Christmas Private Dining
A MAGICAL CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION AT GRAVETYE... Gravetye Manor is a truly magical setting for a Christmas celebration. Let yourself be enchanted by this beautiful Elizabethan Manor, our cosy sitting rooms and Christmas trees that twinkle in the light of roaring log fires... Let us take care of your every need this Christmas, be it with friends, family or business associates, there is no better place than Gravetye Manor to entertain this December. We invite you to enjoy the elegance and privacy of one of our beautiful oak-panelled private dining rooms. Experience some of the best food the area has to offer and relax in the knowledge that you and your guests will leave feeling thoroughly spoilt. We are proud to offer a selection of fantastic Christmas menus, alongside Sommelier recommended wines. For lunch, our three course menu represents fantastic value at 35.00 per person. If you are after the ultimate Gravetye Christmas experience then the luxury menu is available for both lunch and dinner at 70.00 per person. These menus are available for parties of between 10-20 guests, subject to availability throughout December. Our Main Dining Room can accommodate larger parties of up to 60 guests, subject to business and a room hire fee. Please do not hesitate to contact our Events Team should you wish to reserve a private dining room for your special Christmas celebration. We look forward to welcoming you. events@gravetyemanor.co.uk 01342 810 567
Experience a celebratory Christmas lunch at Gravetye this December, with our wonderful Christmas lunch menu. Head Chef, George Blogg will utilise the best winter produce from both the kitchen garden and the local area to create this wholesome and delicious menu. This menu is available for lunch only throughout December. Seared Confit Belly of Old Spot Pork Glazed Lemon Tart Gravetye Smoked Salmon Mousse Garden Beetroot Salad Braised Rib of Beef Mulled Plum Bavorois The Gravetye Christmas Lunch Menu 35 per person Amuse Bouche Sussex Crumble Cheese Soufflé creamed spinach and hazelnut Garden Beetroot Salad goat s curd, toasted seeds and white balsamic Gravetye Smoked Salmon Mousse marinated cucumber, citrus, croutons and watercress Pressing of Local Roasted Chicken bread sauce, port pickled shallots and fresh pear Pan Fried Fillet of Gilt Head Bream wilted leek, pak choi, pomme mousseline and brown shrimp Seared Confit Belly of Old Spot Pork mashed potato, cavalo nero, heritage carrots and cider jus Braised Rib of Beef mushroom risotto, spiced red cabbage, roasted parsnip and red wine jus Potato and Thyme Pressing pumpkin, horn of plenty mushroom and roasted shallot Glazed Lemon Tart crème fraîche sorbet and cranberry gel Mulled Plum Bavarois Griottines cherries and toasted almond ice cream Salted Caramel Fondant dark chocolate, popcorn and banana A Selection of Local Artisan Cheeses with accompaniments Coffee and Gravetye Mince Pie Parties of 12 and under we are pleased to offer your guests full choice on the day Parties of over 12 guests we kindly ask your guests to make their dish selections in advance
If indulgence is the order of the day, then our 5 course luxury Christmas menu is the perfect choice, offering the best that the Gravetye kitchen has to offer. Impress your family, friends or colleagues this December with stunning food that is designed to delight this festive season. This menu is available for both lunch and dinner throughout December. Bergamot Soufflé Roasted Breast of Squab Pigeon Caramelised White Chocolate Mousse Glazed Tart of Pig Cheek and Penny Bun The Gravetye Luxury Christmas Menu 70 per person Onion Velouté with Crisp Kale Tasting of Gravetye Smoked Salmon beetroot, horseradish, salmon caviar and citrus Hand Dived Orkney Scallops cauliflower, Moroccan spices, quince and coriander Glazed Tart of Pig Cheek and Penny Bun caramelised celeriac and pear sorbet Pressing of Rougié Foie Gras madeira jelly, almond brioche and flamed orange Fillet of South Coast Brill ragout of mussels, leek, salsify and sorrel root with a gremolata dressing Seared Cornish Sea Bass black rice, Jerusalem artichoke, roasted shallot and a chicken jus Roasted Breast and Faggot of Squab Pigeon turnip chouxcroute, Brussels sprouts, Morteaux sausage and preserved blackberries Wellington of Smoked Venison Loin wilted spinach, field mushroom, chestnut and Savoy cabbage Clementine and Cranberry Granita Caramelised White Chocolate Mousse variations of apple, muscovado and cinnamon Bergamot Soufflé citrus crumble, rum and raisin ice cream Acorn Crème Brûlée vanilla canelé, chocolate sorbet and hazelnut granola A Selection of Local and British Artisan Cheeses with accompaniments Coffee and Gravetye Mince Pie Pressing of Rougié Foie Gras Parties of 12 and under we are pleased to offer your guests full choice on the day Parties of over 12 guests we kindly ask your guests to make their dish selections in advance
Wines Our sommelier is delighted to introduce two special wine flights selected from the extensive and renowned Gravetye cellar, designed to complement your Christmas Party menu and perfectly complete your special Christmas at Gravetye experience. Sommelier s Recommendation 30 per person Extra Touches Christmas crackers are included with all Christmas private dining bookings, but you may wish to add the following touches to enhance your experience. A choice of 3 canapés 7 per person Intermediate Cheese course 10 per person Da Luca, Prosecco Brut, Italy, N.V Sauvignon Blanc, Casa Lapostolle, Rapel Valley, Chile. 2013 Merlot, Casa Lapostolle, Rapel Valley, Chile. 2012 Sommelier s Selection 50 per person Classic Cuvée, Bluebell Vineyard Estates, East Sussex, England. 2010 Chablis Domaine Jean Dauvissat Père et Fils, Burgundy, France. 2013 Rioja Gran Reserva, Bodega Ramón Bilbao, Rioja, Spain. 2006 Monbazillac, Seigneurs de Monbazillac, France. 2012 Should you require something more specific or a bottle for supreme enjoyment then our full wine list and guidance from our Sommelier is available upon request
Christmas Gazebo Flower Workshops Join Head Florist, Sue Flight for a series of our ever popular Flower Workshops, with Christmas themes. Having won gold for flower arranging at the Chelsea Flower Show, Sue will expertly demonstrate how to create the perfect Christmas wreath or table centrepiece. These workshops will be held in our oak framed Gazebo in our Little Garden, leading to a relaxed and festive atmosphere. Group sizes will be kept small to ensure maximum attention from Sue. Please note that although the Gazebo is heated, we recommend warm clothing to be worn on the day. All of our Christmas Gazebo Flower Workshops are priced at 70.00 per person, including the workshop with arrangement to take home, tea & coffee on arrival and a 2 course lunch including a soft drink following the workshop. The workshop starts at 9.30am and finishes after lunch at approximately 2.00pm. To book call our Events team on 01342 810567 or email events@gravetyemanor.co.uk Full pre-payment will be required at time of booking. Treat your friends and loved ones to a Gravetye experience this Christmas with one of our gift vouchers. We are pleased to offer a selection of special experiences, be it a fixed monetary value, a lunch, dinner or overnight stay the choice is yours! To view our gift voucher selection, please go to: www.gravetyemanor.co.uk or call 01342 810567 CHRISTMAS WREATH MAKING Monday 23rd November Tuesday 24th November (Mossed wreath) Monday 7th December CHRISTMAS TABLE CENTREPIECE Tuesday 8th December Monday 14th December
Gravetye Manor Vowels Lane, West Hoathly, Sussex, RH19 4LJ Telephone (01342) 810567 E-mail events@gravetyemanor.co.uk www.gravetyemanor.co.uk