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Gourmet Entertaining and Gift Giving Guide GOURMET ENTERTAINING AND GIFT GIVING GUIDE For 20 years, Urban Fare has been Western Canada’s premier food destination for one reason—our commitment to selling only the freshest and finest quality products. This dedication extends to our line of catering and gift items, which our Guest Services teams produce in-store. You can always count on Urban Fare to create amazing, edible works of art for giving or sharing. Whether you’re looking to dazzle your guests with our Chef’s crostini appetizers or surprise your favourite client with a gourmet gift basket, we promise you’ll be impressed by our unconditional service and quality. We use only the best, freshest and whenever possible, local ingredients in our store-made products. Our gift baskets are thoughtfully assembled and elegantly packaged. We welcome you to visit one of our stores and see exactly how we do it. Don’t quite see what you’re looking for? Our talented Guest Services team will turn your idea into a superb creation. appetizers & hors d’oeuvres 2 gourmet sandwiches & wraps 5 gourmet catering platters 6 salads & extras 8 breakfast and sweet treats 9 gourmet gift baskets 10 gift basket add-ons + how to order 12 THERE IS NO LOVE SINCERER THAN THE LOVE OF FOOD. — george bernard shaw 3 Let our Chefs do the cooking so you can truly enjoy entertaining. Whatever the occasion, we can arrange memorable dishes made with all the best fresh local and exotic ingredients. Breakfast meetings, luncheons, evening entertaining, cocktail parties or simple gatherings — let us share our love of food with you and your guests. BC SALMON ROSETTES 4 APPIES & HORS D’OEUVRES SPICY CHICKEN SATAYS CROSTINI Get your taste buds tingling with our Tasty and colourful Mediterranean inspired spicy grilled chicken satays. Served toasted appetizers. Select one of the following: with an Asian style peanut sauce. grilled vegetable & Parmesan, tomato & basil pesto, and curried chicken & apricot. $2 EACH min. 10 pieces $45 one dozen pieces GRILLED ASPARAGUS Smoky grilled-to-perfection asparagus JUMBO PRAWNS wrapped in Italian prosciutto is sure to Highly recommended. These succulent wine please your guests. poached jumbo prawns are a staple for any cocktail party. Served with cocktail sauce. $1.75 EACH min. 10 pieces $4 EACH min. 12 pieces WEST COAST SALMON ROSETTES West Coast smoked salmon rosettes with fluffy herbed cream cheese, caper berries and served on crostini style baguettes. (left) $2.25 EACH min. 10 pieces MY DOCTOR TOLD ME TO STOP HAVING INTIMATE DINNERS FOR FOUR; UNLESS THERE ARE THREE OTHER PEOPLE. — orson welles 5 APPIES & HORS D’OEUVRES TOMATO & BOCCONCINI SKEWERS Fresh grape tomatoes with fresh basil and mini bocconcini, skewered and drizzled with Urban Fare Olive Oil. $1.75 EACH min. 10 pieces VEGGIES & DIP (CRUDITÉ) MINI CRAB CAKES A colourful selection of fresh broccoli, carrots, celery, cherry tomatoes, cauliflower, Our famous mini crab cakes, bursting with bell peppers, cucumbers and radishes. sweet crab meat and diced local veggies. Served with our house dip. Served with our house tartar sauce. $65 REGULAR $100 LARGE $2.50 EACH min. 10 pieces serves 8-12 serves 15-20 SPINACH DIP PLATTER FRESH FRUIT PLATTER Our artichoke and spinach dip served in a A bountiful selection of the freshest large sourdough bread loaf and accompanied strawberries, melons, grapes, kiwi, by sliced baguettes and flatbreads. pomegranates, blueberries, pineapple $70 serves 8-12 plus other seasonal and exotic fruits. $75 REGULAR $120 LARGE MEDITERRANEAN DIP serves 8-10 serves 15-20 PLATTER An assortment of Mediterranean dips with breads, crackers and flatbreads. Great for any occasion! $70 REGULAR $120 LARGE serves 8-10 serves 15-20 A NICKEL WILL GET YOU ON THE SUBWAY, BUT GARLIC WILL GET YOU A SEAT. — old new york yiddish saying 6 GOURMET SANDWICHES & WRAPS GOURMET SANDWICHES + The Spicy Frenchman + Smoked Turkey + Chicken Club + Beautiful BLTC + Honey Ham & Gouda + The Deli Supreme + Rosemary Ham + Tuna Salad + Bruschetta & Mozzarella + Chicken Carbonara + Roast Beef & Cheddar + Turkey Club Extra + Mixed Antipasto + Tuna Primavera + Chicken Salad + Jacked Up Chipotle WRAPS + Curry Chicken + Mesquite Turkey & Coleslaw + Egg Salad + Spicy Beef $8 EACH min. 8 pieces Our sandwiches and wraps are made fresh daily. Selection may vary by store. For further ingredient information, please ask a Guest Services or Restaurant Team Member. 7 CHEESE PLATTER GRILLED VEGETABLE PLATTER ITALIAN PLATTER GOURMET CATERING PLATTERS FRUIT & CHEESE PLATTER THE CHEESE PLATTER By far, one of our most popular! An elegant All the basics plus some of our favourites spread of local and imported cheeses including smoked Gouda, Brie, aged accompanied by the freshest fruits available. cheddar, oka and much, much more. Garnished with dried fruits and nuts. $105 REGULAR $140 LARGE serves 8–10 serves 15–20 $85 REGULAR $145 LARGE serves 8–10 serves 15–20 MEAT & CHEESE PLATTER A tasty selection of our most popular GOURMET SANDWICHES deli meats and cheeses. Ask about our Our Chef’s famous sandwiches, great selection of gourmet crackers! cut in half and arranged on a platter. Vegetarian options available. $95 REGULAR $130 LARGE serves 15–20 serves 8–10 $8 EACH serves 12 –18 THE ITALIAN PLATTER SPECIALTY MEAT PLATTER You’ll be boarding the next flight to Palermo Our finest imported and local deli meats, after tasting this delightful spread of fine beautifully garnished with some of our Italian cheeses, meats, olives and marinated most popular olives. vegetables. Served with our famous $130 REGULAR $155 LARGE Urban Fare Antipasto. Buon Appetito! serves 10–12 serves 15–20 $100 serves 12–18 GRILLED VEGETABLE PLATTER Balsamic marinated asparagus, red onions, sweet peppers, portobello mushrooms, eggplant and zucchini make this a crowd pleaser every time! $80 serves 15–20 I NEVER WORRY ABOUT DIETS, THE ONLY CARROTS THAT INTEREST ME ARE THE NUMBER YOU GET IN A DIAMOND. — mae west 9 SALADS GREENS PASTA GRAINS + Urban Fare Mixed Greens + Penne Mediterranean + Citrus Quinoa + Caesar + Asian Noodle + Tabouleh + Spinach VEGETABLES & FRUIT + Red Potato with Bacon + Beet & Orange + Broccoli & Red Pepper + Traditional Potato + Greek with Feta + Urban Fare Fruit Salad + Broccoli Slaw + Urban Fare Coleslaw + Baby Tomato & Bocconcini + Thai Mango $50 REGULAR serves 8–10 $70 LARGE serves 15–20 EXTRAS Coffee Service To Go Assorted Juices $16 & Soft Drinks $3 EACH Tea Service To Go $16 Urban Fare Bottled Water $2 EACH Gourmet Cracker Assortment $50 10 BREAKFAST URBAN FARE GOURMET PARFAIT CUPS MUFFIN PLATTER Natural and delicious. Greek yogurt Our popular large muffins, cut in half, and honey almond granola combined garnished with fresh fruit and served with fresh seasonal berries. with individually packaged butter. $5 each $35 REGULAR $55 LARGE serves 10 –12 serves 15–20 URBAN FARE MIXED BREAKFAST A mountain of croissants, muffins, scones, and cinnamon buns, cut in half, garnished with fresh fruit and served with individually packaged butter. $50 REGULAR $75 LARGE serves 8–12 serves 15–20 SWEET TREATS CHOCOLATE DIPPED COOKIE PLATTER STRAWBERRIES Assorted large, fresh cookies arranged Fresh strawberries, washed then dipped on a platter. Garnished with fresh fruit. in premium white or dark chocolate and $30 REGULAR $50 LARGE decorated with the other. serves 10 –12 serves 15–20 $2.50 EACH min. 12 pieces DESSERT BAR PLATTER URBAN FARE SIGNATURE A selection of our most popular PASTRY BOARD PLATTER dessert bars, cut in half and garnished with fresh fruit. A mouth -watering spread of our finest petite desserts, cakes and $50 REGULAR pastries. Garnished with fresh fruit. serves 8–12 $80 LARGE $150 serves 20+ serves 15–20 11 Looking for a special gift for that foodie? A perfect choice is one of our themed gift baskets filled with gourmet treats — there’s something for everyone. Add your own personal touch by choosing add-ons like fresh cheeses, fruits, and even wine and spirits. Have a corporate or personal gift you would like to include? We can do that too! GOURMET GIFT BASKETS THE “BEST OF” BASKET (Alberta or British Columbia) This basket is brimming with a wide array of specialties from the very best producers across the province with plenty of sweet and savoury selections. This wonderful range of flavours can be enjoyed anytime and makes an ideal corporate gift. $90 EACH URBAN FARE SIGNATURE BASKET So good we’ve put our name on it. Indulge in this basket filled with all of our favourite premium Urban Fare signature items including olive oil, gourmet spices and premium roasted coffee. A spectacular collection of trusted gourmet food products — the perfect gift for any foodie. $100 EACH THE DINNER PARTY BASKET Your next dinner party in a basket. Includes Wildly Delicious Olive Spread, Gone Crackers Blue Cheese Crackers, Urban Fare Olive Oil, Filotea Artisan Pasta, Marinelli’s Pasta Sauce, Q Tonic Soda, Urban Fare Chocolate Pearls and Truffini Chocolates. Just add candle light. $110 EACH THE CHOCOLATE LOVERS BASKET For the chocolate lover. A collection of tempting treats to satisfy any chocoholic including Fraser Valley Almond Butter Crunch, Rogers’ Chocolates, Brookside Chocolate Covered Almonds, Urban Nymph Bars, TAZA Mexican Chocolate, Hagensborg Truffle Pig Bar and much, much more. Pure Chocolate Heaven! $110 EACH THE PARTY TO GO BASKET A perfect choice for the office, this party in a basket has everything you need to celebrate any occasion in style—even Happy Wednesday! Includes Efferve French Lemonade, Cranberry Raincoast Crisps, Gone Crackers, Wildly Delicious Antipasto, Fresh is Best Tortilla Chips, Guy Fieri Salsa, Thomas Haas Chocolate Bars, Urban Fare Red Pepper Jelly, Urban Fare Chocolate Pearls and Truffini Chocolates. $110 EACH 13 GIFT BASKET ADD-ONS Looking to personalize your gift basket or make it just a little more special? Consider one of the following add-ons, which can easily be incorporated into or given alongside any of our gift baskets or gift boxes.
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