Qawra | Christmas Brochure Staff Parties

YOUR FESTIVE CELEBRATIONS ALL WRAPPED UP

As 2022 reaches its festive finale, it’s time to raise a glass among colleagues to celebrate another year of hard work, commitment, and accomplishments.

At AX Hotels, we understand the importance of showing value to your people after a successful year. We also recognise that every team has its own unique wish list of what makes up the perfect Christmas celebration. That’s why we’ve put together an eclectic selection of festive feasts that span a veritable variety of venues to suit any style of gathering.

Whether you’re looking to host a lavish event for a corporation of hundreds or

keep things intimate among your tightknit start-up, we can assist you with finding the right space for your team. As for mood and ambiance, we’re happy to dial the merriment from elegant sophistication all the way to convivial cheer as suits your taste.

Christmas is also a time for you to relax and enjoy precious moments with your team. Our first-class events consultants take the hassle out of the holiday season by handling every last planning detail on your behalf. As you look forward to an evening of good cheer, great wine, and glorious food, we’ll bring your festive celebration to sparkling life.

A VERITABLE VARIETY OF VENUES

The perfect Christmas event is not only about finding the best venue but the right venue. Across our award-winning hospitality brands that span Valletta, Sliema, and Qawra, AX Events offers a variety of spaces that range in size and can cater to any style of celebration.

Take your pick from opulent ballrooms in stellar hotels, elegant fine-dining restaurants, trendy rooftop lounges encircled by stunning views, casual diners where the good times flow like a great wine, and more besides.

CHRISTMAS ON THE COAST

Treat the team to a Christmas celebration by the sea at Luzzu Hall in Qawra.

Accommodating up to 450 standing guests, this modern venue can easily cater for sit-down events or cocktail receptions, and also provides plenty of room to welcome live entertainment. An adjacent terrace stretches along the coast offering uninterrupted sea views that stretch towards the horizon.

Qawra Coast Road, St Paul’s Bay karl.abela@axhotelsmalta.com

Festive Buffet Menu

A selection of local antipasti, marinated, smoked and cured meats, fish and shellfish, crisp salads, all combined in a variety of delicious festive creations complemented with chilled sauces and dressings

SOUPS

Cream of broccoli and coconut soup

PASTA

Rigatoni with Maltese sausage, roasted cherry tomatoes, tomato salsa, peppered goat’s cheese shavings

Penne with gorgonzola cream, roasted butternut squash, spinach and pumpkin seeds

HOT COUNTER

Seared seabass fillets with crispy battered calamari, clam velouté and oven-dried tomatoes

Braised chicken thighs in shallot and thyme creamy sauce

Char-grilled beef medallions, fricassée of mushrooms and leeks, cured ham crisps, jus roti

Seared pork fillet mignons, stewed cabbage and raisins, apple cider reduction

Caramelised onions, gruyère cheese and tomato tart

Steamed winter vegetables tossed in herb butter

Baked new potatoes with garlic, sundried tomatoes and green olives

DESSERT AND CHEESES

Treat yourself to our selection of tempting sweets including mince pies, selection of cheeses and fresh fruit.

DESSERT

A selection of desserts including Christmas log, Christmas pudding with brandy sauce, passion fruit tart, chocolate Sacher cake and apple crumble Coffee and mince pies

Adults €29.50 Per Person

Children €14.75 Per Person

Inclusive of free-flowing soft drinks, house wine, beer & water

SUPPLEMENTARY SPECIALITY CARVERY STATION

Roast turkey, sage and onion stuffing, roast gravy or

Salmon and spinach en croute, horseradish hollandaise or

Roast leg of lamb rubbed in ras al hanout spices, sundried tomato and mint jus

€4.00 Per Person

Minimum number of guests: 50 | Price includes VAT

Please inform our representative at reservation stage in case of any allergens or intolerances.

Reception Menu 1

COLD ITEMS

Parma ham, cream cheese and parmesan scones

Babaganoush and roasted tomato on sesame crostini

Turkey and cranberry cheese mini wrap roulades

Smoked salmon, cucumber and sour cream on rye bread

HOT ITEMS

Tomato, mozzarella and basil tarts

Vegetable samosas, mint chutney

Pulled beef and caramelised onion croquette

Thai fish cakes with sweet chilli and ginger dressing

Mini cottage pies, sweet potato purée

Crispy pork belly, pickled cabbage, honey and soy sauce Mushroom Arancini

DESSERTS

Chocolate profiteroles

Mini lemon meringue

Mince pies

€22.50 Per Person

Minimum number of guests: 50 | Price Includes VAT Please Inform our representative at reservation stage in case of any allergens or intolerances.

Reception Menu 2

COLD ITEMS

Beetroot marinated swordfish on blinis

Grilled polenta, pickled mushrooms, rocket leaves and Grana Padano

Roast beef, gherkins and horseradish cream in savoury muffins

Baked ricotta cheese on focaccia bread, herb gremolata

Parma ham, brie and walnut roulade

Chicken Caesar verrine, wholemeal croûte

HOT ITEMS

Mini beef slider with smoked cheddar and pickles

Oat-crusted turkey, cranberry relish Cod goujons, sauce tartar Spicy meatballs

Crispy pork belly, chimichurri sauce Peas, tomato and lentil quiche Souvlaki pork skewers

Rosemary focaccia bread with kalamata olives, roasted tomatoes and caramelised onions

Crispy vegetable spring rolls, sweet chilli jam

DESSERTS

Mince Pies

Pear and raisin crumble

Cannoli with sweet ricotta and candied fruits

€27.50 Per Person

Minimum number of guests: 50 | Price Includes VAT

Please Inform our representative at reservation stage in case of any allergens or intolerances.

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Reception Menu 3

COLD ITEMS

Pressed pork cheeks terrine, pickled cabbage, apple emulsion

Cured salmon, avocado and citrus cream cheese roulade Bloody Mary prawn shooter

Parfait of duck liver on brioche, apricot & thyme chutney

Pistachio and melon shoot served with parma ham Ham hock terrine, piccalilli, pickled onion, sourdough sandwich

Hummus, ricotta cheese and broccoli in tortilla mille foglie

FOOD BOWLS

Crispy-fried ġbejna, pickled pears and cranberry chutney

Fritto misto, lemon wedge, tartare sauce

HOT ITEMS

Mini turkey, cranberry and chestnut pies

Sesame crusted salmon skewer, citrus and honey sauce

Steamed pork dumplings Panzerotti al pizzaiola

Tomato and mozzarella arancini Oriental duck spring rolls, hoisin sauce

Pulled pork burgers with smoked applewood cheese Steamed boa buns with spicy seared tofu and pickled vegetables Pumpkin and feta cheese quiche Chicken satay with peanut sambal Mushrooms and Grana Padano palmiers

DESSERTS

Chocolate Brownie Cassata Siciliana Tarts

Date fritters, sweet cinnamon

€34.50 Per Person

Minimum number of guests: 50 | Price Includes VAT Please Inform our representative at reservation stage in case of any allergens or intolerances.

Supplementary Food Stations

PASTA STATION

Garganelle with braised pork cheeks, cherry tomatoes, red wine, pork gravy, grana shavings Ravioli filled with cottage cheese tossed in garlic, tomato sauce and basil Penne with smoked salmon, asparagus, garlic, white wine and a touch of cream

SLIDERS STATION

Pulled pork, caramelised onion, smoked cheese Classic beef, pickles, and tomato Tandoori chicken, mango chutney, raita Falafel and hummus

Condiments

Piccalilli, mustard, chilli sauce, onion & pickled gherkin relish, hot salsa

PIZZA STATION

MARGHERITA

Tomato Sauce, mozzarella, basil and oregano MALTESE

Tomato sauce, mozzarella, Maltese sausage, goat’s cheese, olives, onions, sundried tomatoes and oregano

VEGETARIANA

Tomato sauce, mozzarella, mushrooms, sweet peppers, onions and oregano PEPPERONI

Tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni and oregano

ORIENTAL STATION

Steamed pork dumplings Sweet and sour chicken Prawn crackers

Oriental vegetable noodles

PAELLA STATION

Paella with chicken, chorizo, mussel meat and saffron rice Paella with rabbit, spicy chorizo, shrimps, white fish and saffron rice

DESSERT STATION

Chocolate fountain with fruits and marshmallows

Cannoli with sweet ricotta and candied fruits Imqaret and selection of donuts

Add €4.75 Per Person for Every Station

Minimum number of guests: 50 | Price Includes VAT Please Inform our representative at reservation stage in case of any allergens or intolerances.

Set Menu 1

STARTERS (To Share)

FOCACCIA CHEESY GARLIC

Focaccia pizza smothered in garlic butter and mozzarella

NANNA’S DIPS

Bigilla (tic bean paste), garlic yoghurt and aioli with focaccia

MAIN COURSES

GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS

Finished with our in-house BBQ sauce and grilled corn on the cob Fries and fresh salad or

THAI BEEF SALAD

Strips of prime cut of beef with our chef’s special Thai curry dressing, mixed leaves, leeks, cucumber, beetroot, peppers, radishes and dressed with pineapple salsa or

FISH AND CHIPS

In-House battered deep-fried fish fillet served with a tartare sauce Served with fries and salad or

RAVIOLI DI FORMAGGIO

Homemade ravioli filled with cottage cheese tossed in garlic, tomato sauce, basil and extra virgin olive oil

DESSERTS

APPLE PIE

Traditional apple pie with hints of vanilla and cinnamon or

LEMON CHEESE CAKE

Zesty lemon cheesecake , crunchy biscuit base

€26.95 Per Person

Including a glass of wine or soft drink & a ½ bottle of water

Minimum number of guests: 50 | Price Includes VAT

Please Inform our representative at reservation stage in case of any allergens or intolerances.

Set Menu 2

STARTERS

(To Share)

FOCACCIA CHEESY GARLIC

Pizza base smothered with garlic butter and mozzarella

FOCACCIA BRUSCHETTA

Pizza base with fresh tomatoes, garlic, onions and fresh basil mix

PENNE POLLO

Penne tossed with chicken strips, garlic, walnuts, sundried tomatoes, fresh cream, fresh herbs and baby spinach MAIN COURSES (To Share)

BUTCHER’S MIXED GRILLED

Grilled prime cut of flap meat with chimichurri salsa

Crispy-fried chicken wings tossed in Teriyaki dressing

Grilled boneless chicken thighs with rosemary and garlic-infused oil marination

Braised pork ribs smothered with our signature BBQ sauce

Grilled local maltese sausage

ACCOMPANIMENTS

Roasted potatoes

Fresh salad Coleslaw

French fries DESSERTS

APPLE PIE

Traditional apple pie with hints of vanilla and cinnamon or

CHOCOLATE FUDGE

Dense chocolate fudge cake with Belgian chocolate mousse filling & Gianduja glaze

€29.95 Per Person

Including a glass of wine or soft drink & a ½ bottle of water

Minimum number of guests: 50 | Price Includes VAT

Please Inform our representative at reservation stage in case of any allergens or intolerances.

Set Menu 3

STARTERS

FUNGHI AL AGLIO

Pan-seared mushrooms in garlic butter, white wine and fresh herbs. Served with toasted Maltese bread or

HONEY DRIZZLED FETA

Fried breaded feta cheese cubes, served on a crispy petit salad

Drizzled with honey and cracked roasted pistachios or

ZUPPA DI PESCE

Fresh clams, fish & mussels, cooked in fish liquor with fresh herbs, cherry tomatoes and onions. With toasted garlic bread

MAIN COURSES

PESCATORE PIZZA

Tomato sauce, tuna, onions, capers, mussels in shells, clams in shells and king prawn or

POLLO AI FUNGHI

Grilled chicken breast with fried mushrooms and leeks. Finished with marsala sauce Fries and salad or

PORCHETTA GRIGLIATA

8hr confit pork belly, caramelized with brown sugar & soy sauce on braised lentils Fries and salad or

GRILLED VEGGIE QUINOA SALAD

Quinoa, grilled vegetables, cherry tomatoes, olives, beetroot, orange, feta cheese and roasted pumpkin seeds, Chickpeas dressed with roasted garlic oil

DESSERTS

APPLE CRUMBLE Vanilla ice cream or

CHOCOLATE FUDGE

Chocolate fudge cake with Belgian chocolate mousse filling and Gianduja glaze

€33.95 Per Person

Including a glass of wine or soft drink & a ½ bottle of water

Minimum number of guests: 50 | Price Includes VAT

Please Inform our representative at reservation stage in case of any allergens or intolerances.

Set Menu 4

STARTERS (To Share)

FOCACCIA BRUSCHETTA

Focaccia pizza topped with chopped tomatoes, garlic, basil and onions

INTERMEDIATE

RISOTTO FUNGHI

Medley of mushrooms, garlic, fresh herbs, truffle paste, parmesan and extra virgin oil or PENNE CHICKEN

Chicken strips, walnuts, sundried tomatoes, fresh cream, fresh herbs and baby spinach

MAIN COURSES

(All served with a side salad and fries) TAGLIATA DI MANZO

400gr Grilled prime cut of flap meat. Served with rocket and parmesan shavings or

SEABASS AL CARTACCIO

Seabass fillets closed in pouch with garlic, cherry tomatoes, pitted olives and soft herbs or

GRILLED LAMB KOFTAS

Fresh lamb koftas seasoned with Moroccan spices on herb couscous Served with garlic yoghurt

DESSERT CARROT CAKE

Classic carrot cake with cream cheese frosting centre. Finished with roasted almonds or

TIRAMISU

Layers of lady fingers dipped in coffee, egg, sugar and mascarpone cheese

€36.50 Per Person

Including a glass of wine or soft drink & a ½ bottle of water

Minimum number of guests: 50 | Price Includes VAT

Please Inform our representative at reservation stage in case of any allergens or intolerances.

Festive Events Incentive Scheme

RESTAURANT

OVER RATE,

ROOM,

OVER

A GASTRONOMICAL FEAST IN QAWRA

Not every Christmas work-do requires the black-tie treatment. For a festive feast that cranks the fun factor all the way up to 11 there’s Cheeky Monkey.

With the outlet conveniently located along the Qawra promenade, this superb gastropub serves up hearty food with a generous side order of high jinks, making it an ideal hangout for the entire team to kickback and have a great time together.

Monkey Nibbles

Rosemary-flavoured focaccia with guacamole and melted cheddar dip.

Crispy-fried breaded brie with cranberry sauce.

Mini chicken Caesar salad.

Beef sliders.

Loaded skins with matured cheddar, bacon and sour cream.

Voodoo wings with monkey spice sauce.

Mushroom trellis.

Spiced fresh salmon, mustard mayo.

Tomato and mozzarella arancini.

Mushroom risotto.

Chocolate and vanilla éclairs.

Mini apple tart.

Plated

STARTERS

Torched burratina salad with cherry tomato chutney and pesto. or

Garganelle with ricotta, chillies and tomato fondue.

MAIN COURSE

Baked Norwegian salmon, herb crust, lemon dressing or

Beef tagliata served with rucola and parmesan shavings (Main courses are served with spicy wedges and seasonal salad)

DESSERT

Apple Bretton, vanilla ice cream or Chocolate brownie with strawberry ice cream

Festive Events Incentive Scheme

BOOKING

SLEEP OVER RATE, PER ROOM, UP TO 5 PERSONS **

SLEEP OVER RATE, PER ROOM, UP TO 3 PERSONS ***

* Full paying adults ** 2 bedroomed apartment on self catering basis *** 1 bedroomed apartment on self catering basis

Early check in at 12:00

Late check out at 14:00

Monkey

Persons

Early check in/out

Early check in/out

BRINGING CHRISTMAS TO YOU

As one of Malta’s leading catering specialists, we are also able to deliver our bespoke services to any venue in any location of your choice.

Should you prefer to organise a special Christmas surprise for your team at the office or are looking to host a festive event at an alternative venue that isn’t tied to an exclusive caterer, then AX Events is your partner of choice.

GIFTS THEY WILL TREASURE

When your employees go above and beyond to deliver results, they deserve a gift that shows them they’re valued. This year, why not reward your prized talent with a corporate Christmas gift that’s elevated, thoughtful, and truly surprising.

AX Gift Vouchers open up a world of first-class experiences for recipients to choose from, including 5-star staycations at our leading hotels, MICHELINstarred dining experiences, fabulous pool days at our beach lidos, gym memberships, sensational spa treatments, and much more. They’ll be positively spoilt for choice.

This festive season we’re happy to extend a special offer to clients looking to purchase bundles of AX Gift Vouchers for their employees:

Purchase €500 and €1,000 worth of vouchers

Purchase over €2,001 worth of vouchers and receive a

Purchase €1,001 and €2,000 worth of vouchers

and receive a

and receive a

discount

Each gift voucher is redeemable at any outlet that falls under the AX Hotels family of brands. Purchase your AX Gift Vouchers today by visiting: www.axhotelsmalta.com/gift-vouchers/corporate-deals/ Christmas gift giving has never been this easy.

SENSATIONAL OVERNIGHT STAYS

SENSATIONAL OVERNIGHT STAYS

For an even more indulgent Christmas, why not tie in your festive AX banquet with a stylish winter staycation at AX Sunny Coast Resort & Spa in Qawra?

Let us be your host on the coast this Christmas where you can enjoy your own self-catering apartment together with a selection of leisure facilities such as an indoor pool, gym, spa, and squash courts, all delivered with AX Hotels’ signature hospitality.

Explore our full range of overnight stay packages for this holiday season.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

These sleepover rates are only applicable for clients who will be attending an event organized by the client’s corporation or organization. When booking your stay, kindly quote the name of your company or organization and the name of the event. Rates are not applicable between the 24th of December 2022 and the 2nd of January 2023. The hotel reserves the right to include other black-out dates.

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