The Members Room at the Scottish Parliament Receptions & Dinners
The Members Room The Members Room is located within the heart of the Scottish Parliament and is reached via the Grand Stairs leading from the Garden Lobby. The Scottish Parliament building sits at the foot of Edinburgh s famous Royal Mile in front of the spectacular Holyrood Park. From the Members Room and outside Terrace guests can enjoy panoramic views of Salisbury Crags and the surrounding landscape where Enric Miralles, one of the world s premier architects, drew inspiration to develop the design of a building that he described as growing out of the land. A versatile venue, the Members Room is an ideal setting for champagne receptions, awards ceremonies and corporate dinners. With dividing partitions and bar area the Members Room offers flexible options. LAYOUT CAPACITY Reception 180 Seated Dinner 120 Whether dressing the venue, adding a sound system or lighting, our dedicated and experienced Events Team will work with you to create that special ambience. Our award winning catering team have created exquisite menus to include locally sourced food and fine wines. From a champagne reception to a prestigious dinner we have something to offer every event. Impress your guests by holding your event at this unique venue available to book on non-parliamentary business days including Mondays, Fridays, weekends and recess periods. If you would like to discuss your requirements or view the Members Room please call the Commercial Events Team on 0131 348 6919. 2 Receptions and Dinners www.scottish.parliament.uk/commercialevents
Canapé Receptions A facility fee applies to the hire of the Members Room in addition to the reception packages. Raasay Package 19.00 excluding vat per person Spicy pumpkin & coconut shot Marinated lamb skewer with baba ganoush and coriander dip Salt n pepper squid, chilli spring onions in a cone Pea and broad bean panna cotta, goats cheese cream on olive croute 4 canapés per person included in package Finca Valero Tempranillo/Garnacha Finca Valero Macabeo, D.O. Carinena Fairtrade orange juice 2 glasses of refreshment per person included in package Coll Package 26.00 excluding vat per person Triple cooked chunky chips with truffle mayonnaise Lamb shepherd s pie croquette & red onion dip Roast fig bocconcini prosciutto wrap Salmon & haddock mini fish cakes with pea mint purée Seasonal vegetable risotto on Chinese spoons Jacobs ladder tartlet with fresh herb hollandaise 6 canapés per person included in package FairTrade Kleine Rust Chenin Sauvignon FairTrade Kleine Rust Pinotage Shiraz Apple and elderflower refresher 2 glasses of refreshment per person included in package www.scottish.parliament.uk/commercialevents Receptions and Dinners 3
Dinners (packages based on minimum 50 guests) A facility fee applies to the hire of the Members Room in addition to the dinner packages. Bute Package 45.00 excluding vat per person Roast Scottish carrot and sweet potato soup with a Mull cheddar mini scone Seared corn fed chicken, crème fraiche crushed potato, seasonal vegetable panache with a red wine rosemary jus White chocolate lemon tart with berry compote Freshly brewed Fairtrade coffee Package Content 3 course meal as listed above White linen Floral arrangement Stroma Package 57.50 excluding vat per person Confit chicken liver terrine with vine fruit & tomato chutney served with a warm brioche Haggis bon bon, spiced turnip shot and pancetta crisp Roast rack Scottish lamb with Ayrshire minted potato bubble & squeak cake, corn puree, fine beans and white wine jus Trio of Apple dessert Apple trifle with a Macadamia nut topping ~ Apple sorbet ~ Apple frangipane tart Freshly brewed Fairtrade coffee Package Content 4 course Scottish themed meal as listed above Themed linen Floral arrangement 4 Receptions and Dinners www.scottish.parliament.uk/commercialevents
Gigha Package 77.50 excluding vat per person Cured Ayrshire ham hock and parsley terrine with Arran mustard, extra virgin rapeseed oil, crystallised apple and tarragon emulsion Roast fillet of North Atlantic cod, caramelised onions braised in red wine with green lentils, wild mushrooms, sautéed greens and rosti potato Rich toffee and milk chocolate délice, salted hazelnuts and chocolate cremeaux Freshly brewed Fairtrade coffee and mint crisps Package Content 3 course meal as listed above Upgrade linen and cutlery Floral arrangement Banqueting chairs to match colour scheme www.scottish.parliament.uk/commercialevents Receptions and Dinners 5
Pabay Package 90.00 excluding vat per person Smoked sea trout and crayfish tart with caviar and chervil, parsley shoot salad and lemon condiment Pea velouté with coconut foam and spiced beignet Fillet of dry aged Scottish beef, gratin potato with truffle and parmesan, wild mushrooms, sautéed watercress and shallot and a red wine jus Madagascan vanilla panna cotta with poached red fruits, strawberry and ginger tea and handmade shortbread Freshly brewed Fairtrade coffee & Scottish tablet Package Content 4 course meal as listed above Upgrade linen and cutlery Charger plates Floral arrangement Banqueting chairs to match colour scheme Optional extras 6 Receptions and Dinners www.scottish.parliament.uk/commercialevents
Drinks Packages Package 1 Drink on arrival (1 glass per person) Torre Del Gall Sparkling wine Fairtrade orange juice Served with dinner (½ bottle per person) Finca Valero Tempranillo/Garnacha Finca Valero Macabeo, D.O. Carinena 12.50 excluding vat per person Package 2 Drink on arrival (1 glass per person) Carta Nevada Reserva Sparkling wine Apple & elderflower refresher Served with dinner (½ bottle per person) FairTrade Kleine Rust Chenin Sauvignon FairTrade Kleine Rust Pinotage Shiraz 15.00 excluding vat per person Package 3 Drink on arrival (1 glass per person) Jeio Bisol Sparkling wine Cranberry and pomegranate cooler Served with dinner (½ bottle per person) Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc Spy Valley Pinot Noir 2009 19.50 excluding vat per person www.scottish.parliament.uk/commercialevents Receptions and Dinners 7
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