Wedding & Event Catering

An Introductory Proposal for your Special Occasion!

Date/Venue/# of Guests

Special Dietary Requirements/Allergies (tbc):

Potential Proposal Components:

Post Ceremony Cocktail Reception

Dinner Reception – Buffet, Family Style on our Exclusive Wine Barrel

Boards, Station Style or Full Plated Service:

Salad, Main & Dessert Courses

Late Night Service Suggestions

Brunch/Gift Opening Events

 

All times approximate and subject to final agenda confirmatio

Cocktail Reception Offerings

(Combination of Self-Serve Stations &/or Hand Passed Appetizers)

Fresh Stone-Fired Gourmet Organic Flatbreads:

Wild Italian ~ Roasted Red Pepper & Red Wine Sauce, Italian Cheese Blend, Genoa Salami, Cherry Tomatoes, & Fresh Basil

Roasted Chicken Pesto ~ with Feta, Parmesan Petals, Spinach, Fresh Tomatoes & Basil

Truffled Mushroom ~ with Bechamel Sauce, Thyme, mozzarella & Parmesan. (A Client favorite)

(Feel free to submit a personal favorite combination if you like…
We love to find ways to reflect the two of you in the food/signature cocktails, etc.!)

*GLUTEN FREE and *VEGAN offerings also available.

Tarts:
Blackberry, Brie & Thyme Puffs

Truffled Mushroom with Parmesan & Thyme

Chipotle Goat Cheese filling with Grilled Peach or Apricot

Pomegranate with Gorgonzola Cream & Honey Drizzle

*Minimum 3 dozen of any variety appetizer

 

Cocktail Skewers:

Caprese ~ Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, Fresh Basil Leaves & Baby Bocconcini Mozzarella Served with Pesto or Balsamic Reduction Drizzle

Melon Ball & Mint ~ Honeydew, Bococini or Feta, Cantaloupe & Mint with Fig Balsamic Reduction

Antipasto ~ As per Caprese above with the addition of premium Italian Salami, Olive and Artichoke Heart

Hawaiian BBQ Tempeh ~ BBQ Smoked Tempeh, Grilled pineapple, Feta

 

Sliders:

Pulled Pork with Apple Slaw and House Pickles

Beef and Blue with Bacon, Caramelized Onions and Horseradish Aioli

BBQ Tempeh with Grilled Pineapple, Aioli and Arugula (V)

We also offer a full Vegan Menu Introduction if you are interested

 

Bruschettas:

Triple Tomato Balsamic

White Bean and Caramelized Onion

Creamy Crab and Artichoke

 

Other Canapés:

Grilled Asparagus Spears wrapped in Prosciutto

Sweet (mini bell) or Hot (jalapeño) Poppers wrapped in Prosciutto

Cocktail Meatballs in Cranberry Pinot Noir Sauce

Chicken Satay w/ Peanut Sauce

Mediterranean Chicken Kebab with Feta and Fresh Herbs Goats Cheese

stuffed Medjool Dates wrapped in Spiced Candied Bacon Potato Latkes

w/ Green Goddess Dressing

Truffle Mushroom Arancini with Lemon Aioli

Cucumber Cups w/ ~

Miniature Greek Salad

Smoked Salmon Mousse, Capers & Fresh Dill

Sweet, Curried-Chicken Salad w/ Grape

 

Seafood Canapés:

Polenta Squares with Grilled Squid and Lemon Caper Aioli

Crab and Shrimp Cakes with Caper Aioli

Cajun Prawns w/ Lime Aioli on Mini Grilled Garlic Pita

Crispy Wonton with Ahi Tuna & Orange Sesame Sauce

Tuna, Chicken or Marinated Tofu Lettuce ‘Wrap’etizers

A self-serve Station, in combination with hand-passed appetizers, or as a stand alone approach to the cocktail reception, could consist of any of the following:

Gourmet Platters:

Deluxe Charcuterie Displays & Cheese Boards:

Cured Meats & Naturally Roasted Meats, Smoked/Candied Salmon, Sweet w/ Heat Bacon,
Olives, Fresh House Pickles, condiments, etc.

~&/or~

Soft & Hard Artisan Cheeses, Crackers, Wine Jellies, Grapes/Berries, Nuts, etc.
12.50/pp.- & up

Seasonal Veggies & Dips
3.50/pp & up

Fresh Fruit Platter w/ Vanilla Bean or Lemon/Lavender Yogurt Dip
4.50/pp & up

The Main Event
OPTION A: Family Style Service on our exclusive Wine Barrel Boards
Commencing approx. 6:00/6:30 pm (tbc)

With Family Style Service, Salad, Rolls & Whipped Plain &/or Compound Herb Butter would be served first. We would clear salad platters, salad plates and salad forks prior to delivering the main course on Wine Barrel Boards. Local Heirloom produce, Edible Blooms & Flowering Herbs create an elevated and fanciful first impression as Culinary Confetti to garnish the boards for a definite WOW factor in our presentation!

Salad Course Options:
(please choose one)

Signature Salad
W/Baby Organic Greens, Fresh Seasonal Berries, Nut & Seed Blend, Cranberry Goat Cheese, w/
Wildberry Balsamic Vinaigrette

Apple Fennel Salad w/ Toasted Walnuts

Beet, Goat Cheese, Toasted Walnut & Arugula Salad

Classic Caesar Salad with Crispy Prosciutto
Roasted Peach, Feta and Arugula
w/ Toasted Slivered Almonds & Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette

Wild Grains and Greens
w/ arugula, fresh parm, toasted pine nuts & sundried tomato balsamic dressing

Lemony, Herbed Asparagus Pasta Salad
Other Choices Available if you do not favor any of these

From 8.50/pp & up depending on choice (including rolls/butter)

Please ask for compound pricing if you wish more than one selection

Protein Choices:

From 39.95 pp & up (priced w/side accompaniments – choices follow)

● Marinated & Butter Basted Chicken: Breast/Thighs in…
1. Citrus & Lavender
2. Lemon & Herb
3. Feta & Sun Dried Tomato
● Coq Au Vin-Flavor rich Chicken Thighs braised w/ Mushrooms, Bacon, Red Wine and Thyme
● Espresso Rubbed Braised Beef Short Ribs
● Bacon & Onion Stuffed Beef Rouladen
● Wild Sockeye Salmon Fillet w/ Caper Aioli

● Carved Roast Beef w/ Red Wine au Jus
● Pork Loin Roast w/ Maple Mustard Glaze
● Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Pomegranate Glaze
● Duck Breast with Smoked Plum & Red wine sauce.

*Don’t see your perfect choice – feel free to suggest an alternative or ask us for
additional customized options for your consideration!

If you are interested in two proteins, please identify a combination to be priced for you!

 

Carbohydrate Choices (please select one):

● Roasted Rosemary Tri Color Baby Potato Nuggets
● Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
● Wild & Basmati Rice Pilaf
● Risotto – Classic white wine, Truffled mushroom & parm, toasted Walnut & Herb
OR Spanish Rosé. (extra 2.50 pp)
● Gnocchi in Herbed Olive Oil or Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto (extra 2.50 pp)
● Tri Color Smashed Potatoes with Parmesan Petals and Truffle Oil (extra 2.00 pp)
● Onion & Thyme Polenta
● Mediterranean or pesto Alfredo Linguini
● Sweet Potato Mash with Coconut Milk(vegan)
● Butternut Squash & Ricotta w/ Crispy Sage Lasagna Roll-ups (3.50 extra pp)

 

Vegetable Sides: (please select one):

● Cornucopia of Mixed Roasted Roots & Summer Vegetables
(Rainbow Carrots, Squash, Varietal Beets, Parsnips, Cob Corn segments, etc)
● Maple Glazed Rainbow Carrots
● Broccoli & Cauliflower w/ Brown Butter Sauce

The following are an extra $1.50pp…
● Roasted Brussel Sprouts w/ Balsamic and Bacon
● Roasted Asparagus with Infused Lemon Oil
● Warm Beets honey and Dill
● Grilled Fennel with Fig Reduction

 

Vegetarian Options:

● Individual Truffled Portobello Mushroom, Goat Cheese & Herb Wellington (vegan option available)
● Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Caramelized Onion & Miso Gravy (vegan)
● Crispy Polenta cake with Mediterranean vegetable sauté
(Other Special Dietary needs can be provided for as required)

OPTION B: Station Style Main Course Option:

A more casual, grazing style dinner option setup for service outdoors at chef-tended stations for an interactive experience

Self Serve Station : BUILD YOUR OWN SALAD BAR – ALL COLD SERVICE

Central Location to Surrounding Stations

Organic Baby Greens, Kale, Spinach, Arugula & Assorted Dressings
(eg: Wild Blueberry Balsamic Vinaigrette; Lemon-Herb Oil & Vinegar; & Creamy Ranch/Caesar)

w/ Components including Pickled Red Onion, Shredded Carrots & Cucumber Shoestrings; Multi-Colored Peppers; Pickled & or Roasted Beets, Grilled or Pickled Asparagus, Artichoke Hearts; Fried Green Tomatoes; Legumes such as Chickpeas; Edamame; Black Beans; Seasonal Berries; Fresh Herbs; Soy Nuts & Seeds; Berries; Assorted Cheese Toppings; and Regular & Gluten Free Croutons; w/ Real Bacon Bits

Varietal Dips: eg: Spinach; Artichoke & Asiago; Hummus; & Tzatziki
(w/ Carrots; Zucchini Discs; Celery Sticks; Cherry Tomatoes; Broccoli; Cauliflower)

Chef Tended Station Option A: PICNIC STOP
Crispy Buttermilk ‘Fried’ Chicken w/ Definitely Dilly Potato Salad
or Whipped Potatoes & Gravy

Chef Tended Station Option B:

SLIDER &/or GOURMET SMOKIE BBQ BAR:
● Beef, Bacon & Blue
● Falafel Sliders w/ Tzatziki Sauce & Pickled Red Onion (V)
● Grilled Salmon w/ Tzatziki & Sprouts
● Pulled Pork w/ Caramelized Onion & Apple Bacon Slaw
● Buffalo Chicken & Ranch Cream Cheese
● Gourmet Grilled Sausage/Smokies could also be offered on this station (pricing tbd)

 

Chef Tended Station Option C: Tempting Taco Station

Choose from:

● Grilled Cod, Mango Salsa, Lime Aioli, Shredded Cabbage & Fresh Cilantro;

● Grilled Organic Turkey, Micro Greens & Tomato Bruschetta;
● Lemongrass Chicken with Marinated Carrot Slaw & Sesame Cilantro Aioli; or
● Pulled Pork with Caramelized Onion, and Apple Bacon Slaw

(select maximum of three varieties)

*Consider adding Deluxe Baked Nachos*

Chef Tended Station Option D: FRESH ITALIAN STONE-FIRED FLATBREAD STATION As per
Cocktail Reception ~ A Flatbread Station, possibly in combination with Charcuterie and select
canapes for an Italian flair can be implemented as a Grazing Table if not selected for Cocktail
Reception or Late Night services.

 

Signature Desserts & Sweet Treats :
Deluxe Cutting Cakes available in a variety of Flavor Profiles ~
request types and pricing if desired
Can be used to serve Bridal Party &/or Parent’s Tables

*Mini Cupcakes made for your guests to reflect your cutting cake:
● Signature 24 ‘Karrot Gold Cake with Lemon Mascarpone Icing & Fresh Raspberry;
● Mini Callebaut Chocolate Brownie Cupcakes w/
Fresh Whipped Cream & Berry Compote;
● Double Chocolate w/ Mocha Cream Frosting;
● Mini Berry or Assorted stone fruit Pavlova
● Assorted Mini Fresh Fruit Tarts or Danishes
● Assorted Pie Buffet w/ Ice Cream
● Individual Cheesecakes w/ your choice of Toppings
● Lemon Bars (w/ or without Lavender)
● The Pièce de résistance ~ Ice Wine Creme Brulee’

Still don’t see your perfect combination, just let us know what you would like and we will
price for you and prepare with Uprooted Kitchen & Catering’s customary flare and flavor!! All
ideas are welcome to make your day, distinctly yours!!

DESSERT BAR:
● Include a Fresh Fruit Platter as previously shown in the
‘On Boards’ section

or how about a…..

● Build your own Ice Cream Sundae or Ice Cream Sandwich Bar
Marble Slab Ice Cream w/ fresh fruit, asst. candy, chocolate, cookies & syrup selections
● Coffee & Tea Service with all condiments
● We can also locate a self serve Lemon, Cucumber-Mint &/or Strawberry Kiwi Iced
Water Stations dispensers and Non-alcoholic Sparkling Fruit Punch
Late Night Service Options (as per Platter & Chef Tended Stations outlined previously):

~or~

BBQ’d PULLED PORK OR VEGETARIAN CHEESE POUTINE

Boxed Snack Size

OPTION 4: FLATBREADS are also a great Late Night Item if you do not wish to serve them as a
part of your Post Ceremony Cocktail Reception or a Station Style Dinner

& last but not least …in case you might be interested…

DAY AFTER GIFT BREAKFAST RECEPTION OR BRUNCH BUFFET:

Vegetarian, Traditional or Pacifico Eggs Benedict
or Specialty Breakfast Stratas
Country Sausage & Crispy Bacon
Home Style Hash Browns
Fresh Fruit Salad & Yogurt Bar w/ Homemade Granola
Selection of Juices
Assorted Fresh Baked Muffins/Loaves/Scones
Coffee & Tea w/ Condiments

 

Logistics

We can provide ‘pop-up’ kitchens w/ including portable hot-holding equipment, propane fired
cooking appliances and/or station style set ups for your event regardless of the nature of, or
absence of an on-site kitchen.

Staffing for all components: (Depends on Menu Selections, Guest Numbers, Style of Service, and
Components selected – we can also convert any quote to Buffet, Full Plated or Picnic service) …Staff
will be charged by the hour and will be adjusted as required for your customized approach to your
Special Day or Event!

Bartending @ $45./hr including set up & take down

The Main Event

Chefs @ 45.-/hr; Chefs Assistant @ 35.-/hr
Professional Service & Bussing Staff @ 30.-/hr
including travel

plus 5% Tax; 20% Event Coordination Services

Uprooted Kitchen & Catering Co.

…Uproot yourself from the ordinary!

Thank you for giving us the opportunity to be a part of your most special occasion and providing
you with a customized approach that will leave you free to enjoy your family, friends, festivities
& fun!!

We pride ourselves on using only the finest local, seasonal ingredients and hormone & antibiotic
free meats. Every engagement is viewed as a customized order and we promise to create a definite
‘wow’ factor to the delight of you, your cherished family and special guests.

Vegan Catering & Event Menu:

Appetizer/ Small Plates:
(Hand-passed appetizers, or as a stand alone, self-serve approach)

Gourmet Vegan Grazing Table: Starting at 12.95/person

including items such as:
Roasted and Candied nuts, smoked Olives, House made varietal Pickles, Smoked and/or marinated
Tofus, Beyond Meats, Tempura veg, falafels, Artisan “Cheezes”, Wine Jellies, Fresh Veggies, Dips and
Mustards, Sweets, fruits, etc.
And Baguette, Artisan Crackers and/or House Focaccia.

*Minimum 2 dozen of any variety appetizer below:

Tarts: $34/doz. Min.2 Doz.

  • Pressed Pu topped w/ Hummus & Smoked Olive, Herbs and “Feta”.
  • Trued, Wild Okanagan Mushroom and Vegan Cream Cheese Tarts.
  • Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables with Balsamic Drizzle & Fresh herb Tarts.
  • Spanakopita Tarts – Spinach, “cheese”, Onion & Garlic

 

Cocktail Skewers: $35/doz. Min.2 Doz.

  • Antipasto Skewer – w/ Cherry Tomato, “Mozza” slices, Olive, Marinated Artichoke, Fresh Basil
    with Balsamic Reduction.
  • Melon Ball & Mint ~ Honeydew, Cantaloupe, Watermelon & Mint with Fig Balsamic
    Reduction
  • Hawaiian BBQ Tofu ~ BBQ Smoked Tempeh, Grilled pineapple
  • Curried Tofu Satay w/ Peanut Sauce – peanut curry sauce lathered and baked onto tofu & bell
    peppers.

Sliders: $4.95ea. Min.8/order

  • Pulled Jackfruit with Apple Slaw and House Pickles
  • Grilled Portobello, Caramelized Onions and Horseradish Aioli
  • BBQ Tofu with Grilled Pineapple, Aioli and Arugula

Bruschettas & Crostinis: Min 2 doz.

  • Classic Triple Tomato & Balsamic Bruschetta $33/doz.
  • Smoked Olive Hummus topped with Fried Artichokes & Pickled red onion. $35/doz.
  • Espresso Rubbed & Seared Oyster Mushrooms w/Garlic Hummus Crostini $34/doz.
  • White Bean & Caramelized Onion Bruschetta $33/doz.
  • Creamy Corn and Artichoke Bruschetta $33/doz.

(Served with an assortment of artisan breads & crostini)

 

Other Canapés: Min. 2doz.

  • Sesame Ginger Gyoza Wonton Cups – w/ Vegan protein, sauteed vegetables, hoisin sauce, and
    cilantro. $35/doz.
  • Fried Mushrooms – Lightly battered & fried oyster mushrooms served with True or
    Gochujang aioli. $35/doz
  • Curried Tofu Satay w/ Peanut Sauce – Peanut curry sauce lathered and baked onto tofu & bell
    peppers. $34/doz.
  • Potato Latkes w/ Green Goddess Dressing – Finely shredded and spiced potato pancake with a
    refreshing 5-herb cream sauce. $33/doz.
  • Flavour Packed Falafel Bites – w/ house made beet hummus topped with micro greens. $33/doz.
  • True Mushroom Arancini with Lemon Aioli – Italian risotto balls rolled in bread crumbs (gf
    available) $33/doz.
  • Mediterranean Polenta Squares – Topped w/ Sun dried Tomato and whipped vegan boursin.
    $33/doz.
  • Vegan “Smoked Salmon” Mousse Cucumber cups – Topped with Capers and Dill. $34/doz.
    Tacos: $5.95 ea. Min. 1 doz./ kind
  • Crispy Cauliower with Black Bean and Corn Salsa, Pickled Veg and Spicy Pineapple Aioli.
  • Oyster mushroom and pickled cucumber and onion with gochujang Aioli, cilantro
  • Thai Peanut Style crumbled tofu w/pickled cukes, carrots & onions, spicy aioli, crushed
    peanuts, cilantro.

Fresh Stone-Fired Gourmet Organic Flatbreads: $22.50 ea.(8-12 pieces) Min.2/ kind

  • Wild Italian – Roasted Red Pepper & Red Wine Sauce,“Beyond”Italian Sausage, w/Artichokes, & Fresh Basil.
  • Trued Gourmet Mushroom – with Vegan Bechamel Sauce, & Thyme.
  • Pear & Smoked “Gouda” – w/ Toasted Walnuts, Arugula & Balsamic Glaze.

(Feel free to submit a personal favorite combination if you like…
We love to nd ways to reect the two of you in the food/signature cocktails, etc.!)

 

Main Course Features:

Starting at 38.95/ person (Includes All Three Components)

Proteins/Main: (choose one)

  • Trued Portobello Wellington
  • Triple layer Vegetable Ratatouille with Balsamic & Pesto Reduction
  • Lightly Battered Wild Mushroom Fritter w/ True or Gochujang Aioli
  • Crispy Tofu triangles Marinated in Sticky Yuzu Sauce
  • Cauliower Steaks with Miso Onion Gravy
  • Crispy Tofu nuggets tossed in your choice of:
    sweet chili, maple garlic, or teriyaki gochujang

Carbohydrates: (choose one)

  • Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
  • Rosemary Roasted Tricolour Baby Potatoes
  • Squash Trio (Roasted or Mashed)
  • 5 Grain Herb Pilaf
  • Sundried Tomato and Olive oil Penne

Vegetables: (choose one)

  • Maple Roasted Root Vegetables
  • Chili, Garlic Green Beans
  • Curry, Maple Glazed Heirloom Carrots
  • Sesame Steamed Bok choy
  • Creamy Cauliower Gratin