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F E S T I V E C E L E B R A T I O N S
Experience an unforgettable festive season at The Balmoral, where warm Scottish hospitality meets outstanding cuisine and festive decorations in abundance.
We have curated a series of exciting and varied events to inspire and delight over the entire festive season. Using only the finest locally sourced seasonal ingredients, our Executive Chef Jeff Bland has created a wide range of culinary delights for the occasion. However you choose to celebrate with us you will be assured a warm welcome and festive experience to treasure.
Celebrate the festive season in style by hosting your own exclusive party at The Balmoral.
Glide up the red carpet, past our grand Christmas tree and into the warmth and comfort of one of our private dining suites. With a glass of sparkling wine in hand, take in the panoramic views of Edinburgh Castle and the city’s Christmas Wonderland before enjoying a three course dinner followed by dancing. Our dedicated event planners will ensure your party is tailored to your requirements, with particular attention to the little touches that make all the difference.
£39.50 per person £46.50 per person with a half bottle of wine
F E S T I V E P A R T I E S
F E S T I V E P A R T Y P A C K A G E
Red carpet arrival
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Welcome glass of Prosecco
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Three course festive dinner
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Party novelties and table decorations
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Christmas DJ and disco
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Exclusive use of private dining suite
[email protected] call +44 (0) 131 662 8843
The festive party package is available for a minimum of 50 people. Dates are available throughout the festive season.
F E S T I V E M E N U
Marinated salmon gravlax, vodka and horseradish cream, cumin blinis
Scottish venison and chestnut terrine, quince chutney, pickled wild mushroom
Strathdon blue cheese, walnut and chicory salad
Puy lentils and truffle cream soup
*** Traditionally served roast Letham turkey
Confit lamb, Dauphinoise potatoes, turnip sauerkraut, shallot and oregano sauce
Goat cheese, mushroom and spinach Wellington, beetroot salad, mashed potatoes
Fillet of seabass, crushed Brussels sprouts, Highland burgundy potato gnocchi, citrus and avruga sauce
*** Balmoral Christmas pudding with brandy sauce
Earl Grey tea, pear and almond frangipane tart, tonka bean crème anglaise, cranberry sorbet
Pistachio crème brûlée, lemon shortbread
Selection of Scottish and continental cheese, oatcakes and crackers
*** Balmoral blend coffee and tea served with mince pies
For a relaxed Christmas celebration, The Balmoral’s lively brasserie is the ideal place to enjoy the festive season.
The following festive menu is offered from the 29th November to the 23rd December.
L U N C H M E N U 2 courses £19.50 3 courses £24.50
D I N N E R M E N U 2 courses £22.50 3 courses £27.50
Service from 12.30pm to 10.30pm
[email protected]+44 (0) 131 557 5000
Unwind this Christmas eve with family and friends and allow Hadrian’s to tempt you with a three course feast to mark the beginning of your festive celebrations.
L U N C H M E N U £25.00 per person £12.50 Children (under 12)
Service from 12.30pm to 2.30pm
D I N N E R M E N U £49.00 per person £24.50 Children (under 12)
Service from 6.30pm to 10.30pm
H A D R I A N ’ S C H R I S T M A S E V E H A D R I A N ’ S C H R I S T M A S D A Y L U N C H
Enjoy a magnificent Christmas day lunch, perfectly paired with wine and accompanying live music from our very own harpist.
L U N C H M E N U £165.00 per person with wine and Champagne £42.50 Children (under 12)
Service from 12.30pm to 2.30pm
M E N U
Jerusalem artichoke and black truffle cream soup
*** Duck foie gras and confit rabbit terrine, pear chutney,
rosemary fougasse bread
Seared scallops, pancetta, braised chicory, orange caramel
Goat cheese, mushroom and spinach Wellington, beetroot, rocket salad, basil coulis
*** Traditionally served roast Letham turkey
Braised monkfish tail, mussels, saffron fish soup, basil aioli and garlic croûtons
Braised beef feather blade, Dauphinoise potatoes, parsnips and apple purée, roast cep jus
Wild mushroom and savoy cabbage ravioli, beetroot consommé, roast salsify
*** Balmoral Christmas pudding with brandy sauce
Braised quince and apple tart tatin, vanilla ice cream, Calvados caramel
Scottish and continental cheese with oatcakes and crackers
*** Balmoral blend coffee and tea served with mince pies
M E N U
Roast ceps and Puy lentil soup, black truffle cream
Marinated salmon and seabass tartare, langoustine tempura, passion fruit vinaigrette
Scottish venison and pistachio terrine en croûte, beer jelly, red onion ketchup
Strathdon blue cheese, walnut, quail egg and chicory salad
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Roast saddle of rabbit, butternut squash purée, chick pea croquette, shallot and oregano sauce
Braised beef feather blade à la Bourguignonne, creamy mash, braised savoy cabbage, red wine jus
Goat cheese, mushroom and spinach Wellington, beetroot salad, mashed potatoes
Fillet of seabream, crushed Brussels sprouts, Highland burgundy potato gnocchi, citrus and avruga sauce
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Caramelised apple tart tatin, Calvados ice cream, toffee sauce
Dark chocolate fondant, mango and basil coulis, raspberry sorbet
Hazelnut crème brûlée, vanilla langue de chat
Scottish and continental cheese with oatcakes and crackers
***Balmoral blend coffee and tea served with mince [email protected]
+44 (0) 131 557 5000
M E N U
Duck foie gras and confit rabbit terrine, pear chutney, rosemary fougasse bread
Seared scallops, pancetta, braised chicory, orange caramel
Goat cheese, mushroom and spinach Wellington, beetroot, rocket salad, basil coulis
*** Traditionally served roast Letham turkey
Braised monkfish tail, mussels, saffron fish soup, basil aioli and garlic croûtons
Braised beef feather blade, Dauphinoise potatoes, parsnips and apple purée, roast cep jus
Wild mushroom and savoy cabbage ravioli, beetroot consommé, roast salsify
*** Balmoral Christmas pudding with brandy sauce
Braised quince and apple tart tatin, vanilla ice cream, Calvados caramel
Scottish and continental cheese with oatcakes and crackers
*** Balmoral blend coffee and tea served with mince pies
Enjoy an evening celebration this Christmas day with dinner at the elegant Hadrian’s Brasserie with live music from our very own harpist.
D I N N E R M E N U £95.00 per person £47.50 Children (under 12)
Service from 7.30pm to 9.30pm
H A D R I A N ’ S C H R I S T M A S D A Y D I N N E R H A D R I A N ’ S F I R E W O R K S H O G M A N A Y
Bring in the bells of 2015 with a stylish evening celebration at Hadrian’s Brasserie.
Enjoy an exceptional five course menu accompanied by the sounds of a live jazz band. As midnight approaches, you will be escorted to one of our castle view suites, where you will enjoy a Champagne celebration with a live countdown to midnight as you view the world-famous firework display from Edinburgh Castle.
H O G M A N A Y P A C K A G E £175.00 per person £87.50 Children (under 12)
Champagne Reception 7.30pm Dinner at 8pm
M E N U
Champagne on arrival
*** Seared Gigha scallops, celeriac and curry salad,
apple vinaigrette
*** Scottish hare and foie gras terrine en croûte,
beer jelly, quince chutney
*** Duo of local venison, roast saddle and haunch caillette,
Anna potato, Jerusalem artichoke purée, thyme jus
*** Selection of Scottish and continental cheese,
oatcakes and crackers
*** Valrhona nyangbo dark chocolate tart,
pink Champagne granité, walnut nougatine tuile
*** Balmoral blend coffee and tea served with petits fours
[email protected]+44 (0) 131 557 5000
Number One has established a reputation for world-class cuisine, retaining its Michelin star for the twelfth consecutive year in 2014.
Using only the very best of Scottish produce, Head Chef Brian Grigor has created a selection of menus for the perfect festive celebration. The outstanding cuisine, coupled with the intuitive service and spacious and comfortable surroundings, make for a truly memorable dining experience. An extensive selection of fine wines and Champagne is available to complement your meal, with our Sommelier on hand to help you make the perfect choice.
S E A S O N A L A L A C A R T E M E N U £69 per person
C H E F ’ S TA S T I N G M E N U £75 or £130 with paired wines
Service from 6.30pm to 10.00pm
[email protected]+44 (0) 131 557 6727
N U M B E R O N E F I R E W O R K S H O G M A N A Y
For a Michelin-starred Hogmanay celebration, look no further than award-winning Number One.
Join us on the mezzanine balcony at 7.30pm for a Champagne and canapés reception before being escorted to Number One at 8pm to enjoy an exclusive five course meal. The dinner will be followed by a Champagne celebration from our stunning castle-view suite where you will watch the magnificent fireworks display over Edinburgh Castle as you welcome in 2015.
£ 220 per person
M E N UChampagne and canapés reception
*** Foie gras terrine, prune d’Agen, brioche, truffle butter
*** Seared scallops, poached langoustine,
shellfish consommé
*** Highland beef fillet, smoked bone marrow,
Bordelaise sauce
*** Truffled Brie, apple and walnut
*** White chocolate and orange mousse,
dark chocolate ice cream
*** Balmoral blend coffee and tea served with petits fours
N U M B E R O N E C H R I S T M A S D A Y
Experience a sensational bespoke three-course menu at Number One this Christmas day.
Enjoy a sparkling celebration with Champagne and canapés on arrival before experiencing our legendary Number One service and exceptional culinary delights. Our resident harpist will provide elegant music, complementing the unique atmosphere at Number One throughout the day.
£175 per person
Service from 12.30pm to 3.00pm
M E N UFoie gras roulade, cured venison, apple and cranberry
Hand dived scallops, endive tatin, Tokaji reduction
Jerusalem artichoke soup, winter truffle gnocchi
*** Letham turkey, traditional trimmings
Beef fillet, oxtail ravioli, salsify
Turbot, squash risotto, chorizo, langoustine
*** Balmoral Christmas pudding parfait
Chocolate marquise, praline ice cream, bitter orange
Selection of cheese
*** Balmoral blend coffee and tea served with petits fours
[email protected]+44 (0) 131 557 6727
Princes Street’s most exclusive hot spot serving classic cocktails with a twist.
Celebrate throughout December with Edinburgh’s finest cocktails created by our dedicated team of professionals. The Balmoral Bar offers a warm, vibrant atmosphere in which to enjoy a collection of luxury and vintage Champagnes and signature cocktails shaken and stirred to perfection.
[email protected]+44 (0) 131 524 7099
F E S T I V E C O C K T A I L T A S T I N G E X P E R I E N C E
Based on the concept of a Michelin-starred tasting menu, this festive tasting experience offers guests a sampling of the finest and most seasonal of ingredients in liquid form. It is designed to be enjoyed at a leisurely pace starting with an amuse bouche followed by five ‘courses’ of cocktails.
£40 per person
Advanced bookings are highly recommended.
T H E B A L M O R A L B A R F I R E W O R K S H O G M A N A Y
Start 2015 in style at The Balmoral Bar. Enjoy a dedicated table reservation throughout the evening as you enjoy entertainment from our Hogmanay DJ. As midnight approaches, you will be escorted to one of our stunning castle-view suites to view the magnificent fireworks display over Edinburgh Castle with a glass of Champagne. The evening will commence at 10pm and draw to a conclusion at 2.30am.
£65 per person
Palm Court is a romantic and timeless venue in which to celebrate the festive season.
Sip on vintage Champagne and indulge with our award-winning Afternoon Tea under the canopy of our exotic palm trees. Throughout December we will be serving our festive Afternoon Tea with live harp music. Choose from a selection of 20 exclusive loose-leaf teas accompanied by a variety of seasonal sandwiches, scones and cakes.
A F T E R N O O N T E A £29 per person £44 per person with a glass of Champagne
Served daily from 12:00 noon to 5.30pm
Advanced bookings are highly recommended.
P A L M C O U R T F I R E W O R K S H O G M A N A Y
Enjoy the stunning surroundings of Palm Court this Hogmanay with a Champagne arrival followed by a five course menu, created by Executive Chef Jeff Bland. A Jazz band will perform throughout the evening, creating a relaxed ambiance in which to celebrate this special time of year. As midnight approaches, you will be escorted to one of our stunning castle-view suites to view the magnificent fireworks display over Edinburgh Castle. The evening will commence at 7.30pm and draw to a conclusion at 2am.
£115 per person
M E N U
Smoked salmon, celeriac remoulade, avocado drops
*** Free range chicken and foie gras roulade,
rocket salad, brioche, Sauternes jelly
*** Blairgowrie steamship roast, carved in the room
*** A selection of fine Scottish and continental cheese
with fruits and bread
*** Palm Court’s dessert selection
[email protected]+44 (0) 131 556 2414
Our signature whisky bar pays homage to Scotland’s national drink and is home to one of Edinburgh’s largest collections.
Take a seat on one of the tweed sofas this festive season and allow our Whisky Ambassadors to help you choose from over 400 single malts.
C H R I S T M A S W H I S K Y J O U R N E Y
Allow us to guide you through four specially selected drams of whisky this festive season. Each dram is served with a selection of bar bites and water from the same source as the whisky. Our knowledgeable Whisky Ambassadors will talk you through the taste of each dram and provide a wealth of information on the heritage of the whisky.
£45 per person.
Advanced bookings are highly recommended.
[email protected]+44 (0) 131 524 7142
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The Balmoral continues to host the most sophisticated and glamorous black-tie Hogmanay celebration in Edinburgh. Our grand gala ball merges contemporary entertainment with Scottish tradition like the colours of a fine tartan weave.
£250 per person £130 per guest aged between 12 and 18
The evening will commence with the sounds of the Pipes and Drums of the Royal Burgh of Stirling, offering a dramatic welcome to our Hogmanay celebrations. A Champagne and canapés reception will follow in our Holyrood Suite where the elegant jazz trio Le Swing will deliver a polished performance of Rat Pack favourites.
A grand four course dinner, created by our award-winning Executive Chef Jeff Bland, will be served in the Sir Walter Scott Suite accompanied by the finest of wines selected by our dedicated Sommelier.
The skirl of pipes and the colour and grace of some of the world’s top Highland dancers will perform the famous Sword Dance and Highland Fling, followed by dancing to one of the best ceilidh bands in the country. The band and dancers will offer clear instructions to allow even the most inexperienced guests to take to the floor.
The Bells of 2015 will be ushered in to the sounds of our pipes and drums when our ceilidh musicians will lead you in a traditional Auld Lang Syne to mark the start of 2015. Dance away into the wee small hours with a live band providing entertainment after midnight as you watch the world famous fireworks display from Edinburgh Castle.
[email protected]+44 (0) 131 622 8843
M E N UScottish pheasant and foie gras pressed with
woodland mushrooms, blackberry and pork jelly
*** Marinated seabass, artichoke,
shallot and tomato confit
*** Fillet of Blairgowrie beef, slow cooked short rib,
red onion tart, pea purée, fondant potato, thyme jus
*** Malt whisky jelly with Straun honey, griottine cherries,
meringue with mint, dark chocolate ice cream, cherry sauce
*** Balmoral blend coffee and tea served with petits fours
***7:00pm Reception
7:30pm Dinner
For those guests wishing to stay during the Hogmanay celebrations and attend the Gala Ball, accommodation packages start from £690 per person based on a two night stay in a Classic Room including breakfast, with two people sharing. Please ask reservations for all other room categories. Family packages are available on request.
Indulge this festive season at The Balmoral Spa – the ultimate urban oasis.
Our 5 star facilities, including a 15 metre crystal-clear pool, Finnish sauna and Turkish steam room, offer a sanctuary of personal comfort and escapism. Select from our wide range of treatments from ESPA, Pure Lochside, Vita Liberata and Jessica, or try one of our specially created festive treatments, tailored to help you prepare for this special time of year.
[email protected]+44(0)131 622 8880
M I S T L E - T O E S A N D G L Ü H W E I N
Relax and pamper tired feet ahead of the festive season with this ZenSpa Deluxe Pedicure with Thermal Booties, paired with a glass of warmed Glühwein. This 70 minute treatment will leave you with improved circulation and twinkling toes.
£45 per person
A L L W R A P P E D U P
Prepare your skin for the festive season with an ESPA Body Wrap and Express Cleanse facial with soothing frankincense and myrrh oil. This 85 minute treatment offers a quick and effective boost to the skin condition leaving you feeling refreshed and renewed.
£95 per person
The Balmoral offers a wide range of gift certificates for culinary experiences, spa treatments or overnight stays. Gift Experiences are also available at Rocco Forte Hotels in Berlin, Frankfurt, London and Munich.
To purchase a Rocco Forte Gift Experience please visit www.roccofortehotels.com
G I F T E X P E R I E N C E S T H E I D E A L C H R I S T M A S P R E S E N T
Spend the night in luxury and celebrate with loved ones, friends or all the family.
With Edinburgh’s finest shopping on our doorstep, the museums, galleries and theatres a short walk away, The Balmoral really is the number one address in Edinburgh.
Gaze out over the twinkling lights of the city’s Winter Wonderland and enjoy the calendar of events throughout December in our fair city.
The Balmoral offers a wide selection of accommodation packages throughout the festive season.
For more information or to book accommodation, call our reservations team on +44(0)131 556 2414 or email [email protected]
O V E R N I G H T A T T H E B A L M O R A L
The Balmoral 1 Princes Street Edinburgh EH2 2EQ Scotland
Tel: +44 131 556 2414 Fax: +44 131 557 3747
Email: [email protected] Website: www.roccofortehotels.com
