“Wedding Magic” at the M by Zest Skylight interior/Beach front Patio Venue Specializing in Two Creative Wedding Packages The newest wedding venue, in Avalon, the “M” is operated by the talented Chef Du Cuisine Kathleen Vojkovich Bombard.  She prides herself in preparing all food in-house using seasonal, organic and sustainable ingredients, whenever possible. Working with her proficient staff including a pastry chef par excellence, they now offer 2 elegant wedding packages, the “Romance Packages“and the “M Classic” Packages thru Catalina By Design. Zest is located in the lovely Metropole courtyard of the Hotel Metropole and offers a romantic atmosphere for ceremonies with up to 80 guests. The glass enclosed front portico allows the natural beauty of Catalina to shine through with a view of the blue water, just a glance away. This stylish venue features an open atrium that allows fresh air and sun to surround your guests during the ceremony and cocktail reception. The view of the Avalon Bay adds sparkling glamour to either daytime or evening weddings. The interior dining room with a lighted vaulted ceiling is complemented by the mirrored elegance of the custom bar. Together they offer the perfect ambience for a magical wedding.

Romance Plated Dinner I

Butler Passed Appetizers

Choice of Three:

Spinach Bruschetta
pine nut, roasted garlic, cream
Crab Bouchees
lump crab, fresh herbs, puff pastry
Grilled Cheese Bites
gruyere, parmesan, aged white cheddar
Marcona Almond Bites
brie, wildflower honey, puff pastry
Tenderloin Crostini
beef filet, horseradish crème fraîche, chives
Salad

Select one:
Mixed Field Greens
shaved root vegetables, champagne vinaigrette
Butter Lettuce
jack cheese, avocado, bacon bits, creamy lemon-dill vinaigrette
Young Spinach
goat cheese, candied walnuts, seasonal fruit, balsamic vinaigrette

Entrée:

Filet of Beef
Certified Angus beef tenderloin
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, shallot ribbons, merlot demi glace
or
Fresh Wild Alaskan Salmon
soy maple glaze, long grain & wild rice pilaf
or
Mushroom Risotto
Wild and domestic mushrooms, mascarpone, fresh herbs

Fresh Seasonal Vegetables

Warm Rolls & Herbed Butter

Coffee & Tea Service


Romance Plated II

Butler Passed Appetizers
Select three:
Tenderloin Crostini,
beef filet, horseradish crème, chives
Pee Wee Potatoes
crème fraîche, caviar
Smoked Salmon Toast Point
brioche, herb sour cream, chives
Cheese and Bacon Crostini
brie, apple wood smoked bacon, caramelized onion
Prosciutto Wrapped Shrimp
prosciutto, garlic citrus glaze
Butternut Crostini, (in season)
roasted squash, herbed ricotta, fried sage

 

Salad
Select one:

Shaved Vegetable Salad
mixed field greens, root vegetables, sherry vinaigrette

Traditional Caesar
Hearts of romaine, garlic peppercorn croutons, shaved parmesan, Caesar dressing

Wild Arugula
chèvre, pine nuts, apple wood smoked bacon, citrus honey shallot vinaigrette

 

Entrée:
Select Two:

Sand Dabs Meuniere
panko crust, lemon caper sauce

Prime Rib of Beef
peppercorn demi, horseradish crème fraîche

Grilled Vegetable Tart
seasonal vegetables, portobello mushroom, herbed goat cheese, roasted tomato coulis

Chicken Breast Supreme
mascarpone sundried tomato stuffing, basil cream

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Russet potato, mascarpone, cream
Fresh Seasonal Vegetables
Warm Rolls & Herbed Butter

Coffee & Tea service

*High cocktail tables on the patio are an additional rental fee

 



The M Classic Wedding Package (Buffet)

The “M Classic” package features a ceremony set up on the harbor view patio, butler passed appetizers, 2 dazzling Buffet menus to choose from for a more casual atmosphere, tasteful house linens , an officiate, specialty wedding cake, bridal bouquet and groom lapel flower, champagne toast, cake ceremony, wedding consultant , cake cutting ceremony and venue rental.

$4,600.00 Inclusive

For 25 guests

Each additional guest $75.00

 

M Classic I (Buffet or Family style)

Butler Passed Appetizers

Select two:
Herb Stuffed Mushrooms
panko crumbs, shallots, garden herbs

Grilled Cheese Bites
gruyere, parmesan, aged white cheddar

Cheese & Onion Tartlet
brie, caramelized onions, puff pastry

Fingerling Potato Chip
tarragon dipping sauce

Salads

Select one:
Wild Arugula
shaved parmesan, pine nuts, craisins, champagne vinaigrette

Butter Lettuce
craisins, toasted hazelnuts, Maytag blue, orange vinaigrette

Young Spinach
almonds, dates, oranges, apple fennel seed dressing

Mixed Field Greens
cherry tomatoes, carrots, radishes, shaved fennel, champagne vinaigrette

Fresh Seasonal Vegetables

Entrees:

Select two:
Chicken Dijonaisse
all natural chicken breast, panko crusted, herbed Dijon aioli

Fresh Seasonal Catch Florentine
spinach, cream, parmesan, mascarpone, roasted tomato coulis

Carved Tri Tip of Beef
herb-crusted, demi glace, crème fraîche horseradish

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
russet potato, mascarpone, cream
Fresh Season Vegetables

Herbed Ciabatta Garlic Bread
or
Warm Rolls & Herb Butter



M Classic II (Buffet or Family Style)

Butler Passed Appetizers

Select two:
Caprese Salad Skewers
fresh mozzarella, grape tomatoes, basil oil

Carved Beef Tenderloin Crostini
horseradish crème fraîche
Mascarpone Polenta Cake
Italian style sausage, roasted red pepper
Prosciutto Bread Stick
house-made bread sticks, prosciutto, herbed cream cheese, wild arugula
Bruschetta
young spinach, garlic, fontina cheese

Buffet Dinner menu

Mediterranean Panzanella Salad
red & yellow bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, kalamata olives,
baguette, cucumbers, oregano vinaigrette
Grilled Vegetable Platter
fresh seasonal vegetables, balsamic reduction

A’ Rosa Pasta
penne, marinara, cream, parsley, parmesan, crushed red chilies
Tagliata Skewer
Beef tip, young wild arugula, garlic chips, herb lemon oil
Fresh Seasonal Vegetables
Warm Rolls & Herbed Butter

Upgrade options

Custom linen from BBJ linen

Hosted bar pre –assessed at $20 per person

Flowers for tables arranged by Tracy from Bloom Floral located right in Avalon

Photography and Videographer

DJ or Band from preferred vendor list

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