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M E R RY C H R I S T M A S & A HAPPY NEW YEAR
FLAVO U R S
LUNCH OR DINNER FULL BUFFET MENU (Excluding Sunday lunches)
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Flavours Restaurant (subject to venue availability and number of guests). PRICE €27 per person including VAT for food only €35 per person including VAT for full buffet menu, welcome drink, half bottle of local still or sparkling water, half bottle of house white or red wine and freshly brewed coffee at the end of the meal MINIMUM NO. OF GUESTS 20 persons INCENTIVE 1 adult eats free with every 20 paying adults booked PACKAGE INCLUDES Christmas novelties, crackers, streamers, festive background music
CHRISTMAS EVE Á LA CARTE
FLAVOURS
SAMPLE MENU ANTIPASTI & MEZE An array of mezes, antipasti, tapas and salads served with chilled sauces and oils (V) (H) FROM THE SOUP KETTLE Caramelized cauliflower soup served with mature cheddar croutes (V) PASTA STATION Baked lumachoni with ricotta, basil, tomato sauce and melted provolone (V) Orecchiette with broccoli and chicken veloute CARVERY AND HOT STATION Baked sea bream rolls with prawn mousse and lime veloute Beef rib eye on the bone with rosemary jus Whole pork served with spiced apple chutney Leg of lamb stuffed with onion, apricots, thyme and merlot jus Glazed whole duck with honey and star anise accompanied with fruit compote Grilled aubergine, zucchini and tomato tian with fresh mozzarella (V) Broccoli, leek and ricotta tart (V) ACCOMPANIMENTS Panache of vegetables (V) Boiled new potatoes with garlic butter (V) Roast potatoes with sesame seeds (V) INTERNATIONAL CHEESEBOARD served with a selection of biscuits and accompaniments DESSERTS A selection of pastries, cakes and flans from the sweet table served with creams, sauces and coulis Seasonal fresh fruit
CHRISTMAS EVE Ă LA CARTE
FLAVOURS
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FLAVO U R S
S U N D AY L U N C H F U L L B U F F E T M E N U Flavours Restaurant (subject to venue availability and number of guests). 8
PRICE €33 per person including VAT for food only €39 per person including VAT for full buffet menu, welcome drink, half bottle of local still or sparkling water, half bottle of house white or red wine and freshly brewed coffee at the end of the meal INCENTIVE 1 adult eats free with every 20 paying adults booked PACKAGE INCLUDES Christmas novelties, crackers, streamers, festive background music
CHRISTMAS EVE BUFFET LUNCH
FLAVOURS
SAMPLE MENU ANTIPASTI An array of Mediterranean mezes, lavish antipasti, Italian salamis with homemade chutney, tapas, shellfish, natural and composed salads served with dressings and infused oils (V) SUSHI STATION A selection of sushi featuring a display of different nigiri and a selection of maki served with wasabi, soy and pickled ginger THE SOUP KETTLE Honey roasted parsnip soup with cheese croutons (V) Traditional fish soup MEDITERRANEAN STALL Parma ham in stand, salami Milano, salami Napoli, Spianata, Bresaola, Chorizo, Prosciutto cotto, braised pork belly, Maltese sausage, cheeselts, peppered cheeslets, vegetable pickles, sun dried tomatoes, mixed olives, tomato paste, ftira bread, grissini, galletti, flavoured oils and balsamic dressing PASTA STATION Raviolacci ricotta served with a tomato sauce and grated gruyere cheese (V) Garganelli with chorizo and mushroom cream Baked lasagne with pancetta and slow cooked beef ragout ETHNIC STATION Turkish style lamb stew, Middle Eastern stuffed breads, Chickpea falafel (V), Bulgur pilav (V), Arabic pepper stew (V) all served with pitta bread, cous cous, sauces and condiments ROTISSERIE CARVING STATION Poached snapper with braised fennel and chardonnay cream Grilled tuna with caper berry and cherry tomato salsa Beef rib eye on the bone with rosemary jus Roast leg of pork on the bone with star anise apple compote Slow cooked duck sautĂŠed with orange and green peppercorn jus Leek, broccoli and onion chutney strudel (V) Pizza fungi with fior di latte mozzarella (V) ACCOMPANIMENTS Roasted root vegetables with fresh thyme (V), Bouquetere of green vegetables (V), Douphinoise potatoes (V) Baked potatoes with fennel seeds and fresh rosemary (V) INTERNATIONAL CHEESEBOARD served with a selection of biscuits and accompaniments SELECTION OF TEMPTING DELIGHTS A selection of pastries, cakes and flans, creams, sauces, coulis and seasonal fresh fruit CHRISTMAS EVE BUFFET LUNCH
FLAVOURS
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AGLI O L IO F A M I LY S E RV I C E MENU 1 PRICE €26 per person including VAT Minimum no. of guests: 8pax PACKAGE INCLUDES Christmas novelties, crackers, streamers, festive background music
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INSALATA CAPRESE Fresh buffala mozzarella and tomatoes with basil and rucola, extra virgin olive oil and fresh pepper FRITTO MISTO Crispy calamari, prawns and snapper lightly floured served with garlic lemon aioli, seasoned with lemon salt GARGANELLI CON POLLO, FUNGHI E ASPARAGI Garganelli with smoked chicken thighs, mushrooms, asparagus and goat’s cheese cream
POLLO CON CREMA DI TARTUFO Half roasted chicken with peas, leeks and truffle cream FILETTO DI MAIALE CON PRUGNE E CREMA DI PORTO Pork fillet with Parma ham, prunes, apples and port cream PESCESPADA ALLA MESSINESE Swordfish grilled with tomatoes, olives, anchovies, herbs and chilli
TORTA DI BACIO Gianduja chocolate mousse set on a crunchy hazelnut base CHRISTMAS EVE BUFFET LUNCH
FLAVOURS
SET MENU 2 PRICE €29 per person including VAT Minimum no. of guests: 8pax PACKAGE INCLUDES Christmas novelties, crackers, streamers, festive background music
INSALATA PROSCIUTTO E GORGONZOLA Parma ham and gorgonzola salad with smoked and pickled apples, on rucola salad and hazelnut crumble or POLPETTE DI PESCE DEL MEDITERRANEO Mediterranean fish cakes set on roasted tomato and basil puree or RAVIOLI CON PECORINO AL FORNO Ravioli with pecorino, pine nuts, tomato sauce, fresh cream and mozzarella
STINCO D’AGNELLO BRASATO Braised lamb shank set on aubergines, silver onions and lentils or SALMONE AL FORNO Salmon crusted with dill, lemon and pine nuts, set on fresh leeks and tomatoes or CONTROFILLETO DI MANZO Char grilled beef sirloin served with Parmesan and rucola.
TORTA DI MELE Warm apple crumble with home-made vanilla ice-cream
CHRISTMAS EVE BUFFET LUNCH
FLAVOURS
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SET MENU 3 PRICE €32 per person including VAT Minimum no. of guests: 8pax PACKAGE INCLUDES Christmas novelties, crackers, streamers, festive background music
INSALATA DI PANCETTA Slow roasted pork belly served on orange marinated dates, roasted almonds and fresh crispy salad or CARPACCIO DI RANA PESCATRICE Monkfish carpaccio served with crispy chicken skin and speck drizzled with blood orange dressing or 12
RISOTTO CON ZUCCA CARCIOFI E RADICCHIO Risotto with pumpkin, artichokes and radicchio
PESCE DEL GIORNO Fresh fish of the day served on braised fennel, cherry tomatoes and spring onions or BISTECCA DI BUE Beef rib eye with roasted cherry tomatoes, finished with rosemary and garlic butter or BOCCONCINI DI POLLO AL MARSALA Pan fried chicken breast with pancetta and Marsala cream
DOLCI ASSAGI A trio of petit desserts
CHRISTMAS EVE BUFFET LUNCH
FLAVOURS
S WI Z ZLE S & ES SE NC E B AR
S TA N D U P R E C E P T I O N
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SWIZZLES AND ESSENCE BAR, ARE THE I D E A L V E N U E S F O R C O C K TA I L S , W I N E S A N D D R I N K S W H I L S T D A N C I N G I N TO T H E N I G H T. PRICE Reception Menu 20 Items at €25.00 per person including VAT MINIMUM NO. OF GUESTS 25pax
CHRISTMAS EVE BUFFET DINNER
SWIZZLES & ESSENCE
MENU Salmon tartar on a toasted crostina Caprese mini skewer Maltese style bridge rolls Feta cheese and black olive croissant Seasame asparagus wrapped in bresaola Emmenthal and leek gallette Prawn and rucola salad with tomato and dill vinaigrette Hoisin chicken, cos lettuce, cucumber and leek wrap Parma ham and pecorino focaccia Mini Calzone Porcini, thyme and brie bon bon Caramelized onion and blue cheese samosa Breaded chicken goujons, aioli sauce Pork fillet wrapped in pancetta, béarnaise sauce Lamb and chorizo empanadillas Salmon en croute Chicken satay, peanut dip Brochette of lamb SWEET ITEMS Assortment of fancy cakes Date fritters (Imqaret) Spice up your reception menus with additional specialty themed stalls PASTA STATION €5.00 per person Mushroom tortellini served with cream cheese and crispy bacon Garganelli with zucchini and prawn veloute PAELLA VALENCIANA STATION €5.00 per person Saffron rice with chicken, squid, chorizo, prawns, pork belly and mussels ETHNIC STALL €6.00 per person Chicken shawarma served with condiments, sauces and pitta bread Vegetable, meat and cheese stuffed traditional gozleme bread INDIAN STATION €6.00 per person Chicken tikka, beef madras, fish goan curry, pilaf rice, bombay potato and naan bread
CHRISTMAS EVE BUFFET DINNER
SWIZZLES & ESSENCE
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OPEN BAR OPTIONS OPEN BAR OPTION 1
House Red and White Wines, Local Beers, Soft Drinks and Juices Mixed Dry Nuts 1ST HOUR €8 per person ADDITIONAL HOURS €6 per person, per hour
OPEN BAR OPTION 2
International House-brand Spirits, House Red and White Wines, Local Beers, Soft Drinks and Juices (excluding Champagne and Energy Drinks) Mixed Dry Nuts 1ST HOUR €12 per person ADDITIONAL HOURS €7.50 per person, per hour
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CHRISTMAS EVE BUFFET DINNER
SWIZZLES & ESSENCE
B E V E R A G E PA C K A G E S Groups’ Beverage Packages (Ideal for Seated Lunches / Dinners)
BEVERAGE PACKAGE 1
€7.00 per person ½ Bottle of Moreda White or Red ½ Bottle of Local Still or Sparkling Water Freshly Brewed Coffee
BEVERAGE PACKAGE 2
€7.50 per person ½ Bottle of Palatino Chardonnay or Syrah ½ Bottle of Local Still or Sparkling Water Freshly Brewed Coffee
BEVERAGE PACKAGE 3
€8.50 per person ½ Bottle of Cielo Pinot Grigio or Bardolino ½ Bottle of Local Still or Sparkling Water Freshly Brewed Coffee
BEVERAGE PACKAGE 4
€10.50 per person ½ Bottle of Paul Jaboulet Aine, Paralelle 45 Cotes du Rhone Blanc or Cotes du Rhone Rouge ½ Bottle of Local Still or Sparkling Water Freshly Brewed Coffee
BEVERAGE PACKAGE 5
€8.50 per person ½ Bottle of Moreda White or Red ½ Bottle of Local Still or Sparkling Water 1 Soft Drink Freshly Brewed Coffee
BEVERAGE PACKAGE 6
€5.00 per person 1 glass of Wine or 1 Soft Drinks or 1 Beer ½ Bottle of Local Still or Sparkling Water Freshly Brewed Coffee
BEVERAGE PACKAGE 7 €5.00 per person 2 Beers or 2 Soft Drinks Freshly Brewed Coffee
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SWIZZLES & ESSENCE
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TERMS & CONDITIONS PAYMENTS A 25% deposit of the event will be required on confirmation. The final number of guests attending the event needs to be provided at least 24 hours beforehand; and charged according to the final number provided by client. In the event that no final number is provided, the hotel reserves the right to charge the original number proposed at quotation stage. A confirmation of an event must be advised in writing by the event organiser. A tentative booking not confirmed will be released after 7 days if no deposit is received. Should the revised number of guest attending vary substantially, the hotel reserves the right to re-allocate the event to a venue of an appropriate size. Remaining full payment to be settled on the day of event or as agreed.
Should you require any other information or personal assistance, please feel free to contact us at the Food & Beverage Department. It would be our pleasure to invite you at our property and discuss in more detail the Christmas event you wish to host for your members of staff.
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In order to avoid any disappointments, kindly contact us at your earliest convenience. Hope to hear from you soon. Thanking you in advance Best Wishes
The Food & Beverage Management Team Radisson BLU Resort & Spa Golden Sands Tel: (+356) 2356 1110 or (+356) 2356 1111 or (+356) 2356 1000 Fax: (+356) 2356 0001 Email: fb.goldensands@islandhotels.com