INTERNATIONAL BUFFETMENUS

CORAL INTERNATIONAL BUFFET MENU

Minimum of 100 guests

COLD STARTERS AND SALADS

Chicken, Avocado and Mango SaladHerb-marinated and slow-cooked chicken breast, avocado and mango

Teriyaki Beef and Wild Mushroom SaladMarinated teriyaki beef, wild mushrooms, spring onion

Tomato and Mozzarella SaladCherry tomato, bocconcini, fresh basil pesto

Potato SaladSlow-cooked potato, crispy bacon, mustard dressing

HummusA classic Middle Eastern dip of chickpeas, tahini paste, olive oil

MoutabalLebanese smoked aubergine purée, grilled eggplant, tahini paste, garlic

TabboulehTraditional Levantine salad, bourghul, tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice

Vine LeavesStuffed Arabian grape leaves, rice, tomatoes, green onion, mint,parsley, olive oil, lemon juice

Selection of freshly baked International bread rolls & Arabic bread

LIVE STATION

Mediterranean Salad BarOak leaves, radicchio, frisée, romaine, iceberg Lettuce, marinated onion, tomato, artichoke, fresh cucumber, carrot, celery, green chili, mustard and vinaigrette, thousand island dressing

SOUP STATION

Lentil SoupCrisp bread, garlic croutons, fresh lemon

HOT SELECTIONS

Corn-Fed ChickenGrilled chicken breast, eggplant, mushrooms, rosemary jus

Garlic PrawnsSautéed prawns, caramelized onion, carrot purée, fresh herbs

Grilled Tenderloin Grilled beef with braised shallots, creamy green pepper sauce

Pan-Fried Fish TrevallyPan-fried orange spotted trevally with capers and olive butter

Lamb OssobucoBraised lamb with carrot, potato, onion

Spinach RavioliFontina cheese, caramelized sunflower seeds, balsamic vinegar reduction

MellanzaniLayers of roasted eggplant, tomato sauce, parmesan cheese

Steamed RiceCooked with vegetable stock

DESSERTS

Raspberry Crème BruléeCaramelized custard and raspberryMoist Tainori Chocolate CakeChocolate biscuit, praline mousseline, chocolate creamDulcey Chocolate CremeuxValrhona dulcey chocolate cream, almond crumblePhiladelphia CheesecakeTraditional vanilla cheesecake, cookie crumb baseBlueberry Panna Cotta Italian style custard, crème fresh, blueberries MahalabiyaRose milk pudding, pistachios, rose jellyUm AliPuff pastry soaked and baked in sweet milk with raisins and nutsSeasonal Fruits Watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, mixed berries, grapes

BEVERAGES

Fresh fruit juices Soft drinks Freshly brewed coffee, decaffeinated coffee Selection of Ritz-Carlton tea and herbal infusion Mineral water

PEARL INTERNATIONAL BUFFET MENUMinimum of 100 guests

PASS AROUND HORS D’OEUVRES

Grilled Vegetables ConesOlive cones, grilled vegetables, goat cheese

Smoked Salmon ToastCarquinyolis toast, smoked salmon, pesto cream

Hot Maki CrabScallops, green caviar

COLD STARTERS AND SALADS

HummusA classic Middle Eastern dip of chickpeas, tahini paste, olive oil

TabboulehTraditional levantine salad, burghul, tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice

Baba Ganouj Levantine aubergine dip, grilled eggplant, onion, tomato, parsley, mint

Vine LeavesStuffed Arabian grape leaves, rice, tomatoes, green onion, mint, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice

Grilled Squids SaladFresh grilled squids, fresh vegetables, coriander leaves, chili and herbs

Achari MurghMarinated slow-cooked chicken, pickling spices

Southwest Blackened Beef SaladCajun marinated beef, vegetables, black beans, corn, jalapeno peppers, citrus dressing

Goat Cheese SaladCherry tomatoes, crumbled goat cheese, baby rocket leaves

Grilled Prawns - Mango SaladGrilled prawns, sweet mango, cilantro dressing

Smoked Chicken and Artichoke SaladSmoked chicken, artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, Italian dressing

Tuna Nicoise SaladPepper-seared tuna, nicoise vegetables, soft boiled quail egg

Grilled Vegetables SaladChargrilled fresh vegetables, balsamic vinaigrette

Selection of Freshly baked International bread rolls & Arabic bread

SOUP STATION

BouillabaisseCreamy lobster soup, crispy bread

HOT SELECTIONS

Seafood Mixed GrillMarinated in traditional Arabic flavors, scallops, tiger prawns, sea bass

Thyme Chicken BreastPeanut crusted chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, thyme jus

Roasted Beef TenderloinBeef filet with wild forest mushroom cream, fingerling potato

Grilled Hammour Grilled fish with lemon butter sauce

Roasted PotatoesRosemary, thyme

Saffron RiceSaffron bouillon, roasted pine nuts, chopped pistachios

Vegetables SaloonaFresh vegetables stew, Arabic spices, tomato sauce

LIVE STATIONS

Roasted Lamb LegsRoast lamb legs marinated with garlic and fresh herbs

Pasta Selection of pastas and saucesMushrooms, sundried tomatoes, sweet corn, veal bacon, pesto, parmesan cheese, chili flakes, oregano

DESSERTS

Tahitian Vanilla Crème BruléeBaked vanilla custard

Litchi Lime Pavlova Crisp lime meringues, litchi and raspberry confit,vanilla chantilly

Moist Tainory Chocolate CakeChocolate biscuit, chocolate cream, praline mousseline

Dulcey Chocolate CremeuxValrhona dulcey chocolate cream, almond crumble

Philadelphia CheesecakeTraditional vanilla cheesecake, cookie crumb crust

Key Lime VerineLime flavored curd, crisp coconut meringues

Cheese Kunafa FingersBaked semolina biscuit, rose syrup, Arabic cream cheese

Raspberry OperaLayers of almond cake, raspberry buttercream and chocolate ganache

Gulab JamunKhoya dumplings, cardamom syrup

Seasonal FruitsWatermelon, honeydew, rockmelon, pineapple, mixed berries, grapes

Beverages

Fresh fruit juices Soft drinks Freshly brewed coffee, decaffeinated coffee Selection of Ritz-Carlton tea and herbal infusion Mineral water

DIAMOND BUFFET MENUMinimum of 150 guests

PASS AROUND HORS D’OEUVRES

Gazpacho AndaluzAndalucian tomato soup, croutons, parmesan air

Tuna TatakiSeared tuna tataki, alpha sprout, miso, and wasabi dressing

Smoked Salmon BlinisFresh blinis, smoked salmon tartar, herring caviar

AranciniFried risotto, gorgonzola, peas

COLD STARTERS AND SALADS

Thai Beef SaladThai marinated beef, Asian vegetables, rice puffs,lemongrass, lime red chili dressing

Three Potato SaladThree type of potato with capers, cornichons & pickled onion

Corn and Crab SaladCrab, corn, crunchy vegetables, gherkins, ranch dressing

Flaked Salmon SaladSlow cooked salmon flakes, beans, quail eggs, honey dill mustard dressing

Caesar SaladRomaine hearts, tomato, parmesan, bacon, anchovies, fresh croutons, Caesar dressing

Smoked Duck SaladThin slices of smoked duck, plum, peach, bean sprouts, citrus vinaigrette

Caprese SaladTraditional Italian salad, tomato, buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil pesto

Beetroot SaladSlow roasted beetroot cubes, goat cheese, orange segments

Greek SaladTraditional Greek salad, romaine hearts, grape tomatoes,cucumber, kalamata olives, peppers, onion, Greek vinaigrette

HummusClassic Middle Eastern dip of chickpeas, tahini paste, olive oil

TabboulehTraditional levantine salad, burghul, tomatoes, cucumber, parsley,olive oil, lemon juice

Baba GhanoujLevantine aubergine dip, grilled eggplant, onion,tomato, parsley, mint

Vine LeavesStuffed Arabian grape leaves, rice, tomatoes, green onion, mint, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice

FattoushRefreshing levantine bread salad, romaine lettuce, cucumber, tomato, olive oil, vinegar, sumac, toasted Arabic bread, pomegranate

MoutabalLebanese smoked aubergine purée, grilled eggplant, tahini paste, garlic

Selection of freshly baked International bread rolls & Arabic bread

LIVE STATIONS

Selection of International ChessesLarge variety of cheeses from around the world,grapes, chutney, jams, crackers

SushiSelection of nigri, maki, sashimi, tuna and salmon with traditional condiments

SOUP STATION

Lobster BisqueCreamy lobster soup, crispy bread

Lentil SoupCrisp bread, garlic croutons, fresh lemon

HOT SELECTIONS

Arabic mixed GrillShish taouk, shish kebab, kofta

Butter ChickenChicken tikka, rich tomato gravy

Duck BreastAsian vegetables, orange and mandarin segments lychees

Lamb ChopsSmoked Rack of lamb, eggplant puree, mustard lamb glaze

Garlic PrawnsPrawns sautéed in fresh herbs, caramelized onion, carrot purée

Grilled Beef TenderloinGrilled beef tenderloin Mediterranean peppers, sautéed mixed seasonal wild mushrooms

Pan-Fried SalmonPan-fried salmon comfit fennel, citrus and fine herbs sauce

Moroccan Chicken TagineServed with braised vegetables and green olives

Basmati RicePrepared with vegetable stock

Vegetables LasagnaRoasted vegetables, tomato, fresh pasta, parmesan cheese

LIVE COOKING STATIONS

Beef Rib EyeRoasted peppers, tomatoes, a selection aromatic oils,roasted potatoes

Spanish PaellaMediterranean seafood, vegetarian with mushroom, aioli

DESSERTS

Pistachio White Chocolate Mousse CakePistachio biscuit, white chocolate mousse, apricot jelly

Cherry Rose CremeuxCherry and rose cooked cream, lemon brulée

Jasmine Tea Infused Crème CaramelBaked custard, caramel sauce

Philadelphia CheesecakeClassic vanilla cheesecake, cookie crumb crust

TiramisuCoffee lady fingers, mascarpone cream

Chocolate Pot de CrèmeDark chocolate, caramelized banana

Strawberry TartBaked vanilla tart, fresh strawberries

Raspberry OperaLayers of almond cake, raspberry buttercream and chocolate ga-nache

Key Lime Verine Lime flavored curd, crisp coconut meringues

Ivory Éclair Choux pastry filled with white chocolate pastry cream

Um AliPuff pastry soaked and baked in sweet milk with raisins and nuts

Seasonal FruitsWatermelon, honeydew, rockmelon, pineapple, mixed berries, grapes

Ice Cream Sundae StationSelection of house-made ice cream, chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, fruits sauce, toasted nuts, chocolate shavings, chocolate crunch pearls, sprinkles and crumbles

BEVERAGES

Fresh fruit juices Soft drinks Freshly brewed coffee, decaffeinated coffee Selection of Ritz-Carlton tea and herbal infusion Mineral water