Appetizers and Starters
Antipasti Platters
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Italian Delectables
A collection of imported meats and cheeses from our world-famous Deli, including Italian salamis, asparagus wrapped with prosciutto-style ham, Parmigiano Reggiano, fresh mozzarella, aged provolone, marinated olives, roasted peppers, marinated artichoke hearts and cherry tomatoes. Served with sliced Zingerman’s Bakehouse baguette and Paesano bread.
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Emma’s Remarkable Party To Go
A selection of our favorites: Two types of savory Italian-style salami with brown mustard, imported olives, aged gouda cheese, soft double-cream cheese, Edward’s salted peanuts, our housemade Marash Feta dip, sliced Zingerman’s Bakehouse baguette and bagel chips. For a sweet finish we include an assortment of Bakehouse brownies.
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Spears of Indulgence
Asparagus roasted with sea salt and Tellicherry black pepper, wrapped in imported prosciutto style ham and served with slices of Zingerman’s Bakehouse baguette.
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Exquisitely Exotic
Portobello mushrooms, roasted eggplant, piquillo peppers, marinated olives, marinated artichoke hearts, roasted asparagus, oven-dried tomatoes, roasted onions, housemade hummus and roasted red pepper dip.
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Meat Cones
A new twist on the strolling appetizer, we fill paper cones with Italian meat and cheese and add a salty olive or cornichon pickle. We have a stunning red Berkel prosciutto slicer and can provide staff to slice prosciutto tableside for an additional fee.
Tapas
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Tapas
- Pintxo de Sardina Picante – spicy sardines, cherry tomato, pickled guindilla pepper on bite sized toast
- Pintxo Chomin – smoked salmon, hard boiled egg, shrimp and anchovy on bite sized toast
- Piquillo Pepper – stuffed with tuna and caper salad
- Marcona Almonds – with membrillo and slices of Manchego
- Spanish Tuna – avocado, hard boiled egg, caper and shoots on bite sized toast
Hot Classics
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Latke Triangles
Classic Jewish potato pancakes, a staple at the Deli since 1982. Served with applesauce and sour cream.
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Jalapeño Poppers
Half of a fresh jalapeño filled with Zingerman’s Creamery cream cheese and Vermont cheddar and roasted to bubbly perfection. Also available with bacon.
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Italian Meatballs
Made with beef and pork, served in our housemade tomato sauce, topped with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
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Barbequed Brioche Zingers
Choice of zesty BBQ chicken, cuban pork or hand-pulled BBQ beef brisket. Served with Zingerman’s Bakehouse mini brioche rolls. Available with Zingerman’s Creamery Pimento Cheese and tomato for a vegetarian option.
Cold Classics
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Detroit Street Fruit Basket
An abundance of seasonal fruit, including fresh berries, grapes, pineapple, and melon.
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Crudite Tray
Seasonal fresh vegetables with housemade roasted red pepper dip and housemade ranch dressing.
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Laura’s Luscious Dips
A trio of housemade Mediterranean dips: hummus, feta spread with marash pepper and olive tapenade. Served with bagel chips and slices of Zingerman’s Bakehouse Paesano bread.
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Pimento Cheese Party
Zingerman’s Creamery’s version of a Southern classic using award-winning cheddar. Served with slices of Zingerman’s Bakehouse pumpernickel bread and fresh celery sticks.
Hot Hors D'oeuvres
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Bacon and Blue Dates
Dates filled with a combination of Faribault blue cheese and Zingerman’s Creamery cream cheese wrapped in Nueske’s applewood smoked bacon.
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Crab Puffs
Fresh lump crab, Zingerman’s Creamery cream cheese, red bell pepper, scallion and spices in a bite-sized pastry puff.
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Savory Kisses
Puff pastry dough surrounding your choice of the following fillings: Feta and Caramelized Onion, Stuffed Mushroom and Spinach, Italian Basil, or Pepperoni Pizza.
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Indian Spice Meatballs
Lightly curried lamb and beef meatballs served with a cucumber & mint yogurt sauce.
Cold Hors D'oeuvres
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Mozzarella Pinwheels
Hand-pulled mozzarella layered with prosciutto-style ham or pesto and oven-dried tomatoes, sliced to create spirals. Served with slices of Zingerman’s Bakehouse baguette.
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Bruschetta
Slices of Zingerman’s Bakehouse baguette grilled with olive oil and garlic. Includes three toppings: basil pesto, tomato and basil, and sauteed mushroom with a hint of truffle oil.
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Blue Cheese Grapes
Juicy, red grapes are enveloped in a combination of Faribault Blue cheese and Zingerman’s Creamery cream cheese then rolled in sugared pecans.
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Deviled Eggs Four Ways
As beautiful as they are tasty! We offer: Pesto, Traditional, Spanish Paprika or Beet deviled eggs, served in halves.
Cheese Selections
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Cheesemonger’s Best
Hand-selected by our cheesemonger from the best cheeses of the season and your personal tastes, this is a one of a kind assortment unique to your event.
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Sean’s Sensational Cheese Basket
Four of our tried and true cheese counter favorites: Cabot Clothbound Cheddar, Faribault Blue Cheese, Green Hill double-cream cheese and Marieke’s Gouda.
Skewers
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Skewers
- Grilled Rosemary Shrimp with marinated artichoke hearts
- Bacon Wrapped Shrimp with Japanese tare sauce
- Tamari Marinated Flank Steak with portobello mushrooms
- Marinated Chicken with spicy peanut and ginger sauce
- Portobello mushrooms, zucchini and red onion grilled with olive oil & sea salt
- Caprese with hand-pulled fresh mozzarella
- Antipasto with hand-pulled fresh mozzarella, salami, marinated artichoke hearts and cherry tomato, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar
- Fresh pineapple, strawberry and melon with a mint leaf