Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Golden Sands - Weddings Brochure

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WELCOME TO THE RADISSON BLU RESORT & SPA GOLDEN SANDS

The first time you step inside the five star Radisson Blu… in the beautiful setting of Golden Bay, you will be presented with a remarkable back drop for your special day.

Our attention to detail, excellent customer service and superb cuisine make the resort the ideal spot to say ‘I Do’

YOUR SPECIAL DAY

The most important day of your life deserves the utmost attention and we will be with you every step of the way.

Our dedicated team has the experience to organise a wedding for all tastes, in the most magnificent way.

Whether you prefer an intimate and simple gathering or a bold and lavish banquet, our wedding packages have been designed to cover the traditional elements and make your day a truly long lasting memory.

WEDDING CEREMONIES

Catering for both intimate and larger dos, our ceremony venues welcome weddings for up to 200 guests.

The resort is an approved location to cater for civil ceremonies and this gives you flexibility of choosing the venue which best suits you.

Capturing the elegance of the resort, The Lobby Terrace, Roof Garden and Essence Terrace present breath-taking views over Golden Bay. Say ‘I Do’ at the sophisticated Beach Terrace as the Mediterranean sea shimmers in the warm sunshine.

WEDDING RECEPTION

Whether it’s indoors or outdoors, a sit down dinner or an after party, we have the perfect location for you.

The exquisite Essence, the resort’s gourmet dining venue, is sophisticatedly classic and the perfect backdrop for a welcome signature cocktail and wedding reception. Or gather at the Beach Terrace, ideal for an intimate wedding dinner, providing the perfect setting to watch the sun sink behind the horizon. The Grand Ballroom features a truly elegant setting with a high ceiling and modern chandeliers.

The perfect beginning to a truly memorable day.

VENUES THE LOBBY TERRACE (maximum 30 guests) for ceremony use only €200 THE ROOF GARDEN (maximum 100 guests) for ceremony use only €250 LAGOON TERRACE* (maximum 50 guests) €800 ESSENCE BAR & TERRACE (maximum 60 guests) €1,000 ESSENCE RESTAURANT & TERRACE (maximum 90 guests) €1,800 GRAND BALLROOM (maximum 250 guests) €1,600

*commencement from 20.00hrs onwards

VENUES THE BEACH TERRACE (maximum 60 guests) €1,500 SANDS BEACH BASIC PACKAGE* beach dismantling and set-up as requested (maximum 100 guests) €1,800 SANDS BEACH FULL PACKAGE * Beach dismantling and set-up as requested Bonfire throughout the event Fire juggler(for around 20 minutes) 4 Gazebo Bedouin setup, 2 white Cane sofas, Cushions Paper candle lanterns, Fireworks, Fjakkoli Wooden platform for Wedding registrar Mats and low tables on the sand White tent with chandelier for cake or DJ Lighting: Lights in Gazebo, over extra Bars and Buffet Tables and on Terrace (maximum 100 guests) €4,000 A 10% discount on Venue Fees is applicable for weddings taking place on weekdays (Mondays to Thursdays, excluding Public Holidays) Kindly note that at The Beach Terrace and Sands Beach, only BBQ Menus are applicable *commencement from 20.00hrs onwards

WEDDING PACKAGES MR. PACKAGE Prosecco and orange juice after the ceremony 3 types of canapés Menu (3 options available) Half bottle of local wine or 2 beers or 2 soft drinks Half bottle of local water Freshly brewed tea or coffee Prosecco for cutting of the cake €70.00 per person ETERNITY PACKAGE Cocktail after the wedding ceremony 4 types of canapés Menu (3 options available) Half bottle of local wine or 2 beers or 2 soft drinks Half bottle of local water Freshly brewed tea or coffee Selection of home-made chocolate petit fours Prosecco for the cutting of the cake €85.00 per person

WEDDING PACKAGES MRS. PACKAGE Prosecco and orange juice after the wedding ceremony 6 types of canapĂŠs Menu (3 options available) Half bottle of superior wine or 2 beers or 2 soft drinks Half bottle of local water Freshly brewed tea or coffee Selection of home-made chocolate and almond petit fours Champagne for the cutting of the cake 1 Hour open bar on house brand wines and spirits, local beers and minerals after cutting of cake â‚Ź100 per person

ATTENTION TO DETAIL

We pride ourselves on the personal touch. All of our wedding packages include: Pre-wedding consultation with our wedding coordinator Function manager on the day Dedicated chef and patisserie Personalised table plan, name plates and menus Table beautifully decorated with white linen Cake stand and knife Elegant pen for ceremony signing Champagne glasses for the bride and groom Sound system for background music, subject to availability Unlimited photo opportunities in the stunning surroundings Special accommodation rates for bride and groom and wedding guests Discounted rates for menu tasting

CULINARY INSPIRATION

Proudly endorsing the best of Mediterranean cuisine, our wide choice of reception menus are influenced by the best of local and seasonal ingredients.

Inspired, designed and created for you, our award winning culinary team are confident that each bite is a delicious occasion in itself.

We ensure every detail of your special day is perfect and that your menu is suitably tailored to your personal preferences.

SET MENU MR AMUSE ~~~ CARAMELIZED COURGETTE AND SPRING ONION RISOTTO Chorizo crisp, herb oil, Parmesan crackling ~~~ GRILLED SEA-BREAM FILLETS pak choi, fondant potato, sea urchin drizzle or HERB-CRUSTED LAMB CUTLET cured lamb pie, fondant potato, chick-pea hummus, root vegetables, merlot jus lie ~~~ BAKED CHOCOLATE MOUSSE toffee ice cream, warm orange pocket

SEMI-BUFFET MENU MR PLATED PASTA Ziti with cream of artichokes, aubergines, green asparagus and tomatoes CARVERY Grouper fillet with butter and sage Stuffed capon with chestnuts, apricots and Dijon mustard cream Roasted rib eye of beef with rosemary and red wine jus ACCOMPANIMENTS Pepper and lentil with tarragon Hollandaise SauteĂŠd pumpkin and pok choi with garlic chips and sesame seeds Oven baked potatoes with fennel seeds Rosemary roasted new potatoes PLATED DESSERT Lemon and hazelnut praline mille foglie, raspberry sorbet

BBQ MENU MR INDIVIDUAL SALAD BAR Prawn cocktail Beef carpaccio Grilled aubergine and goat’s cheese salad, minted yoghurt and garlic flute Caprese salad with basil oil PASTA Risotto with grated Pecorino, Chorizo and toasted walnuts FROM THE GRILL Grilled salmon fillet with sage brown butter and rock salt Fresh rump steak with crushed black peppercorns and rosemary Spicy lamb chops with chunky tomatoes and fresh chillies Loaded jacket potatoes Green bean piccata Selection of natural salads and flavoured oils PLATED DESSERT Walnut and caramel tart, banana ice cream

SET MENU ETERNITY AMUSE ~~~ FRESH SCOTTISH CURED SALMON cucumber and daikon red chili, watermelon salad ~~~ SLOW COOKED MONKFISH surf clams, mussels and speck stew, oyster puree or DUCK BREAST AND LEG OF DUCK CONFIT Asian risotto cake, sesame pak choi, tiger prawn samosa ~~~ LEMON AND STRAWBERRY warm lemon and strawberry pudding, fresh lemon sorbet

SEMI-BUFFET MENU ETERNITY PLATED STARTER Deep fried local goat cheese panko crumbs, tomato jam, olive oil (V) PLATED PASTA Gnocchi with chunky tomatoes, goats cheese and spinach (V) CARVERY AND HOT STATION Paper bagged grouper with lime and marjoram Roasted leg of pork Stuffed leg of lamb with sundried tomatoes and anchovy Rib eye of beef with traditional Yorkshire puddings Pumpkin, feta and black olive quiche (V) Hollandaise, Mustard gravy ACCOMPANIMENTS New potatoes amandin, Boulangere potatoes ,Bouqatiere of vegetables INTERNATIONAL CHEESEBOARD served with a selection of biscuits and accompaniments PLATED DESSERT raspberry curd with blueberry and milk chocolate ganache, set on a fragile biscuit, mandarin semi freddo

BBQ MENU ETERNITY INDIVIDUAL SALAD BAR Aubergine involtini, Parma ham and Parmesan flute Salmon gravlax salad, Octopus salad Chilled mango and pineapple salad, with bacon lardoons, chillies and sweetcorn seasonal salad PLATED SOUP Chilled zucchini and hazelnut soup PASTA Fusilli with asparagus, pancetta, basil leaves, roasted pine nuts FROM THE GRILL Honey glazed BBQ veal ribs with sweet and sour sauce Grilled Mediterranean Mahi Mahi with a lime, coconut and basil infusion Pork chops with slow cooked apples, buttered leeks and whisky cream Baked potatoes with sour cream, chives and lemon BBQ corn on the cob Selection of natural salads and flavoured oils EXOTIC FLAVOURS ginger cream with coconut mousse, spicy mango glaze, pineapple ice cream

SET MENU MRS AMUSE ~~~ CHICKEN LIVER PATE almond crème, berries and salted brioche ~~~ CARNAROLI RISOTTO salted cod, panfried calamari, arami, squid ink froth ~~~ SORBET ~~~ VEAL CHOP carrot and cardamom puree, enoki mushroom, garlic potato, thyme jus ~~~ MANJARI CHOCOLATE CUSTARD set on sacher cake, beriolette ice cream, warm praline cream beignet, citrus and tropical fruit coulis

SEMI-BUFFET MENU MRS PLATED STARTER Fresh Scottish cured salmon cucumber and daikon red chili, watermelon salad PLATED PASTA Fusilli with mushrooms, Parma ham and provolone veloute CARVERY AND HOT STATION Baked herb crusted salmon fillet Stuffed pork with pistachio and prunes en croute Beef wellington Baby chicken en rotissiere scented with lime and rosemary Zucchini with onion and mozzarella open tart (V) Red wine jus lie Green peppercorn hollandaise ACCOMPANIMENTS Parsley new potatoes (V), Bouqatiere of vegetables, Garlic new potatoes (V) INTERNATIONAL CHEESEBOARD served with a selection of biscuits and accompaniments PLATED DESSERT Lemon parfait, warm chocolate pocket, strawberry mille foglie, amarena baked cheesecake hazelnut ice cream, banana and toffee cake

BBQ MENU MRS INDIVIDUAL SALAD BAR Calamaretti and pepper salad, Scallops, Caprese salad Duck and fruit salad, Chicken ceasar salad SOUP Spicy avocado and cucumber cold soup PASTA Linguini with vongole, basil and cherry tomatoes, Garganelli with walnut and basil pesto FROM THE GRILL Grilled sea-bream fillets with citrus fruit and basil salsa Grilled salmon with sage brown butter Baby chicken with lemon infusion and rosemary Smoked pork belly rubbed in red curry Mint and chili lamb chops, Grilled Maltese pork sausage Grilled frankfurters, Peppered rump steak ACCOMPANIMENTS Jacket potato topped with nutty cheddar stuffing, Vegetable caponata, Corn on the cob, Paprika tomato wedges DESSERTS Mini lemon meringue, Chocolate mud pie Fresh strawberry and white chocolate pannacotta Crunchy hazelnut mille foglie, Fresh melon and watermelon balls

EXTRAS SELECTION OF CANAPÉS 3 items at €6.00 per person 6 items at €9.00 per person 9 items at €13.00 per person SPARKLING WINE AND CHAMPAGNE (prices per bottle) Prosecco €28.00 Asti €28.00 Cassar de Malta €45.00 Heidsieck Monopole €60.00 Pommery €60.00 Moet et Chandon €62.00 Veuve Cliquot €64.00 Bollinger €75.00 Dom Perignon €175.00

EXTRAS LOVE IS BREWING Tea Bar at €8.00 per person Premium loose leaf tea selection Jasmine tea and mandarin jelly shoots Earl gray macarons with passion fruit buttercream Mini vanilla tea cakes with green tea frosting CHAIR COVERS including gold sash €3.50 per chair CORKAGE Corkage rates are available when bringing your own alcohol For additional décor requests or special touches such as fireworks, our list of recommended suppliers can be provided.

ONCE UPON A TABLE… WEDDING CAKES 2 tier sponge cake at €200.00 3 tier sponge cake at €350.00 4 tier sponge cake at €450.00 MINI SPONGE CAKES (consisting of 40 mini cakes) €300.00 CUPCAKES STAND (consisting of 40 cupcakes) €150.00 WITNESS CAKES 20 cm sponge cake at €56.00 per tier A SWEET ENDING TO A NEW BEGINNING Sweet Table at €5.00 per person White chocolate and pistachio cake pops Mini vanilla cup cakes with raspberry buttercream Seasalt caramel macaroons Crunchy peanut and banana coupes Milk chocolate and lemon bar

AFTER PARTY FOOD & STALLS WE GO TOGETHER LIKE GRAVY AND MASH Mash Potato Bar at €5.00 per person Mashed Potato Martinis Toppings: Grated cheddar cheese, Flaked parmesan Pulled roasted beef, Bacon strips, Sautéed mushrooms Chopped spring onion, Sweet corn Roasted red pepper sauce, Sour cream YOU’RE THE APPLE TO MY PIE Pie Stall at €8.00 per person Guinness steak and kidney pie Loaded shepherd’s pie Fisherman’s catch Cornish pasty Granny smith apple pie LOVE IS SPICY Taco Bar at €7.00 per person Corn tortillas, Chili con carne Slow cooked pulled chicken Shredded lettuce, Tomato concasse Guacamole, Shredded onions Spicy jalapeño mango salsa Grated cheddar cheese Nachos cheese sauce Sour cream

AFTER PARTY FOOD & STALLS EVEN SMALL THINGS DESERVE GREAT LOVE Sliders 3 x types at €7.50 per person 5 x types at €12.00 per person 7 x types at €16.00 per person Baked roast beef with mature cheddar and caramelized onions Pulled Guinness short rib with melted smoked cheddar Roast turkey with brie, rucola and cranberry sauce Chili crab patties with marie-rose sauce Roasted beef with forest mushrooms and flaked stilton Crispy bacon with melted cheese and sweated onions BBQ pulled pork with home-made apple coleslaw Philly cheesesteak with provolone and grilled green peppers Root beer pulled pork with home-made onion marmalade Honey mustard fried chicken Salmon patties with a tangy avocado sauce Ham and cheese with fresh marinated pineapple Slow cooked pulled chicken with Parmesan flakes

AFTER PARTY FOOD & STALLS CARRY AROUND ITEMS Corn dogs with English mustard or tomato ketchup at €3.00 per person Mini beef burgers with melted cheddar cheese, romaine lettuce and onions at €3.00 per person Mini hot dogs with caramelized onions at €3.00 per person Fish and chips cones at €3.00 per person Assorted local pea and ricotta pastizzi at €2.50 per person Sugar sprinkled petit churros served with melted chocolate sauce at €2.50 per person

OPEN BAR PACKAGES OPEN BAR OPTION 1 Local Beers, Soft Drinks, Fruit Juices, Still and Sparkling Water €4.00 per person per hour OPEN BAR OPTION 2 House Wines, Local Beers, Soft Drinks, Fruit Juices, Still and Sparkling Water First Hour - €8.00 per person Additional Hours - €6.00 per person OPEN BAR OPTION 3 International Premium Brands Spirits, House Wines, Local Beers, Soft Drinks, Fruit Juices, Still and Sparkling Water First Hour -€14.00 per person Additional Hours - €8.50 per person

OPEN BAR PACKAGES OPEN BAR OPTION 4 Standard International Bar consisting of International Premium Brands Spirits, House Wines, Local Beers,Soft Drinks, Fruit Juices, Still and Sparkling Water 4 Hours -€35.00 per person Additional Hours - €8.50 per person OPEN BAR OPTION 5 Standard International Bar consisting of International Premium Brands Spirits, House Wines, Local Beers, Soft Drinks, Fruit Juices, Still and Sparkling Water and a Cocktail Bar (maximum 6 cocktails) 4 Hours -€42.00 per person Additional Hours - €10.00 per person All our Open Bar Packages come with Mixed Dry Nuts served on the bar

UNWIND & RELAX

Begin your new life together in the warmth of Maltese hospitality and enjoy the onsite facilities and activities including the Myoka Spa and Mr. James International Hair Salon.

For your invited guests, the Radisson Blu Resort & Spa Golden Sands offers 329 spacious serene rooms and zenith suites, all with balconies boasting sea or country views.

A 20% discount is applicable on any accommodation rate booked directly through the hotel, based on a minimum of 2 nights stay. This offer is only applicable with a minimum of 10 rooms booked.

DAY-OF COORDINATOR Day-of Coordinator is a wedding planner service offered to couples who would like to take care of all their pre-wedding preparations and all they need is help on the day of their wedding.

Our roles and services include: Contracting vendors the couple have chosen to hire, and make sure they have the correct information and all is confirmed.

Prepare a time plan incorporating the photographer’s timeline, DJ or band’s timeline and the bride and groom’s timeline for the duration of the wedding.

Supervise venue and vendor set-up on the wedding day.

Be the liaison between the bride and groom and all the vendors to enable the couple to fully relax and enjoy their special day together.

Inform the couple, DJ or band, photographer and wedding guests in advance of each event such as grand entrance, first dance and cutting of the cake.

Ensure guests are ushered smoothly to the reception venue once ceremony is over, and that the wedding party is at the appropriate place for photos to begin.

Ensure everything runs smoothly for the duration of the wedding.

Liaise with the vendor for any collection of items or equipment after the wedding reception. €250.00 for a 6 hour duration. Additional hours on request at €15.00 per hour.

CONTACT US Take a step closer in making your dreams come true and contact our experienced wedding executive who will be delighted to introduce you to the Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Golden Sands.

Food and Beverage Office e: fb.goldensands@islandhotels.com t: +356 2356 1000 Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Golden Sands Golden Bay, Limits of Mellieha, MLH 5510, Malta

TERMS & CONDITIONS Provisional bookings can be held for up to 14 days after which time it is at the hotel’s discretion to release the booking if confirmation on the date is not received.

The hotel requires a deposit equivalent to the venue charge upon confirmation of the booking to secure the reservation.

A further 75% of the estimated charge of the event has to be submitted by 21 days prior to the event’s commencement.

The remaining balance of the estimated charges and any extra charges that occur over the course of the event are to be settled by the client on departure by means of cash or credit card payment only.

The final number of guests attending is to be given in writing by not later than 7 days before the event.

A maximum of 5% reduction in numbers is allowed up to 72 hours before event. No more changes are permitted after this date.

All billing will be issued according to the final number of guests as agreed by the client.

In the case that the number of guests is more than the final count given, the company has the right to charge the client accordingly.

In the event of cancellation of the event, the company reserves the right to retain the full deposit paid.

Overtime charges will commence after 6 hours of service from when the first welcome drink is served. The first hour is charged at €200.00, whilst following hours at €150.00 per hour.

TERMS & CONDITIONS Menus must be selected 8 weeks prior to the event and certain items may be subject to seasonal variation dependant on their availability.

All food and beverage consumed on the premises must be purchased from the hotel with the exception of alcohol if a corkage fee has been agreed.

No wines, spirits, food or beverage may be brought into the hotel for consumption on the hotel’s premises unless the prior consent of the hotel has been made, for which a charge may be applicable.

Entertainment and loud music taking place on our terraces and private beach must cease by 23.00hrs.

This can be moved inside and carried on till the early hours. The hotel management reserves the right to halt the entertainment at any time if it is causing a disturbance to guests.

Please note that the hotel is not exclusive for your wedding day as we can cater for more than one wedding per day.

The client shall be responsible for any damage caused to the wedding venue affected by him/her and/ or his/her guests. Any such breakages will be invoiced accordingly to the client.

All prices indicated in this brochure are in Euro and are inclusive of VAT and may be subject to an increase should there be any Government imposed charges.

RADISSON BLU RESORT & SPA, GOLDEN SANDS Golden Bay, Limits of Mellieha, MLH 5510, Malta T: +356 2356 0000 radissonblu.com/goldensandsresort-malta