colby-sawyer college wedding catering guide

Wedding GuideC O L B Y - S A W Y E R C O L L E G E

Your Wedding. Our Passion.The Perfect Match.Whether you envision a celebration that is traditional or trend-setting, festive or formal, intimate or grand, ourexperienced and inspired team will provide you with unlimited options in planning your perfect storybookwedding. We will work closely together at every step in the process to create a reception that reflects yourpersonalities and indulges your senses.

Our Events Team brings the sophistication of creative, inspired and utterly delicious cuisine along with seamlessservice and logistical expertise to make your wedding day a truly joyous and memorable celebration.Artistically prepared, beautifully presented menu choices are served with the gracious attention to detail thathas genuinely become a hallmark of our team.

We have been getting ready for this day for probably as long as you have been dreaming about it! Ourpassionate staff brings over 30 years of experience in designing and delivering perfectly executed events andwe stake our reputation on nothing short of your happiness. Congratulations, and we look forward to helpingyou as you journey down the path of creating a wedding day tailored to your unique style, vision and budget.

If we can offer you more information, or to make a wedding consultation appointment, please contacts us at603-526-3720, email us at [email protected], or visit our events website:www.colby-sawyer.edu\functions/weddings.html

Sincerely,Your Wedding Team

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B U F F E T S E L E C T I O N S

T H E P R E M I U M B U F F E T

BUTLERED HORS D'OEUVRESPistachio Encrusted Chèvre & Grape Truffles

Grilled Pita with Falafel and Vegetable Relish

Coconut Shrimp with Sweet & Spicy Dipping Sauce

PREMIUM BUFFETSpinach Salad with Orange and Strawberryaccompanied by Zesty Citrus Dressing

Balsamic Roasted Vegetables

Seasoned Mashed Potatoes

Chicken Cordon Bleu with a Lite Cream Sauce

Blackened Flank Steak with Demi-Glace

VEGETARIAN ENTRÉEMushroom Lasagna with a Marinara Sauce

ENTRÉE EXCHANGESChicken Piccata

Italian Beef Round Top Au Jus

Roasted Loin of Pork with Pan Gravy

Cod Veracruz with Pan Sauce

VEGETARIAN EXCHANGESVegetable Wellington with a Roasted Red Pepper Coulis

Eggplant Pastitsio with Yogurt Béchamel

$50.00 per guest

T H E T R A D I T I O N A L B U F F E T

BUTLERED HORS D'OEUVRESCurried Chicken & Golden Raisin Tartlets

Fruity Feta Bruschetta

Spanakopita

TRADITIONAL BUFFETClassic Caesar Salad

Grilled Zucchini

Parsley Red Potatoes

Grilled Chicken with Bruschetta Topping

Pork Tenderloin with a Raspberry Sauce

VEGETARIAN ENTRÉERoasted Vegetable Orzo Risotto

ENTRÉE EXCHANGESRosemary Garlic Chicken Breast with aLite Garlic Cream Sauce

Roasted Beef Au Jus

Pork Tenderloin with a Raspberry Sauce

Tilapia Provencal

VEGETARIAN EXCHANGESRisotto ala Funghi

Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with

Herbed Tomato Sauce

$42.00 per guest

T H E D E L U X E B U F F E T

BUTLERED HORS D'OEUVRESPistachio Grapes with Orange Cream Cheese

Tuscan Bruschetta

Vegetable Spring Rolls with a Sweet and Tangy AsianSauce

DELUXE BUFFETTossed Garden Salad accompanied by Balsamic BasilVinaigrette

Whole Green Beans Almandine

Oven Roasted Rosemary Red Potatoes

Sautéed Chicken with Sherry & Mushrooms

Broiled Salmon with Dill Butter

VEGETARIAN ENTRÉEChèvre, Orzo & Basil Portobello

ENTRÉE EXCHANGESApricot & Goat Cheese Chicken Breast with Pan Jus

Flat Iron Beef Steak with Arugula Pesto

Coriander Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with a GreenPeppercorn Mustard Sauce

Lemon Pepper Oven Baked Trout with a RoastedPepper Garlic Aioli

VEGETARIAN EXCHANGESEggplant Parmesan with a Marinara Sauce

Southern Fried Portobello with Mashed Potato and

Mushroom Sauce

$45.00 per guest

B U F F E T S E L E C T I O N SThese menus are beautifully presented buffet style. All services include, china service, and linen-draped buffet and dining tables in the listed price. Add an additional entree for$12.00 per guest. Cake cutting is available for a nominal fee.

ALL WEDDING BUFFETS INCLUDE ARTISAN BREADS AND BUTTER, FAIR TRADE ASPRETTO COFFEE, DECAFFEINATED ASPRETTO COFFEEAND NUMI HERBAL AND NON-HERBAL REGULAR AND DECAFFEINATED TEAS, FRESHLY BREWED ICED TEA AND ICED WATER.

A 9% MEAL TAX WILL BE ADDED TO THE PRICE OF EACH BUFFET MENU.

IN SUPPORT OF OUR COMMITMENT FOR A BETTER TOMORROW, WE MAKE IT A PRIORITY TO PURCHASE LOCAL, SEASONAL OR SUSTAINABLY GROWN AND RAISED PRODUCTS WHEN AVAILABLE.

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S E R V E D W E D D I N G S E L E C T I O N S

T H E P R E M I U M S E R V E D

BUTLERED HORS D'OEUVRESBroccoli Rabe & Fresh Mozzarella Crostini

Tomato Basil Bruschetta

Ginger Chicken Satay

Smoked Salmon Roulade

PREMIUM SERVED MEALSpinach, Red Leaf, and Crisp Romaine tossed with DriedCranberries, Mandarin Oranges, and Toasted Sunflowerseeds accompanied by Honey Lime Dressing

Roasted Julienne Vegetables

Smoked Gouda Duchess Potatoes

Filet Mignon Medallions in Shiitake MushroomCream Sauce

VEGETARIAN ENTRÉEVegetable Wellington with Roasted Red Pepper Coulis

ENTRÉE EXCHANGESSautéed Chicken with Creamy Chive Sauce

Pan Seared Pork Tenderloin with Apples & Onions

Roasted Rosemary Rack of Lamb with Demi-Glace

$55.00 per guest

T H E T R A D I T I O N A L S E R V E D

BUTLERED HORS D'OEUVRESTuscan Bruschetta

Vegetarian Sushi Roll

Coconut Chicken with Orange Sauce

TRADITIONAL SERVED MEALClassic Caesar Salad

Fresh Green Beans

Sour Cream and Chive Mashed Potatoes

Grilled Chicken Breast with Mushroom Cream Sauce

VEGETARIAN ENTRÉEEggplant Rollatini with Marinara Sauce

ENTRÉE EXCHANGESBalsamic Grilled Flank Steak with Roasted RosemaryMushroom Sauce

Parmesan Crusted Tilapia with a Chive Butter Sauce

$48.00 per guest

T H E D E L U X E S E R V E D

BUTLERED HORS D'OEUVRESSun-Dried Tomato & Gorgonzola Bruschetta

Vietnamese Crispy Spring Rolls

Goat Cheese & Honey Phyllo Cups

Swedish Meatballs

DELUXE SERVED MEALGarden Side Salad accompanied by BalsamicVinaigrette

Roasted Root Vegetables

Caramelized Onion Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

Broiled Strip Steak served with Demi-Glace

VEGETARIAN ENTRÉEPenne with Butternut Squash and PortobelloMushrooms

ENTRÉE EXCHANGESSautéed Chicken with Sherry & Mushrooms

Pesto Crusted Salmon with Parmesan Cream

$50.00 per guest

OUR SERVED WEDDING SELECTIONS INCLUDE ARTISAN BREADS AND BUTTER, FAIR TRADE ASPRETTO COFFEE, DECAFFEINATED ASPRETTOCOFFEE AND NUMI HERBAL AND NON-HERBAL REGULAR AND DECAFFEINATED TEAS, FRESHLY BREWED ICED TEA AND ICED WATER.

A 9% MEAL TAX WILL BE ADDED TO THE PRICE OF EACH SERVED MENU.


S E R V E D W E D D I N G S E L E C T I O N SThese menu selections are served to each guest. All served selections include linen-draped dining tables as well as delivery, set up and clean up. China is included in all menuprices. Cake cutting is available for a nominal fee.

GREEK PIZZA

H O R S D ’ O E U V R E S R E C E P T I O N S

T H E P R E M I U M H O R S D ' O E U V R E S

STATIONARY HORS D'OEUVRESGourmet Cheese Display

Chipotle Maple Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Gourmet Crudité Display

BUTLERED HORS D'OEUVRESTomato Basil Bruschetta

Artichoke Hearts with Roasted Tomato Sauce

Cantaloupe Wrapped with Prosciutto

Mini Crab Cakes with Rémoulade Sauce

Chicken Satay

Coconut Shrimp

CHEF CARVING TABLESelect one carved item. All carved items include AssortedMini Rolls and Appropriate Condiments.

Grilled Marinated Flank SteakAccompanied by a Creamy Dijon Mustard Spread andMango Chipotle Ketchup

Turkey London BroilAccompanied by an Orange Balsamic Gastriqueand Green Peppercorn Mustard Sauce

Herbed Grilled SalmonAccompanied by a Tarragon Tomato Aioli and CherryTomato Salsa

$40.00 per guest

T H E T R A D I T I O N A LH O R S D ' O E U V R E S

STATIONARY HORS D'OEUVRESFruit & Cheese Display

Swedish Meatballs

Spinach & Artichoke Dip

BUTLERED HORS D'OEUVRESTuscan Bruschetta

Assorted Tea Sandwiches

Tomato, Vidalia Onion & Goat Cheese Tart

Mini Reuben

Coconut Chicken with Orange Sauce


Herb Roasted Turkey BreastAccompanied by Cranberry and Orange Compoteand Creamy Dijon Mustard

Maple Peach Glazed Smoked Pit HamAccompanied by Honey Mustard and Dijon Mayonnaise

Southwest BBQ Pork LoinAccompanied by Chipotle Mayonnaise and HoneyMustard

$30.00 per guest

T H E D E L U X E H O R S D ' O E U V R E S

STATIONARY HORS D'OEUVRESFruit and Cheese Display

Spanakopita

BUTLERED HORS D'OEUVRESSun-Dried Tomato & Gorgonzola Bruschetta

Curried Chicken & Golden Raisin Tartlets

Greek Pizza

Seafood Stuffed Mushroom Cap

Crostini with Spicy Mango Shrimp Salso

Ham & Cheese Pinwheels


Maple Glazed Roast Turkey BreastAccompanied by Cranberry and Orange Compoteand Creamy Dijon Mustard

Oven Roasted Top Round BeefAccompanied by Horseradish Cream and RoastedGarlic Au Jus

Brown Sugar Rubbed Pork LoinAccompanied by Chipotle Mayonnaise and StoneGround Mustard Sauce

$35.00 per guest

OUR HORS D’OEUVRES RECEPTIONS INCLUDE ARTISAN BREADS AND BUTTER, FAIR TRADE ASPRETTO COFFEE, DECAFFEINATED ASPRETTOCOFFEE AND NUMI HERBAL AND NON-HERBAL REGULAR AND DECAFFEINATED TEAS, FRESHLY BREWED ICED TEA AND ICED WATER.

A 9% MEAL TAX WILL BE ADDED TO THE PRICE OF EACH HORS D’OEUVRES MENU.


H O R S D ' O E U V R E S R E C E P T I O N SOur hors d'oeuvres receptions are presented with both stationary and butlered items and include an elegant carved selection. All receptions include china set up andlinen-draped buffet and dining tables in the listed price. Cake cutting is available for a nominal fee.

PROVENÇAL TABLE

M E N U A C C O M P A N I M E N T S

M E N U A C C O M P A N I M E N T SOur menu accompaniments have been designed to enhance any of the offered packages. You may add a singleitem, or a combination of items, from the following selections to your menu package at an additional cost.

SOUPSAll soups are made with fresh, local ingredients when available and can be presentedto your guests either buffet style or as a served selection.

Italian Wedding Soup$5.00 per guest

Cream of Parsnip Soup$4.75 per guest

Cold Cantaloupe Mint Soup$4.25 per guest

Roasted Corn and Lobster Bisque$6.25 per guest

Curried Butternut Squash Soup$5.25 per guest

CHEF CARVING TABLEA chef carved selection is a beautiful addition to a buffet meal or hors'd oeuvrespackage and provides a touch of grandeur to your event. All carved selectionsinclude assorted Mini Rolls and appropriate condiments.

Roast Breast of TurkeyAccompanied by Cranberry and Orange Compote and CreamyDijon Mustard$10.50 per guest

Roast Beef TenderloinAccompanied by Horseradish Aioli Cream and Stone Ground Mustard$14.50 per guest

Mustard and Apricot Glaze HamAccompanied by Chipotle Mayonnaise and Stone Ground Mustard Sauce$11.25 per guest

Roast Loin of PorkAccompanied by Chipotle Mayonnaise and Stone Ground Mustard Sauce$11.25 per guest

A 9% MEAL TAX WILL BE ADDED TO THE PRICE OF EACH MENU ACCOMPANIMENTS MENU.

ACTION AND BAR STATIONSPresentation stations create a delightful culinary experience for your guests by addingan interactive flair. Add one or more of these chef-attended action or bar stationsand watch your event come alive!

Mashed Potato BarSmooth and creamy Yukon Gold or SweetMashed Potatoes topped with your choiceof toppings Including Demi - Glace, Bacon,Cheddar, and Pecans

$6.50 per guest

Macaroni & Cheese BarThe ultimate comfort food made your way...with an Incredible, Mouth-watering Assortmentof Toppings of Blackened Chicken, GrilledChicken, Ground Beef and Hamaccompanied by Parmesan Cream andAged Cheddar Cheese Sauces.

$7.00 per guest

Risotto BarEndlessly creamy Risotto with SeasonedShrimp, Rosemary Chicken, GrilledVeggies or delectable combinations withfresh Shaved Parmesan Cheese

$6.50 per guest

Slider StationDelicately delicious mini versions of theClassic Cheeseburger, Hamburger, PorkBBQ, Crab Cake, and Buffalo ChickenSandwiches

$4.75 per guest

STATIONARY HORS D'OEUVRESStationary hors d’oeuvres are beautifully displayed buffet style allowing your gueststo serve themselves. Consider adding an hors d’oeuvres display to any of our menupackages to enhance your event.

Seasonal Cubed Fresh Fruit CateringDisplay served with a RaspberryFruit Dip$1.75 per guest

Seasonal Cubed Fresh Fruit & ArtisanCheese Display served with anassortment of Crackers and Breads$4.00 per guest

Imported and Domestic Cheese DisplayWedges of Imported and DomesticCheeses with Clusters of Grapes andassortment of Crackers and Breads$4.50 per guest

Gourmet Crudité DisplayBaby Vegetables and fresh, colorfulseasonal favorites served with BaconRanch and Onion Cheese Dips$3.25 per guest

Spinach & Artichoke Dip served with anassortment of Crackers, Pita Chips,Crostini or FlatbreadsA creamy dip of Artichoke, Spinach andParmesan Cheese, baked until goldenbrown$3.75 per guest

ENDIVE WITH GOAT CHEESE, F IG AND HONEY GLAZED PECANS

M E N U A C C O M P A N I M E N T S

M E N U A C C O M P A N I M E N T S , c o n t i n u e dOur menu accompaniments have been designed to enhance any of the offered packages. You may add a singleitem, or a combination of items, from the following selections to your menu package at an additional cost.

BEVERAGESPrices listed are for self-serve beverages. Additionalcharges apply for served beverages.

NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGESSoft Drinks$0.95 per drink

Bottled Water$1.10 per drink

Sweet Ice Tea$1.05 per drink

Sparkling Cider$1.25 per drink

PUNCH SELECTIONSSparkling Fruit Punch$11.05 per gallon

Lemonade$13.65 per gallon

Unsweetened Ice Tea$13.65 per gallon

Infused Water Station Flavored with Fresh QuarteredOranges, Lemons or Limes$15.00 per gallon

COFFEE BARFair Trade Aspretto Regular and DecaffeinatedCoffee Bar Assorted Sugars and Cream. Barincludes Numi Herbal and Non-Herbal Regular andDecaffeinated Teas Station with Local Honey andFresh Lemon.$1.75 per guest

BUTLERED HOR D'OEUVRESAdd a touch of elegance to your event with passed hors d'oeuvres. These selections are offered to your guestson beautiful trays by our professional wait staff. Selections include two per guest unless otherwise noted.

Endive with Goat Cheese, Fig and Honey Glazed Pecans$3.50 per guest

Grilled Baby Lamb Chops$6.25 per guest

Bacon Wrapped Scallops$4.75 per guest

DESSERTSTo enhance or replace the traditional wedding cake consider our fun dessert selections. You can even turn thisinto a unique 'favor' bar by offering custom containers to bring home.

Candy Station$1.75 per guest

Decorated Cupcake Bar$1.50 per guest

Cookies and Milk Station$2.00 per guest

Assorted Miniature French Pastry and Fruit Tarts$2.25 per guest

Ice Cream Sundae BarChoice of Three Ice Cream Flavours:Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry, Local FavoriteChoice of FourSauces: Chocolate, Strawberry,Butterscotch or CaramelChoice of Three Toppings: Sprinkles, CookieCrumbs, Crushed Peanuts, Heath Bar» Pieces,M&M's¬. Maraschino Cherries and WhippedTopping are included.$9.50 per guest

A 9% MEAL TAX WILL BE ADDED TO THE PRICE OF EACH MENU ACCOMPANIMENTS MENU.

P L A N N I N G Y O U R W E D D I N G


Thank you for choosing Colby-Sawyer College. We are excited and honored that you have chosen Colby-Sawyer College for your special day. The following information, along with our events staff, will assist you planning your perfect wedding. We like to meet with our couples in person to provide advice and guidance while planning your event. You may contact our Events Manager at 603.526.3720 or by emailing at [email protected] to schedule a meeting. Our events team are happy to work with you on selecting vendors, to make your day memorable.

REsERvING thE DAtE Colby-Sawyer College has several spaces that are ideal for your wedding and designed to meet your event needs. Please contact the Events Office at 603.527.3720 so we can save the date.

REsERvING A LOcAtIONWhether the event is to take place on or off Colby-Sawyer College, a confirmed reservation for the location is required before we can make deliveries. Tables, chairs, and other equipment for on campus events can be arranged through the Event Office at 603.526.3720.

sELEctING A MENUThis guide is meant to give you an idea of our available menu options; however, we are not limited to these selections and are happy to customize a menu to meet your specific needs.

All wedding packages include a maximum of five hours of labor built into the price of the meal. Additional labor charges will be incurred if your event exceeds this limit.

Once you have selected your menu, the wedding couple will receive a complimentary menu tasting.

GUEst cOUNt GUARANtEEsEvent preparations are based on the specified number of guests. An estimated guest count is due at the time of booking and a final guaranteed guest count must be provided fourteen days in advance of your event.

DEPOsIt AND PAYMENtA $1,000 deposit is required to secure your event date. An additional deposit of 50% of your total estimated event charge is due 6 months prior to your event date; and 100% is due 14 days prior. All prices are subject to 9% Room and Meal Tax. Acceptable forms of payment include cash, checks, MasterCard and Visa.

All deposits will be deducted from the final bill.

cANcELLAtION POLIcYEvents or menu items can be changed or cancelled with no charge, anytime prior to sixty days in advance of the event. Events or menu items changed or cancelled less than thirty days in advance of the event are subject to a 50% charge. Events or menu items changed or cancelled within two week of the event will forfeit their deposit and will pay the balance of their contract.

ADDItIONAL sERvIcEsAll agreed upon event details, services and associated charges will be clearly outlined in your customized event contract once details are finalized.

We will gladly assist you to coordinate receiving all deliveries from your contracted vendors. Depending on scope of coordination, additional charges may apply.

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WEDDING cAkEAll wedding cakes must come from a licensed provider. A cake cutting fee of $1.50 per guest will be added to cut and serve the cake to your guests.

FLOWERsWe will be happy to receive, and handle floral arrangements for you.

LINENs Standard linens are provided for all guest tables, food and beverage tables. Additional linen for tables not directly used for food or beverage set up can be provided for an additional fee. Prices will vary depending on size, color and style. Specialty linens are also available upon request for an additional fee. Your Events office will be happy to discuss choices and details with you.

chINA chARGEs Additional charges may apply for additional rentals if required.

EvENt LENGth AND sERvIcE stAFFCustomized menus and event times longer than five hours may require additional or special service staff that will be charged at hourly rates. Service staff is included in the price of all menu selections, except bars

Service Staff.............. ............................................$10.00 per hour; minimum 3/4 hoursStation Chef.............. ............................................$18.00 per hour; minimum 3/4 hours

FAcILItIEs GENERAL INFORMAtIONThe following items will not be permitted in or on Colby-Sawyer College: Fireworks, sparklers, fog machines, confetti machines or confetti on the guest tables, bubble machines or any type of open flame candle not contained in a vessel.

Facilities are arranged and contracted through our Events Office. Please refer to your contract in reference to when you can access the facility for set-up, decorating and deliveries from vendors being used for your wedding.

OPEN BAR PAckAGEs AND cONsUMPtION & cAsh BARsAlcohol service Policy Our contract provides alcohol in accordance with college policies and state law. All alcoholic beverages must be provided by the contracted service and must be served by their personnel.. Proof of age will be required to serve your guests.

Alcohol Procedure All beverages are to remain within the facility. Beverages not consumed will remain the property of contracted Bar Service, in accordance with the laws of New Hampshire. An alcohol permit is required on campus. For questions please contact at 603.526.3720 or email us at [email protected].

Non-alcoholic beverages and food must be served the entire duration that alcohol is served. All bars will include sodas and waters, which are billed per consumption, unless otherwise requested.

Prices are good through December 2015.

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