Insalata Verde - House Salad
Mixed greens tossed with balsamic vinaigrette, topped with shaved pecorino.
full $7.75     half $4.95
Semplice di Spinaci - Spinach Salad
Spinach tossed with sliced red onion, walnuts, mushrooms and a warm shallot vinaigrette, topped with
salted ricotta.   full $8.95     half $5.75
Insalata Romana - Roman Salad
Organic arugula, endive, radicchio, figs, gorgonzola, pine nuts with a honey-caesar vinaigrette. $8.95 (no half)
Insalata Rossa - Beet Salad
Organic beets, organic cannellini beans, organic caramelized onions, topped with salted ricotta. $8.50 (no half)

P r i m i - P a s t a s

Substitute wheat-free pasta add $1.00 (allow extra time to prepare). Non-dairy parmesan available upon
request. Half pastas available except where marked with * .
Ravioli Cremaschi
Authentic homemade regional ravioli stuffed with a sweet filling of amaretti, raisins, citron and parmesan cheese,
served in a sage-brown butter sauce. An old family recipe! $13.50
Rigatoni alla Buttera
Rigatoni pasta with pork sausage, onion, mushrooms and pink sauce. $11.95
Conchiglie alla Piemontese
Pasta shells with diced organic chicken breast, leeks, spinach, tomatoes and white wine sauce. $12.95
Gli Strozzapreti
Ricotta and spinach gnocchi baked in a porcini and white mushroom cream sauce. $12.95
Linguine all’Adriatico *
Linguine, tomatoes, garlic, basil and shrimp in a white wine sauce. $14.95
Tagliatelle alla Thomas *
Flat pasta with organic chicken meatballs and marinara sauce. $12.95
Pizzocheri Valtellinesi *
Homemade organic buckwheat pasta tossed with brown butter, cabbage, spinach, diced potato and fontina cheese.
A specialty from the northern Italian region of Lombardy. $13.50
Lasagna alla Bolognese *
Layers of homemade organic pasta, meat ragu and béchamel sauce. $13.50 (Fri.-Sun. only)
Gnocchi Gorgonzola
Homemade classic Italian-style potato dumplings in a creamy gorgonzola sauce. $11.95
THE CLASSICS
Penne or Gnocchi with Choice of Sauce:
Price shown is for penne -- for gnocchi add $1.00
Add organic chicken or shrimp add $2.50.
Marinara (traditional tomato); Arrabbiata (spicy marinara); Alfredo (cream). $10.95
Puttanesca (capers, olives, anchovies, marinara); or Carbonara * (eggs, pancetta). $12.25
Pesto (basil, olive oil, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan; or vegan). $12.25
Funghi (white mushrooms, sundried tomatoes, shallots and cream). $12.25
Sorrentina (marinara, tomatoes and fresh mozzarella). $11.95

D o l c i - D e s s e r t s

Tiramisú - Specialty of the House
Ladyfingers, mascarpone, espresso and rum in a delicious layered cake.
Best Tiramisú in the Valley! $5.50
Vesuvio al Cioccolato - Triple Layer Chocolate Mousse
Chocolate mousse with layers of rum, orange zest and espresso beans served with a raspberry sauce. $6.50
La Dolce Vita - Italian-style Cheesecake
Individual homemade maple and mascarpone mousse with walnuts. $5.95
Torta della Nonna - Grandmother’s Cake
Traditional Italian cake with short pastry and lemon cream, topped with pine nuts and almonds. $5.50
Fruttasotto - Cobbler
Non-dairy cobbler of seasonal fruit, made with organic flour and sweetened with agave nectar.*   $6.25
à la mode add $1.25    whipped cream add .50
Carob-Coconut Torta
Carob, coconut and cashew torte with an almond-date crust, topped with a fresh raspberry-date purée, and sweetened with agave nectar. Soy and gluten free; all raw ingredients.** $6.25
Affogato al Caffé
Two scoops vanilla ice cream soaked in espresso coffee, topped with whipped cream. $4.95
Scoop of Ice Cream or Sorbet 1) $1.85    2) $3.70    3) $4.75
Ice cream: chocolate, vanilla, pistachio. Sorbet: coconut, raspberry.

** Agave nectar is considered by many to be an acceptable sweetener for diabetics.
   However, only you know for sure if this is appropriate for your dietary needs.

rev. 10/21/08

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C a t e r i n g M e n u

All items also available for on-site brunches and buffets, add 15%.
Prices do not include sales tax.

        Appetizers - 28-piece platter serves 12-14 guests.
Uva e Caprino Grapes coated with goat cheese and rolled in poppy seeds. $14.00
Salmone della Casa Creme fraiche, smoked salmon, red onion on crunchy bread. $35.00
Prosciutto e Melone Cantaloupe wrapped in prosciutto. $35.00
Crostino al Pollo Diced chicken and vegetables tossed with house dressing on crunchy bread. $32.00
Bruschetta al Pomodoro Baguette topped with tomatoes, garlic, basil , olive oil. $28.00
Gamberi con Endiva Shrimp on a leaf of Belgian endive. $34.00
Tacchino Tonnato Sliced turkey breast marinated in a tuna sauce served on crunchy bread. $32.00
Involtino di Melanzane Goat cheese and sundried tomatoes wrapped in eggplant. $30.00
Salmone in Bella Vista Poached salmon filet (3 lb.) garnished with cucumbers, served with dill sauce. $75.00

        Pastas - tray serves 14-16; available in half portions
Rigatoni alla Buttera Rigatoni with pork sausage, onion, mushrooms, pink sauce. $64.00
Fusilli al Salmone Corkscrew pasta with smoked salmon, chives, cream sauce. $75.00
Conchiglie al Pollo Shell pasta with organic chicken, sun dried tomatoes, pesto. $70.00
Penne Primavera Penne with vegetables and marinara sauce. $64.00
Lasagna alla Bolognese or Vegetarian Layers of pasta, béchamel sauce, meat ragu (or
   vegetables), parmesan cheese. $88.00

        Entrees - tray serves 16
Served with roasted potatoes and sautéed seasonal vegetable.
Organic roasted chicken (cut in eight pieces) with demi-glace sauce. $88.00
Organic chicken breast (4 oz.) with Marsala and mushroom sauce. $75.00
Roasted duck (cut in four pieces) with balsamic reduction sauce. $125.00
Filet of sole (6-7 oz) with a caper and mushroom sauce. $132.00
Salmon (4 oz) with garlic sauce. $112.00
Halibut (4 oz) with Pernod-cream sauce. $168.00 *
Swordfish (4 oz) with fresh tomato, garlic and basil sauce. $162.00 *
Grilled New York steak (4 oz) with whole grain mustard sauce. $120.00
Filet Mignon (4 oz) with Port wine sauce. $145.00
Grilled lamb chops (3 pcs. each person ) with rosemary sauce. $257.00
* Subject to availability.

        Dessert
Tiramisú (tray)          Large serves 40-48             $165.00
                            Medium serves 18-21           $80.00
                                    Small serves 9-12                 $42.00

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P a r t y M e n u

Cafe Carolina is available for private parties. Whether you are celebrating a private gathering with family
and friends, or need a venue for your networking group or staff meeting, our menu offers a wide range
of choices for every taste and budget. Our chef will be happy to discuss your ideas and choices to
ensure your party is culinarily perfect!

Prices are per person. All items include a salad of organic mixed greens tossed with balsamic vinaigrette and topped with shaved pecorino; ice cream, sorbet or tiramisú for dessert; and iced tea, hot tea or house coffee.
All entrees (non-pasta dishes) are served with organic roasted potatoes and organic sautéed seasonal vegetables. Gluten free pasta can be substituted in some dishes* (add $1.00 per order). The room is available for three hours and may be subject to a room charge.

        $22 per person
Rigatoni alla Buttera* pasta with pork sausage, onion, mushrooms, pink sauce.
Penne Primavera* pasta, vegetables and marinara sauce.
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina or Gorgonzola potato dumplings with marinara, basil and fresh mozzarella
or gorgonzola-sage sauce
Filet of Sole with a caper and lemon sauce.
Pork Loin Scaloppine with Port wine sauce

        $26 per person
Fusilli al Salmone* pasta with smoked salmon, chives, sweet peas, cream sauce.
Conchiglie al Pollo* shell pasta with organic chicken, sun dried tomatoes, pesto.
Strozzapreti ricotta and spinach dumplings with a porcini-cream sauce.
Lasagna alla Bolognese layers of pasta, meat ragu, béchamel, parmesan cheese.
Organic Chicken Marsala a half chicken with Marsala wine sauce
Salmon fillet grilled with a caper and mushroom sauce.
Flank Steak grilled and sliced, topped with a balsamic reduction sauce.

        $31 per person
Chicken Diavola marinated and grilled spicy organic half chicken.
Sea Bass/Swordfish/Tuna with garlic, basil, olives and tomato sauce.
Grilled New York steak/ Rib eye with a whole grain mustard sauce.
Roasted Duck with plums and balsamic reduction sauce.

        $39 per person
Halibut with a Pernod-fennel sauce.
Filet Mignon with Madeira wine sauce.
Grilled Lamb Chops with thyme sauce.

Price does not include tax or gratuity. For parties of 8 or more an 18% gratuity will be added.
For private parties, a corkage fee will apply as follows. 1-5 bottles: $3 each; thereafter: $2 each.

        Lunch-only options
For a lunch-time gathering, you may prefer something lighter. We can prepare a variety of salads and sandwiches as well as frittata (Italian-style omelet) or tofu scramble. Prices vary, though most items are less than $10/person. Sandwiches served on our homemade organic focaccia. All items come with a salad of organic mixed greens with a balsamic vinaigrette.

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B r e a k f a s t / L u n c h M e n u
(for private on-site parties)

ZUPPA - SOUP OF THE DAY
Non-dairy vegetarian soup served with bread
— ask about today’s selection cup $4.50 bowl $6.50

CRESPELLE - CREPES
Our homemade crepes are made using organic flour, eggs, and milk.
They are served with organic roasted potatoes and a seasonal vegetable.

Crespella Piemontese - Chicken Crepe
Broccoli, sundried tomatoes, organic chicken and mozzarella cheese. $9.25
Crespella ai Funghi - Mushroom Crepe
Sautéed mushrooms, basil, sundried tomatoes, mozzarella cheese. $8.95
Crespella di Mare - Shrimp Crepe
Sautéed shrimp, spinach, crushed tomato, garlic and feta cheese. $9.75

IN THE MOOD FOR . . . NOT CREPES
Served with organic roasted rosemary potatoes or green salad.
Add cheese (or soy) $1.00. Extra egg add $1.25; whites only add $1.80.

Frittata Riva Veronese - Italian-style Omelette
Two-egg frittata with broccoli, onions, sundried tomatoes and mozzarella. $8.95
Frittata Montanara
Two-egg frittata with asparagus, red onion and gorgonzola. $8.75
Tofu Scramble
Organic tofu sautéed with shallots, broccoli, mushrooms, sundried tomatoes, garlic. $7.95
Capperi che Salmone - Gravlax
Smoked salmon on toasted country bread, with creme fraiche, red onion and capers. $10.25

INSALATE - SALADS

Insalata Verde - Green Salad
Organic mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette and shaved pecorino. $7.50   half $4.75
Semplice di Spinaci - Spinach Salad
Organic spinach tossed with red onions, walnuts, mushrooms, warm shallot-mustard vinaigrette,
topped with salted ricotta. $8.50   half $5.25
Pollo Ruspante - Chicken Salad
Sliced organic chicken breast on a bed of mixed greens, tossed with balsamic vinaigrette and parmesan.
$9.50   no half

PASTE E GNOCCHI - PASTAS
Substitute wheat-free pasta add $1.00 (allow extra time to prepare).
Non-dairy parmesan available. Add chicken or shrimp $2.50.

Penne Marinara or Alfredo
Penne with traditional marinara or Alfredo sauce. $8.25
Penne Pesto
Penne with pesto sauce. $8.95
Gnocchi alla Marinara
Traditional potato dumplings with marinara sauce. $9.25
Gnocchi al Pesto
Traditional potato dumplings with pesto sauce. $9.95
Penne alla Checca
Penne tossed with fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, lemon juice and parmesan. $8.75
Fettuccine alla Thomas
Fettucine tossed with organic chicken meatballs, garlic, basil, marinara. $10.75
Orecchiette alla Boscaiola
Shell pasta with mushrooms, shallots, peas and pancetta in a cream sauce. $10.50
Linguine coi Gamberetti
Linguine with shrimp, crushed tomato, white wine. $11.25

Don’t see what you want? Call us . . . . . Nothing is impossible!

rev. 11/18/08

All menus subject to change without notice.