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.

NEW – Seasonal Floral Workshops

Join us for a night of creativity and fun at Weddings by JDK’s floral design workshops!

Led by our Director of Floral & Design, Colton Staver—renowned for his fresh, organic, and unique arrangements—these workshops are perfect for all skill levels.  Plus, we’ll provide everything you need: tools, flowers, vases, and expert guidance to help you unleash your inner designer. Learn more and purchase your ticket here. 

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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

CREOLE-SEASONED SHRIMP COCKTAIL
with Remoulade Dipping Sauce

CARIBBEAN CRANBERRY MEATBALLS

Shrimp by The JDK Group

MEDITERRANEAN GRAZING STATION:
CHEESE STATION
Halloumi, Mozzarella Ciliegine, Drunken Goat

CHARCUTERIE
Salumi Toscano, 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

Cute Cheese and Charcuterie Display by The JDK Group

Winter Harvest

LEMON CHILI CHICKEN SKEWER
with Vietnamese Dipping Sauce

GRILLED FLANK STEAK
With Creamy Dijon Sauce & Italian Parsley, Accompanied with Assorted Rolls

LOCAL SEASONAL VEGETABLE DISPLAY
With Chive Pesto

SMOKED GOUDA & WHITE CHEDDAR BAKED MAC & CHEESE
With Buttery Bread Crumbs

SALTED CARAMEL PEAR BARS

MEDITERRANEAN
GRAZING STATION

WINTER ARTISAN CHEESE DISPLAY:
Aged Cheddar, Sharp Provolone, Drunken Goat, Apple Raisin Chutney, Dried Black Mission Figs, Peppadew Peppers, Dried Apricots, Pub Mustard, Flatbread Crackers

CHARCUTERIE
Sweet Dry Coppa, Nduja Spread, Dried Bresaola

ACCOUTREMENTS
Naan Chips, Crostinis

CABIN CUISINE

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

ACCOMPANIMENTS
Assorted Crudite, Assorted Crackers, Pita Crisps

TURKEY MEATBALLS
with Rosemary Maple Mustard Sauce

POTATO LATKE
With Caramelized Onions and Sage Sour Cream

CRUMPLED SAUSAGE & APPLE FLATBREAD
Crumbled Sausage, Sliced Apples, Red Onion, Goat Cheese, Honey Dijon Sauce, Baby Arugula

WINTER ARTISAN CHEESE DISPLAY:
Aged Cheddar, Sharp Provolone, Drunken Goat, Apple Raisin Chutney, Dried Black Mission Figs, Peppadew Peppers, Dried Apricots, Pub Mustard, Flatbread Crackers

CHARCUTERIE
Sweet Dry Coppa, Nduja Spread, Dried Bresaola

ACCOUTREMENTS
Naan Chips, Crostinis

BUTLERED HORS D’OEUVRES

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

*SEARED EDAMAME DUMPLING (V)
Edamame Dumpling, Ginger Aioli

*SOUTHERN FRIED HUSH PUPPY
Spicy Pepper Jam

*TUSCAN CRAB STUFFED MUSHROOM
White Balsamic Radicchio Slaw, Chipotle Mayo, Waffle Fry

MINI CARNE ASADA STREET TACO
Marinated Flank Steak, Fresh Salsa Verde, Pickled Onion, Soft Flour Tortilla

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

*COCONUT SHRIMP
Spicy Yuzu Sauce

*BLUEBERRY BACON CROSTINI
Cream Brie, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Roasted Balsamic Blueberries, Crostini, Micro Marigold

*WILD MUSHROOM TART
Lemon Rosemary Aioli

SEARED SCALLOP
with Chardonnay Shallot Butter, Gruyere Crema

COMPOSED TOASTS:

  • Roasted Sweet Potato, Fig, Goat Cheese, Honey Balsamic
  • Ricotta, Shaved Brussel Sprouts, Almonds, Golden Raisins, Honey
  • Soppressata, Basil Pesto, Cream Brie, Roasted Red Pepper
  • Crab, Serrano Pepper, Lemon Aioli, Fennel Fronds
Slider Options by The JDK Group

*Can Be Stationed

STATIONED HORS D’OEUVRES

LEMON CHILI CHICKEN SKEWER
with Vietnamese Dipping Sauce

MANCHURIAN CAULIFLOWER BITES
Breaded Cauliflower, Manchurian Sauce, Chopped Scallions

POTATO LATKE
With Caramelized Onions and Sage Sour Cream

Chicken by The JDK Group

LOADED MASHED POTATO CROQUETTE
Loaded Mashed Potato Croquette, Bacon, Cheddar Jack, Scallions

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

CARIBBEAN CRANBERRY MEATBALLS

TURKEY MEATBALLS
with Rosemary Maple Mustard Sauce

TURKEY SLIDER
Turkey Sausage, Cooper Sharp Cheddar, Apple Relish, Leaf Lettuce, Brioche Roll

AMERICAN SIRLOIN SLIDER
with American Cheese, Caramelized Onion, Leaf Lettuce, Bistro Sauce

ELEVATED COCKTAIL HOUR

TENDERLOIN SMASHED DUTCH POTATO
with Vegetable Raita, Pickled Radish, Plantain Chip

MAINE LOBSTER GRILLED CHEESE
Maine Lobster & Remoulade Sauce with Smoked Gouda and Gruyere Cheese on Buttery Brioche Toast

VIETNAMESE SCALLOP
Seared Scallop, Vietnamese Herb Sauce, Aleppo Pepper

SMOKED SALMON BLINI
with Hackleback Caviar

MINIATURE CRAB CAKE
Masala Aioli, Apple Cucumber Relish

Salmon Sushi Cup by The JDK Group

WINTER ARTISAN CHEESE DISPLAY

AGED CHEDDAR

SHARP PROVOLONE

DRUNKEN GOAT

APPLE RAISIN CHUTNEY

DRIED BLACK MISSION FIGS

PEPPADEW PEPPERS

DRIED APRICOTS

PUB MUSTARD

FLATBREAD CRACKERS

CHARCUTERIE
Sweet Dry Coppa, Nduja Spread, Dried Bresaola

ACCOUTREMENTS
Naan Chips, Crostinis

WINTER FLATBREAD STATION

CHOOSE (3) FLATBREADS FROM THE FOLLOWING:

  • ROASTED GARLIC HUMMUS FLATBREAD
    Roasted Garlic Hummus, Sundried Tomatoes, Fresh Spinach, Basil Pesto, Toasted Pine Nuts, Ricotta Salata
  • SHRIMP SPRING ROLL FLATBREAD
    Chopped Shrimp, Broccoli Slaw, Spicy Mayo, Gochujang Sauce, Sesame Seeds

  • CRUMBLED SAUSAGE & APPLE FLATBREAD
    Crumbled Sausage, Sliced Apples, Red Onion, Goat Cheese, Honey Dijon Sauce, Baby Arugula
  • SLICED SIRLOIN & PORTOBELLO FLATBREAD
    Sliced Sirloin, Roasted Tomatoes, Sautéed Portobello Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Gorgonzola Cheese, Aged Balsamic

Winter
Flatbread Station

Holiday
Flatbread Station

MEDITERRANEAN GRAZING STATION

Mediterranean Grazing Station by The JDK Group

CHEESE SELECTIONS
Halloumi, Mozzarella Ciliegine, Drunken Goat

CHARCUTERIE
Salumi Toscano, 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

Mediterranean Grazing Station

SALAD STATION

ROOT VEGETABLE SALAD
Chopped Kale, Sliced Granny Smith Apples, Shredded Carrots, Julienne Rutabaga, Scallions, Agave Citrus Vinaigrette

WINTER HEIRLOOM SALAD
Tri-Colored Carrots, Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, Beets, Fresh Mozzarella, Cinnamon, Spiced Orange Vinaigrette

ASIAN CHOPPED SALAD
Chopped Romaine, Shredded Red Cabbage, Shredded Carrots, Capsicum, Mandarin Orange, Toasted Almonds, Chili Sesame Vinaigrette 

KALE POWER BLEND
Power Blend of Kale, Shredded Cabbage, Shredded Broccoli, Shredded Carrots topped with roasted acorn squash, sliced Granny Smith Apples, Sunflower Seeds, Pomegranate Vinaigrette

holiday catering salad station

PAN SEARED DUMPLINGS STATION

Cheeseburger Dumplings by The JDK Group

DUMPLINGS
Edamame Dumplings, Chicken Lemongrass Dumplings, Pork Dumplings

SAUCES
Teriyaki Sauce, Spicy Gochujang Sauce, Orange Ginger Sauce

TOPPINGS
Chopped Scallions, Shredded Carrots, Purple Cabbage

Dumplings by The JDK Group

DESSERTS

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

PUMPKIN MAPLE CREME BRULEE

GINGERBREAD WHIPPED COOKIES

HOUSEMADE COCONUT CRAISIN COOKIES

MINIATURE SWEET POTATO CAKES
With Toasted Marshmallow Icing

SKILLET STATION:

  • BANANAS FOSTER BREAD PUDDING SKILLET
    70% Cocoa Shavings, Cinnamon Rum Whipped Cream
  • BOURBON CHOCOLATE DECADENCE CAKE SKILLET
    Raspberry Balsamic Syrup, Lemon Swiss Meringue Chips
  • ESPRESSO BROWNIE SKILLET
    Toasted Hazelnut Crumbs
  • WINTER CHERRY & PEAR COBBLER SKILLET

DESSERT BARS:

  • Shortbread Toffee Cookie Bar
  • Bourbon Pecan Pie Bar
  • Peppermint Cream Bar
  • Salted Caramel Pear Bars

TRIO OF DESSERT CONES:

  • Dark Chocolate Merlot
  • Sweet Potato Pie
  • Coco Loco


DINNER & BRUNCH

HERB DINNER ROLLS
Whipped Butter

SALAD

  • TRADITIONAL CAESAR SALAD 
    Chopped Romaine Lettuce, Fresh Shaved Parmesan, Housemade Croutons, Creamy Caesar Dressing

CHOICE OF VEGETABLE:

  • SOUTHERN HOT CORN (Tier 3)
    Red Bell Pepper, Pickled Jalapeno, Paprika, Grated Sharp Cheddar
  • HARISSA & MAPLE CARROTS (Tier 2)
  • HONEY BALSAMIC BRUSSEL SPROUTS (Tier 1)
    Shallots & Thyme

CHOICE OF STARCH:

  • SMOKED GOUDA & WHITE CHEDDAR BAKED MAC & CHEESE (Tier 3)
    Topped with Buttery Bread Crumbs
  • WHITE CHEDDAR AND PINK PEPPERCORN YUKON MASHED POTATOES (Tier 2) 
  • BUTTERNUT SQUASH & BRUSSEL SPROUT RISOTTO (Tier 1)

CHOICE OF PROTEIN:

  • SMOKED HAM (Tier 5)
    Smoked Apple Pie Moonshine and Sage Reduction, Herb Crumble
  • GRILLED FLANK STEAK (Tier 4)
    With Creamy Dijon Sauce & Italian Parsley
  • PAN SEARED HERB CHICKEN BREAST (Tier 3)
    with Toasted Coconut Flake
  • CRANBERRY SOY GLAZED SALMON (Tier 2)
    Porcini & Caramelized Shallot, Brandy Cream
  • BALSAMIC BRAISED SHORT RIB(Tier 1)
    Polenta Puree, Crispy Onion Crumbs

DESSERT:

  • Shortbread Toffee Cookie Bar
  • Bourbon Pecan Pie Bar
  • Peppermint Cream Bar
  • Salted Caramel Pear Bars

*Tiered levels are related to cost investment – the higher tiered number represents a lower menu cost item

DECK THE HALLS WITH OUR FLORAL & DESIGN TEAM

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

Show off your holiday style!  The JDK Group hosts our own in-house floral department and design team prepared to deck the halls for your holiday celebration! Choose from one of our specialty themed holiday looks or have us ring in your holiday season with a custom creation specific to your special celebration. From seasonal home decorating and holiday centerpieces to appropriately themed décor, linens, and lighting – our team of design specialists have all the details and design services to keep your season merry and bright.

NEW – Seasonal Floral Workshops

Join us for a night of creativity and fun at Weddings by JDK’s floral design workshops!

Led by our Director of Floral & Design, Colton Staver—renowned for his fresh, organic, and unique arrangements—these workshops are perfect for all skill levels.  Plus, we’ll provide everything you need: tools, flowers, vases, and expert guidance to help you unleash your inner designer. Learn more and purchase your ticket here. 

Each of our four workshops offers a unique design experience. Join us for all four and enjoy a special discounted rate!

YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:

  • A delightful cheese display to enjoy during the workshop
  • All necessary tools, flowers, and vases
  • BYOB: Bring your favorite drink
  • Expert guidance to help unleash your inner designer

 Autumn Workshop (October 17th, 2024): Celebrate fall with a gorgeous pumpkin floral arrangement! Join our autumn workshop to craft your own seasonal centerpiece.

Winter Workshop (December 12th, 2024): Deck the halls with your own handcrafted wreath! Join our winter workshop and create a festive masterpiece to brighten your home for the holidays.

Spring Workshop (April 10th, 2025)Join our spring workshop to create stunning wine bottle floral arrangements that are as unique as you are!

Summer Workshop (July 10th, 2025)Join us for our summer seasonal splendor event!

**Ticket Sales End on the Thursday Before Workshop Date**
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