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EVENTScatering menus

Thank you for choosing the Embassy Suites for your catered event. Our goal is to give you a stimulating dining experience complete with outstanding service, memorable sauces, comfort desserts and cutting edge plate presentations. We embrace the opportunity to feed groups large or small, from wedding receptions and charity fundraisers to awards banquets and conferences. Again, thank you for choosing us.

We look forward to exceeding your expectations!

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BREAKFAST

ENHANCEMENTS PLATED BUFFET

All prices are subject to a 24% service charge and all applicable taxes



BREAKFAST

the sunny side $18chilled orange juice

farm fresh scrambled eggs

choice of bacon or sausage

breakfast potato & broiled tomato

assorted pastry & muffin basket

freshly brewed Starbucks® coffee | regular & decaf

Tazo® teas

breakfast plates

the country farm $2250 person minimum

chilled orange juice

pre set fruit and berries

farm fresh scrambled eggs, chives & aged cheddar cheese

meats | smoked chicken, apple sausage, applewood smoked bacon, pork sausage or turkey sausage

breakfast potato & broiled tomato

assorted pastry, muffin & fresh biscuit basket


Tazo® teas

the crack of dawn $2350 person minimum



crusty french toast & warm berry compotemeats | smoked chicken, apple sausage, applewood smoked bacon, pork sausage or turkey sausage

breakfast potatoes

assorted pastry, muffin & fresh biscuit basket


Tazo® teas

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BREAKFASTbreakfast buffets

brunch buffet $3050 person minimum


assorted yogurts with granola topping

croissants, muffins & danish

biscuits & sausage gravy

sliced fresh fruit tray

warm fruit cobbler

assorted cereals & milk

fresh hot irish oatmeal | with raisins & brown sugar

farm fresh scrambled eggs or assorted quiches

double thick french toast

country sausage & bacon

breakfast potatoes or grits

garden salad | with chef’s choice of dressings

chicken & apple pecan salad

sliced deli tray with accompaniments

freshly brewed Starbucks® coffee regular & decaf

Tazo® teas

sunrise buffet $2230 person minimum



assorted pastries and muffins | with fruit jam, honey & butterfarm fresh scrambled eggs

crispy bacon & country sausage



Tazo® teas

ENHANCEMENTS PLATED BUFFET

All buffets are for one and a half hours of service.


executive breakfast buffet $2550 person minimum



assorted yogurts with granola topping

croissants, muffins, danish & biscuits

assorted cereals & milk


double thick french toast

country sausage & bacon


freshly brewed Starbucks® coffee regular & decafTazo® teas

fit & fun buffet $2230 person minimum



scrambled egg whites

turkey bacon or turkey sausage

english muffin, whole wheat toast & rice cakes

toppings | avocado fresco, olive oil, capers, red pepper flakes, peanut butter, sliced strawberries, honey, fat-free cream cheese, granola, whole bananasfreshly brewed Starbucks® coffee regular & decaf

Tazo® teas

BREAKFAST

breakfast buffet omelet station $8 per person | 50 person minimum

shrimp & grit station $14 per person | 50 personminimum

oatmeal with brown sugar, dried cranberries &raisins $4 per person | 25 person minimum

baked honey glazed ham $9 per person | 40 personminimum

per personsmoked salmon display $10 | with capers, boiledegg, red onion & parsley

waffles $5

pancakes $4

quiche $7

grilled ham steak $5

turkey sausage $5

biscuits & gravy $4

misc.ham or sausage biscuits $5 each

bacon, egg & cheese biscuits $5 each

mimosas $7 each

buffet enhancements

Attendant/Carver fee $50 per hour All buffets are for one and a half hours of service

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BREAKS

All package breaks are served for 1 hourAll prices are subject to a 24% service charge and all applicable taxes



BREAKS

morning goodiesfruit yogurts $4 each

sliced fresh fruit $6 per person

whole fruit $3 each

yogurt parfaits layered with granola & fresh berries $6 each

snack bars $3 each

cheaper by the dozenassorted muffins $37

danish $40

cinnamon rolls $37

croissants $36

doughnuts $38

bagels & assorted cream cheese $ 37

assorted scones $36

à la carte

à la carte beverages per gallon

freshly brewed Starbucks® coffee $48 | regular & decaf Tazo® hot teas $31

lemonade or fruit punch $30

iced tea $30

each

Starbucks® hot chocolate $3

Tropicana® fruit juices $4

assorted soft drinks $3

bottled water $4

flavored bottled teas $4

Pellegrino® water $5

sparkling Perrier® water $5

V-8® juice $4

assorted energy drinks $5

Gatorade® $4

Red Bull® energy drink $5

per bottle

sparkling grape juice $21


BREAKScontinental breaks

continental $16 assorted fruit juices

breakfast pastries & muffins

sliced fruit tray

freshly brewed Starbucks® coffeeregular & decaf

Tazo® teas

deluxe continental $18assorted fruit juices


bagels & cream cheese

fruit yogurts with granola

sliced fruit tray


Tazo® teas

carolina continental $2025 person minimum

assorted fruit juices


bagels & cream cheese

fruit yogurts with granola

sliced fruit tray

warm biscuits & croissants

oatmeal with brown sugar & raisins


Tazo® teas

all day beverage breaksbeverage break option 1 | $14

freshly brewed Starbucks®

coffee | regular & decaf

Tazo® teas

beverage break option 2 | $18



Tazo® teas

soda

water


beverage break option 3 | $21mix and match hot and coldchoice 1 | all day hot– freshly brewed Starbucks®

coffee | regular & decaf– flavored syrups | hazelnut, vanilla, sugar free vanilla, toffee, caramel– Tazo® teas– soda & water

choice 2 | all day iced– iced freshly brewed Starbucks®

coffee | regular & decaf– flavored syrups | hazelnut, vanilla, sugar free vanilla, toffee, caramel– iced Tazo® teas– soda & water

choice 3 | morning hot &afternoon iced– freshly brewed Starbucks®

coffee | regular & decaf– flavored syrups | hazelnut, vanilla, sugar free vanilla, toffee, caramel– Tazo® teas– soda & water

BREAKS

re-charge $1625 person minimum

assorted snack bars

yogurts, granola

trail mix

sliced fruit display


Tazo® teas

the afternoon kick $18energy bars

mixed nuts

dark chocolate bars

roasted chickpeas

energy drinks


Tazo® teas

inspired breaks


BREAKSinspired breaks

fitness break $1625 person minimum

sliced fresh fruit & berries

oatmeal cookies

individual yogurt & granola bars

vegetable crudités with low-fat ranch dip


Tazo® teas

the refresher $18sliced watermelon, pineapple & strawberries

angel food cake bar:– seasonal fruit– toasted almonds– whipped cream– yogurt– granola

minted Arnold Palmer

bottled water

chips & more $1525 person minimum

potato chips, pretzels, assortedvegetablesdijon dip, caramelized onion dip & ranch dipfreshly brewed Starbucks® coffeeregular & decaf

Tazo® teas

fruits & nuts $1625 person minimum

raisins & dried fruits

peanuts, cashews & mixed nuts


Tazo® teas


BREAKS

the executive pm break $16assorted jumbo cookies

brownies

whole fresh fruit

soft drinks


Tazo® teas

the stretch $1625 person minimum

assorted jumbo cookies or chocolate brownies

popcorn

whole fresh fruit

con queso dip

tortilla chips & salsa

lemonade


Tazo® teas

the mediterranean $18hummus & flatbreads

caprese salad

cheese & mixed nuts

cucumber-lemon water

soft drinks

inspired breaks

old fashioned ice cream bar $1625 person minimum

ice cream | vanilla & chocolate sauces | chocolate, butterscotch & strawberry

toppings | nuts, M&M’s®, cherries & whipped cream


Tazo® teas

the formosa natural break $1725 person minimum

build your own trail mix & yogurt parfaits choices | yogurt, berries, granola, nuts, raisins, coconut, dried fruit & M&M’s®

assortment of whole fruits


Tazo® teas


afternoon goodies per dozen jumbo style cookies $32cupcakes $48brownies $36soft pretzels with hot mustard $32

each

assorted candy bars $3 cracker jacks $3beef jerky $4 gourmet ice cream bars $6

per bag

popcorn $3individual bags $3 chips, popcorn or pretzelssnack bars $3

per pound

mixed nuts $21seasoned mixed nuts $23snack mix $18trail mix $21

per person

tortilla chips with salsa or queso dip $6

BREAKSà la carte

à la carte beveragesper gallon

freshly brewed Starbucks® coffee $48 regular & decaf Tazo® hot teas $31 Tazo®iced tea $30lemonade or fruit punch $30 each

Starbucks® hot chocolate $3 Tropicana® fruit juices $4 assorted soft drinks $3 bottled water $4 flavored bottled teas $4 Pellegrino® water $5 sparkling Perrier® water $5 V-8® juice $4 assorted energy drinks $5 Gatorade® $4 Red Bull® energy drink $5 per bottle

sparkling grape juice $21


LUNCH

SANDWICH PLATED BUFFET

*If two entrée choices are offered for selection, the higher price will apply. If a third entrée selection is offered, an additional $3 per person will apply to the highest priced menu item.

*The final number of each selection is due with the guaranteed head count 3 business days prior to the event.




LUNCH

sandwiches grilled portobello vegetarian wrap $22 | tomato, cucumber, alfalfa sprouts, mixed greens, boursincheese, honey mustard

all american $22 | roast beef & turkey, provolonecheese, lettuce, tomato, mayo, italian roll

embassy club $22 | smoked turkey, bacon, cheddar,lettuce, tomato, mayo, croissant

the kaiser $22 | ham, swiss, lettuce tomato, mustard aioli, kaiser roll

french connection $22 | roast beef, brie, lettuce,tomato, horseradish cream, croissant

lunch sandwiches

all sandwiches served with: sides | fruit salad or pasta salad,pickle, chips & chef’s dessert Tazo® tea & iced tea Starbucks® coffee service

PLATED BUFFET

Additional charge of $3 plus tax and service charge per person if multiple selections are made. Maximum of 2 choices.

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LUNCH

platesgrilled chicken $25 | sun-dried tomato pesto & spinach cream

parmesan-herb crusted chicken $26 | lemon tomato broth, artichokes, bacon, mushrooms

herb marinated chicken breast $25 | mushroom, tomato, marsala reduction

roasted salmon $26 | dijon lemon cream

shrimp & grits $26 | bacon, mushroom, lemon chive cream

lunch plates

CAB sirloin bistro filet $27 | roasted tomato demi

mustard-brown sugar rubbed pork loin $25 | bacon-mushroom ragu

vegetable ravioli $23 | roasted vegetable ravioli, pesto

grilled marinated portobello $24 | blue cheese, tomato, balsamic glaze

roasted vegetable risotto $23 | herbs, parmesan

PLATED BUFFET

If two entrée choices are offered for selection, the higher price will apply. If a third entrée selection is offered, an additional $3 per person will apply to the highest priced menu item.

all plated lunches include:house saladchef’s selection of vegetables &starchrolls & butterchef’s selection dessertTazo® hot & iced tea Starbucks® coffee service

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LUNCH

mini deli buffet $24groups from 10-50 people

mixed greens | with assorted toppings& chef’s choice of dressings

pasta salad or fruit salad

meats | sliced ham, roasted turkey & roast beef

assorted cheeses

toppings | lettuce, tomato, onions & pickles

assorted breads

cookies & brownies


Tazo® hot tea & iced tea

deli buffet $2650 person minimum

mixed garden greens | with chef’sdressings

sides | pasta salad, chef’s potato salad & fruit salad

meats | turkey, roast beef, ham & salami

cheese | american, swiss & cheddar

toppings | leaf lettuce, sliced tomatoes, sliced onions & pickle spears

assortment of breads & rolls

dessert display



deli lunch buffets


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southern deli buffet $27mixed garden greens | with chef’sdressings

cucumber-tomato salad

fruit salad

meats | tuna salad, chicken salad & pimento cheese

cheese | american, swiss & cheddar

toppings | leaf lettuce, sliced tomatoes, sliced onions & pickle spears

assortment of breads & rolls

dessert display



LUNCHlunch buffet

PLATED BUFFETSANDWICH


build your own lunch buffet50 person minimum

2 entrées | $303 entrées | $34selection of 3 saladsgarden salad | mixed greens, tomato, cucumbers,carrots, dressingsfruit saladcucumber-tomato saladpasta saladpotato saladmarinated mushroom- artichoke saladblack-eyed pea salad

choice of 2 or 3 entreeschicken mediterranean | country ham, artichokes,roasted red peppers, basil, lemon-tomato brothmarinated chicken thighs | mushroom-onion juscajun grilled chicken | creamed corngrilled chicken | tomato salad, balsamic glazebaked tilapia | romesco sauce, corn salsaroasted cod | tomato-garlic butter, toasted almondsroasted salmon | basil-citrus creampenne bolognesehouse marinated flank steak | mushroom, tomato, demipeppered pork loin | caramelized onion, honey-dijon creamroasted vegetable fusilli | sun-dried tomato pesto saucecheese cannelloni | pink sauce, parmesan

build your own lunch buffet includes:chef’s selection of starch &vegetablewarm rolls and butterassorted desserts





LUNCH

italian buffet50 person minimum2 entrées | $333 entrées | $37

salads caesar salad

tomato, cucumber, red onion & gorgonzola salad

italian pasta & white bean salad

entrées (choice of 2 or 3) tortellini alfredo

eggplant parmesan

penne bolognese

meat lasagna

chicken piccata

chicken marsala

chicken cacciatore

grilled salmon vesuvio

sausage & peppers

pepper steak

lunch buffets

sides (choice of 2)roasted vegetable caponata

broccoli aioli olio

stewed green beans

escarole & beans

cauliflower & tomatoes

roasted potatoes oreganata

whipped mashed potatoes with mascarpone cheese & herbs

orzo with butter & herb

rotini alla pesto

chef’s choice of risotto

served with garlic bread

assorted cakes & pies






LUNCHlunch buffets

all american buffet $3050 person minimummixed green salad | with assorted toppings & choice of 2 dressingssides | coleslaw, baked beans & baked potato salad

grilled chicken breast

grilled hamburgers

hot dogs

toppings | chili, diced onions, shredded cheese, leaf lettuce,sliced tomatoes, sliced onions & pickle spears

assorted rolls

appropriate condiments

strawberry shortcake

chocolate cake



fiesta buffet $3050 person minimumtortilla chicken soup

mixed green salad | with assorted toppings & choice of 2 dressingstortilla chips & salsaentrées (choice of 2)

grilled sliced seasoned chicken

breast | served with peppers & onionspork with salsa verde

ancho marinated flank steakserved with

soft flour tortillas

spanish rice

borracho beanstoppings | diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, shredded cheese & sliced jalapeñosdesserts | churros, chocolate cake & layered lemon cakefreshly brewed Starbucks® coffee | regular & decafTazo® hot tea & iced tea




DINNER

PLATED BUFFETSALADS & DESSERTS

*If two entrée choices are offered for selection, the higher price will apply. If a third entrée selection is offered, an additional $3 per person will apply to the highest priced menu item.

*The final number of each selection is due with the guaranteed head count 3 business days prior to the event.




DINNER

entrée selections pan-seared chicken breast $34 | mushroom, tomato, marsala reduction

grilled chicken $35 | sun-dried tomato-spinach pesto cream

pan-seared chicken breast $34 | roasted tomatoes, artichokes, tomato broth

marinated pork chop $34 | bacon-mushroom ragu

shrimp & grits $36 | white cheddar grits, bacon, mushroom, lemon-chive cream

roasted salmon $36 | crab-corn maque choux

lump crab cakes $37 | lemon-dill cream

crispy seared salmon $36 | lemon-mustard cream, fennel

peppered NY strip $40 | bourbon-mustard demi

filet mignon $42 | roasted tomato demi

plated dinner


If two entrée choices are offered for selection, the higher price will apply. If a third entrée selection is offered, an additional $3 per person will apply to the highest priced menu item.

all plated dinner include:choice of saladchef’s selection of vegetables &starchrolls & butterchoice of dessertTazo® hot & iced tea Starbucks® coffee service

vegetarian entréeselections vegetable ravioli $33 | roasted vegetable ravioli, pesto

grilled marinated portobello $33blue cheese, tomato, balsamic glaze

roasted vegetable risotto $33 | herbs, parmesan

duos petite filet & shrimp $42 | mustard bourbon cream, scampi butter

petite filet & salmon $42 | demi,mustard-lemon cream

petite filet & crab cake $44 | roasted tomato demi, lemon-dill cream

petite filet & grilled chicken $42demi-glaze, citrus pan sauce


DINNER

plated dinner salads (choose 1)house salad | arcadian mixed greens, julienned vegetables, grape tomatoes

embassy salad | baby greens, strawberries, candied pecans, blue cheese

caesar salad | romaine, focaccia croutons, parmesan, tomato, creamy dressing

spinach salad | mixed spinach greens, carrot, Craisins®, feta, almonds

salads & desserts

plated dinner desserts (choose 1)red velvet cake

carrot cake

chocolate cake

NY cheesecake

german chocolate cake

chocolate mousse cake

pecan torte

caramel apple torte

key lime pie

white chocolate mousse or dark chocolate mousse

PLATED BUFFETSALADS & DESSERTSBREAKS LUNCH RECEPTIONDINNER GENERAL INFOEVENT TECHBREAKFAST WINE & BEVERAGEEVENTS

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DINNERdinner buffet

served with red skin mashed potatoes

succotash

biscuits

desserts red velvet cake

key lime pie

other assorted desserts

drinks

freshly brewed Starbucks® coffee regular & decafTazo® hot tea & iced tea

the down east50 person minimum

2 entrées | $393 entrées | $43

salad

mixed green salad | with assorted toppings & choice of 2 dressings

sides

crispy coleslaw

country style potato salad

fruit salad

entrées (choose 2 or 3)

grilled chicken breast | with tasso & roasted corn cream sauce

chicken fried steak | with black pepper gravy

grilled mahi mahi | with tomato & pepper relish

blackened north carolina catfish | with a shrimp creole sauce

grilled pork chopswith a thyme & roasted garlic pan gravy

smoked chicken & sausage penne with roasted peppers, mushrooms & spinach in a cajun cream sauce

smoked brisket | with chipotle peach barbecue sauce

chef’s bacon wrapped meatloaf topped with tomato jam & moonshine pan gravy


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the pig pickin’ $3950 person minimum


salad

mixed greens | with assorted toppings & chef’s choice of dressings

sides

potato salad

coleslaw


baked bbq chicken

southern fried chicken

pulled pork

smoked marinated pork loin | with molasses & foothills stout pan gravysliced smoked brisket

bbq St. Louis ribs

served with

baked beans

hush puppies

roasted corn & pepper medley

cornbread

dessert apple & pecan pie

strawberry shortcake

drinks





DINNERdinner buffets


build your own dinner buffet50 person minimum


salad (choose 3)

garden salad | mixed greens, tomato, cucumbers, carrots, dressingsfruit salad

cucumber-tomato salad

pasta salad

potato salad

marinated mushroom-artichoke salad

black-eyed pea salad

broccoli salad

orzo salad


chicken mediterranean | country ham, artichokes, roasted red peppers, basil, lemon-tomato broth

grilled chicken thighs | mushroom-onion jus

cajun grilled chicken | country ham, corn, cream

sautéed chicken | marsala reduction, tomato, mushroom

penne bolognese

peppered pork loin | caramelized onion, honey-dijon cream

roasted cod | tomato-garlic butter, toasted almonds

blackened catfish | corn salad, citrus butter

DINNERdinner buffet


roasted salmon | basil-citrus cream

grilled whole salmon | maque choux

shrimp & grits | white cheddar grits, bacon, lemon-chive cream

grilled mahi-mahi | roasted red pepper chimichurri

peppered filet tips | house steak sauce, caramelized onions

house marinated flank steak mushroom, tomato, demi

roasted vegetable fusilli | sun-dried tomato pesto sauce

cheese cannelloni | pink sauce, parmesan

accompaniments (choose 2)

green beans

broccolini

mixed seasonal vegetables

succotash

baked white cheddar mac & cheese

roasted garlic whipped potatoes

whipped NC sweet potatoes

rosemary roasted red potatoes

basmati rice

wild rice blend

roasted cauliflower

build your own dinner buffet includes:warm rolls & butterassorted dessertTazo® hot & iced tea Starbucks® coffee service



DINNERdinner buffet

served with garlic bread herb scented focaccia

desserts assorted cakes & pies

drinksfreshly brewed Starbucks® coffee regular & decaf


tuscan buffet50 person minimum


salads (choose 3)

caesar salad bar

arugula, endive & radicchio salad with goat cheese, pecans, golden raisins,crispy pancetta & grape tomatoes

tomato, cucumber, red onion & gorgonzola salad

tortellini antipasto salad


tortellini carbonara

rigatoni bolognese

meat lasagna

chicken piccata

chicken marsala

chicken rustico | with italian sausage in a garlic rosemary lemon sauce

sides (choose 2)

roasted vegetable caponata

broccoli aioli olio

stewed green beans

escarole & beans

cauliflower & tomatoes

roasted potatoes oreganata

grilled salmon vesuvio

red snapper capriccio

seafood fra diavolo

farfalle portofino | with shrimp

steak pizzaiola

whipped mashed potatoes | withmascarpone cheese & herbs

orzo | with butter & herb

rotini alla pesto

chef’s choice of risotto




RECEPTION

PACKAGES HORS D´ OEUVRES




MEETING PLANNER PACKAGESpackages

the pamlico $8050 person minimum

deluxe continentalincludes | assorted fruit juices, breakfast pastries, muffins, bagels with cream cheese, fruit yogurts with granola & sliced fruit tray

mid-morning breakwhole fresh fruit, assorted snack bars

buffet

build your own lunch buffet

afternoon break (choose 1)the executive pm break

the stretch

old fashioned ice cream bar

all day beveragesfreshly brewed Starbucks® coffee regular & decaf


the cherokee $5350 person minimum

break (choose 1)the deluxe continental

the executive pm break

the stretch


buffet




Please ask your catering manager about plated lunch options available for all packages.

the eno $6550 person minimum

deluxe continentalincludes | assorted fruit juices, breakfast pastries, muffins, bagels with cream cheese, fruit yogurts with granola & sliced fruit tray

buffet


afternoon break (choose 1)the executive pm break

the stretch




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RECEPTIONhors dóeuvres - 50 piece minimum order, order in 50 piece increments

hot hors dóeuvresfried chicken bites, honey mustard $2.5

fried green tomatoes, buttermilk vinaigrette $3

vegetable gyoza, ponzu $2.75

country ham biscuit, brown sugar-butter $3

herb & cheese stuffed mushrooms $2.75

chicken satay, roasted red pepper dressing $3

mini lump crab cakes, mustard-basil aioli $3.5

blackened tuna won tons, sriracha mayo $3

spanakopita $3

fried mozzarella, marinara $3

country sausage-cheddar balls $3

bacon wrapped scallops, balsamic glaze, parmesan $3.5

sweet potato hush puppies, maple syrup, whipped butter $2.5

fried risotto, parmesan, marinara $3


cold hors dóeuvresmelon & prosciutto, basil, balsamic vinaigrette $2.75

beef tenderloin crostini, port red onion mayo $3

caprese crostini, bacon, basil mayo $3

chicken salad phyllo cups $2.5

apple-bacon shrimp salad phyllo cups $3

pimento cheese crostini, chives $2.75

poached cocktail shrimp, cocktail sauce $3.5

deviled eggs $2.5


RECEPTIONreception displays - priced per person

display selectionscheese board, local & imported cheeses, crackers, mustard, crackers $6

seasonal fruit display, seasonal and local fruits & berries, yogurt $6

farmer’s market crudité, raw & marinated vegetables, ranch $5


marinated grilled vegetable, hummus, pita $5

antipasto, charcuterie, marinated vegetables, cheeses, bread $8

spinach & artichoke dip, pita, toast $5

shrimp & andouille sausage dip, corn, roasted red peppers, pita, toast $5


RECEPTIONstations* - priced per person

station selectionssalad bar $9 | mixed greens, romaine, spinach, cheeses, olives, cucumbers, tomatoes, eggs, bacon, mushrooms, broccoli, almonds, focaccia croutons, selection of 2 dressings

potato bar $9 | whipped russet & NC sweet potatoes, cheddar, bacon, chives, sour cream, butter, brown sugar, marshmallows

pasta station $14 | cheese tortellini & fusilli, chicken or shrimp, house marinara, alfredo, roasted vegetables, bread sticks

taco bar $14 | chimichurri marinated steak or chicken, flour tortillas, peppers & onions, cheddar, sour cream, pico de gallo, guacamole, limes

shrimp & grits $16 | white cheddar grits, shrimp, lemon cream sauce, mushrooms, bacon, scallions, tomato, parmesan, hot sauce

dessert station $12 | assorted cakes and pies

mini sweet treats $14 | mini cakes, pies, tarts

*Stations are not chef attended

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Attendant/Carver fee $50 per hour


RECEPTIONcarving stations - priced per person

carving selectionsherb roasted prime rib $15 | au jus, horseradish cream, yeast rolls

smoked turkey breast $9 | mustard aioli, cranberry jam, yeast rolls

Smithfield® honey ham $9 | honey mustard, biscuits

peppered whole beef tenderloin $18 | horseradish cream, mustard aioli, yeast rolls

grilled whole salmon $14 | creamed corn, sweet mustard, house rolls

beef top round $12 | horseradish cream, au jus, yeast rolls


WINE & BEVERAGE

BAR WINE & BEVERAGE




WINE & BEVERAGEbar selections

host bar pricespremium well brands $6.47super premium brands $7.85domestic beer $5.54imported beer $6.00house wines $6.47

cash bar pricespremium well brands $7.00super premium brands $8.50domestic beer $6.00imported beer $6.50house wines $7.00

premium well brandsPinnacle vodka New Amsterdam gin Cruzan rumJim Beam bourbon J&B scotchSauza gold tequila

domestic beersBudweiser Bud Light Miller LiteMichelob Ultra

imported beersCorona ExtraHeinekenStella Artois

super premium well brandsAbsolut vodkaTanqueray gin or Bombay ginBacardí rum Jack Daniel’s Tennessee whiskeyDewar’s scotchCrown Royal Canadian whiskySauza Blue tequila

domestic beersBudweiser Bud light Miller LiteSamuel Adams (seasonal) Goose Island IPA

imported beersCorona ExtraHeinekenStella Artois

bartender charge.............................................$50 per hour/per bartendercashier charge (for cash bars only)...........$15 per hour/per cashier

unlimited premium bar package (per person)premium brands liquors...............................$14 for the first hour $10 for each additional hour

beer and wine only..........................................$12 for the first hour $9 for each additional hour

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WINE & BEVERAGEwine & beverage

bottle wine selection

cabernet sauvignonper bottleOKO (organic) $34Story Point $45Canyon Road $30

chardonnayper bottleWilliam Hill $39Story Point $41Canyon Road $30

Sauvignon Blancper bottleCanyon Road $33Edna Valley $40Whitehaven $49

pinot grigioper bottleEcco Domani $32

white zinfandelper bottleCanyon Road $30

pinot noirper bottleLe Grand Noir $33Canyon Road $30

merlotper bottleChateau Souverain $32Canyon Road $30

malbecper bottleAlma Mora $32

sparkling wineper bottleWycliff $25

proseccoper bottleLa Marca $32

à la carte beveragesper gallonfreshly brewed Starbucks® coffee $48 regular & decaf

Tazo® hot tea $31Tazo® iced tea $30 lemonade or fruit punch $30

eachStarbucks® hot chocolate $3 Tropicana® fruit juices $4 assorted soft drinks $3 bottled water $4 flavored bottled teas $4 Pellegrino® water $5 sparkling Perrier® water $5 V-8® juice $4 assorted energy drinks $5 Gatorade® $4 Red Bull® energy drink $5

per bottlesparkling grape juice $21

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EVENT TECHexhibit / tradeshow services

outside services We have an extensive inventory of equipment to meet the majority of needs, in the event we need additional equipment or services we have partnered with On Event Services for consultations on larger or more specific production needs. In the event you have chosen someone else to provide services,the hotel will charge electrical and technology patch fees, as required, for equipment brought in or provided by any outside sources. In addition, the hotel reserves the right to charge up to 50% of assessed value for services and equipment rentals brought in or provided by any outside sources. Production attendant is required to monitor any outside audio visual companies.

exhibit booth $75 8x8 or 10x10 with pipe & drape, skirted/draped table, 2 chairs, waste basketexhibit booth with power $125 10x10 or 8x8 with pipe & drape, skirted/draped table, 2 chairs, waste basket & 120v outlet

furniturearmchair/bar stool $15living room $100 3 arm chairs, coffee table

tablesexhibit table $25

scissor lift4 hours of use $300additional hours $100

internetask for dedicated bandwidth pricingper device connection per day $10static ip address code call for price

drayage – incoming/outgoingOutgoing shipments: client is responsible for packing box and calling for pickup.package < 250 lbs $10 eapallet or package > 250 lb+ $200 eapallet jack $100

drayage – storagepackage < 250 lbs $5 eapallet or package > 250 lb+ $200 ea

poweroutlet 120v service $50 nearby floor or walloutlet 208v service $175 single phase 30 amp nema l6-30electrical service - 60 amp $225 with distribution spider boxelectrical service - 100 amp $325 5 wire cam lockselectrical service - 200 amp $325 5 wire cam locks

power accessoriesextension cord $10power strip $10

All pricing is per room, per day, unless noted.


wireless microphone package $200standing or tabletop podiumwireless handheld or lavaliere microphonehouse sound system patch with mixer, as required

dvd & 42” monitor package $400dvd player32” flat panel lcd monitorcart/stand & remote

dvd & 47” monitor package $550dvd player42” flat panel lcd monitorcart/stand & remote

speaker phone package $225speaker phonedirect phone line

EVENT TECHpackages

lcd support package $150your lcd projectorprojection cart/standhouse or tripod screenbasic set-up assistance

2500 or 2600 lms lcd display package $5002500 or 2600 lms lcd projectorprojection cart/stand & remotehouse or tripod screenbasic set-up assistance

5000 lms lcd display package $6755000 lms lcd projectorprojection cart/stand & remotehouse or tripod screenbasic set-up assistance

microphone/podium package $125standing or tabletop podiumwired podium microphonehouse sound system patch with mixer, as required

av technicians5 hour minimum, charged in increments of 5 hours

7am-7pm Monday-Friday$125 per hour

7pm-11pm & on weekends $175 per hour

11pm-7am $225 per hour



EVENT TECHaudio & distribution / projection & screens

patchesoutside company patch $250house system patch $75laptop sound patch $75house background music $50

mixers4 channel mixer $508 channel mixer $7016 channel mixer $15024 channel mixer $225

microphones/podiumswith house system patchwired microphone $90wireless microphone $165 handheld or lavalierepodium (table or standing) $35

meeting needslaser pointer $25wireless mouse/presenter $85whiteboard $50display easel $15flip chart easel $50 with pad & 2 markersflip chart easel $65 ea with post -it pad & 2 markers

switchers/distributionmultimedia switcher/scaler $100multi- input switch/scaler $250vga distribution amp $100rgb distribution amp $150

speakersportable sound speaker $175pc-speakers $25

cables (vga/25' rgb/6' hdmi)25’ av cable $2550’ av cable $50100’ av cable $75

monitors/conference monitorask for additional size pricing42” monitor $35047” monitor $500

players/recordersdvd player $50

screens10’x10’ fast fold $175

drapeadjustable panel - 9’-16’ highper 10 ft section (black) $160

fast fold screens4:3 format9’ x 12’ $225



EVENT TECHservices & accessories

office needslaptop/computer $250b/w laser printer $100paper reams* $5 eamask/packing tape* $4 eafloor tape* $20 eastick pens (50)* $25

* Purchase items.

banners hangingone time chargesinterior banners $10 eaexterior or lobby banners $25 eaatrium/multi story banners $250 ea all banner specs must be confirmed with catering manager

copies/faxesb/w copies & received faxesup to 20 pages are complimentaryb/w copy/print >20pg+ 25¢ pgb/w copy dbl side >10pg+ 40¢ pgfax, domestic – sent $1 pgfax, international – sent $3 pgfax – received >20pg+ $3 per faxprinted place cards $2 ea



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GENERAL INFOfunction & event info

to our customers & guestsWe are eager to help you, both in the planning and servicing of the function. Should the menu selections presented here not fulfill your requirements, please let us know as we welcome the challenge to custom tailor menus to your specific needs. Thank you for choosing our hotel and the food and beverage team.

direct billing & depositsWe welcome new accounts, and require that credit be established with our accounting office thirty days prior to the arrival date if you require direct billing privileges. Credit can only be established for functions over $1000. Approved direct billings are payable within 30 days of receipt of statement. In the event direct billing arrangements are not made, full payment is due fourteen working days prior to the event or guaranteed with a major credit card. Advance deposits are non-refundable.

securitySecurity arrangements should be made for all merchandise or articles setup prior to the planned event, or left unattended for any time. The hotel may require security officers for certain events. Only hotel approved security firms may be used.

food serviceAll food items served on the hotel premises must be supplied and prepared by the hotel’s culinary team. All alcoholic beverages must be supplied by the hotel and served by hotel bartenders. Alcoholic beverage service will be denied to those guests who appear to be intoxicated or are under age.

engineering, electrical & audio visualSpecial engineering requirements must be specified to our Catering Department at least three weeks prior to the function. Charges will be based on labor and power usage. A wide selection of audio visual equipment and services are available in-house on a rental basis. Orders may be placed through the catering department. Outside audio visual equipment is not permitted without approval from the hotel in writing. The hotel may charge a percentage of assessed rental value on all equipment brought in from any outside source.

special event servicesOur staff will be pleased to assist you with any recommendations for floral arrangements, decoration services, photographers and entertainment to create your event.

guarantee agreementWe require a confirmation of guaranteed attendance at least 72 business hours in advance of all functions. Your bill is calculated by the guaranteed number, plus charges over and above. Meals will be prepared for your guaranteed number only. Our Banquet Kitchen will make every effort to duplicate your menu for the additional guests, in the event this cannot be done, a substitute entrée will be provided. In the event we do not receive a guarantee, the number of guests indicated on the catering contract is the guarantee. If multiple entrees are selected, a total number of each selection is due with the final catering guarantee.


lost & foundThe housekeeping department administers lost and found. The hotel cannot be responsible for damage or loss of any articles or merchandise left in the hotel prior to or following your event or meeting.

Your catering contract will contain the complete terms and conditions.



shipping & receivingAll incoming packages should be addressed to your event manager and marked with the company’s name and date of your meeting.Embassy Suites Raleigh/Durham Research TriagleAttn: Shipping & Receiving(Name of event manager)201 Harrison Oaks BoulevardCary, NC 27513Hold For: (Client Contact Name)or Group and EventFirst Date of Event# of Boxes (i.E. 1 of 2, 2 of 2, etc…)

special deliveryinstructionsBoxes left on the premises for longer than one week after departure without shipping instructions will be discarded. Client responsible for packing outgoing shipments and calling for a pickup.drayage – incoming and outgoingpackage <250 lb $10 eapackage/pallet >250 lb+ $200 eapallet jack $100 per itemdrayage – storagearrival/departure 72 hours prior/after eventpackage <250 lb $5 eapackage/pallet >250 lb+ $200 ea

internet accessAvailable in guest suites at a daily rate of $9.95 per 24 hour period. (Complimentary for Honors Members.) HSIA is available in the meeting rooms-arrangements must be made through the event department. Charges are based on # of connections and equipment needs.

signage, displays &decoratingTo preserve the integrity of the hotel and comply with local fire codes all signage, displays and decorations are subject to prior approval of the hotel. Scotch tape, nails, push-pins or any other damaging fasteners may not be used to hang any material on walls in the hotel. Banners may be hung with the approval and coordination of the event department. (Fees apply based on number of banners.) No hand-written signs or banners are allowed in the public areas of the hotel. Please ask your event manager to assist in generating computer signs or recommend a professional sign maker. The hotel reserves the right to charge an additional fee for excess clean up and/or damage at the conclusion of the function. Unless alternate arrangements have been made, all signage, displays and decorations should be removed at the end of each function.

method of paymentUnless billing arrangements have been established with the hotel, payment in full is required (10) business days prior to the event. Accepted methods of payment include all major credit cards, cash and certified check. Payments made with personal or business checks must be received at least (14) days prior to the event. A major credit card may berequired for any incidental event charges.

hospitality suitesMust be reserved through the event department. Advance order of food and beverage is recommended and selections are available on-site. Food preparation is not allowed in the suites. An attendant is required for alcoholic beverage service.

setup & overtimeThe hotel reserves the right to charge an additional fee for set-up changes made the day of the function and for events that exceed the scheduled event time. Charges are based on a $50 per personnel hour required to accommodate the change in setup or timing.



cooked-to-order breakfastMon – Fri | 6:00am-9:00amSat, Sun & Holidays | 7:00am-10:30amOur complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast offers you a variety of great tasting and healthy options. So whether you’re counting points, carbs or calories, you can count on us. It’s convenient to just grab something on the go or sit down for an omelet made just the way you like it. Breakfast vouchers are available for local guests at $16.00 each plus service charge and current sales tax.

manager’s receptionDaily | 5:30pm‐7:30pmOur nightly manager’s reception features a variety of cold beverages, bar snacks and warm conversation, signaling the beginning of a relaxing evening. Enjoy them in our atrium that offers you a tranquil place to unwind and socialize. *Subject to state and local laws. Must be of legal drinking age. Per North CarolinaAlcoholic Beverage Commission (NC-ABC)administrative code. We may only offer lodging guests up to two alcoholic beverages per guest per day.

parkingThe hotel is not responsible for loss or damage to the automobiles or their contents while parked on hotel property.

bistro in the parkDining out should be a distinctive and memorable experience. Indulge in the diverse menu and dynamic atmosphere of our signature restaurant. Carolina cuisine inspires our menu and endeavors to revolutionize the way you feel about hotel dining. With a wave of energy and culture all its own, it consistently rivals the best in town.Main Dining Room –ext 2028Mon – Fri | 11 am–2 pm & 5 pm–10pmSat – Sun | 11:30 am–2 pm Lounge –ext 2026Daily | 2 pm–12 am

convention & visitorsbureauAssists event planners by suggesting activities and providing visitor guides, maps, bargain books, etc. It is a one-stop shop to start your event planning. And these services are free.Visit www.visitraleigh.com or call (919) 884-5900

transportationAirport shuttle service is available 24/7 and runs at the top and bottom of the hour.


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