theumstead.com | 919.447.4120 | [email protected] meetings & events Spring/Summer2018
Our Catering Menus reflect refinement and simplicity honed by ourteam of culinary professionals. With inspirations from our signaturerestaurant, Herons, attendees will be delighted with the presentation,flavor and creativity of each dish prepared by our culinary team.
The stunning natural beauty of our three-acre lake and woodedgrounds—which are visible from many of our meeting spaces—standin sharp contrast to the cutting-edge technology and equipment thatis housed within the Umstead Hotel. We offer everything fromwireless Internet to video conferencing and beyond.
A peaceful setting for your group’s meeting and peace of mind. Thisunique combination is what makes The Umstead an ideal location foryour next off-site meeting, business event, or conference in theRaleigh-Durham area.
This seasonal menu is available March 20th – September 22nd. Welook forward to working with you!
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Breaks 4Breakfast Buffets 7Brunch Buffet 11Lunch Buffets 13Plated Lunch 17Dinner Buffets 22Plated Dinner 25Buffet Desserts 29Receptions 31Action Stations 35Specialty Events 38Beverage Service 42Information 48Audio Visual 50
A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
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Quench Your Thirstcharged per person
Coca-Cola soft drinks 3 per bottleFiji bottled water 4 per bottleVoss sparkling water 4 per bottleLarry's Beans coffee 45 per gallonMighty Leaf teas 45 per gallon
Specialty Beverages
iced teacoconut watercucumber waterstrawberry waterfresh lemonade35 per gallon
• Served for a period of one hour
Southern Sweet & Salty roasted peanuts truffled popcornchocolate dipped pretzelsdouble chocolate rice krispy barsalted coconut macaroonswhite chocolate macadamia nut cookies12 per guest
NC State Faircracker jacksmini pretzel dogsbourbon pulled pork slider, fig jambottled root beer cream soda14 per guest
Cured Meats & Cheeselavoshpickled okrapeppadewslocal cheeseartisan crackershouse made & local charcuterie14 per guest
Chips & Dipspita chips kettle chipsjalapeño tortilla chips grape salsahummusFrench onion dip13 per guest
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Build Your Own Trail Mix
M&M'spretzelscranberriesspicy pecansassorted nutsbanana chipsdried blueberries11 per guest
Build Your Own Parfaitvanilla yogurtfresh berriescandied nutslow fat Greek yogurthouse made granolaseasonal dried fruit compote12 per guest
Healthy BreakNutri-Grain barsgranola barsfresh fruit skewersnaked smoothiesbottled juiceskombucha11 per guest
Coffee & Donutsfresh warm donutsvanilla sugarcinnamon sugarpowdered sugarLarry's Beans iced coffee11 per guest
• Served for a period of one hour
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European Breakfast
fresh fruitGreek yogurt parfait, granola, fresh berriesDanishes & croissantscinnamon French toastherb & cheese mini quichemini bagels, smoked salmonall natural sausage
organic milkartisan orange juicefreshly brewed Larry's Beans coffeeselection of herbal & organic teas31 per guest
• Served for a period of two hours
• A minimum of 10 guests is required for all hot breakfast buffets
• All hot buffets will have a $100 surcharge apply for any groups with less than 10 guests
Lakeside Breakfast
fresh fruit Danishes, muffins & croissantssweet butter & house made jamNutri-Grain & granola barsKashi cereals
organic milkartisan orange juicefreshly brewed Larry's Beans coffeeselection of herbal & organic teas27 per guest
Carolina Breakfast
fresh fruit Greek yogurt parfait, granola, fresh berries scrambled eggs, fresh herbscheese gritsfried breakfast potatoes Applewood smoked bacon
organic milkartisan orange juicefreshly brewed Larry's Beans coffee29 per guest
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Healthy Start Breakfast
fresh fruit low fat Greek yogurtlow fat muffinstomato & herb frittataspinach & mushroom frittatachicken & apple sausagesteel cut maple cinnamon oatmeal
organic milkartisan orange juicefreshly brewed Larry's Beans coffeeselection of herbal & organic teas30 per guest
Latin Breakfast
fresh fruitscrambled eggs, green onion, tomatocrispy potatoes, chipotle aioliapplewood smoked baconchorizo sausagechicken chilaquiles
horchataartisan orange juicefreshly brewed Larry's Beans coffeeselection of herbal & organic teas30 per guest
Country Style Breakfast
fresh fruitGreek yogurt parfait, granola, fresh berriesbuttermilk biscuitshouse made jamscrambled eggs, hoop cheddar, chivesApplewood smoked baconchicken & waffles, jalapeño syrupcrispy potatoes
organic milkartisan orange juicefreshly brewed Larry's Beans Coffeeselection of herbal & organic teas34 per guest
A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
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Culinary Enhancementsadditional breakfast items equal to event attendance
Thick Cut French Toast Vermont maple syrup
Belgian Waffle Nutella, fresh berries
Individual Quiche spinach, mushroom, goat cheese
4 per guest
Buttermilk Biscuit crispy fried chicken
English Muffin sausage & hoop cheddar
Individual Frittata avocado, chorizo, tomato
Breakfast BLT fried egg, sourdough bread
5 per guest
Chef Attended Stationsrequires a Chef Attendant at $150, one attendant per 50 guests
Grit Bowlsbuilt to order
bacon, country ham, chorizo & pork sausagescallions, tomatoes, red onion, chives, baby peppersshredded cheddar, parmesan, boursin & goat cheesesspicy tomato sauce, shrimp & tasso gravy, white gravy12 per guest
Omelet Stationmade to order
omelets & eggs bacon, country ham, chorizo & pork sausageshredded cheddar, parmesan, & goat cheesesscallions, bell peppers, tomatoes, caramelized onion, spinach13 per guest
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Brunch Buffet
lobster chowderartisan cheesescompressed fruit salad pineapple, honeydew, cantaloupe, mint honey
house made granola & vanilla yogurt parfaitsDanishes, pastries, & assorted breadsbagels, herbed cream cheese, smoked salmonfield greens, poached pear, blue cheesepotato hash fried egg, crispy bacon
spinach & mushroom quichechicken & wafflesApplewood smoked baconall natural sausagechef carved ham47 per guest
Enhancements
eggs benedict stationtraditional, crab cake, Florentine, hollandaise
14 per guest
omelet stationchef’s selection of seasonal accompaniments
13 per guest
• The Brunch buffet includes freshly squeezed juices freshly brewed Larry's Beans coffee selection of herbal & organic teas
• Served for a period of two hours
• A minimum of 20 guests is required for the brunch buffet
• A $150 surcharge will apply for any groups with less than 20 guests
• Requires a chef attendant at $150, one attendant per 50 guests
A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
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• All buffet lunches include freshly brewed Larry's Beans coffee, a selection of herbal & organic teas, iced tea, rolls & sweet butter
• Served for a period of two hours
• A minimum of 10 guests is required for all hot lunch buffets
• A $150 surcharge will apply for any groups with less than 10 guests
The Garden
soupsheirloom tomato soupsummer squash soup
greenshydroponic Bibb lettuceartisan romaine heartspetite lettuces
select three toppingschimichurri grilled steak shaved seasonal vegetablesherb roasted chicken heirloom cherry tomatoesmarinated crab salad herb & garlic croutonsblackened shrimp shaved parmesangrilled vegetables roasted pine nuts
crispy bacon
select two dessertsstrawberry black pepper vinaigrette select 3 desserts from page 30buttermilk ranch dressing (click here)
lemon herb vinaigrette blue cheese dressingraspberry vinaigretteolive vinaigrette35 per guest
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Southern Deli
soupsweet corn chowder
saladsbaby arugula grilled corn, feta, watermelon, basil vinaigrette
southern potato salad sweet onion, pickles, bacon, yellow mustard
select three crafted sandwichessmoked salmon salad lemon-dill aioli, Bibb lettuce, capers, wheatberry bread
grilled vegetable wrap grilled asparagus, romaine, egg salad, red onion
black forest ham melt hoop cheddar, pickled pepper aioli, pretzel bun
warm steak Ashe County blue cheese, horseradish aioli, brioche bun
smoked turkey BLT, Durham jack cheese, cilantro mayo, baguette
local pulled pork smoked chevre, fig jam, brioche bun
sidesgourmet potato chipsmarinated summer squash
dessertsselect 3 desserts from page 30(click here)
37 per guest
The Umstead
souptruffled potato & leek soup
saladspearl pasta marinated tomatoes, mozzarella, basil oil
artisan romaine parmesan, garlic herb croutons, Caesar dressing
entréesseared salmon melted leeks, crispy pancetta, lemon-dill buerre blanc
organic chicken breast heirloom cherry tomatoes, sherry bacon jus
grilled beef tenderloin madeira braised mushrooms
sidesgarlic mashed potatoesroasted asparagusgrilled artichokes
dessertsselect 3 desserts from page 30(click here)
47 per guest
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Southern Comfort
souplocal country ham & white bean soup
saladsbaby iceberg cherry tomatoes, bacon, blue cheese, buttermilk dressing
grilled peach pecans, local chevre, arugula, honey-black pepper mignonette
entreessouthern fried chicken house made pepper jam
Carolina black grouper grilled corn relish, smoked tomato gravy
grilled beef tenderloin marble potatoes, caramelized onions, red wine reduction
sidespimento mac & cheesecharred haricot verts heirloom tomato pie
dessertsselect 3 desserts from page 30(click here)
45 per guest
Southwestern
soupcharred tomato & red pepper soup
saladsgrilled romaine scallions, pickled green tomato, avocado vinaigrette
baby iceberg jack cheese, crispy tortillas, tomatoes, olives, chipotle ranch
entreeschorizo paella arugula, Spanish rice, caramelized Cipollini onions
smoked chicken breast black bean salsa, chicken jus
chimichurri grilled hangar steak tomatillo salsa
sidesfire roasted summer squashchipotle mashed potatoescrispy potato gnocchi
dessertsselect 3 desserts from page 30(click here)
44 per guest
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Appetizers
crab cakebraised fennel. citrus juices, Riesling buerre blanc
fried green tomatoeschow chow, chevre puree, sweet pepper sauce
scallops ragout of summer vegetables, ginger-tomato jus
aquarello riceEnglish pea, lobster, black truffle, chives
ahi tunanicoise style, olives, haricot vert, tomato
potato gnocchiprosciutto, wild mushroom, asiago cheese
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• All entrées include seasonal farm vegetables, freshly brewed Larry's Beans coffee, a selection of herbal & organic teas, iced tea, fresh baked rolls & creamery butter.
• Vegetarian Entrées are available upon request and are Chef’s Seasonal Choice.
• Prices are based on a three course lunch menu to include one First Course, one Entrée & one Dessert.
Soupspoured tableside
heirloom tomato gazpachocucumber, cilantro, farm peppers
sweet corn soupgrilled shrimp, lemongrass, Swiss chard
Salads
field greensgrilled peach, beets, feta, white balsamic
beet saladgoat cheese, candied walnuts, Frisée, mache
smoked trout saladlemon confit, Bibb lettuce, blue potato, toast
baby icebergbacon, tomatoes, blue cheese dressing
butter lettucecitrus, radish, pine nuts, basil dressing
classic Caesarwhite anchovy, aged parmesan, crouton
salad endivegrilled pears, walnuts, blue cheese, aged balsamic
friséecrispy bacon, beluga lentils, sherry vinaigrette
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Entrées
roasted chicken breast creamed corn, rosemary polenta, natural jus
38 per guest
flounder summer vegetables, grits, herb butter
40 per guest
fried chicken buttermilk waffles, green beans, honey
36 per guest
Scottish salmon thyme polenta, bean succotash, lemon butter
40 per guest
beef short rib potato puree, summer squash, bacon-sherry vinaigrette
41 per guest
beef tenderloinpotato puree, onion rings, au jus
44 per guest
black groupergrits, fennel –olive salad, crab butter
40 per guest
Carolina shrimp shrimp & grits, tasso gravy, crispy egg
41 per guest
pork tenderloin peach BBQ, roasted potatoes
38 per guest
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Duo Entrées
beef tenderloin & lobster potato puree, summer succotash, red wine jus
53 per guest
chicken & garlic shrimpthyme scented polenta, roasted asparagus
42 per guest
beef tenderloin & chickenpotato puree, roasted vegetables, madeira jus
45 per guest
short rib & shrimpcreamy grits, summer vegetables, rosemary jus
43 per guest
Entrée SaladsPriced based on a three course lunch to include soup & dessert
grilled chicken salad Bibb lettuce, pecans, grapes, tarragon
32 per guest
ahi tunaglass noodle salad, sesame-soy dressing
38 per guest
crab salad green apples, fennel, truffled crème fraîche
40 per guest
roasted beef tenderloin blue cheese, grilled romaine, pine nuts
42 per guest
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Plated Desserts
cheesecake bardulce de leche, seasonal berries, pecan crumble
devil’s food cakered fruits, dark chocolate ganache, vanilla cream
meyer lemon cream cakeconfit lemon, citrus pound cake, pistachio crumble
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Preset Desserts
key lime-buttermilk berry jam, key lime cream, graham crumble, lime meringue, vanilla chantilly
tiramisubiscotti, almond-mascarpone cream, lady fingers, coffee, Kahlua, Amaretto chantilly
black forrest cakedevil’s food cake, cherry mousse, chocolate lace, cocoa crumble, chocolate chantilly
peaches & cream peach jam, balsamic, lemon-olive oil pound cake, vanilla cream, brown butter
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The Umstead
soupheirloom tomato soup
saladsBibb salad pecans, figs, goat cheese, balsamic black pepper vinaigrette
Sunny Creek lettuces shaved seasonal vegetables, lemon herb vinaigrette
entreesseared grouper crispy leeks, herb butter sauce
coffee rubbed beef tenderloin creamed baby spinach, garlic cream
organic chicken breast marinated tomatoes, basil oil, smoked tomato jus
sidesroasted broccolisummer cous cousgreen bean casserole
dessertsselect 3 desserts from page 30(click here)
69 per guest
Asian Bistro
soupwild mushroom soup
saladsAsian chop salad carrots, edamame, tomatoes, wontons, ginger dressing
watermelon & cucumber cilantro, arugula, yuzu-honey vinaigrette
entreesroasted Cheshire pork loin ponzu sauce
seared salmon sake black bean butter sauce
free range chicken shitake mushroom, hoisin-lime jus
sidesgrilled baby bok choysummer vegetable stir fry ginger scented mashed sweet potatoes
dessertsselect 3 desserts from page 30(click here)
66 per guest
• All buffet dinners include freshly brewed Larry's Beans coffee, a selection of herbal & organic teas, iced tea, rolls & sweet butter.
• Served for a period of two hours.
• A minimum of 15 guests is required for all hot lunch buffets.
• A $250 surcharge will apply for any groups with less than 15 guests.
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Barbecue
soupsmoked tomato soup
saladsgrilled romaine fried green tomatoes, goat cheese, green goddess dressing
baked potato salad marble potatoes, bacon, cheddar, herbed crème fraiche
entreescitrus chipotle BBQ Short Ribs Brookwood Farms pulled pork brioche rolls
slow-cooked chicken shaved baby bell peppers, Carolina gold BBQ
sidessmashed red bliss potatoes collard greenscrispy fried okra
dessertsselect 3 desserts from page 30(click here)
62 per guest
Sunday Supper
soupwhite chili
saladsartisan romaine cracklins, celery-blue cheese dressing
Bibb salad fennel, orange, marcona almonds, citrus vinaigrette
entreesCheshire farms pork chop port glazed apples, summer cous cous
free range chicken lemon herb vinaigrette
cornmeal flounder southern cole slaw
sidesgarlic scented broccoliniYukon gold potato gratinheirloom tomato pie
dessertsselect 3 desserts from page 30(click here)
61 per guest
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Appetizers
crab cake citrus, braised fennel, Riesling butter
sea scallopscauliflower, golden raisin, brown butter
shrimp & gritsrosemary grits, country ham, asiago cheese
seared ahi tunamarinated snow peas, avocado, yuzu vinaigrette
fried green tomatoespepper relish, sweet corn sauce
arborio risottosweet peas, wild mushrooms, truffle cream
hot smoked salmonpetite frites, sorghum molasses
Soupspoured tableside
heirloom tomato gazpachobaby tomato, olive oil, cilantro espuma
sweet corn soupgrilled shrimp, green pickled tomato, cumin
chilled pea souplump crab, tapioca, lemon, grilled leek
she crab soupblue crab, aged sherry, sweet onion
tomato soupbasil, crispy bacon, herb crouton
Salads
heirloom tomato saladmache, watermelon, fresh mozzarella, aged balsamic
summer melon saladlettuce, fennel, red onion, feta, mint vinaigrette
grilled asparagus saladcountry ham, boiled egg, watercress, truffle
classic Caesar saladromaine lettuce hearts, garlic croutons, parmesan
young lettuce saladbaby tomatoes, goat cheese, strawberries, white balsamic
• All entrées include seasonal farm vegetables, freshly brewed Larry's Beans coffee, a selection of herbal & organic teas, iced tea, fresh baked rolls & creamery butter.
• Vegetarian Entrées are available upon request and are Chef’s Seasonal Choice.
• Prices are based on a three course dinner menu to include one first course, one Entrée & one Dessert.
• Four courses available at an additional $12 per guest.
• An additional $20 per guest, will apply for ordering entrées tableside. Only single entrées may be selected when offering guests a choice of menu.
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Entrées
roasted chicken breastthyme polenta, creamed corn, chicken jus
56 per guest
Scottish salmonstir fry vegetables, sake-black bean sauce
60 per guest
Carolina floundercrab stuffed, pea succotash, sweet pepper jus
60 per guest
roasted sea basssummer succotash, herb salad, curry broth
62 per guest
rack of lambroasted potatoes, asparagus, mint, lamb jus
68 per guest
beef short ribpotato puree, wild mushroom jus
62 per guest
beef tenderloinpotato puree, onion rings, sherry jus
65 per guest
pork tenderloinpotato puree, roasted peach, caramel-citrus jus
57 per guest
Carolina shrimplemon-garlic glaze, risotto, succotash, herb butter
61 per guest
Duo Entrées
beef tenderloin & lobsterpotato puree, truffled sherry cream
77 per guest
beef tenderloin & shrimppotato puree, truffled sherry cream
70 per guest
beef tenderloin & crab cakepolenta, creamed corn, pecans, natural jus
70 per guest
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Plated Desserts
dark chocolate mousse barcoffee-chocolate crumb, seasonal berries, dark chocolate pudding
raspberry panna cottapistachio financier, raspberry sauce, pistachio powder, fresh raspberries
hazelnut crunch barbanana-caramel, hazelnut praline, vanilla chantilly
milk chocolate crème brûléedulce de leche, dehydrated mousse, coffee chantilly
meyer lemon cream cakeconfit lemon, citrus pound cake, pistachio crumble
strawberry parfaitalmond cake, shortbread, honeyed mascarpone cream
Preset Desserts
key lime-buttermilk berry jam, key lime cream, graham crumble, lime meringue, vanilla chantilly
black forrest cakedevil’s food cake, cherry mousse, chocolate lace, cocoa crumble, chocolate chantilly
peaches & cream peach jam, balsamic, lemon-olive oil pound cake, vanilla cream, brown butter
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Desserts
key lime piekey lime curd, berry gel, chantilly
chocolate whoopie piechocolate cake, italian buttercream
carrot cake sandwichcarrot cake, cream cheese icing
earl grey blondie barbrown butter buttercream
lemon cream barlemon curd, sable crust
coconut pound caketoasted coconut, dulce buttercream
chocolate bourbon pecan piecaramel bourbon filling, pecans
seasonal fruit tartoat crumble
banana cream piebanana pastry cream, vanilla chantilly
chocolate peanut butter piepeanut butter cream cheese filling, chocolate icing
strawberry almond shortcakestrawberry mousse, almond sponge cake, chantilly
red velvet cakeclassic red velvet cake, cream cheese filling
hazelnut espresso brownieshazelnut praline brownie, chocolate espresso icing
caramel cheesecakegraham cracker, white chocolate cheesecake, caramel
vanilla bean rice pudding GF/DF/Vegan
seasonal fruit
chocolate pudding GF/DF/Vegan
cocoa crumble
Enhanced Dessert Items$2.00 additional, per guest
s’mores cream cakeflourless chocolate cake, marshmallow, graham crumble
coconut chia pudding GF/DF/Vegan
seasonal fruit
almond panna cotta GF/DF/Vegan
berry gel, almond crumble, fresh berries
fresh fruit cups GF/DF/Vegan
seasonal fruit
• Please select three (3) desserts to be included with your lunch or dinner buffet menu price
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Hors D’Oeuvrespriced per piece, minimum of 25 pieces per item
Warmmeat & seafoodcrispy shrimp, celeric slaw, whole grain mustardblue crab cake, avocado puree, preserved lemonbacon seared scallops, chive, ginger honey glazepork belly, corn bread, pickled okra, mustard BBQcrispy pork spring roll, sweet & spicy dipping saucesautéed Carolina shrimp, crispy grit cake, bacon jamlobster & sweet corn hushpuppies, charred onion aiolichicken confit, cheddar-herb biscuit, pomegranate BBQ
vegetarianfresh mozzarella, marinated tomato, arugula pestocreamed spinach, feta cheese, puff pastry, pine nutscrispy fried risotto, parmesan reggiano, spicy tomatosherry roasted mushrooms, crispy garlic, brown butterbutternut squash shooter, curry crème, toasted cashewlocal goat cheese tart, black olive, marinated artichoke
Chilledmeat & seafoodminiature lobster roll, tarragon aioli, celery hearthoney glazed ham salad, pimento cheese, profiterole poached local shrimp, cucumber, yuzu cocktail saucegrilled chicken salad, cranberry, walnut, pretzel breadsmoked trout salad, pickled apple, radish, toasted pitacured salmon, pumpernickel, dill cream cheese, capersduck liver pâté, dried cherry, pistachio, toasted briocheprosciutto, mascarpone, fig preserves, marcona almondhouse made country pâté, Lusty Monk mustard, gherkins pastrami style salmon, rye, pickled fennel, sorghum glaze
vegetarianedamame hummus, black rice crisp, radish salad cucumber gazpacho, yuzu, cilantro, roasted peanutsNC farmers cheese, scallion scone, sweet pepper jammedjool date, Asher blue cheese, roasted beet, lemontruffled white bean hummus, rosemary sea salt crackerVietnamese style vegetable spring roll, sweet chili sauce
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Vegetable Crudité
radish broccolicucumberbaby carrotcherry tomatoedamame hummusbuttermilk ranch dip12 per guest
Fresh Fruit
kiwi pineapplehoneydewcantaloupestrawberrieswatermelon11 per guest
Local Cheese Board
Ashe County hoop cheddarCypress Grove truffle tremorLooking Glass Creamery chocolate labGoat Lady Dairy Smokey Mountain round peppadew jelly dried cherry chutneylocal artisan crackers16 per guest
Chilled Seafood
poached jumbo shrimpoysters on the half shellcrab clawscocktail saucetabasco saucelemon aioli22 per guest
Charcuterie
house made country style pork pâtélocal & house made cured meatscornichons & pickled okraLusty Monk mustardseasonal jamcrostini15 per guest
Chips & Dips
black bean hummuscaramelized onion dipcharred tomato salsatomato & olive tapenade house made potato chipstortilla chipswarm pita12 per guest
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A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
Salad Bar
romaine heartsartisan petit greenshydroponic Bibb lettuceshaved parmesancandied crispy baconshaved farm vegetablesheirloom cherry tomatoesbuttermilk ranchlemon herb vinaigretteaged balsamic vinaigrette14 per guest
Tavern
beer battered chicken slider, spicy aioliKobe beef slider, Durham jack cheesejumbo lump crab slider, remouladebourbon pulled pork slider, fig jamkettle chips17 per guest
Game Day
spinach artichoke dip, warm pitahoop cheddar fondue, artisan breadmini pretzel dogs, Lusty Monk mustarddry rubbed chicken wings, assorted sauces15 per guest
Mashed Potato Bar
Idaho potato pureesweet potato pureesmashed red bliss potatoescandied crispy baconherbed sour creamcheddar cheesebrown sugarscallions16 per guest
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Roasted & Grilled Vegetables
pesto marinated roasted squashmarinated tomatoesgrilled bell peppersgrilled mushroomsgrilled artichokesgrilled asparagus13 per guest
Sushi Barbased on 4 pieces per person
cucumber & avocado rollPhiladelphia rollspicy tuna rollCalifornia rollpickled gingerwasabisoy21 per guest
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Stir Fry
sweet chili shrimpteriyaki chickenmarinated steakjasmine rice grilled bok choybaby carrotsbroccoliAsian noodle salad17 per guest
Taco Stand
pulled chickenchimichurri hangar steakpork carnitasguacamole chopped cilantropico de gallocharred tomato salsatomatillo salsachile con queso 17 per guest
Pasta Bar
pasta, wilted spinach, poached shrimp, alfredocrispy potato gnocchi, Italian sausage, bell peppers, marinarafarfalle, seasonal vegetables, pesto, arugulaantipasti herbed focaccia 16 per guest
Barbecue Pit
chopped pork, eastern NC BBQchef carved local beef brisket, smoky BBQslow-cooked chicken thighs, Carolina BBQbraised collards greensred bliss potato saladsouthern style slawbrioche slider bunsglazed cornbread18 per guest
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• Some Action Stations require a Chef Attendant at $150 per station
• Served for a period of 1½ hours
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Carving StationsAll carving stations will be served with freshly baked rolls
roasted beef tenderloinhorseradish creamherbed potato pureegrilled asparagus with crispy pancettaroasted garlic jus
19 per guest
herb roasted prime ribhorseradish creamYukon gold potato gratinseasonal vegetablesred wine jus
20 per guest
bourbon maple glazed hamLusty Monk mustardsweet potato-apple souffléroasted broccoliniport-dried cherry jus
14 per guest
fried turkey breastcranberry compotecornbread dressingcharred haricot vertsnatural turkey jus
13 per guest
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• All Carving Stations require a Chef Attendant at $150 per station
• Served for a period of 1½ hours
A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
Afternoon Tea
tea & company whole leaf teaspoured tableside
black teaherbal teagreen tea
arrival beverageselect one
sparkling winesparkling lemonadesparkling apple cider
display stationselect one
vegetable cruditéfresh fruitlocal cheese
family style teatea sandwiches (4 per guest)
scones & accoutrementssweets & confections
48 per guest
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A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
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Umstead Uncorked
An event inspired by our monthly wine series that provides aninteractive tasting experience based on a chosen wine theme.Four wines are paired with four small plates to highlightcharacteristics in each of the wines. Tasting notes will beprovided with the option to have a sommelier led discussion.
Umstead Uncorked is recommended as a pre-dinner receptionor Late afternoon meeting break activity. Guests will beencouraged to interact as they work their way through eachtasting station. Additional stations or displays can be added toenhance the event for dinner
themes• a taste of north Carolina• don’t cry for me Argentina• “if you like this, try this…”• taste around the united states• wines fit for a feast
one hour reception50 per guest
sommelier led discussion150 per group
Spa Dinner
A spa inspired dinner that focuses on healthy cuisine usinglocal produce.
The décor will focus on a clean, minimal aesthetic with tablesdressed in white linens, glass cylinders with floating candlesand orchids – additional fees for flowers will apply.
The Spa Dinner may be hosted on the banquet terrace for upto fifty guests or in the Herb Garden for up to twenty guests
As an alternative The Spa Dinner may also be hosted in any ofthe banquet rooms for up to fifty guests
receptionspa inspired cocktailsthree spa inspired canapés40 per guest
dinnerthree course65 per guest30 wine pairing per guest (optional)
four course75 per guest40 wine pairing per guest (optional)
A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
Farm Dinner
A farm inspired dinner that focuses on local, sustainableproducts from our farm and other North Carolina growers
The décor will focus on a rustic aesthetic with wooden picnictables or tables dressed in white linen, white lawn chairs,mason jars with candles, and farm produce - additional fees forflowers will apply.
The Farm Dinner may be hosted on the banquet terrace for upto fifty guests or in the Herb Garden for up to twenty guests
As an alternative The Farm Dinner may also be hosted in any ofthe banquet rooms for up to fifty guests
receptionfarm inspired punchthree farm inspired canapés37 per guest
dinnerthree course68 per guest30 wine pairing per guest (optional)
four course80 per guest40 wine pairing per guest (optional)
family style dinnerthree course85 per guest with a 20 guest minimum
Chop House Dinner
A traditional chop house inspired dinner that features a guest’schoice of entrée and traditional family style sides.
The décor will focus on a dark, masculine aesthetic with tablesdressed in chocolate brown linens, candles and roses –additional fees for flowers will apply.
The Chop House Dinner may be hosted on the banquet terracefor up to thirty guests or in the Herb Garden for up to twentyguests
As an alternative The Chop House Dinner may also be hostedin any of the banquet rooms for up to thirty guests
receptiontraditional martinis, bourbon cocktailsthree chop house inspired canapés40 per guest
dinnerthree course, choice of 2 entrées tablesidefamily style sides, baked potato cart, tableside sauces78 per guest30 wine pairing per guest (optional)
four course, choice of 2 entrées tablesidefamily style sides, baked potato cart, tableside sauces88 per guest40 wine pairing per guest (optional)
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A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
Host Bar Pricescharges based on consumption, bartender fee at $125 per bar, one bartender per 75 guests
classic brands 8.5Montevina Vineyard 8Dunningan Hills 8+ & + Cava 8import/local beer 6domestic beer 5.5soft drinks 3.5bottled water 4juice 3.5
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Bar Packages
classic brandsCathead VodkaStoli VodkaBeefeater GinJ. Wray RumSeagrams VO Gold WhiskeyElijah Craig BourbonDewars White Label ScotchLunazul TequilaDunningan Hills Matchbook Chardonnay, CaliforniaMontevina "Independence Point"
Cabernet Sauvignon, California + & + Cava Bud Light, White Street Hoptimist IPA, Highland Gaelic Ale, Heineken
premier brandsKetel One VodkaTito’s VodkaTanqueray SapphireSailor Jerry RumCrown Royal WhiskeyMaker’s Mark BourbonFamous Grouse ScotchJose Cuervo Especial TequilaDunningan Hills Matchbook Chardonnay, CaliforniaMontevina "Independence Point"
Cabernet Sauvignon, California Adami “Garbel” ProseccoBud Light, White Street Hoptimist IPA, Highland Gaelic Ale, Heineken
cordialscharged by consumption
VSKahluaFrangelicoRemy MartinSambuca RomanaBaileys Irish CreamDisaronno Originale10 each
Bar Package PricesPricing is per guest per hours selected & includes the bartender fee.
1 hour classic 19 premium 24
2 hours classic 27 premium 32
3 hours classic 34 premium 39
premium brands 10Montevina Vineyard 8Dunningan Hills 8Adami Prosecco 9import/local beer 6domestic beer 5.5soft drinks 3.5bottled water 4juice 3.5
A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
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This is just a partial list of the wines offered at The
Umstead. Our Sommelier would be glad to assist with
any other options.
Banquet Wine List
Whitevon Winning “Winnings” Riesling, Germany 52Scarpetta, Pinot Grigio, Italy 40Chehalem “Ridgecrest ”Grüner Veltliner, Oregon 54Andrew Rich “Croft” Sauvignon Blanc, Oregon 60Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc, California 70Ramey, Chardonnay, California 68Dunningan Hills “Matchbook” Chardonnay, California 35Chappellet, Chardonnay, California 65
RedAlexana “The Umstead Cuvee” Pinot Noir, Oregon 68Carmel Road Pinot Noir, California 55Semphore 7, Alicante Blend, Portugal 40Finca Decero Malbec, Argentina 40Stolpman Vineyards “Estate” Syrah, California 60Arrowood, Cabernet Sauvignon, California 68Montevina “Independence Point”
Cabernet Sauvignon, California 35Honig Cabernet Sauvignon, California 90
Sparkling+ & + Cava, Spain 35Adami “Garbel” Prosecco, Italy 45Raventos i Blanc Brut Rose, Spain 68Aubry “Premier Cru” Brut, France 81
A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
Artisan Cocktails
grapefruit caipirinharum, grapefruit, lime, natural sugar
pomegranate cosmopolitanvodka, Cointreau, pomegranate, lime juice
peach smashgin, peach, basil, orange juice, lemon juice
blood orange old-fashionedwhiskey, blood orange, sugar, citrus, bitters
apricot Manhattanrye, sweet vermouth, apricot, orange bitters
raspberry thymegin, raspberry, organic thyme, lime, juice, soda
berry mojitorum, seasonal berry, mint, St. Germain, club soda
cool cucumbervodka, cucumber, dry vermouth, blue cheese olives
ultimate bloody Maryvodka, bloody Mary mix, pickled asparagus, radish
champagne cocktailchampagne, brown sugar, bitters, lemon, strawberry
Umstead margaritatequila, Cointreau, Grand Marnier, lime, juice, jalapeño
Dessert Cocktails
milk & honeywild turkey American honey, Tuaca, cream
tiramisu martinivodka, chocolate liquor, Disaronno, espresso
apple crisp martinivodka, calvados, dry vermouth, cherry, cinnamon
13 per cocktailmaximum of 2 cocktails
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A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
Artisan Cocktails
kentucky mulebourbon, lime, mint, ginger
gin-sationgin, lime, cucumber
gin-gergin, ginger, lime, club soda
raspberry thymegin, raspberry, thyme, lime, soda
citrus mulevodka, orange, lemon, ginger
pomegranate cosmovodka, triple sec, pomegranate, lime
raspberryvodka, lemon, raspberry, sparkling wine*can also be strawberry
orchardbourbon, apple, lemon lime, ginger
honey squeezebourbon, honey, lemon, ginger
applewhiskey, oj, cinnamon, apple, lime
hibiscus martinivodka, hibiscus, lemon, sparkling wine
strawberry lemonadevodka, lemon, strawberry, soda
dark berry mojitorum, berries, pineapple, mint, soda
14 per cocktailmaximum of 2 cocktails
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A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
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Bloody Mary Bar
Umstead signature bloody Mary
garnished withpickled tomatoespickled okraasparaguscucumber shrimpbaconceleryolives
rimmed withkosher saltbarbecue old bay13 per cocktail
Mimosa & Bellini Bar
Umstead signature mimosa & bellini
juicespomegranate passion fruitpineappleorange
puréesstrawberrymangopeach
garnished withpineapple strawberrycheeryorange
13 per cocktail
• charges based on consumption • bartender fee at $125 per bar• one bartender per 75 guests
A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
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Banquet Information
GuaranteeThe Umstead Hotel and Spa requires a guaranteenumber of persons attending your function(s) bynoon, three working days prior to the functionday. If a guarantee is not provided, the agreedupon contracted guest count will be used or thenumber of guests attending, whichever is greater.The hotel will prepare food for up to 5% over theguaranteed guest count. If the number of guestsexceeds 5% of the guarantee, the hotel cannotguarantee to provide identical services for theadditional guests but will accommodate with analternative meal. Any meal provided for theadditional guests will be subject to a $20.00 perperson surcharge on the menu price.
Service Charge/TaxA 22% taxable service charge and 8.25% state sales tax will be charged on food and beverage items. State sales tax will be applied to room rental and audio visual fees at 7.25%.
Bartender Fees $125 per bartender(One bartender per 75 guests is suggested)
Chef’s Fees $150 per chef(Menu items requiring a chef are noted on the menus)
Shipping/ReceivingPackages for meetings may be delivered three (3) workingdays prior to the date of the event. Any items being mailedto the hotel should include the following information:
Group Contact/Event Name & DateThe Umstead Hotel and Spa100 Woodland Pond DriveCary, NC 27513
Audio/Visual ServicesThe hotel offers a full line of state of the art audio visualequipment and technical support at an additional charge.In order to ensure a positive event experience, The UmsteadHotel and Spa highly recommends using only in-houseequipment. Should the event planner opt to bring in anoutside audio visual vendor, additional charges may apply.Charges for any damage done to the hotel by an outsideaudio visual vendor will be charged to the client’s master
account.
ParkingThe hotel requires valet parking for any event with 100 ormore guests arriving by automobile. Your cateringrepresentative can provide you with the current pricing, buta reasonable estimate is $3.50 per person. Signs will beprovided to direct guests to the conference entrance of thehotel. Valet parking charges will be posted to the client’smaster account.
Floral Design, Decorations, Entertainment & PhotographyYour catering representative can provide a list of preferredvendor partners to assist with the planning of your eventrequirements. You are not required to use the vendors,however, we do request notice of your selected vendorsso they may be advised on the Hotel’s outside vendorpolicies. Charges will be applied to the group’s masteraccount should any excessive cleanup be required after anevent.
Displays & ExhibitsAll exhibits and displays must conform to Cary city codeand fire ordinance rules. The hotel does not permit theaffixing of anything to walls, floors, or ceilings of roomswith nails, staples, tape or any other adhesive unlessapproval is given in advance. Any damages caused byevent attendees will be the responsibility of the eventplanner.
Outside VendorsAll equipment, rental linens, rental chairs, floralcenterpieces, etc. must be loaded and unloaded at theloading dock. Your catering representative will work withthe vendor contact to schedule a time for load in and loadout.
A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
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Integrated Display Packages(all packages include house sound system, patch cables & set up labor)
Arbor55” 4K high definition monitorcomputer interface to monitor
$450
Boardroom75” 4K high definition monitorcomputer interface to monitor
$550
Cedar75” 4K high definition monitorcomputer interface to monitor
$550
Sycamore 1 or 2(1) integrated 1080 HD resolution projector(1) 6’ x 9’ drop down screencomputer input to projection system
$650
full Sycamore(2) integrated 1080 HD resolution projectors
(2) 6’ x 9’ drop down screenscomputer input to projection system
$700
Salon (1) integrated 1080 HD resolution projector(1) 7’ x 11’’ drop down screencomputer input to projection system
$800
Audio Visual Technicianprice per hour with a 4 hour minimumbetween Monday – Friday 800am – 500pm $90between 500pm – 800am & weekends$130**Labor Fees at Same Rate
Ballroom 1 or 2(1) integrated 1080 HD resolution projector(1) 9’ x 16” drop down screencomputer input to projection system
$850
full Ballroom(2) integrated 1080 HD resolution projectors(2) 9’ x 16” drop down screenscomputer input to projection system
$950
projection support package*client to provide own projector*(1) 6’ or 8’ skirted tripod screen(1) skirted projection tablepower cords & power strips as needed
$180
A 22% service charge, 7.25% sales tax and 1% local food & beverage tax will be added to your bill • Prices and menu descriptions are subject to seasonal change I Spring/Summer 2017
All Prices Listed Are Per Room Per Day
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Basic Meeting Needs
Wireless High Speed Internet Connection (Unlimited Users)
$100
Lectern with Microphone & Reading Light$175
Flip Chart with Markers (1) Refill$45
Signage Easels$15
Power Strip$25
Extension Cord$25
Phone Service & Audio*International Calls Incur Additional Charges
Desk Phone & Connection$90
Conference Phone & Connection$160 (may require additional microphones)
Local & Long Distance Calling Fees$85 (applicable to all phone services)
MP3 Recorder$125 (may require additional microphones)
MicrophonesMultiple Microphones in Room May Require Dedicated Technician
Wireless Lavaliere Microphone (Digital)
$125
Wireless Handheld Microphone (Digital)
$125
Wired Lavaliere Microphone$85
Wired Microphone with Stand$65
Table Top Microphone $65
Push to Talk Microphone$85
Video Presentation & Conferencing
55” Plasma Monitor with Cart & Drape$450
DVD/VCR Player$65
VTC Video Conference System(Requires in House Projection with House Sound)
$500
Computer Needs
LCD Data Projector$350
Lap Top Computer$175
Wireless PowerPoint Remote, Laser Pointer $50
Laser Jet Black & White Printer$175
Color Print/Copy/Fax/ Scan$250
Fax Machine $135
Screens
Front or Rear Projection Screen with Black Dress Kit - Available in Various SizesStarting at $225 (Does Not Include Labor)
Lighting Packages
Starting at $400