
THE YUM YUM SHOP
OF ST. SIMONS ISLAND
CATERING MENU
3600 FREDERICA ROAD, SUITE 16
ST. SIMONS ISLAND, GEORGIA 31522
V: 912.634.1108, F:912.634.9398, C: 912.230.1755
nickjulesyumyum@bellsouth.net
CHEF NICK BELL, OWNER
the yum yum shop catering menu
cold canapes
sold only by the even dozen
tier #1: $12.00 per dozen
b-l-t toast
chopped bacon, ˝ grape tomato, mayonnaise and parsley on a crisp buttered bread round
roma tomato slice stuffed with seasoned cream cheese
southwest spiced cream cheese tortilla roulade slice
mustard and dill seasoned deviled eggs
open faced cucumber and seasoned cream cheese finger sandwich
open faced roma tomato and pesto cream cheese finger sandwich
chicken salad, or tuna salad finger sandwich
slice of white bread and slice of wheat bread with filling in the middle
blue cheese and roasted pecan coated red grapes
tier #2: $15.00 per dozen
belguin endive spear stuffed with smoked salmon cream cheese
fresh baked profiteroles stuffed with pecan chicken salad
shrimp salad finger sandwich
slice of white bread and slice of wheat bread with filling in the middle
deviled eggs topped with caviar
silver dollar biscuits stuffed with ham and honey mustard
silver dollar biscuits stuffed with smoked turkey and spicy marmalade
brucshetta with fresh tomato and pesto concassee’
crostini topped with a slice of brie and apricot preserves
fresh parmesan and pesto palm leaves
tier #3: $18.00 per dozen
belguin endive spear stuffed with lump crab salsa
roast beef and sun-dried tomato wrap with horseradish cream cheese
b-l-t wrap with pesto mayonnaise and cheddar cheese
chicken salad and toasted almond wrap with baby greens
parmesan cheese biscuit with italian sausage and tomato-pesto dressing
sharp cheddar cheese biscuit with roasted red peppers and applewood bacon cream cheese
bruschetta topped with goat cheese, and italian salami antipasta
jullienned genoa salami, pepperoni, roasted peppers, tomatoes and black olives in italian dressing
hot canapes
sold only by the even dozen
tier #1: $12.00 per dozen
spanikopita
swedish or b-b-q style meatballs
baked parmesan-mushroom toasts
fillo pinwheels stuffed with ham, feta cheese and spinach
southwest chicken and chili cheese turnovers
baked bruschetta with italian salsa and cheese
stuffed mushroom cap with vegetable duxelle
mini assorted quiche
tier # 2: $16.00 per dozen
low country deviled crab cakes with creole remoulade
buttermilk fried chicken fingers with honey mustard
stuffed mushrooom caps with spinach, feta cheese, garlic and sun-dried tomatoes
caramelized sweet onion, sherry, and swiss cheese bruschetta
grilled italian sausage pieces served in marinara sauce
baked croustade with goat cheese, pesto, sun-dried tomatoes and asiago cheese
pesto chicken tyropita
chicken breast, pesto, black olives, parmesan and peppers in sherried cream reduction wrapped in fillo
chicken teriyaki kabobs
chicken breast, peppers, pineapple and a rich pineapple teriyaki reduction
tier # 3: $20.00 per dozen
baked lump crab supreme turnovers
white crabmeat, cheese and a sherry supreme sauce in a puff pastry shell
cajun coconut fried chicken fingers
chicken breast in a sweet-hot batter, rolled in coconut and fried, served with marmalade honey-mustard
lightly dusted & fried, wild caught darien, ga. shrimp
served with cocktail and remoulade sauce
tenderloin of beef kabobs
beef cubes, peppers, onions and a mushroom cap; done italian style, or teriyaki style
individual crispy b-b-q pork back ribs
chicken cordon bleu puffs
chicken breast, ham, swiss cheese and sour cream in puff pastry
deviled lump crab stuffed mushroom cap with creole sauce
chilled display platters
platters are intended to serve 20 to 25 people and are garnished appropriately
display of fresh vegetables with a dill dip
8 different vegetables, some lightly blanched for taste and appearance
$35.00
marinated asparagus display
3 lbs. of lightly blanched, trimmed asparagus, set into balsamic viniagrette, then garnished
$37.50
meditteranean hummus and vegetable array
classic spread accompanied by vegetable crudite and crostini
$45.00
display of fresh fruits
cantelope, honeydew, pineapple, grapes, strawberries and other seasonal berries, served with a fruit yogurt dip
$55.00
display of fresh fruits with three cheeses and crackers
brie, blue and boursin cheeses with bountiful fruit garnishes
$65.00
a wreath of petite fresh fruit kab0bs
6” skewers with chunked fruits, grapes and berries, centered by a fruit yogurt dip
$65.00
creamy spinach dip served in a bread loaf bowl
homemade spinach dip recipe presented in a hollowed out bread loaf, with fresh bread cubes for service
$40.00
savory 9” cheesecake torta
original recipe dip presentation, either with sun-dried tomatoes, or smoked salmon, crostini for dipping
$40.00
southwest volcano, bean and salsa dip
refried beans, seasoned and jelled, molded in a bundt pan and garnished with assorted vegetables and cheeses. served with salsa to fill the middle, and fresh cooked flour tortilla chips for dipping
$45.00
poached fresh salmon mousse
classic escoffier preparation, seasoned with coarse mustard and dill. presented from a bundt cake mold and garnished with seasoned cream cheese, crostini for spreading
$45.00
chilled lump crab and herbed cheese dip
garlic, parmesan and dill seasoned cream cheese, topped with fresh diced tomatoes and pesto, covered with lump blue crab meat, and accompanied by crostini for dipping
$50.00
wrap it up!
flour tortilla’s filled with shredded lettuce, seasoned sour cream, cheese and vegetables, then either grilled chicken breast, or refied pinto and black beans. rolled, toothpicked and sliced thick,
$65.00 (
served with salsa for an additional kick!)wild caught georgia shrimp
5 lbs. of local caught, never imported, shrimp. peeled and deveined, then seasoned and poached.
served with our signature creole remoulade and cocktail sauces
$95.00
display of imported smoked salmon
2 lbs. of sliced fillet, hand-rolled and arranged with the classic garnishes of chopped eggs, sour cream, minced red onions and capers, crostini for accompaniment
$90.00
poached fresh salmon
slow cooked in court boullion, chilled and displayed with piped seasoned cream cheese; accompanied with sour cream dill sauce, and crostini for spreading
whole salmon: $165.00
(serves 50 + ), ˝ salmon: $85.00 ( serves 20-25 )display of slow roasted turkey
herb infused, and roasted whole turkey, de-boned, sliced and displayed with pesto mayonnase and honey-mustard. silver dollar biscuits for sandwich making included
$75.00
display of low country style pork tenderloin
creole spiced and slow roasted for optimum flavor, served with orange marmalade mustard and silver dollar biscuits for sandwich making
$85.00
display of medium-rare tenderloin of beef
creole seasoned, then, slow roasted to perfection. sliced and served up with horseradish sauce, spicy dijon mustard sauce and sliced baguette for sandwich making
$185.00
baked dips and spreads
baked brie en croute (
with pepperidge farm crackers)a ˝ kilo section of ripe brie, encased in puff pastry and ready to bake.
choose from the following fillings:
1) apricot and pecan, 2) raspberry and almond, 3) italian pesto and garlic
$28.00
chili con queso dip
a blend of mexican style cheeses, salsa, jalapeno’s and black olives, served up with fresh cooked flour tortilla chips, bring on the napkins!
$35.00
baked spinach and artichoke dip
artichoke hearts, spinach, and a light sour cream, mushroom, pepper and onion sauce, loaded with cheese and ready to bake. comes with crostini for dipping
$45.00
baked southwest taco style dip
layers of refried beans, spicy taco-style ground beef, peppers, onions, tomatoes, sour cream and melted cheeses, served with fresh cooked flour tortilla’s
$45.00
baked lump crab au gratin
tneder blue crab, cheeses and a sherried cream sauce with peppers, onions and mushrooms, topped with a crunchy parmesan crust and served with crostini
$60.00
potted new orleans style oyster and gruyere cheese au gratin
fresh oysters, garlic, sherry, green onions and imported Gruyere cheese, topped with a crunchy parmesan crust and served with crostini
$70.00
clams casino au gratin
lightly poached clams baked in a cheesey garlic butter sauce. topped with a crunchy parmesan crust and served with crostini
$75.00
beef stroganoff dip
petit tenderloin tips, mushrooms, onions and a sour cream sauce with provolone cheese and
a parmesan crust
served with fresh baguette slices for service
$75.00
active buffet stations
we are proud to offer our catered and attended, buffet stations. the following offerings will entice your guests, add a focal point to the event and treat your guests to the pleaseure of having their selection prepared individually right before them.
all stations require the service of a chef attendant and will be charged a $80.00 service fee for the event, based upon 1 attendant per 100 guests.
the carving station
the carving station can be utilized for dinner service, or for cocktail buffet service. the numbers where yeild is indicated reflects the difference between the two types of service, with dinner service having the lower yield, reflecting more generous portions for dinner serivce.
# we suggest at least two meat choices for parties larger then 50 guests #
we will substitute a warm mushroom sauce for a cold condiment on any of the items listed below
roasted black angus tenderloin of beef
served with petit dinner rolls, horseradish sauce, spicy mustard sauce and mayonnaise
$185.00
( serves 20-40 people)roasted inside round of beef
served with petit dinner rolls, horseradish sauce, spicy mustard sauce and mayonnaise
$125.00 (
serves 60-100 people)herb-crusted roasted loin of pork
served with petit dinner rolls, horseradish sauce, spicy mustard sauce and mayonnaise
$75.00
(1/2 of a loin serves 12-25 people)$125.00
(a whole pork lioin serves 35-60)baked honey and brown sugar glazed spiral ham
served with petit dinner rolls, honey-mustard sauce, spicy mustard sauce and mayonnaise
$125.00
( based upon a 9 lb. butt section ham, serving 20-40 people)herb crusted whole roasted turkey
served with petit dinner rolls, horseradish sauce, honey- mustard sauce and mayonnaise
$100.00
( based upon a 20 lb. turkey, serving 25-50 people)cajun style deep-fried turkey
seasoned and injected with a spicy marinade overnight, then deep-fried on-site for optimum flavor
cost reflects the use of a propane gas burner and pot, and 3 gallons of oil for frying
a 12-14 lb. turkey is the only size availabe for this presentation
served with petit dinner rolls, honey-mustard sauce, spicy mustard sauce and mayonnaise
$100.00
( serves 15-25 people)$60.00 for each additional turkey
carving stations will require the rental of a heat lamp set-up for each item chosen, at a cost of $25.00 per heat lamp, this includes the cutting board set up, and garnishment of the station for a pleasing appearance
the pasta station
here is where the action really starts. your guests will be treated to a pasta dish made right before them, where they can choose what they have. this elevates the party you are having from the ordinary, to the extraordinary as your guests get to compare each others personal tastes and receive an extra level of service.
the gourmet pasta station
this is best for smaller groups of less then 75 people, due to the length of time it takes for individual preparation of the pasta entrée
choices availble for your guests at this station include:
fresh herb- alfredo sauce and marinara sauce, olive oil, pesto, white wine, garlic, italian sausage, shrimp, mushrooms. black olives, tomatoes, onions, peppers, roasted pine nuts or pecans, broccoli and asparagus
shredded asiago and parmesan cheeses, angel hair and rotini pasta complete the meal!
$15.00 per person
the banquet-style pasta station
best suited for groups larger than 75 people, they still will have options, but the pasta entrées will be offered as two choices, prepared on-site by the chef/attendant, and served from chafing dishes, thus speeding up the service time, and allowing for better guest service.
pasta selection #1
rottini tossed with fresh vegetables in a pesto-alfredo sauce
pasta selection #2
wide egg nodles combined with roasted italian sausage in mushroom marinara sauce
pasta selection #3
asian style with grilled chicken breast and oriental vegetables tossed with pasta in a teriyaki flavor demi-glace
$8.50 per person
substitute cheese tortellini for any pasta: add $2.50
add shrimp to any pasta dish: Add $4.00
station garnishes include shredded asiago and grated parmesan cheeses, black olives and toasted pine nuts.
add garlic bread to the station for an additional $1.00 per person
the tempura station
with two gas-fired woks working double time, your guests will be entertained, and well fed as they help cook their own skewered meats and vegetables while gathered around the table. choose one of the following styles for your event.
oriental style
skewered blanched vegetables in a light tempura batter, or marinated pork and chicken pieces ready for cooking. served with a combination of spicy mustard sauce, sweet and sour sauce, plum sauce and horseradish sauce for dipping
low country style
beer battered chicken or shrimp pieces accented with coconut, fried green tomato pieces, and other vegetables for cooking will be a hit with anyone. dipping sauces include: honey-mustard, marmalade- horseradish and creole remoulade sauce
$10.00 per person
low country deviled crab and quesadilla station
our signature deviled crab cakes with creole remoulade sauce, prepared on-site and served up from a chafing dish. they are paired with a southwest counterpart of flour tortillas filled with cheese, peppers, bacon and onions grilled and served hot with sour cream, salsa and chopped green onions
$8.00 per person
southern grits bar
southen style stone-ground grits, slow cooked and creamy. your guests will be able to choose a variety of toppers to have cooked by the chef, and served over their grits.
choices include: shrimp, keilbasa sausage, ham, cheese, tomatoes, peppers, onions and broccoli
$8.00 per person
the italian rissotto station
capture a taste of italy. creamy arborio rice bursting with flavor and fresh herbs, your guests can choose from a combination of shrimp, italian sausage, ham, italian cheeses and a variety of fresh vegetables to have cooked and served over their rissotto.
$10.00 per person
mashed potato-tini bar
real mashed potatoes with roasted garlic and chives, served up in a martini glass are sure to liven up any event. ask the chef to prepare a topping for their glass from the following fresh options: chopped bacon, onions, peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, sour cream, mixed cheeses and asparagus tips
$8.00 per person
pre-set cocktail party examples
having troulbe deciding on a menu for your event? here are some examples of what other clients have chosen for their parties, to help you get started on yours.
applicable sales tax, equipment rentals and service fees are not included in the quoted prices
cocktail party menu #1
display of fresh fruits with three cheeses and crackers
brie, blue and boursin cheeses with bountiful fruit garnishes
display of fresh vegetables with a dill dip
8 different vegetables, some lightly blanched for taste and appearance
chilled lump crab and herbed cheese dip
garlic, parmesan and dill seasoned cream cheese, topped with fresh diced tomatoes and pesto, covered with lump blue crab meat, and accompanied by crostini for dipping
trio of cold canapes, displayed attractively
make two choices from tier #1, and one choice from tier #2
on the first page of the menu
a duet of hot canapes, served from chafing dishes
make one choice from the tier#1 hot canapes, and one choice from tier #2 hot canapes
$16.00 per person
cocktail party menu #2
display of fresh fruits with three cheeses and crackers
brie, blue and boursin cheeses with bountiful fruit garnishes
display of fresh vegetables with a dill dip
8 different vegetables, some lightly blanched for taste and appearance
display of medium-rare tenderloin of beef
creole seasoned, then, slow roasted to perfection. sliced and served up with horseradish sauce, spicy dijon mustard sauce and sliced baguette for sandwich making
an assortment of 6 varieties of cold canapes
make two choices from each tier#1, #2, and #3
buttermilk fried chicken fingers with honey mustard
baked stuffed mushrooom caps
with spinach, feta cheese, garlic and sun-dried tomatoes
$22.00 per person
cocktail party menu # 3
an assortment of 3 varieties of cold canapes
make one choice from each tier#1, #2, and #3
display of fresh vegetables with a dill dip
8 different vegetables, some lightly blanched for taste and appearance
creamy spinach dip served in a bread loaf bowl
homemade spinach dip recipe presented in a hollowed out bread loaf, with fresh bread cubes for service
a wreath of petit fresh fruit kab0bs
6” skewers with chunked fruits, grapes and berries, centered by a fruit yogurt dip
wild caught georgia shrimp
5 lbs. of local caught, never imported, shrimp. peeled and deveined, then seasoned and poached.
served with our signature creole remoulade and cocktail sauces
display of low country style pork tenderloin
creole spiced and slow roasted for optimum flavor, served with orange marmalade mustard and silver dollar biscuits for sandwich making
baked brie en croute (
with pepperidge farm crackers)a ˝ kilo section of ripe brie, encased in puff pastry and ready to bake.
choose from the following fillings:
1) apricot and pecan, 2) raspberry and almond, 3) italian pesto and garlic
caramelized sweet onion, sherry, and swiss cheese bruschetta
buttermilk fried chicken fingers with honey mustard
$30.00 per person
cocktail party menu #4
display of fresh fruits with three cheeses and crackers
brie, blue and boursin cheeses with bountiful fruit garnishes
an assortment of 3 varieties of cold canapes
make one choice from each tier#1, #2, and #3
creamy spinach dip served in a bread loaf bowl
homemade spinach dip recipe presented in a hollowed out bread loaf, with fresh bread cubes for service
wild caught georgia shrimp5 lbs. of local caught, never imported, shrimp. peeled and deveined, then seasoned and poached.
served with our signature creole remoulade and cocktail sauces
display of medium-rare tenderloin of beef
creole seasoned, then, slow roasted to perfection. sliced and served up with horseradish sauce, spicy dijon mustard sauce and sliced baguette for sandwich making
wrap it up!
flour tortilla’s filled with shredded lettuce, seasoned sour cream, cheese and vegetables, then either grilled chicken breast, or refied pinto and black beans. rolled, toothpicked and sliced thick,
low country deviled crab cakes with creole remoulade baked bruschetta with italian salsa and cheese
chicken cordon bleu puffs
chicken breast, ham, swiss cheese and sour cream in puff pastry
platter of petit cut sweets
key lime, lemon and brownie squares with chocolate dipped strawberries
$40.00 per person
the dinner party buffet
intended as a full meal, rather than pick-up foods
applicable sales tax, equipment rentals and service fees are not included in the quoted prices
a basic dinner buffet on a budget
an assortment of 3 varieties of cold canapes, passed before the meal
make one choice from each tier#1, #2, and #3
fresh garden greens topped with vegetables and cheese
with two dressings
(or)
vegetable pasta salad and creamy cole slaw
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baked chicken tetrazinni
traditional beef lasagna
roast pork loin with gravy
sauteed breast of chicken with fresh herb mushroom sauce
homemade meatloaf with fresh herb mushroom sauce
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sauteed vegetable blend
baked rice pilaf, or pasta
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rolls and butter
platter of petit cut sweets
key lime, lemon and brownie squares with chocolate dipped strawberries
single entrée: $18.00 per person
two entrée’s: $22.00 per person
the low country boil buffet
salad bar
choose three items
fresh garden greens topped with vegetables and cheese
with two dressings
southern style potato salad
creamy cole slaw
orange-almond vinaigrette cole slaw
vinaigrette pasta salad
tomato and cucumber vinaigrette
display of fresh fruit with a carved centerpiece
garlic bread
low country boil
wild georgia shrimp
keilbasa sausage
corn on the cob
baby red potatoes
lemons and cocktail sauce
butter, salt and pepper
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key lime and pecan pie
$25.00 per person
you can add b-b-q chicken for $4.00 per person
a better dinner buffet
build your own menu from the ala carte priced items below
salad choices
basic tossed salad with two dressings…$2.50
caesar salad with bacon…$3.50
mandarin orange-almond salad with baby greens and orange vinaigrette…$3.75
traditional spinach salad…$3.75
baby greens with fresh fruits, toasted nuts, vegetable garnishes and strawberry vinaigrette…$4.25
entrée choices
salisbury beef steak ….$10.00
fresh ground beef, minced vegetables, egg, and bread crumbs; hand-formed and baked, served with a rich and flavorful sour cream mushroom sauce
vegetarian ratatouille provacale
….$10.00a traditional meditteranean dish of eggplant, mushrooms, peppers, onions, tomatoes and zucchini
baked into a rich tomato sauce and smothered in melted cheese
stuffed breast of chicken, with an appropriate sauce
…$13.50filled with one of the following:
sauteed onions, ham and cheese, with a fresh herb supreme sauce
spinach, riccotta and feta cheeese, with a light marinara cream sauce
pepperoni, fresh spinach and provolone cheese , with a traditional marinara sauce
sauteed breast of chicken parmigiana
….$15.00coated with fresh bread crumbs, and sauteed, then baked with marinara sauce and a blend of italian cheeses
sliced roasted tenderloin of pork.
...$12.50italian style, topped with sun-dried tomato and fresh basil demi-glace
hunter-style, with sauteed onions and mushrooms in madiera au jus
oriental style, with pineapple teriyaki sauce
scallopine of veal….$17.00
hunter style with sauteed onions and mushrooms in madiera au jus
ala parmigiana-see description above
piccatta style, with sherried, lemon-caper butter sauce
topped with sauteed shrimp, fresh tomatoes, basil and garlic butter sauce
….$24.00our signature deviled crab cakes with creole remoulade….$15.00
lump, and claw blue crabmeat prepared with our own recipe
fresh stuffed fillet of fish
….$20.00grouper, or flounder filled with a crabmeat stuffing, served with a light fresh herb buttercream sauce
shrimp creole
….$17.00slap yo’ mama, prepared in the traditional manner in a spicy tomato sauce and served with white rice
shirmp, chicken and sausage gumbo
….$22.00a cajun dark roux sauce rich with jumbo shrimp, grilled chicken breast, keilbasa sausage, onions, peppers, fresh okra and tomatoes, served with white rice
a carving station
talk to the chef regrding incorporating a carving station into your buffet menu pricing will depend upon what item is chosen
side dishes
oven roasted parmesan new potatoes….$2.00
potatoes ala lyonnaise….$2.50
twice baked new potatoes….$2.50
baked rice pilaf….$1.75
wild rice pilaf….$3.50
sauteed vegetables….$2.00
fresh green beans with almond-lemon butter….$2.75
broccoli, cauliflower and baby carrots in fresh herb buttersauce….$3.25
buttered asparagus….$4.00
garlic bread….$1.25
crusty dinner rolls with butter….$1.00
hand-made buttermilk biscuits with honey-butter….$2.00
FRESH BAKED CORN MUFFINS WITH HONEY-BUTTER…$2.00
desserts
basic fruit pies, or pecan pie….$2.50
key lime, or other cream pies….$3.00
cheesecakes….$3.50
decorated layer cakes….$3.50
coffee, iced tea, or bottled water…...$1.25