The Garden Party
in Historic Strathmere Inn
A Late Afternoon, Early Evening Affair
Offered Sunday through Friday from May 15– August 31, 2012
minimum 30 adult
(excluding long weekend Sundays)
Exclusive Use of The Main level of Historic Strathmere Inn, an 1860s home built entirely of fieldstone, with sweeping circular staircase and hearth. The Carriage House, the Inn’s main banquet room, overlooks the front lawn, canopied under majestic 100-year old walnut trees. The Veranda offers a beautiful view of the Heritage Garden and it’s many splendors. Common areas include a full-service bar lounge and reception room.
The Package includes…
Cocktails and Hors D’Oeuvres served in the Heritage Garden
A Stylized Cocktail Style Dinner – Featuring Food Tasting Stations on the Front Lawn Under the 100 Year-Old Walnut Trees
(or indoors in the event of inclement weather)
A Glass of Prince Edward County’s VQA Award Winning Wine
Tables dressed with Ivory Cloths and Napkins
Oil lanterns to light your tables, filled with flower petals
Event Co-ordination
Bar and Catering Services
Free Guest Parking
All food and beverage services to be served Al Fresco, weather permitting
2012 Pricing
Flat Rate Facility Fee (refer to Special Event Price List)
Event Package $52.00/person
plus taxes and service charges
Please contact Strathmere Reservations for more details and cost estimates, plus information on many other unique packages designed to suit every season, every occasion and every budget!
The Garden Party Details
On Arrival …
Enjoy a Glass of Punch and Hors D’Oeuvres in The Heritage Garden
Sip, Nibble and Stroll!
(Passed On Trays by our Service Staff)
White Peach Sangria (alcoholic)
Sunkist Cranberry (non-alcoholic)
Hors D’Oeuvres
(passed on trays by our service staff)
Grape Pizzettes – Buttery Pastry topped with Juicy Grapes, Caramelized Onions and Gruyere Cheese
Homemade Italian Cocktail Meatballs on a Skewer
Bacon Wrapped Scallops with Lemon Crème Fraiche
Breaded Parmesan Artichoke Hearts
A Cocktail Style Dinner is served….
The Entrée Station
Warm Crab and Sweet Roasted Onion Dip with Toasted Seasoned Pita Chips
Nicoise Salsa Salmon with Dijon Mustard, Sundried Tomato,
Herbes de Provence Marinade, served with creamy Nicoise Salsa (served at room temperature)
Shrimp and Veggie Rice Paper Wraps with assorted dipping sauces
Lemon Rosemary Chicken Lollipop with Yogurt dip
Pecan Crusted Lamb Rib with a Red Wine Thyme Reduction
The Wine Station
Sample a Local Prince Edward County VQA Award Winning Wine
“Sandbanks Estate Winery”
Dunes Vidal (white)
Baco Noir (red)
A Sweet Ending to the Evening
Grilled Seasonal Bacon Wrapped Stone Fruit - with Blue Cheese and Drizzled with Late Harvest Wine Farmer’s Cream
Chef’s Choice Seasonal Dessert
Coffee/Tea Station
Menu and beverage selections are subject to change based on availability and quality of product.