Event Menus

Palate’s event menus feature a range of flavorful options to meet the varying needs of private events and wedding receptions at the National Museum of Wildlife Art.

Passed Hors D’oeuvresAppetizer StationsBuffet OptionsPLATED OR FAMILY STYLE DINNERSBreakfast BuffetLuncheon BuffetPlated LuncheonInquiry

Passed Hors D’oeuvres

(Please choose 2-4, limit of 4 for dinner events, limit of 6 for cocktail party)

TROUT RILLETTE 
460 Crostini, Crème Fraiche, Local Micro Greens

GRILLED MARINATED CHICKEN SKEWERS
Smoked Almond Pistou

VIETNAMESE BISON CRUDO 
Gochujang Aioli, XO Sauce, Crispy Shallots, Micro Cilantro

CHICKEN ROMESCO BITES
Marinated Chicken, Lime, Candied Almond

CITRUS BRAISED BEET BITES 
Orange Supremes, Goat Cheese, Fresh Herbs

ROASTED LOCAL MUSHROOMS 
Herbed Goat Cheese, Smoked Almond Pistou, Balsamic Reduction

PROSCUITTO WRAPPED DATES 
Goat Cheese, Balsamic Reduction

*** NOTE ***
All menu items and pricing are subject to change. Custom changes are considered within reason. Does not include tax, tip/labor, set up charges, rentals or any other related catering fees

Appetizer Stations

ASSORTED CHARCUTERIE


Assortment Of Cured Meats And Artisan Cheeses: Variety May Include Smoked Fish, Salami, Prosciutto, Sausage, Pepperoni, House Pickles, Beet Mustard, Artisanal Crackers, Crostini

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LOCALLY SOURCED CRUDITE


Carrot, Cucumber, Celery, House Pickles, Creamy Blue Cheese, Roasted Pepper, Hummus, Mushroom Pistou, Artisanal Crackers, Crostini

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LARGE BITES

Traditional Prawn Cocktail W/ Cocktail Sauce, Lemon

BBQ Chicken Thighs W/ Bacon Jam, Pimento

Italian Brussel Sprouts W/ Confit Garlic, Shallot, Pedro Ximenes Vinegar, Pecorino

General Tso’s Cauliflower(HOT/VEGAN)

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SLIDER STATION
Prime Beef Brisket w/ Southern Slaw, Tomato Bourbon Glaze
Pulled Pork w/ Chipotle Aioli, Cilantro
French Onion Grilled Cheese w/ Gruyere, Pecorino, Smoked Gouda

Buffet Options

OUT WEST BBQ

Mains
Pulled Pork w/ Lexington BBQ
Braised Beef Short Rib w/ Miso Coffee Velouté
BBQ Chicken w/ Bacon Jam & Pimento Cheese
Smoked Brisket w/ Tomato Bourbon Glaze
Elk Chop w Huckleberry Demi-Glace

Sides
Wyoming Caesar w/ Little Gem Lettuce, Brown Butter Crouton, Pecorino, Caesar Dressing
Mushroom and Leek Polenta
Glazed Carrots & Corn w/ Thyme & Honey Butter
Cabbage & Brussels Sprout Sweet & Sour Slaw
Brioche Dinner Rolls & Honey Butter
Corn on the Cob w/ Thyme & Pepper Compound Butter

Dessert
Mason Jar Layer Cake w/ Vanilla Cake, Chocolate Fudge, Maple Bourbon Caramel & Vanilla Bean Whip Cream

CLASSIC AMERICAN BUFFETT

Mains

Herb Roasted Prime Rib w/ Aged Sherry Bordelaise
Whole Roasted Chicken w/ Mushroom Gravy
Orecchiette w/Roasted Garlic & Tomato Sauce

Sides
Wyoming Caesar w/ Little Gem Lettuce, Brown Butter Crouton, Pecorino, Caesar Dressing
Glazed Carrots & Corn w/ Thyme & Honey Butter
Brioche Dinner Rolls & Honey Butter
Corn on the Cob w/ Thyme & Pepper Compound Butter
Roasted Garlic Potato Puree w/ Horseradish, Chive

Dessert
Seasonal Bread Pudding

MODERN AMERICAN BUFFETT

Mains

Red Bird Airline Chicken Breast w/ Honey Herb Glaze
Grilled Idaho Trout w/ Aleppo Chimichurri
Bison Petite Filet w/Huckleberry Demi-Glace

Sides
Wyoming Caesar w/ Little Gem Lettuce, Brown Butter Crouton, Pecorino, Caesar Dressing
Italian Brussel Sprouts W/ Confit Garlic, Shallot, Pedro Ximenes Vinegar, Pecorino
Risotto Style Farro w/ Gruyere & Chive
460 Baguette w/ Herb Butter

Dessert
Chocolate Cremieux w/ Almond Shortbread & Vanilla Bean Whip

*** All menu items are subject to change. Custom changes are considered within reason. Does not include tax, tip/labor, off-site delivery/set up charges, rentals ***

Plated/Family Style Dinners

SALADS

CITRUS BRAISED BEET SALAD
Mixed Greens, Goat Cheese, Candied Almonds, Pickled Watermelon Radish, Sherry Vinaigrette

WYOMING CAESAR
Wyoming Caesar w/ Little Gem Lettuce, Brown Butter Crouton, Pecorino, Caesar Dressing

ENTREES PROTEIN

Braised Beef Short Rib w/ Huckleberry Demi
Airline Chicken Breast w/ Honey Herb Glaze
Idaho Red Trout w/ Aleppo Chimichurri
Quinoa Stuffed Bell Pepper w/ Piquillo Pepper Velouté
Seasonal Vegetable Lasagna w/Ricotta
Beef Tenderloin w/ Huckleberry Demi
Bison Petit Filet w/ Huckleberry Demi
Crispy Skin Salmon w/ Aleppo Chimichurri
Elk Chops w/ Huckleberry Demi

ENTRÉE ACCOUTREMENTS

Italian Brussels Sprouts w/ Confit Garlic, Shallot, Pedro Ximenes Vinegar, Pecorino
Risotto Style Farro w/ Gruyere & Chive
Roasted Garlic Potato Puree w/ Horseradish, Chive
Glazed Carrots w/ Thyme & Honey Butter
Roasted Mushrooms & Asparagus
Sweet Potato & Brussels Sprout Hash
Glazed Carrots w/ Thyme & Honey Butter
Corn on the Cob w/ Thyme & Pepper Compound Butter

DESSERTS

Chocolate Cremieux w/ Almond Shortbread & Vanilla Bean Whip
Mason Jar Layer Cake w/ Chocolate Fudge, Whiskey Caramel & Vanilla Bean Whip Cream
Seasonal Bread Pudding

*** All menu items are subject to change. Custom changes are considered within reason.***

Breakfast Buffet

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST BUFFET:

  • Seasonal Fruit
  • Assorted pastries
  • Yogurt

HOT BREAKFAST BUFFET 

SIDES:

  • Seasonal Fruit
  • Assorted Flavored Yogurts
  • Assorted Pastries

ENTREES

  • Server with Scrambled Eggs, Hash browns, Peppers & Onions, Sauteed Mushrooms

Choice of Two Proteins

  • Bacon
  • Sausage Link
  • Sausage Patty
  • Chicken and Apple Sausage

BEVERAGE STATIONS

  • Coffee:  (approx. 20 cups per urn) Local Snake River Roasting Co. Regular Coffee
  • Hot Tea: Per Urn Tazo Assorted Hot Tea
  • Juice: Orange, Grapefruit, or Cranberry

Luncheon Buffet

STARTER

  • Chips and Dip w/ Sour Cream & Onion, Goat Cheese Ranch

SALAD (Choice of One)

  • Wyoming Caesar w/ Little Gem Lettuce, Brown Butter Crouton, Pecorino, Caesar Dressing
  • Mixed Greens Salad w/ Cucumber, Pickled Red Onion, Tomato, Corn, Honey Balsamic, Goat Cheese

ENTREES: (Choice of Two)

Assortment of Half Sandwiches with House Made Chips

  • Elk Meatloaf Wraps, Pimento, Chow Chow, Bibb Lettuce, Tomato
  • Baguette, Roasted Bison, Marinated Zucchini, Yogurt Feta, Cucumber
  • Sourdough, Balsamic Mushrooms, Herbed Cream Cheese, Arugula, Caramelized Onions
  • Ciabatta, Chicken Confit, Basil & Pepita Pesto, Apples, Arugula
  • Baguette, Capicola, Prosciutto, Heirloom Tomato, Arugula, Fresh Mozzarella, Pepperoncini, Roasted Garlic Puree

DESSERT (Choice of One)

  • House Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Seasonal Bread Pudding

Plated Luncheon

(Menu Entree Choice Must be Pre-Selected in Advance)

STARTER

COWBOY CAVIAR

Sweet Potato, Black bean, Bell Pepper, Onion, Pepitas, Bibb Lettuce Green Goddess Dressing, Local Micro Greens

SOUP/SALAD (Choice of one)

  • HOUSESALAD
    Mixed Greens,, Cucumber, Pickled Red Onion, Tomato, Corn, Goat Cheese, Honey Balsamic
  • CITRUS BRAISED BEET SALAD
    Braised Beets, Candied Almonds, Pickled Watermelon Radish, Mixed Greens, Goat Cheese,  Sherry Vinaigrette
  • SOUP OF THE DAY – ALWAYS VEGETARIAN

ENTRÉE (Choice of one)

  • TROUT PO BOI

Cajun Seasoned Idaho Red Trout, 460 Baguette, Smoked Onion Remoulade, House Pickles, Tomato, Bibb Lettuce, Gather Hot Sauce

  • FRENCH ONION GRILLED CHEESE

Sourdough, Caramelized Onions, Gruyere Cheese, Pecorino, Mushroom Au Jus, House Chips

  • CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH 

Ciabatta, Chicken Confit, Basil & Pepita Pesto, Apples, Arugula

  • THE PALATE BURGER  

Brioche, Two 3 oz Beef Patties, Smoked Onion Remoulade, Caramelized Onion and Mushrooms, Smoked Gouda, LTP

DESSERT

  • ICE CREAM
    Scoop of Vanilla and Huckleberry Ice Cream

Call (520) 820-4938 or use the form below to inquire about your event.