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Special Event Menus

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These days, a distinctive cuisine – uncompromising in its’ approach to freshness, creative flair and, above all, taste is essential to the success of today’s corporate and social Special Events.

Without question, what sets us apart from the competition is our unparalleled ability and passion to create customized menus designed specifically for your event. Director of Operations and internationally acclaimed Chef, Jason Rosso, together with award-winning Executive Chef, Eric Pless, has developed one of the most singular yet adaptable collection of menu choices in the city. Discovery, invention and an infectious enthusiasm for food is their forte. It is this ability to customize their expertise to suit your needs that will ensure a culinary masterpiece; guaranteed to impress at your next Special Event.

Allow our very Best of the Best to create that perfect fusion of cuisine, setting and service. It’s more than food for thought. We stand ready to help you break new ground in the redefinition of the essence of taste.

Our Passion For Your Palate

Jason RossoDirector of Operations

Eric Pless Executive Chef

Special Event Menus 2011

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The Distillery team stands ready to not only meet but exceed your greatest expectations. We offer the very best in venues, menus and service for all of your Special Events. Be assured that this extraordinary Victorian-era village will not disappoint. Minutes from the downtown core, we offer you a variety of award-winning spaces – accommodating a full array of event possibilities, from intimate get-togethers of 10 to lavish gatherings of up to 600. We provide the most unique multi-purpose venue settings in the city; when combining all of our venues we can accommodate events in the thousands.

“When it comes to the Distillery, seeing truly is believing.”

This is the Distillery Restaurants Corporation’s premiere event space. The award winning Boiler House can accommodate up to 450 guests for a cocktail event and up to a maximum of 200 for a seated dinner.

“Mouth watering creations” – Chicago Free Press

“The food was amazing, the staff swift and competent and the

venue came complete” – Style at Home.

“Toronto’s best patio” & “Best for brunch” - Toronto Life

The Cannery Room is an intimate event space nestled in the heart of the Distillery District. Designed to accommodate up to 50 guests for a plated dinner or 80 for cocktails, the space is warm, intimate and one of the most inviting in the Distillery.

Archeo is the perfect venue for exclusive, private and corporate events year round because of its’ versatility, warmth and intimacy. ‘’The food’s top notch!’’ - Toronto Life

The Fermenting Cellar of the former Gooderham and Worts Distillery was originally constructed in 1859. It has now been transformed into the most unique event platform in the GTA and is considered one of the top 5 venues in Canada.

“Hippest address in town” & “Industrial Chic” – Toronto Life


One of a Kind Venues

The Fermenting Cellar

The Boiler House

The Cannery Room

Archeo

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$35.00 per dozen

minimum order of 3 dozen per selection

cold hors d’oeuvres

lobster and double smoked bacon club house, roasted garlic aïoli

petit foie gras parfait éclair, spiced chocolate

mushroom and crisp bacon french toast,

hollandaise gratin

scallop and tuna ceviche in pancetta cup,

crisp wonton, miso aïoli

chilled beef and spicy carrot slaw,

crisp fried wonton

sesame and ginger tuna tartar,

fresh seaweed, wonton cone

hot hors d’oeuvres

roasted lamb chops, apple cider glaze

crispy seafood croquette-kabob,

smoked chili oil dipping sauce

crispy tuna club roll,

bacon and smoked tomato ketchup

thai chicken and sugar cane satay,

sweet ginger soy sauce

lamb kofta skewers, chili yogurt dipping sauce

mini chicken and cheddar quesadillas,

house-made salsa


$30.00 per dozen

minimum order of 3 dozen per selection

cold hors d’oeuvres

smoked salmon and cucumber salad,

cilantro cream cheese, gaufrette

vine ripened tomato bruschetta,

shaved pecorino, aged balsamic

chilled balsamic roasted vegetables,

crispy won ton

basil scented watermelon, cucumber and pomegranate salad, crumbled feta

mini Italian club sandwich with aged

provolone, house-made focaccia

house cured atlantic salmon,

cassis cheesecake

hot hors d’oeuvres

sweet chili and lime chicken skewers

charred tomato and asiago tartlettes,

pickled red onion

southern spiced sweet potato fries,

sweet basil aïoli

crispy fried roasted vegetable ravioli,

ancho chili honey

shrimp and chips, seafood sauce aïoli

crispy fried shanghai spring rolls,

sweet chili plum sauce

nutmeg spiced sweet potato and goat cheese tartlet, crispy coriander

Passed Hors D’Oeuvres

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seasonal vegetable crudités platter celery, carrots, zucchini and seasonal vegetables with roasted garlic and garden herb aïoli $5.00 per person

breads and spreads

IUHVK�EDJXHWWH��FUDFNHUV��ÁDW�EUHDG��FULVS\�IULHG�pitas with sundried tomato and olive tapenade, hummus and baba ganoush$5.00 per person

domestic cheese boardchef’s selection of domestic artisan cheese, fresh grapes, preserved fruit, baguette and crackers$9.00 per person

imported cheese boardchef’s selection of imported artisan cheese, fresh grapes, preserved fruit, baguette and crackers$15.00 per person

antipasto displayprosciutto, salami and mortadella, marinated mini bocconcini cheese, garden fresh basil pesto drizzle and grilled marinated vegetables$10.00 per person

chilled shrimp plattercitrus poached arctic shrimp, spicy cocktail sauce and lemon essence$12.00 per person (5 pieces per person)

chilled seafood platter smoked salmon, smoked mackerel, grilled and chilled scallops, lobster, chilled mussel salad, steamed clams, king crab legs, served with grainy mustard aïoli and cocktail sauce$22.00 per person

shucked east and west coast oysterstraditional garnishes$36.00 per dozenminimum order 3 dozen

chef’s sandwich board our version of a “hero” sandwich with assorted cold cuts, roasted vegetables and fresh tomatoes$8.00 per person

late night canapés selection mini mac and cheese. crispy fried veggies and ranch dip, mini fried beef tacos$26.00 per dozen minimum 3 dozen per selection

**minimum order for platters is 10 guests**late night canapés

minimum order is 3 dozen per selection


Platters

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ÀUVW�FRXUVHchoose one appetizerhand torn romaine salad, creamy roast garlic dressing roasted vegetable and spinach salad, banyuls vinaigrettebaby arugula salad with roasted peppers, goat cheese and champagne vinaigretteseasonal vegetable broth, seasonal vegetablesleek and potato soup, fresh scallionroasted fennel and tomato bisque, parmesan-cheddar crostini

second coursechoose two entréesslow roasted capon breast, sesame-ginger glaze grilled alberta beef striploin, madeira-thyme demi glaze(chef recommends medium)SDQ�VHDUHG�DWODQWLF�VDOPRQ�ÀOOHW��EpDUQDLVH�VDXFH

choose one vegetable accompaniment bean and baby carrot bundlesroasted vine tomato with creamed corn and crispy leekspetit onion tartratatouille stuffed puff pastry

choose one starch accompaniment buttermilk whipped potatoesroasted garlic crushed mini potatoespommes dauphinoisesouthern fried sweet potatoesURVHPDU\�DQG�JDUOLF�VFHQWHG�JULOOHG�ÀQJHUOLQJ�SRWDWRHV

third coursechoose one dessertlemon meringue tart with seasonal fruit coulisblueberry and white chocolate cheesecake, citrus berry coulisdark chocolate gateau, sweet cream

coffee and tea service included

three course plated dinner $49.00 per person plus taxes and gratuities

Menu One

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ÀUVW�FRXUVHchoose two appetizerscitrus, arugula and crisp prosciutto salad, grainy mustard and honeydew vinaigrettepanzanella salad, vine tomatoes, bermuda onion and fresh basilroasted garlic, baked ricotta and spinach salad, charred tomato vinaigretteWUXIÁHG�FDXOLÁRZHU�DQG�FKHGGDU�YHORXWp��DJHG�FKHGGDU�DQG�VFDOOLRQ�IULWWHUroasted woodland mushroom and double smoked bacon puréebeef, arugula and orzo broth, parmesan and aged beef

second coursechoose two entréesPRURFFDQ�VSLFHG�FKLFNHQ�VXSUqPH��SUHVHUYHG�OHPRQ�DQG�ÀJ�VDXFHcharred aged alberta rib eye, three onion chutney and natural pan jus(chef recommends medium)SDQ�VHDUHG�DUFWLF�FKDU�ÀOOHW��FKDUUHG�OHHN�DQG�EHUPXGD�RQLRQ�FUHDP



third coursechoose one desserttraditional crème brûlée, citrus scented biscottichocolate and peanut butter cheese cake, seasonal berry jamblack pepper and vanilla scented crème caramel



Menu Two

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intermezzolemon granite in a lemon cup

second coursechoose two entréesroasted chestnut and date stuffed cornish henpan seared ontario corn fed beef tenderloin, cognac and currant jus(chef recommends medium)bc black cod, foraged mushroom café au lait



third coursechoose one dessertduo of chocolate and vanilla brûlée, citrus scented biscottibrown butter and dark chocolate brownies, berry compote and sweet creamcoconut cream pie, pineapple-rum compote


Menu Three

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ÀUVW�FRXUVHchoose two appetizerspetit bouillabaisse, rouille fritterspiced tomato and garden vegetable consommécorn gumbo, spiced corn bread fritterroasted vegetable tian, baby rocket and roasted garlic aïoliURDVWHG�FDXOLÁRZHU�DQG�EOLVWHUHG�JUDSH�WRPDWR�VDODG�� baby spinach, citrus vinaigrettehouse-made focaccia and hothouse tomato panzanella salad

second coursechoose onespiced black tiger shrimp, pineapple and hot house pepper saladduo of beef - house made mustard spiced beef tartar and aged beef carpaccio, roasted garlic aïoli butternut squash ravioli, roasted garlic spinach and fresh herb consommé

intermezzolemon granite in a lemon cup

third coursechoose two entréesseared tuna, curried coconut and vermouth creamslow braised tomato and whiskey osso bucco, spiced potato crispsforaged mushroom stuffed free range capon, crisp prosciutto, hazelnut café au lait

choose one vegetable accompanimentbean and baby carrot bundlesroasted vine tomato with creamed corn and crispy leekspetit onion tartratatouille stuffed puff pastry


fourth coursechoose one dessert dessert trilogy ~ blueberry mousseline, dark chocolate brownie and mini crème brûlée, citrus biscotti trio of mini crème brûlée ~ dark chocolate, tahitian vanilla and black pepper FKRFRODWH�WULORJ\�a�FKRFRODWH�WUXIÁH�WDUW��gianduja milk shake, white chocolate mousse cannoli


four course plated dinner $77.00 per person plus taxes and gratuities

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Vegetarian Entrées SubstitutionsÀQDO�YHJHWDULDQ�FRXQWV�DUH�GXH�three business days prior to the event

please select one vegetarian entrée substitution

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tomato and eggplant crêpes, coconut curry cream and chutney

saffron risotto, hot house tomato and spinach

Enhancementsadd on either of the below to any entrée

4 oz canadian lobster tail

$10.00 per person

3 grilled tiger shrimp

$8.00 per person

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salad stationplease select two types of lettuceÀHOG�DQG�KRWKRXVH�JUHHQV��URPDLQH��VSLQDFK��arugula, boston or mesclun mixroasted and baby vegetables, croutons, herb pulses, house made vinaigrettes and creamy dressings$12.00 per person

tenderloin carving station slow roasted AAA canadian beef tenderloinbuttermilk whipped potatoes, mixed vegetables and red wine jus$18.00 per person chef attended

gourmet poutine and mini burgers or hot dogshand cut yukon fries with artisan cheese curds, crispy bacon, dark chicken gravy,vegetarian chili,chicken or beef mini burgers or hot dogs, artisan mustards, caramelized onions$15.00 per person

hand rolled sushihand rolled selection of sushi served with traditional garnishes$15.00 per personchef included at a minimum of 100 guests

italian station eggplant and chicken parmigianaroasted tomato penne and parmesan cream farfalleWUXIÁH�DQG�WK\PH�VFHQWHG�PXVKURRP�ULVRWWR$15.00 per person

asian stationpot sticker dumplingsindonesian chicken satay or ginger beef satayspad thai or thai green vegetarian currysteamed rice $16.00 per personchef included at a minimum of 100 guests

**if not already provided, chef attendants can be added for $200.00 per chef per station

greek station lamb, chicken and beef gyrospork souvlakiherb and lemon roasted potatoestraditional greek saladtzatziki and hummus, pita bread$17.00 per person

fajita stationVRIW�ÁRXU�WRUWLOOD��WHQGHU�VDXWpHG�FKLFNHQ�DQG�EHHI�sautéed onions with green, yellow and red peppers, chopped tomato, shredded lettuce, black olives,monterey jack cheese, jalapeño peppers,mexican refried beans, sour cream, salsa, guacamole and hot saucesPL[HG�ÀHOG�JUHHQV�ZLWK�EDOVDPLF�YLQDLJUHWWH$15.00 per person

middle eastern stationfalafels, warm pita, traditional condiments tabouleh salad, roasted butternut squash, israeli cous cous, baba ganoush and shawarma$16.00 per person

oyster stationchef’s selection of east and west coast oysterstraditional garnishes$36.00 per dozenchef included at a minimum of 20 dozen

dessert stationSOHDVH�VHOHFW�ÀYH�RSWLRQVmini chocolate fudge cakes, trablit syruppetit apple and date tartscannolimini seasonal cakesmini seasonal cheese cakesbutter tartslemon tartsassorted cookies and biscotticoffee and tea station$11.00 per person

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On Consumption Bar

full host barno limits or restrictions on the barincludes premium, aged liquors and scotchpre-selected winesnon-alcoholic beverageswines are charged by the bottle, on consumption

premium host bareverything under $11.00 per cocktail includes basic bar options and premium cocktails and basic martinisdomestic and imported beerspre-selected winesnon-alcoholic beverageswines are charged by the bottle, on consumption

basic host barany cocktail under $8.00 per drinkbasic rye, rum, vodka, gin, scotch,all domestic bottled and draught beerspre-selected winenon-premium juices and popwines are charged by the bottle, on consumption

all beverage charges are based on consumption

non – alcoholic beveragespop $2.50juice $2.75large bottled water $6.95coffee or tea $2.50espresso $2.50cappuccino $3.50latte $3.50

liquors and spiritsbasic bar rail $5.85premium bar $6.95 basic martinis $10.50 premium martinis $13.00

beerdomestic bottled $6.00 imported bottled $7.00domestic draught $7.00 imported draught $8.00

wineswine list is provided seasonallyas vintages and availability changes

pricing starts at $35.00 per bottle

Sample Pricing**pricing before taxes and gratuities

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basic bar$50.00 per person plus taxes and gratuities

spirits rye - gibsonrum - appletonvodka - skyygin – bombay sapphirescotch - grants

beerall draught and domestic bottled beersleeman and mill street products including:sapporo, blanche de chambly, sleeman cream ale, etc

winewhitechardonnay, vineland estates, niagara, ontarioredcabernet-merlot, vineland estates, niagara, ontario sparkling toastsauvignon blanc brut, two oceans, south africa

**package includes 1 oz mixed drinks.

shots, shooters, doubles, premiums, neat or on the rocks

cocktails (excluding scotch) are not available in the

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**bottled water not included

**shots are available for purchase by the bottle

**sparkling wine is available at 1 glass per person for a

welcome cocktail, toast with speech or

available at the bar

**draught beer not available in the Cannery Room or

Fermenting Cellar

premium bar$70.00 per person plus taxes and gratuities

spirits rye – gibson and crown royalrum – appleton and bacardivodka – skyy and grey goosegin – bombay sapphire and hendricksscotch – grants and johnnie walker redtequila – el jimador

beerall domestic and imported draught and bottled beersleeman and mill street products including:sapporo, blanche de chambly, sleeman cream ale

wine*please choose one red, one white and one sparkling winewhitepinot grigio, lamberti, veneto, italychardonnay, camelot, napa, californiaredcabernet sauvignon, norton, argentinarioja, montecillo, crianza, spainsparkling toastprosecco, italycava, spain

martini selectionskyy vodka martinisbombay gin martinissour apple martiniscosmopolitans

shooter selectionlucky starpolar bear swedish berry

**package includes single mixed drinks and 1 oz shots of the

spirits listed above.

other spirits are available for purchase by the bottle

**bottled water not included

**sparkling wine is available at 1 glass per person for a

welcome cocktail, toast with speech or available at the bar

**draught beer not available at the Cannery Room or

Fermenting Cellar

Flat Rate Bar Packagespackages are based on seven hours of service

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