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Cocktail & Event Menu

Finger Food Menu

Cocktail parties, receptions, and pre-dinner spreads. Two 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 curated menu, and nothing to organise on the night. Both packages include chef hours and one additional staff member, disposable plates and cocktail napkins, 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
  • Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
  • Steak and Pepper Sheet Pan Nachos

One curated 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 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 curated 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 a message with your guest count and event type — Chef Ben will put together a recommendation.

Dippers (serves up to 12)

  • HummusHomemade Garlic Hummus with Mini Pita Bread
    $38
  • Chipotle, Corn, and Bacon DipCreamy and Cheesy Dip with Sweet Corn, Bacon and Chipotle. Served Hot with Warm Tortilla Chips
    $63
  • White Bean DipRoasted Garlic and White Bean Dip. Served with Terra Vegetable Chips
    $38
  • Smoked Salmon DipCreamy Smoked Salmon Dip with Lemon and Dill. Served with Kettle Chips
    $63
  • Spinach Artichoke Dip ★ Chef's PickWarm Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Mozzarella, Cream Cheese, and Parmesan. Served with Warm Tortilla Chips
    $63

Flatbreads (min 2 per item)

  • MargheritaHomemade Marinara Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, and Fresh Basil Finished with Olive Oil
    $38
  • Roasted Mushroom ★ Chef's PickRoasted Mixed Mushrooms with Roasted Garlic, Fresh Rosemary, Mozzarella and Gruyere
    $50
  • Pear and GorgonzolaThinly 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 VegetableRoasted Zucchini, Bell Peppers, and Red Onions with Pesto and Goat Cheese
    $50

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

  • Mushrooms on ToastPan-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 CheesePear Chutney with Creamy Gorgonzola on an Olive Oil and Balsamic Crostini
    $45
  • Pesto ChickenRoasted Chicken Breast with Pesto Mayo, Blistered Tomatoes and Micro Greens
    $53
  • Bruschetta ★ Chef's PickMarinated Cherry Tomatoes with Herb and Garlic Boursin Cheese On Sourdough Toast Finished with Balsamic Glaze
    $45
  • Roast Beef on ToastThinly 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 BlueberryBrie and Blueberry Compote Finished with Balsamic Glaze
    $45
  • Smoked Cheddar and BaconApplewood Smoked Cheddar and Crispy Bacon
    $50
  • CapreseTomato, Mozzarella, and Pesto. Finished with Balsamic Glaze
    $45
  • Cubano ★ Chef's PickShaved Ham, Swiss Cheese, Mustard and Sweet Pickle
    $50

Forks and Skewers (per dozen, min 2 dozen)

  • Baked Potato SkewersMini Baked Potatoes with Sour Cream, Chives, Cheddar Cheese and Bacon Bits
    $35
  • Thai MeatballsPork Meatballs with Ginger, Garlic, Chili, and Lemon. Served with Thai Sweet Chili Sauce
    $53
  • Pineapple ChickenPineapple Chicken Skewer with a Homemade BBQ Sauce Glaze
    $56
  • Greek Salad SkewersFeta Cheese, Cucumber, Olive, and Cherry Tomato, with a Homemade Greek Dressing
    $30
  • Chicken Parm MeatballsItalian Chicken Meatballs Stuffed with Mozzarella Cheese. Served with Homemade Marinara Sauce and Parmesan
    $53
  • Beef SatayTender Strips Of Marinated Beef Served with Thai Peanut Sauce
    $56
  • Teriyaki Mushroom SkewersCremini Mushrooms Marinated in Homemade Teriyaki Sauce, Roasted and Skewered
    $27
  • Tequila Lime ShrimpPan Seared Shrimp with Tequila Lime Sauce. Garnished with Fresh Cilantro
    $50
  • Bacon-Wrapped Scallops ★ 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)

  • VegetarianRoasted Bell Peppers, Onions, and Mushrooms. Seasoned Black Beans, Pepper Jack and Cheddar Cheese
    $73
  • Hawaiian BBQ PorkCrispy Pork Belly with Hawaiian Barbecue Sauce, Pineapple Pico de Gallo, Smoked Cheddar and Mozzarella
    $84
  • Cajun ChickenCajun Roasted Chicken Breast with Sauteed Red Onions and Red Bell Pepper, Pickled Jalapenos, BBQ Sauce
    $81
  • Steak and Pepper ★ 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 ChilliChickpeas, Black Beans, and Kidney Beans in a Spicy Tomato Sauce with Bell Peppers, Corn, Zucchini
    $92 sm$178 lg
  • Mussels5 or 10 lbs of East Coast Mussels Cooked In White Wine and Garlic Butter
    $92 sm$178 lg
  • Beef Chilli ★ Chef's PickGround Beef and Red Kidney Beans in a Spicy Tomato Sauce with Bell Peppers, Onion, and Garlic
    $146 sm$286 lg
  • MinestroneItalian Vegetable Soup with Beans, Pasta, and a Tomato-Based Broth, Garnished with Parmesan Cheese
    $92 sm$178 lg
  • Seafood ChowderClassic Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder with Scallops, Mussels, Clams, and White Fish
    $178 sm$351 lg

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

  • Hummus and VegetableCreamy Homemade Hummus with Fresh Seasonal Vegetables
    $130 sm$254 lg
  • Local OystersLocal 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
  • CheeseThree 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
    $138 sm$297 lg
  • Chilled Seafood TowerThree whole lobsters, a dozen oysters, 1.5 lbs poached shrimp, over 1 lb snow crab legs
    $643 sm$1,274 lg

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

  • Fruit Platter ★ Chef's PickAn Assortment of Melon, Grapes, Berries, and Citrus
    $130 sm$254 lg
  • Chocolate FondueFrangelico and Chocolate Fondue with Fresh Fruit, Berries, Marshmallows, Graham Crackers, and Pretzels
    $130 sm$254 lg
  • Dessert PlatterChewy Brownies (12/24), Mini Tarts, Coconut Cream & Banana Cream (18/36), and Mini Strawberry Shortcakes
    $130 sm$254 lg

Good to Know

  • All-inclusive packages: $1,595 (up to 12 guests) or $2,795 (up to 24 guests), HST extra. Both include chef hours, one additional staff member, disposables, setup and cleanup.
  • À la carte prices are per item or per serving size noted. Your quote is based on what you select and your guest count.
  • Finger food events are available for up to 40–50 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
  • Travel: $30/hr each way for locations 1+ hour from Dartmouth
  • All prices before HST

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