2018 - 2019 Summer Menus - The JDK Group Catering & Events

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2018-2019 SUMMER MENU

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Photography: Leslie Gilbert Photography, Seth Nenstiel Photography, Epic Photography, Artemas Photography, Tennison Photography, and Sam Costello Photography

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Welcome

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CHEESE, MEAT & MICRO BREADS

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Sharp Cheddar, Smoked Gouda, Muenster, Monterey Jack Jamon Serrano, Chorizo Pamplona, Sweet Coppa Dark Ale Grainy Mustard, Spicy Pimento Spread, Bacon Jam, Chive Pesto Sour Cream, Assorted Crackers & Micro Bread Assortment including: Molasses Sunflower, Fresh Herb, Pretzel, and Multigrain

DIPS, SPREADS, CRISPS & CRUDITE Sundried Tomato Pesto, Spiced Sweet Potato Hummus, Tzatziki, Roasted Eggplant Compote, Gribiche, Chipotle Tomatillo, Herbed Foccacia Crisps, Ciabatta Crostinis, and Assorted Colorful Crudite

TANGERINE CHILI GRILLED SHRIMP

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Bloomin’

Bash

FRESH HERB BERRY SALAD SPHERES Sweet Basil, Mint, Spring Mix, Feta, Blackberries, Strawberries, Blueberries, and Limoncello Vinaigrette

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Aquaponic Arugula, Grilled Corn-Off-The Cob, Fire Roasted Red Peppers, Diced Avocado, Sunflower Seeds, Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

CALAMARI AND SHRIMP SALAD SPHERES Marinated Calamari, Baby Shrimp, Plum Tomato, Red Onion, Capers, Cilantro

BUFFALO CHICKEN FRITTERS GRILLED PEACH SLIDER Grilled Peaches, Heirloom Tomato, Thinly Sliced Red Onion, Ricotta Cheese, Aquaponic Greens, Balsamic Reduction, Wheat Roll

FRIED CHICKEN SLIDER House Fried Chicken, Spicy Pimento Spread, Honey Pepper Sauce, Mini Buttermilk Biscuit thejdkgroup

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RED PEPPER PRETZEL BURGER Sirloin Burger, Smoked Gouda, Caramelized Leeks, Red Pepper Jam, Artisan Mixed Lettuce, Pretzel Bun

COLD SPINACH & ARTICHOKE DIP Presented with Assorted Crackers

HOMEMADE CHIPS Seasoning Shaker Enhancements: Sweet Smoky Rotisserie Garlic & Parmesan and Sweet Smoky Rotisserie

$22.00 Per Person

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Splashy

Affair

WATERMELON SUMMER SALAD SPHERE Aquaponic Mixed Greens, Yellow Watermelon, Pickled Red Onion, Feta Cheese, Candied Pecans, Raspberry Vinaigrette

CITRUS SALAD SPHERE Aquaponic Romaine and Red Vein Sorrel, Grapefruit, Tangerine, Fresh Mozzarella, Honey Lemon Vinaigrette

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HONEY PEPPER FRIED CHICKEN FLATBREAD Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Caramelized Shallots, Aquaponic Kale, Shaved Parmesan, Honey Pepper Sauce

GRILLED PEACHES & GOAT CHEESE FLATBREAD Grilled Summer Peaches, Goat Cheese, Aquaponic Basil, Bourbon Pecans, Balsamic Reduction

PORK BELLY & LANCASTER BLEU CHEESE FLATBREAD Crispy Pork Belly, Lancaster Bleu Cheese, Caramelized Spanish Onions, Apple Butter, Micro Beet Greens

CRAB BLT SLIDER Fresh Crab, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Arugula, Lemon Chive Aioli, Potato Roll thejdkgroup

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CINNAMON PITA CRISPS Served with Chef’s Fresh Fruit Salsa

SUMMER MINIATURE JAR DESSERTS DARK CHOCOLATE AND ORANGE MOUSSE Topped with Fresh Cream and Candied Almonds

BANANA CREAM PIE Vanilla Wafer Crumbs, Caramelized Bananas, Toasted Coconut Cream

LAYERED SUMMER CITRUS POSSET A Lemon Lime Posset, Topped With Blueberries and Orange Zest

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Celestial

celebration

WATERMELON SUMMER SALAD SPHERE Aquaponic Mixed Greens, Yellow Watermelon, Pickled Red Onion, Feta Cheese, Candied Pecans, Raspberry Vinaigrette

CITRUS SALAD SPHERE Aquaponic Romaine and Red Vein Sorrel, Grapefruit, Tangerine, Fresh Mozzarella, Honey Lemon Vinaigrette thejdkgroup

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*ASK YOUR EVENT SPECIALIST ABOUT THE HANGING SALAD STATION UPGRADE!

“MADE TO ORDER” CHEESESTEAK STATION “Philly-Style” Chopped Steak, Chopped Chicken Choice of: Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Roasted Tomato Sauce, Smoked Gruyere Sauce

Assorted Toppings to Include: Sautéed Onions, Sautéed Green Peppers, Mushrooms, Crispy Bacon, Tomatoes, Pickles Assorted Hot Sauces, Mayonnaise Served with French Hoagie Rolls

DIPPING STATION thejdkgroup

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Micro Breads including: Molasses Sunflower, Fresh Herb, Pretzel, and Multigrain

Famous Dips: Spinach & Artichoke Dip Buffalo Chicken Dip JDK’s Signature Original Crab Dip

HOUSE MADE CHIPS Our Signature House Made seasoned potato chips served with an Assortment of dips

Seasoning Shaker Enhancements: Garlic Parmesan and Sweet Smoky Rotisserie

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Summertime

Shindig

CHEESE, GOURMET MEAT & SALAD STATION Sharp Cheddar, Smoked Gouda, Muenster, Monterey Jack Jamon Serrano, Chorizo Pamplona, Sweet Coppa Dark Ale Grainy Mustard, Spicy Pimento Spread, Bacon Jam, Chive Pesto Sour Cream, Assorted Crackers Select (2) of the following:

WATERMELON SUMMER SALAD SPHERE thejdkgroup

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Aquaponic Mixed Greens, Yellow Watermelon, Pickled Red Onion, Feta Cheese, Candied Pecans, Raspberry Vinaigrette

CITRUS SALAD SPHERE Aquaponic Romaine and Red Vein Sorrel, Grapefruit, Tangerine, Fresh Mozzarella, Honey Lemon Vinaigrette

SUMMER GRILLED SALAD SPHERE Aquaponic Arugula, Grilled Corn-Off-The Cob, Fire Roasted Red Peppers, Diced Avocado, Sunflower Seeds, Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

SELF-SERVE SOUTHERN SKILLET STATION Guests Will Build Their Own Southern Skillet by Starting with a Cornbread Skillet and add Meats, Slaw, Sauce and Garnish

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Meat Toppings to Include: Pulled Pork and Beef Short Rib Slaw Toppings to Include: Traditional Southern Slaw and Apple & Chili Slaw

Sauce Toppings to Include: Carolina, Kentucky, and Texas Sauces

Garnishes to Include: Crispy Fried Onions, and Sliced Jalapeños

FRY STATION Yukon Gold and Sweet Potato Fries Served with an Assortment of Sauces & Aioli’s with Bamboo Cones

Sauces to Include: Truffle Honey, Chipotle Ketchup, Sage Mustard, Roasted Garlic and Chive Aioli, Cinnamon, Smoked Paprika

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Fresh & Local

Festivity

ASSORTED LOCAL MARKET CRAFTED CHEESES

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Chef’s Choice Pennsylvania Farm Fresh Cheeses with Grainy Mustard and Assorted Crackers (3 Types) from: Clover Creek Cheese Cellar, Williamsburg, PA; Misty Creek Dairy, Leola, PA; Wakefield Dairy, Wakefield, PA; Lancaster Farm Fresh Co-op

APPLEWOOD SMOKED HICKORY RUBBED GRILLED CHICKEN or

HONEY-PEPPER FRIED CHICKEN SEASONED GRILLED BEEF TENDERLOIN Sliced, Plattered and Served Room Temperature with a Pecan, Cherry & Roquefort Chutney and Housemade Horseradish

ARTISAN BREADS & CORN MUFFINS Accompanied with Whipped Butter

FARRO AND BLACK BEAN SALAD thejdkgroup

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Whole Grain Farro, Black Beans, Carrots, JDK Aquaponic Basil and Parsley, Shallots, Honey Vinaigrette

TRI-COLORED FINGERLING POTATO SALAD Sautéed Leeks, Beer Soaked Brown Mustard Seeds, JDK Aquaponic Micro Greens, Dijon Thyme Vinaigrette

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Great American Picnic 1/3 LB. ANGUS SIRLOIN BURGER

HOMEMADE POTATO CHIPS Our Signature Housemade Potato Chips

GRILLED BONELESS BBQ CHICKEN BREASTS ALL BEEF HOT DOGS ASSORTED ROLLS Condiment Bar: Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, American Cheese, Chef’s BBQ Sauce, Ketchup, Mayo, and Mustard

SMOKY HEIRLOOM TOMATO AND GRILLED PEACH PASTA SALAD Heirloom Tomatoes, Peaches, Sweet Corn, Feta Cheese, Scallions, Bacon Crumbles, Ziti Pasta

Seasoning Shaker Enhancements: Sweet Smoky Rotisserie and Garlic Parmesan

BERRY STREUSEL FRUIT BARS & LEMON WHIPPED COOKIE ASSORTED SODAS & BOTTLED WATERS

Gourmet BurgerPicnic 8 OZ. CHUCK & SHORT RIB BURGER 8 OZ. BISON BURGER

SUMMER VEGETABLE GNOCCHI PASTA SALAD Brown Buttered Corn, Goat Cheese, Thinly-Sliced Squash and Zucchini, Aquaponic Micro Greens

4 OZ. ALASKAN SALMON BURGER BRIOCHE ROLLS Gourmet Topping Bar: Chipotle Ranch, Dark Ale Mustard, Horseradish Mayo, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, Pickles, Relish, Sliced Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Ketchup, Mayo, and Mustard

HOMEMADE POTATO CHIPS Our Signature Housemade Potato Chips

Seasoning Shaker Enhancements: Sweet Smoky Rotisserie and Garlic Parmesan

STRAWBERRY ORZO SALAD Strawberries, fresh mozzarella, aquaponic sweet basil, orzo pasta, balsamic reduction

DESSERT CHOICES (Select 2) STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE KABOBS Drizzled with White Chocolate

LEMON STRAWBERRY CREAM PUFFS BERRY STREUSEL FRUIT BARS GRILLED HALF PEACHES Stuffed with Cinnamon Honey Ricotta

MINI ASSORTED COOKIE POPS CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS ASSORTED SODAS & BOTTLED WATERS

Cajun Picnic LOW COUNTRY BOIL

Shrimp, Littleneck Clams, Andouille Sausage, Corn On-The-Cob, Baby Red Potatoes Served with Melted Butter, Cocktail Sauce, Assortment of Hot Sauces

DESSERT CHOICE Select (2) from the following:

BONE-IN HONEY PEPPER FRIED CHICKEN PIECES

STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE KABOBS

FRENCH BAGUETTES

LEMON STRAWBERRY CREAM PUFFS

RED BEANS AND RICE

BERRY STREUSEL FRUIT BARS

COCONUT CITRUS QUINOA SALAD

Drizzled with White Chocolate

GRILLED HALF PEACHES Stuffed with Cinnamon Honey Ricotta

Hors D’oeuvres, Desserts & Upgrades

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Hors D’oeuvres BAJA FISH TACO

Fried Mahi Mahi, Green Leaf Lettuce, Pico de Gallo, Chili Lime Yogurt

JDK’S SIGNATURE GRILLED WATERMELON PIPETTE Mint, Watermelon Radish, Honey-Lime Vinaigrette Pipette

RED PEPPER PRETZEL BURGER Sirloin Burger, Smoked Gouda, Caramelized Leeks, Red Pepper Jam, Artisan Mixed Lettuce, Pretzel Bun

BUFFALO CHICKEN FRITTER MAINE LOBSTER ROLL Maine Lobster Salad, Watercress, Toasted Split Top Potato Roll

TANGERINE CHILI GRILLED SHRIMP CHICKEN AND WAFFLE CONE Fried Chicken Bite, Waffle Pizzelle Cone, Chili Butter, Maple Syrup

MINIATURE CRAB CAKE With Cilantro Citrus Aioli

JDK’S SIGNATURE MINTED MELON PIPETTE Sweet Honeydew Melon, Mint Leaf, Pipette Filled with Vineyard at Hershey Apple Sangria

CRAB BLT SLIDER Fresh Crab, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Arugula, Lemon Chive Aioli, Potato Roll

BACON WRAPPED SHRIMP Applewood Smoked Bacon, Bloody Mary Cocktail Sauce and Celery Stalk Spoon

AHI TUNA ROLL Toasted Sesame Ahi Tuna, Mandarin Orange, Cucumber, Snow Pea Shoot, Ginger Wasabi Vinaigrette

GRILLED PEACH SLIDER Grilled Peaches, heirloom tomato, thinly sliced red onion, ricotta cheese, aquaponic greens, Balsamic Reduction, Wheat Roll

FRIED CHICKEN SLIDER House Fried Chicken, Spicy Pimento Spread, Honey Pepper Sauce, Mini Buttermilk Biscuit

CANDIED BACON SLIDER Candied Bacon, Creamy Brie Cheese, Roasted Apple Raisin Chutney, Cinnamon Bun Roll

Desserts

STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE KABOBS Drizzled with White Chocolate

LEMON STRAWBERRY CREAM PUFFS BERRY STREUSEL FRUIT BARS Grilled Half Peaches Stuffed with Cinnamon Honey Ricotta

GRILLED HALF PEACHES Stuffed with Cinnamon Honey Ricotta

MINI ASSORTED COOKIE POPS CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS

SUMMER MINIATURE JAR DESSERTS DARK CHOCOLATE AND ORANGE MOUSSE Topped with Fresh Cream and Candied Almonds

BANANA CREAM PIE Vanilla Wafer Crumbs, Caramelized Bananas, Toasted Coconut Cream

LAYERED SUMMER CITRUS POSSET A Lemon Lime Posset, Topped with Blueberries and Orange Zest

Take your event to the next level!

Ask your Event Specialist about one of our interactive event upgrades. Interactive food stations add a level of customization to your event experience that is sure to delight a variety of different tastes.

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FARM FRESH DEVILED EGG ACTION STATION

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GUACAMOLE & SALSA ACTION STATION

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STROLLING RAW BAR

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HORS D’OEUVRES AND BEER/WINE PAIRING

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LETTUCE WRAP STATION

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