Group Events & Catering

GROUPS AT MICHAEL'S

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-BARN
Our beautifully renovated original 1820 Barn Room provides a unique setting. We have combined old & new, from the stunning, modern Edison Bulb Chandeliers to old farm machinery molds studding the walls. Here, guests may dine in luxury, while being reminded of the history & charm of the antique barn. A wall of windows offers stunning Green Mountain & sunset views.

Seating Capacity:
65 guests -Sit Down Dinner
35 guests-Stand Up Cocktail Hour with Sit Down Dinner to Follow

-WINE ROOM & OUTSIDE TERRACE
*add this for groups of over 40 guests in the Barn or any size group that enjoys full privacy.
The small Wine Room and outside Terrace, with its outstanding views is a great add-on to the Barn.
It extends the Barn space and includes a private bathroom. This entire area may be enclosed for full privacy by sliding antique barn doors.
The terrace is available only in good weather as there is no awning.

-CLOCK ROOM & BAR
The centrally located Clock Room, overlooking the terrace, complete with a cast iron ceiling clock, is reminiscent of a country cottage
& envelopes diners in Vermont comfort. This room is considered semi private as a connecting room, and others will pass through.
When renting out the Barn for groups over 40 guests, an additional mingling space for a cocktail hour is recommended and for groups over 60 guests, this entire space will additionally be reserved for the full evening. We offer the full bar area and Clock Dining Room (set up for mingling) for either a set period of time or the entire evening.

Seating Capacity:
16 guests
The bar area may be closed for you for cocktails before dinner.
Should the bar be unavailable, seated cocktails & hors d’oeuvres can be provided.

PORCH DINING ROOM
Our large enclosed, candlelit wrap-around porch is a romantic dining area, each seat commanding a spectacular view of the Green Mountain scenery.
Seating Capacity:
36 guests for a sit down dinner
25 guests-Stand Up Cocktail Hour with Sit Down Dinner to Follow

-FULL RESTAURANT RENTALS

Seating Capacity
95 guests-Stand Up Cocktail Hour with Sit Down Dinner to Follow
*Dining in the Barn and on the Porch, leaving a centrally located mingling common area (Lounge, Clock Room, Bar, Wine Room, Outside Terrace.
120 guests- Stand Up, Mingling Format

Daytime events allow full privacy to our groups with a departure by 3pm.

Distinctive daytime conference services allow our clients to conference in a sophisticated setting, while still allowing them to enjoy a warm atmosphere reminiscent of a Vermont retreat.

Our conference services can handle most requests, offering the required amenities needed to create a successful conference. WiFi is available.

-NON-PRIVATE RESERVATIONS

Non-private reservations are available for groups of up to 18 guests.
We do our best to accommodate your desires & will keep your group together, but the exact configuration is dependent upon other reservations.
We want everyone to have a fantastic evening, including guests sharing your dining room, so speeches are not permitted in non-private spaces and we ask that guests respect those around them.

*Large, non-private groups requiring space for the entirety of the evening may have a consumption minimum. Please inquire.

RENTING ROOMS FOR PRIVACY

In order to close rooms to the public we have a consumption minimum plus tax and 20% gratuity.
This will include anything consumed, food or alcohol.
To clarify minimums, if the minimum is not met, the remainder is considered a room fee & is subject to applicable tax and gratuity.
Should the minimum be exceeded, the client will be charged per consumption plus tax and gratuity.

MENUS

We are happy to create a custom-titled, dated & printed menu to fit with your desires, dietary needs & budget.

Groups under 18 guests are able to order off our regular menu.

Typical complete menus include local bread, butter, olives, a “chef’s taste of the evening”, choice of 2 appetizers, 3 entrées, 2 desserts & organic Vermont Artisan coffee or tea selections with dessert.

*Multiple-course tasting menus & wine pairings are also available. (All guests would partake in this option.)

*Menu, pricing & format is subject to change due to availability or special circumstance.

SAMPLE SUMMER GROUP MENUS

All menus include local bread, butter, olives & organic Vermont Artisan coffee or tea

Custom Degustation Menus & Wine Pairings Available Upon Request

Seasonal Sorbet Intermezzo
Family Style Local Cheese Course

MENU 1
Chef’s Taste of the Evening

Summer Corn Soup - Crispy Corn Spätzli - Ramp Oil
or
Local Greens - Heirloom Radish - Grainy Mustard Sherry Vinaigrette

Slow Roasted Chicken - Parmesan Polenta - Gremolata - Madeira Crispy Shallots
or
Faroe Island Salmon - Fried Green Tomatoes - Heirloom Tomato Salad - Pickled Corn - Basil Mascarpone
or
Summer Bean & Vegetable Ragout - Herbed Risotto - Sweet Corn & Heirloom Tomato Salad (V; GF)

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Buttermilk Biscuit Strawberry Shortcake - Chocolate Ganache
or
Homegrown Lemon Balm Panna Cotta - Cherry Rhubarb Preserves - Demerara Sugar Cookie

MENU 2
Chef’s Taste of the Evening

Maine Crabcake - Arugula - Watermelon - Lemon Verbena - Sauce Verte
or
Roasted Mushroom Tartine - Truffle Honey Gastrique
Freshly Shaved Black Truffles - $20

Pasture Raised Beef Tenderloin - Creamed Spinach - Crispy Fingerlings - Ramp Truffle Butter
Freshly Shaved Black Truffles - $20
or
Butter Braised Maine Lobster - Black Garlic Risotto - Tarragon Pea Purée - Preserved Lemon

Chocolate Truffle Torte - Homegrown Mint Ice Cream - Coconut
or
Lemon Meringue Jar Pie - Shortbread Crust - Blueberry Compote

SAMPLE FALL TASTING MENU

HORS D’OEUVRES

Roasted Fall Squash Soup - Spiced Crème Fraîche
Maine Crabcake - Sauce Verte
Local Cheddar Fritter - Harissa Mayo
Poached Pear Spoon - Bayley Hazen Blue - Spiced Walnut

Shaved Asparagus - Roasted Fennel & Garlic - Herbed Chevre - Pine Nuts - Lemon Dressing
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Herb Butter Braised Maine Lobster - Creamed Leeks & Corn - Fennel
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Seasonal Sorbet
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Roasted Mushroom Tartine - Truffle Honey Gastrique
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Pasture Raised Beef Tenderloin - Roasted Rainbow Carrots - Gratin Potatoes - Browned Spice Butter
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Chocolate Truffle Torte - Espresso Ice Cream - Mascarpone
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Demerara Sugar Cookies

CORPORATE

We offer corporate receptions, dinners, luncheons & meeting rooms.

Distinctive conference services in our Barn Room allow groups to conference in a sophisticated setting while enjoying a warm atmosphere reminiscent of a Vermont retreat. WIFI is available.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Serving dinner from 5-9pm; Closed Tuesday

LOCAL NIGHT!
-Join us on Thursday evenings for Local Night!
Let us know that you buy local & receive 15% off food and wine bottles.
Excludes Christmas week and holidays, please inquire.

We are certain that you will take home warm memories from your event handled by Michael's!

"I never have to worry about anything; whether the event is in our home or at the restaurant, everything is always perfect. Each menu that we discuss is tailored to our needs. The presentation of each item is beautiful and the taste delicious. Your staff is courteous, knowledgeable and incredibly efficient. I certainly appreciate your attention to detail and your desire to make each party special for us and all our guests. I can't thank you enough for all that you do for us, and I look forward to our next opportunity to plan a party together! You're simply the best!" –Stowe

"I couldn't go to sleep before I thanked you for the best party ever!" -San Francisco

“In my 20 plus years as a caterer, I had not, before my own wedding, experienced the extraordinary sophistication and subtlety of the cuisine presented by you…. the nuanced courses were a rare gift to all who attended--it meant so much to us that you took such personal attention to every detail; you managed to please every palate, another 'first' in the realm of wedding fare.” –New York City

"We immediately turned our attention to the windows, the incredible mountain views, and later, into the evening, enjoyed an absolutely breathtaking sunset!! "I can’t even write about the food without getting wistful, so I will just say—AWESOME. Every award and accolade you are receiving, you deserve." -Boston