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I spent the better part of today toiling with what I would want to present as the best of the best to a fictional bride for her wedding meal, and this is what we came up with: We call it Elegante Costare which in Italian means "Delicate taste."

Serenitea Catering presents the ultimate feast
Elegante Costare - Delicate Taste

Breads

Assorted sliced Artisan breads served with aged balsamic vinegar and imported olive oil

Appetizers trayed served butler style

Proscuitto ham wrapped melons
Caramelized gargonzola and onions on a brisk
Bacon wrapped scallops
Figs served with fragrant petite pears and assorted global cheeses

Meat entrée for your guests

Shank of lamb in a rosemary and mint sauce
Braised veal in white wine and herb
Salmon in a lemon herb sauce
Champagne chicken

Side selections

Sweet potatoes with a hint of tangerine
Wild rice pilaf with shitake mushrooms
Penne in a white truffle cream sauce
Signature creamed spinach

Salad

Fresh garden salad with delicate greens with a raspberry vinaigrette

Desserts

Locally made cheesecakes in a variety of flavors
Real Belgium chocolate with seasonal fruit

This menu is specifically designed for an elegant dining experience for a reception or formal party of 100 to 200 with butler style service at a venue such as: Thornewood castle, Pt Defiance Lodge, or Seilacoom Town Hall, we are available to cater your special event all over Western Washington

Prices reflect glassware: champagne in your choice of style, wine glasses for white wine, red wine in your choice of style, plates in your choice of style, silver wear in your choice of style, chocolate fountain, cloth napkins standard white or in your choice of style, staffing catering crew, bartenders, the cleaning crew, table cloth rental in your choice of colors, and tax

It does not include chair or table rental if applicable, many venues provide their own tables and chairs for a certain amount and may have the arrangement capabilities to increase that number as needed with a rental company

Gratuity is not included as we believe we will earn this through our presentations and service

If your guest count looks like it would be over 200 - 500 that we have a more relaxed buffet option that may fit your needs. Please remember that children and vendors are a special rate and should not be included in your estimate of guests as well on average that 70% of people that you invite to your event will be able to attend.

Add a photography package for $1,495 through Flanders Photography with your choice of photographer, style, and album, and full reproduction rights

Add a wedding designer for $995 with 6 planning sessions, and day of drop off, or add day of coordination for a total of $1,495

Add a videographer and 10 copies of your wedding and reception on DVD professionally edited for $1,495 using the same professional grade programs that the Hollywood Industry uses

This is best suited for couples with a wedding budget of $25,000 or higher

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