HORS D'OEUVRES

Cold Hors D'oeuvres

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PLATTERS

Charcuterie – A selection of housemade pâtés accompanied by imported olives, cornichon, specialty mustards, chutneys and assorted breads. $95.00(20–25 people)

Pacific Rim – A pan–Asian selection of vegetable Nori rolls with pickled ginger and wasabi, seared chicken skewers with Thai peanut sauce and Korean BBQ shrimp in a spicy Asian sauce. $95.00 (20–25 people)

Cheese and Fruit Platter – A selection of domestic and imported artisan cheeses with fresh fruit, crackers and rustic breads.$95.00 (20–25 people) small $52.00

Dessert Cheese and Fruit Platter – A selection of creamy and hard cheeses with ripe fruit, assorted breads and ginger wafers. $95.00 (20–25 people) small $52.00

Vegetable Crudite – An artful array filled with whole seasonal vegetables like baby carrots, tiny zucchini, grape, red and yellow tomatoes, etc., served with a homemade dipping sauce. $48.00/$75.00 (small –serves 8–12 large– serves 20–25 ).48 hours notice required.

Dipping Platter – a global tasting platter of roasted red pepper hummus, cucumber raita, and Indian dahl and other tasty dips served with pita chips, assorted flat breads & vegetable spears $ 65.00 (20–25 people)

Southwest Platter – Layered refried black beans, guacamole, sharp cheddar cheese, sour cream and Guzman's peach salsa .Tortilla chips served on the side.$55.00 (20–25 people)

Petite Sandwich Platter – Salmon gravlax with toasted nori and pickled ginger cream cheese, Cucumber and watercress with chive butter, smoked ham with honey mustard and chutney on homemade mini biscuits and chicken red grape and blue cheese salad on delicious homemade white bread.$95.00 20–25 people)

Mediterranean Antipasto – A colorful assortment of homemade stuffed grape leaves, roasted red sweet peppers, marinated olives, cippolini onions, herbed baby mozzarella, goat cheese torta, provolone, Proscuitto, smoked chicken, grilled artichokes, salami, and assorted breads.$115.00( 20–25 people)

Smoked Seafood Platter – Aurora's house cured salmon gravlax, an assortment of our own smoked seafood as well as locally smoked fish, garnished with red onion, capers and served with our delicious mustard dill sauce and bread.$60/95 (small–8–12 people, large 20–25 people )

Shrimp Cocktail – Large shrimp served with our own cocktail sauce and lemon wedges (serves 12–15) $85.00

Specialty Shrimp Cocktail – Choose from Raspberry Grilled, Smoked Paprika–Sherry, Rosemary–Lemon Grilled with a sauce to complement $100.00 (serves 12 – 15)

Assorted Cookie Platter – Five dozen assorted mini cookies and bars made right here in our kitchen.$40.00 Add home–made truffles $65.00

Breakfast Pastry Tray – Homemade scones, muffins ,coffee cake and biscuits with jam and butter.$28.00 (serves 8 – 10)

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DINNER ENTREES

• Organic Whole Poached Salmon Fillet – Dressed with our mustard dill sauce and decorated with cucumber "scales" $24.99/lb.
• Organic Thai Tamarind Salmon – Seared salmon with Thai Tamarind Slather $24.99/lb.
• Salmon Cakes – Our cakes are mixed with potatoes and special seasonings, served with Spicy Shallot Mayonnaise.$4.75 each
• Maine Crabcakes – We use fresh Maine crabmeat and serve our cakes with a lemon caper sauce. $3.95 each
• Aurora Fish Cakes – A blend of haddock or cod, potatoes, and fresh herbs served with a key lime tartar sauce.$3.75 each
• French Fisherman's Bourride– A classic Proven�al dish of haddock or cod, shrimp and scallops, cooked in a seafood tomato broth resonant with saffron. Served with French bread croutons and aioli.$24.99/lb. Add Lobster Market Price
• Lemon Marinated Roast Turkey Breast – Fresh off the bone turkey breast marinated in olive oil and lemon juice with green olives and capers. Great served cold or at room temperature $12.99/lb.
• Southwest Chicken Enchiladas – A delicious mix of chili and cumin rubbed grilled chicken, cream cheese, sharp cheddar, scallions and cilantro wrapped in a soft tortilla topped with Guzman's peach salsa.$6.50 /each
• Lemon Parmesan Chicken – One of our most popular chicken dishes. Lemon marinated chicken breasts coated in Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs, sautŽed until golden brown $12.99/lb.
• Chicken Marbella – Marinated chicken breasts braised in wine, prunes, apricots and green olives. An incredible taste! $12.99/lb.
• Chicken Pot Pie – The last word in comfort food. Fresh vegetables and lots of chicken in homemade gravy topped with our flaky pastry. Small (serves 3)–$14.95 Large(serves 8) $42.00
• French Farmhouse Chicken – Fresh chicken baked in wine and cream with grapes and fresh tarragon. $12.99/lb.
• Raspberry Grilled Chicken – Marinated chicken breasts, grilled and served with a fresh raspberry dressing over steamed spinach.$ 12.99/lb.
• Asian Caramelized Tofu with Vegetable Threads – Full of flavor! This is our most popular vegetarian dish.$ 8.99/lb.
• Black Bean Burrito – Traditional South American style refried black beans rolled in a tortilla with peach salsa and sharp cheddar cheese. Served with sour cream and shredded lettuce $5.95 each
• Peppercorn Seared Beef Tenderloin – Roasted medium rare. Served with horseradish crème fraiche $30.99/lb.
• Southwestern Pork Loin – Seared and roasted with a lime Chipotle glaze. $14.99/lb.
• Fruit Glazed Pork Tenderloin – Seared and roasted with fresh herbs, finished with a black currant and mustard reduction sauce.$ 16.99/lb
• Seared Lamb Top – Served with a sun–dried cherry glaze $21.99/lb. Suggested Serving Sizes: 1/3 # per person on most Entrees
• Vegetarian Lasagna – Layers of roasted vegetables, spinach, ricotta , fresh basil and our own marinara sauce. $14.99 (serves 4)
• Spinach Lasagna – Steamed spinach layered with Tomato–Pernod sauce & select cheeses $14.99 (serves 4)
• Meat Lasagna – Ground Beef & Sweet Italian Sausage $18.99 (serves 4)
• Macaroni and Cheese– We pride ourselves on this one. A creamy homemade white sauce with plenty of aged Canadian cheddar cheese.$5.99/lb.
• Seafood Lasagna – Shrimp, Scallops, Crab & Haddock in a rich Tomato–Pernod Sauce layered with spinach, pasta & select cheeses $95.00 (serves 8 – 10)

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QUICHE

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Vegetables

Just a few of our many vegetable selections subject to availability

• Seasonal Steamed Vegetable Medley with Lemon or Orange Zest tossed lightly with Extra Virgin Olive Oil or Flavored Butter – $7.95/lb.
• Roasted Vegetable Medley – roasted red , yellow and green peppers, red onions, wild and domestic mushrooms, tomatoes, zucchini and yellow squash, carrots and a host of available seasonal vegetables. $9.95/lb.
• Green Beans and Orange Zest with Toasted Almonds – $8.95/lb.
• Dill & Honey Glazed Carrots – $7.95/lb.
• Sauteed Carrots & Sweet Potato Ribbons $8.95/lb.
• Roasted Root Vegetables – $8.95/lb.
• Sweet Potato Latke – served with sour cream – $8.95/lb.
• Potato Latke – served with apple sauce and sour cream – $ 8.95/lb.
• Two Potato Gratin – $7.99/lb.
• Double Stuffed Baked Potatoes – A combination of sweet and mashed potato stuffing. $6.95/lb.
• Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes – $ 5.95/lb.
• Sweet Chili and Cumin Rubbed Baked Potato (or Sweet Potato) Wedges – $6.95.lb.
• Herb Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes – $5.95/lb.

SALADS & SIDE DISHES

• Charred Chicken Salad with Avocado Lime Dressing–$11.95/lb.
• BBQ Chicken Salad $11.95/lb.
• Chicken, Blue Cheese and Grape Salad $11.95/lb.
• Shrimp and Mango Salad–$ 14.99/lb.
• Relish Tuna Salad $7.99/lb.
• Lobster Salad–Market Price
• Orange Couscous with apricots and toasted almonds –$7.95/lb.
• Israeli Couscous Salad–$7.95/lb.
• Asian Sesame Pasta Salad–$7.95/lb.
• Orzo, Lemon, Olive and Feta Cheese Salad–$7.95/lb.
• Caponata – $8.95/lb.
• Rosemary Red Lentil Salad $7.95/lb.
• Soba Noodle Salad–$7.95/lb.
• Old Fashioned Potato Salad–$5.95/lb.
• Aurora Cole Slaw–$5.95/lb.
• Southwestern Black Bean and Corn Salad–$7.99/lb.
• Wild Rice salad–with sun–dried cranberries and toasted walnuts– $8.95/lb.
• The Best Tabbouleh Salad $7.95/lb.

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SANDWICHES

• Smoked Turkey – Served with Guzman's Peach Salsa, Horlick's English Cheddar, tomatoes and mesclun greens on peasant bread.– $ 5.95
• Asian Marinated Beef– Wrapped in flat bread with crisp lettuce, sweet roasted onions, mung bean sprouts and cilantro peanut sauce – $6.50
• Chef's Choice Chicken Salad – Always delicious! Check our menu board for the daily choice.–$5.95
• Chef's Choice Tuna Salad – $5.95
• Parisienne Street Sandwich – A French baguette served with smoked ham, brie, dijon mustard and mesclun greens – $5.95
• Avocado Wrap – Avocado, Horlick's English cheddar, alfalfa sprouts and tomatoes wrapped in a fresh tortilla with lime–cilantro aioli.–$5.95
• Aurora's Famous Fresh Mozzarella. – Tomato and cucumber on rosemary focaccia with fresh basil mayo. $6.25
• Roasted Vegetable, Goat Cheese, and Spinach – Served on fresh focaccia –$6.25
• Daily Panini Selection – Check our menu board for one these classis Italian grilled focaccia sandwiches – $daily

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ASSORTED DAILY SELECTIONS

Soups – Always made from scratch with fresh ingredients and homemade stocks.
cup – $2.95 / bowl – $3.75

Tomato Cognac, Lemon, Chicken & Rice, Wild Mushroom, Cuban Black Bean, Marika's Fish Chowder, Hungarian Mushroom to name a few

Specialty foods for spur of the moment gatherings, picnics or evenings at home

• Grilled Artichokes – $19.00 lb.
• Country mix Olives – $6.99/lb.
• Mushroom Strudel – $ 12.99 each
• Baked Brie – 16.99 each
• Stilton, Port Wine and Walnut Pate – $5.49 1/2 pint.
• Goat Cheese Torta – $13.49/lb.
• Country Style Pork and Veal Pate – $12.00/lb.
• Housemade Duck liver Pate – $13.00/lb.
• Guacamole – $ 8.99/pint
• Hummus – $5.29/lb.
• Basil Pesto – $5.99 1/2 pint
• Aurora's own Croutons $3.99 bag

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