Quinceañera Packages
3120 Gracefield Road
Silver Spring, Maryland 20904
Phone: 301-628-3620
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The Riderwood Catering Department has prepared this booklet for your convenience to assist you in
planning your event.
Our flavorful Entrees are inspired by our own Executive Chef Victor Cirrincione.
As these listings does not represent our full range of our capabilities. So feel free to request
Special assistance in creating the occasion you desire.
“It is a pleasure to serve you”
Catering Department Contacts
Ramon HernandezHernandez- Catering Manager
(301) 572572- 8399 Ext.
Ext. 2020
[email protected]
Carolina Gomez -Catering Event Coordinator
(301) 572572- 8399 Ext. 2034
[email protected]
Scarlette ColemanColeman- Catering Administrative Assistant
(301) 628628- 3620
[email protected]
Riderwood Catering
312
3120 Gracefield Road
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Direct Number: 301301-628628-3620
Fax Number: 301301-572572-8401
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Full Service Banquet Facility
The Riderwood Catering Department has prepared this booklet for your
convenience to assist you in planning your event.
These listings do not represent our full range of our capabilities,
capabilities, so feel free to request
special assistance to create the occasion you desire.
“It is a pleasure to serve you”
Your Quinceañera Package Includes…..
Dance Floor
Mirrors & Votive Candles
Sparkling Cider Toast for all Guests
Complimentary Cake Cutting
White Floor Length Table Linens & Napkins
Complimentary Parking & Transportation
Special Amenities
(At an additional fee)
White Glove Service
Upgraded Linens
Non-Denominational Chapel (holds 300+)
AV Equipment (LCD Projector/ Large Screen etc.)
Riderwood Catering Policies Terms and Conditions
The Riderwood Dining Services Department provides all Riderwood Catering services. No outside caterers will be
approved for any events on premise, except for pre-determined employee events, i.e., employee picnic.
Room Reservations
Room reservations for banquet space and meeting rooms should be made two weeks prior to the event date. Please contact
the Riderwood Catering Department to reserve your room. At that time you should also make arrangements for special
room set-ups, or equipment needs. All external functions are required to make a non-refundable room deposit upon
reserving the room.
Reservation Fees
The room rentals are based on a 4 hour time period. Each additional hour added beyond 4 hours will be a n additional
charge. The room charge includes set-up and break down.
Room
Rate
Banquet
Theatre
Classroom
Classroom
Craft
Card
Maryland Hall
Celebrations Room
Chesapeake Room
RG Garden
Chapel
Encore Theater
$70
$70
$70
$1,000
$375
$375
$175
$625
$600
25 ppl
25 ppl
25 ppl
275 ppl
100 ppl
72 ppl
65 ppl
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25 ppl
25
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300 ppl
----------65 ppl
325 ppl
300 ppl
AV Equipment
The AV Equipment rentals are based on a 4 hour time period. Each additional hour added beyond 4 hours will be a
charge. No Non-Erickson laptops/computers are permitted on our Network for security reasons. Flash Drives and CD‘s
are acceptable.
AV Equipment
Rate
Rate
AV Equipment
Rate
Overhead Projector
$50
Wireless Mic
$25
Large Screen
$50
Lavalieres
$25
Medium Screen
$35
Wire Mic
$20
LCD Projector
$125
Sound Box
$25
LAN Connection
TV/VCR/DVD
$75
$50
Flip Chart/Markers
Easel
$15
$10
Minimum Reservation Deadlines
Catering requires a four week notice for most Catering functions. Any requests for catering services with less notice will
be evaluated based on current catering schedule, supplies on hand, and may require additional fees.
Service Fee
A 20% service fee will be added for all events, plus a 6% Maryland Sale Tax and a 9% Maryland Sale Tax on
Alcoholic Beverages.
Children Pricing
Children ages 4 and under are free
Children ages 5-10 are ½ prices
Children ages 11 and up are full price
Guarantee
A guaranteed attendance for all banquets, dinners, luncheons, breakfasts and receptions must be submitted no later than
fourteen business days prior to the event. This number will be considered a guarantee and cannot be reduced. It is the
client’s responsibility to call the Riderwood Catering Department with this guarantee. If a guarantee
is not given to the Riderwood Catering Department, the most recent estimate number will be used as the guarantee.
We will prepare food for 5% over the guarantee count. If the actual number of guest exceeds the guarantee, you will
be charged for the additional number of guests.
Contract and Deposits
When you reserve your room you will be required to make a nonnon-refundable deposit of $600.00 for the Maryland
Maryland Hall,
$300 for the Chapel and $250 for the Chesapeake Room & Celebrations Room.
Room
Thereafter, you will be asked to set up a meeting with the Catering Manager and/or Events Coordinator to discuss all
details of your event, and you will be asked to sign your contract. Residents planning and paying for an event are not
required to make a deposit. A minimum charge of $30.00 for food and/or beverage is required.
Cancellations
All cancellations of any catering function must be received in writing at least (14)
14) fourteen business days prior to the
event. No exceptions will be made due to food ordering, production and scheduling of staff. Any unrecoverable charges
will be billed at cost plus 25%.
Important Event Information
Please inquire with Catering Manager or Events Coordinator for pricing
The menus in our package are suggested selections. We would be pleased to customize menus to suit any taste and
occasion.
All food and beverage served in any of the banquet halls are to be provided by Riderwood.
Banquet prices are subject to change without notice. Prices for food and beverage will be guaranteed three months prior to
the event.
For the Safety of Our Guests
Customers will not be permitted to bring food or alcohol into food and alcohol licensed areas of Riderwood’s Campus. An
exception will be made for birthday, anniversary and wedding cakes.
Additionally, Riderwood prohibits the removal of food and beverages from the event by the client or any of the clients’
guests.
We are required by law to ask for legal identification of our guests, when age is in question, prior to serving
alcohol to the individuals. The bartenders reserve the right not to serve intoxicated guests.
Method of Payment
Methods of Payment accepted are: cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover credit cards, business checks, personal checks, and/or
money orders . However, personal checks must be received at least fourteen business days prior to the function date. There
is a $30.00 fee all returned checks.
All non-departmental charges are subject to a state tax, unless a copy of the tax-exemption certificate has been
provided, prior to the scheduled event. Final payment is due (14) fourteen business days prior to the event when the
final count is given. If final payment is not received fourteen days prior to the event, Riderwood holds the right to cancel
the event. There will be a 10% fee added to the total bill each day payment is late.
Bar Billing Information
Parties having a consumption bar or who exceed the guarantee guest count must pay at the end of the event by check or
cash.
Services
Cake Cutting, Flowers, special linens, ice-sculptures, and props may be coordinated through the Catering
Department for an additional charge.
You may request the following table decorations from the Catering Department:
— Votive candles and Mirror Tiles
— Flower Arrangement
$2.25 per (candle and mirrors to rent)
$8.95 (Daisies, Carnations, or Alstroemeria)
Decorations
All Candles used must be in enclosed containers. Any decorations or signs may be displayed with supporting equipment.
Use of tacks, staples, nails, tapes or anything that could mark the walls is not permitted.
Any use of smoke, fog or dry use will trigger the fire alarm. It is the clients responsibility to provide Riderwood with
advance notice of any smoke being used to conduct a ceremony. Failing to inform the Event Coordinator & activating the
fire alarm system is an offence that will result in a $1000 charge to the group.
We request that no confetti be used on Riderwood premises. A clean up charge of $250 will apply if confetti is used.
Transportation
Parties over 50 are recommended to reserve Transportation. Please note that there is an additional fee for private shuttle
service.
Contact the Catering Office for rates at 301301-628628-3620.
It is our desire to provide a quality and professional catering service to meet your needs and compliment your event. We
look forward to serving you. For additional information, contact the Catering office in Calvert
Landing Terrace Level, or call our direct number at 301301-628628-3620.
Hors
Hors d'Oeuvres
Platter Arrangements
Cheese and Cracker Platter
An Artistic Arrangement of Assorted Cheeses Served with a Variety of Crackers
Platter for 20 people
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Platter
An Attractively Displayed Sliced Seasonal Fresh Fruit
Platter for 20 people
Fresh Fruit and Cheese Platter
An Artistic Array of Seasonal Fresh Fruits, Assorted Cheeses accompanied with Crackers
(Cheddar Cheese, Swiss Cheese, Jalapeño Cheese)
Platter for 20 people
Fresh Vegetable Crudités and Homemade
Homemade Dip
A Variety of Fresh Garden Vegetables served with Homemade Dip
(Carrots, Broccoli, Celery, Cucumber and Grape Tomatoes)
Platter for 20 people
Pretzels, Chips and Ranch Dip
Serves 20ppl
Hot Crab Dip Display
Riderwood’s own Homemade Crab Dip served with French Baguettes
Serves 40ppl
Prices are always subject to change according to current market
Hot Hors d’œuvres Menus Continued…………..
Additional Hors d’ Oeuvres Priced Per 50 Pieces
The following hors d’oeuvres can be passed for an additional cost $75.00.
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
Garnished with Lemons and Cocktail Sauce
Parmesan Artichoke Hearts
Tender Artichoke Heart Stuffed with Cream Cheese, Goat Cheese, and Parmesan Cheese
Seasoned with a Touch of Garlic and Lightly Breaded
Chicken Tenders with Barbecue and Honey Dijon Dipping Sauces
Crispy Chicken Strips Breaded and Fried with Barbecue and Honey Dijon Dipping Sauce
Chicken Wings Served
Served with Blue Cheese or Ranch Dressing
Crispy Chicken Wings
Oriental Spring
Spring Rolls with Sweet & Sour Sauce
Each Spring Roll is hand rolled in a Egg Roll Wrapper with Chopped Vegetables,
Including Cabbage, Celery and Carrots served with Sweet and Sour Sauce
Miniature Assorted Quiches
Spinach, Cheese, Ham & Cheese
Sweet
Sweet & Sour Meatballs
Sweet and Sour Sauce with Fresh Ground ½ ounce Meatballs Baked and Covered with Sauce
Swedish Meatballs
Tender moist fully cooked Meatballs made from a combination of seasoned Beef and Pork,
Smothered in a Sour Cream Gravy with a savory Beef and Onion flavor
Spanakopita
A Delicate fillo Triangle filled with Spinach, Feta Cheese, Cream Cheese and touch of Garlic
Brochetta
Sliced Fresh Italian Bread Flavored with Garlic, Brushed with Olive Oil
Topped with Fresh Plum Tomatoes and Basil
Hot Hors d’œuvres Menus Continued…………..
Southwest Chicken Eggroll
This Delicious Egg Roll Filled to Overflowing with a Thrilling Mixture of Black Beans, Fresh Corn, Spinach, Monterrey
Jack Cheese, and Jalapeño Pepper to Capture Every Appetite with its Delicious Appeal
Scallops Wrapped in Bacon
Oven Roasted Succulent Scallops wrapped tightly in Bacon
Shrimp Spring Rolls
Served with Teriyaki Sauce
Chicken Quesadillas with Salsa
A Delicious Combination of Spicy Flavor of Chicken Tomatoes, Red, Green Peppers, Onions and Poblano Peppers,
Complement that with the Mellow taste of Mild Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheese rolled in a Flour Tortilla
Vegetable Quesadillas with Salsa
A Delicious Combination of Spicy Flavor of Tomatoes, Red, Green Peppers, Onions and Poblano Peppers,
Complement that with the mellow taste of Mild Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheese rolled in a Flour Tortilla
Franks in a Blanket
All Beef Mini Franks wrapped in Puff Pastry
Mini Chicken Cordon Bleu
Chicken Breast stuffed with Swiss Cheese and Ham
Mini Crab Cake Platter
A Lightly Breaded Crabmeat seasoned with Old Bay, Green,
Yellow and Red Bell Peppers with a Touch of Jalapeno Peppers and Cilantro
Served with Tarter Sauce
Cheese Sticks with
with Marinara Sauce
Deep Fried Mozzarella Cheese, made with Mozzarella Cheese Sticks and Seasoned Bread Crumbs.
Continental
Continental Finger Sandwiches
Egg Salad on Marble Rye
Tuna Salad on Wheat
Chicken Salad on White
Serves 20ppl
Prices are always subject to change according to current market
Buffet Package
Salads
Choice of One:
ne
Traditional Garden Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing
Romaine Mesclun Mix with Raspberry Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad with Seasoned Croutons and Parmesan Cheese
Entrees
Choice of One or Two:
Two:
Chicken Parmesan
Chicken Marsala
Chicken Melanzane
*Sliced Roast Turkey
** Tenderloin of Beef
Beef Burgundy
Vegetables:
Vegetables:
Your Choice of One:
Green Bean Almandine
Honey Glazed Baby Carrots
Chef’s Choice of Fresh Vegetable Medley
Steamed Broccoli
Fresh Asparagus
Baked Salmon Fillet w/Lemon Dill Sauce
**Maryland Crab Cakes
Seafood Newburg
Stuffed Pork Loin
Oriental Vegetable Stir Fry
Starches:
Your Choice of One:
Red Skinned Mashed Potatoes
Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
Bowtie Pasta with Red Pepper Pesto
Wild Rice
Rice Pilaf
Dessert :
Your Choice of One:
Flavored Sorbet:
Lemon
Raspberry
Ice Cream:
Vanilla
Chocolate
Warm Dinner Rolls & Butter
per person for 1 Entrée
per person for 2 Entrée’s
** Additional Cost
This Menu includes Iced Tea, Regular,
Regular, Decaffeinated Coffee and Hot Tea
*Entrees can be carved to order for an additional charge of $75.00 per attendant
Add an Additional Entrée for a fee of $3.95; add an additional side for a fee of $1.75
Prices are always subject to change according to current market
Plated
Plated Package
Packages
ackages
All Dinners
Dinners include Iced Tea,
Tea, Regular Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Hot Tea,
Tea, and your choice of
Vegetables, Starches and Dessert
Desserts
esserts listed below.
Menu One
Fancy Green Salad Topped with Choice of Dressing
Baked Salmon Topped with Creamy Lemon Dill Sauce
Warm Dinner Rolls
Menu Two
Fancy Green Salad Topped with Choice of Dressing
Chicken Melanzane
Warm Dinner Rolls
Menu Three
Fancy Green Salad with Choice Dressing
Grilled Filet Mignon 5oz with Blue Cheese Butter and Demi Glaze
Warm Dinner Rolls
Menu Four
Fancy Green Salad with Choice of Dressing
Eggplant Parmesan
Warm Dinner Rolls
Vegetables
Your Choice of One:
Grilled Asparagus
French Green Beans
Broccoli & Cauliflower, Stuffed Tomato
Zucchini & Yellow Squash Sautéed
with Tomato basil
Starches
Your Choice of One:
Rice Pilaf
Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
Mashed Potato – Any Flavor
Garlic, Parsnip, Chive & Wasabi
Farfalle with Marinara (or w/o)
Prices are always subject to change according to current market
Specialty Dinner Entrée’s Package
All dinners include Iced
Iced Tea,
Tea, Regular Coffee,
Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Hot Tea,
Tea, and
and a choice of dessert listed below.
Chicken Chesapeake
Mesclun Mix with Raspberry Vinaigrette
Chicken Chesapeake
Boneless Skinless Breast of Chicken Topped with 3oz of Crab Imperial
Old Bay Hollandaise Sauce
Choice of Sides see list below
Warm Sour Dough Rolls
Surf & Turf
Traditional Garden Salad
Petite File Mignon 3oz with Blue Cheese Butter and Demi Glaze
Salmon with Hollandaise Sauce
Choice of Sides see list below
Warm Sour Dough Rolls
Vegetables
Your Choice of One:
Grilled Asparagus
French Green Beans
Broccoli & Cauliflower, Stuffed Tomato
Zucchini & Yellow Squash Sautéed
with Tomato basil
Starches
Starches
Your Choice of One:
Rice Pilaf
Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
Mashed Potato – Any Flavor
Garlic, Parsnip, Chive & Wasabi
Farfalle with Marinara (or w/o)
Dessert:
Your Choice of One:
Carrot Cake
Fruit Tart
Cheese Cake topped with Seasonal Fruit
Prices are always subject to change according to current market
Dessert Platters
Priced per 50 pieces
Petite Fours
Miniature Cream Puffs
Miniature Chocolate Éclairs
Miniature Assorted Cheesecakes
Cookie Platter
Fresh Baked Assorted Cookies
Serves 20ppl (40 pieces)
Combination Platter
Brownies and Fresh Baked Assorted Cookies
Serves 20ppl (40 pieces)
Prices are always subject to change according to current market
Bartending Services
Our guests may not bring personal alcoholic beverages to Riderwood.
Please refer to our policies section for more details
Last call will be made thirty minutes prior to ending of event
Premium Open Bar
(Unlimited Consumption served within the hours Specified}
Type of Bar
Bar
1st Hour
2nd Hour
3rd Hour
Each Additional
Hour
Top Shelf Bar
$16.75pp
$20.75 pp
$24.75pp
$8.75pp
House Bar
$14.75pp
$17.75pp
$22.50pp
$7.50pp
Beer & Wine
$10.75pp
$13.75pp
$15.75pp
$5.75pp
Soda Bar
$4.00pp
$6.00pp
$8.00pp
$2.75pp
The Client pays in advance for their guest to drink
One bartender per 100, or less guests
Bar Liquors
Liquor Brand
Premium Bar
Top Shelf
Vodka
Gin
Rum
Bourbon
Scotch
Blended Whiskey
Tequila
Smirnoff
Beefeater
Bacardi
South Comfort
J&B
Canadian Club
Jose Cuervo
Absolute/Stolichnaya
Tanqueray
Captain Morgan
Jack Daniels
Johnny Walker Red
Crown Royal
Patron
Wines
Columbia Crest Chardonnay, Columbia Crest Merlot & White Zinfandel
Beers
2 Domestic (Budweiser & Miller Lite) and 2 Imported Beer (Corona & Heineken)
O’Doul’s included
Cordials are available for an additional charge of $2.75 per person per hour
Cordials (Amaretto Disaronno, Gran Marnier, Kaluah, Couvoisier & Hennessy)
A 20% service fee will be added for all events, plus a 6% Maryland State Tax, and a 9% Maryland Sale Tax on Alcoholic Beverages
Prices are always subject to change according to current market
Beverage Arrangements Continued………
Beverage Station
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Club Soda, Fruit Punch & Lemonade
$1.75 per person
Consumption Bar Prices
One bartender per 100, (or less guests), for a $100 Flat Charge
plus the cost of drinks consumed.
Cash Bar Prices:
Cordials
Mixed Drinks
Glass of Wine
Domestic Beer
Imported Beer
Can of Soda
Juice
$7.50
$5.75
$4.50
$4.00
$4.50
$1.75
$1.75
One bartender per 100, (or less guests), for a $100 Flat Charge
*If you choose to upgrade the brand of liquor, wine or beer for
An additional cost per person
A 20% service fee will be added for all events, plus a 6% Maryland State Tax,
and a 9% Maryland Sale Tax on Alcoholic Beverages
Prices are always subject to change according to current market