<![CDATA[ - BLOG]]>Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:10:40 -0800Weebly<![CDATA[Wow! It's February already!]]>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:16:35 GMThttp://bananaleafcatering.com/1/post/2012/02/wow-its-february-already.html
In January we provided snacks and drinks for a Goldman-Sachs event a Dartmouth College. There was a big Chinese New Year Party for 200 people in the Upper Valley to usher in the Year of the Dragon for which Banana Leaf was pleased to provide a portion of the festivities! A few other small events rounded out our month. Pictured above are our new dessert offerings!!!

]]><![CDATA[CELEBRATION!! at Counseling Associates of New London]]>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 13:22:23 GMThttp://bananaleafcatering.com/1/post/2011/12/celebration-at-counseling-associates-of-new-london.htmlPicture
The New London office for the Counseling Associates was transformed for a night of celebration and we had such fun adding sparkle and fun to the lobby and waiting areas. Therapists and their families from the Newport and Claremont offices joined their New London associates for a Banana Leaf treat- something a little different for the group! This event called for gluten-free dishes as one of the guests was gluten-intolerant. We checked to make sure that at least 6 of the entrees we were serving were gluten-free and used Tamari soy sauce (100% soy) in place of regular soy sauce which contains wheat. Everyone had a great time!
I LOVE this time of year when people take a little time to show their appreciation for those around them!!
]]><![CDATA[GlycoFi Holiday Party for 70]]>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 03:08:38 GMThttp://bananaleafcatering.com/1/post/2011/12/glycofi-holiday-party.html
GlycoFi (Merck) is a biotherapeutics company with a serious mission. But last Friday night, the only items on the agenda were Fun and Food. Their hard-working employees were treated to a spread of Banana Leaf specialties including Hunan Eggplant with Spicy Meat Sauce, Green Curry Chicken, Fried Meehoon, Dragon Noodles, Summer Rolls, Sushi, Grilled Wings, Cookies, and Tapioca Pearls in Coconut sweet soup. There are quite a few vegetarians in the group and so we served our vegetarian version of Fried Meehoon, with plenty of shiitake mushrooms and colorful crisp vegetables. Everyone was also treated to a stand-up act and classical guitar pieces by one of their own multi-talented scientists.This party was a lot of fun for me!
]]><![CDATA[Taste of the Upper Valley Event Nov 4th 2011]]>Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:03:29 GMThttp://bananaleafcatering.com/1/post/2011/10/taste-of-the-upper-valley-event-nov-4th-2011.htmlBanana Leaf Catering will be at the "Taste of the Upper Valley" event at the Shaker Museum on Friday, November 4th 2011
We will be presenting our signature dish- Beef Rendang.
Come by for a taste! There will be many other restaurants and caterers presenting their own signature dishes. This is a great way to help plan for your big event!
Call (603) 632-4346 or visit www.shakermuseum.org for more information.
]]><![CDATA[Sarah's Birthday Party on the night of the Snowtober Blizzard]]>Sun, 30 Oct 2011 14:58:42 GMThttp://bananaleafcatering.com/1/post/2011/10/sarahs-birthday-party-on-the-night-of-the-snowtober-blizzard.htmlIt was a night to remember! A rare blizzard in October, guests navigating snow-covered roads from MA, grilling sates in the snowstorm, and a foot of white stuff on the ground this morning. Sarah's guests braved the slick roads for her big day and the turnout was great. Banana Leaf really enjoyed the experience with this warm and friendly group. What to do on a snowy night? Why not eat when you've got Summer Rolls, Sates, Salmon Cakes, Wings, Fried Meehoon, Bok Choy Salad, Beef Rendang, Green Curry Chicken, and Ma Po Tofu. And of course Coconut Pineapple Cake with cream cheese icing.  I'm really glad we got the snow tires on early this year!
]]><![CDATA[Asian Style Stir Fried Lobster!]]>Sun, 23 Oct 2011 11:29:52 GMThttp://bananaleafcatering.com/1/post/2011/10/asian-style-stir-fried-lobster.htmlI miss the famous stir fried crabs of Malaysia but fresh meaty crabs are hard to come by in New Hampshire.
However, another crustacean fits the bill nicely- Lobster!
Presenting Black Pepper Lobster (picture below) and Chile Lobster........ the best part is the sauce that goes so well over rice and I do so love working to get the meat out of all the nooks and crannies. It's finger licking good!
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]]><![CDATA[Birthday Dinner for 13 Gals!]]>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 11:26:42 GMThttp://bananaleafcatering.com/1/post/2011/10/birthday-dinner-for-13-gals.htmlKaren turned 40 and her girlfriends gave her a day to remember. I was psyched to hear the plan for the special day which started out with surprising Karen at her home (her husband and 4 kids including 1-yr old twins were in on it!) and asking her to pack an overnight bag. A few minutes drive to the home of her sister where a yoga instructor was waiting to lead a class. Later, in the day, massages for the ladies followed by a nature hike and to top it off- Banana Leaf! I forgot my camera and didn't capture any images but the ladies loved the food and they said it capped off their wonderful day perfectly! I thought it was a such a wonderful fun birthday plan- I would have loved a surprise like that myself  when I had turned 40--- but that was a while ago!!
]]><![CDATA[Proctor Academy Donor Dinner]]>Fri, 07 Oct 2011 11:49:51 GMThttp://bananaleafcatering.com/1/post/2011/10/proctor-donor-dinner.html
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Woodland Point- A stunning lakefront setting for an appreciation dinner!
Mark and Kristen welcomed everyone with their warm hospitality. Banana Leaf was excited to be there with our signature appetizers of Chicken Sate, Grilled Wings, Salmon Cakes, Summer Rolls, and entrees of Fried Meehoon, Dragon Noodles, and Stir Fried Beef with Ginger and Cilantro.
]]><![CDATA[Art and Food at New London Hospital!]]>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:16:06 GMThttp://bananaleafcatering.com/1/post/2011/09/art-and-food-at-new-london-hospital.htmlCreativity abounds at the New London Hospital Art Reception!  Four talented area artists showcase their gems on the walls of the hospital. The Friends of New London Hospital are a volunteer philanthropic service-oriented group that supports the hospital including the art event.  Banana Leaf provided the hors d'oeuvres for the event last night. The Friends and artists sampled our Dragon Noodles, sushi, pork tenderloin with roasted pepper sauce, specialty beef rendang, salmon cakes, chicken sate bites along with vegetable crudite and fruit platter. It was a warm inviting event on the evening when a cold front blew into New London! Click ONCE on first picture to magnify it and bring up a slide show!
]]><![CDATA[Diversity Dinner and Contra Dance]]>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 22:52:39 GMThttp://bananaleafcatering.com/1/post/2011/08/diversity-dinner-and-contra-dance.htmlThis year's Diversity Dinner and Contra Dance at Vermont Law School featured Kosher fare and foods from Mexico,  Africa, and South East Asia. Banana Leaf was there to add our flair to the lively party with colorful vegetable sushi, succulent pork tenderloin with roasted pepper sauce, golden salmon cakes with a minty cucumber sauce, bok choy salad, and almond agar agar jelly with jackfruit and strawberries. What a party! Live music and line dancing! Yee Hah!!
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