Premium Dining Experience
You are about to embark on an epic food journey. A little about Good Buds… It’s a family run business created by passionate people dedicated to changing the entire dining experience. We’re all about food. When you and your guests dine with us, it will be an unforgettable moment from start to finish.
Brunch Buffet Menu
Good Buds Catering is pleased to offer Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner buffets for your next catered event. Choose from a traditional menu with our tasty twist or something very exotic. Don’t see what you’re looking for? Tell us about the foods you like, and we’ll customize a menu for you and your guests.
Fluffy Pancakes with a variety of syrups and jams
Sausage links or Bacon
Assorted Pastries (Danishes, Croissants, Muffins)
Gourmet Hash brown Potatoes
Scrambled Eggs
Waffles with Whipped Cream and a Variety Toppings
Fried Chicken Cutlets
Yogurt Parfait
Baked Eggs
Cheesy Breakfast Potato Casserole
Buljol
Curry Chickpea
West Indian Scrambled Eggs (Tomatoes, Onions and Hot Peppers)
Aloo Pies
West Indian Sausage Patty
Exotic Fruit Salad
Assorted West Indian Breads
Rice Pilaf
Orzo Pasta Salad
Broccoli Salad
Egg Frittata
Exotic Fruit Salad
Salmon in Creamy Dill Sauce
Baked Chicken Legs
Quiche Florentine
Lunch Buffet Menu
Tantalize your taste buds with our scrumptious lunch options. Hosting an event and need to impress some picky eaters? Look no further, our lunch buffet options will impress even the most discerning palates. Spice it up with a culinary adventure your guests never forget.
Creamy Wild Mushroom Bisque
50-50 blend of Pork & Beef Sliders
Perfectly Roasted Wings tossed in Gourmet Sauces
Cajun Spiced Potato Wedges w/ Chive & Garlic Dipping Sauce
Crisp Cucumber, Tomato & Feta Salad with Greek Vinaigrette
Fusilli Pasta Salad w/ Roast Vegetables, Olives & Feta
Mediterranean Chicken Skewers w/ Fresh Lemon
Caprese Salad (basil, tomato & bocconcini topped with reduced balsamic glaze)
Herb, Garlic & Butter basted Black Tiger Prawns
Good Buds Minestrone Soup w/ Kale
Caribbean inspired Rice and Peas
Trinidadian Stew Chicken
Fresh Apple & Mango Slaw w/ Honey Citrus Vinaigrette
Fall-off-the-Bone Oven Baked Jerk Pork Ribs
Roasted Masala Cauliflower w/ Tahini & Lime Dressing
Traditional West Indian Curry Goat
Steamed Basmati Rice
Paratha Roti -or- Dhal Puri Roti
West Indian Yellow Split Peas Dhal
Caribbean Curry Channa w/ Aloo (Potato)
Sautéed Spinach in Garlic & spices finished w/ Coconut Milk
Lunch Menu
Try our lunch combos for a more formal and traditional style lunch. Dine comfortably knowing that everything on the menu is made to order using chef selected highest quality and fresh ingredients.
A carefully selected 4oz cut of Salmon delicately seasoned and topped with fresh lemon and dill. The salmon is baked to perfection and then glazed with Maple Syrup and Tamari sauce; Served w/ pilaf of rice & asparagus in a rich white wine butter sauce.
Oven Roasted Crispy Chicken served w/ Buffalo Sauce made from our house-made Island Hot Sauce… Be careful, a little goes a long way; served w/cornbread & Mango-apple slaw.
The perfect blend of beef and pork formed into a delicious 1⁄2 lb patty, then enclosed between two buns, avocado, lettuce, tomato and our signature Sapodilla-Tamarind BBQ sauce; served with Cajun Spiced Potato Wedges & Classic Coleslaw w/ Tangy Citrus Vinaigrette.
Warm spinach (or Regular) flour Tortilla stuffed with slow braised pulled pork, corn and tomato salsa, fresh pico de gallo, Mexican Rice, guacamole and queso fresco; served w/ Good Buds Fresh Garden Salad.
Finely chopped herbs, tomatoes, cucumbers and aromatics mixed with Israeli couscous then lightly dressed with Fresh Lime juice and EVOO; served w/ Mushroom, Eggplant, Bell Peppers and halloumi.
Our delicious warm paratha -or- dhal puri roti stuffed with our tasty West Indian curry chicken and potato; served w/ Tomato & Cucumber tossed salad.
Dinner Buffet Menu
Dinner time is our time to shine. We offer a unique array of options to suit the palette of any guest. All of our dinner menu items are prepared fresh using our carefully selected spices and herbs. Choose from one of our specifically designed menus or create one of your own using these items as your guideline.
AAA Baron of Beef Roast w/ Good Buds Signature Spice Rub
Herb Roasted Chicken Legs
Yorkshire pudding
Yellow Potato and Cauliflower Mash w/ House-made Beef Gravy
Chef Selected Seasonal Mixed Vegetables in a Savory Sauce
Gourmet Macaroni & Cheese with our signature cheese Blend Fruit and Nut Garden Salad
Manitoba Naturally Raised Lamb Chops with Mint Pistou
Mediterranean Braised Chicken Cacciatore
Wild Rice Pilaf
Roasted Yellow Potatoes with fresh herbs and butter
Broccolini sautéed in garlic and butter*
Roasted Heirloom Tomatoes w/ raspberry balsamic Reduction*
Spinach and Fennel Salad w/ Herb Feta Crumble
Chicken Souvlaki Skewers w/ Fresh Lemon
Greek-Style Baked Black Cod w/ Olives & Capers
Roasted Yellow Potatoes drizzled w/ Lemon Butter
Good Buds Greek Salad w/ Kalamata Olives
Mediterranean Rice Pilaf
Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables
West Indian Style Jerk Chicken Legs
Good Buds Curry Goat w/ Paratha Roti
Coconut Basmati Rice & Peas
Trinidadian Macaroni Pie w/ our signature cheese Blend
Mango Apple Slaw w/ fresh citrus vinaigrette
Masala Roasted Cauliflower w/ Tahini Dressing
Pear & Prosciutto Stuffed Chicken Breast
Swedish Braised Bison Meatballs
Whipped Sweet Potato Mash
Butternut Squash Au Gratin w/ our signature cheese blend
Mixed Artisan Greens w/ Fresh Fruit & Goat Cheese
Green Bean Almondine
Slow Braised Pulled Beef Carnitas
Chilli Lime Chicken (Substitute w/ Shrimp or Fish)
Corn & Black Bean Salsa
Pineapple Pico De Gallo
Creamy Cilantro Slaw &/or Mango Apple Slaw
Cumin Lime Crema
Blue Corn Tortilla & Hard-Shell Tacos*
Restaurant Style Taco Chips w/ signature spice blend
Osso Bucco
Garlic & Butter Basted Prawns
Wild Mushroom Rice Pilaf/Wild Mushroom Risotto (only available w/ on site service)
Good Buds Big Italian Salad
Heirloom Tomato & Eggplant Parmesan Stacker*
Fresh Baked Focaccia Bread
Dinner Menu
We are pleased to present our collection of delectable cuisine options, expertly crafted and available for your next special occasion.
Raised in Manitoba. Bison short ribs are braised in an unctuous red wine and bison demiglace alongside some classic root vegetables; served with a silky-smooth celeriac puree with red wine reduction sauce.
Brined for 24 hours then roasted hormone free 1⁄4 Chicken, finished with our house made Cranberry Glaze; served with Creamy Cauliflower Mash & Spicy Roasted Corn-on-the-cob.
Grass-fed locally sourced Double cut Lamb chop crusted with our house-made rub, pan seared and roasted to medium doneness; served with Pilaf of Rice & Roasted tomato and zucchini.
Canadian wild caught Salmon baked to perfection and glazed with our tangy passionfruit and orange marmalade; served with zesty orzo and charred vegetables.
Scratch made spinach fettucine tossed in a coconut curry cream sauce and topped with crisp tofu bites & roasted vegetables.
Generously seasoned all-natural Tomahawk steak grilled to a juicy medium rare; served with aged cheddar duchess potatoes, maple pecan carrots & garlicy rapini.
Tenderloin from naturally raised Manitoba beef enclosed in a flaky puff pastry layered with wild mushroom duxelles and creamy spinach; served with garlic and thyme fondant potatoes, grilled asparagus and peppers.
Seasoned panko crusted 5oz Chicken breast stuffed with whipped brie, spinach and tender artichoke; served with fluffy garlic and parmesan potatoes topped with classic chicken gravy.
Latin American inspired Adobo chicken cooked in a chorizo and saffron rice; served with refried beans, crispy plantain and topped with fresh pico de gallo.
Appetizers, Soups, Salads, and More!
We present to you an extensive selection of culinary delights, featuring a variety of appetizers, soups, salads, desserts, platters, and action stations. Each dish has been meticulously crafted with the finest ingredients to deliver a truly delightful experience. Whether you are seeking a light appetizer or a satisfying entree, our menu offers something for every mood.
Appetizers
We invite you to indulge in our carefully curated culinary offerings, which are sure to leave a lasting impression. Our attentive chefs and stewards will be at your service, ready to assist. Experience our delectable menu and exceptional service for yourself.
Curry Chicken drumstick Lollipops
Tandoor Chicken drumstick Lollipops
Jerk Chicken drumstick Lollipops
Geera Pulled Pork Sliders
Trinidadian Stew Beef Sliders
West Indian Patties (Beef, Chicken or Vegetarian)
Curry Chicken Taquitos
Curry Beef Taquitos
Chicken Wings (Cajun, mango-habanero, pineapple-jalapeno, honey garlic, buffalo, etc.)
West Indian Spring Rolls (Beef, Chicken or Vegetarian)
Jerk Chicken Meatballs
Oxtail Tacos w/ Pico de gallo and cotija cheese)
Mini Caribbean Meat Pies
Stew Chicken Steam Buns (Pork, Beef or Vegetarian)
Manchurian Chili Chicken
Chicken Satay Sliders
Island Spiced Lamb Skewers (Chicken, Beef, Vegetarian or Pork)
Pineapple Pork Skewers
Caribbean Arancini
Chicken Puffs
Coconut Shrimp
Pepper Shrimp
Fish and Bake Bites
Accra (Cod Fish Fritter)
Manchurian Fish Bites
Bandanya Shrimp
Garlic and Butter Shrimp
Island spiced shrimp with pineapple salsa
Seared Sea Scallops with a Mandarin Orange Reduction
Chili Lime Scallops
Shrimp Rangoon
Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms
Buljol and Coconut Bake Bites
Seafood Ceviche on a mini plantain tostones
Aloo Pie (Caribbean potato empanada)
Doubles (stew chickpeas w/ bara, tamarind sour)
Saheena (bara w/ spinach)
Phoulorie (ground split pea fritters)
West Indian Spring Rolls
Samosa Spring Rolls
West Indian Patties
Manchurian Gobi (crispy cauliflower)
Chickpea and Avocado Bruschetta
Mini Portobello Brie Sliders
Goat Cheese and Fig Puffs
Aloo (potato) Ball
Panko Paneer w/ mango chili sauce
Falafel Bites
Caprese Skewers
Mediterranean Vegetable bites (Flatbread, beet
hummus, herb feta, marinated veggies)
wild mushroom arancini
Manchurian Paneer Sliders
Mediterranean Veg Crostini
Polenta Bites
Roasted Veggie Tapenade on a Sweet Potato Crisp
Soups & Salads
Try our exquisite selection of sides, ranging from savory soups to refreshing salads that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Our menu of carefully curated dishes will cater to a broad range of palates. We would be honored to have you as our guests and provide you with an exceptional dining experience. We assure you that our expertly crafted sides will leave an enduring impression. Thank you for considering us, and we look forward to serving you soon.
West Indian Callaloo Soup w/ Wild-caught Crab
A mixture of hearty greens (Taro leaves, Collard, Spinach) and coconut milk with sweet crab
Roasted Cream-of-Corn Soup w/ Grilled Prawns
A delicious combination of charred aromatics and grilled corn in a savory bisque finished with large chunks of grilled prawns
Beef and Tofu Egg Drop Soup
An Asian inspired soup with bone broth, slow braised beef, tofu and egg white egg drops
Potato & Leek Soup
A classic cream-based soup made from white potatoes and fresh leeks
Curry Butternut Squash
A thick and creamy soup made with butternut squash and our signature curry blend finished with thickened coconut milk
Gourmet Cream of Mushroom
A bountiful blend of gourmet mushrooms (Chanterelles, Porcini, Creminis)
Mango Apple Slaw W/ Honey Citrus Vinaigrette
A refreshing slaw to awaken your tastebuds made of sweet mangoes, tart apple, jicama, cabbage, peppers and dressed w/ tangy honey citrus vinaigrette
Caribbean Chopped Salad
Crisp green leaf lettuce mixed with chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, red bell peppers, grilled pineapple and kumquats drizzled with a clementine vinaigrette
Fusilli Pasta Salad
Fusilli pasta cooked al dente with roasted seasonal vegetables and bocconcini tossed in a sweet pea dressing
Creamy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
Mouth-watering pieces of seasoned grilled chicken breast tossed with rigatoni pasta and garlicy Caesar dressing then topped with Parmesan Reggiano
Classic Caesar Salad
With house dressing, garlic butter croutons, smoky bacon and parmesan petals
Tabbouleh Salad
Israeli couscous mixed tomatoes, bell peppers, mushroom, onion and feta mixed in with a bright lemon olive oil dressing
Bacon & Broccoli Chopped Salad
Crispy bacon pieces tossed with chopped broccoli, onions, almonds and sable grapes in a creamy honey apple cider dressing
Cobb Salad
Leafy greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, avocadoes, bacon, hard boiled eggs and grilled chicken is arranged majestically and served w/ Red-Wine vinaigrette
Asian Rice Noodle Salad
A salad of julienned bell peppers, cucumbers, carrots, Thai basil, lettuce and cilantro on sits on top of rice noodles served with sweet chili garlic vinaigrette
Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Orzo pasta is mixed with onions, bell peppers, zucchini, tomatoes, black olives and an herbaceous olive oil vinaigrette
Spinach salad
Tender baby spinach, crisp apples, avocadoes, dried cranberries, spiced pecans and goat cheese balls topped with raspberry vinaigrette
Caprese Salad
Traditional Italian salad with thick cut heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil leaves topped with herbs, olive oil and a strawberry fig reduced balsamic glaze
Stations, Platters, Desserts
Add sophistication to your next event by adding an action station to your meal or buffet. One of our chefs will get suited up and perform a cooking task right in front of your eyes; whether it be carving carefully prepared meats or preparing part of the meal right then and there, it will definitely impress your crowd.
- Meat Carving Stations
- Baron of Beef seasoned heavily with Garlic & Rosemary
- Prime Rib served with Au Jus & Creamy Horseradish
- Tenderloin of Pork stuffed with Spinach, currents and walnuts
- Chops cut from the Rack of Lamb (2 Pieces/person) $15 Whole Turkey Breast
- Fillet of Salmon w/ Maple glaze topped w/ walnut gremolata
- Novelty Stations
- Omelette Bar with meat and vegetable options
- Hot Dog and Smokie Station
- Taco & Nacho Bar
- Wing Bar
- Doubles Bar
- Jerk Hut
- Stuffed Roti station
Charcuterie Display/Grazing Table
Variety of premium meats, cheeses, olives & pickles, & so much more!
Cheese Platter
Variety of imported & domestic cheeses w/ assortment of crackers & crostini’
Deli Platter
Variety of shaved deli meats with traditional accompaniments and rolls
Fruit Display
Dainties and Dessert
Vegetable Platter
With House made Ranch Dip
Apple & Almond Baked Brie in a Puffed Pastry
Served with assorted crackers
Sandwich Platters
Variety of Meat & Vegetarian Options prepared in house
Pine Tart A la Mode
Sweet pineapple jam in flaky pastry served w/ vanilla bean ice cream
Salara Bun
A roulade of creamy coconut & bread topped w/condensed milk icing
Rasmalai
Sweet ricotta cheese patty soaked in a rich coconut sauce
Mango panna cotta
With fresh almond whip cream
Lemon raspberry white chocolate torte
Salted caramel pecan torte
…and a traditional assortment of dainties & desserts
FAQ
All bookings are tentative and subject to change by Good Buds Catering until a contract has been filled out and duly signed; a deposit has been paid and credit card information has been provided.
A deposit of 50% up $1000 is due upon confirmation of the event. Final billing is completed after the event at which time an invoice will be sent to you via email. Final payment is required within 5 days from final billing. Late payments will be subject to interest of 2 % per month on the outstanding balance. Good Buds Catering accepts Cash, E-Transfer, Cheque (payable to Good Buds Catering), Visa or MasterCard.
In the event of a cancellation, Good Buds Catering will refund 100% of the booking deposit if the request for cancellation is done so within 30 days of the function. If cancellation request is less than 30 days prior to the function; the deposit will not be refunded.
For all meal functions, the guaranteed number attending must be communicated no later than 5 business days prior to the function. If the guaranteed number is not received, the billing shall be made out for the number of people for which the function was originally booked or the number of people who actually attend the function, whichever is higher. Menu selections must be submitted a minimum of two (2) weeks prior to the function to ensure availability of most selections, proper staffing and coordination of the event.
Good Buds Catering will substitute ingredients for religious beliefs and/or dietary restrictions providing that this information is conveyed to Good Buds Catering a minimum of two (2) weeks prior to the function. Additional charges may be applied.
* items: may be subject to seasonal availability.
All prices are current and subject to change without notice until a detailed quote is provided by a Good Buds Catering representative, at which point prices remain fixed and guaranteed until the date of the event.
All products and services are subject to applicable taxes. A 18% gratuity will be applied to all food and beverage charges with parties of 20 guests or more. Food and beverages are subject to Provincial Sales Tax (PST). Food, beverage and gratuity are subject to Goods and Services Tax (GST).
Regrettably, Good Buds Catering does not offer meal tastings, however our staff would be happy to put you in touch with our Chef, who can describe for you in detail the different tastes, presentations and preparations that Good Buds Catering offers.
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