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A Buffet Meal is the most popular of all for most types of Personal Events. The guests can go up and help themselves to a wide array of menu items and take as much (or as little) of each item as they like.  Elizabethan Catering Services Ltd., has a very successful formula of menu items, and can advise you on the best choices.

A wide selections of alternate menu items is listed right at the bottom. Choose your dream menu, and we will price it accurately for you and make solid suggested to try and help you meet your budget!

However, you are the customer, and you might like to make the choices more extensive, and more “upscale”.  We would prefer not to assume what you would like, but just advise on what has worked well in the past. Feel free to create your own menu from suggestions listed below.

All of our buffet meals are supplied with the very best service equipment from Germany, and are sure to impress your guests.  If there is a menu item not listed, please let us know and we will make it for you.  All of our menu items are made on site using the freshest of ingredients, and from recipes we have generated from over 25 years of experience. “We thrive on DELICIOUS!”

PLEASE NOTE: Included with all Buffet Meal Pricings: China, Cutlery, Wine Glass, Table Linens, Skirted Buffet Tables, Service Staff and Serving Equipment. No hidden costs; No hidden extras!

SILVER DINNER MENU

OUR MOST POPULAR CHOICE

  • ROAST HIP OF ALBERTA BEEF, RICH BURGUNDY GRAVY, HORSERADISH
  • YORKSHIRE PUDDING, OR SAVOURY FLEURON PASTRY
  • LIGHTLY HERBED, HAND CUT ROAST CHICKEN
  • CABBAGE ROLLS, BRAISED IN TOMATO SAUCE
  • LIGHTLY HERBED AND OVEN ROASTED POTATOES
  • GLAZED FRESH CARROTS WITH BRANDY BUTTER
  • GREEN BEANS MEDITERRANEAN (OLIVE OIL, BASIL, GARLIC)
  • TOSSED CHEF’S GREENS WITH A SELECTION OF DRESSINGS
  • ITALIAN PASTA SALAD PRIMAVERA
  • MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD
  • CLASSIC COLESLAW
  • ASSORTMENT OF CHEESE AND PICKLES
  • VARIETY OF DINNER BUNS & BUTTER
  • A VARIETY OF CAKES, FANCY PASTRIES, SQUARES & DESSERTS
  • SEASONAL FRESH FRUIT
  • ELIZABETHAN AFTER DINNER CHOCOLATES
  • TEA (REGULAR & HERBAL) & ELIZABETHAN SIGNATURE COFFEE

GOLD DINNER MENU

A STEP UP

  • CHEF CARVED PRIME RIB OF ALBERTA BEEF, RICH BURGUNDY GRAVY, HORSERADISH
  • YORKSHIRE PUDDING, OR SAVOURY FLEURON PASTRY
  • 6OZ. PETIT BONELESS BREAST OF CHICKEN, PAIRED WITH SUPREME OR CHASSEUR SAUCE
  • CABBAGE ROLLS, BRAISED IN TOMATO SAUCE
  • MEATBALLS IN A MUSHROOM GRAVY
  • BUTTERED RED POTATOES
  • CHEF’S ROASTED FRESH VEGETABLES
  • (BROCCOLI, CAULIFLOWER, CARROTS, RED & GREEN PEPPERS, ONIONS, CELERY)
  • BUTTON MUSHROOMS SAUTEED WITH TARRAGON
  • TOSSED CHEF’S GREENS, WITH A SELECTION OF DRESSINGS
  • THAI NOODLE SALAD
  • GREEK SALAD
  • CAESAR SALAD WITH HOME-MADE SIGNATURE DRESSING, REAL BACON BITS, CROUTONS
  • DILL & SWEET MIXED PICKLES, BABY BEETS, PETIT ONIONS, AND OLIVES WITH DOMESTIC CHEESE ASSORTMENT
  • FANCY BREADS, DINNER ROLLS & BUTTER
  • A VARIETY OF CAKES, FANCY PASTRIES, SQUARES & DESSERTS
  • SEASONAL FRESH FRUIT
  • ELIZABETHAN AFTER DINNER CHOCOLATES
  • TEA (REGULAR & HERBAL) & ELIZABETHAN SIGNATURE COFFEE

PLATINUM DINNER MENU

OUR GRAND BUFFET

  • CHEF CARVED PRIME RIB OF ALBERTA BEEF, RICH BURGUNDY GRAVY, HORSERADISH
  • YORKSHIRE PUDDING, OR SAVOURY FLEURON PASTRY
  • 6OZ. PETIT BONELESS BREAST OF CHICKEN, PAIRED WITH SUPREME AND CHASSEUR SAUCE
  • FILET OF SALMON RUBBED WITH AN ORIENTAL TEA BLEND
  • BABY SOUR LEAF CABBAGE ROLLS, BRAISED IN TOMATO SAUCE
  • PEROGIES, FILLED WITH A CHEESE TRIO, SOUR CREAM
  • DAUPHINOISE POTATOES
  • CHEF’S PREMIUM ROASTED BABY VEGETABLES
  • BUTTON MUSHROOMS SAUTÉED WITH TARRAGON
  • SPINACH AND STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH KIWI DRESSING
  • THAI NOODLE SALAD
  • SEAFOOD SALAD
  • CAESAR SALAD (WITH HOME-MADE SIGNATURE DRESSING, REAL BACON BITS, CROUTONS)
  • GREEK SALAD
  • COLD SEAFOOD SELECTION (SLICED SMOKED SALMON, PEEL AND EAT SHRIMP & COLD FISH ASSORTMENT)
  • DILL & SWEET MIXED PICKLES, BABY BEETS, PETIT ONIONS, AND OLIVES
  • DOMESTIC & IMPORTED CHEESE ASSORTMENT
  • FANCY BREADS, BREADSTICKS & CRISPS, DINNER ROLLS & PIPED BUTTER(PRESENTED ON EACH GUEST TABLE)
  • A VARIETY OF CAKES, FANCY PASTRIES, SQUARES & DESSERTS
  • SEASONAL FRESH FRUIT
  • ELIZABETHAN AFTER DINNER CHOCOLATES
  • TEA (REGULAR & HERBAL) & ELIZABETHAN SIGNATURE COFFEE

TURKEY & HAM BUFFET

  • ROAST TURKEY, PAN GRAVY & CRANBERRY SAUCE
  • HOUSE DRESSING
  • BAKED HAM WITH PINEAPPLE GLAZE
  • BEEF MEATBALLS IN MUSHROOM GRAVY
  • THREE CHEESE PEROGIES
  • RUSTIC RUSSET BUTTERMILK MASHED POTATOES
  • BRUSSEL SPROUTS WITH ONIONS, BUTTER AND BACON
  • ORANGE GLAZED CARROTS WITH GINGER & DILL
  • CAESAR SALAD (WITH HOME-MADE SIGNATURE DRESSING, REAL BACON BITS, CROUTONS)
  • CREAMY COLESLAW
  • ITALIAN PASTA SALAD
  • VARIETY OF DINNER BUNS & BUTTER
  • SEASONAL FRESH FRUIT
  • VARIETY OF DESSERTS, PASTRIES, CAKES & SQUARES
  • ELIZABETHAN AFTER DINNER CHOCOLATES
  • TEA (REGULAR & HERBAL) & ELIZABETHAN SIGNATURE COFFEE

BRONZE BUFFET #1

  • ROAST HIP OF ALBERTA BEEF - PRESLICED, GRAVY AND HORSERADISH SAUCE
  • YORKSHIRE PUDDING OR FLEURON PASTRY
  • BRAISED BABY CABBAGE ROLLS, TOMATO SAUCE
  • HERBED OVEN ROAST POTATOES
  • BUTTERED BABY CARROTS AND PEAS
  • CAESAR SALAD (WITH HOME-MADE SIGNATURE DRESSING, REAL BACON BITS, CROUTONS)
  • GREEK SALAD
  • DINNER BUNS & BUTTER
  • FRESH FRUIT SELECTION
  • ASSORTED COOKIES AND SQUARES
  • TEA & COFFEE

BRONZE BUFFET #2

  • 8 OZ LIGHTLY HERBED SUPREME CUT OF CHICKEN (SKIN ON; DRUMETTE ATTACHED)
  • CHOICE OF EITHER CHASSEUR SAUCE OR SUPREME SAUCE
  • FLEURON PASTRY
  • BRAISED MEDLEY OF MIXED GRAINS
  • ROASTED SELECTION OF SEASONAL ROAST VEGETABLES
  • SPINACH SALAD WITH MUSHROOMS, RED ONIONS (OR SLICED STRAWBERRIES)
  • ITALIAN PASTA SALAD
  • DINNER ROLLS & BUTTER
  • FRESH FRUIT SELECTION
  • ASSORTED COOKIES AND SQUARES
  • TEA & COFFEE

BRONZE BUFFET #3

  •  ROAST TOM TURKEY, DRESSING, GRAVY, CRANBERRY SAUCE
  • CREAMY GALRIC MASHED POTATOES
  • BUTTERED KERNEL CORN
  • GLAZED CARROTS WITH GINGERED BUTTER
  • CAESAR SALAD (WITH HOME-MADE SIGNATURE DRESSING, REAL BACON BITS, CROUTONS)
  • CREAMY COLSLAW
  • DINNER ROLLS & BUTTER
  • FRESH FRUIT SELECTION
  • ASSORTED COOKIES AND SQUARES
  • TEA & COFFEE

 

ALTERNATE BUFFET MENU CHOICES

ALTERNATE MENU CHOICES ARE LISTED BELOW. FEEL FREE TO CHANGE ANY ITEM FOR ANOTHER. WE TAILOR YOUR MENU TO YOUR EVENT - ALWAYS! SOME MENU ALTERNATES MAY INCREASE OR DECREASE THE PRICE. PLEASE DISCUSS WITH YOUR SALES ASSOCIATE. THANK YOU.

PRIMARY PROTEIN OPTIONS

(SUGGEST ONE CHOICE)
ROAST HIP OF ALBERTA BEEF (Either carved by an on-site chef or pre-sliced)
Served with gluten-free burgundy gravy and signature horseradish.
PRIME RIB OF ALBERTA BEEF
Carved by an on-site chef. Served with gluten-free burgundy gravy and signature horseradish.
ROAST HIP OF PRAIRIE BISON
Carved by an on-site chef. Served with gluten-free burgundy gravy and signature horseradish.
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU - LARGE
A 200gm portion of breaded chicken breast, drumette attached, filled with ham, Emmenthal cheese, then baked. Made in-house.
ROAST TURKEY
A traditional favourite, served with a tasty bread and herb dressing, cranberry sauce and gluten-free gravy.
FILLET OF SALMON
A 200gm portion of salmon loin, baked with an oriental tea rub.
BEEF ROULADEN
A slice of Alberta beef, rolled and filled with a rich stuffing and a slice of pickle. Simmered in a rich burgundy gravy.

SECONDARY PROTEIN OPTIONS

(SUGGEST ONE CHOICE)
BAKED HAM
Served pre-sliced with a pineapple glaze.
HAND CUT ROASTED CHICKEN PORTIONS
Hand-cut to a European 8 cut; back removed. Served either herbed or barbecue sauce.
SUPREME CUT CHICKEN
A 200gm portion of skin-on roast chicken breast, drumette attached. Served with a choice of supreme sauce (Mushrooms, White Wine, Cream and Dill) or chasseur sauce (Mushrooms, Red Wine, Tomatoes, Tarragon)
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU - SMALL
A 100 gram portion of Breaded Chicken Breast, Drumette Attached, filled with Ham, Emmenthal Cheese or Feta and Spinach, then baked. Made In-House.
FILET OF BASA
A 100 gram portion of Basa Filet, topped with Coconut Chutney Glaze. Our most popular fish dish!
FILET OF SALMON
A 100 gram portion of Atlantic Salmon Loin, baked with a Creamy Garlic and Herb Marinade.
GLAZED SKEWER OF JUMBO SHRIMP
A Trio of Jumbo Shrimp, marinated in a Spicy Glaze and steamed.

THIRD SELECTION OPTIONS

(SUGGEST ONE OR TWO CHOICES)
HOMEMADE MEATBALLS IN A RICH MUSHROOM GRAVY
A tried and tested recipe with good bite and great flavour. Served in a rich mushroom gravy.
PEROGIES WITH SOUR CREAM AND BACON BITS
Three Cheese Perogies, served with Sour Cream and real Bacon Bits on the side.
 CABBAGE ROLLS BRAISED WITH TOMATO SAUCE
Small, Original Ukrainian style.  Rice, Onion and Bacon filled and cooked in a thick and tasty Tomato Sauce.
PENNE PASTA, ALFREDO OR MARINARA SAUCE
Penne Pasta, served with either Alfredo (Cream & Garlic), Marinara (Tomato & Vegetables) or Traditional Meat Sauce, on the side.
GNOCCHI PARMESAN
Gnocchi (Little Italian Pasta Dumplings) Tossed in Butter, Parmesan Cheese and Chopped Sage.
NALYSNYKY
Little Ukrainian Pancakes, filled with Cottage Cheese, Chives, Dill and baked with Thick Cream
OVEN BAKED LASAGNA
Three flavour choices. Traditional Beef, Vegetarian or Seafood, topped with a blend of three cheeses and oven baked.
MAC & CHEESE BAKE
A  traditional favourite “Comfort Food” which everyone loves.  Topped with a blend of three cheeses and oven baked.  Order Traditional or Jalapeno!
CHICKEN/TURKEY MEATBALLS
Served in a rich Alfredo Sauce, our “White Meat” Meatballs are truly delicious, and a change from the traditional Beef Meatballs.

STARCH OPTIONS

(SUGGEST ONE CHOICE)

OVEN ROASTED RED POTATOES
Tossed in our Signature Spices and Oven Roasted. Our most popular choice.
BUTTERED RED POTATOES
Steamed, Tossed in Butter, Chopped Parsley and Seasonings. 
RUSTIC RUSSET MASH
Skin-On Russet Potatoes, steamed and mashed with Butter, Buttermilk and Seasonaings. Rich texture and a choice of either Regular or Garlic.
FINGERLING POTATOES
Tossed in our Signature Seasoning and Oven Roasted.  Intense Potato Flavour.
BUTTERMILK MASHED POTATOES
Russet Potatoes, steamed and mashed with Butter, Buttermilk and Seasonaings. Rich texture and a choice of either Regular or Garlic.
DOUBLE STUFFED POTATOES
Russet Potato Shells, piped with Creamy Mashed Potato, topped with Cheese and baked.
SCALLOPED POTATOES
Sliced Russet Potatoes, baked in a Cheese and Dill Sauce. Just the way you like them!
DAUPHINOISE POTATOES
Sliced Russet Potatoes, cooked with Cream, Seasoning and Parmesan Cheese.  A “High End” Scalloped Potato!
BRAISED MEDLEY OF MIXED GRAINS
A blend of Rice, Wild Rice, Barley and Quinoa, cooked in a vegetable broth.
DUCHESSE POTATOES
Piped Russet Mashed Potatoes and oven-baked. “Pretty” Mashed Potatoes and easy to serve on a buffet.
SPATZLE
A Rustic German Inspired Noodle. Made in house, with eggs, flour, oil and water. Sauteed in butter with seasonings. Truly delicious.

VEGETABLE OPTIONS

(SUGGEST TWO CHOICES)

GREEN BEANS MEDITERRANEAN
Whole Green Beans, steamed and tossed in Olive Oil, Garlic and Basil.
ORANGE GLAZED CARROTS WITH GINGER & DILL
Small Batons of Fresh Carrots, cooked with Orange Juice, Ginger and Dill.
ROASTED MEDLEY OF SEASONAL FRESH VEGETABLES
Seasonal Roasted Fresh Vegetables (Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots, Red and Green Peppers, Onions and Celery) A very colourful and popular vegetable.
SAUTÉED BUTTON MUSHROOMS
Button Mushrooms, sautéed with Oil, Seasonings and Tarragon.
STEAMED FLORETS OF BROCCOLI

Steamed Florets of Broccoli, steamed and tossed with Butter and Sesame Seeds.
MINTED GREEN PEAS
Steamed Sweet Green Peas, tossed in Butter, Seasonings and a hint of Mint.  Can also be paired with Baby Carrots as a popular vegetable mix.
CAULIFLOWER FLORETS
Florets of Steamed Cauliflower, served with or without our signature, home-made Cheese Sauce.
BUTTERED TURNIPS
A blend of Fresh Turnips and Russet Potatoes, steamed and whipped together with Butter, Buttermilk and Seasonings.
SPICED PURPLE CABBAGE
Sliced Red Cabbage, cooked in a blend of spices, orange and apple juice.  The tastiest way to eat cabbage.
KERNEL CORN
Steamed Kernel Corn, tossed in melted butter, salt and freshly cracked pepper.
ZUCCHINI PROVENCALE
Sliced Zucchini, served in a Rich and Herby Provencale Sauce.
RATATOUILLE
A classic mixture of Egg Plant and Zucchini, cooked in a rich Tomato and Garlic Sauce.
BUTTERED ASPARAGUS
Lightly Steamed and Dressed with Butter and Seasonings.
BRUSSEL SPROUTS
Oven-Roasted with Onions, Butter, Seasonings and Bacon.

BREAD OPTIONS

(SUGGEST ONE CHOICE)

VARIETY OF DINNER BUNS
A variety of fresh Dinner Buns, served with whipped butter portions, and lo-cal margarine, if requested.
FANCY BREADS, DINNER ROLLS
A selection of fresh Fancy Breads and Dinner Buns, served with whipped butter portions, and lo-cal margarine, if requested.
FRESHLY BAKED ARTISAN BREADS
A variety of freshly baked Artisan Breads, served with whipped butter portions, and lo-cal margarine, if requested.

SALAD OPTIONS

(SUGGEST FOUR CHOICES)

CAESAR SALAD
Fresh, crisp Romaine Lettuce, tossed in a delicious House-Made Dressing with Croutons and Bacon Bits.
TOSSED CHEF’S GREENS
A mixture of seven different Lettuces, served with a variety of Standard Dressings or Signature Saskatoon Dressing or Kiwi/Mandarin Dressing or Balsamic Dressing.
SPINACH & STRAWBERRY SALAD
Fresh baby leaf spinach, served with either sliced strawberries and kiwi mandarin dressing or sliced mushroom and red onions, with a creamy dill dressing.
ITALIAN PASTA SALAD
Made with Mixed Pastas, Olives, Peppers and a Creamy Dressing with a hint of Basil, Garlic and Oregano.
TRADITIONAL POTATO SALAD
Diced Red Potatoes, tossed in a rich House-Made Dressing. A traditional favourite.
RED POTATO RED ONION, GREEN BEANS, AND DIJON MUSTARD SALAD
A twist on the traditional. A colourful salad with a good flavoured Mustard Dressing, Multi-coloured Potatoes, Grean Beans and Red Onions.
THAI NOODLE SALAD WITH SOY, SESAME, AND VEGETABLES
No peanut oils. Fine Thai Egg Noodles, tossed in an Oriental Dressing. Garnished with Bean Sprouts, Celery, Peppers And Onions.
SWEET & SPICY COUSCOUS SALAD
This very flavourful and healthy salad has a unique “Persian” taste.
TABOULEH SALAD
The freshness of Chopped Parsley and Bulgur Wheat, with a hint of Mint, makes this traditional favourite an outstanding choice
TRADITIONAL GREEK SALAD
Fresh Plum Tomatoes with Peppers, Kalamata Olives, Peppers and Feta Cheese tossed in a Mediterranean Dressing.
SEAFOOD SALAD WITH PEPPERS AND PERNOD
An amazingly flavourful dish that could easily be eaten on its own as a main dish. A Medley of Seafood, with Peppers, Onions and a hint of Pernod. Delish!
CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD
Finely sliced English Cucumber, tossed with Onions and a rich, creamy dressing.
CREAMY COLESLAW
Everyone’s favourite. Crisp Cabbage, with shredded Carrot in a House-Made Dressing.
BROCCOLI & RAISIN SALAD
A very flavourful combination of Broccoli Florets, Crispy Bacon, Raisins and Sunflower Seeds.  A very healthy and popular choice.
MARINATED FRESH VEGETABLE SALAD
Crispy and crunchy. Carrots, Peppers, Onions, Celery, Broccoli, Cauliflower and Cherry Tomatoes in a house-made Sundried Tomato Dressing.

DESSERT SELECTIONS

FRESH FRUIT SELECTION
A colourful array of seasonal sliced Fresh Fruit.
ASSORTED COOKIES AND SQUARES
A variety of freshly baked Cookies and Squares from our in-house bakery.
A VARIETY OF CAKES, FANCY PASTRIES, SQUARES, AND DESSERTS
Our pastry chef’s choice of Desserts, Cakes, Pastry and Square Selection. A great variety to meet all tastes.
A SELECTION OF FRESHLY BAKED PIES, WILDBERRY CRUMBLE
Pastry chef’s selection of Pies (Cream And Fruit) together with our very popular Wildberry Crumble. Served with fresh Whipping Cream.
AN INDIVIDUAL PLATED DESSERT
Please ask your sales associate for suggestions. Creme Brulee, Sticky Toffee Pudding, Tirmaisu Cheesecake to name just a few.
ASSORTED PASTRIES AND SQUARES
From our in-house bakery. A delicious selection of freshly made Pastries and Variety of Squares.

SOME OPTIONAL IDEAS FOR YOUR SPECIAL EVENT

PRE-DINNER HORS D’OEUVRES
Please ask your sales associate for suggestions. This is a classy way of starting your special event. Butlered or stationed.
CHAMPAGNE AND STRAWBERRIES
A classic way to greet your guests when they arrive. Always sets everyone in the mood for a great event!
CARVING CHEF FOR A MORE ELEGANT PRESENTATION
A chef is available for carving your main entree items, where applicable for a $150.00 chef fee. This is included in the price of some of the menus listed above.
CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN
Our Chocolate Fountain is very unique and beautiful. It is always popular. Warm Chocolate looks and tastes decadent!
HEAD TABLE SERVICE
When a Head Table is requested, we offer the option of personalized, plated service for $125.00, up to a maximum of 10 guests. Additional head table servers are available, if a greater number of guests need serving.

Contact Us

Box 4293,
55 Alberta Avenue.
Spruce Grove. AB. T7X 3B5

P. 780-962-3683
F. 780-962-1853

Code of Ethics

To provide a fair and accurate quote for our services, in a timely fashion. To listen carefully. To provide an exceptional catering experience to our valued customers from beginning to end. To create “raving fans” of the company, happy guests, and customers, and to ensure that they are charged fairly for our food service –   always.

Contact Us

Box 4293,
55 Alberta Avenue.
Spruce Grove. AB. T7X 3B5

P. 780-962-3683
F. 780-962-1853

Code of Ethics

To provide a fair and accurate quote for our services, in a timely fashion. To listen carefully. To provide an exceptional catering experience to our valued customers from beginning to end. To create “raving fans” of the company, happy guests, and customers, and to ensure that they are charged fairly for our food services –   always.

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