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The Nelson

The Nelson Includes:

  • Four Hors D’oeuvres

Deluxe Nelson

The Deluxe Nelson includes:

  • Four Hors D’oeuvres
  • One Food Display

Grand Nelson

The Grand Nelson Includes:

  • Four Hors D’oeuvres
  • One Chef Action Station
  • One Food Display

The Nelson

The Nelson Reception Includes Your Choice of Four Hors d’ Oeuvres. Coffee and Hot Tea, Available Upon Request. Minimum of 50 Guests. 120 minutes of service.

PER PERSON | 45
ADD PREMIUM BAR, PER PERSON, ONE HOUR | 24
ADD PREMIUM BAR, PER PERSON, TWO HOURS | 40

Enhancements Priced as Indicated.

LIGHT HORS D’OEUVRES | Select Four

Spinach and Brie Wonton ▲
Fig and Red Onion Jam Tartlet   ▲
Sundried Tomato and Garlic Crostini ▲
Crab & Red Pepper Jam Crostini
Mini Nelson Key Lime Pie ▲
Pancetta and Olive Ricotta Crostini
Buffalo Bleu Chicken Tart
Crab Rangoon Phyllo

The Nelson | Enhancements

ENHANCEMENTS
ADD APPETIZER, PER PERSON, PER SELECTION | 10
ADD PATISSERIE, PER PERSON, PER SELECTION | 8
ADD ONE APPETIZER AND TWO PATTISERIE, PER PERSON | 23

APPETIZERS

Three Cheese and Porcini Arancini ▲
Herbed Falafel Tostadas with Olive Crème Fraiche ▲◎
Spicy Tomato Basil Gazpacho Shooter with Cheddar Cheese Crisp ▲ 
Chorizo Potato Croquette with Green Peppercorn Aioli
Mini Pork Al Pastor Tostadas with Pickled Chiles and Queso Fresco ◎ 
Petit BLTs 
Petite Braised Beef Naan
Petite Chicken Masala Naan
Ponzu Spiced Tiger Shrimp Skewer 
Two-Bite Ball Park Burgers
Italian Sausage Meat Balls with Spicy Arrabiata Sauce
Korean Spiced Chicken Sliders

PATISSERIE

Guava Caramel Cheese Éclair with Candied Ginger
Lemon Rosemary Meringue Tartlet 
Black Sesame Mango Matcha Cornet 
Strawberry Passionfruit Basil White Chocolate Truffle with Strawberry Dust
Chocolate Chestnut Cream Shooter with Honeycomb and Blackberries
Chocolate Orange Bizcochitos (Mexican Shortbread Cookies)

Deluxe Nelson

The Nelson Deluxe Reception Includes Your Choice of Four Hors d’ Oeuvres and One Food Display. Coffee and Hot Tea, Available Upon Request. Minimum of 50 Guests. 120 minutes of service.

PER PERSON | 60
ADD PREMIUM BAR, PER PERSON, ONE HOUR | 24
ADD PREMIUM BAR, PER PERSON, TWO HOURS | 40

Enhancements Priced as Indicated.

HORS D’OEUVRES | Select Four

Caprese Dropper ◎
Smoked Cheddar Puffs ▲ 
Artichoke and Feta Fritter ▲
Brie and Raspberry Phyllo ▲
Tomato Jam and Blue Cheese Pita Chip ▲
Chickpea Panisse with Mushroom Duxelles ◎ ▲
Pancetta and Olive Ricotta Crostini
Buffalo Bleu Chicken Tart 
Short Rib Crispy with Jalapeno Marmalade 
Grilled Beef Tartare Cornet 
Bacon Biscuit with Chipotle Pork Loin ◎
Cognac Crab Salad Crostini
Tuna Tartare Cornet 
Crab Rangoon Phyllo 
Spicy Tuna Taco with Guacamole and Wasabi Crème  
Smoked Salmon with Dill Cream Cheese & Fried Capers on Crostini
 Vietnamese Shrimp Toast

FOOD DISPLAYS | Select One

CHOICE OF TWO MASON JARS
Mac & Cheese with BBQ Pulled Pork
Shrimp Scampi with Smoked Cheddar Gritz ◎
Maple Mashed Sweet Potato with Cajun Braised Beef ◎
Stir Fry Mushrooms with Garlic Fried Rice

FROMAGE & FRUIT
Assortment of Imported & Domestic Cheeses Accompanied by Seasonal Fresh Berries,
Dried Fruit & Nuts, Served with Assorted Gourmet Crackers and Breads

Sample Cheeses Include: Aged Cheddar, Midnight Moon, Manchego, Drunken Goat, Boursin, Caramelized Brie, Stilton & Seasonal Selections

OLD WORLD ANTIPASTO
Old-World European Style Assortment of Meats, Cheeses, Marinated Vegetables, Artisan Crackers & Sourdough Crostini

Prosciutto, Hard Salami, Capicola 
Assorted Imported Cheeses, Basil Marinated Mozzarella
Long Stem Artichokes, Mixed Olives, Sundried Tomato
Balsamic Cipollini Onions & Mushrooms, Fresh Cucumbers
Basil Pesto, Lavender Honey
Pickled Sweet Peppers and Vegetables
(Selections may vary based on seasonal availability)

Deluxe Nelson | Enhancements

ENHANCEMENTS
ADD APPETIZER, PER PERSON, PER SELECTION | 10
ADD PATISSERIE, PER PERSON, PER SELECTION | 8
ADD ONE APPETIZER AND TWO PATTISERIE, PER PERSON | 23

APPETIZERS

Three Cheese and Porcini Arancini ▲
Herbed Falafel Tostadas with Olive Crème Fraiche ▲◎
Spicy Tomato Basil Gazpacho Shooter with Cheddar Cheese Crisp ▲ 
Chorizo Potato Croquette with Green Peppercorn Aioli
Mini Pork Al Pastor Tostadas with Pickled Chiles and Queso Fresco ◎ 
Petit BLTs 
Petite Braised Beef Naan
Petite Chicken Masala Naan
Ponzu Spiced Tiger Shrimp Skewer 
Two-Bite Ball Park Burgers
Italian Sausage Meat Balls with Spicy Arrabiata Sauce
Korean Spiced Chicken Sliders

PATISSERIE

Guava Caramel Cheese Éclair with Candied Ginger
Lemon Rosemary Meringue Tartlet 
Black Sesame Mango Matcha Cornet 
Strawberry Passionfruit Basil White Chocolate Truffle with Strawberry Dust
Chocolate Chestnut Cream Shooter with Honeycomb and Blackberries
Chocolate Orange Bizcochitos (Mexican Shortbread Cookies)

PER PERSON UPCHARGE | 3
Smoked Cherry Pistachio Panna Cotta Pops 
Key Lime Tartlet

Grand Nelson

The Grand Nelson Reception Includes One Chef Action Station, Your Choice of Four Hors d’ Oeuvres, and One Food Display. Coffee and Hot Tea, Available Upon Request. Minimum of 50 Guests. 120 minutes of service.

PER PERSON | 75
ADD PREMIUM BAR, PER PERSON, ONE HOUR | 24
ADD PREMIUM BAR, PER PERSON, TWO HOURS | 40

Enhancements Priced as Indicated.

ACTION STATIONS | Select One

KANSAS CITY CARVERY
Slow Roasted & Carved to Order with Fresh Baked Rolls

Your Choice of One:
Prosciutto Wrapped Turkey Breast with Fig-Apple Butter
Apple Cider Brined Pork Tenderloin with Spicy Honey Dijon
House Smoked Prime Rib with Horseradish Sauce

STREET TACO STATION
Served with Warm Flour and Corn Tortillas, Queso Fresco, Pico De Gallo, Roasted Tomatillo Salsa, Fresh Slaw, Sour Cream and Limes

Carnitas Steak ◎◊
Chicken Tinga ◎◊
Achiote Roasted Vegetables △◊

GOURMET SLIDERS | Select Two
Served with Pretzel & Brioche Rolls, with Pommes Frites & Ketchup
Angus Beef with Smoked Cheddar Cheese, Tomato Jam & Dill Pickles
Smoked Salmon Slider with Dill Crème Fraiche
Falafel Slider with Avocado Mint Crema ▲
Korean Spiced Chicken Sliders

ADDITIONAL CHARGE PER PERSON | 10
THE BBQ STATION
Served with Fresh Baked Rolls

Three Cheese Mac & Cheese
Crispy German Potato Salad ◎ ▲
Fresh Green Beans ◎◊▲
Carved House Smoked Brisket ◎◊
Pineapple Braised Pulled Pork ◎◊

ADDITiONAL CHARGE PER PERSON | 10
THE BBQ STATION
Served with Fresh Baked Rolls

Three Cheese Mac & Cheese
Crispy German Potato Salad ◎ ▲
Fresh Green Beans ◎◊▲
Carved House Smoked Brisket ◎◊
Pineapple Braised Pulled Pork ◎◊

ADDITIONAL CHARGE PER PERSON | 10
HAWAIIAN SURFRIDER POKE 
Bowls crafted with Two Bases, Two Proteins, Four Garnishes and Two Sauces

BASE OPTIONS
Sticky Rice, Wild Rice, Couscous
PROTEIN
Poached Shrimp, Seared Tuna, Seabass Ceviche, Grilled Tofu
GARNISH
Wakame Salad, Edamame, Pickled Ginger, Pickled Cucumber, Avocado Mousse, Spiced Carrots, Red Cabbage
SAUCE OPTIONS
Ponzu Sauce, House Teriyaki, Spicy Poke Aioli, Wasabi Crème Fraiche

HORS D’OEUVRES | Select Four

Caprese Dropper ◎
Smoked Cheddar Puffs ▲
Artichoke and Feta Fritter ▲
Brie and Raspberry Phyllo ▲
Tomato Jam and Blue Cheese Pita Chip ▲
Chickpea Panisse with Mushroom Duxelles ◎▲
Pancetta and Olive Ricotta Crostini
Buffalo Bleu Chicken Tart 
Short Rib Crispy with Jalapeno Marmalade 
Grilled Beef Tartare Cornet 
Bacon Biscuit with Chipotle Pork Loin ◎
Cognac Crab Salad Crostini
Tuna Tartare Cornet 
Crab Rangoon Phyllo 
Spicy Tuna Taco with Guacamole and Wasabi Crème
Smoked Salmon with Dill Cream Cheese & Fried Capers on Crostini
Vietnamese Shrimp Toast

FOOD DISPLAY | Select One

MARKET CRUDITÉ
Grilled Roasted, Raw & Marinated Seasonal Vegetables
with Tahini Dressing & Miso-Ranch Crème Fraiche
Artichoke Hearts, Asparagus, Broccoli, Carrots, Celery, Green Beans,
Red & Yellow Peppers, Squash, Olives, Mushrooms, Grape Tomatoes & Zucchini
(Vegetable Selections may vary based on Seasonal Availability)

CHOICE OF TWO MASON JARS
Mac & Cheese with BBQ Pulled Pork
Shrimp Scampi with Smoked Cheddar Gritz ◎
Maple Mashed Sweet Potato with Cajun Braised Beef ◎
Stir Fry Mushrooms with Garlic Fried Rice

FROMAGE & FRUIT
Assortment of Imported & Domestic Cheeses Accompanied by Seasonal Fresh Berries,
Dried Fruit & Nuts, Served with Assorted Gourmet Crackers and Breads

Sample Cheeses Include: Aged Cheddar, Midnight Moon, Manchego, Drunken Goat, Boursin, Caramelized Brie, Stilton & Seasonal Selections

OLD WORLD ANTIPASTO
Old-World European Style Assortment of Meats, Cheeses, Marinated Vegetables, Artisan Crackers & Sourdough Crostini

Prosciutto, Hard Salami, Capicola 
Assorted Imported Cheeses, Basil Marinated Mozzarella
Long Stem Artichokes, Mixed Olives, Sundried Tomato
Balsamic Cipollini Onions & Mushrooms, Fresh Cucumbers
Basil Pesto, Lavender Honey
Pickled Sweet Peppers and Vegetables
(Selections may vary based on seasonal availability)

A La Carte Offerings

Hors D’oevres

VEGGIE SELECTIONS – PER 100 PIECES | 400

CAPRESE DROPPER ◎
Baby Heirloom Tomato, Mozzarella Bocconcini, Basil Pesto, Golden Balsamic Glaze

SPINACH AND BRIE WONTON
Olive Tapenade

RED ONION JAM TARTLET
Fig, Honey

YUKON GAUFRETTE
Sundried Tomato & Garlic Spread

FRIED PITA CHIP
Tomato Jam, Blue Cheese

STUFFED POTATO HASH CAKE
Smoked Blue Cheese – Poblano Onion Jam

TRUFFLED ARANCINI
Cheese Fonduta, Mushroom Duxelles

ARTICHOKE CHEESE FRITTER
Tomato Escabeche Sauce

SMOKED CHEDDAR HUSHPUPPY

SPANAKOPITA

Spinach, Feta

MAC N’ CHEESE BITES
Four Cheese Fondue

PRETZEL BITES
Cheddar Beer Sauce

MEAT SELECTIONS – PER 100 PIECES | 500

PETIT BLT
Smoked Bacon Jam, Heirloom Tomato, Micro Greens, Multi-Grain, Spicy Mayo

GREEN CURRY CHICKEN SALAD
Gougere, Red Onion/Raisin Jam

BACON CHEDDAR BISCUIT ◎
Roasted Pork Loin, Watermelon Chipotle Salsa

GRILLED STEAK TARTAR
Mango Salsa – Crispy Wonton

POTATO CROQUETTE
Chorizo, Camembert Cheese, Parmesan and Green Pepper Aioli

MINT CRUSTED LAMB LOLLIPOP
Charmoula

CRISPY DUCK BREAST “A LA PLANCHA”
Raspberry Pomegranate Gastrique

HAM AND ROASTED PEPPER FRITTER
Preserved Lemon Aioli

MEATLOAF GRINDER
Cream Cheese, Italian Sausage, Secret Sauce

POT STICKERS
Fried or Steamed, Pork, Char Sui Sauce

KALUA PORK SLIDERS
Teriyaki, Asian Slaw

CHICKEN DRUMETTE
Spicy BBQ or Kimchi Vinaigrette

FISH SELECTIONS – PER 100 PIECES | 600

SPICY TUNA TACO
Guacamole, Wasabi Crème Fraiche

SHRIMP SUMMER ROLL
Mint/Basil Salad, Sweet Chili Sauce

SMOKED SALMON RILLETTE
Buckwheat Blini, Lemon Caper Crema

ROASTED CORN JOHNNY CAKE
Poached Shrimp, Tomato Fennel Ragout, Pepper Vanilla Vinaigrette

CORNMEAL CRUSTED SHRIMP
Tomatillo Ketchup

PER PERSON UPCHARGE | 1.50
SPICED LOBSTER PHYLLO PURSE
Smoked Tomato Sabayon

Chef Action Stations

Chef Action Stations are Prepared to Order by our Chefs

KANSAS CITY CARVERY
Slow Roasted & Carved to Order with Fresh Baked Rolls

Your Choice of One:
Prosciutto Wrapped Turkey Breast with Fig-Apple Butter
Apple Cider Brined Pork Tenderloin with Spicy Honey Dijon
House Smoked Prime Rib with Horseradish Sauce

STREET TACO STATION
Served with Warm Flour and Corn Tortillas, Queso Fresco, Pico De Gallo, Roasted Tomatillo Salsa, Fresh Slaw, Sour Cream and Limes

Carnitas Steak ◎◊
Chicken Tinga ◎◊
Achiote Roasted Vegetables △◊

GOURMET SLIDERS | Select Two
Served with Pretzel & Brioche Rolls, with Pommes Frites & Ketchup
Angus Beef with Smoked Cheddar Cheese, Tomato Jam & Dill Pickles
Smoked Salmon Slider with Dill Crème Fraiche
Falafel Slider with Avocado Mint Crema ▲
Korean Spiced Chicken Sliders

THE BBQ STATION
Served with Fresh Baked Rolls

Three Cheese Mac & Cheese
Crispy German Potato Salad ◎ ▲
Fresh Green Beans ◎◊▲
Carved House Smoked Brisket ◎◊
Pineapple Braised Pulled Pork ◎◊

HAWAIIAN SURFRIDER POKE 
Bowls crafted with Two Bases, Two Proteins, Four Garnishes and Two Sauces

BASE OPTIONS
Sticky Rice, Wild Rice, Couscous
PROTEIN
Poached Shrimp, Seared Tuna, Seabass Ceviche, Grilled Tofu
GARNISH
Wakame Salad, Edamame, Pickled Ginger, Pickled Cucumber, Avocado Mousse, Spiced Carrots, Red Cabbage
SAUCE OPTIONS
Ponzu Sauce, House Teriyaki, Spicy Poke Aioli, Wasabi Crème Fraiche

 ▧ This item is best served warm. Passing is not recommended
◎ Made with gluten-free ingredients. The Nelson-Atkins is not a gluten-free environment.
▲Meatless △Vegan ◊ Dairy Free

Food Displays

SMALL DISPLAYS | Minimum of 25 Guests

MARKET CRUDITÉ
PER PERSON | 15
Grilled Roasted, Raw & Marinated Seasonal Vegetables
with Tahini Dressing & Miso-Ranch Crème Fraiche
Artichoke Hearts, Asparagus, Broccoli, Carrots, Celery, Green Beans,
Red & Yellow Peppers, Squash, Olives, Mushrooms, Grape Tomatoes & Zucchini
(Vegetable Selections may vary based on Seasonal Availability)

FROMAGE & FRUIT
PER PERSON | 21
Assortment of Imported & Domestic Cheeses Accompanied by Seasonal Fresh Berries,
Dried Fruit & Nuts, Served with Assorted Gourmet Crackers and Breads

Sample Cheeses Include: Aged Cheddar, Midnight Moon, Manchego, Drunken Goat, Boursin, Caramelized Brie, Stilton & Seasonal Selections

JUMBO GULF SHRIMP
PER PERSON | 29
Iced Display with Bloody Mary Cocktail Sauce

LARGE DISPLAYS | Minimum of 50 Guests

MEDITERRANEAN DIPS
PER PERSON | 16
Served with Crostini, Crackers and Grilled Pita Bread

Olive Tapenade, Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Tzatziki and Babaghanoujls

PATISSERIE
PER PERSON | 29A
Guava Caramel Cheese Éclair with Candied Ginger
Lemon Rosemary Meringue Tartlet 
Black Sesame Mango Matcha Cornet 
Strawberry Passionfruit Basil White Chocolate Truffle with Strawberry Dust
Chocolate Chestnut Cream Shooter with Honeycomb and Blackberries
Chocolate Orange Bizcochitos (Mexican Shortbread Cookies)

PER PERSON UPCHARGE | 3
Smoked Cherry Pistachio Panna Cotta Pops 
Key Lime Tartlet

MASON JARS – Select Two
PER PERSON | 25
Mac & Cheese with BBQ Pulled Pork
Shrimp Scampi with Smoked Cheddar Gritz ◎
Maple Mashed Sweet Potato with Cajun Braised Beef ◎
Stir Fry Mushrooms with Garlic Fried Rice

CEVICHE BAR
PER PERSON | 27
Served in a Martini Glasses with Orange & Watermelon Scallop

Yellow Tomato & Avocado Shrimp, Serano Chile & Fennel Salsa

OLD WORLD ANTIPASTO
Old-World European Style Assortment of Meats, Cheeses, Marinated Vegetables, Artisan Crackers & Sourdough Crostini

Prosciutto, Hard Salami, Capicola 
Assorted Imported Cheeses, Basil Marinated Mozzarella
Long Stem Artichokes, Mixed Olives, Sundried Tomato
Balsamic Cipollini Onions & Mushrooms, Fresh Cucumbers
Basil Pesto, Lavender Honey
Pickled Sweet Peppers and Vegetables
(Selections may vary based on seasonal availability)

OCEANS OF SEAFOOD 
PER PERSON | 10 MKT*

Shrimp, King Crab, Oysters on the Half Shell, Salmon Pastrami & Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna
Served with Rye Bread Toast, Lemon-Truffle Butter
Horseradish Cocktail Sauce
Mignonette Sauces
Lemon Wedges
Capers
Red Onion & Diced Egg
Assortment of Fresh, Smoked & Steamed Seafood
(Seafood selections may vary based on seasonal availability)

 ▧ This item is best served warm. Passing is not recommended
◎ Made with gluten-free ingredients. The Nelson-Atkins is not a gluten-free environment.
▲Meatless △Vegan ◊ Dairy Free