Backyard & Outdoor Events

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Summer 2026

Relaxed does not have to mean ordinary. Our outdoor catering experiences combine generous portions, chef-driven menus, and professional event execution for backyard celebrations, summer parties, outdoor weddings, and corporate gatherings. Each collection is built around live fire, abundant seasonal sides, Ontario ingredients where possible, and service formats that remain polished without feeling formal.

Better Brisket

$70 Per Person

Smoked Low & Slow. Built for Summer. A premium backyard barbecue featuring hickory-smoked Ontario beef brisket, chef-attended carving, house-made sauces, and generous summer sides.

Texas-Style Smoked Ontario Brisket

Chef-rubbed and smoked low and slow for 12–14 hours, rested for tenderness, and carved in view of guests.

Signature Sauces

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Classic Molasses BBQ

Tomato, molasses, cider vinegar, mustard, and warm spices.

Ontario Peach & Bourbon-Style BBQ

Summer peach, brown sugar, smoked chili, and cider vinegar.

Coffee–Chili Mop Sauce

Dark coffee, ancho chili, garlic, vinegar, and brisket jus.

Signature Sides

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Charred Ontario Corn with Chili-Lime Butter (V, GF)

Flame-grilled corn with chili butter, lime, cotija, and scallion.

Dill Pickle Potato Salad (V, GF)

Yukon Gold potatoes with dill pickles, grainy mustard, celery, scallion, and cider dressing.

Summer Cabbage Slaw (VG, GF)

Cabbage, carrot, cucumber, fresh herbs, and toasted sunflower seeds in a lemon–cider vinaigrette.

Smoked Cheddar Mac & Cheese (V)

Creamy macaroni with aged Ontario cheddar and crisp chili breadcrumbs.

Tomato, Cucumber & White Bean Salad (VG, GF)

Ontario tomatoes and cucumber with white beans, basil, pickled shallot, and red wine vinaigrette.

Grilled Sourdough with Whipped Herb Butter (V)

Charred sourdough with garlic, parsley, chive, and flaky salt.

Pickles and Preserves

Dill cucumbers, pickled jalapeños, mustard seeds, pickled red onion, fermented cabbage, and seasonal vegetable giardiniera.

Dessert

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Ontario Berry Shortcake Jars (V)

Buttermilk biscuit, macerated berries, vanilla cream, and lemon.

S’mores Brownies (V)

Dark chocolate brownie with toasted marshmallow and graham crumble.

Optional Add-Ons

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Smoked Ontario Sausage with Peppers & Onion (GF)

Wood-smoked sausage with charred sweet peppers, onion, and grainy mustard.

Hot Honey Pulled Chicken (GF)

Slow-smoked Ontario chicken tossed with hot honey barbecue glaze.

Smoked Cauliflower with Coffee-Chili Rub (VG, GF)

Whole roasted cauliflower with brisket-style spice rub, white bean purée, and herb salsa.

Epic Burgers

$55 Per Person

Plancha-Seared. Built to Crave. A lively chef-attended burger station featuring Ontario beef smashed to order for crisp edges and juicy centres. Guests choose from a curated lineup of signature builds, served as sliders or full-size burgers.

Signature Sides

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Crispy Fries with Signature Seasoning (VG, GF)

Sea salt, garlic, black pepper, and smoked paprika.

Loaded Burger Fries

Crispy fries with cheddar sauce, burger sauce, pickles, scallion, and crispy onions.

Charred Corn with Chili Crisp Butter (V, GF)

Ontario corn with lime, chili crisp, cotija, and cilantro.

Dill Pickle Slaw (VG, GF)

Cabbage, cucumber, fresh dill, mustard seed, and cider vinaigrette.

Tomato & Cucumber Ranch Salad (V, GF)

Ontario tomato and cucumber with herbs, pickled onion, and Ranch

Signature Burger Lineup

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The Monarch Classic

Ontario beef, American cheddar, dill pickles, shredded lettuce, and house burger sauce.

Bacon and Peach Jam Smash

Ontario beef, smoked cheddar, crisp bacon, Ontario peach jam, pickled jalapeño, and mustard aioli.

Chili Crisp Crunch

Ontario beef, aged cheddar, chili crisp, garlic aioli, shredded lettuce, and crispy onions.

Backyard BBQ Smash

Ontario beef, smoked cheddar, barbecue sauce, dill pickles, and onion rings.

Tomato Melt Smash

Ontario beef, mozzarella, roasted Ontario tomato, basil aioli, arugula, and balsamic onions.

Green Godess Burger

Ontario beef, provolone, cucumber, lettuce, pickled red onion, and basil–herb sauce.

Crispy Chicken

Buttermilk-marinated Ontario chicken, cabbage slaw, dill pickles, hot honey, and ranch-style herb sauce.

Garden Smash (VG)

Crisp plant-based patty with avocado, tomato, lettuce, pickled vegetables, and garlic tahini.

Dessert

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Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies (V)

Soft-centred cookies with dark chocolate and sea salt.

Strawberry Cheesecake Jars (V)

Ontario strawberry compote, cheesecake mousse, and shortbread crumble.

Argentinian BBQ

$80 Per Person

Fire, Smoke & Summer Asado

A chef-attended open-fire experience featuring grilled Ontario meats, vibrant chimichurri, seasonal vegetables, and generous shared accompaniments. Priced Per person.

From the Grill

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Grilled Ontario Striploin with Chimichurri (GF)

Fire-grilled beef, rested and sliced, with parsley, oregano, garlic, red wine vinegar, and olive oil.

Citrus & Herb Ontario Pork Chops (GF)

Bone-in pork chops marinated with lemon, garlic, oregano, and smoked paprika.

Argentine-Style Chorizo (GF)

Flame-grilled pork sausage with smoked paprika, garlic, and a light honey glaze.

Fire-Roasted Chicken with Salsa Criolla (GF)

Charcoal-grilled Ontario chicken with tomato, pepper, onion, parsley, and red wine vinegar.

Shared Accompaniments

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Provoleta with Charred Ontario Peaches (V, GF)

Grilled provolone with oregano, chili, roasted peach, and aged balsamic

Crispy Potatoes with Salsa Verde (VG, GF)

Roasted baby potatoes with garlic, parsley, oregano, capers, and lemon.

Fire-Grilled Summer Vegetables (VG, GF)

Zucchini, sweet peppers, red onion, corn, and green beans with herb oil and sea salt.

Tomato & Cucumber Ensalada (VG, GF)

Ontario tomatoes and cucumber with red onion, parsley, oregano, and red wine vinaigrette.

Charred Corn & White Bean Salad (VG, GF)

Ontario corn, white beans, roasted peppers, scallion, parsley, and smoked paprika vinaigrette.

Artisanal Rolls with Whipped Chimichurri Butter (V)

Fresh rolls with parsley, oregano, garlic, lemon, and butter.

Dessert

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Dulce de Leche Panna Cotta (V, GF)

Silky caramel custard with Ontario berry compote and toasted almond.

Classic Alfajores (V)

Tender sandwich cookies filled with dulce de leche and rolled in coconut.

Optional Add-Ons

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Beef Empanadas

Ontario beef, smoked paprika, olive, egg, and chimichurri crema.

Corn, Roasted Pepper & Cheese Empanadas (V)

Ontario corn, roasted pepper, mozzarella, scallion, and herb sauce.

Grilled Shrimp with Garlic & Chili (GF)

Flame-grilled shrimp with lemon, parsley, garlic, and smoked chili.

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V = vegetarian · VG = vegan · GF = gluten-free. Our catering collections are designed as starting points — not limitations, and each menu can be adapted to reflect the season.