Festive Season at Buchan Braes Hotel The 4-star Buchan Braes Hotel is the perfect place to celebrate Christmas with family and friends. We have everything all wrappped up for you with a wide range of excellent menus, entertainment and friendly and efficient service throughout the festive season. Please do not hesitate to get in contact with us on 01779 871471 or email leanne@buchanbraes.co.uk to discuss your requirements. Private Dining Celebrate Christmas with your family, friends and colleagues in your own private dining room. Parties of between 10 and 70 can enjoy a fabulous evening in the Suite. Pre-order Wine for Your Table Why not pre-order your wine so it can be ready for you as soon as you arrive at your table. Gift Vouchers Gift Vouchers are available from Reception in denominations of 10, 20, 25, 50 or in variations thereafter. Buchan Braes Hotel gift vouchers cannot be used at the Palace Hotel.
Why Not Stay Over? Attending one of our festive events? Why not stay the night in one of our luxurious bedrooms? You will be able to relax and enjoy the evening free from any worries about a long wait for a taxi in the early hours - instead just a short walk to a warm and welcoming room. We are offering discounted rates for guests attending any of our festive events in the hotel. Rates start from as little as 70.00 per night, per couple with full Scottish Breakfast. We have 47 delightfully appointed rooms, including 3 suites. All our rooms come with free Wifi. Some rooms have disabled access and facilities so do please let us know your requirements when you make your reservation. Check in is from 2.00pm and check out is 12.00 noon. Call us on 01779 871471 to book your room.
Festive Fayre Enjoy some festive cheer and seasonal spirit with friends, family and colleagues with our festive lunches (if pre-booked) and dinners complete with all the seasonal trimmings. Served in the Grill Room throughout December. Booking is always advisable especially at the weekends. Our normal Grill Room menu is also available in December A pre-order may be required for parties of 8 or more people. Braes Soup of the Day Smooth Chicken Liver Pate with Farmhouse Chutney and Oatcakes Spiced Pineapple & Melon with Cranberry and Orange Sorbet Honey Baked Smoked Salmon with Fennel Relish Roast Buchan Turkey Breast with Chipolata Sausage, Oatmeal Stuffing, Pan Gravy and Cranberry Sauce Braised Rump of Highland Beef in a Creamy Black Peppercorn Sauce Fillet of Haddock with Salmon Mousseline in a Chive and Chardonnay Sauce Baked Vegetable Crumble with Garlic and Tomato Sauce You have a choice of: 2 courses - 23.00 3 courses - 29.50 Braes Christmas Trio Dessert Drambuie Marquise with Dundee Marmalade, Honeycomb Ice Cream Shortcake, and Cinnamon Spiced Fruit Compote Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream
Red Lentil Broth Party Nights Bring yourelicious 3-course meal with festive novelties and dance the night away to our live band - Crystal Clear Trio Book early to avoid disappointment! The party begins at 7.30pm. 38.00 per person Peterhead Seafood Gateau with Celeriac Remoulade Roast Buchan Turkey Breast with Chipolata Sausage, Oatmeal Stuffing, Pan Gravy and Cranberry Sauce Braised Rump of Highland Beef in a Creamy Black Peppercorn Sauce Baked Vegetable Crumble with Garlic and Tomato Sauce Party Night Dates Friday 4th December Saturday 5th December Friday 11th December Saturday 12th December Friday 18th December Saturday 19th December Braes Christmas Trio Dessert Drambuie Marquise with Dundee Marmalade, Honeycomb Ice Cream Shortcake, and Cinnamon Spiced Fruit Compote
Christmas Eve Now is the time to start enjoying your Christmas break Treat your nearest and dearest to our delicious 4-course Christmas Eve Dinner Please note that other menus are not available. Served from 6.00pm to 9.00pm in the Grill Room Adults: 33.00 Children under 12: 18.00 Children Under 5: Free Pan Seared Scallops with Lime and Coriander Butter Highland Game Terrine with Cumberland Port Dressing Ugie Smoked Salmon with Prawn Marie Rose Scottish Cheese Croquettes with a Sweet Chilli Sauce Butternut Squash & Red Pepper Soup Lemongrass & Ginger Sorbet with Hendricks and Cucumber Glaze Honey Smoked Breast of Duck with Dauphinoise Potatoes, Panache Vegetables and Grand Marnier Sauce Herb Crusted Loin of Cod with Cullen Skink Sauce Wilted Greens and Crushed Potatoes Mixed Vegetable Tempura with Gnocchi Breast of Chicken in Garlic Mushroom Cream with Panache Vegetables and Fondant Potato Grilled Lamb Cutlets & Minted Peas with Fries and Panache of Vegetables Chargrilled 8oz Sirloin Steak with Traditional Garnish and Homemade Chips ( 5.00 supplement) Braes Christmas Trio Dessert Drambuie Marquise with Dundee Marmalade, Honeycomb Ice Cream Shortcake, and Cinnamon Spiced Fruit Compote Scottish Cheese Platter Lemon Crème Brulée with Shortbread Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream
Selection of Canapés with a Christmas Cocktail Christmas Day Join us this Christmas Day for a lunch to remember. Start the festivities with a selection of canapés and a Christmas Cocktail, followed by a superb seasonal 4-course lunch that our chef s have created for this special day. Santa will be calling in with gifts for the children. Served from 12.00pm to 3.00pm Adults: 66.00 Children under 12: 35.00 Children Under 5: Free Smoked Breast of Duck with Honey Yoghurt Dressing Duo of Honeydew and Watermelon with Elderflower Sorbet Traditional Ugie Smoked Salmon with Prawn Marie Rose Red Lentil Broth Roast Turkey Breast with Chipolata Sausage, Oatmeal Stuffing, Pan Gravy and Cranberry Sauce Rib of Buchan Beef, Yorkshire Pudding and Pan Gravy Fillet of Salmon and Lemon Sole in Chardonnay Cream Wild Mushroom, Courgette and Garlic Crumble with Parsley Veloute Roast Loin of Pork in Caramelised Apple & Cider Sauce Braes Christmas Trio Dessert Drambuie Marquise with Dundee Marmalade, Honeycomb Ice Cream Shortcake, and Cinnamon Spiced Fruit Compote Scottish Cheese Platter with Chutney and Oatcakes Lemon Crème Brulée with Shortbread Traditional Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream Tea, Coffee, Petit Fours
Boxing Day Make Boxing Day a stress free and indulgent day away from the hassle of cooking. It s your time to relax and not worry about a thing. Let us take care of everything so that you can spend more quality time with the ones you love. Served from 1.00pm to 8.00pm 2 course: 23.00 3 course: 29.50 Cream of Vegetable Soup with Croutons Smoked Duck Breast with Orange Salad Duo of Melon with Elderflower Sorbet Tian of Scottish Seafood in Lime Mayonnaise Chicken Liver Parfait with Farmhouse Chutney Pan Seared Scallops in Lime and Coriander Butter ( 5.00 supplement) Smoked Haddock Risotto with Herb Oil Honey Baked Gammon with Fresh Pineapple Wild Mushroom, Courgette and Garlic Crumble with Parsley Veloute Roast Loin of Pork with Apple Sauce and Pan Gravy Braised Rump of Beef in Black Peppercorn Cream Breast of Chicken Maryland Chargrilled 8oz Sirloin Steak with Traditional Garnish with Homemade Chips( 6.00 supplement) Sticky Toffee Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce Semolina with Strawberry Jam Honeycomb Ice Cream Pavlova Meringue Scottish Cheese Platter with Grapes and Chutney Drambuie Marquise with Fresh Fruit Salad
Hogmanay Residential Packages Join us into the "wee sma hours" with the Buchan Pipe Band to celebrate the turning of the year at the bells surrounded by family and friends. Our residential packages includes Dinner and Dance as part of the deal. You have 2 options: Begin your Hogmanay celebrations with us on 31st December. Arrive to cream scones and tea/coffee in the Lounge and unwind after your journey. We will serve our 5-course Hogmanay Dinner at 7.30pm followed by live entertainment from Crystal Clear Trio. The Buchan Pipe Band will play during the night and a Piper will bring in the New Year. At 1.00am in the morning, we will serve stovies to help you soak up the alcohol! Enjoy a full Scottish Breakfast in the Grill Room on the 1st January 2016 before your departure. Let us know if you have any special dietary requirements. 135.00 per person - based on double occupancy Stay an extra night and arrive on 30th December. Enjoy a delicious 3-course set dinner in the Grill Room at a time of your choice from 6.30pm to 9.00pm. Relax overnight in one of our delightfully appointed rooms where you can enjoy a full Scottish breakfast the following morning in the Grill Room. Join the new arrivals in the Lounge with cream scones and tea/coffee and later on, our Hogmanay Dinner and Dance. 200.00 per person - based on double occupancy
Canapes and Sparking Prosecco Hogmanay Dinner Welcome in the New Year with auld and new acquaintances at Buchan Braes Hotel. Sit down to a sumptuous Gala Dinner at 7.00pm in the festive atmosphere of the ballroom then dance the night away to the sounds of Crystal Clear Trio Adults: 70.00 Scottish Haggis, Neaps and Tatties with Arran Mustard Cream Buchan Braes Hors d oeuvre Platter of Seafood Terrine and Smoked Meats with Relish and Crusty Bread Scottish Salmon wrapped in Sole Fillet with Chive and Chardonnay Sauce Citrus Sorbet with Gin and Juniper Syrup Tournedos of Beef Fillet Rossini with Duck Liver Pate, Madeira Sauce and Truffles Breast of Chicken and Amity Langoustine with a Whisky and Spring Onion Cream Roasted Vegetable Wellington with Tomato and Basil Sauce Braes Christmas Trio Dessert Drambuie Marquise with Dundee Marmalade, Honeycomb Ice Cream Shortcake, and Cinnamon Spiced Fruit Compote Scottish Cheese Platter Tea/Coffee and Petit Fours
New Year s Day Celebrate the start of 2016 with your nearest and dearest at our New Year s Day Lunch. Served in the Ballroom from 12.30pm to 3.00pm Adults: 30.00 Under 12: 16.00 Under 5: Free Honeydew Melon Platter with Strawberry Champagne Sorbet Tian of Scottish Seafood with Lime Mayonnaise Cream of Vegetable Soup Highland Game Terrine with Port and Orange Jelly Poached Scottish Salmon with Hollandaise Sauce Roast Rib of Buchan Beef with Yorkshire Pudding and Pan Gravy Bacon Wrapped Breast of Chicken with Oatmeal Stuffing and Pan Gravy Roasted Vegetable Wellington with Tomato and Basil Sauce Honey Roast Gammon with Fresh Pineapple Sticky Toffee Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce Creamed Rice Pudding Brulée with Shortbread Drambuie Marquise with Dundee Marmalade Scottish Cheese Platter Baileys Cheesecake with Fresh Fruit Salad
The Management & Staff at Buchan Braes Hotel would like to wish Everyone A Merry Christmas and A Prosperous New Year Boddam, Peterhead, AB42 3AR tel: 01779 871471 www.buchanbraes.co.uk info@buchanbraes.co.uk