Hay Events Catering and Event Managment Melbourne

Menus


Dinner

For menus and information specific to the venues please download the information pack from the venue pages - Children's Farm

2 courses | Canapes + Main  
3 courses | Canapes, Main and Dessert   
4 courses | Canapes, Entree, Main and Dessert

A range vegetarian and dietary specific options are available on request.

Canapes (choose 3)
rocket and basil pesto palmiers
little pumpkin, fetta and  pine nut tarts
parmesan biscuits with red capsicum salsa and creme fraiche
freshly shucked oysters with lemon wedges or mango salsa
crudite platter of baby vegetables with a garlic aioli and fresh hommous
warm honey baked ham off the bone
wheels of brie & aged cheddar served with fresh fruit, water crackers and quince paste
summer tartlets with caramelised cherry tomato and bulgarian feta
chicken, water chestnut and shitake san choi bau
barbequed prawn skewers with lime mayonnaise
rice paper rolls with roast duck and coriander
salmon sashimi with sake and pickled ginger

Main- shared platters or  plated alternate drop (choose 2)
organic rump steak with roast garlic and mustard seed aioli
baked salmon topped with fresh herb salad and lime dressing
roast boned leg of lamb with currant, pinenut &  cous cous stuffing with whole baked apples
lemon baked white fish with fresh herbs
lamb backstrap with caponotina
seared teriyaki beef served on green beans with miso and sesame
rolled free range chicken with spinach and fetta
baked snapper with Fresh Thai Seasonings
chicken pieces with spices, ginger and lime

Sides (choose 2)
crispy roasted chat potatoes
rocket, brown pear, walnut and parmesan salad with a balsamic glaze
whole roasted tomatoes with crumbled fetta
creamy potato gratin
baby spinach and shaved fennel salad
warm honey roast carrot and parsley salad
rocket, cucumber and mint salad with a raspberry dressings
cous cous and chickpea with roasted pepper and herbs
fresh tomato &  haloumi with red onion & parsley
rocket & baby spinach with sesame, bean shoots and capsicum
asian green vegetables with cashews &  soy dressing

On your table
sourdough bread + salted butter provided with every meal
(or Coconut Jasmine Rice if this is more suitable)

Dessert (shared)
raspberry frangipane tart served with strawberries and mascarpone
flourless citrus syrup cake with raspberries and strawberries and a bowl of vanilla whipped cream
meringues with nectarines, blueberries and whipped cream
lime tart served with fresh mango and other exotic fruits
or
Dessert canapés (choose 3)
two bite raspberry frangipane tartlets
chocolate pistachio brownies
mini meringues with rasberry cream
lemon and almond syrup cakes
dark chocolate strawberry skewers
vanilla bean portuguese tarts
mini caramel apple pies topped with mascarpone

Tea and coffee
organic fairtrade plunger coffee
tea and tisanes with peppermints

DRINKS
 
■ Basic Package
1 Australian Sparkling
1 Margaret River white
1 Yarra Valley red
Australian heavy and light beer
Soft drink, orange juice & mineral water

■ Premium Package
1 sparkling - Seppelt Fleur de Lys Vintage?
1 white - Red Hill Chardonnay / 2007 Marlbourough Sav Blanc
1 red - McClarenvale Laughing Magpie Cabernet Shiraz
Mountain goat beer Pale Ale served on tap
Soft drink, orange juice & mineral water

■ Organic Package
Lewison Estate Red Center Cabernet Merlot 2006
Organic Wine Selection Preservative Free Chardonnay 2005
Mountain Goat India Pale Ale- served on tap
Bottled water and Sunzest Organic Apple & Orange Juice    

 
Gourmet BBQ

Gourmet BBQ Pack 1

a selection of chicken and beef sausages
home-made hearty beef burgers
marinated vegetable and tofu skewers with red pepper relish
salad of fresh greens and summer vegetables with a balsamic and olive oil dressing
salad of new potatoes with mayonnaise and herbs
assorted breads and condiments
soft drinks and juices

Gourmet BBQ Pack 2

bbq prawn skewers with lime mayonnaise
organic chipolatas with tomato relish
chicken skewers with sumac and sesame
marinated vegetable and tofu skewers with red pepper relish
salad of new potatoes with mayonnaise and herbs
rocket, pear & feta salad with toasted walnuts
couscous salad with pine nuts, red pepper and baby spinach
assorted breads and condiments
soft drinks and juices

Prices include food, staffing and some equipment (as required by the chefs + cutlery, crockery, serving utensils and napkins).
We can arrange extra equipment (marquees, umbrellas, tables + chairs, linen, etc) on your behalf.

 
Cocktail

Hearty, high quality finger food served cocktail style. We recommend 5-7 items for a casual cocktail party. As a substitute for a sit down dinner replacement, we recommend 10 or more items. This feast is served in a casual fashion by roaming staff

savouries

fresh oysters with a tomato, vodka and red onion salsa or lemon wedges
smoked salmon, dill and crème fraiche rye bruschetta
roast pumpkin and blue cheese puff tartlets
beef polpette with paprika relish
baked polenta squares with roasted red capsicum salsa
roast swiss brown mushroom stuffed with silverbeet, walnut and taleggio
mini BLT bagel of crispy bacon, cherry tomato, baby spinach and aioli
oven roasted cherry tomato and caramelised onion tartlets
mini baked ricotta, spinach and pancetta fritattas
parmesan biscuits with red capsicum salsa and creme fraiche
barbequed prawn skewers with lime mayonnaise
pizzette with eggplant, ricotta and pinenuts
peppered pear and pate mini toasts
little corn cakes topped with caramelised onion and creme fraiche

sweeties

two bite raspberry frangipane tartlets
chocolate pistachio brownies
mini meringues with rasberry cream
lemon and almond syrup cakes
dark chocolate strawberry skewers
vanilla bean portuguese tarts
mini caramel apple pies topped with mascarpone
little icecreams on wooden paddles
 
Platters
Platters are a great way to share and enjoy great food with a smaller budget.

Sausage rolls
Everyone loves these little winners. They are beef and vegetable wrapped in golden puff pastry 20 little pieces piled up with tomato sauce $25 or with tomato chutney $27.50.
(Dairy free)

Mini quiches
These are not your regular quiches, these rustic golden puffs range from ham and cheddar, tomato + parsley types for kids or more sophisticated smoked salmon and dill, roasted capsicum and fetta types for big kids. $33 / $40 for 20

Kids Triangle Sandwiches
These easy pleasers have kid friendly fillings such as chicken + mayo, ham + cheese, vegemite + cheese etc. There are 30 little triangles per platter for $33

Sourdough sandwiches
For more mature taste buds we have upgraded the regular party triangle to hearty sourdough sandwiches. This delicious bread is complemented by fillings such as:
ham, caramelised onion, tomato + rocket - poached chicken, aioli + avocado - rocket, cheddar, carrot, tomato, cucumber + egg mayonnaise - free range egg, mayo + parsley. 15 large pieces for $66

Good morning and afternoon
A selection of goodies for when it’s just too hard to choose one. Freshly baked scones with jam + cream, fruit muffins + chocolate fudge brownies. $44 for 20 pieces.

Fresh Fruit
A good fruit platter is hard to beat We use fresh seasonal fruit and pile it high for a healthy treat. Small (12 people) platters $33; big (25 people) platters $44


Sweets

Cupcakes - These aren’t your average cupcakes. Choose from either chocolate w chocolate fudge icing and little silver cachous or classic vanilla with a soft cream cheese icing and pretty flower. We even think they make a great birthday cake all piled up on top of each other – fun and super easy – no knife, no plate no fuss! $3.5 each
Gingerbread bears – boys and girls with white + orange royal icing $2.5 each
Lamingtons - Add an Australian classic to your party! Filled with organic berry jam and rolled in toasted coconut, they are deelish $4.5 each
Fruit muffins - freshly baked daily, full of love and fruit raspberry is a favourite, closely followed by boiled orange + poppy seed $3.5 each
 
Drinks Menu

Basic

1 Australian Sparkling
1 Margaret River white
1 Yarra Valley red
Australian heavy and light beer
Soft drink, orange juice & mineral water

Premium

1 sparkling - Seppelt Fleur de Lys Vintage
1 white - Red Hill Chardonnay / 2007 Marlbourough Sav Blanc
1 red - McClarenvale Laughing Magpie Cabernet Shiraz
Mountain goat beer Pale Ale served on tap
Soft drink, orange juice & mineral water

Organic Package

Lewison Estate Red Center Cabernet Merlot 2006
Organic Wine Selection Preservative Free Chardonnay 2005
Mountain Goat India Pale Ale
Bottled water and Sunzest Organic Apple & Orange Juice

Tastings are available.
Wines variety's may be substituted subject to availability and quality closer to your event date.

 

 

 



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