At Bella Vida Catering, which translates to "Beautiful Life", we have the vision that there is nothing more beautiful than going out of our way to make life more beautiful for others.
With a combination of cultures, experiences, and favorite flavors, we have been able to
create a menu that can speak to everyone and be customized to any special request.
Our full-service catering kitchen is located in the lower level of JX Venue which allows for the freshest cooked food, provided with our top quality service commitment to you.
We look forward to helping create beautiful memories on your special day!!!
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With a combination of cultures, experiences, and favorite flavors, we have been able to
create a menu that can speak to everyone and be customized to any special request.
Our full-service catering kitchen is located in the lower level of JX Venue which allows for the freshest cooked food, provided with our top quality service commitment to you.
We look forward to helping create beautiful memories on your special day!!!
Click Here for printer friendly menu.
HORS D'OEUVRES
BUTLER PASSED - COLD
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Caprese Skewers GF,V
Mozzarella, Fresh Basil, Grape Tomato, & Pesto Drizzle $2/piece Grand Caprese GF Prosciutto, Mozzarella, Fresh Basil, Tomato, & Balsamic Glaze Drizzle $2.50/piece Melon Ball Skewers. GF,V Cantaloupe, Honeydew, & Watermelon With Mint & Honey Drizzle $2/piece Vegetable Shooters. GF,V Crudite served with Ranch $2/piece Custom options are ALWAYS available! GF = Gluten Free ,V = Vegetarian |
Bruschetta V
Crostini with Tomato, Onion, Garlic, Basil, & Olive Oil, topped with Parmesan Cheese $1.50/piece Seared Ahi Tuna Topped with Sesame Sauce and Wasabi $4/piece California Rolls Avocado / Crab / Cucumber, topped with Sesame Sauce and Garlic Chili Mayo $4.50/piece Tenderloin Crostini With Herbed Cream Cheese. Topped with a dollop of Horseradish & Chives $3/piece Cilantro Lime Shrimp Bites GF In a Corn Chip filled with Lettuce, Pico, & Guacamole $2.50/piece |
BUTLER PASSED - HOT
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Millionaire's Candied Bacon GF
Baked with Brown Sugar, Cayenne, Maple Syrup, & Black Pepper $2.50/piece Mini-Crab Cakes Topped with GarlicLemon Aioli $3/piece Boneless or Bone-In Chicken Wings With Honey BBQ or Teriyaki Served with Ranch & Blue Cheese $2.50/piece Thai Chicken Satay Served with Peanut Sauce $2.50/piece Texas Steak Bites GF Steak Bites with a kick! $3/piece |
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Baby Portobellos stuffed with Italian Sausage & topped with a White Wine Glaze $2.50/piece Gourmet Sliders Mini-Angus Beef Patties topped with Gouda, Caramelized Onion, & Fig Jam $3/piece Savory Meatballs. GF (BBQ) Choice of Swedish or BBQ sauce $1.50/piece Assorted Phyllo Cups -The Cannoli- Sweetened Ricotta, Chopped V -Pistachios & Chocolate Chips -Raspberry Brie V $2/piece |
PLATTERS
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Charcuterie Board GF
Selection of Cold Meats, Cheeses, Artichoke Hearts, Olives, Nuts, & Marinated Mushrooms $150 serves 25 Cheese Tray V A variety of cheeses with an assortment of crackers $125 serves 25 Tortilla Chips & Salsa GF,V $50 serves 25 High Tea Sandwiches Choose an Assortment of Elegant Classics: Cucumber/Dill, Chicken Curry, Italian Picnic, Smoked Salmon, Ham & Brie Choose from White/Wheat/Rye Breads or Mini-Croissants $180 for 36 pieces Smoked Salmon Board Served with Cucumber, Diced Egg, Capers, Diced Red Onions, Lemon, Dill Dip & Rye. $175 serves 25 Custom options are ALWAYS available! |
Grilled Vegetable Tray GF,V
Zucchini, Asparagus, Mushrooms, Carrots, & Red Peppers in Oregano Vinaigrette $75 serves 25 Fresh Fruit Tray GF,V Assortment of Seasonal Fruits $65 serves 25 Pita Chips & Hummus V Freshly Prepared in Our Kitchen $55 serves 25 Shrimp Cocktail GF Classic or Marinated in Cilantro Lime Served with Cocktail Sauce $110 serves 25 Spinach Dip & French Bread V $55 serves 25 Hot Artichoke Spread V Served with Fresh Pita Chips or Crostinis $65 serves 25 |
DINNERS
All Dinners include Fresh Baked Bread, Herb Butter, Choice of Salad, Vegetable, and Starch.
Premium Options are provided as noted.
Premium Options are provided as noted.
SALADS
One Salad Choice is included with all meals. Premium Selections are available for an extra cost.
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House Salad V
Romaine Lettuce, Topped with Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Parmesan Cheese, & Croutons. Served with Italian, Ranch, & French Dressings. (Included) Caesar Salad V Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Cheese, Croutons, & Caesar Dressing (Included) Champagne Pear Salad GF,V Mixed Greens, Blue Cheese, Craisins, Sliced Pears, Candied Pecans tossed in a Champagne Vinaigrette Dressing $1/pp upcharge |
Asian Chopped Salad V
Chopped Romaine, Green & Purple Cabbage, Julienne Carrots, Diced Green Onion & Red Peppers, Snap Peas tossed in a Sesame Ginger Dressing & topped with Wonton Crisps $2/pp upcharge Autumn Brussel Sprout Salad GF,V Shredded Brussel Sprouts, Feta Cheese Craisins, & Pecans tossed in a Honey Dijon Dressing $2/pp upcharge Custom options are ALWAYS available! |
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VEGETABLES
One Vegetable Item is included with all meals.
Premium Selections are available for an extra cost. Garlic Butter Steamed Broccoli GF,V
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STARCHES
One Starch Item is included with all meals.
Premium Selections are available for an extra cost. Wild Rice Pilaf GF,V
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PASTAS
Gluten Free Pasta Available Upon Request.
Gluten Free Pasta Available Upon Request.
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Chicken Bruschetta Campanelle
Grilled Chicken, Diced Onion & Tomato, & Basil tossed in a Pesto Cream Sauce & topped with Parmesan Cheese. $28 Plated/$27 Family Style/$24 Buffet Wild Mushroom Ravioli V In a White Wine, Shallots, & Sage Sauce. Topped with Parmesan Cheese and served with a browned butter sage sauce $30 Plated/$28 Family Style/$25 Buffet Lemon Garlic Vegetable Pasta V Penne Noodles with Broccoli Florets, Zucchini, Peas, Tomatoes, & Carrots tossed in a Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce $26 Plated/$24 Family Style/$21 Buffet Add $1/pp Chicken or $2/pp Shrimp |
Shrimp Florentine
Sauteed Spinach & Shrimp tossed with Penne in a Garlic Cream Sauce $30 Plated/$29 Family Style/$26 Buffet Autumn Butternut Squash Ravioli V Butternut squash with a hint of nutmeg, topped with Asparagus, Sun Dried Tomatoes, and a Garlic Sage Sauce $30 Plated/$28 Family Style/$25 Buffet Classic Lasagna Italian Sausage, 5 Cheeses, Italian Seasonings Baked to perfection. $28 Plated/$27 Family Style/$24 Buffet |
ENTREES
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CHICKEN
Bella Chicken
Roasted Bone-In Chicken with Bearnaise $31 Plated/$30 Family Style/$27 Buffet Bourbon Pecan Chicken Breaded with crushed Pecans, Sautéed in Butter topped with our Honey, Dijon, & Bourbon Sauce $29 Plated/$28 Family Style/$25 Buffet Chicken Piccata Lightly Breaded & Topped with Lemon Caper Cream Sauce & Parmesan Cheese $27 Plated/$26 Family Style/$23 Buffet Minnesota Stuffed Chicken Baked Chicken Breast pocketed with Wild Rice, Green Onions, & Stuffing topped with a light Cream Sauce $31 Plated/$30 Family Style/$27 Buffet Roasted Chicken Breast GF (BBQ) With Honey BBQ or Champagne Sauce $26 Plated/$25 Family Style/$22 Buffet Chicken Saltimbocca GF Chicken Cutlet with Prosciutto & Sage & Truffle Oil Served in a Lemon & White Wine Sauce $29 Plated/$28 Family Style/$25 Buffet Chicken Marsala Lightly Breaded & Topped with Marsala Wine Cream Sauce & Cremini Mushrooms $29 Plated/$28 Family Style/$25 Buffet VEGAN
Eggplant Parmesan. GF,V
Marinated with Provencal Herbs, Baked in our Garlic Marinara, & Topped with Vegan Mozzarella $27 Plated/$26 Family Style/$23 Buffet Grilled Portabello Steaks GF,V Vegan Entrée rubbed in our Steak Seasoning Rub & topped with a Chianti Demi-Glaze $28 Plated/$27 Family Style/$24 Buffet PORK
Lumberjack's Pork Chop
Grilled and topped with a Cinnamon Apple Chutney $31 Plated/$30 Family Style/$27 Buffet |
BEEF
Beef Tenderloin Filets GF
Served with a Burgundy Sauce or a Mushroom Demi-Glaze $39 Plated/$38 Family Style/$35 Buffet Grilled Steak Kebabs GF Marinated & Grilled with Vegetables $31 Plated/$30 Family Style/$27 Buffet Grilled Sirloin GF Marinated & Grilled on site. Served with our Bourbon Mushrooms $35 Plated/$34 Family Style Steak Oscar Beef Filet topped with Crab Meat, Asparagus, & Bearnaise Sauce $43 Plated/$42 Family Style/$39 Buffet Rosemary Braised Beef Ribs Cooked in Seasoned Red Wine & Mirepoix Served off the bone $32 Plated/$31 Family Style/$28 Buffet Roasted Braised Beef So tender it falls apart. Served with Gravy or Au Jus (GF) $32 Plated/$31 Family Style/$27 Buffet COMBOS
Surf & Turf GF
Garlic Butter Prawns & Beef Filet $45 Plated Only Lake & Land Grilled or Pan-Fried Walleye & Beef Filet $43 Plated/$42 Family Style/$39 Buffet FISH
Walleye
Lightly breaded in our Seasoned Panko Mix. Served with our Garlic Aioli Tartar $37 Plated/$36 Family Style/$31 Buffet Salmon Filet Grilled or Baked. Served with a Lemon & Dill Sauce (GF) or a Sweet Teriyaki Glaze $37 Plated/$36 Family Style/$33 Buffet |
VIVA! BUFFETS
Pasta Buffet
Fresh Baked Bread & Herb Butter, House or Caesar Salad, Mostaccioli, Vegetable Alfredo
$20pp Buffet, Add $2/pp for Vegetable Medley or Green Beans, Add $2/pp for Chicken Alfredo
Taco Buffet
Soft & Hard Shell Tacos, Chipotle Shredded Chicken, Seasoned Ground Beef, Shredded Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, Diced Onions, Shredded Cheese, Jalapeños, Black Olives, Salsa, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Tri-Color Tortilla Chips, Spanish Rice, Refried or Black Beans
$20 pp Buffet, ADD $4pp for Fajitas, (Includes Sautéed Peppers & Onions)
BBQ Buffet
Shredded Pork & Bun, Grilled BBQ Chicken Breasts, Coleslaw, Green Beans or Baked Beans
$21 pp Buffet, Add $1/pp House or Caesar Salad, Add $3/pp for Beef Au Jus, Add $2/pp for Mac N Cheese Trotolle
Fresh Baked Bread & Herb Butter, House or Caesar Salad, Mostaccioli, Vegetable Alfredo
$20pp Buffet, Add $2/pp for Vegetable Medley or Green Beans, Add $2/pp for Chicken Alfredo
Taco Buffet
Soft & Hard Shell Tacos, Chipotle Shredded Chicken, Seasoned Ground Beef, Shredded Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, Diced Onions, Shredded Cheese, Jalapeños, Black Olives, Salsa, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Tri-Color Tortilla Chips, Spanish Rice, Refried or Black Beans
$20 pp Buffet, ADD $4pp for Fajitas, (Includes Sautéed Peppers & Onions)
BBQ Buffet
Shredded Pork & Bun, Grilled BBQ Chicken Breasts, Coleslaw, Green Beans or Baked Beans
$21 pp Buffet, Add $1/pp House or Caesar Salad, Add $3/pp for Beef Au Jus, Add $2/pp for Mac N Cheese Trotolle
DESSERTS
Our Pastry Chef hand makes our delicious array of delights. We offer plated, family style, & dessert
station options. With our dessert service, we include set up, tear down, plates, utensils, & napkins.
If you choose to use an outside source, there may be other charges involved.
Consult our Catering Specialists for specific inquiries & quotes.
station options. With our dessert service, we include set up, tear down, plates, utensils, & napkins.
If you choose to use an outside source, there may be other charges involved.
Consult our Catering Specialists for specific inquiries & quotes.
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WEDDING CAKE / CUPCAKE / MINI-CUPCAKES
Chocolate, Almond, Lemon, Carrot, Banana, White Marble, Strawberry, Spice, Red Velvet CAKE FILLINGS Strawberry, Chocolate Fudge, Mousse (Fruit or Chocolate), Caramel, Lemon, Bavarian Cream, German Chocolate, Raspberry, Buttercream, Cream Cheese ICINGS Swiss Meringue Buttercream, Whipped Cream, American Buttercream, Fondant, Cream Cheese, Chocolate Buttercream SWEET SQUARES 7-Layer, Banana, Raspberry, Blondies Lemon Brownies, Salted Caramel, Pumpkin ASSORTED PETIT-FOURS Red Velvet & Carrot Cake. |
PIES and MINI-PIES
Apple, Triple Berry, Coconut Cream, French Silk, Peach, Strawberry Rhubarb, Lemon Chiffon, Key Lime, Cherry, Caramel Apple, Peanut Butter Cup, Oreo, Blueberry, Banana Cream, Almond Joy MINI-CHEESECAKES Plain, Lemon, Strawberry, & Chocolate. TRUFFLES Chocolate Brownie & Chocolate Decadence MISCELLANEOUS Cheesecakes Cookies Mousse Cups Macaroons Chocolate Covered Tuxedo Strawberries Dessert Shooters |
LATE NIGHT SNACKS
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LATE NIGHT PIZZAS
Choose from a variety of toppings: Cheese, Sausage, Pepperoni, & Vegetable. Upcharge for premium pizzas. Gluten-Free Available. $16/pizza MINI-SANDWICH BUFFET Dollar Buns, Asst. Deli Meats, Asst Cheeses, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickles, Mayo, Mustard $4/pp |
SLIDER BAR
Dollar Buns, Angus Beef Sliders, Asst. Cheeses, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Pickles, Mayo, Mustard, & Ketchup. $5/pp Add $2/pp for French Fries or Sweet Potato Fries POPCORN BAR Cheddar, Chicago Mix, & Plain Popcorn. Also includes a variety of shakeable toppings $2/pp NACHO BAR Tortilla Chips, Nacho Cheese, Seasoned Ground Beef or Shredded Chipotle Chicken, Salsa, Sour Cream, & Jalapeños $5/pp |
Children under twelve years of age are 50% of adult meal and kids five and under are free!
All events will have a standard 20% Service Fee, and 10% / 15% Labor Charge for buffets / plated or family style meals, & MN Sales Tax added to the event pricing. 10% catering staff gratuity is suggested and much appreciated, not included in the proposal, and is left to the discretion of the client.
THE PROCESS and DETAILS
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