SPEND DECEMBER WITH CHOWGIRLS
We're delighted to offer our clients a specially curated menu for the month of the December. Whether you're hosting an office party or an intimate meal at home, our menu offers plenty of variety for every event style.
Chowgirls Cordial offers full bar catering with gorgeous glassware and lively libations, including local beer and spirits, organic wines, seasonal cocktails, and spirit-free options. The cherry on top? Charming bartenders who are passionate about their craft.
STYLISH SOLUTIONS
FOR ALL YOUR BAR NEEDS
Chowgirls Cordial offers full bar catering with gorgeous glassware and lively libations, including local beer and spirits, organic wines, seasonal cocktails, and spirit-free options. The cherry on top? Charming bartenders who are passionate about their craft.
LET US TAKE CARE OF EVERYTHING
Trim down your vendor list by thinking of Chowgirls for everything from event design and floral to food and drinks. All you have to do is enjoy the party while we share great food and good cheer with your guests.
UPGRADE YOUR HOLIDAY
Impress your guests with a little something extra. We're excited to offer elevated event design packages, custom gingerbread houses and ice sculptures, a holiday cookie decorating station, and much more to make your event memorable.
MENUS
FOOD
Menu items marked with an asterisk (*) are available for delivery.
Apple Crisp
House-made spiced apple chip topped with a vegan parsnip mousse, candied hazelnut crumb and sherry gastrique.
GF, VV
Bacon Pecan Tartlets*
Crispy local bacon, maple syrup filling, and pecans in a bite-sized shell.
Beef Wellington Bite
Peterson Craft Meats flank steak served atop puff pastry with mushroom duxelles and a creamy mustard béarnaise sauce.
Blue Cheese & Walnut Palmier*
A crispy puff pastry bite, baked with walnuts and blue cheese.
V
Brown Sugar-Brined Chicken Skewer*
Larry Schultz chicken brined overnight in a secret recipe of spices and brown sugar, grilled and finished with Farmhouse Kitchens butter.
GF
Chowgirls Snack Mix*
A delightful mix of oyster crackers and cheese crackers in a herby garlic seasoning with feathered parmesan.
V
Coconut Shrimp Croquette
Fried shrimp and coconut served with sambal aioli, citrus, and microgreens.
DF
Coq aU Vin Meatball*
A party version of the French classic — ground local chicken and mushrooms, white wine, and fresh thyme.
Crudité Cup
Colorful raw veggies, two ways — with our signature beet hummus and saffron aioli — beautifully presented in a delicate glass vessel with fresh herb garnish.
GF, VV
Fancy Deviled EggS*
Local organic eggs, classically "deviled" with a variety of toppings.
DF, GF, V
Flank Steak Skewer*
Grass-fed flank steak rubbed in fresh herbs, grilled, sliced and skewered. Served with chimichurri.
DF, GF
French Onion Arancini
A delicious twist on a classic french onion soup. Crispy risotto balls stuffed with rich, savory cheese and caramelized onions. Served with charred green onion aioli.
V
Ham & Havarti Slider*
The ultimate cocktail sandwich — ham and cheese on a brioche roll, drizzled with poppyseed dressing, baked and served hot.
Available GF upon request
Holiday Antipasto Skewer*
Sliced prosciutto, apple poached in cranberry syrup, and mozzarella, finished with a balsamic reduction.
GF
Holiday Crostini
Herbed whipped ricotta topped with white wine cranberries, hot honey, toasted pistachio, and microgreens.
V
Available GF upon request
Holiday Pasty*
Roasted sweet potato and Brussels sprouts with a béchamel sauce in a flaky pastry.
V
Holiday Polenta Cake
Crisp and buttery polenta cake with whipped herb chèvre, roasted local mushrooms, and rosemary oil.
GF, V
Hoyo Sambusa
Savory spiced Somali hand pie. Choose lentil or grass-fed beef. Served with cilantro chutney.
DF
Available V, VV upon request
Hush Puppy*
Corn batter fried with local chorizo and charred corn in a croquette with jalapeño jelly.
Lemon Pistachio Dates*
Naturally bite-sized dates stuffed with vegan cheese, topped with pistachios and Maldon salt.
GF, VV
MINI Latkes
Bite-sized potato pancakes served with organic applesauce, sour cream, and chives.
V
Mini Lobster Roll
New England lobster dressed with tarragon aioli and preserved lemon in a soft roll, griddled in sambal butter.
Orange Fennel Chicken Skewer*
Organic chicken thigh with ras el hanout spice blend. Grilled and tossed with an orange-fennel glaze.
DF, GF
Pigs in a Parka
Gerhard's Hungarian sausage in a buttery puff pastry. Served with a grainy mustard aioli.
Potato Chip & Caviar
Sturgeon caviar served atop a housemade potato chip with crème fraîche.
DF, GF
Rumaki
Bacon-wrapped water chestnuts and dates coated in a tangy barbecue chili sauce. Served sizzling hot.
DF, GF
Salmon Skewer with Mustard Cream*
Perfectly grilled salmon, served chilled with pink peppercorn and mustard crème fraîche.
GF
Shrimp Cocktail*
Poached tail-on shrimp served chilled with lemon wedges, classic cocktail sauce, and tarragon aioli.
DF, GF
Swedish Meatball*
A one-bite beef and pork meatball with traditional Scandinavian meatballs with creamy gravy, lingonberry preserves, and fresh chopped herbs.
Sweet Potato Peppadew*
Sweet and spicy pickled pepper stuffed with seasoned sweet potato pureé.
GF, VV
Vegan Reuben BITE
A vegan take on a meaty classic. Slow-braised beets with a peppery crust atop a marble rye toast crisp, local sauerkraut, and vegan Russian dressing.
VV
Whiskey Ginger Chicken Skewer*
Organic chicken thigh in a sticky bourbon, orange and ginger glaze. Skewered and sprinkled with sesame seeds.
Whiskey Ginger Meatball*
As featured in our cookbook. A cocktail-sized pork and beef meatball in a sticky bourbon, orange and ginger glaze. Sprinkled with sesame seeds.
Winter Squash & Sausage*
Butternut squash skewered with grilled Gerhard's sausage. Topped with fried sage and maple butter.
GF
DRINKS
Menu items marked with an asterisk (*) are available for delivery.
CINNAMON DAIQUIRI
Aged dark rum blend with a cinnamon twist makes for a fun holiday treat.
CONSTANT COMMENT
OLD FASHIONED
House bourbon steeped in orange peels and warm winter spices.
CRANBERRY SAUCED
Gamle Ode Celebration Aquavit and organic cranberry juice with warm winter spices. Garnished with star anise, dill, and fresh cranberries.
DARK CHOCOLATE MANHATTAN
Dark chocolate rye Manhattan made with Italian amaro and crème de cacao. Served with an Amarena cherry on top.
DRY VERMOUTH GIMLET
Fortified wine and lime juice with a pinch of salt for a low-proof drink.
ESPRESSO MARTINI
Our take on a modern classic! Local Misfit coffee, vanilla, and vodka.
GINGERBREAD MULE
The classic Moscow mule gets an upgrade with rich molasses and fresh ginger. Try it with vodka or bourbon!
MANDARIN MARGARITA
A fruity margarita made with our mandarin orange cordial and a smoky mezcal-tequila blend.
RED WINE MANHATTAN
Our holiday Manhattan pairs red wine syrup with Rye whiskey. Served with an Amarena cherry on top.
REVERSE MARTINI
A classic martini with all the great flavor, but a low ABV.
REACH OUT TO LEARN MORE
We’re so excited to hear from you! Complete the form below to begin planning your event. We’ll review your details and be in touch soon.
Our event minimums are dependent on day of the week:
$1,500 minimum Sunday-Wednesday
$2,500 minimum Friday
$5,000 minimum Thursday & Saturday
For no minimums and easy online ordering, check out By-the-Box.
BEER
Athletic Brewing Co. Upside Dawn
Lagunitas Hoppy Refresher
WINE
FRĒ Dealcoholized Chardonnay
SPIRITS
PerSe Canned Mocktails
ACCOUTREMENTS
Club Soda
Tonic Water
Reed's Ginger Beer
Jinx Tea
Forage Kombucha
Coke Products
La Croix
Lemons
Limes
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes, all of our bartenders operate under our liquor license. All bartenders are trained and insured for liquor liability.
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Certainly! There are many factors that go into sourcing items that are not on our menu, so additional fees will apply.
In some cases, yes. You can provide your own alcohol if your event is outside the city of Minneapolis and your venue approves. Inquire with your Event Specialist for more details.
No, instead we offer packages priced per person, per hour.
We offer a cashless (credit or debit only) bar that allows guests to pay for their own drinks.