New Orleans Pelicans at the
New Orleans Arena
2013 – 2014
Suite Menu
Welcome!Welcome to the 2013-2014 Suite Menu for the New Orleans Pelicans at the New Orleans Arena.
We’re thrilled you’ve chosen to make the New Orleans Arena the home of your event! Everything we do is dedicated to helping you and your guests have a great experience.
For 2013 we’ve made a number of changes throughout our menu that embrace wholesome, locally-sourced ingredients. Responding to interest from our clients, we’ve also added vegan and vegetarian items inspired by one of the top vegetarian chefs in the country.
From fan favorites to new custom creations, every dish offered here is carefully prepared using top quality ingredients, all with the goal of surprising and delighting you and your guests.
We also welcome special requests. Please don’t hesitate to let us know if you need something unique for special occasions.
I wish you a fun year of good health and good friends. Thanks for joining us!
Carol HernandezCarol Hernandez, Catering ManagerCenterplate CateringNew Orleans Arena
O 504.558.6278F 504.587.7939C [email protected]
Index page
2013-2014 Pelicans Home Schedule 6-7
Chef Naturals Menu 8-9
Personalized Hospitality Packages 10
Pelican Packages 11
Snacks 12
Appetizers 14-15
Salads-Sides-Fruit-Veggies 16
From the Grill 17
Sandwiches 18
Home-Style Favorites 19
Vegan with Vedge 20-21
Housemade Dessert Sampler 22-23
Sweet Selections 24
Case Craft Cocktails 26-27
Beverages 28-29
Wine 30-31
Game Day Menu 32-35
Placing Your Order 36-37
The Fine Print 38-39
Service Directory
Centerplate Suites & Catering 504.558.6278 Carol Hernandez, Catering Manager [email protected]
Centerplate Suites Coordinator 504.558.6260 ext. 6608
Centerplate Suite Services Fax Line 504.587.7939
On-Line Ordering www.ezplanit.com
New Orleans Arena General Information 504.587.3663
Director of Ticket Sales & Services, 504.593.4972 New Orleans Pelicans Marc Johnson [email protected]
Premium Services Coordinator 504.731.1709 Whitney McKeon [email protected]
New Orleans Arena Ticket Office 504.587.3822
New Orleans Arena Security 504.587.3901
New Orleans Arena Lost & Found 504.587.3905
*Game Day MenuLook for this Game Day icon for items available through the end of half-time. (See page 37 for more information.)
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Pelicans Home Schedule
Date Event Time Order by 5pm* Pre-Season Home GamesWed. Oct. 23 Pelicans vs. Miami 7:00 PM Thurs. Oct. 17
Regular Home Season GamesWed. Oct. 30 Pelicans vs. Indiana 7:00 PM Wed. Oct. 23
Sat. Nov. 2 Pelicans vs. Charlotte 7:00 PM Fri. Oct. 25
Tue. Nov. 5 Pelicans vs. Phoenix 7:00 PM Tue. Oct. 28
Fri. Nov. 8 Pelicans vs. L.A. Lakers 7:30 PM Fri. Nov. 1
Sat. Nov. 16 Pelicans vs. Philadelphia 8:00 PM Fri. Nov. 8
Wed. Nov. 20 Pelicans vs. Utah 7:00 PM Wed. Nov. 13
Fri. Nov. 22 Pelicans vs. Cleveland 7:30 PM Fri. Nov. 15
Tues. Nov. 26 Pelicans vs. Golden State 7:00 PM Tue. Nov. 19
Wed. Dec. 4 Pelicans vs. Dallas 7:00 PM Wed. Nov. 27
Fri. Dec. 6 Pelicans vs. Oklahoma City 7:00 PM Fri. Nov. 29
Wed. Dec. 11 Pelicans vs. Detroit 7:00 PM Wed. Dec. 4
Fri. Dec. 13 Pelicans vs. Memphis 7:00 PM Fri. Dec. 6
Fri. Dec. 27 Pelicans vs. Denver 7:00 PM Fri. Dec. 20
Mon. Dec. 30 Pelicans vs. Portland 7:00 PM Fri. Dec. 20
Wed. Jan. 8 Pelicans vs. Washington 7:00 PM Mon. Dec. 30
Fri. Jan. 10 Pelicans vs. Dallas 7:00 PM Fri. Jan. 3
Mon. Jan. 13 Pelicans vs. San Antonio 7:00 PM Mon. Jan. 6
Wed. Jan. 15 Pelicans vs. Houston 7:00 PM Wed. Jan 8
Sat. Jan 18 Pelicans vs. Golden State 7:00 PM Fri. Jan. 10
Tue. Jan. 21 Pelicans vs. Sacramento 7:00 PM Tues. Jan. 14
Sun. Jan. 26 Pelicans vs. Orlando 5:00 PM Fri. Jan. 17
Date Event Time Order by 5pm* Regular Home Season GamesSat. Feb. 1 Pelicans vs. Chicago 7:00 PM Fri. Jan. 24
Mon. Feb. 3 Pelicans vs. San Antonio 7:00 PM Mon. Jan. 27
Wed. Feb. 5 Pelicans vs. Atlanta 7:00 PM Wed. Jan 29
Fri. Feb. 7 Pelicans vs. Minnesota 8:30 PM Fri. Jan. 31
Wed. Feb. 19 Pelicans vs. New York 7:00 PM Wed. Feb. 12
Fri. Mar. 7 Pelicans vs. Milwaukee 7:00 PM Fri. Feb. 28
Sun. Mar. 9 Pelicans vs. Denver 5:00 PM Fri. Feb. 28
Wed. Mar. 12 Pelicans vs. Memphis 7:00 PM Wed. Mar. 5
Fri. Mar. 14 Pelicans vs. Portland 7:00 PM Fri. Mar. 7
Sun. Mar. 16 Pelicans vs. Boston 5:00 PM Fri. Mar. 7
Wed. Mar. 19 Pelicans vs. Toronto 7:00 PM Wed. Mar. 12
Sat. Mar. 22 Pelicans vs. Miami 7:00 PM Fri. Mar. 14
Mon. Mar. 24 Pelicans vs. Brooklyn 7:00 PM Mon. Mar. 17
Wed. Mar. 26 Pelicans vs. L.A. Clippers 7:00 PM Wed. Mar. 19
Fri. Mar. 28 Pelicans vs. Utah 7:00 PM Fri. Mar. 21
Mon. Mar. 31 Pelicans vs. Sacramento 7:00 PM Mon. Mar. 24
Wed. Apr. 9 Pelicans vs. Phoenix 7:00 PM Wed. Apr. 2
Mon. Apr. 14 Pelicans vs. Oklahoma City 7:00 PM Mon. Apr. 7
Wed. Apr. 16 Pelicans vs. Houston 7:00 PM Wed. Apr. 9
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Chef Naturals
Welcome to Chef Naturals featuring seven tasty dishes, some sports classics, and some soon to be favorites, all from naturally sourced ingredients.
For all of us who are into food, these are incredibly exciting times. Awareness of hand-crafted and locally sourced products is growing rapidly. And never have people in this country been more interested in food – where it comes from, how it’s handled, who’s behind it, how it’s prepared, and who’s preparing it.
At Centerplate we believe that if natural and sustainable foods are important to you, then in the spirit of hospitality, we should give you the choice to choose natural.
You’ll notice a QR code at the bottom of the page. Scan the code with your smartphone to see a brief video with more information about each dish and its ingredients. We invite you to give Chef Naturals a try.
Here’s to an exciting and delicious season!
Serves approximately 12 guests
Gulf Shrimp Cocktail – 215 Ocean Garden® wild white shrimp served with a spicy cocktail sauce and lemon and lime wedges. 32 shrimp per order
Tuna Niçoise Salad – 85American® pole-caught albacore tuna, red potatoes, green beans, Kalamata olives, carrot and cabbage slaw, anchovies, hard boiled eggs, heirloom tomatoes, caper berries, radicchio, bibb lettuces and a thyme-lemon vinaigrette
Natural Frankfurters – 72Continental Sausage® frankfurters with caraway seed Riesling sauerkraut, tomato fondue, and natural potato rolls
Crispy Chicken Filets – 76Koch® natural chicken tenders served Milanese style with a Diablo dipping sauce
Cowboy Steak Carvery – 210Buckhead Beef® bone-in cowboy steak with braised cipollini onions, green peppercorn sauce, and multi-grain rolls
Natural Wrap Sampler – 80Selection of natural wraps served with Ruffles® Potato Chips
• Asian Chicken: Natural chicken breast, Napa cabbage, sweet carrot ribbons, edamame, and Thai ginger-lemongrass sauce
• Vegetable: Hummus, cucumber ribbons, African peppadew peppers, shaved romaine, feta cheese, roasted peppers, and kalamata tapenade
• Southwest Turkey: Dietz and Watson ® natural roasted turkey, romaine hearts, sweet corn, black beans , chipotle-mayo sauce and lime
All featuring Maria and Ricardo’s® whole wheat natural wraps
Flourless Chocolate Cake – 55With chipotle spiked SOL® natural Mexican cocoa ganache and fresh strawberries
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Personalized Hospitality
Custom Value PackagesCreate a custom value package for your suite. Choose menu items from the a la carte sections to greet your guests with creativity and imagination while receiving value pricing
Serves approximately 12 guests Slam Dunk Package – 680Choose any: 3 Snacks, 1 Appetizer, 2 Salads-Sides-Fruit-Vegetables, 2 Grill or Sandwich choices, 2 Sweet Selections
Full Court Package – 600 Choose any: 3 Snacks, 2 Appetizers, 1 Grill or Sandwich choices, 1 Sweet Selection
Half Court Package – 495Choose any: 3 Snacks, 1 Appetizers, 1 Salad-Sides-Fruit-Veggies, 1 Grill or Sandwich choices, 1 Sweet Selection
Jump Shot Package – 460Choose any: 2 Snacks, 1 Appetizer, 1 Grill or Sandwich choice, 1 Sweet Selection
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Pelicans Packages
For your convenience, we have created the following packages which are sure to please you and your guests
Serves approximately 12 guests
Alley Oop Package – 425Bottomless Bucket of Freshly Popped Popcorn
Ruffles® Potato Chips with Roasted Onion DipThick and hearty potato chips served with our signature dip
Crispy Chicken WingsClassic Buffalo dipping sauce served with blue cheese
Ultimate Hot Dog Bar with ChiliGrilled hot dogs, chili, sautéed onions, fresh baked buns, sauerkraut, dill pickle spears, hot peppers, and traditional condiments of diced onions, grated cheddar cheese, green relish, ketchup and mustard
Fresh Baked CookiesAssorted cookies including chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, white chocolate macadamia and peanut butter
Fast Break Package – 425Bottomless Bucket of Popcorn
Ruffles® Potato Chips with Roasted Onion DipThick and hearty potato chips served with our signature dip
Chicken Tender BitesHoney mustard and barbecue dipping sauces
Red Beans and RiceA New Orleans classic. With sliced smoked sausage and white rice
Fresh Baked CookiesAssorted cookies including chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, white chocolate macadamia and peanut butter
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Snacks
Serves approximately 12 guests
Bottomless Bucket of Freshly Popped Popcorn – 26
Sweet and Spicy Roasted Mixed Nuts – 30 Peanuts, Brazil nuts, cashews, almonds, pecans, and filberts, roasted with a natural spiced seasoning blend and honey
Ruffles® Potato Chips with Roasted Onion Dip – 25Thick and hearty potato chips served with our signature dip
Salsa Sampler – 33Spicy roasted tomato, mild tomatillo salsa, and peach salsa, crisp tortilla chips spiked with cumin
Individual 7-Layer Dips – 75 Our version of this traditional favorite…refried beans, shredded cheddar cheese, salsa fresca, guacamole, sour cream, ripe olives, green onions, crisp tortilla chips
Team Colored M&M’s – 31 Team colored plain M&M’s®
Cajun Party Mix – 27 Spicy mixture of crackers, pretzel twists, sesame nuggets and nuts
Pimento Cheese Spread – 44 A blend of pimento and cream cheeses served with pepper jelly and flat bread
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Chilled Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Jumbo white shrimp served with horseradish cocktail sauce and lemon wedges 48 count – 237 96 count – 395
Chilled Tuna Platter – 125A trio of herb crusted, sesame and blackened pan seared tuna served with teriyaki and wasabi ranch
Trio of Deviled Eggs – 52Ancho chili, roasted pepper and traditional
Natchitoches Meat Pies – 98 Louisiana fried pies filled with seasoned beef and pork, baked in flaky dough. Served with Cajun ranch dip
Nachos Grande – 128 Crisp tortilla chips served with queso sauce, scallions, sour cream, guacamole and jalapeños. Accompanied by your choice of seasoned ground beef, barbeque pulled pork or barbeque beef
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Appetizers
Serves approximately 12 guests
Chicken Tender Bites – 105Honey mustard and barbecue dipping sauces
Crispy Chicken Wings – 95 Classic Buffalo dipping sauce served with blue cheese
Imported & Domestic Cheese Board – 146 Tillamook cheddar, Boursin, Jarlsberg, pepper jack, imported brie, blue, and regional cheese, with dried figs, grapes and strawberries, served with specialty crackers and baguettes
Grilled Turkey Meatballs – 80Traditional recipe in tomato-basil sauce topped with Parmesan cheese
Grilled Barbecue Meatballs – 72Meatballs tossed in an orange-jalapeño barbecue sauce and caramelized pearl onions, drizzled with a golden honey barbecue sauce
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From The Grill
Serves approximately 12 guests
All Beef Hot Dogs – 102 Grilled hot dogs, sautéed onions, fresh baked buns, and traditional condiments of ketchup and mustard
Ultimate Hot Dog Bar with Chili – 138Grilled hot dogs, chili, sautéed onions, fresh baked buns, sauerkraut, dill pickle spears, hot peppers, and traditional condiments of diced onions, grated cheddar cheese, green relish, ketchup and mustard
Gourmet Hamburgers/Cheeseburgers – 87Delivered During First Quarter Custom grind burgers, crisp butter lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onion, dill pickles, Tillamook cheddar cheese, and Ruffles® Potato Chips
Chicken Fajitas – 124 Tequila-lime marinated grilled chicken breast, onions, peppers, cilantro, soft flour tortillas, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, shredded Chihuahua cheese, roasted jalapeños and Mexican rice
Chilled Tenderloin of Beef – 215Horseradish, stone ground mustard, grilled cipollini onions, caponata, sliced pickled Tuscan peppers
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Salads-Sides-Fruit-Veggies
Serves approximately 12 guests
Basket of Garden Fresh and Local Crudités – 85 Celery, peppers, broccoli, zucchini, yellow squash, red radishes, carrots, Louisiana farm fresh vegetables with roasted vegetable dip
Seasonal Fruit and Berries – 93 Cubed watermelon, cantaloupe and honeydew melons, golden pineapple, strawberries, grapes and berries
Classic Caesar Salad – 52 Crisp romaine lettuce, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, garlic croutons, classic Caesar dressing freshly tossed. Add Grilled Chicken – 25
Greenmarket Salad Bar – 65 Crisp romaine lettuce, radicchio, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, red peppers, almonds, dried cranberries, feta cheese, served with vinaigrette and ranch dressing
Farm Table Salads – 88 Roasted jumbo oyster and trumpet mushrooms topped with Parmesan vinaigrette—Roasted beets and fennel salad with a white balsamic vinaigrette—Pickled red and white cabbage salad
Red Bliss Potato Salad – 45 Whole grain mustard, green beans, peppers, red onions and scallions topped with a light honey-mustard vinaigrette
Apple-Jalapeño Coleslaw – 41 Shredded cabbage and carrots tossed in a creamy apple-jalapeño poppy seed dressing
Salad Shooters – 55 Broccoli with bacon salad—Mixed bean salad with feta vinaigrette—Chicken salad with pineapple and walnuts. 5 shooters each per order
Mac & Cheese – 66 Baked with our blend of Alfredo sauce and three cheeses – Boursin, Asiago and cheddar
Grilled Vegetables – 71 Garden fresh vegetables seasoned with fresh herbs and glazed with extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar
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Sandwiches
Serves approximately 12 guests
Pulled Chicken Salad Croissant – 85Mini fresh baked croissants topped with pulled chicken salad and accompanied with Ruffles® Potato Chips
Sandwich Basket Selection with Ruffles® Potato Chips – 129 Choose any combination of twelve half sandwiches from:
· Roast beef baguette, arugula, vine ripe tomato, caramelized onion, grain mustard butter· Hot Capicola, Genoa salami, pepperoni, smoked ham, aged Provolone, iceberg lettuce,
shaved red onion, sliced pepperoncini peppers, green peppers, olive oil, freshly ground black pepper
· Roast turkey, dill Havarti cheese, butter lettuce, cranberry relish on multi-grain baguette· Roasted vegetable, fresh Mozzarella, fresh basil, multi-grain baguette
Louisiana Hot Links – 126 Andouille sausage grilled slowly and topped with the “holy trinity” of sautéed vegetables and Creole sauce
Smoked Barbecued Pulled Pork – 110 House smoked pork butt served with a trio of barbecue sauces and slider buns
Roast Beef Debris Po-Boy – 130 With cabbage-horseradish slaw
Finger Sandwiches – 125 An assortment of turkey, ham, roast beef, tuna salad and chicken salad sandwiches, served on white and wheat bread
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Home-Style Favorites
Serves approximately 12 guests
Fried Catfish Fingers – 120 With hush puppies, tartar sauce and lemon wedges
New Orleans Gumbo – 120 Chicken and sausage in a flavorful broth served with white rice
Red Beans and Rice – 89 A New Orleans classic. With sliced smoked sausage and white rice
Grilled Filet Mignon – 255 Served hot with roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables
Bourbon Glazed Pork Wings – 125 Served in a skillet with roasted sweet peppers
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New for 2013, here’s another delicious option: five completely vegan dishes.
New for 2013, here’s another delicious option: five completely vegan choices that may change how you think about vegetarian eating.
We developed these items in collaboration with two of the country’s best vegan chefs, Richard Landau and Kate Jacoby of Vedge restaurant in Philadelphia. Vedge is a one-of-a-kind, award-winning restaurant. It’s totally vegan, but 90% of its clientele are not vegetarians. Rich and Kate have shown an unmatched ability to coax spectacularly satisfying flavors from vegetables.
The dishes we selected are from the forthcoming Vedge: The Cookbook, adapted specifically for the New Orleans Arena and the New Orleans Pelicans by Centerplate’s own, Chef Lenny Martinsen. We invite you to try these new dishes. Your view of vegan food may never be the same. Enjoy!
Vegan with
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Full Board – 38Mixed olives with fresh & dried chilies, “peel & eat” lupini beans with peri peri, and pickled radish with mustard seeds
An appetizer spread of “picking” foods. Mixed olives have a spike of chili, the lupini beans are deep marinated with peri peri hot sauce giving them an almost “Buffalo” type flavor and the radishes have a crunch and zip from wine vinegar and whole mustard seeds
The Dirt List – 60Roasted young carrots, roasted cauliflower, and grilled broccolini
A board of very fresh market vegetables simply roasted and finished with extra virgin olive oil, sherry vinegar and fresh herbs, served cold
Salt Roasted Golden Beets – 54Gold beets, smoked tofu, avocado, capers, and red onion with bagel chips
A vegan take on lox and bagel using fresh roasted beets with classic condiments
Portobella Carpaccio – 62Horseradish “crema,” cornichons, and pickled cabbage with rye toast
A smoked and thinly sliced portabella dusted with fresh cracked pepper mimics pastrami that is paired with “Reuben” flavors
Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies – 32 A classic crunchy version full of chips, it blows away any you have had before
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We’ve asked Tracy Obolsky to help us step up our dessert game this year. Tracy is the Pastry Chef at Dave Pasternak’s Esca in New York. She’s also a sports fan with very particular ideas about the kind and quality of desserts that you and your guests should be able to get here at The New Orleans Arena. They should be inventive new takes on classic favorites. They should be sporty and easy. And best of all they should be delicious and fun!
Tracy developed these four new recipes exclusively for Centerplate. They are handmade fresh on game and event days by Chef Lenny Martinsen and his team here at The New Orleans Arena. Each platter of artisan desserts is generously sized to serve approximately 12 guests. Give them a try! These are not your typical desserts, and your guests will be pleasantly surprised.
Tracy Obolsky joined Esca as Pastry Chef in 2009 at age 26. She brings a youthful sense of creativity to every new award-winning dessert she designs. Most recently she was a finalist for Food & Wine Magazine’s Best New Pastry Chef of 2013 award.
Housemade Dessert Sampler with Tracy Obolsky
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Tracy’s Sampler PlatterServes approximately 12 guests
A fun selection of the following scrumptious sweets – 68
Lemon Bars Zesty lemon custard, on a short dough crust topped with meringue
Butterscotch Brownies Rich dark chocolate cake topped with salted butterscotch
Red Velvet Whoopie Pie Sweet cream cheese frosting sandwiched between two red velvet cookies
Peanut Butter Pretzel CookiesCreamy peanut butter baked with sea salted pretzels
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Sweet Selections
Serves approximately 12 guests
Fresh Baked Cookies – 64 Assorted cookies including chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, white chocolate macadamia and peanut butter
Double Fudge Brownies – 69 Buttery chocolate, chewy brownies, chunks of fudge
Cookies and Double Fudge Brownies – 66
Stuffed Chocolate Covered Strawberries – 65Fresh strawberries filled with whipped cream and dipped in semi-sweet dark chocolate. 25 berries per order
Bread Pudding – 87The New Orleans original dessert, glazed with sweet bourbon
Crescent City’s Specialty Dessert Sampler – 60 (1 each of the following)
· Double Decadent Chocolate Mousse Cake With salted caramel
· Creole Cream Cheese Tart With pistachio brittle and stewed local strawberries
· New Orleans Rum Cake Bananas Foster and white chocolate
· Brown Butter Bourbon Pecan Pie A Crescent City tradition
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At Centerplate we are always looking for emerging trends in restaurants and the food world that we can be the first to translate into sports settings. The craft cocktail movement is one such trend that we are excited to offer to our suite clients. There’s a national movement to drink higher quality beverages that are thoughtfully prepared with the finest ingredients, and we think the trend is perfect for suite entertaining.
We worked with Graham Case, the Owner and Mixologist at Case Cocktail Consulting, LLC, to develop these special new artisan cocktail choices for your suite. Some are inspired by nostalgia and rediscovery, and some are pure delicious innovation, but all are terrific options for your guests who are asking more of their beverages, just as they are of their food. Graham has developed his craft in multiple establishments ranging from your local tavern to world renowned resorts for the past 8 years. His creations have been described as both subtle and astonishing. All our Craft Cocktails serve approximately 12 guests. They are delivered in fresh-made batches ready to be finished and garnished by you or your suite attendant. Graham’s recipes are provided below, and by all means do try this at home as well as here at the New Orleans Arena.
Case Craft Cocktails with Graham Case
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Served in a pitcher for approximately 12 guests.
Va-Va-Vroom – 118 Ketel One Vodka, the juice of lime, lemon and cranberry, finished with Sprite
Little Ricky – 127 Tanqueray London Dry Gin, jalapeño-infused simple syrup, grapefruit and lime juice and club soda
Arnie & Rita – 200 Don Julio Blanco Tequila, the juice of lime and lemon, sweet tea, thyme-infused simple syrup and club soda
A Perfect Stormy – 140 Captain Morgan Black Rum, orange & lime juice, simple syrup, topped off with ginger beer
Mojo – 124 Crown Royal Canadian Whisky, lime juice, mint-infused simple syrup, fresh mint and club soda
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Beverages
Spirits By the liter
VodkaAbsolut 94Grey Goose 129 Svedka 85 Ketel One 98
GinBeefeater 87Tanqueray 84 Bombay Original 78 Bombay Sapphire 100
ScotchDewar’s White Label 94Johnnie Walker Black 187 Chivas Regal 118
RumBacardi Superior 70Captain Morgan Original Spiced 81 Cruzan Aged Dark 75 Bacardi Oakheart 82
Bourbon & WhiskeyJim Beam 98Jack Daniel‘s 91Maker’s Mark 116Woodford Reserve 119
Canadian WhiskySeagram’s VO 85Crown Royal 113 Seagram’s 7 Crown 82
TequilaJose Cuervo Gold 92Patron Silver 120 Don Julio 150
Cognac & CordialsHennessy V.S. 141Remy VSOP 184Southern Comfort 84Courvoisier VSOP 116 Korbel Brandy 75 Amaretto di Soronno 92 Drambuie 72 Chambord 114
Beer By the six-pack
American Premium 24Budweiser (12 oz btl) Bud Light (12 oz btl) Coors Light (12 oz btl) Miller Lite (12 oz btl) O’Doul’s (non-alcoholic)
Import/Craft 30Corona Extra Corona Light Abita AmberFat TireBlue Moon
Soft Drinks 16 By the six-pack
PepsiDiet PepsiSierra MistMountain DewIced TeaGinger Ale (10 oz)
Tonic Water (10 oz)
Club Soda (10 oz)
Evamor Water (20 oz)
Hot Beverages 4512 Assorted Coffee Pods and Individual Brewer Premium Coffee & Premium Decaffeinated Coffee
MixersBloody Mary Mix per quart 20Sweet and Sour Mix per quart 20Orange Juice (15 oz btl) 5.50 Grapefruit Juice (15 oz btl) 5.50Cranberry Juice (15 oz btl) 5.50Martini & Rossi Vermouth 18 DeKuyper Triple Sec 20 DeKuyper Peachtree 43
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Wine
SparklingLa Marca, Prosécco – Italy 39Fresh and clean with ripe citrus, green apple, and some toast
Chandon Brut, Sparkling Wine – California 42Refreshingly soft and dry with complex apple and pear characteristics
Gloria Ferrer Brut – California 57Rich flavors of raspberries, lime, vanilla, toast and yeast; a wonderfully drinkable sparkling wine that appeals immediately
Nicolas Feuillate Champagne 139Smooth, pleasant an balanced
Pinot GrigioFetzer Valley Oaks, Pinot Grigio – California 34Fruit-forward character with a wonderful round finish
Ecco Domani – Italy 42Light citrus and delicate floral aromas with tropical fruit flavors and a crisp, refreshing finish
Sterling, Vintner’s Collection, Pinot Grigio – California 56Ripe, fruit driven style and a crisp citrus character
Santa Margherita, Pinot Grigio – Italy 68Clean, crisp fragrance with intense yet elegant hints of quince
RieslingBV Coastal, Riesling – California 31Aromatic and fruity with beautifully balanced flavors and a light touch of sweetness
MoscatoButterfly Kiss, Moscato – Chile 32Well-balanced and sweet with stone fruit and citrus flavors
Sauvignon BlancSterling Vineyards, Napa, Sauvignon Blanc – California 56Clean tropical fruit with developed flavors and vibrant acids
Frei Brothers, Sauvignon Blanc – California 40Aromas of guava and pear with a light and enduring finish
ChardonnayConcha y Toro, Casillero del Diablo, Chardonnay – Chile 43Medium bodied with aromas of pineapple, citrus, and apples
Chalone, Monterey County Chardonnay – California 36Intense fruit expression with a silky texture
Concha y Toro, Gran RiservaSerie Riberas, Chardonnay – Chile 43Elegant and complex with tropical fruit and toasted hazelnut aromas
Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River Ranch – California 62Sleek minerality and elusive citrus fruit flavors
Kendall Jackson, Vintner’s Reserve, Chardonnay – California 46Attractive scents of sweet French oak, butter, honey and nectarine
Cakebread, Chardonnay – California 160Rich, focused, green apple, melon and guava flavors. Nicely balanced by fresh acidity and a piquant mineral tone
RoséBeringer White Zinfandel 36Full of fruit and a hint of sweetness
SyrahConcha y Toro, Casillero Del Diablo, Syrah – Chile 32Ample black cherry, currant, dark chocolate and cedar flavors with sweet tannins
MerlotConcha y Toro, Casillero del Diablo, Merlot – Chile 35Smooth structure with aromas of black plum, smoke, herbs, and mocha
Sterling, Vintner’s Collection, Merlot – California 42Rich, complex, fruit-forward and smooth with caramel, mocha and toasty oak notes
Kendall Jackson, Merlot – California 65Medium bodied, nicely balanced and fruit forward
Columbia Crest, H3, Merlot – California 45Classic Merlot profile of chocolate and currant with smooth finishes
ZinfandelBonterra Vineyards, Zinfandel – California 43Crafted from certified organically grown grapes with aromas of blueberries and black pepper
Pinot NoirChalone, Monterey County, Pinot Noir – California 44Intriguing hints of incense and spice with a fruit-forward expression
MacMurray Ranch, Pinot Noir – California 49Rich aromas and flavors of berries with a subtle oak influence
Jekel, Pinot Noir – California 42Ripe red cherry and strawberry with a supple and generous texture
La Crema, Sonoma Coast, Pinot Noir – California 66Flavors are ripe and elegant, centering on red cherry and spice with a touch of earthiness and dark chocolate
Cabernet SauvignonConcha y Toro, Casillero del Diablo, Cabernet Sauvignon – California 34Aromas of ripe cherries and black currant with a touch of vanilla
Chalone, Monterey County, Cabernet Sauvignon – California 37Ripe flavors and velvety tannins with hints of vanilla and spice
Concha y Toro, Gran Riserva Serie Riberas, Cabernet Sauvignon – California 43Well-structured with flavors of red fruit and sweet tannins
Joel Gott, Cabernet Sauvignon – California 56Dark and spicy with soft finishes
Silver Oak, Cabernet Sauvignon – California 190 A nose of ripe boysenberries, cherry liqueur, dark chocolate and sandalwood
Jordan, Cabernet Sauvignon – California 165Openly fruity--supple plum and black cherry notes, with floral scents and spices
Caymus, Special Select, Cabernet Sauvignon – California 400A wealth of cherries, blackberries and raspberries, with a decadent edge of melted milk chocolate
Red BlendFetzer Crimson – California 30Aromas of black cherry, raspberries, allspice, and vanilla
Bonterra Vineyards, The McNab Biodynamic – California 74Certified Biodynamic® with aromas of blackberries and cedar
An 18% service charge will be added to all food and beverage orders
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Game Day Menu
Three Pointer Package - 680 Serves approximately 12 guests
Pre-Game Snack Package: · Sweet & Spicy Roasted Mixed Nuts · Bottomless bucket of gourmet popcorn · Ruffles® Potato Chips with roasted onion dip
Ultimate Hot Dog Bar with ChiliGrilled hot dogs, chili, sautéed onions, fresh baked buns, sauerkraut, dill pickle spears, hot peppers, and traditional condiments of diced onions, grated cheddar cheese, green relish, ketchup and mustard
New Orleans GumboChicken and sausage in a flavorful broth served with white rice
Chicken Tender BitesHoney mustard and barbecue dipping sauce
Natchitoches Meat Pies Louisiana fried pies filled with seasoned beef and pork, baked in flaky dough. Served with Cajun ranch dip
Roast Beef Debris Po-Boy With cabbage-horseradish slaw
Classic CaesarCrisp romaine lettuce, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, garlic croutons, classic Caesar dressing freshly tossed
Half Time Delivery:Gourmet Cookies and Assorted Brownies
An 18% service charge will be added to all food and beverage orders
Snacks
Serves approximately 12 guests
Bottomless Bucket of Freshly Popped Popcorn – 28
Sweet and Spicy Roasted Mixed Nuts – 33Peanuts, Brazil nuts, cashews, almonds, pecans, peanuts and filberts, roasted with a natural spiced seasoning blend and honey
Ruffles® Potato Chips with Roasted Onion Dip – 27Thick and hearty potato chips served with our signature dip
Salsa Sampler – 36Spicy roasted tomato, mild tomatillo salsa, and peach salsa, crisp tortilla chips spiked with cumin
Team Colored M&M’s – 34Team colored plain M&M’s®
Cajun Party Mix – 29Spicy mixture of crackers, pretzel twists, sesame nuggets and nuts
An 18% service charge will be added to all food and beverage orders
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AppetizersServes approximately 12 guests
Chicken Tender Bites – 105Honey mustard and barbecue dipping sauces
Crispy Chicken Wings – 108Classic Buffalo dipping sauce served with blue cheese
Grilled Barbecue Meatballs – 79Meatballs tossed in an orange-jalapeño barbecue sauce and caramelized pearl onions, drizzled with a golden honey barbecue sauce
Natchitoches Meat Pies – 108Louisiana fried pies filled with seasoned beef and pork, baked in flaky dough. Served with Cajun ranch dip
SaladsServes approximately 12 guests
Classic Caesar Salad – 57Crisp romaine lettuce, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, garlic croutons, classic Caesar dressing freshly tossed Add Grilled Chicken – 25
Red Bliss Potato Salad – 46Whole grain mustard, green beans, peppers, red onions and scallions topped with a light honey-mustard vinaigrette
An 18% service charge will be added to all food and beverage orders
From the GrillServes approximately 12 guests
All Beef Hot Dogs – 112Grilled hot dogs, sautéed onions, fresh baked buns, and traditional condiments of diced onions, relish, ketchup and mustard
Ultimate Hot Dog Bar with Chili – 152Grilled hot dogs, chili, sautéed onions, fresh baked buns, sauerkraut, dill pickle spears, hot peppers, and traditional condiments of diced onions, grated cheddar cheese, green relish, ketchup and mustard
Hamburgers/Cheeseburgers – 96Delivered During First Quarter Custom grind burgers, crisp butter lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onion, dill pickles, Tillamook cheddar cheese, and Ruffles® Potato Chips
Home-Style Favorites Serves approximately 12 guests
New Orleans Gumbo – 132Chicken and sausage in a flavorful broth served with white rice
Red Beans and Rice – 98A New Orleans classic. With sliced smoked sausage and white rice
Sweet SelectionsServes approximately 12 guests
Fresh Baked Cookies – 70Assorted cookies including chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, white chocolate macadamia and peanut butter
Double Fudge Brownies – 76Buttery chocolate, chewy brownies, chunks of fudge
Cookies and Double Fudge Brownies – 72
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Placing Your Order
Ordering Online is Easy!Already a Registered User?1. Visit www.ezplanit.com. 2. Click on Arenas, select the New Orleans Arena. 3. Click on Place Order, select the date of the event you wish to order, then click on the event name. 4. Sign in using your user name and password. 5. Select your suite number. 6. Click on the food or drink category you wish to order, use the pull-down arrow next to the menu category to choose different categories. 7. Add menu items to your shopping cart by clicking on the Add button. 8. Once you are finished, click Check Out (this will take you to your shopping cart where you can adjust quantities and add special notes or requests). 9. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on Check Out (please make sure you select the appropriate method of payment). 10. Enter your credit card information including a “Card Label”. You may label “name” your credit card the date of the event for example: MM/DD/YR 11. Review your order, check the box and agree to the policies, then click on Complete Check Out. 12. You will be given an order confirmation number, and we’ll also send you an email notification called a “Banquet Event Order” (BEO). If you do not, the order was not processed. 13. Please sign and fax back your BEO to completely confirm your order.
New User?EZPlanit functions well utilizing Internet Explorer in compatibility view. Other browsers such as Chrome, Firefox and Safari do not allow full functionality. An upgrade to EZPlanit is coming soon which will correct this.
At www.ezplanit.com, click on Log In, then click on Register now for the New Orleans Arena and follow the steps to enter your customer information. We will electronically assign you to your suite and send you an email confirming that you can go ahead with your order.
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TimingWe want you and your guests to be absolutely delighted with your experience at New Orleans Arena. We strive to make every detail as smooth and easy for you as possible.
As you can imagine, it takes a little time to prepare for a party of 18,000 guests! So please place the order for your suite by 5pm, four (4) business days prior to each game. This gives us the time we need to take good care of you.
If you miss the advance order deadline, don’t worry! We also offer a smaller “Game Day” menu of freshly prepared items.
The “Game Day” Menu is always available until the beginning of the 3rd quarter on game day. Last call for beverages from the game day menu is the ending of the 3rd quarter.
Please notify us as soon as possible of any cancellations. Orders cancelled by 5pm, two (2) business days prior to your game will not be charged.
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The Fine Print
Game Day Suite Hours Of OperationsThe suites are open for guest arrival three (3) hours prior to game time and you may remain in your suite one (1) hour after the conclusion of your event.
DeliveryWe strive to deliver your order to your suite with premium freshness and with highest quality. Some items may be delivered after you or your guests arrive to ensure freshness. If you have a specific delivery time, we are happy to accommodate your request. Please call Centerplate at 504.558.6278 to make delivery arrangements. Due to food safety precautions, we remove unconsumed food after three hours of exposure.
Special OrdersIn addition to this Suite Menu, the Executive Chef and his team will be pleased to create a special menu for you. Any special needs you or your guests may have, including food allergies, can be accommodated when ordered four (4) business days prior to your event. Centerplate has eliminated the use of trans fat in all food service offerings.
Payment InformationPayment for your suite food and beverage may be made using MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover Card or Cash. When placing your order, please provide us with the name of the person(s) who have authority to place additional Event Day orders and who have signing authority. An 18 % service charge will be included.
Suite StaffingA team of Centerplate Suite Attendants staff the Suite Level. It is their responsibility to ensure that your food and beverage orders are delivered, and to assist you on event day. Additional Private Suite Attendants and Bartenders are also available for a fee of $150 per attendant. Please let us know if you need private attendants or bartenders at least 4 business days prior to the event.
Service ChargeA “House” or “Administrative” Charge of 18% is added to your bill for suite service, which is used to defray the cost of providing the service and other house expenses. No portion of this Charge is distributed to the employees providing the service. You are free, but not obligated to add or give a gratuity directly to your servers.
Suite Holder ResponsibilitiesThe suite holder is requested to identify the responsible administrator for the suite. The administrator will serve as the primary contact for all food and beverage issues. All communication regarding food and beverage orders will occur between the administrator and Centerplate Food and Beverage representative.
Service of AlcoholIt is strictly prohibited, by law, to bring alcoholic beverages into (or remove them from) the suites from outside the New Orleans Arena.
To maintain compliance with rules and regulations set forth by the local laws, we ask that you adhere to the following:
• It is the responsibility of the Suite Holder or their representative to monitor and control alcoholic consumption in the suite
• Minors, by law, are not permitted to consume alcoholic beverages• It is unlawful to serve alcoholic beverages to anyone who appears to be intoxicated• No passing alcoholic beverages from one suite to another or to general seating• By law, alcoholic beverages cannot be brought into or taken out of the New Orleans Arena
The New Orleans Pelicans would like to thank their Partners.
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The Centerplate Way
Centerplate is a leading global event hospitality
company, serving fans and guests at more than 250
North American sports, entertainment and convention
venues. Much of our success comes from our attention
to the details that create truly welcoming experiences.
From fresh, locally-sourced, and quality ingredients,
to simple and clean preparations that let the food
speak clearly, to crisp, sincere, and attentive service,
our guiding philosophy is more “restaurant” than
“caterer.” So welcome to our place! We’ll do everything
we can to help you have a fantastic time.
Centerplate Stir™ is our new strategic design initiative,
formed to imagine and create custom hospitality
solutions as uniquely compelling as the events and
venues and teams they support.