Victorian Tea with Hors D'oeuvres and Dessert
Event Description: LadyFingers prepared catered tea sandwiches, passed hors d’oeuvres and bite-size desserts for an elegant and upscale baby shower. LadyFingers also provided a full tea service.
“Diane and the LadyFingers Ladies catered a beautiful Victorian Tea baby shower ~ truly elegant sophistication! All aspects of the event were flawless and all of my guests had a wonderful time! Diane took the time to meet with me to discuss at length all aspects of the menu along with the actual event planning ~ from linens, to flowers, to china! The food was delightful and the servers were professional and made everyone feel extremely special.” - Lauren S. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh area client)
Catering Menu
Tea Sandwiches:
Rare Beef with Horseradish Mayonnaise
Mushroom Truffle Pate’
Smoked Salmon Triangles
Chicken Salad on Mini Croissants
Salmon Mousse in Cucumber Cups
Goat Cheese and Pepper Jelly Biscuits
Crab and Avocado Salad Cups
Rolled Zucchini Ribbons with Garden Greens
Chicken Florentine in Puff Pastry
Cheddar and Green Olive Puffs
Desserts
Chocolate Dipped Fruit
Almond Crescents
Beverages
Full Tea Service
Earl Grey, English Breakfast, Plantation Mint, Cinnamon, Lemon Ginger
Served on the LadyFingers antique silver Victorian tea set
White Cranberry Cosmo Punch
Sarah Heinz House Fundraiser and Wine Tasting
Event Description: LadyFingers prepared catered hors d’oeuvres and food stations for a fundraiser and wine-tasting benefiting the Sarah Heinz House on Pittsburgh’s North Side.
“Everyone loved the food! Diane and LadyFingers did a great job! And a special thanks to her for the 10% donation that she made to Sarah Heinz House”. - Bob B. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh non-profit organization)
Catering Menu
Artisinal Cheese and Fruit Station
Hot Dip Station
Roasted Corn and Lobster Dip
English Cheddar and Ale Dip
Triple Creme Brie and Prosciutto Dip
Boursin-Stuffed Shrimp
Three Cheese Potato Baskets
Crab Cakes with Dill Mayonnaise
Basil and Asiago-Stuffed Mushrooms
Chicken Florentine in Puff Pastry
Beef Filet and Garden Vegetable Kebabs
Hot Bacon Bundles
Desserts
Bourbon Cream Cheese Brownies
Cinnamon Apple Crescents
Turtle-Covered Pretzels
Chocolate Truffles
Festive Communion Party
Event Description: LadyFingers prepared catered food stations for family and friends at a delightful communion party.
Diane and her staff took care of everything for my daughter’s communion party. It was so wonderful to be able to enjoy the party with my family and friends. The food stations are a great idea, especially if you want to try something different. Diane’s menu selections have something for everyone. My daughter was so excited about the kids station and she picked all of her favorites! We can’t wait to use her services again. – Karen G. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh area client)
Catering Menu
Hors D’oeuvre Station
Pesto and Goat Cheese Tartlets
Chicken And Peach Wontons
Seared Tuna with Tropical Salsa
Hot Bacon Bundles
Meatballs with Creamy Shiitake Mushroom Sauce
Carving Station
Grilled Beef Filet with Horseradish Sauce
Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Mahogany Sauce
Mashed Potato Martini Station
Mashed Russet Potatoes with sour cream, shredded cheese, crumbled bacon and chives
Mashed Sweet Potatoes with maple syrup, brown sugar and mini-marshmallows
Skewer Station
Bourbon Chicken Skewers
Tortellini Kebabs with Fire-Roasted Tomato Sauce
Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Salad Station
Tomato, Green Bean and Fresh Mozzarella Salad
Fresh Fruit Bowl with Amaretto Creme
Grilled Corn and Portobello Salad
Kid’s Station
Macaroni and Cheese
Cheese Quesadillas
Mini Tacos
Crescent Cocktail Wieners
Curly Fries
Brownie Bar
Private Anniversary Dinner Party for Two
Event Description: LadyFingers prepared a private, in-home, five-course dinner party for a lovely couple celebrating their first anniversary. Customized courses included an appetizer, a soup, a fish course, an entree and a dessert.
For our one-year anniversary, my husband surprised me with the most wonderful evening prepared by LadyFingers. I’ve never experienced something so special, thoughtful, and unique. All five courses were out of this world! Superb! I would highly recommend this service for any occasion and especially for you gents who are always looking for that special touch for your partner! Thank you Diane for one very memorable night! - Lynsey B. (a personal chef reference is available from this Pittsburgh area client)
Menu
Chorizo Sauteed with Red Wine
Asparagus Vichyssoise with Chive Oil
Macadamia-Crusted Tuna with Purple Potato Puree
Lemon Sorbet (palate cleanser)
Pork Tenderloin with Champagne Dill Mustard Sauce
Twice-Baked Spinach Souffles
Individual Blueberry Orange Trifles
Non-Profit Board Meeting Buffet
This catered buffet menu is one of many that LadyFingers has prepared for the Sarah Heinz House Board Meetings. A catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh client.
Catering Menu
Salmon Florentine Pie
Asparagus and Sun-Dried Tomato Pie
Chicken and Green Chile Pie
Meatballs with Spiced Fig Sauce
Rolled Zucchini Ribbons with Garden Greens
Desserts
Grilled Pineapple Kebabs
Pumpkin Swirl Brownies
Lime Velvet Tarts
Birthday Brunch
Event Description: LadyFingers prepared catered hors d’oeuvres and food stations for family and friends at this birthday party brunch. The LadyFingers Crepe Station is a Pittsburgh specialty!
Catering Menu
Brie and Cherry Pastry Cups
Bacon Rolls
Crepe Station – Handmade crepes with hot fillings
Scrambled Eggs with a choice of Bacon, Sausage, Tomatoes, Chives
Beef Stroganoff with Sour Cream
Escalloped Apples with a choice of Chopped Pecans, Raisins
Quiche Station
Macaroni and Cheese and Ham Pie
Chicken and Roasted Corn Pie
Desserts
Fresh Fruit Bowl with Amaretto Creme
Crepes Suzettes Cups
Rustic Rehearsal Dinner
Event Description: LadyFingers prepared catered hors d’oeuvres and a hearty buffet for a backyard Rehearsal Dinner
“I’ve eaten a lot of beef brisket over the years, but this is the best I’ve ever tasted!”
Catering Menu
Sauteed Chorizo with Red Wine
Polo Verde Tarts
Artichoke Cheese Bread Bites
Bourbon Chicken Skewers
Fiesta Lime Shrimp Kebabs
Beef Filet and Sweet Potato Skewers
Grilled Pork Tenderloin
with Champagne Dill Mustard Sauce
Beef Brisket Braised with Beer and Onions
Grilled Corn and Portobello Salad
Tomato, Green Bean and Fresh Mozzarella Salad
Three Cheese Tortellini Salad
Gilda’s Club Wine Tasting and Fundraiser
Event Description: LadyFingers prepared catered hors d’oeuvres and food stations for this wine tasting and fundraiser for Gilda’s Club in Pittsburgh’s Strip District.
“On behalf of the members, staff, volunteers and board of directors of Gilda’s Club Western Pennsylvania, thank you and LadyFingers for your generous donation of 10% of your proceeds from your catering service of the Burns White Wine Tasting event at Gilda’s Club last evening. Your thoughtful and kind gesture means so much to all of us at Gilda’s Club. Your food was absolutely delicious and your staff was superb!” – Carol Lennon, Executive Director (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh non-profit organization)
Catering Menu
Artisinal Cheese and Fruit Station
Crudités Station
Chicken Florentine in Puff Pastry
Lobster and Havarti Puffs
Beef Filet and Sweet Potato Kebabs
Antipasto Salami Horns
New Potatos with Creole Crab Filling
Roast Beef and Horseradish Crepe Rolls
Shrimp and Sun-Dried Tomato Quesadillas
Pear Skewers with Honey and Gorgonzola
Desserts
Fudgie Brownie Bites in Puff Pastry
Key Lime Mini Tarts
Donna’s Famous Cookie Assortment
Mt. Washington Cocktail Party and Rooftop Reception
Event Description: LadyFingers prepared catered hors d’oeuvres and bite-sized desserts for a beautiful roof-top cocktail party and reception for Pittsburgh conference attendees.
“I hired Diane to cater an hors d’oeuvre reception for a professional conference through the University of Pittsburgh. Everyone agreed that it was the best experience of it’s kind that they had ever had. Diane’s food and wonderful serving staff were crucial to the success and I am grateful to her for making me look so good among my peers. She is prompt, professional, endlessly creative and really fun to work with. You will have an exceptional experience if you hire her for your event”. - David L. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh client)
Catering Menu
Roasted Corn and Lobster Dip
Chicken Florentine in Puff Pastry
Mustard-Crusted Lamb Chops
BLT Biscuits
Baby Squash with Thai Rice Stuffing
Shrimp Forks with Avocado Salsa
Corn Fritters with Chipotle Cream
Port-Sautéed Mushroom and Prosciutto Skewers
Brie with Green Apple and Candied Walnuts on Baguette Slices
Seared Tuna with Tropical Salsa on Rice Crackers
Grilled Asparagus and Portobellos with Balsamic Glaze
Sautéed Chorizo with Red Wine
Parmesan Shells with White Bean Mousse
Desserts:
Apple Crisp Cups
Cappucino Blondies
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries
Art Gallery Wedding Reception
Event Description: LadyFingers prepared catered hors d’oeuvres and food stations for an elegant and sophisticated wedding reception held in a beautiful art gallery in Pittsburgh’s West End.
“To Diane and Team: We were so impressed with your warm and gracious service, wonderful food, and willingness to go above and beyond at our wedding reception”. - M. Farrell (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh bride)
Catering Menu
Roasted Corn and Lobster Dip
Sugar and Nut Glazed Brie on a Fruit Tray
Crostini Station:
Creamy Red Pepper Pesto
Eggplant and Tomato Caponata
Italian Bean Dip
Beef Filet and Sweet Potato Kebabs
Crab Cakes with Cajun Remoulade
Asparagus and Boursin in Puff Pastry
Baked Zucchini and Feta Bites
Spicy Chicken Quesadilla Wedges
Chive Pancakes with Red Onion Confit
Scallops Wrapped in Bacon
Chicken and Peach Won Tons
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