MENU OPTIONS
The menu items below are just a selection of the creations we offer. At Crafty Kitchen, we customize every menu to reflect your unique tastes, event vision, and any dietary or allergy considerations.
For inspiration tailored to specific occasions, be sure to visit our Menu Themes page, where you’ll find thoughtfully curated menus designed for holidays, celebrations, and special gatherings.
As always, thank you for choosing Crafty Kitchen for your special occasions—we are truly honored to serve you!
BEEF
Barbecue Smoked Brisket or Chuck
Beef and Vegetable Kabobs
Beef Fajitas: Sizzling strips of beef with peppers and onions, served with warm tortillas.
Beef Pot Pie with Savory Crust
Beef Pot Roast with Root Vegetables
Beef Stroganoff with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Beef Tacos: Flavorful ground beef served with a variety of toppings.
Classic Beef Lasagna
Greek Meatballs with Lemon-Dill Rice
Hearty Hungarian Goulash
Savory Meatloaf with Herb Mashed Potatoes
Sirloin Stir-Fry: Quick-cooked slices of beef with a medley of fresh vegetables.
Skillet Steak with Spring Vegetables
Spaghetti Pie with Subtle Garlic Twist
Spaghetti Squash Bolognese
Three-Bean Chili with Spicy Cornbread
Tender New England Pot Roast
Korean BBQ Steak with Yum Yum Rice Bowls
Beef Stew with Fresh Herbs
CHICKEN
BBQ Shredded Chicken
Caprese Chicken Stuffed Peppers
Cashew Chicken
Cashew Chicken with Brown Rice
Chicken a La King
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
Chicken Broccoli Stuffed Baked Potatoes
Chicken Chow Mein
Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta Bake
Chicken Fajitas
Chicken Glazed with Honey Apricot
Chicken Lemon Herb Roast
Chicken Mozzarella Pasta with Sundried Tomatoes
Creamy Chicken and Spinach Gnocchi
Honey Lime Chicken Thighs
Key West Chicken Kabobs
Maple Roasted Chicken
Mexican Street Corn Chicken Casserole
Roasted Whole Chicken
Savory Chicken Pad Thai
Tender Chicken Teriyaki Skewers
Classic Chicken Pot Pie
Lemon Herb Grilled Chicken Buffalo Chicken Wraps
Chicken Tikka Masala
CUSTOMIZED MENUS
At Crafty Kitchen, we customize all of our menus based on your food desires, dietary restrictions, allergies, and events for any occasion.
We take pride in our made-from-scratch foods in every course we serve, using locally sourced and freshly shopped ingredients. We bake our own breads, using house-milled organic whole berry grain varieties and craft our own sourdough breads from fermented bubbly starters.
Additionally, any recipes from my cookbook, Four Course Menus for Four Quarter Games, can be incorporated into your menu for a personalized touch.
Be sure to check out our Gallery page to see several Crafty creations. We invite you to follow Crafty Kitchen on our social media platforms to view pictures from our events, catch the latest news, and stay updated on upcoming happenings. For personalized service, and to inquire about an event date you're interested in, please submit your event information through our Contact page.​​​​​​​
DESSERTS
Crafty Kitchen proudly offers a delightful selection of dessert options from Chef Julie's cookbook, Four Course Menus for Four Quarter Games, along with the tempting choices listed below. If you have a different dessert in mind, just let Chef Julie know—she'd be thrilled to whip it up for you!
Apple/Blueberry/Cherry Streusel Pie
Apple Cinnamon-Filled Crepes with Freshly Whipped Cream
Assorted Cookies
Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Cheesecake Lemon Bars
Chocolate Chip Brownies
Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Bars
Chocolate Ganache Cake
Coconut Cake with Raspberry Filling
Country Apple Cobbler
Lemon Cheesecake Mousse
Lemon Squares
Peach Kuchen
Pecan Pie
Pecan Pie Bars
Pumpkin Crepes
Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting Layers
S'mores Package: Everything you need for the perfect campfire treat
Strawberry Shortcake Trifles
Tiramisu
FISH AND SEAFOOD
Cucumber Dill Salmon
Fish Stew
Fish Taco Bowls
Fish Tacos
Fish Tacos - Blackened
Friday Fish Fry: See the Menu Theme Page for
details.
Garlic Buttered Shrimp
Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Jalapeño Shrimp Veggie Bake
Honey Mustard Glazed Salmon
Lemon Herb Grilled Salmon
Mediterranean Salmon
Pan Fried Cod, Perch, Walleye (when available)
Salmon Burgers with Slaw
Salmon Cakes
Salmon with Pecan Crunch Topping
Seared Ahi Tuna
Shrimp and Vegetable Kabobs
Shrimp Pad Thai
Shrimp Scampi
Smoked Salmon and Asparagus Quiche
Smoked Salmon Platter: Delicate smoked salmonserved with capers, red onion, and cream cheese.
Shrimp Tacos
Tilapia with Lemon Butter Sauce
Fish Piccata
GLUTEN FREE
Most selected menu items outside of the below list can be modified to accommodate your dietary restrictions, or we can consider alternative options.
Black Bean Enchilada
Butternut Squash Alfredo
Coconut Curry Lentil Soup
Chickpea Salad with Avocado
Chia Seed Pudding
Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry
Cucumber and Tomato Salad
Grilled Asparagus with Balsamic Glaze
Grilled Vegetable Skewers
Kale Salad with Citrus Dressing
Lentil Salad with Fresh Herbs
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Mixed Greens Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Mushroom and Quinoa Salad
Mushroom Risotto
Mushroom Stroganoff with GF Pasta
Quinoa and Black Bean Salad
Quinoa Tabbouleh
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges
Roasted Vegetable Salad
Stuffed Bell Peppers: Filled with bell peppers, onions, quinoa, and black beans.
Stuffed Mushrooms with Spinach and Herbs
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos: Served in corn tortillas.
Vegetable Stir-Fry with Tamari Sauce
Zucchini Noodles with Marinara
PLANT BASED
BBQ Pineapple, Zucchini, Bell Peppers, Tomatoes, Red Onions, and Tofu over Quinoa
Cauliflower Rice Bowl with Herb-Infused Oil
Chickpea and Spinach Moroccan Tagine
Coconut Lentil Soup with Lime and Cilantro
Curried Butternut Squash Soup with
Coconut Cream
Savory Farro and Roasted Vegetable Medley
Guacamole with Artisan Vegetable Crudités
Kale Detox Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
Lentil Salad with Fresh Herbs and Lemon Zest
Quinoa and Kale Veggie Quesadillas with Guacamole
Roasted Red Potato & Vegetable Hash
with Garlic Aioli
Sesame Noodle Bowl with Edamame,
Cucumbers, and Grilled Tofu
Stuffed Acorn Squash with Quinoa,
Dried Cranberries, and Pecans
Sweet Potato, Chickpea, and Broccoli
Buddha Bowl
Gourmet Taco Salad with Avocado and
Cilantro-Lime Dressing
Hearty Vegetable and Bean Chili
with Fresh Coriander
PORK
BBQ Ribs (Rubbed with house made spice blend, slow smoked to fall of the bone tender)
BLT Pasta Bake
Breaded Pork Medallions
Creamy Pork Chops
Fresh Bratwurst (Varieties from Lake Geneva Country Meats)
Ham, Spinach, and Mushroom Quiche
Honey and Herb Glazed Slow Baked Pork Loin
Kansas City Style Pork Ribs
Pork Adobo Corn Tacos
Pork Carnitas Tacos
Pork Loin with Wine and Herb Gravy
Pork Roast with all the fixings
Pork Roast German style
Pork Scallopini with Lemon-Caper Sauce
Pork Scallopini with Rosemary Wine Sauce
Pork Stir Fry
Pork Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Red Beans and Rice with Andouille Sausage
Sesame Pork with Orange Soy Sauce
Smoked Pulled Pork Nachos
Smoked Pork Shoulder: Perfect for classic BBQ sandwiches.
Smoked Pork Tenderloin: Deliciously tender and infused with smoky flavor.
Smoked Sausage Platter: A variety of smoked sausages, great for sharing.
Spicy Pork and Vegetable Stir-Fry
Stuffed and Rolled Pork Loin
Sweet and Sour Pork
Teriyaki Pork Skewers
SALADS
American Potato Salad
Asian Chopped Salad with
Spicy Peanut Dressing
Asian Chicken Bibb Lettuce Wraps
Autumn Crunch Pasta Salad
Balsamic Spring Vegetable Salad
Broccoli, Bacon, and Cheddar Salad
Caprese Salad
Caramel Apple Salad
Chicken Waldorf Salad (or omit chicken)
Citrus Avocado Salad
Crunchy Edamame & Sugar Snap Pea Salad
Cranberry Blueberry Spring Mix Salad
Greek Tomato and Peppers Salad
Kidney Bean Salad
Kung Pao Quinoa Vegetable Bowls
Middle Eastern Chickpea Salad
Rainbow Kale Salad with Almond Dijon
Dressing
Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad
Provençal Salad
Strawberry Spinach Salad
Sweet Potato Salad with Cilantro Dressing
Tarragon Sour Cream Potato Salad
SIDES
Baked Apples
Boston Baked Beans
Broccoli Casserole
Brown Sugar and Butter Baked Acorn Squash
Carrot and Cabbage Casserole
Cauliflower with Cheese Sauce
Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole
Creamy Corn Bread
Corn on the Cobb with Lemon Chive Butter
Candied Beets
Garlic Seasoned Potato Wedges
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms with
Balsamic Glaze
Green Bean Casserole
Green Beans Almandine
Hericot Vertes with Butter Toasted Almonds
Honey Glazed Carrot Coins
Lemon Garlic Broccoli
Mashed Russet Potatoes (or baked)
Mashed Skin on Red Potatoes (or roasted)
Mashed Sweet Potatoes (or roasted)
Olive Oil and Rosemary Roasted Red Potatoes
Potato Pancakes
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
(with or without bacon)
Roasted Cauliflower Parmesan
Roasted Mushroom Medley
Sautéed Garlic Mushrooms
Stuffed Mushrooms
Wild Mushroom Pilaf
Slow Cooker BBQ Green Beans
Scalloped Potatoes
Sesame and Soy Glazed Asparagus
Stuffed Sweet Potato
Sweet Potato Casserole
SOUPS & STEWS
Beef Barley Soup
Beef Stew
Chicken and Corn Chowder
Chicken and Dumplings
Chicken Fajita Soup
Chicken Noodle Soup
Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Clam Chowder regular or New England Style
Cream of Mushroom with Wild and White Rice
Creamy Roasted Tomato and Basil Bisque
French Onion Soup
Gumbo with Dirty Rice
Ham and Black Eyed Pea or Navy Bean
Hearty Garden Vegetable and Farro Soup
Italian Minestrone Soup
Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Roast Butternut Squash Soup
Tuscan Tortellini Soup
White Chicken Chili
Gnocchi and Beef Stew
Jambalaya
TURKEY
Asian Turkey Meatballs with Sesame Sauce
Balsamic Glazed Turkey Tenderloin
Buffalo Turkey Sliders with
Blue Cheese Dressing
Cranberry Turkey and Quinoa Salad
Curried Turkey and Vegetable Stir-Fry
Herbed Turkey and Wild Rice Soup
Honey Sriracha Glazed Turkey Meatballs
Italian Turkey Sausage and Peppers
Mediterranean Turkey Burgers with Feta
Roasted Turkey Breast and Natural Gravy
Szechuan Turkey Lettuce Wraps
Smoked Turkey Legs
Stuffed Turkey Zucchini Boats
Turkey and Cheese Stuffed Peppers
Turkey Burgers
Turkey Chili with Black Beans
Turkey Meatballs in Organic Marinara Sauce
Turkey Pot Pie
Turkey Tacos with Avocado Lime Crema
SMOKING AND GRILLING
At Crafty Kitchen, we proudly smoke our own food, including meats, fish, vegetables, and even our signature smoked macaroni 'n cheese (YUM!).
We are passionate about grilling, creating stunning vegetable displays and captivating food presentations that enhance our smoked and grilled menu offerings.
Be sure to inquire about the smoky deliciousness we can prepare for you!
VEGAN
Avocado Toast with Cherry Tomatoes
on house Sourdough bread
Baked Sweet Potato with Black Bean Salsa
Barley and Mushroom Risotto
Blood Orange and Fennel Salad
Butternut Squash Chili
Cauliflower and Chickpea Curry
Detox Cauliflower Salad
Garlic Roasted Cauliflower Soup
Grilled Vegetable Skewers
Lentil Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Quinoa Minestrone
Rice Noodle Veggie Bowl with
Garlic Lime Sauce
Roasted Garlic and Cauliflower Stuffing
Roasted Mexican Stuffed Peppers
Roasted Root Vegetables
Roasted Tomato Risotto with
Arugula Basil Pesto
Skillet Enchiladas
Spring Vegetable Lasagna
Stuffed Acorn Squash
Vegan Buddha Bowl
Vegetable Soup
Zucchini Noodles with Pesto
VEGETARIAN
Avocado Egg Salad
Baked Polenta with Porcini Mushrooms
Broccoli Alfredo Stuffed Shells
Butternut Squash and Spinach Lasagna
Cauliflower Risotto with Mushrooms and Peas
Cheese Ravioli
Chickpea Salad Sandwich on Sourdough
Eggplant Parmesan
Asparagus and White Beans and Pasta
Indian Lentil Curry
Lentil Soup
Palak Paneer (Spinach and Cheese Curry)
Chana Masala (Spiced Chickpeas)
Aloo Gobi (Potato and Cauliflower Curry)
Paneer Butter Masala
Pasta Primavera with Lemon Ricotta
Pumpkin, Spinach and Walnut Spaghetti
Roasted Butternut Squash Lasagna
Stuffed Bell Peppers
Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms
Sundried Tomato Pesto Gnocchi
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos
on Corn Tortillas
Vegetable Lasagna
Vegetable Stir Fry