Tag Archives: desserts

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

Tea Party Baby Shower

Event Description: LadyFingers prepared catered tea sandwiches, passed hors d’oeuvres and bite-size desserts for an elegant and upscale tea party baby shower. LadyFingers also provided a full tea service.

“Diane and the LadyFingers Ladies catered a beautiful Victorian Tea Party 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:

Three-Tier Dessert Tray for Tea Party Baby Shower

Three-Tier Dessert Tray for Tea Party Baby Shower

Rare Beef with Horseradish Mayonnaise

Mushroom Truffle Pate’

Smoked Salmon Triangles

Chicken Salad on Mini Croissants

Finger Food (passed hors d’oeuvres)

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


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

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

Neighborhood Holiday Party

Event Description:  LadyFingers prepared catered hors d’oeuvres and bite-sized desserts for a neighborhood holiday party hosted by a prominent real estate professional in the Upper St. Clair neighborhood near Pittsburgh.

Catering Menu

Roasted Scallops with Pesto in Mini-Peppers

Wild Mushroom Crepes

Asparagus Croutes with Lemon Hollandaise

Crispy Chicken Crescents

Cucumber Cups with Smoked Trout Mousse

Five-Spice Duck and Mango in Won Ton Cups

Hot Bacon Bundles

Grilled Steak Rolls with Horseradish Dipping Sauce

Shrimp Toast Cups

Meatballs with Creamy Shiitake Mushroom Sauce

Garlic and Lime Marinated Chicken Skewers with Avocado Crema

New Potatoes with Artichoke Parmesan Filling

 

Desserts:

Chocolate Fondue with Dippers

Holiday Cookie Assortment