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Excitement was in the air for the premiere of American Idol Season 13 featuring the new lineup of Harry Connick Jr., Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban.
Read more event coverage in this Hollywood Reporter cover story:
The Menu for this star studded event included:
TRAY PASSED
Chicken Satay on Bamboo with Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Miso Glazed Ahi Tuna on Won Ton Crisp with Wasabi Cream
Coconut Shrimp with Spicy Plum Orange Dip
Crispy Potato Cakes with Cranberry Chutney and Crème Fraiche
Tomato Caprese Melts with Basil Pesto
Buffet
Chianti Braised Beef Short Ribs on Bamboo
with Pearl Onions and Sauteed Mushrooms
Mini Parmesan Chicken with Blistered Tomatoes
Gnocchi with Fresh Peas and Creamy Sage Sauce
In Individual Containers
Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Parsnips and Onions
with Spiced Apricot Glaze
Grilled Flat Iron Steak
with Creamy Whole Grain Maple Mustard Sauce
Rosemary Chicken
and Mini Chicken Dumplings
Sweet Corn Casserole
In Individual Containers
with Anaheim Chilies, Cheddar Cheese and Scallions
Vegetable Chili with Cheddar Cheese Cornbread Caps
In Individual Containers
DESSERTS
Cherry Cotton Candy and Blueberry Cotton Candy
Mini Strawberry Shortcakes
Colorful Chocolate and Red Velvet Iced Bon Bons
Salty Caramel Cheesecake Cones