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Please find some very general ideas enclosed below - however it is such a unique venue that you must come down to Ocean Village Marina & look around - I can then discuss all of your thoughts, ideas, budget etc to work out the best way forward to find you the ideal way to enjoy your cruise.
Once on board you will not need to do anything except relax & enjoy being with all of your family & friends.Your guests will be invited down to eat etc by crew members & the whole day will roll into the night making amazing memories that are so different to your average celebration.
EXAMPLE DAY ITINERARY - we can adjust itinerary according to time that you require the ship from feel free to call us and discuss ! 1.00pm
All guests boarding the ship on Bridge deck with possible Welcome drink to get party mood going ! Or cash bar open & available.
1.30pm
Guests invited down to Lower restaurant Deck where menu will be served - to be confirmed - ( approximately from £25.00 onwards )
2.30pm
Departing on gentle cruise in local waters taking in all activities - up River Hamble or River Beaulieu, over to Cowes, viewing of cruise ships etc.
2.35pm
Dancing & entertainment to commence on Bridge deck with our resident DJ - £325 he will play any of your all time favourite tracks to suit you all.
5.00pm
Returning to homeport for gradual disembarkation of all guests at their leisure.
5.30pm
Last drinks & final farewells as last guests depart in order for staff to prepare ship for next event
EVENING ITINERARY 6.30pm All guests boarding the ship on Bridge deck with Welcome drink TBC - Approximately from £5.50 7.30pm
Guests invited below to Lower restaurant Deck where Dinner will be served – see our menus
8.30pm
Departing on gentle cruise in local waters – taking in all activities – River Beaulieu River Hamble/ over to Cowes if good weather.
8.35pm
Dancing & entertainment to commence on Bridge deck – our local DJ – (£300) or vocalist/band
11.00pm
Returning to homeport for gradual disembarkation of all guests at their leisure.
11.30pm
Final drinks & farewells as last guests depart.
What the people say ..... Good Afternoon Andi, I would like to say a huge thank you to you both on behalf of everybody at The Fair Trade Practice! We had an exceptional day out on the Princess Caroline and it could not have happened without the hard work and flexibility of your team. The day was a resounding success; the staff have been singing it's praises and bragging around the building all morning, which is exactly the sort of buzz that we hoped to create. I must also offer a huge well done to your catering team; we've been talking about the amazing food all morning! I couldn't have made food that lovely in my kitchen, let alone on a boat! They really are a credit to you. Thank you again, I'm sure that I will be seeing you again. Many Thanks
Hi Andi, what can I say, what an absolute gem of a find so glad I came across the Princess Caroline. The most amazing service, food. Staff were so accommodating from start to finish, fabulous hen do and fabulous venue! Thank you so much x
Hi Andi I just wanted to thank you for Jeff's amazing party on board The Princess Caroline on Sunday evening. It was a truly magical evening and everybody had a fantastic time.
Hi Andi and Jay and the PC Crew Family Heartfelt thanks again for another wonderful Fireworks Dinner Cruise on Friday. Many lovely comments being received from happy passengers, all expressing what a lovely atmosphere there was. The meal, service and friendly Crew were excellent, as always and the calming of the weather came at just the right moment. Thank you for all your support and also for you generosity with wine. We very much hope we will be able to hire the boat again next year and also hope to see you before next August! Meanwhile, our sincere thanks to you all
Come and make your own memories with us
APPROXIMATE COST
3 courses - £35.50 per person Please find lots of food ideas for your perusal - all are well tried & tested for large groups !
3 course menu selection - please pick and choose ONE x ENTRE, One x MAIN COURSE & ONE DESSERT
items can be replaced with our alternatives. Please let me know numbers of vegetarians & can make suggestions accordingly. MENU A Selection of Warm Breads served with Butter Beetroot & Orange Summer Salad Drizzled with a Balsamic Syrup & topped with fresh Basil.
Fillets of Chicken filled with Creamy Brie & Wrapped in Smoked Bacon with a White wine sauce, Chef's Selection of Steamed Vegetables & Roasted Paprika Potatoes.
Homemade Apple & Pear Crumble served Fresh from the Oven with a Vanilla Sauce or Cream MENU B Selection of Warm Breads served with Butter Delicious Rocquefort & Pear Salad with a Classic French Vinaigrette. Medallions of Pork with a Mustard & Cognac Reduction, Seasonal Vegetables & New Potatoes.
Passion Fruit Crème Brulee. MENU C Selection of warm Breads served with Butter. Salad of Smoked Salmon on a Bed of Crispy Leaves with Honey & Dill Dressing.
Fillets of Chicken with a Creamy Tarragon & Grape Sauce, Seasonal Vegetables & Coriander Infused Rice.
Orange &Chocolate Cheesecake served with Fresh Cream - crunchy biscuit base topped with milk chocolate filling, masked with chocolate flakes & dusted.
Foods freshly prepared on the boat .....for starters
DIFFERENT STYLES OF FOOD IDEAS 2016 - Please also feel free to allocate a set price per person for this area & I can work out ideas & suggestions within this pricing. Please chose 5 canapés & I can price it accordingly - from £13 to £17.00 they are all prepared freshly on board as you arrive : Vegetable Samosas with Yoghurt & Mint Dip Crudités served with hummus Spinach & Feta Goujons
Smoked salmon Rolls filled with Cream Cheese & Chives. Herb & Garlic Bread
Chinese spring rolls served with Sweet Chilli dip.
Baby tuna Tartlettes with dill & Lemon Mayonnaise. Chicken Satays Asparagus tips wrapped in parma ham
Toasties topped with Melted Goats cheese & Red Peppers Spicy Falafel -
Tartlettes with Quails Eggs, Caviar & Lemon Mayonnaise Mango & Halloumi Kebabs
Tiger Prawns wrapped in Filo Pastry with salsa Smoked Haddock & Coriander fishcakes
Cucumber Rondels of Crab & Chilli dusted with Paprika Bite size Salmon Fishcakes with Saffron Dip Deep Fried Brie with Cranberry dip.
Asparagus & Pea Risotto served on a Chinese Spoon.
Marinated Tuna Carpaccio with Wasabi & Gherkin
You can choose to replace one or other of the menus dish ALTERNATIVE MAIN COURSES Chicken & Sea food Paella Bouef Bourguignon with New Potatoes & Chives Chicken Chasseur in a White Wine Sauce served with Wild Rice & Mushrooms. Spinach, Tomato, Mozzarella Lasagne served with fresh green Leaves in a Classic Vinaigrette. Hungarian Goulash with new Potatoes Sprinkled with Fresh Chives Spicy Moroccan Chicken with Chick Peas, Tomatoes & Cous cous. Spring Onion & Garden Pea Risotto topped with Shavings of Parmesan.
OTHER ALTERNATIVE DESSERT IDEAS Strawberry Shortbread Cheesecake Split - topped with delicious Strawberries & chunky shortbread biscuits Raspberry & Belgian White Chocolate Bavarois with Swirls of Raspberry Coulis. Tarte Au Citron Chocolate & Orange Licquer Mousse with Swirls of Orange Coulis Seasonal Fruit Pavlova with Fresh Cream & Swirls of Strawberry Coulis. Eton Mess - always great in the summer ! Lime & Coconut cheesecake - not for the faint hearted ! Traditional Paris Brest - choux pastry filled with vanilla pastry cream,topped with a strawberries,double cream & finished with a Belgian Chocolate Icing. Hot Berries with Vanilla Sauce Red Wine Marinated Poached Pears with Ice Cream.
Menu Suggestions MAIN COURSE - from £17.75 onwards per guest - you can play around & chose the parts that appeal if you prefer ? Warm Bread with butter will be served with all of the menus below. MENU A - some chicken examples. Fillets of Chicken Supreme served with a Tarragon & Grape Sauce served with Chef's Selection of Steamed Vegetables & Baby New Potatoes in Chive Butter. OR
Spicy Chicken Marinated in Garlic ,Lemon , Harissa & Fresh Herbs & served with Tomato Salsa & Coriander Infused Rice. OR
Fillets of Chicken filled with Creamy Brie & Wrapped in Smoked Bacon with a White wine sauce, Chef's Selection of Steamed Vegetables & Roasted Paprika Potatoes. OR
Marinated Chicken in Balsamic Glaze served with a Orange, White Wine &
Balsamic Reduction, Piquante Vegetable Selection & Rosemary & Garlic Infused Roasted New Potatoes. OR
Oriental Chicken Pieces Lightly Marinaded in Eastern Spices, Basted with Soy &
Hoi Sin Sauce, Olive Oil & Crushed Capers served with Baby Spinach Leaves with a Tangy Lime Dressing & Toasted Pine nuts. MENU B Medallions of Pork on a Bed of Wilted Spinach with a Mustard & Cognac Sauce, Seasonal Vegetables & Roasted Cumin Potatoes MENU C Slowly Cooked to perfection Lamb Shanks in a Rich Port Wine Jus,Steamed Vegetables & Roasted Garlic Creamy Mash.
MENU D - £24.50 expensive as I only buy the best beef but absolutely stunning to eat ! Contre Fillet of Beef ,Spiked with Garlic, Rolled in Herb de Provence & Cracked Black Pepper served with a Rich Madeira & Wild Mushroom Sauce, Chef's selection of Vegetables & Roasted Paprika Potatoes.
MENU E Confit of Duck served with an Orange & Cointreau Sauce,Bunches of French Beans Tied with Creamy Leek Mash
EASY RELAXED STYLE FOOD - choose from Moroccan Lamb with Kalamata Olives Preserved Lemon & Coriander with Saffron Steamed Rice with Fresh Herbs.
Sea food Paella OR Chicken & Chorizo Paella served with fresh green Leaves in a Classic Vinaigrette. Bouef Bourguignon with New Potatoes & Chives Chicken Chasseur in a White Wine Sauce served with White Rice & Wild Mushrooms. Coq Au Vin - good old classics that always taste comfortable. Hungarian Goulash with new Potatoes Sprinkled with Fresh Chives Spicy Moroccan Chicken with Chick Peas, Tomatoes & Cous cous. Spring Onion & Garden Pea Risotto topped with Shavings of Parmesan.
Spinach, Tomato, Mozzarella Lasagne - only for larger numbers Vegetable Curry with Coconut Rice.
Tabbouleh with Fresh Parsley & Lime Juice
VEGETARIAN IDEAS x number of guests that require this option please.
Vegetable Paella Summer time Petit Pois & Feta Risotto Topped with Fresh Mint Spicy Arribiata Linguine Mushroom Stroganoff with White Rice Vegetable Stir fry with Fresh Ginger & Soy Sauce on Bed of Coriander Infused Rice. Courgette, Red Pepper & Pea Risotto served with Fresh Mint. Saffron Pancakes Filled with Spinach & Tomato then topped with Melted Rustic cheese. Spinach, Tomato, Mozzarella Lasagne - only for larger numbers Vegetable Curry with Coconut Rice. Tabbouleh with Fresh Parsley & Lime Juice
Please find some ideas enclosed for food thoughts @ £22.90 per guest based on 100 guests attending : MAIN COURSE OPTIONS - PLEASE CHOSE ONE & ONE VEGETARIAN OPTION ( dependant on numbers then I will make either individual portions or decide on different menu for larger numbers. ) Vegetarian Choice MUST be pre ordered please. All Menus will be served with Bread, Butter & Bowls of Seasonal Steamed Vegetables. Chicken & Chorizo Paella Pork Stroganoff with Rice Chicken Chasseur in a White Wine Sauce served with White Rice Hungarian Goulash with New Potatoes Sprinkled with Fresh Chives Spicy Moroccan Chicken with Chick Peas, Tomatoes & Cous cous. VEGETARIAN OPTION Vegetable Paella Spring Onion & Garden Pea Risotto topped with Shavings of Parmesan. Vegetable Lasagna Mushroom Stroganof with Rice. Saffron Pancakes filled with Spinich & Tomato & Topped with Rustic Cheese. see desserts next page for a wide range
Desserts SOME DESSERTS TO MAKE YOUR MOUTH WATER MADE ON BOARD BY OUR PATISSERIE CHEF PLEASE CHOSE ONE. Double Chocolate Macaroon- chocolate sponge topped with a dark chocolate mousse,filled with macaroon pieces & topped with a rich white chocolate mousse. Strawberry Shortbread Cheesecake Split - topped with delicious Strawberries & chunky shortbread biscuits Raspberry & Belgian White Chocolate Bavarois. with Swirls of Raspberry Coulis. Tarte Au Citron Topped with Whipped cream Duo Chocolate Cheesecake - crunchy biscuit base topped with white & dark chocolate filling, masked with chocolate flakes & dusted. Chocolate & Orange Mousse Passion Fruit Creme Brulee Seasonal Fruit Pavlova with Fresh Cream & Swirls of Strawberry Coulis. Eton Mess - always great in the summer ! Lime & Coconut cheesecake - not for the faint hearted ! Traditional Paris Brest - choux pastry filled with vanilla pastry cream,topped with a strawberries, double cream & finished with a Belgian Chocolate Icing.
MENU A
Selection of Warm Breads served with Butter House Speciality of Chef's Rich Smooth Chicken Liver Pate served with Toast & Chilli Confiture Medallions of Pork with a Mustard & Cognac Sauce,Seasonal Vegetables & Baby New Potatoes. Orange & Chocolate Cheesecake
MENU B Selection of Warm Breads served with Butter Leek & Potato Soup Spicy Chicken Marinated in Garlic ,Lemon , Harissa & Fresh Herbs & served with Tomato Salsa & Coriander Infused Rice. Tangy Summer Lemon Mousse topped with Seasonal Red Berries & Whipped cream
MENU C Selection of warm Breads served with Butter. Smoked Salmon Terrine with a Dill & Lemon Crème Fraiche Sauce. Fillets of Chicken Supreme served with a Tarragon & Grape Sauce served with Chef's Selection of Steamed Vegetables & Roasted Rosemary & Garlic Infused Potatoes. Strawberries & Ice Cream
MENU D Selection of warm Breads served with Butter. Caesar Salad - Crisp Summer Leaves served with Sea Salt Croutons in a Creamy Dressing Pork Tenderlion Spiked with Garlic,Thyme served with Seasonal Steamed Vegetables & Warm Apple Sauce Summer Fruit Trifle with White Chocolate Cream.
MENU E - £36.50 expensive as I only buy the best beef but absolutely stunning to eat !
Cooked as a whole fillet so that it is well done on the outside & rare towards the middle as the chefs slice it before your guests. . Selection of Warm Rustic Breads served with Butter. Salad of Continental Leaves served with Warm Goat's Cheese Sprinkled with Roasted Pine Nuts & Drizzled with a Honey & Lemon Vinaigrette. Contre Fillet of Beef ,Spiked with Garlic, Rolled in Herb de Provence & Cracked Black Pepper served with a Rich Madeira & Wild Mushroom Sauce, Chef's selection of Vegetables & Roasted Cumin Potatoes.
Raspberry & Belgian White Chocolate Bavarois. with Swirls of Raspberry Coulis.
MENU F - £33.50
Selection of Warm Breads served with Butter
Summer Beetroot & Feta Salad Topped with Fresh Mint & served with a Lemon Dressing
Fresh Trout filled with Coriander en Papiotte with Lemon, Garlic, White Wine Jus.Seasonal Vegetables & Baby New Potatoes. Passion Fruit Crème Brule . MENU G - £32.50
Selection of Warm Breads served with Butter
Breaded Camembert served with a Red Berry Confiture on a Bed of Crispy leaves
Spicy Chicken Marinated in Garlic ,Lemon , Harissa & Fresh Herbs & served with Tomato Salsa & Coriander Infused Rice.
Homemade Apple & Red Berry Crumble served with Vanilla Sauce. MENU H - £33.95 Selection of warm Breads served with Butter.
Smoked Salmon Terrine with a Dill & Lemon Crème Fraiche Sauce.
Slowly Cooked to perfection Lamb Shanks in a Red Wine Jus,Steamed Vegetables & Roasted Garlic Creamy Mash. Strawberries & Ice Cream MENU I - £34.95 Selection of Warm Breads served with Butter
Caesar Salad of Continental Leaves, Topped with Sea Salt Croutons, Shavings of Parmesan & Rich Creamy Dressing
Confit of Duck served with an Orange & Cointreau Sauce,Bunches of French Beans Tied with Leek & Roasted New Potatoes
Duo Chocolate Cheesecake served with Fresh Cream.- crunchy biscuit base topped with white & dark chocolate filling, masked with chocolate flakes & dusted.
Equisite table decoration Your way - your style
Cold buffet within budget of £27.00pp Selection of Rustic breads served with Butter Vegetable Samosas served with Yoghurt & Mint Dip Selection of Meats – Salami, Saucisson, Ham, Chicken served with Mustard Homemade Quiches Choice of two Salads examples here below Continental Leaves Topped with Sea Salt Croutons, Creamy Dressing & Shavings of Parmesan. Carrot & Raisin with aLight Lemon Dressing Tomato ,Olive & Red Onion with Olive Oil dressing & Topped with Fresh Basil Egg, Cheese & Lettuce with Lemon Mayo Greek Salad of Baby tomatoes, Olives, Feta Cheese Cauliflower & Anchovy with Blue cheese dressing Hot New Potatoes OR Dutch Potato Salad with Garlic, Onion, Gherkin & Bacon. Chinese Spring Rolls with Sweet Chilli Dip Dessert of the Day TBC Possible Examples : Strawberries served with Ice Cream Warm Apple & Raisin Crumble served with Vanilla Sauce or add in our speciality Cheese board (see next page).
HOT BUFFET - x 2 Course Served with Home baked rustic breads ALTERNATIVE THOUGHTS - HOT BUFFET MAIN COURSES Please chose ONE x Meat & ONE x Vegetarian discuss your choices and prices with us.
Chicken & Sea food Paella Bouef Bourguignon with New Potatoes & Chives Chicken Chasseur in a White Wine Sauce served with Wild Rice & Mushrooms. Hungarian Goulash with new Potatoes Sprinkled with Fresh Chives Spicy Moroccan Chicken with Chick Peas, Tomatoes & Cous cous. Spinach, Tomato, Mozzarella Lasagne served with fresh green Leaves in a Classic Vinaigrette.
Spring Onion & Garden Pea Risotto topped with Shavings of Parmesan.
Grande Dessert maybe?
SOME DESSERTS TO MAKE YOUR MOUTH WATER MADE ON BOARD BY OUR PATISSERIE CHEF - from £7.95 each Double Chocolate Macaroon- chocolate sponge topped with a dark chocolate mousse,filled with macaroon pieces & topped with a rich white chocolate mousse. Strawberry Shortbread Cheesecake Split - topped with delicious Strawberries & chunky shortbread biscuits Raspberry & Belgian White Chocolate Bavarois. with Swirls of Raspberry Coulis. Homemade Apple & Red Berry Crumble served with Vanilla Sauce. Tarte Au Citron Duo Chocolate Cheesecake - crunchy biscuit base topped with white & dark chocolate filling, masked with chocolate flakes & dusted. Chocolate & Orange Mousse Passion Fruit Crème Brule Seasonal Fruit Pavlova with Fresh Cream & Swirls of Strawberry Coulis. Eton Mess - always great in the summer ! Lime & Coconut cheesecake - not for the faint hearted ! Traditional Paris Brest - choux pastry filled with vanilla pastry cream,topped with a strawberries,double cream & finished with a Belgian Chocolate Icing. Profiteroles filled with Diary Cream served with warm chocolate sauce. Summer Fruit Pudding served with Clotted Cream. Tangy Summer Lemon Mousse topped with Seasonal Red Berries & Whipped cream Frutti Di Bosco Banana & Amaretti Cheesecake Coconut & White Chocolate Marquise.
CHEESE BUFFET min of 50 guests from £8.25 pp Selection of Ripe Cheeses served with Carrot & Celery sticks, Grapes, Olives, Home made Chutney served with Crackers & Breads usually served on the Bridge Deck where everyone can dive in with great enthusiasm. Our cheese Selection is amazing.
Just an example of one of our wonderous cheesecake creations.
Tea & Coffee available on request.
07976 594663 info@princesscaroline.net