Food Question

[DisneyNyBride]

I've seen a number of threads were people have said they had a potato martini bar. My planner is trying to fnd a picture of one to show me. Does anyone have a picture they can post? Sounds very cool!

 

[Janet2k]

I've seen a number of threads were people have said they had a potato martini bar. My planner is trying to fnd a picture of one to show me.

DisneyNyBride, welcome to the Dis!

Until someone comes along to post their photos, I thought I'd do a quick search of the 'net to see what popped up. Here's what I found -- I hope it helps.

Click here for photo to following description:

Martini Mashed Potato Bar served in elegant martini glasses
wasabi and traditional mashed potato
Vegetarian or Meat Chili
Asian Stir Fried Veggies
Sour cream
Shredded Cheese
crispy bacon
Jalapenos

Here is someone else's description & photos: "This was the topping set up for the martini mashed potato bar. People are still talking about it. It was so good!" Click here for photo. And click here to see photo of someone "piping potato into the martini glasses."

Lastly, here's a small description of what one caterer offers: "Mashed Potato Bar With The Works (condiments such as caviar, green onions, bacon, pico de gallo and more!)". If you click here, the last photo on the webpage shows martini glasses with mashed potatoes & toppings in them.

Hopefully, someone will come along soon to post photos of what was done at their event.

 

[Janet2k]

Believe it or not, I was just on the Idaho Potato official website (yes, it really does exist!). Here is a list of what they suggest for a mashed potato martini bar:

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Mashed Potato Bar:

This appetizer is from a catering company. Guests fill a martini glass with homemade Mashed Idaho® Russet Potatoes, and then add toppings to it as they choose. The following is a list of toppings that can be made available.

INGREDIENTS:

Favorite Toppings:

Sour Cream
Chopped Scallions
Black Caviar
Sautéed Wild Mushrooms
Olive Tapenade
Crumbled Hickory Bacon
Finely Shredded Cheese
Steamed Broccoli
Garlic Sautéed Rock Shrimp
Whipped Butter
Sautéed Turkey Sausage with Cranberries and Sage
Hearty Basil Pesto
Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash
Caramelized Onions
Spicy Duck Sausage with Cilantro and spices
Artichoke Hearts
Freshly Grated Parmesan
Chopped tomato Salsa with Capers, Basil and Cilantro
Crumbled Gorgonzola
Sundried Tomatoes
Julienne of Rosemary Chicken
Caramelized Jewel Colored Peppers
Sweet Italian Chicken Sausage
Crisp Potato Ribbons
Roasted Japanese Eggplant Silvers
Onion Confit
Poached Lobster
Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
Jalapenos
Norwegian Smoked Salmon
Hearts of Palm
Grilled Tri-Tip Sliced Thin
Horseradish Crème
Onion Crisps
Country Gravy
Salt and pepper
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Click here to see a photo.

 

[Janet2k]

Here are two "after" photos: click here and click here. Looks yummy.

EDITED TO ADD:

From the DIY Network website (click here):

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Mashed Potato Martini Bar Set-Up

Materials --

2 finished glass pane presentation trays
Martini glasses for each guest
Small glass bowls
Small spoons

1. Line the martini glasses up along the ledge, or your serving area.
2. Place four small glass bowls on each of two finished glass pane presentation trays.
3. Place the potato toppings in the bowls along with a spoon.
   
   
   

Note: The unique toppings on the show included: caviar, roasted red pepper tapenade, sun-dried tomato cream and pesto sauce.

Expert Tip: Mashed Potato Bars are a great way to be user friendly with your guests. Everybody can play with it, be interactive and make their own mashed potatoes.
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[caryndisneydiva]

i had the potato martini bar, but can't find pics of them...it was a real hit with our guests, everyone loved it!

we had yukon gold, sweet potatoes and purple peruvian potatoes with lots of different sides.

it was $13/pp and i thought it was the coolest thing we did!

 

[DisneyNyBride]

Thank you all for sending the information! It looks delicious!!! I never would have even thought of mashed potatoes.

Caryn, may I ask, did you use the potato bar for reception or pre-reception?

 

[caryndisneydiva]

i used it for my reception!

 

[Mrsdisneyb2b]

wow that is such an awesome idea...but we will be having abrunch.. wonder if they would like it at the dessert party haha

 

[caryndisneydiva]

i did mine for a brunch!

 

[pixie2416]

This was served as an appetizer at our company Christmas party and it was a huge hit. Who doesn't love mashed potatoes!

 

[BaBeeCee14]

Quick question - If I'm having a plated dinner, can I still have the mashed potatoe bar during my reception? Or is it only a buffet thing? It sounds so cool!