Indulge in a vibrant buffet of global flavours, fresh artisan salads and a decadent dessert spread that delights every sense.
½ hour chef’s selection of 4 finger food items on arrival, served on rotation
Olives, cured meats, bocconcini, marinated vegetables, dips and grilled Turkish bread (nf)
Choice of two hot dishes to serve
Five spiced pork belly, sticky soy, coriander & crispy shallot (gf)(df)(nf)
Crispy skinned salmon, roquette, fennel with citrus dressing (gf)(df)(nf)
Moroccan spiced chicken thigh (gf)(df)(nf)
Gourmet sausages, onion marmalade, sliced Abbotts Bakery bread (df)(nf)
Herb and lemon crumbed chicken pieces with chipotle mayonnaise (nf)
Chargrilled beef, asado style, parsley chimichurri sauce (gf)(nf)(df)
Chermoula lamb shoulder, pomegranate & sumac spiced salad (gf)(df)(nf)
Kingfish, pico de gallo (salsa), paprika mayo (gf)(df)(nf) (supplement $8 pp)
Tortellini filled with ricotta, sundried tomato, Swiss mushrooms with saffron cream (v)(nf)
Accompaniment: bread rolls served with butter (v)
Choice of three side options
Salads
Cos leaves, radish, mint, with citrus dressing (vg)(df)(gf)(nf)
Salad greens, balsamic vinaigrette, cucumber, Spanish onion, tomato & torn herbs (vg)(df)(gf)(nf)
Roquette, toasted pine nuts & parmesan salad (v)(gf)
Asian style coleslaw, wasabi soy mayonnaise (v)(df)(gf)(nf)
Slow roasted pumpkin, sweet potato salad with capsicum, chickpea and sumac yoghurt (v)(gf)(nf)
Roasted red capsicum & orecchiette pasta salad (vg)(df)(nf)
Vegetables
Rosemary roasted chat potatoes (vg)(df)(nf)
Green beans with kalamata olives, red onion & mint (vg)(df)(nf)
Roast sweet potato and pumpkin with Indian spices (vg)(df)(nf)
Seasonal greens, lemon zest, extra virgin olive oil (vg)(df)(nf)
Roast vegetables (vg)(df)(nf)
Chargrilled corn with lime (vg)(df)(nf)
Heirloom carrots with orange blossom, dill & mustard butter (vg)(df)(nf)
Roasted cauliflower, spinach, caramelised onion & almond salad with tahini dressing (vg)(df)(gf)
Choice of two dessert options
Dark chocolate mousse, cherries (v)(gf)(nf)
Petite pavlova, balsamic strawberries (v)(gf)(nf)
Salted caramel chocolate tart, freeze dried mandarin (nf) (gf available $1.50 supplement)
Lemon tart, freeze dried berry (v)(nf) (gf available $1.50 supplement)
Chocolate brownie (v)(gf)
Mixed spice panna cotta, apple compote (v)(gf)(nf)
Coconut & lime leaf rice pudding, mango, calamansi gel (vg)(df)(gf)(nf)
Flourless chocolate cake, mulled cherries, mascarpone (v)(gf)(nf)
(gf) gluten free (v) vegetarian (vg) vegan (nf) nut free (df) dairy free
All prices listed are inclusive of GST. No hidden fees. No surprises. Just transparent pricing from the start.
Qualified chef, crockery, cutlery, place setting set up and premium disposable napkin.Pricing based on minimum numbers of 40 people, chef surcharges apply for smaller groups.Waiting staff, surcharges & additional equipment fees may apply, but vary dependingupon locations & circumstances.
All prices listed are inclusive of GST.
No hidden fees. No surprises. Just
transparent pricing from the start.
Our kitchen uses a variety of ingredients, including gluten, dairy, nuts, shellfish, soy, and eggs. Whilst we take care with dietary requests, we cannot guarantee dishes are free from allergens.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where we work and live and pay our respects to Elders past and present.
We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.
We work with a diverse array of people regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, beliefs or ethnicities. We strive to make everyone feel welcomed, heard and recognised for the unique perspective they bring to the world.
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