Sitting dinner menus
Sitting dinner menus for corporate events, private dining and celebratory occasions where you want to offer guests a full meal in a relaxed, seated setting with service at the table.
Our format works equally well for intimate dinners of 25 and larger events of 250 or more. Most of our sitting dinner menus are built around a 3 or 4-course format, with a starter, main and dessert as the base, and an optional entremet as an intermediate course between starter and main for a more elaborate menu.
The dishes draw on Mediterranean and Asian influences, with refined presentations and a balance of fish, meat and vegetarian options across each course. We prepare in our kitchen and to ensure freshness we cook and serve the dinner at your location. We are happy to adapt the menu to your guest mix, dietary requirements and the style of the event. For more information on how we organise a sitting dinner, visit our sit-down dinner catering page.
Sitting dinner menu options
Starters
Mosaic of leek
Layers of leek with nori, black garlic cream, leek sauce and miso aubergine.
(vegetarian)
Hamachi tartare
Delicate yellowtail with yellow curry jelly, lime leaf, passion fruit vinaigrette and yuzu pearls.
(fish)
Tempeh
Marinated tempeh with boemboe, mango vinaigrette, radish and crispy onion.
(vegan)
Entremet (optional fourth course)
Langoustine
Seared langoustine with kalamansi, mandarin gel, smoked crème fraîche and herring caviar.
(fish)
Crema burrata
Burrata with dry-aged beet, Parmesan crisp, herb vinaigrette, hazelnuts and sweet and sour beet.
(vegetarian)
Steak tartare
Hand-cut steak tartare with rendang, crostini, lime and spicy cream.
(meat)
Mains
Mushroom risotto
Creamy risotto with Parmesan crisp, king bolete, Parmesan foam and cepes powder.
(vegetarian)
Cod roll
Rolled cod with bread and Parmesan crunch, potato and mustard mousseline, fenugreek sauce, carrot and vadouvan cream.
(fish)
Bavette of dual-purpose beef
Bavette with potato tart, parsnip and white chocolate cream and veal jus.
(beef)
Desserts
Blanc manger
Almond bavarois on an almond biscuit with apricot, white chocolate curls and gold leaf.
(vegetarian)
Chocolate truffle cake
Rich chocolate truffle cake with a coffee base and tonka bean cream.
(vegetarian)
Signature banana split
Our own take on the classic banana split.
(vegetarian)
FAQ
Can we mix and match dishes from across the menu?
Yes, absolutely. You can combine any starter, entremet, main and dessert to build a menu that suits your guests and the style of your event. Note that the menu shown here is an illustration of what we do — we are happy to suggest other options and advise on combinations that work well together.
What is the minimum group size for a sitting dinner?
We specialise in larger events, but for smaller and more intimate dinners we refer to a private chef from our network who can cater for groups where a full catering team would be out of proportion. Let us know your group size and we will point you in the right direction.
What if we do not have a kitchen at our event location?
We need some space, electricity and ideally a water point, though we can manage without one if needed. A back-of-house area is ideal, but we are used to working in less-than-perfect conditions and can set up in plain sight if that is the only option. We will always assess the location in advance so there are no surprises on the day.
What does a sitting dinner typically cost?
With all costs included, a sitting dinner for 50 people will typically run anywhere between €100 and €200 per person. A lot depends on the number of service staff and chefs required, any materials that need to be rented, and whether wines and drinks are included. We are happy to put together a detailed quote based on your specific situation.
Planning a sitting dinner?
If you are looking for an elegant dinner for your guests, we are happy to put together a tailored menu based on your group size, event format and dietary requirements. Share your preferences and we will come back to you with a clear proposal.
Request a quote for your sitting dinner menu
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