Catering Guide - Dining Services, Ursinus College

URSINUS COLLEGE

Flavours, Ursinus College is committed to making your event a success. Our team of 

catering professionals is available to assist you with planning every aspect of your 

event. Our culinary team has designed a variety of menus to fit a wide range of 

budgets and tastes, including regional ingredients. Should you desire a customized 

menu for your event, we will be happy to meet with you to create a special menu for 

your specific needs. Our goal is to provide you with the freshest selections of food 

items, beautifully displayed, and served professionally by our highly trained staff as 

we strive to exceed the expectations of every single guest. 

Our culinary professionals take great pride in using sustainable and local foods to 

create fresh, healthy and delicious menus. We are committed to sustainable practices. 

We seek out the best possible seasonal ingredients. We make ocean-friendly choices 

by using the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch List as our guide. 

This brochure will guide you through the planning process for a catered event. 

Should you require a customized menu, we will be happy to meet with you. 

Contact us at 610-409-3602 or visit our web site at foodservices.ursinus.edu. 

URSINUS COLLEGE 

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MORNING FARE 

These menus are presented buffet style. Our catering department provides china or high quality plasticware as a standard for all of 

our events. Minimum group size for these services is 15 guests. 

THE CLASSIC CONTINENTAL 

$7.25 per guest 

Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruit Tray 

Baker’s Choice of Two: Assorted Breakfast Breads, Coffee Cake, Mini Scones, Danish, 

or Mini Assorted Bagels 

Butter, Cream Cheese and Assorted Jellies 

Chilled Bottled Orange Juice and Cranberry Juice 

THE HEALTHY START 



Low-fat Yogurt Parfaits Made with Fresh Berries and Low-Fat Granola 

Balanced Way Breakfast Cookies 

Mini Bagels, Low-fat Cream Cheese and Assorted Jellies 


URSINUS COLLEGE BREAKFAST BUFFET 


Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruit and Berries Tray 

Baker’s Choice of Two: Mini Croissants, Mini Muffins, Breakfast Breads, Coffee Cake or Mini Scones 

Butter and Assorted Jellies 

Hashbrowns or Home Fries 

Choose 2: Crispy Bacon, Pork Sausage Links, Turkey Link Sausage or Country Ham 

Choose 1: Fluffy Scrambled Eggs, Egg White Frittata, Garden Vegetable Quiche or Broccoli Cheddar Quiche 

Choose 1: Pancakes or Traditional French Toast with warm Maple Syrup and Melted Butter 

Chilled Bottled Orange Juice, Apple Juice and Cranberry Juice 

OMELET STATION 


The following item can be added on to any of the Morning Fare breakfast menus. Minimum group size for these services is 15 guests. 

Fluffy Eggs and Egg Whites, Sweet Peppers, Smoked Ham, Shredded Cheddar, Diced Tomatoes, 

Feta Cheese, Bacon, Pork Sausage Links, and Scallions . All prepared by one of our talented culinarians. 

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ALA CARTE SELECTIONS 


our events. 

FROM THE SUNRISE BAKERY 

Please order per dozen 

ASSORTED FRESH BAKED MUFFINS 

Cranberry Orange, Lemon Poppy Seed, Blueberry, Cappuccino Chocolate or Apple Cinnamon 

ASSORTED BREAKFAST BREADS and COFFEE CAKES 

Banana Nut Bread, Lemon Poppy Seed Bread, Blueberry Sour Cream Coffee Cake, 

Apple Streusel Coffee Cake or Chocolate Expresso Coffee Cake 

ASSORTED DANISH 

ASSORTED MINI BAGELS with CREAM CHEESE and JELLIES 

ASSORTED MINI SCONES 

ASSORTED MINI DOUGHNUTS 

$9.95 per dozen 






MORNING STARTERS 

Please Order By The Each 

INDIVIDUAL ASSORTED YOGURTS 

INDIVIDUAL FRUIT YOGURT PARFAITS with LOW-FAT GRANOLA 

$2.05 each 

$3.15 each 

SEASONAL SLICED FRUIT TRAYper guest 

SMALL 15-25 

MEDIUM 25-50 

LARGE 50-100 

$2.15per guest 



WHOLE FRESH FRUIT 

$1.35 each 

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BEVERAGE SERVICE 

Our catering department provides china or high quality plasticware as a standard for all of our events. Appropriate condiments are 

provided. 

MORNING COFFEE AND TEA SERVICE 

$1.45 per person 

Our Morning Coffee Service includes Freshly Brewed Green Mountain Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and Numi Herbal 

and Non-Herbal Teas to include Decaffeinated Numi Tea with Hot Water. 

HOT BEVERAGES 

16 servings per gallon 

Freshly Brewed Green Mountain Coffee and Decaffeinated Coffee 

Freshly Brewed Flavored Green Mountain Coffee 

Numi Herbal and Non Herbal Teas to include 

Decaffeinated Numi Tea with Hot Water 

Hot Cocoa with Hot Water 

Tazo® Herbal and Non Herbal Teas to include 

Decaffeinated Tazo® Tea with Hot Water 

$9.95 per gallon 





COLD BEVERAGES 

16 servings per gallon 

Orange Juice 

Cranberry Juice 

Apple Juice 

Fresh Brewed Iced Tea 

Lemonade 

Raspberry Lemonade 

Strawberry Lemonade 

Fruit Punch 









CANNED AND BOTTLED BEVERAGES 

Bottled Fruit Juice; Apple, Orange and Cranberry 

Bottled Water 

Assorted Canned Soft Drinks, Regular and Diet 

$1.50 each 

$1.40 each 

$1.20 each 

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All Day at Ursinus College

ALL DAY at Ursinus College 

Designed for full day conference or meetings, this service simplifies your event planning requirements. These offerings are presented 

buffet style. Our catering department provides china or high quality plasticware as a standard for all of our events. Minimum group 

size for these services is 15 guests. 

All Day Package for $25.45 per guest 

CLASSIC CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST 


Baker’s Choice of Two: Assorted Breakfast Breads, Coffee Cake, Mini Scones, Danish or 

Assorted Mini Bagels with Cream Cheese, Butter and Assorted Jellies 


Freshly Brewed Green Mountain Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, and Numi Herbal and Non Herbal Teas 

to Include Decaffeinated Numi Tea with Hot Water 

Iced Water Station with Fresh Quartered Oranges, Lemons and Limes 

MID-MORNING BREAK 

Refresh Coffee Service 

Assorted Granola Bars 

Assorted Canned Soft Drinks, Regular and Diet 

Iced Water Station with Fresh Quartered Oranges, Lemons and Limes 

LUNCH BUFFET 

Select from One of Our Daily Menus to Include: 

A Salad, Entrée Selection, Dessert and Beverage. Our Menu Offerings Change Daily. 

AFTERNOON SNACK 

Choose 2: 

Assorted Individual Bags of Chips, Assorted Cookies and Brownies, Carrots and Celery 

Sticks with Ranch Dressing, Nacho Chips with Salsa, Whole Fresh Fruit 

Iced Water Station, Freshly Brewed Iced Tea, Lemonade and Assorted Canned Soft Drinks, Regular and Diet 

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GRAB AND GO BOXED SALADS 

SIGNATURE SALADS 

All Salads are served with a Crusty Roll and Butter, Two Cookies and a Canned Soft Drink or Bottled Water. Our catering department 

provides china or high quality plasticware as a standard for all events and menus. 3 Guest Minimum per Menu Selection. 

CAESAR SALAD 

Fresh Romaine Lettuce topped with Grated Parmesan Cheese, Homemade Croutons and 

served with traditional Caesar Dressing 

Add Grilled Breast of Chicken 

Add Grilled Marinated Steak 




GREEK SALAD 

Crisp Mixed Greens with Tabbouleh, Roasted Red Pepper, Crumbled Feta Cheese and 

Falafel in a Flat Bread Cone 


CHEF’S SALAD 


Julienne Buffet Ham, Breast of Turkey, Swiss and Cheddar Cheeses served on a bed of 

Mixed Greens with Tomato Wedges, Hard Boiled Egg Slices and Ripe Olives with your choice of Dressing 

GARDEN SALAD 

Crispy Mixed Greens Tossed with Carrots, Cucumber, Mushrooms, Red Onion, Raisins, 

Almonds with your choice of Dressing 


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GRAB AND GO BOXED SANDWICHES 

All Box Lunches include your choice of Seasonal Fresh Fruit Salad, Potato Salad, Cole Slaw or Pasta Salad, Bag of Chips, Two 

Cookies and a Canned Soft Drink or Bottled Water. Our catering department provides china or high quality plasticware as a 

standard for all events and menus. 3 Guest Minimum per Menu Selection. 

SIGNATURE SANDWICHES 

THE DELI 


Deli Sandwich with choice of White or Whole Wheat Bread or Croissant, choice of Provolone, American or 

Swiss Cheese, Leaf Lettuce and Sliced Tomato, Stacked High with choice of Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, 

Roast Beef, Buffet Ham, Tuna Salad or Grilled Vegetables on a Croissant 

SPICY ITALIAN BAGUETTE 

Sliced Ham, Salami, Provolone Cheese and Roasted Red Peppers on a French Roll 

with Garlic Mayonnaise Spread 

TURKEY and SHARP CHEDDAR 

Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Leaf Lettuce, sliced Tomato 

on a Kaiser Roll 

ALBUQUERQUE CHICKEN BREAST 

Cilantro Grilled Chicken Breast on a Multi-Gran Bun with Salsa, Olives, Lettuce and Tomato 




TUNA SALAD CROISSANT 

Tuna Salad on a Freshly Baked Croissant with Lettuce and Tomato 


VEGETARIAN SANDWICHES 

GRILLED PORTOBELLO’S with PROVOLONE 

Grilled Marinated Portobello Mushrooms on Focaccia with Provolone, Leaf Lettuce, 

Tomato and Pesto 

ROASTED VEGGIE CLUB 

Roasted Eggplant, Zucchini and Red Pepper with fresh Mozzarella and Artichoke Tapenade 

on a Ciabatta Roll 



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SERVED LUNCHEONS AND DINNERS 

All Served Luncheons and Dinners Include a choice of a Salad , Two Accompaniments, Fresh Baked Dinner Rolls and Butter, choice of 

Dessert, Freshly Brewed Green Mountain Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, and Herbal and Non-Herbal Numi Teas with Hot Water. 

POULTRY 

TRADITIONAL CHICKEN PICCATA 

Seared Breast of Chicken in a Lemon Caper White Wine Sauce 

ROASTED CHICKEN FLORENTINE 

Crispy Sautéed Breast of Chicken topped with a creamy Spinach mixture and Mozzarella 



APRICOT and GOAT CHEESE CHICKEN BREAST 


Lightly breaded Breast of Chicken rolled with dried Apricots and Goat Cheese served with a Brown Sauce 

ZIA’S NUTTY CHICKEN 

Boneless Breast of Panko Encrusted Chicken, Pistachios and topped with Apple Compote 


BEEF AND PORK 

BRAISED SHORT RIBS 

Beef Short Ribs braised in a Tarragon and Red Wine Reduction 

FLANK STEAK ROULADE 

Rolled Flank Steak Stuffed with Fresh Spinach and Red Bell Peppers served with a 

Cabernet Sauvignon Demi Glace Sauce 

PAN-SEARED PORK TENDERLOIN with APPLES & ONIONS 

Pan-Seared Pork Tenderloin with Granny Smith Apples, diced Red Onions and Orange Marmalade 

ROASTED PORK TENDERLOIN with SWEETENED RASPBERRY VINEGAR SAUCE 

Slow-Roasted Pork Tenderloin served with a sweetened Raspberry, Horseradish, 

Garlic and Red Wine Vinegar Sauce 





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SERVED LUNCHEONS AND DINNERS 

COMBINATION PLATE 

BEEF and SALMON FILETS 

Tenderloin Medallion & Salmon Filet on caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes and Demi-Glace Sauce 


SEAFOOD 

SALMON with LEEKS and CAPER SAUCE 

Grilled Salmon Fillet topped with Fried Leeks and Caper Sauce 

HALIBUT SALTIMBOCCA 

Halibut topped with shaved Pecorino Romano Cheese and wrapped with Prosciutto and 

lightly sautéed until Golden Brown 

SHRIMP SCAMPI 

Shrimp sauteed with Fresh Herbs and Garlic served over Basil Orzo 

PARMESAN CRUSTED TILAPIA with CHIVE BUTTER SAUCE 

Sautéed Tilapia with crusted Parmesan and Chive Butter Sauce 


$14.95 per person 



VEGETARIAN 

SPAGHETTI SQUASH 

Spaghetti Squash with Sofrito and Vegan Pinto Beans 

PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM NAPOLEON 

Portobello Mushroom layered with Zucchini, Spinach, Roasted Red and Yellow Peppers, 

Polenta and Mozzarella on roasted Tomato Coulis 

SMOKED GOUDA FARFALLE 

Bow Tie Pasta baked with Smoked Gouda Cheese and Fresh Spinach 




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ENTRÉE ACCOMPANIMENTS 

SALADS AND STARTERS 

Market House Salad with Homemade Croutons and a Balsamic Vinaigrette 

Iceberg Wedge with Maytag Blue Cheese 

Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons 

Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Stack with Fresh Basil 

Pear and Fresh Spinach Salad with Warm Cranberry Dressing 

Greek Salad with Feta Cheese and a Balsamic Vinaigrette 

ACCOMPANIMENTS 

Choice of One: 

Glazed Carrots 

Fresh Green Beans and Carrot Medley 

Grilled Balsamic Zucchini 

Herb Crusted Broiled Tomato 

Roasted Root Vegetables 

Fresh Spinach and Garlic Sauté 

Julienne of Carrots and Fennel with Pearl Onion 

Roasted Fresh Seasonal Asparagus 

Roasted Butternut Squash 

Sautéed Fennel and Brussels Sprouts 

Red Cabbage Braised 

Sautéed Zucchini 

Chef’s Choice of Seasonal Vegetable 

Choice of One: 

Country Creamy Potatoes 

Horseradish Mashed Potatoes 

Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes 

Mashed Sweet Potatoes 

Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes 

Herbed Oven Roasted Potatoes 

Roasted Fingerling Potatoes 

Israeli Cous Cous 

Basil Orzo 

Fontina Risotto Cake 

Black Beans and Rice 

Vegetable Risotto 

Chef’s Choice 

DESSERTS 

Cora’s Red Velvet Cake 

Assorted Pies: Dutch Apple, Blueberry, 

Designer Key Lime 

Old Fashion Chocolate Layer Cake 

Gluten Free Cake 

Traditional Cheesecake with Fresh Seasonal Berries 

Additional Options: 

Cookies and Cream Cheesecake 

Walnut Tart 

Fresh Fruit Cup 

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SPECIALTY BUFFETS 


our events. Minimum group size for these services is 15 guests. 

DELUXE SANDWICH BOARD 


Choice of Two Salads: Creamy Cole Slaw with Apples, 

Seasonal Fresh Fruit Salad, Potato Salad, Market House 

Salad with Homemade Croutons and a Balsamic Vinaigrette 

and Low-Fat Ranch Dressing 

Potato Chips 

Assorted Breads and Rolls 

Sliced Roasted Turkey, Buffet Ham, Roast Beef, Salami 

Sliced Swiss, Provolone and American Cheeses 

Leaf Lettuce, Sliced Tomatoes, Sliced Onions, Dill Pickles, 

Mayonnaise, Dijon Mustard 

Assorted Cookies, Bars or Brownies 

Freshly Brewed Iced Tea 

* Add Soup du Jour with Crackers 

OLD FASHIONED BBQ 


Seasonal Fresh Fruit Salad 

Roasted Vegetable Bow Tie Salad 

Country Potato Salad 

Cornbread, Rolls and Butter 

Ranch Style Baked Beans 

Barbecued Chicken 

Barbecued Beef Brisket 

Hot Apple Crisp, Peach Cobbler or Assorted Cookies 

and Brownies 

Freshly Brewed Iced Tea and Lemonade 

* Add a chef for BBQ’s held outside, weather permitting 

BACKYARD COOK OUT 


Country Potato Salad 

Cole Slaw 

Potato Chips 

Ranch Style Baked Beans 

Hamburger and Hot Dog Buns to include Whole Wheat 

Grilled Hamburgers 

Grilled Hotdogs 

Veggie Burgers 

Leaf Lettuce, Sliced Tomatoes, Dill Pickles, Relish 

and Onions 

Ketchup, Mustard and Mayonnaise 

Assorted Cookies and Brownies 

Assorted Canned Soft Drinks, Regular and Diet or Freshly 

Brewed Iced Tea 

* Add a chef for BBQ’s held outside, weather permitting 

EXECUTIVE SANDWICH BUFFET 


Choice of:Pasta Salad, Potato Salad or Mixed Greens Salad 

Fresh Fruit Salad 

Gourmet Chips 

Turkey Wrap with Cranberry Mayonnaise 

Roast Beef Wrap with Carmelized Onions and Dijon 

Mayonnaise 

Aioli Tuna Salad Wrap 

Roasted Vegetable Focaccia 


Freshly Brewed Green Mountain Coffee 

Herbal and Non Herbal Teas with Hot Water 

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BUILD YOUR OWN BUFFET 


our events. Create Your Own Buffet; please choose - One Salad, Two Entrées, Two Accompaniments, Two Desserts and Two 

Beverages. Minimum group size of 15 guests. 

SALADS 

Choose One from the Following: 

Market House Salad with a choice of dressing; Ranch, Italian, 

Balsamic Vinaigrette and Low-Fat Ranch Dressing 

Caesar Salad 

Includes Assorted Dinner Rolls with Butter 

ENTRÉES 

POULTRY 

Chicken Marsala 

Lemon Parmesan Chicken with 

White Wine Chive Sauce 

Chicken Piccata 

BEEF 

Braised Beef Sicilian 

Caramelized Onion Meatloaf 

Beef Stroganoff 

PORK 

Mustard Herb Pork Loin 

Asian Marinated Pork Loin 

with Honey and Soy Glaze 

SEAFOOD 

Broiled Salmon with Dill Butter 

Cornmeal Tilapia with Cilantro 

Cream Sauce 

Garlic Shrimp Skewers 

VEGETARIAN 

Vegetarian Lasagna 

Stuffed Peppers with Herbed 

Tomato Sauce 

Eggplant Parmesan 















ACCOMPANIMENTS 


Oven Herbed Roasted Potatoes 

Garlic Mashed New Potatoes 

Rice Pilaf 

White Rice 

Traditional Mashed Potatoes 


Fresh Roasted Vegetable Medley 

Lemon Garlic Broccoli 

Sautéed Zucchini 

Glazed Carrots 

Fresh Green Beans 

Variety of Seasonal Vegetables 

DESSERTS 

Choose Two from the Following: 

Chocolate Layer Cake 

Chocolate Mousse 

Cora’s Red Velvet Cake 

Apple Crisp 

Carrot Cake 


Assorted Pies: Dutch Apple, Blueberry or Pecan Pie 

BEVERAGES 

Freshly Brewed Green Mountain Coffee, Decaffeinated 

Coffee and Numi Herbal and Non-Herbal Teas to include 

Decaffeinated Numi Tea with Hot Water 

Choose Two from the Following: 

Iced Water Station, Lemonade and Freshly 

Brewed Iced Tea 

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HOT HORS D’OEUVRES 

From Platters to Passed 

Our catering department provides china or high quality plasticware as a standard for all of our events. Butlered service available for 

an additional charge. Please order per dozen. 

CHICKEN 

GATOR CAKES with BAYOU REMOULADE SAUCE 

CHIPOTLE MAPLE BACON wrapped CHICKEN 

COCONUT CHICKEN with ORANGE DIPPING SAUCE 

CHICKEN POT STICKERS with GARLIC SOY SAUCE 

CHICKEN DIABLO EMPANADAS with CHIPOTLE 

RANCH DIPPING SAUCE 






PORK 

PORK POT STICKERS with GARLIC SOY SAUCE 

MINI HAM BISCUITS with MUSTARD SAUCE 

SAUSAGE BITES with WHITE WINE and DIJON MUSTARD 

MAPLE-GLAZED APPLE RUMAKI 

BACON WRAPPED WATER CHESTNUTS 

SAUSAGE STUFFED MUSHROOMS 







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HOT HORS D’OEUVRES, continued 

SEAFOOD 

BACON WRAPPED SCALLOPS 

MINI CRAB CAKES with CAJUN REMOULADE SAUCE 



BEEF 

CHIPOTLE BEEF on TORTILLAS with AVOCADO CRÈME 

MINI COCKTAIL MEATBALLS:* 

Choice of Swedish, Barbecue or Sweet & Sour 

MINI REUBEN SANDWICHES 

MINI BEEF WELLINGTON 





VEGETARIAN 

SPANAKOPITA 

BROWN SUGAR BRIE with PECANS 

MINI GREEK PIZZAS 

JALAPEÑO STUFFED SOFT PRETZEL BITES 

VEGETABLE SPRING ROLLS with PLUM SAUCE 

MINI QUICHE 






$ 17.95 per dozen 

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COLD HORS D’OEUVRES 

Our catering department provides china or high quality plasticware as a standard for all of our events. Butlered service is available 

for an additional charge. Please order per dozen. 

ASSORTED FINGER SANDWICHES with 

THREE of the FOLLOWING: 

WHITE, WHEAT or SILVER DOLLAR ROLLS 

Ham Salad, Chicken Salad, Tuna Salad and Egg Salad 


PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED MELON with DIJON DIPPING SAUCE 


COOL SALMON CANAPÈS 


CUCUMBER ROUNDS with FETA and TOMATO 


MARINATED FRESH MOZZARELLA, TOMATO and BASIL 


SUNDRIED TOMATO and GORGONZOLA BRUSCHETTA 


WHITE BEAN CROSTINI 


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GOURMET DIPS 

Our catering department provides china or high quality plasticware as a standard for all of our events. Minimum group size for these 

services is 15 guests. 

HOT DIPS 

Priced per guest 

Warm Parmesan Artichoke Dip with Bagel or Pita Chips 

Spinach and Crab Dip with Baguette Rounds 



COLD DIPS 

Priced per guest 

Tzatziki Cucumber Yogurt Dip, Hummus or Baba Ghanoush 

with Pita Chips 

Tortilla Chips with Guacamole and Salsa 



SAVORY CHEESECAKES 

Sold by the Cheesecake and torte. All Served with Crackers and Baguette Rounds 

Roasted Vegetable Cheesecake – serves 15 - 20 guests 

Crawfish Remoulade Cheesecake – serves 15 - 20 guests 

Savory Pesto and Sun Dried Tomato Torte – serves 50 - 75 guests 

$35.00 each 

$45.00 each 

$100.00 each 

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DISPLAYS AND CARVING STATIONS 

Our catering department provides china or high quality plasticware as a standard for all of our events. Minimum group size for these 

services is 15 guests. 

COLD DISPLAYS 

Farm Fresh Crudités with Ranch Dip Display 

Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruit Display 

Domestic Cheeses Display with Crackers 

Artisan Cheese Display with Crackers 

or Baguette Rounds 

Poached Salmon Display 





$ 8.75 per guest 

CARVING STATIONS 

All Carved Items are sold Per Guest, Carved by a Uniform Chef and served with Assorted Mini Rolls and/or Baguettes and 

Appropriate Condiments. 

Roast Breast of Turkey with Cranberry and Orange Mayonnaise 

and Creamy Dijon Mustard 

Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Horseradish Aioli and Stone 

Ground Mustard Sauce 

Mustard Apricot Glazed Ham with Honey Mustard Sauce 

Roast Prime Rib of Beef with Horseradish Cream and Roasted Garlic Au Jus 

Roast Beef with Horseradish Cream and Roasted Garlic Au Jus 

Roast Pork Loin with Chipotle Mayonnaise 







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SWEET AND SALTY 

Our catering department provides china or high quality plasticware as a standard for all of our events. 

ASSORTED HOME STYLE COOKIES 

Chocolate Chip, Sugar, Oatmeal Raisin, White Chocolate Macadamia Nut, 

or Double Chocolate Chip 

BROWNIES 

Cream Cheese, Plain, Blondie, Fudge or M&M’s 

GOURMET DESSERT BARS 

Luscious Lemon Bar, Ooey Gooey Pumpkin Square, Cran Scotch Bar, 

Raspberry Almond Bar, or Chocolate Chess Bar 

ASSORTED MINI PETIT FOURS and PASTRIES 

ASSORTED MINI CANDY BARS 

MULTI-GRAIN BARS and GRANOLA BARS 

INDIVIDUAL BAGS of PRETZELS and POTATO CHIPS 

MIXED NUTS without PEANUTS 

TRAIL MIX 






$1.15 each 

$1.15 each 



DECORATED SHEET CAKES 

Half $25.95 or Quartered $13.95 

ICE CREAM SUNDAE BAR 

Minimum group size for these services is 15 guests. 

Choice of Two Ice Cream Flavours: Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry 

Choice of Two Sauces: Chocolate, Strawberry or Butterscotch 

Choice of Three Toppings: Sprinkles, Cookie Crumbs, Heath Bar Pieces, M&M’s. 

Maraschino Cherries and Whipped Topping are included 


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ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES 

OPEN BAR 

Full bar setup (if liquor is planned) at a dinner or reception is based on consumption. Bartenders for a liquor setup will 

be the responsibility of the customer at $18.00 per hour. 

BEER AND WINE BAR 

A setup of beer, wine and soft drinks at a reception of served meal or buffet are based on consumption. We recommend 

at least one bartender for every 75-100 guests for Beer and Wine service. Bartenders will be the responsibility of the 

customer at $18.00 per hour. 

ALCOHOL PROCEDURE AND POLICY 

All beverages are to remain within the facility. Beverages not consumed will remain the property of Sodexo in 

accordance with the laws of Pennsylvania. 

It is the policy of Ursinus College and Sodexo that no alcoholic beverages are brought on the premises for consumption. 

Ursinus College and Sodexo, reserve the right to refuse service of alcoholic beverages to any person. All personnel have 

completed the Serv Safe Training Program for Service. 

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PLANNING YOUR SPECIAL EVENT 

We pride ourselves in being able to meet everyone’s catering 

needs. The following steps will help you through the process of 

organizing your special function. 

Arranging and Reserving a Date 

Even if the date or guest count of your event is only tentative, 

please notify our catering department of your event so that we 

can make preliminary plans to ensure a memorable occasion. 

Our catering specialists are here to assist you in person with 

your event details or you may order by phone at 

610-409-3602 or through email at foodservices@ursinus.edu 

Reserving a Location 

Whether the event is to take place on or off campus, you need 

to have a confirmed reservation for the location before we will 

be able to make deliveries. Tables, chairs, and other equipment 

will need to be arranged by you through Facilities Services at 

610-409-3598.To reserve a room for an event please contact 

610-409-3591. 

Booking/Planning an Event 

Contact the catering department at least 10 days before the 

event at 610-409-3602, by emailing us at 

foodservices@ursinus.edu or stop by our office located in 

Wismer Center. Some arrangements can be made by phone or 

email, others may require an appointment with our Catering 

Team. This is the time for a thorough discussion of all specifics 

and details. We can help you make all the necessary decisions 

and to determine which of our services best fit your needs. 

Event Confirmation and Guarantees 

After we have finalized all the details for your special event, 

you will receive a confirmation sheet to be signed and sent 

back to us. We ask that you ensure that we have this signed 

guarantee 5 business days before your catered event. This 

confirmation and guarantee will include the exact times, 

location, attendance, menu choices and room setup. 

Payment 

All catered functions must be secured by payment before they 

occur. Cash, Check and Departmental Accounts are all valid 

payment methods. Non-College related groups are required to 

make a deposit of 75% two weeks prior to the event with the 

balance due on the day of the event. Tax exempt organizations 

are required to submit a copy of their exemption certificate prior 

to their date. 

Changing/Cancelling an Event 

All cancellations and final changes must take place at least 5 

business days before your function. If you do not contact us with 

a final count within 5 business days allowed, we will prepare 

for the estimated number and charge accordingly. If you cancel 

or change an event after this deadline, some of the expenses 

already incurred cannot be absorbed and will have to be 

billed. 

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Delivery Fees 

There is no delivery fee for catering services held within Wismer 

Center. Deliveries outside the building will be subject to a 

$15.00 delivery fee.. 

Attendants 

To ensure that your event is a success, catering staff will be 

provided for all served meals and some buffets. If additional 

time is needed, a fee of $ 15.00 per hour, per attendant, will 

apply. To ensure that your event is a success, attendants may be 

required. When attendants are needed, services are at an 

additional charge of $ 15.00 per hour, per attendant. 

Service Staff 

Continental breakfasts, breaks, and receptions are priced for 

self-service. Buffet style functions are staffed with one attendant 

for every 25 guests and are included with the per person price. 

All waited meals servers are included. Served meals are priced 

on an individual basis. 

The charge for each staff member is: 

Attendants 

$15.00 per hour (minimum 2 hours) 

Station Chefs 


Bartenders 


Catering Equipment 

As the host of the catered event, you are responsible for the 

equipment we have provided for the service of your catered 

event. Any missing or damaged catering equipment or supplies 

will be charged to your account at replacement cost. For very 

large events, specialty equipment may need to be rented at an 

additional charge. 

Floral Charges 

We will be happy to order, receive, and handle floral 

arrangements for you. For decorative requests, an additional 

fee will be determined in accordance with your specific needs. 

Linens and Skirting 

We will provide linens for buffet tables at no charge. If you 

would like linen to be placed on guests tables for receptions, 

breaks, meeting tables and boxed lunches, there will be a 

$3.00 charge for each tablecloth. Other tables may be covered 

and skirted at $3.00 per tablecloth and $13.00 per skirt.. 

Specialty linens are available upon request for an additional 

charge. 

Food Removal Policy 

Due to health regulations, it is the policy of Ursinus College 

Catering Services that excess food items from events cannot be 

removed from the event site. Items purchased for pick up should 

be properly stored prior to the event and removed and disposed 

of by the host of the event. 

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