catering menu brochure
(printable version - 2 pages, legal-sized paper)

catering menu

• warm side dishes
• salads
• entrées - one dish entertaining
• hors d'oeuvres - fresh and ready-to-serve
• hors d'oeuvres - frozen and ready-to-bake
• party packages:
  • instant cocktail party package
  • bountiful brunch package (new!)
  • warm buffet dinner package (new!)
  • cold buffet dinner package (new!)
• platters - savoury
• platters - cheese
• platters - dessert

for the perfect event...

We use seasonal ingredients freshly prepared to enhance their natural flavours. We use only the best quality, AAA meats, seafood and produce. All of our menu items are made from scratch in our own kitchen.

the details...

delivery

with advance notice, dsg can have your order delivered right to your home or office (delivery charges apply, please enquire)

staffing

we can arrange for bartenders and/or servers to help with set-up, serve drinks, heat food and clean up (please enquire for rates)

presentation

all platters (savoury, cheese, dessert) are attractively
garnished on re-usable white trays which are yours to keep fresh hors d'oeuvres are packaged in boxes or can be on platters and garnished for an additional $3 per tray
one dish entertaining and side dishes are packaged in
disposable, oven-ready containers

advance orders

to avoid disappointment, please order well in advance
we will make every effort to help you on shortt notice,
but all options may not be available

deposit

all advance orders require a 50% deposit using a valid visa or mastercard number (or you may pay in full when ordering)

payment

dsg accepts cash, company cheques, debit card, visa
and mastercard

note

special/custom requests may be subject to additional charges

warm side dishes (you heat at home)

• toasted coconut rice with cilantro
  1½ lbs. $12.98 (serves 4-6) or, 5 lbs. $29.98 (serves 15-20)
• yukon gold & celery root mashed potatoes
  3 lbs. $24.98 (serves 4-6) or, 6 lbs. $49.98 (serves 10-14)
• ooh-la-la yukon gold mashed potatoes with melted leeks, parmesan and fresh taragon
  3 lbs. $29.98 (serves 4-6) 6 lbs. $54.98 (serves 10-14)
• mashed sweet potatoes with chipotle & sautéed apples (new!)
  3 lbs. $29.98 (serves 4-6) or, 6 lbs. $54.98 (serves 10-14)

note: selection and prices are subject to change

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salads

greens, accompaniments & dressing are packaged separately, ready for you to toss/assemble
$4.68 per serving – minimum order of 10 servings per variety

• dana’s signature mixed green salad & toasted almond vinaigrette
  with crumbled blue cheese, dried fruit, & nuts
  or with a julienne of fresh vegetables & goat cheese
• classic caesar salad
  with crispy bacon, asiago cheese, & garlic croutons
• mixed greens with maple balsamic dressing
  with oven-roasted grape tomatoes & goat cheese

note: selection and prices are subject to change

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entrées - one dish entertaining

all entrées are prepared in disposable, oven-ready containers, ready for you to heat at home
(for corporate orders, we can arrange to deliver hot items,
please enquire for fees)

• cashew chicken curry
  boneless, diced chicken breast cooked in a rich tomato mild curry sauce with ground cashews, plump raisins and coriander
  $69.98 (6 lbs., which yields 8, ¾ lb. servings)
• chicken vegetable bake with herb biscuit topping
  diced pieces of tender chicken with bacon, assorted vegetables & fresh herbs in a rich cream sauce topped with herb biscuits
  $79.98 (6 lbs., which yields 8, ¾ lb. servings)
• lamb shepherd’s pie w/ red wine gravy & sweet potato topping
  ground lamb with mushrooms, simmered in a red wine gravy and crowned with a mashed sweet potato and yukon gold potato topping
  $79.98 (6 lbs., which yields 8, ¾ lb. servings)
• beef bourguignonne
  classic dish of tender beef with carrots and pearl onions
  in a rich beef gravy
  $69.98 (serves 6-8)
• “that pie place” pulled pork pie
  pulled pork & caramelized onions in a rich apple bbq sauce
  $46.98 (5 lbs., serves 6-8)
• “that pie place” hearty meat or vegetable lasagna
  $36.98 (5 lbs., serves 6-8)

note: selection and prices are subject to change

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hors d'oeuvres - fresh & ready-to-serve

the following hors d’oeuvres are available for purchase
by special order only – as they are all made fresh,
we require a minimum order of 3 dozen
hors d’oeuvres per variety
(should you require fewer hors d’oeuvres, please see our selection of ready-to-bake frozen hors d’oeuvres below, sold by the dozen)

(click here to see photos of our hors d'oeuvres)

• miniature stilton cakes topped with candied pecans
  $15.98/dozen
• double cream brie & raspberry on puff pastry pillows
  $15.98/dozen
• medjool dates with cream cheese, bacon & almonds
  $16.98/dozen
• bombay chicken salad on crisp wonton squares
  $19.98/dozen
• greek salad with feta cheese in cherry tomato or cucumber cups
  $19.98/dozen
• sesame crusted tuna with wasabi on asian chips
  $21.98/dozen
• thai beef salad in cucumber cups with cashews
  $23.98/dozen
• japanese chicken caesar salad in mini potato cups
  $24.98/dozen
• beef tenderloin rolls w/ blue cheese butter & greens
  $25.98/dozen
• large tiger shrimp w/ sun-dried tomato horseradish sauce
  $29.98/dozen

note: selection and prices are subject to change

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hors d'oeuvres - frozen & ready-to-bake

in our shop, we have a selection of hors d’oeuvres that are frozen and ready-to-bake
they are sold by the dozen in our retail store,
and may include the following:

• mini vegetarian spring rolls
  $11.98/dozen
• mini pork spring rolls
  $11.98/dozen
• vegetarian asian dumplings
  $11.98/dozen
• dumplings, curry delights & petit pies mix
  $11.98/dozen
• veggie samosas w/ cilantro-mint dipping sauce
  $12.98/dozen
• bacon, pecan & stilton in phyllo purses
  $15.98/dozen
• seasonal varieties
  $15.98+ /dozen
• sausage & cheddar stuffed mushrooms
  $19.98/dozen
• coconut-crusted shrimp
  $22.98/dozen

note: selection and prices are subject to change

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party packages:

instant cocktail party package

no decisions necessary!
for 25+ guests
at $25.98 per person (plus taxes)

you will receive the following gourmet platters:
(the number of platters with depend on the number of guests)

• gourmet cheese platter & cracker platter
• “t & j” fire-roasted shrimp platter
• garden crudités platter – asian style
• miniature desserts platter

for details about each of the above 4 platters, see their descriptions under: platters – savoury, platters – cheese, platters – desserts, listed further down this page

you will receive the following gourmet hors d’oeuvres:
(5 types of hors d’oeuvres, 2 pieces of each type per person)
(i.e. 10 pieces of hors d’oeuvres in total, per person)

• miniature stilton cakes topped with candied pecans
• bombay chicken salad on crisp wonton squares
• double cream brie w/ fresh raspberry on puff pastry pillows
• thai beef salad in cucumber cups with cashews
• medjool dates stuffed with cream cheese, smoked almonds and bacon

bountiful brunch package (new!)

$199.98, serves 15-20 (less than $10/person! plus taxes)
really hungry? add a smoked salmon platter, tossed salad or mini dessert platter

• your choice of any 4, ready-to-bake quiches
• your choice of any 3 packages of ready-to-bake scones
• a 4 oz. container of tangy lemon curd for scones
• a 10 oz. jar of strawberry red-lavender “pope’s”
  jam for scones
• a 5 lb. seasonal roasted vegetable platter
• miniature fresh fruit skewers with honey lime yogurt dip platter (50 pieces)
• 1 L jar of our fruit and nut granola (perfect with yogurt)
  

warm buffet dinner package (new!) - you heat at home

$287.98 serves 12-16, depending on appetites
($18.00 - $24.00 per person!)

• your choice of tossed salad:
  classic caesar, mixed greens, or dana's signature
  (see pick-up salads section above for details)
• 3 packages of dana's ready-to-bake cheese & herb scones (24 scones)
• 6 lb. cashew chicken curry or chicken w/ biscuits entrée (6-8 oz. per person)
• 5 lbs. of plain rice or coconut rice (¼ - 1/3 lb. per person)
• party sized beef bourguignonne (6 oz. per person)
• 50 piece miniature desserts platter (3-4 pieces per person)

 

cold buffet dinner package (new!)
ready-to-serve / room temperature - no heating required!

$337.98 serves 12-16, depending on appetites
($21.00 - $28.00 per person!)

• your choice of tossed salad:
  classic caesar, mixed greens, or dana's signature
  (see pick-up salads section above for details)
• dana's cheese & herb scones (24 scones)
• 3 lb. braided salmon with lemon caper dill sauce
  (3-4 oz. per person)
• 5 lbs. sliced marinated chicken platter
  (your choice: thai cilantro OR sun-dried tomato)
  (5-6 oz. per person)
• 5 lb. seasonal roasted vegetable platter
• 50 piece miniature desserts platter (3-4 pieces per person)

note: selection and prices are subject to change

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platters - savoury

(click here to see photos of our pick-up platters)

• AAA beef tenderloin platter
  sliced beef tenderloin, served with caramelized onions, horseradish & blue cheese butter
  $38.98 per lb. (please note that we require a minimum order of 3 lbs.)
  note: if this is your main dinner entrée, we recommend ordering 5 - 8 oz. per guest, or, if you are serving an assortment of platters & hors d’oeuvres, we recommend 2-3 oz. per guest
• sliced marinated chicken platter
  chicken breasts marinated in your choice of: thai cilantro pesto, or sun-dried tomato pesto; cut on the bias, served on a bed of baby greens
  $19.98 per lb. (please note that we require a minimum order of 3 lbs.)
  note: if this is your main dinner entrée, we recommend ordering 5 - 8 oz. per guest, or, if you are serving an assortment of platters and hors d’oeuvres, we recommend 2-3 oz. per guest
• quesadilla platter
  an assortment of our best-selling quesadillas, which may include the following varieties: bacon, apple, old cheddar & caramelized onion; artichoke, asiago & proscuitto; chicken, aged cheddar & salsa; as well as seasonal varieties
  $10.98 each (please note that we require a minimum number of 6 quesadilla’s per order)
  note: as a main dinner entrée, we recommend 1 whole quesadilla for each guest, or, if you are serving an assortment of platters and hors d’oeuvres, we recommend 1/4 - 1/2 quesadilla per person
• “t & j” smoked salmon platter
  sliced smoked salmon served with caper-cream cheese, bermuda onions, cucumber, and lemons, served with a separate platter of flatbreads and crackers
  $89.98 (1 side – about 2¼ lbs.)
  note: if serving an assortment of platters and hors d’oeuvres,
  we recommend ordering 1 platter (1 side) of smoked salmon for every 25-30 guests
• “t & j” braided side of salmon platter
  a 3 lb. side of salmon, braided and brushed with fresh basil nut-free pesto, served with lemon dill caper sauce
  $79.98 (1 side – about 3 lbs.)
  note: if this is your main dinner entrée,
  we recommend ordering 1 side of salmon for every 6-8 guests
• “t & j” fire-roasted shrimp platter
  succulent garlic and citrus roasted shrimp, served with our lemon-pepper and paprika aiolis for dipping
  $59.98 (75 pieces) $99.98 (150 pieces)
  note: if serving an assortment of platters and hors d’oeuvres,
  we recommend ordering 3-5 pieces of shrimp per guest
• garden crudités platter – asian style
  a variety of crisp seasonal vegetables which may include: daikon radish, snow peas, bell peppers, cucumber, grape tomatoes, carrots, and
  enoki mushrooms; served with your choice of dip: fresh mint peanut sauce or hummus
  $44.98
  note: if serving an assortment of platters and hors d’oeuvres,
  we recommend ordering one platter of crudités for every 30-40 guests
• seasonal roasted vegetables
  a variety of roasted seasonal vegetables which may include: asparagus, eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, fennel, red onions, carrots, squash and/or new potatoes, drizzled with our fresh basil nut-free pesto
  $49.98 for a 5 lb. platter, serves 10-15 guests
• open-faced canapé sandwiches
  a variety of canape sandwiches served open-faced on slices of fresh baguette.
  varieties may include: smoked salmon & caper cream cheese; curried chicken & currants; brie & strawberry; classic egg salad & fresh dill; sun-dried tomato & basil chevre, roasted deli meat & cheese, seasonal shrimp; chef's choice
  $1.35 per piece, minimum of 50 pieces per variety
  note: for tea luncheons or funeral receptions, we recommend 3-5 canapes per person
• dana’s delicious duo
  a selection of dana's signature items presented on 2 serving platters – one sweet, one savoury: everything you need for a night in with friends or family (except for the wine!)
  savoury platter includes: our sundried tomato & pesto cheese torte; a box of lesley stowe raincoast crisp crackers; hummus & crisps; and ¼ lb. of our secret spiced nuts
  sweet platter includes: our maple, pecan, chili & ice wine torte; ¼ lb. of our red-wine & black pepper biscotti; 32 mini chocolate-dipped mocha brownies; a dozen mini cupcakes; and twelve rheo thompson candies mint smoothie chocolates
  $124.98 serves 8-10 for appetizers - that’s less than $13.00 per person! (plus applicable taxes)
• pasta salad
  served on a bed of baby greens with roasted red pepper pesto, parmesan, pine nuts and black olives
  $43.98 (5 lb. platter), serves 10-15
• gourmet potato salads, choose from 3 varieties:
  all served on a bed of baby greens
  - potato salad with creamy garlic dressing, bacon & scallions (new!), or
  - potato salad with honey-mustard dressing & fresh dill (new!), or
  - sweet potato salad with diced apples, candied pecans, fresh herbs
  & orange vinaigrette
  $43.98 (5 lb. platter), serves 10-15

note: selection and prices are subject to change

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platters - cheese

(click here to see photos of our pick-up platters)

• gourmet cheese platter
  an assortment of gourmet cheeses garnished with dried fruit and spiced or candied nuts, served with a separate platter of lesley stowe’s “raincoast crisps”, assorted flatbreads & crackers
  $69.98 (small – a selection of 3 cheeses)
  $109.98 (large – a selection of 5 cheeses)
  note: if serving an assortment of platters and hors d’oeuvres,
  we recommend ordering one small platter of cheeses for every 20-25 guests
• brie & raspberry chipotle chutney in phyllo pastry platter
  a 2 lb. wheel of brie, garnished with a layer of raspberry chipotle chutney, baked in phyllo pastry, served with a separate platter of flatbreads & crackers
  $59.98 for a 2 lb. wheel
  note: if serving an assortment of platters and hors d’oeuvres,
  we recommend ordering one wheel of brie for every 25-35 guests
• brie with stilton, smoked bacon & onions in grape leaves
  a 2 lb. wheel of brie, topped with stilton, bacon & caramelized onions, baked in grape leaves, served with a separate platter of flatbreads & crackers
  $69.98 for a 2 lb. wheel
  note: if serving an assortment of platters and hors d’oeuvres,
  we recommend ordering one wheel of brie for every 25-35 guests
• layered goat cheese, pesto & sun-roasted tomato torte
  our goat cheese torte, layered with fresh pesto and sun-roasted tomatoes, served with a separate platter of flatbreads & crackers
  $63.98 for a 2½ lb. half-wheel
  (note: 2½ lb. half wheel serves 25-35 guests)
  $114.98 for a 5 lb. wheel
  (note: 5 lb. wheel serves 50+ guests)

note: selection and prices are subject to change

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platters - dessert

(click here to see photos of our pick-up platters)

• fresh fruit skewers and honey-lime yogurt dip platter
  an assortment of fresh seasonal fruit, on small skewers, which may include: golden pineapple, strawberry, honeydew, cantaloupe & globe grapes, served with our honey-lime yogurt dip
  $0.85 per mini skewer
  (please note that we require a minimum order of 50 mini skewers)
  note: if serving an assortment of platters and hors d’oeuvres,
  we recommend ordering 1-2 miniature skewers per guest
• miniature desserts platter
  a selection of dana’s freshly baked miniature squares and sweets, which may include: double chocolate mocha dipped brownies, white chocolate cranberry-orange blondies, assorted miniature cupcakes, shorttbread, cookies, squares, and/or our chef’s seasonal selection
  $39.98 (40 pieces)
  $59.98 (60 pieces)
  $74.98 (75 pieces)
  $93.98 (100 pieces)
  note: if serving an assortment of platters and hors d’oeuvres,
  we recommend ordering 2-3 sweets per person
• signature shorttbread platter (new!)
  a selection of dana’s signature shorttbread, which may include our:
  melt-in-your-mouth shorttbread (vanilla bean and/or lemon and/or cinnamon and/or chai) as well as our brown sugar chocolate shorttbread, lime ginger shorttbread, maple shorttbread
  $37.98 (50 pieces) $74.98 (100 pieces)
  also available: box of 35 pieces of shorttbread $26.98
  note: if serving an assortment of platters and hors d’oeuvres,
  we recommend ordering 2-3 sweets per person

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venues

below is a list of venues (in the KW area)
where you might like to host your event:

• brick brewing co., red baron lounge (waterloo)
• canadian clay and glass gallery (waterloo)
• centre in the square (kitchener)
• club willowells (waterloo)
• gallery double t fine arts (waterloo)
• gallery on the grand (kitchener)
• hacienda sarria (kitchener)
• hauser hall (heidelberg)
• homer watson house & gallery (kitchener)
• king street theatre company (kitchener)
• kitchener city hall - rotunda
• victoria park pavillion (kitchener)
• waterloo regional children's museum (kitchener)
• your own home and/or back garden!

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