Celebrate Christmas withwith usus thisthis yearyear Contents 3. Christmas 2017 at Buchan Braes Hotel 4. Why Not Stay Over? 6. Party Nights 7. Festive Fayre Dinner 8. Grill Room Festive Lunches 9. Family Festive Carvery 10. Christmas Eve Dinner 11. Christmas Day Lunch 12. Boxing Day Dining 13. Hogmanay Residential Package 14. Hogmanay Dinner & Dance 15. New Year’s Day Lunch

To make a reservation, contact our events team on 01779 871471 or [email protected]

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Christmas 2017 at Buchan Braes Hotel

This Christmas, whether you are celebrating the season with family and friends, staying with us over Christmas, dining in the Grill Room, coming for your o ce party to the all-important day Christmas Day celebrations, all you need to do is enjoy - we will take care of everything and provide the fun, food and festive spirit!

Our Christmas Co-ordinator Leanne will attend to all the necessary details that go into a memorable celebration while you, your friends and family catch up and relax.

Contact [email protected] to discuss your requirements.

Private Dining Celebrate Christmas with family, friends and colleagues in your own private dining room. Parties between 10 and 70 can enjoy a fabulous evening in the suite.

Pre- Order Wine Your Table Why not pre-order your wine so it can be ready for you as soon as you arrive to your table.

Gift Vouchers Gift vouchers are available from Reception. Buchan Braes Hotel vouchers cannot be used at the Palace Hotel. Why Not Stay Over?

Attending one of our festive events?

Why not stay the night in one of our luxurious bedrooms?

You will be able to relax and enjoy the evening free from any worries about a long wait for a taxi in the early hours - instead just a short walk to a warm and welcoming room.

We have 47 delightfully appointed rooms, including 3 suites. All our rooms come with free Wi . Some rooms have disabled access and facilities so do please let us know your requirements when you make your reservation.

We are oering discounted rates for guests attending any of our festive events in the hotel. Rates start from as little as £70.00 per night, per couple with full Scottish .

Check in is from 2.00pm and check out is 12.00 noon.

Call us on 01779 871471 to book your room.

Party Nights Join us at one of our Party Nights and have the time of your life. Arrive from 7.00pm and enjoy our delicious 3-course meal served by our friendly team. Dance away to the live band until 1.00am.

Menu Red Lentil and Vegetable Broth Ugie Smoked Salmon with Prawns Marie Rose

Roast Buchan Turkey Breast with Chipolata , Oatmeal Stu ng, Pan Gravy and Cranberry Sauce with Seasonal Vegetables and Potatoes Braised Rump of Highland in Peppercorn Cream Sauce with Seasonal Vegetables and Potatoes Butternut Squash and Mushroom Wellington with Tomato Fondue Sauce

Buchan Braes Dessert Trio Salted Caramel Cheesecake Gateau, Raspberry Ripple Shortcake, Chocolate Proteroles

Party Night Dates Fri 8th, Sat 9th, Fri 15th, Sat 16th, Fri 22nd and Sat 23rd December Party Night Band is Crystal Clear for all nights except 23rd where Pepperpot will play. Adults: £39.50

Festive Fayre Dinner

Whether you are celebrating with a group of friends or work colleagues we can oer you a warm and welcoming atmosphere to enjoy a delicious festive themed dinner in the surroundings of the Grill Room.

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STARTER MAIN COURSE DESSERT Braes Soup of the Day Roast Buchan Turkey Breast Traditional Christmas Pudding with Chipolata Sausage, Oatmeal Stu ng, with Vanilla Ice Cream Pulled Beef Pan Gravy and Cranberry Sauce and Brandy Sauce with Puy Lentil Salad and Seasonal Vegetables and Potatoes Prosecco Jellied Fruits Buchan Braes Dessert Trio of Braised Rump of Highland Beef with Ginger Sorbet Salted Caramel Cheesecake Gateau, in a Peppercorn Cream Sauce Raspberry Ripple Shortcake Ugie Smoked Salmon with Seasonal Vegetables and Potatoes and Chocolate Proteroles with Prawns Marie Rose Butternut Squash and Mushroom Wellington with Tomato Fondue Sauce

Collops of Monksh in Sauce with Seasonal Vegetables and Potatoes

2 courses: £25.00 3 courses: £31.50 Grill Room Christmas Lunches

Served throughout December in the Grill Room from 12.00pm to 2.00pm.

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Braes Soup of the Day Chicken Liver Parfait with Spiced Pear Chutney and Christmas Spiced Pineapple, Grape and Melon Cocktail with Ginger Sorbet

Roast Buchan Turkey Breast with Chipolata Sausage, Oatmeal Stu ng, Pan Gravy and Cranberry Sauce Aberdeenshire Beefsteak and Onion Pie Baked Seafood Lasagne in Mull Cheddar Sauce Chestnut, Mushroom and Spring Onion Risotto

Traditional Christmas Pudding with Vanilla Ice Cream and Brandy Sauce Honeycomb Ice Pavlova Meringue

2 Courses: £17.00 3 Courses: £21.50

Family Christmas Carvery Lunch

Join us for our Family Christmas Carvery on Sunday 17th December. Served from 12.30 to 3.00pm. MENU

Red Lentil and Vegetable Broth Melon and Prawn Marie Rose

Rib of Scottish Beef Roast Crown of Turkey Honey Baked Gammon Butternut Squash Wellington

Roast and Baby Boiled Potatoes Brussel Sprouts with Chestnuts Glazed Carrot and Turnip Oatmeal Stu ng Pan Gravy Yorkshire Pudding Salad Table

Braes Dessert Table Selection of our homemade desserts

Adults: £27.00, Under 12: £14.00, Under 5: Free Christmas Eve Dinner

Now it’s time to start enjoying your Christmas break. Treat your nearest and dearest to a mouth-watering 4-course Dinner in the Grill Room. Served from 6.00pm to 9.00pm. Please note no other menus are available this evening.

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STARTER MAIN COURSE DESSERT Seared Langoustine Tails Fillet of Sole with Scallops Traditional Christmas Pudding in Garlic Butter in Shell sh Bisque, Creamy Mash with Vanilla Ice Cream and Wilted Greens and Brandy Sauce Smoked Breast of Duck Salad with Honey Yoghurt Dressing Glazed Breast of Goose Buchan Braes Dessert Trio of in , Shallot Red Wine Sauce Salted Caramel Cheesecake Gateau, Prosecco Jellied Fruits with New Potatoes and Vegetables Raspberry Ripple Shortcake, with Ginger Sorbet and Chocolate Pro teroles Grilled Lamb Cutlets Ugie Hot Smoked Salmon with Minted Pea Puree, Honeycomb Ice with Prawns Lime Mayonnaise Fondant and Vegetables Pavlova Meringue

Breast of Chicken Selection of with , Drambuie Cream Sauce, Scottish Cheeses with INTERMEDIATE Crushed Potatoes and Panache Vegetables Grapes and Chutney Cream of Wild Mushroom Soup Courgette and Pepper Ratatouille Green Apple Sorbet with Potato Gnocchi Adults: £34.00 8oz Sirloin Steak Under 12: £18.00 with Traditional Garnish Under 5: FREE and Homemade Fries (£5 Supplement) Christmas Day Lunch

Christmas is a time to relax with friends and family, so let the Buchan Braes Hotel take the hassle out of Christmas. Come and enjoy a Christmas Day to remember and indulge in a 5-course lunch made from locally sourced ingredients. Santa will be making a special appearance! Served from 12.30pm to 2.30pm. MENU Selection of Canapés with Christmas Cocktail

Ugie Smoked Salmon with Prawns Marie Rose Forest Mushrooms and Garlic Cream Ragout on Toasted Brioche Prosecco Jellied Fruits with Ginger Sorbet

Traditional

Roast Breast of Turkey with Oatmeal Stu ng, Chipolata, Cranberry Sauce and Pan Gravy Rib of Buchan Beef with Yorkshire Pudding and Pan Gravy Seared Hot Smoked Salmon with Lemon Beurre Blanc Roast Loin of with Apple and Cider Sauce Butternut Squash and Mushroom Wellington with Tomato Fondue Sauce ** Seasonal Selection of Vegetables and Potatoes

Traditional Christmas Pudding with Vanilla Ice Cream and Brandy Sauce Buchan Braes Dessert Trio of Salted Caramel Cheesecake Gateau, Raspberry Ripple Shortcake and Chocolate Proteroles Tia Maria Coee Marquise Adults: £66.00 Scottish Cheese Board with Chutney and Oatcakes Under 12: £35.00 Under 5: FREE Coee and Buchan Braes Petit Fours Boxing Day Menu

Christmas Day has come and gone, Boxing Day is your time to relax and not worry about a thing. Let us take care of everything so that you can spend more quality time with the ones you love. Make Boxing Day a stress free and indulgent day and be spoilt by our team at Buchan Braes Hotel. Served from 1.00pm to 7.00pm. Please note no other menus are available this day.

MENU STARTER MAIN COURSE DESSERT Cream of Vegetable Soup Braised Rump of Highland Beef Sticky To ee Pudding with Golden Croutons in Black Peppercorn Sauce with Butterscotch Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream Chicken Liver Parfait Smoked Haddock with Poached Egg with Spiced Pear Chutney and Mull Cheddar Cheese Sauce Dark Chocolate Proteroles and Oatcakes Cornake Chicken Breast with Salted Caramel Ugie Smoked Salmon Mixed Salad, Sweet Chilli Mayo And Chips Cheesecake Gateau with Prawns Marie Rose Braes Burger 2 x 4oz Prime Steak Burger Tia Maria Co ee Marquise Black Pudding Fritters with Mull Cheddar, Onions, Scottish Cheese Plate with Apple and Walnut Salad Salad and Smoked Barbecue Sauce with Farmhouse Pickle, served in a Sesame Bun & Homemade Chips Prosecco Jellied Fruits Grapes and Oatcakes with Ginger Sorbet Butternut Squash and Forest Mushrooms and Mushroom Wellington with Tomato Fondue Sauce Garlic Cream Ragout Roast Loin of Pork on Toasted Brioche with Apple Sauce and Pan Gravy

Peterhead Seafood Lasagne in Creamy Cheddar Sauce 8oz Sirloin Steak with 2 Courses: £25.00 Traditional Garnish (£6.00 supplement) 3 Courses: £31.50

Hogmanay Residential Package

Join us into the "wee sma hours" with the Buchan Pipe Band to celebrate the turning of the year at the bells surrounded by family and friends. Our residential packages includes Dinner and Dance as part of the deal.

You have 2 options: Begin your Hogmanay celebrations with us on Sunday 31st December. Arrive to cream and tea/co ee in the Lounge and unwind after your journey. We will serve our 5-course Hogmanay Dinner at 7.30pm followed by live entertainment. The Buchan Pipe Band will play during the night and a Piper will bring in the New Year. At 1.00am in the morning, we will serve to help you soak up the alcohol! Enjoy a full Scottish Breakfast in the Grill Room on Monday 1st January 2018 before your departure. Let us know if you have any special dietary requirements.

£140.00 per person - based on double occupancy

Stay an extra night and arrive on Saturday 30th December. Enjoy a delicious 3-course set dinner in the Grill Room at a time of your choice from 6.30pm to 9.00pm. Relax overnight in one of our delightfully appointed rooms where you can enjoy a full Scottish breakfast the following morning in the Grill Room. Join the new arrivals in the Lounge with cream scones and tea/co ee and later on, our Hogmanay Dinner and Dance.

£200.00 per person - based on double occupancy Hogmanay Dinner

Welcome in 2018 with our Hogmany Gala Dinner. Join your fellow guests for a glass of Prosecco and a Canapé reception before you take your seats in the Ballroom for a 5-course celebratory Gala Dinner. Dance the night away to our live band - Crystal Clear into the early hours.

MENU Canapés and Sparkling Prosecco

Platter of Scottish Smoked and Seafood with Relish with Roasted Onion Bread Wild Mushroom and Garlic Ragout on Toasted Brioche

Mull Cheddar Crusted Cod Fillet in Cullen Skink Sauce

Cucumber Sorbet with Hendrick's Syrup

Roasted Fillet of Aberdeenshire Beef with Bacon, Shallot and Port Sauce Breaded Breast of Chicken stu ed with Smoked Applewood Cheese and served with a Tomato Fondue Courgette and Pepper Ratatouille with Potato Gnocchi and Herb Oil

Buchan Braes Dessert Trio of Salted Caramel Cheesecake Gateau, Raspberry Ripple Shortcake and Chocolate Proteroles Selection of Scottish Cheeses with Grapes and Chutney

Co ee and Petit Fours

Adults: £70.00 (Ballroom) or £45.00 (Grill Room only) New Year’s Day Lunch Celebrate the start of 2018 with your nearest and dearest at our New Year’s Day Lunch. Served in the Ballroom from 12.30pm to 3.00pm.

MENU Free Range Egg and Prawn Marie Rose Salad Pineapple and Melon Platter with Strawberry Champagne Sorbet Chicken Liver Parfait with Spiced Pear Chutney Cream of Vegetable Soup with Golden Croutons

Fillet of Haddock in Cullen Skink Sauce Roast Rib of Buchan Beef with Yorkshire Pudding and Pan Gravy Roast Loin of Pork with Apple Sauce Bacon Wrapped Breast of Chicken with Oatmeal Stu ng Beef Steak and Onion Pie Courgette and Pepper Ratatouille with Potato Gnocchi and Herb Oil

Sticky Toee Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream Creamed Rice Pudding with Braes Strawberry Jam Scottish Cheese Plate with Oatcakes Dark Chocolate Proteroles Salted Caramel Cheesecake Gateau

Adults: £32.00, Under 12: £17.00, Under 5: Free The Management & Staff at Buchan Braes Hotel would like to wish Everyone a

Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year

Buchan Braes Hotel, Boddam, Peterhead, AB42 3AR Tel: 01779 871471 Email: [email protected] www.buchanbraes.co.uk www.facebook.com/buchanbraeshotel