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FESTIVE SEASON MENUS 2010/2011

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Festive Day Menus

Christmas Eve Gala Buffet - Pg5 Christmas Early Buffet Breakfast - Pg6 Christmas Day Buffet Lunch - Pg7 New Years Eve Gala Buffet - Pg8 New Years Day Buffet Lunch - Pg9 New Years Eve Gala Dinner - Pg10
Live Entertainment is provided during festive lunches and dinners.

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Christmas Eve Gala Buffet

A full selection of festivity antipasti, natural salads, fish, shellfish, including prawns, meat platters, pts, raised game pies and terrines, variation of Japanese sushi and sashimi complimented with flavoured oils, dressings, chutneys, pickles and sauces hg Roast parsnip soup Prawn and artichoke bisque finished with chives and sour cream hg Fresh home made pasta in a squid ink salsa finished with soffritto of squid with fresh tomatoes and basil Cappellacci ai funghi di bosco complimented with Parmesan shavings, olive oil, rocket, and fresh pepper hg The carvery Roast duck glazed with cinnamon, cloves and hoi sin sauce, pink peppercorn, pineapple and chilli compote, bitter chocolate sauce Roast shoulder of pork rubbed with mustard and crushed pepper hg The hoT buffeT counTer Pan fried sea bream on saffron stewed fennel and leeks with bay leaves and fresh dill Sauted beef fillet medallions served on a shallot, thyme and port choppino Rich winter lamb stew with root vegetables Aubergine spinach and goat cheese rotolo Braised carrots in honey and orange Leek and caper crushed potatoes Balsamic fondant potatoes hg The desserT counTer Apple and cinnamon strudel, pear and blueberry frangipan, pecan tart, fig and honey almond tart, espresso tart with glazed walnuts, chocolate and raspberry delice tart, opera torte, sacher torte, white chocolate cheese cake, baked mango and rum chiboust, chocolate faulantine and more Yuletide log, Christmas steamed pudding and sticky Christmas brownies hg The cheese board Selection of hard, semi hard, soft and blue veined cheese served with grapes, celery, walnuts, biscuits and fig chutney hg Coffee and mince pies

FESTIVE GIFT VOUCHERS

Adult: 40.00 per person / Child (5-12yrs): 20.00 per person Children up to 4yrs old eat free.
SPECIAL fEStIvE ovErnIght StAy PACkAgE AvAILAbLE (rEfEr to PAgE 14)

Christmas Early Buffet Breakfast

Hot beverages Mulled wine, tea, herbal teas, coffee, hot chocolate, qastan tal-imbuljuta hg CHilled fruit juiCes Orange, pineapple, green apple, grapefruit, tropical, cranberry and strawberry hg assorted Cold Cuts Fine Scottish smoked salmon, smoked ham, smoked turkey, Italian salami, chicken liver pt, pastrami, edam cheese, emmenthal, feta, fresh local goat cheese, blue cheese and tofu cheese hg HealtHy bar Selection of sushi Japanese Miso soup hg Natural salads, Cereals, yogHurts aNd fruits Sliced cucumber, shredded carrots, steamed beetroot, mixed leaf lettuce, spring onions, tomato juice served with celery and accompaniments, carrot juice and beetroot juice, fresh fruit salad, seasonal carved fruits, fruit compotes, plain, fruit and low fat yoghurts, chocolate and vanilla puddings, fresh muesli, dried fruits and nuts, pumpkin seeds, fresh full and skimmed milk hg tHe bakers CorNer White and brown rolls, traditional Maltese bread, ftira, stone baked baguettes, white, brown and multigrain sliced loaves, rye bread, panettone, stolen bread, pain forte, croissants, pain au chocolat, cinnamon and raisin twirls, apple turnovers, brioche a lorange, chocolate muffins and doughnuts hg Hot breakfast Roast gammon studded with cloves and basted with honey, scrambled eggs, fried eggs, omelettes, grilled bacon, pork and beef sausages, grilled tomatoes, baked beans, fried mushrooms, local speciality cheese cakes, qassatat, pea cakes, grilled Maltese sausage, fried minute steak, pan fried calves liver with sauted onions, Maltese caponata, balbuljata and rosti potatoes Pancakes and waffles served with maple syrup, festive berry sauce and chocolate sauce Honey, fruit jams, diabetic jams, marmalade, nutella, margarine, butter and low fat butter, sauces and mustards

Christmas Day Buffet Lunch

Christmas day master centre pieces prepared by our team of chefs with a full selection of festivity antipasti, natural salads, fish, shellfish, including prawns, lobsters, meat platters, pts, raised game pies and terrines, variation of Japanese sushi and sashimi complimented with flavoured oils, dressings, chutneys, pickles and sauces hg Honey roasted celeriac soup pear relish Classical lobster bisque served with cheese crotes hg Stringoli verdi tossed with braised pork belly, shallots and lentil jus Porcini mushrooms baked lasagna Fresh bucatini tossed with shellfish hg The carvery Fresh rib of beef served with own roasting juices Traditional roast turkey with trimmings and cranberry sauce hg The hoT counTer Paupiettes of sole with salmon mousse, clam and basil cream Roast duck with bok choy and orange 5 spice reduction Braised ham shanks on a cabbage and grain mustard casserole Baked aubergine with a pesto and goat cheese risotto Tomato braised turnips and sweeds An array of winter steamed vegetables Paprika dauphinoise potatoes and boiled new potatoes hg The desserT counTer Apple and cinnamon strudel, apricot linzer tort, pear and blueberry frangipan, pecan tart, fig and honey almond tart, lemon tart, espresso tart with glazed walnuts, chocolate and raspberry delice tart, opera torte, sacher torte, white chocolate cheese cake, cassis mouse, mango and rum chiboust, chocolate faulantine, gateaux Saint Honore and more Yule log, Christmas log, Christmas steamed pudding, sticky Christmas brownies hg Ice cream parlour Home made ice creams and sorbets served with chocolate chips, candied fruits, coulis, chocolate sauce, toasted almonds and flaked coconuts hg The cheese board Selection of hard, semi hard, soft and blue veined cheese served with grapes, celery, walnuts, biscuits and fig chutney hg Coffee and mince pies

Adult: 25.00 per person / Child (5-12yrs): 12.50 per person

Children up to 4yrs old eat free

Adult: 49.00 per person / Child (5-12yrs): 24.50 per person

Children up to 4yrs old eat free

New Years Eve Gala Buffet

A display of show platters by our team of chefs with fresh fish and shellfish lobsters, meat and game platters with traditional raised pies and terrines, sushi, sashimi served with pickled ginger, soy and wasabi, heartily prepared antipasti complimented with oils, home made chutneys, dressings, vinegars and sauces hg The soup keTTle Quail consomm with porcini dumplings Mussel and clam veloute with cheddar and dill crotes hg From The pasTa corner Pastelli romagnoli al sugo di sepia, basilico e pomodorini Fresh pappardelle pasta tossed in a smoked chicken and foie gras butter complimented with rucola and goat cheese shavings, olive oil and fresh pepper hg From The carving Trolley Roast venison with juniper berry and red currant sauce Roast leg of wild boar, cinnamon and calvados cream jus hg From The BuFFeT counTer Pan fried bream fillets on prawn flavoured quinoa Roast barbary duck breast with pak choi and ginger shiitaki and roasting juices Veal parcels with confit of garlic and buffalo smoked mozzarella wrapped in Parma ham, pea pure and Madeira reduction Goat cheese, apple, walnut and vegetable strudel Selection of roasted winter vegetables Bouquetiere of green vegetables Gratin potatoes with thyme Almond croquette potatoes hg The desserT TaBle Supreme selection of desserts complimented with fruit coulis and chocolate sauces. Green tea and milk chocolate mousse, pear and orange crumble, double baked vanilla custard tart, apricot frangipan, passion fruit parfait, coffee cream caramel, tiramisu, tartufo, forest fruit cheese cake, hazelnut napoleon, pistachio and amaretto tart, chocolate and walnut frangipan, key lime tart, trio of chocolate panna cotta, coconut and lemon grass bavarois, gateaux Saint Honore and lemon curd hg The cheese Board A selection of cheese prepared by our cheese master served with celery, grapes, fig chutney, walnuts and water biscuits hg Coffee and petit fours

New Years Day Buffet Lunch

A display of show platters with fresh fish and shellfish, prawns, lobsters, langoustines and more from our kitchen brigade, meat and game platters with traditional raised pies and terrines Sushi and sashimi enhanced with heartily prepared antipasti, complimented with oils, chutneys, dressings, vinegars and sauce hg Partridge consomm with pearl vegetables Asparagus soup with potato gnocchi hg Pasta Bar Baked cannelloni with a bass and basil mousse, prawn bisque Casarecce pasta tossed in a wild mushroom, artichoke ragout Orechietti Sardi with a pumpkin, sage, walnut and blue cheese fondue complimented with rucola, parmesan and olive oil hg From the carving trolley Traditional beef fillet Wellington Roast stuffed goose with dried fruits and herb stuffing hg From the BuFFet counter Black olive poached cernia served with stewed fennel and baby leeks, crab and champagne cream Roast pheasant on thyme and lardoons roast winter vegetables and roasting juices Veal wrapped in fontina cheese and speck, basil, pea pure on a puy lentil jus Grilled vegetables, pesto and pecorino filo mille foglie French beans scented with lemon Roast celeriac and parsnip with sweet paprika Dauphinoise potatoes Fondant potatoes hg our Pastry selection A supreme celebration selection of desserts complimented with fruit coulis and chocolate sauces hg ice cream Parlour Ice creams and sorbet served with chocolate chips, candied fruits, coulis, chocolate sauce, toasted almonds and flaked coconuts hg the cheese Board A selection of cheese prepared by our cheese master served with celery grapes walnuts and water biscuits hg Coffee and petit fours

Adult: 80.00 per person / Child (5-12yrs): 40.00 per personChildren up to 4yrs old eat free.
SPECIAL fEStIvE ovErnIght StAy PACkAgE AvAILAbLE (rEfEr to PAgE 14)

Adult: 49.00 per person / Child (5-12yrs): 24.50 per person

Children up to 4yrs old eat free

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Welcome glass of Mumm Champagne and Canaps Bougon bouge and fresh local goat cheese terrine, wrapped in grilled zucchini on a walnut and truffle rosti, roast pear salad and olive oil hg Home cured salmon and pressed smoked eel delice, with a smoked prawn and chive sour cream, Ikura salmon roe and prawn jelly hg Quail confit cappelloni set on wilted sesame bok choi, complimented by pan fried sake marinated medallion of foie gras, shiro miso dressing hg Celery sorbet hg Dgustation of venison fillet, breast of duck and lamb cutlet served with a fine selection of vegetables and pures, with a Port wine game reduction hg Raspberry mousse set on a dark chocolate tart, white chocolate sorbet hg Coffee & petit fours hg Free flow of foreign superior wine* and fine dining water 125.00 per person
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New Y ears Eve

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*Falanghina del Sannio, Mastroberardino (white) & Rosso di Montalcino, Banfi Conte Placido (red)

SPECIAL fEStIvE ovErnIght StAy PACkAgE AvAILAbLE (rEfEr to PAgE 14)

Sunday Buffet Lunch with your family at

also offering its signature dishes on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve.
For reservations please contact us on 2262 3406.

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At The Tabloid we offer contemporary Mediterranean cuisine in a stylish and modern setting, offering something special for all the family.

Adults 25 - Kids (5-11years) 12.50

Live entertainment. For reservations please contact us on 2262 3402.
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(Access to car park is between The Victoria and palazzo Capua in gorg Borg olivier Street)

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Staff P arties
Christmas Miracle - Pg16 Poinsettia - Pg17 Feliz Navidad - Pg18 Wish List - Pg19

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Special FeSTiVe oVernighT STay package Staying overnight from only 90.00* in a comfort room

Jingle Bells - Pg20 Joy to the World - Pg21 Let it Snow - Pg22 Silent Night - Pg24 The First Noel - Pg25 Beverage Packages - Pg26

for 2 persons per night inclusive of buffet breakfast.

*This package is subject to availability. Other types of rooms including designer suites are available on request. Special arrangements can be made for specific requests.

Disco entertainment can be arranged for your private event at very advantageous prices

Christmas Miracle
Reception Menu 1 (15 iteMs)

Poinsettia
Reception Menu 2 (20 iteMs)

Salmon tartar in pastry tartlette Duck parfait with cognac caramelised orange zest Cherry tomatoes, basil and mozzarella skewers Rolled smoked chicken and guacamole blt Peppered goat cheese and tapinade open sandwich hg Traditional Pea and cheese cakes Prawns wrapped in blanket garlic chilli soy Chicken kievs with herb mayo 16 Mini pizza al salami piccante Vegetable spring rolls with sweet chilli sauce Sticky chicken tartlets with oyster sauce Indian vegetable curry in pastry tartlettes Chilli con carne served with nachos Breaded crab with a coconut and curry dip hg Selection of four French pastries hg Free flowing supply of beer, soft drinks, juices, mixers and water (4 hour duration) No corkage charges on wines, spirits & champagne when supplied by client. Service of chefs, waiters and barmen. coMpliMentaRy use of the Royal hall, state hall oR palazzo capua

Nachos with Jalapeo peppers, tomato salsa, guacamole and cheese dip Prawn crackers with Japanese sauce Selection of sushi with pickled ginger, wasabi and soy Salmon mousse with caviar on crotes Chicken liver with cranberry sauce on spoon canaps Marinated octopus with lemon and herbs Roast beef open sandwich with grain mustard and gerkins Salami with grilled vegetables and tapinade open sandwich Prawn in tangy with maryrose sauce open sandwich hg Duck parcels hoi sin dip Chilli beef tartlets with red Leicester cheese Smoked ham hock and chorizio beignettes Blue cheese and caramelized onions on flat bread Lamb koftas with a spicy tomato sauce Steamed assorted dim sums, plum sauce and soy sauce Beef with sate sauce Prawns wrapped in blanket chilli dip hg Cassata Siciliana Chocolate baci profiteroles Lemon meringues hg Free flowing supply of beer, soft drinks, juices, mixers and water (4 hour duration) No corkage charges on wines, spirits & champagne when supplied by client. Service of chefs, waiters and barmen. coMpliMentaRy use of the Royal hall, state hall oR palazzo capua

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21.00 per person

25.00 per person

Feliz Navidad
BUFFET MEnU 1

Wish List
BUFFET MEnU 2

Salad and anTipaSTi Bar Freshly prepared salads and antipasti including crisp salads, compound salads, cold cuts and shellfish complimented with sauces, dressings, herb oils and vinegars hg Potato and spinach veloute served with white fish dumplings Mezze penne in broccoli, aubergine and anchovy butter hg ThE CarvEry Roast traditional turkey with own jus and cranberry sauce 18 hg ThE SErving diShES Baked cernia seasoned with lemon and herb crumbs served on a mussel risotto, prawn tomato and herb coulis Navarine of lamb with root vegetables and black eye beans Melody of seasonal vegetables Baked potatoes with fennel and black Greek olives hg Christmas pudding with brandy sauce, chocolate mousse, apple crumble, exotic gateau, fresh fruit salad, chocolate and hazelnut pie, mince pies served with fresh cream and fruit coulis hg Coffee

Salad and anTipaSTi Bar A selection of Italian antipasti, natural salads, and compound salads, fish and meat terrines, marinated smoked fish, shellfish and more accompanied with dressings, flavoured oils and sauces hg Carrot and coriander soup served with a corn relish Fusilli tossed with pancetta and chicken liver cream Penne allo scogliera in bianco finished with basil hg ThE CarvEry Roast traditional turkey with trimmings and cranberry sauce Peppered slow roast beef served with a shallot and thyme jus hg ThE SErving diShES Baked cod in a bisque sauce Slow roast pork with rustic roast root vegetables and peppercorn jus Selection of winter garden vegetables Herb couscous Delmonaco potatoes Grilled potatoes with rosemary and herbs hg A selection of Christmas treats, Christmas pudding with brandy sauce, chocolate mousse, apple crumble, exotic gateau, fresh fruit salad, chocolate and hazelnut pie, fig frangipan served with fresh cream and fruit coulis hg Coffee & mince pies

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22.00 per person

25.00 per person

Jingle Bells
Part-Plated Menu

Joy to the World

4 Course Plated Menu 1

Home made fresh bucatini pasta tossed in a mushroom, pancetta and rosemary infused cream hg the Serving diSheS Roast traditional turkey with jus and cranberry sauce Beef bourguignonne 20 Rich brown beef stew Baked perch in prawn cream Winter vegetables Baked potatoes with fennel hg Baked apple tart with mango coulis hg Coffee & mince pies

Roast celeriac soup served with sour cream and black olive crostini or Fresh bucatini laced in a smoked chicken borlotti beans and rosemary infusion hg Baked white miso marinated cod served on baked aubergines, wilted spinach and goma-dare sesame sauce or Duo of turkey with roast breast and leg with stuffing, served on festive stir fry vegetables complimented with an orange, ginger and cranberry sauce, own jus hg Festive berry mousse complimented with mango ice cream and coconut coulis hg Coffee & mince pies 21

20.00 per person

21.50 per person

Let it Snow
4 Course Plated Menu 2

a timeless venue to celebrate

la MaltIJa Fresh goat cheese, Maltese sausage, marinated octopus, sundried tomatoes, pickled onions, bigilla, tomato paste, split balsamic and olive oil dressing or Cauliflower and dill soup finished with fresh salmon tartar hg 22 Roast medallions of beef served with braised oxtail and mushroom tian layered with winter root vegetables, charred aubergine pure and veal reduction or Paupiettes of snapper with a herb farce set on stewed fennel and cabbage tuve, clam veloute hg Fresh pineapple tarte tatin flavoured with cinnamon and pink peppercorns accompanied with mango ice cream, citrus and raspberry compote hg Coffee & mince pies

Palazzo Capua is available for your private party this FESTIVE SEASON, offering a selection of cocktail party menus or sit-down options. Palazzo Capua is available for hire with third party caterers. Contact us on 2262 3203 for more information.

26.00 per person

Silent Night

The First Noel

Tom ka khaa kai

Vermicelli soup with minced pork dumplings hg White fish and shellfish Thai curry 24
Chinese mo gu Ji

Selection of Sushi served with wasabi, soy & pickled ginger hg Crispy shredded duck with pancakes & plum sauce, cucumber & spring onions hg
HaSil laut bumbu kuning

stir fried chicken with shiitake, oyster and wood ear mushrooms
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Combination of shellfish braised in coconut milk madame pas chicken curry Classic Chinese beef oyster Japanese egg fried rice with pork Combination of chow mein noodles hg Pumpkin cheese cake with kulfi indian ice cream hg green tea

Chillied beef stir Fry Vegetables prawn and egg fried rice hg Chocolate and coconut cream caramel coconut ice cream hg green Tea

25.00 per person

30.00 per person

Beverage P ackages
Christmas Goodies
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/2 Marsovin Caravaggio Local Wines

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/2 Local Still/Sparkling Water 8.50 per person hg Fairytale

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/2 Calvet Sauvignon Blanc/Merlot French Classical Wines

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/2 Local Still/Sparkling Water 10.00 per person hg

Festive Day Menus

Christmas Eve Gala Dinner - Pg28 Christmas Early Buffet Breakfast - Pg29 Christmas Day Buffet Lunch - Pg30 New Years Eve Gala Dinner - Pg31 New Years Day Buffet Lunch - Pg32

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all i want For Christmas

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/2 Galestro Rocca delle Macie/Chianti Vernaiolo Italian Superior Wines

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/2 Local Still/Sparkling Water 13.00 per person

Live Entertainment is provided during festive lunches and dinners.

Christmas Eve Gala Dinner

Mango shot drizzled with citrus jus hg Chicken supreme filled with walnut and apple mousse followed by sun dried tomato and olive tapenade hg Roast onion soup with goats cheese crostini 28 hg Roulade of milk fed veal with Parma ham and mascarpone cheese served with whole grain mustard sauce hg Pitaya cream pudding with chocolate structures accompanied with a champagne sabayon hg Coffee and dainty mince pies

Christmas Early Buffet Breakfast

Variation of Butchers special cuts Cooked ham, salami Napoli, salami Milano, arrosto, mortadella, chicken rolls and roast beef hg Dairy proDucts Emmental, edam and cheddar cheeses, butter, milk, natural, fruit and low fat yoghurts hg selection of Juices Orange, grapefruit and pineapple hg cereals Bran flakes, corn flakes, muesli, rice crispies, weetabix hg HOT BEVERAGES Tea, coffee, hot chocolate & traditional imbuljuta fruits & Jams Poached peaches, pears & prunes, jams, marmalade, honey hg from the hot Buffet counter Scrambled eggs, boiled eggs, bacon, choice of sausages (pork, cumberland & frankfurters), baked beans, fried mushrooms and rosti potatoes hg the Victoria Bakery Basket Selection of fresh international rolls and breads, Chocolate & vanilla muffins, croissants, danish pastries, pastizzi and traditional honey rings

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Adult: 30.00 per person / Child (5-12yrs): 15.00 per person Children up to 4yrs old eat free.
SPECIAL fEStIvE ovErnIght StAy PACkAgE AvAILAbLE (rEfEr to PAgE 34)

Adult: 16.50 per person / Child (5-12yrs): 8.25 per person

Children up to 4yrs old eat free

Christmas Day Buffet Lunch

A lavish selection of Mediterranean seafood, butchers special cuts, home made pts, marinated and cured salmon accompanied with fresh salad leaves hg Watercress, pea and mint soup with cheddar cheese and paprika croutons Red lentil, chickpea and chilli soup Egg noodles with fried vegetables and spicy chicken with soy sauce Macaroni tossed in light creamy tomato sauce and five cheeses hg Grilled salmon darnes perfumed with a hint of anchovy and Worcestershire sauce topped with black grapes Grilled chicken supreme flavoured with lemon set on a bed of onion and courgette couscous Pan-fried beef steaks cooked with white and brown mushrooms coated with mustard cress sauce hg The Carving JoinT Baked gammon leg studded with cloves glazed with honey presented with sweet and sour sauce Slowly roast Christmas traditional tom turkey with fresh tarragon and sage accompanied with cranberry sauce Bell peppers and Parmesan risotto Steamed seasonal vegetables Roast potatoes scented with wild thyme hg A delicious combination of gateaux, flans, mousses and fresh fruit cuts

New Years Eve Gala Dinner

Platter from the Alps with speck, prosciutto and bresaola topped with Parmesan crack, presented with black grapes hg Prawn and fennel bisque hg Pepper crusted grouper fillet set on a green pea and watercress pure garnished with roast cherry tomatoes hg Mango and pineapple sorbet hg Roast tournedo of beef glazed with hickory and cumin, presented with rosemary jus built on winter greens and sweet potatoes hg New Years surprise prepared by our Chef Patissier hg Coffee and friandises

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Adult: 35.00 per person / Child (5-12yrs): 17.50 per person

Children up to 4yrs old eat free

Adult: 70.00 per person / Child (5-12yrs): 35.00 per person Children up to 4yrs old eat free.
SPECIAL fEStIvE ovErnIght StAy PACkAgE AvAILAbLE (rEfEr to PAgE 34)

New Years Day Buffet Lunch

A lavish selection of Mediterranean seafood, marinated salmon, butchers special cuts, home made terrines, composed and natural salads with a touch of Maltese antipasto accompanied with dressings and herb oils hg A fusion of butternut squash and nigella seeds sprinkled with roast pine nuts Creamed celeriac and pear soup garnished with chopped chervil Farfalle with smoked swordfish, black olives, cherry tomatoes, fresh mint leaves and rucola Buttered rigatoni tossed with sun dried tomatoes and prawns, combined with saffron sauce hg Salmon darnes set on a fennel and ginger fondue with lemon chive butter sauce Braised lamb shanks in wild thyme sauce Beef rib eye with shallots, plum tomatoes and mozzarella Roast Peking duck with orange and drambuie reduction hg The Carvery JoinT Stuffed loin of pork with prunes and apricot farce and rosemary jus Risotto with fried winter vegetables scented with marjoram and cheddar cheese Melody of fresh garden vegetables Roast potatoes with black sesame seeds and spring onions hg A generous blend of gateaux, flans, mousses and fresh fruit cuts freshly prepared by our Pastry Chef

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Traditional Sunday Lunches offering a selection of local and international antipasti, soup, pasta, carvery dishes, white and red meats and fish specialties followed by a wide range of sweets.

Adult: 35.00 per person / Child (5-12yrs): 17.50 per person

Children up to 4yrs old eat free

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Special FESTIVE overnight stay package.

Starting from 70.00*
in a standard room for 2 persons per night inclusive of buffet breakfast.
*This package is subject to availability at time of request. Special arrangements can be made for specific requests.

Staff P arties
Winter Wonderland - Pg36 Mistletoe - Pg37 The Snowman - Pg38 Rudolfs - Pg39 Santas Recommendation - Pg40 Beverage Packages - Pg41

Disco entertainment can be arranged for your private event at very advantageous prices

Winter Wonderland
CoCktail ReCeption Menu 1 (15 iteMs)

Mistletoe
CoCktail ReCeption Menu 2 (20 iteMs)

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Selection of fine canaps Salmon and prawn bridge rolls Prawn and anchovy brioche Goat cheese and feta mousse barquettes with celery Roulades of smoked fish flavoured with marjoram and lime Arrosto, pineapple and cocktail sweet onion skewer hg Gorgonzola and spinach triangles Curried vegetable puffs Prawn in filo paste with oyster sauce Fried camembert triangles Prune wrapped in bacon rashers Chicken satay with peanut sauce Spicy vegetable kebabs Marinated beef in chilli sauce hg Chocolate boats topped with berries Free flowing supply of beer, soft drinks, juices, mixers and water (4 hour duration). No corkage charges on wines, spirits & champagne when supplied by client. Service of chefs, waiters and barmen. CoMpliMentaRy use of the WilliaM shakespeaRe suite oR palazzo Capua

Selection of fine canaps Cheese and pickle sandwiches Prawn and salmon tartare on savoury spoon Ham mousse and sweet mustard bridge rolls Hummus and parsley cream brioche Savoury tartlettes with cottage cheese radish marmalade and pecan nuts Fresh mozzarella and basil cherry tomatoes skewers Assortment of octopus in herbs, stuffed olives, beans in garlic and Maltese sausages hg Traditional Maltese cheese and pea cakes Anchovy qassatat Crispy vegetable spring rolls with sweet chilli sauce Chicken samosas with hoi sin sauce Filled mushroom caps with ham mousse Mini chicken Kiev Beef and pork kebabs flavoured with coriander Prawn in filo paste with oyster sauce with chive dip Sweet and sour pork Hickory smoked sirloin hg Fresh fruit kebabs Selection of dainty French pastries Free flowing supply of beer, soft drinks, juices, mixers and water (4 hour duration). No corkage charges on wines, spirits & champagne when supplied by client. Service of chefs, waiters and barmen. CoMpliMentaRy use of the WilliaM shakespeaRe suite oR palazzo Capua

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16.50 per person

20.00 per person

The Snowman
3 Course Plated Menu 1

Rudolf s
3 Course Plated Menu 2

Courgette and rosemary soup garnished with Parmesan shavings or Creamy pasta spirals tossed with basil pesto and peas sprinkled with smoked pancetta hg Grilled tuna steaks topped with tomato concasse, baby prawns and kiwi mussels 38 or Fried pork steaks with red onions, mushrooms and white wine blended with hickory and Worcestershire sauce Panache of steamed vegetables Rosti potatoes hg Home made banoffi pie or Fruit salad hg Coffee

Light celeriac soup, infused with Stilton cheese and ruby port, sprinkled with finely chopped chives or Penne with chorizio, chicken and julienne of capsicums served in a light tomato cream salsa hg Pepper crusted salmon steaks on seared greens, topped with lime wedges or Roast fillet of pork filled with prune and apricot mousse, wrapped in bacon rashers set on baby spinach served with vermouth sauce Roast sesame potatoes Bouquetiere of vegetables hg A dark chocolate and orange terrine presented with a compote of forest berries or Papaya and mango frangipane topped with pistachio nuts hg Coffee 39

15.50 per person

18.50 per person

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Buffet Menu

Beverage P ackages
White Christmas
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A selection of mouth-watering salads presented with assorted dressings hg Cream of red lentils garnished with crispy bacon lardons Buttered macaroni with grilled aubergines, zucchini and basil tomato sauce hg 40 Baked cerna fillets with olives, capers and Mediterranean greens, buon Assisi style Fried beef steak with shallots, flamed with brandy finished with pink and green pepper corn sauce Filled pork loin with peppered cheese and smoked ham served with cumin and fennel sauce Baked potatoes with garlic, onions and tomatoes Saut potatoes with fried onions Garden of mixed vegetables hg A choice of gateaux, flans, mousses and fruit salad from the dessert counter hg Coffee
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/2 Marsovin Verdala Dry/La Valette /2 Local Still/Sparkling Water 6.00 per person hg santas Workshop /2 Villa Cerro Soave/Bardolino Italian Classical Wines /2 Local Still/Sparkling Water 7.25 per person hg snoWflakes 41

/2 Marsovin La Torre Chardonnay/Merlot Maltese Classical Wines

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/2 Local Still/Sparkling Water 8.00 per person

17.50 per person

For further information and bookings for staff parties please contact our Events Team on 2262 3203/4 or E: events@thepalacemalta.com or events@victoriahotel.com For individual bookings during the Festive Season at The Palace please contact our Front Office Team on 2133 3444 For individual bookings during the Festive Season at The Victoria Hotel please contact our Front Office Team on 2133 4711 The Palace High Street - Sliema SLM 1542 www.thepalacemalta.com The Victoria Hotel Gorg Borg Olivier Street - Sliema SLM 1807 www.victoriahotel.com Complimentary use of our underground car park facilities is offered to patrons during all festive events*.
(Access to car park is between The Victoria and Palazzo Capua in Gorg Borg Olivier Street, Sliema) *subject to availability