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Terms and ConditionsTerms and ConditionsTerms and ConditionsTerms and ConditionsTerms and ConditionsTerms and ConditionsTerms and ConditionsTerms and Conditions GuaranteeGuaranteeGuaranteeGuarantee A minimum guest count, or guarantee, along with confirmation of event details is due 6 business days prior to the event in order to ensure time for ordering and preparation. This information will be considered the basis for billing and planning purposes. After the guarantee date, increases up to 20% will be accommodated. Increases in excess of that amount are subject to availability of necessary materials and may incur expedited delivery charges. Please note that Taste of the Wild Catering will prepare for the number of guests specified. Any overage desired should be built into the guest count given. A guaranteed count may not be decreased. Taste of the Wild Catering will bill for the amount guaranteed or the actual number served, whichever is greater. The preferred method for transmitting the guarantee is via email to your Sales Representative.

Menu PricingMenu PricingMenu PricingMenu Pricing All menu prices are subject to 20% service charge and 6.75% sales tax. Buffet prices are based on one trip through per guest. Quoted prices will not be increased for events booked within 6 months of the event date. For events booked further than 6 months in advance, prices will not be increased more than 10% from the original quote. Waiver fees will apply to any products brought in from outside sources that could otherwise be provided by Taste of the Wild.

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Taste of the Wild diligently pursues ways to bring local, organic, and sustainable products to your table. From compostable table-wares made from plant products, to the support of local food vendors and an on-site greenhouse where we grow our own

produce, our catering services set the standard for sustainability. We are passionately committed to conducting our business in an environmentally responsible manner. It is Taste of the Wild’s policy to champion and support the conservation efforts of the Cincinnati Zoo and to educate our guests, vendors, and employees to continuously improve our environmental and social performance.

SNACKSSNACKS Groups under 25 guests subject to approval

Trail MixTrail Mix Granola, raisins, chocolate pieces, peanuts, pretzel twists, & dried fruits.

Snack AttackSnack Attack Individual bags of assorted chips & pretzels, plus a selection of cookies.

Rejuvenation StationRejuvenation Station Whole fruit, brownie assortment, & individually bagged peanuts.

BREAKFASTBREAKFAST Groups under 25 guests subject to approval

Continental Continental Assorted breakfast pastries, muffins, & bagels with butter, cream cheese & preserves, seasonal fruit salad. Includes orange juice, coffee (regular & decaf) & hot tea.

Healthy ChoiceHealthy Choice Sliced seasonal fruit, oatmeal, & yogurt parfaits with a selection of toppings: granola, sliced bananas, dried fruits, and nuts. Includes orange juice, coffee (regular & decaf) & hot tea.

EnhancementsEnhancements Available with the purchase of one of the packages above

Cheddar-Chive Scrambled eggs Victorian French Toast Bacon, Breakfast Sausage, Fried Goetta, or Maple Ham Seasoned Breakfast Potatoes Roasted Veggie or Sausage Frittata Whole Fruit Assortment Iced Cinnamon Rolls

BEVERAGESBEVERAGES AllAll--Day Beverage Service (up to 8 hours)Day Beverage Service (up to 8 hours) Coffee (regular & decaf), hot tea, ice water, iced tea & assorted canned sodas.

44--Hour Hot Beverage ServiceHour Hot Beverage Service Coffee (regular & decaf), & hot tea.

44--Hour Cold Beverage ServiceHour Cold Beverage Service Assorted canned sodas, ice water, & iced tea.

ALLALL--DAY CORPORATE PACKAGEDAY CORPORATE PACKAGE Up to 8 hours. Groups under 25 guests subject to approval

Includes the Continental Breakfast and All-Day Beverage Service. Add any base-priced lunch from the buffet menu.

Top it off with any one of the snack breaks.

Balsamic Grilled ChickenBalsamic Grilled Chicken Mixed greens salad with balsamic vinaigrette, grilled marinated chicken breast topped with a fresh tomato concasse, parmesan mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetable sauté, rolls & butter.

BuildBuild--YourYour--Own Burger BarOwn Burger Bar 1/3-pound burgers with an array of toppings & condiments: sliced cheese assortment, bacon strips, red onions, caramelized onions, sliced avocados, lettuce, tomato, pickle slices, Dijon horseradish aioli, mustard, mayo, ketchup, & BBQ sauce. With cole slaw & kettle chips as sides.

Wrappers Platter Wrappers Platter Baja chicken wrapper, Asian beef wrapper, smoked turkey-bacon club wrapper & roasted veggie wrapper. Accompanied by soup of the day, Caesar salad, & bowtie pasta salad.

Cincy Field BarbecueCincy Field Barbecue Montgomery Inn BBQ pulled pork sliders, Cincinnati style chili with pasta , coney dogs, shredded cheese, diced onions, hot sauce, & oyster crackers. Accompanied by house made kettle chips with BBQ sauce, & creamy coleslaw.

Salad Bar & GrillSalad Bar & Grill Mixed greens salad with a selection of cold & hot toppings. Cold toppings: tomatoes, red onions, green onions, cucumber slices, green peppers, diced apples, walnuts, sliced mushrooms, croutons, parmesan cheese, & Swiss cheese. Choose two hot toppings: sliced grilled chicken, sliced grilled flank steak, roasted salmon. Accompanied by ranch, Italian, balsamic & Caesar dressings, rolls & butter.

BUFFETSBUFFETS Groups under 25 guests subject to approval.

Lunches include water and iced tea. Dinners also include coffee. China service available for additional charge.

Little ItalyLittle Italy Choose two: Italian sausage with peppers, chicken parmesan, vegetable or meat lasagna. Accompa-nied by baked mostaccioli, Italian green salad with red wine vinaigrette, garlic breadsticks, parmesan cheese, & red pepper flakes.

HeartlandHeartland Choose two: Beef top round with rosemary demi glace, chicken with wild mushroom sauce, meatloaf, Dr. Pepper-glazed ham. Accompanied by herb-roasted new potatoes, seasonal sautéed vegetables, classic farmhouse salad with ranch dressing and balsamic vinaigrette, rolls & butter.

The ClassicThe Classic Herb-crusted top sirloin steaks with red onion mar-malade, chicken with lemon-thyme sauce, roasted garlic redskin mashed potatoes, green bean carrot and red pepper medley with balsamic butter, Caesar salad, rolls & butter.

Cold Hors D’OeuvresCold Hors D’Oeuvres

Pepper-Seared Beef Tenderloin Crostini with Gorgonzola & Red Onion

Asian Chicken Lettuce Cups

Smoked Salmon Rolls with Whipped Lemon Caper Cream on Pumpernickel Toast Points Eggplant Caponata & Goat Cheese Phyllo Cup Savory Sun-Dried Tomato Bread Pudding with Basil Pesto Cream

Golden Gazpacho Shooters with Cilantro Crème Fraische

Chilled Melon Gazpacho Shooters

Antipasto Skewers: Marinated Fresh Mozzarella, Piquant Peppers, Artichokes, & Kalamata Olives Caprese Bruschetta: Buffalo Mozzarella, Plum Tomato, & Basil Leaves with Balsamic Glaze Harissa-Marinated Chicken in Curry Waffle Cones with Red Onion Chutney

Chorizo-Stuffed Dates with Arrabiatta Sauce

Country Ham Biscuit with Tomato-Thyme Jam $____ for 25

Hot Hors D’OeuvresHot Hors D’Oeuvres

Korean Beef & Kimchee Skewers with Kalbi Dipping Sauce

Algerian Curried Beef & Potato Wonton with Mango Ketchup

Smoked Gouda, Chicken, & Spinach Quesadillas with Chipotle Salsa

Mini Cheeseburgers with Bacon and Jalapeno Mayonnaise

All of our featured hors d’oeuvres work well when

presented as butler-passed items, set up as creative stations, or paired with hors d’oeuvre displays.

Our team of culinary experts will create a combination that best suits the needs of your event.

Orange & Fennel Crusted Tuna Crostini with Olive Tapenade

Ricotta & Herb Stuffed Peppers

Duck Sausage en Croute with Dark Ale Mustard Ham, Cheddar, & Chive Gougeres

Bleu Cheese, Dried Cranberry, & Spiced Can-died Walnut Stuffed Endive leaves

HORS D’OEUVRESHORS D’OEUVRES

APPETIZER DISPLAYS

Artisan Cheese BoardArtisan Cheese Board Selection of domestic & imported cheeses

accompanied by rustic breads, assorted crackers,

dried fruits & fresh grapes.

AntipastoAntipasto

Selection of cured meats, fresh mozzarella,

asiago & smoked provolone cheeses, sweet

peppers, marinated olives, garlic bread sticks &

flat breads.

MakeMake--YourYour--Own Bruschetta TrioOwn Bruschetta Trio Toasted Italian bread slices with a selection of

three toppings: classic balsamic tomato, Tuscan

white bean, roasted red pepper & artichoke

tapenade.

Flavors of the Mediterranean Flavors of the Mediterranean Roasted red pepper hummus, warm feta-

artichoke dip, tabbouleh salad, oil cured olives,

oven baked pita wedges & rustic bread.

Market CruditeMarket Crudite Vegetable assortment with roasted garlic saffron

aioli & buttermilk ranch dip.

Poblano FundidoPoblano Fundido Tri-colored tortilla chips, queso fundido with

chorizo, salsa verde, pico de gallo, & house-made

guacamole.

Duck Confit Quesadillas with BBQ Sauce & White Cheddar Singapore Chicken Skewers with Lemongrass & Sesame-Soy Glaze

Mini Cuban Sandwiches

Chicken Ligonettes with Tarragon Dijonnaise Shredded Pork & Bleu Cheese Gorditas Prosciutto, Fig Jam, & Brie Crostini

Southwest Grilled Shrimp Mini-Burritos with Tequila-Cilantro Cream

Coconut Shrimp with Apricot Mustard Crab Cakes with Chili Cilantro Aioli

Bourbon-Buffalo Glazed Shrimp with Bleu Cheese Sauce & Celery

Vietnamese Vegetable Spring Rolls with Sweet Ginger-Soy Dipping Sauce

Baked Artichoke Crostini

Spanikopita with Roasted Garlic Aioli

Smoked Tomato Soup Shooters with Cheesy Croutons

Senegalese Sweet Potato Soup Shooters

STROLLING STATIONSSTROLLING STATIONS

Coffee & water stations included

China service available for additional charge

Groups under 50 guests subject to approval

CARVING CARVING Select One

Herb-Crusted Beef with Red Onion Marmalade

Cajun Turkey Tenderloin with Creole Remoulade

Dijon Pork Loin with Apple-Rosemary Chutney

Maple Ham with Honey Stone-Ground Mustard

Morel-Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Forest

Horseradish Sauce ($5.95 additional)

Includes Split Rolls & Butter Carving Attendants $75 each (required)

ITALIAITALIA Select Two

Cheese Tortellini with Fire-Roasted Tomato Sauce

Mushroom Ravioli with Morel Cream

Gnocchi Bolognese

Farfalle Primavera with Basil Pesto

Penne Alfredo with Chicken & Spinach

Shrimp Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta

Roasted Vegetable Risotto

Green Pea & Parmesan Risotto

Includes Garlic Breadsticks Optional Culinary Attendants $75 each

STREET TACOSSTREET TACOS Select Two

Barbacoa (Shredded Slow-Roasted Beef)

Carnitas (Shredded Slow-Roasted Pork)

Chicken Mole (A Traditional Mexican Favorite)

Baked Tilapia

Portobello Mushrooms in Adobo Sauce

Shrimp ($1.95 additional)

Includes Cilantro-Lime Rice, Queso Fresco, Pico de Gallo, & Pineapple-Habanero Salsa

Optional Culinary Attendants $75 each

SLIDERS SLIDERS Select Two

Classic Cheeseburgers Veggie Burgers

BBQ Pulled Pork Sloppy Joes

Fire-Roasted Chicken Salmon Burgers

Mediterranean Turkey Falafel with Tzatziki

Optional Culinary Attendants $75 each

RETRO RETRO Select Two

Prosciutto-Topped Deviled Eggs & Smoked Salmon-

Infused Deviled Eggs with Chile Oil Pipette

Chicken “Pot Pie“ with Biscuits

Chicken & Waffles

Meatloaf with Shallots, Bacon, & Tomato Jam

Mac ‘n’ Cheese

Shrimp & Grits ($1.95 additional)

Optional Culinary Attendants $75 each

EAST ASIAEAST ASIA Select Two

Thai Beef Salad Vegetable Spring Rolls

Sweet & Spicy Chicken Pork Pot Stickers

Chicken Pad Thai Vegetable Pad Thai

Szechuan Chicken Szechuan Beef

Vegetable Stir Fry Beef Lo Mein

Chicken Lo Mein Vegetable Lo Mein

Includes White Rice, Chopsticks, & Fortune Cookies (Fried Rice $1.25 additional)

Optional Culinary Attendants $75 each

NORTH AFRICANORTH AFRICA Select Three

Hummus Duo with Pita Chips (Classic, Black

Bean, Acorn Squash, or Red Pepper)

Baba Ghanoush with Roasted Naan

Tabbouleh Salad Mini Gyros

Kefta Meatballs Falafel with Tzatziki

Marinated Vegetable Skewers

Harissa Chicken Skewers

Optional Culinary Attendants $75 each

SALADS SALADS Select Two

Strawberry-Spinach Salad with Chevre & Almonds

Greek Village Salad

Arugula Salad with Figs, Bacon, & Bleu Cheese

Roasted Vegetable Cous Cous

Caprese-Style Mesclun Salad

Classic Caesar Salad

Panzanella (Italian Rustic Bread Salad)

Raspberry-Beet Salad with Hazelnuts & Chevre

SERVEDSERVED DINNERSDINNERS

Includes rolls & butter, coffee & ice water, with iced tea by request

Groups under 50 guests subject to approval

SALADSSALADS Grilled Caesar Salad Grilled Romaine Heart with Croutons, Caesar Dressing, & Parmesan Tuille

Spinach & Arugula Salad Baby Spinach & Arugula with Caramelized Onions & Fennel, Sliced Mushrooms, Mandarin Oranges, & Citrus Vinaigrette

Classic Mixed Greens Mixture of Baby Lettuces, Seasonal Berries, Goat

Cheese, Candied Almonds, & Balsamic Vinaigrette

Choice of Salad is Included with the Purchase of an Entrée

ENTRÉESENTRÉES A Maximum of 2 Entrees, plus Special Meals (e.g.

vegan, kid, and food allergy) may be selected.

Side items are interchangeable, but must be the same for all entrées selected.

Grilled Sirloin Steak With Burgundy-Shallot Butter & Fried Leeks, Roasted Artichoke-Garlic Mashed Potatoes, & Sautéed Petite Vegetable Medley Upgrade to 5 oz. Tenderloin Available

Apricot-Habanero Grilled Chicken With Roasted-Pepper Pico de Gallo, Buttermilk-Chive Mashed Potatoes, & Broccoli with Citrus Butter

Pan-Seared Pork Tenderloin Medallions With Plum Chutney, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, & Sesame-Ginger Green Beans

Wild Rice Stuffed Chicken With Chive & Morel Sauce, Gorgonzola Bread Pudding, & Caramelized Root Vegetables

Roasted Alaskan Salmon With Pesto Crust, Green Pea-Parmesan Risotto, & Roasted Asparagus with Spiced Béarnaise Sauce

Vegan & Gluten-Free Selection Sautéed Vegetable Strings & Portobello Cap, Red Pepper & Herb Tomato Sauce, Seared Tomato-Basil Polenta Point

DUET ENTRÉESDUET ENTRÉES

Steak & Chicken Herb-Crusted Top Sirloin with Red Onion Marma-lade & Breaded Chicken Breast with Grand Mar-nier Cream Sauce, Truffle Mashed Potatoes, & Sautéed Petite Vegetable Medley

Steak & Seafood Garlic & Soy Glazed Top Sirloin & Crab Cake with Saffron Aioli, Garlic-Roasted New Potatoes, & Bourbon-Brown Sugar Carrots with Red Peppers

DESSERTSDESSERTS

Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake with Fresh Raspberries

Strawberry Cream Cake with Chambord Berry Sauce

Raspberry-Dusted Vanilla Panna Cotta

Chocolate & Bourbon Pecan Tart with Crème Anglaise

Rustic Apple or Berry Tart with Maple-Vanilla Whipped Cream

Fresh Seasonal Berries in a Chocolate Cup with Honey-Mint Cream

Parfait & Mousse Assortment

Mini Dessert Assortment: Cheesecakes, Dessert Bars, & Petit Fours

Bowl of English Trifle

Assorted Dessert Bars & Brownies

Cookie Assortment (2 cookies per person)

TABLESIDE WINE SERVICETABLESIDE WINE SERVICE

Bridlewood Pinot Noir Bridlewood Pinot Noir California California

Starborough Sauv. Blanc Starborough Sauv. Blanc New Zealand New Zealand

Apothic Red Blend Apothic Red Blend California California

Whitehaven Sauv. Blanc Whitehaven Sauv. Blanc New Zealand New Zealand

Alamos Malbec Alamos Malbec Argentina Argentina

Ecco Domani Pinot Grigio Ecco Domani Pinot Grigio Italy Italy

William Hill Cabernet William Hill Cabernet Central Coast Central Coast

William Hill Chardonnay William Hill Chardonnay Central Coast Central Coast

Edna Valley Merlot Edna Valley Merlot Paso Robles Paso Robles

Edna Valley Chardonnay Edna Valley Chardonnay Edna Valley Edna Valley

Red Rock Merlot Red Rock Merlot California California

Ecco Domani Moscato Ecco Domani Moscato Italy Italy

Frei Brothers Reserve Merlot Frei Brothers Reserve Merlot Dry Creek Dry Creek

Frei Brothers Chardonnay Frei Brothers Chardonnay Russian River Russian River

Ghost Pines Cabernet Ghost Pines Cabernet Sonoma/Napa Sonoma/Napa

Ghost Pines Chardonnay Ghost Pines Chardonnay Sonoma Coast Sonoma Coast

The wines featured in this section must beThe wines featured in this section must be purchased in wholepurchased in whole--case quantities.case quantities.

Hourly Bar PackagesHourly Bar Packages

Cash BarsCash Bars

Mixed Drinks with Standard Liquor Domestic Bottled Beer

Bottled Craft Beer House Wine

Champagne per bottle Canned Soda (Pepsi Products)

Premium Brands Full Bar PackagePremium Brands Full Bar Package Liquor: Chivas Regal Scotch, Woodford Reserve

Bourbon, Crown Royal, Bombay Sapphire Gin,

Grey Goose Vodka, & Bacardi Rum

Bottled Beer: Budweiser, Bud Light, Yuengling, &

craft beers from the Great Lakes Brewery

Red & White House Select Wines

Assorted Canned Sodas (Pepsi Products)

Standard Brands Full Bar PackageStandard Brands Full Bar Package Liquor: Dewar's Scotch, Jack Daniels, Seagram’s

7, Seagram’s Gin, Finlandia Vodka, Bacardi Rum

Bottled Beer: Budweiser, Bud Light, Yuengling, &

craft beers from the Great Lakes Brewery

Red & White House Standard Wines

Assorted Canned Sodas (Pepsi Products)

Basic Bar PackageBasic Bar Package Bottled Beer: Budweiser, Bud Light, Yuengling, &

craft beers from the Great Lakes Brewery

Red & White House Standard Wines

Assorted Canned Sodas (Pepsi Products)

Specialty Drink UpgradeSpecialty Drink Upgrade Add a customized preAdd a customized pre--mixed cocktail to mixed cocktail to

any package bar any package bar

Drink recipes will be created by Taste of the Wild Drink recipes will be created by Taste of the Wild based on inbased on in--stock items and customer guidelinesstock items and customer guidelines

Limitations to selections may applyLimitations to selections may apply

SetSet--Up Fees , Staffing, & PoliciesUp Fees , Staffing, & Policies

Bar set-up fees: $150 per beer/wine bar

$200 per full bar

1 bartender will be provided per 100 guests at no charge. If additional staff is required, staffing

charges will be applied at the rate of $75.00 per supplemental bartender.

Drink selections may vary according to availability. For a list of upgraded wine selections, ask your

catering sales representative.

The maximum length of time allowed for open bar is four hours. Taste of the Wild reserves the right to enforce responsible alcohol service practices.

Consumption BarsConsumption Bars For hosted bars billed on consumption,

the base prices are the same as the item prices for cash bars.

For bars billed on the basis of drink tickets, the tickets will be collected,

itemized according to drink selection, and billed accordingly.

Rental ServicesRental Services

Table LinenTable Linen • Black square linen is provided as a standard for guest seating tables. One linen for every

eight guests is included for seating with the purchase of a meal. • Additional square lap-length linen, if needed, are available. • An upgrade to floor-length black linen can be provided. • Black floor-length linen is provided as a standard for all buffet and beverage station tables

with the purchase of a meal at no charge . • Additional floor-length black linen may be rented. • Floor-length black linen for standing “high-top” cocktail tables are available. • White linen may be substituted for black by request. • Black or white cloth napkins are provided as a standard for all meals with china service at no

additional charge. • Select additional napkin colors are available by request. • Specialty rental linen may be provided in a variety of sizes, patterns, & colors. Pricing pro-

vided upon request.

Service and handling charges will apply to all catering-related rental items brought in from outside vendors.

China and GlasswareChina and Glassware • China service, with house white square china plates, basic flatware, water glass & coffee cup, is included in the price of served, plated meals for parties of up to 200 guests. • House china & flatware service (including water glass

and coffee cup) for buffet meals is available. • China service for each guest above 200 can be made available. • Basic glassware service for bars is available regardless

of group size. • Additional charges may apply for china and glassware services in certain venues. China and glassware are typically not allowed near animal exhibits. • Eco-friendly disposable products will be provided at no

charge with any meal or beverage service should china or glassware service not be desired. • Options for china, flatware, & glassware upgrades are available in a multitude of styles. Ask one of our sales representatives for a quote on pricing to fit your theme.