Frequently Asked Questions - for Weddings |
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Can we tailor the menu to suit our needs?
YES
– We can tailor any of our menus to suit your tastes and needs for your
wedding. We highly recommend meeting and discussing menu options with your Event
Coordinator, alternatively you can make an appointment to meet with our Head
Chef to discuss your options. We are also able to modify our menu to suit
halal, and cultural cuisine. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate kosher
weddings.
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Can we arrange pre-dinner appetizers for our guests?
YES
– Pre-dinner appetizers are the perfect addition to any reception, and are a
great way to keep your guests entertained whilst the bridal party are getting
photos. We offer a decadent range of canapés and platters which are the perfect
accompaniment with pre-dinner drinks. Please refer to our Wedding Package for
further information.
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Do you offer a menu for guests with special dietary needs (i.e.
Vegetarian or gluten free)?
YES
– Our Wedding Package includes a vegetarian menu for your vegetarian guests.
Many of our standard dishes are also suitable for gluten free guests, these
dishes are marked with the (gf) symbol. Our Chefs are able to cater for any
specific dietary requirement - please advise your wedding coordinator of any
guests with special dietary requirements prior to your wedding so we can
arrange meals for them.
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Can you cater for Children meals?
YES
- We do cater for children's meals. Our children's meals are suitable for children between the ages of
2-12 years of age, and also includes unlimited soft drinks and orange juice.
Please refer to our Wedding Package for further menu options for children.
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Can you arrange meals for our contractors (band, DJ, photographer
or videographer)?
YES
– We do offer a special contractor’s meal.
Contractors' meals are $35 per person and
includes a main meal from your selected menu options and unlimited juice &
soft drinks.
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Do we have to purchase a Beverage Package or can we do a bar tab or
on consumption basis instead?
YES
– It is company policy that all weddings and functions held on a Saturday
evening must purchase a minimum 4 hour beverage package. This policy only
applies for events held on a Saturday evening, so any other day of the week you
can choose from a beverage package, bar tab, beverage on consumption, or cash
bar.
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Are we able to add spirits to our beverage package?
NO
– Unfortunately we cannot offer spirits in our beverage packages. Spirits are
however available on a cash bar basis (guests purchase themselves), or
alternatively you could arrange for a separate bar tab or beverages on
consumption for spirits.
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Can we extend our function past midnight?
YES
– Standard room hire covers 5 hours and you may choose if you would like your
room hire from 6 – 11pm, 6.30 – 11.30pm, or 7 – 12am. To extend past 5 hours a surcharge
fee of $150 per half hour applies. Please speak with your Event Coordinator
regarding liquor licensing times.
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Do you have car parking on site?
Yes
– We have over 250 complimentary car parks available to our guests. We
also offer a free taxi phone located in our main foyer for those who would
prefer to arrange alternate transport.
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Is the room hire free if we meet the minimum spend?
NO
– The room hire, minimum numbers, and minimum spends per person on food and
beverage all need to be met. If you have any queries please do not
hesitate to speak to one of our friendly coordinators.
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Is there anywhere where we can take Wedding photos?
Yes
– We have a variety of locations and backgrounds on site that are suitable for
wedding photos. Your Event Coordinator can provide you with a map of locations
around Victoria Park where you can have photos. Please contact your Wedding
Coordinator for further information.
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We have our ceremony booked at Victoria Park, what happens if it
rains? Is there a back up option?
YES
– Our Ceremonial Garden Marquee is suitable for wedding ceremonies, rain, hail
or shine. As we are private venues located on Brisbane City Council land, then
we are unable to offer ceremonies on other parts of the golf course. Please
speak with your Event Coordinator should you have any queries.
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When do I need to confirm final numbers of guests and make final
payment?
You must confirm all details
including final numbers of guests for your wedding the Wednesday in the week
prior to your wedding. Final payment is due by the Tuesday prior to your
wedding.
Optional: We can accept cash, credit card (fees apply – 1.5% for
VISA & Mastercard, 3.05% for AMEX & Diners), EFT via Internet Banking,
EFTPOS, or bank cheque. As we need 7 days to clear personal cheques then
unfortunately we cannot accept this method of payment unless paid by the Friday
in the week prior to your wedding.
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Do
you have highchairs available for use?
YES – Please let your Event
Coordinator know the number of highchairs you require for your wedding so we
can arrange these for you.
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Do you include a
centrepiece?
YES – Our standard
centrepiece that is included consists of a cylinder glass vase with a white
pillar candle nestled on top of white pebbles, and surrounded by tea lights.
You may also choose to go through our Event Stylist for alternate centrepieces,
or have your own supplier provide and set up centrepieces.
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Do you have taste testing
available?
NO – Unfortunately due to the
size of our complex and ordering restrictions, we are unable to offer taste
testing. We do however offer you a number of images taken of our menu items
that show the beautiful presentation and portion sizes for you to make your
selections.
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