2018 Holiday Menus
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2018 HOLIDAY MENUS Proof of the Pudding has been Atlanta’s largest award-winning caterer for more than 39 years. We dish out ‘innovative culinary creations’ that are locally sourced from our purveyors to ensure the freshest, seasonally inspired ingredients. We do our best to create the vision of our clients through careful planning and collaboration. Our passionate team creates customized, creative menus for you and your guests to make your event more than memorable! testimonials “Your sales and operations team did a fabulous job for our visiting team and the all-day and night Leadership Sponsored events on that date. The Proof of the Pudding team was there with spot on, top notch service from early in the morning setting a beautiful breakfast buffet, quick change over to a perfect lunch and into the evening reception showcase event with great VEN service and great food. I was proud to have recommended Proof of the Pudding to handle the day, and our out of town team were well pleased. PRO Please pass along my gratitude to the team that took care of us on this day and I look forward to working with you on future events. Voted ‘BEST CULINARY INNOVATION ‘,’ BEST MENU Booz | Allen | Hamilton DESIGN’, ‘BEST OFF-PREMISE CATERING’, ‘ BEST ON-PREMISE CATERING’, – 2017 Allie Awards “You should know we’ve received a number of comments from attendees Proud Member of ‘Leading Caterers of America’ all positive -- regarding the quality of the dinner and overall experience. 2013 – 2017 One attendee made a specific point to tell us “The beef was the best I have had so far in my entire life!” Georgia State University Top 25 Caterers List in U.S. – Special Events Magazine – 2014 - 2017 “Proof has been a long standing partner to all of us at Juice Studios and First Place NACE Event Design Trends – 2010 we would highly recommend them! By being a solid partner - they un- Voted ‘BEST MENU DESIGN,’ ‘BEST MENU derstand the value of working together to great amazing events and doing PRESENTATION’, what it takes to take care of you and the end client!” ‘BEST CULINARY INNOVATION’ – International Partner, Juice Studios Special Events Society – 2014, 2015 Best of Atlanta Eating Places – 2009, 2015 “Thank you again for your partnership yesterday for the delicious food, Voted ‘BEST TEAM EFFORT,’ ‘BEST CAKE florals, and linens you provided for IHG! The clients absolutely loved the PRESENTATION, ‘BEST MENU DESIGN, food and presentation! They think they landed the program…so keep your ’ BEST SOCIAL EVENT 10k – 25k – International calendars available for October 26-28th! You and your proof team went Special Events Society – 2012 above and beyond for us….I can’t thank you enough for your collaboration! Voted Atlanta’s “BEST CATERER” – AlliedPRA Atlanta Business Chronicle – 2000-2015 Voted ‘ BEST CATERING SERVICE’ Daily Report, “I wanted to take a minute to let you know that your team is WONDERFUL- Best Of Awards – International Special Events from the sales rep to the servers - everyone is professional, courteous and Society – 2014, 2015 gracious. They are always willing to help out, pitch in and give 110%. Our First Place ‘BEST FOOD’ ISES Race for the Taste – building couldn’t be successful without our partners and Proof of the International Special Events Society – 2014 Pudding is one of our favorites. One word to sum it up. Phenomenal! Thanks for all you and your team do!” Academy of Medicine I just wanted to send a quick note of thanks to you and your team for allow our talented team to the AMAZING job on the food, ambiance and décor for our event. I love having Proof of the Pudding cater our events not just for the amazing food, customize your menu from this but also for the great staff and team that works our events. Thank you for , always being accommodating, flexible and so gracious. I love working packet of our chef s favorites! with you! Georgia Tech Meetings Team 2 Passing By! Sweet Endings 3 Festive Savory Holiday Bites 14 Description Festive Strolling Suppers Chef Attended Dessert Stations 4 Description 15 Description Chef Attended Trend Stations Dessert Bars 10 Description 16 Description Self Serve Trend Stations Nitty Gritty 12 Festive Savory Holiday Bites 17 Description 3 passing by! FESTIVE SAVORY HOLIDAY BITES Choose a minimum of four to compliment your reception menu SEASONAL SOUP SHOOTERS Butternut Squash & White Cheddar Popcorn Tomato & Basil, Grilled Cheese Bite She Crab Bisque & Hush Puppy Bite MEAT Chimichurri Grilled Lamb Lollipop w/Quinoa Pilaf Smoked Duck Meatball, Roasted Cherry Glaze Korean Beef BBQ, Pickled Onions, Carrots & Fresh Cilantro (GF) Crispy Chicken Lollipop, Cranberry Mustard Drizzle Petite Beef Wellington, Wild Mushroom Demi Tiny Beef Burger, Caramelized Onions, Swiss Brioche Bun, Dijon Mayonnaise Mini Rosemary Biscuits, Pimento Cheese & Ham Chicken Quesadilla Cone Mini Hasselbeck Potato, Brie, Applewood Smoked Bacon the nutcracker Prosciutto Butter, Parmesan Bite Spicy Thai Meatball, Coconut Curry Live Action Rosemary Infused Nut Cones SEAFOOD Add to any cocktail hour for Chipotle Shrimp, Cheddar Corn Cake, Pomegranate Essence An additional cost per guest Mini Crab Cake, Cajun Aioli Sesame Encrusted Tuna, Seaweed Salad (GF) Rosemary Roasted Shrimp Shooter, Lemon Wedge, Arcadian Sauce (GF) House-Smoked Salmon, Potato Gaufrette Chip Mini Tuna Poke Bite, Caramelized Pineapple, Sweet Soy Tempura Lobster Bite, Saffron Aioli Fripp Island Crab Salad Bite, Corn, Cotija Cheese VEGETARIAN Grilled Artichoke Caprese, Artichoke, Basil, Mozzarella, Pesto Drizzle Stuffed Sweet Peppers, Lemon Garlic Goat Cheese, Smoked Tomato Sauce (Vegan/GF) Roasted Tomato, Goat Cheese, Goji Cracker, Crispy Basil Ginger Bleu Bite, Local Asher Bleu Cheese, Ginger Snap, Sliced Pear, Fig Preserves Brie En Croûte, Cranberries, Puff Pastry, Maple Glaze Vegetarian Empanada, Mango Salsa Thyme Roasted Blueberry Jam, Triple Cream Brie, Mini Buttermilk Biscuit Petite Potato Bite, Hummus, Smokey Paprika 4 FESTIVE STROLLING SUPPERS THE FEAST Smoked Trout Toast, Kale, Pepito Pesto Proof’s Party Salad Gourmet Lettuce, Pecan Brie, Cranberry, Apple, Sage Dressing, Croutons Salt & Pepper Encrusted Sliced Beef Tenderloin, Tarragon Aioli Cream, Petite Rolls Carved Fried Turkey* Roasted Sweet Potato & Butternut Squash, Cinnamon, Sage, Marshmallow Topper Winter Roasted Root Vegetables FESTIVE SWEET TREATS! Apple & Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Mini Pies Winter Gingerbread Mini Cakes Crème Anglaise Santa’s Cookie & Custard Shooters Miniature Godiva Custard & Dutch Cocoa Shortbread Cookies *Pre-Carved or Carved to Order for an additional fee 5 FESTIVE STROLLING SUPPERS(con’t) THE HOLIDAY The Big Board Imported Cheese Including: Cheddar Cheese Curds, Gruyere Comte, Black Jack Pepperjack, Pecorino Romano, Carr Valley Apple Smoked Cheddar & Statesboro Blue Cheese Wheel Charcuterie Display Including: Prosciutto, Sopressata, Cappicola, Genoa Salami, Salami Rosa Dried Fruits, Seasonal Fruit, Fig Preserves & Honeycomb Assorted Crackers, Breadsticks & Flatbreads Cured Olives, Artichoke Hearts, Dried Apricots, Fig Jam & Marcona Almonds, Dusted with Rosemary Sprigs, Savannah Honeycomb, Fig Preserves, Dried Fruits & Roasted Nuts Collard Green Dip Fried Vidalia Onions, Local Gouda Cheese, Bacon Rosemary Roasted Shrimp Skewer, Creole Aioli Herb Rubbed NY Strip, Cranberry Mustard Country Ham & Pimento Cheese Biscuits Potatoes Two Ways: Herb Mashed Potatoes, Topped With Bacon, Chives, Cheddar Cheese, Smashed Sweet Potatoes, Pineapple, Marshmallows, Whipped Butter, Brown Sugar Gourmet Crackers & Flatbreads Add Lamb Lollipops, Mint Chutney For An Extra 4.00 Per Guest FESTIVE SWEET TREATS! Ice-Kissed Mini Baby Cakes: Raspberry, Chocolate-Espresso, Red Velvet Holiday Posh Puddings: Peppermint & Gingerbread Seasonal Tartlets 6 FESTIVE STROLLING SUPPERS(con’t) THE GATHERING Local Artisan Cheese Board Gourmet Crackers & Flatbreads Winter Salad Sweet Gem Lettuce, Kale, Pomegranate Vinaigrette, Parmesan Crisps, Sweetie Drops Butternut Squash Ravioli Cranberry Sage Cream, Cranberries Smoked Maple Salmon Grilled Lemons Asparagus with Roasted Red Peppers & Onions Pretzel Crusted Chicken Breast, Fig Mustard Sauce FESTIVE SWEET TREATS! Warm Godiva Spiked White Chocolate Bread Pudding Bites Raspberry Crème Poached Pear Tartlets Very Merry Chocolate Bar Spicy Chocolate Cayenne Cookies, Chocolate-Peppermint Brownies, Chocolate Kahlua Pudding & Chocolate Cup Cakes With Toffee Icing 7 FESTIVE STROLLING SUPPERS(con’t) THE NORTH POLE Wedge Salad Martini Fried Sliced Black Pepper Chicken, White Garlic Gravy* Biscuit Bar Assorted Sweet Potato, Buttermilk & Rosemary Biscuits Apple Butter, Honey Butter, Cajun Butter & Sweet Cream Butter Caramelized Collard Greens Black Eyed Peas Not-Your-Average Grits Bar Loganville Gouda Grits Served with Choice of Toppings: Grilled Shrimp & Andouille Sausage, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Applewood Smoked Cheddar, Pecan Smoked Bacon, Pepper & Onion Hash, Fried Onion Straws, Hot Sauce FESTIVE SWEET TREATS! Seasonal Baby Cakes Shortbread Cookies *Pre-Carved or Carved to Order for an additional fee 8 FESTIVE STROLLING SUPPERS(con’t) SOUTH POLE Savory Tortes Goat Cheese, Sundried Tomato, Basil Roasted Winter Root Vegetables Mixed Greens, Feta Cheese, Pickled Beets, Cranberries, Blood Orange Vinaigrette Smoked Salmon Add 4.00 Per Guest Pecan Crusted Chicken, Maple Bourbon Glaze Coca-Cola Infused Short Ribs Burgundy Roasted Brussel Sprouts Good Ol’ Mac & Cheese Bar Local Asher Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Diced Tomatoes, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Onion & Pepper Hash Try Lobster Mac & Cheese Add 4.00