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Bridal Shower Brunch with Harry Potter Theme

Event Description: LadyFingers catered a Bridal shower Brunch for a bride with a special theme – Harry Potter! The bride requested English-style foods, but also wanted at least two items featuring Brie cheese. LadyFingers created a Cheese and Fruit Display, finger food including Modern Tea Sandwiches, and a selection of delicious main course brunch items. The bridal shower brunch took place in one of the most charming venues in Pittsburgh – Point Breezeway – which as the name suggests, is located in the Point Breeze neighborhood of Pittsburgh.

“Thank you so much! Everything was perfect! The food complimented the theme without being over the top. Thank you for seeing my vision for the bridal shower brunch and working with me to make it come true. “ – Amanda H. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh bride)

Catering Menu

Artisanal Cheese and Fruit Display

A selection of English and French cheeses to include:

Brie served with Fig Compote

Double Gloucester

Beemster

Grapes, Apples and Dried Fruits

Sliced Breads and Crackers

Finger Food

Cucumber Cups with Salmon Mousse

Brie and Cherry Puff Cups

Modern Tea Sandwiches:

Mini Biscuits with Goat Cheese and Berry Preserves

Chicken and Arugula Toast Cups

Ham and Apple Choux Sandwiches with Boursin

Main Course Brunch

Bananas Foster Strata

Sausage and Gruyere Pie

Baby Greens with Red Grapefruit and Blood Orange Vinaigrette

Graduation Party Celebration

Event Description: LadyFingers catered a graduation party celebration featuring food stations at a beautiful Bell Acres home near Pittsburgh. Stations included an Artisanal Cheese and Fruit Station, a Macaroni and Cheese Station, a Pierogie Station, a Carving Station and a Salad Station.

“I wanted to say thank you so much to you and your staff for helping to make our daughter’s graduation party celebration a huge success. I received so many compliments on your delicious food offerings and beautiful table presentation at each of the stations. Everything was wonderful! You left my kitchen cleaner than how you found it, and I wouldn’t hesitate to call you the next time we are planning an event. Thank you again!” – Jennifer T. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh catering customer)

Catering Menu

Pierogie Station at Graduation Party Celebration

Food Station Starters

Artisanal Cheese and Fruit Station

Double Gloucester, Bellavitano Merlot, Gouda, Jarlsberg, Brie, Boursin, Buffalo Wing Cheddar

Grapes, Apples, Strawberries, Dried Cherries

Main Course Food Stations

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

Black Forest Ham, French Fried Onions, White Truffle Oil, Hot Sauce

Pierogie Station – traditional Pittsburgh pierogies served with fun toppings

Applesauce, Sour Cream, Crumbled Bacon, Shredded Cheese

Skewer Station and Carving Station

Sesame Chicken Skewers

Spicy Paprika Grilled Chicken Skewers

Salmon and Pineapple Skewers with Chile Glaze

Freshly Grilled and Carved London Broil

Salad Station

Black Bean and Avocado Salad

Three Cheese Tortellini Salad

Lemon Caesar Salad

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

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

Starters

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 – Traditional with a Twist!

Event Description: LadyFingers catered food stations for this wedding reception held at the Pittsburgh Opera House in the Strip District.

“LadyFingers balanced our need for food that would suit traditional Jewish tastes with our desire to have food that was fun and unique.“ – R.B. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh bride and groom)

Catering Menu

Cocktail Hour Food Stations

Artisanal Cheese and Fruit Station

English Cheddar, Bellavitano, Jarlsberg, French Brie, Gouda, Boursin and more

Apples, Grapes, Berries, Dried Fruits, Crackers and Breads

Crostini Station with assorted toppings

Roasted Red Bell Pepper Pesto

Black Olive Tapenade

Italian White Bean and Basil Dip

Chilled Soup Shot Station

Asparagus Vichyssoise

Ginger-Cantaloupe Soup with Thai Basil

Orange and Beet Soup with Yogurt

Main Course Food Stations

Salad Station

Tomato, Green Bean and Fresh Mozzarella Salad

Lemon Caesar Salad

Mediterranean Rice Salad

Fresh Fruit Bowl with Amaretto Crème (on the side)

Skewer Station

Spicy Paprika Grilled Chicken Kebabs

Salmon and Pineapple Skewers with Chile Glaze

Pierogie Station with toppings to include:

Caramelized Onions, Sour Cream, Applesauce, Chives

Kid’s Station

Cheese Cubes, Cantaloupe Soup, Plain Chicken, Fruit Kebabs and more

Outdoor Cocktail Wedding

Event Description: LadyFingers prepared elegant cocktail food including an artisanal Cheese and Fruit Station and an amazing array of passed hors d’oeuvres for a lovely ceremony and outdoor cocktail wedding reception held at the bride’s home in Indiana , PA.

“Because your food is freshly made and hand-assembled, we knew we had to have you for our outdoor cocktail wedding! Thanks so much for traveling so far and making our day extra-special“ – Olivia H. (a catering reference is available from this Western Pennsylvania bride)

Catering Menu

Cocktail Hour

Artisanal Cheese and Fruit Station

Double Gloucester, Bellavitano, St. Andre’, Smoked Gouda, Jarlsberg, Stilton and more

Red and green grapes, apple slices, strawberries and dried apricots

Served with assorted breads and crackers

Cucumber Cups with Thai Peanut Filling

Passed Hors D’oeuvres

Five-Spice Duck and Mango in Won Ton Cups

Mediterranean Stuffed New Potatoes

Artichoke and Parmesan Stuffed New Potatoes

Cucumber Cups with Thai Peanut Filling

Bacon Roll-Ups

Corncakes with Shrimp and Guacamole

Baked Zucchini and Feta Bites

Cashew Crusted Chicken Skewers

Pesto and Goat Cheese Tartlets

Gala Under the Stars – a Fundraising Gala benefiting the Crafton Pool

Event Description: LadyFingers prepared catered hors d’oeuvres and appetizers for this evening soiree and fundraising gala, benefiting the Crafton pool renovation project.

“Diane, you and your crew are wonderful and your food was fantastic! Thank you for all of your efforts in making the fundraising gala a success. Your donation of food and time made Crafton a fun place to party!” – Mary T. (a catering reference is available from this Crafton (Pittsburgh area) fundraising committee)

Catering Menu

Gala Appetizers and Hors D’oeuvres:

Artisanal Cheese and Fruit Station

Bacon Roll-Ups

Loaded Baked Potato Bites

Ham and Cheese Stuffed Baquette Slices

Potato Crusted Shrimp Balls

Bang-Bang Chicken in Won Ton Cups

Asparagus Vichyssoise Soup Shots

Crab Stuffed Snow Peas

Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas

Antipasto Salami Wraps

Kalamata and Pepper Jack Cheese Wedges

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

Artisanal 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

Wine Tasting and Fundraiser benefiting Our Clubhouse (formerly Gilda’s Club)

Event Description: LadyFingers prepared catered hors d’oeuvres and food stations for this wine tasting and fundraiser for Our Clubhouse (formerly 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

Artisanal 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

Graduation Party with Food Stations

Event description: LadyFingers prepared catered food stations for an upscale backyard graduation party in Pittsburgh’s North Hills.

“I just wanted to say how wonderful everything was at the graduation party! You received many, many compliments on your food, your service and your smiles! Thank you and the staff so very much!” – Charlotte S. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh client)

Catering Menu

Artisanal Cheese and Fruit Station

Brie, Camembert, Cheddar, Gruyere, Gouda

Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries

Pineapple, Cantaloupe, Red and Green Grapes

Fig Preserves and Roasted Almonds

Fresh Baguette Slices and Crostini

Skewer Station:

Jumbo Grilled Shrimp with Lime

Beef Filet and Sweet Potato

Sesame Chicken

Salmon and Pineapple with Chile Glaze

Mashed Potato Martini Station:

Mashed Idaho Potatoes (served in martini glasses)

Sour Cream, Crispy Bacon and Chives on the side

Mashed Sweet Potatoes (served in martini glasses)

Brown Sugar and Maple Syrup on the side

Salad Station:

Mediterranean Rice Salad

Tomato, Green Bean and Fresh Mozzarella Salad

Peach Salsa Salad