choose one option. If you can give us exact numbers or will allow your guests to make a choice you can have two options. Vegan and GF is also included no charge as long as we know who they are. If you would like to have two options for everyone, please ask your sales associate for a quote.

 

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Description automatically generated with low confidenceTriple “A” Local Roast Beef GF Atlantic

Anyone can cook beef; we think ours is the best! All our beef comes from Prince Edward Island which is the only location that can provide local beef without going to the farmJ. Slow roasted for up to 20 hours with simple dry rub spices, we let the flavor of the beef speak for itself. Served with au jus (can be made GF on request) made from the drippings.

Nova Scotia Maple Ham GF Local

Tender juicy pure maple syrup soaked ham, slow roasted, gently smoked in our hard wood smoker and carved on site. Accompanied by assorted mustards including our signature whole mustard seed and white wine spread

 

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Description automatically generated with low confidenceGrilled 1/4 Roast Chicken GF Local

One of our most popular items; local Eden Valley chickens dry rubbed, oven roasted and finished on site on the grill cut to order by our chef

 

Apple stuffed pork loin GF Local

Local pork loin stuffed with farm apples, dried fruit, fresh herbs, and spices than pan seared and slow roasted. Sliced on site by our chef and served with apple sauce and dripping reduction

Grilled Chipotle Lime Rubbed wing tip chicken GF V

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Description automatically generatedSkin on boneless chicken breast dry rubbed with southwest seasonings and fresh lime juice; we like our chicken to bite back!!

Grilled Chicken Skewers (2 pp.) GF

White and dark chicken marinated in Mediterranean spices with fresh lemon and herbs than grilled and served over seasoned rice

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Description automatically generatedGrilled Center cut North Atlantic Farmed Salmon GF Local

All our salmon comes from Fisherman’s market here in Halifax, one of the oldest independent fish mongers around. We only use “Heritage cut Salmon” which tends to be thinker and has a better flavor than supermarket variety. The options are endless with Salmon so consider having a tarragon cream sauce, local Cobiquid maple raisin glaze or a zesty lemon, olive oil and fresh oregano drizzle, the choice is yours.

Vegan Stuffed baby eggplant GF V

Baby eggplant brushed with pataks curry paste and roasted; filled with seared tofu, black bean, chickpea, vegetables, and quinoa.

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Description automatically generated with medium confidenceChick pea Chana Chat GF V

Great as an option for vegetarians! Loads of fresh tomatoes, chickpeas, eggplant, and cilantro and marinated overnight. Best served with basmati rice.

 

 

The following (3) are included with your choices above.

Spanish rice GF V

Long grain rice stir-fried with black beans, onion, fresh cilantro and hints of Mexican and Spanish spices. Nothing like adding a bit of spice to the wedding!!

Farm to Table Baby Red Potatoes GF V

Local potatoes splashed with olive oil, Herbs De Provence and roasted. As with all vegetables sometimes baby red potatoes are unavailable or exceptionally expensive. Caterer reserves the right to use local regular potatoes or mix it up with fingerlings. OR choose any style of potato you prefer

Mixed Roasted Vegetables GF V

Expect to see green and yellow zucchini, green and yellow beans, carrots, sweet potato, green, yellow and red peppers, broccoli  tossed with olive oil, spices and roasted. Really this is only a small sample of what we do; we pretty much use whatever is available and (hopefully) in season. All our vegetables come from Pete’s Fruitique.

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Description automatically generated with low confidenceCreamy Mac and Cheese ***This item can be substituted for the potatoes or rice above

Macaroni, triple cheese blend, cream, bacon, and onions, topped with seasoned breadcrumbs and baked.

 

 

 

 

Dessert

Choose one of the following 

Sweet Special Things

Mini cheesecake squares a selection of brownies, mini tarts and squares

Mason Jar Strawberry Shortcake 

Yummy! Fresh baked white pound cake loaded with strawberry and puree, topped with fresh whip cream and more hand cut berries. For GF we offer this with Gluten free lemon cake

Baked brownies with field berries and whip cream **Can be offered GF with a small price increase

Baked brownie with icing, whip cream, topped with blueberries, blackberries, strawberries and raspberries.

Crème Brulee

Definitely one of our most popular dessert options; creamy sweet egg and cream custard topped with burnt sugar topping GF $3 more per person for this item.

 

 

The fine print

 

$47.99 per person plus 15% Tax and 15% Gratuity based on not less than 100 people. For groups below 100 guests, our price increases by $4 for every drop of 10 guests.

Delivery charge start at  $100, cargo van fee of $175 and management fee of $150 apply. 

 

Price includes set up of our supplies, all service staff (based on 6 hours), all dishes and flatware (Bone china and 1810 stainless steel) and water glasses.

 

 

 Every wedding is unique and we expect changes (vegetarians, locations, travel time etc.) so please contact us for an exact quote.


902.423.2466 • 3204 Barrington Street • Halifax, Nova Scotia • Canada • B3K 2X6