Ninu Saves Christmas - GHE Festive Menu Brochures

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Ninu’s family don’t really celebrate Christmas. His parents are so busy, and everyone lives so far away from each other.

So, when Ninu’s grandparents suggested the family meet at the Grand Hotel Excelsior for Christmas this year, he was so happy!

CHRISTMAS RECEPTION MENU

The Grand Medley Available for groups of 40 or more persons Expected service time of 1 ½ hours

COLD DELIGHTS Turkey Mousse, Basil & Cranberry Gel Tartlets Cured Salmon, Beetroot & Crème Fraiche Crostini Pea Panna Cotta & Prawn Tartare Verrine Pressed Chicken & Piccalilli Mayo Verrine Rabbit Liver & Orange Zest served with caramelised nut, in a mini cone Picked Cucumber & Feta Cheese Mousse Cone (V)

HOT CANAPÉS Turkey Roulade with pancetta and chive cream sauce Mini Squid ‘Arancini’ Seafood Gyoza Spicy Mussel & Sweet Potato Cream Pot Lamb Koftas with tomato, Tagiasca olives, & Israeli couscous Mini Chicken & Chorizo Brochettes Mini Veal Milanese with sage mayo Mushroom & Gorgonzola Quiche (V) Sweet Corn & Spinach Samosas (V)

SWEET TEMPTATIONS A Selection of Mini International Pastries

€28.50 per person food only (inc. VAT)

CHRISTMAS RECEPTION MENU

The Grand Superior Available for groups of 40 or more persons Expected service time of 2 ½ hours

COLD DELIGHTS Homemade Cured & Smoked Salmon Beetroot & Crème Fraiche Croute (V) Pea Panna Cotta & Prawn Tartare Verrine Pressed Chicken & Piccalilli Mayo Verrine Chicken Liver & Orange Zest served with caramelised nut, in a mini cone Picked Cucumber & Feta Cheese Mousse Cone (V) Crostini with Goat Cheese Tomatoes and basil (V) Turkey Mousse, Basil & Cranberry Gel Tartlets

HOT CANAPÉS Baked Black Olive & Anchovy Roulade Prawn & Chive Mini Quiches Sautéed Calamari with lemongrass and cilantro Turkey Roulade with pancetta and chive cream sauce Mini Squid Arancini Chicken Gyoza served with sweet soy sauces Spicy Mussel & Sweet Potato Cream Pot Lamb Koftas with tomato, Tagiasca olives, and Israeli couscous Mini Chicken & Chorizo Brochettes Mini Veal Milanese with sage mayo Homemade Duck Spring Rolls served with hoisin sauce Broad Bean & Ricotta Cheese Quiche (V) Sweet Corn & Spinach Samosas (V) served with sweet and sour dip

SWEET TEMPTATIONS A Selection of Mini International Pastries

€35.50 per person food only (inc. VAT)

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Don’t you remember, love, when our grandparents used to scare us with stories of him?”, turning to Ninu’s father with a childlike wonder. Ninu’s father chuckled, and took Ninu’s hand as he started making his way to the reception.

“GawGaw is Malta’s version of a Grinch, Ninu. He was a poor chap who was unlucky enough to be born on Christmas Eve, and was cursed for stealing Jesus’ spotlight.

He turns into a trickster

looking to cause some trouble. Overall though, he’s harmless!” But Ninu felt worried the rest of the day.

AFTERNOON TEA MENU

Christmas Treats SANDWICHES Egg Mayonnaise with Mustard Cress (V) served on a brioche roll Cheddar Cheese & Branston Pickle (V) served on granary bread Smoked Salmon, Cucumber & Dill Cream Cheese served on a whole meal croissant Turkey, Lettuce, Tomato, Bacon & Mustard Mayonnaise served on white bread

HOME BAKED SCONES Buttery Cinnamon & Currant Scones (V) served with apricot jam, clotted cream and unsweet cream

HOME MADE Steamed Christmas Pudding & Brandy Whipped Ganache

SWEET DELICACIES Spiced Pear & Chestnut Crumble Honey & Elder Flower Financier Fruity Dark Rum Cake

€26.00 per person (inc. VAT) Served between 14:00 to 17:00 hrs between 6th December & 3rd January

Inclusive of a Glass of Mulled Wine and Free Flowing Freshly Brewed English Tea & Coffee Or One Choice of Coffee Cappuccino / Café Latte / Hot Chocolate / Espressos Or One Choice of Mineral Soft Drinks / Juices / Water Groups of 16 and over to be served as family-style (Family style - 1 plate with savory items and 1 plate with sweet items shared between every 2 persons)

Food Allergies & Intolerances Should you have any questions regarding the content or preparations of any of our food, please do not hesitate to ask one of our team members for assistance.

Please note that our kitchen is not a Gluten or Nut-Free environment, thus the meal is prepared in a shared kitchen and cross-contamination could occur despite following safe handling protocols.

Please note that this is a sample menu.

Since we use the freshest ingredients, menus may change accordingly.

That night, Ninud be jumped out of he heard

in a panic when g from sounds comin outside his room.

Was something happening to Christmas?

, Ninu put on his slippersy, picked up his room ke e and ran as fast as h

could to the lobby.

CHRISTMAS BUFFET MENU

The Jolly Experience FLAVOURS OF THE GARDE MANGER Indulge in our incredible selection of mouth-watering composed salads from land and sea, prepared by our award winning kitchen brigade. We use the best raw produce, combining both local and international tastes.

SOUP KETTLE Cream of Pumpkin & Leek Soup (V)(VG) served with toasted herb garlic croutons

PASTA Baked Tortiglioni (V) sautéed vegetable ratatouille, tomato fondue served with local ricotta cheese and fine herbs Potato Gnocchi beef and vegetable ragout, tomato sauces served with butter and pecorino cheese

MAIN COURSE BUFFET COUNTER Lightly Baked Fillet of Perch with caper and herb crust served with creamy dill and chive cream sauce Oven Slow-Roasted Pork Loin glazed with honey and mustard served with creamed cabbage, pancetta and grain mustard jus

CARVERY STATION Sage & Bacon-Roasted Turkey Breast glazed with butter and served with traditional stuffing roulade, pigs in a blanket and thyme jus

ACCOMPANIMENTS Farmer’s Style Roasted Potatoes served with fennel seed onion and tomatoes Medley of Seasonal Vegetables cooked in herb oil

DESSERTS

(vegan options available) Excelsior Pastry Creations Allow our Pastry Chef to treat you to our extensive selection of decorative desserts homemade puddings, and traditional Christmas specialties Fresh Fruit Salad

€35.00 per person food only (inc. VAT) Minimum of 30 persons is required Available for lunches and dinner (private venues only) A venue hire charge may apply for private venues Please note that this is a sample menu.

Since we use the freshest ingredients, menus may change accordingly.

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CHRISTMAS BUFFET MENU

The Merry Experience FLAVOURS OF THE GARDE MANGER Indulge in our incredible selection of mouth-watering salads and decorative platters from land and sea, prepared by our award winning kitchen brigade.

We use the best raw produce, combining local and international tastes.

Complement your taste buds with our in-house prepared flavoured oils and dressings creations

ANTIPASTI PLATTERS A Fine Selection of Cured Charcuterie served with homemade green apple and apricot chutney Cured & Confit Red Mullet served with dill and preserved lemon

SOUP KETTLES Cream of Chestnut & Mushroom Soup (V)(VG) served with toasted herb garlic croutons

PASTA STATION Hand Filled Cannelloni (V) stuffed with sautéed mushrooms, spinach, parmesan cheese and local ricotta, baked in a creamy tomato and basil sauce Rigatoni de Gargano with prawn, pancetta and cherry tomato finished with white wine, cream and herbs

MAIN COURSES Italian Style Calamari & Mussels in Shell cooked with tomatoes, white wine, basil and confit garlic Lemon & Herb Marinated Sea Bream soft baked with house olive oil, sautéed artichokes and confit leek, accompanied with herb cream sauces

BUFFET DISPLAY Slow Cooked Barbary Duck salted for 12hrs and slow braised in wine and root vegetables, silver skin onion and figs

VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN DISH Roasted Parsnips, Portobello Mushrooms & Chestnuts complemented with tomato and herb risotto served with balsamic vinegar

CARVERY STATION Traditional Whole Roast Turkey with chestnut & sage stuffing, pigs in a blanket shallots, thyme jus, and cranberry sauce Thyme & Garlic Roast Rib of Beef served with Yorkshire Puddings and thyme and garlic jus

ACCOMPANIMENTS Farmer’s Style Roasted Potatoes served with fennel seed onion and tomatoes Long-Stem Broccoli & Braised Leeks finished with herb oil

DESSERTS

(vegan options available) Exquisite Creations Indulge in our tantalizing selection of pastries, desserts and individual delicacies, carefully prepared by our pastry team, including a selection of traditional festive specialities Fresh Fruit Salad

€40.00 per person food only (incl. VAT) Minimum of 40 persons required or more Available for lunches and dinner (private venues only) A venue hire charge may apply for private venues Please note that this is a sample menu.

Since we use the freshest ingredients, menus may change accordingly.

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The mist pulled the monster back to the ground,

still surrounding it, and after a few seconds, it disappeared. In place of GawGaw was a young boy around Ninu’s age, lying on the floor.

CHRISTMAS SEMI-PLATED BUFFET MENU (Available for groups between 25-50 persons in a non-exclusive venue) (Available for groups of minimum 50 persons for private venues, a venue hire charge may apply)

PLATED STARTER Baked Cavatappi Pasta (V) sautéed ratatouille with chestnuts, mushrooms and local ricotta cheese served in a cocotte with a herb crust

FROM THE BUFFET COUNTER Butternut Squash & Apple Cream Soup (V)(VG) with sautéed mushrooms and dill oil served with toasted herb and garlic croutons

MAIN DISHES Perch Fillet baked in lime, ginger, red chili and fennel served with calamari, herb risotto and saffron velouté

CARVERY STATION Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef served with Yorkshire Puddings and onion jus Turkey Breast roasted with sage and butter served with traditional stuffing roulade, pigs in a blanket and thyme jus

ACCOMPANIMENTS Baked New Potatoes served with Roma tomatoes and thyme Medley of Seasonal Vegetables served in herb oil

PLATED DESSERT

(vegan options available) Honey Crisp Apple, Cinnamon Tart, Noisette Cake served with milk chocolate sauce and buttery crumble

€35.00 per person food only (Incl. VAT) Food Allergies & Intolerances Should you have any questions regarding the content or preparations of any of our food, please do not hesitate to ask one of our team members for assistance.

Please note our kitchen is not Gluten or Nut free environment, thus the meal is prepared in a shared kitchen and cross-contamination could occur, despite following safe handling protocols.

Please note that this is a sample menu.

Since we use the freshest ingredients, menus may change accordingly

CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER BUFFET MENU FLAVOURS OF THE GARDE MANGER

Try a selection of creative salads, crisp starters and marinated vegetables, & indulge in our charcuterie delicacies.

Complement your choices with our in-house prepared infused oils and tasty dressings.

Array of Dips served with pita bread and fried tortillas

SEAFOOD & CURED FISH DISPLAY An Array of Marinated Seafood, Shellfish & Cured Fish accompanied with dill and whole grain mustard dressing miso, honey and soy dressing and honey and orange dressing

SOUP KETTLES Smoked Pancetta, Leek & Butter Bean Chowder served with toasted sour dough croutons Butternut Squash & Apple Cream Soup (V) sautéed mushroom and dill oil served with toasted herb and garlic croutons

PASTA STATION Hand Layered Lasagne lamb and root vegetable ragout sauce, béchamel and fresh mozzarella di buffalo cheese and herb crust Orecchiette Pasta courgettes and prawn in confit garlic, white wine and tomato fondue sauces Semi Baked Potato Gnocchi (V) sautéed wild mushroom, wilted spinach, cream sauces

MAIN COURSES STATION BUFFET DISPLAY Duo of Local Pork slow cooked pork loin and pork belly rubbed with thyme and crushed garlic served with fruity onion relish Red Wine & Pear Braised Duck Leg served with red cabbage and fruit compote Tossed Black Shell Mussels, Clams & Calamari served with confit cherry tomatoes, garlic, white wine and fresh herbs Grilled & Marinated Fresh Scottish Salmon served with dill and Pinot Grigio wine volute sauce Sautéed King Prawns confit garlic, cherry tomatoes, soft fresh herbs and Chenin Blanc wine

CARVERY STATION Traditional Whole Roast Turkey served with chestnut and sage stuffing, pigs in a blanket shallot and thyme jus, cranberry sauce Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef served with Yorkshire Puddings and red wine jus

VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN DISH Parsnips and Chestnuts Casserole (V)(VG) served with sautéed asparagus and grilled leeks

ACCOMPANIMENTS Oven Baked Herb Potatoes with confit onion and thyme Parsley & Leek Creamy New Potatoes with roast chestnut crumble Caramelised Root Vegetables finished with basil butter Medley of Seasonal Vegetables cooked in herb oil

ASIAN CREATIONS Lamb Vindaloo Indian Chicken Curry (Murgh Kari) Steamed Aromatic Basmati Rice with Coriander Cauliflower Manchurian (V) Sweet Corn & Spinach Samosas (V) Vegetable Spring Rolls (V) Steamed Chicken & Vegetable Dumplings served with Asian sauces

DESSERTS

(vegan options available) Exquisite Creations Indulge in our tantalizing selection of pastries, desserts and individual delicacies, carefully prepared by our pastry team, including a selection of traditional festive specialities Fresh Fruit Salad & Fruit Display Excelsior Grand Chocolate Fountain presented with a variety of fresh fruits, mini doughnuts and marshmallows Selection of Ice Creams & Sorbet

CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE SECTION Salumi & Salamis from Italian Regions and in-house Cured Coppa & Pancetta accompanied with typical Italian antipasti condiments Selection of Local & International Cheeses served with onion chutney, crisp crackers, water biscuits, grissini, toasted walnuts nuts and grapes

€65.00 per person (incl. VAT) 6-12 years – €30.00 (incl. VAT) Under 6 years old - free Inclusive of a half a bottle of wine, half a bottle of water, and a coffee per person Also includes Live Entertainment Please note that this is a sample menu.

Since we use the freshest ingredients, menus may change accordingly.

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CHRISTMAS EARLY BREAKFAST BUFFET MENU THE BAKER’S CORNER Traditional Italian Panettone Freshly Baked Butter Croissants & Danish Pastries Muffins, Banana & Sesame Seed Cake Fig, Wine & Almond Cake Chocolate & Coffee Cake Deep Fried Local Imqaret Traditional Mini Pastizzi & Qassatat Variety of Bread Rolls & Loaves Warm Pancakes accompanied with a selection of condiments and served with marmalades, jams and other spreads

CEREALS Coco Pops, Muesli, Corn flakes, All-Bran, Fruit & Fiber, Frosties Weetabix & Homemade Muesli accompanied with plain yogurts, fruit yogurts and low fat yogurts

DRIED FRUITS, COMPOTES AND NUTS Stewed Apples with Cloves, Prunes in Syrup, Apricots in Syrup Walnuts, Hazelnuts, Raisins, Sultanas and Dried Apricots

INTERNATIONAL COLD CUTS Selection of Local & International Charcuterie consisting mainly of Parma ham, salamis, smoked gammon and turkey roll

CHEESE DISPLAY Selection of Local & International Cheeses consisting of Emmental, red Leicester, local goat cheese, fresh ricotta blue cheese and feta cheese

SMOKED AND CURED FISH DISPLAY An Array of Marinated Seafood, Shellfish & Cured Fish accompanied with dill and whole grain mustard dressing, miso, honey and soy dressing and honey and orange dressing

LIVE STATION Fried Eggs & Omelettes cooked to your liking, with a selection of ingredients and condiments

HOT BUFFET COUNTER Pan Fried Beef Rib Eye with braised shallots and Portobello mushrooms Sautéed Potatoes Rosti Potatoes Scrambled Eggs Boiled Eggs Grilled Smoked Bacon Baked Beans Sautéed Mushrooms Grilled Tomatoes Selection of Home-Made Sausages herb and fennel seed pork sausages Cumberland sausages breakfast sausages

SEASONAL FRUIT & SLICED FRUIT PLATTERS Oranges, Grapefruit, Pineapple, Sweet Melon & Watermelon including fresh fruit salad and fresh fruit display

JUICE STATION Orange Juice, Tomato Juice, Pineapple Juice, Grapefruit Juice, Apple Juice Peach Juice, Cranberry Juice & Mineral Water

HOT DRINKS Flavoured Teas & Freshly Brewed Coffee Mulled Wine spiced with cinnamon and aniseed

€38.00 per person (incl. VAT) Please note that this is a sample menu.

Since we use the freshest ingredients, menus may change accordingly.

CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH MENU FLAVOURS OF THE GARDE MANGER

Try a selection of creative salads, crisp starters and marinated vegetables.

Complement your choices with our in-house prepared infused oils and tasty dressings.

ARRAY OF DIPS

served with pita bread and fried tortillas

SEAFOOD & CURED FISH DISPLAY An Array of Marinated Seafood, Shellfish & Cured Fish accompanied with dill and whole grain mustard dressing, miso honey and soy dressing & honey and orange dressing

SOUP KETTLES

Smoked Local Pork Belly, Leek, Spinach & Butter Bean Chowder served with toasted herb garlic croutons Honey Roasted Butternut Squash, Apple & Calvados Cream Soup accompanied with sautéed mushroom and dill oil served with toasted herb garlic croutons

PASTA STATION Hand Layered Lasagne with Irish beef chuck and root vegetable ragout local ricotta cheese and creamy béchamel sauce Penne Di Gragnano served with sautéed courgette, peas, prawns, mussels, confit garlic, white wine prawn bisque and tomato fondue sauce Semi Baked Potato Gnocchi (V) served with sautéed porcini mushroom, wilted greens, pecorino cheese cream sauce

MAIN COURSES STATION BUFFET DISPLAY Slow Cooked Barbary Duck salted for 12hrs and slow braised in mulled wine and root vegetables served with silver skin onion and fig Grilled Homemade Pork Fennel Seeds & Coriander Sausages served with mustard and chutney

Grilled Fresh Calamari & Sicilian Black Shell Mussels tossed with shallots, fennel, capsicum, spring onion and dill oil Pan Seared Grey Meagre marinated with Lime, Red Chilli and Dill Seeds served with sauce vierge Sautéed Shell Fish King Prawns served with confit cherry tomatoes, soft fresh herbs and Chenin Blanc wine

CARVERY STATION Traditional Whole Roast Turkey chestnut and sage stuffing, pigs in a blanket shallot and thyme jus, cranberry sauce Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef served with Yorkshire puddings and thyme and garlic jus

VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN DISH Parsnips, Lentil & Chestnut Casserole (V)(VG) served with sautéed baby vegetables

ACCOMPANIMENTS Home-Style Baked Potatoes served with fennel seeds and local tomatoes Potatoes with Spinach Cream Gratin Roasted Honey Glazed Root Vegetables Mixed Greens (Broccoli, Green Beans, Courgettes, Leeks, Sprouts)

ASIAN CREATIONS Filipino Lamb Adobo Sichuan Chicken with Kung Po sauce Sticky Vegetable Fried Rice (V)(VG) Black Bean & Soy Aubergines (V) Sweet Corn & Spinach Samosas (V) Vegetable Spring Rolls (V) Steamed Chicken & Vegetable Dumplings, served with Asian sauces

DESSERTS

(vegan options available) Exquisite Creations Indulge in our tantalizing selection of pastries, desserts and individual delicacies, carefully prepared by our pastry team, including a selection of traditional festive specialities Fresh Fruit Salad & Fruit Display Excelsior Grand Chocolate Fountain presented with a variety of fresh fruits, mini doughnuts and marshmallows Selection of Ice Creams & Sorbet

CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE SECTION Salumi & Salamis from Italian Regions and in-house Cured Coppa & Pancetta accompanied with typical Italian antipasti condiments Selection of Local & International Cheeses served with onion chutney, crisp crackers, water biscuits, grissini, toasted walnuts nuts and grapes

€85.00 per person (incl. VAT) 6-12 years – €35.00 (incl. VAT) Under 6 years - free Inclusive of a half a bottle of wine, half a bottle of water, and a coffee per person Also includes Live Entertainment

A children’s menu is also available Please note that this is a sample menu.

Since we use the freshest ingredients, menus may change accordingly.

Ninu woke up with Santa’s laugh ringing in his ears.

Was that a dream? Was GawGaw really at the hotel last night? Ninu’s parents rush into his room, singing “Merry Christmas, Ninu!”. Ninu jumped out of his bed and hugged his parents tight.

“Merry Christmas!”, he bellowed.

Ninu and his family celebrated Christmas Day with their relatives and the hotel staff, enjoying a mix of delectable local and international cuisine.

Ninu ate qaghqiet (traditional honey cakes) and torta tal-qastan (chestnut pie), and tried to sing along with the traditional Christmas carols.

NEW YEAR’S EVE BUFFET MENU FLAVOURS OF THE GARDE MANGER

Try a selection of creative salads, crisp starters and marinated vegetables.

Indulge in our charcuterie delicacies, and complement your choices with our in-house prepared infused oils and tasty dressings.

ARRAY OF DIPS

served with pita bread and fried tortillas

SEAFOOD & CURED FISH DISPLAY An Array of Marinated Seafood, Shellfish & Cured Fish accompanied with dill and whole grain mustard dressing miso, honey and soy dressing and honey and orange dressing

SOUP KETTLES Tuscan Style Bean Soup (V)(VG) served with toasted garlic croutons Parmesan, Chicken & Green Vegetable Soup served with orzo pasta and toasted garlic croutons

PASTA STATION Cannelloni Pasta filled with Parma ham, pecorino cheese, veal and ricotta mousse cooked in tomato and basil sauce, crusted with béchamel and mozzarella Pasta Orecchiette served with prawn, mussels, salmon, wilted greens and broccoli cognac cream sauces Semi Baked Potato Gnocchi (V) served with creamy truffle and wild mushrooms sauce, toasted hazelnuts and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese

MAIN COURSES STATION BUFFET DISPLAY Duo of Free Range Chicken honey and lemon marinated grilled chicken breast, Moroccan-infused chicken legs served with honey, pumpkin and pine nuts Roasted In-House Made Sausages made with coriander seed and garlic served with a selection of mustard and chutney Sautéed Octopus & Calamari served with tomatoes concassé, Taggiasca olive, garlic, caper berry and fine fresh herbs Baked Red Snapper Fillet marinated in dill and chilli served with Champagne and a fine herbs cream sauce Grilled Langoustine & King Prawns served with garlic and herb butter, Sauvignon Blanc wine and lemon oil

CARVERY STATION Porchetta An Italian favourite made with local pork prepared by our butcher and enhanced with a fennel and fresh herb rub served with homemade green apple and apricot compote Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef served with Yorkshire Puddings and red wine jus

VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN DISH Honey Parsnips & Lentil Ragout (V)(VG) served with sautéed mushrooms and sage risotto

ACCOMPANIMENTS Oven Baked Potatoes served with confit garlic and provincial herbs Creamy Potatoes served with baby spinach, wild mushrooms and fresh sage Parsnip & Swede Vegetables thyme and honey-glazed Medley of Seasonal Vegetables cooked in basil oil

ASIAN CREATIONS Mongolian Peppercorn Duck Authentic Indian Lamb Curry Steamed Aromatic Basmati Rice with Coriander (V)(VG) Mushroom Manchurian (V) Sweet Corn & Spinach Samosas (V) Vegetable Spring Rolls (V) Steamed Chicken & Vegetable Dumplings served with Asian sauces

DESSERTS

(vegan options available) Exquisite Creations Indulge in our tantalizing selection of pastries, desserts and individual delicacies carefully prepared by our pastry team and including a selection of traditional festive specialties Fresh Fruit Salad & Fruit Display Excelsior Grand Chocolate Fountain presented with a variety of fresh fruits, mini doughnuts and marshmallows Selection of Ice Creams & Sorbet

CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE SECTION Salumi & Salamis from Italian Regions and in-house Cured Coppa & Pancetta accompanied with typical Italian antipasti condiments Selection of Local & International Cheeses served with onion chutney, crisp crackers, water biscuits, grissini toasted walnuts nuts and grapes

€100.00 per person (incl. VAT) 6-12 years - €45.00 (incl. VAT) Under 6 years old - free Inclusive of a half a bottle of wine, half a bottle of water, and a coffee per person Also includes Live Entertainment A children’s menu is also available.

Please note that this is a sample menu.

Since we use the freshest ingredients, menus may change accordingly.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE CHAMPAGNE PARTY WELCOME CANAPÉS & BELLINI COCKTAIL Grouper, Chives, Home-made Mayonnaise & Caviar Croute Cured Duck Breast, Carrot Puree, Blackberry Blini Goat Cheese Mousse Tart (V) with walnut, grape and apple

HOME-MADE MEAT DELICATESSEN Chicken Liver Pate, Port & Brandy Butter Foie Gras & Smoked Ham Hock Terrine Braised Rabbit Terrine & Parma Ham served with fruit chutney, onion marmalade and brioche

HOME-MADE ASIAN DIM-SUM Pork & Prawn Gyoza Rice Noodle & Vegetable Spring Roll (V) Vegetable Pakora (V) served with home-made Asian sauces

HOME-MADE FISH DELICATESSEN Octopus, Tomato & Lilliput Caper Salsa Razor Clam with chili, ginger and coriander oil Cured Salmon with lemon and dill mascarpone

CHEF’S SEAFOOD KITCHEN Prawn Arancini with spicy home-made mayonnaise Smoked Haddock & Baby Spinach Lasagna Lobster & Mussels Creamy Pot Pie

BUTCHER’S TREATS Home-made Chicken Kiev Short Rib & Turnip Pie Pork, Sage & Apricot Sausages with an onion gravy

DESSERTS

(vegan options available) Let our Pastry Chef Entice You with a selection of mini French pastries and other sweet delicacies

COFFEE STATION served with almond balls, a selection of crostini and traditional local imqaret

€120.00 per person (incl. VAT) This menu is to be served as sharing platters per table throughout the evening.

Each booking will be assigned a separate table.

Inclusive of full open bar, including Champagne/Prosecco.

Also includes Live Entertainment provided by Spiteri Lucas Band Please note that doors open at 20:30hrs with food service to commence at 21:00hrs.

Kindly note that children under the age of 17 are not admissible.

Food Allergies & Intolerances Should you have any questions regarding the content or preparations of any of our food, please do not hesitate to ask one of our team members for assistance.

Please note our kitchen is not Gluten or Nut free environment, thus the meal is prepared in a shared kitchen and cross-contamination could occur despite following safe handling protocols.

Please note that this is a sample menu.

Since we use the freshest ingredients, menus may change accordingly.

NEW YEARS DAY LUNCH MENU FLAVOURS OF THE GARDE MANGER

Try a selection of creative salads, crisp starters and marinated vegetables, and indulge in our charcuterie delicacies. Complement your choices with our in-house prepared infused oils and tasty dressings.

Array of Dips served with pita bread and fried tortillas

SEAFOOD & CURED FISH DISPLAY An Array of Marinated Seafood, Shellfish & Cured Fish accompanied with dill and whole grain mustard dressing miso, honey and soy dressing, & honey and orange dressing

SOUP KETTLES Bean & Winter Vegetable Rustic Soup (V) served with toasted garlic croutons Cream of Chicken Potato & Romanesco Soup served with pasta vermicelli and toasted croutons

PASTA STATION Hand Filled Cannelloni served with pancetta and beef mousse, baked in tomatoes fondue, béchamel and mozzarella Cavatappi Pasta prawns, spinach, smoked Scottish salmon served in a brandy cream sauce Baked Potato Gnocchi (V) creamy porcini and chestnut mushrooms sauce, served with fine herbs, toasted pistachios and pecorino cheese

MAIN COURSES STATION BUFFET DISPLAY Roasted Free Range Chicken Leg and Grilled Breast with sumac and pomegranate syrup, roasted pumpkin and nuts Grilled Homemade Pork & Maltese-Style Sausages served with mustard and chutney Garlic and Mint Calamari & Black Shell Mussels cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, white wine and fresh herbs Grilled langoustine & King Prawns cooked in Sauvignon Blanc white wine served with garlic, cherry tomatoes and soft fresh herbs Fresh Salmon Medallion marinated in chervil and lime served with claims and chive volute sauce

VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN DISH Celeriac & Bean Cassoulet (V) served with sautéed chestnut mushroom and chive risotto

CARVERY STATION Whole Slow Roast Local Pork Belly with Loin cooked in fennel seeds and herb oil served with fruit relish and aromatic jus Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef served with Yorkshire Puddings and rosemary and garlic jus

ACCOMPANIMENTS Baked Parmentier Potatoes served with rosemary sauces Creamed Potatoes served with confit garlic and sundried tomatoes Root Vegetables glazed in maple syrup Seasonal Vegetables cooked in herb oil

ASIAN CREATIONS Duck Sukka Lamb Malai Creamy Curry (mild) Steamed Aromatic Basmati Rice with Coriander (V) Punjabi Mixed Vegetable Sabzi (V) Sweet Corn & Spinach Samosas (V) Vegetable Spring Rolls (V) Steamed Chicken & Vegetable Dumplings served with Asian sauces

DESSERTS

(vegan options available) Exquisite Creations Indulge in our tantalizing selection of pastries, desserts and individual delicacies carefully prepared by our pastry team, including a selection of traditional festive specialities Fresh Fruit Salad & Fruit Display Excelsior Grand Chocolate Fountain presented with a variety of fresh fruits, mini doughnuts and marshmallows Selection of Ice Creams & Sorbet

CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE SECTION Salumi & Salamis from Italian Regions & in-house Cured Coppa & Pancetta accompanied with typical Italian antipasti condiments Selection of Local & International Cheeses served with onion chutney, crisp crackers, water biscuits, grissini toasted walnuts nuts and grapes

€75.00 per person (incl. VAT) 6-12 years - €35.00 (incl. VAT) Under 6 years old – free Inclusive of a half a bottle of wine, half a bottle of water, and a coffee per person Also includes Live Entertainment A children’s menu is also available.

Please note that this is a sample menu.

Since we use the freshest ingredients, menus may change accordingly.

Complimentary Parking available on a first come first served basis