Menu Ideas: For Special Events at Home

Here at Perfect Strangers Boston we work hard to provide you a custom menu that fits your exact taste preference for your special night in. Whether it’s a girls night in, or bourbon tasting paired with incredible small plates we feel like every event calls for a custom menu. Here are just a few ideas to spark your creativity.

Of course, as part of our planning process with you it all starts with a free consult where we creative your menu together.

The Occasion: Valentines Day Celebration for 10 Friends and Family

Warm Assortment of Local Breads and Spreads 

Prologue

Cheddar and Ale Crepes
Speck, Apple Butter

 

Chilled Pork, Goat Cheese & Almond Biscotti

Macerated Dried Fruit, Olive Oil

 

The Beginning

 

Brandied Winter Squash Bisque
Brown Butter Maine Lobster, Maple Chantilly, Brioche

 

The Middle

 

Butter Basted NY Strip Steak and Crab “Oscar”
Celery Root and Crab Flan, Potato Mousse, Confit of Root Vegetables, Hollandaise Sauce

 

The End…Nice & Sucree!

 

Mission Fig and Ricotta Tart
White Chocolate Ganache, Pistachio, Herbs

The Occasion: Jose Cuervo Tasting with Co-Workers

Snacks and Crackers

 

Saltine and Water Crackers
Spiced Nut Brittle Mix

 

Prologue:

 

Atlantic Scallop Ceviche
Variations of Jalapeno, Honey Fermented Walnuts, Black Garlic, Cucumber Espuma

 

The Beginning:

 

Wild Mushroom & Foie Gras “Tart”

Almond Biscotti, Burnt Orange Confit, Apple Textures, Fennel & Radish Salad

 

The Middle:

 

Herb Basted Pork Belly Composure

Stone Fruit Mostarda, Heritage Carrot “Mole “ Granola

 

The End…Nice & Sucree:

 

Rendition of a Greek Classic Galaktoboureko
(Greek Custard Pie)
Vanilla Custard, Citrus & Agave Cake, Pistachio Salt

 

The Occasion: Friends and Family Dinner

Prologue

 

New England Cheese and Charcuterie Display

Local and Home Made Selection of Fresh, Dry and Cured Meats, Assorted Cheese, Traditional Accompaniments

 

Pigs in a blanket
Yellow Mustard Only!

 

Slow Roasted Pork Belly
Buttermilk Biscuit, Cranberry Relish

 

Charred Shrimp with Garlic and Chorizo
Fresh Coriander, Lime

 

The Beginning

 

·      Winter Green Salad

o   5 Spice Roasted Pears
Toasted Seeds and Dried Fruit
Candied Pecans
Cider Dressing

·      Whole Grain Avocado Toast
Marinated Feta Cheese, Radish, Honey Oil

 

The Middle

 

·      Herb Basted Filet Mignon
Caramelized Onion Jus

·      Cottage Potatoes
Bell Pepper and Onion Saute

·      French Toast casserole
Maple & Pecan Butter

·      Tomato and Cheddar Strata
Home Made Croissant, White Pepper Syrup

 

 

The End…Nice & Sucree!

 

Ginger and Cinnamon Bread Pudding
Vanilla Anglaise, Salted Maple Caramel

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