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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


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

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 art gallery wedding reception held 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 art gallery wedding reception”. – M. Farrell (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh bride)

Catering Menu

Roasted Corn and Lobster Dip

Roasted Corn and Lobster Dip at an Art Gallery Wedding Reception

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

Surprise 40th Birthday Party

Event Description: LadyFingers prepared catered hors d’oeuvres and food stations for a fun and festive surprise birthday party held at the Ohio Township Nature Center in Pittsburgh’s North Hills.

Diane is a wonderful person and extremely talented chef.  She is so professional and flexible.  She aims to please and that she did that along with her wonderful staff.  I would highly recommend LadyFingers to anyone who needs a caterer”. Rachel S. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh client)

Catering Menu

Shrimp Cocktail Cheesecake with Crackers

Sugar and Nut-Glazed Brie on a Fruit Tray

Fresh Vegetable Platter with Creamy Salsa Dip

Mini Sandwich Station

Four-Bite Burgers

Gourmet Grilled Cheese

Deli Favorites on Mini-Bagels

Quesadilla Combo

Spicy Chicken and Jack Quesadillas

Shrimp and Sun-Dried Tomato Quesadillas

Grilled and Baked Chicken Platter with Dipping Sauces

Spicey Peanut Sauce

Fire-Roasted Tomato Sauce

Roasted New Potatoes Stuffed with Baked Potato Filling

Dessert:

Barb’s Chocolate Chip Cookies

Christmas Eve Family Celebration

Event Description:  LadyFingers prepared a catered hors d’oeuvre and buffet display for a Christmas Eve family party in a beautiful home in Crafton.

“Everything was delicious and beautifully presented.  Best of all, it was worry-free for me! – Anne C. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh client)

Catering Menu

Salmon and Asparagus Crustless Quiche

Greek Spinach and Eggplant Crustless Quiche

Orange Mini-Muffins with Smoked Turkey and Cranberry Sauce

Devilled Ham and Cheese Pinecone

Cheddar and Green Olive Puffs

Roasted Corn and Lobster Dip

Fresh Fruit Kebabs with Dipping Skewers

Hot Bacon Bundles

Pork Tenderloin Crostini with Apricot Relish

Meatballs with Spiced Fig Sauce

Bourbon Chicken Skewers

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

Bridal Shower Buffet

Event Description:  LadyFingers prepared this catered bridal shower buffet for a large family gathering in the Munhall neighborhood near Pittsburgh.

“The food is wonderful and dealing with Diane is so easy!  She is very accommodating and helpful and when she comes to your house, you don’t really know she is there – delicious food just appears on your table in different stages!  Our bridal shower buffet was amazing. Not only is Diane great, but her staff is wonderful as well”.Danielle D. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh client)

Catering Menu

Appetizers

Coconut Shrimp with Mango Chutney

Parmesan Cups with Herbed Goat Cheese

New Potatoes with Bacon-Cheddar Filling

Entrees

Florentine Lasagna Rolls

Parma Rosa Chicken

Sides

Fresh Fruit Bowl with Amaretto Crème

Green Beans with Shallots and Hazelnuts

Potato Gratin with Boursin Cheese Sauce

Artichoke and Parmesan Crescents

Beverages

Apricot Lemonade Sparkler

Mai Tai Punch