MOM EN T S CHRISTMAS AT MACDONALD PORTAL HOTEL GOLF & SPA
DATE
EVENT
PRICE (PER PERSON)
Throughout December 2018
Festive Afternoon Tea
£18.95
30th November 2018 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th 20th December 2018
Dance Through The Decades Party Nights - Castle Suite
From £40.00
30th November 2018 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th December 2018
“Inclusive” Disco Party Nights Premier Golf Club
£55.00 £65.00
Wednesday 19th December 2018
Senior Citizens Christmas Lunch
£19.95
Monday 24th - Wednesday 26th December 2018
Christmas Breaks
From £329.50 adult From £89.00 child
Sunday 9th, 16th December 2018
Sunday Lunch with Santa
£24.95 adult £12.95 child
Tuesday 25th December 2018
Christmas Day Lunch Ranulf Restaurant
£80.00 adult £40.00 child
Tuesday 25th December 2018
Christmas Day Family Carvery Castle Suite
£65.00 adult £32.50 child
Monday 31st December 2018
New Year’s Eve Celebration
£90.00 adults only From £189.00 with accommodation
Monday 31st December 2018
New Year’s Eve Family Party Premier Golf Club
£65.00 adult £32.50 child
Book on 0344 879 9082 or email specialevents.portal@macdonald-hotels.co.uk For terms and conditions of booking see www.MacdonaldHotels.co.uk/Portal
If you have any questions regarding our menu ingredients, or if you have a food allergy or intolerance, please speak to us and/or your server before you order your meal. All information and menus are correct at time of going to press. The Hotel reserves the right to make changes to the events and menu.
Dance Through The Decades Party Night Get ready to party! We present sparkling arrival drinks followed by a show stopping three course menu. After you have indulged in our fabulous feast, there is something for everyone as we dance “Through The Decades” to our floor filling disco, all the way past Midnight.
STARTERS
Chicken liver parfait terrine plum and apple chutney, toasted brioche Smoked salmon, creamed cheese and dill pickled cucumber, potato and horseradish crème fraîche White onion and chestnut soup Arran cheddar cheese croutons
MAINS
Turkey roulade, traditional trimmings turkey breast wrapped in prosciutto, filled with sage and onion stuffing, pigs in blankets, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and natural turkey gravy Roast fillet of Wild Atlantic hake cherry tomato, swede and pearl barley risotto Butternut squash, kale, harissa, feta strudel tomato chutney, seasonal vegetables and roast potatoes
DESSERTS
Traditional Christmas fruit pudding brandy sauce Chocolate and cherry delice black cherry and vanilla cream sauce Festive cheese plate Brie, Stilton, mature cheddar, biscuits, plum and apple chutney, grapes
Friday & Saturday - Dance Through The Decades Friday 30th November, Saturday 1st, Thursday 20th December £40.00 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th December £45.00; 7.30pm - 12.30am Add an overnight stay from £100.00 per room; Join a party or hire the room privately Book on 0344 879 9082 or email specialevents.portal@macdonald-hotels.co.uk
Inclusive Disco Party Night Premier Golf Club Inclusive bar nights at Portal. Followed by top tunes and festive hits. Start the evening with unlimited Bucks Fizz, followed by a fabulous three course menu with free-flowing wine and bottled beers throughout dinner. After dinner enjoy your favourite bands while the DJ takes the reigns to wind up the hottest party night of 2018! Friday 7th, 14th, Saturday 8th, 15th December £65.00 Friday 30th November £55.00, Saturday 1st December £55.00 View menu on Dance Through The Decades party page 7.30pm - 12.30am Dress Code: Smart casual Accommodation based on two people sharing from £100.00 bed and breakfast Terms and conditions apply Book on 0344 879 9082 or email specialevents.portal@macdonald-hotels.co.uk
Senior Citizens Christmas Lunch Get dressed up and get together with friends to celebrate the festive season, over a sumptuous, traditional three course meal at Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa. Enjoy warm and inviting surroundings whilst you catch up with friends old and new, followed by live entertainment courtesy of our resident cabaret act.
12.30pm Lunch served Wednesday 19th December ÂŁ19.95 per person Book on 0344 879 9082 or email specialevents.portal@macdonald-hotels.co.uk
Sunday Lunch with Santa Magic is in the air and Santa is on his way. Listen for the Ho! Ho! Ho! Our special three course Sunday lunch delivers a wonderful succulent roast to excite all taste buds, with a visit from Santa (and of course a little gift for our little VIP’s!)
Sunday 9th, 16th December £24.95 adult, £12.95 child aged four - twelve years. Children aged four years and under dine free when accompanied by a paying adult. Serving 12.30pm - 2.30pm Book on 0344 879 9082 or email specialevents.portal@macdonald-hotels.co.uk
Christmas Day Castle Suite An afternoon filled with joy. Toast family and friends as you gather over a glass of chilled Champagne or warm up from the winter chill with a traditional glass of mulled wine. All this, whilst enjoying luxury canapés, before we invite you to take your seats and enjoy a four course banquet, all prepared by our fantastically talented Chef Brigade.
Tuesday 25th December 12.30pm - 2.30pm £65.00 adult, £32.50 child aged four - twelve years Children aged under four dine free Book on 0344 879 9082 or email specialevents.portal@macdonald-hotels.co.uk
Christmas Day Menu Amuse bouche
STARTERS
Jerusalem artichoke and cep soup puy lentils and roasted chestnuts Confit duck, truffle and potato terrine celeriac remoulade, braised tender leeks Lobster and prawn cocktail melba toast with lemon, brandy and tarragon sauce Gruyere soufflé chive beurre blanc
Champagne sorbet
MAINS
Traditional roast British turkey slice of breast and leg, sage and onion stuffing, pigs in blankets, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and natural turkey gravy Poached wild halibut and caviar John Ross smoked salmon and savoy cabbage, parsnip purée, Parisienne potatoes Fillet of Scottish beef Wellington fondant potato, fine green beans, red wine jus Butternut squash and gorgonzola ravioli pickled walnuts and Parmesan crisps
DESSERTS
Traditional Christmas fruit pudding brandy sauce Rum baba, caramelised pineapple Chantilly cream Drambuie crème brûlée almond puff pastry straws Chocolate crémeux, Tonka bean ice cream yuzu, banana tuile
Optional cheese course £10 supplement
Tea or freshly filtered coffee and mince pies - Preorder required -
Christmas Day Lunch, Ranulf Restaurant A stylish lunch expertly cooked. Take your seats in the award-winning Ranulf Restaurant for a celebratory meal not to be forgotten. Begin in style with Champagne and canapés before sitting down to a delectable four course banquet. Tuesday 25th December £80.00 adult, £40.00 child 12.30pm - 2.30pm Menu available on request Book on 0344 879 9082 or email specialevents.portal@macdonald-hotels.co.uk
New Year’s Eve Celebration Welcome 2019 in impeccable taste. Nowhere throws a party quite like Macdonald Portal Hotel, Golf & Spa and 2018 is set to be our best yet. Sparkling drinks and canapés, a five course gala dinner, disco, Scottish piper, fireworks display and a glass of bubbles to welcome in the New Year. Monday 31st December Gala dinner only – £90.00 adult One night from Monday 31st December £189.00 per adult including the gala dinner and overnight stay Two nights from Sunday 30th December £319.00 per adult including the above and three course dinner on the first night Three nights from Sunday 30th December £359.00 per adult including the above and dinner on New Year’s Day 7.00pm - Arrival; 12.30am - Carriages; Dress Code - Black tie; Adults only Book on 0344 879 9082 or email specialevents.portal@macdonald-hotels.co.uk
Amuse bouche STARTERS
Cornish crab, oscietra caviar, pickled kohlrabi Granny smith apple vinaigrette Confit duck, smoked potato and truffle terrine sweet potato, toasted bread crumbs, buttermilk dressing Gin and Tonic Granitee
MAINS
Sirloin of Scottish beef potato crisp, Jerusalem artichoke, Scotched shallots Winter root and feta strudel braised puy lentils, tomato and chilli chutney
DESSERTS
Salted caramel tart Dulce de leche, cappuccino cream Arran Dairies honeycomb ice cream, crumble Clementine cheesecake pineapple and raisin salsa, white chocolate ice cream, chocolate soil Artisan cheese plate ÂŁ10 supplement 5 perfectly ripe artisan cheeses, house chutney, biscuits, grapes and celery Tea or fresh filtered coffee and truffles
New Year’s Eve Family Party Memories are made of this. We kick off the evening with cocktails and mocktails for all! Help yourselves to the magnificent buffet spread whilst the children’s entertainer and DJ create a lively atmosphere. Let our wonderful team serve up warm cookies and milk just before bedtime to close out 2018 whilst you toast in the New Year in style! Monday 31st December £65.00 adult, £32.50 child aged four to twelve years Children under four years dine free 7.00pm - 12.30am Accommodation available from £150.00 per room Book on 0344 879 9082 or email specialevents.portal@macdonald-hotels.co.uk
Christmas Breaks A getaway to celebrate the season. Packed with festive traditions and delicious food, book an indulgent short break over Christmas. In addition to our festive activities there are 360 acres, three golf courses and a fabulous spa to explore.
Monday 24th - Wednesday 26th December Two nights arriving Christmas Eve from £329.50 adult, £89.00 child Three nights from £409.00 adult £109.00 child Check-in 3.00pm, Check-out 11.00am Additional charge for spa treatments and golf Includes: Christmas Eve evening drinks reception and dinner, breakfast, Christmas Day family lunch with a visit from Santa and light evening buffet Book on 0344 879 9082 or email specialevents.portal@macdonald-hotels.co.uk
Festive Afternoon Tea With a seasonal twist. A delicious throwback to times gone by and a lovely way to get together when a catch up with friends is overdue.
FESTIVE FINGER SANDWICHES served on brioche, soda bread, with white and wholemeal bread Smoked turkey and cranberry Home cooked ham and honey mustard mayonnaise Cucumber, mint, cream cheese Brie and apple chutney Poached Scottish salmon, lemon crème fraîche and watercress MACDONALD BAKERY Sage and onion sausage rolls Freshly baked fruit and plain scones, Devonshire clotted cream and strawberry jam HOMEMADE CAKES AND PASTRIES T WINNING TEA AND HERBAL INFUSIONS SPECIALIT Y COFFEE
Available throughout December £18.95 per person 12.00 noon - 5.00pm Book on 0344 879 9082 or email specialevents.portal@macdonald-hotels.co.uk
It’s Time to Shine We have Christmas all wrapped up at the spa. From party prep treatments, stocking fillers to luxurious spa days, we’re experts in spa treats. Book your party prep or pre-Christmas spa days online at
www.MacdonaldHotels.co.uk/Spa Stop by the Spa to pick up our fabulous ELEMIS gift packs, be quick, they sell fast.
Gift Vouchers Super stocking fillers. Go on, treat someone special with a gift voucher for luxury accommodation, award-winning dining, a round of golf or an indulgence spa treat. With so much on offer this year at Macdonald Hotels & Resorts, you’re sure to find the perfect Christmas treat.
Purchase your gift vouchers online www.MacdonaldHotels.co.uk/Gifts or call central reservations team on 0344 879 9000
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