On the most important day of your life, the wedding dinner is part of the grand finale celebration, and your meal needs to be perfect.

That’s what we do. Chowhound Gourmet Catering has built its stellar reputation on flawlessly presenting the best meal for you, your friends, and your family on your special day so that you can simply enjoy and celebrate.

Our countless five-stars and reviews say it all. If you’d like the same experience at your wedding, Chef John Breeland will work with you to create a menu that will please every guest. Chef John can also arrange a tasting of your wedding menu.

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Wedding Sample Menus

Appetizers

Soup Shooters

  • Michigan Morel Mushroom Bisque, chives ( vegetarian g/f )
  • Cauliflower Bisque , herb oil ( veg g/f )
  • Corn Chowder, potato hash ( veg g/f )
  • Cream of Tomato , grilled cheese croutons ( veg )
  • Louisiana Shrimp gumbo , Andouille sausage , rice
  • Classic Italian Wedding Soup , mini meatball, Acini de Pepe, vegetables

 

Vegetable Appetizers

  • Italian Tartlets ; zucchini, summer squash, peppers, tomato, herb cheese, phyllo cup $ 2.00
  • Thai Dumplings ; panfried, General Tso’s dipping sauce ( vegan ) $ 1.75
  • Whipped Ricotta ; toasted Hazelnuts, honey, thyme, rosemary, toast point $ 2.00
  • Stuffed Mushrooms ; wild mushrooms, creme fraiche, shallots, crispy garlic Panko crumbs chives, ( vegan upon request ) $ 2.00
  • Arancini ; “ risotto “ cakes, Italian cheeses, tomato filet breaded , crispy $ 2.00
  • Brie & Cherry Tartlet ; puff pastry , berry chutney $ 2.25
  • Stack of Pancakes ; coin sized pancakes, Maple syrup
  • Black Bean Quesadilla ; chipotle, cheese blend, cilantro, salsa Roja, ( vegan upon request ) 2.25

 

Seafood Appetizers

  • Gently smoked salmon cakes ; pan seared, dijonaise , fresh herbs $ 2.25
  • Ahi Tuna tacos ; Nappa slaw, pico de gallo, avocado creme $ 2.75
  • Lolli Pop Scallops ; wrapped in bacon $ 2.50
  • Shrimp Cocktail Shooter ; cocktail sauce $ 2.25

Poultry Appetizers

  • Chicken Poppers; Buffalo style , Ranch $ 1.75
  • Thai Chicken Satay ; Peanut dipping sauce $ 2.25
  • Duck Confit, puff pastry, berry-Port chutney
  • Chicken & Waffle “ Slider “ ; Maple mustard sauce
  • Chicken Quesadilla; cheese blend, cilantro, salsa Roja $ 2.25

 

Meat Appetizers

  • Beef Tenderloin Bruschetta; horseradish mousse, tomato jam, basil puree $ 2.25
  • Antipasto Skewer ; Salami, Pancetta, fresh Mozzarella, cheese Tortellini, basil vinaigrette $ 2.75
  • Bacon Wrapped Dates, honey $ 1.50
  • Italian Meatballs ; fire roasted tomato sauce $ 2.00
  • Greek Meatballs ; Lamb, rosemary, lemon, tzatziki sauce $ 2.25
  • Mini Beef Franks ; wrapped in puff pastry , mustard
  • Beef Empanada , Chipotle aioli $ 2.25

 

Sliders

  • American Beef ; cheese, pickle, mustard & ketchup $ 3.00
  • Chowhound Slider ; bacon, cheddar, caramelized onion, pickle, Ketchup & mustard $ 3.75
  • Mexican Black Bean ; chipotle aioli, Pico de gallo ( ) $ 3.50
  • Fried Chicken ; crispy, mustard dressing, pickle, $ 3.50
  • “B.L.T.” ; smoked pork belly, tomato jam, garlic aioli, iceberg $ 3.50

Boards

Priced per person ( minimum of 10 people)

Cheese Board …. 7.00
Assorted domestic & imported cheeses, fresh fruit & berries, house pickles, cured olives, chutneys, gourmet crackers, & other traditional accompaniments

Meat Board… 10.00
Assorted meats, house-pickles, spreads, cured olives, peppers, mustards, fresh bread

Vegetable Board… 7.00
Vegetables prepared 4 ways. Raw, roasted, grilled & pickled. Served with hummus and pita chips

Combination Board …19.00
Our above 3 boards combined

Plated Entrées

Plated Chicken Entrees

  • Chicken Roulade ; stuffed with baby spinach , butternut squash, leeks, herb cheese, breaded, toasted. Served with garlic whipped potatoes, French green beans, roasted baby carrots, lemon-white wine butter sauce, fresh herbs. $ 34.00
  • Grilled Chicken Breast, roasted fingerling potatoes, grilled zucchini & summer squash, tomato ragu , basil puree ( g/f ) …31.00
  • Airline Chicken Breast ; garlic whipped potatoes, French green beans, citrus veloute, tomato-fennel relish 32.00
  • Chicken Piccata ; teardrop tomatoes, capers, Angel Hair pasta, olive oil $ 31.00

 

Plated Vegetarian Entrees $ 31.00

  • Wild Mushroom Risotto, Arborio rice, caramelized baby carrots, Parmesan ( vegan upon request ) ( g/f )
  • Rainbow Vegetable Gratin ; 6 layers of vegetables, yukon potatoes, sweet potato, zucchini, yellow squash, red onion, Heirloom tomato, Parmesan toasted Panko  crumbs, fresh thyme . Served with cream of spinach
  • Halloumi Vegetable Kabobs ; grilled Halloumi cheese, bell peppers, cherry tomato, zucchini, crimini mushrooms, Basmati rice, Pomegranate-Tahini sauce ( g/f )
  • Thai Vegetable Curry ; Asian vegetables, crispy tofu, red coconut curry sauce, cilantro, Jasmine rice ( Vegan ) G/f
  • Ziti & Italian Braised Vegetables ; zucchini, summer squash, eggplant, peppers, tomato, fresh herbs ( vegan upon request )

 

Plated Seafood Entrees

  • Honey-Garlic Salmon ; pan seared, ginger scented Jasmine rice, braised baby bok choy, sesame, green onions ( g/f ) 35.00
  • Grilled Salmon ; citrus risotto, asparagus, dill remoulade ( g/f ) 34.00
  • Parmesan Crusted Salmon ; quinoa & wild rice pilaf, grilled asparagus, roasted red pepper coulis $ 36.00
  • Cornmeal Crusted Walleye, fingerling potatoes, creamed corn off the cob, mustard aioli, tomato filet ( g/f ) 34.00
  • Chilean Sea Bass ; pan roasted, creamy risotto cake, sauteed spinach, Michigan Morel mushrooms, lemon butter sauce $ 44.00
  • Olive Oil Poached Halibut ; wild rice pilaf, cured olives, artichokes, tomato-fennel relish ( g/f ) $ 44.00

 

Plated Meat Entrees

  • Beef Tenderloin Filet ; Boursin layered potato au gratin, French green beans, roasted baby carrots, sauteed button mushrooms, Burgundy demi-glace ( g/f ) $ 00
  • Coriander Crusted New York Strip Loin ; fingerling potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, shallot vinaigrette, tomato demi-glace ( g/f ) 36.00
  • Braised Boneless Beef Short-ribs ; garlic whipped potatoes, caramelized parsnips, crispy pickled red onions ( g/f ) 38.00
  • Braised Lamb Shank ; Parmesan polenta, roasted root vegetables, natural jus, mint gremolata ( g/f ) 38.00
  • Duet of Beef Tenderloin & Roasted Chicken , whipped potatoes, French green beans, Burgundy demi-glace, button mushrooms, apple-fennel relish ( g/f ) 45.00

Buffet

2 entrees , 2 starches, 1 vegetable…. $ 33.00 per guest. Pricing is subject to protein choices

Includes a complimentary plated soup or salad.

Vegetable Buffet Entrees

  • Wild Mushroom Risotto ; Arborio rice, blend of wild mushrooms, roasted vegetables ( vegan upon request ) g/f
  • Thai Vegetable Curry ; Asian vegetables, crispy marinated tofu, red coconut curry sauce, cilantro, lemon-basil ( vegan ) g/f
  • Rainbow Vegetable Gratin ; 6 layers of vegetables,Yukon potato, sweet potato, zucchini, yellow squash, red onion, heirloom tomato, Parmesan, thyme, toasted panko crumbs
  • Mushroom Parmesan ; grilled shiitakes, crimini, hen of the wood mushrooms, leeks, garlic, San Marzano tomatoes, Castelvetrano olives, capers, Maozzarella, Parmesan ( g/f )
  • Halloumi Cheese & Vegetable Kabobs; grilled Halloumi, bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomato, zucchini, mushrooms  with Pomegranate Tahini sauce  . g/f
  • Baked Butternut Squahs-Cheese Polenta ; roasted baby carrots, tomato Ragu, fresh herbs .

 

Pasta Buffett Entrees

  • Grilled Vegetable Ravioli; roasted summer squash, zucchini, red & yellow peppers, asparagus, Romano & Fontina cheeses, Vokka-tomato cream sauce. ( veg. )
  • Cavateli Short-rib Bolognese, braised boneless short-rib, tomato, grilled shiitake , fresh herbs, Parmesan
  • Lobster Linguine, Maine lobster meat, shrimp, tomatoes, lemon, basil, shallots, toasted bread crumbs
  • Ziti & Italian Braised Vegetables, zucchini, squash, Eggplant, peppers, roasted tomato sauce, fresh herbs, Parmesan ( Vegan upon request )
  • Cavatappi Chicken, pulled rotisserie chicken, grilled vegetables, blistered tomatoes, Pomodoro, herb cheese

 

Chicken Buffet Entrees

  • Roasted Chicken Breast, citrus veloute, fresh Dill
  • Chicken Picatta, sauteed chicken medallions, capers, Lemon-white wine butter sauce, capers, Italian parsley
  • Rosemary Grilled Chicken, herb brined chicken breast, creamy roasted tomato sauce ..g/f
  • “Caramel” Chicken Breast ; pan seared, soy, garlic, sesame seeds, green onions…g/f
  • Braised Chicken Fricasse, domestic mushrooms, shallots, garlic , white wine, cream

 

Seafood Buffet Entrees

  • Parmesan Crusted Salmon; roasted red pepper coulis
  • Honey-Garlic Salmon; lemon, toasted sesame seeds, chives… g/f
  • Grilled Salmon ; lemon butter sauce, Dill, shaved fennel …g/f
  • Cornmeal Dusted Michigan Walleye; whole grain Veloute g/f
  • Potato Crusted Rainbow Trout ; remoulade g/f
  • Roasted Chilean Sea Bass; miso glaze or, grilled red pepper sauce g/f.. Market Price

 

Meat Buffet Entrees

  • Roasted Top Sirloin; Burgundy au jus, horsey sauce g/f
  • N.Y. Strip Loin; Burgundy au jus, horsey sauce g/f
  • Beef Tenderloin; roasted Pearl Onions, demi-glace, button mushrooms g/f Market Price
  • Herb Crusted Prime Rib; Burgundy au jus, horsey sauce, g/f
  • Braised Boneless Short-ribs; natural reduction, crispy pickled red onions , fresh herbs g/f
  • Country Steak ; pan fried, braised, Michigan Morel cream sauce
  • Cabernet Beef Tips ; button mushrooms, Pancetta, leeks, pearl onions, natural sauce g/f
  • Cider Brined Roasted Pork Loin, Cognac,-mustard jus, apple …g/f
  • Braised Leg of Lamb ; off the bone, natural reduction, mint herb oil. g/f

 

Sides

  • Garlic whipped potatoes g/f
  • Herb crusted redskin potatoes g/f
  • Boursin layered potato au gratin g/f
  • Quinoa & wild rice pilaf g/f
  • Northern Rice Pilaf; brown rice, toasted orzo, sweet potato, spiced pecans, cranberries, apple
  • Baked Ziti ; roasted tomato, cream, fresh herbs, Mozzarella, toasted Panko crumbs
  • Baked Gnocci ; Pomodoro, basil, lemon, Mozzarella, garlic Parmesan crumbs
  • Tortellini ; Classic Alfredo sauce

 

Vegetable Sides

  • Roasted Cauliflower, herb vinaigrette g/f
  • Grilled vegetables ; zucchini, summer squash, grape tomatoes, fresh herbs g/f
  • Roasted Broccoli & baby carrots g/f
  • Air fry Brussels sprouts ; capers, shallot vinaigrette g/f
  • French green beans g/f
  • Grilled asparagus g/f
  • Caramelized baby carrots & parsnips g/f
  • Ratatouille ; zucchini, squash, peppers, eggplant, tomato, fresh herbs g/f
  • Cauliflower Casserole ; Parmesan, Fontina , toasted bread crumbs
  • Shaved Brussels sprout salad, apple, dried fruit, sweet potato, lemon-mustard vinaigrette g/f
  • Air fry sweet potato, chipotle aioli g/f
  • Michigan cream of Corn g/f
  • Street Corn ; cotja, lime, cilantro , mayo

Family-Style

2 entrees , 2 starches, 1 vegetable…. $ 36.00.00 per guest.  Pricing is subject to protein choices

Includes a complimentary plated soup or salad

Soup Options

  • Cream of Cauliflower ; herb oil ( Veg , g/f )
  • Michigan Morel Bisque ; chives ( veg , g/f )
  • Creamy Corn Chowder; potato hash ( veg , g/f )
  • Classic Tomato ; grilled cheese croutons ( veg )
  • Italian Wedding Soup

 

Vegetable Family Style Entrees

  • Wild Mushroom Risotto ; Arborio rice, blend of wild mushrooms, roasted vegetables ( vegan upon request ) g/f
  • Thai Vegetable Curry ; Asian vegetables, crispy marinated tofu, red coconut curry sauce, cilantro, lemon-basil ( vegan ) g/f
  • Rainbow Vegetable Gratin ; 6 layers of vegetables,Yukon potato, sweet potato, zucchini, yellow squash, red onion, heirloom tomato, Parmesan, thyme, toasted panko crumbs
  • Mushroom Parmesan ; grilled shiitakes, crimini, hen of the wood mushrooms, leeks, garlic, San Marzano tomatoes, Castelvetrano olives, capers, Mozzarella, Parmesan ( g/f )
  • Halloumi Cheese & Vegetable Kabobs; grilled Halloumi, bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomato, zucchini, mushrooms  with Pomegranate Tahini sauce  . g/f
  • Baked Butternut Squash-Cheese Polenta ; roasted baby carrots, tomato Ragu, fresh herbs .

 

Pasta Family Style Entrees

  • Grilled Vegetable Ravioli; roasted summer squash, zucchini, red & yellow peppers, asparagus, Romano & Fontina cheeses, Vodka-tomato cream sauce. ( veg. )
  • Cavateli Short-rib Bolognese, braised boneless short-rib, tomato, grilled shiitake , fresh herbs, Parmesan
  • Lobster Linguine, Maine lobster meat, shrimp, tomatoes, lemon, basil, shallots, toasted bread crumbs
  • Ziti & Italian Braised Vegetables, zucchini, squash, Eggplant, peppers, roasted tomato sauce, fresh herbs, Parmesan ( Vegan upon request )
  • Cavatappi Chicken, pulled rotisserie chicken, grilled vegetables, blistered tomatoes, Pomodoro, herb cheese

 

Chicken Family Style Entrees

  • Roasted Chicken Breast, citrus veloute, fresh Dill
  • Chicken Piccata, sauteed chicken medallions, capers, Lemon-white wine butter sauce, capers, Italian parsley
  • Rosemary Grilled Chicken, herb brined chicken breast, creamy roasted tomato sauce ..g/f
  • “Caramel” Chicken Breast ; pan seared, soy, garlic, sesame seeds, green onions…g/f
  • Braised Chicken Fricassee, domestic mushrooms, shallots, garlic , white wine, cream

 

Seafood Family Style Entrees

  • Parmesan Crusted Salmon; roasted red pepper coulis
  • Honey-Garlic Salmon; lemon, toasted sesame seeds, chives… g/f
  • Grilled Salmon ; lemon butter sauce, Dill, shaved fennel …g/f
  • Cornmeal Dusted Michigan Walleye; whole grain Veloute g/f
  • Potato Crusted Rainbow Trout ; remoulade g/f
  • Roasted Chilean Sea Bass; miso glaze or grilled red pepper sauce g/f.. Market Price

 

Meat Family Style Entrees

  • Roasted Top Sirloin; Burgundy au jus, horsey sauce g/f
  • N.Y. Strip Loin; Burgundy au jus, horsey sauce g/f
  • Beef Tenderloin; roasted Pearl Onions, demi-glace, button mushrooms g/f Market Price
  • Herb Crusted Prime Rib; Burgundy au jus, horsey sauce, g/f
  • Braised Boneless Short-ribs; natural reduction, crispy pickled red onions , fresh herbs g/f
  • Country Steak ; pan fried, braised, Michigan Morel cream sauce
  • Cabernet Beef Tips ; button mushrooms, Pancetta, leeks, pearl onions, natural sauce g/f
  • Cider Brined Roasted Pork Loin, Cognac,-mustard jus, apple …g/f
  • Braised Leg of Lamb ; off the bone, natural reduction, mint herb oil. g/f

 

Sides

  • Garlic whipped potatoes g/f
  • Herb crusted redskin potatoes g/f
  • Boursin layered potato au gratin g/f
  • Quinoa & wild rice pilaf g/f
  • Northern Rice Pilaf; brown rice, toasted orzo, sweet potato, spiced pecans, cranberries, apple
  • Baked Ziti ; roasted tomato, cream, fresh herbs, Mozzarella, toasted Panko crumbs
  • Baked Gnocchi ; Pomodoro, basil, lemon, Mozzarella, garlic Parmesan crumbs
  • Tortellini ; Classic Alfredo sauce

 

Vegetable Sides

  • Roasted Cauliflower, herb vinaigrette g/f
  • Grilled vegetables ; zucchini, summer squash, grape tomatoes, fresh herbs g/f
  • Roasted Broccoli & baby carrots g/f
  • Air fry Brussels sprouts ; capers, shallot vinaigrette g/f
  • French green beans g/f
  • Grilled asparagus g/f
  • Caramelized baby carrots & parsnips g/f
  • Ratatouille ; zucchini, squash, peppers, eggplant, tomato, fresh herbs g/f
  • Cauliflower Casserole ; Parmesan, Fontina , toasted bread crumbs
  • Shaved Brussels sprout salad, apple, dried fruit, sweet potato, lemon-mustard vinaigrette g/f
  • Air fry sweet potato, chipotle aioli g/f
  • Michigan cream of Corn g/f
  • Street Corn ; cotija, lime, cilantro , mayo g/f

Late Night Snack

Minimum half  your guest count

Steak Burger Slider … $ 7.00  per guest

Choose One:

  • American Cheese, pickle,
  • Cheddar, bacon, caramelized onion
  • Blackened, Blue cheese, steak sauce

Detroit Senate Coney … $ 7.00  per guest

  • Dearborn all beef hot dogs, chili, minced onion, mustard

South Carolina Slider… 7.00 per guest

  • Pulled Braised pork shoulder, Carolina mustard, Southern slaw

Large Soft Pretzels…5.00

  • Pub Cheese dipping sauce , mustards

Walking Taco…7.00 per guest

  • Tortillas, ground meat, roasted corn pico de gallo, cotija cheese, salsa Roja, sourcream

Artisan Pizza made on-site … 10.00 per guest

  • Tomato base sauce, & white sauce
  • Toppings; Mozzarella blend, Pepperoni, ham, mushrooms, tomato, peppers, pepper rings, onions, olives

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