Grand Holiday Buffet Menu - Special Dinner Event
Gather your family and friends for a festive experience like no other!
Join us for a special holiday event featuring a global menu inspired by traditional dishes and cultures. Enjoy a diverse selection of festive favorites, brought to life by our talented culinary team. This feast showcases some of our favorite holiday dishes. Take advantage of our many action stations that allow you to be a part of the culinary magic. Please join us in supporting the CT State Manchester Culinary Arts program!
---Appetizers and Salads
Cranberry Brie Bites - Flaky, golden puff pastry filled with warm Brie and a bright cranberry compote.
Lamb Kofta-Herb-marinated ground lamb, grilled to tender perfection, served on pita with cucumber sauce.
Spanakopita - Crisp phyllo with spinach and feta, finished with a delicate hot honey drizzle.
Chicken Kebabs with Peanut Sauce - Marinated grilled chicken served with a velvety spiced peanut dipping sauce.
Season Mesclun Salad - Fresh mix of mesclun greens, Granny Smith apples, sweet carrots, and dried cranberries. Tossed in a tangy apple cider vinaigrette.
Pasta Primavera Salad - Pasta tossed with garden vegetables in light garlic and herb dressing.
---Main Entree and Side Selections:
Glazed Ham with Pineapple Chutney - Slow-roasted ham caramelized in a rich brown sugar glaze, accompanied with pineapple chutney & dinner rolls.
Beef Bourguignon- Slow-roasted beef with a rich Burgundy mushroom sauce.
Vegetarian Manicotti - Tender manicotti filled with herbed ricotta and spinach, baked in a rich tomato sauce.
Roasted Herb Potatoes - Oven-roasted potatoes tossed with fresh herb, butter & garlic
Sautee Green Beans with Shallots - Green beans topped with crisp shallots and a sweet-spicy glaze.
--Desserts and Beverages
Assorted Holiday Desserts
Holiday Party Punch - A sparkling citrus punch with festive bubbles and a hint of spice.
Apple Cider - Classic warm, spiced cider
Abuelita’s Mexican Hot Chocolate - A rich, velvety hot chocolate steeped with cinnamon and traditional Mexican flavors
