Baby Shower Garden Party

Event Description: LadyFingers catered a baby shower garden party at a home in the Coraopolis suburb of Pittsburgh. The food was served outdoors under the cover of a beautiful backyard “barn”.  Food included a Hot Dip Station, Tea Sandwiches, a Pierogie Station, a Cold Salad Trio and a Meatball Bar.

“Thanks for a lovely baby shower garden party. I received so many compliments on the food!” – Diane K. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh catering customer)

Catering Menu

Tea Sandwiches served at a baby shower garden party

Tea Sandwiches served at a baby shower garden party

Food Station Starters

Hot Dip Station – delicious dips served warm with assorted dippers

Roasted Corn and Lobster Dip

Artichoke and Green Chile Dip

Hot Reuben Spread

Tea Sandwiches

Cucumber and Cream Cheese

Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato

Chicken Salad in Toast Cups

Main Course

Meatball Bar

Parma Rosa Meatballs

Meatballs with Creamy Shiitake Mushroom Sauce

Cheesy Nacho Nacho Meatballs

Pierogie Station – traditional Pittsburgh pierogies served with assorted toppings

Applesauce, Sour Cream, Crumbled Bacon, Shredded Cheese, French-Fried Onions

Salad Station

Cold Salad Trio

Shrimp Salad served in martini glasses

Chicken Salad served in Puff Pastry Shells

Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon Salad rolled in zucchini ribbons

Baby Greens with Red Grapefruit and Blood Orange Vinaigrette

 

Graduation Party – Food Stations

Event Description: LadyFingers catered a graduation party featuring food stations under a large tent in the backyard of a Franklin Park home near Pittsburgh. Stations included a Hot Dip Station, a Macaroni and Cheese Station, a Pasta Bar, a Skewer Station and a Salad Station.

“Thank you so much for your help with our graduation party!  The food was wonderful” – Deirdre T. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh catering customer)

Catering Menu

Grilled Vegetable Platter for Graduation Party

Grilled Vegetable Platter

Food Station Starters

Hot Dip Station – delicious dips served warm with assorted dippers

Roasted Corn and Lobster Dip

Artichoke and Green Chile Dip

Hot Reuben Spread

Main Course Food Stations

Macaroni and Cheese Station – Gruyere and cheddar mac and cheese served with scrumptious toppings

Crumbled Bacon, French Fried Onions, White Truffle Oil, Hot Sauce

Pasta Bar – Penne tossed with fresh Castelvetrano Olive and Pistachio Pesto and served with toppings

Crispy Prosciutto, Shaved Parmesan, Grape Tomatoes

Skewer Station

Fiesta Lime Shrimp Skewers

Spicy Paprika Grilled Chicken Skewers

Beef and Mushroom Kebabs

Salad Station

Baby Greens with Red Grapefruit and Blood Orange Vinaigrette

Lemon Caesar Salad

Grilled Vegetable Platter including asparagus, red bell peppers, portobellos and zucchini

Fresh Fruit Bowl with Amaretto Creme on the side

Vegan Wedding at Five Fillies Farm

Event Description: LadyFingers catered a vegan wedding in the Wedding Barn at Five Fillies Farm in New Wilmington, PA.  Food included cocktail hour food stations, passed hors d’oeuvres and a vegan buffet.

Catering MenuWedding Barn at Five Fillies Farm, site of vegan wedding

Cocktail Hour Food Stations

Crostini Station – hand made crostini with assorted vegan toppings

Italian Bean and Basil Spread

Black Olive Tapenade

Roasted Red Bell Pepper Pesto

Crudites Station – a variety of fresh vegetables with assorted vegan dips

Fiery Butternut Squash Dip

Smoky Black Bean Dip

Caramelized Onion Dip

Quesadilla Station

Black Bean and Chipotle

Spinach and Avocado

Roasted Vegetable

Passed Hors D’oeuvres

Sun-Dried Tomato Pinwheels

Pesto and Goat Cheese Tartlets (vegetarian)

Main Course Buffet

Vol Au Vents – crisp puff pastry shells with vegan fillings

Asparagus and Shiitake Green Curry

Parma Rosa Roasted Vegetable

Potato and Onion Pierogies with assorted vegan toppings

Applesauce, Pesto Sauce, French Fried Onions

Peach Salsa Salad

Traditional Green Salad with assorted dressings

Bridal Shower Luncheon

Event Description: LadyFingers catered a bridal shower luncheon with passed hors d’oeuvres and a fresh buffet at a private residence in the Pittsburgh suburb of Wexford.

“The LadyFingers ladies are terrific! Delicious food and delightful service! – Mary W. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh client)

Catering Menu

Bridal shower luncheon with salmon zucchini rolls

Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon Salad in Zucchini Ribbons

Passed Hors D’oeuvres

Mini Biscuits with Goat Cheese and Fig Preserves

Smoked Ham and Dijon Crepe Rolls

Crostini with Roasted Red Bell Pepper Pesto

Shrimp Bisque Cocktail Soup Shots

Main Course Buffet

Cold Salad Trio – three colds salads each served in a special way

Shrimp Salad served in martini glasses

Chicken Salad served in puff pastry shells

Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon Salad rolled in zucchini ribbons

Finger Sandwich Selection

BLT Mini-Biscuits

Salami Sandwich Stacks

Cucumber and Cream Cheese (traditional tea sandwich)

Salad-tini Station – a choice of mini salad ingredients served in martini glasses

Baby Lettuces, Baby Spinach, French Endive, Red Cabbage

Carrots, Cucumbers, Bell Peppers

Croutons, Shaved Parmesan

Dried Cranberries, Candied Walnuts

Fresh Dressings including Blood Orange Vinaigrette, Lemon Caesar and Thai Peanut

Salads/Sides

Boursin Potato Gratin

Mediterranean Rice Salad

 

 

Cocktail Party Fundraiser – Attack Theatre Season Kick-off

Event Description: LadyFingers catered a cocktail party fundraiser for the kick-off of Attack Theatre’s new dance season in Pittsburgh.

“Great job as usual!  The dip and the crudité cups were amazing – Anna S. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh arts patron)

Catering Menu

Starterscrudite cups

Artisanal Cheese and Fruit Station

English Cheddar and Ale Dip served warm with assorted dippers

Passed Hors D’oeuvres

Mini Crudité Cups with Fresh Dill Dip

Bang-Bang Chicken in Wonton Cups

Pesto and Goat Cheese Tartlets

Grilled Beef Ribbons with Bourbon Glaze

Crabby Jack Quesadillas

 

Wedding Reception – Hors D’oeuvres and Food Stations

Event Description: LadyFingers catered a late winter Wedding Reception with hors d’oeuvres and food stations at the Robin Hill Mansion in the Pittsburgh suburb of Moon Township.

“The food was so much fun!  Our guests couldn’t stop talking about it. The combination of food stations and passed hors d’oeuvres was the perfect way to go.  Thanks for all of your great guidance! – J.Y. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh bride)

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Passed Hors D’oeuvres

Hot Bacon Rolls

Endive Chicken Boats

Crab and Havarti Puffs

Seared Tuna with Tropical Salsa on Rice Crackers

Grilled Steak Rolls with Bourbon Dipping Sauce

Wild Mushroom and Gruyere Wedges

Meatballs with Spiced Fig Sauce

Grazing Stations

Hot Dip Station

Roasted Corn and Lobster Dip

Triple Creme Brie and Prosciutto Dip

Artichoke and Green Chili Dip

Quesadilla Station

Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas

Shrimp and Sun-Dried Tomato Quesadillas

Roasted Vegetable Quesadillas

Pierogie Station

Served with toppings that included applesauce, bacon, sour cream, cheeses

 

Wedding Reception – A Taste of the Southwest

Event Description: LadyFingers catered a summer wedding reception with Southwestern-styled hors d’oeuvres and food stations at a private residence in Harmony, PA.

“Although it was rainy, the food brightened up the day and the guests were very happy.  Great job by all involved! – N.S. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh bride)

Catering Menu

Cocktail Hourcarved steak

Hot and Cold Dip Station

Queso Fundido with Chorizo

Roasted Corn and Lobster Dip

Seven Layer Taco Parfait

Southwestern Chicken Dip

Passed Hors D’oeuvres

Corncakes with Shrimp and Guacamole

Mexi-Corn Salad Cups

Beef Martini Skewers

Main Course Food Stations

Taco Station – Corn Tortilla Shells and Flour Tortillas

Grilled Chicken, Grilled Shrimp and Grilled Flank Steak

Shredded Cheeses, Shredded Lettuce, Chopped Red Onion, Chopped Tomatoes, Chopped Olives

Sour Cream, Guacamole and Salsas

Salad Station

Baby Greens with Oranges, Avocado, Jicama, Pepitas and Honey-Lime Dressing

Grilled Corn and Portobello Salad

Peach Salsa Salad

Pierogie Station (not Southwestern but fun for Pittsburghers)

Served with toppings that included applesauce, bacon, sour cream, cheeses

First Communion Party with Food Stations

Event Description: LadyFingers catered a First Communion Party for a family in the Roslyn Farms neighborhood near Pittsburgh.

“The LadyFingers food made our First Communion party very special!  Thanks to Diane and her staff for the most amazing food stations.  We would hire her again in an instant! – Laura B. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh catering client)

Catering Menu

Grazing Stations

Hot Dip Station

Roasted Corn and Lobster Dip

Hot Reuben Spread

Artichoke and Green Chili Dip

Antipasto Station

Assorted Cured Meats and Assorted Italian Cheeses

Marinated Vegetables including Artichokes, Mushrooms and Olives

Main Course Food Stations

Meatball Station

Meatballs with Creamy Shiitake Mushroom Sauce

Parma Rosa Meatballs

Meatballs with Spiced Fig Sauce

Skewer Station

Paprika Grilled Chicken Kebabs

Lamb Koftas with Horseradish Dipping Sauce

Port-Sauteed Mushroom and Prosciutto Skewers

Fiesta Lime Shrimp Skewers

Salad Station

Lemon Caesar Salad

Baby Greens with Beets and Red Grapfruit

Grilled Asparagus Platter

Fresh Fruit Bowl

Kid’s Station

Crescent-Wrapped Mini Hot Dogs

Cheese Quesadillas

Baby Carrots with Ranch Dip

Gatsby Gala Fundraiser

Event Description: LadyFingers catered the Gatsby Gala fundraiser for the Sewickley Heights History Center in the Sewickley Heights neighborhood near Pittsburgh.

“Thanks again for doing such a wonderful job. All of the feedback on the food and the event has been great and people have been asking if we will do it again next year.  I look forward to working with you again! – Dana Greenblatt, Director, Sewickley Heights History Center (a catering reference is available from this non-profit director)

Catering MenuGatsby Gala Cheese

Cocktail Hour

Artisanal Cheese and Fruit Station including Hot Dip

Roasted Corn and Lobster Dip

Double Gloucester, Bellavitano Merlot, Asiago with Rosemary

French Brie, Artisan Blue, Jarlsberg, Boursin

Boursin Stuffed Shrimp (passed)Gatsby Steph with Shrimp

Chilled Soup Shots (passed)

Cantaloupe-Ginger Soup

Asparagus Vichyssoise

Main Course Food Stations

Mashed Potato Bar

served with sour cream, shredded cheese, green onions, bacon, french-fried onions and black beans

Skewer Station

Rosemary Chicken Kebabs

Grilled Steak Skewers with Port-Sauteed Mushrooms

Shrimp Skewers with Lime

Salad Station

Lemon Caesar Salad

Waldorf Salad

Brown Rice Salad with Garden Vegetables

Rolling Dessert Cart

Assorted Mini Tartlets

Chocolate Dipped Fruit

Gatsby Brownies

Vegan Wedding Reception, “Bohemian” Style

Event Description: LadyFingers catered upscale vegan appetizers, passed hors d’oeuvres and a buffet for this vegan wedding reception held at the New Bohemian Theater on the North Side of Pittsburgh.

“Thanks so much for your willingness to cater a unique vegan wedding!  The food was awesome for vegans and non-vegans alike. We had so many compliments from guests who were skeptical about a vegan reception! – Janet B. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh wedding client)

Catering Menu

Cocktail Hour

Crostini Display featuring hand-made crostini and vegan toppings

Fiery Butternut Squash

Caramelized OnionEndive with Avocado Salsa

Spiced Red Lentil

Passed Hors D’oeuvres

Artichoke and Roasted Garlic-Stuffed New Potatoes

Endive with Avocado Salsa

Main Course Buffet

Asparagus and Shiitake Green Curry

Penne with Castelvetrano Olive and Pistachio Pesto

Baby Greens with Beets and Blood Orange Vinaigrette

Grilled Asparagus Platter with Balsamic Glaze (on the side)