Sliema | 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.

PARTY AT AX THE PALACE

Make your Christmas celebrations sparkle with a festive event at the 5-star AX The Palace. Set in central Sliema, this stylish award-winning hotel has become a byword for world-class hospitality.

Within its stellar interiors are a collection of stunning halls, dining rooms, and restaurant venues to suit festive celebrations of all kinds.

Triq il-Kbira, Sliema +356 2262 3203/4 events.palace@axhotelsmalta.com

Santa-Approved Meal

- Buffet Menu 1 -

CHEF’S ANTIPASTO

Freshly prepared salads and antipasti including crisp salads, natural and compound salads, cold cuts and shellfish complemented with sauces, dressings, herb oils and vinegars

SOUP

Potato and leek soup, Gruyère cheese croûtes

PASTA

Casarecce tossed in a roast pumpkin, feta cheese and hazelnut pesto Orecchiette with fresh tomatoes, basil, ricotta salata and smoked Maltese sausage Served with Parmesan shavings

MAIN COURSE

Roast turkey with festive chipolata sausages, own jus and cranberry sauce

Baked stone bass, prawns and clam velouté

Braised beef bourguignon with red wine, rosemary and shallots Festive seasonal vegetables New potatoes

THE CHEESE BOARD

Parmesan, blue vein, local peppered and white sheep cheese served with water biscuits, grapes and homemade chutney

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

€34.95 Per Person

Including a ½ bottle of house wine and a ½ bottle of water (during meal)

€5.00 per person upgrade for free-flowing house wine, beers, soft drinks and minerals

Minimum: 35 persons | Complimentary 5 hours parking, subject to availability

All our menus are sample menus since we use the freshest produce so some menu items may change accordingly.

A Holly Jolly Feast

- Buffet Menu 2 -

CHEF’S ANTIPASTO

Freshly prepared salads and antipasti including crisp salads, natural and compound salads, cold cuts and shellfish complemented with sauces, dressings, herb oils and vinegars

SOUP AND PASTA

Forest mushroom soup, garlic cheese croûtes

Stringozzi tossed in a tomato sauce, lamb ragout and black olives Penne in a curried mussel and spinach cream Served with Parmesan shavings

CARVERY

Roast turkey with festive chipolata sausages, own jus and cranberry sauce

THE HOT COUNTER

Baked perch, mussel soffritto

Braised beef bourguignon with red wine, rosemary and shallots Tabbouleh with lentils and mint Festive market vegetables New potatoes

TEMPTASIAN TABLE

Fried prawn crackers, Vegetable samosas, Thai chicken curry Singaporean fried noodles

THE CHEESE BOARD

Parmesan, blue vein, local peppered and white sheep cheese served with water biscuits, grapes and homemade chutney

DESSERT

A selection of desserts including Christmas log, Christmas pudding with brandy sauce, white chocolate panna cotta, passion fruit tart, vanilla profiteroles, pear frangipane tart, chocolate Sacher cake, apple crumble, fresh fruit salad, served with fresh cream, mango coulis and berry compôte Coffee and mince pies

€38.95 Per Person

Including a ½ bottle of house wine and a ½ bottle of water (during meal) €5.00 per person upgrade for free-flowing of house wine, beers, soft drinks and minerals

Minimum: 35 persons | Complimentary 5 hours parking, subject to availability

All our menus are sample menus since we use the freshest produce so some menu items may change accordingly.

Chef’s Plated Menu

STARTER

Home-smoked duck with mango chillies, coriander and ginger dressing, petite salad in a crispy oriental basket

Pulled beef croquets, Parmesan and parsnip purée herb oil

Grilled halloumi roasted vegetables, flamed peppers, honey and thyme coulis

INTERMEDIATE

Butternut squash soup infused with five-spice, star anise, crispy pancetta Casarecce tossed in sundried tomato, zucchini, olives and spinach

MANGO SORBET

MAIN COURSE

Baked seabass paupiettes rolled with a salmon and basil mousse, asparagus, clam and fennel risotto, saffron cream Roast turkey, caramelised roast parsnips and carrots, fondant potatoes and prune jus Slow-roasted beef fillet mignons set on creamed cabbage, roasted carrots and a Parmesan baked saffron and garlic mash, thyme jus

DESSERT

Baked dark chocolate and cherry tart, spiced berry compôte and Bailey’s ice cream Christmas pudding, festive berry compôte and brandy sauce Coffee and mince pies

Minimum 12 pax

Served in The Tabloid, Talk of Town or a private venue (at a supplement) Beverage Packages available

Minimum: 35 persons | Complimentary 5 hours parking, subject to availability

All our menus are sample menus since we use the freshest produce so some menu items may change accordingly.

A Family Affair

- Reception Menu (18 Items) -

COLD ITEMS

Smoked salmon on blini and chive sour cream with yuzu Glazed pork belly with miso gel

Duck liver pâté in a brioche bun, cranberry, thyme and candied orange

Grilled aubergine caviar with goat’s cheese

Sticky chicken with hoisin sauce in cone pastry Roast beef wrapped with Mexican vegetables

HOT ITEMS

Funghi and porcini mini pizza Duck spring rolls, plum sauce

Mini smoked chicken sweet corn pies

Chinese steamed buns with pork, cucumber and scallions

Lamb kofta, tzatziki, cucumber and mint dip Prawn in a blanket, sweet chilli dip Yakitori chicken skewers

Vegetable money bags, Thai coconut dip

HOT BOWL

Thai red chicken curry on jasmine rice DESSERT

Christmas pudding

Festive chocolate and berry mousse Yuletide log with Bailey’s cream

€38.95 Per Person

Includes free-flowing wines, beer, soft drinks, juices and water (max 4 hours)

€48.95 Per Person

Upgrade to a full open bar

Bar service charge of €2.00 per person when spirits supplied by client

Service of chefs, waiters and barmen Complimentary venue

Minimum: 35 persons | Complimentary 5 hours parking, subject to availability

All our menus are sample menus since we use the freshest produce so some menu items may change accordingly.

Bite-Size Delights - Reception Menu (24 Items) -

COLD ITEMS

Smoked salmon, cucumber and sour cream open sandwich drizzled with yuzu Stilton on crostini with grape chutney Lebanese spiced prawn, tzatziki

Pulled pork roulade, apple chutney Hummus on pitta bread with quail egg

Chicken liver in brioche bun, cranberry and candied orange Parma ham roses, fig chutney and orange zest

Selection of sushi served with pickled ginger, wasabi and soy

The Palace mini club wraps

HOT ITEMS

Funghi and tartufo mini pizza Duck spring rolls, hoisin sauce Mexican bean and chilli cheese tarts Chinese steamed buns with pork, cucumber and scallions sriracha mayo Lamb kofta, tzatziki, cucumber and mint dip BBQ pulled pork croquettes Crispy prawns, sweet chilli dip Vegetable money bags, coconut dipping sauce

HOT PLATES AND BOWLS

Mini beef burgers and fries, BBQ mayo and gherkin relish Red curry chicken on jasmine rice

DESSERT

Christmas pudding, Festive chocolate and berry mousse, Yuletide log with Bailey’s cream, Mince pies, Lemon and cherry meringue

€42.95 Per Person

Includes free-flowing wines, beer, soft drinks, juices and water (max 4 hours)

€52.95 Per Person

Upgrade to a full open bar

Bar service charge of €2.00 per person when spirits supplied by client Service of chefs, waiters and barmen Complimentary use of venue

Minimum: 35 persons | Complimentary 5 hours parking, subject to availability

All our menus are sample menus since we use the freshest produce so some menu items may change accordingly.

Themed Tables - To Accompany Reception Menus -

PASTA

Choose any three choices from the following: Orecchiette, farfalle, fusilli, penne, casarecce, bucatini Sauces include:

Alla zarina with smoked salmon and vodka cream Funghi di bosco e pancetta

Pomodoro e basilico

Al pesto Al ragù served with Parmesan shavings

€6.50 Per Person ASIAN NOODLE TABLE

Chow Mein noodles with chicken Singaporean-style noodles with shredded beef Prawn and egg-fried rice

€7.50 Per Person

TEMPTASIAN TABLE

Beef oyster

Chicken mo gu ji BBQ spareribs Singaporean fried noodles Japanese fried rice

€8.00 Per Person IL CONTADINO

Charcuterie of different cured ham and salami including Red Leicester cheese, Parmesan cheese, blue vein cheese, peppered and white goat cheese, served with grapes, dried fruit, pickles, grissini and galletti

€7.50 Per Person

Beverages

Welcome drink (Mulled wine or sparkling wine)

€3.00 Per Person

Welcome drink and canapé (Mulled wine or sparkling wine)

€6.50 Per Person

COMPLIMENTARY

Festive Events Incentive Scheme

SYSTEM

A CLASSIC CHRISTMAS

AX The Victoria provides an enchanting backdrop for a classic Christmas with a vintage touch. This 4-star hotel in Sliema houses a charming range of spaces for hosting grand canapé style receptions, timeless sit-down meals or casual dos.

Choose from the intimate William Shakespeare Suite, the gold-and-pastel-hued Copperfield’s Hall or the cosy pub Penny Black Pub to raise a festive tipple among colleagues on a winter’s eve.

Gorg

Olivier Street, Sliema

A December to Remember

- Buffet Menu 1 -

ANTIPASTO COUNTER

An array of natural and compound salads including a selection of cold cuts, mixed greens, pasta and rice salads, Moroccan couscous, mixed seafood salads and more served with condiments dressings and a baker’s basket

SOUP AND PASTA

Cream of lentil and chorizo garnished with cilantro

Penne tossed in pancetta, mushrooms and a light tomato sauce

Served with Grana and flavoured oils

HOT DISHES

Pan-fried merluzz, mussels and champagne cream

Roasted pork loin served with Brussels sprouts, bacon and pork jus Roasted traditional turkey accompanied with sage and cranberry jus Rice pilaf with vegetables, cinnamon, cloves and bay leaves

Panache of vegetables

Seasoned potato wedges

DESSERT

A choice of gâteaux, flans and mousses, Christmas desserts and fruit salad, prepared by our pastry chef

Coffee

€26.95 Per Person

Including free-flowing house wine and water (during meal)

€5.00 per person upgrade for free-flowing Pecorino and Aglianico wines, beers, soft drinks and minerals

Minimum: 35 persons | Complimentary 5 hours parking, subject to availability

All our menus are sample menus since we use the freshest produce so some menu items may change accordingly.

Yuletide Magic

- Buffet Menu 2 -

ANTIPASTO COUNTER

An array of natural and compound salads including a selection of cold cuts, mixed greens, pasta and rice salads, Moroccan couscous, mixed seafood salads and more served with condiments dressings and a baker’s basket

SOUP AND PASTA

Cream of lentil and chorizo garnished with cilantro Penne tossed in pancetta, mushrooms and a light tomato sauce Served with Grana and flavoured oils

FRITTORIA

Calamari rings, onion rings, vegetable fritters Chive cream and tartare sauce

CARVERY

Roasted traditional turkey accompanied with sage and cranberry jus

HOT DISHES

Baked cernia fillets with cherry tomato, capers and kalamata olives

Roasted pork loin served with Brussels sprouts, bacon and pork jus Roasted chicken pieces marinated with Middle Eastern spices, served with vegetable couscous and a sweet tomato sauce Rice pilaf with vegetables, cinnamon, cloves and bay leaves Panache of vegetables Seasoned potato wedges

CHEESE BOARD

A selection of hard and soft cheeses, Danish and goat’s cheese served with dried fruits, crackers and water biscuits

DESSERT

A choice of gâteaux, flans and mousses, Christmas desserts and fruit salad, prepared by our pastry chef

Coffee

€29.95 Per Person

Including free-flowing house wine and water (during meal) €5.00 per person upgrade for free-flowing Pecorino and Aglianico wines, beers, soft drinks and minerals

Minimum: 35 persons | Complimentary 5 hours parking, subject to availability All our menus are sample menus since we use the freshest produce so some menu items may change accordingly.

Holly Jolly Holiday Party - Cocktail Reception (20 Items) -

COLD ITEMS

Aubergine caviar, cherry tomato and quail egg on toast Beetroot tartare, horseradish and aioli on croûte

Citrus cured gravlax, dill and cream cheese on cucumber slice Hummus and chorizo mille-feuille Roast beef, grain mayo and rucola oil

HOT ITEMS

Mushroom and Taleggio arancini Chicken and chorizo skewer

Calamari fritti, tartare sauce

Fried mozzarella balls with tomato jam

Pulled beef, chipotle mayo and pickled red cabbage taco Tomato and smoked cheese panzerotti Duck spring roll with ponzu sauce Mini pitta stuffed with lamb with tzatziki sauce Maltese sausage and leek tart Deep-fried shrimp balls with a sweet chilli dip

BOWL

Penne tossed in pancetta, mushrooms and a light tomato sauce

SWEETS

Selection of 4 assorted French pastries

€30.95 Per Person

Includes free-flowing wines, beer, soft drinks, juices and water (max 4 hours)

€40.95 Per Person

Upgrade to a full open bar

Bar service charge of €2.00 per person when spirits supplied by client

Service of chefs, waiters and barmen Complimentary venue

Minimum: 35 persons | Complimentary 5 hours parking, subject to availability

All our menus are sample menus since we use the freshest produce so some menu items may change accordingly.

Frosty Fest - Cocktail Reception (25 Items) -

COLD ITEMS

Beetroot tartare, horseradish and aioli on croûte

Citrus cured gravlax, dill and cream cheese on cucumber slice

Hummus and chorizo mille-feuille

Roast beef, grain mayo and rucola oil

Aubergine caviar, cherry tomato and quail egg on toast Marinated prawn and cucumber

HOT ITEMS

Mushroom and Taleggio arancini Chicken and chorizo skewer

Calamari fritti, tartare sauce

Fried mozzarella balls with tomato jam

Pulled beef, chipotle mayo and pickled red cabbage taco Tomato and smoked cheese panzerotti Duck spring roll with ponzu sauce

Mini pitta stuffed with lamb with tzatziki sauce

Maltese sausage and leek tart

Deep-fried shrimp balls with a sweet chilli dip Pork dim sum with honey and soy Mini beef pie

Deep-fried pork lollipops with fennel and paprika

BOWLS AND PLATES

Penne tossed in pancetta, mushrooms and a light tomato sauce Mini burgers and fries with onion jam

SWEETS

Selection of 4 assorted French pastries

€38.95 Per Person

Includes free-flowing supply of wines, beer, soft drinks, juices and water (max 4 hours)

€48.95 Per Person

Upgrade to a full open bar

Bar service charge of €2.00 per person when spirits supplied by client Service of chefs, waiters and barmen Complimentary venue

Minimum: 35 persons | Complimentary 5 hours parking, subject to availability

All our menus are sample menus since we use the freshest produce so some menu items may change accordingly.

Themed Tables - To Accompany Reception Menus -

PASTA STATION

(Choose 3 types of pasta and 3 types of sauces)

Penne, Casarecce, Orecchiette, Fusilli Sicilian sausage, fennel, and rucola Pancetta, mushrooms, cherry tomato and cream Prawn bisque, clams, mussels, cherry tomato and fresh herbs Red pepper, anchovy, walnuts and rucola Served with grated grana and flavoured oils

€6.00 Per Person

PENNY BLACK STALL (Choose 3 of the below)

Mini corn dogs Sweet and spicy chicken fillets Beer-battered fish Truffle, mushroom and pea ‘timballini’ Mini Penny Black burgers, lettuce and tomatoes served in a bun Served with fries, barbecue sauce and mayo

€7.50 Per Person

CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE STATION

Grana, Edam, Danish blue, Gozo peppered cheeselets, smoked Applewood, Napoli salami, Calabrese salami, Milanese salami, Arrosto, Speck Served with water biscuits, grissini, focaccia, celery sticks, sliced carrots and grapes

€6.50 Per Person

Party at the Pub PLATTERS TO SHARE

Olives, tomato and chilli bruschetta

Mini corn dogs

Smoked beef, pickled red cabbage and chipotle mayo tacos Sweet and spicy chicken fillets Beer-battered fish

Truffle, mushroom and pea ‘timballini’ Mini Penny Black burgers, lettuce and tomatoes served in a bun Loaded potato skins with mature cheddar, spring onion and chorizo

SWEETS

Selection of French pastries

€29.95 Per Person

Includes free-flowing wines, beer, soft drinks, juices and water (max 4 hours)

€39.95 Per Person

Upgrade to a full open bar

Minimum: 12 persons | Complimentary 5 hours parking, subject to availability

Events Incentive Scheme

FESTIVE FUSION

Spice up your festive season with a sensational Asian fusion dining experience at the highly acclaimed TemptAsian.

Set on the ninth floor at AX The Palace, this stylish restaurant boasts diverse cuisine of the East for a festive twist and enjoys spectacular views that look out over the Sliema skyline-a mesmerising backdrop for an unforgettable evening among colleagues.

AX The Palace, Triq il-Kbira, Sliema +356 2262 3203/4 events.palace@axhotelsmalta.com

The Asian Potlock - Sharing Menu 1 -

COMBINATION BASKET

Consisting of crispy rice puffed prawns, chicken samosas, duck parcels, vegetable spring rolls and sweet corn fritters, served with sweet chilli sauce and garlic soy sauce

ORIENTAL DISHES

CHINESE STIR FRY CHICKEN

With spring onions, coloured peppers and cashew nuts

PORK IN BLACK BEAN SAUCE

Strips of pork in a black bean sauce and vegetables

SINGAPOREAN CRISPY BEEF

Beef strips marinated in the Singaporean method, deep-fried and served with a sweet chilli sauce

VEGETABLE CHOW MEIN NOODLES

Egg-fried noodles served with vegetables

JASMINE STEAMED RICE

DESSERT

Passion fruit tart, with mango sorbet

€35.00 Per Person (Food Only)

Minimum: 12 persons | Complimentary 5 hours parking, subject to availability

All our menus are sample menus since we use the freshest produce so some menu items may change accordingly.

South-East Pot - Sharing Menu 2 -

SUSHI

Nigiri salmon sushi, wakame seaweed salad

TEMPTASIAN PLATTER

Duck parcel, crispy rice puffed prawn, pork saté, chicken tikka, sweet corn fritter, chao shao sticky spareribs, marinated seaweed salad, accompanied with sweet chilli, kikko soy and saté

ORIENTAL DISHES

INDIAN BUTTER CHICKEN

Marinated in a blended tomato-based sauce with yoghurt, garam masala, cumin, ginger and garlic paste, lime, coriander, chilli, turmeric, ground cashews and fenugreek leaves

SWEET AND SOUR PORK

Served with fresh pineapple and oriental vegetables

BEEF OYSTER

Stir fry beef with seasonal vegetables

SINGAPOREAN STYLE NOODLES

Egg-fried, green bean noodles served with vegetables

JASMINE STEAMED RICE

DESSERT

Chocolate and coconut crème caramel

€40.00 Per Person (Food Only)

Minimum: 12 persons | Complimentary 5 hours parking, subject to availability

All our menus are sample menus since we use the freshest produce so some menu items may change accordingly.

The Spice Exchange - Sharing Menu 3 -

SELECTION OF SUSHI

Wakame seaweed salad

SOUP

Chicken, coconut milk and galangal soup

PEKING DUCK

Traditional Chinese duck served with pancakes, scallions, cucumber and hoisin sauce

ORIENTAL DISHES

PRAWNS

Prawns tossed in a wok, Japanese style, in apple and ginger soy

THAI CHICKEN

With pineapple, basil, coriander, onion, chilli, garlic, ginger and panang curry paste

CHINESE-STYLE SIZZLED BEEF

Sliced fillet of beef served with spring onions, butter, ginger and garlic served on a hot griddle

SINGAPOREAN STYLE NOODLES

Egg-fried, green bean noodles served with vegetables

JASMINE STEAMED RICE

DESSERT

Sangkaya baked custard served with coconut ice cream

€50.00 Per Person (Food Only)

Minimum: 12 persons | Complimentary 5 hours parking, subject to availability

All our menus are sample menus since we use the freshest produce so some menu items may change accordingly.

Beverage Packages

WINE PACKAGE 1

½ bottle Marsovin Caravaggio DOC and ½ local mineral water

€12.00 Per Person

BEVERAGE PACKAGE 2

½ bottle Gavi or Chianti and ½ local mineral water

€14.00 Per Person

Party at TemptAsian

APERITIF

Aperol Spritz and Bellini

Selection of sushi

PASS ROUNDS

Chicken samosas Duck parcels

Vegetable spring roll Fried dim sums Pork satay Chicken tikka

ASSISTED ASIAN STATION

YAO GUO JI

Chinese stir fry chicken with spring onions, coloured peppers and cashews nuts

DUO CIN ROU DING

Strips of pork served in a black bean sauce with vegetables

JASMINE STEAMED RICE

SINGAPOREAN STYLE NOODLES

DESSERT

Selection of mini pastries and tartlets

DRINKS

Free-flowing beers, wines and soft drinks

€45.00 Per Person

Minimum: 24 persons | Vegetarian alternatives available

Complimentary 5 hours parking.

Festive Events Incentive Scheme

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

receive

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

Purchase over €2,001 worth of vouchers

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 one of our sensational hotels in Sliema.

No matter your hotel of choice, whether our 5-star AX

The Palace or 4-star AX The Victoria Hotel, you’ll enjoy privileged access to a collection of first-class indoor and outdoor pools, restaurants, and leisure facilities, 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.