Catering - Vermont Fine Dining

You have a vision and we have the skills to bring it to life. Special event catering is not only our specialty, it’s our passion. We are masters of execution and our process ensures the food and drink we present brings your event to life. Our team of event specialists love what they do and will take extra time to get to know you and the event you envision. They’ll listen to your wants and needs, storyboard a plan, and make it happen. Communication is key and we’re here to help and guide you every step of the way.

Menus

Hors D'oeuvres

$2 Blue cheese and pistachio grapes
$2 Bruschetta crostini with Hildene chèvre
$2 Sundried tomato and spinach arancini
$2 Vietnamese spring rolls
$2.50 Loaded corn tostada
$2.50 Stuffed mushroom caps
$2.50 Twice-baked potato skins
$2.50 Mushroom tart
$3 Ginger pork and shiitake eggroll
$3 Mini caprese skewers
$3.75 Antipasto skewer
$3.75 Petite chicken and waffle
$3.75 Smoked salmon blini
$4 Ahi tuna poke
$5 Chorizo-stuffed dates
$5 Petite Maryland blue crab cakes

First Course

Salads

$3 Simply green
A bed of farmstead greens, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and a house wine vinaigrette

$5 Roasted beet salad
House-made ricotta, ruby greens, candied walnuts, and a Sherry vinaigrette

$6 Kale salad
Vermont cheddar, roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, and a smoked maple vinaigrette

$7 Caprese
Maple Brook burrata, heirloom tomatoes, arugula, balsamic pearls and EVOO

$8 Baby arugula
Prosciutto, grilled fig, Hildene chèvre, balsamic pearls and EVOO

Soup

$4 Roasted apple and butternut squash bisque
$4 Tomato basil with a parmesan crisp
$5 Corn chowder with bacon lardons
$6 Cheddar ale with green chive oil

Plated Main Course

Tier 1 $30
Sweet soy-glazed salmon fillet with quinoa salad, asparagus, and beurre blanc
Hunan Statler chicken breasts with yakisoba noodle stir fry
Wild mushroom risotto with sundried tomato pesto
Frenched pork rack with smashed Yukon Gold potatoes, garlic braised kale, and roasted apple demi-glace

Tier 2 $43
Braised short ribs with baby bok choy, fingerling potatoes and demi-glace
Colossal shrimp with saffron risotto, kale, and scampi butter sauce
Roasted vegetable Napoleon with smoked tomato sauce
Lamb torchon with baby bok choy, roasted fingerling potatoes, and rosemary jus

Tier 3 $48
Petit filet mignon with potato gratin, baby bok choy, and a red wine demi-glace
Seared seabass with potato croquette, charred cauliflower, and roasted red pepper beurre blanc
Grilled vegetable strudel with ancient grains and roasted tomato marinara

After Dinner

Desserts

$1.50 Mini cupcakes
$1.50 Mini fruit tarts
$1.50 Mini profiteroles
$10 Fresh fruit platter
$2.50 Cannoli
$3 Apple cider donuts
$3 Kentucky Derby bars
$3 Lemon bar
$3 Seasonal bread pudding
$3.50 Double chocolate brownie

Late Night Snacks

$2.50 Vermont grilled cheese
$3 Apple cider donuts
$4.50 Bacon, egg, and cheese muffin
$5 Flatbreads
$5 Ice cream sandwiches
$5 Soft pretzels

Buffet

25 PERSON MINIMUM

$3.50 Bread and salad
Artisanal breads with whipped butter

$7 Salads: Choose 2
Classic Caesar
Seasonal green salad
Beet and quinoa salad

$7 Sides choice: Choose 2
Basmati rice pilaf
Basmati rice with mixed peppers, red onion, and fresh herbs
Roasted rainbow carrots with honey and rosemary
Herb roasted fingerling potatoes
Maple roasted butternut squash
Summer squash and zucchini with charred cherry tomatoes
Haricots verts with garlic herb olive oil

Mains: Choose 2
$14 Oven roasted salmon
Roasted Faroe Island salmon with herb and garlic butter

$16 Slow roasted turkey
Herb and garlic marinated turkey breast, slow roasted and served au jus

$18 Steamship ham
Bone-in ham hock, slow braised with a bourbon-pineapple glaze

$22 Roast beef
Ribeye roast marinated with herbs, served with a rosemary jus

$18 Cheese station
Assortment of local & artisanal cheeses
Honey, fresh and dried fruits, candied nuts
Sliced breads and crackers

$19 Charcuterie station
A mixture of artisan and house-made charcuterie meats including:
Fresh aged sausages, pâté and salami
House-made mustard, house-brined pickles, and crackers

Chef Stations

DESIGN YOUR OWN

$12.50 Mac and cheese station
Bacon, grilled chicken, pulled pork, charred tomatoes, caramelized onions, garlic shrimp, broccoli, creamy cheddar sauce, smoked gouda

$12 Assorted sushi
Spicy tuna
Smoked salmon with cream cheese
Crab and cucumber

$8 Potato bar
Roasted baby potatoes, purple Peruvian, Yukon Gold smashed, house-made gravy, Vermont cheese curds, sautéed forest mushrooms, bacon, caramelized onions, green onions, broccoli florets

$12 Salad bar
Organic mesclun greens, romaine lettuce, kale and broccoli slaw, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, mixed peppers, red onions, marinated tomatoes, carrots, chickpeas, corn, black beans, Cabot cheddar, grilled chicken, smoked bacon, chimichurri steak

Ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, smoked maple balsamic dressing, red wine vinaigrette

$15 Fiesta station
Corn and black bean salad
Jalapeño corn bread
Chips, salsa and guacamole

Fajitas:
Carne asada, chicken mole, shredded pork, shredded lettuce, cheese, diced tomatoes, olives, green onions, pickled jalapeños, sour cream, tofu, sautéed peppers and onions

$18 Gyro / shawarma station
Chicken, lamb, top round (beef), couscous salad, grilled pita bread, tzatziki sauce, au jus, steamed basmati rice, lettuce, tomato, sweet onions, cucumbers

$18 BBQ station
Slow roasted, BBQ ribs and chicken
Cheddar biscuit, coleslaw & potato salad

CARVING STATION (CARVED TO ORDER)

$14 Oven roasted salmon
Roasted Faroe Island salmon with herb and garlic butter

$16 Slow roasted turkey
Herb and garlic marinated turkey breast, slow roasted and served au jus

$22 Roast beef
Ribeye roast marinated with herbs, served with a rosemary jus

$18 Steamship ham
Bone-in ham hock, slow braised with a bourbon-pineapple glaze

Bar Service

Pangaea is a fully licensed catering company in Vermont. All bar and service staff hold Vermont DLC certificates. We will help design your perfect bar. Here are some of our favorites. *All special requests are subject to Vermont availability.

Wine

Sparkling
Mionetto Il, Prosecco
Veuve Cliquot, Yellow Label

White
Alverdi, Pinot Grigio
Roblar, Chardonnay
The Little Sheep, Sauvignon Blanc
Santa Margherita, Pinot Grigio
Aviary, Chardonnay
Alphonse Dolly, Sauvignon Blanc

Rose
Vrac, Rose
Whispering Angel, Côtes de Provence Rosé

Red
Leese Fitch, Pinot Noir
Christopher Michael, Cabernet Sauvignon
Arius, Pinot Noir
Decoy, Cabernet Sauvignon

Gin

Beefeater
Tanqueray
Bombay sapphire
The Botanist

Vodka

Smirnoff
Tito’s
Grey Goose
Absolut
Belvedere

Tequila

Espolón
Cazadores Blanco
Herradura Reposado

Whiskey & Scotch

Jameson
Glenmorangie
Macallan
Lagavulin

Bourbon & Rye

Maker’s Mark
Bulleit
Knob Creek

Rum

Gosling’s Dark
Capt. Morgan Spiced
Bacardi Silver

Classy Accents

Aperol
Ouzo
Lillet Blanc
Fernet Branca
Campari
St. Germain
Remy Martin VSOP

Beer

Von Trapp Lager
Long Trail IPA
Switchback Ale
Stella Artois
Bud Light
Corona

Testimonials

“We booked Pangaea for our wedding this past July at Hildene and are so happy we did! From every conversation to the food to the staff – Pangaea is amazing! Nick and team were so nice and answered all the questions we had throughout the planning process. The tasting was unreal – and so fun! Everything was so delicious that it was difficult to choose what to include on our menu! A few weeks before our wedding I made a change to one of the dessert items and it was no issue! We have allergies in the family and Pangaea assured us it was no issue. On our wedding day, the Pangaea staff were so friendly and attentive. Nick and team are organized, super nice and deliver amazing food! Book Pangaea ASAP!”

“We worked with Nick from Pangaea – we absolutely loved the experienced. Nick was a professional from day one – the tasting was absolutely incredible and he incorporated so many things that were special to us on our wedding day. He was extremely flexible – he helped us get linens and napkins changed at the last minute without issues and he worked with some special requests and made them all work perfectly! Also, the food was amazing – so many of our guests commented on how good it was and how much they enjoyed the experience of table-side ordering at a wedding. We would recommend Pangaea to everyone!”

“It’s been over a week since our wedding, and our guests are still raving about how delicious the food was! Nick was incredibly helpful in planning the arrangements and getting everything set up and delivered on time. Every single bite was absolutely perfect, and although I might be a little biased, I think it was the best meal I have ever had at a wedding!”

“Hildene’s exclusive vendor relationships with Pangaea Fine Dining and Lily of the Valley Florist took a lot of stress out of the vendor selection process, and we couldn’t have been happier with our food and our flowers. Hildene’s list of recommended vendors was also incredibly helpful, and it made many of our other important selections seem nearly effortless. My husband and I could go on forever singing Hildene’s praises, but all you need to know is that if you choose Hildene for your wedding, you’re in great hands and you won’t regret it!”

FAQs

How far in advance should I start planning?

As soon as you say yes! Great venues book fast. Faster during the summer months. Saturdays in July and August, for example, are typically booked a year or two in advance. So, the earlier you start planning the better. We recommend that you start planning a minimum of six months in advance to ensure that you get everything you’re dreaming of.

What about a tasting?

Included in a ($99 per person) tasting will be many choices from which we will build your event menu together. Should you decide to book with us, a payment of 50% of your initial proposal will be due at the tasting and we will waive the tasting cost for up to four guests.

Who comes to our tasting?

This will be the bread and butter of your planning process with us. We recommend only bringing the people who are essential for planning.

What should we bring to our tasting?

Your appetite! And any information or materials that will help in planning your menu and table layout/design. Nick and Nic, our event planning team, will be on hand to answer all your questions and discuss ingredients and cooking techniques as you wish. We recommend planning two to three hours for your tasting.

Do you take care of bar services?

Yes! Pangaea is a full-service catering company, which includes rentals and fully trained and insured bar staff. If you’re looking for something specific, please ask.

Do your menu prices include service staff and rentals?

No, we tailor all catering packages to the event itself. Below you can find our questionnaire which helps us understand details like basic timeline, guest count, service style preferences, menu options, bar options, and more. From there, we will put together a customized catering proposal for you.

When do I need to confirm guest numbers?

We require final guest numbers 14 days prior to your event. After this date, we are still able to accommodate minor changes in guest numbers on a case-by-case basis.

Can you accommodate special dietary needs?

Yes! Our team has a great deal of experience handling all sorts of allergies and dietary restrictions. Let us know your requirements in advance and we will make the necessary adjustments to satisfy your guests.

Note that for very serious allergies, we cannot fully guarantee that your food is completely allergen free.

What service style do you offer?

We can do everything from elegant buffet, casual BBQ, family style platters to cocktail parties and interactive Chef’s Stations. However, our specialty is formal service, made-to-order plated meals. Inquire with our team to find the best option to suit your big day.

Who prints the menus?

Our menu proposals are sent with our preferred menu wording. However you will need to find someone to design and print them. We have some of our past favorites to share with you at your tasting.

Other charges you may find in your proposal

Service Staff
We offer a wide range of event service styles. Our planning team will be sure to capture your vision and assemble the most fitting team for your event.

Off-Site Catering
This expense is applied to all of our catering services outside of our restaurant. It’s not easy to put a restaurant where there was no restaurant in a few hours.

Table Linens
We will work with you to find the best linen to suit your vision. We work with a few vendors and pass our cost along. The additional damage waiver fee covers typical wear and tear.

Rentals
Pangaea has a cache of great wares to host your party. If there is something we don’t have, we can connect you with other rental companies with larger selections.

Vendor Meals
No “bandwiches” here. We serve hot fresh meals for your band, DJ, photographers, and planners to make sure they have the nourishment they need to be at the top of their game for you.

Kids Meals
If you have humans under 10 looking for less refined fare, we can offer the same focus on ingredients while being a little more kid friendly. Please just let us know if they will be seated at the reception or if there is a designated location for them.

Request a Quote

Please fill out the following with as much detail about your desired event and we will reach out to you within 24 hours.

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