Enjoy Chicago’s beautiful architecture and skyline from the deck of one of Chicago’s First Lady Cruises. The epitome of elegance and comfort, Chicago’s First Lady, modeled after the presidential yacht, Sequoia, has delighted thousands since its launch in 1991. For evening events from 25 to 225 that require something extraordinary, Chicago’s First Lady provides the setting, the service and the memories. We will prepare a menu for your event that reflects the casual ease of a boat cruise, while maintaining the exceptional quality and beautiful presentation for which we are known.

Please click on a menu listed below:

Boat Cruise Packages

Exclusively for Chicago’s First Lady

COCKTAILS ON THE CHICAGO RIVER
$20 per guest (select 4 hors d'oeuvres and 2 displays)
$25 per guest (select 5 hors d'oeuvres and 4 displays)

Table Snacks
Holy Cow! Potato Chips

Passed Hors D’oeuvres
Spinach and Parmesan Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
Puff Pastry with Goat Cheese and Plum Compote
Caramelized Onion and Fontina Cheese on Flatbread with Balsamic Glaze
Herbed Potato Puffs
Cherry Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella and Basil Skewer
Baked Brie with Raspberry Compote and Almonds in Phyllo Cup
Sautéed Wild Mushrooms in Puff Pastry Cup with Balsamic Glaze
Barbeque Chicken Skewers
Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato Salad Filled Parmesan Cups
Peppercorn Crusted Beef Skewers Drizzled with Bordelaise
Sweet Potato Pancake Topped with Seared Tenderloin of Beef and Horseradish Cream
Sliced Sirloin Wrapped Asparagus with Balsamic Glaze
Tenderloin of Beef Rolled with Watercress and Horseradish Cream Cheese
Fingerling Potatoes with Chive Sour Cream, Topped with American Sturgeon Caviar
Smoked Salmon Tartare Spoon Canapés
Smoked Salmon with Cream Cheese and Chives on Toast Points
Jumbo Lump Crab Stuffed Mushrooms · add $1
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with Caper Rémoulade · add $2
Lump Crab and Mango Salad Spoon Canapés with Citrus Cream · add $2
Colossal Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce · add $2
Buffalo Shrimp Skewers with Bleu Cheese Dipping Sauce · add $2
Lobster Medallions with Cocktail Sauce · market

Display Platters
Domestic Cheese Selection with Water Crackers
Artichoke, Spinach and Parmesan Cheese Dip with Rosemary Flatbread
Assorted Seasonal Fresh Fruit Display
Fresh Garden Vegetable Crudité with Creamy Garlic Dip
Seasonal Marinated Grilled Vegetable Platter
Assorted Wraps with Chicken, Sirloin, Tuna and Grilled Vegetable Salads
Miniature Cheeseburgers with Caramelized Onions
Miniature Roast Beef Sandwiches with Horseradish Cream
Decorated Whole Poached Salmon with Capers, Red Onions and Dill Cream Cheese (minimum 50 guests) · add $1


Please inquire about additional menu items, a la carte selections and theme packages.
$500 food minimum. Prices are per guest and do not reflect current sales tax, service charges or delivery fee.
Packages include standard linens and disposables. Specialty linen available upon request.
Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Boat Cruise Packages

Exclusively for Chicago’s First Lady


GRAND CANAL, VENICE
$38 per guest

Passed Hors D'oeuvres

select three
Harry's Bruschetta with Shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano
Herbed Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomato Crostini
Caramelized Onion and Fontina Cheese on Rosemary Flatbread with Balsamic Glaze
Asparagus and Sun-Dried Tomato Risotto Cake with Tomato Onion Relish
Chicken Pesto Pinwheels
Baked Polenta with Italian Sausage, Ricotta Salata and Wild Mushrooms with Balsamic Glaze
Italian Sausage and Peppers Skewers
Prosciutto Wrapped Seasonal Melon
Gorgonzola, Prosciutto and Sliced Pear Crostini
Puff Pastry Wrapped Italian Sausage
Toasted Meat Ravioli with Marinara

Buffet
Caesar Salad with Homemade Garlic Croutons and Shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano
Rigatoni with Vodka Sauce
Boneless Breast of Chicken Vesuvio
Sliced Italian Beef Au Jus with Peppers
Grilled Seasonal Vegetables
Assorted Rustic Breads and Rolls with Butter
Tiramisu with Chocolate Shavings and Chocolate Sauce
Miniature Cannoli

Grand Antipasto Display
add $9
Italian Style Cured Meats
Imported, Aged Italian Cheeses
Grilled Fresh Vegetables, Marinated Olives, Hearts of Palm, Artichoke Hearts and Pepperoncini
Smoked Almonds and Dried Fruits
Assorted Rustic Breads, Rolls, Crackers and Infused Dipping Oils


RIO GRANDE, MEXICO
$39 per guest

Passed Hors D'oeuvres

Miniature Tortilla Cups Filled with Chilled Gazpacho
Adobo Chicken Skewers with Fire Roasted Salsa
Miniature Tostadas Topped with Rock Shrimp and Roasted Corn and Avocado Relish

Buffet
Mixed Greens, Shaved Red Onions and Mixed Citrus with Citrus Vinaigrette
Chicken or Cheese Enchiladas with Red Sauce
Carne Asada with Guacamole and Pico de Gallo
Corn and Flour Tortillas
Refried Beans
Spanish Rice
Jicama Slaw with Citrus Dressing
Tres Leches with Caramel Sauce
Cinnamon Churros

Table Snacks
add $2
Tortilla Chips and Fresh Tomato Salsa


YANGTZE RIVER, ASIA
$42 per guest


Passed Hors D'oeuvres
Vegetable Egg Rolls with Sweet and Sour Dipping Sauce
Steamed Dumplings with Chili Soy Dipping Sauce
Coriander and Lemon Pepper Crusted Seared Yellowfin Tuna on Wonton Crisp with Wasabi Cream

Buffet
Asian Noodle Salad with Vegetables, Chopped Peanuts, Cilantro and Sesame Soy Vinaigrette
Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce
Beef Panang Curry
Vegetable Fried Rice
Jasmine Rice
Cucumber Salad with Fresh Ginger Vinaigrette
Assorted Chocolate Dipped Fruits
Fortune and Almond Cookies

Sushi Display
add $10
Assorted Handmade Maki Rolls and Nigiri
Fresh Ginger, Wasabi and Soy Sauce


THE SEINE, FRANCE
$45 per guest


Passed Hors D'oeuvres
Smoked Salmon with Crème Fraîche and Dill on Toast Points
Baked Brie with Raspberry Compote and Almonds in Phyllo Cup
Sweet Onion Tart with Olives

Buffet
Baby Greens, Cherry Tomatoes and Bleu Cheese with Sherry Shallot Vinaigrette
Coq Au Vin
Tenderloin Au Poivre Skewers
Lyonnaise Potatoes
Haricots Verts with Lemon Oil
Baguettes and Petite Chapeau Rolls with Honey Butter
Fruit Galettes with Crème Anglaise
Madeleines


BAYOU DE L'OUTRE, LOUISIANA
$42 per guest


Passed Hors D'oeuvres
Corn Bread Bites with Pulled BBQ Pork
Crawfish Boulettes with Spicy Cajun Dipping Sauce
Petite Shrimp Po' Boy with Creamy Rémoulade

Buffet
Mixed Greens, Apples, Praline Pecans and Shaved Red Onion with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Pecan Crusted Chicken Breasts with Lemon Maple Bourbon Butter
Jambalaya with Andouille Sausage and Shrimp
Dirty Rice and Creole Red Beans
Hush Puppies
Cajun Creamed Corn with Bell Peppers, Onions and Tomatoes
Assorted Rustic Breads and Biscuits Baguettes with Honey Butter
Bread Pudding with Brandy Crème Anglaise
Assorted Tartlets and Cookies


MISSISSIPPI RIVER, HOMETOWN USA
$26 per guest


Grilled Breast of Chicken
Kosher Hot Dogs
Char-Grilled Hamburgers
Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Relish and Kosher Dill Pickles
Holy Cow! Potato Chips
Cole Slaw
Red Skin Potato Salad
Cotton Candy and Cracker Jacks
Chocolate Chip Cookies


HUDSON RIVER, NEW YORK
$27 per guest


Hot Pastrami, Corned Beef and Brisket
Oven Roasted Turkey Breast and Chilled Roasted Vegetables
Thousand Island Dressing, Stone Ground Mustard, Yellow Mustard and Mayonnaise
Assorted Cheeses, Lettuce, Onions, Sauerkraut, Tomatoes and Pickles
Light Rye, Onion Rolls, Kaiser Rolls and Whole Wheat Bread
Holy Cow! Potato Chips
Macaroni Salad
Vinegar Slaw
Chilled Watermelon Slices
Assorted Freshly Baked Cookies and Dessert Bars


SWEETS ON THE POTOMAC, WASHINGTON D.C.
$11 per guest


Miniature Pastries
Dark and White Chocolate Dipped Long Stem Strawberries
Assorted Cakes and Pies
White Chocolate Mousse with Seasonal Berries
Fresh Sliced Seasonal Fruit with Yogurt Dipping Sauce
Freshly Brewed Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee
Gourmet Hot Tea Selections


BEVERAGES
Beverage packages are provided by Chicago's First Lady.

SERVICE
Harry Caray's Catering & Events will provide professionally attired event supervisors,
service attendants, uniformed chefs and full kitchen staff.
Gratuity is at client's discretion.


Please inquire about additional menu items, a la carte selections and theme packages.
$500 food minimum. Prices are per guest and do not reflect current sales tax, service charges or delivery fee.
Packages include standard linens and disposables. Specialty linen available upon request.
Prices and availability are subject to change.

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