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Table of ContentsWelcome to Toscana .....................................................................1

Menus ..........................................................................................2

Hors D’oeurves & Canapés – Cold ..............................................3

Hors D’oeurves & Canapés – Hot ...............................................4

Appetizer Selections .....................................................................5

Deluxe Antipasto Bar Selections ..................................................6

Soup Selections ............................................................................7

Salad Selections ...........................................................................7

Pastas & Risottos ........................................................................8

Entrées ................................................................................... 9-10

Desserts ..................................................................................... 11

Late Night Stations ..............................................................12-14

Taste of Greece ......................................................................... 15

Taste of Portugal ....................................................................... 16

Bar Selections ......................................................................17-18

South Asian Menus .................................................................. 19

Social Event Room Rental ....................................................20-22

The Breakfast Table .................................................................. 23

Banquet Room Specifications .................................................... 24

Set menus are based on a Minimum of 200 guests for Ballroom “A” and 100 Guests for Ballroom “B” or “C”

Per Person Pricing includes Room Rental, Applicable Tax and Gratuity

Welcome to Toscana…A world of elegance awaits you at The Toscana Banquet and Conference Centre, adjacent to the Hilton Garden Inn® Toronto/Vaughan.

We create moments that will last a lifetime.

With its elegance and majesty, The Toscana Banquet and Conference Centre surrounds you with a sense of lavish hospitality, phenomenal service and exceptional attention to detail. Our Chef’s culinary expertise along with our award winning cuisine team will provide you with a truly extraordinary

experience through a journey of exquisite dishes from around the world.

With over 10,000 sq. ft. of banquet and meeting space, The Toscana Banquet and Conference Centre can host guests from 20 – 500 for a formal seated dinner reception and 800 guests for a Cocktail Reception. Whether it be a Wedding, Fundraising Gala, First Communion, Graduation, or any other Social Event, Toscana Banquet and Conference Centre will

always exceed your expectations.

Our 155 spacious guestrooms, adjacent to The Toscana Banquet and Conference Centre, offer the best of comfort and convenience, making the

Hilton Garden Inn® Toronto/Vaughan your stay of choice.

3201 Hwy #7 West Vaughan, Ontario L4K 5Z7Phone: 905-660-4700

Toll Free: 1-877-STAY-HGI Fax: 905-660-4300

www.torontovaughan.stayhgi.com

Catering: 905-660-5200www.toscanabanquethall.com

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Set menus are based on a Minimum of 200 guests for Ballroom “A” and 100 Guests for Ballroom “B” or “C”


Menu A Menu C

Menu B

Choice of Hot and Cold Hors D’oeuvres 4 items

Choice of one Soup

Choice of one Entrée Chicken, Beef or Veal

Toscana House Salad

Choice of one Dessert

Standard Open Bar for 7 Hours

Deluxe Antipasto Bar 10 items including seafood choices

Choice of any Two Pastas or Risotto

Choice of any Two Main Entrées Chicken, Beef, Veal or Lamb

Seafood Platter Grilled Shrimp, Calamari, Mussels, and Crab Legs

Toscana House Salad


Late Night Sweet Table Assorted Cakes, French & Italian Pastries,

Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruit

Standard Open Bar for 7 HoursChoice of Hot and Cold Hors D’oeuvres

4 items

Choice of any Appetizer

Choice of any Pasta or Risotto

Choice of one Entrée Chicken, Beef, Veal, or Salmon

Toscana House Salad


Sweet Table Assorted Cakes, French & Italian Pastries,


Standard Open Bar for 7 Hours

Hors D’oeuvres & CanapésCold

Crab Salad in Mini Phyllo Pastry with Caviar

Ahi Tuna Tartar with Wasabi on a Tasting Spoon

Tomato and Bocconcini Skewer

Thai Rice Paper Rolls

Grilled Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto

Smoked Salmon Tartar in a Cucumber Tart

California Rolls with Soy Dipping Sauce

Gorgonzola on Toast Point with Walnuts and Fig Compote

Peking Duck Wrap with Lime Cilantro Dipping Sauce

Shrimp Shooter with Spicy Dipping Sauce

Smoked Duck Breast in a Waffle Cup

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Hors D’oeuvres & CanapésHot

Teriyaki Chicken Lollipop

Spring Rolls with Plum Dipping Sauce

Spinach and Feta Spanakopita

Mushroom Risotto on a Tasting Spoon

Crab Cake with Mango Salsa

Vegetable Samosa with Mango Chutney Dipping Sauce

Sea Scallops Wrapped in Bacon

Mini Beef Wellington

Pasta Shell Stuffed with Ricotta and Spinach on a Tasting Spoon

Ricotta Gnocchi on a Tasting Spoon Gogonzola Cream

Chicken Satay with Peanut Dipping Sauce

Coconut Breaded Shrimp with Seafood Sauce

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Appetizer SelectionsTraditional Italian Antipasto with Prosciutto, Peppered Cantaloupe, Marinated Mushrooms, Grilled Red and Yellow Peppers, Zucchini and Eggplant, Bocconcino, and European Olives

Seafood Antipasto with Marinated Calamari, Cuttlefish, Shrimp, Octopus, Prosciutto, Peppered Cantaloupe, Caprese, Marinated Artichoke Hearts, Grilled Red and Yellow Peppers

Chilled Jumbo Scampi Shrimp in a Martini Glass with Cocktail Sauce

Caprese Tower of Fior di Latte, Arugola Greens, European Olives, Foccacia Stick, Piquant Herb Dressing

Smoked Duck Breast, with Herbed Mascarpone Cheese, Pea Shoots, Leek Tart, Blackberry Vinaigrette

Smoked Salmon with Cannellini Bean Salad, Candy Beets, Creamy Mustard Dressing

Beef Bresoala with Mozzarella di Bufala, Oven Roasted Stem Tomatoes, Whole Roasted Garlic, Grilled Oyster Mushroom, Balsamic Syrup

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Mediterranean Dips & Flatbreads

Marinated Mushrooms

Assorted European Olives

International Cheese & Domestic Cheese

Genoa Salami

Pickled Vegetables

Artisan Pizza Squares

Mussels in White Wine

Trippa alla Romana

Grilled Vegetable Salad

Grana Padano Wheel

Smoked Salmon & Capers

Sliced Prosciutto

Italian Potato Salad

Marinated Seafood Salad

Calamari Fritti

Lentil Salad

Poached Salmon

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Deluxe Antipasto Bar Selections(Choice of any 10 items)

Soup Selections Garden Fresh Minestrone Drizzled with Basil Pesto

Yukon Gold Potato and Leek with Chives and Crème Fraiche

Butternut Squash with Cinnamon Scented Apple

Velvety Cream of Wild Mushroom

Italian Wedding Soup

Asparagus and Broccoli Bisque with Crispy Pancetta

Lobster Bisque

Salad SelectionsIndividually Plated Appetizer Salads

Mixed Baby Organic Greens with Grape Tomato, Cucumber, Carrot Matchsticks, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Traditional Caesar Salad with Creamy Anchovy, Capers Dressing and Herb Croutons

Village Greek Salad with Feta Cheese, Red and Yellow Peppers, Sweet Red Onion,

Kalamata Olives, Oregano Dressing

Organic Spinach Leaves, with Oyster Mushrooms, Berries, Grape Tomato, Goat Cheese, Citrus Vinaigrette

Rocket Greens with Roasted Pear, Candied Walnuts, Cherry Hierloom Tomatoes, Julienne of Carrots,

Roasted Shallot Vinaigrette

Hand Selected Baby Frisée, Radicchio, Romaine Hearts, with Shaved Fennel, Mandarin Segments,

Spiced Pecans, Pear Vinaigrette

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Pastas Penne Pasta with Vine Ripened Tomato and Fresh Basil Sauce

Ricotta and Spinach Filled Agnelotti with Alfredo Cream Sauce

Mezzi Rigatoni with Roasted Eggplant, Vine Ripened Tomato Sauce Topped with Ricotta Salata

Striped Butternut Squash Ravioli with Leek and Gorgonzola Sauce

Soffioni with Ricotta and Spinach in a Tomato Cream Sauce

Gemelli Mare e Monte with Mushrooms and Shrimp in a Brandied Tomato Cream Sauce

RisottosRisotto with Wild Mushroom Medley and Black Truffle, Parmiggianno Reggiano

Risotto with Leeks, Spinach, Drizzled with Yellow Pepper Coulis

Risotto with Sweet Peas, Braised Veal and Ricotta Cheese

Risotto with a Seafood Medley of Shrimp, Clams and Calamari

Saffron and Asparagus Risotto with Grilled Shrimp Scampi

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EntréesBeef

Grilled AAA New York Striploin with Cabernet Reduction

Pan Seared Beef Tenderloin with Cognac Peppercorn Sauce

Slow Roasted AAA Prime Rib of Beef au Jus

VealGrilled Provimi Veal Chop with Wild Mushroom Jus and Marsala Wine

Seared Provimi Veal Tenderloin with Fig and Port Reduction

Provimi Veal Scaloppini with Lemon, White Wine Chardonnay Sauce

LambRoasted Rack of Lamb with Minted Merlot Reduction

Braised Lamb Shank with Cabernet Franc

PoultryLemon Thyme Roasted Breast of Chicken Suprême with Rosemary Sauce

Breast of Chicken Supreme with Roasted Peppers and Asiago Cheese White Wine Reduction

Cornish Game Hen Stuffed With Wild Rice, Sage, Mushroom, Pear Pan Gravy

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PorkRoasted Rack of Pork with a Calvados Reduction

Pork Tenderloin Stuffed with Dried Niagara Fruit in a Port Wine Sauce

All entrées are served with your selection of complimenting side dishes, options include

Medley of Seasonal Market Vegetables

French Beans, Red & Yellow Pepper Wrapped in Zucchini

Bundled Broccoli, Asparagus, Mini Carrot, Red & Yellow Peppers

Potato and Sweet Potato Pavé

Red Skin Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Duchess Potatoes

Rosemary Roasted Mini Potatoes

Seafood Platter (Menu “C” Only)

(2) Grilled Shrimp, (4) Calamari, (3) Mussels, (1) Crab Leg per person in a Cioppino Sauce

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DessertsTrio Dessert of Chocolate Mouse, Tiramisu and Bourbon Crème Brûlée in a Pastry Shell

Bourbon Crème Brûlée

Venetian Vanilla Panna Cotta with Seasonal Berries and Chocolate Sauce

Trio Sorbet of Lemon, Mango and Raspberry served with Complimenting Fruit Coulis

Chocolate Lava Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream and Crème Anglaise

French Vanilla Ice Cream Crêpe with Coulis and Seasonal Berries

Served with Freshly Brewed Toscana Blend Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee, Espresso and a Selection of Herbal and Deluxe Teas

Fruit Per TableAn Assortment of Sliced Seasonal Fruit

Pastries per TableAn Assortment of French and Italian Pastries

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Late Night StationsSweet Table

Miniature Pastries, Assorted Cakes and Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruit

Deluxe Sweet TableA Decadent Assortment of French and Italian Pastries,

Variety of Cakes and Tortes, Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruit, Cheesecake Lollipops, Mini Crème Brûlée, Miniature Verrines

Waffle Station with AttendantMade To Order, Served with Freshly Whipped Cream,

Fresh Seasonal Berries, Chocolate Sauce, French Vanilla Ice Cream

Crêpe Station with AttendantBanana and Nutella or Banana Foster or Crêpe Suzette served with French Vanilla Ice Cream

Chocolate FountainMarshmallows, Lady Fingers, Fresh Strawberries,

Cubed Pineapple, Honeydew, and Cantaloupe

Build Your Own PoutineA Quebec Classic; Crispy Golden Fries, Beef Chili,

Vegetable Chili, Fresh Cheese Curds, Mushroom Sauté, Caramelized Onions, Green Onions, Gravy

Applicable Tax and Gratuity Extra

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Late Night StationsSlider Bar

Mini Beef Burgers, Mini Chicken Burgers, Mini Hot Dogs, Traditional Condiments, Lettuce,

Tomato, Onion, Cheddar Cheese

Porchetta and Imported Beer StationItalian Pork Roast with Rolls,

Hot Banana Peppers, Sautéed Mushroom Medley

Portuguese Midnight BuffetPasties de Bacalhau, Rissois, Lobster, Shrimp, King Crab, Mussels, Clams, Squid, Pulled Pork with Piri Piri Sauce,

Assorted Rolls, Chicken Wings

International Cheese StationDisplay of Domestic and International Cheeses with Grapes,

Dried Fruits, Nuts, and Sliced Baguettes

Enhance your Cheese Station with Saganaki Cheese Flambé

Oyster StationFreshest Selection with Shallot Vinaigrette,

Lemon Wedges, Tabasco, Spicy Horseradish, Cocktail Sauce

Stir Fry Station Live Stir Fry Station featuring Chicken, Beef or Shrimp, Assorted

Vegetables and Egg Noodle Made to Order by Uniformed Chef


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Late Night StationsSalumeria Station

Freshly Sliced Prosciutto, Speck, Hot and Sweet Genoa Salami, Capicollo, Mortadella, Rosemary Focaccia, Pickled Onions

and European Olives, Artisan Rolls

Sushi BarConsisting of Fresh Handmade Rolls,

Maki and Sashimi Prepared by a Sushi Chef

Seafood StationCalamari Fritti, Marinated Seafood, Steamed Mussels in Tomato Broth,

Pernod Shrimp Sauté and Salmon Vodka Flambé Prepared Live by our Chef

Taxes and Gratuities are additional

EnhancementsCustom Designed Ice Sculptures


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Taste of Greece Choice of Hot and Cold Hors D’oeuvres (4 Items)

First Course Choice of one:

Greek SaladRomaine Lettuce Topped with Tomato, Pepper, Red Onion,

Cucumber, Feta Cheese Kalamata Olives, Lemon Vinaigrette

Greek Olives and CheeseFeta Cheese and Kalamata Olives Marinated in Olive Oil, Oregano and Red Pepper Flakes

Avgolemono SoupChicken with Orzo Egg Drop, Lemon Broth

Second Course Choice of one:

Pasta KalamataPenne Topped with Tomato Sauce, Kalamata Olives, Artichoke Hearts, and Feta Cheese

Vegetarian MoussakaEggplant Layered with Grilled Zucchini, Sautéed Vegetables and Béchamel Sauce

Main Entrée Choice of one:

Roast Prime Rib of Beef Au Jus (8 oz)

Arni PaidakiaRack of Lamb Seasoned with Greek Herbs Broiled to Medium Rare

Served with Seasonal Vegetables and Roasted Yukon Potatoes

DessertTrio Sorbet of Lemon, Mango & Raspberry served with Complimenting Fruit Coulis

or Vanilla Ice Cream Crêpe with Chocolate Sauce and Seasonal Berries

Late Night Sweet TableAssorted Miniature Pastries, Variety of Cakes and Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruit.

Freshly Brewed Toscana Blend Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee, Espresso and a Selection of Herbal and Deluxe Teas


Taste of Portugal Choice of Hot and Cold Hors D’oeuvres (4 Items)

Soup Choice of one:

Caldo Verde Collard Greens, Potato and Chouriço Sausage

Sopa De Marisco Shell Fish Soup with Potato and Greens

Fish Entrée Choice of one:

Fillet of Sole with Rice & Salad

Grilled Halibut Filet with Rice & Salad**Add $6 for Halibut

Main Entrée Choice of one:

Combinação de Vitela e Frango Veal and Chicken Combination

Filet Mignon Com CogumelosFilet Mignon (6 oz) with Mushroom Sauce

Espetada Mista Beef, Pork, Chicken, and Peppers, Kebab, Combination

Main entrées are served with Seasonal Vegetables and Herb Roasted Potatoes

Late Night Seafood BuffetPasties de Bacalhau, Rissois, Lobster, Shrimp, King Crab, Mussels, Clams, Squid & Scallops,

Sweet Table featuring Assorted Pastries, Decadent Cakes, and Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruit.

Freshly Brewed Toscana Blend Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee, Espresso and a Selection of Herbal and Deluxe Teas


Bar SelectionsDeluxe Open Bar

House Red and White Wine

Glass Bottled Water (Flat and Sparkling)

Coffee, Tea, Espresso

Toasting (Only): Sparkling Wine

Scotch Whiskey: Johnnie Walker Black

Bourbon Whiskey: Jack Daniels

Cognac: Courvoisier VS

Rye: Canadian Club

Rum: Bacardi White, Bacardi Black, Malibu Coconut

Gin: Beefeater

Vodka: Absolut

Brandy: St. Remy

Tequila: Sauza Silver

Liqueurs: Bailey’s Irish Cream, Sambuca, Amaretto, Southern Comfort, Crème de Cacao (White), Kahlua,

Limoncello, Grappa, Triple Sec, Peach Schnapps, Crème de Menthe (White)

Beers: Molson Canadian, Labatt Blue, Coors Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Heineken, Stella Artois, Corona

Martini Drinks: You’re Selection of 2 Flavors


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Bar SelectionsStandard Open Bar

House Red and White Wine

Pitchers of Water

Coffee, Tea, Espresso

Toasting (Only): Sparkling Wine

Scotch Whiskey: Johnnie Walker Red

Rye: Canadian Club

Rum: Bacardi White

Gin: Beefeater

Vodka: Polar Ice

Beers: Molson Canadian, Labatt Blue, Coors Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Corona

We would be delighted to customize any bar of your choice at an additional cost.

Additional Beverages:Scotch Whiskey: Johnnie Walker Black, Chivas Regal; Cognac Remy Martin VS;

Rye: Crown Royal; Gin: Bombay Sapphire; Vodka: Grey Goose; Tequila: Sauza Gold; Beers: Becks, Sappora; Liqueurs: Crème de Cacao (Brown), Grand Marnier,

Soho Lyche, Melon, Crème de Banana

The Martini BarShaken or Stirred, Traditional to Extravagant is a sure way to “Liven Up” any Cocktail Reception


Maharani Appetizers

Choice of 3 Vegetarian

Main Course Choice of 4: Served with

Nan & Parantha, Rice Pillaw, Raita, Chef’s Choice of 2 Salads, Pickles

One Dessert Late Night Sweet Table

Maharaja Appetizers Choice of 3

(2 vegetarian & 1 meat)

Main Course Choice of 5:

(Pulse, Panir, Vegetables grilled on Tawa plate & 2 meat)

Served with Nan & Parantha, Rice Pillaw, Raita,

Chef’s Choice of 2 Salads, Pickles

One Dessert Late Night Sweet Table

Taj Mahal Appetizers Choice of 4

(2 vegetarian & 2 meat)

Main Course Choice of 6:

(Pulse, Panir, Vegetable & 3 meat)

Served with Nan & Parantha, Rice Pillaw,Raita, Chef’s Choice of 2 Salads, Pickles

Two Desserts Late Night Sweet Table

Vegetarian Appetizers Samosa, Paneer Cutlets, Pakoras, Onion Bhaji, Palak Samosa, Aloo Tikki, Methi Kebab, Veggie Cutlets, Cashew Nut Rolls, Haryali Kebab, Gulistani Kebab, Panir Tikka, Chat Papri, Biel Puri, Fruit Chat, Harey Patey ki, Pani Puri, Pao Bhaji

Non –Vegetarian Appetizers Tawa Chicken Tikka, Malai Tikka, Chicken Pakoras, Lasani Tikka, Mirch Tikka, Kathy Kebab, Murgh Galouti kebabs, Shammi Kebab,

Seekh Kebab, Tawa Seekh Kebab**, Tawa Boti** (**served at stations only)

Seafood Appetizers Shrimp Malai*, Angara Shrimp*, Shrimp Shashlik*, Fish Amritsari

Main Course – Vegetarian Pulses:

Dal Makhni, Dal Panchratan, Sookhi Dal, Chana Masala, Chana Pindi, Kadi Pakora

Vegetables: Aloo Gobi, Gobhi Matar Be-Misal, Baigan Patiala, Baigan Bharta, Bagharey Baigan, Kashmiri Dum Aloo, Bhindi Do piaza, Navarattan Curry, Vegetable

Jalfrezi, Khumb Lababdar, Roghni Khumb

Panir: Shahi Panir, Panir Bhurji, Panir Tikka Masala, Kadhai Panir, Achari Panir,

Malai Kofta, Kesari Matar, Saag Panir, Panir Labadar

Main Course- Non Vegetarian Chicken:

Chicken Lababdar, Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Dhaba Chicken, Chicken Jalfrezi, Kali Mirch Ka Murgh, Chicken Chettinad, Methi Chicken,

Chicken Vindaloo, Murgh Jahangiri

Meat: (Choice of Lamb, Goat, or Beef) Kadhai Gosht, Roganjosh, Bhuna Gosht, Rara Gosht, Gosht Masala, Keema

Matar, Gosht Veliram, Saag Gosht, Boti Korma

Seafood: Taka Tak Jhingha*, Prawn Benazeer*, Khumbi Prawn Makhni*, Jhinga

Malabar*, Macher Jhol*, Machli Masala*

Dessert Kulfi, Rasmalai, Gulabjamun, Gajrela, Dal Halva, Malpuda Rabri*, Rasgulla

Applicable Tax & Gratuity Extra additional per person for Family Style Service

South Asian Menus Buffet Style Catered by The Host.

* Per Person Pricing includes Room Rental, Applicable Tax and Gratuity

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Social Event Room RentalApril – October

Outside Catering – Morning Room Rental 7:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Saturday, Sunday and Long Weekends

Toscana A Expected guests: 200

Toscana B Expected guests: 100

Toscana C Expected guests: 100

Toscana Ballroom Expected guests: 400

Monday through Friday





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Social Event Room RentalApril – October

Outside Catering – Evening Room Rental 5:30 p.m. until 1:00 a.m.











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Social Event Room RentalJanuary – March & November – December Outside Catering – Evening Room Rental

**Includes Standard Open Bar** 5:30 p.m. until 1:00 a.m.











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The Breakfast TableHost your guests the next morning to a hearty breakfast in a private room.

Here are two of our more popular breakfast buffets, which are sure to satisfy even the most discerning of palates.


Let us help you create special memories for your guests. Please ask us about Bridal Showers, Rehearsal Dinners, Engagement Parties, Birthdays any and all Celebrations.

Our professional and courteous team looks forward to being a part of your memorable occasion.

The “Hilton Garden Inn” BreakfastChilled Orange, Apple & Cranberry Juices

Assorted Muffins, Danish Pastries, Croissants and Breakfast Breads

Fruit Preserves, Honey, Marmalade and Sweet Butter

An Assortment of Kellogg’s Cereal With Chilled Milk


Farm Fresh Scrambled Eggs

Crispy Smoked Bacon or Sausage

Home-style Potatoes

Buttermilk Pancakes with Syrup

Freshly Brewed Toscana Blend

Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee and a Selection of Herbal and Deluxe Teas

The European BreakfastChilled Orange, Apple & Cranberry Juices

Freshly Baked Croissants, Brioche and Muffins

Fruit Preserves, Honey, Marmalade and Sweet Butter

Deli Style Platter of Cold Meats, Assorted Cheese Platter

Hard Boiled Eggs

Frittata with Zucchini and Onion (served at room temperature)

Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruit Platter

Freshly Brewed Toscana Blend

Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee and a Selection of Herbal and Deluxe Teas

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Banquet Room Specifications

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ROOM Sq.ft Banquet with Dance Floor Cocktail Reception TheatreToscana Ballroom 8,000 600 500 800 850

Toscana A 4,000 300 250 400 400Toscana B 2,000 150 125 200 225Toscana C 2,000 150 125 200 225York Room 620 40 n/a 45 50

Mackenzie Room 570 40 n/a 45 50

3201 Hwy #7 West Vaughan, Ontario L4K 5Z7Phone: 905-660-4700

Toll Free: 1-877-STAY-HGIFax: 905-660-4300

www.torontovaughan.stayhgi.com

Catering: 905-660-5200Fax: 905-660-4300

www.toscanabanquethall.com

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