Most of our RSVPs are in and I have checked for dietary requirements. We will have 2 vegetarians and my Diabetic Aunt who will just need a special meal made for her. We are expecting about 40 guests, this menu will be served family style. Can you please critique my menu choices. (See Post below)
My biggest issue with the menu is serving ravioli with the 1st course. Its the only "hot" item on that menu list. Is that weird? Im also not 100% on the bruschetta as I didn't love it on my tasting.
Re: Maggianos: Critique My Menu
Oh my goodness - where did the spacing go!! - Lets try this again
First Course
Antipasti
Bruschetta
Caesar Salad
Four-Cheese Ravioli
Main Course
Beef Medallions, Balsamic Cream Sauce
Grilled Chicken, Tomatoes & Basil
Eggplant Rollatini
Crispy Red Potatoes
Broccolini Lemon & Garlic
Dessert
Maggiano’s Signature Sweet Table
New York Style Cheesecake
Crème Brulee
Tiramisu
Apple Crostada
Chocolate Zucotto Bites
+ Small Platter of Fresh Fruit
Can't wait to say 'I do' on April 14, 2014 - Planning Bio
Can't wait to say 'I do' on April 14, 2014 - Planning Bio
Oh and our signature cocktail will be the wedding cake martini
1.5oz Vanilla Vodka
1/2oz Malibu Coconut Rum
1.5oz Pineapple Juice
1 splash grenadine syrup
Can't wait to say 'I do' on April 14, 2014 - Planning Bio
Can't wait to say 'I do' on April 14, 2014 - Planning Bio
Looks good, Mo! I'm tasting the spinach and artichoke al forno and calamari this Friday to see if I want them as my appetizers, but the ravioli is a close second/third. Did you try it? Was it good? And what was wrong with the bruschetta? I was thinking of having that as a pre-appetizer.
I think it's totally fine to have one warm thing with all the rest. It will be a delicious and delightful option for everyone else if they want a warm choice!
And your drink sounds delicious! I was thinking of asking them to make a Caesar type drink for us Canadians, but I don't know if it will be worth it if they don't have Clamato!
There was nothing wrong with the bruschetta, I just found it a bit bland and not very exciting. Im looking forward to topping it up with things from the antipasto platter haha.
I LOVED the ravioli! It was my favourite thing at the tasting. But I need to add that I'm a cheese addict so my view may be very heavily biased.
I basically took Maggiano's Venetian menu and customised it which they were very accommodating with. They don't even have an antipasto platter as an appetizer option for banquets (they can offer it as a station), but they were flexible and will be serving a small platter to each table family style. I just liked that cos antipasto is traditionally served at the beginning of Italian Feasts - which is what this wedding will be. I think I will be all full up by the end of the first course - especially with that ravioli!
Moral is - don't be afraid to ask! As far as vendor communication goes - Beth & Sabrina at Maggiano's have really delivered.
Can't wait to say 'I do' on April 14, 2014 - Planning Bio
I LOVE Beth & Sabrina, they are so helpful! And now I'm totally going to ask about different options when I see them this weekend! Thanks!
Good to know about the Ravioli too, I might just have to move that from second/third choice to second! haha.
Can't wait to say 'I do' on April 14, 2014 - Planning Bio
Can't wait to say 'I do' on April 14, 2014 - Planning Bio
Can't wait to say 'I do' on April 14, 2014 - Planning Bio
Can't wait to say 'I do' on April 14, 2014 - Planning Bio
Can't wait to say 'I do' on April 14, 2014 - Planning Bio