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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 Hour

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 Menu

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)

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

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

Barn Wedding

Event Description: LadyFingers prepared reception food including catered hors d’oeuvres and appetizers, as well as main-course food stations for this rustic yet elegant barn wedding reception held in historic Harmony, PA.

“Thank you so much! Your ability to work at a barn wedding with no modern conveniences in the middle of July was astounding. You helped to make this wedding perfect!” – Steve G. (a catering reference is available from Pittsburgh area bride and groom)

Catering Menu

Asparagus Vichyssoise Soup Shots

Barn Wedding Appetizers:

Crostini Station with assorted toppings

Salmon Pate’

Black Olive Tapenade

Chili Crab Spread

White Bean and Basil Dip

Chilled Soup Shots (passed)

Asparagus Vichyssoise

Ginger-Cantaloupe Soup

Red Bell Pepper Bisque

Barn Wedding Food Stations:

Salad and Side Station

Fresh Tomatoes with Basil Buttermilk Dressing

Three Cheese Tortellini Salad

Grilled Vegetable Platter

Skewer and Crustless Quiche Station

Fiesta Lime Shrimp Skewers

Spicy Paprika Grilled Chicken Kebabs

Wild Mushroom and Gruyere Pie

Sausage and Smoked Gouda Pie

New Year’s Eve Party and Dinner

Event Description: LadyFingers prepared catered hors d’oeuvres and appetizers, followed by a dinner buffet for this swanky New Year’s Eve Party held in an upscale private home on Mt. Washington.

“Beyond our expectations! Our guests were in awe! We can’t wait to have you back next year!” – Anna S. and Don K. (a catering reference is available from this Pittsburgh area client)

Catering Menu

Special Starters:

Hot and Cold Dip Station

Triple Creme Brie and Prosciutto Dip (hot)

Roasted Corn and Lobster Dip (hot)

Tuna Pate’ (cold)

served with assorted scoops, chips, crackers, fruit and vegetable dippers

Quesadilla Station

Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas with Ranch Dipping Sauce

Shrimp and Sun-Dried Tomato Quesadillas with Salsa

Roasted Vegetable Quesadillas with Sour Cream

Appealing Appetizers:

Antipasto Kebabs

Chive Pancakes with Caramelized Onions

Shrimp on Ice

Entertaining Entrees and Sides:

Vol Au Vents Station with savory fillings

Five-Spice Braised Pork

Parma Rosa Chicken

White Wine and Herb Poached Salmon

Acorn Squash, Apple and Cranberry Bake

New Year’s Slaw

Tomato and Green Bean Salad with Toasted Sunflower Seeds

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

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

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