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CATERING for events held at the Bristlecone Inn is provided by Jubilations Catering.  The following menus are just a sampling of the items Jubilations can provide.  Please contact us to discuss your menu in more detail.

Prices include Waiters, China, Flatware, Ice Water/Goblets for each place setting.  Prices subject to 7.5% tax and an 18% gratuity.

 

BRUNCH MENU

CONTINENTAL DIVIDE

Pastry Basket with Muffins, Danish, Filled and Plain Croissants

Fresh Fruit Tray

Assorted Juices

$9.95/person

 

 

BUENOS DIAS

Classic Breakfast Burritos with Scrambled Eggs, Chorizo Sausage and Shredded Cheddar
Cheese in a Flour Tortilla.  Served with a side of Salsa.

Breakfast Potatoes

Fresh Fruit Platter

Assorted Juices

$12.95/person

 

 

PROSPECTOR

Pastry Basket with Muffins, Danish, Filled and Plain Croissants

Fresh Fruit Tray

Breakfast Potatoes

Scrambled Eggs

Bacon and Sausage

Assorted Juices

$17.95/person

 

MOUNT MEEKER

Omelet Station- Bacon, Sausage, Mushrooms, Onions, Peppers, Swiss and Cheddar Cheeses

Waffle Station – Freshly made Buttermilk Waffles with Warm Syrup, Whipped Cream, Butter and Baked Apples

Pastry Basket with Muffins, Danish, Filled and Plain Croissant

Fresh Fruit Tray

Breakfast Potatoes

Assorted Juices

$22.95/person

 

HORS D’OEUVRES

If only hors d’oeuvres are being ordered (no meal), an additional $8.00/person plus tax and gratuity is added for labor, china, flatware and glassware rental.  Minimum order of 4 dozen of each item unless otherwise noted.

COLORADO CUISINE Featuring Colorado Ingredients and Style

Prosciutto with Melon– Shaved Prosciutto Cotto wrapped around sweet Rocky Ford Cantaloupe Balls – $1.25 each

Mountain Man Sausage– Wild Boar Sausage Slices served on a skewer with a side of Sweet Chile Dipping Sauce – $1.30 each

Buffalo Empanadas – Ground Lean Buffalo with Red, Yellow and Green Bell Peppers, Habanero Peppers, Green Onions and Jack Cheese.  Served with a side of Chipotle BBQ Sauce -$1.35 each

Palisade Baked Brie – Whole Brie Wheel topped with Diced Palisade Peach and Raspberry Preserves, wrapped in Puffed Pastry and baked to a golden brown.  Served with crusty Baguettes and Colorado Apples– 8” Wheel serves 30 guests, $55 each

Elk Tenderloin Bruschette – Tender Elk Tenderloin seared medium rare served on a Crustini with Arugula, Roasted Red Peppers and Horseradish Aioli – $1.60 each

Cowboy Cavier- Roasted Olathe Corn and Black Bean Salsa served with Cheddar Crisps – $1.50/person

Smoked Trout Dip served with Wafers – $1.50/person

Green Chile Cheeseburger Sliders with Pickles, Lettuce and Tomato – $2.50 each

 

WARM HORS D’OEUVRES

Mushroom Caps- Roasted Mushrooms filled with Italian Sausage and Herbs or Spinach and Feta
Cheese- $1.00 each

Chicken Pot stickers– Steamed and Pan-fried and served with Teriyaki Sauce- $1.00 each

Spanikopita– Spinach and crumbled Feta in Phyllo Dough – $1.00 each

Swedish Meatballs- Ground Beef mixed with fresh Herbs and served in Bordelaise Sauce- $1.00 each

Stuffed Shrimp Embrochette- Shrimp stuffed with a slice of Jalapeno and Monterey Jack Cheese, wrapped in Bacon and then grilled- $1.40 each

Grilled Beef Rolls – Tender Top Round wrapped around Red, Yellow & Green Bell Peppers, served with Soy-Ginger Dipping Sauce- $1.50 each

Mini Crab Cakes with Chile-Lime Aioli- Half-dollar sized Crab Cakes served with Chile-Lime Sauce- $1.50 each

Asiago and Artichoke Cheese Bites- Puffed Pastry filled with a creamy blend of Asiago Cheese and diced Artichoke Hearts- $1.25 each

Tropical Chicken Skewers– Marinated Chicken and seasonal Vegetables skewered, grilled and served with Mango Salsa – $1.35 each

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms– Jumbo Mushrooms stuffed with Crab and Seasonings – $1.50 each

Baked Brie Tartlets – Brie and Apricot Preserves wrapped in Puffed Pastry, brushed with Egg Glaze and baked to a golden brown- $1.25 each

Bacon Wrapped Scallops- Jumbo Sea Scallops wrapped with Maple-smoked Bacon- $1.60 each

 

COLD HORS D’OEUVRES

Caprese Skewers- Grape Tomato, Fresh Basil and Fresh Mozzarella on a skewer then drizzled with Balsamic Glaze- $1.00 each

Parmesan Crisps– Parmesan Cheese baked into a crisp Wafer and topped with Spinach Pesto- $1.00 each

Rustic Bruschetta- Crispy Baguette slices topped with Tomatoes, Basil and Fresh Mozzarella- $1.00 each

Fresh Fruit and Cheese Skewers- $1.25 each

Sirloin Pinwheels- Sliced Sirloin Beef with creamy Herb Boursin and Red Pepper rolled in a Flour Tortilla- $1.25 each

Smoked Salmon Pinwheels- Smoked Atlantic Salmon with fresh Dill and Roasted Peppers in a Tortilla Roulade- $1.25 each

Shaved Roast Beef Bruschetta- with Arugula, Roasted Red Peppers and Horseradish Aioli – $1.30 each

Shrimp Ceviche – cubed Cucumber, Avocado, Tomato, Onion, Carrots, Cilantro and Shrimp served on a Tostada Point – $1.30 each

 

DIPS AND PLATTERS- 25 person minimum per item

Raw Vegetable Crudités- An array of seasonal Vegetables accompanied by Dips- $1.50/person

Hummus and Pita Chips- $1.50/person

Artichoke Cheese Dip- Classic house recipe served hot with Crusty Baguettes- $1.75/person

Buffalo Chicken Dip- Layered, baked dip with Buffalo Chicken, Cream Cheese, Ranch Dip and Cheese.  Served with Chips and Celery- $1.75/person

Beer Cheese Fondue– Cheddar Cheese, Beer, Garlic, Tabasco and Mustard served warm with cubed Bread – $2.00/person

Tortilla Chips with Trio of Fresh Salsas- $2.00/person

Hot Nacho Dip- Ground Beef, Chorizo, Refried Beans, Green Chiles, Cheddar Cheese and Black Olives served with Tortilla Chips- $2.50/person

Seasonal Fruit Display- Assorted fresh Fruit arranged with flair- $2.50/person

Blue Crab Dip- Hot, creamy dip with Crab, Onions, Peppers and Parmesan. Served with Crisp Pita Wedges- $3.00/person

Assorted Cheese Display- A variety of Soft Ripened, Semi hard, Hard, Blue and Flavored Cheeses served with Crisp Wafers- $3.00/person

Antipasto Platter- A variety of Italian Meats and marinated Vegetables with assorted Cheeses. Served with Crusty Breads- $3.50/person

 

LUNCHES AND DINNERS

SAMPLER MENU

Artisan Bread Basket– Overflowing baskets of crusty Baguettes, Ciabatta and Flatbreads served with Plain and Sundried Tomato Butter

OR

Freshly Baked Yeast Dinner Rolls with Butter

 

Select One Salad– Can be served buffet style, plated or family style

Mixed Greens topped with toasted Pine Nuts, Dried Cranberries, Feta and Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

Mixed Spring Greens with Pears, Bleu Cheese and Caramelized Walnuts in Walnut Vinaigrette

Odessa Salad – Local Organic Mixed Greens, Strawberries, Avocado, Toasted Almonds and Goat Cheese in Champagne Vinaigrette (additional $1.00/person)

Tuscan Salad – Crisp Greens with Granny Smith Apples, Candied Walnuts and Gorgonzola in Apple Champagne Vinaigrette

Southwestern Salad – Romaine with Black Beans, Roasted Corn, Avodaco, Red Bell Peppers and Tortilla Strips in Cilantro Vinaigrette Dressing (additional $1.00/person)

Classic Caesar Salad with Croutons and freshly grated Parmesan

Garden Salad with Tomatoes, Carrots, Cucumber and Mushrooms with Creamy Ranch and Italian Vinaigrette

 

Select One Vegetable

Steamed Broccoli, Cauliflower and Carrots

Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Cauliflower and Bacon

Sautéed Green Beans with Shallots and Hazelnuts

Sautéed Green Beans Almandine

Roasted Root and Seasonal Vegetables with Balsamic Glaze

Baby Carrots with Fresh Tarragon

Tomato, Mushroom, Dried Apricot and Roasted Corn Ragout

Broccoli Cheddar Bake topped with Bread Crumbs

 

Select One  Starch

White Cheddar, Bacon Scallion or Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Gravy

Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes with Herbs

Long Grain White and Wild Rice Pilaf

Cheddar Gratin Potatoes (additional $1.00/person)

Penne, Bow Tie or Fettuccini Pasta

White Cheddar, Bacon Scallion or Roasted Garlic Twice Baked Potatoes

Baked Potatoes with Butter, Sour Cream and Chives

 

Bistro Entrees

Caribbean Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Mango Salsa

Lemon Chicken Scaloppini – Creamy Lemon and White Wine Sauce over sautéed Chicken, Mushrooms and Artichokes then sprinkled with Pancetta and Capers

Parmesan  Crusted Chicken Breasts with Marinara Sauce and melted Mozzarella

Herb and Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken- Boneless Breast of Chicken stuffed with special herbs and Goat Cheese; breaded, baked and topped with Sun-dried Tomato Cream Sauce

Chicken Marsala – Boneless Chicken sauteed in Olive Oil and topped with a Marsala Wine and Mushroom Sauce

Riviera Chicken- Grilled Lemon Basil Chicken in a light Cream Sauce tossed with Wild Mushrooms, Parmesan Cheese, Sun-dried and Roma Tomatoes and fresh Spinach

Slow Roasted Top Round, specially marinated then carved into thick slices and topped  with caramelized sweet Onions and Mushrooms in a rich Burgundy Wine Sauce

Rosemary and Garlic Roasted Beef carved to order with Au Jus and Horseradish Sauce

Phyllo-wrapped Vegetable Strudel with Caramelized Onion

Mozzarella Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Balsamic Marinade

 

Deluxe Entrees

Additional $3.00/person

Braised Beef Tenderloin Medallions with Roasted Garlic and Brandy Sauce

 

Additional $5.00/person

Panko-crusted Red Snapper served with Mango Salsa

Grilled Atlantic Salmon with Sour Cream and Dill

Pan Seared Stuffed Trout

 

Additional $8.00/person

Roasted Pancetta Topped Beef Tenderloin with Wild Mushrooms

 

Sampler Menu Pricing

Buffet or Family Style

One Bistro Entree – $33.95/person

Two Bistro Entrees – $37.95/person

 

Plated Style with One Bistro Entrée per Plate - Guests to preselect their entrée from choice of up to two entrees.  $33.95/person

 

Children’s Plate: Chicken Fingers with Ketchup, Raw Carrots with Ranch Dip, Fresh Fruit Cup, Juice or Milk Box- $14.00/person (for children up to 8 years old)

 

TASTE OF ITALY (SERVED FAMILY STYLE)

Salad Course

Tuscan Salad – Crisp Greens with Granny Smith Apples, Candied Walnuts and Gorgonzola in Balsamic Vinaigrette and Buttermilk Peppercorn Dressings

Artisan Bread Basket – Overflowing basket of crusty Baguettes, Ciabatta and Flatbreads served with Plain and Sun-dried Tomato Butter

Dinner to Include

Herb and Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken – Boneless Breast of Chicken stuffed with special Herbs and Goat Cheese; breaded, baked and topped with Sun-dried Tomato Cream Sauce

Pasta al Forno – Penne and Pink Tomato Basil Cream Sauce; baked with Eggplant, Mozzarella and Parmesan

Grilled Vegetables to include Zucchini, Asparagus, Squash, Peppers and Onions with Balsamic Glaze

$30.95/person

 

 

BRAZILIAN ROTISSERIE

Rotisserie Grilled Top Sirloin, marinated in White Wine, Onion and Garlic then seasoned with Pepper, Onion Salt and Garlic Salt.
Carved on-site and served with sides of Shallot Butter and Horseradish Sauce.

Boneless Chicken Breast marinated in Brazilian Beer and Garlic, skewered and rotisserie cooked and topped with Brazilian Vinaigrette Salsa

Arroz Brasileiro – Brazilian White Rice fried in Oil and Garlic, then slowly steamed in Chicken Broth and Roasted Tomatoes

Grilled Vegetable Skewers – Zucchini, Summer Squash, Red Bell Peppers, Mushrooms and Onions dusted in Parmesan Cheese

Pao De Queijo (Brazilian Cheese bread)

$35.95/person

 

 

MEMPHIS STYLE BBQ

Select three of the following sides:                 Select two of the following entrees:

Corn on the Cob                                                  Smoked Beef Brisket

Cole Slaw                                                              Smoked Pork Shoulder

Potato Salad                                                         Smoked Chicken

BBQ Beans                                                           Smoked Pork Ribs

Homestyle Macaroni and Cheese (additional $1.00/person)

 

Buffet includes:   Hot and Mild BBQ Sauce and Buns

$24.95/person

 

 

STREET TACO BAR

Build your own Street Tacos with:

Grilled Beef OR Chicken

Blackened Fish

Chopped Tomatoes

Chopped Onions

Chopped Cilantro

Lettuce

Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Roasted Corn Salsa

Pico de Gallo

Sour Cream

Flour Tortillas

Lime Wedges

Buffet Includes:

Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Cilantro Vinaigrette

OR

Southwestern Salad with Romaine, Roasted Corn, Avocado, Bell Peppers, Crispy Tortilla Strips and Cilantro Vinaigrette (additional $1.00/person)

Black Beans or Refried Beans

Cilantro Rice

$27.95/person (additional $2.00/person for both beef and chicken)

 

COLORADO CLASSIC  COOKOUT

Select three of  the following sides:

Potato Salad                                         Fresh Fruit Salad

Pasta Salad                                           Cole  Slaw

Garden Salad                                       Baked Beans

Potato Chips                                         Corn on the Cob

Cookies and Brownies

 

Select two of the following Entrees:

Hamburgers,  Vegetarian Burgers and Hot Dogs

Boneless BBQ Chicken Breasts        Rocky Mountain Bratwurst

Jerk Chicken Breasts (bone in)         Grilled  Portobello Mushrooms

 

Includes:

Freshly Baked Buns or Dinner Rolls

Condiment Tray with Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Ketchup, Mustard and Mayonnaise

$21.95/person

 

 

CARIBBEAN COOKOUT

Pulled Pork Shoulder  with Sweet and Spicy Jamaican Sauce

St. Barts Chicken with Pickapeppa Sauce

Freshly Baked Dinner Rolls

Black Bean and Rice Salad

Tropical Fruit Salad

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

$24.95/person

 

DESSERTS

Fresh Watermelon Slices- $.50/person (seasonal)

 

S’more Fixings– Marshmallows,  Chocolate, Graham Crackers and Sticks for Roasting- $2.50/person

 

Strawberry Shortcake-  $2.50/person

 

Assorted Pies or Cheesecake Slices- $2.50/person

 

Assorted Filled Tartlets-  $1.50 each

 

Peach, Apple or Berry Cobbler - $2.50/person (with Vanilla Ice Cream for an additional $1.50/person)

 

Chocolate Dipped Strawberries- $1.25 each

 

Cookies and Brownies- $1.00 each




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