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For nearly three decades, Buona Catering has been serving Chicagoans and Illinois suburbs high quality food at very reasonable prices. If you need advice about anything on the menu, or need our planning expertise to make final decisions about your event we will be happy to help you. Just call 708-749-2333 and ask to speak to a Party Planner.
In the Near West Suburbs, Il we serve Berwyn, Oak Park, La Grange, Cicero, Riverside, Countryside, Brookfield, Melrose Park, Northlake, Maywood and Westchester. Farther out in the West Suburban area we cater to Western Springs, Elmhurst, Villa Park, Lombard, Glen Ellyn, Oakbrook, Downers Grove, Hinsdale, Willowbrook, Lisle, Naperville and Aurora.
No matter where your catering is required or your party venue--at Home or At Work, we have an experienced staff and crew to help you plan a great party or event. For Party’s planned at home or other non-work related parties such as Birthday Parties, Graduation Parties, Family Holiday Gatherings, Bridal-Wedding related parties, Showers, Baptism Parties, Barmitsvha-Batmitsvha Parties our menu and this website has been designed to facilitate your needs.
We appreciate receiving orders with as much notice as possible but no later than 2 pm a day before required. For Sunday and Monday orders please order by noon on Saturday. Please note that if you have run out of time we always have available on demand our famous Chicago Italian beefs-sausage, bread and peppers at our restaurant locations. They are available in Buona-by-the-pound and Buona Party Packs.
Pick-Up
All catering items can be scheduled for pick-up at any of our convenient 12 Buona Restaurant locations.
Delivery:
- Chicagoland delivery service is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
- We will deliver, unpack, and set up your order, unless you would prefer to do it yourself.
- We can also serve and clean up after your event—a minimum of four hours of service time is required.
- Our minimum delivery order is $100.00 with a delivery charge of $24.95 on Saturday and Sundays. Ask about weekday delivery charges.
- Remember some foods need to be heated, so allow 60 minutes for your food to warm to serving temperature.
Payment: We accept all major credit cards, cash and personal checks.
All customers love our Italian Buffet that offers all you need for your party or gathering in a per person price. It includes an array of delicious Italian foods including entrees, side dishes, pastas, salads and more. Wait-staff options are also available.
Other Buona At Home options include Party Packs for 10-20 guests, Meat-Chicken-Fish Party Pans, Pasta Party Pans, Side Dish Party Pans, Salad Bowls, Café Sandwich Baskets, Kids menu and by-the-Pound & Family Packs. Also, remember to order appetizers and desserts! Our freshly made assortment of appetizers will complement any menu or small party. Our desserts make every party complete, view the vast selection on our menu.
We will make your party in near west suburbs a success in towns such as Berwyn, La Grange, Oak Park, Cicero, Riverside, Brookfield, Countryside, Melrose Park, Maywood, Northlake and Westchester.. Farther out our caterers will do the same thing in West Suburban Western Springs, Villa Park, Elmhurst, Lombard, Oakbrook, Glen Ellyn, Downers Grove, Willowbrook, Hinsdale, Aurora, Naperville and Lisle. We enjoy helping plan successful events! Call or contact us today.
If you are planning a work event or party such as a Corporate Christmas-Holiday Party, Retirement Party, Sales Meeting, Kick-Off Events or Business Luncheons please go to our At Work section of this website.
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WEEKEND PARTY PACK
Serves 15
- Buona’s Italian Beef (3 lbs)
- Italian Sausage (15 pcs)
- Mostaccioli (15 servings)
- Italian Bread (30 pcs)
- Sweet & Hot peppers (1 pint each)
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99.95 |
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GRAD PACK for 25
Serves 25
- Buona Beef (5 lbs)
- Italian Sausage (25 pcs)
- Mostaccioli (25 servings)
- Italian Bread (50 pcs)
- Sweet & Hot peppers (1 pint each)
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159.00 |
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SUMMER PARTY PACK for 25
- Buona’s Italian Beef (5 lbs.)
- Pasta Primavera (25 servings),
- 25 pcs of Italian bread,
- 2 pints sweet peppers and 1 pint hot peppers
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139.00 |
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CELEBRATION BUFFET
- Buona's Italian Beef
- Lemon Chicken
- Mostaccioli
- House Salad
- Rolls
- Sweet & Hot peppers
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8.75 (30–95 guests) |
8.25 (100+ guests) |
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| HOT SELECTIONS |
Toasted Ravioli
Ricotta cheese filled ravioli, lightly breaded and
served in a Marinara sauce topped with romano
cheese. |
39.00 |
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Sausage Skewers
Bite size pieces of sausage and roasted sweet bell peppers, skewered and served in a garlic white wine sauce |
32.00 |
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Mini Meatballs
Authentic hand-rolled mini meatballs, seasoned with
garlic, parsley, and Italian spices in a rich Marinara
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28.00 |
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Chicken Fingers
Strips of chicken in a light golden breading served
with a tangy BBQ dipping sauce
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36.00 |
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Buffalo Wings
Tender jumbo chicken wings smothered in a spicy
buffalo sauce and served with ranch dipping sauce
and extra buffalo sauce
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36.00 |
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Italian Mushroom Caps
Jumbo mushroom caps filled with a delightful romano cheese herbed bread crumb mixture
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47.00 |
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Chicken Pesto Skewers
Tender grilled chicken breast strips marinated in a pine nut basil pesto sauce accented with roasted red peppers
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42.00 |
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Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings Combo 
A great combination featuring half orders of our breaded chicken strips & jumbo Buffalo wings
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42.00 |
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| COLD SELECTIONS |
Mini Café Sandwiches
A variety of freshly made mini Café Sandwiches,
including Roast Beef and Provolone, Turkey Delizioso,
Pollo Pomodoro, Tuna Genovese and Italiano
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49.00 |
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Italian Pinwheel Wraps
A tasty blend of marinated chicken, roasted
peppers, olives, and pesto served in an assortment
of tomato-basil, wheat, spinach and flour wraps
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42.00 |
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Antipasto Abbondanza
An abundant display of Prosciutto, salami, capicola, roasted sweet peppers, Kalamata olives, Provolone and Fontinella cheese wedges, roasted artichokes, cherry peppers and pepperoncini
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37.00 |
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Tomato & Basil Bruschetta
Lightly toasted rounds of Tuscan bread, served with
a tomato and fresh garlic basil topping, and shaved
Fontinella cheese |
27.00 |
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Fresh Vegetable Tray
Fresh carrots, celery, cauliflower and broccoli,
peppers, and cucumbers, with ranch dressing
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30.00 |
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Artisan Cheese Selection
A delightful assortment of premium cheeses including: Fontinella, Provolone, Cheddar, Bleu, and Gruyere served with fresh red seedless grapes.
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42.00 |
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Shrimp Cocktail
Medium-sized shell-off, Gulf shrimp served with a
zesty cocktail sauce and lemon wedges (50 pcs.)
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50.00 |
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Shrimp Ceveche 
A cool and tasty mixture of shrimp, red onion and cucumbers
in a lemon-lime juice, seasoned with fresh cilantro
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32.00 |
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Hummus & Pita Duo
Traditional garlic hummus and sun-dried tomato hummus
served with fresh pita slices
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32.00 |
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Caprese Skewers 
Slices of fresh mozzarella cheese and plum tomatoes served on a skewer, marinated in a light balsamic dressing
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32.00 |
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Custom Buffets
Our Classic Buffets can be ordered for 15 or more, in multiples of 5 (for larger
groups, please call for special pricing). After selecting your entrée choices,
choose one of our buffet salads. |
| Custom Buffet: 2 Entrée |
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| 25-95 GUESTS |
100+ GUESTS |
| 9.25 |
8.75 |
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see chart |
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| Custom Buffet: 3 Entrée |
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| 25-95 GUESTS |
100+ GUESTS |
| 11.25 |
10.75 |
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see chart |
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| Custom Buffet: 4 Entrée |
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| 25-95 GUESTS |
100+ GUESTS |
| 13.25 |
12.75 |
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see chart |
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Entrée & Pasta Buffets
Choose a single entrée, select a pasta–either Mostaccioli or Pasta & Broccoli –
and either Caesar Salad or our Old Neighborhood House Salad |
| 25-95 GUESTS |
100+ GUESTS |
| 7.75 |
7.25 |
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see chart |
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Chef Tony’s Signature Buffet
Our Chef's favorites assembled in a buffet including Buona Beef, Chicken Cacciatore,
Gnocchi in Vodka Sauce, Roasted Vesuvio Potatoes, and Tuscan Harvest Salad |
| 25-95 GUESTS |
100+ GUESTS |
| 11.75 |
11.25 |
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see chart |
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Café Sandwich Baskets
16 individually wrapped halves. Serves 10-12
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58.00 |
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Salad Bowls
We’re happy to offer a selection of fresh salads that will
please the palates of just about anyone at your meetings
or events. We’re also very choosy when it comes to ingredients.
Only the freshest will do. So if you’re having a
party or a business lunch, don’t forget to include salad in
your order. |
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SMALL
(SERVES 8-10) |
REGULAR
(SERVES 18-20 ) |
| Old Neighborhood House or Classic Caesar |
19.00
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34.00
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| Blueberry Verde, Buona Chopped Salad, Tuscan Harvest, Pesto Balsamico, Nonna’s Potato Salad or Pasta Salad |
23.00
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38.00
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| Add Chicken to any salad |
6.00 |
9.00 |
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1 lb. BUONA Beef and 1 qt. gravy
(makes approx. five 5” sandwiches) |
9.95 |
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5 lbs. BUONA Beef and 1 gal. gravy
(makes approx. twenty-five 5” sandwiches) |
48.75 |
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| 1 lb. Italian Sausage (four pieces) |
6.95 |
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| 1 lb. Meatballs Marinara (eight pieces) |
6.95 |
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| 1 loaf fresh Italian Bread (makes seven 5“ sandwiches) |
2.95 |
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| Basket of fresh baked Italian Bread |
20 rolls
12.95 |
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| Basket of fresh baked Italian Bread |
30 rolls 18.95 |
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| Gourmet Dinner Roll Basket (24 gourmet rolls and butter) |
19.95 |
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| 1 pt. Sweet Bell Peppers |
2.99 |
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| 1 pt. Hot Giardiniera |
4.29 |
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Original Beef Family Pack
1 lb. BUONA Beef with gravy, 1 loaf of Italian bread, 1/2 pt. of sweet peppers or hot giardiniera |
14.25 |
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Beef & Sausage Family Pack
1 lb. beef with gravy, 1 lb. sausage, 2 loaves of Italian bread, 1/2 pt. of sweet peppers or hot giardiniera |
23.95 |
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| Chicken Fingers (includes BBQ sauce, 30 pcs.) |
36.00 |
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| Bagel Dogs (60 pcs.) |
36.00 |
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| Mac & Cheese (15 servings) |
29.00 |
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| Party Packs |
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Beef & Sausage for 10
2 lbs. beef with gravy, 10 piece tray of sausage and
peppers, 20 pieces of Italian bread, hot giardiniera
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54.00 |
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Beef & Sausage for 20
4 lbs. beef with gravy, 20 piece tray of sausage and peppers, 40 pieces of Italian bread, hot giardiniera
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93.00 |
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Beef & Chicken for 10
2 lbs. beef with gravy, 10 piece tray of chicken
(Lemon or Parmesan), 10 pieces of Italian bread,
sweet peppers, hot giardiniera
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63.00 |
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Beef & Chicken for 20
4 lbs. beef with gravy, 20 piece tray of chicken
(Lemon or Parmesan), 20 pieces of Italian bread,
sweet peppers, hot giardiniera
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99.00 |
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Beef & Mostaccioli for 10
2 lbs. beef with gravy, 10 servings Mostaccioli
Marinara, 10 pieces of Italian bread, sweet peppers,
hot giardiniera |
52.00 |
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Beef & Mostaccioli for 20
4 lbs. beef with gravy, 20 servings Mostaccioli Marinara, 20 pieces of Italian bread, sweet peppers,
hot giardiniera |
86.00 |
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Beef, Sausage, & Mostaccioli for 10 
2 lbs. beef with gravy, 10 piece tray of sausage & peppers
(choice of red or natural sauce), 10 servings Mostaccioli Marinara, 20 pieces of Italian bread, 1 pint of hot giardiniera
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75.00 |
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Beef, Sausage, & Mostaccioli for 20 
4 lbs. beef with gravy, 20 piece tray of sausage & peppers
(choice of red or natural sauce), 20 servings Mostaccioli
Marinara, 40 pieces of Italian bread, 1 pint of hot giardiniera |
125.00 |
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BUONA Beef for 25
5 lbs. beef with gravy, 25 pieces of Italian bread, sweet peppers
and hot giardiniera (makes twenty-five 5” sandwiches) |
68.00 |
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Party Pans
Please order by 2:00 p.m. day before |
10
SERVINGS |
20
SERVINGS |
30
SERVINGS |
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| Meat Party Pans |
Italian Sausage & Peppers
with natural juice or Marinara
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23.00
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34.00
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45.00
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Meatballs Marinara
(2 pcs. per serving)
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23.00
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34.00
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45.00
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Italian Pot Roast
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40.00
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62.00
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N/A |
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| Chicken Party Pans |
Lemon Chicken
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31.00
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48.00
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68.00
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Chicken Parmesan
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31.00
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48.00
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68.00
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| Chicken Cacciatore |
31.00
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48.00
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68.00
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Grilled Chicken Mediterranean 
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31.00
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48.00
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68.00
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| Fish Party Pans |
| Tuscan Tilapia |
36.00
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70.00
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N/A |
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| Pasta Party Pans |
Cavatappi Alfredo with Chicken
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28.00
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48.00
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68.00
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Lasagna Rotolo
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27.00
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46.00
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60.00
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Cavatelli ala Buona
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27.00
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46.00
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60.00
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Gnocchi in Vodka Sauce
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27.00
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46.00
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60.00
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Pasta and Broccoli
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23.00
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34.00
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45.00
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Mostaccioli Marinara
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23.00
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34.00
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45.00
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| Eggplant Parmesan |
31.00
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49.00
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63.00
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Jumbo Cheese Ravioli with Marinara sauce
(2 pcs. per serving) |
28.00
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46.00
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60.00
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Bow Tie Pasta Primavera
Bow tie pasta tossed with fresh spinach, zucchini, peppers and carrots in a light olive oil and garlic sauce |
23.00
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34.00
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45.00
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| Side Dish Party Pans |
Roasted Vesuvio Potatoes
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23.00
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34.00
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45.00
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Italian Baked Broccoli
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23.00
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34.00
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45.00
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Homestyle Mashed Potatoes
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23.00
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34.00
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45.00
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| Vegetable Medley Capri |
23.00
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34.00
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45.00
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| Wild Rice Florentine |
23.00
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34.00
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45.00
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EXTRAS
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Beverages
(cans of Pepsi, Diet
Pepsi, Sierra Mist and Bottled Water) |
0.99
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Warming Kit (includes pan, rack, canned heat, and pads)
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7.00
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Disposable tableware 10 settings (plates, forks, knives and napkins) |
3.00
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Mini-cocktail tableware 20 settings (plates, forks, and napkins) |
7.00
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Crispy Treats 
Traditional individual crispy squares topped with
dark
and white chocolate drizzle (24 pcs) |
35.00 |
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Cheesecake Sampler
A rich & creamy cheesecake made up of individual slices of Original, Chocolate Chip, and Chocolate Caramel Pecan (14 slices)
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48.00 |
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Assorted Cake Tray
Wedges of Banana, Chocolate and Carrot Cake.
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40.00 |
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Gourmet Cookies
Jumbo fresh baked Chocolate Chunk, Oatmeal
Raisin, Triple Chocolate
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30.00 |
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Ghirardelli Brownies
A chocolate lover's dream–moist, rich brownies
filled with chocolate chips
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32.00 |
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Tiramisu
Delicate ladyfingers, soaked in espresso and
brandy, then layered with a mixture of rich
and creamy Mascarpone cheese |
32.00 |
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Cannoli Explosion
Delicious, creamy cannoli filling topped with nuts and surrounded by a generous supply of cannoli shell pieces for dipping
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32.00 |
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Sweet Treats
Delicate, bite-sized bars in an assortment of
flavors, including: Lemonberry Jazz, Oreo Cookie,
Carmel Apple Granny Bar and Pecan Chocolate
Chunk served along with our Ghirardelli Brownies
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45.00 |
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Fresh Fruit Medley
A mixture of honeydew, cantaloupe, grapes
and golden pineapple (or seasonal fruit)
in an attractive serving bowl
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39.00 |
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Pound Cake 
Fresh Pound cake slices topped with a generous
portion of mixed berries
(40 slices) |
37.00 |
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Brownie & Cookie Tray
An assortment of cookies and Ghirardelli brownies. |
32.00 |
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Italian Cookie Basket
A delicious basket of homemade Lemon Knots
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37.00 |
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