Avon Old Farms Hotel, Food & Beverage Packages

Social Functions - 2007
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The following are selections from our Catering Menus. Please contact our Sales and Catering Office for a complete set of menus. All pricing is on a per guest basis. Please add 18% service charge and 6% Connecticut sales tax.

MORNING REFRESHMENT BREAKS

The Eye Opener - $7.95
Chilled Orange, Grapefruit and Cranberry Juices
An Assortment of Breakfast Pastries
Butter, Preserves and Honey
Freshly Brewed Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee, Tea, Herbal Teas and Hot Chocolate

The Continental - $9.95
Chilled Orange, Grapefruit and Cranberry Juices
Assorted Breakfast Breads, Muffins and Scones
Assorted Bagels with Plain, Light and One Flavored Cream Cheese
Butter, Preserves and Honey
Fresh Fruit Salad
Freshly Brewed Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee, Tea, Herbal Teas and Hot Chocolate

The Old Farms - $12.00 (Minimum of 15 guests)
Chilled Orange, Grapefruit and Cranberry Juices
Assorted Breakfast Breads, Muffins and Scones
Assorted Bagels with Plain, Light and One Flavored Cream Cheese
Butter, Preserves and Honey
Fresh Fruit Salad
Granola and Fruit Yogurt
Hot Breakfast Sandwiches
Assorted Jams and Sweet Butter
Freshly Brewed Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee, Tea, Herbal Teas and Hot Chocolate
Sparkling Mineral Water with Lemon and Lime Slices

BREAKFAST SELECTIONS
(Minimum of 25 Guests)

The Valley Buffet - $16.95
Chilled Orange, Grapefruit and Cranberry Juices
Selection of Cereals
Variety of Fruit Breads and Scones
Bagels and Cream Cheese to include a Chef's Flavored Cream Cheese
Display of Sliced Fresh Fruit
Scrambled Eggs with Fine Herbs
Cinnamon French Toast with Apple Chutney
Breakfast Potatoes
Crisp Bacon and Sausage
Selection of Jams and Sweet Butter
Freshly Brewed Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee, Tea, and Herbal Teas

The Sunshine Buffet - $14.95
Chilled Orange, Grapefruit and Cranberry Juices
Selection of Cereals
Variety of Fruit Breads and Scones
Scrambled Eggs with Fine Herbs
Breakfast Potatoes
Crisp Bacon, Sausage or Ham
Freshly Brewed Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee, Tea and Herbal Teas

BRUNCH - $24.95 (Minimum of 25 Guests)

Assorted Chilled Juices
Fresh Fruit Display
Assortment of Fruit Breads, Scones and Cinnamon Rolls
Bagels and Cream Cheese to include a Chef's Flavored Cream Cheese
Sweet Butter and Fruit Preserves

Entrees (Please Select Three)
Garden Vegetable Quiche
Cinnamon French Toast with Apple Chutney
Cheese Blintzes with Sour Cream and Fruit Sauce
Penne Pasta Tossed with Julienned Vegetables and a Light Alfredo Sauce
Sauteed Chicken and Mushrooms Served in a Marasala Wine Sauce
Baked Stuffed Chicken with Apple Bread Stuffing and Natural Chicken Herb Sauce
Marinated Roasted Salmon Medallions in a Dijon Cream Sauce
Fillet of Sole Stuffed with Spinach and Mushrooms, Toppped with Citrus Champagne Sauce
Garden Greens with Selection of Dressings, Accompanied with Herb Rolls
Oven Roasted Potatoes or Wild Rice Pilaf
Medley of Fresh Seasonal Vegetables
Chef's Selection of Desserts
Coffee and Tea Service

Brunch Enhancements
Nova Lox Platter (Side of Smoked Salmon) with Lettuce, Tomatoes, Capers and Bermuda Onion - $150.00 per Platter
Carving Station* with Choice of Turkey ($6.25) or Tenderloin of Beef ($9.95)
Omelette Station* with Your Choice of Cheese, Diced Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Onions, Ham, and Peppers - $5.75
Belgian Waffle Station* with Fresh Berries and Homemade Whipped Cream - $5.75
*There is a $75.00 Chef's Fee for Stations.

LUNCHEONS (Minimum of 25 Guests)

First Course (Please Select One)
Chef's Homemade Soup
Fresh Garden Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette
Spinach Salad with Citrus Dressing
Zesty Caesar Salad with Aged Parmesan Cheese
Sliced Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella and Basil with Field Green Garnish and Balsamic Vinaigrette

Entrees (Please Select Two - Advance Count Required)
Classic Chicken Piccata with Caper Wine Sauce - $19.95
Stuffed Breast of Chicken with Spinach, Roasted Peppers and Swiss Cheese - $20.95
Fillet of Sole with Seafood Stuffing or Spinach and Mushroom Stuffing Topped with Lemon Dill Sauce - $21.95
Roasted Salmon Fillet with Dijon Cream - $20.95
Roast Stuffed Pork Loin with Apple Bread Stuffing - $20.95
8 Ounce Marinated Roasted Sirloin Steak with Port Wine Sauce - $23.95
7 Ounce Petite Filet Mignon with Rosemary Demi Glaze - $26.95
Pasta Favorite - Broccoli, Sun-dried Tomatoes, Peppers, Artichokes and Kalamata Olives Tossed in a Basil-Garlic Sauce with Parmesan Cheese over Fusilli Pasta - $19.95
Add Grilled Chicken - $21.95; Add Grilled Shrimp - $25.95

Desserts (Please Select One)
Chocolate Mousse Torte, Warm Apple Strudel with Caramel Sauce, Warm Chocolate Mousse with Raspberry Coulis, Boston Cream Torte, Seasonal Fruit and Berry Tart, Carrot Cake, Key Lime Pie with Citrus Cream, Amaretto Cheesecake

All lunches served with warm rolls and butter, Chef's selection of Potato or Rice and Vegetable, and include coffee and tea service.

LUNCHEON BUFFETS (Minimum of 10 Guests)
Classic Deli Buffet - $20.95
Option 1: Roast Turkey with Honey Mustard, Country Ham and Tuna Salad
Option 2: Roast Beef with Horseradish Cream Mayonnaise, Chicken Caesar Wrap and Pita Stuffed with Marinated Grilled Vegetables
Option 3: Creamy Chicken Salad, Roast Turkey with Honey Mustard, and Tabbouleh and Hummus Wrap

Accompanied by: (Please Select Three)
Fresh Field Green Salad, Red Bliss Potato Salad with Dill, Sliced Fresh Fruit, Greek Salad, Orzo Salad with Grilled Vegetables and Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Classic Caesar Salad,
Relish Tray and Condiments
Also Included: Chef's Selections of Desserts and Chilled Sodas

SHOWERED ELEGANCE PACKAGE
(Minimum of 25 Guests)

Passed on Silver Trays - Champagne, Champagne Punch and
Non-alcoholic Fruit Punch

Luncheon Selections
First Course - Selection of One for All Guests
Fresh Tomato and Mozzarella Salad on a Bed Field of Greens
Garden Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette
Spinach Salad with Bacon Dressing
Penne Pasta with Wild Mushroom Sauce
Seasonal Chilled Soup

Warm Rolls and Butter

Entrees - Selection of Up to Three - Pre-ordered
Breast of Chicken Stuffed with Apple Bread Stuffing and
Natural Chicken Herb Sauce
Chicken Piccata - Sauteed Chicken Breast with Capers, Lemon Juice and White Wine Sauce
Fillet of Sole with Seafood or Spinach and Mushroom Stuffing with
Citrus Champagne Sauce
Oven Roasted Salmon with Herb Beurre Blanc
Marinated Poached Salmon (served chilled) with Lemon Dill Sauce
Petite (6 oz.) Filet Mignon with Port Wine Sauce
(Additional $5.00 per person)

Above Entrees Accompanied with Wild Rice Pilaf and
Garden Vegetable Medley

Grilled Vegetable Napoleon - Assorted Grilled Vegetables and Phyllo Layered atop a Bed of Rice and Tomato Coulis

Coffee and Tea Service

Dessert - Selection of One for All Guests
Seasonal Fruit & Berry Tart, Dark Chocolate Mousse with
Grand Marnier and Berry Coulis with Biscotti Cookie,
or Amaretto Cheesecake
Special Occasion Shower Cake + $4.00 per person (Replaces Dessert) (Yellow, Marble or Chocolate)

$30.00 Per Guest

House Wine Service During Lunch - $20.00 per Bottle

All Service Charges and Gratuities are included.
Please add 6% Connecticut Sales Tax

THEME LUNCHEONS AND DINNERS (Minimum of 20 Guests)

The New Englander Buffet
Mixed Garden Greens with Selection of Dressings
Homemade Corn Bread with Butter
Roasted Salmon Fillet with Capers, Frsh Parsley and Dijon Cream
Sliced Stuffed Chicken Breast with Spinach, Rosted Peppers and Swiss Cheese, Laced with Natural Chicken Herb Sauce
Jasmine Rice Pilaf and Fresh Harvest Vegetable Medley
Warm Apple Pie with Homemade Whipped Cream
Coffee and Tea Service
Luncheon $22.95 / Dinner $32.95
Lobster & Corn Chowder + $2.50

De-Light-Ful Buffet
Chopp Salad - Finely Chopped Iceberg Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Scallions, Black Olives, Sweet Corn, Jicama and Fresh Basil, Tossed with a Tangy Lime-Cilantro Vinaigrette
Creamy Chicken Salad Herb Wrap with Red Grapes and Chopped Pecans
Low Carb Wrap with Grilled Vegetables, Crisp Greens and Lemon-Basil Hummus
Tabbouleh Salad (Mint, Olive Oil, Lemon Juice,Chopped Tomatoes, Onions and Parsley)
Key Lime Pie
Coffee and Tea Service
Luncheon $21.95 / Dinner $30.95

The Comfort Zone
Hearty Minestrone Soup
Classlic Caesar Salad with Savory Garlic Croutons
Classic Meatloaf with Mushroom Gravy
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie with Flakey Pastry Crust
Homemade Mashed Potatoes
Steamed Green Beans with Lime-dill Butter
Berry Cobbler with Homemade Whipped Cream
Coffee and Tea Service
Luncheon $21.95 / Dinner $30.95

Mediterranean Buffet
Antipasto Platter with Italian Meats and Cheeses, Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Peppers and Olives
Choice of Two: Eggplant Rollatini, Chiken Marsala, Fusille with Italian Sausage and Roasted Tomatoes in a Light Garlic Cream Sauce, or
Gourmet Pizza with Olives, Fresh Basil, Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella
Garlic Bread
Chef's Selection of Assorted Desserts
Coffee and Tea Service
Luncheon $21.95 / Dinner $30.95

AFTERNOON REFRESHMENT BREAKS

Movie Premier - $6.95
Freshly Baked Cookies and Fudge Brownies
Assorted Theater Candy - Starburst, Peanut Butter Cups, Twix Bars and Snickers
Smartfood
Chilled Sodas and Snapple
The Sports Nut - $7.95
Assorted Mixed Nuts
Crispy Tortilla Chips with Tangy Salsa
Warm Jumbo Pretzles with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
Whole Fresh Fruit, and Smartfood
Assorted Sodas and Snapple
Ice Cream Sundae Bar - $6.50 (Minimum 20 Guests)
Build your own Ice Cream Sundae
Chocolate and Vanilla Ice Cream
Warm Fudge Sauce
Cookie and Chocolate Candy Pieces
Homemade Whipped Cream, Nuts and Cherries
Chilled Sodas and Mineral Water
Chocolate Lovers Break - $6.95
Fudge Brownies
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Sugar Cookies with Rich Chocolate Icing
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
OR Fresh Fruit and Chocolate Fondue
Chilled Sodas and Mineral Water
Cupcake Break - $8.50
Create your own sweet delight!
Cupcake Choices: Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting, Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Frosting, or Yellow Cake with Chocolate Frosting
Toppings: Rainbow Sprinkles, Chocolate Sprinkles, Chopped Walnuts, Shaved Coconut and Oreo Cookie Crumbs
Fresh Fruit Display
Assorted Sodas and Mineral Water

DINNERS
Minimum of 25 Guests

Appetizer (Select One)
Maine Shrimp Bisque
New England Seafood Chowder
Penne Pasta with Sun-dried Tomatoes and Garlic Cream Sauce
Roasted Tomato and Gorgonzola Crostini
Marinated Tomatoes with Fresh Mozzarella and Basil Vinaigrette
Grilled Vegetable Bruschetta
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with Horseradish - $8.00

Salad (Select One)
Marinated Tomatoes with Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Cracked Black Pepper
Seasonal Greens with Herb Vinaigrette or Raspberry Vinaigrette
Tossed Baby Field Greens with Julienne Pear, Goat Cheese and Candied Walnut
Spinach Salad with Mandarin Oranges and Red Onion with a Roasted Shallot Vinaigrette
Classic Caesar Salad

Entree (Select Two - Advance Count Required)
Stuffed Breast of Chicken with Spinach, Roasted Peppers and Swiss Cheese - $31.95
Chicken Oscar with Lump Crabmeat, Asparagus Spears and Bearnaise Sauce - $33.95
Sauteed Chicken Piccata - $31.95
Fillet of Sole with Seafood Stuffing, Topped with Lemon Dill Sauce - $31.95
Oatmeal-crusted Salmon Fillet and Maple Cream - $33.95
Fettuccine Pasta with Fresh Lobster, Sweet Snow Peas with Tarragon Buerre Blanc - $45.95
Roast Prime Rib of Beef Au Jus with Horseradish Cream - $36.95
Kentucky Bourbon Sirloin Steak - $41.95
Grilled Filet Mignon with Peppecorn Cognac Sauce - $45.95
Penne Pasta Tossed with Broccoli, Sun-dried Tomato, Roasted Eggplant, Fresh Herbs and Pine Nuts - $29.95

Dessert (Select One)
Dark Chocolate Mousse with Grand Marnier and Berry Coulis with Biscotti Cookie
Flourless Chocolate Torte with Sweet Mango and Papaya Chutney
Seasonal Fruit and Berry Tart
Chocolate Chambord Cake with Framboise
Amaretto Cheesecake
Key Lime Pie
Carrot Cake

Served with Warm Rolls and Butter, Chef's Selection of
Potato or Rice and Vegetable
Coffee and Tea Service
BUFFET MENU
(Minimum of 25 Guests)

Soups (Select One)
Minestrone, Corn Chowder, New England Clam Chowder or Butternut Squash Bisque

Salads (Select One)
Garden Salad with a Selection of Dressings
Zesty Caesar Salad with Aged Parmesan
Spinach Salad with Mandarin Oranges and Red Onion with a Roasted Shallot Vinaigrette

Pasta Station (Select One Pasta and One Sauce)
Pastas: Penne, Tortellini, Farfalle, or Orecchiette
Sauces: Lemon-basil Vodka, Pomadoro, Marinara, Puttanesca, Roasted Pepper or Herb-garlic Cream
Accompanied by Fresh Garlic Bread

Entrees (Selection of Two)
Sauteed Breast of Chicken Infused with Rosemary and Fresh Lemon
Stuffed Breast of Chicken with Spinach, Roasted Peppers, Swiss Cheese, Laced with a Natural Herb Chicken Sauce
Fillet of Sole with Seafood Stuffing Topped with a Lemon-dill Sauce
Oven Roasted Salmon with Grapefruit Butter
Eggplant Rollatini with Ricotta Cheese, Fresh Basil and Marinara
Sliced Oven Roasted Sirloin of Beef with Blue Cheese-Walnut Butter
Roasted Loin of Pork with Dried Cranberry Demi Glaze

Served with Warm Rolls and Butter, Medley of Seasonal Vegetables and Chef's Selection of Potatoes or Rice
Coffee and Tea Service

Dessert (Select One)
Warm Apple Cobbler with Homemade Whipped Cream,
Dark Chocolate Mousse with Grand Marnier and Berry Coulis with
Biscotti Cookie, Fruit and Berry Tart, Carrot Cake,
Chocolate Mousse Torte, Amaretto Cheesecake, Key Lime Pie, or Boston Cream Pie
Display of Pastries Including Mini Eclairs, Cream Puffs and Cannoli
Linzertorte and Petit Fours - $5.95 per person (2 pastries per person,
$1.50 per person for each additional pastry)

$24.95 per person - Lunch
$34.95 per person - Dinner
DINNER CELEBRATIONS PACKAGE
(Minimum of 25 Guests)

One Hour Cocktail Reception

One hour of open bar serving name brand liquors, assorted beers,
select wines, juices and soda
Harvest Display featuring an assortment of cheeses, garden vegetables,
fresh fruits and dip with crackers and breadsticks

Appetizer (Select One)
Penne Pasta with Choice of Sauce: Wild Mushroom, Lemon Basil or Marinara
Selection of House-Made Soup - Choose from: New England Corn or Clam Chowder, Minestrone, Butternut Squash Bisque,
Chilled Strawberry or Peach
Chilled Fresh Fruit Medley with Minted Berry
Chilled Shrimp Cocktail - $6.00 per person

Salad (Select One)
Fresh Seasonal Greens Tossed with Raspberry Vinaigrette or
Balsamic Vinaigrette
Fresh Tomato and Mozzarella Salad with Field Green Garnish
Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon or Honey Citrus Dressing
Caesar Salad with Garlic Croutons

Entrees

Roast Prime Rib of Beef

Stuffed Breast of Chicken

Chicken Piccata

Chicken Oscar

Roasted Atlantic Salmon

Fillet of Sole

Stuffed Roast Loin of Pork

Jumbo Baked Stuffed Shrimp

Filet Mignon

Grilled New York Sirloin Steak

Split Plate

Above Entrees Served with Chef's Choice of Accompaniments

Vegetarian Napoleon

Select House Wines Served Throughout Dinner
Dessert (Select One)
Key Lime Pie, Dark Chocolate Mousse with Grand Marnier and
Berry Coulis with Biscotti Cookie, Seasonal Fruit and Berry Tart,
Amaretto Cheesecake, Carrot Cake or Chocolate Mousse Torte
Display of Mini Pastries Including Eclairs, Cream Puffs and Cannoli,
Linzertortes and Fruit Tarts - $5.95 per person
(2 pastries per person, $1.50 per person for each additional pastry)
Special Occasion Cake (non-tiered) - $5.95 per person

Your Selection of Coffee and Herbal Teas

Above prices include service charge - Please add 6% CT sales tax.

SPECIAL EVENTS DINNER MENU
(Minimum of 40 Guests)

Harvest Display featuring an assortment of cheeses, garden vegetables, fresh fruits and dip with crackers and breadsticks

First Course

Penne Pasta

Fresh Seasonal Greens

Caesar Salad

Seasonal Fresh Fruit Medley

Entrees

Stuffed Roast Loin of Pork with Apple-scented Pork Gravy
Gourmet Meatloaf with Sauteed Mushrooms in a Hunter Sauce, Served with Mashed Potatoes
Chicken Piccata - Sauteed Chicken Breast with Capers,
Lemon Juice, and White Wine Sauce
Tilapia Fillet - Herb Seasoned and Sauteed with a
Lime-Dill Sauce
Oven Roasted Salmon Topped with Citrus Champagne Sauce
Sesame Beef Kabobs Marinated in Soy Ginger,
Served Over Rice
Roasted Turkey over a Sausage Stuffing, Served with
Pan Gravy and Cranberry Sauce

Vegetarian Napoleon - Grilled Vegetables Topped with Phyllo,
Served Over Rice and Tomato Coulis
Pasta Favorite - Broccoli, Sun-dried Tomatoes, Peppers, Artichokes and Kalamata Olives, Tossed in a Basil-Garlic Sauce with
Parmesan Cheese over Fusilli Pasta
Dessert (Choice of One)
Key Lime Pie, Dark Chocolate Mousse with Grand Marnier and
Berry Coulis with Biscotti Cookie, Carrot Cake,
Chocolate Mousse Torte, or Fruit Cobbler with Whipped Cream

Coffee and Tea Service

$32.00

Addition of Second Course - $3.95
Prime Rib Option - $4.00

Above pricing is on a per guest basis.
Above prices include service charge.
Please add 6% CT sales tax.

Cash Bar Set-up Fee - $75.00 + Tax

HORS D'OEUVRES SELECTIONS (Partial List - Please call for additional selections) Hot Hors D'Oeuvres \| Price Per 100 Pieces
Grilled Baby Lamb Chops with Papaya Chutney	$275.00
Mushroom Stuffed with Crabmeat, Tomato and Gruyere	$200.00
Petite Maryland Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce	$225.00
Curried Coconut Shrimp with Pineapple Salsa	$200.00
Wild Mushroom and Phyllo Triangles	$180.00
Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Tarts	$170.00
Cold Hors D'Oeuvres \| Price Per 100 Pieces
Roulade of Chicken with Proscuitto and Basil	$185.00
Bruschetta with Plum Tomato	$165.00
Snow Peas Stuffed with Herbed Cheese	$170.00
Lobster Medallions on Brioche	$235.00
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail	$275.00

HORS D'OEUVRES STATIONS
(Partial List - Please call for additional selections)

(Priced per person - Based on one hour of service)

The Raw Bar - $15.00
Chilled Blue Point Oysters (2)
Little Neck Clams (2) and Shrimp Cocktail (3)
on Ice with Freshly Grated Horseradish Sauce
and Lemon Wedges

The Harvest Display - $7.95
Chef's Selection of Imported and Domestic Cheeses,
Seasonal Fruits and Garden Vegetables
with Our Own Dips, Crackers and Breadsticks

Pasta Station* - $7.25
Your Selection of Penne, Fuselli, Bow Tie or
Tri-color Tortellini
With Two Sauces: Zesty Marinara, Multi Herb Pesto,
Wild Mushroom, Bolognese, Carbonara, Red or White Clam
Accompanied by: Fresh Herbs, Broccoli, Sun-dried Tomatoes,
Grated Cheese,Pignoli Nuts and Fancy Olives

The Carving Board *
Roasted Turkey Breast - $6.95
Accompanied by Cranberry Chutney
Marinated Pork Loin - $6.95
Accompanied by Applesauce and Fruit Salsa
Tenderloin of Beef - $9.95
Accompanied by Horseradish Cream and
Wild Mushroom Sauce

All Carving Stations are Accompanied by Chef's Selection of
Country Breads and Rolls.

*These Stations require a minimum of 25 guests and
a $75.00 Chef's Fee.

Hors d'Oeuvre Stations are offered as an enhancement to your meal and cannot be subsituted as entrees.