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Cocktail & Event Menu

Finger Food Menu

Cocktail parties, receptions, and pre-dinner spreads. Three all-inclusive packages available, or build your own from the à la carte menu below. Everything is made fresh on the night.

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ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGES

Take the Guesswork Out of It

One flat rate, one set menu, and nothing to organise on the night. All packages include chef hours, additional staff as needed, on-site preparation, and full setup and cleanup.

Up to 12 Guests
$1,595+ HST
What's on the Menu
  • Spinach and Artichoke Dip with warm tortilla chips
  • Roasted Vegetable Flatbreads
  • Salami and Peppers Flatbreads
  • Bruschetta Crostini
  • Pesto Chicken Crostini
  • Thai Meatballs
  • Steak and Pepper Sheet Pan Nachos

One set menu, cooked fresh on the night. Dietary restrictions accommodated. Additional à la carte items can be added.

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Up to 24 Guests
$2,795+ HST
What's on the Menu
  • Spinach and Artichoke Dip with warm tortilla chips
  • Large Charcuterie and Cheese Board
  • Roasted Vegetable Flatbreads
  • Salami and Peppers Flatbreads
  • Bruschetta Crostini
  • Pesto Chicken Crostini
  • Thai Meatballs
  • Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
  • Steak and Pepper Sheet Pan Nachos

One set menu, cooked fresh on the night. Dietary restrictions accommodated. Additional à la carte items can be added.

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Best for Larger Groups
Up to 50 Guests
$4,995+ HST
What's on the Menu
  • The full Snacking Table: charcuterie, cheese, vegetables and hummus, smoked salmon with cream cheese, bread, crackers, and more
  • Roasted Vegetable Flatbreads
  • Salami and Peppers Flatbreads
  • Bruschetta Crostini
  • Pesto Chicken Crostini
  • Roast Beef on Toast
  • Thai Meatballs
  • Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
  • Steak and Pepper Sheet Pan Nachos
  • Beef Chilli

One set menu, cooked fresh on the night. Dietary restrictions accommodated. Additional à la carte items can be added.

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Or build your own spread

Building Your Spread

Pre-dinner snack 1–2 items • 3–5 bites per guest A charcuterie board or dip while Chef Ben preps dinner
Cocktail party (2–3 hrs) 3–4 items • 10–15 bites per guest A good mix: 1 dip, 1 platter, 1–2 passed items
Full evening reception 5–6 items • 15–20 bites per guest Add a pot or sheet pan nachos to anchor the spread

Not sure what to order? Send me a message with your guest count and event type. I’ll put together a recommendation.

Dippers (serves up to 12)

  • Hummus V DFHomemade Garlic Hummus with Mini Pita Bread
    $38
  • Chipotle, Corn, and Bacon Dip GFCreamy and Cheesy Dip with Sweet Corn, Bacon and Chipotle. Served Hot with Warm Tortilla Chips
    $63
  • White Bean Dip GF VG DFRoasted Garlic and White Bean Dip. Served with Terra Vegetable Chips
    $38
  • Smoked Salmon Dip GFCreamy Smoked Salmon Dip with Lemon and Dill. Served with Kettle Chips
    $63
  • Spinach Artichoke Dip GF ★ Chef’s PickWarm Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Mozzarella, Cream Cheese, and Parmesan. Served with Warm Tortilla Chips
    $63

Flatbreads (min 2 per item)

  • Margherita VHomemade Marinara Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, and Fresh Basil Finished with Olive Oil
    $38
  • Roasted Mushroom V ★ Chef’s PickRoasted Mixed Mushrooms with Roasted Garlic, Fresh Rosemary, Mozzarella and Gruyere
    $50
  • Pear and Gorgonzola VThinly Sliced Pear with Creamy Gorgonzola Finished with Honey and Walnuts
    $42
  • Salami and PeppersDry Cured Italian Salami with Roasted Bell Pepper and Onions, Fresh Mozzarella and Homemade Marinara
    $50
  • Roasted Vegetable VRoasted Zucchini, Bell Peppers, and Red Onions with Pesto and Goat Cheese
    $50

Mini Sandwiches / Crostinis (per dozen, min 2 dozen)

  • Mushrooms on Toast GF VPan-Roasted Mushrooms with Fresh Herbs and Garlic on Toast with Herbed Ricotta Cheese
    $45
  • Smoked SalmonSmoked Atlantic Salmon with Cream Cheese, Shaved Red Onion and Capers on Rye Bread
    $50
  • Pear and Blue Cheese GF VPear Chutney with Creamy Gorgonzola on an Olive Oil and Balsamic Crostini
    $45
  • Pesto Chicken GF DFRoasted Chicken Breast with Pesto Mayo, Blistered Tomatoes and Micro Greens
    $53
  • Bruschetta GF V ★ Chef’s PickMarinated Cherry Tomatoes with Herb and Garlic Boursin Cheese On Sourdough Toast Finished with Balsamic Glaze
    $45
  • Roast Beef on Toast GF DFThinly Sliced Medium Rare Beef with Horseradish Mayo, Caramelized Onions and Micro Greens on Toast
    $53

Mini Grilled Cheese (min 2 dozen per item)

  • Brie and Blueberry GF VBrie and Blueberry Compote Finished with Balsamic Glaze
    $45
  • Smoked Cheddar and Bacon GFApplewood Smoked Cheddar and Crispy Bacon
    $50
  • Caprese GF VTomato, Mozzarella, and Pesto. Finished with Balsamic Glaze
    $45
  • Cubano GF ★ Chef’s PickShaved Ham, Swiss Cheese, Mustard and Sweet Pickle
    $50

Forks and Skewers (per dozen, min 2 dozen)

  • Baked Potato Skewers GFMini Baked Potatoes with Sour Cream, Chives, Cheddar Cheese and Bacon Bits
    $35
  • Thai Meatballs GF DFPork Meatballs with Ginger, Garlic, Chili, and Lemon. Served with Thai Sweet Chili Sauce
    $53
  • Greek Salad Skewers GFFeta Cheese, Cucumber, Olive, and Cherry Tomato, with a Homemade Greek Dressing
    $30
  • Chicken Parm Meatballs GFItalian Chicken Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella Cheese. Served with Homemade Marinara Sauce and Parmesan
    $53
  • Beef Satay GF DFTender Strips Of Marinated Beef Served with Thai Peanut Sauce
    $56
  • Teriyaki Mushroom Skewers GF VG DFCremini Mushrooms Marinated in Homemade Teriyaki Sauce, Roasted and Skewered
    $27
  • Tequila Lime Shrimp GFPan Seared Shrimp with Tequila Lime Sauce. Garnished with Fresh Cilantro
    $50
  • Bacon-Wrapped Scallops GF DF ★ Chef’s PickTender Atlantic Sea Scallops Wrapped In Crispy Bacon. Finished with a Maple Gastrique and Minced Chives
    $56

Sheet Pan Nachos (serves up to 12)

  • Vegetarian GF VRoasted Bell Peppers, Onions, and Mushrooms. Seasoned Black Beans, Pepper Jack and Cheddar Cheese
    $73
  • Hawaiian BBQ Pork GFCrispy Pork Belly with Hawaiian Barbecue Sauce, Pineapple Pico de Gallo, Smoked Cheddar and Mozzarella
    $84
  • Cajun Chicken GFCajun Roasted Chicken Breast with Sauteed Red Onions and Red Bell Pepper, Pickled Jalapenos, BBQ Sauce
    $81
  • Steak and Pepper GF ★ Chef’s PickTender Steak, Roasted Bell Peppers and Red Onions, Pickled Jalapeno, Pepper Jack Cheese, Cheddar Cheese
    $89

Pots (Small up to 12 / Large up to 24, served in crockpot)

  • Vegetarian Chilli GF V DFChickpeas, Black Beans, and Kidney Beans in a Spicy Tomato Sauce with Bell Peppers, Corn, Zucchini
    $92 sm$178 lg
  • Mussels GF5 or 10 lbs of East Coast Mussels Cooked In White Wine and Garlic Butter
    $92 sm$178 lg
  • Beef Chilli GF DF ★ Chef’s PickGround Beef and Red Kidney Beans in a Spicy Tomato Sauce with Bell Peppers, Onion, and Garlic
    $146 sm$286 lg
  • Minestrone GFItalian Vegetable Soup with Beans, Pasta, and a Tomato-Based Broth, Garnished with Parmesan Cheese
    $92 sm$178 lg
  • Seafood Chowder GFClassic Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder with Scallops, Mussels, Clams, and White Fish
    $178 sm$351 lg
  • Gluten-Free Cheddar Biscuits GFAdd-on: per dozen
    $17/dozen
  • White Dinner RollsAdd-on: per dozen
    $13/dozen

Platters (Small 10-20 people / Large 20-30 people)

  • Hummus and Vegetable GF VG DFCreamy Homemade Hummus with Fresh Seasonal Vegetables
    $130 sm$254 lg
  • Local Oysters GF DFLocal Oysters On The Half Shell on Ice with Mignonette, Tabasco Sauce and Lemons
    $56/dozen
  • Snacking TableCharcuterie, cheese, vegetables & hummus, smoked salmon with cream cheese, bread, crackers, and more
    $1,674
  • Cheese VThree Types Of Cheese, Fruit and Nut Crackers, Compote, Almonds, Grapes and Dried Fruit
    $189 sm$373 lg
  • Charcuterie and Cheese ★ Chef’s PickGenoa Salami, Prosciutto, and Capicola, with Brie, Aged Cheddar, and Costello Danish Blue Cheese with accompaniments
    $200 sm$389 lg
  • Smoked SalmonCold Smoked Atlantic Salmon with Cream Cheese, Capers, Shaved Red Onion, Fresh Dill, Gherkins, Rye Bread
    $138 sm$297 lg
  • Chilled Seafood Tower GF DFLobsters, Oysters, Poached shrimp, Snow Crab Legs, Mussels, Scallop Ceviche, Caviar and Lots of Garnish
    $750 sm$1,485 lg

Sweet Stuff (Small 10-20 / Large 20-30)

  • Fruit Platter GF V ★ Chef’s PickAn Assortment of Melon, Grapes, Berries, and Citrus, Yogurt Dip
    $130 sm$254 lg
  • Chocolate Fondue GFFrangelico and Chocolate Fondue with Fresh Fruit, Berries, Marshmallows, Gluten-Free Graham Crackers, and Pretzels
    $130 sm$254 lg
  • Dessert Platter VChewy Brownies (12/24), Mini Tarts, Coconut Cream & Banana Cream (18/36), and Mini Strawberry Shortcakes
    $130 sm$254 lg

Finger Food Add-Ons

  • Self-Serve Beverages
    $15/pp
  • Custom Printed Menus
    $6/pp
  • Event Planning
    Quote
  • Day-of Shopping
    Fee applies

Good to Know

  • All-inclusive packages: $1,595 (up to 12 guests), $2,795 (up to 24 guests), or $4,995 (up to 50 guests), HST extra. All include chef hours, additional staff as needed, setup and cleanup.
  • À la carte prices are per item or per serving size noted. Your quote is based on the items you select.
  • Finger food events are available for 12 to 60 guests
  • Want to add a spread to a dinner event? Any item on this menu can be added to a seated dinner booking as a pre-dinner snack or cocktail hour course. Item minimums apply.
  • For all non-package bookings, staff are included as needed at the chef’s discretion and charged at $200 per staff member
  • Travel: $30/hr each way for locations 1+ hour from Dartmouth
  • All prices before HST

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