MINI EVENTS

HUDSON’S MINI EVENTS Hudson’s is the winelands venue of choice for all kinds of celebrations and gatherings. We offer a selection of venues for birthdays, baby showers, kitchen teas, anniversaries and company socials. Our beautiful gardens, outdoor patio with picturesque mountain views or exquisite loft venue are all available to host your special occasion. There are a range of delicious catering options all prepared from scratch in house by our dedicated team.

How many people can attend my party?

Our mini events packages are designed for between 15 and 50 guests. Should you have a bigger party planned, please ask us about our events packages for larger groups.

What time can I have my party?

Mini events take place between 09h00 and 15h00. Please be aware that all parties must conclude strictly by 15h00. Hudson’s is available for exclusive evening events too for parties of 50 or more.

Where can I host my party?

There are four venue options as follows. Please contact us to check availability.

Venue Name

Venue Fee

Capacity Description What’s included? Catering Options

Garden R1000.00 15 to 50 Tucked away in the bottom left section of our extensive garden is an area reserved for parties of an informal “picnic style” nature. There is no waiter service.

- Table with cloth for food service / drinks and crockery

-You may hire umbrellas, blankets and cushions for an additional fee. No formal set-up is offered with tables and chairs.

- Platters - Picnics

Lapa R1000.00 15 to 25 Directly in front of the patio to the left is a small thatch lapa which offers a little more privacy slightly set apart from other guests.

-Rectangular tables with white table cloths and white tiffany chairs

-Setup with napkins, crockery, cutlery and glassware

-Platters -High tea -Set menus

Loft R2500.00 15 to 50 Our first floor loft venue offers relative exclusivity and breath taking views. You can be seated on the balcony or just inside the large folding doors.

-On balcony: bistro tables and patio chairs

-Inside: round tables with white table cloths and napkins and white tiffany chairs

-Both: cutlery, crockery and glassware

-Platters -High tea -Set menus

Patio None 15 to 35 Our patio offers stunning views across the garden. Restaurant guests also make use of the patio.

-Bistro tables and patio chairs

-Crockery, cutlery and glassware

-Platters -High tea -Set menus

Can I bring in décor? You are welcome to bring in décor within reason such as balloons and flowers. Please note that nothing may be attached to walls, ceilings, pillars or any of our permanent fixtures.

We recommend Balloons & Bubbles for helium balloon décor: info@balloonsandbubbles.co.za.

Can I bring in a cake? We encourage you to order our delicious cupcakes or one of our home baked whole cakes. We do allow you to bring in a celebration cake for a “cakeage” fee of R6.00 per person. Strictly no other food or beverages may be brought in.

How do I book?

Bookings for mini events are accepted a maximum of three months in advance. In order to book please email us at hudsons@vredenheim.co.za with the following information:

- Your name - The type of occasion - Your contact telephone number - The start time of your party - The date of your party - Preferred venue - Expected number of guests - Menu selection

Final numbers and menu selection need to be confirmed seven days prior to the event.

Are there any other costs?

Please remember that a 10% service fee will be applied to the food and beverages portion of your bill.

How does payment work?

1. Upon booking: full payment of the venue fee is required, or R1000.00 deposit if booking patio 2. Seven days prior: 50% of the total value of your booking 3. On the day: the balance

Please be aware there is a minimum spend requirement of R120.00 per person.

Will these prices be valid for my event?

Prices quoted are guide prices valid up until 1st September 2019.

CATERING OPTIONS

PLATTERS & CAKES

PARTY BOARDS | R110.00 per person served on large platters | 1 of each item per person

Mini Avocado, Cream Cheese & Roasted Red Pepper Wraps Mini Chicken Schwarmas Beef & Relish Mini Burgers Roasted Vegetable, Basil & Roquefort Mini Tartlets Mini Lamb Kofta with Mint & Cucumber Yoghurt Dip

CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE BOARDS | R115.00 per person served on large platters

A selection of cold meats, local cheese & pates served with sliced freshly baked baguettes on platters

SWEET TREATS | R105.00 per person served on large platters | 1 of each item per person

Mini Berry Cheesecakes Lemon Meringue Tartlets Chocolate Brownie Bites Mini Milk Tarts Fruit Sosaties

CUP CAKES | R24.00 per cupcake

Red Velvet, Chocolate, Vanilla or Carrot

WHOLE CAKE | R385.00 per cake 12 large slices

Carrot Cake, Bar One Cake, Cheesecake or Banoffi Pie

HIGH TEA

R195.00 per person MINIMUM OF 15 GUESTS REQUIRED Select eight items from the following Served on high tea stands with tea & coffee

SAVOURY Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Finger Sandwiches Tomato, Basil & Brie Finger Sandwiches Smoked Snoek & Cucumber Relish Finger Sandwiches Chicken, Bacon & Avocado Mini Wraps Tuna Mayonnaise Bruschetta Roast Beef & Wholegrain Mustard Mini Roll Mozarella & Roasted Cherry Tomato Ciabatta Spinach & Feta Mini Quiches Roasted Vegetable & Feta Mini Quiches Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Cucumber Bites Zucchini Fritters with Marscapone & Ham Mini Caprese Salad Skewer

SWEET Almond Cream Puffs Mini Caramel Apples Mini Fresh Fruit Pavlovas Scones with Jam & Cream Lemon Meringue Tartlets Mini Milk Tarts Fresh Fruit Sosaties Chocolate Brownie Bites Mini Berry Cheesecakes Mini Chocolate, Vanilla, Carrot & Red Velvet Cup Cakes

PICNICS

R490.00 for a picnic for two people Served in a keepsake hessian bag

A Selection of Cold Meats & Stuffed Eggs Jars of Layered Salad – sweetcorn, tomato, cucumber, red onion & avocado Cous Cous Salad & Hummus Home Baked Rosemary & Olive Bread A Platter of Cheeses, Biscuits and Home Made Relish Fresh Fruit Caramel & Chocolate Brownie Trifle

Prepared as double bags for 2 people OR triple bags for 3 people

FOR CHILDREN

Served in an activity box with crayons

Hudson’s Little Lunch Box | R65 per child

Hot Dog, Crisps, Cheese, Juice, Fruit & Sweeties

Hudson’s Bumper Lunch Box | R86 per child

Ham, Cheese & Tomato Roll, Crisps, Chippolatas, Hard Boiled Egg, Fruit Sosatie, Chocolate Brownie, Lollipop & Juice

CATERING OPTIONS

BIG BREAKFAST MENU

R195.00 per person Served buffet style for 36 or more Served plated for 35 or less

Muesli, Honey, Fresh Fruit & Yoghurt served in a glass

Bacon, Boerewors, Scrambled Eggs, Mushrooms & Tomato Served with farm toast, butter and preserves

Home Baked Muffins, Scones & Mini Milk Tarts

Tea & Coffee

SPECIAL BREAKFAST MENU

R135.00 per person Served buffet style for 36 or more Served plated for 35 or less

Muesli, Honey, Fresh Fruit & Yoghurt served in a glass

Bacon, Scrambled Eggs & Grilled Tomato Served with farm toast, butter and preserves

Tea & Coffee

PLATED CELEBRATION MENU

Two Courses | R290.00 per person Three Courses | R355.00 per person

Starter

Lamb Kofta with Mint Yoghurt Dip Vegetable Spring Rolls with Sweet Chilli Salsa Deep Fried Calamari served with Marie Rose Sauce & Fresh Lemon

Main Course

Lamb Shank slowly braised in a red wine & root vegetable sauce

Thickly Sliced Roast Sirloin of Beef with a Red Wine & Mushroom gravy

Linefish finished with a tomato salsa

Chicken Forestiere – Pan fried chicken breast topped with a rasher of bacon & creamy mushroom sauce

All served with baby honey roast potatoes & roasted vegetables

Dessert Hot Chocolate Volcano with Vanilla Ice Cream

Banoffi Pie – biscuit base topped with caramel, fresh banana & cream

Home Baked Cheesecake served with Berry Coulis

We recommend either sending a pre-order or selecting one dish from each course for your guests. For parties of more than 30 this is essential.

BUFFET GET-TOGETHER MENU

One Course served buffet style | R195.00 per person

Minimum of 35 guests required to order this menu

Prime Roast Beef with Chef’s Gravy Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pie Linefish with a Tomato Salsa Golden Roast Potatoes Roasted Vegetables Savoury Rice Greek Salad

Malva Pudding with custard can be added for an additional R45.00 per person

For other dessert options please see our restaurant menu

Add a starter from the celebration menu for an additional R70.00 per person

WINE LIST Vredenheim wines produced here on the estate

Price glass Price bottle

SPARKLING WINE Vredenvonkel Vin Sec R147 Sauvignon Blanc & Shiraz. A combination of red berries and strawberries.

WHITE WINE Sauvignon Blanc R45 R134 The complex aroma is brimming with tropical fruit flavours. Well balanced with freshness on the palate.

ROSE Vredenheim Rose R45 R134 Off dry. Light fruitiness with some floral characteristics is what attracts you with this Sauvignon Blanc /Shiraz Rose.

RED WINES Merlot R47 R144 Delightful fruity nose with wild plum aftertaste, well integrated with wood.

Pinotage R144 A medium bodied Pinotage with deep ruby red colours and violet edges. On the nose you’ll find sweet raspberry aromas with mulberry undertones and elegant oak spices.

Shiraz R155 Fruity nose, with peppery after taste. In perfect harmony with ripe tannins. Enjoy spices and pepper on the nose.

Cabernet Sauvignon R200 Full-bodied wine with soft tannins. This wine has a exciting fruity nose and typical Cabernet flavours on the palate.

Gracious Lady R210 Cabernet 80% Shiraz 15% Merlot 5% | Beautifully structured without being overcomplicated. The wine offers classic dark berries, cigar box and forest-floor aromas.

CORKAGE R68 corkage fee of R68.00 per 750ml bottle will be levied on any wines brought into the restaurant. This fee enables us to provide you with ice, glasses and a comfortable and beautiful environment in which to enjoy your wine.

BEVERAGES

750ml Sparkling Grape Juice | R90 per bottle Carafes of Fruit Juice | R70 per 1L Tea/Coffee | R25 per person

BEER BARROW Set your own budget | minimum of R600

For events in the garden or on the patio order a wheelbarrow filled with a selection of bottled beers, ciders and ice

We have a fully stocked bar available. Please request price lists if required.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS AVAILABLE FOR HIRE

FOR GARDEN PARTIES

Blankets, Cushions, Umbrellas

Picnic blankets | R30 each Cushions | R40 each Large Umbrellas | R250 each

Delivery / Collection Fee | R350.00

Lawn games

Boules | R175.00 Giant Jenga | R275.00 Croquet | R400.00

Please specify when making your booking if you would like to order any of these additional items. We can then confirm prices as these are subject to change.

+27 (0)21 881 3590 | www.visithudsons.co.za | hudsons@vredenheim.co.za Vredenheim Wine Estate, R310 Baden Powell Drive, Stellenbosch