The most romantic day of your life should be historic!

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1 The most romantic day of your life should be historic! That s why the National Press Club in downtown DC is the perfect venue to celebrate your wedding and ensure your big day will go down in history! It s not just the place where news happens, it s where memories are made. Overlooking the White house at the top of the National Press Building, the Club has a wonderful atmosphere, terrific food, and excellent service. NPC Ballroom has a capacity of 215 with dancefloor. Standard set includes tables, banquet chairs, white linen, silver/glass/china, budvase & rose, votives. Room rental of $5300 is waived with $15000 in food and beverage sales, excluding tax and gratuity. Additional fees are dancefloor $300 and bartender at $40/hr each w/2hr minimum. Gratuity is 20% and DC tax is 10%. To discuss your plans and arrange a visit, please call an event specialist at , evens@press.org.

2 Dining & Catered Event Menu For Events That Are Unique, Elegant, Historic, Unforgettable th St. NW, 13th Floor Washington, D.C press.org

3 Passed or Displayed Hors d oeuvres Minimum Order: 25 Pieces Vegetarian: 3.75/pp Baby Sunburst Squash with Mushroom Duxelle Bite-size Cheddar Gourgeres Blue Cheese Tarts with Fruit Reduction Butternut Squash Tarts Caramelized Onion Pita Point with Chive Oil and Roasted Red Peppers Grilled Bruschetta with Savory Relish Mango and Brie Quesadillas Mexican Vegetable Empanadas with Tomato-Lime Salsa Mini-Zucchini, Potato and Scallion Cakes with Dill Sour Cream Mushroom Phyllo Strudel with Onion Dipping Sauce Potato Latkes with Dill Sour Cream Phyllo Triangles with Spinach and Feta Cheese, Spanakopita Risotto Cake with Mushrooms and Chablis Sauce Swiss and Leek Mini-Quiche in Pastry Cups Wild Mushroom Triangles Vegan: $3.75/pp Edamame Dumplings Vegetarian Spring Rolls with Hot Mustard Sauce Samosa Pillows Indian Spiced Pakoras Vegetables Pot Stickers with Ginger-Soy Sauce Chicken or other Fowl: 4.00/pp Chicken and Lemongrass Pot stickers Chicken Liver Pate with Green Peppercorns on Cornbread Rounds Chicken or Beef Quesadillas with Tomato Salsa Chicken Pot stickers Mexican Chicken Empanadas with Tomato-Lime Salsa Chicken Satays with Cilantro Peanut Sauce Chicken Guacamole Salad on Red Potato Buttons Jamaican Jerk Chicken Skewers with Ginger Sauce Mini Chicken Cordon Bleu Red Devil Devilled Eggs with Crispy Prosciutto Sesame Chicken Strips Sliced Duck Breast with Fiery Orange Sauce on Toast Point Szechwan Chicken Skewers with Sweet and Sour Sesame Sauce Traditional Peking Duck with Sweet Bean Sauce Prices are subject to 20% Service Charge plus 10% D.C. Tax Popular selection Chef signature dish Healthy selection

4 Meat: 4.50/pp Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto with Cheese Baby Reubens on Rye Basil wrapped Beef Meatballs with Mustard and Ginger dipping Sauces Beef Carpaccio on Rye Toast with Artichoke Mayonnaise Beef Steak with Gorgonzola Skewers Beef Teriyaki Satay Mexican Beef Empanadas with Tomato-Lime Salsa Dates stuffed with Spanish Manchego, Cream Cheese and Bacon Ham and Gruyere Quiche in Pastry cups Mini Cheeseburgers with Sesame Button Rolls Petite Lamb chops on the Bone with Olive Tapenade Pork or Beef Pot stickers Pork Rib Satays with Peanut Chile Sauce Prosciutto Bruschetta with Melon Sliver Steak Tartare on Black Bread with Horseradish Crème Fraiche Seafood: 4.75/pp Bacon Wrapped Mini-Scallops with Scallion Rémoulade Crab Croquettes Gravlax Tortillas with Dill Cream Lobster or Shrimp Devilled Eggs Poached Salmon Salad in Phyllo Cup Shrimp Pot Stickers with Ginger-Soy Sauce Salmon Tartare with Mango Salsa on Plantain Crisps Sautéed Tequila Lime-glazed Shrimp with Tropical Salsa Sesame Crusted Sushi Tuna with hint of Wasabi Shrimp and Crème Fraiche stuffed Mushroom Caps Shrimp Spring Rolls with Sweet and Sour Mustard Sauce Smoked Salmon and Dill Pinwheels Smoked Salmon on Puff Pastry with Dill and Horseradish Cream Spicy Shrimp with Ginger Cocktail Sauce Tidewater Mini Crab Cakes with Red Pepper Sauce Tuna Tartare on Plantain Crisp Prices are subject to 20% Service Charge plus 10% D.C. Tax Popular selection Chef signature dish Healthy selection

5 Displayed Hors d'oeuvres International Cheese Display Garnished with Fresh Fruit; Served with Water Biscuits $9 per Person Vegetable Crudité Display Seasonal Vegetables with Assorted Dips $6 per Person Fresh Fruit Display A Selection of Seasonal Fruits $7 per Person Variety of Dips, Crackers, Pretzels, Tortilla, Bagel, and Potato Chips Selection such as Guacamole, Salsa, Hummus, Baba ghanoush, Yogurt and Fresh Herbs, Fresh Vegetable, Mediterranean Olive Tapenade or Sour Cream Dips $18 per Pint, $15 per Pound Mixed Nuts or Peanuts $20 per Pound House made Focaccia Topped with Tomatoes, Mozzarella, Goat Cheese and Grilled Vegetables $5 per Person (minimum order 25) Grilled Bruschetta (Italian Baguette Crisps) Assorted Seasonal Marinades of Olive, Artichoke, Tomato and Herbs $4 per Person (minimum order 25) Asian Dumpling Display Assorted Dumplings, Moo shu Pancakes, Egg Rolls, Pot-stickers, Peking Duck, Satays, Beggars Purses, Skewered Meats, Shrimp and Vegetables and other Asian delights with Soy-Sesame, Peanut Chile, and/or Red Curry Sauces $12 per Person (approx. 3/pp.) Mini-Quesadillas Served with Guacamole, Sour Cream and Salsa $7 per Person (minimum order 25) Warm Deli Finger Sandwiches Deli-style Selection such as Reuben (Corned Beef), Roast Beef, Ham and Cheese or Vegetarian Sandwiches with Roasted Vegetables $8 per Person (minimum order 25) Wheel of Baked Brie in Flaky Pastry Raspberry Reduction, Toast Points and Caramelized Fruits $75 per Wheel Prices are subject to 20% Service Charge plus 10% D.C. Tax Popular selection Chef signature dish Healthy selection

6 Hors d'oeuvre Stations The following offerings are meant to be served as appetizer portions. We suggest choosing 3-4 if selecting these options in lieu of a seated dinner. Salmon Platter Dill Gravlax, Norwegian Smoked Salmon with Capers, Onion, Egg, Tomatoes and Cream Cheese; Bagel Chips or Black Bread $280; Serves 40 Prawns and Pernod Accompanied with Scallions, Garlic, Sun-dried Tomatoes, or Tropical Fruit Mélange; Steamed Basmati Rice $18 per Person; (requires a Chef: $100 for 3 hours; $25 each additional hour) Seasonal Soup Tasting Station Two Freshly Made Soups with Artisan Breads and Flavorful Accompaniments Examples include Shrimp Bisque, Curried Butternut Squash, Corn Chowder or Chilled Gazpacho $10 per Person; (requires a Chef: $100 for 3 hours; $25 each additional hour) Sushi and Sashimi Display An Assortment of Freshly Made Sushi, Sashimi and Vegetable Rolls Served with Pickled Ginger, Wasabi and Soy Sauce $600; 150 pieces Peking Duck and Moo Shu Pancake Station Sliced Peking Duck rolled in Pancakes with Scallions and Sweet Bean Sauce; Moo Shu Pancakes with choice of Vegetables, Shrimp, Chicken, Beef or Pork; Served with Hoisin, Oyster and Chile Sauces and Sambals. $21 per Person; (requires a Chef: $100 for 3 hours; $25 each additional hour) Fiesta Station (Select 3 of the following options) Beef, Chicken or Shrimp Tacos, Quesadillas, Enchiladas, Empanadas or Burritos. Served with Cheddar and Pepper Jack Cheeses, Soft Flour Tortillas, Corn Tortillas, Refried Beans, Spanish Rice and Condiments. Salsa, Black Bean Corn Relish, Guacamole and Sour Cream; Jalapeno Cornbread or Tortilla Chips. $18 per person (minimum order 25) Spanish Tapas Bar Samplings of Spain s small plate appetizers such as: Spanish Tortillas, Calamari, Shrimp in Garlic, Bravas Potatoes, Spanish Cheeses, Pomegranate Glazed Quail, Assorted Olives and Relishes. $20 per Person (minimum order 25) Paella Station Saffron Rice mélange featuring Shrimp, Mussels, Clams, Chicken, Chorizo, Roasted Peppers, and Tomatoes, tailored to personal preferences. $14 per Person (minimum order 25) Prices are subject to 20% Service Charge plus 10% D.C. Tax Popular selection Chef signature dish Healthy selection

7 Risotto Station Creamy Arborio Rice, White Wine and Butter, Prepared to Order. Additions such as Shrimp, Chicken, Sausage, Mushrooms, Peas, Scallions, Peppers, Asparagus and Cheeses $14 per Person; (requires a Chef: $100 for 3 hours; $25 each additional hour) Charcuterie Display European-style Meats, such as Soppresetta, Capicola, Salami, Mortadella and Pepperoni; Cheeses such as Smoked Provolone, Havarti, Cheddar, Swiss or Gouda; Roasted and Grilled Vegetables, Marinated Olives, Cured Peppers and Garlic Bread $12 per Person (minimum order 25) Pasta Station Pasta and Italian Sauces Prepared to Order: Penne, Fusilli, Orechiette, Tortellini and Ravioli Pastas, with Marinara, Alfredo and Pesto Sauces and toppings such as Shrimp, Sausage, Mushrooms, Peas, Cheese, Roasted Peppers, Olives and Capers $14 per Person; (requires a Chef: $100 for 3 hours; $25 each additional hour) Pizza Station Neapolitan Style Thin Crust Individual Pizzas; Fresh Tomato, Pesto or Alfredo Sauces; Topped with Seasoned Ground Beef, Pepperoni or Sausage, Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Peppers, Onions, Parmesan and Mozzarella Cheeses. Pizzas tailored to personal preferences $10 per Person (minimum order 25) Special Presentation Hors D oeuvre Stations These Selections artfully Displayed and Carved to Order Charge for each Carver: $100 for 3 hours; $25 each additional hour Baked Pennsylvania Country Bone-in Ham Potato Biscuits, Apple Butter, Country Mustard $350 (serves 75 persons) Three Pepper Crusted Beef Tenderloin Whole Wheat Rolls and Horseradish Sauce $275 (serves 25 Persons) Rosemary Herb-crusted Bone-in Leg of Lamb Rosemary Rolls, Mustard and Mint Sauces $300 (serves 25 Persons) Sage infused Roasted Pork Loin Stuffed with Brandied Apricots Rye Rolls, Apple Cider Reduction, Mustard-Horseradish Mayonnaise $300 (serves 50 Persons) Roasted Tom Turkey Rolls, Cranberry Relish and Country Mustard $275 (serves 40 Persons) Steamship Round of Beef Whole Wheat Rolls, Country Mustard and Horseradish Mayonnaise $950 (serves 150 Persons) Prices are subject to 20% Service Charge plus 10% D.C. Tax Popular selection Chef signature dish Healthy selection

8 Seated and Served Dinner at the Press Club First Course Soups: Vegetarian such as Corn Chowder or Potato Fennel Leek Seasonal Soup such as Curried Butternut Squash, Hearty Vegetable or Lentil with Turkey Bacon Chilled Soup such as Cantaloupe Soup with Berries or Tomato Gazpacho Seafood Soup such as Shrimp Bisque or Clam Chowder Starters: Basil-Oregano Pesto Pasta Stuffed Tomatoes Individual Flatbread with Feta, Kalamatas, Braised Fennel and Roasted Grape Tomatoes Mussels Rockefeller with Parsley and Parmesan Scallop Skewer with Green Papaya, Tomatoes, Mango and Sweet Onions Spinach and Cheese Ravioli with Butter and Sage Caper Sauce Trio of Three Bruschetta: Red Pepper Chutney, Caramelized Onion, Kalamata Tapenade Wild Mushroom, Artichoke and Pea Risotto Salads: Arugula, Cilantro marinated Mushrooms, Goat Cheese and Candied Walnuts Caesar Salad with Rosemary-grilled Shrimp and House-made Parmesan Croutons Chardonnay Poached Pear, Baby Greens, Blue Cheese, Walnuts and Peppercorn Vinaigrette Fried Cornmeal-crusted Oysters, Baby Spinach, Feta, Pistachios and Lemon Sauce Frisée, Sugar-glazed Cranberries, Pears, Roasted Hazelnuts and Ginger Dressing Iceberg Lentil Salad Stuffed Beefsteak Tomatoes (Heirloom when seasonally available) Lettuce Wedge, Bacon, Blue Cheese, Fried Shallots and Buttermilk Dressing Mixed Greens, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Manchego Cheese, and Peppercorn Vinaigrette Southwestern Black Bean Corn Salad, Chipotle Roasted Vegetables, Sour Cream Dressing Spinach, Drunk Raisins and Pepper Almond-dusted Goat Cheese Half Avocado Salad with Crabmeat, Cilantro, Tomatoes, Peppers and Red Onion Spiced Lobster Tail with Toasted Orzo and Fresh Greens Heirloom Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, and Dijon Vinaigrette (warm weather seasonal) Melon, Prosciutto, and Blueberries with Fresh Figs (warm weather seasonal) Apples, Walnuts, Celery and Cranberries with Waldorf Dressing (cold weather seasonal) Arugula with Roasted Carrots, Beets, Oranges & Pepper Dressing (cold weather seasonal)

9 Seated and Served Dinner at the Press Club Main Course Meat Options Caramelized Pork Loin stuffed with Brandied Fruit, Chive Mash Potatoes and Cider Reduction Chipotle Glazed NY Strip Steaks, Scallion Mashed Potato Cake and Swiss chard Filet Mignon au Poivre, Butternut Squash Gratin, Peas and Roasted Corn Grilled Filet or NY Strip Steak, Rosemary Cream Sauce, Chive Potatoes, Sautéed Spinach Roasted Rack of Lamb Chops, Fingerling Potatoes, Fried Green Tomatoes, Sautéed Leeks Sliced Marinated Hanger Steak, Cracked Pepper, Double Stuffed Baked Potato and Spinach Chicken or Poultry Choices Chicken Piccata, Mushroom Risotto and Ginger-Garlic Feta Green Beans Grilled Marinated Chicken Breast, Country Mashed Potatoes and Garden Medley Leek and Spinach-stuffed Chicken Breast, Coconut Mango Rice and Vegetable Terrine Parmesan-crusted Boneless Chicken, Hush Puppies, Sweet Potato Gratin and Cranberry Relish Peruvian Roasted Chicken with Mashed Purple Potatoes, Black Beans and Yucca Crisp Roasted Chicken, Pan Gravy with Roasted Lemons, Haricots Verts with Slivered Carrots Spanish spice-rubbed Chicken, Olives, Dates, Lentils and Mustard Spring Onion Sauce Stuffed Half Cornish Game Hen, Candied Sweet Potatoes, Smoky Greens & Shiitake Mushrooms Turkey Scaloppini and Risotto with Grilled Asparagus Vegetarian Acorn Squash with Wild Rice, Cranberries, Apricots and Pecans, Apple Cider Reduction (Vegan) Eggplant Parmiagiana, Mozzarella, Fresh Tomatoes and Ricotta Falafel, Moutabel/Baba Ganoush, Hummus, Cous Cous and Tahini Sauce (Vegan) Fiery marinated Tofu Stir-fry, Sesame Spinach, Ginger Broccoli and Rice Pilaf (Vegan) Mushroom Risotto, Red Pepper Sauce, Italian Zucchini and Yellow Squash Sauté Shepherd s Pie with Toasted Barley, Braised Spinach and Roasted Tomatoes Squash and Corn Enchiladas, Tostones and Tomatillo Sauce Three Mushroom Lasagna with Marinara with Green Beans Almandine Butter seared Red Snapper, Artichokes and Lemon Risotto, Zucchini with Chickpeas Creole Shrimp with Garlic Grits, Braised Greens and Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread Salmon Napoleon with Leek Wrap and Fiery Sweet Potatoes Lobster Risotto with Farm Fresh Vegetable Primavera Sauté and Carrot Mousse Sautéed Fresh Halibut, Ginger-Carrot Sauce, and Corn-Shiitake Fritters Skewered Grilled Sea Scallops, Celery Root Mashed Potatoes and Spinach Soy-glazed Sea Bass, Stir-fry Vegetables, Confeti Rice, Cilantro Pesto Sauce

10 Duet Options Butter sautéed Halibut, Blue Cheese Flatiron Steak and Horseradish Mashed Potatoes Boneless NY Strip with Grilled Salmon, Red Pepper Polenta, Roasted Parmesan Tomatoes Chipotle Potato Crusted Salmon and Lamb Porterhouse, Vegetable Risotto, Spiced Ginger Pears Feta Stuffed Shrimp and Grilled Hanger Steak, Arugula Mashed Potatoes and Buttered Fennel Grilled Sirloin Steak, Lobster Risotto, Mushroom Tart and Crispy Fennel Japanese Crispy-crusted Flounder, Thai Grilled Chicken with Jasmine Rice and Asian Mix Veg Pepper Crusted NY Strip with Scallops, Red Pepper Polenta and Snow Peas Petit Filet Mignon and Grilled Shrimp with a Beurre Blanc and European Pomme Galette 1. All Selections Include Artisanal Rolls & Coffee Service. 3. $5 surcharge per person if more than one entrée per person is selected Dessert Course Individual Plated Desserts Choice of Citron Meringue, Fresh Apple Tart or Pear Tart Seasonal or Strawberries with Custard, Passion Fruit, Rhubarb Pear or Key Lime Miniature Pecan Pie Fresh Berry Short Cake Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Cake Dark Chocolate Slouch Bag with Chocolate Mousse Bittersweet Chocolate Raspberry Torte Opera Cake Pear, Apple or Peach Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream (seasonal) Red Wine Poached Pear with Fresh Berry Consommé Selection of Fruit and Berries Selection of Artisanal Cheese with Biscuits, such as Maytag Blue, Spanish Manchego & Brie Selection of Chocolate or Butterscotch Brownies and Cookies Miniature French Pastry Assortment Flourless Chocolate Torte with Hazelnut Sauce Anglaise Old Fashion Layer Cakes or Cupcakes Old Fashion Chocolate German Chocolate Tres Leches Cake (3 Cream) Yellow Cake with Buttercream Icing Pineapple Upside Down Red Velvet Butter-crust Classic Pies Apple Cherry Blueberry

11 Beverage and Bar Service Standard Hosted and Cash Bars include name brand liquors, house wines, imported, craft, and domestic beers, sodas, juices, and bottled waters. Please ask a sales representative about premium or additional brands, upgraded or sparkling wines, and liqueurs or cordials. Juices, Mineral Waters $4.00 Sodas $3.50 Domestic Beers Budweiser, Miller Lite $4.50 Imported Beers Heineken $5.00 Craft Beers $6.00 Brooklyn Lager, Dogfish Head IPA House Wines $6.50 Round Hill Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon Name Brands $6.50 Dewar s, Canadian Club, Virginia Gentleman, Smirnoff, Bombay, Bacardi Premium Brands $7.25 J.W. Black, Crown Royal, Jack Daniels, Absolut, Tanqueray, Mount Gay Wines National Press Club Private Label Round Hill Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot are available at $28.00 per bottle. A variety of domestic, imported, and sparkling wines are available. Please contact your sales representative for additional selections or specific requests. Drinks Unlimited Bar with Name Brands first hour $15.00 per person with $8.00 per person each additional hour. Bar with Premium Brands first hour $16.00 per person with $9.00 per person each additional hour. Bartenders A fee of $40.00 per hour will be charged for each bartender with a two hour minimum. A bartender per each one hundred guests is recommended. (Prices are subject to 20% Service Charge plus 10% D.C. Tax) 2014

12 Banquet Wine List White Wine Chateau Ducasse Bordeaux Blanc, Graves, France $39 Decoy Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, California $45 Vitiano Bianco, Umbria, Italy $34 Zenato Pinot Grigio, Veneto, Italy $32 Licia Albarino, Galicia, Spain $38 Revery DuCroux Sancerre Beau Roy, Loire Valley, France $40 Yealands Estate Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, New Zealand $32 NPC Private Label, Round Hill, California Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio $28 Domaine De la Saraziniere Macon Bussieres, France $36 C. Donatiello Chardonnay Russian River, California $40

13 Red Wine Chateau Julian Merlot, Monterey, California $36 Catena Malbec Vista Flores, Tupungato, Argentina $39 Nieto Senetiner Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina $32 Ravenswood Zinfandel Lodi, California $34 Shoo Fly Shiraz, South Eastern Australia $33 Les Cigales Cotes du Rhone Villages, France $36 Domaine Brunet Pinot Noir, Limoux, France $34 NPC Private Label, Round Hill California Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot $28 Twenty Bench Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California $40

14 Sparkling Wine/Champagne Zardetto Prosecco, Italy $36 Juve y Camps Cava Cint Pupura Brut, Spain $33 Moet y Chandon Imperial France $80