EXCELLENCE
High Gastronomy • Signature • Elevated
Excellence represents the highest expression of Ricarda’s culinary philosophy.
This experience is built around refined techniques, premium ingredients, and elegant presentation, where every course is carefully composed and executed with precision. A true fine-dining experience, guided by the Chef’s vision and designed to impress even the most discerning guests.
The Dining Experience
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Chef-driven, elevated menus
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Premium ingredients and refined techniques
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Elegant, restaurant-level plating
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A curated, immersive dining experience
Primarily offered as a plated dinner,
with curated menus and refined service flow.
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EXCELLENCE MENU
Seafood + Oyster Bar
Canadian East +
West Coast Raw Oysters
served with champagne mignonette, tabasco,
lemon, sherry vinegar
Baked Oysters
chorizo butter
Shrimp Cocktail
Tuna Tartare
Pan Seared Bay Scallops
celery, sicilian olives
Oyster Station is available
with a minimum order of 100
Street Food
Yakitori Grill
Yakitori is a Japanese preparation involving skewering types of protein, traditionally using a portable charcoal grill.
Skewer Options:
chicken satay with peanut butter
miso shrimp
marinated shawarma beef
Charcuterie Station
cured local meat + game: beef bresaola, prosciutto, coppa,
hot calabrese, saucisson
house made mustard
pickles
bread + crostini
Cheese
Station
canadian + imported firm,
soft + blue cheeses,
featuring a sampling of cows,
sheep + goats milk.
dried fruit
house made jam
bread + crostini
LIVE ACTION STATIONS
FROM THE GARDEN
Green Pea Lemon Risotto
asparagus, sea asparagus,
tomato confit
Caprese Ravioli
basil, sundried tomato, parmesan, spinach, niçoise olives, ricotta sauce
Wild Mushroom Risotto
black truffle oil, parsley, pecorino
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FROM THE FARM
Grilled Rosemary Ontario Flat Iron Steak
garlic cream potato, piquillo salsa (NF, GF)
Grain Crusted Beef Short Ribs
cauliflower puree, porchetta, wild mushroom,
spinach, pinot noir jus (NF, GF)
Red Curry Farm Chicken
ginger, coriander, zucchini, cauliflower,
scented rice (NF, GF, DF)
Shawarma Chicken Supreme
smoked eggplant purée,
scented couscous quinoa, spiced jus (NF, GF)
FROM THE SEA
Maple-Mustard Atlantic Canadian Salmon
saffron fregola, spinach, braised leeks,
capers + sunflower seed salsa
Shrimp Green Curry
kaffir lime, basil-pineapple rice,
coconut milk
Lemon-Rosemary Crusted Halibut
bell pepper compote, kale, gnocchi,
olive salsa
DESSERT STATIONS
Ice Cream Donuts
selection of topping + glazes
choice of 2 ice cream flavours:
chocolate moose tracks, madagascar vanilla, strawberry cheesecake, smores,
peanut butter pie, tiramisu
Classic Sweet Table
lemon meringue tart, cupcake, tiramisu,
white chocolate cheesecake,
chocolate brownie, cookies,
chocolate avocado cake (V)
CANAPÉS
From the Land
Basil Bocconcini Pearl Skewers | Ripened Tomatoes
Grilled Compressed Watermelon | Feta Snowflakes | Aged Balsamic
Zucchini | Eggplant | Capers | Black Olives | Aged Parmesan | Sesame Cones
Truffle Mushroom Arancini | Herb Aioli
Crispy Cauliflower | Smoked Paprika | Lime Aioli | Sun-Dried Tomato Butter
Mango Coriander Rolls | Hoisin | Crispy Shallots
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From the Farm
Braised Beef Short Ribs | Brioche Toast
Cilantro Beef | Fried Pepperoncini
Niagara Bresaola Ham | Basil Goat Cheese | Rosemary Crostini
Maple Foie Gras Terrine | Toast
Orange Miso Balsamic Crispy Chicken | Sesame Seed
Miso Crispy Pork Belly | Apple Compote
Wagyu Gyoza | Kimchi Relish | Green Onion
Mini BBQ Pulled Pork Steamed Buns
Beef Tartare | Crispy Parmesan Polenta | Balsamic Glaze
From the Sea
Cod Fritters | Spicy Aioli
Tuna Tartare | Wasabi | Avocado | Sesame Cones
Smoked Salmon | Capers | Chive | Cream Cheese | Pretzel Chips
Shrimp Fritto Misto
Furikake Salmon Tataki | Fried Rice | Sriracha Aioli
Smoked Bay Scallops | Cauliflower | Potato Chips
3-Course Dinner
SOUP
Roasted Tomato + Fennel Bisque
goat cheese, fennel pollen
Charred Cumin Cauliflower Velouté
spiced oil
Wild Mushroom
almond milk, truffle oil
SALAD
Grilled Watermelon
arugula, radicchio, feta, pomegranate,
cherry tomato, cucumber,
charred avocado vinaigrette
Baby Romaine
shaved parmesan, brioche croutons,
bacon, garlic-lemon dressing
Field Greens
hummus, heirloom carrot, radish, grapes,
fried chickpeas, tomato, goat cheese crumble,
spicy pepitas, champagne vinaigrette
Heirloom Tomato
fresh baby basil, mozzarella foam,
red onion, shaved pecorino, sherry vinaigrette
APPETIZER
Pan Seared Diver Scallops
caramelized cauliflower mousseline,
caper-golden raisin salsa, celery heart salad
Smoked Salmon
baby beets, crumbled goat cheese yogurt,
aged balsamic, pickled shimeji mushrooms,
field greens, toasted pistachios
Yellow Tuna Carpaccio
lemon, caponata jam, capers,
niçoise olives, micro basil,
shaved parmesan, aged balsamic
ENTRÉES
FROM THE GARDEN
Grilled Tomato + Asiago Raviolini
cured kalamata olives, rapini, pistachio
Wild Mushroom Carnaroli Risotto
truffle oil mascarpone, aged balsamic, parmesan, hibiscus sea salt
Fried Eggplant + Cauliflower Parmigiana
baby basil, olives, capers, tomato vinaigrette
FROM THE FARM
Shawarma Chicken Supreme
smoked eggplant purée,
scented couscous + quinoa, five spice jus
Braised Boneless Beef Short Rib
sweet potato foam, heirloom carrot,
honey mushroom, braised kale,
tonka beans jus
Sea Salt + Black Pepper Basted
Beef Tenderloin
yukon gold confit potato, baby carrot,
caramelized cipollini onion,
oyster mushroom, barolo jus
Pistachio Crusted Ontario Lamb Chops
creamy goat cheese polenta,
provençale ratatouille, black olive jus
Maple Jerk Chicken
fregola, green onion, leek, heirloom carrot
FROM THE SEA
Pan Seared Chermoula Seabass
charred cauliflower foam, oyster mushroom, spinach, green olive & raisin salsa
Miso Glazed Black Cod
sesame bok choy, jasmine rice cake,
carrot-ginger mousseline
Herbes De Provence Wild Halibut
green asparagus, sun-dried tomato,
quinoa, romesco sauce
Grainy Mustard Arctic Char
fennel - leek compote, kale,
lemon rapini, smoked jus
ADDITIONAL COURSE OPTIONS
Spicy Paccheri
pomodoro, vodka, preserved chili,
parmesan cream, ‘nduja, basil sprout
Butternut Squash Bauletti
beef short rib ragout, grilled kale,
aged parmesan
Miso Orecchiette
wild mushroom, lime, spinach, pecorino
DESSERTS
Ricarda's Tiramisu
Mango + Lime Fruit Tart
toasted meringue,
torta della nonna ice cream
Salted Caramel Milk Chocolate Tart
triple sec cream, roasted pecans,
bourbon butter ice cream
Passion Fruit Cheesecake
hazelnut crumble,
white chocolate + lime creamaux
