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BANQUE T S

This menu is representative of our

know-how and serves to guide you

in the creation of your event. Each

event we host is distinct and unique.

The Distinction team will help you

build your unique event to match

your expectations and vision.

C O N T E N T SO U R F U N D A M E N TA L S 3

B R E A K F A S T 4

B R E A K T I M E 5

À L A C A R T E 6

P L AT E D L U N C H 7

L U N C H B U F F E T 8

C A N A P É S A N D H O R S D ’ O E U V R E S 9

F O O D S TAT I O N S 1 0

P L AT E D D I N N E R 1 1

A L T E R N AT E M E A L S 1 2

B U F F E T D I N N E R 1 3

I N F O R M AT I O N A N D P R I C E P O L I C Y 1 4

F E E S C H E D U L E 1 5

O U R F U N D A M E N TA L S

By choosing us, you are also choosing

to help local communities. Our

dedicated employees are committed

to stop hunger in the Ottawa Region.

Our Food Program provides free and

nutritious meals to children at risk of

hunger during the summer months.

Sodexo Canada, Distinction’s head office,

leads the industry in sustainability, and

has been recognized as one of Canada’s

Greenest Employers for to a fourth

consecutive year. The company has also

have been recognized as one of Canada’s

Best Diversity Employers for two consecutive

years. Our Better Tomorrow Plan formalizes

our commitment to conduct business

using the highest ethical, social and

environmental practices, while constantly

striving to identify new sustainable solutions.

Thank you for choosing to help

us build a better future!

B R E A K F A S T

MINI CONTINENTALChilled Fruit Juices, Freshly Baked Croissants, Muffins and BreakfastPastries. Served with Butter and Preserves

$13.75 per guestMinimum 10 guests

GRANOLA BARChilled Fruit Juices, Assorted Yogurt, Variety of Granola, Chia Seed, Cranberries, Almonds, Pumpkins Seeds, Cinnamon


EARLY MORNINGChilled Fruit Juices, Assorted Breakfast Loaves and PreservesSliced Seasonal Fruit


DISTINCTION BREAKFASTChilled Fruit JuicesScrambled Eggs GFBacon and Turkey Sausages DFHome-Fried Potatoes GF DFFreshly Baked Croissants, Muffins and Danishesserved with Butter and PreservesSliced Seasonal Fruit

$20.25 Buffet per guestMinimum 20 guests

BREAKFAST RECEPTIONChoice of Miniature Canapés:

• Pancake and Maple syrup and Berry Skewer

• Salmon and Scrambled-Egg Cone

• Duck Confit Waffle with Hollandaise Sauce

• Muesli Asian Spoon

• Potato Bacon Lollipops with House-made Ketchup

$32.75 per dozenMinimum 5 dozen per per type of canapé

BREAKFAST SANDWICHESChilled Fruit Juices and choice of one type of Breakfast Sandwich

• Croissant with Ham and Swiss Cheese

• English Muffin with Egg, Bacon and Canadian Cheddar Cheese

• Ciabatta with Egg and Sausage Patty with Monterey Jack Cheese

• English Muffin, Egg with Wilted Spinach and Swiss Cheese

Choice of: Hash-Brown Patty, Assorted Low-Fat Yogurt or Citrus Fruit Cocktail Salad

$15.95 per guestMinimum 10 guestsAll listed sandwiches can be made with alternate gluten-free bread, add $2 per guest

VG: vegetarian | V: vegan | GF: gluten-free | DF: lactose-free

Prices do not include taxes and tips. An additional fee of $5 per person will be charged to groups with fewer than the required minimum number of guests.

All Breakfasts include coffee, tea and decaffeinated coffee, standard tablecloths, napkins, tableware, cutlery and glassware.

B R E A K T I M E

DIP BAR VG

Healthy, light and fun, our dip bar offers make-your-own snacks with a flavour kick

Traditional Hummus, Red-Pepper Hummus, Baba Ganoush, Roasted Red-Beet Hummus, Sour Cream and Chive Dip

Served with Pita Chips, Crostini, Baguette Slices and Vegetable Chips

$18 per guestMinimum 30 guests

POPCORNSpicy and salty

Spiced Popcorn, Cheddar Popcorn and Buttery Popcorn


MILK & COOKIESSelection of Mini Cookies with Milk and Chocolate Milk


ESPRESSO CUPSLight and indulgent

Dark-Chocolate Raspberry Cup

Berry, Maple-Oat and Greek Yogurt Cup

Caramel Latté Mousse Cup


CANDY BREAKFor the little kid in everyone

Candy Station featuring a variety of sweets

Market price per guestMinimum 30 guests

BEAVER BITE BARIconic and CanadianBeaver Bites, Fruit Preserves, Vanilla Yogurt and Chocolate Sauce




À L A C A R T E

BEVERAGESCoffee and Tea Station, Ice Water (at coffee station) $3.50 per guest*

Assorted Soft Drinks (cans) $3.50 per guest

Assorted Bottled Fruit Juices $3.50 per guest

Bottled Spring Water 330ml $3.50 per guest

Perrier $3.50 per guest

Pitcher of Ice Water $2 per guest

Minimum 30 guests

* Please note that ice water is provided at the coffee station only. For ice-water table service, there is an additional $2 cost per guest.

INFUSED WATER STATIONFreshly Infused Water Station

Choice of one flavour:

• Lemongrass and Cucumber

• Star Anise and Orange

• Mint and Watermelon


COFFEE STATION AND COLD BEVERAGESFreshly Brewed Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee

Selection of Teas and Herbal Teas

Assorted Bottled Juices

Assorted Soft Drinks

Ice Water (at coffee station)


ADD-ONSAssorted Muffins $26 per dozen

Croissants, Cinnamon Rolls and Danishes $28 per dozen

Assorted Freshly Baked Cookies $22 per dozen

Assorted Squares $24 per dozen

Assorted Yogurt $3 per guest

Assorted Granola Bars $3 per guest

Fresh Seasonal Fruit Platter $4 per guest

Fresh Vegetable Crudité Platter with Dip $4 per guest

Deli-Meat and Cheese-Cube Platter $14 per guest

Assorted Chips and Pretzels $4 per guest

Minimum 30 guests



P L AT E D L U N C H

SALADS• Medley of Mixed Garden Greens with

Carrot Strings, Cucumbers and Grape Tomatoes with Balsamic Vinaigrette V

• Mixed Greens with Curry Seven-Grain Salad V

• Classic Caesar with Shaved Parmesan, Brioche Crouton and Double-Smoked Bacon Bits

SOUPS• Chef’s Seasonal Soup of the Day

• Creamy Leek and Asparagus with Crème Fraiche VG GF

• Vegetable Coconut Thai Curry VG GF

Shrimp: add $2 per guest

MAINSShrimp Baked Alfredo with Whole Wheat Rotini, served with Garlic Focaccia$28.95 per guest

Roasted Chicken Breast “Provençal” with Sundried Tomato and Black Olive Tapenade, served over Green Beans GF DF$29.95 per guest

Steamed Atlantic Salmon with Seasonal Vegetables and Red & White Quinoa, topped with a Tarragon Citrus Sauce GF$33.50 per guest

Thinly Carved Roast Alberta Striploin with Sweet Three-Onion Marmalade, topped with Demi-Glace, Roasted Baby Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables$39.95 per guest

DESSERTS• Cheesecake with Berry Compote

and Freshly Whipped Cream

• Carrot Cake with Bourbon Cream and Berries

• Italian-Style Tiramisu Cake


Prices do not include taxes and tips. An additional fee of $5 per person will be charged to groups with fewer than the required minimum number of guests. Add $8 per person for full four-course meal. Add $8 per person for a pre-selected second choice of Main Course.

Choose one soup or salad, one main dish, and one dessert. All plate lunches include fresh rolls and butter, coffee, tea, decaffeinated coffee, standard tablecloths, napkins, tableware, cutlery, glassware and table numbers with stands. Minimum 20 guests.

L U N C H B U F F E T

WORKING LUNCH• Roasted Butternut-Squash Soup GF DF

• Maple-Roasted Carrots, Corn, Peppers, Onions and wild Rice Salad with Thyme-Apple Vinaigrette VG DF

• Spinach, Pickled Onion and Egg with Bacon Vinaigrette DF

• Whole Roast Ontario Chicken with Herbed Gravy GF

• Roast Quebec Pork Loin, Paprika Goulash Sauce GF

• Brussels Sprout Succotash GF DF

• Roasted Heirloom Potatoes GF DF

• White Chocolate Coffee Pot de Crème

$29.95 per guest

BUILD YOUR OWN SANDWICH• Build your own Gourmet Sandwich: Artisanal

Breads, Oven-Roasted Turkey, Black Forest Ham, Egg Salad, Tuna Salad, Swiss and Cheddar Cheese, Crisp Lettuce and Tomato, Cranberry Mayonnaise, Honey Dijon

• Classic Caesar Salad

• Vegetable Crudités with Herb Dip

• Sliced Seasonal Fruit

• Assorted Gourmet Cookies

$21.25 per guest

PASTA LUNCHEON• Fresh Garlic Bread

• Caesar Salad

• Medley of Olives

• Marinated Mushrooms

• Manicotti stuffed with Ricotta and Spinach VG

• Penne with Tomato and Italian Sausage

• Shrimp Pesto Linguine

• Tiramisu Cake and Fresh Seasonal Fruit

$24.95 per guestGF pasta: Add $2 per guest

BURGER BARBuild your own Gourmet Burger

• Grilled Burger Patties, Crispy Bacon, Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Mushrooms, Guacamole, Lettuce, Tomato, Aged Cheddar, Dill Pickles, Assorted Burger Sauces and Brioche Bun

• Medley of Mixed Greens with Assorted Dressings

• Creamy Coleslaw

• Assortment of Gourmet Brownies

$23 per guestVeggie Burger option available on demand

All lunch buffets include assorted juices, soft drinks, coffee, tea, decaffeinated coffee, standard tablecloths, napkins, tableware, cutlery, glassware and table numbers with stands. Minimum 20 guests.



C A N A P É S A N DH O R S D ’ O E U V R E S

DISTINCTLY WILDForest-Mushroom Mini Tart VG$38 per dozen

Green Pea and Walnut Mash Crostini VG$38 per dozen

House-made Trout Gravlax, Apple Slaw and Mini Greens served in a spoon GF DF$42 per dozen

Seared Cod on Green Pea Mash with Orange Sake Sauce served in a spoon GF $42 per dozen

Sustainable Hot Smoked Salmon Rillettes on Mini Bagel Crostini$44 per dozen

Duck Confit on Mini Pancake with Five-Spice Blueberry Compote$44 per dozen

Bison Meatball Mini Fork with Northern Berry Jelly DF$46 per dozen

Smoked Bacon, Prawn with Guinness Pipette DF$52 per dozen

All canapés and hors d’oeuvres include tablecloths for cocktail tables and serving tables. Minimum of 5 dozen per type of canapé or hors d’oeuvre.

DISTINCTLYCOMFORTINGBeetroot Hummus in a Beetroot Basket, topped with Goat Cheese VG$40 per dozen

Herb Risotto Lollipop with Pesto Sauce VG$40 per dozen

Canadian Coast-to-Coast Mixed Crab Cake, topped with Lemon Aioli$42 per dozen

Maple BBQ Mini Fork Alberta Beef Meatball DF$42 per dozen

Shrimp Ceviche with Avocado Emulsion served in a spoon GF$44 per dozen

Fried Chicken and Pancake with Maple Syrup Pipette$48 per dozen

Shrimp Tempura$48 per dozen

Bison Burger in Mini Pretzel Bun$58 per dozen

DISTINCTLY GOURMETWatermelon with Aged Balsamic and Mint Leaf Essence V GF$38 per dozen

Basil, Cherry Tomato and Bocconcini Skewer VG GF$38 per dozen

Fig and Goat-Cheese Pavé VG$40 per dozen

Goat-Cheese Lollipop with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds and Apple Syrup GF$42 per dozen

Lamb Confit with Dried Fruit on Parmesan Crostini$44 per dozen

Smoked Duck, topped with Orange Marmalade on Parmesan Crisp$46 per dozen

Canadian Beef Carpaccio with Onion Marmalade on Miniature Scone$48 per dozen



S TAT I O N S


Rental or chef charges may apply. Prices do not include taxes or service charges. Fee for chef-attended station is $150 for 4 hours.

All food stations include tablecloths for cocktail tables and serving tables.

WELL- TRAVELLEDMinimum 20 guests

CHARCUTERIESalted Meat Platter Garnished with Pickles and Mustards, served with Crostini and Freshly Sliced Breads$17 per guest

CHEESEImported and Domestic Cheese Platter served with Water Crackers, Dried Fruit and Crisp Baguette Slices$24 per guest

CALIFORNIA ROLLSAssorted California Rolls served with Soy Sauce, Pickled Ginger and Wasabi$44 per guest

CARVERYRequires chef-attended station and rental charges (minimum 75 guests)

Hand-Carved Apple and Sage Roasted Pork Loin (or Turkey) with Rustic Buns and Chef-Selected Garnishes $14.95 per guest

Hand-Carved Alberta Beef Striploin, Slow-Roasted with Szechuan Peppercorn and Local Honey Rub, served with Rustic Buns, Selection of Mustards, and Horseradish $18.95 per guest

COMFORT FOODVEGETABLESSeasonal Vegetable Crudités with a Variety of Dips$9.50 per guestMinimum 30 guests

FRIESPoutine Station$10 per guestMinimum 50 guests

BURGERSMini Hamburgers$44 per dozenMinimum 5 dozen

PASTAMay require chef-attended station and rental charges (minimum 75 guests)

• Fresh Garlic Bread

• Kale and Bruschetta Gemelli VG

• Penne with Tomato and Italian Sausage

• Shrimp Pesto Linguine

$14.95 per guest

MARTINI Requires chef-attended station and rental charges (minimum 75 guests)

COLDKale Caesar Salad with Pancetta ChipWatermelon Feta Mixed-Green Salad VG GF$13.95 per guestMinimum 30 guests

HOTMartini served in a glass on Rustic Mashed Potatoes Chicken and Mushroom RagoutBeer-Braised Beef$17.95 per guest

BAMBOO GARDENRequires chef-attended station and rental charges (minimum 75 guests)

Curried Seven-Grain Salad topped with Coriander Sour Cream VG $13.95 per guest

Pulled Pork with Kale Slaw $15.95 per guest

Popcorn Shrimp topped with Bloody Caesar Cocktail Sauce $16.95 per guest

P L AT E D D I N N E R


All prices are quoted for a three-course meal, and do not include taxes or tips. Add $8 per guest for a second pre-selected choice of main course.

Select one soup or salad, one main course, and one dessert. All plate dinners include fresh rolls and butter, coffee, tea, decaffeinated coffee, standard tablecloths, napkins, votive candles, tableware, cutlery, glassware and table numbers with stands. Minimum 25 guests.

COLD STARTERSArugula Salad with Roasted Apple Wedges and Maple-Toasted Oats, finished with Fig Dressing V

Arugula Salad with Local Roasted Beets and Crumbled Goat Cheese, finished with Cider Vinaigrette and Bouquet of Greens VG GF

Add Arctic Shrimp $2 per guest

Vine-Ripened Tomatoes with Goat-Cheese Crumble, garnished with Basil-Infused Oil and Micro Herbs VG GF

Cucumber Scroll filled with a Medley of Mixed Greens, topped with Tomato, Carrot Strings and Balsamic Vinaigrette V GF

Kale Caesar Salad with Parmesan Shavings, Spiced lemon Crostini and Sliced Free-Range Egg, topped with Crispy Capers

SOUPSMaple Butternut Squash Soup finished with Citrus Crème Fraiche VG GF

Add Medley of Mushrooms $2 per guest

Coriander-Infused Carrot Soup garnished with Parsley and Roasted Chickpeas VG GF DF

Parsnip and Pear Soup with Balsamic Syrup and Cranberry Oil V GF

Add Local Smoked Duck $2 per guest

Roasted Garlic and Roma Tomato Soup with Basil Crisp V

MAIN COURSEApple-Brined Chicken Supreme with Cranberry Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce, Potato Flan and Green Beans GF$50 per guest

Seared Atlantic Salmon with Skin on, over Grilled Vegetable Ratatouille with Couscous Pilaf and Tomato Coulis DF$52 per guest

Thyme-Scented Roast-Chicken Supreme, served over Quinoa Vegetable and Blueberry Pilaf, with Red Wine Gravy and Seasonal Vegetables GF DF$52 per guest

Pan-Seared Trout Fillets on an Oven-Roasted Chickpea Cake with Roast-Fennel-Infused Sauce, topped with Local Maple Syrup Pear Slaw GF$52 per guest

Seared 8 oz. Alberta Beef Flat-Iron Steak, topped with Ruby Port Gravy, Potatoes Dauphinoises and Seasonal Vegetables GF$55 per guest

Veal Cutlet with Whipped Chive Potatoes and Wild-Blueberry Sauce, served with Seasonal Vegetables GF$68 per guest

Seared Alberta Beef Tenderloin, topped with Ruby Port Gravy, Potatoes Dauphinoises, and Seasonal Vegetables GF$75 per guest

DESSERTSCoffee and Cream Cheese Mousse with Berry Compote

Gianduja Chocolate Shortbread Garnished with Dried Fruit, Roasted Hazelnuts and Whipped Cream

Deconstructed Pecan Pie, topped with Whipped Cream and served in clay pots

Apple and Maple-Roasted Red-Beet Crumble, served with Cinnamon Whipped Cream

Opera cake garnished with Chocolate and Maple Crème Anglaise

Cinnamon-Crusted Cheesecake with Raspberry Compote

Peach Crumble with Whipped Cream

A L T E R N AT E M E A L S

MAIN COURSE• Marinated Tofu, Vegetable

and Portobello Stacker on a Bed of Risotto

• Seasonal Vegetable Fricassee over Garlic-Stewed Lentils

• Oven-Roasted Chickpea Cake with Spiced Butternut Squash, Tofu Tagine with Coriander Oil

ADD-ONSCOLD STARTERSParmesan Flan served with Baby Arugula and Black-Olive Crisp VG$14 per guest

Lamb Rillettes served with Rosemary Crostini and Wild Blueberries$16 per guest

Mini Niçoise Salad served with Seared Ahi Tuna, Poached Green Beans, Egg, and Fingerling Potato Salad GF DF$16 per guest

DESSERTS• Fruit Salsa Salad in Mason Jar

WARM STARTERSEscargot and Mushroom Fricassee served with Puff Pastry Pavé$14 per guest

Deconstructed Bison Tourtière served with Sundried Tomato Ketchup$14 per guest

Plump Crab Cakes served with Vodka Rosé Sauce$14 per guest


Prices do not include taxes or tips.

VG / V / GF / DF Select one of the following for guests with dietary restrictions.

GRANDE FINALEIndividual Cheese Board VG$16 per guest

Individual Chocolates and Mini-Pastry Plate VG$14 per guest

B U F F E T D I N N E R

STARTERSMixed Greens with Assorted Vinaigrettes and Garnishes VG

Kale Vegetarian Cobb-Style Salad VG GF

Watermelon Feta Mixed-Green Salad VG GF

Gemelli Pasta, Black Olive and Bruschetta Salad VG

Heirloom Potato Mustard-Seed Salad VG

Garlic Broccoli Salad with Herb Vinaigrette VG GF

Mixed Greens with Curried Seven-Grain Salad V

Select four appetizers and three entrées. All buffet dinners include fresh rolls and butter, coffee, tea, decaffeinated coffee, standard tablecloths, napkins, votive candles, tableware, cutlery, glassware and table numbers and stands. Minimum 50 guests.

MAINSRoast Chicken in Red Thai Curry and Coconut Sauce

Five-Spice Pork Loin with Peach Sauce GF

Cod and Smoked Haddock chowder with Root Vegetables GF

Slow-Roasted Top Sirloin of AAA Beef au Jus GF DF

Four-Cheese Baked Cannelloni with Pesto Garnish

Veal Sautée with Button-Mushroom Cream Sauce GF

Penne tossed with Prosciutto and Green Peas, in a White Wine Rosé Sauce, served with Parmesan

Roast Quebec-Lamb Stew with Garlic and Rosemary GF DF

Ginger Atlantic Salmon with Sesame Napa Cabbage GF DF$62 per guest

INCLUDEDRoast Potatoes

Wild Rice Pilaf

Seasonal Vegetables

Assorted Desserts, including Cakes, Squares, Cookies and Cut Fruit


Prices do not include taxes or tips.

I N F O R M AT I O NAll food and drink must be prepared and served by staff of Distinction by Sodexo. To ensure quality and food safety, serving stations will remain out no longer than two hours. Leftover food or drink may not leave the premises.

If Distinction by Sodexo cannot provide your menu for cultural reasons, we have affiliated caterers able to offer alternate meal options.

Should outside caterers be used, Distinction by Sodexo can provide servers, furniture, tableware, cutlery, glassware, tablecloths and napkins (additional charges will apply).

We will provide special meals and accommodate dietary restrictions and food allergies to best of our ability (additional charges may apply).

A detailed final list of guests, including the names of guests with dietary restrictions or allergies, must be provided to Distinction by Sodexo two business days prior to your event.

P R I C E P O L I C YAll menu prices are guaranteed up to 90 days prior to the event.

All foods and beverages are subject to the following taxes and fees:

• 12.41% service charge

• 4.59% administration fee

• Events at Canadian Museum of History: 5% GST and 9.975% QST

• Events at Canadian War Museum: 13% HST

All menu prices are subject to change without notice.

F E E S C H E D U L EGENERAL INFORMATIONDistinction by Sodexo reserves the right to cancel any event for which the contract has not been signed and paid in full five business days prior to the event.

FRIENDLY REMINDERSThe following fees and information should be provided to Distinction by Sodexo as indicated below.

Upon the signature of catering contract• $1,000 deposit (non-refundable)

30 business days prior to date of event• 50% of total event estimate

5 business days prior to date of event• Confirmation of initial number of guests• Final choice of menu (foods and beverages)• Payment of remaining total projected costs

2 business days prior to date of event• Final confirmation of the number of guests• Full list of guests with dietary restrictions or allergies

[email protected] 819-776-7012

(01-13-2020)

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