Light Up The Night Buffet at The Riverside Hotel

Celebrate the holiday season at Light Up The Night on November 29th, featuring passed appetizers, a buffet dinner, live music by Ben Burdick, and a champagne toast before we flip the switch on the Riverside's 2024 Christmas lights!

After the lighting ceremony, step outside (weather permitting) for a festive photo op among the dazzling holiday displays.

6:30 PM – Cocktails and passed hors d'oeuvres
7:00 - 8:00 PM – Dinner Buffet
8:00 PM – Riverside Holiday Lights & Champagne Toast
8:15 - 9:00 PM – Dessert

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PASSED HORS D'OEUVRES

Coconut Shrimp
on Mango Rice

Meatballs
with Pomodoro Sauce

Caprese Salad on a Cheese Crisp
(V)

Tempura Chicken Bites
with Pomegranate Sauce

Herbed Cheese and Candied Nut Phyllo Cups
(V)

Cucumber Wheels
(V, GF)

Falafel
with Mint and Fire-Roasted Pepper Sauce (VG)

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·Southern Fried Chicken Breast
with Peppercorn Gravy

Whole Salmon Filet
with Lemon Caper Cream Sauce (GF)

Roasted Lamb
in a Rich Tomato Demi-Glace (GF)

Roasted Brisket
Slow-roasted brisket served with au jus, horseradish, bacon jam, and BBQ sauce

Mushroom Wellington
A blend of mushrooms, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and oats, wrapped in a spinach crepe and baked in puff pastry (VG)

Parmesan and Garlic Pepper Mashed Potatoes
(GF)

Rice Pilaf
(VG, GF)

Brussels Sprouts
with Bacon and Pepper Jam (GF)

Roasted Root Vegetables
(VG, GF)

Vegetable Tray
Assortment of roasted, pickled, and raw vegetables with hummus, ranch, and tapenade dips (VG, GF)

Cheese and Fruit Tray
Assorted cheeses with sliced fruits and berries (V, GF)

Tossed Salad
Mixed greens, iceberg lettuce, romaine, and arugula, served with shredded carrots, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and parmesan cheese on the side (VG, GF)

Pasta Salad
Orzo pasta tossed with pesto, sunflower seeds, tomatoes, olives, diced red onions, freeze-dried corn, and parsley (VG)

Assorted Dinner Rolls

DESSERT

Mini Éclairs

Cream Puffs

Filled Chocolates

Mousses

Mini Cheesecakes

Cookies

Packages start at $249 + tax & fees and include a standard room for two, a buffet dinner with live music by Ben Burdick, a champagne toast, and breakfast for two the next morning at The Riverside Grill.

Additional adults and children over 13 can be added for $75 each, children 6-12 can be added for $38, and children under 6 join for free. Prices are subject to applicable taxes. It’s a festive occasion for all ages to enjoy!

To book, call the Riverside Hotel front desk at 208-343-1871 and ask for the LIGHT package.

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