Private Event Menus
Set atop the third floor of the Princeton University Art Museum
Mosaic is shaped by creativity and guided by purpose. Every detail is intentional. Seasonal ingredients, sustainable choices, and the work of artisans define the experience. Each maker was chosen for their story, for the way their craft brings both function and beauty to the table. Like its namesake, every element at Mosaic is thoughtfully placed to form a larger composition that extends the Museum experience. Our hospitality celebrates creativity and connection, where culinary expression meets design. What feels effortless is built on care, creating experiences to be savored in the moment and remembered beyond it.
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Private Event Menus
Available after hours and all day Tuesday & Wednesday
Member reservation policy: The exclusive opportunity to hold an event in the Museum is reserved for our members. For more information about special events, please contact museumevents@princeton.edu.
- $3,000 food & beverage minimum per event
- Bar packages available
- Alcohol purchases limited to Prospect House Association and Museum members and their guests.
- 20% gratuity and additional administrative fees
Offerings
cocktail receptions
One Hour | $90 per guest
three hors d’oeuvres and grazing table
Two Hours | $118 per guest
six hors d’oeuvres, grazing table, and one sweet board
Cocktail Reception & Seated Dinner | $125 per guest
includes 30 minutes of passed hors d’oeuvres (three selections) and classic pre-fixe menu
classic menu | $105 per guest
choice of three-course dinner or buffet
THREE COURSES
one appetizer, two entrèes, dessert, plus breadbasket and coffee and tea service
upgraded menu | $120 per guest
THREE COURSES
two appetizers, three entrèes, dessert, plus breadbasket and coffee and tea service
We are happy to customize your experience; please consult with your catering representative regarding personalized menu options and à la carte station pricing.
Cocktail Reception Options
Shrimp Croquette
apple and saffron jam
Crab Mac N Cheese
lemon breadcrumbs
Salmon Fritter
arugula, lemon aioli
Cured Ahi Tuna Crudo
sweet chili, soy
Hamachi Tartare
arugula and lemon aioli, crostini
Seared Tuna Skewers
dukkah, harissa mayo
Chorizo Stuffed Dates
Mini Chicago Braised Beef Hoagie
Beef Sirloin Satay
parsnip teriyaki sauce
Sticky Garlic Short Ribs
gingered sushi rice
Ginger Chicken Arancini
scallion relish
Chicken Pesto Meatballs
Chicken Empanada
fire roasted vegetables, red pepper sauce
Mini Chicken Tinga Tacos
cranberry salsa
Celery (V)
coconut, peanut puree, garlic chips
Polenta Cake (V)
dried cranberry chutney
Roasted Baby Carrots (VG)
local honey, cumin, parsley salsa
Pear and Raspberry Butter, Brie (VG)
crostini
Crudités Board
pickled cauliflower, cucumbers, heirloom cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, caramelized onion dip, parsnip hummus, cauliflower caesar dip
Cheese Board
grana podana, local cherry grove farm cheese, whipped ricotta, drunken goat cheese, fruitwood orchard honey, marcona almonds, dried fruits, fig jam
Bread Board
assortment of crispy flat breads, angel pita bread, bread sticks, miso apple butter, almond romesco sauce, calabrain chili and garlic oil
Crab Cake Sliders
old bay mayo, lettuce and tomato
Braised Beef Tacos
pickled shallots, spicy mayo
Shrimp Parm Toast
Roasted Pumpkin, Ccranberry Chutney, Polenta Cake (VG)
Stuffed Sweet Peppers (VG)
ginger rice, soy glaze
enhance your cocktail reception or dinner with one of our signature boards (each board serves up to 35 guests)
Sweet Board | $350
pumpkin pie tart, spiced whipped cream, chocolate pecan tart, apple pie cupcake, vegan espresso shortbread
Assorted Salumi & House Pickled Vegetables | $300
soppressata, capicola, prosciutto, pickled cucumbers, pickled chilis, pickled cauliflower
Breads & Butter Board | $175
toast points, baguette, herb and garlic butter, smoked tomato butter, local honey butter
House Fried Tortillas Board (V) | $175
salsa roja, salsa macha, yuzu guacamole
$22 per guest (minimum of 30 guests)
Strawberry Curd Tart
citrus mascarpone
Vegan Fruit Tarts (V)
passion fruit curd
Corn Flake Cookies
Key Lime Pie Cookies
Chocolate Raspberry Brownies
Three Course Menu Options
Roasted Beet Salad (VG)
shaved carrots, almonds, frisee, blackberries, whipped brie, citrus vinaigrette
Roasted Parsnips, Delicata Squash (V)
rolling hills farm greens, pumpkin seeds, pomegranates, calabrian chili vinaigrette
Eagle Road Farm Baby Gem Caesar
parmigiano reggiano, brown butter crumbs, miso caesar dressing
Roasted Cauliflower (V)
chermoula, pomegranate mint salsa, pickled cauliflower, mustard frills
Halibut
parsnips 3 ways, parsnip ginger puree, coconut braised parsnips, pickled parsnips
Pan Roasted Salmon
delicata squash, charred radicchio, squash mole
Griggstown Farm Chicken Breast
beluga lentils, frisbee, apple, cranberry chutney
Forbidden Black Rice Risotto (VG)
pickled beets, butternut squash, cherry heirloom tomatoes
Jerk Spiced Sweet Potato
coconut yogurt crema, pickled ginger, frisee, pepitas, black garlic
Braised Beef Short Rib
roasted & pickled carrots, guiness cheddar polenta
Caramel Panna Cotta
caramel mousse, apple compote, spice cake
Chocolate & Cherries
cocoa sponge cake, spiced cherries, vanilla bean cremeux
Pumpkin Cheesecake Dome
cheesecake ice cream, pumpkin cake, salted caramel
Olive Oil Cake
poached pear, brown butter crumble, whipped mascarpone
Chocolate Hazelnut Tart
crème fraiche, hazelnut praline, cocoa nib crunch
Includes: Dinner Rolls & Butter, Coffee & Tea Service
Buffet
Roasted Beet Salad (V)
macerated blackberries, figs, herbs, rolling hills farm greens, toasted pumpkin seeds, citrus vinaigrette
Couscous Salad (V)
roasted local squashes, dried cranberries, pecans, sherry viniagrette
Swiss Chard, Cherry Tomatoes, Cauliflower (V)
almonds, cherry vinaigrette
Roasted Griggstown Chicken Breast
herb de provence, celeriac, pumpkin polenta, sage and maple jus
Herb-Crusted Salmon
charred romanesco, fingerling potatoes, beer and mustard cream
Spaghetti, Roasted Maitake Mushrooms (VG)
cherry heirloom tomatoes, dashi brown butter
Charred Eggplant (V)
squash hummus, chickpea and parsley salad, roasted cherry tomatoes, pomegranates
Includes: Dinner Rolls & Butter, Chef Selection Mini Pastries, Mosaic Fruit Platter, Coffee & Tea Service
<em>holiday specials Nov 30–Dec 24</em>
Stuffing Poppers
roasted chicken, mashed potato, sage gravy dipping sauce
Fried Brussel Sprouts
apricot glaze
Onion Toast
red wine, rosemary, crostini
Baked Sausage Stuffing Cups
roasted garlic crema
Sweet Potato Skewers
cinnamon, brown sugar
Glazed Ham
fruitwood orchards honey, crostini
Turkey Meatball Sliders
cranberry jam
Roasted Parsnip Tostada
ginger soy glaze
Cheese Board
whipped brie, honey, black pepper, parmgiano reggiano, calabrian chili, rosemary farmer’s cheese, cranberry, rosemary, pecan crusted goat cheese grapes, figs, dried fruits, nuts
Parmesan Leak Pastry (VG)
Crudite Board
radish, cauliflower, cherry tomato, cucumber, celery, heirloom carrots, parsnip & ginger dip, balsamic onion jam, chestnut romesco
Charcuterie Board
selection of cured meat, grainy mustard, cornichons, olives, crostini
Bread Board
cranberry chutney, stracciatella with tomato, basil jam, mulled wine butter, rosemary, garlic olive oil
candy cane chocolate ganache tarts, pumpkin spice budino, eggnog custard graham cracker tart, ginger spiced cupcakes (VG)