Spring Summer Menus 2008

 

Tray Passed Hors dOeuvres

 

An elegant way to begin your celebration.

We suggest selecting three choices from the following hors d’oeuvres menu.

 

 

Warm Brie and Fresh Tomato Crisp

slices of creamy French Brie and vine ripened tomatoes on top applewood smoked salted bagel crisps

 

Strawberry, Blue Cheese, and Olive Tartlets

a colorful mixture of strawberries, Castelverano olives, and

Rogue River blue cheese in a phyllo cup

 

Melon and Jicama Nori Rolls

crunchy jicama tossed with sweet summer melons wrapped in nori and Calrose sushi rice

 

Minted Edamame Crostini

crisp toasted Essential Baking Company baguette  topped with a velvety minted edamame puree and

sprinkled with black sesame seeds

 

Baked Fingerling Potato Spanish Tortilla

a traditional Spanish style potato and egg dish, garnished with a romesco sauce

 

Roasted Beet Tarts

rich buttery tart shell filled with creamy ricotta cheese and topped with roasted red and yellow beet confetti

 

Mascarpone and Goat Cheese Pizzettes

deliciously rich combination of a mascarpone and goat cheese tomato concasse, baked on puff pastry

 

Caprese Skewers

fresh mozzarella bocconcini, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil on individual bamboo skewers, drizzled with balsamic vinegar

 

Radish and Truffle Butter Tea Sandwiches

truffled whipped sweet cream butter spread on slices of Essential Baking Company baguette

 topped with thinly sliced radishes

 

Bamboo Steamed Potstickers

vegetarian filling won ton wrappers  steamed in bamboo baskets, tossed with a citrus soy glaze

and garnished with fresh chives and crushed Sichuan peppers

 

  Petite Crab Cakes

bite-sized cakes of prized local Dungeness crabmeat topped with dill aïoli

 

Iced Sriracha Prawns

black tiger prawns grilled with Sriracha, a sweet and spicy Thai sauce made from garlic and chili,

served chilled and garnished with a honey and Japanese sour plum sauce

 

Citrus Gravlax “Waffles”

anise-scented miniature waffles with a three citrus cured salmon and horseradish cream

 

Yellow Fin Tuna Rolls

tender pieces of seared tuna wrapped in cucumber ribbons and garnished with

wasabi crème fraîche and Togarashi chili flakes

 

Shrimp “Corn Dogs”

skewered shrimp dipped in corn meal batter, fried and served with a peach-jalapeno jam

 

Curried Chicken Salad Crisps

diced chicken breasts, sweet local nectarines, and fresh garden basil tossed with a Madras curry aïoli on

La Panzanella black pepper flatbread cracker

 

Proscuitto Wrapped Roasted Bananas

plump Cavendish bananas wrapped in proscuitto, quick roasted and sliced into bit sized pieces,

 served with an ancho-chili cilantro cream

 

Miniature Bison Burgers

savory Mediterranean seasoned bison meat burgers served on Essential Baking Kaiser rolls with a dill yogurt

 

Rare Roast Beef Roulades

thin sliced strips of rare roast beef filled with arugula and blue cheese, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil

 

Cocao Nib Encrusted Pork Tenderloin

pork tenderloin rolled in cream cheese and ground cocao nibs, roasted, then sliced in bit sized pieces

and topped with caramelized plums 

 

 

Washington law requires us to inform you that consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood,

shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

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Forks, Spoons & Cups

 

Whether skewered on a fork, resting in a spoon, or sipped from a cup, these bite sized or

shooter sized appetizers add an element of fun to your reception

 

 

Forks

One bite or two it is up to you

 

Melon, Marinated Artichoke, and Chorizo Sausage 

bite size slices of fresh melon, marinated artichoke bottoms, and smoke cured Chorizo sausage

 

Crispy Cornmeal Crusted Fried Oyster

with a wasabi cocktail sauce

  

Spoons

Spoonfully delicious

 

Soy Glazed Bering Sea Scallop

served with a herb infused pineapple vinaigrette saucy slaw, garnished with lotus root chip

 

Fresh Fig and Blue Cheese Terrine

served with a sherry vinegar reduction syrup

  

Cups

Umm umm goodness…demi up, demi down…

in celebration of long hot summer days, all of our soups are chilled

 

Fresh Tomato Gazpacho

Classic Spanish summertime soup made from a puree mixture of fresh tomatoes, sweet bell peppers,

onions, celery, cucumbers, bread crumbs, garlic, and olive oil

 

Jasmine Green Tea and Fresh Strawberry Puree

a delicious blend of steeped Jasmine green tea, honey, and fresh strawberries

 

Avocado Cream Soup

a luscious velvety soup made with sour cream, avocado, limejuice, and cumin

 

 

Washington law requires us to inform you that consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish

or eggs  may increase your risk of foodborne illness

50022140

 

 

 Appetizer Stations

 

Your guests will enjoy the wonderful variety of flavors featured in these stations.

Combine one of these selections with your passed hors d’oeuvres to create

a tantalizing cocktail hour prior to opening your buffet.

 

 

Antipasti

sliced cured Italian style meats,

 accompanied by a spiced olive medley, fresh mozzarella bocconcini, roasted pepper and oven-dried tomatoes,

 crisp red wine onions; and shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese,

served with sliced focaccia

  

Crostini

assortment of dips and spreads, may include chipotle hummus, herbed chèvre dip,

tapenade, artichoke-spinach dip, smoked salmon spread, and an eggplant capanata, thyme roasted garlic;

accompanied by herbed crostini and focaccia

  

Meze Plate

a vibrant display of Mediterranean aperitivo

grilled spring and summer vegetables, spiced olives, hummus, roasted red pepper sun-dried tomato pesto,

herbed goat cheese, and stuffed vine leaves, served with soft and crispy pita chips

  

Stuffed Brie en Croûte

rounds of creamy brie cut in half and layered with fresh fruit jam, then baked in puff pastry

and served with fresh berries, and water crackers

  

Mustard Glazed Lamb Chop Lollipops

individual chops of grilled petite New Zealand lamb basted with a mustard and mint julep glaze

  

Neapolitan Seafood Station

grilled jumbo shrimp with fresh mint and garlic,

marinated calamari salad with sweet bell peppers,

 seared scallops with marjoram and citrus,

and rosemary grilled wild king salmon

 

Chilled Seafood Presentation

house cured dill gravlox, hot smoked wild King salmon, Penn Cove mussel salad,

citrus seared sea scallops, sashimi grade yellow fin tuna wrapped in cucumber,

black tiger striped prawns,

served with caper rémoulade and housemade cocktail sauce

  

Classic Prawn Cocktail

black tiger-striped prawns poached in a rich savory vegetable broth seasoned with whole cloves and herbs,

chilled and served with sweet roasted red pepper aioli

  

House Cured Dill Gravlax

house-cured wild salmon served with dill cream cheese, capers, shaved red onions,

lemon slices, water crackers and artisan bread

  

Langoustines Piri Piri

(A traditional Portuguese-African dish)

a larger sweeter northeastern coast prawn sautéed with fresh ‘lipstick’ peppers, garlic,

lime, parsley, and coriander

 

 

Washington law requires us to inform you that consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish

or eggs  may increase your risk of foodborne illness

50022140

 

 

Heads, Tails & Fins

 

We serve only the finest wild caught fish from both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans.

Our seafood options below are beautifully prepared, roasted whole, and served straight from our oven to the table

  

 

Smoked Paprika Glazed Wild Salmon

salmon rubbed with a house blend of seasonings including smoked paprika, thyme, demerara sugar, and sea salt,

served with a blueberry, fennel, and fresh corn salsa

  

Cedar Roasted Wild Salmon

served with Sauce Vierge, a classic French salsa made with green olives, red onions, tomatoes, and lemon,

finished with a scattering of caramelized onions

  

Simply Wild Salmon

lightly seasoned sides of salmon roasted with fresh herbs and drizzled with black olive oil

 

 East Asian Wild Salmon

sides of salmon rubbed with Asian flavored mayonnaise then topped with sesame panko, roasted and finished with a soy ginger drizzle

  

Arugula and Hazelnut Crusted Alaskan Halibut

halibut topped with an arugula and hazelnut breadcrumb crust, served with a

shallot and roasted asparagus infused champagne butter sauce

  

Cedar Planked Roasted Alaskan Halibut

with a scallion and roasted red pepper emulsion

  

Szechuan Pepper Rubbed Roasted Alaskan Halibut

served with a sweet Malaysan chili vinaigrette and citrus cream

 

 Wild Alaskan Halibut

roasted halibut served with a parsley, tarragon, and pineapple vinaigrette slaw,

garnished with lotus root chip

 

 

Regional Seafood Presentations

 

The Mansion menu features only the freshest products

from our region’s finest purveyors.  Bounty to share among friends.

 

 

Chilled Pacific Seafood Presentation

Best of the season from our local waters and the Pacific Rim; presentation may include:

 

House Smoked Northwest Salmon

Wild King Salmon Dill Gravlax

Citrus Seared Sea Scallops

Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell (in season)

Black Tiger-Striped Prawns*

Steam Penn Cove Mussel, Lemon, and Arugula salad

Seared Yellow Fin Tuna Wrapped in Cucumber

 accompanied by rémoulade, lemon slices, cocktail sauce, and capers

  

All Mixed Up Seafood Paella

A traditional Spanish rice dish made with prawns, scallops, mussels, clams, chorizo sausage, and chicken,

simmered in a rich flavorful broth seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika,

saffron, onion, and peppers

  

Neapolitan Seafood Presentation

Inspired by the traditional flavors and the seaside harvest of Naples, Italy

 

Grilled Jumbo Shrimp with Garlic and Fresh Mint*

Marinated Calamari Salad

Seared Scallops with Marjoram and Lemon

Tomato Caper Relish Prawns*

Rosemary Tattooed Salmon

  

*Because prawns, shrimp, and oysters are often very popular,

additional platters of these items may be added to one of these presentations at your request.

 

 

Washington lay requires us to inform you that consuming raw or undercooked meats poultry, seafood,

shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

50022140

 

 

  Roasted or Grilled Beef & Lamb

  

A Mansion tradition.  All meats are roasted to a tender medium-rare and sliced into delectable medallions.

All our meat is hormone free, antibiotic free, and fed 100% vegetarian diet.

  

 

Garden Herb Filet of Beef

tenderloin of beef rubbed with fresh herbs  and extra-virgin olive oil; roasted to perfection and

served with balsamic roasted stone fruit

  

Salt and Pepper Rubbed Tenderloin

tenderloin of beef seasoned with white and black salts  and crushed peppercorn medley, then roasted

and drizzled with a garden herb chimichurri sauce

  

Jamaican Pepper and Thyme Rubbed New York Strip

boneless beef strips rubbed with Jamaican pepper (all spice) and thyme, roasted to medium rare, and

served with a red wine vinaigrette

  

Grilled Bistro Style Hangar Steak

seasoned with dried ground porcini mushrooms and rosemary, grilled and served with a

 sautéed mushroom and  shallot wine sauce

 

Ale Marinated Top Sirloin

top sirloin steaks are marinated in dark amber ale with shallots and fresh thyme,

roasted and served with Madeira demi-glace

  

Espresso and Chili Marinated Flatiron Steak

Café Vita espresso and chili marinated flatiron steak, with a sweet and zesty chipotle honey sauce

  

Cardamom Spiced Roasted Rack of Lamb

rack of lamb encrusted with fresh mint, demerara sugar, and green cardamom, then roasted, sliced into individual chops, and served with caramelized garlic preserve

 

 

Washington law requires us to inform you that consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish

or eggs  may increase your risk of foodborne illness

50022140

 


Roasted or Grilled Pork & Poultry

 

On the lighter side, we offer a variety of flavorful preparations with

these American classics.

 

 

Tequila Marinated Pork Loin

pork marinated in a robust mixture of Mexican spices and tequila,

slow-roasted and served with a cilantro lime cream

  

Green Tea Smoked Pork Loin

slow roasted green tea smoked loin of pork and

 drizzled with a blackberry ginger reduction

 

Caramelized Onion and Mustard Crusted Pork Loin

tender boneless pork loin is coated with whole grain mustard, honey, and caramelized onions,

then roasted and served with a sweet demi 

  

Moroccan Grilled Chicken

breast of chicken rubbed with house-made blend of Northern African spices, then grilled, sliced into medallions and served with a smoky harissa sauce

(a tangy blend of smoked paprika, fresh herbs, and roasted chilies stirred into a traditional aïoli)

  

Savory Grilled Chicken Breast

(served semi boneless)

chicken breasts brined in juniper berry, bay leaf and thyme, grilled and served with

fresh fig and Rogue Creamery blue cheese, then finished with chicken pan reduction 

  

Grilled Chicken and Artichoke Barigoule

a traditional Provencal style dish, grilled chicken breasts served with a savory mixture of stewed fresh artichokes, green olives, fresh fava beans, shallots, and white wine

  

Crispy Maple Leaf Breast of Duck

succulent pan seared crispy duck breasts served with a silky golden beet puree and fresh raspberries

 

 

 Washington law requires us to inform you that consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish,

or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

50022140

 

 

Potatoes & Rice

 

Our menus feature a variety of locally grown and organic produce when ever available.

Whether hot or chilled, potato and rice dishes are savory and satisfying accompaniments to

roasted meats, poultry, and seafood.

 

 

Roasted Organic Fingerling Potatoes

locally grown fingerling potatoes roasted with sweet cream butter and fresh herbs

  

Basil Mashed Potatoes

red creamer potatoes whipped with sweet cream butter, fresh basil and cream,

  

Sicilian Style Potato Gratin

capers, a common ingredient in Sicilian cooking, give this lighter stock based potato

and onion gratin a tangy salty flavor

  

Ginger Infused Basmati Rice with Asian Slaw

fragrant basmati rice simmered in stock with mushrooms, ginger, scallions, garlic, and sesame oil,

served with a colorful mixture of shredded vegetables tossed with mizuna greens

  

Jasmine Mojito Rice

aromatic long-grain jasmine rice simmered in vegetable stock, orange and lime juices,

tossed with coconut milk and fresh mint, served with pineapple rum salsa

 

Lemon, Asparagus, and English Pea Risotto

a delightful combination of fresh asparagus, shelled peas, lemon zest, Arborio rice, olive oil, butter, roasted

vegetable stock, and mascarpone cheese

 

Seven Herb Risotto

wonderfully rich infusion of savory herbs, Arborio rice, olive oil, butter,

vegetable stock, and Parmigianno-Reggiano

  

Eggplant Risotto with Tomato and Basil

Mediterranean overtones of roasted eggplant, tomatoes, and fresh basil blended with,

Arborio rice and finished with goat cheese

  

 

 Pastas & Grains

 

Our menus feature a variety of locally grown and organic produce when ever available.

Classic pastas or delectable salads composed of grains from around the globe make an enticing enhancement

to roasted meats, poultry, and seafood.

 

 

Artichoke Ravioli

spinach pasta squares filled with a mixture of fresh roasted artichokes, sautéed onions and a touch of 

gruyere, cream cheese, and fresh herbs, tossed with extra virgin olive oil, oregano, and chopped

market fresh tomatoes

  

Lemon Ricotta Ravioli

egg ravioli filled with lemon ricotta and Pecorino-Romano and tossed with a fresh basil pesto

  

Rainbow Colored Tortellini

a blend of four cheeses with a touch of fresh garlic filled into egg, spinach, and roasted red pepper pasta

finished with sweet paprika cream

  

Sesame Peanut Noodles

 chilled spelt vermicelli noodles tossed with sesame peanut dressing, shredded market vegetables, and chopped peanuts

 

Tropical Island Orzo Salad

tender, rice-shaped pasta tossed with pineapple, mango, papaya, toasted coconut,

macadamia nuts, fresh tarragon, and a passion fruit vinaigrette

  

Market Fresh Vegetable and Bread Salad

grilled pieces of rustic artisan bread are tossed with Moroccan cured olives, cherry tomatoes, cucumber,

feta cheese, and a dill vinaigrette

  

Red Quinoa and Black Bean Salad

red quinoa, an ancient grain of the Americas with a nutty flavor, is tossed with black beans, sweet red peppers,

jicama, jalapeno, fresh herbs, and a cumin-lime vinaigrette

 

 

  Vegetables

 

Our menus feature a variety of locally grown and organic produce when ever available.

The season’s freshest and best, featuring local growers and organic produce whenever possible.

Please inquire about seasonal specialties for your occasion.

 

 

Grilled Vegetable Medley

zucchini, yellow squash, eggplant, red peppers, and portobello mushrooms marinated in balsamic vinegar,

extra-virgin olive oil, and fresh herbs, grilled to perfection

 

Roasted Beet Carpaccio

wafer thin slices of vibrant yellow and red striped beets tossed in lemon balm oil,

topped with a salad of arugula, capers, and chives

 

Toasted Coriander Fava Beans

tender fresh-shelled fava beans sautéed with carrots and sweet onion,

tossed with a smoked bacon balsamic vinegar sauce

 

Sugar Snap Pea Salad

colorful and crunchy fresh peas with Walla Walla sweet onions, teardrop cherry tomatoes,

fresh basil, pine nuts, crumbled chèvre  and a fresh herb olive oil

 

Asparagus

slender spears tossed with garden herb oil, cracked black pepper, and caramelized shallots,

served with a garlic aïoli

 

Summer Squash Salad

shredded zucchini and yellow squash tossed with champagne vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, nasturtium blossoms,

and fresh spearmint, served on a bed of sliced heirloom tomatoes

 

Lemon and Garlic Broccolini Clusters

vibrant clusters of fresh broccolini sautéed with lemon, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil

 

Sautéed Green Beans

fresh seasonal pole beans sautéed with garlic, fresh fennel, ginger, and toasted hazelnuts

 

Corn Fricassee

a creamy blend of fresh-off-the-cob whole corn kernels, sautéed with butter, shallots, vermouth, and cream,

finished with parsley and Parmesan cheese


 

  Green Salads

 

Our menus feature a variety of locally grown and organic produce when ever available.

Whether selecting tender butter lettuce and Belgium endive, young baby spinach and baby arugula,

or a mixed bouquet of field greens,  a salad adds a fresh, clean balance to your buffet.

You may either customize your own salad or select from the following options.

 

  

Arugula and Watercress Salad

arugula and watercress leaves tossed with watermelon, thinly sliced onions, toasted nigella seeds,

which impart a mild pepper flavor, and a mint vinaigrette

 

Baby Spinach and Grilled Radicchio

tender young spinach leaves tossed with grilled radicchio, pistachios, fresh nectarines,

and cinnamon basil vinaigrette

 

Red and Green Leaf  Lettuce Salad

organic red and green lettuce leaves tossed with house-marinated roasted beets, fresh squeezed lemon juice,

and extra virgin olive oil

 

Edible Farm Greens

a mix of available wild greens, Belgium endive, edible flowers, and blueberries tossed

with a wildflower honey and thyme vinaigrette

  

Organic Field Greens

a variety of young field greens tossed with capers, sweet onion, Castelverano olives, heirloom orange segments,

and a creamy tarragon dressing

  

Butter Lettuce

soft velvety leaves of butterhead lettuce tossed with caramelized organic stone fruits, shaved Manchego,

and a honey balsamic vinaigrette

  

Hearts of Romaine

a twist on a classic Caesar, crisp romaine leaves, honey orange croutons,

and creamy Parmesan dressing,

 

 

Finale

 

We are proud to support an array of Washington and Oregon cheese makers.

A meal is complete with the European custom of serving an array of great cheeses.

Fruit and fine baked goods round out our menus.

 

 

Local Artisan Cheeses

A seasonal selection of artisan cheeses made from goat’s, sheep’s and cow’s milk which may include

Port Madison, Quillasascut, Samish Bay, Monteillet Fromagerie, Beechers, and Pleasant Valley,

served with fresh berries, smoked almonds, and water crackers

  

Imported & Domestic Cheeses

selection will include a variety of regions and textures,

as well as a choice between sheep’s milk, goat’s milk, and cow’s milk cheeses;

served with best-of-the-season fresh fruit and water crackers

  

Selection of Soft Dessert Cheeses

double-cream and triple-cream cheeses served with fresh berries, smoked almonds, and water crackers;

suggested accompaniment to dessert wines such as sherry and port

 

Seasonal Fruit Selection

best-of-the-season fruit, may include berries, apples, mango, melon, kiwi,

star fruit, dates, pineapple, citrus, and grapes

  

Bing Cherry and Chocolate Bread Pudding

layers of brioche bread in a vanilla scented chocolate and Bing cherry custard, served with crème fraîche

and a sweet merlot reduction

 

Assorted House Baked Crisps and Cobblers

choose from a variety of fruits including, blackberry, blueberry, cherry, peach, apples, and rhubarb,

topped with either a walnut and rolled oat crisp

or a vanilla spiced biscuit

  

Assorted Petite Desserts

an assortment of miniature desserts which may include fruit tartlets, decadent house-made bars,

chocolate truffles, and tea cookies; chocolate-dipped strawberries when in season