ALL THAT GLITTERS IS GOLD AT MER CURE THIS CHR ISTM A S
M E R C U RE SOU TH AMPTON CENT RE D OL PH IN H OTEL
CONTENTS 02 FESTIVE DIARY 03 WELCOME 04 GLITTER BALL
06 B UILD YOUR OWN GLITTER PARTY 09 FESTIVE LUNCHES 10 FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA
12 CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH 13 BOXING DAY LUNCH 14 NEW YEAR’S EVE
FESTIVE DIARY DECEMBER FESTIVE LUNCHES Daily until 23rd December GLITTER BALL PARTY NIGHTS Every Friday and Saturday evening in December up to the 23rd BUILD YOUR OWN FESTIVE PARTY Available every evening, Sunday to Thursday, throughout December
FESTIVE LUNCHES Available every day throughout December FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEAS Available every day throughout December CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH Monday 25th BOXING DAY AFTERNOON TEA Tuesday 26th
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY Sunday 31st
MAKE IT SPECIAL, MAKE IT SPARKLING CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS WITH MERCURE We’ve a glittering selection of ideas for your perfect Christmas. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing short break, mouthwatering festive menus with all the trimmings, or sparkling nights of fun celebrations with friends or colleagues – make sure you shine with Mercure. Mercure Southampton Centre Dolphin Hotel offers the perfect setting for a memorable Christmas and New Year. The stunning historic four-star hotel, located in the heart of the city centre, is a Grade II Listed building. Our Chef will be conjuring up his traditional festive fare with a twist in our AA Rosette restaurant. The hotel has 99 bedrooms should you wish to stay over, and onsite car parking. Whether you’re joining us to celebrate in style or relax and unwind, let us look after every detail at this special time of year.
A TIME TO SPARKLE From the decor in the hall to the prosecco in your glass, look forward to a shimmering, glittering time this Christmas. Why not feel extra special at this special time of year? Our Glitter Ball parties are the perfect way to celebrate and scintillate, with as much glitz and glamour as you wish. Dress to dazzle and enjoy great food, great music – and an evening that will shine in your memory.
PARTY DATES Fridays and Saturdays – £32.95 per person or £39.95 including half-bottle of wine per person Private parties available on request. A £15.00 deposit per person is required at the time of booking.
GLITTER BALL MENU TO START
MAINS
DESSERTS
Leek and potato soup (gf) (v) Smoked paprika croutons, fresh chives
Roast turkey and gammon With all the traditional trimmings
Christmas pudding Homemade brandy sauce
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Steamed paupiette of hake (gf) Filled with mushroom and roasted tomato mousse, lemon, caper and shallot butter, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables
Chocolate and orange brownie (gf) Chantilly cream, candied orange peel
Peppered mackerel and horseradish pâtÊ Balsamic baby leaves, granary toast OR Chicken and smoked bacon terrine Tomato chutney, toasted sourdough bread
OR Individual aubergine and lentil moussaka (v) Bulgur, butternut squash, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables
OR Vanilla yoghurt cheesecake Winterberry compote AND Teas, coffees and mince pies
Party starts: 7pm | Dinner served: 7.30pm | Last orders: 12.30am | Carriages: 1am | Dress code: smart casual
BUILD YOUR OWN GLITTER PARTY Create a night that’s tailored to your party’s needs, whether it be enjoying a few nibbles and cocktails or feasting on a three-course menu with live entertainment.
SUNDAY TO THURSDAY EVENINGS THROUGHOUT DECEMBER Food packages from £9.95 per person Drinks packages from £5.00 per person Please email our dedicated Christmas Coordinator for full menus and prices on h7876-sl@accor.com.
FESTIVE LUNCHES Take your place at our table for a fantastic feast of festive flavours in the run-up to the big day. Served in our restaurant from 1st to 23rd December our delicious festive-themed menus include two- or three-course options. As well as magnificent menus, enjoy the warmest of welcomes from our staff and great surroundings. Whether it’s with friends, family or colleagues, we guarantee a great time – and the best bit, no washing up! Bar opens: 12 noon | Lunch served: from 12 noon onwards | Dress code: smart casual
EVERY DAY THROUGHOUT DECEMBER UNTIL 23RD DECEMBER From £15.50 per person for three courses Children £9.95 (11 and under), under-3s eat FREE Pre-booking is required: please call 023 8038 6473 to book. A £10.00 deposit per person is required at the time of booking.
FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA SANDWICHES Roast beef and horseradish Turkey and cranberry Prawn and lemon cream cheese Egg mayonnaise and chives *** Orange and cinnamon scones Clotted cream, winter berry jam *** Chocolate brownie Christmas pudding cheesecake Mini mince pie *** Your choice of tea or coffee Available throughout December* – £14.95 per person
CREAM TEA Available throughout December* – £8.95 per person
SPARKLING FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA Upgrade to a Sparkling Festive Afternoon Tea Same as the above, with the addition of a glass of bubbles. Available throughout December* – £19.95 per person *Excluding 25th December
CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH Join us for a scrumptious Christmas lunch with all the trimmings. Enjoy a mouth-watering six-course festive feast to tantalise your taste buds this Christmas. With live entertainment and a visit from Santa, this will be a great Christmas Day! Lunch served: from 12 noon onwards | Dress code: smart casual
TO START
MAINS
DESSERTS
Cream of mushroom and rosemary soup (gf) Sautéed wild mushrooms, truffle oil, Parmesan cheese OR Charred asparagus and warm smoked salmon (gf) Parma ham, chard, buerre blanc OR Duck liver parfait Smoked duck breast, toasted brioche, pickled carrots, pea shoots, spiced red onion marmalade OR Crispy fried Cornish Camembert (v) Poached pear and rocket salad, warm blueberry jam
Roast turkey and gammon Traditional trimmings OR Trio of lamb Pan-fried lamb rump, braised lamb shoulder cake, cottage pie, fondant potato, steamed asparagus, redcurrant jus OR Lemon sole meunière Parmesan Dauphinoise potato, purple sprouting broccoli, roasted cherry vine tomatoes, parsley and caper beurre noisette OR Charred aubergine roulade (v) (gf) Butternut squash and sage risotto, rustic tomato sauce, Parmesan crisp, balsamic rocket and pine nut salad
Traditional Christmas pudding Homemade brandy sauce OR Melt-in-the-middle chocolate and banana fondant Chocolate soil, banoffee ice cream, caramelised banana OR Passion fruit mousse (gf) Mango jelly, coconut and lime shortbread OR Warm rhubarb crumble pie Vanilla ice cream, Chantilly cream, rhubarb crisp, chocolate shavings
INTERMEDIATE Sparkling lemon sorbet
CHEESE Cheese and biscuits South Coast English cheeses, biscuits, grapes, celery, caramelised red onion chutney
TO FINISH Coffee and mince pies
£59.95 per adult, £30.00 per child (12 and under), under-5s £20.00, under-3s eat FREE Alternative children’s menu available. Reservations and a deposit of £25.00 per person required at time of booking.
BOXING DAY LUNCH Pop those heavy bags down, take the weight off your feet and indulge in a delicious Festive Afternoon Tea this Boxing Day. SANDWICHES Roast beef and horseradish Turkey and cranberry Prawn and lemon cream cheese Egg mayonnaise and chives *** Orange and cinnamon scones Clotted cream, winter berry jam *** Chocolate brownie Christmas pudding cheesecake Mini mince pie *** Your choice of tea or coffee
From ÂŁ14.95 per person Deposit of ÂŁ8.00 per person required at time of booking.
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY Celebrate the New Year in style and enjoy a countdown to remember at our New Year’s Eve party. Enjoy an arrival drink and tempt your taste buds with our chef’s canapés. Take your seats at your festive table to enjoy a five-course meal and then see in the New Year with our resident DJ. Arrival time: 7pm to 7.30pm | Dinner served: 8pm | Carriages: 1am Dress code: smart casual £49.95 per adult £25.00 per child (12 and under), under-5s £20.00, under-3s eat FREE Alternative children’s menu available.
NEW YEAR’S EVE MENU ARRIVAL DRINKS AND CANAPÉS TO START
MAINS
DESSERTS
French onion soup Cheesy crouton
Braised beef steak Chive and horseradish mash, seasonal vegetables, red wine, shallot and rosemary jus
Dark chocolate mousse torte White chocolate ice cream, raspberry coulis
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Cheese and biscuits South Coast English cheeses, biscuits, grapes, celery, caramelised red onion chutney
OR The Dolphin prawn cocktail (gf) Baby prawns, poached salmon, crab meat, lemon and coriander mayonnaise OR Pressed ham hock terrine Toasted sourdough bread, piccalilli OR Caramelised pear and blue cheese tart (v) Baby leaves, red wine and thyme reduction
INTERMEDIATE Sparkling passion fruit sorbet
Pancetta-wrapped fillet of pork Herb potato cake, seasonal vegetables, Dijon mustard and apple cider cream sauce OR Herb-crusted baked supreme of sea trout Chive and horseradish mash, seasonal vegetables, lemon Hollandaise sauce OR Charred aubergine roulade (v) (gf) Butternut squash and sage risotto, rustic tomato sauce, Parmesan crisp, balsamic rocket and pine nut salad
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OR Lemon posset (gf) Raspberry compote, Chantilly cream OR Orange and cinnamon steamed sponge pudding Custard, mixed berries
TO FINISH Tea, coffee and mints
For more information on our festive events and offers please contact us on: 023 8038 6460 h7876-sl@accor.com mercure.com/festive Mercure Southampton Centre Dolphin Hotel, 34 – 35 High Street, Southampton SO14 2HN