Fall 2026
Private Dining Menu
Italian-inspired dining, thoughtfully prepared for your table.
3, 4 and 5 course private dining experiences and custom tasting menus, composed around your gathering.
One dish is generally selected per course for the group. Your final course progression is arranged for your event, with dietary accommodations planned in advance.
Items marked with an asterisk (*) are Premium Selections and may be subject to an additional supplement.
First Courses
Roasted Beet Carpaccio
Roasted beets, whipped goat cheese, orange, toasted pistachios and sherry vinaigrette.
Insalata Mista
Tender mixed greens, shaved cucumber, watermelon radish, heirloom carrots and cherry tomatoes with white balsamic vinaigrette.
Caesar Salad
Baby gem, endive and radicchio with creamy Caesar dressing, pancetta and sourdough croutons.
Poached Pear & Baby Spinach Salad
Poached pears, candied walnuts, goat cheese and pickled mustard seeds with balsamic vinaigrette.
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Brown butter, toasted hazelnut crumble, sage crema and sourdough.
Truffled Wild Mushroom Soup
Roasted garlic, thyme, crème fraîche, dehydrated king oyster mushrooms and focaccia.
Burrata & Roasted Grapes
Warm roasted grapes, aged balsamic and thyme, served with grilled focaccia.
Beef Carpaccio Mosaic
Thinly sliced beef with whipped truffle ricotta, shaved Parmesan, baby arugula and crisp phyllo.
Seared Scallops & Parsnip
Silky parsnip purée, brown butter, crisp pancetta and lemon.
Scallop Crudo
Presented on the half shell with cucumber, yuzu kosho, citrus and fresh herbs.
Beet-Cured Salmon*
Shaved fennel, orange, dill, capers, crème fraîche and herb oil.
Lobster Caprese*
Poached lobster tail, heirloom tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, chilled tomato gazpacho, microgreens and crostini.
Wild Mushroom Tart
Buttery pastry with sautéed mushrooms, Taleggio and caramelized shallots, served with a small herb salad.
Autumn Burrata Panzanella
Creamy burrata, roasted squash, pomegranate, shaved fennel, endive, radicchio and sourdough crisps with pickled shallots, pumpkin seed pesto and cider vinaigrette.
Pasta & Risotto
May be selected as a first course or included as a separate course in your event menu.
Spinach & Ricotta Agnolotti
Hand-folded pasta filled with spinach and ricotta, finished with sage brown butter and toasted pistachios.
Amalfi Ravioli
Mozzarella-filled ravioli with fresh pomodoro sauce, basil and Parmesan.
Handmade Potato Gnocchi
Butternut squash purée, smoked ricotta, toasted pepitas and aged Parmesan.
Wild Mushroom & Truffle Risotto
Creamy Arborio rice with sautéed wild mushrooms, Parmesan, thyme and a delicate touch of truffle.
Seafood Risotto with Lobster Bisque*
Creamy Arborio rice with shrimp, scallops and mussels, finished with lobster bisque, fresh herbs and lemon zest.
Main Courses
Braised Beef Short Rib
Roasted garlic whipped Yukon Gold potatoes, honey-glazed carrots and red wine reduction.
Herb-Crusted Beef Tenderloin
Roasted garlic whipped Yukon Gold potatoes, honey-glazed carrots, asparagus and red wine reduction.
Red Wine-Braised Lamb Shank*
Creamy polenta, roasted root vegetables and rosemary jus.
Veal Osso Buco
Slow-braised veal shank with saffron risotto and lemon-parsley gremolata.
Duck Two Ways*
Seared duck breast and a duck confit croquette with sweet potato purée, charred broccolini, cherry jus and pickled mustard seeds.
Herb-Roasted Chicken Supreme
Roasted chicken breast with sweet potato gratin, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower purée and thyme jus.
Wild Mushroom & Goat Cheese-Stuffed Chicken Supreme
Chicken breast filled with wild mushrooms and goat cheese, served with sweet potato gratin, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower purée and thyme jus.
Crisp-Skinned Salmon
Celeriac purée, roasted leeks and lemon-caper beurre blanc.
Roasted Sea Bass*
Lobster croquette, haricots verts, beurre blanc, dill emulsion and shaved fennel salad.
Branzino alla Puttanesca
Roasted branzino stuffed with calamari, Calabrian chillies, rapini, garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, served with herb-roasted potatoes, puttanesca sauce and mussels.
Charred Cauliflower Steak
Harissa-marinated cauliflower with lentils, smoky romesco, whipped labneh, herb gremolata and savoury spiced granola.
Desserts
Tiramisu
Espresso-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream and cocoa, served with salted caramel ice cream.
Chocolate Lava Cake
Warm molten chocolate cake with vanilla bean gelato, cookie crumble, seasonal berries and raspberry coulis.
Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake
Caramelized pumpkin cheesecake with a lightly spiced centre and maple whipped cream.
Sticky Date & Walnut Cake
Warm date cake with toffee sauce, toasted walnuts and vanilla gelato.
Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée
Vanilla custard beneath a caramelized sugar crust, served with seasonal berries, Chantilly cream and a crisp honey tuile.
Raspberry Panna Cotta
Vanilla bean panna cotta with raspberry coulis, fresh raspberries, a crisp honey tuile and delicate meringue kisses.
Vin Santo-Poached Pear
Mascarpone cream, almond crumble and reduced poaching syrup.
Cocktail Reception & Canapés
Available as a canapé-only reception or before dinner. Selections and quantities are tailored to your guest count and reception length. Market prices.
CHILLED BITES, TARTLETS & PASTRY
Beet & Citrus-Cured Salmon
Beet and citrus-cured salmon with crème fraîche, lemon and fresh dill.
Tuna Crudo
Cured tuna with avocado, soy, sesame, scallion and yuzu kosho.
Beef Carpaccio
Thinly sliced beef with baby arugula, Parmesan, truffle dressing and a crisp garnish.
Tomato Tartare
Roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives and whipped ricotta in a crisp pani puri shell.
Melon & Prosciutto
Compressed cantaloupe with whipped ricotta, mint syrup and prosciutto.
Tomato Bruschetta
Heirloom tomatoes and basil over crisp crostini with whipped ricotta and balsamic reduction.
Zucchini & Goat Cheese Tartlets
Zucchini and goat cheese tartlets finished with fresh lemon zest.
Tomato Confit & Whipped Ricotta Puffs
Tomato confit and whipped ricotta in crisp pastry with tomato gastrique, basil and olive oil.
Gorgonzola & Pear Tartlets
Gorgonzola cream, roasted pear and toasted walnut in delicate pastry.
Fig & Goat Cheese Cups
Crisp phyllo with whipped goat cheese, fig compote and balsamic glaze.
WARM BITES, SLIDERS & SKEWERS
Passed service or a stationary presentation, arranged to suit your event. Market prices.
Lobster Arancini
Lobster risotto bites with Parmesan, lemon zest and saffron aioli.
Asparagus, Lemon & Pecorino Arancini
Crisp risotto bites with asparagus, peas, lemon and Pecorino, served with citrus aioli.
Chicken Parm Sliders
Crispy buttermilk chicken, tomato sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan and roasted garlic aioli on toasted buns.
Short Rib Sliders
Braised beef short rib, caramelized onion, provolone and roasted garlic aioli on toasted buns.
Mac & Cheese Bites
Creamy macaroni and cheese in a crisp golden coating.
Gamberi Fritti
Tempura and semolina-fried prawns with gremolata aioli and fresh citrus.
Marinated Zucchini & Halloumi Skewers
Herb-marinated zucchini and halloumi, charred and finished with lemon and mint yogurt crema.
Grilled Chicken Skewers
Lemon and herb-marinated chicken with salsa verde and charred lemon.
Cauliflower Beignets
Light and crispy battered cauliflower with Creole aioli.
Crab & Caviar Beignets*
Light crab beignets with lemon and chive crème fraîche and caviar.
Short Rib Croquettes
Braised short rib and Parmesan croquettes with pickled onions and scallion aioli.
Mushroom Polenta Bites
Crisp polenta with mushroom duxelles, Parmesan and thyme.
For Your Gathering
Charcuterie & Artisan Cheese Board
Artisan cured meats and cheeses with truffle honey, seasonal fruit, toasted nuts, crostini and house preserves. Available as a shared welcome board.
Welcome Cocktail or Mocktail
A seasonal cocktail or alcohol-free mocktail to welcome your guests.
Niagara Wine Pairing
A selection of local Niagara wines chosen to complement your menu.
Signature Niagara Wine Pairing
A premium selection of local Niagara wines, thoughtfully matched to your chosen courses.
Printed Menus & Guest Place Cards
Personalized printed menus and individual guest place cards for your table.
Tableware Rentals
Plates and cutlery, arranged to suit your selected menu.
Glassware Rentals
Water and beverage glasses, wine glasses, or dedicated glassware sets for wine pairings. Wine-pairing glassware is arranged separately from the wines.
Optional additions and rentals are available at market prices, confirmed in your personalized event proposal.
Menu items are subject to seasonal availability. Please share allergies and dietary requirements before your event.
Planning a private dinner?
A gathering to remember.
Tell us about your gathering and we’ll help create the right menu and experience for your table.
PLAN YOUR EXPERIENCE