Christmas Dinner on 30A

Christmas at the beach house, without the dishes. Choose prime rib or a beef Wellington carved at the table, Gulf grouper with citrus caper butter, and a bûche de Noël finished with meringue mushrooms.

$55, $95 or $120 a guest for service$45 to $65 a guest for food, by courses3, 4 or 5 coursesChoose 1 appetizer (2 for five courses), 1 salad (four or five courses), up to 2 mains, up to 3 sides, 1 dessert

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Plated appetizer set on gold chargers at a candlelit private chef dinner in a 30A rental — A candlelit table, set for dinner.

The Christmas menu

One welcome cocktail is included, and each extra one is $5 a guest. Premium mains, and a second main, each add $10 a guest.

To start

Welcome cocktail

Cranberry Champagne PunchCranberry juice, champagne, fresh orange and rosemary, with sugared cranberries
Spiced EggnogHouse-made eggnog with fresh nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla, with or without bourbon
Mulled WineRed wine simmered with cinnamon, cloves, star anise, orange zest and honey, served warm
Pomegranate Rosemary SpritzPomegranate juice, sparkling water, rosemary syrup and lime, with pomegranate seeds. Non-alcoholic (GF)
Holiday Bourbon SourBourbon, fresh lemon, honey-cinnamon syrup and egg white, with a dehydrated orange slice and star anise ✳️
Gourmet Hot Cocoa BarDark chocolate hot cocoa with whipped cream, marshmallows, crushed candy cane, cinnamon, caramel and chocolate shavings

Appetizers

Whipped Feta & Hummus BoardWhipped feta with honey, and hummus with basil gremolata, roasted red pepper, pickled red onions and red pepper flakes, with warm pita (V)
Baked Brie with Cranberry & Candied PecansWhole brie baked in puff pastry with cranberry compote, candied pecans, thyme and honey, with crackers and sliced baguette (V)
Honey Coriander Chicken SkewersChicken marinated in honey, coriander, cumin, cardamom and ginger, grilled and served with a yogurt mint dipping sauce (GF)
Butternut Squash Soup ShotsRoasted butternut squash soup in warm shot glasses, with crème fraîche, toasted pepitas and sage brown butter (GF)
Pomegranate & Ricotta BruschettaToasted sourdough with whipped herbed ricotta, pomegranate seeds, candied walnuts, mint and balsamic glaze (V)
Sausage-Stuffed MushroomsBaby portobellos filled with Italian sausage, cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic and herbs, baked golden (GF)
Gulf Shrimp CocktailChilled jumbo Gulf shrimp with house-made spicy horseradish cocktail sauce and lemon (GF) (contains shellfish)
Smoked Salmon CrostiniCrispy crostini with whipped dill cream cheese, smoked salmon, pickled cucumber, capers and everything seasoning ✳️
Fig, Prosciutto & Gorgonzola CrostiniToasted crostini with Gorgonzola, fig jam, prosciutto, toasted walnuts and honey
Spiced Lamb MeatballsLamb meatballs with cinnamon, coriander, cumin and mint, a warm pomegranate molasses glaze and tzatziki for dipping (GF)
Christmas CapreseBurrata, heirloom tomatoes and basil in red and green, with aged balsamic, olive oil and Maldon sea salt (GF) (V)
Cardamom Roasted Carrot DipRoasted carrots blended with tahini, cardamom, honey and lemon, with crudités, warm pita and dukkah (V)
Pigs in a BlanketCocktail sausages in flaky puff pastry brushed with Dijon, with whole grain mustard and cranberry dipping sauce
Fresh Oysters on IceFresh Gulf oysters on ice with mignonette, lemon, cocktail sauce and Tabasco (GF) (contains shellfish) ✳️

Salads

Pomegranate Winter SaladArugula and baby spinach, pomegranate seeds, mandarin oranges, candied pecans, shaved fennel and goat cheese with honey citrus vinaigrette (GF) (V)
Roasted Beet & Citrus SaladRed and golden beets, blood orange, candied walnuts, whipped goat cheese and mint with cardamom-orange vinaigrette (GF) (V)
Kale & Cranberry Holiday SaladMassaged kale, dried cranberries, shaved Brussels sprouts, toasted almonds and Parmesan with a warm honey Dijon dressing (GF) (V)
Strawberry Avocado SaladStrawberries, avocado, roasted corn, candied pecans and red onion on spring mix with white balsamic dressing (GF) (V)
Little Gem CaesarLittle Gem hearts, house-made Caesar dressing, Parmesan crisps, anchovy and sourdough croutons

The table

Mains

Honey Cardamom & Coriander ChickenMarinated overnight in raw honey, cardamom, coriander, cumin, ginger, garlic and cinnamon, roasted and basted to a deep glaze, then carved at the table (GF)
Blackened Stuffed ChickenBlackened chicken breast stuffed with Medjool dates, toasted walnuts, rosemary, thyme and garlic, with a Gorgonzola cream sauce (GF)
Herb-Crusted Prime RibA garlic, horseradish, Dijon, rosemary, thyme and cracked pepper crust, slow-roasted and carved at the table with au jus and creamy horseradish (GF) · premium
Beef Tenderloin WellingtonSeared beef tenderloin, mushroom duxelles and prosciutto in puff pastry, with red wine bordelaise and bone marrow butter · premium
Brown Sugar & Honey Glazed HamBrown sugar, honey, Dijon, apple cider, cloves and cinnamon, lacquered in layers and sliced at the table with pineapple chutney and whole grain mustard (GF)
Cinnamon & Herb Rack of LambFrenched rack in a pistachio, cinnamon, coriander, rosemary and Dijon crust, roasted to a blush pink, with pomegranate and red wine reduction and fresh mint (GF) · premium ✳️
Pan-Seared Salmon with Cranberry Beurre BlancSalmon seared skin-side down until crisp and finished in the oven, with a cranberry beurre blanc of shallots, white wine and orange zest (GF)
Wild Mushroom & Lentil WellingtonWild mushrooms, green lentils, caramelized onions, walnuts, cinnamon and herbs in puff pastry, with a red wine and mushroom gravy (V)
Gulf Grouper with Citrus Caper ButterFresh Gulf grouper, pan-seared, with lemon caper brown butter, parsley and orange zest (GF) · premium

Sides

Honey Roasted Carrots with CorianderRainbow carrots roasted with honey, coriander, cumin and thyme, finished with crème fraîche, pistachios and mint (GF)
Truffle Mashed PotatoesYukon Golds whipped with truffle oil, crème fraîche and chives (GF)
Crispy Brussels SproutsCaramelized, with crispy pancetta, pomegranate seeds, balsamic glaze and toasted pecans (GF)
Roasted Root VegetablesSeasonal root vegetables, roasted
Creamed Spinach & ArtichokeSpinach and artichoke hearts in a cream sauce with Parmesan, garlic and nutmeg (GF)
Herbed CouscousIsraeli couscous with dried apricots, toasted almonds, mint and lemon herb vinaigrette
Green Bean AlmondineHaricots verts in brown butter with toasted almonds, garlic and lemon (GF)
Roasted Asparagus with Lemon GremolataRoasted asparagus finished with lemon zest, parsley and garlic gremolata and shaved Parmesan (GF)
Smoked Gouda Mac & CheeseCavatappi in smoked Gouda, cheddar and Gruyère, baked under a panko crust
Wild Mushroom RisottoArborio rice slow-cooked with wild mushrooms, white wine, Parmesan and thyme (GF)
Housemade Cranberry SauceFresh cranberries, orange juice and zest, cinnamon, star anise and honey, chunky or smooth (GF)
Housemade Dinner RollsPull-apart rolls brushed with honey butter and flaky sea salt, made from scratch

Desserts

Bûche de NoëlChocolate sponge rolled with espresso mascarpone cream, covered in dark chocolate ganache and finished with meringue mushrooms and rosemary
Cinnamon & Cardamom Spice CakeSpiced layer cake with orange zest, vanilla bean cream cheese frosting, candied orange and toasted almonds
Cranberry & White Chocolate Bread PuddingBrioche bread pudding with dried cranberries and white chocolate, served warm with bourbon vanilla cream sauce and cranberry compote
Peppermint Chocolate CheesecakeNew York cheesecake on a chocolate Oreo crust, swirled with peppermint cream and topped with crushed candy canes, ganache and whipped cream
TiramisuEspresso-soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone cream and dusted with cocoa
Honey & Cardamom Panna CottaVanilla panna cotta with raw honey and cardamom, a pomegranate and rose water coulis and crushed pistachios (GF)
Baklava & Pistachio Ice CreamHouse-made baklava of phyllo, pistachios, walnuts and honey syrup, with pistachio ice cream

(GF) gluten-free · (V) vegetarian · ✳️ served raw or cooked to order. Every dish can be adjusted for allergies and diets; tell us about them when you book. You provide the alcohol for the welcome cocktail, and we bring the recipes, mixers and service.

✳️ Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

No shellfish? Swap in…

The Gulf Shrimp Cocktail and the Fresh Oysters on Ice are the dishes on the Christmas list that contain shellfish. Start with the smoked salmon crostini or the spiced lamb meatballs instead, and we'll leave the seafood tower and chilled seafood platter off the table. Your chef confirms every dish when you book.

Make it a celebration

Add a seafood tower for six, $425: oysters raw or baked, crab fingers, lobster tails and shrimp cocktail. Grazing boards for about ten start at $150, from champagne and brie to caviar and blini.

Christmas questions

Can we have it on Christmas Eve?

Yes. The Christmas menu is offered for dinners in November and December, so Christmas Eve, Christmas Day or a dinner earlier in the week all work.

Prime rib or beef Wellington?

Both are carved at the table. The prime rib has a garlic, horseradish and herb crust with au jus; the Wellington wraps tenderloin, mushroom duxelles and prosciutto in puff pastry. Each is a premium main and adds $10 a guest, and you can choose both.

Is there something for the children?

The hot cocoa bar and the Pomegranate Rosemary Spritz are made for every age. Children aged 3 to 12 are $35 each, under-3s eat free, and they can choose from our Little Chefs' Menu.

Let's plan your table

Build your event and see your quote in about four minutes. Nothing is charged until you've seen it, and a person reads every request within 24 hours.

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