THE FESTIVE SEASON COMO METROPOLITAN LONDON COMO THE HALKIN 2018-2019
This Christmas, celebrate at one of COMO s luxury hotels in the capital. Mayfair is home to COMO Metropolitan London, one of the city s most iconic contemporary hotels. From cocktails and canapés to elegant dinners in the White Room, your festive occasion is sure to be memorable. Treat colleagues to the gift of wellness, with packages and presents available at COMO Shambhala Urban Escape. Nearby in Belgravia, COMO The Halkin provides sophistication for an intimate winter event. Popular choices include feasting on New Basque cuisine in Ametsa with Arzak Instruction s private dining room, as well as relaxed drinks and tapas in the Halkin Bar.
MET EVENT SPACES THE MET SPACE The Met Space can accommodate up to 50 guests for private lunches and dinners, as well as intimate cocktail parties.
MET EVENT SPACES THE WHITE ROOM The White Room is the hotel s largest and most impressive event space, with a pyramidal glass ceiling as the centrepiece. The room, which can accommodate up to 60 guests, is a blank canvas for ambitious party planners a space which can suit any desired theme. Our expert events team work closely with specialists in decoration, catering and entertainment to get every detail right.
MET EVENT SPACES THE COMO SUITE The COMO Suite, at the top of the hotel, has floor-to-ceiling windows affording spectacular views over London. It is a luxurious space in which to host a private dinner or party. Christmas event experiences start from 80 per person for a reception package, or 90 including a welcome drink, three-course meal and wine. Prices are subject to a 12.5 per cent service charge.
DINNER MENU ONE 80.00 per person APERITIVOS Kataifi con pastel de cabracho Kataifi with scorpion fishcake Morcilla crujiente Crunchy black pudding Empanadilla de langostino Prawn gyoza STARTERS Langostino bajo rocas Prawns under rocks FISH Bacalao pintando con garbanzos Cod with chic(k) painting MEAT Carrillera de ternera en su tinta Ox cheek in black sauce DESSERT Rosquillas de anis Anise doughnuts Petits fours
DINNER MENU TWO 95.00 per person APERITIVOS Kataifi con pastel de cabracho Kataifi with scorpion fishcake Morcilla crujiente Crunchy black pudding Empanadilla de langostino Prawn gyoza STARTERS Langostino bajo rocas Prawns under rocks Huevo en la luna Egg on the moon FISH Xapoa cleopatra Monkfish cleopatra MEAT Cordero y loto Lamb with lotus PRE-POSTRE Fractal de hydromiel Hydro miel fractal DESSERT La pasión del chocolate The passion of chocolate Petits fours
CANAPÉ MENU Priced at 3.50 per piece, per person COLD CANAPÉS Gin and tonic cured salmon with ossetra caviar and crème fraîche Butter poached lobster and tarragon mayonnaise Venison tartare with quail eggs Foie gras and liver parfait, red onion jam Pickled beetroot and sheep cheese salad Wild mushroom mini tartlets HOT CANAPÉS: Buttermilk crispy chicken with mustard mayonnaise Chorizo, Manchego and caramelised onion sausage rolls Moroccan fishcake with lime and harissa Pancetta wrapped monkfish with samphire Chargrilled Mediterranean vegetables with flatbread and hummus Curd goats cheese and smoked almond beignets SWEET CANAPÉS Mince pies Chocolate, orange and hazelnut tart Caramel mini éclairs Fruit tartlet Macaroons SMALL BITES MENU Priced at 5.50 per dish, per person SAVOURY BITES Miniature lamb burgers with chilli fondue Venison sausage roll with smoked tomato relish King prawn tempura with sweet chilli mayonnaise Capsicum, sun-blushed tomatoes and goats cheese Oxford Blue cheese tartlet Broccoli fritters with saffron aioli SWEET BITES Mince pies Mini iced Christmas pudding Salted caramel brownie Sticky date pudding Butterscotch pecan Mini pear frangipane Candied lemon tart Priced at 3.50 per piece, per person 6 pieces, 21 per person (minimum order) 8 pieces, 26 per person 10 pieces, 30 per person
AMETSA WITH ARZAK INSTRUCTION Enjoy one of London s leading gastronomic experiences at Ametsa with Arzak Instruction. The contemporary interior beckons you for the renowned tasting menus, a wide range of à la carte dishes and a sommelier-led wine selection. Parties of 16 guests or more can also enjoy a complimentary glass of Cava Reserva and aperitivos in the Halkin Bar.
THE PRIVATE DINING ROOM AT AMETSA Ametsa s private dining room can seat up to 24 guests for lunch or dinner in an airy, contemporary space. Seasonal tasting menus are also available with sommelier-chosen wine pairings. The room can cater for festive drinks receptions, with space for up to 40 people. Drinks reception packages start from 100 per person. SAMPLE CANAPÉS MENU SAVOURY CANAPÉS Tomate con jamón Tomato with ham Kataifi con pastel de cabracho kataifi with scorpion fishcake Txangurro en su concha Txangurro in a shell Sandwich de aguacate y piquillos Piquillo pepper and avocado sandwich Gildas Traditional basque skewer Croquetas de jamon Ham croquettes Torta de barros sobre tosta de muesli Spanish soft cheese over muesli cracker SWEET CANAPÉS Torrija con mango Mango french toast or Tizones de pina Pineapple sweet chard or Chocolate con churros Churros with chocolate 6 Canapes 35 per person 8 Canapes 47 per person 10 Canapes 58 per person
SET LUNCH MENU 43 per person TAPAS Sopa de Tomate y Frambuesa Tomato and Raspberry Soup Langostino y Líquenes Prawns and Lichens Cerdo Rojo sobre Bambú Red Pork on Bamboo MAINS Merluza con cebolla bronceada Hake with bronze onion or Pollo pepita Chicken and seeds or Arroz de setas con guindillas Mushroom rice with chillies DESSERTS Cristales de colores Colourful crystals or Rosquillas de anis Anise doughnuts Tea, coffee, petits fours LUNCH TASTING MENU 56 per person or 78.00 with Wine Pairing (three glasses of wine included) APERITIVOS Kataifi con pastel de cabracho Kataifi with scorpion fishcake Empanadilla de langostino Prawn gyoza Morcilla crujiente Crunchy black pudding STARTERS Vieiras con Polen Scallops with Pollen Huevo en la Luna Egg on the Moon FISH Bacalao pintando con garbanzos cod with chic(k) painting MEAT Taco de vacuno y melocoton mareado Beef fillet and clumsy peach DESSERT La pasión del chocolate The passion of chocolate Tea, coffee, petits fours
THE HALKIN BAR Sinking into comfortable chairs, the Halkin Bar provides an intimate space for pre-dinner drinks before your group event in Ametsa with Arzak Instruction. A large number of Spanish wines and sherries are available at the bar. COMO THE HALKIN CHRISTMAS PACKAGES Packages based on a minimum of 20 guests Festive Lunch Package 95 per person Includes a festive cocktail on arrival, three-course tasting menu, half bottle of wine and still or sparkling water. Festive Dinner Package 145 per person Includes a festive cocktail on arrival, six-course tasting menu, half bottle of wine and still or sparkling water. Festive Drinks Reception 100 per person Includes a welcome glass of Champagne, canapés and half bottle of wine.
STAYING THIS CHRISTMAS If colleagues plan to stay longer in London, concierge teams at COMO The Halkin and COMO Metropolitan London can help guests arrange holiday events, from tickets to the theatre to a memorable day at one of London s outdoor ice skating rinks. As the shops begin winter sales, COMO s bespoke shopping experiences will ensure you get the inside track on all of the city s best retail therapy.
THE GIFT OF WELLNESS COMO Shambhala Urban Escape presents a selection of festive gifts, perfect for valued employees. You could also give colleagues the gift of wellness, and pamper them with a treatment at the COMO Shambhala Urban Escape.
COMO SHAMBHALA GIFTS Give the gift of COMO Shambhala this Christmas with our festive gift sets, featuring COMO s signature Invigorate scent an uplifting blend of eucalyptus, peppermint and soft lavender. Available at Shambhala Urban Escape. The Gift of Comfort Invigorate Shampoo Invigorate Conditioner 28 The Gift of Joy Invigorate Shower Gel Invigorate Lotion Invigorate Candle 41 The Gift of Peace Oil Burner Calm Essential Oil Invigorate Essential Oil 72
The Pleasures of Eating Well features recipes from our renowned COMO Shambhala Cuisine menus for you to make at home. Dishes include our healthy crab, longan and green mango salad and our tempting cacao mousse with fresh raspberries. Available at COMO The Shop, 40. COMO Shambhala s limited edition, custom-designed Mulberry tote bag is the stylish way to carry your wellness essentials. Launched to celebrate COMO Shambhala s 20th anniversary, the bag comes in oak or navy. Available at COMO The Shop, 89.
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COMO Metropolitan London GroupsAndEvents.met.lon@comohotels.com +44 20 7447 1064 COMO The Halkin events.thehalkin@comohotels.com +44 20 7333 1000 For further details, prices and reservations, please visit our websites at comohotels.com/metropolitanlondon or comohotels.com/thehalkin