WEDDINGS
WELCOME The rest of your lives together begins where the stars of yesteryear stayed and played. The new Desert Conference Center and Riviera Ballroom features expansive floor to ceiling windowed walls, allowing natural daylight to brighten your walk to the alter. Gather amongst the mountains with majestic views of the San Jacinto skyline just beyond arms reach. Freshly manicured walkways present lush landscaping of true California desert flora. Weddings at the Riviera are anything but square. Featuring innovative cuisine and lavishly appointed accommodations, The Riviera is the ideal, pictureperfect backdrop for brides and grooms-to-be, offering picturesque outdoor venues as well as luxurious and contemporary indoor settings.
WEDDINGS & CATERED EVENTS On the biggest day of your life, surrounded by your closest friends and family, absorb in the joy of the day and leave the details to us. Palm Springs has ideal wedding weather and the new meeting and event space is the perfect backdrop, offering luxurious and contemporary indoor and outdoor weddings. Light your path to the alter in the ballroom, offering dramatic daylight displays through the floor to ceiling windows. Or, let nature set your stage in any of our lushly landscaped outdoor venue spaces. Say, “I do,� in style.
CEREMONIES & RECEPTIONS Our Wedding Offerings Include: • Blissful ceremony
• Outdoor Wexler Ceremony Garden Named after the notable Palm Springs midcentury architect, enclosed by ficus, mature citrus trees and flanked by water, this area provides the San Jacinto mountain range as your backdrop • Outdoor cocktail reception A winding path features lantern lit ficus trees. • Dinner and dancing Choose from our historic ballroom space or a beautiful outdoor venue
Wedding Ceremonies Include: • One hour outdoor garden rental or indoor ballroom rental* • Ceremony chairs for all guests
• Tables for ceremonial necessities
• One-hour rehearsal prior to wedding • Citrus water station
• Microphone with speaker for the Officiate *Pricing based upon number of attendees.
WEDDING VENUES The Riviera boasts more than 40,000 square feet of flexible space, including the historic Grand Ballroom El Dorado and Royal Ballrooms, as well as 24 lushly landscaped acres of outdoor courtyards, gardens and poolside terraces with scenic views of the San Jacinto Mountains. The Riviera offers a variety of wedding packages including garden and poolside ceremonies, ballroom receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal lunches and spa experiences, groomsmen golf outings and farewell brunches. Couples are assisted in all facets of wedding planning with The Riviera’s on-staff wedding specialists and catering team.
GRAND BALLROOM • 19,670 square foot ballroom
• Features a distinct oval configuration with a built in stage and nine dramatic sparkling crystal chandeliers
DESERT CONFERENCE CENTER BALLROOMS • El Dorado Ballroom offers 5,000 square feet of meeting space • Royal Ballroom offers 4,000 square feet of meeting space
INTIMATE INDOOR VENUES • Private dining room to accommodate intimate rehearsal dinners and exclusive dining for up to 24 guests • Circa 59 indoor and outdoor patio for up to 40 guests
OUTSIDE EVENT SPACE • 10,000 square feet of outdoor function space featuring courtyards, pools and multiple garden areas
GRAND BALLROOM
Stage
Grand Ballroom I
Grand Ballroom II
Grand Ballroom III
Salon I
Grand Ballroom IV
Salon II
Loby
Grand Ballroom I Grand Ballroom II Grand Ballroom III Grand Ballroom IV Salon I Salon II
Dimensions
Height
Sq. Ft.
Theater
90’ x 54’
17’
4,860
500
90’ x 30’
17’
2,700
400
Classroom Conference Rounds of 10 180 138
90’ x 30’
17’
2,700
400
138
90’ x 54’
17’
4,860
500
65’ x 35’
10’
2,275
130
65’ x 35’
10’
2,275
130
0 0
200 150
Reception 700 350
0
150
350
180
0
200
700
80
50
110
250
80
50
110
250
Capacities of the rooms may vary depending on function and set-up.
EL DORADO & ROYAL BALLROOMS Desert Conference Center (DCC)
Main Entry
El Dorado I
El Dorado II
El Dorado III
Terrace
Royal I Registration
El Dorado IV
Royal II
Pre-function Area
Royal III
Offices
Mercury
Dimensions
Height
Sq. Ft.
Theater
Classroom
Conference
Rounds of 10
Reception
El Dorado Ballroom
100’ x 50’
15
5,000
500
250
0
240
650
El Dorado I El Dorado II El Dorado III
50’ x 33’ 6” 50’ x 33’ 25’ x 33’ 6”
15’ 15’ 15’
1,675 1,650 837
150 150 90
100 100 36
40 40 25
80 80 40
240 235 120
El Dorado IV
25’ x 33’ 6”
15’
837
90
36
25
40
120
Royal Ballroom
80’ x 50
14’
4,000
360
180
0
180
570
Royal I
26’ 10” x 50’
14’
1,342
120
70
30
70
195
Royal II
26’ 4” x 50’
14’
1,317
120
70
30
70
190
Royal III
26’ 10” x 50’
14’
1,342
120
70
30
70
195
Capacities of the rooms may vary depending on function and set-up.
THE MONROE 95 per guest
Meal includes artisan rolls with butter, Aroma dakota-roast regular and decaffeinated coffee and hot tea. Wedding cake cutting fee included in menu price.
TOAST House Champagne
TRAY PASSED HORS D’ OEUVRES Choice of Three
Cold Tomato Basil Bruschetta
fresh mozzarella, aged balsamic, fleur de sel
Seasonal Gazpacho Soup Shooter Asian Chicken with Spicy Pesto Tart Whipped Goat Cheese BLT
Hot Crispy Beef Ravioli with Chile de Arbol Sauce Crispy Artichoke Hearts
local goat cheese stuffing, herbs
Pan Fried Pork Pot Stickers with Garlic Sauce Malaysian Chicken Satay peanut sauce
PLATED DINNER First Course
Entrées
Soup or Salad Choice of one for all guests
Choice of Two Pre-count due 14 days prior to event.
SOUPS
Eastern Spiced Braised Leg of Lamb
Brandied Lobster Bisque en Croute Heirloom Tomato Basil - seasonal asiago crostini
Chicken & Poblano Corn Chowder Roasted Wild Mushroom Soup Farmer’s Market Asparagus Cream Soup
faro and roasted root vegetables
Prosciutto Wrapped Organic Chicken mascarpone tart, thyme chicken jus, oven roasted vegetables
Seared Wild Salmon
spaetzle, heirloom tomatoes, shaved fennel and a lemon chive beurre blanc
Port Soaked Cherry Stuffed Pork Loin
creamy pecorino soft polenta, seasonal vegetables
or SALADS Crisp Romaine Caesar
shaved parmesan, garlic croutons
Steakhouse BLT Salad
iceberg wedge with buttermilk ranch dressing and blue cheese crumbles
Boston Bibb Lettuce, Maytag Cheese, Toasted Hazelnuts, Grilled Onions &Hazelnut Vinaigrette Arugula & Frisée with Poached Baby Pear
blue cheese, candied walnuts, and port wine vinaigrette
Free Range Chicken
organic butternut squash, spinach, pumpkin seeds, soy-brown butter
Vegetarian Grilled Vegetable Lasagna
shallot and garlic roasted tomato sauce
Smoked Asian Tofu
ginger stir-fry vegetables, buckwheat noodles, mushroom dashi sauce
Eggplant Parmigiano
basil pesto, fresh tomato sauce and garlic parsley sauce
Spinach Salad
mushrooms, caramelized onions, roasted tomatoes, chives and balsamic vinaigrette
Tried & True Salad
cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onions and white balsamic vinaigrette
Meal Selections to be confirmed 60 days prior to event. Prices subject to 23%service charge and current tax.
THE TAYLOR 115 per guest
Meal includes artisan rolls with butter, Aroma dakota-roast regular and decaffeinated coffee and hot tea. Wedding cake cutting fee included in menu price. Tableside wine service provided with house red and white varietals.
TOAST House Champagne
TRAY PASSED HORS D’ OEUVRES Cold
Choice of Three
Tomato Basil Bruschetta
fresh mozzarella, aged balsamic, fleur de sel
Seasonal Gazpacho Soup Shooter Asian Chicken with Spicy Pesto Tart Whipped Goat Cheese BLT Potato Galette
chives, crème fraîche, salmon rose
Port Poached Pear
gorgonzola, fresh tarragon
Pepper Seared Salmon
on rice cracker with yuzu aïoli
Seared Tuna Tartar
Hot Crispy Beef Ravioli
chile de arbol sauce
Crispy Artichoke Hearts
local goat cheese stuffing, herbs
Pan Fried Pork Pot Stickers garlic sauce
Malaysian Chicken Satay peanut sauce
Pancetta Wrapped Prawns Shrimp Croquettes
orange and horseradish
Bacon Wrapped Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates
wasabi cream, tobiko caviar on rice cracker
Baby Beet Salad
caramelized yogurt
Meal Selections to be confirmed 60 days prior to event. Prices subject to 23%service charge and current tax.
PLATED DINNER First Course
Entrées
Soup or Salad Choice of one for all guests
Choice of Two or One Duet Selection Pre-count due 14 days prior to event.
SOUPS
Eastern Spiced Braised Leg of Lamb faro and roasted root vegetables
Brandied Lobster Bisque en Croute
Prosciutto Wrapped Organic Chicken
Heirloom Tomato Basil - seasonal
mascarpone tart, thyme chicken jus, oven roasted vegetables
asiago crostini
Chicken & Poblano Corn Chowder
Seared Wild Salmon
spaetzle, heirloom tomatoes, shaved fennel and a lemon chive beurre blanc
Roasted Wild Mushroom Soup Farmer’s Market Asparagus Cream Soup
Port Soaked Cherry Stuffed Pork Loin
creamy pecorino soft polenta, seasonal vegetables
or
Free Range Chicken
SALADS
organic butternut squash, spinach, pumpkin seeds, soy-brown butter
Crisp Romaine Caesar
shaved parmesan, garlic croutons
Sliced Smoked New York Strip Steak
Steakhouse BLT Salad
cippolini onion, roasted mushrooms, aged cheddar mashed potatoes, red wine glaze
Boston Bibb Lettuce, Maytag Cheese, Toasted Hazelnuts, Grilled Onions & Hazelnut Vinaigrette
steamed rice, stir fried bok choy, napa cabbage, yuzu butter sauce
iceberg wedge with buttermilk ranch dressing and blue cheese crumbles
Miso-Yaki Black Cod
Braised Beef Short Rib
Arugula & Frisée with Poached Baby Pear
smoked cheddar potato gratin, roasted organic root vegetables, sage brown butter emulsion
blue cheese, candied walnuts, and port wine vinaigrette
Spinach Salad
Grilled Vegetable Lasagna
mushrooms, caramelized onions, roasted tomatoes, chives and balsamic vinaigrette
shallot and garlic roasted tomato sauce
Smoked Asian Tofu
Tried & True Salad
cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onions and white balsamic vinaigrette
ginger stir-fry vegetables, buckwheat noodles, mushroom dashi sauce
Intermezzo Course
basil pesto, fresh tomato sauce and garlic parsley sauce
Eggplant Parmigiano
House-Made Sorbet
Duet
Choice of One or Two Entrée Selections
Duet of Citrus Glazed Salmon & Scallops asparagus, tomato and lemon scented fingerling potatoes
Duet of California Ling Cod & Organic Chicken Breast chorizo, fennel, cippolini onions, preserved lemons, mussel jus
THE SINATRA 140 per guest
Meal includes artisan rolls with butter, Aroma dakota-roast regular and decaffeinated coffee and hot tea. Wedding cake cutting fee included in menu price. Tableside wine service provided with house red and white varietals.
TOAST House Champagne
TRAY PASSED HORS D’ OEUVRES Choice of Three
Cold Tomato Basil Bruschetta
Pepper Seared Salmon
Ginger Duck Breast
fresh mozzarella, aged balsamic, fleur de sel
on rice cracker with yuzu aïoli
Seasonal Gazpacho Soup Shooter
wasabi cream, tobiko caviar on rice cracker
Chilled Blackened Cajun Shrimp
Baby Beet Salad
Old Bay Spiced Traditional Crab Salad
Asian Chicken
spicy pesto tart
Whipped Goat Cheese BLT Potato Galette
chives, crème fraîche, salmon rose
Seared Tuna Tartar
caramelized yogurt
Smoked Salmon
dill cream cheese, cucumbers
Buckwheat Bellini
american caviar, crème fraîche
Port Poached Pear
on hawaiian flatbread, blackberry compote mango salsa
on crostini
Roasted Beef Tenderloin
caramelized onions, truffle aïoli
Oyster Shooter
tomato water, jalapeño gelee
gorgonzola, fresh tarragon
Hot chile de arbol sauce
Crispy Beef Ravioli
orange and horseradish
Shrimp Croquettes
Prosciutto Wrapped Scallop
Crispy Artichoke Hearts
Bacon Wrapped Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates
Hot & Crunch Crab Cakes
local goat cheese stuffing, herbs
Pan Fried Pork Pot Stickers garlic sauce
Malaysian Chicken Satay peanut sauce
Pancetta Wrapped Prawns
Baby Indonesian BBQ Lamb Chops Coconut Crusted Lobster mango-lime marmalade
rosemary
basil crème fraîche
Oyster Rockefeller pancetta
Minted New Zealand Lamb Chops balsamic rosemary glaze
Chicken Liver Mousse en Bouche
PLATED DINNER Amuse Bouche
Choice of one for all guests
Spanish Olive, Mahon Cheese & Citrus Reduction Local Ricotta Cheese, Strawberry & Balsamic Syrup
First Course
Soup or Salad Choice of one for all guests
SOUPS Brandied Lobster Bisque en Croute Heirloom Tomato Basil - seasonal asiago crostini
Chicken & Poblano Corn Chowder Roasted Wild Mushroom Soup Farmer’s Market Asparagus Cream Soup
or SALADS Crisp Romaine Caesar
shaved parmesan, garlic croutons
Steakhouse BLT Salad
iceberg wedge with buttermilk ranch dressing and blue cheese crumbles
Boston Bibb Lettuce, Maytag Cheese, Toasted Hazelnuts, Grilled Onions & Hazelnut Vinaigrette Arugula & FrisĂŠe with Poached Baby Pear
blue cheese, candied walnuts, and port wine vinaigrette
Spinach Salad
mushrooms, caramelized onions, roasted tomatoes, chives and balsamic vinaigrette
Tried & True Salad
cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onions and white balsamic vinaigrette
Intermezzo Course House-Made Sorbet
Entrées
Duet
Choice of Two or One Duet Selection
Choice of One or Two Entrée Selections
Eastern Spiced Braised Leg of Lamb
Duet of Citrus Glazed Salmon & Scallops
faro and roasted root vegetables
Prosciutto Wrapped Organic Chicken mascarpone tart, thyme chicken jus, oven roasted vegetables
Seared Wild Salmon
asparagus, tomato and lemon scented fingerling potatoes
Duet of California Ling Cod & Organic Chicken Breast chorizo, fennel, cippolini onions, preserved lemons, mussel jus
Braised Short Rib & Meyer Lemon Roasted Chicken
spaetzle, heirloom tomatoes, shaved fennel and a lemon chive beurre blanc
fingerling potato coins, seasonal vegetables, thyme jus
Port Soaked Cherry Stuffed Pork Loin
Petite Beef Filet & Prosciutto Wrapped Scallops
Free Range Chicken
Dessert
creamy pecorino soft polenta, seasonal vegetables
saffron rice, port wine reduction
organic butternut squash, spinach, pumpkin seeds, soy-brown butter
Mixed Berry Cobbler
Sliced Smoked New York Strip Steak
Maple Ricotta Cheesecake
cippolini onion, roasted mushrooms, aged cheddar mashed potatoes, red wine glaze
Miso-Yaki Black Cod
steamed rice, stir fried bok choy, napa cabbage, yuzu butter sauce
Braised Beef Short Rib
smoked cheddar potato gratin, roasted organic root vegetables, sage brown butter emulsion
Classic Beef Wellington
aged tenderloin, pate of foie gras and mushroom duxelle, baked in puff pastry, roasted potatoes, asparagus, green peppercorn sauce
Marinated Filet of Beef Tenderloin
macerated berries
Banana Bread Pudding kahlua caramel
Chocolate Mousse Tower Crème Brûlée Fruit Tart Strawberry Shortcake whipped cream
Chocolate Bomb raspberry sauce
Traditional Tiramisu
roasted shallot, aged port reduction, gratin potatoes
Grilled Vegetable Lasagna
shallot and garlic roasted tomato sauce
Smoked Asian Tofu
ginger stir-fry vegetables, buckwheat noodles, mushroom dashi sauce
Eggplant Parmigiano
basil pesto, fresh tomato sauce and garlic parsley sauce Pre-count due 14 days prior to event. Meal Selections to be confirmed 60 days prior to event. Prices subject to 23%service charge and current tax.
THE BIKINI
95 per guest Meal includes artisan rolls with butter, Aroma dakota-roast regular and decaffeinated coffee and hot tea. Wedding cake cutting fee included in menu price.
TOAST House Champagne
TRAY PASSED HORS D’ OEUVRES Choice of Three
Cold Tomato Basil Bruschetta
fresh mozzarella, aged balsamic, fleur de sel
Seasonal Gazpacho Soup Shooter Asian Chicken with Spicy Pesto Tart Whipped Goat Cheese BLT
Hot Crispy Beef Ravioli with Chile de Arbol Sauce Crispy Artichoke Hearts
local goat cheese stuffing, herbs
Pan Fried Pork Pot Stickers with Garlic Sauce Malaysian Chicken Satay peanut sauce
STATIONS Gourmet Display Choice of Two
Seasonal Gazpacho Shots
refreshing chilled soup of ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and extra virgin olive oil
Artisan Cheese
domestic and european cheeses, dried fruit, spiced nuts, assorted crostinis and crackers
Farmer’s Market Fruit Display
melons, berries, and citrus with lime mint yogurt dip
Action Station
Choice of One Requires a station attendant at $175.
Risotto
traditional parmesan, truffle scented wild mushrooms, shrimp and asparagus
Mediterranean Pasta
penne, wild mushrooms, seasonal vegetables, pesto, roasted tomato sauce, cream sauce and grilled chicken
Mashed Potato Bar
Mediterranean Antipasto
buttermilk mashed yukon, purĂŠed sweets or roasted garlic smashed idaho butter, sour cream, chives, bacon and shredded cheese
Salsa Bar
Carving Station
marinated olives, mozzarella, imported cured meats, grilled vegetables, artichokes, oven dried tomatoes stone ground tortilla chips, spicy salsa fresco, green chilli salsa verde, spanish queso dip, homemade guacamole, roasted corn salsa, diced onions and chopped cilantro
Choice of One Requires a station attendant at $175.
Salad
port soaked cherries
Choice of One
Mexican Chopped Salad
Roasted Pork Loin
Honey Glazed Ham
cornbread, apple cider jus
garden greens, oven dried black beans, tomato, jicama, roasted corn, sweet bell peppers, cotija cheese with avocado honey lime dressing
Maple Mustard Glazed Roasted Turkey
Layered Caesar Salad
puff pastry and leek fondue
chopped romaine, garlic croutons, grated parmesan, classic caesar dressing
cranberry-orange chutney
Salmon en Croute
Layered Asian Chicken Salad
spicy oriental greens, teriyaki grilled chicken, roasted peppers, scallions, shaved onions, candied pecans, crispy noodles, yuzu-soy vinaigrette with cilantro
Minimum Station size is 45 or more guests. Stations are designed to stay open 90 minutes. Meal Selections to be confirmed 60 days prior to event. Prices subject to 23% service charge and current tax.
THE CHIKI 115 per guest
Meal includes artisan rolls with butter, Aroma dakota-roast regular and decaffeinated coffee and hot tea. Wedding cake cutting fee included in menu price.
TOAST House Champagne
TRAY PASSED HORS D’ OEUVRES Choice of Three
Cold Tomato Basil Bruschetta
Pepper Seared Salmon
Ginger Duck Breast
fresh mozzarella, aged balsamic, fleur de sel
on rice cracker with yuzu aïoli
Seasonal Gazpacho Soup Shooter
wasabi cream, tobiko caviar on rice cracker
Chilled Blackened Cajun Shrimp
Baby Beet Salad
Old Bay Spiced Traditional Crab Salad
Asian Chicken
spicy pesto tart
Whipped Goat Cheese BLT Potato Galette
chives, crème fraîche, salmon rose
Port Poached Pear
Seared Tuna Tartar
caramelized yogurt
Smoked Salmon
dill cream cheese, cucumbers
Buckwheat Bellini
american caviar, crème fraîche
gorgonzola, fresh tarragon
on hawaiian flatbread, blackberry compote mango salsa
on crostini
Roasted Beef Tenderloin
caramelized onions, truffle aïoli
Oyster Shooter
tomato water, jalapeño gelee
Hot chile de arbol sauce
Crispy Beef Ravioli
orange and horseradish
Shrimp Croquettes
Prosciutto Wrapped Scallop
Crispy Artichoke Hearts
Bacon Wrapped Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates
Hot & Crunch Crab Cakes
local goat cheese stuffing, herbs
Pan Fried Pork Pot Stickers garlic sauce
Malaysian Chicken Satay peanut sauce
Pancetta Wrapped Prawns
Baby Indonesian BBQ Lamb Chops Coconut Crusted Lobster mango-lime marmalade
rosemary
basil crème fraîche
Oyster Rockefeller pancetta
Minted New Zealand Lamb Chops balsamic rosemary glaze
Chicken Liver Mousse en Bouche
STATIONS Gourmet Display Choice of Two
Seasonal Gazpacho Shots
refreshing chilled soup of ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and extra virgin olive oil
Artisan Cheese
domestic and european cheeses, dried fruit, spiced nuts, assorted crostinis and crackers
Farmer’s Market Fruit Display
melons, berries, and citrus with lime mint yogurt dip
Mediterranean Antipasto
marinated olives, mozzarella, imported cured meats, grilled vegetables, artichokes, oven dried tomatoes
Salsa Bar
stone ground tortilla chips, spicy salsa fresco, green chilli salsa verde, spanish queso dip, homemade guacamole, roasted corn salsa, diced onions and chopped cilantro
Charcuterie
imported cured and dried meats, cumberland sauce, cornichons, pickled vegetables, assorted pates and crostinis
Sushi & Hand Roll Assortment
california rolls, vegetable rolls & spicy blackened tuna rolls (based on 3 pieces per person), wasabi, soy sauce, pickled ginger, and ponzu dipping sauce
Salad
Choice of One
Mexican Chopped Salad
garden greens, oven dried black beans, tomato, jicama, roasted corn, sweet bell peppers, cotija cheese with avocado honey lime dressing
Layered Caesar Salad
chopped romaine, garlic croutons, grated parmesan, classic caesar dressing
Layered Asian Chicken Salad
spicy oriental greens, teriyaki grilled chicken, roasted peppers, scallions, shaved onions, candied pecans, crispy noodles, yuzu-soy vinaigrette with cilantro
Action Station
Choice of One Requires a station attendant at $175.
Risotto
traditional parmesan, truffle scented wild mushrooms, shrimp and asparagus
Mediterranean Pasta
penne, wild mushrooms, seasonal vegetables, pesto, roasted tomato sauce, cream sauce and grilled chicken
Mashed Potato Bar
buttermilk mashed yukon, puréed sweets or roasted garlic smashed idaho butter, sour cream, chives, bacon and shredded cheese
Maui Poke Station
sashimi grade tuna, loc duarte salmon tossed with cucumber, red onion, minced ginger, cilantro, jalapeños, shishito peppers, and sesame ponzu sauce
Carving Station
Choice of One Requires a station attendant at $175.
Roasted Pork Loin
port soaked cherries
Honey Glazed Ham
cornbread, apple cider jus
Maple Mustard Glazed Roasted Turkey cranberry-orange chutney
Salmon en Croute
puff pastry and leek fondue
Herb Roasted Prime Rib of Beef
dijon mustard and creamy horseradish sauce
Apple Wood Smoked New York Strip
natural jus, horseradish poblano crema
Natural Tenderloin of Beef
truffle madeira sauce, whole grain mustard
Minimum Station size is 45 or more guests. Stations are designed to stay open 90 minutes. Meal Selections to be confirmed 60 days prior to event. Prices subject to 23% service charge and current tax.
CHILDREN’S PLATED OPTION 28 per child
Includes a cubed fruit cocktail.
ENTRÉES
Choice of one for entire group: (comes with choice of curly fries, carrot sticks, baby corn, or mini broccoli bites)
Extra Cheesy Macaroni & Cheese Crispy Chicken Fingers Ranch, Ketchup or BBQ Sauce Crunchy Corn Dog Kid’s Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza Spaghetti with Turkey Meatballs & Marina
DESSERT
Choice of one for entire group:
Vanilla Ice Cream
chocolate sauce and sprinkles
Strawberry Shortcake Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae Milk, Chocolate Milk or Soft Drink
CHILDREN’S BUFFET OPTION Kids can enjoy the adult buffet
NIGHT LIFE RECEPTION SELECTIONS CUISINE STATIONS ACTION STATIONS Risotto / 21 per guest
CARVERY
All served with silver doller rolls.
traditional parmesan, truffle scented wild mushrooms, shrimp, asparagus
Roasted Pork Loin / 325
Mediterranean Pasta / 18 per guest
Herb Crusted Prime Rib of Beef / 405
penne, wild mushrooms, seasonal vegetables, pesto,roasted tomato sauce, cream sauce, grilled chicken
Sushi & Hand Rolls / 27 per guest
california rolls, vegetable rolls, spicy blackened tuna rolls, wasabi, soy sauce, pickled ginger and ponzu dipping sauce
Mashed Potato Bar / 18 per guest
buttermilk mashed yukon, purĂŠed sweets or roastedgarlic smashed idaho butter, sour cream, chives, bacon, shredded cheese
Maui Poke Station / 26 per guest
sashimi grade tuna and loc duarte salmon tossed with cucumber, red onion, minced ginger, cilantro, jalapeĂąos, shishito peppers and sesame ponzu sauce
port soaked cherries
dijon mustard, creamy horseradish sauce
Apple Wood Smoked New York Strip / 425 natural jus, horseradish poblano crema
Natural Tenderloin of Beef / 375
truffle madeira sauce, whole grain mustard
Maple Mustard Glazed Roasted Turkey / 320 cranberry-orange chutney
Honey Glazed Ham / 290 cornbread, apple cider jus
Salmon En Croute / 260 puff pastry, leek fondue
SMALL PLATES SLIDERS
INDIVIDUAL PLATED SALADS
The Original / 10 each
garden greens, oven dried black beans, tomato, jicama, roasted corn, sweet bell peppers and cojita cheese, avocado, honey lime dressing
All served with truffle fries or house made basil kettle chips. prime beef topped with cheddar cheese, griddled onions, homemade sweet pickles, crisp lettuce, tomatoes
Barbecued Pork / 12 each
braised mesquite pork, crispy cole slaw, black pepper bacon bbq sauce
Buffalo Chicken / 8 each
crispy chicken burger tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, shredded celery, creamy blue cheese sauce
The So-Cal / 12 each
shoyu marinated tofu tempura, avocado, siracha, sprouts and jack cheese
Mexican Chopped Salad / 10 per guest
Layered Caesar Salad / 9 per guest
chopped romaine, garlic croutons, grated parmesan, classic caesar dressing Add: Grilled Chicken / 4 per guest Seared Ahi / 6 per guest Grilled Shrimp / 8 per guest
Layered Asian Chicken Salad / 10 per guest spicy oriental greens, teriyaki grilled chicken, roasted peppers, scallions, shaved onions, candied pecans, crispy noodles, yuzu-soy vinaigrette, cilantro
DESSERT STATIONS FlambĂŠ Station / 19 per guest
bananas foster, brandied peaches, cherries jubilee, served with vanilla bean ice cream
Dessert CrĂŞpes Station / 12 per guest
vanilla bean and orange crepes, cherry compote, wild berries, chambord, grand marnier, mixed nuts, chocolate & chantilly cream
Ice Cream Sundae / 15 per guest
vanilla and chocolate ice cream, rainbow sprinkles, walnuts, toasted coconut, whipped cream, cherries, caramel & chocolate sauce
Chocolate Fondue / 19 per guest
dark, milk & white chocolate, pretzel rods, pound cake, marshmallows, fresh strawberries & pineapple
LIBATION OPTIONS LIQUOR
CALL
PREMIUM
PRESTIGE
Scotch
J&B
Johnny Walker Red
Johnny Walker Black
Bourbon
Jim Beam
Jack Daniels
Maker’s Mark
Canadian
Seagram’s 7
Seagram’s VO
Crown Royal
Vodka
Sobieski
Absolut
Grey Goose
Gin
Gordon’s
Beefeater
Tanquerey 10
Rum
Don Q Cristal
Cruzan
10 Cane
Tequila
Sauza Gold
Sauza Hornitos
Patrón
HOUSE WINES
BEER
CORDIALS
Chardonnay
Domestic
Disaronno
Merlot
Local Craft
Sambuca
Cabernet Sauvignon
Imported
Frangelico
White Zinfandel
Non-Alcoholic
Bailey’s
Sparkling Wine
HOSTED BAR BEVERAGE PACKAGE
these packages are per person plus tax and service charge and are offered by the hour
HOSTED ON CONSUMPTION
each drink ordered is recorded and the final amount is added at the end of the event
HOSTED DINNER WINE SERVICE
charged per number of bottles ordered or consumed
NON-HOSTED CASH BAR SOFT BAR
offering only beer, wine, soft drinks, juices and water
Upgrade the House Wines, please ask your Catering Manager Bartender fee is $175 per bartender, we recommend one bartender for every 75-100 guests. *Bartender fee is waived with a minimum of $550 in sales per bar.
HOSTED BY THE HOUR
Unlimited consumption at a fixed price per guest per hour
DURATION
CALL
PREMIUM
PRESTIGE
SOFT BAR
1 hour
$18 per guest
$21 per guest
$22 per guest
$17 per guest
2 hours
$35 per guest
$41 per guest
$43 per guest
$31 per guest
3 hours
$44 per guest
$51 per guest
$58 per guest
$37 per guest
4 hours
$51 per guest
$59 per guest
$61 per guest
$43 per guest
5 hours
$56 per guest
$64 per guest
$66 per guest
$47 per guest
All hosted-by-the-hour bars include house wines, domestic & imported beers, non-alcoholic beers, soft drinks and bottled water. Soft Bar includes only wine, beer, soft drinks and water. Charges are based on guaranteed attendance for the event. If actual attendance exceeds the guarantee, charges will be based on actual number of guests. Menu selections and prices confirmed 90 days prior to event. Hosted bar prices subject to 23% service charge and current sales tax.
HOSTED ON CONSUMPTION
CASH BAR
Call Brand Cocktail / 9
Call Brand Cocktail / 10
Premium Brand Cocktail / 10
Premium Brand Cocktail / 11
Prestige Brand Cocktail / 11
Prestige Brand Cocktail / 12
Resort Wine / 9
Resort Wine / 10
Cordial / 12
Cordial / 13
Domestic Beer / 6
Domestic Beer / 7
Local Craft / 7
Local Craft / 8
Imported Beer / 7
Imported Beer / 8
Non-Alcoholic Beer / 5
Non-Alcoholic Beer / 6
Soft Drink (featuring Coca Cola products) / 4
Soft Drink (featuring Coca Cola products) / 5
Bottled Water / 4
Bottled Water / 5
Hosted bar prices subject to 23% service charge and current state sales tax.
Cash bar prices are inclusive of service charges and sales tax.
*Bartender fee is waived with a minimum of $550 in sales per bar.
BUBBLES Wolf Blass Brut Yellow Label, Sparkling Wine, Australia
32
Mionetto Prosecco, Italy
40
Domaine Chandon, Sparkling Brut, Carneros
65
Laurent Perrier, Brut, Champagne, France
75
Moet & Chandon, Moet Imperial, Champagne, France
135
Veuve Cliquot, “Yellow Label”, Brut, France
145
WHITES La Terre, Chardonnay, California
32
Stag’s Leap, Hawk Crest, Chardonnay, Napa Valley
40
Layer Cake, Chardonnay, Central Coast
47
Chalone, Chardonnay, Monterrey
37
Ferrari Carano, Chardonnay, Sonoma
54
Kim Crawford, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
40
Charles Krug, Sauvignon Blanc, Napa
35
Santa Margherita, Pinot Grigio, Cado Adige, Italy
57
Beringer, White Zinfandel, California
32
REDS La Terre, Cabernet Sauvignon, California
32
Stag’s Leap, Hawk Crest, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
40
Layer Cake, Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Coast
47
La Terre, Merlot, California
32
Stag’s Leap, Hawk Crest, Merlot, Napa Valley
40
Clos du Bois, Merlot, Central Coast
43
Sterling, Merlot, Napa Valley
44
Laetitia Vineyards, Estate, Pinot Noir, Russian River
54
Layer Cake, Shiraz, South Australia
47
Tamari, Riserva Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
52
COMPLIMENTARY INCLUSIONS Our elegant ballrooms await your special touch, your theme and your dream. Available with purchase of any Reception Lunch and/or Dinner. • Wedding night bridal suite
{with a Food & Beverage minimum of $8,000 excluding sales tax & service charge}
• All tables and chairs for dining, place cards, cake and guest book • Head table or sweetheart table • All silver, china and stemware • Dance floor
• Staging, as desired • House Linen
*schedule to be coordinated by your Catering Manager, based on event space availability.
PREFERRED VENDOR LIST WEDDING & EVENT PLANNERS
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Celebrations of Joy - Cathy o’Connell
LAExposures - Jeremy Fraser
celebrationsofjoy.com | 310.795.7505
Chic Productions - Wendy Dahl
Chicproductions.com| 888.275.0908
The Bride & I - April Seuss
thebrideandi.com | 760.250.8614
FURNITURE RENTAL Lounge Appeal
loungeappeal.com | 619.888.5799
laexposures.com | 310.962.2818
Michael Segal Photography
michaelsegalweddings.com | 310.729.1134
Michael Graham Photography
mgpweddings.com | 323.309.7599 Monocle Project Photography monocle.ryan@gmail.com | 760.399.2935
Jim Kennedy Photographers
jimkennedyphotographers.com | 800.254.4558
Cean One Photography
ceanone.com | 866.572.2351
ENTERTAINMENT|DJ’S Epic Entertainment - Jason Harmon
CAKES
Eventerainment - Robin Costello eventerainmentbiz.com | 760.328.3888
exquisitedesserts.com | 760.772.5522
DJ Chris Paul
jensensfoods.com | 760.325.8282
DJ James Gonzales
pastryswan.com | 760.202.1213
epic1.com | 760. 360.6668
chrispauldj.com | 323.717.7874 musicmediaentertainment.com | 760.333.7888
VIDEOGRAPHERS Ashley Video Productions
ashleyvideoweddings.com | 866.914.2700
Vantage Point
vantagepointcustomfilms.com | 877.592.4231
Exquisite Desserts
Jensen’s Finest Foods Pastry Swan
OFFICIATES Pastor Mike Coppersmith
mjcdjc@aol.com | 760.567.7684
Judge Jeffrey Gunther 916.600.4030
FLORAL DESIGN Arrangements - Floral & Party Design arrangementsdesign.com | 760.776.1144
Artisan – Event Floral Decor
artisanevents.net | 760.778.1964
Chachet Fiore
caclietflore.com | 877.483.8080
My Little Flower Shop
mylittleflowershop.com | 760.778.7111
HAIR|MAKE-UP SpaTerre
psriviera.com|riviera_spa.aspx | 760.778.6690
Salli Albertina
palmspringsweddingminister.com / 760.327.5927
YOUR RIVIERA CATERING MANAGER WILL: • Provide personal tours of the Resort grounds and facilities. • Execute all contractual agreements between you and the Resort. • Act as your primary Resort contact, available to answer all of your questions and communicate with other departments as necessary. • Provide you with an outline of your financial commitments and pre-payment schedule. • Prepare detailed Banquet Event Orders outlining your entire event for your approval. • Create a floor plan of your function space in order for you to make specific seating arrangements. • Act as a menu consultant for all food and beverage selections. • Review your banquet checks for accuracy prior to and following the completion of your deposits and final billing. • Recommend special event professionals to provide music, floral, photography, wedding coordination, ceremony officiates, etc.
YOUR RIVIERA EVENT BANQUET CAPTAIN/MANAGER WILL: • Be introduced to you either during a visit to the Resort, at a menu tasting or during your reception. • Oversee the entire event from set up to execution. • Check with the bridal party, wedding coordinator and guests during event to assure satisfaction. • Act as supervisor of the timing of events, delivery of food, confirmation of final guest count, and final billing. • Assist in arranging bell stand for delivery of wedding items to vehicles and guest rooms • Review the final bill at conclusion of the event.
WE RECOMMEND HIRING A PROFESSIONAL WEDDING COORDINATOR THAT WILL: • Assist with the proper etiquette and protocol for invitations, family matters, ceremonies and toasts. • Create a timeline for your entire wedding day, including the ceremony, reception and other wedding related events. • Order, deliver and arrange ceremony programs, place cards, centerpieces, favors and any personal items. • Assist the bride and bridal party with dressing. • Collect and/or store personal items you may have brought with you until the conclusion of the day’s events. • Ensure that the bridal party has their bouquets, corsages and boutonnieres. • Be the liaison between your family, the bridal party, band/DJ, florist, photographer and other vendors. • Coordinate the processional with the bride and bridal party. • Work with the bridal party to organize, coordinate and supervise the wedding rehearsal. • Provide bridal party and family members of all pertinent schedules for wedding related events. • Be responsible for all personal items, such as cake knife, wine and champagne glasses and gifts, in advance of, during and after the event.
VALET PARKING
Reduced Rate of $6 for event parking. Overnight rates for resort overnight guests are $20 overnight (with in/out privileges). Valet parking can be hosted – discuss with your Catering Manager.
SERVICE CHARGE
23% on all food and beverage and associated services (subject to change).
TAXES
California state and local sales taxes are applicable on all food, beverage, service charge, banquet room rentals, resort fee, etc. These taxes are prevailing and subject to change at any time.
RESORT FEE
$28 per room per night, subject to current sales tax.
ROOM DELIVERIES $4 per room
GUESTROOM RATES
For group guest room rates, please contact your Catering Manager.
SMOKING POLICY
All of our indoor facilities are smoke free. Smoking is available outside only. The Resort will enforce compliance with this policy.
INDEMNIFICATION
Host agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Resort, its officers, employees, agents and other affiliated entities against all claims, losses, damages and expenses arising from the event, resort employees, subcontractors and guests while using the Resort’s premises.
CONTINGENCY
You agree to be responsible for any damages; breakage, burns or theft that occurs during the period your event is held at the resort. This contingency also covers all actions of any photographers, florists, decorators or entertainers hired by you for this event. Musical equipment, decorations, centerpieces or any other items brought into the resort must be pre-approved and removed immediately after the event. Candles must meet Riverside County Fire Department codes. The Resort will not be responsible for any items left after the event.
UPGRADES AVAILABLE
The Resort encourages ceremony and reception customization and upgrades.
FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE
The Riviera Palm Springs shall provide all food (with the exception of professionally baked wedding cakes) and beverages served at the Resort. Insurance and health regulations do not allow food prepared at the Resort to be removed. Prices are subject to change without notice. Guaranteed prices will not be given more than ninety (90) days prior to any event date.
EVENT INCLUSIONS
The Riviera Palm Springs is pleased to offer the following complimentary items when purchasing a catered wedding event: One-hour rehearsal prior to wedding event, based on availability. Champagne/sparkling cider toast for all guests at reception. Cake cutting and serving of client’s cake after the ceremonial cut has been made. Black Dance floor (available in three-foot square sections) sized according to number of guests. First and second course menu tasting, based on availability. This is typically held Monday through Thursday between 1pm and 3pm.
GUARANTEED NUMBER OF GUESTS
Thirty (30) days prior to the wedding event, an estimated final count is due. Following this information your catering manager will prepare the final documents (banquet event order/ BEO – and banquet check/invoice and diagrams) for your signature approval. Guest count must be received by the Resort fourteen (14) calendar days before the event with final payment of all estimated charges payable via credit card, cash, check or cashier’s check. This number will be your guarantee and is not subject to reduction. Should the number of guests exceed the guarantee amount; the resort will make all reasonable attempts to accommodate such persons, up to an additional three percent (3%). You will be charged for the number of meals served, or the number of meals guar-anteed, whichever is greater. The final guarantee of any additional guests must be received by your catering manager 72 business hours prior to the event. Any additional charges and day of charges will be paid via credit card (required to be on file).
EVENT TIMES
The ceremony site fee is covers use for one (1) hour. Reception events are scheduled for five (5) hours and to be concluded by 12:00am. Any additional time other than that agreed upon on the function sheet shall be approved by a Resort manager and charged to the credit card on file at the rate of $500 per half-hour or any portion thereof. Outdoor events must end no later than 10pm.
BEVERAGE SERVICE
The Resort reserves the right to refuse service of alcohol to any individual who exhibits any of the symptoms indicating possible intoxication or is under the legal age of twenty-one (21). Intoxicated guests and/or those demonstrating an inebriated or hostile behavior will be escorted off property. A last call for beverage service will be given 15 minutes prior to the scheduled time for the event to end. Person hosting the event agrees to the Resort’s count of beverages served at a hosted or on-consumption bar.
DEPOSIT & PAYMENT
A twenty five percent (25%) non - refundable deposit of estimated food and beverage charges are required at time of signing. A payment schedule will be further outlined in your Catering Agreement. The balance of the estimated charges is to be paid fourteen (14) calendar days before the actual event. A credit card number is required to be on file to bill any additional charges that are incurred for final guest count and day-of-event charges.
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