Executive Chef Derek Ragnitz and his incredible team source fresh local products and bring plenty of creativity to the table every time. The result is incredible restaurant quality dining experiences – even for a thousand people.
Please note: OCEC does not charge a gratuity fee
Minimum catering order is for 10 people unless otherwise indicated
Individually wrapped or packaged. Served with Coffee, Tea and Decaffeinated Coffee. Choice of one.
BERRY BLITZ
Barley and Quinoa glazed with Greek Vanilla Yogurt topped with Fresh Berries, Shaved Coconut and Toasted Walnuts (v)
APPLE AND PUMPKIN SPICE COBBLER
Greek Vanilla Yogurt with Apples and Pumpkin Spice, Golden Raisins and Dried Cranberries, topped with Sliced Almonds and Honey (gf/v)
$18.00/person
Warm Traditional and Gluten Free Bagels served with Assorted Cream Cheeses, Jams and Peanut Butter
$18.50/person
(gf without the bagels/df without the cream cheese/v)
Freshly Baked Croissants, Muffins, Breakfast Pastries and Gluten Free Pastries served with Butter and Preserves
$21.00/person
$22.50/person
$23.00/person
Choice of one Breakfast Sandwich:
Hash Brown Patties (gf/df/v/v+)
Greek Yogurt (gf/v) and Vegan Yogurt (v+)
Granola (gf/df/v/v+)
Fruit Cocktail
Chilled Fruit Juices
Coffee, Tea and Decaffeinated Coffee
all listed sandwiches can be made gluten-free or egg white only
$23.00/person
$24.00/person
$35.00/person
(Minimum 20 Persons)
Flavored Water
Choice of one flavor
Chilled Fruit Juices
Coffee, Tea and Decaffeinated Coffee
$12.00 Per Person
(Minimum 20 Persons)
$12.00/person
Beef and Vegetable Chili, Sour Cream, Bacon Bits and Green Onions—$5.00 extra
$15.00/person
$16.25/person
$17.00/person
$18.00 Per Person
$19.50/person
$20.00/person
$20.50/person
$22.50/person
(Minimum 20 Persons)
Soup of the Day (gf/df/v/v+)
House Blend of Baby Spinach, Kale and Mesclun Greens, Mandarin Oranges, Cucumbers and Tomatoes with an Assortment of Dressings
Feta Cheese
Kosher Pickles
Medley of Olives
Assorted Sandwiches and Wraps
Sliced Seasonal Fruit & Berries
$40.00/person
Artisanal Garlic Focaccia
Classic Caesar Salad with Caesar Dressing
Croutons and Bacon Bits
Homemade Spinach and Cheese Manicotti with Sun-dried Tomato and Pesto Cream Sauce (v)
Italian Style All Beef Meatballs tossed in our homemade Tomato and Basil Sauce
Sliced Seasonal Fruit & Berries
$40.00 Per Person
Artisanal Garlic Focaccia
Classic Caesar Salad with Caesar Dressing
Croutons and Bacon Bits
Medley of Olives and Marinated Mushrooms
Chicken Scallopini glazed with a Lemon Caper Sauce (gf)
Potato Gnocchi in a Tomato and Basil Sauce (gf/df/v/v+)
Parmesan and Chili Flakes
Sliced Seasonal Fruit & Berries
$45.00/person
House Blend of Baby Spinach, Kale and Mesclun Greens, Mandarin Oranges, Cucumbers and Tomatoes with an Assortment of Dressings
Feta Cheese
Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Lime and Avocado Dressing (gf)
Chicken Fajitas – Freshly Roasted Chicken with Soft Flour Tortillas, Caramelized Onions, and Peppers
Tortilla Chip Platter: Chips, Guacamole, Salsa, Shredded Cheese, Sliced Jalapeños, Sour Cream, Mexican Rice and Refried Beans
Sliced Seasonal Fruit & Berries
$45.00 Per Person
Add Churros for $5.00/person
House Blend of Baby Spinach, Kale and Mesclun Greens with Mandarin Oranges, Cucumbers and Tomatoes with an Assortment of Dressings
Feta Cheese
Vegetarian Spring Roll and Plum Sauce (df/v)
Sesame Asian Noodle Sweet Potato Salad (gf/df/v)
Szechuan Chicken with Asian Eggplant and Napa Cabbage (df) Vegetarian Fried Rice (gf/df/v)
Fortune Cookies (df/v)
Sliced Seasonal Fruit & Berries
$45.00/person
House Blend of Baby Spinach, Kale and Mesclun Greens with Mandarin Oranges, Cucumbers and Tomatoes with an Assortment of Dressings
Feta Cheese
Freshly Made Hummus and Tabbouleh (gf/df/v/v+)
Naan Bread (v)
Vegetarian Samosas (df/v)
Mediterranean Chicken Kebobs (gf/df) with Tzatziki (gf/v)
Basmati Rice
Chickpea and Vegetable Curry (gf/df/v/v+)
Sliced Seasonal Fruit & Berries
Add Baklava for $5.00/person
$45.00/person
LUNCH SUPER SALADS
All individual bowls are served in a biodegradable environmentally friendly container.
$40.00/person
$40.00/person
$40.00 Per Person
Minimum catering order is for 10 people unless otherwise indicated
Beverages are not included. Choose one item from each section (for the entire group)
Salads
Sandwiches
Dessert
Included with Buffet
Choice of TWO (2) Salads:
Choice of TWO (2) Main Entrées:
$50.00/person
Minimum catering order is for 40 people unless otherwise indicated
Add a Third Main Entrée for $10.00/person
Minimum catering order is for 20 people unless otherwise indicated
All Plated Lunches include 3 courses: Dinner Rolls and Butter, Soup OR Salad, Entrée, Dessert,
Coffee, Tea and Decaffeinated Coffee. Prices are based on the entrée selected.
(Minimum of 20 persons)
(Choose one Entrée)
Grilled Chicken Supreme with a Pesto Sun-dried Tomato Cream, Dauphinoise
Potato, Carrot and Parsnip Puree and Seasonal Vegetables (gf)
$50.00/person
Grilled Atlantic Salmon served with Roasted Baby Red Potatoes and Seasonal
Vegetables glazed with a White Wine and Dill Sauce (gf)
$50.00 Per Person
Braised Loin of Cod Glazed with a Ginger Hoisin finished with Fresh Avocado
and Tomato on a bed of Ancient Grains and Seasonal Vegetables (df)
$50.00 Per Person
Grilled AAA Sirloin (6 oz) with a Merlot Sauce, Herb Roasted Potatoes and
Seasonal Vegetables (gf/df)
$55.00 Per Person
Grilled AAA Striploin (8 oz) with Caramelized Onions and Mushrooms finished
with a Whiskey and Peppercorn Sauce served with Sour Cream and Chive
Whipped Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables
$65.00 Per Person
Vegan Vegetable Paella – Medley of Seasonal Vegetables with a Variety of Beans and Tofu tossed with Fresh Tomatoes and Sesame Roasted Sweet Potato with Fresh Cilantro and Basil served with Grilled Cauliflower (gf/df/v/v+)
$50.00 Per Person
Caramelized Mushrooms and Pearl Onions with Roasted Butternut Squash
and Chickpeas in a Bourguignon Sauce stuffed in a Grilled Eggplant topped
with Grilled Tofu (gf/df/v/v+)
$50.00 Per Person
Vegetable Yellow Thai Curry with Red Lentil, Black Beans and Roasted Red
Peppers in a Grilled Pepper (gf/df/v/v+)
$50.00 Per Person
(Choose one soup OR one salad)
(Choose one soup OR one salad)
(Choose one dessert)
Other Options Available
$45.00/Per Dozen
$45.00/Per Dozen
$60.00/Per Dozen
$60.00/Per Dozen
*We recommend four-six hors d’oeuvres per person per hour
Minimum catering order is for 20 people unless otherwise indicated
All Working Dinner Buffets include Coffee, Tea and Decaffeinated Coffee
$55.00/person
$75.00/person
Minimum catering order is for 40 people unless otherwise indicated
$85.00/person
Minimum catering order is for 40 people unless otherwise indicated
Minimum catering order is for 20 people unless otherwise indicated
All Plated Dinners are 3 courses and include the choice of Dinner Appetizer, Main Entrée and Dessert.
Also included is an Artisan Bread Basket and Coffee, Tea and Decaffeinated Coffee.
Prices are based on the entrée selected.
Oven Reduced Tomato Bisque with Fresh Basil and Quinoa drizzled
with Avocado Crème Fraiche (gf/v)
Carrot and Parsnip with Fresh Ginger finished with a Cilantro Drizzle (gf/df/v/v+)
Butternut Squash and Apple Bisque (gf/df/v/v+)
Creamy Corn Chowder (gf/df/v/v+)
Baby Spinach and Kale Greens with Sesame Roasted Sweet Potatoes
and Grilled Fennel with Chia and Sunflower Seeds drizzled with an Orange
Vinaigrette Dressing (df/v/v+)
Arugula, Radicchio and Belgian Endive with Candied Beets, Grilled Artichoke
Hearts and Semi Reduced Heirloom Tomatoes
with an Avocado and Lime Dressing (gf/v)
Medley of Greens with Lightly Toasted Walnuts and White Wine Poached Bosc
Pear glazed with a Sherry and Organic Honey Vinaigrette (gf/df)
Arugula and Baby Spinach with Mango, Pomegranate and Grilled Portobello
Mushrooms with Aged Balsamic Vinaigrette
garnished with Parmesan Petals (gf/v)
(choose one)
Grilled Chicken Supreme marinated in Fresh Herbs on a Bed of Celeriac,
Dauphinoise Potato and Seasonal Vegetables finished with a Maple
and Calvados Sauce (gf)
$75.00/person
Slow Roasted Boneless Breast of Chicken served on a Bed of Spaghetti Squash
with Seasonal Vegetables, Dauphinoise Potato finished in Pesto
and Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce (gf)
$75.00/person
Grilled 8 oz AAA Sirloin Marinated with our In-House Rub served on a Bed of
Spaghetti Squash and Seasonal Vegetables, Dauphinoise Potato glazed
with a Whiskey and Peppercorn Sauce (gf)
$78.00/person
Baked Panko Crusted Atlantic Salmon on Parmesan Risotto, Seasonal
Vegetables drizzled with a Saffron Sauce (gf)
$80.00/person
Short Rib Braised to Perfection in our Signature Blend of Vegetables
and Beef Broth served on a Bed of Caramelized Onions and Mushrooms
with Dijonnaise Mashed Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables (gf)
$80.00/person
Chicken Supreme Stuffed with Baby Spinach, Mushrooms and Mascarpone
Cheese finished with a Chardonnay Sauce served with Herb Roasted
Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables (gf)
$85.00/person
AAA Prime Rib Centre Cut with Sour Cream and Chive Whipped Potatoes,
Seasonal Vegetables finished with a Merlot Sauce (gf)
$100.00/person
Grilled 8 oz AAA Filet Mignon served with Dauphinoise Potato, Parsnip
and Carrot Purée and Seasonal Vegetables glazed with a Whiskey
Peppercorn Sauce (gf)
$105.00/person
Vegan Vegetable Paella – Medley of Seasonal Vegetables with a variety of Beans and Tofu tossed with Fresh Tomatoes and Sesame Roasted Sweet Potato with Fresh Cilantro and Basil served with Grilled Cauliflower (gf/df/v/v+)
$75.00/person
Caramelized Mushrooms and Pearl Onions with Roasted Butternut Squash
and Chickpeas in a Bourguignon Sauce stuffed in a Grilled Eggplant topped
with Grilled Tofu (gf/df/v/v+)
$75.00/person
Vegetable Yellow Thai Curry with Red Lentil, Black Beans and Roasted Red
Peppers in a Grilled Pepper (gf/df/v/v+)
$75.00/person
(choose one)
All desserts are served with Freshly Whipped Cream and Seasonal Berries
Add a Fourth (4th) Course (Soup or Salad) for $10.00 Per Person
Malpeque Oysters on the Half Shell Mignonette and Tabasco
$Market Price (Per Piece)
Chilled Shrimp served with Cocktail Sauce and Fresh Lemon
$Market Price (50 Pieces)
Smoked Salmon Platter served with Fresh Dill, Honey Dijon,
and Herb Crisps
$140.00 (Serves 30 Persons)
Cold Poached Salmon served with Onions and Capers finished
with Dill Mayonnaise
$175.00 (Serves 25 Persons)
Assorted California Rolls served with Soy Sauce, Pickled Ginger and Wasabi
$140.00 (Serves 20 Persons)
Cold Cut Platter consisting of Imported and Domestic Meats Garnished
with Pickles and Olives
$10.00 Per Person (Minimum 20 Persons)
Imported and Domestic Cheese Platter served with Water Biscuits
and Crisp Baguettes
$10.00 Per Person (Minimum 20 Persons)
Finger Sandwich Platter: An Assortment of Finger Sandwiches filled with Deli
Meats, Tuna and Egg Salad
$12.00 Per Person (Minimum 20 Persons)
Sliced Seasonal Fruit and Berry Platter
$8.00 Per Person (Minimum 20 Persons)
Vegetable Crudités with Dip
$7.00 Per Person (Minimum 20 Persons)
Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb with Rosemary Au Jus
$60.00/rack (7 Chops Per Rack)
Alberta Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Au Jus served with Mini Kaiser Rolls
$450.00 (Requires chef attended station)
Pan Seared Shrimp and Bay Scallops in Creamy Saffron Sauce
$ Market Price/person (Requires chef attended station)
Mini Hamburgers
$51.75 Per Dozen (Minimum 3 dozen)
Pulled Pork Slider
$51.75 Per Dozen (Minimum 3 dozen)
Pizza Station
$14.00/person
$35.00 Per Hour (Minimum Three Hours)
Crispy French Fries with Your Choice of Toppings to include: Gravy, Beef and Bean Chili, Cheese Curds, Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, Bacon Bits and Green Onions
$14.00 Per Person
Thai Noodle Stir-Fry with Vegetables
Vegetarian Fried Rice
Chicken and Tofu served in a Take-Out Box.
$16.00/person
(can substitute the Chicken for Shrimp)
Choice of Two Pastas:
Penne, Farfalle, Spaghetti, Fettuccini or Linguine
Choice of Two Sauces:
Tomato and Basil, Alfredo Sauce, Pesto Sauce and Rosé Sauce
$22.00 Per Person
(Requires chef attended station)
$28.00 Per Person
Lindt Chocolate Fondue with an Assortment of Fruits
$20.00 Per Person
Carafe (1 Litre)
Carafe (1 Litre)
Bottle (750ml)
Bottle (750ml)
Bottle (750ml)
J.P. Wiser’s, Absolut, Havanna Club,
Beefeater, Ballentine’s (1 oz)
$10.00/oz
Olmeca Gold (1 oz)
$10.00
Vermouth, Dubonnet, Averna
$10.00
Domestic: Coors Light, Canadian, Rickards Red, Miller Genuine Draft
$9.00
Imported: Heineken, Corona
$10.00
Cider: Strongbow
$10.00
Cointreau, Drambuie, Bailey’s Irish Cream, Kahlua, Amaretto
$11.00/oz
Courvoisier V.S. Cognac, Grand Marnier
$11.00/oz
House Wines
$10.00 Per Glass
Mionetto
$10.00 Per Glass
If less than $500.00 of liquor is consumed, the cost of the bartender
is $40.00 per hour, per bartender – minimum of 8 hours
$50.00 Per Person
Minimum catering order is for 40 people unless otherwise indicated
Assorted Dinner Rolls
Choose the Soup OR the Salad
Butternut Squash and Apple Bisque with Fresh Cilantro
and Chives (gf/df/v/v+)
Mediterranean Caesar – Romaine Hearts with Cucumbers, Red Lentils,
Roasted Red Peppers and Artichoke Hearts with Black Beans, drizzled
with Avocado and Lime Dressing
Slow Roasted Turkey served with Country Style Stuffing, Whipped Baby Red
Potatoes with Brie Cheese, Seasonal Vegetables, Home Style Turkey Gravy and
Cranberries
Molton Chocolate Cake with Berry Compote and Vanilla Crème Anglaise
Coffee, Tea and Decaffeinated Coffee
$55.00 Per Person
Minimum catering order is for 40 people unless otherwise indicated
$75.00 Per Person
Minimum catering order is for 40 people unless otherwise indicated
Assorted Dinner Rolls
Choose the Soup OR the Salad
Corn and Split Pea Chowder with Butternut Squash, Fresh Cilantro
and Chives (gf/df/v/v+)
Baby Spinach with Endive and Chickpeas, Quinoa, Maple Glazed Beets,
Goat Cheese and Sweet Peruvian Peppers drizzled with a White Balsamic,
Lemon and Basil Dressing (gf/v)
Slow Roasted Turkey stuffed with Cranberries and Caramelized Cipollini
Onions served with our Signature Stuffing, Dauphinoise Potatoes,
Maple Glazed Brussel Sprouts and Roasted Root Vegetables
Red Velvet Cake with Fresh Berries and Vanilla Cream
Coffee, Tea and Decaffeinated Coffee
$75.00 Per Person
(Minimum 40 Persons)
Vegetarian Option:
Caramelized Mushrooms and Pearl Onions with Roasted Butternut
Squash and Chickpeas in a Bourguignon Sauce Stuffed in a Grilled
Eggplant topped with Grilled Tofu (gf/df/v/v+)
$75.00 Per Person
Prime Rib Option:
AAA Prime Rib au Jus, Dauphinoise Potato, Maple Glazed Brussel
Sprouts and Roasted Root Vegetables
$90.00 Per Person
In the event that any of the guests in your group has a food allergy, we require the meeting planner or event host to inform us (one week in advance) and provide the names of the guests along with the nature of their allergies so that the necessary precautions can be taken when preparing their food. Upon advance request, we undertake to provide full information regarding the ingredients of any food served to your group.
It is not permissible for food and beverage, alcoholic or otherwise, to be purchased or brought in from off-site and served in the facility. Please contact a Sales Manager for further information on Celebration cakes, wine and candy bars.
Minimum for Catering is 10 people unless otherwise indicated.
The event was a success!! Thank you so much again for all your hard work. Looking forward to hosting our next event with you.
Excellent service, food was great. Everyone was impressed! Will definitely book again soon.
A note of thanks for all your help organizing our event. We were very happy with the service! Please share my thanks with the banquet staff, too!
Thank you to you and to all your staff for helping us have an event that is excellent and causes people to return year after year. Please give them our appreciation.
The group was happy with the food quality, including the vegan meal, and the room arrangement was perfect.
I just wanted to say thank you for the set up of the room and meeting all our needs. Everything was to our expectation!
We enjoyed the meeting – the food was good and the meeting room was exactly as needed.
Everything was great – the room was perfect (and comfortable), the food arrived on time and everything was cleared up very quickly following the meeting.
Everything was fantastic, the venue was perfect and the staff were accommodating. We will most likely continue to put this show on every year going forward. I look forward to doing business again in the future.
The event was a success and what a lovely venue to hold our class. The staff was very attentive to any questions or requests that we had and took care of us well.
Overall it was great. The room was perfect and the service and quality of food were very high. So thank you very much for your help in making our event a success and we look forward to hopefully another seminar at your venue in the Fall.
Our session went off without a single hitch, and my management is super happy, so it was a success on all fronts.
It was really wonderful. The food was great, the organization was great, I couldn’t have asked for anything better.
Everything was beyond excellent! We have had so many raving about the service and how quick and efficient everyone was. The food was great and everything looked good! We have only positive things to say! A huge thank you!
Our pros know the devil’s in the details. Get in touch for a customized quote from one of our sales managers today.
Deliveries
Delivery of materials can only be accepted 24 hours prior to the function set-up day. All deliveries must be clearly labeled with the name and date of the function, name of meeting room and Sales Manager (see shipping label) . All items must be removed from the Conference Centre within 24 hours after the end of the event. The Ottawa Conference and Event Centre will not be responsible for items left on the premises after 24 hours. Daily cartage and storage fees will apply. A Delivery schedule should be provided one week prior to the scheduled event.
Set up
One set up per room based on contract. All items below are provided complimentary.
Audio Visual Supplier
On site experts will customize and manage your technical requirements. Preferred AV supplier is ADVANTAGE AV. 613-737-9200 or sales@advantageav.com
Internet
Guest Access Network provided by Windswept. Internet access is complimentary for all guests.
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Originally from Toronto, Canadian born Chef Derek Ragnitz was lured into the culinary work when his passion for food and beverage was recognized at an early age. Leaving University to pursue his dream of becoming a world renowned Chef, he found himself at Ottawa's Algonquin College where he studied Culinary Arts. Once finished, he landed his first big opportunity at Ottawa's National Arts Centre (NAC), working under Executive Chef, Kurt Waldele, where he learned the demands and challenges of working in a high paced, large volume facility.
Like most talented Chefs, the passion manifested itself early on. A few years later, he moved on to work with Executive Chef Cory Hoskins at one of North America's most prestigious clubs, The Rideau Club. Through dedication, hard work, and with a vision, he later moved on to work in a hotel he had always dreamed of working in. The world famous Dorchester Hotel in London, England. There he worked as a senior Chef de Partie, overseeing all aspects of Banqueting and Catering.
It was here that Derek learned the skills and respect of creating a higher quality of cuisine, with a modern flair for large volume catering. Once back in Canada, Chef Derek Ragnitz continued his passion for cooking, working at many reputable restaurants and banqueting facilities, making him very diverse and knowledgeable in many different types of cuisine.
Derek caters to an immense variety of tastes, and the conference centre caters to international clients from around the world. Derek's culinary philosophy and passion reflects the growing trends towards a healthier and modern experience, with a focus on freshness.
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