Holiday Catering Menus
Celebrate the season with a curated selection of holiday dining experiences featuring seasonal ingredients, warm hospitality, and the festive spirit of Carmel Valley.
- QUAIL LODGE HOLIDAY CATERING COLLECTION
- COVEY GRILL HOLIDAY FAMILY STYLE DINNER
- COVEY GRILL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION DINNER
- EDGAR'S HOLIDAY FAMILY STYLE DINNER
- EDGAR'S HOLIDAY CELEBRATION DINNER
Holiday Plated Dinner I
$118 Per Person
First Course
roasted cauliflower soup lemon oil, fine herbs
Entrée
herb crusted filet herb savory bread pudding, broccolini, mushrooms, veal demi-glace
Vegetarian Alternative: local wild mushroom ravioli black truffles, arugula, parmesan broth
Dessert
salted caramel cheesecake roasted apples, whipped cream
Holiday Plated Dinner II
$112 Per Person
First Course
beet & strawberry salad humboldt fog goat cheese, frisée, balsamic reduction
Entrée
oven roasted sea bass basmati rice, baby carrots, baby kale, lemon beurre blanc
Vegetarian Alternative: roasted cauliflower steak basmati rice, mushrooms, curry cauliflower purée
Dessert
chocolate mocha pot de crème whipped cream, cocoa nibs
Holiday Reception I
$62 Per Person
Taste of Italy Display
prosciutto, salami, marinated vegetables, mozzarella, grilled breads
Passed Hors d'Oeuvres
truffle arancini
bacon wrapped dates
caramelized onion tartlets
Holiday Petite Desserts
assorted petit fours
Holiday Reception II
$78 Per Person
California Cheese & Charcuterie Displays
regional cheeses, charcuterie, artisanal breads, seasonal accompaniments
Passed Hors d'Oeuvres
hamachi crudo
mini lobster rolls
cabernet braised short rib spoons
Mini Dessert Display
chef's selection of holiday sweets
Holiday Family Style I
$105 Per Person
For the Table
broccoli salad with cranberries & sunflower seeds
roasted cauliflower soup
fingerling potatoes & seasonal vegetables
Entrées
roasted herb chicken breast
crispy skin salmon
Desserts
mini pot de crème
monterey county berry tarts
Holiday Family Style II
$145 Per Person
For the Table
salinas valley chopped salad
beet & strawberry salad
grilled broccolini & caulilini
Entrées
harris ranch prime NY strip
seared sea bass
local wild mushroom ravioli
Desserts
seasonal cheesecakes
petit fours
Holiday Beverage Package
Two Hours Per Package
Silver Package
$35.00
beer, house wine & non-alcoholic beverages
Gold Package
$51.00
beer, house wine & standard liquor
Platinum Package
$68.00
beer, house wine & premium liquor
Holiday Bubbles
welcome sparkling wine toast featuring house sparkling wine | +12.00
NO DISCOUNTS APPLY
Consuming raw or undercooked meat, seafood, or egg products can increase your risk of a food-borne illness.
We cook with nuts, fish, meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish & eggs. Please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy so that proper precautions are taken.
Select a dining experience and beverage package, then contact The Quail Catering Manager at (831)330.1553 to customize the details.
Pricing is per person and subject to applicable service charges and tax.
A Shared Holiday Feast
$125 Per Guest | Chicken, Halibut & Ravioli
$145 Per Guest | Petite Filet, Chicken, Halibut & Ravioli
Includes Shared Appetizers & Salads
TO BEGIN
The Meats & Cheeses
chef's selection of domestic & imported cheeses, artisan charcuterie, accompaniments & grilled bread
Beets, Squash & Burrata
cranberry mostarda, candied seeds, grilled sourdough
Shishito Peppers
pumpkin seed furikake, lemon aioli
SHARED SALADS
Covey Caesar
whole leaf romaine, parmigiano, sourdough crisp
Endive & Pear Salad
crisp prosciutto, chèvre mousse, sourdough crisp
FAMILY STYLE ENTRÉES
Petite Filet
seasonal brassicas, mirin mushrooms, natural jus
Roasted Alaskan Halibut
charred carrot variations, chowder sauce
Grilled Mary's Chicken Breast
roasted carrots, broccolini, potato purée, garlic-rosemary sauce
Spinach & Artichoke Ravioli
artichokes à la barigoule, parmigiano fondue
HOLIDAY SWEET TABLE
Chef's Selection of Seasonal Desserts
holiday cookies, seasonal tartlets, chocolate confections, petite sweets
freshly brewed coffee, decaffeinated coffee & assorted hot teas
HOLIDAY COCKTAIL RECEPTION
+$25 Per Person
Welcome Sparkling Wine
chandon brut or chandon rosé selections
Grilled Beef Skewers
hen of the wood's mushrooms, fennel & carrots, bordelaise sauce
Tuna & Satsuma Mandarin Display
sesame, ponzu, seasonal citrus accents
NO DISCOUNTS APPLY
Consuming raw or undercooked meat, seafood, or egg products can increase your risk of a food-borne illness.
We cook with nuts, fish, meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish & eggs. Please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy so that proper precautions are taken.
Select a dining experience and beverage package, then contact The Quail Catering Manager at (831)330.1553 to customize the details.
Pricing is per person and subject to applicable service charges and tax.
A Four Course Prix Fixe Experience
$115 Per Guest | Chicken, Halibut & Ravioli Selection
$135 Per Guest | Petite Filet, Chicken, Halibut & Ravioli Selection
One Selection Per Course
FIRST COURSE
Swank Farm White Corn Bisque
marinated grilled prawns, chipotle crème fraiche, chervil
Endive & Pear Salad
crisp prosciutto, chèvre mousse, sourdough crisp
Beets, Squash & Burrata
cranberry mostarda, candied seeds, grilled sourdough
SECOND COURSE
Grilled Beef Skewer
hen of the wood's mushrooms, fennel & carrots, bordelaise sauce
Tuna & Satsuma Mandarin
sesame, ponzu, seasonal citrus accents
ENTRÉE COURSE
Petite Filet
seasonal brassicas, mirin mushrooms, natural jus
Roasted Alaskan Halibut
charred carrot variations, chowder sauce
Grilled Mary's Chicken Breast
roasted carrots, broccolini, potato purée, garlic-rosemary sauce
Spinach & Artichoke Ravioli
artichokes à la barigoule, parmigiano fondue
DESSERT
Holiday Dessert Duo
chef's seasonal tart & house-made holiday confection
freshly brewed coffee, decaffeinated coffee & assorted hot teas
NO DISCOUNTS APPLY
Consuming raw or undercooked meat, seafood, or egg products can increase your risk of a food-borne illness.
We cook with nuts, fish, meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish & eggs. Please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy so that proper precautions are taken.
Select a dining experience and beverage package, then contact The Quail Catering Manager at (831)330.1553 to customize the details.
Pricing is per person and subject to applicable service charges and tax.
A Shared Holiday Dining Experience
$95 Per Guest | Salmon & Eggplant Parmesan
$110 Per Guest | Rib Eye, Salmon & Eggplant Parmesan
Menus Include Shared Starters, Salad, Dessert, Coffee & Tea Service
TO BEGIN
Prosciutto & Burrata
creamy burrata, prosciutto di parma, grilled confit garlic sourdough
Skillet Meatballs
pork & beef, arrabbiata, basil-pistachio pesto
Spicy Ahi Tuna Nachos
sweet soy, siracha mayo, serrano chili, cucumber, radish, toasted sesame
SHARED SALAD COURSE
Edgar's Chopped Caesar
romaine hearts, parmigiano reggiano, country croutons, traditional caesar dressing
Classic Holiday Wedge
iceberg lettuce, cherry tomatoes, applewood bacon, farm egg, buttermilk dressing
FAMILY STYLE ENTRÉES
Pan Roasted Salmon
herbed farro, seasonal vegetables, beurre blanc
Grilled Rib Eye
gold mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, sauce bordelaise, crispy leeks
Eggplant Parmesan
arrabbiata sauce, béchamel, melted mozzarella, parmigiano-reggiano
SWEET HOLIDAY FINISH
chocolate mud pie
vanilla bean whipped cream
ice cream trio
a classic sweet finish
seasonal holiday pie
chef's seasonal selection:
classic apple pie or classic pumpkin pie
BY THE FIRE
freshly brewed coffee
decaf coffee
assorted hot teas
holiday cookies
NO DISCOUNTS APPLY
Consuming raw or undercooked meat, seafood, or egg products can increase your risk of a food-borne illness.
We cook with nuts, fish, meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish & eggs. Please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy so that proper precautions are taken.
Select a dining experience and beverage package, then contact The Quail Catering Manager at (831)330.1553 to customize the details.
Pricing is per person and subject to applicable service charges and tax.
A Festive Four Course Experience
$95 Per Guest | Salmon & Eggplant Parmesan Selection
$110 Per Guest | Rib Eye, Salmon & Eggplant Parmesan Selection
One Selection Per Course
WELCOME TO THE HOLIDAYS
First Course
French Onion Soup Gratinée
slow-caramelized onions, gruyère cheese, toasted sourdough crouton
Prosciutto & Burrata
creamy burrata, prosciutto di parma, grilled confit garlic sourdough
HARVEST FROM THE WINTER GARDEN
Second Course
Edgar's Chopped Caesar
romaine hearts, parmigiano reggiano, country croutons, traditional caesar dressing
Classic Holiday Wedge
iceberg lettuce, cherry tomatoes, applewood bacon, farm egg, buttermilk dressing
THE HOLIDAY FEAST
Entrée Course
Pan Roasted Salmon
herbed farro, seasonal vegetables, beurre blanc
Grilled Rib Eye
gold mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, sauce bordelaise, crispy leeks
Eggplant Parmesan
arrabbiata sauce, béchamel, melted mozzarella, parmigiano-reggiano
SWEET HOLIDAY TRADITIONS
Dessert Course
Chocolate Mud Pie
vanilla bean whipped cream
Ice Cream Trio
a classic sweet finish
Seasonal Holiday Pie
chef's seasonal selection:
classic apple pie or classic pumpkin pie
BY THE FIRE
Freshly Brewed Coffee
Decaf Coffee
Assorted Hot Teas
HOLIDAY COCKTAIL HOUR
Optional Reception Enhancement
+$19 Per Guest
Prosciutto & Burrata
creamy burrata, prosciutto di parma, grilled confit garlic sourdough
Skillet Meatballs
pork & beef, arrabbiata, basil-pistachio pesto
Spicy Ahi Tuna Nachos
sweet soy, siracha mayo, serrano chili, cucumber, radish, toasted sesame
NO DISCOUNTS APPLY
Consuming raw or undercooked meat, seafood, or egg products can increase your risk of a food-borne illness.
We cook with nuts, fish, meat, poultry, seafood, shellfish & eggs. Please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy so that proper precautions are taken.
Select a dining experience and beverage package, then contact The Quail Catering Manager at (831)330.1553 to customize the details.
Pricing is per person and subject to applicable service charges and tax.