C H R I S T M A S   P A R T I E S   A T   T H E   C A S T L E

Ham hock and braised leek terrine, homemade chutney

Curried parsnip soup, homemade bread

Ballottine of organic salmon, herb crème fraiche

Chicory and Colston Bassett Stilton salad, walnut dressing

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Roast breast of turkey, apricot and onion stuffed leg, bacon wrapped chipolatas,
roast potatoes, cranberry sauce, jus

Fillet of sea bass, onion puree, roast salsify, red wine and chestnut sauce

Braised shank of English lamb, mashed potato, winter vegetables, rosemary jus

Warm Comté and caramelised onion tart

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Traditional Christmas pudding, whisky cream

Iced vanilla parfait, spiced apple compote

Dark chocolate and Grand Marnier mousse

Selection of British and French cheeses, wheaten biscuits

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Coffee and mince pies £2

£28.50

Prices are per person and inclusive of VAT A pre order of food must be made at least 7 days before the party date The Christmas party menu is available throughout December 2007 and for between 10 and 60 people A £10 per person deposit will be taken. All accounts to be settled on departure Cancellation Policy 100% of food costs 3 days or less before party

C H R I S T M A S   D A Y   L U N C H

Fondue Savoyarde

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Curried parsnip soup, homemade bread

Warm salad of roast Loddon Valley wood pigeon, bacon lardons, hazelnut dressing

Ballottine of organic salmon, herb crème fraiche

Terrine of ham hock and foie gras, sauce gribiche, dressed leaves

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Roast breast of turkey, apricot and onion stuffed leg, bacon wrapped chipolatas,
roast potatoes, cranberry sauce, jus

Fillet of sole “Bonne Femme”, leek etuve

Loin of English venison, braised red cabbage, roast potatoes, juniper berry jus

Nut roast, seasonal vegetables, roast potatoes, cranberries, onion and red wine sauce

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Traditional Christmas pudding, whisky cream

Raspberry panna cotta, Breton shortbread

Rich dark chocolate tart, white chocolate ice cream

Selection of British and French cheeses, celery, grapes, biscuits

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Cheese as extra course £6

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Warm mince pies
Freshly brewed filter coffee or tea

£50

Half portions of the menu are available for children

N E W   Y E A R ’S   E V E   a t   T H E   C A S T L E

Crayfish salad, lemon and herb dressing

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Chicken liver and foie gras parfait, homemade chutney

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Fillet of English beef wellington, wild mushroom sauce (served pink)

or

Coulibiac of organic salmon, Champagne veloute

Both served with roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables

(carved in the restaurant by our head chef)

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Orange crème brulee, fruit muffin

or

Dark chocolate mousse with liqueur soaked cherries

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Chefs selection of artisanal cheeses, biscuits, grapes and celery

£50

If you wish us to book you a taxi please let us know as early as possible.