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‘Good food is the foundation of genuine happiness’ – Auguste Escoffier

At Samuel James Events our Weddings are meticulously planned to perfection,

ensuring your day goes without a hitch – well, apart from one anyway!

Weddings are a once in a lifetime

experience, and we’re ready to play our part in orchestrating the big day.

Whether it’s a large festivity or intimate affair, traditional white wedding with

all the trimmings or contemporary celebration of love; we guarantee truly

exquisite food served in style with pomp and ceremony.

We know it can be stressful organising all the little details, so let us take the pressure in making the necessary arrangements – so the only thing you have to think about is each other. The devil is in the detail, and we’ll cross the t’s and dot the i’s so you don’t have to.

And, when the day comes, rest assured that you’ll feel like guests at your own wedding; free to enjoy your day, leaving you with lasting impressions and cherished memories. So, sit back, relax and let us make your dreams come true.

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‘Devilled’ Smoked Trout on Crisp Baguette

Ham Hock Ballotine with Piccalilli Mayo on Crisp Bruschetta Chicken Liver Parfait and Cranberry Chutney on Toasted Brioche Feta, Sun Dried Tomato and Pesto Crostini Pork Rillettes on Melba Toast with Apple Jelly Whipped Goat’s Cheese on Oatcake topped with Caramelised Red Onion Marinated Wasabi Tuna, Teriyaki Soused Shallot, Sesame Dressing Chinese ‘Crispy Duck’ with Plum and Ginger in a Filo Cup Blue Cheese Cream on Salted Potato Crisps Miso Beef, Mirin Vegetables and Seaweed en Croute Mozzarella, Blushed Tomato and Black Olive Crostini Smoked Salmon Crêpes with Lemon and Dill Cream ‘Bloody Mary’ Shot of Tomato and Vodka Soup

Butternut Squash Risotto and Walnut Crumble Tartlet of Slow Cooked Beef, Sweet Carrot Purée and Pickled Walnuts Thai Style Fish Cake with Yuzu Chilli Sauce Tabasco and Lemongrass Chicken Skewer and a Peanut Aioli Oriental Spring Roll and Tamarind Sauce Wild Mushroom Risotto ‘Lollipop’, Parmesan Cream Roast Beef ‘Mini Yorkie’ with a Horseradish Remoulade Baked New Potatoes topped with Cured Bacon Salsa Roja and Chive Crème Fraîche Ras el Hanout Lamb Koftas and Tomato and Chilli Fondue Mini ‘Bangers and Mash’ with Red Onion Marmalade Chicken and Leek Welsh Rarebit Curried Haddock Croquette and a Saffron Bearnaise Salad of Oyster Beef and Vietnamese Vegetables

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‘Picnic’ of Wild Boar Quail’s Egg in Soda Bread Crumb and Venison Sausage Roll, Spiced Cider Chutney

‘Duo of Duckling’: Roast Breast and Confit Leg, Port and Cranberry Jus, Baked Potato Colcannon, Leafy Greens Caramelised Banana and Roast Pineapple, Salted ‘Yellow Man’ Caramel, Peanut Crumble, Praline Ice Cream, Peanut Butter Shard

British Tasting - Scotland ‘Salmon Tasting’ of Gin Cured, Oak Smoked and Poached Terrine, Sour Cucumber, Lemon Remoulade Venison Fillet, Bramble Jus, Roast Parsnip, Butternut Squash Purée, Baby Beets, Parsnip Crisps ‘Scottish Cranachan’: Burnt Honey Ice Cream and Raspberry Sorbet, Mini Doughnut, Oatmeal Crunch, Red Berries, Hazelnut Tuille, Scotch Syrup

British Tasting - Wales ‘Warm Salad’ of King Prawns and Gnocchi, Pea Purée, Prosciutto Shards, Caviar Cream ‘Assiette of Lamb’: Pan Seared Loin and Braised Shoulder Hot Pot, Red Wine Reduction, Carrot Purée, Spinach, Herb Crumble Bittersweet Chocolate Delice, Malted Milk Ice Cream, Black Cherry Textures, Chocolate Crumb, Brittle Tuille

British Tasting - England

Seared Scallops, Roast Pork Belly, Cauliflower Purée, Pistachio, Pan Juices Aged Fillet of Beef, Morel Jus, Truffled Dauphinoise, Sweet Garlic Purée, Charred Baby Vegetables, Shallot Crisps ‘English Orchards’: Earl Grey and Cherry Crème Brûlée, Pear and Walnut Crumble, Plum Fool, Molasses Apple Sponge, Apple Fudge Ice Cream, Cinnamon Caramel

Heritage Menu No.1 Young Carrot Soup, Lime Crème Fraîche and Rye Crisps Pot Roast Chicken and Vegetables, Creamed Potato, Malt Ale Jus Elderflower ‘Lemonade’ Jelly, Strawberry ‘Mivvi’ ice Cream

Heritage Menu No.2 Marinated Beetroot Carpaccio, Whipped Ricotta, Chard Salad, Cabernet Vinegar Reduction Pudding of Daube Beef, Button Onions and Mushrooms, Smoked Stout Gravy, Pomme Mousseline, Steamed Vegetables Sour Cranberry and Almond Pudding, Custard Ice Cream, Poached Fruits

Heritage Menu No.3 Confit Chicken, Apple and Celery Salad, Roquefort Mayonnaise, Toasted Walnuts Roast Cod, Ras el Hanout Jus, Spiced Lentil and Bean Ragout, Fine Beans, Chorizo Crumbs Burnt Clotted Cream, Trio of Strawberries, Orange Cookies

Heritage Menu No.4 ‘5 Spice’ Chicken Liver Parfait, Roast Madeira Plums, Heritage Salad, Toasted Brioche ‘Sunday Roast’ of Beef Sirloin, Roasting Juices, Yorkshire Pudding, Roast Roots, Seasonal Vegetables Buttermilk Panna Cotta, Grilled Pear, Popcorn and Honeycomb, Sweet and Sour Blackberry, Dark Chocolate

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Artisan Breads, Balsamic and Olive Oil

Tea, Coffee, Tisanes and

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Chefs and Waitress Service*

*Menu Prices are based upon

40 guests and greater

Seasonal Menu - Autumn

Sweet Red Pepper and Plum Tomato Soup, Basil Dressing, Parmesan Croutons

Pan Fried Chicken Breast, Café au Lait Sauce, Potato Fondant, Allotment Vegetables Triple Chocolate Brownie, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Mocha Sauce

Seasonal Menu - Summer

’Tarte Tatin’ of Blow Torched Goat's Cheese, Plum Tomato Ragout, Pine Nut Salad Supreme of Salmon, White Wine Herb Velouté, Forked New Potatoes, Fricassée of Asparagus, Broad Bean and Peas Eaton Mess Iced Parfait, Chocolate Liqueur Sauce

Seasonal Menu - Winter ‘Trio of Fish Cakes’; Smoked Haddock, Cod and Salmon, Pea Purée, Caper Berry Aioli Roast Pork Belly, Salted Crackling, Calvados Reduction, Celeriac Purée, Roast Apple, Soused Winter Vegetables Sticky Toffee Pudding, Salted Butterscotch, Marmalade Ice Cream, Brandy Snap

Seasonal Menu - Spring Potted Ham Hock, English Mustard Butter, Salad of Radish and Broad Bean, Piccalilli Ketchup, Walnut Crostini Lamb Rump ‘Sous-Vide’, Light Lamb Jus, Gratin Potatoes, Caramelised Onion Purée, Young Vegetables ‘Turkish Delight’ Cheesecake, Five Ways of Raspberry

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C HE E S E British Artisan Cheeses and Pickles, Chutneys, Sweet Grapes, Celery Hearts, Biscuits and Wafers Table Platter (10 Person) at Individual Portions at

ME N U Honeydew Melon and Fresh Strawberries ‘Bangers and Mash’, Carrots and Peas, Gravy Chocolate Sundae with Marshmallows, Cookies, Chocolate Sauce and Wafers C HIL D R E N’S PA R T Y S E L E C T I O N Mini Sandwiches Including:Wafer Ham, Egg Mayo, Tuna Mayo, Peanut Butter and Jelly, Chocolate Spread

Mini Pizzas, Cocktail Sausages, Chicken Nuggets and Mini Sausage Rolls with Dips Miniature Cakes, Party Rings and Fruit Portions Jelly and Ice Cream with Sprinkles Only available when children are seated together on the same table Half Portions of Main Menu at Half Main Menu Price (Up To Age Twelve)

S TA R T E R S

Grilled Halloumi and Lemon Quinoa Salad, Roast Red Peppers, Caper and Parsley Dressing Smoked Potato Gnocchi, Sun Blushed Tomato Ragout, Mozzarella Trio of Seasonal Melon, Fresh Summer Berries, Passion Fruit Coulis Cheshire Cheese and Leek Tartlet, Baby Leaves, Balsamic Reduction ‘Galette’ of Puff Pastry, Plum Tomato, Goat’s Cheese and Basil Filo Cup of Asparagus, Champagne and Forest Mushroom Cream, Nut Crunch

M A IN S

Forest Mushroom and Asparagus Risotto, Rocket, Gorgonzola and Pine Nut Dressing

Squash, Chick Pea, and Feta ‘Spring Roll’ with a Roast Tomato and Garlic Sauce Roast Root Vegetable Wellington and Shallot Velouté Ricotta and Spinach ‘Baklava’ served with Red Pepper Lentil Salsa ‘Cannelloni’ of Spiced Pumpkin baked in Tomato Basil Compote Lasagne of Aubergine and Mediterranean Vegetables Vegetarian meals are served with the same accompaniments as the main meal and the same dessert. Other dietary requirements such as vegan, diabetic and coeliac can be catered for upon request.

S O R B E T Peach Bellini Bitter Lemon Gin & Tonic Pink Grapefruit Vodka & Orange Lime & Basil Raspberry and Mango Champagne

V E G E T A R I A N C H I L D R E N

S O U P Red Pepper and Sun Blushed Tomato Spiced Pumpkin, Citrus Crème Fraîche ‘Curried’ Parsnip and Bramley Apple Minted Petit Pois and Crisp Pancetta Stilton and Mushroom with Herb Croutons Corn Chowder and Chive Tortillas Creamed Leek and Potato French Onion and Cheesy Croutons

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Grand Display of British Artisan Cheeses; Chutneys and Pickles, Sweet Grapes, Celery Hearts, Biscuits, Wafers and Rustic Breads

Add: Mini Hand-Raised Pork Pies, Carved Marmalade Baked Ham, Homemade Heritage Pâté

Bacon and Sausage Sandwiches, HP and Ketchup

Roast Mediterranean Vegetable and Mozzarella Panini

Hot Pink Roast Beef Rolls, Horseradish and Caramelised Onions

Lamb ‘Doner’ Kebab, Flat Bread, Fattoush Salad, Chilli Sauce and Minted Yoghurt

Whole Roast Suckling Pig, Floured Baps, Apple Sauce, Seasonal Stuffings (Minimum Guest Requirement)

Add: Chipotle Coleslaw, Baby Leaf Salad, Plum Tomato Salad, Roast Herb New Potatoes

‘Curry Night’; Chicken Tikka Masala and Vegetable Balti, Pilau Rice, Mango Chutney and Mini Papadums and Naans

‘Mezze Selection’; Chicken and Lamb Souvlaki, Marinated Prawn Skewers, Griddled Halloumi Cheese, Fattoush Salad, Roast Mediterranean Vegetables, Tabbouleh Salad, Hummus, Tzatziki, Olives and Sun-blushed Tomatoes, Grissini and Flat Breads

‘All Day Breakfast’ Buffet; Grilled Bacon and Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, Hash Browns, Baked Beans, Black Pudding, Fried Mushrooms, Roast Tomatoes, Fresh Baps, Traditional Condiments

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We couldn’t possibly fit all our gastronomic creations into one brochure, so remember, what we can’t do isn’t worth doing. Just tell us what you want and it’ll be done. Our menus are just for inspiration, as we’re always looking to be creative in the kitchen. We’ll design and create a menu with you, just for you. Bespoke is what we do best. Don’t want traditional wedding breakfast? Want to buck the trend with something a little different? Great, we love doing it. Creative is our middle name, so let’s rip up the rule book and get imaginative.

As well as offering superb food, Samuel James Events can deal with all your drinks requirements. From sparkles and bubbles at your drinks reception, sophisticated wines to match your chosen menu and a full bar service to keep your guests going long into the night, you can be sure that our comprehensive list of exquisite beverages has something you’ll love. We don’t believe in set drinks packages, as we know each and every person has different tastes - full-bodied reds to crisp fruity whites and traditional cask ales to light European lagers - so we bespoke quote each event individually. Drinks are inclusive of Glassware, Waitressing and Bar Tending, Ice and Condiments.

EVENT MANAGE MENT

Samuel James Events are ready to play our part in orchestrating your big day. We’re specialists at what we do – truly exquisite food served in style with pomp and ceremony.

As well as organising all your catering and drinks requirements, why not let us take all the pressure in making the necessary arrangements – so the only thing you have to think about is each other.

From the venue to the wedding cake, flowers to the photographer and evening entertainment to the wedding stationery, we have some of the best wedding suppliers ready to work their magic and leave you with cherished memories.

Our Weddings are planned to perfection, taking the stress of organising all the little details off your back. So when the day comes around you can sit back and relax knowing it’s all been taken care of.

After all, you should feel like guests at your own wedding shouldn’t you?

TA S T IN G S E S S I O N S Once you’ve perused our menus and spotted something that really tickles your fancy, we’ll invite you down for the most delicious tasting of your favourite dishes.

Our chefs will cook the dishes as they would recommend, but there is only one opinion that counts – yours and yours alone. A tasting session ensures that on the day the food will be cooked, seasoned and served just the way you like it.

C AT E R IN G R E Q U IR E ME N T S Depending on your chosen venue and the facilities provided, there may be need for additional catering equipment. This can be discussed at your meeting and will be quoted to your exact requirements. M A RQ U E E R E Q U IR E ME N T S For all events taking place in a marquee a satellite kitchen with solid floor is required that is directly attached to the marquee. This can be discussed at your meeting. G R E E N P RO MI S E Samuel James Events is utterly committed to protecting the environment, promoting local businesses and recycling. We source all our food as locally as possible to get the best of fresh and seasonal produce which also helps lower our carbon footprint. We endeavour to recycle 100% of our cardboard, glass, plastics and food waste.

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