Begonia Fine Foods

Menu

Appetizers

Meat

Savory Meatballs (Ginger-Soy, Bourbon, Italian) 

Stuffed Mushrooms with Sausage, Parmesan, and Herbs 

Tostadas – Beef or Chicken with Cilantro Cream 

Bacon-Wrapped Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates with Siracha Honey

Cured Ham and Cheddar Biscuit with red pepper jam

Antipasto with Italian Meats, Cheeses, Olives, and Toasted Baguette 

Assorted Sliders (Beef, Caramelized Onions, and Cheese, and Beyond) 

Herb Roasted Lamb Lollipop with Tzatziki

Seafood

Crab Cakes with Spicy Remoulade  

Asian Marinated Jumbo Shrimp Skewers 

Seared Scallops with Spicy Mayo/Crispy Bacon OR Lemon, White Wine, Butter 

Shrimp Cocktail 

Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese in Puff Pastry 

Tostadas – Seared Mahi with Cilantro Cream 

Mini shrimp and grit bites  

Vegetarian

Cheese & Fruit Assortment with House Made Crackers 

Herb Goat Cheese Stuffed Cucumbers with Pineapple Jalapeno Relish 

Caprese Skewers with Tomato, Basil, Mozzarella & Balsamic Reduction 

Bruschetta, Traditional Tomato Basil

Stuffed Mushrooms with Roasted Red Pepper, Feta, and Herbs 

House made Pita Crackers and Hummus (vegan) 

Puff Pastry with goat cheese, apple, and local honey 

Baked Brie with Fig Preserves and Toasted Walnut 

Vegetable Crudité with Herbed Dip 

Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Toasted Baguette

Asian vegetable summer rolls with soy ginger glaze (vegan)

Cucumber watermelon relish in cucumber cup (vegan)

Falafel balls with tzatziki or tahini honey drizzle (vegan)

Taco Bar

Served with corn and flour soft tortillas
(Includes Spanish rice)
Lemonade, iced tea with simple syrup and lemon is included

Protein Options

(Choose 2)

Pulled pork

Seasoned ground beef

Fajita style seared skirt steak

Seared sliced chicken breast

Blackened or fried market fresh fish (examples: tilapia, mahi-mahi, catfish)

Seasoned grilled tofu

Marinated roasted tempeh

Included Toppings

Pico de gallo

Shredded lettuce

Shredded Mexican cheese blend

Cilantro lime sour cream

Fire roasted jalapenos

Red cabbage slaw

Guacamole

Black bean and corn salad

Vegetarian / Vegan

Vegetarian

Seasonal Vegetable Lasagna

Savor our delectable Vegetarian Lasagna, a hearty Italian favorite that combines layers of tender pasta sheets with a medley of fresh vegetables, rich tomato sauce, and creamy béchamel

Pasta Primavera

Indulge in our vibrant Pasta Primavera, a celebration of the season’s finest vegetables sautéed to perfection and tossed with al dente pasta in a light and flavorful sauce

Stuffed Sweet Bell Peppers

Roasted and stuffed bell peppers with Craisins, Walnuts, and Goat Cheese

Stuffed Winter Squash

Roasted and stuffed winter squash with Craisins, Walnuts, and Goat Cheese

Traditional Eggplant Parmesan

Experience the classic flavors of Italy with our Traditional Eggplant Parmesan, a beloved dish that combines layers of tender eggplant, marinara sauce, and melted cheese

Vegan

Vegan Stir-fry​

with Tempeh or Tofu and Vegetables

Seasonal Vegetable Curry

Seasonal vegetables serves with a flavorful curry sauce served with rice
(Mild or Spicy)

Creamy Pesto Sundried Tomato Penne

Treat yourself to our Creamy Pesto Sundried Tomato Penne, a delightful fusion of rich, creamy sauce infused with vibrant pesto and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, tossed with perfectly cooked penne pasta.

Mushroom Marsala

An exquisite Mushroom Marsala, a savory dish that brings together earthy mushrooms with the richness of Marsala wine sauce.

Southern BBQ

Menu below is served buffet style and includes choice of 2 proteins and sauces, two side dishes, slaw, cornbread / biscuits or rolls, and iced tea.

Proteins

Choose Two

Pulled Pork

A savory delight slow-cooked to tender perfection and infused with smoky barbecue flavors

Smoked Chicken

This culinary delight features chicken that has been expertly smoked to perfection, resulting in moist and flavorful meat that’s enhanced by the natural essence of hardwood smoke.

St. Louis Style Pork Ribs

Savor our St. Louis Style Pork Ribs, a barbecue aficionado’s dream featuring tender pork ribs cooked low and slow to perfection, glazed with a tangy and sweet barbecue sauce

Beef Brisket

A culinary masterpiece that showcases tender, slow-cooked beef brisket infused with bold flavors and served with a delectable sauce

Side Dishes

Choose Two

Potato salad

Mac n cheese

Southern style green beans

Boston baked beans

Collard greens

Grilled seasonal vegetables

Corn pudding

Butternut squash pudding

Cider seared kale

Pasta salad

Desserts

Choose One

Apple crisp and vanilla ice cream

Seasonal fruit cobbler and vanilla ice cream

Banana pudding and whipped cream

Assorted Cookies (choose 2 types)

Buffet

Menu A

Choose Two Main Dishes

(includes choice of two side dishes, organic mixed green salad, bread or rolls, and iced tea)

Herb Roasted Quarter Chicken (bone-in white and dark meat)

Beef and Italian Sausage Lasagna

Soy Ginger Glazed Pork Loin

Baked Penne with Chicken and Creamy Sundried Tomato Sauce

Pan Fried Cornmeal Crusted Catfish with Remoulade

Menu B

Choose Two Main Dishes

(includes choice of two side dishes, organic mixed green salad, bread or rolls, and iced tea)

Local Mountain Trout with seasonal sauce

Roasted Salmon with chef’s seasonal sauce/glaze

Sliced Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Demi

Chicken Picatta or Marsala or Herb Roasted

Roasted Pork Tenderloin and chef’s seasonal sauce or glaze

Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Stuffed Chicken Cordon Blue with Cured Ham and Mozzarella
(other stuffed chicken ideas are Spinach/Artichoke, Mushroom/Gouda, Peppers/Cheese)

Menu C

Choose Two Main Dishes

(includes choice of two side dishes, organic mixed green salad, bread or rolls, and iced tea)

Roasted Prime Rib with Horseradish Cream Sauce- Carving Station

Seared New York Strip (whole steaks) and Red Wine Demi (best for plated)

Filet Mignon (whole steaks) and Red Wine Demi (best for plated)

Roasted Red Snapper with Tropical Salsa

Crispy Duck Breast with Apricot Black Pepper Duck Jus

Pan-Seared Scallops with Chive Buere Blanc

Roasted New Zealand Rack of Lamb and Chimichurri

Dessert

Mini Cheesecake

Blueberry with almond crust, classic with bourbon caramel sauce, or summer fruit coulis

Strawberry Shortcake

A tender vanilla cake filled with layers of whipped cream frosting and juicy strawberries

Individual Pies

Choose from blueberry, peach, or cherry

Cookies (Choose 3)

Gingersnap, chocolate crinkle, white chocolate macadamia, chocolate chip pecan, peanut butter, pecan puff

Chocolate Mousse

Topped with fresh whipped cream

Cupcakes

Carrot or spice cake with cream cheese frosting, yellow cake with chocolate, lemon or strawberry buttercream,  red velvet with vanilla buttercream

Mini Key Lime Pie

Smooth and creamy with the perfect blend of tart and sweet.

Mini Key Lime Pie

Smooth and creamy with the perfect blend of tart and sweet.

Classic Warm Brownie

Delicious chocolate brownie warmed and topped with whipped cream

Mountain berry trifle

A beauty of a berry trifle with layers of contrasting textures and flavors,
from the moist cake and juicy berries to the creamy custard and light whipped cream.

Creme Brulee

Creamy custard base and irresistible caramelized sugar crust.

Lemon Curd Tart

Delight in our Lemon Curd Tart, a sublime marriage of tangy citrus and buttery pastry that promises a burst of sunshine in every bite

Tiramisu

Layers of delicate ladyfinger biscuits soaked in espresso and layered with a velvety mascarpone cream

Eclairs

A French pastry made from choux pastry, filled with custard and dipped in chocolate

Cocktails

Spring / Summer Cocktails

Lemon lavender mojito

White rum, lavender lemon simple syrup, muddled mint, club soda

Hard sweet tea

Firefly sweet tea vodka, lemon squeeze, muddled mint, club soda

Chili margarita martini

Mezcal tequila, chili lime simple syrup, citrus juice blend, savory salt rim

Cucumber basil breeze

Vodka, lime simple syrup, muddled sweet basil, club soda, cucumbe

Bourbon Tulsi Mule

Bourbon, muddled holy basil, ginger beer, lime squeeze
(Based on the availability of holy basil)

Watermelon margarita

Traditional margarita infused with fresh watermelon on the rocks, tajin rim

Lavender lemon drop martini

Sugared rim

Lavender lemon fizz

Vodka, lavender lemon simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, club soda

Gin refresher

Gin, lime simple syrup, fresh sweet basil, fresh cucumber, shaken, served over ice, topped with club soda

Autumn / Winter Cocktails

Chili margarita martini

Mezcal tequila, chili lime simple syrup, citrus juice blend, savory salt rim
(can also be served on the rocks)

Hot mulled apple cider with spiced rum

Delightfully warm mulled apple cider with a quality spiced rum

Pomegranate martini

Pama liquor, orange liqueur, vodka, pomegranate juice, fresh lime, (optional) sugar rim 

Hot buttered rum

Hot buttered rum containing rum, butter, cider, a sweetener, and various spices

Ginger pear bourbon cocktail

Bourbon, ginger honey simple syrup, pear juice, fresh lemon, ginger sugar rim

Pumpkin spice martini

Vanilla vodka, creme de cacao liqueur, heavy cream,
pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon sugar rim, whipped cream garnish
(dairy free option available)

Maple Old Fashioned

Bourbon, bitters, cinnamon, maple syrup, cinnamon stick and star anise garnish

Side Dishes

Starches

Crispy Cheesy Polenta Cakes

Buttermilk Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Brown Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes

House Made Macaroni and Cheese

Rosemary Garlic Roasted Potatoes

Southern Style Potato Salad

Cheesy Potatoes Au Gratin

Rice Pilaf

Seasonal Risotto

Chef’s Choice Pasta

Classic Pasta Salad with Seasonal Vegetables

Greek Inspired Pasta Salad

Vegetables

Lemon Asparagus

Seasonal Mixed Sautéed Vegetables

Haricot verts with Browned butter and Walnuts

Sweet and Spicy Roasted Carrots

Balsamic and Bacon Collard Greens

Grilled Corn on the Cob with Garlic Herb Butter

Sesame Ginger Sautéed Snow Peas

Sautéed Rainbow Chard

Classic Southern Slaw

Asian Slaw