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APPETIZERS (choose one)

Beef Carpaccio with Arugula, White Truffle Oil
and Aged Balsamic Syrup

Grilled Ginger Shrimp with Fresh Corn and Jicama Salad

Lobster and Crab Cakes with Braised Spinach
and Orange Chipotle Sauce

Scallop Risotto with Forest Mushrooms, Pancetta
and Truffle Essence

Seafood Cocktail with Lump Crab, Grilled Shrimp
and Fennel Remoulade

Flash-Fried Calamari with Crisp Parsley,
Tomato Fondue and Basil Oil

Mushroom Ravioli with Spinach and Tomato Ragout


SOUPS & SALADS (choose one)

Minestrone with Tomatoes and Rice

Chicken Tortilla Soup with Avocado and Jack Cheese

Creamy Tomato Bisque

Lobster Bisque

Baby Spinach Salad with Julienne Granny Smith Apple,
Candied Pecans, Blue Cheese and Balsamic Vinaigrette

Mesclun Field Greens with Manchego, Poached Pears
and Cabernet Vinaigrette

Classic Caesar, Romaine Hearts, Freshly Grated Parmesan and Croutons

Beefsteak Tomato and Bermuda Onion with Buffalo Mozzarella,
Basil Vinaigrette and Balsamic Syrup


ENTREE SELECTIONS (choose three)

Pan Seared Halibut with Basmati Rice, Tomato Relish and Miso Sauce

Honey-Mustard Glazed Salmon with Crisp Risotto, Asian Vegetables and Ponzu Sauce

Dry-Packed Sea Scallop Picatta with Spinach, White Wine Caper Sauce and Fried Carrots

Lake Superior Whitefish with Pearl Couscous, Tomato and Mushroom Ragout and Lemon Nage

Pan-Roasted Chicken Breast with Truffle Risotto, Mushrooms and Savory Herb Pan Jus

Braised Short Ribs with Horseradish Whipped Potatoes and Red Wine Sauce

*New York Strip Steak with Vesuvio Potatoes, Grilled Vegetables and Peppercorn Sauce

Jerk Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Rum-Maple Sweet Potatoes and Apricot-Cherry Chutney

*Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Truffle Whipped Potatoes and Roasted Garlic Ragout

*Veal Chops with Celery Root Puree, Swiss Chard and Fig Sauce

**Duet of Petit Filet and Sautéed Shrimp – Chef’s Presentation

**Duet of Petit Filet and Lobster Tail – Chef’s Presentation


DESSERT SELECTIONS
(choose one)

Assorted Sorbets and Gelatos

Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Icing

Cheesecake with Fruit Compote

Tiramisu

Chocolate Lava Cake

Coffee & Loose Leaf Hot Tea Included

DINNER PRICING

Selections are $45.00

*Selections are $50.00

**Selections are Market Price


HORS D’ OEUVRES
Prices do not include tax and gratuity. Price subject to change.

COLD
Tartlet of Lime Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Salsa
Lobster & Mango Salad on Blue Corn Chip
Parma Prosciutto Wrapped Melon
Garlic and Ginger Grilled Gulf Shrimp
Smoked Lamb Loin with Ratatouille and Pesto Aioli Canapé
Avocado, Cucumber and Spinach Maki with Soy-Wasabi Sauce
Spicy Tuna Tartare with Wasabi Cream on Louts Chip
Smoked Salmon Canapés
Triple Cream Brie & Strawberry on Lavosh
Tomato, Mozzarella and Pesto Canapé
Roast Beef with Sun-Dried Tomato and Pesto Roulade on Sourdough Crouton
Parma Prosciutto with Fruit Chutney on Raisin Crisp
Roasted Red Pepper and Goat Cheese Crostini

HOT
Petit Beef Wellington
Crisp Shrimp Spring Roll with Orange Horseradish Marmalade
Barbecue Spiced Sea Scallop with Apple Smoked Bacon
Shrimp and Boursin Beggars Purse
Seared Strip Steak and Red Onion Confit over Crostini
Mini Crab & Cod Cakes with Mustard Sauce
Spinach & Feta Cheese Phyllo Turnovers
Wild Mushroom & Leek Ragout in Phyllo Cup
Thai Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Coconut Chicken with Papaya Sauce
Smoked Chicken and Grilled Vegetable Quesadilla with Avocado Salsa


Hors d’ Oeuvre Package Pricing
5 Selections 13.50 Per Person
7 Selections 19.50 Per Person
9 Selections 24.00 Per Person

Hors d’ Oeuvre Individual Pricing
Seafood & Beef 3.00 ea.
Chicken & Veg. 2.00 ea.

SPECIALTY HORS D’ OEUVRES

Chef’s Selection of Premium International and Domestic Cheeses with Whole Grapes, Dried Fruits and Nuts, Sliced Baguettes and Carr’s Water Crackers
4.00 Per Person

Baked Wheel of Brie with Toasted Almond and Apricot Crust
Garnished with Sliced Apples, Pears and Strawberries
50.00 (Serves 25 People)

Sliced Seasonal Fruit with Yogurt Sauce
4.50 Per Person

Fresh Vegetable Crudités with Ranch or Bleu Cheese Dipping Sauce
4.50 Per Person

Antipasto Display of Grilled Marinated Vegetables, Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Bell Peppers, Fresh Mozzarella and Vine Ripe Tomatoes
6.50 Per Person

Jumbo Gulf Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce
Market Price

Apple wood Smoked Salmon with Appropriate Accompaniments
7.00 Per Person

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EVENT ATTENDANCE GUARANTEES
To insure proper service, we request a minimum guarantee of headcount two full business days prior to the event. Your guarantee is the number of guests we are requested to seat and is the minimum number for which you will be billed. The original estimate on file will be considered the guarantee unless Amber receives a change prior to 10:00 A.M. two business days beforehand. Minimum numbers for multi-entrée events is required three days prior.

GRATUITY AND TAX POLICY
Twenty-percent gratuity plus current sales tax is added to all food and beverage charges.

LARGE PARTY CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations or decreases in guaranteed headcount received within two business days will be charged at a rate of 65%. Cancellations or decreases in guaranteed headcount received within one business day will be charged in full.

ROOM RENTAL FEES
A room rental fee of $300.00 will be added to all parties.

DEPOSITS
A deposit of 25% of the estimated subtotal is required to hold the reservation.

 
   
   
   
  Amber Cafe : 13 N. Cass Westmont Illinois 60559 : 630.515.8080 : ambercafewestmont@sbcglobal.net