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PASSED HORS DOEUVRES
Fig and Arugula PizzetteWhite Truffle Cream
Caramelized Apple and Onion CrostiniBeecher’s Cheddar, Thyme Truffle Honey
Potato Salad Poppers Red Bliss Cups, Crispy Bacon
Harissa Grilled Lamb LollypopMint Cucumber Raita
Braised Beef Short Rib SpoonsBlue Cheese Mashed Potato, Microcress
Sesame Crab CakePickled Ginger, Wasabi Cream
Smoked Salmon TartareCapers, Dill, Herbed Potato Chip
Ahi Tuna FlatbreadSriracha Aioli, Soy Reduction
Sriracha Deviled EggsBacon Candy
Parmesan CannolisGenoa Salami, Boursin
White Truffle Mac‘n’Cheese Tarts
Pepper Jelly CheesecakeRitz Crust, Goat Cheese Custard,
Red Pepper Compote
Pear & Roquefort Stars
Porcini RisottoParmesan Tuile
Caesar Salad Spring RollsProsciutto Wrapper, Focaccia Croutons
Peppered Beef SkewersHorseradish Cream, Micro Arugula
Chicken Cornbread Cakes Chipotle Aioli, Cilantro
Angus Beef SlidersPickle, Cheddar, Caramelized Onions
Mini Hot Dogs with “The Works”Sauerkraut, Mustard, Relish
Mini Beef WellingtonsMushroom Duxelle, Puff Pastry
Gruyère Cheese PuffsMelty Cheese Bites
Port Poached PearsGorgonzola Dolce, Arugula
Apple, Brie & Golden Raisin Puffs
Creamy Shrimp Crescents
Chicken Cornbread Cakes
Stationary Platters
Artisanal Cheese PlatterLocal and imported cheeses, charcuterie,
crackers, Marcona almonds, grapes and fresh berries
Baked Brie en CrouteFrench triple crème Brie topped with
pear and cranberry compote, wrapped in puff pastry
House Made Herb Potato Chip Platterwith roasted garlic or truffle Parmesan dip
Smoked Salmon Platterserved with cream cheese rosettes,
pumpernickel toast, red onion, capers and dill
Fresh Vegetable Crudite Basketasparagus, zucchini, yellow squash, carrots,
celery, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes and spinach herb dip
Shrimp Cocktail Platterperfectly poached white shrimp
served with classic cocktail sauce
Smoked Salmon Platter
“ Everything was fantastic! I knew it would be good, but
Wow everything was absolutely delicious! Our guests were
raving.”
SALADS
Tuscan Kale CaesarWarm Polenta Croutons, Shaved Parmesan
Fennel and Honey Crisp Apple Salad Maytag Blue, Currants, Sherry Vinaigrette
Harvest SaladPomegranate Seeds, Sherry Braised Beets,
Almond “Granola,” Orange Supremes, Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Arugula and Goat Cheese Salad Candied Walnuts, Dried Cherry Vinaigrette
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad Baby Spinach, Black Beans, Feta Cheese,
Dried Cranberries Chipotle Vinaigrette
Lolla Rossa Salad Honey Grilled Portobellos, Artichoke Hearts,
Chèvre, Truffle Dressing
SOUPS
Butternut Squash SoupCinnamon Cream, Frizzled Shallots
Roasted Cauliflower SoupBrussel Sprout Chips, Rye Croutons, Pine Nuts
Caramelized Apple and Onion SoupGruyère Grilled Cheese
“ Thank you so much for everything last night! Your service was seriously perfect .
You guys thought of everything and were totally
on top of it!”
Roasted Cauliflower Soup
Yellowfin Tartare
SMALL PLATES
Individual Baked BrieCranberry Apple Compote, Sliced Baguette
Crispy Pan-Seared Sea ScallopsBacon and Brussel Sprout Hash
Hand Chopped Beef TartarePickled Veg, Wave Hill Crostini,
White Truffle Butter
Port Poached Figs and Prosciutto Black Pepper and Roasted Garlic Ricotta,
Micro Arugula
Yellowfin TartareAvocado, Radish Carpaccio, Micro Salad,
Yuzu Lime Dressing
PASTA COURSE
Wagyu Beef and Black Truffle Ravioli Porcini Mushroom Cream
Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Ravioli Arugula, Apples, Walnuts
Lasagna BologneseHandmade Spinach Pasta,
Creamy Béchamel, 4-Hour Bolognese
Potato and Ricotta GnocchiShort Rib Ragu Crispy Pan-Seared Sea Scallops
PLATED ENTREES
Pan-Seared Duck BreastCherry Balsamic Reduction, Wild Rice Pilaf,
Roasted Delicata SquashBraising Sauce
Roasted Chicken BreastChanterelle Demi Glace,
Roasted Garlic Mashers, Sauteed Spinach
Dijon Rosemary Encrusted Filet of BeefCabernet Pan Sauce,
Blue Cheese Potato Gratin
Slow Roasted Beef Short RibsParmesan Risotto, Vegetable Succotash,
Braising Sauce
Miso Glazed SalmonSoba Noodles, Braised Kale, Ginger Broth
Pomegranate Glazed Lamb ChopsCarrot Parsnip Purée,
Crispy Brussel Sprout Leaves
Wild Striped BassIsraeli Couscous, Pickled Fennel, Olives, Capers
Pan Roasted Pork ChopApple Cabbage Braise, Mustard Leek Gravy
North African Vegetable StewPineapple Chutney
PLATED DESSERTS
Apple Tarte TatinCinnamon Gelato
Caramel BudinoSalted Pretzel Crust,
Chocolate Ganache, Caramel Pudding, Chantilly Cream
Brown Butter Banana Cheesecake Vanilla Wafer Tuile, Rum Raisin Caramel
Chocolate Souffle Cake Bourbon Salted Caramel Sauce,
Marshmallow Fluff
Seasonal Fruit Crisp Gelato
Coffee and DonutsCoffee Pots du Crème,
Warm Donut Muffins
PASSED DESSERTS
Assorted Mini Tarts
Seasonal Cheesecake Pops
Assorted Mini Cupcakes
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Triple Chocolate Brownie Bites
Crème Brûlée Spoons Assorted Mini Tarts
Weddings
All of our cakes are custom designed with endless flavor and design possibilities. We specialize in fondant and buttercream wedding cakes, dessert bars, sugar cookies, hand-made sugar flowers, cupcake towers and decadent pastries.
Palmer’s Bakery has won numerous awards for its spectacular wedding cakes including “Best Wedding Cakes” and “Best Bakery” by Moffly Media’s Best of the Gold Coast,
“ Thank You so much for a fantastic wedding cake!
Everyone loved both the taste of the cake and the design. I would not have changed
a thing.”
Flowers
Our floral designers are known for their custom work, from elegant table arrangements to extravagant wedding decor. Our designers are also available for in-home consultations on custom holiday and party designs.
STATIONS
We are experts at conceiving unique presentations. After all, we eat with our eyes first! Listed below are some of our everyday food stations, but be sure to inquire about custom designed menus and displays.
Some examples are:
Filet of Beef Dipping Station
Artisan Cheese & Charcuterie Tables
Vertical Food Wall
Veggie Crudite and Dip Station
Chip ‘n’ Dip Station
Classic Carving Station
Mashed Potato Bar
Mac’n’Cheese Bar
Fire and Ice
Sushi Table
Raw Bar
Salad Wall
S’mores Station
SO MUCH MORE THAN CATERING
We at Palmer’s Fine Food & Catering know that throwing a fabulous event requires a lot more than just delicious food. We set ourselves apart by offering not only exquisite cuisine, but also superior event planning and decor services. From intimate dinner parties, to weddings, fundraisers and galas, we have everything you need to make your event a success.
The founding business, Palmer’s Market, is nationally acclaimed and has been a Fairfield County staple for over 90 years. It has grown to include Palmer’s Fine Food & Catering, Palmer’s Bakery and Palmer’s Flowers & Gifts: a quartet of award winning businesses, all under one roof.
Full Service Event Planning Custom tablescapes, event décor, personalized menus, rentals, and staffing, all coordinated by our experienced Event Planner. We take care of every detail so you don’t have to.
CuisineEvery event is unique and so are our menus.Our Executive Chef Megan Palmer Rivera, will work with you to create a seasonal menu to suit your tastes.
StaffingBlack tie or casual, Palmer’s Catering can provide you with an experienced staff that will take care of your every need. Please inquire for pricing on waiters, bartenders and professionally trained chefs.
Rentals We will coordinate all of your rental needs including; tables, linens, glassware, china, custom display pieces, furniture, lighting, tenting and more.
Executive Chef Megan Palmer Rivera