Duke Mansion Wedding Catering Menu

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That special wedding day is coming.And you’ve chosen the perfect setting. Now match the naturalbeauty and elegance of Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden with theelegance and expertise of The Duke Mansion culinary team.

Every day, we support people hosting beautiful events in our ownhistoric setting in Charlotte, the spectacular home of Buck Dukebuilt in 1915. Now, in a wonderful partnership between twoexceptional institutions, we bring our professionalism and excellenceto enhance your special day at Daniel Stowe.

From our food to our perfect event planning, we’re famous for ourgracious Southern hospitality and our exquisite culinary creationsthat are inspired by the finer traditions of Southern cooking. Ourattention to every detail is why we are a part of important events forpeople every day.

At The Duke Mansion, we are ready to help. Just contact us at704-444-2301 or [email protected].

Remember The Duke Mansion for Your Other Wedding Events

Now that you’ve selected the spot for your wedding and/or weddingreception, let us help you with your other wedding needs at TheDuke Mansion itself.

We have 20 beautiful overnight rooms – the perfect place for yourout-of-town guests or for you to spend your wedding night. You canalso enjoy our culinary team on-site at The Duke Mansion for yourwedding breakfast, rehearsal dinner or any other celebration. If youselect The Duke Mansion for these additional needs, you have thechance to rely on the same great team that you will work with atDaniel Stowe Botanical Garden.

400 Hermitage Road, Charlotte, NC 28207 Tel: 704.714.4400 Fax 704.714.4435 www.dukemansion.org

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Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden

The Duke Mansion Difference

Our team looks forward to working closely with you to plan a memorable event foryou and your guests. And, we will be there every step of the way so that you can relaxand enjoy your special day. We’ve included some sample menus for you to consider –you may find the perfect one in what we’ve offered. But, we are glad to work withyou to customize further.

We offer two types of events at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Reception styleevents are great for mingling and keeping an exciting flow to the celebration whileincorporating heavy hors d’oeurves and delectable stations into your menu. Seateddinners are special for the most formal of occasions where your guests will be treatedto three courses. We are glad to accommodate any of your guests who have specialrequests including delicious vegetarian entrees. For a modest additional charge, youcan give your guests a choice of two entrées in advance. We can also offer awonderful duo entrée where each of your guests can enjoy a wonderful pair ofentrées, the perfect answer to the tough question, “How will I ever choose?”

We have also developed several beverage packages including some special weddingday cocktails. For a small handling fee, our professional planning staff can alsoarrange for all your rentals and other needs such as flowers, linens, tables and tents.This is a good investment to help make sure your special day goes perfectly.

For our catering at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, we ask for a $65 per person foodand beverage minimum.

Our Gift to You

Whether you choose a reception or a seated dinner, we include full coffee service anda complimentary champagne toast at no extra charge. If you choose a seated dinner,our Chef offers you a special Amuse course as his gift to you.

400 Hermitage Road, Charlotte, NC 28207 Tel: 704.714.4400 Fax 704.714.4435 www.dukemansion.org

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Sample Reception Menu$60

Dessert and Coffee StationElegant selection of confections served with freshly brewed coffee and house teas.

Butler Passed Warmed and Chilled Hors D’Oeuvres

Display Stations

Seasonal SoupSpicy Tomato Gazpacho or Hot Soup

cheese, herbs, bacon crisps,pumpernickel croutons

Seasonal Fresh CruditesIndividual glasses of fresh vegetables

with dip

Imported and Domestic Cheesesserved with flatbreads and assorted crackers

Shrimp & GritsThis station requires a chef attendant

Stone ground grits with sauteed babyshrimp, andouille sausage, diced tomatoes

Carving Station(select two)

This station requires a chef attendant

Roasted Beef Tenderloinserved with Vichy of baby carrots

Herb Roasted Airline Breast of Turkeyserved with a citrus salsa

Beef Wellingtonserved with mushroom duxelle

Applewood bacon wrappedPork Tenderloin

served with granny smith apple sauce

Petite Crab Cakescajun mayo

Vegetable Cevichemarinated vegetables in a shot glass

Salmon & Gruyère Quichedill creme fraiche

Cucumber Cupsstuffed with boursin cheese

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Carving Station SelectionsAll stations are accompanied by fresh rolls and signature Duke Mansion biscuits

Beef Wellingtonmushroom duxelle wrap in crepes and puff

pastry served with asparagus$19 per person

Roasted Beef Tenderloinserved with Vichy baby carrots

$18 per person

Herb Roasted Breast of Turkeyapple chutney served with haricot vert

$12 per person

Applewood bacon wrappedPork Tenderloin

grain mustard sauceserved with butternut squash

$11 per person

Prime Ribeye of Beefcracked pepper and horseradish sauce

served with roasted vegetables$15 per person

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Dinner SelectionsCanapés

(choice of three)

Petite Crab Cakecajun aioli

Braised Porkrisotto cake topped with braised pork & red cabbage

Beef Duxelles En Croutebeef tenderloin & mushrooms wrapped in puff pastry

Cucumber Cups*stuffed with boursin cheese

Classic Deviled Eggsgarnished with black pearl caviar

Amuse(choice of one)

Crab Tomato Tiana tower of tomato petals & lump crab meat

Roasted Vegetable Terrine*roasted squash, zucchini, carrots served with a red pepper coulis

Salad Selections(choice of one)

Arugula Salad*mixed berries, chevre, hazelnut vinaigrette

Baby Greens*mango, strawberries & Roquefort tossed with white balsamic vinaigrette

Fresh Field Greens*poached pears, camembert & pomegranate vinaigrette

Baby Greens Salad*tomato, Montrachet & basil in a balsamic vinaigrette

* vegetarian(We ask for a $65 per person food and beverage minimum.

All prices are subject to change and subject to 20% service charge plus applicable state and local taxes.)

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Entrée SelectionsEach entrée has been perfectly paired with a wine off of our list.

Chicken Provencalserved with parmesan orzo risotto, haricot vert

Glazebrook Sauvignon Blanc 2005

Sauteed Duck Breastserved with dauphinoise potatoes, vegetable fricasse in a wild mushroom demi glace

Ca Montini Pinot Grigio 2005

Seared Pork Loinserved with Stilton pomme puree & roasted asparagus & an apple chutney

Trefethen Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with a Mango Glazeserved with herb pilaf, haricot vert

Macrosti Keltie Merlot 2005

Spinach, Sundried Tomato & Feta Stuffed-Chicken Breastserved with risotto primavera & roasted spring vegetables

Sonoma Cutrer Chardonnay 2005

Pan Seared Striped Bassserved with parmesan pomme puree & haricot vert in a beurre blanc

Wildberry Estates Chardonnay 2005

Pan Seared Halibutserved with a maltaise sauce, saffron pomme puree, haricot vert

Trefethen Chardonnay 2005

Chile Glazed Salmonserved with an orange salsa, sundried tomato orzo, wilted rainbow chard

La Crema Chardonnay 2005

Char-Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Three Herb Chimichurriserved with green herb risotto, wilted greens

Broquel Malbec 2005

Duo of Beef Tenderloin & Seared Herb Salmonserved with roasted fingerling potatoes, sauteed asparagus

In Situ Carmenere 2003

Our plated dinner menu includes a champagne toast & coffee service.Menu pricing includes complimentary amuse, three butler passed canapés, a salad & entrée starting at $46.

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BeveragesImported Beer

Heineken, Amstel Light, Corona, New Castle, Guinness

Domestic BeerBudweiser, Bud Light, Miller Lite,

Michelob Ultra, Yuengling.

Wine SelectionsBenziger House Wines

Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Cristalino Brut Cava**Specialty wines available at an additional charge.

Standard Liquor BrandsAbsolut, Beefeater, Bacardi Silver, Jack Daniels, Dewars, Cuervo Especial

**Premium liquor available at an additional charge

Bar Packages

Full Bar Package$16 per guest for the first hour; $10 per guest each additional hourDomestic & Import Beer, Benziger House Wines & Standard Liquor,

Includes Soft Drinks, Bottled Water, Sparkling Water,Mixers, Glassware and Garnishes

Beer & Wine Bar Package$12 per guest for the first hour; $8 per guest each additional hourIncludes Soft Drinks, Bottled Water, Sparkling Water & Glassware

Bar Setup PackagesFor client provided beverages

Full Bar Setup$10 per guest

Includes Soft Drinks, Bottled Water, Sparkling Water, Mixers, Vermouth,Fruit Garnishes & Glassware

Beer & Wine Bar Setup$5 per guest

Includes Soft Drinks, Bottled Water, Sparkling Water & Glassware

Corkage Fee for Client Supplied Beer & Wine$3 per guest

(We ask for a $65 per person food and beverage minimum.All prices are subject to change and subject to 20% service charge plus applicable state and local taxes.)

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Specialty DrinksBlushing Bride Champagne Cocktail

Champagne, Peach Schnapps & Grenadine Garnished with an Edible Orchid

Wedding Bliss MartiniAbsolut Vodka, Vermouth, Lavender Simple Syrup & Fresh Vanilla Bean

Garnished with a Whole Vanilla Bean & an Edible Orchid

MojitoBacardi Silver Rum, Mint Simple Syrup & Club Soda

Garnished with Fresh Mint

Spring BreezeAbsolut Vodka, Cucumber Mint Infused Lemonade & a Splash of Club Soda

Garnished with Cucumber & Fresh Mint

Add Any Specialty Drink to the Full Hosted Bar for an additional $3 per guest.

Specialty Wines

WhitesChardonnay

Wildberry Estates, Australia $33Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River Ranches $40

Trefethen, Napa $42

Sauvignon BlancGlazebrook , Marlborough, New Zealand $32

Chateau St. Michelle, Horse Heaven, Washington $35

Other WhitesWente Riesling, Monterrey $26Conundrum, California $50

RedsCabernet Sauvignon

Rodney Strong, Sonoma $32Chateau Souverain, Alexander Valley $38

Trefethen, Napa $65

Pinot NoirMacMurray Ranch, Sonoma $34

Bouchaine, Carneros $40

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Additional Catering Fees(These fees will vary depending on the size of the group and the menu chosen)

Service Charge and TaxAll Food and Beverage Sales are subject to a 20% Service Charge

& 8.25% North Carolina Food and Beverage Tax.

Service StaffService Staff, including Bartenders and Chef Attendants,

are billed at an hourly rate of $22 an hour.Hours billed will include travel time, setup and breakdown time

as well as scheduled event time.

China and Rental FeesPlace setting for a three course plated dinner including

house Ivory China with gold trim, flatware,stemware and cloth napkin.

$5 per guest

China, when applicable, and Rental Equipmentwill be determined by the Catering Director prior to

the event date and this charge will vary from event to event.

LinensLinens are available is various colors, fabrics, and sizes.

Pricing begins at $20 each.

Delivery FeeFor Offsite Caterings there is a one time delivery fee of $150.00 per $5,000.

(We ask for a $65 per person food and beverage minimum.All prices are subject to change and subject to 20% service charge plus applicable state and local taxes.)

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The Lynnwood Foundation, a nonprofit, maintains and preserves The Duke Mansion,and created and operates The Lee Institute.

400 Hermitage Road, Charlotte, NC 28207Tel: 704.714.4400 Fax 704.714.4435

www.dukemansion.org

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Contact Emily Walker704-444-2301

[email protected]

400 Hermitage RoadCharlotte, NC 28207

704-714-4400

www.dukemanison.org

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