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Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner
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Christmas Day Buffet Lunch
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New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner
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New Year’s Day Buffet Lunch
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Cocktail Reception Menus
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Exclusive Buffet Menus
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Staff Party Overnight Rates
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CHRISTMAS EVE BUFFET DINNER
MULLED WINE
ANTIPASTI
Enjoy a feast of Mediterranean and international specialties, featuring an array of stuffed and grilled vegetables, marinated shellfish, a selection of cold meat cuts including Italian salamis and local smoked ham, and an assortment of sushi and terrines. Complement these with fresh salads and chilled antipasti, all accompanied by homemade dressings and oils
SOUP KETTLE
Cream of cauliflower soup served with a hint of gorgonzola cheese - (V)
Moroccan chickpea, carrot, and spinach soup - (V)
PASTA STATION
Baked lumaconi stuffed with ricotta and fresh parsley in a Napolitana sauce, topped with fresh basil - (V)
Linguine Mediterranean seafood; a mix of Mediterranean seafood cooked in white wine and fresh fish stock with fresh herbs
PIZZA OVEN
Italiana; topped up with mozzarella cheese, salami Napoli, grilled peppers, rocket, and grana shavings
Festosa; topped up with mozzarella, red grapes, walnuts, and a drizzle of honey - (V) Margherita; topped up with mozzarella, tomato sauce, and fresh basil - (V)
MAINS
Grilled chicken breast laid on a bed of sautéed cabbage with applewood cheese, sundried tomatoes, fresh cherry tomatoes, and cream Lamb tagine
Grilled Irish ribeye served with grilled vegetables and bourbon gravy
Seared pork loin on a succotash cassoulet with caramelized apple cream sauce
LIVE COOKING FROM THE CARVERY
Salmon en croûte with a creamy fish velouté sauce
Stuffed Turkey roll with creamy paprika sauce
VEGETARIAN
Stuffed capsicum – with Moroccan couscous Pilaf wild rice – with truffle oil
Tahini noodles – with red cabbage sichuan peppercorn slaw
ACCOMPANIMENTS
Roasted honey carrots – with sesame seeds and coriander butter - (V)
Marinated herb oil baked marrows and aubergines - (V) rosemary and thyme new potatoes - (V)
Traditional roasted potatoes – with fennel seeds - (V)
INDIAN SECTION
Savor a selection of festive Indian dishes, including mixed vegetable pakoras and hara bhara kabab as appetisers Enjoy hearty mains like beef madras, lamb badami korma, and kadai chicken. Complement these with a flavourful mixed vegetable curry and fragrant vegetable pulao
CHEESE STATION
A selection of hard, semi-hard, and soft cheeses, served with grapes, celery, nuts, and biscuits
CHILDREN’S CORNER
Delight the little ones with a selection of their favourites, including pasta in tomato sauce, chicken nuggets, fish fingers, and fries. They can also enjoy a small selection of salads and vegetables, catering to both their tastes and nutritional needs
DESSERTS AND FRUIT TABLE
Indulge in a variety of sweet treats from our dessert counter, featuring an assortment of homemade cakes, including individual and traditional Christmas cakes. Refresh your palate with a fresh fruit salad, and enjoy an assortment of ice creams with a range of sauces Complement your dessert with a selection of cheeses, crackers, and Maltese biscuits
Including free flow of house wine, house beer, minerals, juices, water and hot beverages
Please be aware that our dishes may contain allergens, including cereals containing gluten, crustaceans, eggs, fish, peanuts, soybeans, milk, nuts, celery, mustard, sesame seeds, sulphur dioxide, lupin, and molluscs If you have any food allergies or specific dietary requirements, kindly inform a member of staff prior to placing to booking. We are happy to provide detailed information and help you select suitable menu options
CHRISTMAS DAY BUFFET LUNCH
MULLED WINE
ANTIPASTI
Savor a feast of mediterranean and international specialties, including stuffed and grilled vegetables, marinated shellfish, and a selection of cold meat cuts such as Italian salamis and local smoked ham. Enjoy an assortment of sushi and terrines, complemented by fresh salads and chilled antipasti Homemade dressings and oils complete this diverse spread
SOUP KETTLE
Mediterranean seafood soup
Celeriac, hazelnut and truffle soup
PASTA STATION
Calabria fish ragu with mixed seafood ragu and a hint of nduja
Garganelli with creamy beef sauce
Baked ravioli with a rich Napolitana sauce and cheese
PIZZA OVEN
Bologna; topped up with tomato sauce, mozzarella, mortadella, and pistachios
Pacifica; topped up with tomato sauce, mozzarella, blue cheese and smoked salmon
Margherita; topped up with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and fresh basil
MAINS
Ropa vieja featuring shredded beef cooked in a flavourful tomato-based sauce
Braised lamb shanks accompanied with root vegetables
Grilled branzino with prawns served with a Calvados bisque
LIVE COOKING
Traditional whole Turkey with homemade stuffing
Pork loin wrapped with bacon served with a rich apple cider sauce
FROM THE CARVERY STATION
Salmon en Croûte with a creamy fish velou
Stuffed Turkey roll with creamy paprika
VEGETARIAN
Pilaf rice
Parmigiana di melanzane
Cassoulet of beans
ACCOMPANIMENTS
Potato wedges with fresh thyme and butter
Steakhouse fries
Panaché of seasonal vegetables steamed Brussels sprouts accompanied with bacon snippets
CHINESE AND SUSHI CREATIONS
Delight in a selection of Chinese and sushi creations, featuring lemon chicken, five-spice pork stew, and fried pork dumplings. Enjoy stir-fried noodles with vegetables and prawns, egg fried rice, and vegetable spring rolls
CHEESE TABLE
A selection of hard, semi-hard, and soft cheeses served with grapes, celery, and a mixture of nuts and biscuits
CHILDREN’S CORNER
Delight the little ones with pasta in tomato sauce, chicken nuggets, fish fingers, and fries. They can also enjoy a small selection of salads and vegetables
DESSERTS AND FRUIT TABLE
From the dessert counter, indulge in a selection of homemade cakes, including individual and traditional Christmas cakes. Refresh your palate with a fresh fruit salad and enjoy an assortment of ice creams with a variety of sauces. Complete your meal with an assortment of cheeses, crackers, and Maltese biscuits
Including free flow of house wine, house beer, minerals, juices, water and hot beverages
(V) – VEGETARIAN
Please be aware that our dishes may contain allergens, including cereals containing gluten, crustaceans, eggs, fish, peanuts, soybeans, milk, nuts, celery, mustard, sesame seeds, sulphur dioxide, lupin, and molluscs If you have any food allergies or specific dietary requirements, kindly inform a member of staff prior to placing to booking We are happy to provide detailed information and help you select suitable menu options
NEW YEAR’S EVE BUFFET DINNER
SPARKLING WINE
ANTIPASTI
Delight in a feast of Mediterranean and international specialties, including stuffed and grilled vegetables, marinated shellfish, and a selection of cold meat cuts such as Italian salamis and local smoked ham Enjoy a variety of sushi and terrines, complemented by fresh salads and chilled antipasti. Homemade dressings and oils enhance this diverse spread
SOUP KETTLE
Beef consommé
Spiced parsnip and cauliflower soup - (V)
PASTA STATION
Tortellini stuffed with ricotta served with pulled beef, red pesto, and cream
Orecchiette with fried aubergines tossed in a tomato sauce - (V)
Casarecce with clams and prawns topped with fresh herbs and lobster bisque
PIZZA OVEN
Discraziata; topped up with fried aubergines and mozzarella - (V)
Margherita; topped up with tomato sauce and mozzarella - (V)
Da’ Vella; topped with Bolognese sauce and Mexican cheese
LIVE COOKING
Grilled fresh salmon accompanied with a fish velouté
Grilled pork medallions served with a creamy mustard sauce
Roasted duck accompanied with cranberry and sour cherry sauce
FROM THE CARVERY
Oven-cooked brisket with a Worcestershire and balsamic reduction
Roasted veal loin served with a caper lemon sauce
VEGETARIAN
Steamed button mushrooms accompanied with pecorino cheese and truffle cream
Vegetable rosettes
ACCOMPANIMENTS
Butter and thyme roasted new potatoes
Delmonico potatoes
Roasted vegetables with thyme
Steamed carrots with coriander butter
INDIAN STATION
Savor a selection of Indian favourites, including crispy mixed vegetable pakoras, flavourful hara bhara kababs made with greens and spices, and spicy beef madras. Enjoy rich lamb badami korma, aromatic kadai chicken with freshly crushed spices, and a comforting mixed vegetable curry Complete your meal with fragrant vegetable pulao, enhanced with rosewater and kewra water
CHEESE STATION
A selection of hard, semi-hard, and soft cheeses served with grapes, celery, and a mixture of nuts and biscuits
CHILDREN’S CORNER
Delight the children with pasta in tomato sauce, chicken nuggets, fish fingers, and fries
They can also enjoy a small selection of salads and vegetables
DESSERTS AND FRUIT TABLE
From the dessert counter, indulge in a selection of homemade cakes, including individual and festive cakes. Refresh with a fresh fruit salad and enjoy an assortment of ice creams with various sauces Complete your meal with an assortment of cheeses, crackers, and Maltese biscuits
Including free flow of house wine, house beer, minerals, juices, water and hot beverages
ADULTS €110.00 | CHILDREN (6 TO 11 YEARS) €55.00
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT DURING MEAL
FOLLOWED BY LIVE SHOW & LIVE BAND AT ASTRALES GRAND HALL
(V) – VEGETARIAN
Please be aware that our dishes may contain allergens, including cereals containing gluten, crustaceans, eggs, fish, peanuts, soybeans, milk, nuts, celery, mustard, sesame seeds, sulphur dioxide, lupin, and molluscs If you have any food allergies or specific dietary requirements, kindly inform a member of staff prior to placing to booking We are happy to provide detailed information and help you select suitable menu options
NEW YEAR ‘S DAY BUFFET LUNCH
ANTIPASTI
Enjoy a feast of Mediterranean and international specialties, including stuffed and grilled vegetables, marinated shellfish, cold meat cuts like Italian salamis and local smoked ham, and an assortment of sushi and terrines. Fresh salads and chilled antipasti are complemented by homemade dressings and oils
SOUP KETTLE
Butternut squash and fresh sage soup - (V)
Leek, bacon and potato soup
PASTA STATION
Fresh garganelli with spinach, bacon, Maltese sausage, white wine, fresh thyme, and cream
Fish lasagna
Rigatoni with a rich vegetable ragu - (V)
PIZZA OVEN
Al Fungi; topped up with funghi trifolati and mozzarella - (V)
Margherita; topped up with tomato sauce and mozzarella - (V)
Pizza Majjala; topped up with shredded pork, Italian cheese, and mozzarella
LIVE COOKING
Duck casserole
Traditional rabbit stew
Chicken thigh with a rich funghi porcini sauce
CARVERY STATION
Baked fresh Scottish salmon served with grilled seasonal vegetables, dill and vodka cream velouté
Roasted ribeye accompanied with a Bordelaise sauce
VEGETARIAN
Steamed broccoli, baby corn, and cheese béchamel sauce
Baked tart served with vegetables and cheese
Roasted pumpkin served with caramelized sugar, creating a sweet and tangy syrup..
Traditional roasted potatoes topped with fennel seeds
Rosemary and garlic roasted new potatoes
Roasted root vegetables with a honey dressing
Steamed Brussels sprouts served with bacon snippets and herby butter
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ADULTS
€70.00 | CHILDREN (6 TO 11 YEARS) €35.00
(V) – VEGETARIAN
Please be aware that our dishes may contain allergens, including cereals containing gluten, crustaceans, eggs, fish, peanuts, soybeans, milk, nuts, celery, mustard, sesame seeds, sulphur dioxide, lupin, and molluscs If you have any food allergies or specific dietary requirements, kindly inform a member of staff prior to placing to booking We are happy to provide detailed information and help you select suitable menu options
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COCKTAIL RECEPTION MENU ‘A’
COLD CANAPÉS
Pork liver mousse served with thyme on grilled rustic bread
Grilled bell pepper, basil, and mozzarella wrap - (V)
Double decker sandwich with prawn and cream cheese
WARM CANAPÉS
Mini Kievs, stuffed with garlic and cheese
Jalapeño cream cheese poppers - (V)
Battered perch accompanied by tartar sauce
Fried goat cheese
Satay chicken sticks served with peanut sauce
Mini quiche with mushrooms and blue cheese - (V)
Vegetable spring rolls with a sweet and sour dip - (V)
Beef sliders with mustard mayo
DESSERTS
Chocolate brownies
Mince pies
PRICE €35.00
Minimum number of guests: 60
Including 4 hours open bar serving house wines, house beer, minerals, water and hot beverages
Additional house spirits @ €10 00 per person
Additional branded spirits @ €16 00 per person
(V) – VEGETARIAN
Please be aware that our dishes may contain allergens, including cereals containing gluten, crustaceans, eggs, fish, peanuts, soybeans, milk, nuts, celery, mustard, sesame seeds, sulphur dioxide, lupin, and molluscs If you have any food allergies or specific dietary requirements, kindly inform a member of staff prior to placing to booking We are happy to provide detailed information and help you select suitable menu options.
COCKTAIL RECEPTION MENU ‘B’
COLD CANAPÉS
Pork liver mousse served with thyme on grilled rustic bread
Grilled bell pepper, basil, and mozzarella wrap
Double decker sandwich with prawn and cream cheese
WARM CANAPÉS
Jalapeño cream cheese poppers - (V)
Asian cigar Thai chicken
Nacho cheese triangles - (V)
Bite-size ribs
Camembert cheese bites - (V)
Fried king prawns with spicy mayo
Vegetable spring rolls served with a sweet soya dip - (V)
Mozzarella sticks accompanied by mango chutney - (V)
Beef sliders with mustard mayonnaise
Chicken satay skewers
Fish skewers with tartar sauce
DESSERTS
Christmas tartlets - (V)
Chocolate brownies - (V)
Mince Pies
PRICE €40.00
Minimum number of guests: 60
Including 4 hours open bar serving house wines, house beer, minerals, water and hot beverages
Additional house spirits @ €10.00 per person
Additional branded spirits @ €16 00 per person
(V) – VEGETARIAN
Please be aware that our dishes may contain allergens, including cereals containing gluten, crustaceans, eggs, fish, peanuts, soybeans, milk, nuts, celery, mustard sesame seeds sulphur dioxide, lupin, and molluscs If you have any food allergies or specific dietary requirements, k prior to placing to booking. We are happy to provide detailed inf itable menu options
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EXCLUSIVE BUFFET MENU 1
ANTIPASTI
An array of fresh and compound salads, antipasti, consisting of locally sourced vegetables, fresh and cured meats, marinated seafood, dressings, and a selection of cheeses, served with local galette
SOUP KETTLE
Cream of cauliflower soup, topped with roasted bacon
Potato and pea soup - (V)
PASTA STATION
Pasta with fried aubergines, served with cheese and tomato sauce - (V)
Baked pasta with beef ragu
ROTISSERIE
Piri-piri chicken, served with green sauce
LIVE COOKING
Grilled steak fish, accompanied by a caper sauce
Pork loin, served with a wine sauce
Stuffed peppers with Moroccan couscous topped with feta cheese - (V)
ACCOMPANIMENTS
Local roast potatoes - (V)
Steakhouse fries- (V)
Panaché of fresh local vegetables - (V)
Steamed basmati rice - (V)
DESSERTS & FRUIT TABLE
A selection of in-house desserts, including dry pastries and gateaux
Including free-flow of house wines, house beer, minerals, water and hot beverages
Adults €40.00 | Children (6 to 11 years) €20.00
Minimum number of guests: 50
Please be aware that our dishes may contain allergens, including cereals containing gluten, crustaceans, eggs, fish, peanuts, soybeans, milk, nuts, celery, mustard, sesame seeds, sulphur dioxide, lupin, and molluscs If you have any food allergies or specific dietary requirements, kindly inform a member of staff prior to placing to booking We are happy to provide detailed information and help you select suitable menu options (V) – VEGETARIAN
EXCLUSIVE BUFFET MENU 2
ANTIPASTI
An array of fresh and compound salads, antipasti, consisting of locally sourced vegetables, fresh and cured meats, marinated seafood, dressings, and a selection of cheeses, served with local galette
SOUP KETTLE
Pea soup with bacon snippets
Vegetable soup - (V)
PASTA STATION
Grilled eam sauce
Oven-bak with a touch
Slow-cooked vegetarian stew - (V)
ACCOMPANIMENTS
Roast potatoes - (V)
Steakhouse fries - (V)
Panache of local fresh vegetables - (V)
Steamed basmati rice - (V)
CHILDREN’S CORNER
Pasta in tomato sauce, chicken nuggets, fish fingers and a small selection of salads and vegetables
DESSERTS & FRUIT TABLE
A selection of in-house desserts, including dry pastries and gateaux
Including free flow of house wines, house beer, minerals and hot beverages
Adults €45.00 | Children (6 to 11 years) €22.50
Minimum number of guests: 50
STAFF PARTY OVERNIGHT RATES
01-DEC TO 21-DEC
STANDARD ROOM: €50.00 ON BB BASIS (UP TO 02 PAX)
STANDARD SEA VIEW ROOM: €70.00 ON BB BASIS (UP TO 02 PAX)
22-DEC TO 23-DEC
STANDARD ROOM: €65.00 ON BB BASIS (UP TO 02 PAX)
STANDARD SEA VIEW ROOM: €85.00 ON BB BASIS (UP TO 02 PAX)
27-DEC TO 30-DEC
STANDARD ROOM: €100.00 ON BB BASIS (UP TO 02 PAX)
TANDARD SEA VIEW ROOM: €120.00 ON BB BASIS (UP TO 02 PAX)
3-JAN TO 21-JAN
STANDARD ROOM: €50.00 ON BB BASIS (UP TO 02 PAX)
TANDARD SEA VIEW ROOM: €70.00 ON BB BASIS (UP TO 02 PAX)
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