Brunch & Daytime Events

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The Summer Ontario Brunch

$140 Per Person

Available plated, family-style, or as a refined brunch buffet. Priced Per Person.

Fresh-Baked & Shared to Start

Ontario Peach & Vanilla Scones (V)

Tender cream scones with roasted Ontario peach and vanilla glaze.

Whipped Cultured Butter & Summer Preserves (V, GF)

Cultured butter served with Ontario berry compote and peach preserve.

First Course

Choose one per guest or serve communally.

Heirloom Tomato & Whipped Ricotta Tartine (V)

Grilled sourdough with whipped ricotta, Ontario heirloom tomatoes, basil, pickled shallot, and aged balsamic.

Smoked Ontario Trout & Cucumber Rösti (GF)

Crisp potato rösti with smoked trout, cucumber, dill, radish, and lemon crème fraîche.

Summer Fruit, Yogurt & Granola Bowl (V, GF)

Ontario berries and peaches with vanilla yogurt, maple granola, toasted seeds, and local honey.

Charred Corn & Zucchini Frittata (V, GF)

Farm eggs baked with Ontario corn, zucchini, scallion, smoked cheddar, and fresh herbs.

Main Course

Choose one per guest or serve shared family-style.

Maple Fried Chicken & Cornmeal Waffles

Buttermilk-brined Ontario chicken with crisp cornmeal waffles, maple hot honey, pickled jalapeño, and herb butter.

Summer Eggs Benedict

Poached eggs, smoked ham or roasted mushroom, Ontario tomato, wilted greens, English muffin, and lemon hollandaise.

Peach & Mascarpone French Toast (V)

Brioche French toast with roasted Ontario peaches, vanilla mascarpone, maple syrup, and toasted almond.

Optional Sides

Choose 1 Side

Sweet Corn & Potato Hash (V, GF; VG available)

Crispy potatoes, Ontario corn, zucchini, peppers, black beans, avocado crema, and a sunny egg or tofu scramble.

Summer Grain & Greens Bowl (VG, GF)

Quinoa and brown rice with grilled vegetables, crispy chickpeas, cucumber, tomato, avocado, herbs, and lemon–tahini dressing.

Canadian Bacon and Sasauge Combo

Maple Glazed Peameal Bacon, Smoked Bacon, and house-made Turkey sausage patty.

Dessert (Choose 1)

Blueberry & Lemon Shortcake Jar (V)

Vanilla cake, Ontario blueberry compote, lemon cream, and oat crumble.

Peach Melba Panna Cotta (V, GF)

Vanilla panna cotta with Ontario peaches, raspberry sauce, and toasted almond.

Brunch Enhancements (Contact us for pricing)

Coffee and loose-leaf tea station
Fresh-pressed juice and lemonade bar
Mimosa flight
Ontario cider pairing
Seasonal fruit and berry display

Summer Garden Lunch

$140 Per Person

A polished three-course menu suited to showers, corporate hosting, memorial receptions, and daytime weddings.

First Course (Choose 1)

Ontario Tomato & Burrata Salad (V, GF)

Heirloom tomatoes with burrata, basil, cucumber, pickled shallot, sunflower seed pesto, and white balsamic.

Chilled Sweet Corn Velouté (V, GF)

Silky Ontario corn soup with chive crème fraîche, charred corn, herb oil, and cracked black pepper.

Smoked Trout & Summer Greens (GF)

Ontario trout with seasonal greens, cucumber, radish, dill, and lemon–mustard vinaigrette.

Main Course (Choose 1)

Lemon-Herb Ontario Chicken Supreme (GF)

Roasted chicken breast with sweet corn succotash, crispy new potatoes, grilled zucchini, and light herb jus.

Pan-Seared Ontario Trout (GF)

Crisp-skinned trout with herb rice, green beans, cherry tomatoes, and preserved lemon butter.

Grilled Ontario Beef Striploin (GF)

Fire-grilled beef with roasted baby potatoes, summer vegetables, salsa verde, and red wine jus.

Sweet Corn & Ricotta Agnolotti (V)

House-made pasta filled with Ontario corn and ricotta, finished with brown butter, basil, Parmesan, and toasted hazelnut.

Charred Cauliflower with White Bean Purée (VG, GF)

Grilled cauliflower with Ontario tomato, corn, green beans, basil pistou, and pickled vegetables.

Dessert (Choose 1)

Ontario Peach & Almond Tart (V)

Buttery pastry with almond frangipane, roasted peaches, and vanilla cream.

Blueberry Lemon Posset (V, GF)

Silky lemon custard with Ontario blueberries and maple oat crumble.

Dark Chocolate Pot de Crème (V, GF)

Dark chocolate custard with espresso cream, cocoa nib, and sea salt.

Family Style Lunch

$125 Per Person

Generous shared platters designed for celebrations, wedding lunches, and relaxed weekend gatherings.

To Begin

Heirloom Tomato, Peach & Chèvre Salad (V, GF)

Ontario tomato and peach with whipped goat cheese, basil, toasted seeds, and honey vinaigrette.

Grilled Summer Vegetable Antipasto (VG)

Zucchini, peppers, eggplant, red onion, and mushrooms with white bean hummus, olive tapenade, and grilled focaccia.

Shared Main Courses ( Choose 2)

Herb-Roasted Ontario Chicken (GF)

Roasted chicken with lemon, garlic, thyme, and natural pan jus.

Maple–Mustard Ontario Pork Tenderloin (GF)

Roasted pork tenderloin with maple, grainy mustard, cider, and fresh herbs.

Pan-Seared Ontario Trout with Tomato Relish (GF)

Ontario trout with cherry tomato, cucumber, herbs, capers, and lemon.

Summer Vegetable & Ricotta Lasagna (V)

Fresh pasta layered with zucchini, spinach, roasted tomato, ricotta, mozzarella, and basil.

Grilled Cauliflower with Chickpea Romesco (VG, GF)

Charred cauliflower with roasted pepper and chickpea romesco, herbs, and toasted seeds.

Shared Sides (Choose 2)

Roasted New Potatoes with Herb Salsa (VG, GF)
Ontario Corn, Green Bean & Tomato Succotash (VG, GF)
Herbed Rice Pilaf with Lemon & Scallion (VG, GF)
Grilled Zucchini with Basil and Parmesan (V, GF)
Cucumber, Dill & Radish Salad (V, GF)
Summer Greens with White Balsamic Vinaigrette (VG, GF)

Dessert (Choose 1)

Ontario Berry Shortcake (V)

Buttermilk biscuits with macerated summer berries and vanilla cream.

Ontario Peach Cobbler (V)

Roasted peaches with golden biscuit topping and whipped mascarpone.

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The Summer Lunch Board

$75 Per Person

Ideal for casual corporate lunches, showers, and memorial receptions. Priced Per Person.

Sandwiches (Choose 3)

Standard Sandwiches

Herb-Roasted Chicken & Green Goddess

Ontario chicken, cucumber, lettuce, pickled onion, and basil-herb dressing on multigrain bread.

Roast Beef & Horseradish Cheddar

Ontario beef, aged cheddar, arugula, caramelized onion, and horseradish aioli on ciabatta.

Smoked Trout & Dill

Ontario trout, cucumber, radish, greens, and lemon-dill cream cheese on rye.

Turkey, Peach & Brie

Roasted Ontario turkey, Brie, Ontario peach preserve, arugula, and grainy mustard on sourdough.

Vegetarian and Vegan Sandwiches

Heirloom Tomato Caprese (V)

Ontario tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil pesto, arugula, and balsamic on focaccia.

Grilled Summer Vegetable & White Bean (VG)

Zucchini, peppers, eggplant, whipped white bean spread, basil, and pickled shallot on ciabatta.

Salads (Choose 2)

Ontario Tomato Panzanella (V)

Heirloom tomato, cucumber, grilled focaccia, basil, and red wine vinaigrette.

Summer Berry & Goat Cheese Salad (V, GF)

Greens, Ontario berries, goat cheese, toasted seeds, pickled onion, and honey vinaigrette.

Dill Pickle Potato Salad (V, GF)

Yukon Gold potatoes, dill pickles, mustard, celery, and scallion.

Charred Corn & Black Bean Salad (VG, GF)

Ontario corn, black beans, tomato, pepper, cilantro, and lime.

Sweets (Choose 1)

Brown butter chocolate chip cookies
Ontario peach crumble bars
Lemon blueberry loaf
Fresh fruit and berry cups

Summer Afternoon Collection

$125 Per Person

A light, elegant menu for showers, memorial receptions, gallery-style gatherings, and celebrations that fall between lunch and dinner. Priced per person.

Tea Sandwiches & Savouries

Served Stationary on platters, and tiered serving stand.

Cucumber, Dill & Lemon Cream Cheese (V)
Smoked Trout, Radish & Chive on Rye
Turkey, Peach Preserve & Brie
Egg Salad with Pickled Mustard Seed (V)
Heirloom Tomato, Basil & Whipped Ricotta Crostini (V)
Sweet Corn & Smoked Cheddar Tartlet (V)
Ontario Beef & Horseradish Brioche
Summer Vegetable Frittata Bite (V, GF)

Petite Sweets

Ontario berry pavlova
Peach and almond tartlet
Lemon blueberry madeleine
Dark chocolate brownie
Vanilla bean scone with summer preserve
Strawberry mascarpone verrine

Tea Selection curated from the Tea Haus Included.

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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.