<<

Wedding RECEPTION PACKAGE and LOCATIONS

ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGES

Bu et Dinner Package...... Served Dinner Package...... Per person charge applies to all guests, including children over age 2. Children under age 2 are free.

Tax and Service Charge: All prices subject to a 19% service charge and Ohio state sales tax.

EITHER PACKAGE INCLUDES: • Five-hour room rental* • Basic linens • Dance floor • Choice of two appetizers • Dinner selection • Four-hour house bar • Planning and consultation • China, flatware and glassware • Tables and chairs • Cake cutting service • On-site wedding coordinator • One golf cart *Additional hour – Ask for details

AVAILABLE LOCATIONS

THE LODGE Seating Capacity 120-150 THE ARCTIC ENCOUNTER® Seating Capacity 50 (Bu et Service Only) This premier facility will transport you and your guests to the wilds of The Arctic Encounter® is the coolest place to host your wedding! Enjoy your Africa. Decorated with exotic artifacts, the Lodge is a dramatic backdrop for special day surrounded by waterfalls, running streams, articial rock and ice your and includes a 16’ x 16’ dance oor. This state-of-the-art exhibits. Ask about having the polar bears out to play! facility is adjacent to the Primate Forest, transforming your celebration into a Food and beverage minimum - $3,000 real safari adventure! The attached outdoor Beastro area is also included weather permitting. Food and beverage minimum - $6,000 PENGUIN BEACH Inquire with sales representative Penguin Beach takes you right through the animals’ exhibit; you’ll also see NAIROBI EVENT PAVILION Seating Capacity 500 penguins “y underwater” through cleverly designed viewing venues. This private event pavilion is set in the midst of the Africa! exhibit. Enjoy the privacy and beauty of being immersed in bamboo-screened walls in this AQUARIUM Seating capacity 70 remarkable indoor/outdoor facility. Fully equipped with lighting, sound and a Our dynamic new Aquarium creates an exotic evening in the tropics! Nibble on 16 ’ x 20’ dance oor, it can accommodate your wedding toasts, DJ or band. hors d’oeuvres next to our coral reef or sip a cocktail while our sharks watch Ask about adding cocktails and hors d’oeuvres on the Africa! Overlook. The your every move. This rental facility is the only place in Toledo where the Nairobi Event Pavilion o ers a memorable environment for your wedding reception. Food and beverage minimum - $12,000 atmosphere will always be warm! Food and beverage minimum - $5,000

THE GREAT HALL Seating Capacity 140 Located inside the Museum of Science, one of the Zoo’s historical WPA buildings, the Great Hall features a stunning stone oor and high ceilings that create a dramatic e ect for your wedding day. Located next to Nature’s Neighborhood, the Great Hall includes a 16’ x 20’ dance oor, lighting and sound, and also o ers an outside courtyard for your cocktail hour. Food and beverage minimum - $6,000 PACKAGE and LOCATIONS

Congratulations on your ! Thank you for your interest in the Toledo Zoo catering facilities. Now let the Toledo Zoo plan your rehearsal dinner. We will do all the work while you mingle with your friends and family. We will even theme your event with appropriate décor and linens. Only the Zoo can offer such an extraordinary seing for your special event! ALL-INCLUSIVE REHEARSAL DINNER PACKAGES Bu et Dinners...... Served Dinners...... Tax and Service Charge: All prices subject to a 19% service charge and Ohio state sales tax. Rehearsal dinners for a minimum of 20 guests include: • Room rental • Basic linens • Choice of 2 appetizers • Microphone and podium • Bu et or served dinner • Two-hour house (beer, wine and soda) bar • Golf cart

AVAILABLE LOCATIONS The Lodge Seating Capacity 120-150 This premier banquet facility will transport you and your guests to the wilds of Africa. Decorated with exotic artifacts, the Lodge is a dramatic backdrop for your rehearsal dinner. This state-of-the-art facility is adjacent to the Primate Forest, transforming your celebration into a real safari adventure! Food and beverage minimum - $2,000

Arctic Encounter® Seating Capacity 50 (Bu et service only) The Arctic Encounter® is the coolest place to host your special event. Enjoy your specially catered meal surrounded by waterfalls, running streams, articial rock and ice exhibits. A in the Arctic has never been so cool! Food and beverage minimum - $2,000

• All facilities are subject to availability BUFFET DINNER

BUFFET SELECTIONS Choice of two Entrées Top round carving station- slow-roasted choice top round carved by one of our chefs and accompanied by whole roasted button mushrooms, black pepper au jus and horseradish sauce. Pork roast carving station- pork loin roasted with lots of rosemary and garlic, chef-carved and accompanied by stewed peppers and tomatoes. Herb-roasted turkey carving station- herb-rubbed, whole turkey breast, hand-carved for your guests and served with white wine cream sauce. Soy-grilled ank steak- marinated in cola and soy sauce, grilled and nished with colorful bell peppers and green onions. Grilled pork chops- hand cut, boneless chops topped with our barbecued onions and fresh parsley. Chicken Parmesan- breaded, sautéed and nished with our house-made marinara and freshly grated parmesan. Chicken Provencal- grilled whole breast, sauced with a rustic tomato, onion and Kalamata olive sauce. Herb-crusted chicken- marinated with lemon, olive oil and plenty of avorful herbs. Finished with a white wine cream sauce. Greek style mahi mahi- broiled lets topped with feta, dill and fresh lemon slices. Eggplant Roulade- roasted eggplant rolled and stu ed with ricotta, then sauced with sundried tomato cream. Great for vegetarians!

Choice of two Starches Choice of two Vegetables • Garlic and cream cheese smashed potatoes • Green beans amandine • Rosemary roasted redskin potatoes • Buttered zucchini • Rice pilaf • Glazed baby carrots • Penne pesto primavera • Ratatouille • Israeli couscous with olives and roasted tomatoes • Key West blend • Bacon and carmelized onion macaroni and cheese • Green bean and red onion salad, chilled

Mashed Potato Bar Garlic and cream cheese smashed potatoes, sour cream, chives, whipped herb butter, chicken gravy, shredded cheddar cheese and real bacon bits. Baked potatoes available upon request.

All Bu et Dinners Include Served garden greens, choice of two dressings (ranch, Italian, raspberry vinaigrette, balsamic or lemon poppy seed), warm rolls with our herb butter, co ee and iced tea SERVED DINNER

SERVED DINNER SELECTIONS New York strip steak- 10 oz. choice, grilled to medium and nished with pats of our herb butter. Ribeye- 10 oz. choice grilled to medium and topped with fried leek straws. Prime rib- 10 oz. of slow-roasted, hand-sliced choice rib eye. Served with bowls of horseradish cream and black pepper jus. Surf and turf- a 4 oz. tournedo of beef and three skewered, blackened shrimp stacked with gremolata (a lemon, shallot and parsley relish). Chicken cordon bleu- chicken breast, stu ed with ham and Swiss cheese, breaded and sauced with a chicken velouté. Crab cakes aioli- two savory crab cakes served with our lemon and caper aioli. Billionaire’s pork tenderloin: three tenderloin medallions wrapped in our house-cured bacon and then broiled. Complete with a jalepeño honey glaze. Vegetable Napoleon: roasted portobello mushroom, squash, eggplant and bell pepper. Artfully stacked and drizzled with bay leaf scented balsamic syrup. Totally vegan.

Choice of one Starch Choice of one Vegetable • Garlic and cream cheese smashed potatoes • Asparagus bundle with squash ribbon • Parmesan and green onion potato cake • Ratatouille • Herbed orzo pilaf • Whipped cauliflower • Twice-baked potatoes with sour cream • Ginger-glazed snap peas • Sweet potato and ginger cake • Whole roasted button mushrooms

All Served Dinners Include Served garden greens, choice of two dressings (ranch, Italian, raspberry vinaigrette, balsamic vinaigrette and lemon poppy seed), warm rolls with herb butter, co ee and iced tea

• Two entrée selections are included • Number of each selection desired must be given with nal count BAR SERVICE

Wedding Reception Bar Service Rehearsal Dinner Bar Service

HOUSE HOUSE Four hours...... Included with package Two Hours...... included with package • Domestic bottled beer (Bud, Bud Light and O’Doul’s) • Domestic bottled beer (Bud, Bud Light and O’Doul’s) • House wines • House liquors • House wines • Pepsi beverages • Pepsi beverages Add house liquor...... SELECT Four hours...... SELECT • Imported and domestic bottled beer (Heineken, Corona, Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob Ultra and O’Doul’s) Two hours (beer & wine only) ...... • Select wines Two hours (beer, wine & liquor) ...... • Select liquors • Pepsi beverages PREMIUM PREMIUM Two hours (beer & wine only) ...... Four hours...... Two Hours (beer, wine & liquor)...... • Imported and domestic bottled beer (Heineken, Corona, Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob Ultra and O’Doul’s) • Premium wines • Premium liquors • Pepsi beverages

All-night soda service (after 4 hours) ......

Ask about specialty drinks and craft beers

Extend bar an hour……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Soda service all night (after package hours are complete)…………………………………………………………………… APPETIZERS • SALADS

APPETIZERS SALADS Choice of two House salad: Garden greens, shredded carrots, cherry tomatoes Cajun crab stu ed mushrooms and cucumbers ...... Included with package Bruschetta Tuscan salad: shaved fennel, freshly grated Parmesan and Spinach and artichoke dip with fresh tortilla chips Meatballs marinara white beans. Accompanied by our balsamic vinaigrette on Sweet and sour meatballs the side...... Pineapple cilantro chicken bites Chicken satay with Thai peanut sauce Summer salad: mixed greens with crumbled bleu cheese, candied Fresh vegetables with dill dip nuts and apple slices. Served best with our lemon poppy seed Fresh cut fruit display vinaigrette on the side ...... Betty’s salad: The Toledo classic: fresh spinach, bean sprouts, Additional appetizers available upon request: bacon and egg crumbles. Served with Betty’s own sweet dressing Cheese selection with crackers, serves approx. 50 ...... Classic shrimp cocktail: 50 pieces...... 100 pieces...... Baked Brie, serves approx. 30...... with bacon and maple syrup, assorted crackers

DIRECTIONS to Zoo • MAP of Zoo

DIRECTIONS TO ZOO ZOO MAP and RENTAL LOCATIONS 1. Formal Gardens 7. Beastro The Toledo Zoo is located 4 miles south of downtown Toledo. 2. The Lodge 8. Arctic Encounter® • Traveling NORTH or SOUTH, take I-75, exit at #201-A and you are 3. Amphitheatre 9. Wolf Cabin 5 minutes away on State Route 25 South. • Traveling EAST or WEST, take the Ohio Turnpike, exit at 59 and 4. Broadway Pavilion 10. Nairobi Event Pavilion you are approximately 10 minutes away by following Reynolds Rd. 5. Indoor Theatre 11. Africa! Overlook (U.S. 20) north to Glendale Ave. to the Anthony Wayne Trail (S.R. 25) 6. Museum of Science 12. Penguin Beach or exit at gate 64, follow I-75N to exit #201-A and follow S.R. 25 south. Great Hall 13. Aquarium • For online directions use this address: 2 Hippo Way • Toledo, OH 43609 • NO PARKING AT THE BROADWAY LOCATION 10 11

8

9

2

7

Penguin Beach 12 5 6 3

1 13 4 Wedding CEREMONY PACKAGE

CEREMONY PACKAGE Available only with reception package

Package includes: • Venue rental • Amplication with two wireless handheld/stand microphones for the duration of the ceremony • Set-up and tear-down • Grey chairs • Rain plan indoor location • Rehearsal • Dressing rooms for and groom (upon availability)

AVAILABLE LOCATIONS

FORMAL GARDENS Seating Capacity 150 Available May through September Tucked away with its beautiful landscaping and breathtaking array of owers and plants, the Zoo’s Formal Gardens o er a touch of serenity to your wedding ceremony while providing excellent photo opportunities.

INDOOR THEATRE Seating Capacity 400 Available January through September Enjoy the historic ambience of the Indoor Theatre. Located inside the Museum of Science and built in 1936, this theatre is unparalleled in craftsmanship and design. The Indoor Theatre provides a dramatic backdrop like no other. Add bottled water for your ceremony.

DRESSING ROOM PACKAGES (Serves 5-8 people) Seasonal Cut Fruit Bowl...... Mini Sandwich Platter...... (10 sandwiches: turkey, ham, cheese, lettuce, tomato and condiments on a side platter) Crudité with Dill Dip...... Kettle Chips, Pretzel Twists and Popcorn boxes...... Fruit and Cheese Tray with Crackers...... Deli Tray...... (roast beef, turkey, ham, cheddar, Swiss, lettuce and tomatoes, whole grain mustard, pickle slices, and sliced rolls) Beer and champagne available

REHEARSAL DINNER • DESSERTS • CHAMPAGNE • SPECIALTY ITEMS

DESSERTS CHAMPAGNE* Summer strawberry stack ...... Additional charge by consumption sweet phyllo crisps with marinated strawberries and freshly whipped cream HOUSE Château Lafayette Extra Dry Champagne...... Tiger striped cheesecake...... Andre Pink Champagne...... New York style cheese cake with dulce de leche and Château Noir Brut...... chocolate syrup Ballatore Spumante...... SELECT Mexican chocolate mousse ...... smooth mousse spiked with orange liquor, cinnamon Santini Asti Spumante...... and chili powder. Topped with freshly whipped cream Cristilino Brut Champagne...... Zonin Prosecco...... Mini Dessert Selection...... PREMIUM Brownie bites Mini cheesecakes Kenwood Brut Cuvée...... Mini pecan pies in Mini dark chocolate cups Maribelle Brut...... phyllo cup shells with chocolate mousse filling Chocloate covered strawberries NON-ALCOHOLIC Sparkling Grape Juice...... Cupcakes* ...... *1 dozen minimum cupcake order. Table-side wine service (90 minutes) Available in all basic cake flavors House...... Select...... Cut-out Cookies Premium...... Jumbo ...... Medium...... *Brands subject to availability Mini...... SPECIALTY COFFEE BAR...... Brewed regular and decaf co ees served with a selection of vanilla, raspberry, caramel, Irish cream and hazelnut avorings, accompanied by whipped cream topping, cinnamon sugar and sprinkles.

LATE NIGHT Pizza...... Novelty popcorn boxes...... Catering REQUIREMENTS

GUARANTEES Attendance must be guaranteed 15 calendar days in advance. The number reserved will be considered a guarantee, and charges will be made for the number served or the number reserved, whichever is greater.

FOOD AND BEVERAGES All food and beverage service will be provided and served by the Toledo Zoo. The consumption of raw or uncooked food, such as beef or chicken which may contain harmful bacteria, may cause serious illness or death.

ALL PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. TAX AND SERVICE CHARGE All prices subject to a 19% service charge and Ohio state sales tax. The Toledo Zoo has a full-service sta and an executive chef to accommodate all your catering needs. If you need a custom menu or have special needs, we are more than happy to help. The Toledo Zoo does not book any wedding-related events during Lights Before Christmas. MINIMUMS Each location has a minimum total food and beverage bill unique to its location. Wedding CAKES from the Toledo Zoo’s TIMBERLINE BAKERY

Basic ...... $2.50/slice Mini Dessert Selection...... $1.50/each Gourmet wedding cake...... $2.75/slice Mini cheesecakes (turtle, cookies ‘n’ cream, Snickers, cherry) Fondant wedding cake...... $3.65/slice Chocolate-covered strawberries Brownie bites Cake Flavors Mini pecan pies in phyllo cup shells Basic Mini dark chocolate cups with chocolate mousse filling White, chocolate, yellow, marble, , lemon, strawberry Gourmet ** Kitchen Cakes (Price/cake size dependent on guest count) Neapolitan, mint chocolate, cookies ‘n’ cream, orange Quarter Sheet (serves 25)...... $33.95 creamsicle, pink champagne, chocolate, red velvet, caramel, Half Sheet (serves 45-50)...... $60.95 cherry amaretto, snickerdoodle, chocolate amaretto, Full Sheet (serves 80-100)...... $108.95 peanut butter ** more flavors available Seasonal Favorites * Cut-out Cookies Banana nut, tropical, pumpkin, chai tea latte, carrot, key lime, Large ...... $17.95/dozen hummingbird *gourmet pricing Medium ...... $9.95/dozen Cupcakes Mini ...... $4.95/dozen Cutout cookie favor bags, add...... $3.95/dozen Basic Regular $1.25 Mini $0.85 Gourmet Regular $1.50 Mini $1.00 1 dozen minimum cupcake order. Available in all basic cake flavors Delivery Charges Within city limits delivery and set up fee is $50 Buttercream Icing Flavors Outside of city limits (up to 75 miles one way) additional charge vanilla, cream cheese, lime, lemon, orange, peppermint, white chocolate chocolate, peanut butter, strawberry, hazelnut, For more information, please contact: cookies ‘n’ cream, mint, caramel, espresso, cinnamon sugar, Samantha Nye, Manager 419.385.5721, ext. 3120 vanilla Bettercream®, chocolate Bettercream® Group Sales 419.385.5721, ext. 6001 Fillings NOTE: Cakes Cupcakes Prices listed are for 2014. 2015 pricing subject to change. $7.50/tier Regular $1.60 Mini $1.10 Strawberry, lemon, raspberry, cherry EQUIPMENT Rental • WEDDING FAVORS

ADDITIONAL ITEMS AVAILABLE FOR RENT Lavaliere microphone...... Risers (per 4’ x 8’ section)...... Portable screen ...... Floor length linens (each)...... Laptop...... Linen chair covers with sashes (each)...... Data projector ...... White cushioned chairs (each)...... Tech time (per hour)...... Chaivari chairs (each) ...... Extra Golf Cart ...... Round tables for Nairobi (each)...... 20 oz. water bottles for ceremonies (each) .. * All rentals are subject to a delivery fee

Nairobi Receptions: Train rental...... Carousel rental ...... Animals on exhibit...... Due to liability and compatibility issues, we do not allow outside A/V equipment to be brought into our facilities. All specialty rentals must be arranged through the Toledo Zoo.

Wedding FAVORS At the Toledo Zoo, conservation is at the heart of what we do. The Conservation Today program is one way you can make a di erence in the natural world. Can’t think of a fun or exciting favor? Don’t want to bother with candies or chocolates? 100 card minimum. Your guests will love the sophisticated design of our Conservation Today cards, along with the powerful Sample favor card. Actual size is 2.5” x 3.5”. message that lets them know you’re making a Assortment of animals and colors to choose from. di erence in the natural world.

Please contact your Sales representative to learn more.