The Festive Season Edinburgh as only Waldorf Astoria could dream it

A war m w e lco m e awaits yo u at T h e Ca l e do nia n, A Wa l do r f Asto r ia H ot e l The Caledonian, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, known locally as the “Caley”, is one of Edinburgh’s most significant landmarks. Standing proudly at the west end of Princes Street, the artery of the capital, its reputation for style and excellence has attracted generations of locals, international visitors and notable personalities for over one hundred years. Following extensive refurbishment in all areas of the hotel, this reputation is continued and enhanced as The Caledonian has re-opened its doors as a member of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, who set the standard in luxury hotels and resorts worldwide. What better time to sample and enjoy the very best in food, drink and accommodation than the coming festive season? We invite you to be one of the first to entertain your colleagues, friends and family in style, or to indulge yourselves in a short break or extended stay – we guarantee you a Christmas and New Year celebration that you will never forget. As it is our first festive season as The Caledonian, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, demand is bound to be high, so early bookings are recommended to avoid disappointment.

a warm welcome awaits

f e stiv e part ie s Celebrate in style with a private festive party in the Castle Suite or Boardroom, both of which offer a unique atmosphere for any seasonal event, with exceptional cuisine and the finest selection of wines.

f e stiv e part ie s in t he cast l e s u it e Festive Party Menu Chicken liver & foie gras terrine, quince chutney, toasted brioche Roast ‘black feathered’ turkey breast & leg, chipolatas wrapped in bacon, chestnut stuffing, with traditional accompaniments Chocolate coated caramel & passion fruit ganache, hazelnut ice cream Freshly brewed coffee with chocolates Optional Soup Course Extra £5.50 per person Celeriac & truffle oil soup

re se rvatio n info r m at io n Package Price £52 per person Includes ½ bottle of wine, disco & festive table decorations For more information or to make a reservation please call 0131 222 8711 or email: [email protected] Vegetarian alternatives and special dietary requests will be accommodated with advance notice. Please see inside back cover for full terms & conditions. All prices are inclusive of VAT at the current rate.

festive parties acco mmo dati o n of f e r Why not stay the night? Queen Classic Rooms £130 Single / £150 Double per night Rates inclusive of vat and buffet breakfast in the Brasserie Upgrades to Deluxe rooms available from £30 per night

All balances must be paid in full by Friday 2nd November 2012 or at the time of confirmation if the reservation is made after this date. All prices are inclusive of VAT at the current rate.

f e stive lun ch e s & dinne r s

galv in Br asse ri e de luxe The chic but informal Galvin Brasserie de Luxe brings Parisian style to the heart of Edinburgh and the design theme pays homage to the grand urban French bistros of Paris and Lyon, with its highly polished surfaces, ceramic tiles, archetypal lighting, and reflecting mirrors. The festive menu will feature a blend of classic French brasserie favourites and local seasonal specialities, to include prixe fixe, plats du jour, Scottish crustacea and à la carte menus. Lunch Served Monday to Friday 12 noon to 2.30pm Saturday & Sunday 12.30pm to 3pm Dinner Served Monday to Saturday 6pm to 10pm Sunday 6pm to 9.30pm

re se rvation in for m at io n For more information or to make a reservation please call 0131 222 8988 or email: [email protected] Vegetarian alternatives and special dietary requests will be accommodated with advance notice. Please see inside back cover for full terms & conditions. A discretionary service charge of 10% will be added to your bill. All prices are inclusive of VAT at the current rate.

With their renowned dedication to perpetuating the very best in traditional French haute cuisine, the à La Carte and Gourmand Menus at The Pompadour by Galvin feature classical French-inspired dishes, prepared with an accent on locally-sourced seasonal Scottish ingredients. A specially selected collection of French regional wines has been created by the highly experienced sommelier to complement each of the menu selections. Dinner Served Tuesday to Saturday, 6.30pm to 10pm Also open for dinner on Monday 24th December Sunday 30th December Monday 31st December Christmas Day Lunch will be served from 12.30pm to 3pm Closed for dinner r e s e rvati on i nfor m ation For more information or to make a reservation please call 0131 222 8975 or email: [email protected] Vegetarian alternatives and special dietary requests will be accommodated with advance notice. Please see inside back cover for full terms & conditions. A discretionary service charge of 10% will be added to your bill. All prices are inclusive of VAT at the current rate.

festive lunches & dinners

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T RADIT IONAL ch ristmas day Blending the finest local ingredients with classic French preparation and presentation, traditional fare meets classical elegance in our Christmas Day Luncheon Menus. Choose from the sumptuous menu below and extensive wine list; Santa Claus will also make a surprise appearance with a gift for all of the children!

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Starters Roulade of smoked salmon, petite salad of herbs & toasted brioche Pressed terrine of chicken, ham hock & foie gras, sauce gribiche Half dozen rock oysters, rye bread Ravioli of roast pumpkin & ricotta

Package Price £90 per person Half portions are available for children aged 9 years old and younger, £45 per child Reservations available from 12.30pm – 3.30pm

Entrées Roast St Brides turkey, traditional garnish & roast jus Daube of Aberdeen Angus beef ‘bourguignon’, pommes mousseline Seared pavé of sea bass, roast salsify & baby spinach Pithivier of winter vegetables, wild mushrooms & truffle Cheese course Colston Basset Stilton soaked in port, walnut & raisin loaf Desserts Pink Champagne trifle Chocolate tart, pistachio ice cream Christmas pudding, Armagnac butter Quince tarte tatin, vanilla ice cream Coffee & petit fours

For more information or to make a reservation please call 0131 222 8988 or email: [email protected] Vegetarian alternatives and special dietary requests will be accommodated with advance notice. Please see inside back cover for full terms & conditions. A discretionary service charge of 10% will be added to your bill. All prices are inclusive of VAT at the current rate and kindly note that menu items are subject to change.

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Starters Assiette of Scottish salmon gourmand, osciètre caviar Risotto of winter truffle & Jerusalem artichokes Terrine of foie gras & ham hock, spiced medlar chutney

Package Price £160 per person, including a glass of Champagne and canapés on arrival Reservations available from 12:30pm to 3pm

Entrées Roast St Brides turkey, traditional garnish, roast jus Seared pavé of halibut, braised endive, citrus beurre blanc Roast saddle of venison, chestnut & apple purée, braised red cabbage Cheese course Colston Bassett Stilton soaked in port, raisin & walnut loaf Desserts Christmas pudding, Cognac butter Valrhona chocolate fondant, clementine sorbet Banana soufflé, rum & raisin ice-cream Coffee & petit fours

For more information or to make a reservation please call 0131 222 8975 or email: [email protected] Vegetarian alternatives and special dietary requests will be accommodated with advance notice. Please see inside back cover for full terms & conditions. A discretionary service charge of 10% will be added to your bill. All prices are inclusive of VAT at the current rate and kindly note that menu items are subject to change.

Traditional Christmas Day

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Th e Cale d on ian h og man ay ba l l Experience a truly Scottish event in the timeless elegance of our listed Castle Suite. Join our famous toastmaster as he leads you through the evening with Scottish piping, an address to the haggis and dancing, all within view of Edinburgh Castle and the midnight fireworks!

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Velouté of cauliflower soup with scallop

Package Price £185 per person

Foie gras & game terrine with quince & Sauternes chutney, toasted brioche

Package includes

Haggis, neeps & tatties, served with a whisky cream

Champagne & canapés on arrival

28 day hung fillet of ‘Burnside Farm’ beef with a fricassée of wild mushrooms & oxtail croquettes

Dinner menu as shown (left)

Dark chocolate & chilli delice, tonka bean & ivory pannacotta with milk chocolate, orange & cardamom ice cream

Nip of whisky for the toast to the haggis

Freshly brewed coffee with Scottish tablet

Mineral water with dinner A glass of Champagne at midnight Live Band & DJ until 2am Stovies at 1am Dancing and cash bar until 2am Dress code: Black tie or Highland dress For more information or to make a reservation please call 0131 222 8709 or email: [email protected] Wines with dinner are in addition to ticket price. Vegetarian alternatives and special dietary requests will be accommodated with advance notice. A non refundable deposit is payable at the time of booking, please see inside back cover for full terms & conditions. All prices are inclusive of VAT at the current rate.

hogmanay ball ho g ma nay ba l l accommodation of f e r A choice of two packages are available as follows: One night package £420 Single / £600 Double Includes Hogmanay Ball ticket Overnight accommodation in a Queen Classic Room Buffet Breakfast in the Brasserie Two Night Package £620 Single / £800 Double Includes Hogmanay Ball ticket Overnight accommodation in a Queen Classic Room on either 30th & 31st December or 31st & 1st January Buffet Breakfast in the Brasserie

r e s e rvati on i nfor m ation For more information or to make a reservation please call 0131 222 8709 or email: [email protected] A non refundable deposit is payable at the time of booking, please see inside back cover for full terms & conditions. All prices are inclusive of VAT at the current rate.

hogman ay d in n e r, galv in Br asse r ie de luxe The chic but informal Galvin Brasserie de Luxe brings Parisian style to the heart of Edinburgh and the design theme pays homage to the grand urban French bistros of Paris and Lyon, with its highly polished surfaces, ceramic tiles, archetypal lighting, and reflecting mirrors. The festive menu features a blend of classic French brasserie favourites and local seasonal specials.

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Starters

Cheese course

Tartare of Loch Duart salmon, crème fraîche & dill

Baked Vacherin Mont d’or

£95 per person A glass of Champagne on arrival Reservations available from 6pm – 10pm

Foie gras & chicken liver parfait, toasted Poilâne

Desserts

Velouté of Jerusalem artichokes, truffle sabayon

Chilled Valrhona chocolate fondant, clementine sorbet

Salad of Endive, pear & Roquefort

Lemon tart

Entrées Grilled entrecôte, pommes Anna, watercress & sauce béarnaise Coq au vin, savoy cabbage & pommes mousseline Poached Loch Fyne haddock, crushed potato, poached egg & grain mustard Risotto of pumpkin, sage & parmesan

Apple tarte tatin, crème Normande

Crème caramel, raisin sec Coffee with chocolates

For more information or to make a reservation please call 0131 222 8988 or email: [email protected] Vegetarian alternatives and special dietary requests will be accommodated with advance notice. Please see inside back cover for full terms & conditions. A discretionary service charge of 10% will be added to your bill. All prices are inclusive of VAT at the current rate and kindly note that menu items are subject to change.

With their renowned dedication to perpetuating the very best in traditional French haute cuisine, the Hogmanay Dinner Menu features classical French-inspired dishes, prepared with an accent on locally sourced seasonal ingredients. A specially selected collection of French regional wines has been created by the highly experienced sommelier to complement each of the menu selections.

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Velouté of potimarron & chestnut

£190 per person Champagne reception from 7pm Dinner served at 8pm

Seared west coast scallop, salad of watercress & preserved lemon Terrine of foie gras & prune d’agent, Armagnac jelly Champagne poached Dover sole ‘veronique’ Slow cooked Aberdeen Angus sirloin, glazed cheek, & creamed spinach Iced clementine parfait, warm Valrhona chocolate sauce Brie de Meaux with Perigord truffle Coffee & petit fours

For more information or to make a reservation please call 0131 222 8975 or email: [email protected] Vegetarian alternatives and special dietary requests will be accommodated with advance notice. Please see inside back cover for full terms & conditions. A discretionary service charge of 10% will be added to your bill. All prices are inclusive of VAT at the current rate and kindly note that menu items are subject to change.

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festi ve a ftern oon te a Located at the heart of the hotel, and inspired by the grand social promenade that connected the original Waldorf and Astoria hotels in New York, Peacock Alley is a place for guests and locals “to see and be seen”. The epitome of elegance and sophistication, Peacock Alley is the hub of the hotel’s social scene for afternoon tea; here is to be found the essence of the unique and unforgettable Waldorf Astoria experience.

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Your choice of loose leaf tea or speciality coffee, served with:

£22 per person Served daily in Peacock Alley, from 1pm to 5pm

Finger sandwiches Egg mayonnaise with mustard cress Peeled cucumber with cream cheese Smoked ham & English mustard Scottish smoked salmon Fresh scones Freshly baked fruit & plain scones Clotted cream & strawberry jam Fancies Chocolate éclair, strawberry tart Mince pies & brandy butter Stollen loaf, gateaux opera

For more information or to make a reservation please call 0131 222 8988 or email: [email protected] Vegetarian alternatives and special dietary requests will be accommodated with advance notice. Please see inside back cover for full terms & conditions. A discretionary service charge of 10% will be added to your bill. All prices are inclusive of VAT at the current rate.

1 All provisional festive bookings must be confirmed within seven days of booking with a valid credit card and a deposit of £15 per person or 10% of the total, whichever is the greatest (£50 per person for Christmas Day Lunch, Hogmanay Dinner, Hogmanay Ball and Hogmanay Packages) is payable with confirmation. 2 Any bookings not confirmed after 7 days will be released without further notification. 3 All balances must be paid in full by Friday 2nd November 2012 or at the time of confirmation if the reservation is made after this date. 4 Party night accommodation is the responsibility of the individual guest and must be settled prior to departure unless otherwise agreed in writing with the hotel in advance. 5 All prices shown are inclusive of vat, but may be subject to changes of rate and any other relevant taxes/levies at the current prevailing rate in force on the date of the event. 6 All payments received, including deposits, are nonrefundable and non-transferable. 7 Should your party size decrease in numbers, payments (including deposits) cannot be offset against food, beverage or accommodation.

8 If the final amount is not settled in advance (see terms in clause above) the hotel reserves the right to cancel the booking. 9 In the unlikely event that the hotel is obliged to cancel the function for any reason, all monies will be refunded or an alternative date or location will be offered, without liability to the hotel or Hilton Worldwide. 10 No additional food or beverage of any kind is permitted into the hotel by party organisers or guests. The hotel reserves the right to alter function details which shall be dependent on numbers. 11 Should a Party Organiser require an account to be set up for bar charges, this may be organised by prior arrangement only. Once arrangements have been agreed for the evening, it will be assumed that all charges are payable by the organiser, irrespective of whether the account is checked and signed at the end of the event. 12 If you have any specific dietary requirements, our Christmas Co-ordinator will be delighted to assist. Please ask for details at time of booking. Special dietary requirements must be notified at least 14 days prior to event date.

13 The client is responsible for any damage caused to hotel rooms, or furnishings, utensils and equipment by any act, default or neglect by the client or guests of the client, and shall pay the hotel on demand the amount required to remedy any such damage. 14 It is recommended that all wine for parties is preordered to avoid any delays on the evening. For this reason, the Christmas Wine List will be despatched with your confirmation once your booking has been taken. This will allow you to pre-book your wine. 15 The hotel can accept no responsibility or liability whatsoever for any loss, damage or theft to guests personal property. We also reserve the right to refuse entrance at the Manager’s discretion. 16 All offers are subject to availability. 17 All bookings are accepted as being subject to Hilton Worldwide’s full terms & conditions available upon request and are subject to the laws of the United Kingdom.

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t e r m s & co ndi ti o ns

The Caledonian, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Princes Street, Edinburgh EH1 2AB Tel: 0131 222 8888 theCaledonian.waldorfastoria.com