Venda Ravioli Catering
 Venda Ravioli has been long known for its delicious prepared foods available in the store on Federal Hill in Providence, Rhode Island. The beautiful platters of Italian specialties catch your eye as soon as you walk into this food emporium.
Venda Ravioli offers a full catering menu and services for private parties, large and small. Looking for something not on our list? Please let us know, we're more than happy to try and meet your requests.
All catering questions and requests should be directed to Chef Louis Forti, who is responsible for all the prepared foods at Venda Ravioli. He can be reached during the day at 401-421-9105.
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Antipasto
A savory assortment of Venda's finest Italian cold cuts with mixed olives, roasted peppers, sharp provolone, grape tomatoes, sliced cucumbers and marinated mushrooms all resting on top of a colorful combination of fresh mixed greens.
Small platter (for up to 10 guests)
Large platter (for up to 20 guests) |
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Garden Salad
A colorful combination of fresh mixed greens topped with onions, grape tomatoes and sliced cucumbers.
Small platter (for up to 10 guests)
Large platter (for up to 20 guests) |
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Grape Tomato and Mozzarella Salad
Fresh baby mozzarella and fresh grape tomatoes marinated in extra virgin olive oil, fresh basil and a hint of oregano.
Available by the pound |
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Cold Cut Tray
An impressive array of Venda's finest cold cuts: Genoa salami, capicola, mild provolone, soppressata, prosciutto and Boar's Head Brand ham. Substitutions or additions welcomed, although there will be an additional charge.
(Small and large sandwich rolls available upon request at an additional cost.)
Small tray (for up to 8 guests)
Large tray (for up to 25) |
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Relish Tray
Zesty collection of marinated mushrooms, roasted peppers, peperoncini, mixed olives, chickpea salad, cherry peppers stuffed with prosciuto and sharp provolone, mozzarella and grape tomato salad.
Small tray (for up to 8 guests)
Large tray (for up to 25 guests) |
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Vegetable Crudite
Impeccably fresh vegetables already cut up for individual servings: celery, grape tomatoes, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, red peppers and green peppers, served with buttermilk ranch dressing for dipping.
Small platter (for up to 12 guests)
Large platter (for up to 25 guests) |
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International Cheeses and Olives
Two-year-old Cheddar, Provolone (domestic), Pepperjack and Baby Swiss cheeses accompanied by Venda's own mixed olives.
Small tray (for up to 12 guests)
Large tray (for up to 45 guests) |
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Imported Cheeses and Olives
Fontanella, Fiore di Sardinia, Red Pepper Rustico, Goat and Gouda cheeses beautifully presented with white and green seedless grapes.
Small tray (for up to 12 guests)
Large tray (for up to 45 guests) |
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Calzone Platters
The Italian Cold Cut Calzones are filled with provolone, salami, capicola, pepperoni, prosciutto cotto and soppressata.
Our calzones are spectacular, stuffed with generous amounts of ingredients imported from Italy. Other calzones are available upon request --- Buffalo Chicken, Ham and Cheese, Sausage and Peppers, Meatball, Eggplant, Chicken Parmigiano, Broccoli and Cheese.
Calzone Platter (for up to 20 guests) |
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The Spinach Calzones are chock full of chopped spinach, shredded mozzarella, sliced black olives and sauteed garlic.
Calzone Platter (for up to 20 guests) |
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Shrimp Cocktail Platter
Perfectly cooked shrimp, chilled and served with fresh lemon wedges and a tangy cocktail sauce for dipping.
Small platter (for up to 20 guests)
Large platter (for up tp 40 guests) |
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Scallops and Bacon Appetizers
A classic hors d'oeuvres, these sea scallops are wrapped in hickory smoked bacon.
60 appetizers (for up to 30 guests) |
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Eggplant Parmigiano
Fresh eggplant wheels are breaded and baked (not fried), then topped with Venda's famous marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella.
Available by the pound |
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Broccoli Rabe
An Italian delicacy, fresh broccoli rabe is prepared according to Venda's secret recipe.
Available by the pound |
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Stuffed Mushrooms
Crab meat mixed with sweet Vidalia onions, celery, shredded mozzarella cheese, Ritz crackers, white wine, butter and parsley to make the stuffing. Approximately 12 to16 mushrooms per pound.
Available by the pound |
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Stuffed Artichokes
Large fresh artichokes are sliced in half and stuffed with a mixture of pepperoni, mozzarella and Romano cheeses, olives, onions, celery and Venda's own breadcrumbs.
Available by the pound |
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Stuffed Artichokes Hearts
Crab meat is mixed with sweet Vidalia onions, celery, shredded mozzarella cheese, Ritz crackers, white wine, butter and parsley to make the stuffing. Approximately 8 to 12 artichoke hearts per pound.
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Stuffed Peppers
Bright red peppers are stuffed with a mixture of pepperoni, mozzarella and Romano cheeses, olives, onions, celery and Venda's own bread crumbs. These always fresh peppers are large so plan on 1/2 pepper per person.
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Arancini (Rice Balls)
A classic dish from Sicily. Arborio rice is cooked to perfection and mixed with Romano cheese, mozzarella and prosciutto di Parma, then formed into generous balls. The rice balls are coated lightly with breadcrumbs and pan-fried until golden brown.
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Lasagna
Our unique lasagna is made with Venda's own pasta sheets, marinara sauce, and a medley of Italian cheeses: Romano, mozzarella and ricotta. We offer your choice of a strictly cheese lasagna or a meat lasagna that contains layers of sliced meatballs.
Available by the pound |
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Mama's Meatballs
From our own meat department, we use the freshest ground beef to make our famous meatballs, mixed with fresh garlic, fresh parsley, Romano cheese, eggs and our very own breadcrumbs.
Available by the pound |
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Chicken Cutlets
Our tender, golden brown chicken cutlets are the best around! They are always pan-fried, never deep-fried, in the authentic Old World style. We offer these cutlets plain or topped with marinara sauce and Parmigiano cheese for a traditional Chicken Parmigiano.
Available by the pound |
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Chicken Marsala
Another classic dish from Sicily. Our chef cuts fresh chicken breasts into pieces, then sautees the chicken with Marsala wine and button mushrooms until perfectly cooked.
Available by the pound |
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Chicken Wings, Italian-Style
You haven't had great chicken wings until you've had them the way our chef prepares them in his special style. The meaty wings are flavored with extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, fresh rosemary, fresh lemon juice, red pepper flakes and parsley.
Other styles available:
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