For more detailed information on HCCA’s Food & Beverage policies and procedures, please contact:
Brian Candler
Food & Beverage Manager
bcandler@ashevillenc.gov
828-259-5765
Please see below for select catering options.
Menu items and prices are subject to change. All prices are subject to a 20% catering service charge, as well as state and county taxes. Please contact our Food & Beverage Manager for all current pricing and options.
Alcohol
The Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville holds an “on-premises” retail license under the North Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Control (“ABC”) laws. As a licensee we are responsible for the administration of these regulations. Alcoholic beverages may not be brought onto the premises from outside sources without prior written consent of the General Manager. If approval is received a corkage fee will be accessed & an event specific ABC permit must be presented. In compliance with regulations, we reserve the right to ask patrons for proper identification for alcoholic beverage service. We reserve the right to refuse alcohol service to intoxicated or underage persons. Alcoholic beverages may not be removed from the premises.
A La Carte Break Service
Beverages
Freshly Brewed Premium Coffee
Freshly Brewed Sweet/or Unsweet Iced Tea
Infused Waters (Cucumber Mint, Watermelon Basil, Citrus)
Breakfast Selections
Assorted Chilled Low-fat Greek Yogurts
Assorted Local Bagels & Cream Cheese
House-made Individual Yogurt Parfaits
Snack Selections
Sliced Seasonal Fruit (serves 12 guests)
Warm Soft Pretzels & Lusty Monk Mustard/Cheese sauce
Seasonal Vegetables & ROOTS Hummus (serves 12 guests)
Continental Selections
All Continentals will be replenished for a total of 30 minutes.
Healthy Start
Local Whole Grain Bagels & Assorted Breads, Bowls of Cut Seasonal Fruits & Whole Bananas,
Chilled Individual Low-fat & Non-fat Greek Yogurts, Bottled Water,
Freshly Brewed Premium Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee & Herbal Teas
Haywood St. Hot Breakfast Buffet
50 person minimum
Sausage & Cheese Stata, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Seasoned Breakfast Potatoes, Freshly Baked Muffins,
Freshly Brewed Premium Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee & Premium Teas, Assorted Chilled Juices
Break Service Menu
All breaks will be replenished for a total of 30 minutes – 25 person minimum
Beverage Break
Freshly Brewed Premium Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Herbal Hot Tea
Assorted Soft Drinks, Unsweet & Sweetened Iced Tea, Freshly Infused Water
Farmers’ Market Break
Fresh Cut Seasonal Fruits & Berries, Whole Fresh Fruit, Cheese Board Featuring Local & Regional Cheeses,
Roots Hummus, Fresh Vegetables & Pita Chips, Freshly Brewed Premium Coffee,
Unsweet Iced Tea & Lemonade
Box Lunch Selection
All box lunches include a Fresh Whole Fruit, Sweet Treat, Kettle Chips & a Bottled Water.
Croissant Sandwich
Chicken Salad or Roasted Turkey with Cheese, Lettuce & Tomato Served on large Croissant with Mayonnaise & Mustard on the side
Veggie Hummus Wrap
Freshly Julienned Vegetables, Local ROOTS Red Pepper Hummus, Lettuce & Spinach Tortilla
Chicken Caesar Salad
Grilled Chicken Strips, Herbed Croutons & Shaved Parmesan on a Bed of Romaine Lettuce with Caesar Dressing
Prepared Signature Platters
Serves 12 Guests
Signature Platter
Vegetable, Roast Beef & Oven Roasted Turkey
Shrimp Platter
Two pounds of 41-50ct. tail on Shrimp, Fresh Cocktail Sauce, & Lemon Wedges (80-100 shrimp)
Pecan Berry Salad
Fresh Baby Spinach, Pecans, Local Seasonal Berries (when available), Goat Cheese & a Citrus Vinaigrette
Lunch Buffets
Buffets can be tailored to meet each of our guest’s needs & dietary specifications. Please speak to our Food & Beverage Manager for details on customized gourmet buffet selections. All buffet lunches include Iced Tea, Water, Freshly Brewed Regular Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee & 1.5 Hour Service Time. 25 guest minimum
Fiesta Buffet
Fajitas: Marinated Beef or Chicken with Flour Tortillas, Chopped Onions & Green Peppers; Tossed Green Salad with Cheddar Cheese, Scallions & Tomatoes; Mexican Corn Salad, Corn Tortilla Chips & Salsa Fresca, Refried Beans, Sour Cream & Assorted Gourmet Cookies & Brownies
Backyard Cookout Buffet
Home-made Vegetable Pasta Salad (no mayonnaise), Garden Green Salad with Assorted Dressings, Smashed Red Potato Salad, All Beef Hot Dogs & Polish Sausages with Chili, Pork BBQ, Cheese & Onions, BBQ Baked Beans, Kettle Chips & Assorted Gourmet Cookies & Brownies
Executive Buffets
All Executive Buffets are Customizable at additional costs and have a 50 Guest Minimum. All buffet lunches include Iced Tea, Water, Freshly Brewed Regular Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee & 2 Hour Service Time.
Pesto Chicken
Pesto Chicken breast with Creamy Polenta & wild Mushroom pan jus, Ricotta Tortellini with Goat Cheese, Grilled Vegetables with Balsamic Drizzle Watercress Salad with Cantaloupe, Cherry Tomatoes, Basil Vinaigrette, Ghirardelli Chocolate Brownies
Salmon & Merlot Skirt Steak
Mixed Greens with Toasted Walnuts, Dried Fruit, & Herb Vinaigrette, Fresh Tomatoes, Mozzarella, & Basil Drizzled with Balsamic Reduction, Roasted Salmon, Grilled Skirt Steak with Merlot pan jus, Yukon; Gold Mashed Potatoes, Seasoned Green Beans, Angel Food Cake with Berry Compote
Reception Display Selections
Sweet Thai Chili Edamame
Steamed Edamame Lightly Dusted with Sea Salt & a Sweet Thai Chili Dipping Sauce (serves 50)
Antipasto Display
Black, Green & Kalamata Olives, peppers, Assorted Salami, Marinated Mushrooms, Artichokes, Tomatoes, Italian Cheeses, Nut; Served with an Array of Whole & Sliced Baguettes with Lusty Monk Mustards (serves 50)
Reception Sweets
Gourmet Petite Dessert Display
Hand Dipped Strawberries, Local French Broad Truffles, Petit Fours, Mini Cream-Filled Éclairs, Macaroons & other Assorted Delicacies (75 pieces)
Gourmet Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Strawberries Hand Dipped in Gourmet Chocolates, Nuts, Coconut, & Sprinkles (50 pieces)
Sundae Bar
Local HOP Ice Cream in Vanilla, Chocolate & One Quart of Your Choice, Sprinkles, Nuts, Candies, Hot Fudge, Cherries, Whip Cream (15 guest Minimum)
