FESTIVE CELEBRATIONS Some festive celebrations are more irresistible than others. MELBOURNE THE RIALTO
FESTIVE EVENTS DINING PACKAGES At InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto we understand that unique events need the perfect venue and delicious food. These menu options will inspire your event planning and whet your appetite. Please contact our dedicated events team to tailor your event and create your ideal menu. CHRISTMAS PACKAGES Choose from the following selection of specially designed Christmas packages: - Festive Canapés - Festive Plated Dining Options - Festive Buffet - Uniquely Melbourne Dining - Beverage Packages Why not indulge and enquire about our special Christmas Sleepover rates? CHRISTMAS ADDITIONS Make your Christmas party or end of year event extra memorable with these additions: - Event Theming Inspiration - Stay the Night in Luxury CONTACT DETAILS Please contact one of our dedicated Meetings and Events specialists directly on +61 3 8627 1622 or events.icm@ihg.com to receive your Christmas proposal or for further information. Laneway Soiree Event Theme 1
FESTIVE COCKTAILS Stand-up Cocktail Reception Packages 2-HOUR PACKAGE $80 per person - 2-hour canapés (3 cold, 2 hot, 1 substantial and 2 dessert canapés) - 2-hour beverage package - Festive cocktail table centrepieces 3-HOUR PACKAGE $100 per person - 3-hour canapes (3 cold, 2 hot, 1 substantial and 2 dessert canapés) - 3 hour beverage package - Festive cocktail table centrepieces CANAPÉS MENU Cold - Duck foie gras brioche - Salmon gravlax with lime jelly - Mini tomato bruschetta with rocket - Turkey wrapped asparagus with mango chutney - King prawn with coriander, chilli and avocado paste - Oysters, au naturel Hot - Tiger prawns marinated in garlic and chilli - Burgundy beef pies - Turkey and cranberry pies - Victoria lamb skewers with minted yoghurt - Scallop and green pea puree with pancetta - Beef skewers with sage and tomato chutney Substantial - Caesar salad with croutons and crispy bacon - Blue swimmer crab with egg noodle - Sheppard s pie with truffled mash potato - Turkey slider with cranberry and almond coleslaw - Roast vegetable cocotte with pumpkin puree Dessert - Petite fruit mince pies - Crêpes with maple syrup diced caramelized banana and double cream - Chocolate cones with mango mouse and flaked pavlova chards - Pistachio macarons - Eggnog panna cotta with blueberry jelly and black sesame croutons Full canapé menu also available 2
FESTIVE PLATED DINING Festive Plated Lunch/Dinner and Beverage Packages 2-COURSE SET MENU $94 per person - 2-course set menu - 2-hour beverage package - Festive table centrepieces with Bon Bons 3-COURSE SET MENU $140 per person - 3-course set menu - 3-hour beverage package - Festive table centrepieces with Bon Bons PLATED MENU Starter - Australian tiger prawns with a mango & chilli salad, micro herbs, lemon vinaigrette - Duck foie gras brioche with grape jelly, fig jam and black peppered fettuccini croutons. - Buffalo mozzarella vine-ripened tomato, basil and balsamic reduction Main - Turkey tenderloin with a corn & sage crust, grilled asparagus, sweet potato and cranberry jus - Crispy skinned salmon, shaved pumpkin, broccolini and honey sesame soy - Seared lamb back strap with heirloom carrot, buttered Brussels sprout and juniper berry jus Dessert - Eggnog panna cotta with blueberry jelly and black sesame croutons - Pavlova with strawberry mousse and fresh berry salad - 65% dark chocolate brownie with caramel sauce and French vanilla ice-cream Alternate drop per course - $5 per person, per course Vegetarian options available upon request Full menu available choose one dish per course in advance 3
FESTIVE BUFFET DINING Festive Buffet and Beverage Packages 2-HOUR PACKAGE $160 per person - Full stand-up buffet - 2-hour beverage package - Festive table centrepieces with Bon Bons 3-HOUR PACKAGE $166 per person - Full stand-up buffet - 3-hour beverage package - Festive table centrepieces with Bon Bons FESTIVE STAND-UP BUFFET MENU Seafood Selection - Gold Coast tiger prawns - Coffin Bay oysters - Served with cocktail sauce and red wine vinaigrette Cold Selection - Caesar salad with baby romaine leaves, white anchovies, parmesan croutons, egg and crispy pancetta - Classic Niçoise salad with tuna, green beans, potato, olives, tomato, anchovies, egg and lettuce with a balsamic dressing - Tomato salad with cucumber, onions, feta and olives with a lemon dressing - Beef salad with bean shoots, pickled vegetables and peanuts with a nuoc cham dressing - A-grade Tasmanian smoked salmon served with chopped red onion, capers and lemon - Shaved leg ham with Dijon mustard - Turkey with cranberry sauce Hot Selection - Roast turkey with pan juices - Mustard rubbed rib of beef with cabernet glaze - Salmon fillet with lemon and dill cream - Spinach and ricotta cannelloni with Napoli sauce - Roasted root vegetables - Steamed panache vegetables Sweet Selection - Seasonal fruit plate - Apple crumble - Mince pies - Steamed Christmas pudding with brandy custard - Passion fruit cheese cake 4
UNIQUELY MELBOURNE DINING BEVERAGE PACKAGES Prices per person Why not enhance your festive occasion this year by upgrading your dining package with our choice of unique manned dining stations. Each station provides a hub for socialising, interaction and theatre, creating a memorable experience for guests and allowing for an unforgettable dining occasion this festive season. ESPRESSO BAR $25 Per Person, Per Hour Dazzle guests with made to order Espresso Martinis, skillfully shaken by our in-house mixologists and served in a chilled martini glass. A guaranteed best seller and unique experience for any festive event. MELBOURNE GIN BAR $25 Per Person, Per Hour Our gin bar brings the best of Melbourne s quirky cocktail culture to life. Your guests will be able to pick from a selection of gins and flavoured tonics with a variety of different garnishes. **Live beverage stations must accompany an existing 1-hour beverage package and a minimum of 50 guests. OYSTER BAR 1-Hour $25 Per Person Each Extra 1/2-Hour $8 Per Person Indulge your senses with our freshly shucked Victorian Oysters, served fresh by our chefs. It provides an ideal way to celebrate the traditional Australian Seafood Christmas dinner. SLIDER BAR 1-Hour $25 Per Person Each Extra 1/2-Hour $8 Per Person Treat your guests this festive season to hand-made sliders, made to order before your eyes! Watch as our chefs create a gourmet masterpiece of the senses that will undoubtedly have guests coming back for more. Featuring an interactive cooking station, guests are able to easily alter and modify their orders, especially suitable for those with dietary requirements. Live food stations must accompany an existing 1-hour canape package and a minimum of 50 guests. STANDARD PACKAGE 1 hour package $26 1.5 hour package $30 2 hour package $34 3 hour package $40 4 hour package $45 5 hour package $51 SPARKLING WINE Tatachilla Sparkling WHITE WINE Tatachilla Semillon Savignon Blanc RED WINE Tatachilla Shiraz Cabernet BEER Crown Lager Peroni Leggera NON-ALCOHOLIC Orange Juice Mineral Water Selection of Soft Drinks DELUXE PACKAGE 1 hour package $34 1.5 hour package $38 2 hour package $42 3 hour package $48 4 hour package $53 5 hour package $59 PREMIUM PACKAGE 1 hour package $43 1.5 hour package $47 2 hour package $51 3 hour package $57 4 hour package $63 5 hour package $69 SPARKLING WINE Chandon Brut WHITE WINE Domaine Chandon Chardonnay Petaluma Sauvignon Blanc RED WINE Seppelt Chalambar Shiraz Squealing Pig Pinot Noir BEER Crown Lager Peroni Leggera NON-ALCOHOLIC Orange Juice Mineral Water Selection of Soft Drinks LOCAL CRAFT BEERS Add $3 per person, per hour to any beverage package for a selection of local craft beers. SPARKLING WINE Beaumont Sparkling WHITE WINE Beaumont Semillon Sauvignon Blanc RED WINE Beaumont Shiraz BEER Crown Lager Peroni Leggera NON-ALCOHOLIC Orange Juice Mineral Water Selection of Soft Drinks 5
EVENT THEMING INSPIRATION Looking for something a little different for your next event? Enjoy the unique event spaces at InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto and pick from one of our spectacular themes to get your event started in style: LANEWAY SOIREE Elegant yet urban, immerse yourself in the glamour Melbourne s street art scene with this graffiti inspired event set up. Enjoy a variety of catering options from Melbourne themed canapés to interactive food stations including a live slider bar or oyster shucking. Plus, our gin bar brings the best of Melbourne s quirky cocktail culture to life. WHITE LIGHT Modern yet magical White Light is equal parts classic and contemporary. With elements of rustic styling, twinkling fairy lights, white on white accessories and pops of green foliage. The signature White Chocolate Martini sets the tone for understated decadence which will echo throughout your event. NEON NIGHT Throwback yet in vogue, this on trend theme is bright and bold. Celebrate with pops of colour, light projections and a smooth disco playlist. You will be transported to Miami Beach circa 1980 with our signature blue glowing Disco Dreaming Mojito in your hand. You can also choose from a variety of menu options from canapés to plated dinners. All our unique themes come with styling elements for your event space, a music playlist and signature cocktail. Speak to the Events Team about how our themes can be applied to your event size as well as any additional entertainment or catering requests you may have. OR CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE If you know exactly how you want your event to look, we can help make your vision come to life. Pricing available on request. A customised theming quotation can be made based on your requirements and budget 6
STAY THE NIGHT IN LUXURY No need for you or your guests to go far after your event with luxurious rooms only floors away. InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto offers a unique and unforgettable accommodation experience. The hotel s 253 exquisite guest rooms and suites have been exceptionally designed and furnished with a sleek combination of modern luxury and authentic Melbourne style. To add more on group rates Enjoy negotiated group room rates when you book a minimum of 10 rooms per night. Plus for every 25 paid rooms, we can offer: - 1 complimentary bedroom - 1 complimentary upgrade to an executive room 7
CONTACT US BOOKINGS & INFORMATION Please contact one of our dedicated Meetings and Events specialists directly on +61 3 8627 1622 or events.icm@ihg.com to receive your Festive proposal or for further information. INTERCONTINENTAL MELBOURNE THE RIALTO 495 Collins Street Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia Visit us at melbourne.intercontinental.com/christmasparties