Shrimp Cocktail
Oversized prawns served on a bed of iceberg lettuce and crushed ice, accompanied by our delicious home-made cocktail sauce…

Italian-Port Wine Mushroom Meatballs
Ed’s special recipe for over 40 years! These meatballs are prepared using a port wine that is slowly steamed away and reduced over the cooking process. Then the meatballs are covered in sliced fresh mushrooms and natural juices…

Spinach Dip
Our creamy version made with chopped baby spinach and served with tortilla chips...

Cheesy Artichoke Dip
Parmesan and Asiago cheeses, chopped artichoke hearts, baby spinach, etc...Served w/ tortilla chips... 

Coconut Shrimp
Shredded coconut batter, deep fried and served with a pineapple sweet & sour sauce... 

Egg Rolls
Chinese egg rolls stuffed with your choice of pork or vegetables and served with sweet and sour sauce... 

Southwestern Egg Rolls
Spicy egg rolls stuffed with corn, cilantro, chicken, etc...and served with buttermilk ranch...

 Swedish Meatballs
A classic version of the meatball, a creamy sauce that’s a little bit sweet & “sourish”…

Mini Quiche al a’ petite
These baby quiche are baked in the oven and hand served from the top of a warming plate. A special serving station is required for this appetizer
(No additional charge, however, please consider space restraints)…

Chicken 'Dum Dums’ or Strips
The classic version of the world famous chicken wing or strips. Served plain, hot, or mild with buttermilk ranch for dipping… 

Smoked Turkey, Ham and Vegetable Spirals
This wrap is becoming more and more popular over the years.
Smoked turkey or ham wrapped in cream cheese and served with a poupon’ mustard sauce as the accompaniment…

 Cocktail Sausage
These miniature cocktail weenies are sure to be a hit.
Served warm in a mildly eloquent barbeque sauce for effect…

 Smoked Baby Norwegian Salmon
Another one of Ed’s specialties! Presented on a glass fish platter and in the actual form of a Baby Norwegian Salmon. Accompanied by cappers, cream cheese, diced onions, crackers and lemons…

 Cheese and Crackers
No pre-cut cheese cubes here my friend… Hand cut TRIANGLES and squares from blocks of real cheese - Amish mozzarella, Colby Jack, Cheddar and Cheddar spread. Accompanied by Carr’s Table Water Crackers and Ritz Crackers…

 Chips & Salsa && Guacamole &&& Sour Cream
Oversized chips with a traditional Mexican salsa, guacamole and sour cream...

Fresh Fruit Platter
A must at all events. Seasonal fresh fruits arranged on a platter and presented in abundance… 

Vegetable Platter
Another must at all events. Assorted fresh vegetables, broccoli, cauliflower florets, celery and carrot sticks presented with ranch dressing for dipping…

Calamari
Fried and served w/lemon wedges and marinara...

Chicken Noodle Soup   Classic version…
Vegetable Beef   Bits of prime rib…
Minestrone   Loaded with veggies…
Chili   Hearty w/ beans and beef…
Three Cheese   Thick, creamy and delicious…

Garden Fresh Summer Salad
Tossed iceberg lettuce with a blend of summer mix to add color and liven’ things up. Choice of two dressings from the following; buttermilk ranch, Italian, French or raspberry vinaigrette…

Colossal Caesar Salad
Traditional Caesar salad served in a colossal bowl with our own special Caesar dressing.
Also available with chicken for an additional charge…

Fruit Salad
Giant Bowl of mixed fruit cocktail!

 Potato Salad
Potatoes, mustard, onions, celery, etc...

Chunky Red Potato Salad
Large chunks of red potatoes, etc...

 Coleslaw
Creamy coleslaw, just like you would expect...

 Creamy Caesar Pasta Salad
Pasta with creamy Caesar dressing and light veggies...

 German Potato Salad
Enough said...

Ranch Seashell Pasta Salad
Seashells pasta with ranch and light vegetables....

Italian Pasta Salad
Classic version....

Macaroni & Cheddar Salad
Elbow macaroni & cheddar cheese...

 Green Beans Almandine
Whole beans cut and cooked in a butter sauce and topped with almond slivers…

 Corn Off the Cob
Whole kernel golden sweet corn served “Off the cob”…

 Baked Beans
Baked beans in a sweet honey sauce with a little bacon…

Baked Potato
Classic style wrapped in aluminum foil and served with butter and sour cream…

New Baby Potatoes
Skinless small new baby potatoes served in parsley butter…

 Au’ Gratin Potatoes
Thin sliced potatoes smothered in cheese and baked…

 Mashed Potatoes
Traditional or Garlic style accompanied by gravy in a crock pot…

Corn Bread Wild Rice Stuffing
This stuffing is a centuries old family recipe.
It is highly recommended as an accompaniment to all chicken and turkey entrees.
DELICIOUS...

 Honey Glazed Carrots
Sweet baby carrots with honey and butter glaze...

 Caribbean Blended Vegetables
Steamed broccoli, yellow carrots, green beans and red peppers...

Normandy Blend
Broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, carrots and squash. A Great Lakes Catering favorite...

 Malibu Blend
Sliced orange and yellow carrots, broccoli and cauliflower. A great summertime alternative...

Capri Blend
Crinkle cut carrots, zucchini, squash and French green beans...

 Flame Roasted Corn & Black Beans
A little bit of a kick to them, but absolutely delicious, especially to spice things up...

Broccoli & Cheese Casserole
Baked to a crispy golden brown topping. This is for very hearty appetites... 

 Roasted Prime Rib of Beef
Great Lakes Catering's specialty!!! Sliced at a carving station and served personally by one of our chefs.
Accompanied by au’ jus and a horseradish sour cream sauce…

Oven Baked Turkey Breast
Also sliced at a carving station and served by a chef. Accompanied by a cranberry relish and a crock pot of gravy…

 Honey Glazed Ham
Whole ham glazed with honey and a fresh fruit cocktail sauce. Sliced and served from a carving station by our chef…

Roast Loin of Pork
Slow roasted pork loin. Carved and served the same as the above…

 Roasted Chicken Breast
A boneless, skinless chicken breast dusted lightly with our special seasonings and slow roasted. Accompanied by a crock pot of apricot honey Dijon mustard…

 Baked and Quartered Chicken
These whole chickens are seasoned, baked, and then quartered. The chicken falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. Excellent when served on top of a bed of corn bread wild rice stuffing…

 Thin Sliced Roast Beef Au’ jus
Succulent roast beef sliced thin and served in it’s own natural au’ jus…

Baked Mostaccioli
Premium hollow pasta in meat or marinara sauce, it is then smothered with mozzarella cheese and baked…

 Baked Ravioli
Meat or cheese filled “Pasta pillows” covered in your choice of sauce, then mozzarella cheese, and baked…

Lasagna
Meat or vegetable lasagna slowly baked and served with parmesan cheese…

 Italian Sausage and Marinara
Real authentic Italian sausage from the butcher smothered in marinara sauce…

Choice Strip Loin
Slow oven roasted strip loin.  This "Choice" roast is the perfect alternative to prime rib.  Served either from a carving station or pre-sliced...

Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Choose your favorite from the following:  Kiev, Cordon Bleu or broccoli & cheese....

Chicken, Broccoli and Cheese Casserole
Whole chicken breast baked into our classic broccoli & cheese casserole.  This is a meal in and of itself...

 ** Complimentary assorted breads are served with all entrees…

 Italian Beef
Served with au' jus & sport peppers... 

Chix Sandwiches
Boneless skinless breast served with all the trimmings...

BBQ Pork, Beef or Chicken
Pulled from the bone & smothered in Hickory Smoked BBQ sauce...

 Pub Style Hamburger
Deluxe burgers with all the trimmings...

 You Name It Sandwiches
Any deli style sandwiches served with lettuce, tomato, pickle spear, mustard and mayo...

 Hot Dogs
Vienna all beef, served with all the condiments to make them "Chicago Style"...

 Bratwurst
Classic Brat!

 Chicken Salad or Tuna Salad Sandwiches
Served on croissants…

Lasagna
Meat or roasted vegetable...

 Mostaccioli, Tortellini or Ravioli
Served with meat sauce or marinara...

 Macaroni & Cheese
Creamy cheese smothers these elbow noodles...

Tacos & Nachos Bar
Served with everything to make them GRANDE!

Build Your Salad
Caesar, Chicken, Chef, Garden and Oriental...

** Ask about our Box Lunches or the Hot Dog cart…

Strawberry Short Cake
Classic style short cake with strawberries & whipped cream...

Miniature Cream Puffs & Chocolate Éclairs
Bite sized for easy finger desserts...

 
Cheese Cake
Any type of Eli's Cheesecake you can think of...

Banana Pudding
Crisp vanilla wafers surround this cup of pudding that's topped with shredded coconut and dried banana chips...

Assorted Homemade Chocolate Candies
Homemade chocolates by Sweet Treats of La Porte...

Assorted Cookies & Brownies
Everyone loves our cookies and brownies.  Try-'em!

 Carrot Cake
Sheet Style Carrot Cake with Vanilla Icing...

 Baked Pies
Apple, Blueberry, Cherry, Etc. Served Fresh...

BREAKFAST PACKAGES

 Deluxe Continental Breakfast
Various whole fruits & fruit platter w/yogurt dip
Assorted mini-Danish & muffins
Jellies & butter
Individual serving orange juice & bottled water
Coffee, cream, sugar, etc...

 Full Breakfast
Whole fruits w/ fruit platter w/yogurt dip
Danish minis & muffins, jellies & butter
Breakfast potatoes
Bacon & sausage
Scrambled eggs or egg casserole (Your choice)
Orange juice & bottled water
Coffee, cream, sugar, etc...

 LUNCHEON-DINNER PACKAGES

 French Connection
Fresh Garden salad w/ spring mix & your choice of French or Ranch dressings
Assorted rolls & butter
Green beans almandine
New baby potatoes in parslied butter
Lightly seasoned boneless chicken breast w/ an apricot honey mustard glaze
Chocolate drizzled cheesecake w/ a jumbo strawberry side
Assorted beverages and bottled water

Italian
Chicken Caesar salad
Garlic bread
Choice of vegetable
Baked Lasagna
Tiramisu
Assorted beverages & bottled water

Mexican
Tossed garden salad w/ mixed veggies
Build your own: Fajita Chicken & Beef...Nachos & Taco Bar
(Lettuce, tomato, cheese, onion, sour cream, guacamole, peppers, melted cheese & hot sauces)
Miniature crème puffs and éclairs
Assorted beverages & bottles water

The American Classic
Deluxe garden salad w/ your choice of dressings, croutons, bacon bits, etc...
Beef buns
Choice of vegetable
Bistro baked potatoes w/dips
Italian beef au jus'
Sport peppers & pickles
Peanut butter and chocolate brownies
Assorted beverages & bottled water

*These are examples of several of our popular luncheon / dinner offerings...
Please see our menu for additional options.
**Feel free to substitute vegetables, choice of potato, desserts and beverages to your liking.  Additional charges may apply.

DINNER AND WEDDING PACKAGES

Gold Package
Appetizers
Fresh flowing "Elevated" vegetable platter w/ buttermilk ranch dip
Gourmet cheeses, cheese spreads, salami & Carr's Table Water Crackers
Port wine mushroom meatballs
Makers Mark and teriyaki glazed chicken skewers
Strolling waiter serving fresh bruschetta from a silver tray
Dinner
Deluxe garden salad with spring mix, tomatoes, cucumbers, croutons, bacon bits, parmesan cheese, French, Ranch & Italian dressings
Skin-on mashed potatoes w/ gravy
Green beans almandine
Assorted rolls and butter
"Dueling Chef" carving station featuring: Roasted prime rib of beef and turkey breast with accompanying sauces

Silver Package
Appetizers
Fresh flowing "Elevated" vegetable platter with dip
Gourmet cheeses, cheese spreads, salami & crackers
Port wine mushroom meatballs
Dinner
Tossed garden salad with spring mix, tomatoes and French, Italian & Ranch salad dressings
Assorted rolls & butter
Corn "Off" the cob
Corn bread wild rice stuffing
New baby potatoes in parsley butter
Carving station featuring:  Lightly seasoned baked loin of pork or beef roast with accompanying sauces and baked and quartered chicken

 Bronze Package
Appetizers
Flowing fruit platter with a yogurt dipping glaze
Vegetable platter with buttermilk ranch dip
Port wine mushroom meatballs
Dinner
Tossed garden salad with tomatoes and French, Italian and Ranch dressings
Assorted rolls and butter
Choice of vegetable
Corn bread wild rice stuffing
Baby bakers with sour cream, ranch and cheese sauce
Lightly seasoned boneless/skinless chicken breast
Apricot honey mustard glaze
Thin sliced Italian style beef au' jus

Thanksgiving Feast Package
Deluxe fresh garden salad w/ spring mix & dressings
Green beans almandine
Mashed potatoes
Gravy
Corn bread wild rice stuffing
Rolls & butter
Carving station featuring: Turkey breast carved by a chef.
Cranberry sauce
Pumpkin pie squares topped w/ whipped cream

Bronze Package
Basic bar set-up including; Vodka, Gin, Rum, Whiskey, Bourbon, Scotch and Peach Schnapps.  Choice of Domestic Keg Beer (Miller Lite, MGD, Bud or Bud Light).  Wines include; CK Mondavi - Cabernet & Chardonnay.  Mixers include; Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Tonic, Soda, Orange Juice and Cranberry Juice.

 Silver Package
Our basic bar set-up plus extras including; Smirnoff, Bacardi, Seagram 7, Tanqueray, Dewar's, Tequila, Amaretto and Triple Sec. Sours, Stone Sours and Margaritas will be offered with this package.

Gold Package
Our basic bar set-up plus more choices including; Absolut, Absolut Citron, Bombay, Bacardi, Jim Beam, V.O., Johnny Walker Black, Kahula and Bailey's.  Sours, Stone Sours and Margaritas offered with this package.

Beer & Wine Packages
Domestic keg beer and CK Mondavi Chardonnay & Cabernet.

Cash Bar Package Available...
A $200.00 set-up fee will be added to all packages.
All packages include soft drinks and bottled water.

MATT & ED KIS

FOR RESERVATIONS CALL:

(219) 874-3647 OR (219) 898-1501

GREAT LAKES CATERING & SPECIAL EVENTS
701 Washington Street
Michigan City, IN  46360

info@greatlakescatering.com