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SOUPS
(with Complimentary Bread Roll and Butter)
Smoked Kahawai and Parsley
Leek and Potato with Fresh Chives (V)
Traditional French Onion (V)
Cream of Pumpkin (V)
CARVERY
Glazed Whole Leg of Ham, Carved off the Bone with Cranberry Sauce
Roasted Shoulder of Lamb with Rosemary Jus and Mint Sauce
Boned Chicken Galantine with Mushroom and Herb Mousse, Sage Jus
Roasted Whole Scotch Fillet of Angus Beef, Mustard Rubbed with Horseradish and Beef Jus**
MAIN COURSES
Chicken Thigh Wrapped in Smoked Bacon with Tomato Napoli and Basil Pesto
Cajun Style Blackened Chicken with Lemon, Tomato and Coriander
Soy and Ginger Marinated Boneless Chicken with Jasmine Rice
Grilled Garlic Chicken with Mushroom and Parsley Cream Sauce
Lamb and Garlic Meatballs with Tomato and Herb Sauce
Lamb Masala with Cucumber and Mint Yoghurt
Angus Beef and Bacon Brochettes with Mushroom and Thyme Ragù
Beef Bourguignon with Winter Vegetables and Herbs
Braised Angus Ox Cheek with Baby Onions, Parsley and Garlic
Pan-Fried Market Fish with Pinot Gris infused Butter Sauce and Tomato Salsa**
Seared Akaroa Salmon with Olive and Tomato Salsa**
Potato Gnocchi with Blue Cheese Cream Sauce and Toasted Breadcrumbs (V)
Handmade Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini with Fresh Tomato Sauce and Grated Parmesan (V)
SALADS
Mixed Lettuce Leaves with Balsamic Dressing
Greek Salad of Tomato, Olive, Cucumber, Red Onion, Crumbled Feta with Balsamic Dressing (Seasonal)
Caesar Salad of Romaine Lettuce, Crisp Bacon, Crouton, Poached Egg with Anchovy Dressing
Pasta Salad with Pesto, Roasted Capsicum and Rocket Leaves
Beetroot and Feta with Cherry Tomatoes and Truffle Dressing
New Potato Salad with Fresh Mint Spring Onion and Toasted Walnuts
Caprese Salad of Tomato and Mozzarella with Basil Pesto and Cracked Pepper (Seasonal)
Vietnamese Slaw of Red and Green Cabbage, Spring Onions, Fresh Herbs with Coriander and Chili Dressing
Roasted Vegetable Salad with Fresh Herb Dressing
Rissoni Salad with Crisp Green Vegetables and Moroccan Dressing
Rock Melon and Shaved Parma Ham with Sundried Tomato, Balsamic Vinegar and Olive Oil**
VEGETABLES
Steamed New Season Potatoes in Garlic Butter
Tossed Seasonal Vegetables in Herb Butter
Steamed Beans with Crisp Garlic Flakes (Seasonal)
Asparagus in Hollandaise Sauce (Seasonal)
DESSERTS
Vanilla Baked Cheesecake with Seasonal Fresh Fruit Toppings
Chocolate Fudge Brownie with Whipped Cream
Chocolate Mousse with Fresh Strawberries and Cream
Coffee and Chocolate Tiramisu
Crème Brulee with Citrus Shortbread
1950’s Sherry and Fruit Trifle
Hot Caramel and Fruit Self Saucing Pudding
Pear and Almond Tart
Cinnamon Panacotta
Vanilla Cream Profiteroles
Homemade Brandy Snaps with Whipped Cream
Fresh Fruit Salad with Whipped Cream
CHEESE PLATTER** (Additional Item Choice)
Assorted New Zealand Cheeses (3 Varieties) with Homemade Lavoch, Pickles and
French Mustard
COLD CUT PLATTERS** (Additional Item Choices)
Assorted Cold Cuts Platter of Pickled Pork, Chicken Terrine, Sliced Ham with Homemade Pickles and French Mustard
Smoked Salmon Gravlax with Capers, Red Onion and Citrus Sour Cream**
Cold Sliced Chicken Terrine with Cornichons and Homemade Pickles
Cold Sliced Ham with Homemade Pickles and French Mustard
Note: All items marked with ** will incur additional charges. (V) denotes vegetarian dishes but may not be suitable for vegans.
Any special dietary requirements such as Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Nut Free, Vegan can be catered when advised.
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