CONFERENCE MENU 2012
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OVERVIEW
Laissez-faire Catering • T 02 9209 4810 • E [email protected] • www.laissez.com.au
At Laissez-faire we are committed to sourcing the best single ingredients available at the right time from the right supplier, and maximising our purpose-build kitchens and team of chefs to best utilise each of those raw ingredients.
We work with premium and local seafood and beef suppliers, artisan cheese producers and quality local fruit and vegetable growers to develop inspiring, seasonal driven menus that will bring the best produce to your table.
Our food and beverage team passionately believe that food and wine are fundamental to the success of any event large or small, and is committed to providing an unforgettable experience though innovative and creative cuisine, and outstanding service.
Our team has enjoyed creating this menu and beverage selection for your next event and we look forward to working with you during the year.
This menu collection includes:
Breakfast Morning and Afternoon Tea Working Lunch Packed Lunch All Day Conference All Day Conference Executive Post Conference - Canapés and Drinks
Please note that prices throughout this menu are per person and inclusive of GST.
For a tailored package or further information please contact:
Laissez-faire Catering
T: 02 9209 4810E: [email protected]: www.laissez.com.au
Suite 8002, 2 Locomotive StreetAustralian Technology ParkEveleigh NSW 2015
BREAKFAST
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Gluten-free and other dietary needs can be catered for upon request - please ask your Event Manager Please note menus one, two and three are served as a stand-up buffet. Menu four is served as a sit down table buffetStaff and equipment charges apply, ask our office for a detailed quote
MENU ONE
Freshly baked low fat muffins
Smoked salmon and cream cheese bagels
Seasonal fruit platter
Fresh orange juice and still water
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
HOT OPTIONS
Turkish eggs - poached eggs and baba ghanoush on grilled Turkish bread
Chorizo, potato, marjoram and cheese omelette on sourdough toast
Seared double smoked ham with pesto infused fluffy eggs on five grain high top loaf
Tasmanian smoked salmon with scrambled eggs served on toasted rye bread
Simple bacon and eggs, sautéed mushrooms on toasted soft wood fired bread
Mushroom and cheese omelette on sourdough toast
MENU TWO
Freshly baked Danish pastries
Bite size warm ham and Swiss cheese croissants
Seasonal fresh fruit skewers
Fresh orange juice and still water
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
MENU FOUR
Toasted fruit muesli cup, low fat yoghurt, fresh berries
Please select one hot option from the list
Fresh orange juice and still water
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
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MORNING AND AFTERNOON TEA
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Assorted Danish pastries Assorted freshly baked low fat muffins Banana bread with cinnamon ricotta Bancha slice – vegan (Bancha tea, apples, figs, oranges, sultanas, raisins) BLT - bacon, lettuce, tomato and avocado Cannoli with ricotta and lemon Chocolate mud cake Fresh fruit salad with low fat yoghurt Fresh seasonal fruit skewers with vanilla and mint glaze Ham and cheese quiche Ham and swiss cheese croissant Herb scones with chive mascarpone House made scones with raspberry jam and chantilly cream Mini friands (GF) Muesli bars – yoghurt and choc top Selection of assorted premium biscuits Spinach and feta muffins
Any two items Any three items
Morning and afternoon teas are served with organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Beverages only – per person Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas with fresh orange and apple juice Fresh orange juice and mineral water
Hire a commercial “Espresso Machine” and serve macchiatos to cappuccinos Juice station – for a real pick me up during the day, your colleagues will enjoy juices from a range of fresh ingredients.
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WORKING LUNCH
Gluten-free and other dietary needs can be catered for upon request - please ask your Event ManagerMinimum 30 guests and all prices are listed per person - Staff charges will apply if your event numbers are less than the minimum required
MENU ONE
Selection of gourmet rolls with a variety of fillings
Fresh seasonal fruit platter
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Fresh orange juice and mineral water
MENU FOUR
Selection of gourmet rolls with a variety of fillings
Persian meatballs in a tomato, split pea and saffron sauce
Risotto of chestnut, enoki and swiss brown mushrooms topped with freshly shaved pecorino
Fresh seasonal fruit platter
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Fresh orange juice and mineral water
MENU TWO
Selection of tortilla wraps with a variety of fillings
Peri Peri marinated chicken skewers
Classic ceasar salad with garlic croutons
Fresh seasonal fruit platter
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Fresh orange juice and mineral water
MENU THREE
Selection of gourmet rolls with a variety of fillings
Assorted sushi rolls with soy sauce, wasabi and pickled ginger
Wild rocket, roasted roma tomato, shaved pecorino cheese, balsamic and honey dressing
Fresh seasonal fruit platter
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Fresh orange juice and mineral water
HAVE YOU CONSIDERED?
Juice Station – squeeze the most out of your group
For a real pick me up during the day, your colleagues will enjoy juices from a range of fresh ingredients.
Our staff will be on hand to inform of all thebenefits from natural extracts such as wheatgrass and ginseng.
PACKED LUNCH
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MENU ONE
Tortilla wrap - herb marinated chicken breast with avocado and salad
Golden pumpkin and feta risotto cake topped with lime aioli
Blueberry friand
Selection of bottled 300ml orange juice or 500ml still water
MENU FOUR
Herb focaccia - goat’s cheese and roasted marinated Mediterranean vegetables
Spinach and ricotta roll
Deluxe cookies
Selection of bottled 300ml orange juice or 500ml still water
MENU TWO
Cantina roll - smoked leg ham, avocado, olive tapenade and semi-dried tomatoes
Spanish frittata of potato, rosemary and red bell pepper
Tasty cheese, dried fruit and water crackers
Selection of bottled 300ml orange juice or 500ml still water
Please note that each packed lunch selection requires a minimum order. Gluten-free and other dietary needs can be catered for upon request - please ask your Event Manager. Minimum 30 guests and all prices are listed per person - Staff charges will apply if your event numbers are less than the minimum required
HAVE YOU CONSIDERED?
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas are available
MENU THREE
Panini roll - chicken schnitzel, bacon, lettuce and a caesar dressing
Caramelised onion, tomato, basil, goat’s cheese quiche
Muesli bar
Selection of bottled 300ml orange juice or 500ml still water
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ALL DAY CONFERENCE
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MENU ONE
On arrival freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Morning tea with assorted freshly baked low fat muffins
Lunch - selection of tortilla wraps with a variety of fillings
Lamb and herbs pies
Rigatoni pasta with pesto sauce, fresh mushrooms and green beans
Seasonal fruit platter
Afternoon tea with chocolate mud cake
MENU FOUR
On arrival freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas Morning tea with herb scones, chive mascarpone and Danish pastries
Lunch - assorted finger sandwiches with a variety of fillings
Malay style chicken skewers, marinated in spices and lemongrass, served with roasted peanut sauce
Swiss brown mushroom and leek risotto
Salad of yellow grape tomatoes, snow peas, red capsicum and mint
Seasonal fruit platter
Afternoon tea with healthy bars
MENU TWO
On arrival freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Morning tea with banana bread and cinnamon ricotta
Lunch - assorted lavosh wraps and rolls with a variety of fillings
Thai beef rice-paper rolls with sweet chilli and coriander sauce
Asian slaw of red cabbage, carrot, onion and fennel
Seasonal fruit platter
Afternoon tea with a selection of our signature macaroons
MENU THREE
On arrival freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Morning tea with house made scones with raspberry jam and chantilly cream
Lunch - assorted rolls with a variety of fillings
Grated zucchini and parmesan frittata
Asparagus, baby spinach, capers and mire poix red peppers with balsamic vinaigrette
Seasonal fruit platter
Afternoon tea with assorted cookies
ALL MENUS INCLUDE
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Fresh orange juice and mineral water
Gluten-free and other dietary needs can be catered for upon request - please ask your Event ManagerMinimum 30 guests and all prices are listed per person - Staff charges will apply if your event numbers are less than the minimum required
ALL DAY CONFERENCE EXECUTIVE
Laissez-faire Catering • T 02 9209 4810 • E [email protected] • www.laissez.com.au
Gluten-free and other dietary needs can be catered for upon request - please ask your Event ManagerMinimum 30 guests and all prices are listed per person - Staff charges will apply if your event numbers are less than the minimum required
ALL MENUS
Are served as a stand up buffet Can be served as a sit-down lunchsurcharges will apply
MENU ONE
On arrival freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Fresh orange juice and iced water
Morning tea with Danish pastries and warm croissant of leg ham and vintage cheddar
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Fresh orange juice and iced water
Lunch - tagine of lamb shoulder, salted lime couscous
Linguine with cherry tomatoes, ricotta and parmesan
Roasted pumpkin, eggplant and bean salad
Caesar salad with smoked chicken breast and parmesan wafers
Fresh seasonal fruit platters
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Fresh orange juice and iced water
Afternoon tea with lamingtons
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Fresh orange juice and iced water
MENU TWO
On arrival freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas Fresh orange juice and iced water
Morning tea with baker’s selection of spinach and feta muffins and fruit friands
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Fresh orange juice and iced water
Lunch - crispy skin salmon, crushed kipfler potatoes, sauce bribiche
Risotto with italian porcini, asparagus, parmesan
Roasted pumpkin and lemon couscous
Cannellini bean and cherry tomato salad
Fresh seasonal fruit platters
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Fresh orange juice and iced water
Afternoon tea with raisin scones with organic preserve and Devonshire cream
Freshly brewed organic and sustainable coffee with a selection of fine teas
Fresh orange juice and iced water
POST CONFERENCE CANAPES AND DRINKS
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MENU ONE
Mediterranean Antipasto Selection of freshly sliced cured meats, marinated Kalamata and Sicilian olives, oven roasted tomatoes, chargrilled capsicums
Andrew Peace Masterpiece Sauvignon Blanc
Andrew Peace Masterpiece Cabernet Merlot
Regular and Light beer
Orange juice and mineral water
Service duration: 30 minutes only
MENU TWO
Mediterranean Antipasto Selection of freshly sliced cured meats, marinated Kalamata and Sicilian olives, oven roasted tomatoes, chargrilled capsicums
Tortine di ossobuco (Mini osso buco pie)
Tortine di pollo e porro (Mini chicken and leek pie)
Andrew Peace Masterpiece Sauvignon Blanc
Andrew Peace Masterpiece Cabernet Merlot
Regular and Light beer
Orange juice and mineral water
Service duration: 1 hour only
Must be taken in conjunction with a conference packageGluten-free and other dietary needs can be catered for upon request - please ask your Event ManagerMinimum 30 guests and all prices are listed per person - Staff charges will apply if your event numbers are less than the minimum required
Laissez-faire Catering • T 02 9209 4810 • E [email protected] • www.laissez.com.au
GENERAL INFORMATION
Laissez-faire Catering • T 02 9209 4810 • E [email protected] • www.laissez.com.au
CATERING REQUIREMENTS Your Event Manager will discuss with you your catering requirements, ideally three weeks prior to your event. At this time if you have any special requirements please let us know. Additional charges may apply for some dietary requirements. An Event order will be produced outlining the catering and associated services required for your event. CONFIRMATION OF NUMBERS To ensure the success of your event, we ask that you indicate the approximate number of guests seven days prior to your function. The guaranteed number of guests is required five working days prior to your function. This is the minimum number for which you will be charged. SURCHARGES • Continuous tea and coffee is available and pricing is on request • For functions with fewer than 30 guests additional staff charges will apply • To allow sit-down with any stand-up only/buffet menu an extra $5.00 will apply per person • Functions held on weekends and public holidays will incur additional staff charges PLEASE DISCUSS WITH YOUR EVENT MANAGER • Functions finishing after midnight will incur a labour levy of $3.50 per guest per hour after midnight • Menus served with “alternate choice” will incur a surcharge of $5.00 per course per guest • All surcharges are based on the minimum number provided five days prior to your function • Please note we will cater for approximately 10% of minimum numbers as vegetarian INFORMATION We can tailor our food to suits the needs of your event. Please discuss your food and beverage ideas with your Event Manager. Due to health and safety issues, all food and beverages remain the property of the caterer and can not be taken away by the client after an event.
Menus are priced on a per person basis. All menus stipulate minimum numbers; please consult your Event Manager for functions with fewer guests. Other charges may apply. Menu prices are effective to 1st January 2013, but we reserve the right to change prices if affected by extreme market conditions and seasonality. All menu prices are inclusive GST
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