Catering Menu Options

Traditional Breakfast Buffet
(minimum of 25)
$ 12.50

Selection of Fresh Fruit Juices Seasonal Fresh Fruit  Pancakes
with French Toast or Fresh Pastries and Breads, Breakfast Potatoes 
Waffles and warm syrup, Assorted Yogurts, Fresh Scrambled Eggs 
an Assortment of Cold Cereals Bacon and Sausage Links,
Coffee and Tea

BREAK TIME
Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Premium and Herbal Teas
$ 3.00

Assorted Sodas and Saratoga Mineral Water
$ 3.50

Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Premium and Herbal Teas,
Assorted Sodas and Saratoga Mineral Water
$ 4.50

Coffee, Tea, Decaf, Chef’s Choice of 3 Baked Fresh Items
$ 7.00

The Gideon
Orange Juice, Fresh Brewed Coffee, Tea, Decaf.
Choice of three fresh baked items: Croissants, Muffins, Danish,
Cinnamon Rolls, Coffee Cake,
or Bagels, Butter and Cream Cheese, Seasonal Fresh Fruit
$ 8.50

The Spa
Orange Juice, Seasonal Fresh Fruit, Assorted Yogurts with
Granola, Nut Breads, Seasonal Fresh Fruit,
Fresh Brewed Coffee, Tea and Decaf Coffee
$ 9.00

The European
Assorted Fresh Juices, Fresh Baked Croissant filled
with Egg and  Sausage or Bacon, Choice of three fresh baked items:
Muffins, Bagels, Coffee Cake, Nut Bread Danish, Cinnamon Rolls,
Butter,  Cream Cheese, Seasonal Fresh Fruit,
Fresh Brewed Coffee, Tea, and Decaf
$ 11.25

The Post Time
Fresh Baked Cookies and Brownies, Milk, Hot Chocolate, 
Assorted Soft Drinks, Whole Fresh Fruit, Saratoga Mineral Water,
Fresh Brewed Coffee, Tea, and Decaf
$ 8.00

The Matinee
Jumbo Soft Pretzels, Popcorn, Peanuts, Hershey® Miniatures,
Whole Fresh Fruit, Assorted Soft Drinks, Saratoga Mineral Water,
Fresh Brewed Coffee, Tea, and Decaf
 $ 8.50

Lite Delight
Assorted Cheese with Crackers, Sliced Seasonal Fruits
with Dip, Vegetable Crudité with Dip, Assorted Soft Drinks,
Saratoga Mineral Water, Fresh Brewed Coffee, Tea, and Decaf
 $ 8.75

** Please note all breaks are designed for one (1) hour of service.

All prices subject to 19% service charge and state sales tax.

APPETIZERS AND SALADS
(choice of one)
House Garden Salad with Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette
Petite Caesar Salad
Fresh Fruit Cup
Soup du Jour

ENTREES
Sautéed Breast of Chicken, Lemon, Wine and Leek Sauce 
$14.75
Pan Fried Breaded Chicken Breast with Lemon Caper Butter
$15.00
Boneless Breast of Chicken, Apple Almond Stuffing
$15.00
Baked New England Scrod, Lemon, Butter and White Wine
$15.75
Baked Canadian Salmon, Sauce Beurre Blanc
$17.00
Broccoli and Mushroom Crepes, Sauce Mornay
$13.00
Roasted Chicken Crepes, Sauce Mornay
$14.25
Seafood Crepes, Sauce Mornay
$15.75
Roast Top Sirloin of Beef, au Jus
$18.50
Roasted Loin of Pork, Apple and Red Onion Stew
$16.00
Chesapeake Crab Cake, Confetti Slaw, Florida mayo
$16.00
Penne, Sundried Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Spinach, Artichokes, Cured Olives
$13.25
Vegetable Lasagna (15 person minimum)
$14.00

DUETS
Sautéed Breast of Chicken and Canadian Salmon, Lemon, White Wine and Leek Sauce
$18.00
Grilled Chicken Breast and Chesapeake Crab Cake, Confetti Slaw, Florida Mayo
$18.25
All above entrees are accompanied by Chefs
choice of fresh vegetable and potato du jour.

LIGHT LUNCHES
Grilled Breast of Chicken Caesar Salad
$15.00
Pan Seared Canadian Salmon over Greek Salad, Balsamic Vinaigrette
$15.75
Warm Duck Salad, Baby Greens, Strawberries, Walnuts, Balsamic Vinaigrette
$16.75

DESSERTS
Walnut Cake    Cheesecake    Chocolate Mousse
Carrot Cake    Ice Cream    Sherbert
Chocolate Cake   Key Lime Pie

GIDEON LUNCH BUFFET
(minimum of 40)
Chef’s Choice Includes 6 Hot Selections, Assorted Cold Dishes, Condiments
$16.75
Beverage and Desserts
(Selections Change Daily.)

BOX LUNCH
Includes Saratoga Water or Soda, Whole Fruit, Sandwich (Variety of Turkey, Oven Roasted Beef,
Tuna Salad, Ham and Cheese), Coleslaw, Pickle, Condiments, Brownie or Cookies, Assorted Chips.
$15.00

All prices subject to 19% service charge and state sales tax.   (518) 584-3000 • http://www.gideonputnam.com/

2008 DINNER MENUS

APPETIZERS

   Soup du Jour
Strawberry Pinapple Cocktail
Sliced Melon and Berries in Season
Three Cheese Raviloi/Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Cream
Fresh Mozzarella, Portabella, and Roasted Tomato Medley
Roasted Vegetable Risotto
Penne with Broccolini, Carmelized Onions and Reggiano Parmesan
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
$9.00
Chesapeake Crab Cakes
$8.00
Creamy Lobster Bisque
$3.75

SALADS

House Garden Salad
Caesar Salad
Greek Salad with Baby Greens, Feta Cheese, Tomato, Shaved Red Onions
$3.75
Mixed Green Salad with Strawberries, Walnuts, Goat Cheese and Balsamic Vinaigrette
$3.75

ENTREES

Sauteed Breast of Chicken, Sauce Marsala or Lemon Leek
$27.25

Breast of Chicken, Apple Almond Stuffing, Orange Saues
$28.25

Breast of Chicken, Stuffed with Boursin Cheese, Spinach, Roasted Garlic Demi Glace
$29.50

Grilled Chicken Breast with Tequilla Lime Buerre Blanc or Roasted Red Pepper Coulis
$27.25

Chicken Cappriccio, Mushrooms, Prosciutto, Mozzarella, Marsala Demi Glace
$28.25

Baked Stuffed Shrimp, Beurre Blanc
$33.50

Broiled Canadian Salmon, Sauce Beurre Blanc
$29.00

Salmon Wellington, Lobster Demi
$32.00

Stuffed Lemon Sole Florentine, Sauce Bearnaise
$30.00

Roasted Rack of Pork, Fennel and Whole Grain Mustard Sauce
$27.25

Traditional Veal Marsala
$30.00

Roasted Top Sirloin of Beef, au Jus
$27.25

Grilled Filet Mignon, Mushroom Saute
$39.75

Grilled N.Y. Sirloin Steak, Sliced Mushrooms
$35.25

Black Angus Prime Rib of Beef, au Jus
$37.25

Beef Wellington, Sauce Bordelaise
$40.50

Roasted Rack of New Zealand Lamb, Dijon Crust
$38.25

Vegetarian Entrees

Penne, Sundried Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Spinach, Artichokes, Cured Olives
$22.00

Vegetable Napolean
$23.00

Vegetarian Jambalaya
$23.00

Duets

Sauteed Breast of Chicken and Broiled Salmon, Lemon Leek Sauce
$30.00

Grilled Petite Filet and Sauteed Breast of Chicken, Sauce Bearnaise$35.00

Sauteed Breast of Chicken and Baked Stuffed Shrimp, Beurre Blanc
$32.00

Grilled Petite Filet and Broiled Salmon, Sauce Bearnaise
$37.25

Grilled Petite Filet and Chesapeake Crab Cake, Sauce Bearnaise
$37.25

Grilled Petite Filet and Baked Stuffed Shrimp, Beurre Blanc
$42.00

Grilled Petite Filet and Lobster Tail
Market Price

POTATO & RICE

Baked Idaho Potato / Roasted Baby Red Bliss Potatoes / Classic Duchess Potato 

Garlic Whipped Potato / Yukon Gold Oven Fries / Long Grain and Wild Rice

VEGETABLES

Fresh Broccli / Fresh Green BeanMedley / Baby Carrots / Fresh Seasonal Vegetable

DESSERTS

Old Fashioned Cheese Cake / Chocolate Mousse / Chocolate Raspberry Truffle

 Fruit Parfait / Walnut Cake / Carrot Cake

Black Forest Cake($3.25) / Upside Down Apple Pie($3.00) / Tiramisu($3.25)
 

All prices subject to 19% service charge and state sales tax.              (518) 584-3000  www.gideonputnam.com

BUFFET MENUS
2008

(40 person minimum)

THE CLAMBAKE

Market Price

New England Clam Chowder

Garden Salad, Assorted Dressings

Cole Slaw

Boiled Lobster (One, 11/2 lb. per person)

Deep Fried Shrimp & Scallops

Boiled New Potatoes with Butter & Parsley

Rolls and Butter

Corn on the Cob

Steamed Clams

Fried Chicken

Beverage

Blueberry Cobbler

THE PORTAFINO

$31.50

Tuscan White Bean and Escarole Soup

Antipasto Tray (Provolone, Salami, Prosciutto, Cappicola, Pepperoni, Olives, Tomatoes, Anchovy and Roasted Red Peppers)

Garden Salad, Assorted Dressings

Pasta Station with choice of two:

Tortellini with Pesto Cream Sauce, Cheese Ravioli with Marinara, Farfelle with Vodka Cream Sauce or Stuffed Shells, Sauteed Pork Medallions with Shrimp, Artichokes, Roasted Tomatoes and Arugula

Chicken Cappriccio

Tuscan Style Roasted Vegetables

Assorted italian Pastries and Desserts

Beverage

**A $75 attendant fee will apply

THE GEORGIAN

$31

Seasonal Fruit Medley

Garden Salad, Assorted Dressings

Assorted Fresh Salads

Roast Top Sirloin with Au Jus and Fried Onions

Baked Salmon & Scrod

Pan Fried Breaded Chicken Breast with Lemon Caper Butter Cheese

Ravioli with Marinara

Whipped Potato

Vegetable Du Jour

Rolls and Butter

Assorted Desserts

Beverage

THE GIDEON

$36.50

Soup Du Jour

Garden Salad, Assorted Dressings

Assorted Fresh Salads

Carved Rosemary Roasted NY Sirloin, Au Jus

Tortellini in Pesto Broth, Pesto Cream or Marinara

Baked Salmon and Sea Scallops

Sauteed Chicken Breast Florentine with Spinach, Mushrooms and Artichokes

Chef's Choice of Vegetable and Potato

Rolls and Butter

Assorted  Desserts

Beverage

**$75 attendant fee will apply

THE SARATOGA

$28.25

Chef's Choice Includes:

Soup

Garden Salad, Assorted Dressings

Assorted Fresh Salads

Pasta with Sauce

Two Entrees

Starch

Vegetable

Assorted Desserts

Rolls and Butter

Beverage

THE SOUTHWESTERN

$38

Southwesten Cole Slaw

Sliced Tomato & Cucumber Salad

Garden Salad, Assorted Dressings

BBQ Spare Ribs or BBQ Pork Tenderloin

Grilled NY Sirloin Steak

Grilled Chicken Quesadillas

Yukon Gold Oven Fries

Corn on the Cob (seasonal)

Tortilla Chips with Salsa

Apple Pie

Beverage

Our Chef will gladly tailor a menu to suit your specific needs.

^{All prices subject to 19% service charge and state sales tax.}

COCKTAIL HOUR

2008

Cold Hors d'oeuvres

Cooper Cheddar Cheese & Crackers
$152

Assorted Cheese Mirror with Crackers
$126

Tuscan Grilled Vegetable Platter (Asparagus, Fennel, Raddicco, Portabella Mushrooms, Eggplant, Roasted Red Peppers and Onion, Lemon Zest and Olive Oil)
$137

Pacific Rim Platter (Cucumber and Avocado Rolls, Poached Shrimp on Sushi Rice, Grilled Pineapple, Wasabi, Pickled Ginger, Japanese Seaweed Salad)
$168

Antipasti Platter (Proscitto, Cappicola, Pepperoni, Aged Provolone, Anchovies, Pepperoncini, Cherry Peppers and Roasted Red Peppers)
$147

Spanish Cheese Board (Serrano Ham, Imported Olives)
$205

Cold Poached Salmon Mirror
$168

Wild Alaskan Smoked Salmon Mirror (Shaved Red Onion, Chopped Egg and Cream Cheese)
$184

Vegetable Crudite and Assorted Dips
$100

Seasonal Fresh Fruit Mirror
$121

The following cold selections are priced per 100 pieces:

Bruschetta with Chopped Tomato, Basil, and Garlic
$110

Iced Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce
$273

Sundried Tomoato & Chicken Pesto Rounds
$210

Tenderloin Canapes on French Bread Rounds
$210

Hot Hors d'oeuvres

The following hot selections are prices per 100 pieces:

Fresh Mozzarella and Basil Rounds
$105

Baked Brie on French Bread Rounds
$105

Spanikopita
$210

Potato Pancakes, Sour Cream, Applesauce
$105

Clams Casino
$142

Oysters Rockefeller
$205

Mini Chesapeake Crab Cakes
$210

Scallops Wrapped in Bacon
$252

Fried Coconut Shrimp
$184

Fried Shrimp
$173

Chicken Stuffed Chipoltes
$179

Brie & Pear Phyllo Purses
$273

Stuffed Mushrooms Florentine
$121

Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms
$131

Spring Rolls, Hot Mustard, Duck Sauce
$116

Breaded Chicken Tenderloins
$131

Mini Beef Franks in Puff Pastry
$121

Italian or Swedish Meatballs
$116

Mini Deep Fried Chicken Cordon Bleu
$121

Mini Beef Wellington
$210

Asparagus in Phyllo
$205

Lobster Risotto Cakes|
$220

Thai Chicken & Cashew Spring Rolls
$220

Vegetable Pot Stickers
$152

Carved to Order

 (Please add $75 attendant fee)

Steam Ship round of Beef

$425-595

Roasted Tenderloin of Beef (25pl)
$252

Maple Glazed Ham (75pl)
$173

Whole Turkey Breast (30pl)
$147

Herb Encrusted Tuna Loin (25pl)
$158

**All above items served with petite rolls and condiments.

Specialty Stations

All stations are designed for a one hour event and are priced per guest

(available for groups with a minimum of 25 or more)

Pasta Station ($6 per person)

($75 attendant fee)

Choose two of the following:

Penne, Tortellini, Cheese Ravioli, Cheese Purses, Bow Tie

Choose two of the following:

Pesto Broth, Pesto Cream, Ala Vodka, Red or White Clam, Marinara, Bolognese

Seafood Raw Bar ($32 per person)

($75 attendant fee)

Jumbo Shrimp, Crab Claws, Freshly Shucked Oysters and Clams

All presented on ice with traditional condiments.

Mexican Station ($12 per person)

Burritos, Cheese Quesadillas, Chicken Fajitas, Beef Tacos, Sour Cream, Onion, Salsa, Chopped Tomato, and Lettuce

Asian Station ($14 per person)

($75 attendant fee)

Barbecued Spare Ribs, Beef or Chicken Sate, House Fried Rice, Shrimp Stir Fry, Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry,

Curry Chicken Spring Rolls with Duck Sauce

All prices subject to 19% service charge and state sales tax.  (518) 584-3000 www.gideonputnam.com

CONSUMPTION BAR

Fully stocked bar,
serving 11/4 ounces of highballs,
beer, wine and sodas.

Charges are based on the actual number of drinks served.

Premium liquors
$5.50-$9.00

House select
$4.75-$7.50

Premium wine
$6.50-$8.50

House wine
$5.50

Premium beer
$4.25

Domestic beer
$3.75

Mineral water
$2.75

Soda
$1.50

CHILDREN’S PRICES (under 21)

1 hour
$4.50

Entire evening
$8

COMPLETE PACKAGE BAR

Unlimited cocktail hour.
Charges based on a per person basis for each hour.

HOUSE SELECT

5 Hours

$25

1st Hour

$13

Hours 2-5

$3/hour

PREMIUM

5 Hours

$33

1st Hour

$17

Hours 2-5

$4/hour

ULTRA-PREMIUM

5 Hours

$40

1st Hour

$20

Hours 2-5

$5/hour

BEER, WINE AND SODA

House Select

1 hour
$12.00

2 hours
$16.00

3 hours
$20.00

4 hours
$24.00

5 hours
$28.00

Premium

1 hour
$15.00

2 hours
$19.00

3 hours
$23.00

4 hours
$27.00

5 hours
$31.00

ADDITIONAL BEVERAGE

Fruit Punch
$35.00 per gallon

Champagne Punch
$55.00 per gallon

Alcoholic Punch
$65.00 per gallon

House Wine
$21.00 per bottle

CHAMPAGNE

House
$21.00

Korbel Brut
.$34.00

Frexinet Cordon Negro Brut
$30.00

Non Alcoholic Sparkling Grape Juice
$14.95

PACKAGES TO INCLUDE:

HOUSE LIQUORS: McCormick Vodka, Rum, Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Malibu, McCormick Gin, Bourbon & Rye, Whiteside Scotch, Sambroso, Carolans

HOUSE WINES: Chardonnay, White Zinfandel, Cabernet or Merlot

DOMESTIC BEER:  Will include 4 of the following-Bud, Bud light, Coors light, Michelob Ultra, Miller Lite, Labatts, O'Douls for Non-Alcoholic Selection

PREMIUM LIQUORS: Stoli, Smirnoff or Absolut Vodka, Bacardi Rum, Captain Morgan's, Malibu, Beefeater, Jim Beam or Jack Daniels Bourbon, Seagram's 7, Dewars, Kahlua, Bailey's, Disarono Amaretto, Jose Cuervo Tequila

PREMIUM WINES:  House Wine Package Plus Pinot Grigio.  Premium Package includes both Cabernet and Merlot.

IMPORTED AND DOMESTIC BEER PACKAGE:  Will include 5 of the following- Bud, Bud Light, Coors Light, Michelob Ultra, Miller Lite, Labatts, Heineken, Heineken Light, Amstel Light, Sam Adams, Corona, Buckler for Non-Alcoholic Selection

ULTRA-PREMIUM LIQUORS: Grey Goose or Kettle One Vodka, Tommy Bahama or Mount Gay Rum, Captain Morgan's, Malibu, Bombay Sapphire or Tanqueray 10 Gin, Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Crown Royal or Seagram's VO, Patron Tequila, Johnnie Walker Black

ULTRA-PREMIUM WINES: 5 Rivers Pinot Noir, Meridian Vineyards Chardonnay, Mionetto Pinot Grigio, Blackstone Merlot, Cellar #8 Cabernet

IMPORTED AND DOMESTIC BEER PACKAGE:  Will include 6 of the following- Bud, Bud Light, Coors Light, Michelob Ultra, Miller Lite, Labatt's, Heineken, Heineken Light, Amstel Light, Sam Adams, Corona, Buckler for Non-Alcoholic Selection

If you wish to upgrade to a particular spirit selection, please add on an additional $2 per bottle, per person.

Cordials and liqueurs are available upon request.
Bartender charge at $50.00 per bartender if the bar
does not exceed $350.00 in bar sales. The Gideon Putnam Hotel
is the only licensed authority to sell and serve
liquor for consumption on the premises. It is not
permissible to bring liquor, beer or wine into the hotel.

Parties of 35 or more require the services of a Bartender at $50.00

AUDIO

Podium w/Mic ($30)

Table-top or Floor Microphone ($30)

Wireless Mic/Handheld or Lapel ($80)

4 Channel Mixer ($45)

8 Channel Mixer ($60)

Speaker Phone ($50)

Polycom Speaker Phone ($75)

Portable Sound System ($100)

House Sound Patch ($50)

Portable CD Player ($50)

Press Box (15 Inputs) ($125)

VIDEO/COMPUTER

DVD Player ($65)

VCR ($65)

VCR or DVD with 32” Monitor ($150)

Personal Computer ($150)

Laptop Computer ($150)

Wireless Mouse ($40)

PHONE LINE/INTERNET

Dedicated Phone Line ($50)

High Speed Internet (1st Line)($100)

Each Additional Line ($75)

(Maximum charge of $300.00)

PROJECTION EQUIPMENT

Overhead Projector ($70)

35mm Slide Projector w/ wired remote ($50)

LCD XGA Projector ($300)

VGA Switch(Bridge)($100 VGA)

Cable (50’)($100 VGA)

Cable (25’)($50)

SCREENS 6 x 6 ($40)

8 x 8 ($40)

9 x 12 ($80)

Dress Kit (per foot)($9)

MEETING AIDS/ACCESSORIES

White Board, markers ($30)

Flipchart, pad markers, tape ($30) 

Flipchart stand (only)($15)

Flipchart pad (only) ($15)

Easel Tri-pod stand ($10)

Extension cords ($10)

Power Strips ($5 AV)

Cart, power strip ($20)

Laser Pointer ($15)

PLEASE NOTE: The Gideon Putnam Resort and Spa is not responsible for the set up, service or security of any audio visual equipment brought on site. No pins or nails may be used in hanging banners, posters or other meeting materials. Please plan accordingly.

Basic Support Package $150 Includes projection cart, appropriate sized draped screen, extension cord, power strip, VGA cable and labor to interface your computer with your LCD projector.

Basic Projection Package $375 Includes LCD projector, projection cart, extension cord, power strip, appropriate sized draped screen, VGA cable and labor to interface your computer.

Conference Center Dual Screen Package $775 Includes two LCD projectors, projection carts, extension cords, power strips, two 9 x 12 draped screens, VGA cables, VGA bridge and labor to interface your computer with LCD projectors.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Technician/Operator. Per hour (Minimum of 4 hours)($50)

Basic Function Room Equipment Support (Charged per function room/day)($50)

All prices subject to 19% service charge and state sales tax.