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Kai Kirihimete | Christmas Menus

A Season of Celebration: Black & Gold Christmas Menus 2026

Celebrate the end of the year in style with our delicious Christmas menu options, thoughtfully crafted for festive gatherings, shared tables, and memorable occasions.

From elegant alternate-drop dining to generous banquets, buffets, and seasonal canapés, our 2026 menus bring together vibrant flavours, festive favourites, and beautifully prepared dishes to suit every celebration.

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Christmas Menu Options

10 packages

MERRY & BRIGHT FEAST

$75.00

per person

Alternate Drop Plated Dinner
1 Entrée / 2 Main / 1 Dessert

Breads

Includes:

- Artisan bread roll (vg) w butter (pre-set)

Entree

Choose 1

- Naughty Prawn Cocktail, Tequila Spiked Marie Rose Sauce:-
- Pork & Pistachio Terrine, Toasted Rewena, Caperberries, Cornichons & Walnut Mustard:-
- Gin Cured Salmon, Oyster Cream, Pickled Rhubarb, Finger Lime, Dill Oil, Black Horseradish Cream:-
- Lamb Ribs, Kawakawa Salsa Verde, Soft Herbs
- Beef Carpaccio, White Anchovy Dressing, Fennel, Rocket, Champagne Vinegar:-

Mains

Choose 2

- Pomegranate & Rosemary Glazed Chicken Thigh:-
- Slow Roasted Pork Belly Porchetta, Fennel Stuffing, Crackling, Black Pepper & Chilli:-
- Seared Salmon Steak w Saffron Creamed Leeks:-
- Honey & Mustard Glazed Champagne Ham w Spiced Pineapple Relish:-
- Medium Grilled Sirloin Steak, Bearnaise Sauce, Roast Cherry Tomatoes:-

Sides

Includes:

- Hāngi-style Roast Root Vegetables; Kumara, Carrot, Beets, Potato w Manuka Butter:-

Dessert

Choose 1

- Deconstructed Pavlova, Crisp Meringue, Lemon Curd, Chantilly Cream, Kiwi Fruit:-
- Layered Black Doris Plum & Rhubarb Trifle w White Chocolate Custard & Vanilla Sponge:-

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION FEAST

$85.00

per person

Alternate Drop Plated Dinner -
2 Entrée / 2 Main / 2 Dessert

Choose 2

- Naughty Prawn Cocktail, Tequila Spiked Marie Rose Sauce:-
- Pork & Pistachio Terrine, Toasted Rewena, Caperberries, Cornichons & Walnut Mustard:-
- Gin Cured Salmon, Oyster Cream, Pickled Rhubarb, Finger Lime, Dill Oil, Black Horseradish Cream:-
- Lamb Ribs, Kawakawa Salsa Verde, Soft Herbs
- Beef Carpaccio, White Anchovy Dressing, Fennel, Rocket, Champagne Vinegar:-

Choose 2

- Pomegranate & Rosemary Glazed Chicken Thigh:-
- Slow Roasted Pork Belly Porchetta, Fennel Stuffing, Crackling, Black Pepper & Chilli:-
- Seared Salmon Steak w Saffron Creamed Leeks:-
- Honey & Mustard Glazed Champagne Ham w Spiced Pineapple Relish:-
- Medium Grilled Sirloin Steak, Bearnaise Sauce, Roast Cherry Tomatoes:-

Choose 2

- Deconstructed Pavlova, Crisp Meringue, Lemon Curd, Chantilly Cream, Kiwi Fruit:-
- Black Forest Gateau, Kirsch Milk Chocolate Mousse, Cherries, Chantilly Cream:-

Breads

Includes:

- Artisan bread roll (vg) w butter (pre-set)

Sharing Plates - Sides

Includes:

- Hāngi-style Roast Root Vegetables; Kumara, Carrot, Beets, Potato w Manuka Butter:-

FESTIVE

$83.00

per person

Table Banquet -

1 Entrée Platter, 2 Mains, 3 Sides, 1 Dessert Platter

Choose 1

- SHARED ENTREE: Mixed Charcuteries, Pork & Pistachio Terrine, Hot Smoked Salmon, Cornichons, Pickled Vegetables, Popcorn Mussels, Fig Chutney, Breads & Crackers:-

Choose 2

- Slow Roasted Pork Belly Porchetta, Fennel Stuffing, Black Pepper & Chilli:-
- Roasted Side of Salmon on Creamed Saffron Leeks:-
- Honey & Mustard Glazed Champagne Ham, Spiced Pineapple Relish:-
- Horopito Slow Roasted Lamb Shoulder w Kawakawa Jus:-
- Spinach & Ricotta Cannelloni, Tomato & Basil, Mozzarella:-

Choose 3

- Hāngi-style Roast Root Vegetables; Kumara, Carrot, Beets, Potato w Manuka Butter:-
- Cauliflower & Broccoli Gratin:-
- Steamed Asparagus w Toasted Almonds, Crispy Shallots, Hollandaise:-
- Heirloom Tomato, Watermelon, Basil & Goat Cheese w Lime Dressing:-
- Pear, Rocket & Parmesan Salad w Candied Walnuts & Balsamic Dressing:-

Choose 1

- Dessert Platter: Mini Pavlovas w Kiwi, Lemon Curd & Chantilly Cream (V, NGA, NF), Chocolate Dipped Strawberries (V, NGA, NF), Christmas Mince Pies w Brandy Butter (V):-

YULETIDE

$73.00

per person

Table Banquet -

2 Mains, 3 Sides, 1 Dessert Platter

Choose 1

- SHARED ENTREE: Mixed Charcuteries, Pork & Pistachio Terrine, Hot Smoked Salmon, Cornichons, Pickled Vegetables, Popcorn Mussels, Fig Chutney, Breads & Crackers:-

Choose 2

- Slow Roasted Pork Belly Porchetta, Fennel Stuffing, Black Pepper & Chilli:-
- Roasted Side of Salmon on Creamed Saffron Leeks:-
- Honey & Mustard Glazed Champagne Ham, Spiced Pineapple Relish:-
- Horopito Slow Roasted Lamb Shoulder w Kawakawa Jus:-
- Spinach & Ricotta Cannelloni, Tomato & Basil, Mozzarella:-

Choose 3

- Hāngi-style Roast Root Vegetables; Kumara, Carrot, Beets, Potato w Manuka Butter:-
- Cauliflower & Broccoli Gratin:-
- Steamed Asparagus w Toasted Almonds, Crispy Shallots, Hollandaise:-
- Heirloom Tomato, Watermelon, Basil & Goat Cheese w Lime Dressing:-
- Pear, Rocket & Parmesan Salad w Candied Walnuts & Balsamic Dressing:-

Choose 1

- Dessert Platter: Mini Pavlovas w Kiwi, Lemon Curd & Chantilly Cream (V, NGA, NF), Chocolate Dipped Strawberries (V, NGA, NF), Christmas Mince Pies w Brandy Butter (V):-

GRAND CHRISTMAS

$108.00

per person

Table Banquet -
1 Entree, 3 Mains, 3 Sides, Dessert & Cheese Platter

Choose 1

- SHARED ENTREE: Mixed Charcuteries, Pork & Pistachio Terrine, Hot Smoked Salmon, Cornichons, Pickled Vegetables, Popcorn Mussels, Fig Chutney, Breads & Crackers:-

Choose 3

- Slow Roasted Pork Belly Porchetta, Fennel Stuffing, Black Pepper & Chilli:-
- Roasted Side of Salmon on Creamed Saffron Leeks:-
- Honey & Mustard Glazed Champagne Ham, Spiced Pineapple Relish:-
- Horopito Slow Roasted Lamb Shoulder w Kawakawa Jus:-
- Spinach & Ricotta Cannelloni, Tomato & Basil, Mozzarella:-

Choose 3

- Hāngi-style Roast Root Vegetables; Kumara, Carrot, Beets, Potato w Manuka Butter:-
- Cauliflower & Broccoli Gratin:-
- Steamed Asparagus w Toasted Almonds, Crispy Shallots, Hollandaise:-
- Heirloom Tomato, Watermelon, Basil & Goat Cheese w Lime Dressing:-
- Pear, Rocket & Parmesan Salad w Candied Walnuts & Balsamic Dressing:-

Choose 2

- Dessert Platter: Mini Pavlovas w Kiwi, Lemon Curd & Chantilly Cream (V, NGA, NF), Chocolate Dipped Strawberries (V, NGA, NF), Christmas Mince Pies w Brandy Butter (V):-
- Kapiti Cheese Selection, Dried Fruit, Chutney, Breads and Crackers:-

SANTAS BUFFET

$79.00

per person

Buffet Menu -
Bread, 2 Mains, 3 Sides, 1 Plated Dessert

Breads

Includes:

- Basket of Artisan Breads, Butter

Choose 2

- Slow Roasted Pork Belly Porchetta, Fennel Stuffing, Black Pepper & Chilli:-
- Honey & Mustard Glazed Champagne Ham, Spiced Pineapple Relish:-
- Oka I’a, Samoan Raw Fish w Lime, Coconut, & Tomato:-
- Roasted Beef Sirloin, Horseradish, & Jus:-
- Hawaiian Grilled Turkey Thighs w Roast Pineapple:-

Choose 3

- Hāngi-style Roast Root Vegetables; Kumara, Carrot, Beets, Potato w Manuka Butter:-
- Cauliflower & Broccoli Gratin:-
- Steamed Asparagus w Toasted Almonds, Crispy Shallots, Hollandaise:-
- Heirloom Tomato, Watermelon, Basil & Goat Cheese w Lime Dressing:-
- Pear, Rocket & Parmesan Salad w Candied Walnuts & Balsamic Dressing:-

Choose 1

- Deconstructed Pavlova, Crisp Meringue, Lemon Curd, Chantilly Cream, Kiwi Fruit:-
- Black Forest Gateau, Kirsch Milk Chocolate Mousse, Cherries, Chantilly Cream:-
- White Chocolate Cheesecake w Berry Compote:-
- Christmas Bread & Butter Pudding, w Brandy Custard:-

CHRISTMAS CANAPES

Please select -
3 for $15,
4 for $20,
5 for $25

Choose 5

- Oka I’a Samoan Raw Fish w Lime, Coconut & Tomato:-
- Antipasto Gilda (Skewer) w Coppa, Bell Pepper, Basil, Bocconcini:-
- Pork Belly Gilda Glazed w Chilli Marmalade:-
- Kikorangi & Blueberry Blini:-
- Pea & Mint Tartlets:-

JINGLE BUFFET

$89.00

per person

Buffet Menu -
Bread, 3 Mains, 4 Sides, 1 Plated Dessert

Breads

Includes:

- Basket of Artisan Breads, Butter

Choose 2

- Slow Roasted Pork Belly Porchetta, Fennel Stuffing, Black Pepper & Chilli:-
- Honey & Mustard Glazed Champagne Ham, Spiced Pineapple Relish:-
- Oka I’a, Samoan Raw Fish w Lime, Coconut, & Tomato:-
- Roasted Beef Sirloin, Horseradish, & Jus:-
- Hawaiian Grilled Turkey Thighs w Roast Pineapple:-

Choose 4

- Hāngi-style Roast Root Vegetables; Kumara, Carrot, Beets, Potato w Manuka Butter:-
- Cauliflower & Broccoli Gratin:-
- Steamed Asparagus w Toasted Almonds, Crispy Shallots, Hollandaise:-
- Heirloom Tomato, Watermelon, Basil & Goat Cheese w Lime Dressing:-
- Pear, Rocket & Parmesan Salad w Candied Walnuts & Balsamic Dressing:-

Choose 1

- Deconstructed Pavlova, Crisp Meringue, Lemon Curd, Chantilly Cream, Kiwi Fruit:-
- Black Forest Gateau, Kirsch Milk Chocolate Mousse, Cherries, Chantilly Cream:-
- White Chocolate Cheesecake w Berry Compote:-
- Christmas Bread & Butter Pudding, w Brandy Custard:-

LUNCH CHRISTMAS PLATED

$75.00

per person

Alternate Plated Lunch
Bread, 2 Mains, 1 Plated Dessert

Choose 1

- Artisan bread roll (vg) w butter (pre-set)

Choose 2

- Pomegranate & Rosemary Glazed Chicken Thigh:-
- Slow Roasted Pork Belly Porchetta, Fennel Stuffing, Crackling, Black Pepper & Chilli:-
- Seared Salmon Steak w Saffron Creamed Leeks:-
- Honey & Mustard Glazed Champagne Ham w Spiced Pineapple Relish:-
- Medium Grilled Sirloin Steak, Bearnaise Sauce, Roast Cherry Tomatoes:-

Sharing Plates - Sides

Includes:

- Hāngi-style Roast Root Vegetables; Kumara, Carrot, Beets, Potato w Manuka Butter:-

First Selection of Platters

Includes:

- Deconstructed Pavlova, Crisp Meringue, Lemon Curd, Chantilly Cream, Kiwi Fruit:-

FESTIVE LUNCH BUFFET

$60.00

per person

Buffet Lunch -
2 Mains, 2 Sides, 1 Dessert

Breads

Includes:

- Basket of Artisan Breads, Butter

Choose 2

- Slow Roasted Pork Belly Porchetta, Fennel Stuffing, Black Pepper & Chilli:-
- Honey & Mustard Glazed Champagne Ham, Spiced Pineapple Relish:-
- Roasted Beef Sirloin, Horseradish, & Jus:-

Choose 3

- Hāngi-style Roast Root Vegetables; Kumara, Carrot, Beets, Potato w Manuka Butter:-
- Cauliflower & Broccoli Gratin:-
- Heirloom Tomato, Watermelon, Basil & Goat Cheese w Lime Dressing:-
- Pear, Rocket & Parmesan Salad w Candied Walnuts & Balsamic Dressing:-

Choose 1

- Black Forest Gateau, Kirsch Milk Chocolate Mousse, Cherries, Chantilly Cream:-
- White Chocolate Cheesecake w Berry Compote:-
- Christmas Bread & Butter Pudding, w Brandy Custard:-

As at 11 August 2026 · subject to change