The festive season is fast approaching so it’s time to get planning. Here are some of the city’s finest restaurants which promise a Christmas filled with fun, food and fabulous festivities.
Have a Wild Christmas
Feast your eyes on the new Christmas menu at Lulu Wild. This year, they are treating us to five set menus to choose from. They are all expertly chosen and feature a fantastic selection of Asian foods to try.
First up is their ‘Diamond’ menu. Enjoy Duck Bao Buns doused in a generous serving of hoisin, chilli and char sui sauce to start. For the main, indulge in Shredded Chicken Noodles paired with chia seeds, edamame puree, peppers and onions. Round this off with a Sweet Escape- a baked chocolate crumble, drizzled with salted caramel sauce and accompanied by Ficus fruit.
The ‘Ruby’ menu starts with a Chicken and Pork Dim Sum Basket before moving onto a Mongolian Lamb Shank with a fiery chilli soya, served with traditional jasmine rice. Treat yourself to a Chocolate Orchid dessert and Lulu’s homemade vanilla bean custard to finish.
Seafood lovers will enjoy their ‘Pearl’ menu. This features a Prawn and Scallop Siu Mai mix to start, followed by a Lobster Gojuyang with light soya sauce, served with Chinese sausage fried rice. For dessert, spoil yourself with the Thousand Layers of Delight featuring a puff pastry, homemade vanilla custard and ice blasted raspberries.
If you are looking for a vegan option, their ‘Emerald’ menu for £47.50 has you covered. Awaken your tastebuds with the Pak Choi and Cristal Veg Dim Sum Mix to start, before enjoying a noodle dish accompanied with Wui Wor Vegetables. Finish on a sweet note with a moreish mango pudding featuring tapioca pearls, grapefruit and mango sorbet.
Saving the best ’til last- the extravagant ‘Opal’ menu. Pork belly and Chinese Sausage Bao Buns will be followed by a premium Wagyu Sirloin Steak with General Tso Sauce, honey and Korean chili paste, served with egg fried rice.
What’s more, they are offering their venue for exclusive private hire so you can host your own wild Christmas party.
Celebrate Christmas in Siamais Style
Indulge in a Thai Christmas Feast this year at Siamais. Whether you’re planning your corporate and social events, or you’re on the hunt for the perfect spot to celebrate the festive season with friends, Siamais has got it all.
They are offering a festive 3 course set menu, featuring an impressive selection of totally irresistible Thai treats.
For those craving seafood, start with Prawn Cakes in a panko breadcrumb, drizzled with a sweet chilli dressing, or a Salmon Skewer coated with a silky satay sauce. For mains, opt for the steamed Sea Bass in a homemade sweet and sour sauce, coupled with jasmine rice.
Meat lovers will enjoy the Grilled Chicken Skewers, marinated in herbs and ground pepper and served with a peanut sauce to start. Choose from Chargrilled Lamb, Golden Pork Belly or their Thai twist on a Surf and Turf for your main, all of which are served with jasmine rice.
And it doesn’t stop there. They’ve crafted dishes that are suitable for gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diets. Highlights include a flavoursome Vegetable Tom Yum Soup and a classic, and deliciously irresistible, Thai Green Curry.
They’re also offering an array of choices with their dessert menu. From authentic Coconut Sticky Rice, to a warming and indulgent Homemade Chocolate Brownie, its guaranteed to excite anyone with a sweet tooth.
Their banqueting menu is perfect for tables of 8 guests or more which flaunts 3 fantastic menus. The Mang Sa Wirat menu is made for those with a vegetarian diet and features stylish starters such as Tofu in Plum Sauce and Sweetcorn Cakes and authentic mains such as a creamy Massaman Vegetable Curry and a Mango Papaya Salad. The Hew Kaow menu provides the ultimate fish and meat feast. Highlights include Salt and Chilli Calamari and Chargrilled Pork Spare Ribs for starters. For mains, enjoy everything from a Crispy Pork Belly with chilli and basil to a lighter Chargrilled Chicken Salad.
A festive, fun, food-filled Christmas at Aluna
Aluna have got you covered all the way through the festive period with their set menus available until the 31stDecember. All of which will guarantee a Christmas filled with fun, drink and lots of food- just as it should be.
There are five fabulous starters to choose from. Start strong with the Sweet and Spicy Chicken Tacos, served with an Asian Style Slaw. If you fancy seafood, you’ll love their Salt and Chilli Prawns tossed in a buttermilk crumb or the Lemongrass Salmon Skewers with chilli and soy. The Crispy Vegetable Spring Rolls and the Tofu and Edamame Croquettes are perfect for all the vegans and veggies out there.
There’s something for everyone with the main menu too, which features everything from a Panang Curry (offering a choice of chicken, prawn, vegetable or beef) to an impressive Asian Style Chicken Burger served with Asian slaw and Spicy Fries.
Of course, it wouldn’t be complete with a dessert. Let loose and indulge in their homemade Chocolate Vixen Brownie served with vanilla ice cream and drizzled with chocolate sauce. Or enjoy the delicate sweetness of the Raspberry Sorbet or Clementine Tarte.
They also offer an elaborate banqueting menu during this period, with an array of starters and mains to choose from.
Aluna boasts all the know how when it comes to throwing parties, especially when it comes to Christmas. They’re offering exclusive hire for festive private parties where you can enjoy a canape drinks reception, a 3-course meal and your very own private bar. Set to be the party of the year.
Ring in New Year at Enchanted Ventures, with the best Christmas cocktails and pan – Asian bites. Grab your friends and get your glam on, for the most celebratory night of the year. Start early with the Bottomless Brunch or arrive later to dance to the live DJ and enjoy the countdown to 2024!