WEDDING FOOD BY AT ALMONRY BARN
HELLO! A hearty congratulations on your engagement. Pickle Shack are extremely proud to be Almonry Barn s sole caterer, and we can t wait to begin discussing your wedding food options with you soon! Underpinned by a team of Michelin trained chefs, Pickle Shack have developed a mouth-watering menu exclusively for Almonry Barn couples, which we are delighted to present to you within this brochure. Have a browse through our Plated and Sharing Style options. Plated dishes lend themselves well to luxe dining while Sharing Style aids a relaxed, feasting vibe. And don t be afraid to get creative, a mix of Plated and Sharing Style courses strikes the balance perfectly! Alternatively, if you have something specific in mind, we d be delighted to work on a bespoke basis. We are staunch advocates of local sourcing, so all of our menus are developed in line with our Produce Promise. At least 80% of the ingredients used on your wedding day will be sourced from within a 10 mile radius of Almonry Barn (or our kitchen, whichever allows for fewer food miles). We look forward to discussing your wedding plans with you soon! Best wishes, THE PICKLE SHACK TEAM
CREATIVE CANAPÉS SUMMER / AUTUMN MENU 2018 Our canapés, described as the best in the business by Crumbs Magazine are flavour-heavyweights, in spite of their size. Chicken pâté, puffed tapioca crisp and beetroot Pressed pork belly, crackling crumb and wild apple ketchup Pressed beef shin, carrot ketchup and beer poached onion Crispy duck with 12 spice plum sauce Pheasant and smoked carrot ballotine, carrot cream and puffed grains grains Pollock brandade on a seaweed cracker, mustard and caper Cockle popcorn with crab apple vinegar Set pumpkin, apple pickle, cobnut and crispy sage (v) Smoked sweetcorn, cheddar and sage croquette (v)
TO START SUMMER / AUTUMN MENU 2018 PLATED STARTERS Pressed chicken terrine, smoked carrot, pickled carrot and rye crumb Carrot soup, flaked beef and chive oil served with fresh baked bread and butter Day boat fish cake, mushroom ketchup and fresh herb salad Salad of heritage tomato, marinaded boccocini, toasted seeds and basil (v) SHARING STYLE STARTERS Platters of chicken liver pâté, West Country cured olives, fresh baked bread, chutney, pickles and dressed salad leaves Platters of smoked mackerel, pickled cucumber, mustard crème fraiche, dressed salad leaves and fresh bread
MAIN COURSE SUMMER / AUTUMN MENU 2018 PLATED MAIN COURSES Crushed potatoes and seasonal vegetables will be served alongside all plated main course options Slow cooked lamb shoulder, pickled aubergine, red onion marmalade and a minted lamb bone reduction Glazed venison, pumpkin pudding, gin and juniper sauce Roasted chicken supreme, KFC crumb, sweetcorn purée and crispy sweetcorn Baked fillet of Plaice, crab and coriander butter, samphire and crispy noodles Smokey charred romanesque, courgette bake, wilted radicchio and smoked paprika oil (v) SHARING STYLE MAIN COURSES Slow cooked beef bourguignon with bacon lardons, onions, mushrooms and a red wine sauce served with creamy mash potato and wilted greens Slow roast pork and crackling, pork fat roast potatoes, cheesey cauliflower and leek, wilted greens and gravy
TO FINISH SUMMER / AUTUMN MENU 2018 PLATED DESSERTS Wild apple mousse, apple salsa, brandy snap tuile and apple brandy cream Blackberry and white chocolate sandwich, macerated blackberries and blackberry syrup Potted honey set cream, slow cooked plums and pumpkin seed crunch Chocolate and polenta brownie, salted caramel ice-cream and spiced rum SHARING STYLE DESSERTS Platters of flavoured meringues, honey mascarpone cream, seasonal berries and edible flowers Platter of cinnamon poached pears, shortbread crumb, clotted cream and jugs of butterscotch sauce
EVENING FOOD SUMMER / AUTUMN MENU 2018 SOMETHING SIMPLE Dry cured bacon, fresh baked bread and wild apple ketchup sandwich Nachos with roast tomatoes, pickled red onion and jalapenos, oak smoked cheddar and sour cream Ham and cheese Croque Monsieur with spinach and cheese sauce SOMETHING EPIC Wood fired pizza featuring a selection of seasonal toppings, garnished with dressed salad leaves and edible flowers (only available for groups of 70 people or more) Charred beef burger, pulled beef brisket, brioche bun, pickled cucumber and anchovy mayonnaise served with a summer slaw Ploughman s picnic featuring local cheese, roast ham, West Country inspired pastries, fresh baked breads, pickled eggs, dressed salad leaves and piccalilli Slow roast pork shoulder and crackling, yellow pea cassoulet, pickled apple and herb salsa
CHILDREN S MENU (UNDER 12 YEARS OLD) MAIN COURSE Roast chipolatas, mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables Mac and cheese with garlic bread Tomato and cheese focaccia pizza with salad leaves DESSERT Chocolate brownie and ice-cream Jam jar of fruit jelly and custard CHEESE WEDDING CAKE For a savoury twist on a classic Wedding Cake, a luxurious fourth course or a budget-friendly evening food option, our six-tier cheese wedding cake is just the ticket! Your Cheese Wedding Cake will feature stunning West Country cheeses and include a stilton, brie, cheddar, camembert and goats cheese. This comprehensive option also includes handmade crackers, homemade chutneys, fresh garnish, edible flowers, cake stand and cake knife, crockery, cutlery, portioning and staff to serve.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? All prices stated include VAT, staffing, a dedicated Front of House Manager, table linen, lay-up, cutlery, crockery and tea and coffee at the end of your wedding breakfast. CREATIVE CANAPÉS 3 types of canapé allowing for 5 canapés per person 8 per head 4 types of canapé allowing for 6 canapés per person 9 per head 5 types of canapé allowing for 7 canapés per person 10 per head WEDDING BREAKFAST Three course, set menu 70 to 100 guests 40 per head 40 to 69 guests 52 per head Children s Two Course Wedding Breakfast 15 per head Alternative dishes for guests with dietary requirements or food allergies are included. If you wish to offer your guests pre-order options, additional costs will apply. EVENING FOOD Something simple 8 per head Something epic 12 per head CHEESE WEDDING CAKE 200 flat fee + 3.50 per head
CONTACT US www.pickleshack.co.uk 01395 488 132 jodie@pickleshack.co.uk @Pickle_Shack fb.com/pickleshack Designed by Shape + Letter Photographs by Kerry Bartlett, Matt Austin Images & Evolve Photography Pickle Shack 2017