Willard InterContinental Weddings

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Unforgettable. Exquisite. Classic.

T H E W I L L A R D I N T E RC O N T I N E N TA L Gracefully orchestrated celebrations of consistent quality, classic elegance, attention to detail and personalized service are the hallmarks of a Willard InterContinental Wedding.

A magnificent Wedding venue, our historic landmark hotel, neighboring the White House on Pennsylvania Avenue, has been faithfully restored to her 1904 Beaux-Arts splendor. The Willard offers sumptuous world-class cuisine set in lush, intimate environments that are refined and stylish, yet supremely relaxed.

Our entire staff is dedicated to exceeding the expectations of every guest.

The Willard InterContinental boasts 335 beautifully appointed guestrooms and suites featuring all the amenities a luxury hotel offers.

Wedding guests may also enjoy meals at our restaurants: CAFÉ DU PARC, classic bistro cuisine with Parisianstyle outdoor seating; ROUND ROBIN AND SCOTCH BAR; PEACOCK ALLEY for seasonal afternoon teas and evening cocktails; OCCIDENTAL GRILL & SEAFOOD, a staple of Washington DC, all are perfect locations for rehearsal dinners, brunches, and continuing celebration of your special moment.

PAYMENT OPTIONS To secure your wedding at the Willard InterContinental, a deposit equivalent to 25% of the minimum food and beverage and rental fee is required with contract signature.

All events must paid 10 business days in advance. Payments may be made by credit card, personal check, certified & cashier’s check, or cash. Please note the Hotel requires a credit card authorization to remain on file in addition to the primary method of payment. Final payments may only be made by certified check, cashier’s check or credit card.

GUARANTEES To ensure adequate preparation, a guarantee of the number of persons attending is required by five working days prior to the event day. You will be charged for the guaranteed number. However, should your guest count increase by the time the event occurs, you will be charged for the additional guests accordingly.

MINIMUM FOOD AND BEVERAGE REQUIREMENTS Food and Beverage minimums are established by the Hotel according to demand, availability, and space requirements for your Wedding. Minimums vary based on the day of the week, time of the year, and day of interest. Your Catering Sales Manager will provide you with minimum requirements once you have established a date.

WEDDING TASTINGS Complimentary dinner tastings are available for Weddings of 100 guests or more for up to four guests, and must be scheduled in advance. Wedding tastings are available between Monday-Thursday at 2pm, and must be scheduled with 20 days advance notice, pending availability of the culinary team. Tastings are available only for the plated portion of the menu and your Wedding cake.

TABLE SETTINGS A selection of damask ivory or golden floor length linens, white cloth napkins, five votive candles per table, your choice of charger plate, selection of table number frames, selection of china and silverware are provided by the Hotel.

GUESTROOMS The Willard will provide one complimentary suite for the bride and groom on your Wedding night complete with a specialty amenity. The Hotel is happy to establish a courtesy room block for your out-of-town guests.

Guestrooms are subject to 14.5% Room Tax. VENDORS We work with the best vendors in the DC area, and are happy to assist you with your needs for additional services. As a policy of the Hotel, all vendors/suppliers contracted must follow Hotel Guidelines. Please see our Vendor Guidelines.

PARKING - 2015 Reduced event parking for your guests is available at $23.00 per vehicle if charged to the Master Account.

Should your guests pay for parking charges individually, parking is $32.00 per vehicle. Please note rate is subject to change without notice.

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION AND CHARGES Please see the General Information Form for further details.

T H E C RYSTA L RO O M Evoking romantic elegance and intimacy, the sparkling Crystal Room shimmers in turn-of-the-century splendor. The Crystal Room was the original ballroom for the Willard InterContinental when it opened in 1901. It, too, has been brought back to its original design, with floor to ceiling windows, marble columns, and ornate hand-carved gold leaf crown-moldings.

Ceremony Capacity: 250 | Reception Capacity: 130

T H E W I L LA R D RO O M The warm, rich ambiance of the Willard Room inspires romance. Formerly the Willard Fine Dining Room, it has also been restored to its original design with six exquisite brass chandeliers, floor to ceiling windows, as well as hand-carved wood accents throughout the ceiling.

Ceremony Capacity: 320 | Reception Capacity: 150

T H E G R A N D BA L L RO O M Few venues rival the Willard InterContinental’s Grand Ballroom with its buttercup yellow, pale blue, and soft green hues, beveled mirrors, crystal chandeliers and beautifully hand-painted landscape. Six hand-crafted crystal chandeliers serve as the focal point of the space. The Grand Ballroom also features a private reception space for cocktails and desserts.

Ceremony Capacity: 425 | Reception Capacity: 350

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Nestled between the Breezeway and CafÊ Du Parc, The Willard InterContinental’s Courtyard is an elegant, urban courtyard beautifully appointed with a two-tier water fountain which operates between Spring and Fall. The Breezeway beautifully bridges the two sides of the Willard Building, and creates an open, elegant atmosphere for cocktail receptions and intimate dinners. As it connects with the Courtyard, guests can flow in and out of the building and enjoy the best of both worlds.

Dinner Capacity: 80 | Reception Capacity: 250

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W I L LA R D C E R E M O N I E S

Ceremony fees vary according to the amount of time and space required.

Traditional one-hour Ceremonies start at $1,500.00 and include:

Classic Golden Banquet Chairs Risers Place Card Table With Damask Linens Microphone, Speaker & Technician Passed Sparkling Wine & Water

A two-hour time period is allotted for your Wedding Ceremony, including one hour of set up. Should you need additional time or have a more elaborate Ceremony; please contact your Event Services Manager for pricing.

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2015 W E D D I N G PAC K AG E

OUR WEDDING PACKAGE INCLUDES: Our signature Wedding Packages are designed to include all that you and your guests will need for an unforgettable Wedding experience, with options to customize your special day.

Willard InterContinental Wedding Packages start at $185.00 per person.

All pricing is based on a five hour reception, excluding 21% Service Charge and 10% DC Sales Tax.

Sparkling Wine Toast Five Hour Open Willard Brands Bar Five Butler Passed Hors D’ oeuvres Two-Course Seated Dinner Wine Service with Dinner Customized Wedding Cake Specialty Damask Linens Banquet Tables & Chairs Table Number Frames Selection of Charger Plates Complimentary Tasting for up to 4 Guests Specialized Event Services Manager

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W H I T E G L OV E R E C E P T I O N Willard Wedding pre-dinner receptions usually last sixty minutes, and are the perfect opportunity for your guests to mingle while you and your bridal party get pictures and prepare for a grand evening of celebration. Please select five hors d’oeuvres:

COLD

HOT

Champagne & Melon Soup in a Shot Glass Mango & Crab Crostini with Wasabi Aioli California Roll with Wasabi & Soya Dipping Sauce Bruschetta with Avocado, Tomato & Micro Basil

Spinach & Feta in Crisp Poppy Seed Phyllo Mushroom Risotto Purse with Black Truffle Vegetable Spring Roll with Chili Dipping Sauce Tenderloin of Sesame Chicken

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S O U P & SA LA D Please select one: SALAD

SOUP

ORGANIC MESCLUN GREENS Seasonal Organic Greens Vine Ripe Tomatoes, Shaved Fennel, Cucumber Aged Balsamic Vinaigrette

APPLE CIDER BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP Apple Salsa

TRI-COLOR SEASONAL SALAD Arugula, Radicchio, Endive, Caramelized Pear, Cambozola Cheese Cherry Balsamic CHILLED MAINE LOBSTER SALAD Frisee, Baby Mixed Greens, Seasonal Vegetables Mango Vinaigrette Add $10.00 per person

YELLOW TOMATO GAZPACHO Cucumber Ceviche & Feta Cheese LOBSTER TOMATO BISQUE Brioche Croutons Add $5.00 per person FLORIDA CORN & CRAB BISQUE Crème Fraiche Add $5.00 per person

All prices exclusive of 21% Service Charge & 10% DC Sales Tax

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A P P ET I Z E R

You may choose to add an appetizer course to your dinner from the selections below:

WARM GOAT CHEESE TART Caramelized Onion, Petite Organic Mixed Greens & Sherry Vinaigrette Add $15.00 per person SPRING VEGETABLE RISOTTO Locally Grown Seasonal Vegetables, Mascarpone, Parmesan & Fine Herbs Add $15.00 per person

PAN SEARED SEA SCALLOPS Asian Cabbage Slaw Add $23.00 per person CRAB SALAD Toast Points & Mesclun Micro Greens Add $15.00 per person JUMBO CRAB CAKE Chipotle Aioli & Mango Salsa Add $25.00 per person

All prices exclusive of 21% Service Charge & 10% DC Sales Tax

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SESAME CRUSTED ATLANTIC SALMON Tomato Beurre Blanc SHENANDOAH TROUT FILET Lemon Cream Sauce HONEY BRINED MUSHROOM STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST Red Wine Basil Sauce

LEMONGRASS & STAR ANISE BRAISED SHORT RIB Spicy Fried Onion Rings Add $18.00 per person HERB ENCRUSTED RACK OF LAMB Tarragon Jus Add $25.00 per person GRASS-FED BEEF TENDERLOIN Balsamic Caramelized Onions Virginia Red Wine Reduction Add $25.00 per person

Should you choose to offer an entrée option for your wedding guests, the highest priced entrée will prevail for all entrée selections.

It is your responsibility to inform the hotel of the exact quantities of each selection five days prior to the event (guarantee), and also note the selections in the place cards using a designated symbol for each selection. Please note it is your responsibility to provide place cards in alphabetical order to your Event Services Manager. The Willard InterContinental is happy to accommodate any special meal requests. Please speak with your Event Services Manager about your specific needs. A service charge of 21%, which is taxable, and 10% DC tax applies to all services and products provided by the Hotel.

All prices exclusive of 21% Service Charge & 10% DC Sales Tax

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D U ET E N T R E E FREE RANGE CHICKEN BREAST & CHESAPEAKE CRAB CAKE Add $18.00 per person GRASS-FED BEEF TENDERLOIN & CHESAPEAKE CRAB CAKE Balsamic Caramelized Onions & Classic Remoulade Add $30.00 per person PETITE FILET MIGNON & MAINE LOBSTER TAIL Pink Peppercorn Brandy Sauce & Tomato Beurre Blanc Add $40.00 per person

Should you choose to offer an entrée option for your wedding guests, the highest priced entrée will prevail for all entrée selections.

It is your responsibility to inform the hotel of the exact quantities of each selection five days prior to the event (guarantee), and also note the selections in the place cards using a designated symbol for each selection. Please note it is your responsibility to provide place cards in alphabetical order to your Event Services Manager. The Willard InterContinental is happy to accommodate any special meal requests. Please speak with your Event Services Manager about your specific needs. A service charge of 21%, which is taxable, and 10% DC tax applies to all services and products provided by the Hotel.

All prices exclusive of 21% Service Charge & 10% DC Sales Tax

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WEDDING CAKES Willard Weddings guests enjoy customized cakes prepared by our Executive Pastry Chef Gary O’Hanlon and our superb culinary team. Our cakes are made fresh, and covered with a luxurious Italian buttercream, perfect for the finest palates. We prepare a Faux Cake for display (up to five tiers) and serve individual slices beautifully decorated with quenelle of cream, fresh berries, spun sugar, and fruit coulis to each guest. Some designs may incur additional charges.

PISTACHIO POUND CAKE Lightly Soaked in Rum 64% Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse Coated with Chocolate Buttercream

LEMON CHIFFON CAKE Layers of White Chocolate & Strawberry Mousse BITTER ALMOND CAKE Caramelized Almond Cream

CHOCOLATE FONDANT CAKE Bitter Brownie Cake Layers of Milk Chocolate Mousse

BANANA BUTTER SPONGE CAKE Layers of Banana and Milk Chocolate Creams

RED VELVET CAKE Cream Cheese Filling and Frosting

DEVIL’S FOOD CAKE Orange Cream and a Chocolate Ganache

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BA R S E RV I C E WILLARD BRANDS BAR

PREMIUM BRANDS BAR

Dewar’s White Label Scotch Jim Beam Bourbon Svedka Vodka Canadian Club Whiskey Beefeater Gin Sauza Blanco Tequila Bacardi Superior Rum Stone Cellars Culinary Collection Wines Domestic and Imported Beers Assorted Regular and Diet Soft Drinks

Johnny Walker Red Scotch Maker’s Mark Bourbon Stolichnaya Vodka Jack Daniels Whiskey Tanqueray Gin Patron Silver Tequila Mount Gay Eclipse Silver Rum Stone Cellars Culinary Collection Wines Domestic and Imported Beers Assorted Regular & Diet Soft Drinks Add $12.00 per person

CORDIALS Patron XO Café, Bailey’s Irish Cream, Grand Marnier, Kahlua, Romana Sambucca & Amaretto Disaronno Port/Cognac Sandeman Ruby, Sandeman 20 Year, Remy Martin VSOP & Hennessy VSOP Added to the Premium Bar (5 Hours) – Add $35.00 per person After-Dinner Service (1 Hour) - Add $15.00 per person

All prices exclusive of 21% Service Charge & 10% DC Sales Tax

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S I GNAT U R E D R I N K S

Our Food and Beverage Team can assist you in customizing a specialty cocktail for your wedding reception. Below you will find some of the hottest trend and our guests’ favorites.

Add $15.00 per person

Velvet Club Willard Absynth Black Manhattan Willard Mint Julep Pomegranate Martini Maison Premiere Spring Pimms Cup

All prices exclusive of 21% Service Charge & 10% DC Sales Tax

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ENHANCEMENTS ARTISAN CHEESE DISPLAY Selection of Domestic & Imported Cheeses Garnished with Dried Apricots, Candied Walnuts Sliced French Bread & Imported Crackers $18.50 per person

CHARCUTERIE TABLE Display of Coppa, Parma Ham, Sopresetta, Mortadella with Pistachio & Genoa Salami Assorted Olives, Marinated Artichoke Heart, Button Mushrooms, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Green Olive Tapenade & Cherry Tomatoes $28.00 per person DIM SUM STATION SautĂŠed Rice Noodles with Chicken or Shrimp, Spicy Chicken & Beef Satay Served with Peanut Sauce $46.00 per person

SUSHI STATION Please Select a Total of Five Options Assortment of Maki Offerings: Yellow Tail, Tuna, Spicy Tuna, Salmon, Spicy Salmon, California Roll, Cucumber Roll & Barbeque Eel Assortment of Sashimi Offerings: Poached Shrimp, Rockfish, Salmon, Tuna & Yellow Tail Served with Wasabi, Pickled Ginger & Soy Sauce $44.00 per person * SEAFOOD STATION Poached Maine Lobster on Cucumber East Coast Oysters Served on the Half Shell or Shucked to Order Snow Crab Claws, Littleneck Clams & Chilled Jumbo Shrimp Lemon Wedges & Spicy Tomato Cocktail Sauce Assortment of Crackers & Pumpernickel Bread with Tabasco & Brandy Sauces $53.00 per person **

* (1) Sushi Chef Requied at $225.00 per 75-100 guests | ** (1) Oyster Shucker Required at $225.00 per 75-100 guests All prices exclusive of 21% Service Charge & 10% DC Sales Tax

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ENHANCEMENTS LATE NIGHT MUNCHIES Butler Passed for One Hour. Selections are based on one item of each selection per person.

Miniature Beef and Pulled Chicken Sliders French Fries in Paper Cones & Ketchup Chicken Tenders & BBQ Sauce Chocolate & Strawberry Milkshake Shots Assorted Cookies & Mini Ice Cream Sundays $25.00 per person TAPAS DISPLAY Grilled Jumbo Shrimp on Curried Couscous Fresh Herb Salad Deconstructed Tuna Nicoise Salad Napoleon of Mozzarella, Tomato, Zucchini, Kalamata Olive Vinaigrette Rustic Bread, Serrano Ham, Manchego Cheese, Finely Diced Olives, Crushed Tomato, Garlic Spread Bacon Wrapped Dates Filled with Blue Cheese $45.00 per person SEAFOOD FUN STATION Displayed or Passed Shrimp Cocktail in Shooter Glass with Cocktail Sauce $7.00 each item Scallop Lime & Cilantro Ceviche Shots $8.00 each item Assorted Sashimi California Rolls, BBQ Eel, Yellow Tail, Salmon, Tuna Served with Wasabi, Picked Ginger & Soy Sauce $7.00 each item MARYLAND LUMP CRAB DIP DISPLAY Served with French Baguette & Assorted Crackers $18.00 per person

TEX MEX STATION Interactive Display Chicken and Cheese Quesadillas Blackened Tilapia Hard and Soft Taco Shells , Carne Assada Guacamole, Sour Cream, Tomato Salsa Shredded Lettuce, Shredded Cheese, Tortilla Chips $35.00 per person CHOCOLATE DIPPED DESSERTS Selections are based on one item of each per person.

Chef’s Selection of Miniature Cakes, Tarts, Mousse Cups, Chocolate Dipped Strawberries Cookies & Truffles $19.00 per person MINIATURE VIENESSE TABLE Chef’s Selection of Miniature Cakes, Tarts, Mousse Cups, Chocolate Dipped Strawberries, Cookies & Truffles $35.00 per person CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN Flowing Milk or Dark Chocolate Served with Donut Holes, Marshmallows, Strawberries, Gaufrettes, Pineapple, Rice Crispy Treats & Pretzel Rods $28.00 per person CANDY SHOP Assorted Chocolate Bark, Homemade Marshmallows, Fruit Dusted Meringues, Truffles, Lollipops & Jelly Beans. Double Fudge Brownies, Blondies, Fantasy Bars & Turtle Bars $21.00 per person

All prices exclusive of 21% Service Charge & 10% DC Sales Tax

The Willard InterContinental Hotel 1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20004 Tel; 1-202-628-9100 Fax; 1-202-637-7326 washington@intercontinental.com www.washington.intercontinental.com