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Unforgettable. Exquisite. Classic. T H E W I L L A R D I N T E RC O N T I N E N TA L Gracefully orchestrated celebrations of consistent quality, classic elegance, attention to detail and personalized service are the hallmarks of a Willard InterContinental Wedding. A magnificent Wedding venue, our historic landmark hotel, neighboring the White House on Pennsylvania Avenue, has been faithfully restored to her 1904 Beaux-Arts splendor. The Willard offers sumptuous world-class cuisine set in lush, intimate environments that are refined and stylish, yet supremely relaxed. Our entire staff is dedicated to exceeding the expectations of every guest to make your Wedding unforgettable and exquisite.
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most celebrated historic Washington DC hotel, the Willard InterContinental has been the focal point for elegant dinners, meetings and social galas for more than 150 years. An iconic institution, this grand Washington, DC historic hotel has hosted almost every U.S. president since Franklin Pierce in 1853. On August 28, 1963, the Reverend Martin Luther King finished his famous “I Have A Dream” speech while a guest at the Willard. Other notable guests have included Charles Dickens, Buffalo Bill, David Lloyd George, P.T. Barnum, Lord and Lady Napier and countless others. Walt Whitman mentioned the hotel in his works; and Mark Twain penned two books here in the early 1900’s. Throughout the ages, no phrase has raised eyebrows like “I’m staying at the Willard.” Strike a true air of romance at our preeminent Washington, DC Wedding venue, nestled among the soaring monuments and iconic architecture of the Nation’s Capital. Plan an unforgettable celebration with sumptuous cuisine, a legendary setting and impeccable service. From small ceremonies to lavish ballroom Weddings and receptions, The Willard InterContinental is the ideal setting for a truly special DC Wedding.
The Willard InterContinental boasts 335 beautifully appointed guestrooms and suites featuring all of the amenities a modern luxury hotel offers. Wedding party members and guests will feel like royalty in the hotel’s opulent guestrooms, bridal suites and selection of specialty suites. The stunning Jenny Lind Bridal Suite, with its romantic mansard roof, canopied bed and Jacuzzi with a one-of-a-kind portal window view of the Washington Monument, and the Oval Suite with sweeping views of the monument-filled skyline, are only two examples of the specialty suites that offer newlyweds an unrivaled Wedding night retreat. Your Wedding guests will have the opportunity to enjoy meals at one of our many restaurants including CafÊ du Parc, classic bistro cuisine with Parisian-style outdoor seating; the famed Round Robin & Scotch Bar; Peacock Alley for seasonal afternoon teas and evening cocktails; Occidental Grill & Seafood, a staple of Washington DC. All are perfect locations for Rehearsal Dinners, Luncheons or Post-Wedding Brunches to continue the celebration of your special moment. Stylish, confident and ageless, the Willard InterContinental sets a grand stage for celebration. Trust our first-class Washington DC catering staff to design an unforgettable Wedding!
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T H E C RYSTA L RO O M Evoking romantic elegance and intimacy, the sparkling Crystal Room shimmers in turn-of-the-century splendor. The Crystal Room was the original ballroom for the Willard InterContinental when it opened in 1901. It, too, has been brought back to its original design, with floor to ceiling windows, marble columns, and ornate hand-carved gold leaf crown-moldings.
Ceremony Capacity: 250 | Seated Capacity: 150
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T H E W I L LA R D RO O M The warm, rich ambiance of the Willard Room inspires romance. Formerly the Willard Fine Dining Room, it has also been restored to its original design with six exquisite brass chandeliers, floor to ceiling windows, as well as hand-carved wood accents throughout the ceiling.
Ceremony Capacity: 320 | Seated Capacity: 170
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T H E G R A N D BA L L RO O M Few venues rival the Willard InterContinental’s Grand Ballroom with its buttercup yellow, pale blue, and soft green hues, beveled mirrors, crystal chandeliers and beautifully hand-painted landscape. Six hand-crafted crystal chandeliers serve as the focal point of the space. The Grand Ballroom also features a private reception space for cocktails and desserts.
Ceremony Capacity: 425 | Reception Capacity: 350
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Nestled between the Breezeway and CafÊ Du Parc, The Willard InterContinental’s Courtyard is an elegant, urban courtyard beautifully appointed with a two-tier water fountain which operates between Spring and Fall. The Breezeway beautifully bridges the two sides of the Willard Building, and creates an open, elegant atmosphere for cocktail receptions and intimate dinners. As it connects with the Courtyard, guests can flow in and out of the building and enjoy the best of both worlds.
Reception Capacity: 350
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T H E N E ST The Nest is full of natural daylight from the windows overlooking Pennsylvania Avenue. The elegant venue, offers a beautiful setting for daytime or evening events alike. This room is available for intimate events or as a perfect pairing for the Willard Room or other banquet rooms. The Nest is located on our mezzanine level, just above the Round Robin Bar and adjacent to the Scotch Bar. This well-appointed venue provides a full array of possibilities for your Wedding.
Ceremony Capacity: 80
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Our signature Wedding Package is designed to include all that you and your guests will need for an unforgettable Wedding experience, with options to customize your special day.
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The Willard InterContinental Wedding Packages start at Wedding Package starts at $202.00 per person*. *
$202.00 per person
All pricing is based on a five hour reception, excluding 21% service charge and 10% DC sales tax. * Pricing valid for Weddings through 12/31/2016
OUR WEDDING PACKAGE INCLUDES: Five Hour Open Willard Brands Bar Five Butler Passed Hors D’ oeuvres Two Complimentary Bartenders Two-Course Plated Dinner Wine Service with Dinner Sparkling Wine Toast Customized Wedding Cake Specialty Damask Linens Ballroom Setup to Include Tables, Chairs, Dance Floor and Risers Table Number Frames Selection of Charger Plates Complimentary Tasting for up to 4 Guests Complimentary Guestroom or Suite for the Bride & Groom Specialized & Dedicated Event Services Manager
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THE WEDDING CEREMONY Ceremony fees vary according to the amount of time and space required. Traditional one-hour Ceremonies start at $1,500.00 and include: Passed Sparkling Wine & Water Classic Gold Banquet Chairs Riser Microphone and Speaker Package with Technician Upgrade to Chivari Chairs for $6.50 Per Chair Plus a $200.00 Delivery & Pickup Fee** Upon arrival, your guests are greeted by white glove staff offering sparkling wine and water for a thirty minute period*. A two-hour time period is allotted for your Wedding Ceremony, including one hour of set up. Should you need additional time or have a more elaborate Ceremony, please contact your Catering Manager for pricing.
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Up to 200 guests. $9.00 for each additional guest Rented Chivari Chairs may be used for your Dinner Reception at a fee of $2.00 per chair
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Please select five hors d’oeuvres from the following:
HOT Vegetarian Samosa Vegetables & Goat Cheese Phyllo Star Traditional Spanakopita
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Bacon Wrapped Fresh Caught Scallop Shrimp Pot Sticker with Teriyaki Glaze
Cherry Tomato & Mozzarella Napoleon with Pesto
Crispy Coconut Shrimp with Prune Sauce
Smoked Salmon with Lime Cream Cheese on Pumpernickel Prosciutto di Parma with Berries, Capers & Tapenade on Crostini Ratatouille Nicoise Tartlet with Kalamata Olive
Lobster Newburg Tartlet with Garlic Remoulade Fresh Oyster with Shallot Vinegar & Cocktail Sauce Homemade Quiche Lorraine
Seared Rare Tuna with Assorted Sushi
Pineapple Chicken Kebab
Cucumber Ring with Lemon Herb Crème Cheese & Caviar French Pea Soup Shooter with Lavender Cream California Rolls with Wasabi, Pickled Ginger & Soy Sauce
Buffalo Chicken Spring Roll Baby Angus Burger with Caramelized Onion, Tomato & Pickle Lamb Samosa with Mint Chutney
Vegetarian Maki Roll with Wasabi, Pickled Ginger & Soy Sauce Jumbo Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce*
Miniature Beef Wellington with Red Wine Sauce Andouille Sausage in Puff Pastry with Spicy Tomato Sauce BBQ Pulled Pork Slider Chesapeake Crab Cake with Chipotle Aioli* Roasted Baby Lamb Chop with Balsamic Reduction*
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THE WEDDING DINNER Set a majestic stage for celebration at the Willard InterContinental, where a rich sense of history and tradition blends with dynamic downtown energy. Guests will enjoy a culinary feast customized and prepared for them by our critically acclaimed Executive Chef, Serge Devesa. Chef works with each of our couple’s to fuse culinary components that incorporate their personal tastes and preferences into all aspects of the menu.
Dinner service includes Stone Cellars Culinary Collection Wines and Chateau Saint Michelle Sparkling Wine for toasting. All dinner selections are served with a butter rosette, gourmet rolls and coffee & tea service. The Willard InterContinental is happy to accommodate any special meal requests for your Wedding. PRE-DETERMINED CHOICE MENU A pre-determined choice menu may be offered to your Wedding guests. The menu can include 3 choices of entrée (including vegetarian). The highest priced selection for each course prevails for all and the entrée accompaniments will be uniform for each guest. Guarantees for each course are due by noon, 5 business days prior to the Wedding and it is requested that a seating chart or individual place cards indicating your guests’ selections be provided to your Event Services Manager in alphabetical order.
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WEDDING TASTINGS Weddings of 100 guests or more will enjoy a complimentary dinner tasting for up to four guests, and must be scheduled in advance. Wedding tastings are available between Monday - Thursday at 1:00pm, and must be scheduled with 20 days advance notice, pending availability of the culinary team. Tastings are scheduled approximately 60 days before your Wedding and are available only for the plated portion of the menu and your Wedding Cake. TABLE SETTINGS Selection of Damask Ivory or Golden floor length linens, white cloth napkins, five votive candles per table, your choice of charger plate, silverware and a selection of table number frames are included in the Package Price.
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You may choose to add an appetizer course to your dinner from the selections below:
WARM BRIE CHEESE TART Caramelized Onion, Petite Organic Mixed Greens Sherry Vinaigrette Additional $17.00 Per Person
VEGETABLE & MUSHROOM RISOTTO Locally Grown Seasonal Vegetables, Parmesan & Fine Herbs Additional $19.00 Per Person
CHESAPEAKE JUMBO CRAB CAKE Chipotle Aioli & Mango Salsa Additional $27.00 Per Person
All prices exclusive of 21% service charge & 10% DC sales tax
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T H E S O U P & SA LA D Please select one:
SALAD ORGANIC MESCLUN GREENS Shaved Fennel, Vine Ripe Tomatoes & Cucumber Aged Balsamic Vinaigrette COMPRESSED WATERMELON SALAD Roasted Pine Nuts, Feta Cheese, Arugula & Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette ROASTED BEET SALAD Seasonal Mixed Greens, Brioche Croutons Maryland Merry Farm Goat Cheese Honey Balsamic TOMATO NAPOLEON Summer Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella Petite Mixed Greens Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar & Pesto Drizzle
SOUP CHILLED CREAMY FRENCH PEA SOUP Lavender Whipped Crème Fraiche CHILLED YELLOW TOMATO GAZPACHO Cucumber Ceviche & Feta Cheese WILD MUSHROOM CRÈME VELOUTE Organic Seasonal Mushrooms with Truffle Oil LOBSTER BISQUE Lobster Custard & Brioche Croutons Additional $6.00 Per Person
Additional $5.00 Per Person All prices exclusive of 21% service charge & 10% DC sales tax
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FISH SESAME CRUSTED ATLANTIC SALMON Teriyaki Glaze PANKO CRUSTED TROUT Lemon Butter Cream Sauce MEDITERRANEAN BRONZINO FILET A LA PLANCHA Anise Beurre Blanc Additional $12.00 Per Person
SPINACH & GOAT CHEESE MOUSSE FILLED CHICKEN BREAST Dijonaise Sauce DIJON ROASTED CHICKEN BREAST Tarragon Cream Sauce VEGETARIAN VEGETABLE WELLINGTON Saffron Cream Sauce GRILLED EGGPLANT ROULADE (VEGAN) Rice Vermicelli, Sautéed Asparagus & Tomato Lemongrass Sauce
All Entrées are Served with Chef ’s Selection of Seasonal Vegetables and Your Choice of the Following: Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Forbidden Rice, Mashed Potatoes, Potato Gratin or Red Bliss Potatoes All prices exclusive of 21% service charge & 10% DC sales tax
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LEMONGRASS & STAR ANISE BRAISED SHORT RIB Fried Onion Rings Additional $14.00 Per Person
NEW YORK STRIP STEAK Green Peppercorn Sauce & Shallot Confit Additional $19.00 Per Person
FILET MIGNON Port Wine Sauce Additional $20.00 Per Person
HERB ENCRUSTED RACK OF LAMB Tarragon Jus Additional $21.00 Per Person
All Duet Entrées Served with Chef ’s Selection of Seasonal Vegetables and Your Choice of the Following: Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Forbidden Rice, Mashed Potatoes, Potato Gratin or Red Bliss Potatoes All prices exclusive of 21% service charge & 10% DC sales tax
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T H E C U STO M D U ET E N T RÉE DIJON ROASTED CHICKEN BREAST & CHESAPEAKE CRAB CAKE OR
DIJON ROASTED CHICKEN BREAST & MAHI MAHI Additional $14.00 Per Person
NEW YORK STRIP STEAK & MAHI-MAHI Additional $24.00 Per Person
PETITE FILET MIGNON & CHESAPEAKE CRAB CAKE OR
PETITE FILET MIGNON & MAHI-MAHI Additional $35.00 Per Person
PETITE FILET MIGNON & MAINE LOBSTER TAIL Additional $37.00 Per Person
All Duet Entrées Served with Chef ’s Selection of Seasonal Vegetables and Your Choice of the Following: Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Forbidden Rice, Mashed Potatoes, Potato Gratin or Red Bliss Potatoes All prices exclusive of 21% service charge & 10% DC sales tax
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THE WEDDING CAKE
Our cakes are made fresh to your exact specifications, and are a perfect finish for a sumptuous dinner. The Wedding cake, cutting and service are included in the Wedding Package. Some designs may incur additional charges. Add an elegantly decorated individual cake plate with spun sugar and fruit coulis. Additional $3.00 Per Person
PISTACHIO POUND CAKE Lightly Soaked in Rum 64% Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse Coated with Chocolate Buttercream
LEMON CHIFFON CAKE Layers of White Chocolate & Strawberry Mousse BITTER ALMOND CAKE Caramelized Almond Cream
CHOCOLATE FONDANT CAKE Bitter Brownie Cake Layers of Milk Chocolate Mousse
BANANA BUTTER SPONGE CAKE Layers of Banana & Milk Chocolate Creams
RED VELVET CAKE Cream Cheese Filling & Frosting
DEVIL’S FOOD CAKE Orange Cream & Chocolate Ganache
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WILLARD BRANDS BAR
PREMIUM BRANDS BAR
Dewar’s White Label Scotch Jim Beam Bourbon Smirnoff Vodka Canadian Club Whiskey Beefeater Gin Sauza Blanco Tequila Bacardi Superior Rum Stone Cellars Culinary Collection Wines Domestic and Imported Beers Assorted Regular & Diet Soft Drinks
Johnny Walker Black Scotch Maker’s Mark Bourbon Grey Goose Vodka Jack Daniels Whiskey Bombay Sapphire Gin Patron Silver Tequila Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum Stone Cellars Culinary Collection Wines Domestic and Imported Beers Assorted Regular & Diet Soft Drinks Additional $10.00 Per Person
Please inquire with your Catering Manager for specialty bar selections. All prices exclusive of 21% service charge & 10% DC sales tax
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T H E S I GNAT U R E C O C KTA I L Our Food and Beverage Team can assist you in customizing a specialty cocktail for your Wedding. Below you will find some of the hottest trends and guests’ favorites. $15.00 Per Person
WILLARD MINT JULEP Maker’s Mark, San Pellegrino, Granulated Sugar, Fresh Mint DAISY WILLARD MINT JULEP Bourbon, Triple Sec & Raspberry Liquor
MANHATTAN Whiskey, Sweet Vermouth & Bitters BLACKBERRY BRAMBLE Gin, Blackberry Brandy & Lemon Juice
POMEGRANATE MARTINI Vodka, Cointreau & Pomegranate Liqueur
SPARKLING POMEGRANATE COCKTAIL Sparkling Wine, Sugar, Pomegranate Juice, Pomegranate Seeds
CINCO HERRADURA Tequila, Pineapple Juice, Cranberry Juice, Lemon/Lime Soda
THE EMERALD Irish Whiskey, Sweet Vermouth & Bitters
CHERRY BLOSSOM MARTINI Vodka, Triple Sec, Lime Juice & Maraschino Juice
RUSSIAN MEADOW COCKTAIL Russian Vodka, Iced Tea, Lemon Juice & Fresh Mint
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THE RECEPTION ENHANCEMENTS ARTISAN CHEESE DISPLAY Selection of Domestic & Imported Cheeses Dried Apricots, Candied Walnuts Sliced French Bread & Imported Crackers $19.00 Per Person
GARDEN VEGETABLE CRUDITÉ SHOOTERS Fresh Garden Vegetable Crudités Served with Roquefort, Hummus & Avocado Dips $16.50 per person
CHARCUTERIE TABLE Display of Coppa, Parma Ham, Sopresetta, Mortadella with Pistachio & Genoa Salami Assorted Olives, Marinated Artichoke Heart, Button Mushrooms, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Green Olive Tapenade & Cherry Tomatoes $29.00 Per Person
SEAFOOD STATION Market Fresh Ceviche Shooters East Coast Oysters Served on the Half Shell or Shucked to Order Snow Crab Claws & Chilled Jumbo Shrimp, Served with Chilled Lemon Wedges & Tomato Cocktail Sauce. Assortment of Crackers & Pumpernickel Bread with Tabasco & Brandy Sauces $50.00 Per Person One Oyster Shucker Required at $225.00 Per 75-100 Guests
SUSHI STATION Please Select a Total of Five Options Assortment of Maki Offerings:
Yellow Tail, Tuna, Spicy Tuna, Salmon, Spicy Salmon, California Roll, Cucumber Roll & Barbecue Eel Assortment of Sashimi Offerings:
Poached Shrimp, Rockfish, Salmon, Tuna & Yellow Tail Served with Wasabi, Pickled Ginger & Soy Sauce $44.00 Per Person One Sushi Chef Required at $225.00 Per 75-100 Guests
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T H E D E S S E RT E N H A N C E M E N T S BUTLER PASSED MINIATURE DESSERTS MINI TARTS & MOUSSE CAKES $7.00 Per Piece
CHOCOLATE BARK A Selection of Dark Chocolate with Pecans & Dried Cherries, White Chocolate with Pistachio Violet and Milk Chocolate with Cashew Toffee $7.00 Per Piece
ASSORTED WILLARD FRENCH MACAROONS A selection of Raspberry, Lemon, Pistachio, Coffee, Chocolate & Vanilla $7.00 Per Piece
DONUT HOLES WITH DIPPING SAUCE A Selection of Cinnamon with Chocolate Sauce, Chocolate with Nutella Sauce & Honey Glazed with Caramel Sauce $48.00 Per Dozen, Minimum 5 Dozen Per Flavor
CHOCOLATE DIPPED DESSERTS Selections are based on one item of each per person. Chef’s Selection of Miniature Cakes, Tarts, Mousse Cups, Chocolate Dipped Strawberries, Cookies & Truffles $19.00 Per Person
CUPCAKE DISPLAY Chocolate, Banana, Nutella, Double Chocolate, Pistachio, Toasted Coconut & Key Lime $20.00 Per Person, Pricing Based On 1.5 Cupcakes Per Person
CANDY SHOP Chocolate Bark, Homemade Marshmallows, Fruit Dusted Meringues, Truffles, Lollipops & Jelly Beans. Double Fudge Brownies, Blondie’s, Fantasy Bars & Turtle Bars $22.00 Per Person
LATE NIGHT MUNCHIES Butler Passed for One Hour. Pricing is Based On One Item of Each Selection Per Person.
Miniature Beef and Pulled Chicken Sliders , French Fries in Paper Cones & Ketchup, Chicken Tenders & BBQ Sauce Chocolate & Strawberry Milkshake Shots, Assorted Cookies & Mini Ice Cream Sundaes $35.00 Per Person All prices exclusive of 21% service charge & 10% DC sales tax
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from all of us at the Willard InterContinental,
Thank You & Congratulations! For more information, please contact washacatering@ihg.com or call 202.637.7325
The Willard InterContinental Hotel 1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20004 Tel; 1-202-628-9100 Fax; 1-202-637-7326 washington@intercontinental.com www.washington.intercontinental.com