Bar & Bat Mitzvah Sample Menus

Catering by Dinner is Served offers a variety of menu choices for all the events associated with your Bar and Bat Mitzvah plans.  We've listed a few of our sample menus, which can be served at table, or on a buffet or as stations.  

If what you've envisioned for your meal isn't listed, please let us know and we'll work with you to develop a menu that's just what you want.

After the service your guests will enjoy a cocktail hour with fine passed and buffet appetizers. We’ll set up a buffet for luncheon or dinner that will feature your choice of a variety of foods.  We will also  work with you to estimate the amount of alcohol and soft drinks you’ll need to stock your bar.


Friday Night Dinner

Dairy Menu #1
Field Green Salad with apples, candied pecans and vinaigrette
Challah
Herb-crusted or nut crusted salmon fillets
Roasted herbed potatoes
Roasted Asparagus with Balsamic Vinegar
Vegetarian Option
Eggplant Spanikopita -- Layers of phyllo dough stuffed with Eggplant, Caramelized Onions, Zucchini, Mushrooms and Tomatoes
Dessert
Pumpkin Bread Pudding or Poached
Pears with Blueberry Sauce

Dairy Menu #2
Tomato, Basil and Mozzarella Salad
Challah
Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce and Caramelized Red Onions
Green Beans with Almonds and Garlic
Dessert
Pear and Ginger Crostada
Ice Cream with Strawberries or Chocolate Sauce

Meat Menu # 1
Field Green Salad with Dried Cranberries, Walnuts and Homemade Dressing
Challah
Red Wine Braised Brisket of Beef
Roasted Seasonal Vegetable
Red Potatoes with Parsley
Vegetarian option
Vegetable and couscous-stuffed Zucchini
Marinated Portabello Mushroom
Dessert
Poached Pears or Baked Apples
Brownies with Non-Dairy Topping
Coffee & Tea Service

Meat Menu #2
Chopped Herring and Classic Chopped Liver, or Mushroom Paté
Challah
Field Greens with Endive, Shredded Carrots, Cucumber and Fresh Tomatoes with a homemade Dressing
Roasted Chicken Breast with Herbed Gremolata
Basmati Rice Pilaf
Seasonal Vegetable Medley
Vegetarian Entree Option
Stuffed Eggplant
Dessert
Poached Pears or Baked Apples
Brownies with Non-Dairy Topping
Coffee & Tea Service



 Kiddush Luncheon Menus

Mediterranean/Middle Eastern Menu #1 -
A Falafel bar, with:
Baked Falafel in Pita
Tahini
Hummus
Tabouli
Cucumber, dill and yogurt dressing
Roasted Eggplant
Sweet Pepper Salad
Sliced cucumber and mint salad
Sliced marinated tomato salad
Marinated olives and feta
Pickles
Spanikopita
Israeli Salad
Desserts
New England Baklava
Almond Crescents
Seasonal Fruit Platter
Meringues
Italian Sodas, Coffee, Tea

Mediterranean/Middle Eastern Menu #2 -
Buffet of:
Hummus with Pita Bread
Greek Eggplant Salad
Greek Salad, with tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, peppers, Kalamata olives and Israeli feta in a Greek Vinaigrette
Lemony Orzo Pasta Salad, with sun-dried tomatoes, green onion, toasted pine nuts and basil
Spanikopita
Seasonal Fruit Platter
Coffee, tea and lemonade

Ashkenazi Menu - On a Buffet, or as Stations
White Ocean brine-cured Kippered Salmon
Platter of cucumber, onion and tomato
Home-baked brown bread, bagels
Challah
Assorted cream cheeses
Deviled eggs
Tomato, pepper, olive and caramelized onion tart
Salad of organic field greens, with a balsamic vinaigrette
Seasonal Fruit Platter
Desserts
Blintz Loaf, with a berry compote and crème fraiche
Sour Cream Coffee Cake
Pie or Crostada
Coffee, tea, lemonade

"New York Style" Dairy Deli Luncheon
Bagels with assorted cream cheeses
Platter of Cucumber, Tomato, Onion and Capers
Smoked Salmon Platter
Kippered Brine-cured Salmon
Pickled Herring
Creamed Herring
Chopped Herring
Deviled Eggs
Egg Salad
Challah
Field Green Salad with vinaigrette
Desserts
Blintz Loaf with crème fraiche and a fruit compote
Seasonal Fruit Platter
Rugelach
New England Baklava
Coffee & Tea Service
Sample Sunday Family Brunch Menus

Sunday Brunch Menu # 1:
Kippered Salmon with dark bread
Platter of cucumber, tomato and onion
Bagels, cream cheese and butter
Assorted Knishes
Fresh Herb and Cheese Egg Strata
Platter of fresh steamed asparagus, tomato and vinaigrette
Desserts
Brownies
Fruit Tarts
Seasonal Fruit Platter
Coffee & Tea Service

Sunday Brunch Menu #2:
Smoked Salmon
Bagels with plain cream cheese and a herb cream cheese
Assorted Quiche, including: Spinach, Mushrooms, Leeks, and Blue Cheese
Desserts
Sour Cream Coffee Cake
Fruit Pies or Crostadas
Seasonal Fruit Platter
Coffee & Tea Service






Catering by Dinner is Served
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Serving Massachusetts & Southern New Hampshire since 2000