Banquets

Banquet Menus at the Water’s Edge

Brunch, Dinner & Cocktail Party Options

Brunch Menu | Sit Down Dinner | Dinner Buffet | Cocktail Dinner Party

Brunch Menu

( 4 Hour Event )

The Buffet

Fresh Seasonal Fruit Display
Baskets of Freshly Baked Breakfast Breads,
Danish, Bagels and Croissants
Served with an Assortment of Jellies, Jams,
Preserves and Whipped Butter

Your Pre-selected Choice of:
Light & Fluffy Freshly Scrambled Eggs
Quiche Lorraine, Broccoli Quiche or Spinach Quiche
Belgian Waffles served with Hot Vermont Syrup, Hot Strawberries
and Hot Honey with Almonds

Your Pre-selected choice of :
Country Sausage or English Cut Bacon
Roasted New Potatoes
Penne Pasta with Vodka Coral Sauce
Carved Roast Breast of Turkey
Spinach Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

Dessert
Chocolate Mousse with Raspberry Sauce

Beverage
Assorted Juices and Soda
Freshly Brewed Colombian Coffee, Regular and Assorted
Herbal Teas and Brewed Decaffeinated Coffee

Pricing
$32.00 Per Person
Plus 7% Sales Tax and Discretional Staff Gratuity

BEVERAGE OPTIONS:
Adding on an Open Bar would be $20.00 per guest.
Adding on Beer and Wine would be $15.00 per guest.

DESSERT OPTIONS:
Upgrading to a custom cake would be an additional
$1.50 per guest.

Upgrading to Flaming Bananas Foster served over Gourmet
Vanilla Ice Cream would be an additional $2.50 per guest.


 

Sit Down Dinner

( 4 Hour Event )

First Course
Your Pre-selected Choice of One

Merri-Makers Garden Salad
Blend of Spring Mix and Hearts of Romaine garnished with Vine-Ripened Cherry Tomatoes,
Julienne Bermuda Onion and Cucumber Pinwheels served with Raspberry Vinaigrette
Classic Caesar Salad
Hearts of Romaine Lettuce Tossed with Traditional Caesar Dressing
and garnished with Shaved Asiago Cheese and Garlic Croutons
Sun Kissed Salad
Mesclun Field Greens with Jersey Fresh Blueberries & Strawberries
topped with shaved White Chocolate
served with Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing
Pear & Gorgonzola Salad
Red Wine Poached Bartlett Pears and crumbled Gorgonzola Cheese
on a bed of Field Greens sprinkled with candied Pecans and dressed with Champagne Vinaigrette

Served with Fresh Dinner Rolls and Whipped Butter

The Main Entrée, Choice of Two
(Entrée Selection due 12 days prior to event)

London Broil
Carved London Broil with Frizzled Onions
served with a Bordelaise Sauce
~
Tilapia Florentine
Domestic Filet of Tilapia filled with Leaf Spinach
and blanketed with Citrus Buerre Blanc

Herb Encrusted Tilapia Filet
North Atlantic Filet encrusted with Citrus Herbs & Bread Crumbs
on a stream of Fresh Dill Buerre Blanc
~
Chicken Paillard
Breast of Chicken stuffed with Wild Mushrooms in a Rosemary Sauce
~
Chicken Saltimbocca
Tender Filets of Chicken topped with Prosciutto di Parma,
Baby Leaf Spinach and Fresh Mozzarella
finished with a light Mushroom Madeira Wine Reduction
~
Chicken Fresco
Scallopine of Chicken topped with a Julienne of Sundried Tomatoes and quartered
Artichoke Heart Saute finished with California Sauterne,
Lemon Zest & Freshly Cracked Pepper
~
Chicken Francaise
Scallopine of Chicken dipped in an Egg Batter and lightly sautéed
in a White Wine and Lemon Butter Sauce

Served with Chef’s choice of Seasonal Vegetables and Potatoes

Dessert
Chocolate Mousse with Raspberry Sauce

Beverage
Assorted Soda
Freshly Brewed Colombian Coffee, Regular and Assorted
Herbal Teas and Brewed Decaffeinated Coffee

Pricing
$29.99 Per Person – Monday thru Thursday
$39.99 Per Person – Fridays, Saturday Afternoons or Sundays
$49.99 Per Person – Saturday Evenings
Plus 7% Sales Tax and Discretional Staff Gratuity

BEVERAGE OPTIONS:
Adding on an Open Bar would be $20.00 per guest.
Adding on Beer and Wine would be $15.00 per guest.

DESSERT OPTIONS:
Upgrading to a custom cake would be an additional
$1.50 per guest.

Upgrading to Flaming Bananas Foster served over Gourmet Vanilla
Ice Cream would be an additional $2.50 per guest.

COCKTAIL HOUR OPTIONS:
Fresh Vegetable Crudite and International Cheese Display with
Fresh Fruit & Crackers would be $4.00 per guest.
½ Hour of Butler Style Hors d’ Oeuvres would be $5.00 per guest.
1 Hour of Butler Style Hors d’ Oeuvres would be $9.95 per guest.
To add an additional hour to your event would be $500.00
plus additional bar fees if applicable.

MENU OPTIONS:
Prime Rib of Beef Entrée ~ $4.00 per guest
Filet Mignon Entrée ~ $5.00 per guest
Entrée Choice Day of Event-
Selection of (2) Entrées ~ $3.00 per guest
Entrée Choice Day of Event-
Selection of (3) Entrees ~ $4.00 per guest


 

Dinner Buffet

( 4 Hour Event )
First Course – Served Sit Down
Your Pre-selected Choice of One

Merri-Makers Garden Salad
Blend of Spring Mix and Hearts of Romaine garnished with Vine-Ripened Cherry Tomatoes,
Julienne Bermuda Onion and Cucumber Pinwheels served with Raspberry Vinaigrette

Classic Caesar Salad
Hearts of Romaine Lettuce Tossed with Traditional Caesar Dressing and
garnished with Shaved Asiago Cheese and Garlic Croutons

The Buffet
Your Pre-Selected Choice of One Chicken Entrée

Chicken Saltimbocca
Tender Filets of Chicken topped with Prosciutto di Parma,
Baby Leaf Spinach and Fresh Mozzarella
finished with a light Mushroom Madeira Wine Reduction
~
Chicken Paillard
Breast of Chicken stuffed with Wild Mushrooms in a Rosemary Sauce
~
Chicken Fresco
Scallopine of Chicken topped with a Julienne of Sundried Tomatoes
and quartered Artichoke Heart Saute finished
with California Sauterne, Lemon Zest & Freshly Cracked Pepper
~
Chicken Francaise
Scallopine of Chicken dipped in an Egg Batter and lightly sautéed
in a White Wine and Lemon Butter Sauce

Your Pre-selected Choice of One Seafood Entrée

Tilapia Florentine
Domestic Filet of Tilapia filled with Leaf Spinach
and blanketed with Citrus Buerre Blanc
~
Spanish Paella
Classic Spanish dish consisting of Scallops, Gulf Shrimp, Littleneck Clams, Tender
Mussels & Chorizo Sausage all stewed in the same pot
with Saffron Rice and its natural juices
~
Tarragon scented Salmon
North Atlantic Salmon lightly seasoned and broiled
served with a zesty Tarragon Cream Sauce
& topped with carmalized Shallots

Your Pre-selected Choice of Two Italian Entrées

Eggplant Rollatini
Battered Fillets of sliced Eggplant rolled and stuffed
with Roasted Garlic, Crushed Plum Tomatoes and Ricotta Cheese
~
Baked Ziti
Traditional Ziti Pasta blended with Ricotta & Parmesan Cheeses
and topped with Marinara Sauce and Fresh Mozzarella
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Penne Vodka-Coral
Miniature Penne Pasta served with Merri-Makers’ Homestyle Vodka Sauce
with Emerald Green Peas, Plum Tomatoes & Fresh Basil
~
Cavatelli & Broccoli
Cavatelli Pasta & Broccoli Florets with Sundried Tomatoes and Olive Oil
prepared in a Roasted Garlic Broth
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Ravioli
Cheese Filled Ravioli in a Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Your Pre-selected Choice of Two Side Dishes
Rice Pilaf
Roasted Red Potatoes
Fresh Seasonal Vegetables

Dessert
Chocolate Mousse with Raspberry Sauce

Beverage
Assorted Soda
Freshly Brewed Colombian Coffee, Regular and Assorted
Herbal Teas and Brewed Decaffeinated Coffee

Pricing
$29.99 Per Person – Monday thru Thursday
$39.99 Per Person – Fridays, Saturday Afternoons or Sundays
$49.99 Per Person – Saturday Evenings
Plus 7% Sales Tax and Discretional Staff Gratuity

BEVERAGE OPTIONS:
Adding on an Open Bar would be $20.00 per guest.
Adding on Beer and Wine would be $15.00 per guest.

DESSERT OPTIONS:
Upgrading to a custom cake would be an additional
$1.50 per guest.

Upgrading to Flaming Bananas Foster served over Gourmet Vanilla
Ice Cream would be an additional $2.50 per guest.

 

COCKTAIL HOUR OPTIONS:
Fresh Vegetable Crudite and International Cheese Display with Fresh Fruit & Crackers would be $4.00 per guest.
½ Hour of Butler Style Hors d’ Oeuvres would be $5.00 per guest.
1 Hour of Butler Style Hors d’ Oeuvres would be $9.95 per guest.
To add an additional hour to your event would be $500.00
plus additional bar fees if applicable.


 

Cocktail Dinner Party

( 3 Hour Event )

Upon Guest Arrival
1 Hour of Gourmet Butler Style Hors D’ Oeuvres to include:
Warmed Brie on French Toast with Toasted Almonds and Honey Drizzle
Spanikopita – Spinach & Feta Cheese wrapped in Phyllo
Creole Shrimp with a Dill Remoulade on a Crispy Corn Tortilla
Wild Mushroom Cream Soup with a Parmesan Cheese Straw
Hot Dog Coins enrobed with Puff Pastry
Goat Cheese & Shiitake Mushroom Crisps
Cuban Sandwich – Coleslaw, Ham, Pork, Swiss Cheese & Pickle on Cocktail Rye
Tenderloin of Beef presented on a Baked Waffle Chip with a Tarragon Emulsion

Cocktail Stations
International Cheese Display

Saga Bleu, French Brie & Gouda Wheels along with Sharp & Mild
Vermont Cheddar Cheeses, Pepperjack and Swiss Cheeses
garnished with Fresh Fruit & served with Water Crackers & Flat Breads

Fresh Vegetable Crudites
Crisp Garden Vegetables including Carrots, Cucumbers, Celery,
Peppers, Broccoli, Zucchini, Radishes and Cherry Tomatoes
served with the Chef’s selection of Dipping Sauce

Pasta Station
Penne Vodka-Coral
Miniature Penne Pasta served with Merri-Makers’ Homestyle Vodka Sauce
with Emerald Green Peas, Plum Tomatoes & Fresh Basil
and
Bowtie & Broccoli
Bowtie Pasta & Broccoli Florets with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Olive Oil
prepared in a Roasted Garlic Broth

Grated Parmesan Cheese, Crushed Red Pepper and Sliced Italian Bread

The Chafing Dish Station
Your Pre-selected Choice of Three:

Eggplant Rollatini
Chicken & Broccoli Scampi
Sausage, Peppers & Onions
Clams Casino
Swedish Meatballs
Teriyaki Beef
Tortellini al a Panna
Cajun Swordfish Bites
Vegetable Tempura
Buffalo Wings with Blue Cheese Dip
Pierogies with Sauteed Onions
Spanish Seafood Paella

Dessert
Crème Brulee Station
Top Your Fire-Glazed Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee with
Fresh Raspberries, Toasted Coconut and Crumbled Brownies

Coffee Station
Freshly Brewed Colombian Coffee, Regular and Assorted Herbal Teas
and Freshly Brewed Decaffeinated Coffee

Beverage Service
Assorted Soda

Pricing
$34.99 Per Person Monday – Thursday Evenings
$44.99 Per Person – Friday Evenings
$54.99 Per Person – Saturday Evenings
Plus 7% Sales Tax and Discretional Staff Gratuity
Consult your Event Coordinator for Pre-Tax Minimums.

BEVERAGE OPTIONS: Adding on an Open Bar would be $19.00 per guest.
Adding on Beer and Wine would be $13.00 per guest.