Bespoke Menus
We love to tailor food to suit the event. We are known for just that!
Sample Menus
Sample Wedding Buffet
Sample Buffet Menu
Our wedding buffet is designed to feel generous, flexible, and full of flavour. Guests can enjoy a choice of several mains and a selection of seasonal sides — so there’s always something for everyone.
Here’s just one example of how your day could look:
Mains (choose several)
9-Hour Slow-Cooked Beef in Lacada Dulse Stout with roasted root vegetables in a rich sauce (GF)
Crossgar Chicken in a white wine cream with dry-cured bacon & leeks
Whole Side of Irish Salmon with baby Atlantic prawns and spinach hollandaise
Sides (build a spread)
Dauphinoise potatoes
Garlic & herb baby potatoes
Seasonal vegetables
Summer months often feature our vibrant salad table — a winner every time, brimming with colour and flavour.
The Salad Table
Broccoli, carrot & apple
Creamy rainbow coleslaw
Baby leaf mix
Triple rice with fresh peas
Heritage tomatoes
Spicy couscous
Orzo pasta with basil
Prefer a more rustic or outdoor vibe? The same menu can be served as a barbecue feast — giving your guests that relaxed, social atmosphere while still enjoying restaurant-quality dishes.
Wedding Menu — À la Carte Style
On Arrival
Freshly Baked Artisan Scones
Choose from plain, mixed fruit, glazed cherry, or raspberry & white chocolate. Savoury options also available.
OR
Crusoes’ Famous Heart-Shaped Shortbread
Both are served with our six-continent blended coffee and Belfast-brewed teas.
Optional Canapé Reception
A hand-picked selection of canapés, beautifully presented on our oak boards, served with your arrival drinks.
Wedding Breakfast
Starter
Roasted butternut squash soup with a swirl of Ballyrashane cream, topped with crispy smoked streaky bacon.
Main Course (guests pre-select from your menu)
Pan-Seared Fillet of Crossgar Chicken Supreme — dressed on the bone, served with gratin potato fondant, seasonal greens, and a pink peppercorn cream
Award-Winning Feather Blade of Beef — slow-cooked to perfection, served with roasted root vegetables, creamy quenelle of mashed potato, and a rich red wine jus
Darne of Irish Salmon Fillet — finished with Atlantic baby prawns, spinach, and hollandaise sauce
Duo of Duck — Silverhill fillet with confit leg, braised spiced red cabbage, gratin potato, and a plum & damson jus
To the Table
Extra potatoes and seasonal root vegetables are served family-style to complement the mains.
Dessert Plate
A trio of indulgent desserts, plated for each guest:
Raspberry cheesecake
Rich chocolate fondant with citrus orange segments
Sicilian lemon torte with fresh raspberry and quenelle of cream
Tea & Coffee Service
Crusoes loose-leaf teas and French-pressed coffee, poured at the table with dessert.
Evening Buffet
Baked Whole Irish Bacon Loin — carved to order and served in warm brioche buns with a choice of condiments (vegetarian/vegan alternatives available)
and/or
Irish Mini Cheese Board — award-winning Irish cheeses served with Causeway stone crackers and homemade chutneys
Concept Menus
Corporate Events
Whether you’re launching a new product, hosting an executive dinner, or simply bringing your team together, Crusoes Catering can deliver food and service that makes the right impression. From intimate boardroom breakfasts to large-scale corporate celebrations, we tailor every menu to your event, your theme, and your guests.
Just like our weddings, nothing is off-the-shelf — everything is designed around your needs.
Popular Corporate Options:
Elegant Canapé Receptions for networking and launches
Buffet Breakfasts, Lunches, or Evening Meals to keep things flexible and efficient
Gourmet Sandwich Receptions for smart working lunches
Colourful Salad Bars — light, fresh, and abundant
Relaxed BBQs and outdoor catering
Full Gourmet Dining Experiences for VIPs and clients
With over 25 years’ experience in events, we understand the demands of timing, presentation, and professionalism. We promise one thing above all else: your guests will be well looked after — and they won’t go hungry.
