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Whether it is traditional Kentucky fare or a variety of international tastes your event has a flavor all its own and it’s our job to capture that essence. Starting with delectable appetizers to ending with sweet finishes and everything in between, we’ll coordinate the perfect menu from our vast repertoire of foods and beverages, all designed within the parameters of your budget.

As an off-premise caterer, we bring the event to you. Our exquisite food and our unparalleled personal service will make your occasion memorable.

We cover every social occasion, whether it's a holiday party, birthday extravaganza, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, or a Kentucky Derby celebration.Let us worry about the details.

Please see below for some of our delectable offerings for your next special occasion.

SPECIAL OCCASION SAMPLE MENUS

brunch, afternoon tea

BRUNCH BUFFET SAMPLE ONE

MENU

Jerk Spiced Fried Chicken and Jalapeño Cheddar Waffles with Maple Guava Sauce

Grilled Soy Glazed Bacon Skewers

Fried Plantain Chips with Fresh Pico de Gallo

Caribbean Banana Muffins with Mango Jam

Tropical Fruit Parfait with Chili Lime Yogurt

BRUNCH BUFFET SAMPLE ONE

MENU ~ Build Your Own Southern Benedict

Homemade Biscuits, Eggs Fried to Order, Country Ham, Bacon, Fried Green Tomatoes, Local Jams, Whipped Sorghum Butter and Hollandaise Sauce

 Arugula Salad with Cherry Tomatoes and Red Wine Vinaigrette

 Fresh Fruit Platter

 Seasonal Coffee Cake

AFTERNOON TEA BUFFET SAMPLE THREE

BUFFET MENU ~ Afternoon Tea

Finger Sandwiches- Benedictine, Chicken Salad, Pimento Cheese and Ham and Biscuits

 Mini Assorted Quiche

Tomato Aspic with Cottage Cheese and Bib Lettuce

Lemon Lavender Scones

 Chocolate Espresso Cookies

SPECIAL OCCASION SAMPLE MENUS

rehearsal dinner, bridal lunch, engagement, anniversary party

ENGAGEMENT PARTY SAMPLE ONE

COCKTAIL BUFFET MENU

Tomato Jam Glazed Meatballs 

Corn Fritters with Crab Salad and Lemon Aioli

Fried Chicken Biscuits with Hot Honey and Green Tomato Mustarda

Chilled Spinach Dip with Homemade Sweet Potato Chips

Honey Almond Brie with Raspberry Coulis served with Fresh Fruit and Crackers

Marinated Asparagus

Chef’s Choice Dessert Bites

ENGAGEMENT PARTY SAMPLE TWO

COCKTAIL BUFFET MENU

Beef Tenderloin with Yeast Rolls, Horseradish and Henry Baines Sauces 

House Smoked Salmon with Cucumber Dill Sauce

Traditional Shrimp Cocktails with Smokey Cocktails Sauce

Deconstructed Crudités with Lemon Herb Dip 

Artisanal Fruit and Cheese Display

Artichoke Soufflé Stuffed Mushrooms

Assorted Tartlets and Lace Cookies

BUFFET REHEARSAL DINNER MENU SAMPLE

BUFFET MENU

Fried Chicken with Tender Herb Gravy 

Fresh Garden Salad with Buttermilk Thyme Vinaigrette 

Corn Pudding 

Country Style Green Beans

Homemade Biscuits with Honey Butter

Lemon Chess Pie with Blueberry Compote

PLATED REHEARSAL DINNER MENU SAMPLE

PLATED MENU

Salad
Baby Kale with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Dried Cranberries, Edamame, Sunflowers Seeds, Parmesan Cheese with Blackberry Sorghum Vinaigrette

Main Course
Marinated, French Cut Chicken with Apricot Romesco

Yogurt and Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower

White Bean Puree

Artisan Bread and Butter 

Dessert
Bourbon Peach Tartlets with Blackberry Coulis and Minted Whipped Cream

PLATED BRIDAL LUNCHEON MENU SAMPLE

PLATED MENU

Moroccan Spiced Cauliflower Soup with Coconut Milk

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Mahogany Salmon over Warm Glass Noodles with Asian Vegetables and a Savory Sesame Ginger Sauce

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Artisan Bread with Whipped Butter

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Matcha Cake Pops

PLATED ANNIVERSARY MENU SAMPLE

PLATED MENU

Frisee and Watercress Salad with Citrus Wheels, Chili Dusted Almonds, Goat Cheese, Fresh Herbs and a Citrus Vinaigrette

Ash Dusted Filet Mignon with Ancho Beef Jus

Halibut with a Chestnut Mole

Grilled Red Cabbage Chimichurri

Yukon and Leek Gratin

SAMPLE BUFFET DINNER MENUS

graduation, Bar or Bat Mitzvah

BUFFET GRADUATION PARTY SAMPLE MENU

BUFFET MENU

Make your own street taco:

Corn Tortillas

Choice of:

carnitas, blackened fish, black beans, or fajita peppers

Toppings to include:

traditional salsa, mango salsa, salsa verde, crema in squirt bottles, cilantro, lime, guacamole, purple slaw

Mexican Street Corn Salad

Traditional Tres Leches Parfait

BUFFET BAR/BAT MITZVAH SAMPLE MENU

BUFFET MENU

Italian Chopped Salad with Romaine, Radicchio, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion, Pepperoncini, Garbanzo Beans and Parmesan Cheese with an Italian Vinaigrette

Penne Pasta with Creamy Pesto

Noodle Kugel

Roasted Vegetables

Assorted Bagels with Cream Cheese, Lettuce and Tomato Slices

Smoked Salmon with Capers and Red Onion

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Call us today to start planning - dates in 2024-2025 are booking up quickly!

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DUPREE CATERING + EVENTS and THE MANE ON MAIN (Onsite Venue)
Phone: (859) 231-0464 • 201 East Main Street, Suite 1500 • Lexington, KY 40507