The Lodge at Malibou Lake — Wedding Menu Guide

CHEF CORDELIA CATERING

at The Lodge at Malibou Lake

Catering Menus

Premiere Menu

Tray-Passed Appetizers

Choose three to be passed during Cocktail Hour.

Vegetarian

Veggie summer rolls in rice wrap with sesame dipping sauce V, DF
Heart of palm fritters with coriander serrano aioli V
Artichoke fritti with lemon aioli V
Grilled cheese sandwich on country bread with manchego and caramelized fennel V
Crostini with goat cheese and apricots in truffle honey V
Crostini with triple-cream brie and luxardo cherry preserve V
Petite arepas (corn cakes) with guacamole, cotija and pomegranate V, GF
Truffled spinach grilled cheese sandwich V
Pizzette with roasted wild mushrooms, arugula, pecorino, truffle oil V
Shot of tomato basil soup with a mini grilled white cheddar sandwich V
Cumin cashew spread with pickled carrot & cilantro on purple cabbage 'chip' VV, GF, DF
Pommes frites with spicy harissa ketchup & truffle aioli (in paper boats) DF, GF, V
Mexican street corn fritters with crema and Tajín V
Pizzette with basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, pinenuts V

Seafood

Sesame ahi tuna tartare on a wonton crisp with wasabi pickled Persian cucumber DF
Mini oat waffle with crème fraîche, smoked trout, and pickled apple julienne
Seared shrimp on a skewer with lemon dill remoulade GF
Potato pancakes with smoked salmon, crème fraîche and chives
Shot of gazpacho with grilled & chilled spiced shrimp DF, GF
Grilled shrimp quesadilla with mango habanero salsa and crema
Bacon-wrapped shrimp with bourbon BBQ glaze GF, DF
Coconut shrimp beignets with pepper jelly vinaigrette
Shrimp roll on brioche with lemon aioli, dill and chives

Poultry & Meat

Lemongrass chicken skewers with coconut peanut dipping sauce DF
Ginger soy grilled chicken skewers with Korean BBQ sauce DF
Peking duck and shiitake bao buns with plum sauce and scallions DF
Petite croque monsieur with smoked ham, gruyère, and Dijon béchamel
Applewood-smoked bacon-wrapped apricots with rosemary balsamic honey GF, DF
Pizzette with soppressata sausage, castelvetrano olives, fresno chilies, honey drizzle
House-made fennel sausage meatballs with arrabiata sauce for dipping
Grilled skirt steak skewers with herb chimichurri GF, DF
Braised shortrib tortellini in herb butter (in a tasting spoon)
Mediterranean-spiced lamb meatballs with minted labneh dip
Premium Selections
Hamachi tartare with yuzu, avocado mousse, crispy rice GF, DF+$2
Petite crabcakes with lemon dill remoulade +$2
Lobster & scallop ravioli with sherry tomato crème +$3
Mini warm lobster roll on brioche with lemon, butter, fine herbs +$5
Filet mignon tartare on crostini with pickled mustard seeds DF+$2
Harissa grilled lamb chops with wild honey and mint GF, DF+$5
Premiere Menu

Family-Style Dinner

Choose 1 salad + 2 sides + 2 entrées

Salads

Field greens with shaved fennel, fuji apples, spiced pecans, apple cider vinaigrette VV, GF
Field greens with local citrus, heirloom radish, goat cheese, meyer lemon vinaigrette V, GF
Kale & romaine Caesar with rosemary croutons, shaved parmigiano, pinenuts, sherry dressing
Butter lettuce with smoked bacon, cherry tomatoes, herb crème fraîche dressing, chives GF
Arugula with roast beets, goat cheese, toasted hazelnuts, orange vinaigrette V, GF
Arugula with strawberries, ricotta salata, pistachios, champagne vinaigrette V, GF
Little gems with watermelon, feta, cucumber, black olive, mint, lime vinaigrette V, GF
Little gems with crisp apple, marcona almond, parmigiano, apricot, gold balsamic, mint V, GF

Sides

Trio of grilled & roasted seasonal vegetables with chive oil GF, VV
Sautéed green beans with shiitake mushrooms and roasted shallot GF, VV
Roasted cauliflower with pickled raisins, pistachios and caper vinaigrette GF, VV
Sautéed baby bok choy and edamame with ginger and shallots GF, VV
Roasted brussels sprouts with cherries and caramelized onions GF, V
Roasted rainbow heirloom carrots with yuzu and black garlic GF, V
Marinated summer heirloom tomatoes with burrata, torn croutons, basil pesto V
Grilled summer corn off-the-cob with grilled red onion, cotija, and lime GF, V
Herb-roasted fingerling potatoes GF, VV
Rustic mashed yukon gold potatoes with smoked butter GF, V
Potato gratin with gruyère mornay, parsley GF, V
Roasted autumn root veggies (celery root, fennel, carrots, turnips, parsnips, rutabaga) GF, VV
Truffled white cheddar macaroni and cheese V
Casarecce pasta with wild mushrooms, shaved parmigiano, pulled herbs V
Orrechiette with grilled broccolini, caramelized fennel, cherry tomato confit VV
Ricotta ravioli with San Marzano marinara and basil V
Butternut squash ravioli with browned butter and sage, parmigiano V
Spring greens risotto V
Wild mushroom risotto V

Entrées

Meyer lemon & arugula ravioli with spring peas and pecorino V
Quinoa cakes with cashew 'aioli' verde GF, VV
Butter-poached cod with shallot and leek cream sauce GF
Crimson snapper with castelvetrano olive and citrus gremolata GF, DF
Miso-bruleed filet of salmon GF, DF
Roasted salmon with rosemary, grain mustard and brown sugar glaze GF
Pan-seared chicken breast with lemon thyme beurre blanc GF
Grilled chicken breast with herb chimichurri GF, DF
Roasted chicken breast with sherry & apricot agrodolce, toasted pine nuts GF, DF
Achiote grilled chicken breast with grilled pineapple salsa GF, DF
Herb-roasted game hens with grilled lemon GF, DF
Roasted pork tenderloin with savory spiced apples GF
Sesame soy grilled flank steak with Korean BBQ sauce DF
Grilled tri tip with charred tomato salsa GF, DF
Premium Selections
Lacquered short ribs with sesame and scallions GF+$3
Braised short ribs with red wine demi GF+$3
Roasted beef tenderloin with horseradish crème fraîche GF+$5
Grilled New York strip steak with smoked onion butter GF+$5
Harissa grilled lamb chops with wild honey & mint GF, DF+$5
Premiere Menu

Plated Dinner

Choose 1 salad + 3 entrées

First Course Salad

Field greens with shaved fennel, fuji apples, spiced pecans, apple cider vinaigrette VV, GF
Field greens with local citrus, heirloom radish, goat cheese, meyer lemon vinaigrette V, GF
Kale & romaine Caesar with rosemary croutons, shaved parmigiano, toasted pinenuts, sherry dressing
Butter lettuce with smoked bacon, cherry tomatoes, herb crème fraîche dressing, chives GF
Arugula with roast beets, goat cheese, toasted hazelnuts, orange vinaigrette V, GF
Arugula with strawberries, ricotta salata, pistachios, champagne vinaigrette V, GF
Little gem romaine with watermelon, feta, cucumber, black olive, mint, lime vinaigrette V, GF
Little gem romaine with crisp apple, marcona almond, parmigiano, dried apricot, gold balsamic, mint V, GF

Entrées

Buckwheat soba noodles with grilled tofu, spinach, shiitakes, edamame, sesame dressing VV
Quinoa cakes with cauliflower puree, roasted wild mushrooms, wilted spinach, cashew 'aioli' verde GF, VV
Ricotta ravioli with sautéed spinach, roasted wild mushrooms, cream, lemon zest V
Gnocchi with buttered spring peas, pea shoots, pecorino, lemon zest V
Sweet potato gnocchi with browned butter, rapini, hazelnuts, sage, parmigiano V
Pan-seared salmon with maitake mushroom, roasted shallot, spring pea puree GF
Grilled salmon with celery root puree, grilled fennel, castelvetrano olive & citrus gremolata GF
Miso-bruleed salmon with forbidden rice, sautéed shitakes, pea shoots, edamame, chive oil GF
Pan-seared crimson snapper over fregola sarda, carrot puree, caper and thyme salsa verde GF
Roasted airline chicken breast with truffled pommes puree, sautéed spinach, champagne beurre blanc GF
Pan-seared chicken breast with risotto parmigiano, haricot vert, apricot pine nut agrodolce GF
Herb-roasted game hen with roasted root vegetables, fingerling potatoes, pan jus GF
Grilled flank steak with smoked potato puree, sautéed spinach, herb chimichurri GF
Premium Selections
Roast halibut with braised white beans, asparagus, lemon beurre blanc, black olive dust GF+$5
Pan-seared duck breast with parsnip puree, brussel sprouts, bacon lardons, cherry maple reduction GF+$3
Red wine braised short ribs over creamy polenta with roasted heirloom carrots and persillade GF+$3
Filet mignon over pommes puree with sautéed asparagus, black peppercorn cognac sauce GF+$5
Classic Menu

Grazing Table & Buffet

Choose 1 salad + 2 sides + 2 entrées

Grazing Table

Served at Cocktail Hour

A variety of artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, mezze and veggie crudité accompanied by fresh and dried fruits, nuts, olives, cornichons and assorted crackers — as well as lemon herb dip, chickpea hummus, eggplant dip, grape leaves, and pita crisps.

Buffet Dinner

Salads — Choose 1
Field greens with heirloom radish, goat cheese, lemon vinaigrette V, GF
Field greens with shaved fennel and apple, apple cider vinaigrette VV, GF
Romaine Caesar with rosemary croutons, shaved parmigiano, sherry dressing
Classic wedge with smoked bacon, cherry tomatoes, herb crème fraîche dressing, chives GF
Sides — Choose 2
Duo of grilled & roasted seasonal vegetables GF, VV
Sautéed green beans with roasted garlic GF, VV
Roasted brussel sprouts with caramelized onions GF, V
Herb-roasted baby red potatoes GF, VV
Rustic mashed yukon gold potatoes GF, V
White cheddar macaroni and cheese V
Garlic & soy noodles with scallions
Forbidden rice with ginger and crispy shallots V, GF
Orecchiette carbonara with smoked bacon, peas, cream, pecorino, cracked black pepper
Casarecce pasta with sautéed crimini mushrooms, porcini cream sauce V
Ricotta ravioli with San Marzano marinara and basil V
Entrées — Choose 2
Roasted cauliflower quarters with cashew fondue, crispy garlic VV, GF
Atlantic cod with shallot and leek cream sauce GF
Roasted salmon with lemon dill remoulade GF
Pan-seared chicken breast with parmesan and cream GF
Grilled chicken breast with herb chimichurri GF, DF
Roasted pork tenderloin with spiced apple compote GF
Grilled flank steak with sesame tamari glaze GF, DF
Braised short ribs with red wine demi GF, DF+$3 pp
Add-Ons

Stationary Appetizers

Additions for Cocktail Hour or Late Night

Cheese
A variety of 4 artisanal cheeses with fig jam, nuts, fresh and dried fruits, assorted crackers
Crudité
Seasonal chilled raw veggies with edamame hummus, creamy lemon herb dip and crostini
Charcuterie
A variety of 4 types of charcuterie and pâté with mustard, olives, cornichons, assorted crackers
Nacho Bar
Rustic corn tortilla chips, jack cheese fondue, seasoned ground beef, achiote chicken, black beans, guacamole, salsa fresca, crema, cilantro, hot sauce
Mezze Platter
Vegan dips and bites: chickpea hummus, olive tapenade, roasted eggplant dip, feta, stuffed grape leaves, grilled artichokes, crostini and pita crisps
Fried Chicken & Waffles
Crispy fried chicken tenders and buttermilk waffles served with maple syrup & hot sauce
Sliders
Sirloin with cheddar, pickles, secret sauce on brioche · Beyond meatless · Fried chicken with red cabbage slaw, spicy aioli, pickles · Braised short rib with horseradish aioli and pickled red onions
Pizza Station
From our wood-burning pizza oven on the Front Porch. 14" pizza yields 8 petite slices. Choose: Classic cheese · Pepperoni · Margherita · Bianco with wild mushrooms · Pesto with buffalo mozzarella · Prosciutto, fennel, arugula · Italian sausage, broccolini, caramelized onions · Soppressata, green olives, red chilies, honey.
Dessert

Sweet Endings

Beginning at $5 each per person. You may also provide all desserts for your event — there is no additional fee for cake cutting.

Portioned Individually

May be passed or stationary

Butterscotch pudding topped with crème fraîche & fleur de sel
Chocolate mousse with whipped cream and chocolate crispies
Lemon curd parfait with lemon cookie crumble
Petite caramel and dark chocolate tarlettes
Petite chocolate & salted peanut tarlettes
Vanilla bean crème brulee
Cinnamon sugar churros with spiced chocolate dipping sauce

Portioned for Sharing

Served at a station

Cookies: chocolate chip, snickerdoodle, lemon white chocolate, dark chocolate
Peach cobbler with whipped cream
Warm bread pudding with caramel sauce
Espresso & mascarpone tiramisu
French crepes with strawberries and Nutella
S'mores Tower
Served at the firepit · serves 40–50
$65 / tower
Ice Cream Sundae Bar
Vanilla and chocolate scoops with toppings: fresh strawberries, chocolate chips, crushed Oreos, mini peanut butter cups, M&M's, gummy bears, fudge sauce, caramel sauce, whipped cream, rainbow sprinkles, maraschino cherries
$9 / pp
Beverage Service

From the Bar

Bartenders are included in staffing fees. Wine-pouring service during dinner is included. Barware, glassware, cocktail napkins, and ice are included with all beverage packages.

Iced Water Refreshment Station
At guest arrival
Included
Lemonade & Iced Tea
Added to the arrival refreshment station
$2.50 / pp
Refreshments & Mixers at the Bar
Sparkling water, club soda, tonic, ginger ale, Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Squirt, margarita mix, cranberry, pineapple, orange, lemon & lime juices, simple syrup, lemon & lime wedges, orange peel, cocktail olives, maraschino cherries, mint
$9 / pp
Host-Provided Beer, Wine & Liquor
Convenience fee applicable
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Beverage Service Notes
  • Bartenders are included in staffing fees
  • Wine-pouring service during dinner is included
  • A second bar setup is recommended for guest counts above 150
  • The bar closes 30 minutes prior to event end
GF Gluten-Free DF Dairy-Free V Vegetarian VV Vegan
Please Note
  • Additional passed appetizers, stationary appetizers, salads, sides, entrées, desserts, wood-fired pizza, and late-night bites may be added
  • We are happy to accommodate food allergies and dietary preferences whenever possible
  • 22% event fee and current sales tax are additional
  • Prices are subject to change

Let's Build Your Menu

Every wedding at The Lodge is unique. Reach out to design a custom menu that reflects your taste, your guests, and your celebration.

Contact Us for a Custom Quote
Chef Cordelia
at The Lodge at Malibou Lake

29033 Lake Vista Dr., Agoura, CA 91301

(818) 268-0689

events@maliboulakelodge.com

www.maliboulakelodge.com

We welcome all couples. Love is Love. The Lodge at Malibou Lake is the private property of Malibou Lake Mountain Club, Ltd., and is managed exclusively by Chef Cordelia Catering.