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Our Small Bites & canapés​
Modern Roots offers a convenient solution for drop off & delivery of premium canapés for your event. Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our delicious canapés offer a sophisticated and effortless way to enhance your occasion. 

our definition:

canapé - a small, decorative and savory hors d'oeuvre, designed to be eaten in one or two bites often held by hand at cocktail parties or receptions. 

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small bite - designed to be consumed in two or three bites rather than a single bite, they are commonly served as appetizers.

How it works

Step One

Select your canapés

Choose from hot, cold, savory or sweet canapés to small bites or our popular Boxed Bundles. We also cater for gluten free, vegan and veggie options alongside other allergens and intolerances. â€‹

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Step Two

Schedule your delivery

Select your delivery window and our team will deliver to your door. Your canapés will arrive in our custom designed recyclable transport trays, reliable, on time and ready to serve. (reheat needed for hot items)

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Step Three

Serve

When you are ready simply remove from the box, place on your platters and serve. All packaging is recyclable. An exquisite, beautifully designed canapé catering and delivery service. Bringing people together through food, flavor and a touch of elegance.

(if you are not serving straight away, refrigerate any fish, creme fraiche, mini flowered and micro green items to prevent spoilage and/or wilting) 

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Re-Heat

some items may require heating and assembly, items will state if reheating and assembly are required. We have many items so if you do not have someone to manage food, (warming and cleaning up) you should stay away from re-heat items to enjoy your event. All items will have reheat instructions where applicable, we always like to say, reheating our appetizer style foods go "slow and low" low temp a little longer, helps make food crispy, not greasy and cheese wont ooze out. 

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canapés

Crostini

 ~ peppered beef tenderloin, horseradish cream, melted onion confit, boursin cheese -$108 per dozen

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 ~ smoked salmon canape, horseradish creme fraiche, capers, dill, pumpernickel - $84 per dozen  

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 ~ prosciutto, brie, apricot & thyme jam - $60 per dozen  

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 ~ tuna tartare, cucumber, capers, lemon, red pepper flake, semolina - $108 per dozen 

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 ~ goat cheese spread, roasted grapes, candied pecan, lavender honey - $60 per dozen  

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 ~ roasted butternut squash, whipped honey goat cheese, walnut & pumpkin seed granola - $60 per dozen  

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 ~ grilled mexican street corn, avocado-lime crema, cotija, chili dust, micro cilantro - $60 per dozen

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 ~ blistered grapes, manchego, chorizo spread, semolina $ per dozen 

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 ~ burrata, marinated tomatoes, micro basil, balsamic agrodolce $ per dozen

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 ~ prosciutto, melon, burrata, balsamic agrodolce, micro basil $ per dozen

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 ~ avocado crostini - pico de gallo, shaved radishes, black sesame seeds, micro cilantro - $ per dozen

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 ~ smoked salmon, cream cheese, cucumbers, capers, pickled red onions & fresh dill - $ per dozen

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 ~ fresh figs when seasonal, goat cheese, fig jam, pecan-honey drizzle, micro arugula - $ per dozen

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 ~ brie, seasonal pear, arugula, candied walnuts, balsamic drizzle - $ per dozen 

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 ~ fresh ricotta, fresh strawberries, lemon zest, hot honey drizzle, toasted walnuts - $ per dozen

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 ~ beet hummus + avocado mousse + feta + cilantro + garlic crostini - $54 per dozen

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tartlets

 ~ wild mushroom, caramelized shallot, and goat cheese - $ per dozen 

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 ~ asparagus, leek, and gruyere - $ per dozen

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 ~ quiche lorraine, egg, bacon, gruyere, chives - $ per dozen 

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Phyllo Cups

 ~ santa fe beef tenderloin, charred corn, avocado mousse, black beans, chipotle aioli, micro cilantro - $ 

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 ~ smoked salmon, avocado cream cheese mousse, heirloom toy box tomatoes, pea tendril - $

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 ~ french onion soup, gruyere, fresh thyme - (reheat) - $

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 ~ roasted jersey peaches, goat cheese, honey - (reheat or room temp) - $

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arancini & croquettes 

 ~ cacio e pepe arancini, basil lime crema - $

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 ~ wild mushroom arancini, toasted walnut, black truffle aioli - $

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 ~ mozzarella arancini, tomato, micro basil - $

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bacon & kimchi arancini + gochujang aioli - $

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 ~ spiced beef brisket & roasted onion croquette, chipotle-mustard-mayo - $

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~ croque madame "croquetas" + black truffle crema - $

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skewers / satays / Brochette

​ ~ chimichurri steak & sweet plantain, chipotle aioli, (gf) - $

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 ~ korean bbq flank steak, creamy & spicy peanut sauce - $

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 ~ korean bbq glaze chicken satay, mango, (gf) - $96 per dozen  

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​​​​​ ~ za’atar chicken brochette, crazy red pepper & feta tzatziki, (gf) - $96 per dozen  

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 ~ caprese, cherry mozzarella, fresh basil, heirloom grape tomatoes, balsamic gastrique, (gf) - $36 per dozen

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 ~ fruit skewer, seasonal fruit, ginger, honey & lime infused greek yogurt, (vegan/gf) - $72 per 2 dozen

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 ~ charcuterie skewer, 2 types cured salami, 2 types artisan cheese, appropriate accoutrements - $

 

mini tacos

​~ korean beef short rib  + pickled asian cabbage slaw + cilantro, gf - $ per dozen

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other

​ ~ lump crab cake, kewpie sriracha aioli, micro cilantro - $132 per dozen

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 ~ gochujang shrimp, avocado mash, cucumber, black sesame seeds, (gf) - $84 per dozen

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 ~ coconut shrimp, panko, sweet chili dip - $93 per dozen

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 ~ sweet watermelon, feta, aged balsamic, fine herbs $ per dozen

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small bites

Sliders

~ short-rib chunk, caramelized onions, provolone, horseradish creme fraiche, brioche - $165 per dozen 

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~ asian chicken, sriracha aioli, avocado mash, brioche - $108 per dozen 

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​​​~ buttermilk fried chicken, cabbage slaw, sriracha aioli, brioche - $108 per dozen 

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espresso bbq pulled pork slider, apple & fennel slaw, brioche - $120 per dozen

 

~ grass fed beef, bacon, cheddar, tomato, pickles, chipotle aioli - $

 

empanadas

~ chicken pot pie. carrots, peas, celery, onions, potatoes - $

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~ santa fe chicken, corn, cheddar, black beans, cilantro, avocado crema - $

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~ spinach & artichoke, mozzarella, parmesan, cheddar - $

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~ "ropas vieja" slow braised shredded beef & green olives - $​

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phyllo cigars

~ spinach & feta - $ per dozen

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mason jars

~ shrimp and avocado salsa

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~ pickled shrimp and vegetables

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Toasties - (grilled cheese)

~ sourdough grilled cheese, basil pesto, bacon & onion jam - $72 per dozen

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~ sourdough grilled cheese, basil pesto, fresh mozzarella, tomato - $72 per dozen

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​~ corned beef reuben, gruyere, sauerkraut, russian dressing, rye - $84 per dozen

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fontina, squash, caramelized shallots, sage, brioche - $ per dozen​

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Assorted Mini Dessert Bites (24)

$80.00

Description

Chef's choice as we pick and choose delectable delights for you to enjoy. Not all flavors will be included, but each will be a 1-2 bite of delight. Flavors may include:

Coconut Macaroons

Mini Cannoli

French Macarons

Flourless Chocolate Cake

Raspberry Cheesecake

Key Lime Cheesecake

Vanilla Cheesecake

Oreo Cheesecake

Fruit Tart

Lemon Tart

Vanilla Cupcake

Chocolate Cupcake

Sold by the double dozen

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  • beef short rib mini tacos + pickled asian cabbage slaw + cilantro - gf $132 per dozen 

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  • cucumber cup + tomato + kalamata + feta + dill + lemon zest + 

      crazy red pepper tzatziki + micro flower - can be made vegan

     $54 per dozen

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  • summer rice paper roll + cabbage + avocado + mango +

      carrots + cucumber + thai basil + mint + cilantro + sesame seeds +     

      sweet chili dip - can be made vegan

      $56 per dozen

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  • buffalo mozzarella + oven cured tomatoes + basil pesto + garlic crostini

     $72 per dozen​

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112 East Main Street,
Ramsey, NJ 07446 |  201-327-7700

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