MEL AFF Christmas Do Sat 19 Dec 2015 (fully booked)

[Buzzard]

Did you ask penegal?

That's where I went wrong and I will have +1 with me.

 

[blackcat20]

Just finalising details with the venue, hope to be able to post the information this afternoon.

 

[blackcat20]

Here we go. This year our Christmas dinner is being held at Terra Rossa, in Melbourne.
Currently we are booked for 20 people, but this can be increased if necessary.

We will be partaking in a 3 course menu with a glass of sparkling on arrival. Last year's menu looked great and I should have the new menu soon.
To confirm your place, $60 will need to be deposited into a bank account that has been set up for this event. The bank details and attendees can be viewed here.
Please use your handle as your reference.

Please click this link to view AFF guidelines around the collection of funds, which we are following:
http://www.australianfrequentflyer....delines-collection-funds-attending-46200.html
In the event you need to cancel, your payment will be refunded.

Venue: Terra Rossa, 87 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
Time: 8pm
Cost: $60 for 3 courses

Attendees:
blackcat20
TomVexille
JessicaTam
DougWestcott

 

[Hvr]

Count me in as Platinum.

 

[Awesom Andy]

Just checked how much flights are (from SIN), and it looks like I'm definitely going to be bronze for this one.

 

[Bundy Bear]

Good chance I will be there; but will know definitely after Fridays event.

I wonder if I can use my free Amex flight to attend the event.

I just hope Hilton South Wharf bring back some reasonable pricing.

 

[JessicaTam]

I have just paid.

Edit: location details have been updated in post 2

Attendees list has been updated in post 3 - note that some of the posts were a little vague, so they are a best fit.

 

[Buzzard]

+1 and I definately coming.
Hotel and flights booked "ages" ago, just need to pay for the feed.

 

[Doug_Westcott]

I'm coming, payment will be processed later tonight

 

[JessicaTam]

+1 and I definately coming.
Hotel and flights booked "ages" ago, just need to pay for the feed.

I'm coming, payment will be processed later tonight

Great. I will update the P1s as soon as payment is confirmed.

It should be a great night.

 

[blackcat20]

Payments generally take 24 hours to come through so I will update the spreadsheet as they show.

We've booked the Sofitel; couldn't turn down a bargain rate.

 

[Buzzard]

Great. I will update the P1s as soon as payment is confirmed.

It should be a great night.

Oh yee of little faith

 

[straitman]

As per post #3 we are still Platinum with accommodation booked. Now to rush off and book a train :!: :shock:

 

[serfty]

... Last year's menu looked great and I should have the new menu soon....

Here's a page indicative - it's a function menu (last updated two weeks ago on 4th August).

Terra Rossa -Function Menu

 

[blackcat20]

Here's a page indicative - it's a function menu (last updated two weeks ago on 4th August).

Terra Rossa -Function Menu

The christmas menu is quite separate to that one; I should have it in a few days.

 

[Buzzard]

Payment for 2 has now been made

 

[serfty]

The christmas menu is quite separate to that one; I should have it in a few days.

How indicative is it?

 

[penegal]

I am still copper, but the new PA has managed to put the event in one of my calendars

 

[penegal]

From my understanding a lot of the staff at Terra Rossa have changed in recent months, including the chef and/or kitchen staff.

 

[blackcat20]

How indicative is it?

This is last years:
TO START
Garlic ciabatta, olive oil

ANTIPASTI

Choice of:
Victorian Otway pork terrine, mustard fruits, ciabatta
Grilled south Australian prawns, brown butter, bottarga, capers
Asparagus, fonduta, chilli, creme fraiche

MAINS

Choice of:
Roast leg and breast of turkey, prune 85 chestnut stuffing
Salt baked Huon salmon, rosemary, lemon, aioli
Wood smoked heirloom beetroot, walnuts, ricotta, wild sorrell, vincotto

SIDES

Selection of:
Chat potatoes, mixed herbs
Braised summer vegetables
Mixed green leaf salad

DESSERT

Choice of:
Flourless chocolate cake, creme fraiche
Grilled peaches, amaretto, mascarpone, toasted almonds
Christmas pudding, creme fraiche