Menus/Buffet & Family Style
Buffet & Family Style
30 guest minimum. Guests select 2 options each from Starters, Mains, and Sides.
“Family style dining strips away the formality without sacrificing the quality. Platters arrive at the table laden with beautifully composed dishes, and guests serve one another.”
Passing bowls and sharing in a way that turns strangers into friends and friends into family. Our chefs style every platter with the same care as an individually plated course — think whole roasted proteins crowned with fresh herbs, vibrant salads dressed at the last moment, and sides that beg to be piled high.
It is generous, it is warm, and it is utterly delicious. From rehearsal dinners to milestone birthdays, family style service creates the kind of table where memories are made and stories are told for years to come.
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Price Range
The Experience
What's Included
Communal Platters for Each Table
Beautifully styled platters placed at the centre of each table, encouraging guests to serve one another and connect.
Seasonal & Local Focus
Menus shift with the harvest, featuring spring asparagus, summer stone fruits, autumn squashes, and winter roots.
Unlimited Replenishment
We build menus with abundance in mind. Every platter is generously portioned and seconds are always available.
Dietary Inclusive Menus
Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free guests enjoy the same elevated experience — never an afterthought.
Rustic-Elegant Presentation
Think whole roasted proteins crowned with fresh herbs, vibrant salads dressed at the last moment, and abundant sides.
Full Service Team
Our team handles setup, course pacing, platter replenishment, and cleanup so you can focus on your guests.
Cocktails & Canapés
Sample Menu
Starters (Select 2)
Spring Greens Salad(gf, ve)
baby spring greens, snap peas, heirloom carrots, grilled asparagus, herb vinaigrette
Fall Harvest Salad(gf, ve)
roasted squash, baby kale, dried cranberries, toasted pumpkin seeds
Hemp Seed Caesar(gf, ve)
black kale, romaine, nutritional yeast, sunflower croutons
Truffle Tomato Pasta Salad(v)
cavatelli, arugula, oven-dried tomatoes, white truffle dressing
Warm Squash & Kale Salad(v)
aged balsamic dressing, stracciatella, crispy rosemary
Chicory & Endive Salad(v)
maple-pecorino dressing, pickled fennel, candied walnuts
Roasted Potato Salad(v)
shaved celery, crispy capers, pickled mustard seed, artichokes
Mains (Select 2)
Natural Organic Hangar Steak(gf)
sous-vide & carved, red wine demi-glace, salsa verde
8 Hour Braised Short Rib(gf)
organic Two Rivers beef, madeira demi-glace
Organic BC King Salmon(gf)
smoked tomato emulsion, Sincero Extra Virgin Olive oil
Haida Gwaii Black Cod(gf)
moromi miso, pickled hajikami ginger
Char Siu Sablefish(gf)
soy butter emulsion, cilantro
Free Range Chicken(gf)
roasted Rossdown Farms breast, truffle butter emulsion
Potato Gnocchi(v)
San Marzano pomodoro, micro basil, parmesan cheese
Wild Mushroom Ravioli(v)
mushroom duxelles, truffle cream
Cauliflower & Tempeh Gratin(gf, ve)
local tempeh, roasted cauliflower, crispy puffed rice
Sides (Select 2)
Roasted Brussels Sprouts(gf, ve)
dukkah spice, charred lemon, fresh thyme
Whipped Yukon Potatoes(gf, v)
confit garlic, cream reduction
Triple Cooked Sweet Potatoes(gf, v)
roasted garlic butter, parmesan, oregano
Green Beans & Broccolini(gf, ve)
fire-grilled, caramelized lemon vinaigrette
Roasted New Potatoes(gf, ve)
fresh herbs, barrel-aged sherry vinegar
Heirloom Carrots(gf, ve)
fresh thyme, maple syrup, brown butter
Warm Fingerling Potato Salad(gf)
bacon aioli, pickles, chives
Menus are seasonal and fully customizable. We are happy to accommodate any dietary requirements. Final selections are made during your tasting consultation.
Family style was the perfect choice for our rehearsal dinner. The platters kept coming and the table felt so alive with conversation.
Rachel T.
Rehearsal Dinner
Design your family-style menu
Build the platters your guests will share — starters, mains, and sides chosen from our 800+ recipe library, tailored to your season and dietary needs. Refined with our chef on a 15-minute call.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What's the minimum guest count for family-style or buffet catering?
Family-style and buffet service starts at a 30 guest minimum. Smaller events are typically better served by plated or canapé-style menus.
How does menu selection work for family-style dining?
Guests collectively enjoy 2 options each from Starters, Mains, and Sides. You choose the options during menu finalization; dishes are brought to the table on shared platters.
What's the difference between buffet and family-style service?
Buffet guests serve themselves from a central station. Family-style keeps guests seated — platters are delivered to each table and shared. Family-style feels more intimate and is slightly more service-staff intensive.
Do you include rentals, plates, and linens with buffet catering?
Serving vessels, platters, and utensils are included for buffet and family-style service. Plates, glassware, and linens can be added à la carte or coordinated through our rental partners.