Ballara Receptions 1435 Main Road, Eltham 3095 Phone: (03)

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Discover why Ballara Receptions is the perfect place for your

by the same family, we provide an unforgettable experience on

Ballara is nestled amongst secluded English gardens with wide

intimate backdrop for your wedding, catering from 60 to 160

All in the one location we offer chapel or garden wedding

1 Discover why Ballara Receptions is the perfect place for your perfect day Established in 1987 and is still owned and operated by the same family, we provide an unforgettable experience on your special day. Ballara is nestled amongst secluded English gardens with wide sweeping verandas overlooking our picturesque lake, waterfall and gazebo. Our fairy lit courtyard and gardens provide a romantic and intimate backdrop for your wedding, catering from 60 to 160 guests and is exclusively enjoyed by you and your guests. All in the one location we offer chapel or garden wedding ceremonies, extensive photo opportunities and your choice of wedding reception packages to suit your individual requirements Ballara Receptions 1435 Main Road, Eltham 3095 Phone: (03)

2 Ceremony Use of our stained glass chapel or the gorgeous gardens for your ceremony. Gazebo Ceremony includes 60 white Americana chairs with aisle bows & flowers, red carpet aisle, silk floral arrangement, signing table and chairs and outdoor sound system for your music. Chapel Ceremony accommodating up to 160 guests, with stained glass altar, pew seating for 100 with pew bows and flowers, silk floral arrangements, red carpet aisle, signing table and chairs, and sound system for music and microphones. The Platinum Package Inclusions Function manager to assist with your every need and coordinate your ceremony/reception Generous time allocation; Lunch 4.5 hours or Evening 5 hours Pre-dinner drinks and canapés on the verandah and foyer Freshly baked bread roll with butter for each guest 3 course meal with full alternating (50/50) menu Standard alcoholic beverage package or non-alcoholic beverage packages Tea and coffee table service with port and chocolates Wedding cake cut and bagged for guests to take home or served on platters Elegant skirting and linen for bridal table White damask linen for guest tables including underskirts, cloths and napkins White chair covers with satin or organza sashes in 50 colours Cake table with skirting, cake stand, cake knife & toasting glasses Two fresh floral arrangements and 5 arm candelabras for the bridal table A choice of centerpieces for the guest tables Private bridal room & bathroom Large open plan dining area with no obstructions and large central dance floor In house music system & fully equipped P.A. system Air conditioning and heating for year round comfort Ample free onsite parking The Diamond Package Inclusions The Diamond Package includes everything from the Platinum Package plus the following additional items: Professional disc jockey (DJ) who can be your master of ceremonies (MC) Wedding cake tailored to your specific requirements Upgraded centerpieces for guest tables including fresh flowers Wedding night accommodation for the Bride & Groom Complimentary upgrade to dessert sharing platters Upgrade to black linen & black chair covers Personalised table menus Complimentary use of a wishing well or bird cage

Sample Menu Entrée - Served with freshly baked dinner rolls & butter Chorizo and Roast Pumpkin Risotto (G) (N) White wine creamy risotto with chorizo, roasted pumpkin, green peas & feta cheese Duck,

3 Sample Menu Entrée - Served with freshly baked dinner rolls & butter Chorizo and Roast Pumpkin Risotto (G) (N) White wine creamy risotto with chorizo, roasted pumpkin, green peas & feta cheese Duck, Merlot and Mushroom Ravioli (N) ( Duck, merlot and mushroom ravioli served with a reduced red wine, mushroom and pancetta sauce Sundried Tomato and Pumpkin Agnolotti (V) (N) Sundried tomato and ricotta agnolotti with a pumpkin and semi-sundried tomato sauce Spinach and Ricotta Cannelloni (V) (N) Spinach and ricotta cannelloni with a tomato and basil Napoli and shaved parmesan Open Chicken Spring Roll Marinated chicken strips, Asian herb and julienne salads with a Thai lime & coriander dressing Char-Grilled Calamari Salad (G) Char-grilled calamari marinated with garlic, chili & lemon, served on a coriander & mint Asian noodle salad Salmon Nicoise (G) Warm fillet of salmon served on a French potato and bean salad, served with a dollop of lemon caper aioli Chicken Yakitori Skewers (D) Chicken yakitori skewers served on an Asian slaw Caramelised Pork Belly (D) Pork belly with aromatic sauce, fresh cucumber salad and crackling Teriyaki Barramundi Fresh barramundi on wilted Asian greens and teriyaki sauce Seared Scallops Trio (G) Seared scallops with pea puree, curry oil & beetroot nest Lemon and Rosemary Lamb Salad Marinated lamb, served on a salad of semi-dried tomatoes, roasted sweet potato, capsicum and mixed lettuce, topped with feta cheese and a sumac, citrus & honey

Main Course Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breast Three cheese filled chicken breast, wrapped in prosciutto, with pesto sauce served on creamy risotto Rosemary and Porcini Lamb Lamb backstrap marinated

4 Main Course Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breast Three cheese filled chicken breast, wrapped in prosciutto, with pesto sauce served on creamy risotto Rosemary and Porcini Lamb Lamb backstrap marinated with garlic, rosemary and pomegranate molasses, served with a porcini, masala and rosemary sauce on rosemary & garlic potato mash Glazed Duck Breast (N) Honey ginger duck breast glazed and roasted resting on a red cabbage ragout Beef Cheeks (N) Slow cooked beef cheek with a merlot and port reduction on potato and white bean mash Scotch Fillet Steak (200gm) (N) Served on creamy potato mash with your choice of sauce: Green peppercorn and brandy OR red wine jus with caramelised onions OR creamy mushroom Coconut and Kaffir Lime Chicken Chicken breast marinated in lime, chili and coriander, with a Thai inspired filling served on jasmine rice with coconut and kaffir lime sauce Pomegranate and Honey-Soy Salmon (N) Pomegranate and honey-soy marinated salmon on lemon infused risotto Lamb Shank (N) Lemon and rosemary lamb shank with mint gremolata on creamy polenta Caramelised Pork Belly and Scallops Pan fried scallops with twice cooked pork belly, parsnip mash and chili caramel sauce Main Sides Large serve select 1 per table Seasonal vegetable medley OR Roasted medley root vegetables Small serve select 2 per table Beans with bacon and pinenuts, Baton carrots with a brown sugar balsamic glaze, Classic asparagus with hollandaise (subject to season availability), Wilted Asian greens Broccolini with toasted almonds, Dukkha roasted pumpkin Mixed leaf salad with olive oil and balsamic

Dessert Steamed Chocolate and Salted Caramel Pudding (N) Carmel centred chocolate pudding with a salted caramel sauce and ice cream Berry Tiramisu Italian trifle of berries, liqueur, sponge and

5 Dessert Steamed Chocolate and Salted Caramel Pudding (N) Carmel centred chocolate pudding with a salted caramel sauce and ice cream Berry Tiramisu Italian trifle of berries, liqueur, sponge and mascarpone Honeycomb Chocolate Indulgence Chocolate and macadamia brownie, topped with chocolate fudge sauce, honeycomb and toffee ice cream Sticky Date and Banana Pudding (N) Sticky date and banana pudding with butterscotch sauce, vanilla ice cream and banana crisps Toblerone Cheesecake Almonds, ganache and nougat cheesecake with chocolate ganache peaks and crushed almonds White Chocolate and Raspberry Pudding White chocolate & raspberry pudding, served with white chocolate ganache, raspberry compote and whipped cream Tropical Panna Cotta White rum and coconut cream panna cotta topped with tropical fruit medley Rhubarb and Strawberry Cheesecake Rhubarb and strawberry cheesecake served with white chocolate mousse and berry coulis Dessert Tasting Plate (served to all guests) Chef s selection of delicious mini desserts Chocoholic Tasting Plate (served to all guests) Chef s selection of a trio of decadent chocolate delicacies Dessert Sharing Platters - Diamond Package - Rather than having individual plated desserts, you have the option of sharing platters. Platters will be brought out to each table so that all guests can have a serve of each selection. Beverage Package upgraded packages available Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay & Moscato Cabernet Merlot & Shiraz Cabernet Sparkling Brut Reserve NV Carlton Draught, Victoria Bitter & Cascade Light Ice water, soft drinks & orange juice

6 Mid - Week Package Inclusions Choice between Chapel or Garden wedding ceremony 1.5 hours prior to reception Exclusive use of our venue and picturesque gardens with waterfall, gazebo, lake, and fairy lights Generous 5 hour reception time Pre-dinner drinks and canapés on the verandah and foyer Freshly baked bread roll with butter for each guest 3 course meal 2 choices alternating per course: soup or entree, main, & dessert Bridal party and your parents can select their meal in each course from the 2 selections Standard beverage package concluding with tea and coffee table service with chocolates Pre-organised special dietary requirements are catered for Wedding cake cut and bagged for guests to take home or served on platters Elegant white table linen, white chair covers & your choice of sash colour (over 50 options) Skirted bridal table with tulle, two fresh floral arrangements, and 5 arm candelabras Guest table centrepieces: silver candlesticks, platinum 5 arm candelabra or tall crystal balls Cake table with skirting, cake stand, cake knife and toasting glasses Present table with your choice of wishing well or birdcage to collect cards Easel to display your seating allocation list Private elegant bridal room & bathroom Sound system with CD or ipod connectivity for background music with fully equipped PA Large open plan dining area with no obstructions and large central dance floor Air conditioning and heating for year round comfort Ample complimentary on-site parking Beverage Package upgraded packages available Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay & Moscato Cabernet Merlot & Shiraz Cabernet Sparkling Brut Reserve NV Carlton Draught, Victoria Bitter & Cascade Light Ice water, soft drinks & orange juice Menu Available on request

Ballara Receptions 1435 Main Road, Eltham 3095 Phone: (03)

Ballara Receptions 1435 Main Road, Eltham 3095 Phone: (03) Discover why Ballara Receptions is the perfect place for your perfect day Established in 1987 and is still owned and operated by the same family, we provide an unforgettable experience on your special