A Time To Celebrate The Season!

Tis’ the season to celebrate with the ones you hold dear! Our team is ready to provide you with an extraordinary celebration overflowing with cheer and cozy comforting vibes.  From thoughtfully curated design elements and comforting menu options that are sure to bring on a flurry of flavor, to our welcoming and friendly service team that will feel like family – we want to help your winter celebration be one you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

Entrust our team to take care of the party-planning to-do’s, so you can focus on enjoying quality time and making unforgettable memories with your loved ones, colleagues, and friends.

Cheers to rejoicing in the opportunity to gather once again during this most wonderful time of the year!  Contact our team of Event Specialists – your personal holiday cheermeisters – to get your winter party on the event calendar today by calling us at (717) 730-4661 or by filling out our form to get started.

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HOLIDAY PARTY PLANNING GUIDE

We know one of the main ingredients to a successful holiday celebration is having flavor-packed food for you and your guests – which, we’ve got you covered on with our globally-awarded delectable eats.  However, planning your perfect holiday party doesn’t start and end with the menu (although our chefs may argue otherwise).

To help simplify your holiday party-planning to-do list, our team of talented event magic makers has created a simple event planning guide to help make the journey of planning your joyful holiday party as stress-free as possible.

Download our winter catering menu here and use our party-planning guide on page 19 to ensure you have the best holiday season yet!

Holiday Party Planning with The JDK Group
Holiday Party Planning Ideas by The JDK Group

HOT SPINACH & ARTICHOKE DIP
Assorted Crackers & Crostinis

GINGER SCALLION SHRIMP (GF)(NF)(DF)
Sesame Chili Shrimp topped with a Scallion Ginger Gremolata

CARIBBEAN CRANBERRY MEATBALLS

GUMBO STUFFED MUSHROOMS (GF)(NF)
Andouille Sausage, Pepper Jack Cheese, Cajun Seasoning

Shrimp by The JDK Group

CHEESE & CRUDITE STATION:
CHEESE STATION
Sharp Cheddar, Havarti Dill, Muenster

ACCOMPANIMENTS
Assorted Crudite, Fresh Fruit Garnish, Flatbread Crackers, Pita Crisps

COOKIES:
Housemade Chocolate Chunk Cookie, Snickerdoodle Cookie, and Coconut Craisin Cookies

Cute Cheese and Charcuterie Display by The JDK Group

Winter Harvest

MAPLE MISO CHICKEN SKEWER (GF)(NF)(DF)
Scallions, Sesame Seeds

GRILLED FLANK STEAK (GF)
Chestnut Madeira Demi Glaze, Accompanied with Country White Dinner Rolls

LOCAL SEASONAL VEGETABLE DISPLAY
With Chive Pesto

FRENCH ONION MAC AND CHEESE (VG)(NF)

MEDITERRANEANGRAZING STATION

WINTER ARTISAN CHEESE DISPLAY:
Sharp Cheddar, Provolone, Mozzarella Ciliegine, Bourbon Tomato Jam (GF)(VG)(NF)(DF), Dried Black Mission Figs, Peppadew Peppers, Dried Apricots, Pub Mustard, Flatbread Crackers

CHARCUTERIE
Sweet Dry Coppa, Dried Bresaola

ACCOUTREMENTS
Naan Chips, Crostinis

DESSERT:
Gingerbread Tiramisu Indulgence Cup (VG)(NF)

CABIN CUISINE

DIPS & SPREADS 
Roasted Garlic Hummus, Spiced Sweet Potato Hummus, Herbed Ricotta Dip

ACCOMPANIMENTS
Assorted Crudite, Assorted Crackers, Pita Crisps

TURKEY MEATBALLS (NF)
with Pumpkin Sage Sauce

POTATO LATKE
With Caramelized Onions and Sage Sour Cream

PEAR AND PROSCUITTO FLATBREAD (NF)
Whipped Goat Cheese, Pears, Prosciutto, Mozzarella, Garlic Oil, Hot Honey, Thyme

MEDITERRANEAN GRAZING STATION:

CHEESE SELECTIONS
Halloumi, Mozzarella Ciliegine, Sharp Cheddar

CHARCUTERIE
Genoa Salami, Prosciutto

ACCOMPANIMENTS
Assorted Crudite, Peppadew Peppers, Pepperoncini’s, Mediterranean Olives, Fresh Bruschetta, Roasted Garlic Hummus, Dried Apricots, Dried Black Mission Figs, Flatbread Crackers, Ciabatta Crostinis, Pita Crisps

BUTLERED HORS D’OEUVRES

*OPEN-FACED CHICKEN EMPANADA
with Cotija Cheese, Pumpkin Mole and Coriander Leaves

*SHIITAKE MUSHROOM DUMPLING (NF)(DF)

*ROASTED CORN BISQUE SHOOTER (GF)(VG)(NF)
Chive Crema

*BEET MACARON (GF)(VG)
Whipped Goat Cheese, Apple Pear Chutney

*GUMBO STUFFED MUSHROOMS (GF)(NF)
Andouille Sausage, Pepper Jack Cheese, Cajun Seasoning

*CRANBERRY WALNUT STUFFED MUSHROOM (GF)(VG)(DF)
Cream Cheese, Walnuts, Scallion, Cranberry Citrus Gel

*CRISPY PORK BELLY AND APPLE TACO (GF)(NF)
Crispy Pork Belly, Apple Fennel Slaw, Dijon Crema, Corn Tortilla

*SPICE ROASTED CARROT TACO (GF)(VG)(NF) 
Spiced Carrots, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Toasted Pepita Chimichurri

*MINIATURE BEEF WELLINGTON BITE
Miniature Braised Beef Short Rib, Mexi Street Corn, Lime Zest, Smoked Paprika Cream

*COCONUT SHRIMP (NF)(DF)
Maple Chipotle Aioli

Slider Options by The JDK Group

*Can Be Stationed

STATIONED HORS D’OEUVRES

MAPLE MISO CHICKEN SKEWER (GF)(NF)(DF)
Scallions, Sesame Seeds

CORN AND BOURSIN CROSTINI (NF)
Corn Puree, Whipped Boursin Cheese, Crispy Pancetta, Maple Chili Syrup, Chives

WILD MUSHROOM CROSTINI (VG)(NF)
Mascarpone Cheese, Truffle Honey, Lemon Zest

POTATO LATKE
With Caramelized Onions and Sage Sour Cream

Chicken by The JDK Group

GLAZED DAIKON SCALLOP (GF)(VG)(NF)
Fennel Sauce, Micro Basil

OPEN FACED CHICKEN EMPANADA
With Pumpkin Mole, Cotija Cheese & Coriander Leaves

CARIBBEAN CRANBERRY MEATBALLS

TURKEY MEATBALLS (NF)
Pumpkin Sage Sauce

WINTER REUBEN SLIDER (NF)
Corned Beef, Gruyere, Caraway Cabbage Slaw, Cranberry Russian Dressing,Pretzel Slider Bun

SAGE HOT HONEY CHICKEN (NF)
Crispy Chicken, Sage Hot Honey, Brown Butter Aioli, Brioche Bun

CUBAN HOLIDAY SLIDER (NF)
Pulled Pork, Smoked Bacon, Swiss Cheese, Kosher Pickles, Pomegranate Poblano Sauce, Brioche Bun

WINTER ARTISAN CHEESE DISPLAY

SHARP CHEDDAR

PROVOLONE

MOZZARELLA CILIEGINE

BOURBON TOMATO JAM (GF)(VG)(NF)(DF)

DRIED BLACK MISSION FIGS

PEPPADEW PEPPERS

PUB MUSTARD

FLATBREAD CRACKERS

CHARCUTERIE
Sweet Dry Coppa, Dried Bresaola

ACCOUTREMENTS
Naan Chips, Crostinis

WINTER FLATBREAD STATION

CHOOSE (3) FLATBREADS FROM THE FOLLOWING:

  • PEAR AND PROSCUITTO FLATBREAD (NF)
    Whipped Goat Cheese, Pears, Prosciutto, Mozzarella, Garlic Oil, Hot Honey, Thyme
  • BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND PANCETTA (NF)
    Butternut Squash Puree, Crispy Pancetta, Fontina, Mozzarella, Sage, Balsamic Reduction

  • BRAISED SHORT RIB AND MUSHROOM (NF)
    Braised Beef Short Rib, Caramelized Onions, Cremini Mushrooms, Boursin Cheese, Smoked Provolone, Horseradish Cream
  • ROASTED TOMATO MARGARITA (VG)(NF)
    Whipped Ricotta, Roasted tomatoes, Shaved Parmesan, Mozzarella, Balsamic Reduction, Basil Oil

WinterFlatbread Station

HolidayFlatbread Station

MEDITERRANEAN GRAZING STATION

Mediterranean Grazing Station by The JDK Group

CHEESE SELECTIONS
Halloumi, Mozzarella Ciliegine, Sharp Cheddar

CHARCUTERIE
Genoa Salami, Prosciutto

ACCOMPANIMENTS
Assorted Crudite, Pepperoncini’s, Fresh Bruschetta, Roasted Garlic Hummus, Tzatziki, Grapes, Flatbread Crackers, Ciabatta Crostinis, Pita Crisps

Mediterranean Grazing Station

PAN SEARED DUMPLINGS STATION

Cheeseburger Dumplings by The JDK Group

DUMPLINGS (NF)(DF)
Beef and Vegetable, Chicken Teriyaki, Shiitake

SAUCES
Zesty Orange (VG)(NF)(DF), Garlic Chili Crisp (GF)(VG)(NF)(DF), Lemon Togarashi (GF)(VG)(NF)(DF)

TOPPINGS
Crispy Noodles (VG)(NF)(DF) and Scallions 

Dumplings by The JDK Group

DESSERTS

GLAZED DONUT BREAD PUDDING
Bourbon Butter Sauce, Espresso, Whipped Cream

PUMPKIN MAPLE CREME BRULEE

STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING (VG)(NF)
with Vanilla Ice Cream & Whiskey Toffee Sauce

GINGERBREAD TIRAMISU INDULGENCE CUP (GF)(VG)

WINTER CHERRY & PEACH COBBLER

HOUSEMADE COOKIES:

  • Chocolate Chunk Cookies
  • Snickerdoodle Cookies
  • Coconut Craisin Cookies
  • Candy Bar Cookies
  • Brown Butter Pumpkin Cookies (VG)((NF)
  • Gingerbread Oatmeal Cream Pies (VG)(NF)
  • Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

DESSERT BARS:

  • Shortbread Toffee Cookie Bar
  • Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bar (VG)
  • Peppermint Cream Bar 
  • Maple Chai Blondie (VG)(NF)

DESSERT CONES:

  • Dark Chocolate Merlot
  • Sweet Potato Pie
  • Coco Loco


DINNER BUFFETS

WINTER BUFFET TRADITIONAL:

HERB DINNER ROLLS
Whipped Butter

SALAD:

  • WINTER SQUASH AND BURRATA SALAD (GF)(VG)(NF)
    Butternut Squash, Burrata, Dried Cranberries, Pickled Shallots, Candied Pepitas, Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette

VEGETABLE:

  • ROASTED BRUSSEL SPROUTS WITH POMEGRANATE SEEDS AND MAPLE TAHINI SAUCE (GF)(VG)(NF)(DF)

STARCH:

  • FRENCH ONION MAC AND CHEESE (VG)(NF)

PROTEIN:

  • SMOKED HAM
    Smoked Apple Pie Moonshine and Sage Reduction, Herb Crumble

DESSERT:

  • Housemade Chocolate Chunk Cookies
  • Housemade Snickerdoodle Cookies
  • Housemade Coconut Craisin Cookies

WINTER BUFFET CLASSIC:

HERB DINNER ROLLS
Whipped Butter

SALAD:

  • WINTER SQUASH AND BURRATA SALAD (GF)(VG)(NF)
    Butternut Squash, Burrata, Dried Cranberries, Pickled Shallots, Candied Pepitas, Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette
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VEGETABLE:

  • HARISSA & MAPLE CARROTS 

STARCH:

  • WHITE CHEDDAR & PINK PEPPERCORN YUKON MASHED POTATOES

CHOICE OF PROTEIN:

  • PEPPERCORN RUBBED FLANK STEAK (GF)
    with Chestnut Madeira Demi Glaze
  • MAPLE MISO GLAZED SALMON (GF)(NF)(DF)
    with Ginger Pickled Apples
  • ROSEMARY SEARED CHICKEN (GF)(NF)
    with Celery Root and Pear Cream Sauce

DESSERT:

  • Shortbread Toffee Cookie Bars
  • Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bar 
  • Peppermint Cream Bars

DECK THE HALLS WITH OUR FLORAL & DESIGN TEAM

Holiday Designs by The JDK Group
Holiday Home Decor by The JDK Group

Winter Florals & Decor

From festive centerpieces and statement florals to linens, lighting, décor installations, and full-scale holiday transformations, our in-house floral and design team brings every detail together.

Planning a holiday party or seasonal event? Choose from one of our specialty holiday looks or work with our designers to create something completely custom to your celebration. 

Inquire About Event Florals & Decor

Looking to bring the holiday magic home? We also offer seasonal home decorating services for both interiors and exteriors. Fill out the form to inquire about home decorating! 

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