Classic Cuisines Catering

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Experience the unique advantages of a catering company that personally handles all of your catering needs. Some of the many benefits of working with Classic Cuisine Catering include:

"Scratch" Kitchens - we actually make everything we serve

100 % Mobile Kitchens – we can cook anywhere

Best-in-Class Cuisines, Highest Quality Products, and Impeccable Service – only the very best of everything

Catering Rentals and Equipment – our company is very networked

Complete Corporate, Social Catering and Picnics

Express Service – we want you to feel you can call us ANYTIME, last minute needs are welcomed

Experienced, long standing executive and sous chefs – we pride ourself on the long term staff we have

Extensive and Excellent References – we’d be happy to share them with you

Gourmet Coffee Service – we are rather particular about the coffee product we serve and it’s presentation

On-Site Operations Managers – your event will never be unsupervised

Owned and Certified Staffing
 

Savings and Value

Trucking and Transportation - Company Owned – we own all of our vehicles

Conveniently Located – Corporate offices in Westmont and Kitchens in Bloomingdale

Unlimited American and Ethnic Cuisines – our menus are substantial

Venue Scouting Assistance – allow us to share with you the many venues we have served from.



Chef Kelly Fisher ~ Classic Cuisines Catering ~ THIS is what we do.
Call us ~ 630.671.1850 ~ Email us 

Proudly serving Chicagoland and the Western Suburbs

Blog Author Karen Hanrahan here, with another recipe to share, inspired by a friendly chat with Chef Kelly Fisher.

I adore risotto.  Don't you? At this time of the year I take advantage of the multitude of squashes available and add them to my favorite risotto recipe.

Cut a Butternut Squash in 1/2 lengthwise. Brush with olive oil, liberal amounts of crushed garlic, fresh grated nutmeg, salt and pepper. Roast until tender and crusty. About 90 minutes.

Remove roasted squash flesh from the skin and puree in the blender. You should not need to add any liquid to get it smooth, if you do -- add chicken stock. Turn into your risotto at the later simmering stage of your favorite recipe. Don't forget the freshly grated parmesan. 





Chef Kelly Fisher ~ Classic Cuisines Catering ~ THIS is what we do.
Call us ~ 630.671.1850 ~ Email us 

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Classic Cuisines Catering

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There are a lot of purveyors that I deal with in my work. Some are standard, that seemingly everyone else uses and some are mom and pop or individuals, like Pete Medinis – my spice guy. I met Pete years ago and found him a little over eager – he gave me way too much information. Giving him a hard time about it probably had him wondering if he would ever get my business yet he was really persistent and I admire that.

Pete sells spices – it’s all he does, he’s formerly a chef and has an innate and sensitive appreciation for what spices enhance a recipe. He sells quality which is what Classic Cuisines Catering is all about, and he sells distinction. His specialty rubs and combinations are sold exclusively by him and the man who blends them. His website Wild Onion Spice Company shares all that he offers.

Be sure to ask Pete about this logo, it's a wonderful expression of Chicago history.
 

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Proudly serving Chicagoland and the Western Suburbs

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Newsletter :: October

Classic Cuisines Catering

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When Chef Kelly ponders autumn he thinks crisp.  The air, the apple, the vegetables roasted just so. Seasonal foods express comfort, home, and entertaining!!

The harvest season is about to begin. How can we help?



I think the apple is the epitome of Americana. When you think of an apple you can feel it sitting ever so comfortably in the palm of your hand. You can totally imagine that first crisp bite. Living in the midwest, an autumn does not go by without some reverence to the almighty apple. The local orchards are full, ripe and beckoning to my sense of simple fruit celebration and culinary expression. Apples say crunch. They say pick me up and take a bite from me. They want nothing more to be juiced, pressed and cidered. They  want to be baked, crumbled, sauced. They need to be complimented with sugar, cinnamon and clove. For all of us here at Classic Cuisines Catering, it’s about the Apple Crumble.  Tart thinly sliced apples, topped with a delectable crumbly spiced topping, baked crisp and served with a dollop of crème fraiche.

Be sure to ask for it for your next event.

 


I adore the novelty and tradition that a pumpkin can bring to an occasion. Something about its brilliant orange, it’s hardiness – it’s functional and multi-use properties. Pumpkins bring out the child in me, not a fall goes by without carving a jack-o-lantern. Classic Cuisines Catering often utilizes seasonal fruits and vegetables in their menu’s. Our most popular pumpkin recipe’s include spiced pumpkin nut bread, muffins, and an absolutely amazing pumpkin soup




Cinnamon is all about aroma, comfort and home. Many a homemaker will simply simmer a cinnamon stick to fill a room with it’s earthy warmth and goodness. As a chef I like to use it in a variety ways; it’s absolutely awesome in my chili, in many of my fruit desserts and makes a delicious addition to a hot cocoa.  If you haven’t added a bit to a chocolate chip cookie recipe you have no idea what you are missing.



Chef Kelly Fisher ~ Classic Cuisines Catering ~ THIS is what we do.
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Chef Kelly from time to time, might wonder why he's still in the catering business. The truth is one truly has to have a remarkable sense of humor, patience and candor in order to manage the ebb and flow of the typical day of a high quality fast paced and successful catering company. 

If Kelly didn't simply love to cook he would not be where he's at today. If he didn't care tremendously about delivering a good product; food that looks good enough to eat and food that tastes remarkable, he'd have lost his reputation a long time ago. Making a meal memorable, paying attention to every last detail and having any event feel like he's entertaining in his own home are all distinctions that sets Chef Kelly apart from most caterers.



A Client said, "Chef Kelly is a total hoot, a delight, a barrel of laughs and more. He loves what he's doing and cares about the many details. More so, in my opinion, than any other caterer I have worked with.  My gathering was everything I wanted plus more. The food was delicious, abundant, gorgeous and ever flowing. The smallest detail was handled beautifully. The entire process had elements of Classic Cuisines Catering humor and charm which is part of what Chef Kelly brings to every occasion."


Chef Kelly Fisher ~ Classic Cuisines Catering ~ THIS is what we do.
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Proudly serving Chicagoland and the Western Suburbs

"The Community House is the mortar that holds together the bricks of the community -– the only organization in the area that reaches out to the full spectrum of people."  

 -- Life Trustee Fred Krehbiel

The Community House in Hinsdale is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the quality of life for people of all ages - providing exciting new learning experiences, counseling support, recreation and volunteer opportunities. We are especially grateful to the many generous community volunteers and contributors who provide their time, talents and financial gifts each year to The Community House.

Community House has a fascinating history, programs and community theatre. It is additionally, an absolutely lovely place to host an event.









Chef Kelly Fisher ~ Classic Cuisines Catering ~ THIS is what we do.
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Rediscover . . . The Hinsdale Antiques Show presents its 49th edition, bringing buyers and sellers together to benefit The Community House. Known for attracting the country's best dealers in period English, Continental, American and Oriental pieces, the show also leads in presenting the last century's furniture and accessories for today's classic-eclectic decor.

Collectors can also find antique, estate and tomorrow's classic jewelry pieces. The Hinsdale Antiques Show features four days of special events and education, opportunities to start and to add to the important collections of tomorrow.

More than 30 exhibitors sell affordable home products and rarities from around the world at this benefit, billed "the longest-running antiques show in the Chicago area."
 
Sep. 21: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.   
Sep. 22: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.   
Sep. 23: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.  

Price: $10. Proceeds benefit The Community House of Hinsdale
Phone: 630-323-7500 for more information

Community House is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the quality of life for people of all ages. It provides exciting new learning experiences, counseling support, recreation and volunteer opportunities for the residents of Hinsdale and the surrounding communities. The Community House receives no local tax support. It depends upon allocations from The United Way, charitable gifts, fundraising events,programs, rental fees and volunteer efforts to underwrite services and defray operating costs.

Classic Cuisines Catering is a Community House Partner for this event.

Look for us at The Antigue Cafe's Fri - Sunday 10 - 4
at the Special Friday Evening Preview Gathering
and also serving the Gospel Brunch on Sunday

Chef Kelly Fisher ~ Classic Cuisines Catering ~ THIS is what we do.
Call us ~ 630.671.1850 ~ Email us 

Proudly serving Chicagoland and the Western Suburbs

Blog Author Karen Hanrahan here. In speaking with Chef Kelly Fisher of Classic Cuisines Catering today, I was reminded of these two wonderful recipes that make quite an impression at a social gathering. He asked me to share.

Mini Bloody Mary's

Freeze a bottle of great vodka - no it won't actually freeze - duh, but it will get ridiculously cold.  That's what you want.

Peel - yes peel, lots of cherry or grape tomatoes.  Toss in boiling hot water first - the skins will peel off really easily. Take a toothpick and pierce a peeled tomato. Dip in freezing cold vodka and dip again in Kosher Salt. Eat immediately. It's a burst of tomato, vodka and salt in your mouth - a Mini Bloody Mary!! These are so much fun!





Green Bean Bundles

Steam Fresh Green Beans for 10 minutes, cool in an ice water bath to stop further cooking. Take about 3 green beans and wrap with thinly sliced prosciutto and provolone cheese - lay on a plate until the plate is full, sprinkle with your favorite balsamic vinaigrette and fresh ground black pepper.



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Wedding Menu Suggestions

Below you will find three wedding packages. These are merely an example of all things wedding and possible through Classic Cuisines Catering. The very last thing a bride and groom and their families will ever need to be concerned about is their dining experience. Count on us not only to provide exquisite food, but also to assist you in anyway we possible can - remember...

This is what we do.



Package A includes…

One-hour hors d’oeuvres reception

Pick any four "A" level hors d’oeuvres

Salad Course

"A" Level Entrée

Rice Pilaf or Potato

Fresh Vegetable

French Dinner Rolls with sweet creamery butter

Wedding Cake

Or other dessert if you wish to provide the wedding cake

Gourmet coffee and tea service

$32.00 per person

(plus tax and delivery)

* See  All "A" Level  Menu Choices Below


Package A Menu Sample…

Oven-Dried Tomato Bruschetta

Eggplant and Boursin Canape

Smoked Gouda and Caramelized Onion Quesadillas

Vietnamese Spring Rolls

Tossed Green Salad with Assorted Dressings

Chicken Breast Stuffed with Apples, Cranberries, and Honey

Wild Rice Pilaf

Grilled Vegetable Medley

French Rolls and Butter

Wedding Cake

Gourmet Coffee and Tea Service



Package B includes…

One-hour cocktail reception

Pick any four "B" level hors d’oeuvres

Soup or Salad Course

"B" Level Entrée

Rice Pilaf or Potato

Fresh Vegetable

French Dinner Rolls with sweet creamery butter

Wedding Cake

Or other dessert if you wish to provide the cake

Chocolate Dipped Strawberries at Every Table

Gourmet Coffee and Tea Service

$46.00 per person

(plus tax and gratuity)

Package B Menu Sample…

Dates Wrapped in Bacon with a Red Pepper Sauce

Indonesian Chicken Satay

Fruit Salsa Bruschetta

Salmon Mousse on Belgian Endive

Traditional Caesar Salad with Creamy Dressing

Roast Prime Rib of Beef with Fresh Horseradish Cream

Garlic and Shallot Mashed Potatoes

Steamed Asparagus

French Rolls and Butter

Wedding Cake

Chocolate Dipped Strawberries at Every Table

Gourmet Coffee and Tea Service

* See All "B" Level  Menu Choices Below

Package C includes…

One-hour Hors D’oeuvres Reception

Pick any five hors d’oeuvres at any level

Appetizer Course

Soup or Salad Course

Choice of Any Premium Entrée

Wild Rice Medley or Potato

Fresh Vegetable

French and Italian Rolls and Breads

with sweet creamery butter

Premium Wedding Cake Selection

Or other dessert if you choose to provide the wedding cake

Platter per table of Petit Fours, Miniature French Cookies, and Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

Gourmet Coffee and Tea Service

$58.00 per person

(plus tax and delivery)

Package C  Menu Sample…

Fork Served Bochini Mozzarella Wrapped in Prosciutto

Baked Brie Wedges with Mango Glaze

Lobster Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

Miniature Ahi Tuna Burgers with Red Pepper Aioli

Mousse of Smoked Trout on Tartines of Black Bread

Saffron Linguine with Plum Tomatoes and Haricots Vert

Exotic Baby Field Green Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing

Rosemary Scented Roast Loin of Veal with Povirade Sauce

Pommes Dauphinoise

Marinated Grilled Root Vegetables

Assorted French Rolls and Breads with Sweet Creamery Butter

Wedding Cake

Assorted Petit Fours, Miniature French Cookies, and Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries

Gourmet Coffee and Tea Service

* See  All "C" Level  Menu Choices Below





Package Specific Hors D’oeuvre Selections

(Please inquire about any favorites not listed)



        
        Hot Selections A…

v Pizza Bread

v Smoked Chicken and Cheddar Quesadillas

v Grilled Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms

v Traditional Greek Spanakopita

v Authentic Buffalo Chicken Wings

v Mushroom Caps Stuffed with Spinach and Feta

v Rumaki

v Snow Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

v Sweet and Sour Meatballs

v Vietnamese Spring Rolls

v African Chicken Wings

v Fried Ravioli with Homemade Marinara

v Smoked Gouda and Caramelized Onion Quesadillas

v Wild Mushroom Quesadillas

v Chorizo and Pepper Jack Quesadillas

v Skewered Tortellini with Homemade Alfredo

v Potato Skins with Aged Cheddar, Bacon and Sour Cream

v Grilled Vegetable Brochettes

v Jalapeno and Aged Cheddar Corn Muffins

v Jalapeno Poppers

v Quesadilla Rolls

Hot Selections B…

v Dates Wrapped in Bacon with Red Pepper Sauce

v Indonesian Chicken Satay

v Indonesian Beef Satay

v Assorted Petite Deep Dish Pizzas

v Kosher Franks Wrapped in Crescent Dough

v Sea Scallops Wrapped in Bacon

v Chicken Brochettes with Roasted Vegetables

v Sesame Chicken Wings

v Broiled Shrimp with Garlic Aromatics

v Petite Maryland Crab Cakes

v Artichoke Hearts and Prosciutto

v Salmon Wontons

v Skewered Barbeque Shrimp

v Baked Brie with a Mango Glaze

v Vegetable Empanadas


Hot Selections C…

v Fork Served Bochini Mozzarella wrapped in Prosciutto*

v Asparagus Spears Wrapped in Beef Tenderloin

v Cheviche of Scallops

v Clams Casino

v Fennel and Chorizo Strudel

v Conch fritters with Roasted Red Pepper Aioli

    v Beef Tenderloin in a Puffed Pastry Shell

               caprese goes here
                
             Cold Selections A…

v Fresh Vegetable Crudite with Various Dips

v Oven-Dried Tomato Bruschetta

v Spoon Served Eggplant Caviar*

v Deviled Eggs

v Chicken Liver Pate

v Rolled Eggplant and Boursin Canape

v Shrimp Barquettes

v Sun-Dried Tomato Tapenade

v Traditional Tomato Bruschetta

v Olive Tapenade

v Elaborate Fresh Baked Bread Display

v Homemade Five Layer Dip with Tortilla Chips (plus $0.25)

                 
               
                Cold Selections B…

v Imported and Domestic Cheese Board with Assorted Crackers

v Roasted Tenderloin of Beef Canape

v Sliced Seasonal Fresh Fruit

v Fresh Skewered Mozzarella with Tomatoes and Pesto

v Banana Wontons

v Prosciutto with Melon

v Pate Maison on Tartines of Walnut Bread

v Steak Tartare on Toast Points

v Salmon Mousse on Belgian Endive

v Mushroom Almond Pate

v Miniature Ahi Tuna Burgers with Aioli

v Goat Cheese with Marinara on a Pesto Toast Point

v Antipasto Display

v Bleu Cheese Stuffed Assorted Olives

v Relish Tray

v Curried Chicken Salad on a Crostini

v Build-Your-Own Bruschetta Bar

v Fruit Salsa Bruschetta

v Turkey or Ham Sliced Pinwheel Sandwiches (plus $0.25)

v Miniature Tuna Salad Croissants (plus $0.25)

                                    
               Cold Selections C…

v Shrimp Cocktail

v Mousse of Smoked Trout on Tartines of Black Bread

v New Potato Crème Fraiche and Caviar

v Stuffed Quail Eggs

v Lobster Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

v Assorted Sushi

v New England Jumbo Poached Shrimp (plus $0.75)

v Assorted Traditional Finger Sandwiches (plus $0.75)

*Flatware rentals are additional.

Please note: all hors d’oeuvres are priced to be served for one to one-and-a half hours. Custom pricing and multi-level menus are available

Cold Fresh Salad Suggestions

(Please ask about any of your favorites that are not listed.)

Tossed Green Salad:
With your choice of dressing

Caesar Salad:
With homemade croutons and creamy dressing

Hand-Picked Baby Field Green Salad:
With raspberry vinaigrette dressing

Fresh Spinach Salad:
With bacon dressing

Bowtie Pasta Salad:
With grilled vegetables and sun-dried tomato pesto

Roasted New Potato Salad:
With sour cream and fresh dill

Texas Black Bean Salad:
With miniature corn and rice

Lentil and Garden Vegetable Salad

Potato Salads:
Honey Mustard, Roasted Garlic and Shallot, Traditional, and Sour Cream & Dill

Coleslaws:
Creamy Traditional, Orange Poppy Seed

Asian Noodle Salad

Tabbouleh

Chop Salad
With bleu cheese, tomato, scallions, apples, red cabbage, everything but the kitchen sink!

Mediterranean Salad
With apples, raisins, walnuts, feta, and balsamic vinaigrette

Couscous Salad
With dried cherries and cucumber slices

Package Specific Entrees

Please remember that these are merely some of the most popular entrees from Chef Kelly Fisher’s kitchen. Recipes are not set in stone and can always be altered to fit your tastes.



       Package A…

Poultry…

v Chicken Cordon Bleu

v Chicken Kiev

v Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken

v Grilled or Baked Boneless Breast of Chicken with host’s choice of sauce

v Chicken Piccatta or Marsala

v Chicken Breast stuffed with spinach, tomato, and pignoli nuts

v French Cut Chicken Breast stuffed with artichoke hearts and sun-dried tomatoes

v French Cut Chicken Breast stuffed with apples, cranberries, and honey

v Chicken or Turkey Tetrazzini

v Grilled Chicken Brochettes

v Baked Boneless Chicken Breast with fresh rosemary and elephant garlic

Beef…

v Grilled Balsamic Flank Steak

v Louisiana Sirloin of Beef

Pork…

v Apple Glazed Roast Loin of Pork

v Bourbon and Honey Roast Pork Tenderloin

Pasta…

v Angel Hair Pasta tossed with olive oil, fresh tomato, garlic, basil, and Romano cheese

v Pasta Primavera

v Asparagus Lasagna

v Cajun Cannelloni

v Linguine with grilled chicken and roasted red pepper marinara

v Baked Italian Sausage Lasagna

v Bucanti Pasta with roasted vegetables and sun-dried tomatoes

v Linguine with red or white clam sauce

v Fettuccine with black bean and garlic sauce

v Orzo with fresh broccoli, feta cheese and olives

v Orchietta with smoked mozzarella, asparagus, and sun-dried tomatoes

v Fettuccine Alfredo

v Penne Carbonara



Package B…

Poultry…

v Coq Au Vin

v Bohemian Style Roast Long Island Duckling

Beef…

v Sliced Roast New York Loin of Beef

v Bavarian Sauerbraten

v Braised Short Ribs

v Beef Bourguignon

v Grilled Beef Tenderloin Brochettes

v Chateaubriand

v Roast Tenderloin of Beef with Cornichon tarragon sauce

v Roast Prime Rib of Beef with fresh horseradish cream

Veal…

v Veal Piccatta

Lamb…

v Roast Leg of Lamb

v Lamb Brochettes

v Moroccan Roast Lamb

v Roast Loin of Lamb with sage mousse stuffing

Pork…

v Baked Smithfield Ham

v Double Thick Pork Chops filled with cranberry sage stuffing

Seafood…

v Bouillabaisse

v Baked Halibut on a bed of roasted peppers

v Bourride of Mahi Mahi with Garlic Mayonnaise with saffron, pernod, white wine, and fennel

v Grilled Seafood Brochettes

v Grilled Shrimp and Scallop Brochettes

v Poached Alaskan Salmon with Dill

v Grilled Swordfish with mango salsa

v Salmon En Croute

Pasta…

v Angel Hair Pasta with portabella mushrooms and fresh tomatoes

v Seafood Lasagna

v Ravioli in Roasted Garlic Broth

v Fettuccine with scallops and pears in a garlic cream sauce

v Saffron Linguine with plum tomatoes and haricots vert in a Chervil broth

       
       Package C…

Poultry…

v Roasted Quail with Juniper Berries

Beef…

v Beef Wellington

Veal…

v Osso Buco Milanese

v Saltimbocca

v Roast Stuffed Saddle of Veal with wild mushrooms and venison

Lamb…

v Roast Rack of Lamb Rosemary

Seafood…

v Pecan Crusted Grouper

v Grilled Yellowfin with papaya relish

         Fresh Vegetable Suggestions

            
              Asparagus…

v Steamed

v Amandine

v Gratin

v Thai-style with chilies, garlic, and basil

v With toasted pignoli nuts and sesame butter

v Herbed with shitake mushrooms and parmesan cheese

v Scalloped

v With hot bacon dressing

v With roasted red peppers

             Artichokes…

v Baked

v Gratin

v Sautéed

v Crab stuffed

v Steamed with orange aioli

             Mushrooms…

v Sautéed with fresh variety of peppers

v Baked

v Grilled with bleu cheese

v Marinated

v Duxelles

v Ragout

v Sauté side of wild mushrooms

v Zucchini stuffed with mushrooms

              Broccoli…

v Baked

v Gratin

v Broccoli rabe

v With roasted peppers

v Steamed

v Sautéed

v Soufflé

             Carrots…

v Steamed

v Gratin

v Baked

v With fresh dill

v With orange butter

v Gingered

v Sautéed with almonds

v Roasted

v Scalloped

v Glazed

v Soufflé

             Cauliflower…

v Baked

v Gratin

v Steamed

v Sautéed with toasted bread crumbs

v With roast peppers

v Soufflé

v Scalloped

             And more…

v Spinach sauté

v Spinach soufflé

v Sautéed summer vegetables

v Roasted root vegetables

v Ratatouille

v Baked Vidalia onions

v Celery Milanese

v Braised fennel

v Haricots vert

v Grilled marinated vegetable medley

v Sautéed snow peas

v Sautéed sugar snap peas

v Stuffed beefsteak tomatoes

v Turnips au gratin

v Eggplant and zucchini Italiano

v Tomato Souffle

Preferred Starch Selections

               (Please inquire about a la carte pricing.)

             Potatoes...

v Herb roasted new potatoes

v O’Brian

v Au gratin

v Dauphinoise

v Baked

v Twice baked

v Mashed with roasted garlic

v Mashed with fresh horseradish

v Mashed with scallions and cheddar cheese

v Baked, mashed (skin on)

v Oven roasted with marinated pearl onions

v Parsley potatoes

v Parmesan mashed

v Potato pancakes

v Hash browns

v Roasted parmesan potatoes

v Potato dumplings

v Southwestern roasted

v Cajun mashed

v Mashed with caramelized onions and carrots

v Macaire

v Duchess

v Lyonnaise

v Normande

v Chateau

v Anna

v Maitre d’hotel

             Rice…

v Pilaf

v Wild and long grain rice

v Creole

v Chinese fried

v Croquettes

v Fritters

v Risotto- all varieties

Please inquire if additional selections are desired.



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Call us ~ 630.671.1850 ~ Email us 

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Buffet Menu Suggestions

Developed Exclusively by Chef Kelly Fisher - Buffet popularity over the years has given Classic Cuisines Catering an opportunity to creatively provide affordable,thematic, simplified ways to serve a variety of wonderful food items.

(Minimum 15 guests per selection unless otherwise specified)

Buffet pricing is per person, and includes: all service and display ware, as well as premium disposables.

The selections below are vast - enjoy!

Breakfast Buffets: Start your day the right way!

1.Continental:

Assorted freshly baked muffins, danish, and croissants, served with sweet creamery butter and a variety of jellies, as well as assorted fresh fruit juices. 4.95

2. Continental Supreme:

A variety of freshly baked muffins, danish, croissants, fruit breads, scones, and bagels, served with sweet creamery butter, jellies, and cream cheeses. Served with sliced fresh seasonal fruit and a variety of fruit juices. Includes gourmet coffee and tea service. 7.95

3. Bagel Bar:

A variety of freshly baked bagels served with an assortment of cream cheeses (plain, strawberry, garden vegetable and low-fat). Also served with fresh whole fruit, and a variety of different fruit juices. 4.45

4. Yogurt Bar:

A variety of flavored yogurts served with assorted toppings (granola, raisins, coconut, strawberries, and bananas. Also served with freshly baked zucchini bread and a range of fruit juices. 5.25

5. Hot Croissant Egg Sandwiches:

Light and airy, freshly baked, extra large butter croissants filled with fluffy scrambled eggs, smoked ham, and aged cheddar cheese. Served with seasoned breakfast potatoes, freshly baked cinnamon buns, and a variety of fruit juices. 8.90

6. Egg and Vegetable Casserole:

Seasoned and combined with fresh mushrooms, onions, and green peppers. Accompanied by country hash brown potatoes with onions, and a range of fruit juices. 7.25

7. Breakfast Quiche:

A variety of homemade quiche, including: fresh vegetables, broccoli and aged cheddar, and Lorraine swiss. Served with freshly baked cream scones and seasonal fresh fruit, as well as a range of fruit juices. 8.90

8. Breakfast Blintzes:

Blueberry, strawberry, cherry, or cheese blintzes with fresh croissants and scones. Also an elaborate fruit display, assorted juices, and coffee service. 9.00

9. Breakfast Frittata:

Choose bacon, sausage, mushroom, aged cheddar, or spinach (or any combination of those). Accompanied by homemade breakfast potatoes, assorted juices, and coffee service. 8.90

10. Breakfast Burritos:

Scrambled eggs, link sausage, red peppers, green onions, and aged cheddar cheese wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Served with biscuits, an elaborate fruit display, assorted juices, and coffee service. 8.10

11. Pancake Buffet:

Fluffy buttermilk pancakes served with sweet creamery butter, fresh maple syrup, and blueberry and strawberry toppings. A variety of fruit juices will be served as well. 8.00

12. Southwestern Skillet:

Scrambled eggs, ham, peppers, red onions, and aged cheddar, served on a bed of homemade breakfast potatoes. With assorted juices and coffee service. 8.50

13. Breakfast Stuffed Baked Potatoes:

Hand selected, large baked potatoes, hollowed and filled with a mixture of fluffy scrambled eggs, diced ham, sautéed onions, seasoned home fried potatoes, and aged cheddar cheese. Served with a variety of fruit juices. 7.95

Add:

Scrambled eggs, center cut crisp bacon, premium country sausage links and seasoned homed fries to a continental breakfast. 5.25

Add:

Center cut crisp bacon or premium country sausage links to any breakfast. 2.50

Ask about:

Chef prepared omelets, frittata, crepes, and more!

*Egg substitutes and vegetarian options are always available.

Signature Sandwich Buffets:

14. Deli Counter:

Freshly sliced tender roast beef, smoked pit ham, and turkey breast, with mild cheddar, Monterey jack, and swiss cheeses. Served with fresh assorted breads, lettuce, tomato, sweet creamery butter, and condiments. Choose any two salads from our cold fresh salad selection and enjoy a homemade brownie for dessert. 8.95

15. Assorted Sandwich Board:

An assortment of freshly prepared sandwiches including turkey and Monterey jack, smoked ham and swiss, and roast beef with sharp cheddar. All sandwiches are served on fresh Turano breads and include: fresh lettuce, tomato, and herbed mayonnaise. Choose any one salad from our cold fresh salad selection and enjoy an assortment of homemade cookies for dessert. 7.75

16. Gourmet Sandwich Board:

Hand carved sandwiches including: roast sirloin, turkey breast, smoked pit ham, homemade tuna salad, grilled vegetables, and domestic and imported cheeses. Also served with fresh lettuce, tomato, and herbed mayonnaise, on Turano breads. Choose any two salads from our cold fresh salad selection and enjoy lemon bars for dessert. 9.25

17. Gourmet Boxed Lunch:

Your choice of any of our made to order gourmet sandwiches; with fresh fruit, chips and a chocolate brownie. Also select one salad from our cold fresh salad selection. All served in an attractive and sturdy closed box. Perfect for the busy family on the go. 9.75

18. Philly Steak Sandwich:

Delicious Philly beef steak with grilled onions and Monterey jack cheese on a French loaf. Accompanied by a dill pickle wedge, gourmet potato salad and cherry pie for dessert. 8.40

19. Open Faced Roast Beef:

Sliced, center cut roast beef with Merlot reduction sauce, served on open face sourdough bread. Also accompanied by fresh dilled carrots and apple cobbler for dessert. 9.75

20. Rib Eye Sandwich:

Hand cut rib eye steak, seasoned and grilled to perfection. Served on a sourdough roll with a touch of horseradish cream, grilled onions, and cheddar cheese. Served with a bean salad with rice, fresh vegetables, corn and cilantro, and chocolate pecan tartlets for dessert. 10.55

21. Pulled Pork Sandwich:

Start with a tossed green salad with assorted dressings. Our famous pulled pork sandwich is accompanied by sour cream and dill potato salad, grilled vegetables, and assorted sweets. 9.50

22. BBQ Chicken Sandwich:

Moist and tender, grilled, boneless skinless chicken breast with caramelized onions and cheddar cheese. Served on a fresh Kaiser roll with lettuce, tomato, sliced dill pickle wedge, and chipotle mayonnaise. Also accompanied by home style potato wedges and hot apple crisp for dessert. 8.25


Sandwich and Wrap Boards

(Fifteen guests minimum, please.)

Choose any three signature sandwiches…

:: Vegetarian Delights - A generous amount of humus with cucumber slices, sliced red onion, tomato, and sprouts served on a multi-grain bread.

:: Louisiana Chicken - Cajun style chicken breast served with a honey mustard on a croissant.

:: Curry Chicken Salad - White meat chicken, cashews, in a light curry and lime mayonnaise. Served on a multi-grain bread.

:: Egg Salad - Eggs tossed with finely chopped red onions, spinach, sprouts, celery, served on sourdough.

:: French Classic - A generous portion of herbed brie cheese and tomatoes on French baguette.

:: Classic Greek - Fresh leaf spinach, feta cheese, Greek olives, red onions, cucumbers, and tomatoes in a lemon vinaigrette served in a pita.

:: Italian Classic - Salami, mozzarella, roasted peppers, and pesto, served on focaccia.

:: Chicken and Honey - Honey glazed roasted chicken breast with rosemary and mushrooms served on sourdough.

:: Grilled Vegetable Sandwich - Featuring eggplant, zucchini, sweet roasted red onion, portabella mushrooms, pesto mayonnaise, and Monterey Jack cheese on toasted herb bread.

:: Tuna Salad - Albacore tuna with roasted sunflower seeds, sprouts, cucumbers and celery on sourdough bread.

:: Oven Fresh Roast Beef - Roast beef with lettuce, tomato, cheddar cheese on sourdough bread.

:: Roasted Turkey - Roasted turkey with lettuce, tomato, Monterey jack cheese on whole wheat bread.

:: Smoked Pit Ham - Smoked pit ham with lettuce, tomato, Swiss cheese on light rye bread.

Or Choose any three signature wraps…

:: Chicken Caesar - Tender chicken breast slices with lettuce, tomatoes, and creamy Caesar dressing

:: Chicken Chipotle - Tender chicken breast slices with lettuce, tomatoes, and chipotle mayonnaise

:: Classic club - Turkey, tomato, lettuce, herbed mayo, and thick cut bacon. An old favorite in a new form.

:: Smoked ham- Smoked pit ham, with lettuce, and Dijon mayonnaise.

:: Mediterranean - Fresh leafy spinach, with chicken breast slices, feta crumbles, and a balsamic vinaigrette dressing.

:: Grilled sirloin - With lettuce, tomato, and wasabi mayonnaise.

:: Grilled vegetables - Includes grilled marinated vegetables, and fresh lettuce.

:: Ahi tuna steak ( Add 1.00 ) - With lettuce, tomato, and horseradish cream sauce.

:: Buffalo Chicken- With shredded lettuce and bleu cheese dipping sauce

Then choose any two salads from our cold, fresh salad menu, and receive a complimentary assorted sweet tray.

Sandwich Board: 9.20 per person
( to make any sandwich a wrap, please add 0.75 )

Wrap Platter: 9.50 per person

Don’t forget the sodas! 0.85 per can

Bottled Water: 1.25 per bottle

Anyone for coffee? 1.25 per person

Chicken Buffets: Any way you like it!

23. Grilled Chicken:

Moist and tender, grilled boneless skinless chicken breast seasoned with garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Served with a baby field green salad with low-fat raspberry vinaigrette dressing and a low-fat pound cake for dessert. 8.75

24. Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast:

Moist and tender, grilled, boneless skinless chicken breast, seasoned and served with roasted shallot and garlic mashed potatoes. Also served with grilled vegetables, baby field green salad with raspberry vinaigrette dressing, and assorted rolls with sweet creamery butter. Enjoy decadent fudge brownies for dessert. 8.90

25. Baked Stuffed Chicken Breast:

Moist and tender, baked boneless chicken breast, seasoned and stuffed with artichoke hearts and sun-dried tomatoes. Accompanied by angel hair pasta with portabella mushrooms and tomatoes, Caesar salad with homemade croutons and creamy dressing, fresh ginger carrots, and garlic parmesan bread. Enjoy tiramisu for dessert. 13.95

26. Lemon Pepper Chicken:

Moist and tender, grilled, boneless skinless chicken breast seasoned with lemon and pepper. Traditional salad with assorted dressings, as well as fresh steamed asparagus, wild and long grain rice, assorted rolls and sweet creamery butter. Enjoy an assorted sweet tray for dessert. 10.50

27. Chicken Piccatta:

Moist and tender, boneless chicken breast in lemon caper sauce. Served with green peas, Caesar salad (including homemade croutons and fresh creamy dressing), and assorted rolls with sweet creamery butter. Choose one salad from our cold salad selection, and enjoy delicious Italian finger cookies for dessert. 10.45

28. Chicken Tetrazzini:

Moist and tender, boneless chicken breast, seasoned with fresh herb white cream sauce celery, carrots, onions, and set atop a bed of wide egg noodles. Also served with dilled carrots, traditional spinach salad (including hard boiled eggs, homemade croutons, and warm bacon dressing), assorted rolls with sweet creamery butter and sweets for dessert. 11.25

29. Chicken Marsala:

Moist and tender, boneless chicken breast, seasoned with sweet mushroom marsala sauce and served atop a bed of garlic basil linguine. Also includes baby field green salad with raspberry vinaigrette, sautéed zucchini, assorted rolls with sweet creamery butter, and tiramisu for dessert. 10.45

30. Chicken Teriyaki:

Moist and tender, boneless chicken breast, seasoned with teriyaki sauce. Served with sesame orange spiced rice, oriental vegetable medley, traditional salad with assorted dressings, a variety of rolls with sweet creamery butter, and a sinful almond mousse for dessert. 10.45

31. "Catkins" Approved Buffet:

For your guests watching their carbs, tossed green salad with bacon, cucumbers, and cheese, grilled chicken breast, green beans with almonds, Zucchini frittata, and ricotta crème for dessert. 10.45

Add any homemade soup:

Selections include: Chicken noodle, chicken bow-tie, beef barley, vegetable, minestrone, baked French onion, cream of potato, cream of broccoli, cream of cauliflower, cream of chicken, Manhattan and New England clam chowder, roasted corn chowder, tomato, and tortilla. 2.75

Around the World in 80 Buffets: Well, really only 11.

32. Spanish Tapas:

Traditional small dishes to share: eggplant salad, bacon wrapped dates in red pepper sauce, fresh garlic potato salad, vegetable empanadas, chicken and vegetable brochettes, and flan for dessert. 13.65

33. Polish Buffet:

Start with a tossed green salad with assorted dressings. Cheese pierogi, sautéed Polish sausage with homemade sauerkraut, string beans with vodka vinaigrette, and chocolate babka for dessert. 9.75

34. Mediterranean Buffet:

From the seaside: baba ghanoush, ratatouille, grilled balsamic flank steak, grilled assorted squash, and baklava for dessert. 14.25

35. Eggplant Parmesan:

One of our favorites! Grilled and breaded eggplant, fried and smothered in homemade marinara. Accompanied by our fantastic Caesar salad with homemade croutons, garlic parmesan bread, grilled marinated vegetables, and assorted desserts. 8.35

36. Baked Lasagna:

Choose meat or vegetarian lasagna. Served with fresh Caesar salad (including homemade croutons and creamy dressing), garlic parmesan bread, and tiramisu for dessert. 9.35

37. Fettuccini Chicken Alfredo:

Moist and tender, boneless skinless chicken breast and fresh sautéed spinach, served over fettuccini noodles with our creamy Alfredo sauce. Also accompanied by a Caesar salad with homemade croutons and creamy dressing, marinated vegetables, cheese garlic bread and freshly baked cookies for dessert. 8.85

38. Ravioli:

Choose either cheese filling, meat filling, or a combination of the two. Served with a baby field green salad with raspberry vinaigrette dressing, sautéed Italian vegetables, traditional garlic bread, and one of your choice from our homemade dessert selections. 8.35

39. Garlic Ginger Beef:

Garlic ginger beef served with crisp oriental vegetables, steamed long grain rice, vegetable egg rolls, along with fortune and almond cookies for dessert. 8.10

40. Sweet and Sour Chicken:

Moist and tender chicken breast breaded, with sweet & sour sauce, steamed long grain rice, bok choy with snow peas, water chestnuts, julienne carrots, cherry tomatoes, spring rolls, and crushed peanuts sautéed in soy sauce and sesame oil. Enjoy fortune cookies and almond cookies for dessert. 8.10

41. Teriyaki Chicken or Beef:

Choose either moist and tender chicken breast or fresh cut skirt steak. Both include fried rice, crab Rangoon, and fortune and almond cookies for dessert. 8.90

42. Thai Marinated Chicken or Beef:

Choose either moist and tender chicken breast or fresh cut skirt steak. Both are served on a bed of basil rice noodles in a lemon grass coconut milk broth, and accompanied by sautéed broccoli, sautéed red peppers, and vegetable egg rolls. Enjoy rice pudding for dessert. 10.50

Home Sweet Home:

43. Dinner at Mom’s:

Mom’s very own meatloaf, green bean casserole, mashed potatoes with sour cream, homemade macaroni and cheese, rolls with sweet creamery butter, and apple pie for dessert. Just like home! 9.75

44. Chicago, Chicago:

Sliced, seasoned Italian beef with roasted onions and peppers on fresh bread. Also accompanied by a "Build Your Own" Chicago Style hotdog station, deep dish pizza, rolls and sweet creamery butter, and appropriate condiments. Choose any two salads from our cold fresh salad selections and any one dessert from our dessert selections. 12.50

45. Southwestern Fajita Fiesta:

Select either chicken, fresh cut skirt steak, or a combination of the two. All selections are marinated and tossed with sautéed red onions and a variety of peppers. Served with warm flour tortillas, Spanish rice, refried beans, homemade guacamole and salsa, shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar, sour cream, sliced jalapeno peppers, and lime wedges. Enjoy cinnamon crisp and homemade cookies for dessert. 13.95

46. Build Your Own Tacos and Burritos:

Lean freshly ground beef, seasoned refried beans, warm flour tortillas, hand fried flour tortilla shells, Spanish rice, and roasted corn and bean salad. Also includes homemade guacamole and salsa, shredded lettuce, sour cream, shredded cheddar, freshly sliced jalapeno peppers, and lime wedges. Enjoy Mexican pudding for dessert. 9.65

47. Quesadilla Buffet:

Gourmet quesadillas in warm grilled flour tortillas with a variety of fillings: Smoked gouda & caramelized onions, Potatoes with Chihuahua cheese & mushrooms, Smoked chicken and cheddar, Ground beef and fresco cheese. Accompanied by homemade guacamole and salsa, sour cream, fresh sliced jalapeno peppers, and caramel custard flan for dessert. 9.65

48. Andouille Sausage:

Fresh New Orleans style Andouille sausage, and red beans & rice. Served with green onion and smoked cheddar corn muffins, and chocolate fudge brownies for dessert. 7.25

49. Shrimp Jambalaya:

Mildly seasoned, fresh jumbo tiger shrimp, made with Creole ham, red & green peppers, and okra in a rich tomato broth with long grain rice. Served with homemade corn and cheddar muffins, and chocolate truffles for dessert. 10.25

50. Cajun Rib Eye Sandwich:

Hand cut rib eye steak dredged in Cajun spices and grilled to perfection. Served on a sourdough roll with mild cheddar and touch of horseradish cream. Also accompanied by a salad of rice, black beans, fresh vegetables, corn, and cilantro. Enjoy chocolate pecan tartlets for dessert. 11.50

51. Grilled Salmon:

Large, 5oz. freshly grilled Alaskan salmon filets, with dill lime buerre blanc, parmesan tomato crisp, fresh steamed asparagus, and low-fat fruit tarts for dessert. 11.25

52. Luau Buffet:

Begin with a baby field green salad and raspberry vinaigrette dressing. Then, pineapple glazed pork loin, rice pilaf with dilled carrots, coconut sweet potato soufflé, and a beautiful tropical fruit display. 10.50

53. Soul Food Buffet:

A hearty buffet beginning with smothered pork chops, and moving on to black eyed peas, creamy coleslaw with bacon, and homemade buttermilk biscuits. Finished off nicely with a serving of banana pudding. 11.25

Potato Favorites:

54. Baked Potato Bar:

Hand selected, large baked potatoes served with the following toppings: sautéed mushrooms, broccoli, freshly grated cheeses, sour cream, scallions, and margarine. (Low-fat toppings also available.) Enjoy a fresh fruit salad for dessert. 7.50

55. Mashed Potato Bar:

Traditional or roasted garlic mashed potatoes. Build your own gourmet mashed potato feast with the following options: morel mushroom sauce, pancetta cracklins, assorted imported and domestic cheeses, chives, and sour cream. Enjoy an assorted sweet tray for dessert. 7.95

Good Old Fashioned Barbeque Buffets:
Drop-off or Full-service* Buffets

All barbeque buffets include: Cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and condiments. Also accompanied by premium disposable plates, napkins, and silverware, as well as an assortment of soft drinks.

BBQ Menu 1:

Moist and tender barbeque chicken and juicy hamburgers. Served with homemade creamy coleslaw, sour cream & dill potato salad, and assorted rolls and breads. 9.75

BBQ Menu 2:

Grilled barbeque chicken breast, juicy hamburgers, and beef hot dogs. Served with homemade creamy coleslaw, sour cream & dill potato salad, assorted relish tray, and a variety of rolls and breads. 12.95

BBQ Menu 3:

Moist and tender barbeque chicken, 1/3 lb. juicy hamburgers, and Sheboygan style bratwurst. Served with creamy or orange poppy seed coleslaw, sour cream & dill potato salad, assorted breads and rolls, and freshly made cookies and brownies for dessert. 15.95

BBQ Menu 4:

Captain Kurt’s Kansas barbeque baby back ribs, marinated moist and tender barbeque chicken, 1/3lb. juicy hamburgers, and Sheboygan style bratwurst. Served with homemade creamy or orange poppy seed coleslaw, sour cream & dill potato salad, marinated grilled vegetable pasta salad, fresh corn on the cob, seasonal fresh fruit, and a variety of breads and rolls. Also includes assorted relish trays and assorted sweet trays. 22.50

*Full service buffets require chef time, please ask about our rates.



Chef Kelly Fisher ~ Classic Cuisines Catering ~ THIS is what we do.
Call us ~ 630.671.1850 ~ Email us 

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klh 10/2007