Special Event Menus
From elaborate cocktail receptions to formal plated service, we provide a culinary experience that is sure to impress. Explore our menus below
Package 1
(Minimum 15ppl)
Assorted Domestic Cheeses and Berries
Seasonal Crudités with Dip
Fresh Sliced Fruit with Yogurt Dip
Assorted Mini Sweets
Package 2
(Minimum 20ppl)
International and Domestic Cheese Board with Fresh Berries
Seasonal Crudités & House Made Garlic Dip
Seasonal Sliced Fruit with Chocolate Dip
Homemade Antipasto Platter
Assorted Mini Sweets
Choice of One Passed Cold Canapé
Choice of One Passed Hot Canapé
Package 3
(Minimum of 30ppl)
International and Domestic Cheese Board with Fresh Berries
Seasonal Crudités with House Made Garlic Dip
Assorted Antipasto Platter
Cold Sautéed Garlic Shrimp and Sauce
Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Assorted Mini Sweets
Choice of Two Hot Passed Canapés
Choice of Two Cold Passed Canapés
Package Enhancements
Chef Selection Charcuterie Board with House Made Jams
House Smoked Salmon with Pickled Red Onion and Capers with Local Pan Chancho Pumpernickel Bread
Middle Eastern Inspired Hummus and Breads, 3 House Made Hummus Served with Roasted Vegetables, Olives Alongside Steamed Naan and Pita Breads
Assorted Mini sandwiches
Assorted sweet and savory house made chips and dips
Hot Canapes
Mini Beef Wellingtons
Garlic Shrimp en Croute
Vegetable Samosas (Veg, Vegan)
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Beef and Bleu Flat Bread Bites
Wild Mushroom and Smoked Gouda (Veg)
Brie Crostini with Cranberry (Veg)
Garlic Mushroom Croustades (Veg)
Open Faced Brisket Sliders with Crispy Onion
Stuffed Mushrooms (Veg)
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Cold Canapes
Lobster Phyllo Bouchèes
Mini Lobster Rolls
Bruschetta and Avocado Croustades (Veg)
Smoked Salmon Pikelets
Baked Brie Pear and Pecan Bites (Veg)
Tomato & Chèvre Croustades (Veg)
Calabrese Skewers (Veg GF)
Crab and Garlic Naans
Garlic Shrimp Endive (GF)
Watermelon Feta (GF, Veg)
Fresh Fruit Skewers (Vegan, GF)
Summer Rolls (Rice Paper Vegetable Rolls) (vegan, GF)
(All prices are subject to applicable tax and 15% gratuity)
(GF: Gluten Free, Veg: Vegetarian, Vegan)
Starters
(Choice of 1)
DGC Crown Salad
Heritage Blend Lettuce Wrapped in Cucumber with Mixed Peppers and Red Onion Confetti, Heirloom Tomatoes and Smoked Gorgonzola Crumble
Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese
Frisse & Spring Mix Lettuce with Honey Glazed Oven Roasted Beets with Candied Pecans and Sweet Goat Cheese
Caesar Salad
Crisp Romaine Lettuce Tossed in House Made Caesar Dressing Topped with Crispy Pancetta and Grana Padano Cheese
Creamy Loaded Potato and Bacon Soup
Creamy Potato Loaded with Chives, Bacon, and Cheese
Minestrone Soup
Vegetable Based Broth with Tortellini, Assorted Vegetable and Fresh Herbs
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Served with Crispy Asiago Croustade and Truffle Crème Fresh
Main Entrée
(Choice of 1 Meat and 1 Veg/Vegan 20-49 people)
(Choice of 2 Meats and 1 Veg/Vegan 50-120 people)
Mediterranean Salmon
Seared Salmon Served Over Pesto Orzo, Peppers, Red Onion, Roasted Heirloom Tomatoes and Spinach with Olive Tapenade
Slow Roasted Sirloin
Alberta Black Angus Sirloin Slow Roasted Served with Rich Demi-Glace, Dauphinoise Potato and Seasonal Vegetables
Grilled Striploin Steak
Grilled New York Striploin Steak Served Medium Rare Topped with Madeira Demi-Glace Served with Smoked Cheddar and Chive Mashed Potato and Seasonal Vegetables
Slow Roasted Prime Rib
Slow Roasted Black Angus Prime Rib Topped with Au’ Jus Served with Garlic Mashed Potato and Seasonal Vegetables
(minimum order of 20)
Upgrade to Beef Tenderloin
Canadian Maple Pork Tenderloin
Marinated in Maple Syrup Breaded and Baked Served with Mashed Potato Seasonal Vegetables
Moroccan Style Lemon Chicken
Chicken Breast Seasoned with Moroccan Spices and Lemon Served with Herbed Smashed Potato and Roasted Vegetable
Wild Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Supreme
Grilled chicken Supreme Stuffed with Wild Mushrooms and Sourdough Bread Served with Herbed Smashed Potato and Seasonal Vegetables
Grilled Vegetable Tower:
Roasted Vegetables Stacked and Topped with Fresh Herbs and Balsamic Reduction Served with Roasted Peppers and Wild Rice
Mushroom Gnocchi
Fresh Local Oyster, Chestnut, Lion's Mane Mushrooms from The Fungi Connection in Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce, and Grana Padano Parmesan
Dessert
(Choice of 1)
Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake
New York Cheesecake
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Mini Dessert Due (Chef’s Choice)
(Coffee/Tea Service Included)
Children’s menu’s available upon request.
Upgrade to a 4-course meal per person.
Pricing includes the choice of one starter and dessert.
All prices are subject to applicable tax and 15% gratuity.
Minimum 20 people required.
Hand Carved Smoked Honey Glazed Ham
Double smoked Honey Glazed Ham
Scrambled Eggs and Chives
Free Run Large Eggs Scrambled and Finished with a Splash of Crème Fresh and Chives
Bacon and Sausage
Thick Cut Smoked Bacon and Skinless Country Style Sausage Links
Home Fries
House Made Baked Home Fries with Seasoning
French Toast
Challa Bread Soaked in Eggs with Fresh Vanilla, Nutmeg and Cinnamon
Roasted Vegetables
Assortment of Fresh Seasonal Vegetables
Breakfast Charcuterie Board
Hard Boiled Eggs, Candied bacon, House Made Sausage, Assortment of Mini Baked Goods with Jams and Fruit, Cheese and Hash-brown
Green Leaf Salad
Fresh Mixed Greens with Assortment of Toppings
Quinoa and Kale
Baked Quinoa and Garlic Braised Kale Tossed with Red Peppers and Dressed with House Made Maple Balsamic
Seasonal Crudités
Seasonal veggies served with a fresh yogurt dip
Fresh Fruit Tray
Fresh Berries, Orange slices, Melon, Grapes and Kiwi
Enhancements
Eggs Benedict:(Choice of 1) Peameal Bacon, House Smoked Salmon or Asparagus
Muffin Bar: A mix of House Made Muffins, Butters, Jams and Fruit
Ham and Swiss Crepe: House made Crepe Folded Over Honey Glazed Ham with Swiss Cheese and Honey Mustard Aioli
Children’s menu’s available upon request ages 4-12
Ages 0-3 are complimentary. All prices are subject to
All prices are subject to applicable tax and 15% gratuity.
Minimum 20 people required.
Hot Canapes
Mini Beef Wellingtons
Garlic Shrimp en Croute
Vegetable Samosas (Veg)
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Beef and Bleu Flat Bread Bites
Wild Mushroom and Smoked Gouda (Veg)
Brie Crostini with Cranberry (Veg)
Garlic Mushroom Croustades (Veg)
Open Faced Brisket Sliders with Crispy Onion
Stuffed Mushrooms (Veg)
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Cold Canapes
Lobster Phyllo Bouchèes
Mini Lobster Rolls
Bruschetta and Avocado Croustades (Veg)
Smoked Salmon Pikelets
Baked Brie Pear and Pecan Bites (Veg)
Tomato & Chèvre Croustades (Veg)
Calabrese Skewers (Veg GF)
Crab and Garlic Naans
Garlic Shrimp Endive (GF)
Watermelon Feta (GF)
Fresh Fruit Skewers (Vegan, GF)
Summer Rolls (Rice Paper Vegetable Rolls) (vegan, GF)
(All prices are subject to applicable tax and 15% gratuity)
Minimum 20 people required.
Wine (5oz Glass) $8.00
Domestic Beer $6.50
Premium Beer $7.25
Craft Beer $8.50
Alcoholic Cider $8.00
Standard Liquor (1oz) $6.50
Premium Liquor (1oz) $7.50
Specialty Liquor (1oz) $9.00
Non-Alcoholic $2.00
(Subject to change, tax included)
Allergy and Dietary Needs
When planning the menu for your upcoming event, don’t forget about allergy and dietary needs. We have many menu items that cater to individuals who are Vegan, Vegetarian, and Gluten Free, as well as Halal and Kosher. We also have a great selection of items that will satisfy those with specific food allergies. If you have any questions, we are here to help.
Read the Queen’s Severe Allergy Policy (2021, PDF, 137kB)
Waste Less
All non-perishable and unspoiled perishable food is donated. We redirect all unspoiled food from landfills to our neighbours in need. We appreciate your support of the local community and reducing our environmental impact. Visit our Sustainability page to learn more about our sustainability initiatives.
The Donald Gordon Hotel and Conference Centre is proudly designated a Fair Trade Workplace. This designation recognizes our support of fairer conditions and better prices for people in the Global South who grow and make our products. Buying Fair Trade gives farmers and workers more power to create a better life for themselves and their communities and enjoy sustainable livelihoods.