Congratulations on your engagement! The event planning team at Royal Melbourne Country Club is committed to providing you, your family and friends the most memorable experience possible Our knowledgeable event staff will assist you in planning your event details to ensure that your special day is beautiful and flawlessly executed. We look forward to assisting you throughout the wedding planning process
W H A T ' S I N C L U D E D
Exclusivity of the Pre-Function Room, Veranda & Ballroom | In-House Wedding Coordinator
Private Bridal Suite (additional fee), Grooms Room (onsite ceremonies)
Indoor/Outdoor One Hour Cocktail Reception: Selection of Four Butler-Passed Hors d’ oeuvres
Dinner Service: First Course, Entrée, Wedding Cake and Coffee Service
Champagne Toast | Red and White Wine Served with Dinner
Following Dinner Service: Additional Three Hours of Open Bar
House White or Ivory Linens
M E E T M E G A N
Megan Duszynski, Director of Catering leads a fantastic team Growing up in Long Grove, Megan decided at age five that she wanted to plan events and never changed her mind She graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Hospitality Management After graduating, she started her Event
Planning career at Biaggi's in Deer Park She then spent eleven years planning events and managing memberships for The Quadrangle Club at the University of Chicago Megan joined the team in early 2022 and has loved returning home to Long Grove. Megan loves spending time with her husband, Michael, two children Lily and Calvin, and two dogs, Sheldon and Gracey
Cocktail Hour Hors d oeuvres
Butler Passed Hors d' oeuvres - Please Make Four Selections
Included in Entrée Price
HOT
Vegetarian Spring Roll with Soy Sauce (v)
Spinach and Feta Puff Pastry (v)
Fajita Vegetable (v) or Chicken Quesadilla with Avocado Crema, Pico De Gallo
Chicken Satay with Sweet Chili Sauce (gr)
Tomato Soup Shooter with Mini Grilled Cheese (v)
Brie and Raspberry in Phyllo Dough (v)
Vegetable (v), Chicken or Pork Pot-Stickers with Ponzu Sauce
Pimento Cheese Croquettes with Pineapple Gochujang Sauce (v)
Coconut Crusted Shrimp with Orange Sweet Chili Sauce
Boursin Cheese Stuffed Mushroom (v)
Bacon Wrapped Scallop with Tomato Aioli
Mini Beef Wellington with Demi-Glace
Mini Maryland Crab Cake with Caper Remoulade
COLD
Classic Bruschetta on Toast Points (v)
Caprese Salad Skewer (v) (gr)
Curry Chicken Salad Tartlet Deviled Egg
Hummus & Feta Tartlet (v)
Prosciutto & Melon Lollipop
Roast Beef & Jumbo Asparagus with Cream of Horseradish
Shrimp Cocktail (gr)
Asian Tuna Tartare on a Wonton Crisp with Wasabi Aioli
Beef Tenderloin Tartare on a Crostini with Horseradish Aioli
Smoked Salmon and Caviar, Cucumber, Crème Fraiche, Dill, on a Blini
Upgrades Available Upon Request
Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free and Children's Options Available Upon Request
Bud Light, Coors Light, Budweiser, Amstel Light, Corona, White Claw
Upcharge from Standard, $11 per person
Additional Hour $14 per person
UPGRADED WINE & BEER
Royal Melbourne has an extensive wine and beer list which can be provided upon request Vintages and availability change frequently Ask Megan for additional information.
French Fries, Tater Tots, Tortilla Chips, Assorted Crackers, Pretzel Bites
$15 per person
Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free and Children's Options Available Upon Request
The Details
GRAND BALLROOM
Our elegant ballroom offers seating for up to 220 guests, featuring beautiful views of our property and French doors leading to a outdoor veranda overlooking the golf course
CEREMONY
Royal Melbourne can accommodate a wedding ceremony in our beautiful ballroom, outdoor veranda or in the wedding garden
The ceremony set-up fee is $1,000 Rehearsal time will be coordinated Photos may be taken on Royal Melbourne Grounds
MENU TASTING
Wedding plans can quickly fill the schedule, but your menu tasting is one of the best parts of the process
Sample two salads, and four entrées, reflective of the Club’s preparations that your guests will experience the night of your wedding This also allows the Director of Catering to become more familiar with your expectations and schedule of events on your wedding day
The two-hour menu tasting includes: Complimentary tasting for up to six guests, additional people may attend either “sampling” from the six entrees ordered or adding additional selections at an additional charge The additional guests may also choose to order from the a la carte restaurant menu at entrée prices
Scheduled by appointment with the Director of Catering two to four months prior to your wedding date
Hosted at Royal Melbourne’s Restaurant Wednesdays & Thursdays at 3:00pm
Secure Your Wedding Date
WE WOULD BE HONORED TO HOST YOUR WEDDING CELEBRATION
Note: We do not "hold" any date(s) A date is secured with the initial non-refundable deposit ($1500) and a signed contract
MINIMUMS
A food & beverage minimum will apply and vary based on dates
DEPOSIT SCHEDULE
To Secure Your Wedding Date a $1,500 Non-Refundable Deposit and Signed Contract is required Final payment is due 14 days prior to event
Acceptable Forms of Payment for First Deposits & Final Payment: Personal or Certified Check, Cash, or Credit Card with a 3% fee
FINAL GUEST COUNT & PAYMENT
14 days prior to your wedding date, your final guest count is due and an invoice will be generated
The final balance including service charges, applicable taxes and other charges is due 14 days prior to event date
Acceptable Forms of Payment: Bank Certified Check, Personal Check, Cash, or Credit Card with a 3% fee Only
The sales and service of alcoholic beverages are regulated by the state of Illinois As licensee, this club is responsible for the administration of regulations Royal Melbourne has a strict NO shot policy
Preferred Vendors
FLORISTS
Blooming Flowers
847-640-1234 | www ebloomingflowers com
LA’FLEUR DÉCOR
224-235-4099 | www lafleurdecor com
Town & Country Gardens
847-742-113 | www eventsbytcg com
Joseph’s Floral
847-362-2224 | www josephsevents com
PHOTOGRAPHERS
H Photography
847-749-8821 | www theHphotography com
Michelle Zapanta Photography
331-642-5697 | https://michellezapanta com
Something Blue Photography 224-735-7776 | www somethingbluephoto com
Photo credits: Being Joy Photography, Chrissy Deming Photography, Emily Elizabeth Photography, Erika Mattingly Photography, GC Photography, Love Elle Photography, Michelle Zapanta Photography, Nicole Morisco Photography, Ressler Photography, Sherah G Photography, Something Blue Photography & Victoria Saint Martin Photography
