Christmas at the Carlton 2025

Complimentary glass of bubbles or juice on arrival

Honey & Rosemary‑Roasted Nuts: Warm, aromatic, and perfectly toasted

A colourful and flavour-packed platter featuring:

• Marinated olives, artichokes, roasted red peppers, and crisp pickled vegetables
• Assorted cured deli meats and aged cheeses
• Fresh artisan breads with basil‑whipped feta and rich tapenade

A chilled seafood showcase:

• Whole Akaroa salmon and beetroot‑cured smoked salmon
• Half‑shell, green‑lipped mussels
• Marinated citrus‑herb prawns and chilled squid with wakame salad
• Accompaniments: aioli, lemon wedges, sriracha, citrus‑herb oil

Fresh, colourful salads to complement the feast:

• Greek tomato, feta and quinoa salad
• Traditional Waldorf and classic shrimp cocktail salad
• Caesar salad with garlic croutons, parmesan, eggs, bacon, anchovies
• Russian baby potato salad with eggs and chives

A hearty selection of traditional roasts:

• Slow‑roasted leg of lamb
• Honey-orange and pineapple‑glazed champagne ham
• Whole roasted turkey
• Served with mushroom and Gorgonzola jus, rich gravy, and tangy apple sauce

Warm, comforting mains and sides:

• Pancetta‑wrapped turkey breast stuffed with apricot and cranberry, served with a rich pan gravy
• Garlic‑lemon butter baked blue cod with sautéed red onion, leek, and cherry tomato
• Stir‑fried seasonal vegetables with ginger and toasted sesame
• Truffle‑infused Agria potatoes
• Steamed coconut jasmine rice
• Roasted gourmet potatoes with garlic and rosemary

Sweet finishes with a festive flair:

• Traditional Christmas pudding
• Mini pavlovas and Christmas tartlets
• Mini rum balls
• Fresh fruit cocktails garnished with maraschino cherries
• Vanilla custard with orange‑infused whipped cream