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hat is the best part of Christmas?The celebrations of course!
You have worked hard throughout the yearso now is the time to reward yourself with acelebration; a Christmas Party with friends,Christmas Day lunch in style or a New Yearparty so memorable you will never forget it.
Whatever you are looking for you’re sure tohave a happy and stress free time when youuse this essential guide.
Whether you're looking for a party for 2 or100+ in our glossy guide you will find aselection of venues and great ideas to makeyour party go with a swing.
Have a ‘Happy Christmas’ that you can relaxand enjoy.
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Secret Santa. A phrase that can strike fear into the heart of themost hardened shopper. Buying presents for your friendsand relatives is one thing, but choosing a gift for a randomly-
allocated colleague can be tiresome, especially when given aprice limit. We're here to relieve your pain. Look on it as our gift toyou this Christmas. Here's our list of what to buy, with an idea foreveryone in the office, and nothing costs more than a tenner.
For the office joker get the Football Toilet Trainer (£10) fromJacamo. It's daft AND useful. A bit like him then. Jack Danielsfudge (£5) in butch packaging should appeal to the bloke whoalways orders a whiskey with his beer after work, while sci-figeeks will be thrilled with a Dr Who keyring (£4).
The grown-ups in the office will appreciate a What Do YouKnow About Wine? desk calendar (£9.99), and as it's from theBritish Heart Foundation you'll be giving a bit to charity too. TheHerb Growing Set (£6.97) from Wilkinson will prove popular withthe green-fingered workers.
Fashion-conscious babes will love Marks & Spencer's metallicnail varnish set (£5) and a sequin lip gloss (£6) from BHS, whilethe cheeky ones will have a giggle at the Christmas Crackerpants (£8) from Ann Summers. The more sophisticated womanwill be won over with anything from White Stuff – we particularlylove the Victorian rose socks (£9.95).
Smellies are an easy gift to give. Trevor Sorbie has a Cleanseand Refresh Duo (£6) aimed at the male market, and pretty setsfrom the Body Shop are a winner too – we think its Satsuma set(£10) is particularly appropriate for Christmas.
And then there are the slightly bonkers presents that anyonewill find amusing: a pair of wind-up meerkats (£8) fromDebenhams; Pac-Man wind-up racers (£10) from Matalan; andcrazy cat tights (£8.95) from House of Bath.
There you have it, enough Secret Santa ideas to ensure you'llplease even the fussiest colleague. Now you can relax and enjoythe office party.
Santa’slittle helperStuck for inspiration choosing a
gift for Norman in accounts? Youwon’t go far wrong with these
top Secret Santa ideas…
Main image opposite, BHS. Sequinstocking £12, jewel cracker £15 for 6,giant lollipop £5, chocolate coin mix£1.25, sequin cushion £15, whirl lollipop£1.50, egg chair £729.1 BHS. Sequin lip gloss set, £6.2 Matalan. Pacman wind up racers, £10.3 White Stuff. Victorian Rose patternsocks, £9.95.
4 Jacamo. Football toilet trainers £105 House of Bath. Cat tights, £8.95.6 Debenhams. Wind-up meerkats, £8for two.7 BHS. Jack Daniels fudge box, £5.8 British Heart Foundation (BHF).What Do You Know About Wine? deskcalendar, £9.99.9 Debenhams. Dr Who Keyring, £4.
10 Marks & Spencer. Essential Coloursmini nail colour collection in metallic, £5.11 Ann Summers. Christmas crackerbriefs, £8.12 The Body Shop. Satsuma set, £10.13 Wilkinson. Herb growing set, enameltins, £6.97.14 Trevor Sorbie. Mg Cleanse &Refresh Duo £6.
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Secret Santa. A phrase that can strike fear into the heart of themost hardened shopper. Buying presents for your friendsand relatives is one thing, but choosing a gift for a randomly-
allocated colleague can be tiresome, especially when given aprice limit. We're here to relieve your pain. Look on it as our gift toyou this Christmas. Here's our list of what to buy, with an idea foreveryone in the office, and nothing costs more than a tenner.
For the office joker get the Football Toilet Trainer (£10) fromJacamo. It's daft AND useful. A bit like him then. Jack Danielsfudge (£5) in butch packaging should appeal to the bloke whoalways orders a whiskey with his beer after work, while sci-figeeks will be thrilled with a Dr Who keyring (£4).
The grown-ups in the office will appreciate a What Do YouKnow About Wine? desk calendar (£9.99), and as it's from theBritish Heart Foundation you'll be giving a bit to charity too. TheHerb Growing Set (£6.97) from Wilkinson will prove popular withthe green-fingered workers.
Fashion-conscious babes will love Marks & Spencer's metallicnail varnish set (£5) and a sequin lip gloss (£6) from BHS, whilethe cheeky ones will have a giggle at the Christmas Crackerpants (£8) from Ann Summers. The more sophisticated womanwill be won over with anything from White Stuff – we particularlylove the Victorian rose socks (£9.95).
Smellies are an easy gift to give. Trevor Sorbie has a Cleanseand Refresh Duo (£6) aimed at the male market, and pretty setsfrom the Body Shop are a winner too – we think its Satsuma set(£10) is particularly appropriate for Christmas.
And then there are the slightly bonkers presents that anyonewill find amusing: a pair of wind-up meerkats (£8) fromDebenhams; Pac-Man wind-up racers (£10) from Matalan; andcrazy cat tights (£8.95) from House of Bath.
There you have it, enough Secret Santa ideas to ensure you'llplease even the fussiest colleague. Now you can relax and enjoythe office party.
Santa’slittle helperStuck for inspiration choosing a
gift for Norman in accounts? Youwon’t go far wrong with these
top Secret Santa ideas…
Main image opposite, BHS. Sequinstocking £12, jewel cracker £15 for 6,giant lollipop £5, chocolate coin mix£1.25, sequin cushion £15, whirl lollipop£1.50, egg chair £729.1 BHS. Sequin lip gloss set, £6.2 Matalan. Pacman wind up racers, £10.3 White Stuff. Victorian Rose patternsocks, £9.95.
4 Jacamo. Football toilet trainers £105 House of Bath. Cat tights, £8.95.6 Debenhams. Wind-up meerkats, £8for two.7 BHS. Jack Daniels fudge box, £5.8 British Heart Foundation (BHF).What Do You Know About Wine? deskcalendar, £9.99.9 Debenhams. Dr Who Keyring, £4.
10 Marks & Spencer. Essential Coloursmini nail colour collection in metallic, £5.11 Ann Summers. Christmas crackerbriefs, £8.12 The Body Shop. Satsuma set, £10.13 Wilkinson. Herb growing set, enameltins, £6.97.14 Trevor Sorbie. Mg Cleanse &Refresh Duo £6.
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OPTION A£18.00 PER PERSON
To StartSweet Potato & Leek Soup
Crunchy herb croutons,freshly baked roll & butter
Main CourseRoast Shropshire Turkey
Sage & shallot stuffing,roasted potatoes buttered whole
baby potatoes, sproutscarrots, peas, cranberry sauce
& gravy
DessertChristmas Puddingoozings of custard
ORSticky Red BerrySponge Pudding
Cotswold double creamOR
Vanilla Ice Cream
Tea or Coffee to finish
OPTION B£23.00 PER PERSON
To StartSweet Potato & Leek Soup
Crunchy herb croutons,freshly baked roll & butter
ORFricassee of
Woodland MushroomsGarlic cream, tossed leaves
& hand torn basil
Main CourseRoast Shropshire Turkey & PorkSage & shallot stuffing, kilted sausageshoney roast parsnips, roasted potatoes
buttered whole baby potatoessprouts, broccoli, carrots, peas
cranberry & apple sauces & gravy
DessertsTraditional Christmas Pudding
Oozings of custardOR
Blakelands FamousZesty Lemon Torte
Cotswold creamOR
Welsh & Shire VintageCheese Platter
ORIce Cream Sundae
Tea or Coffee to finishChocolate mints & mince pies
OPTION C£27.50 PER PERSON
To StartArbroath Smoked Salmon& Freshwater Prawn Salad
With sea relishcucumber and lemon crème
ORFricassee of
Woodland MushroomsGarlic cream
tossed leaves & hand torn basilOR
Fresh Pearls of Melon& Parma Ham
With a cool brie veloutetossed green leaf salad
Main CourseFillet of Pattingham Beef
Glazed shallots, Portobello mushrooms& claret infusion with duchess potatotraditional roast potatoes, cauliflowercheese, baton carrots, sprouts & peas
DessertBoozy Christmas Pudding
& brandy sauceOR
Raspberry PavlovaWith mascarpone & toasted almond
creamOR
Baked Vanilla CheesecakeTrio of warm chocolate sauceswhite & milk chocolate curls
ORVintage StiltonWholemeal biscuits& red onion chutney
Tea or Coffee to finishChocolate mints & mini mince pies
OPTION D£13.00 PER PERSON
Christmas BuffetWhite & Granary Sandwicheswith the following fillings
Turkey & Cranberry; Roast Beef;Tuna Salad; Salmon & Cream Cheese;
Mature Welsh Cheddar;Honey Roast Ham; WarmMini Pizza;
Warm Cheesy Garlic Slices;Pattingham Pork Pie; Kilted Sausages;
Vegetarian Samosa’s;Prawn Cocktail Vol-au-vonts;
Buffet Sausage Rolls;Black Pudding Slices;Chicken Crunchies;
Cheese & Pineapple on Sticks;Assorted Green Salad; Cherry Tomatoes;Cucumber & Radishes; Bowls of Crisps.
Christmas Buffet Extras AvailableCall For Details
or Visit OurWeb Site
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available for parties of 40 guests or more in The Maltings Banquet Hall .
parties of less than 40 guests please see our restaurant menu
Celebrate Christmas in Style
Blakelands Country House, Guest House and RestaurantHalfpenny Green, Bobbington,South Staffordshire DY7 5DP
Tel: 01384 221000Visit: www.blakelands.co.uk
Booking Terms and Conditions Apply £5 per head deposit
will be required upon booking.
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OPTION A£18.00 PER PERSON
To StartSweet Potato & Leek Soup
Crunchy herb croutons,freshly baked roll & butter
Main CourseRoast Shropshire Turkey
Sage & shallot stuffing,roasted potatoes buttered whole
baby potatoes, sproutscarrots, peas, cranberry sauce
& gravy
DessertChristmas Puddingoozings of custard
ORSticky Red BerrySponge Pudding
Cotswold double creamOR
Vanilla Ice Cream
Tea or Coffee to finish
OPTION B£23.00 PER PERSON
To StartSweet Potato & Leek Soup
Crunchy herb croutons,freshly baked roll & butter
ORFricassee of
Woodland MushroomsGarlic cream, tossed leaves
& hand torn basil
Main CourseRoast Shropshire Turkey & PorkSage & shallot stuffing, kilted sausageshoney roast parsnips, roasted potatoes
buttered whole baby potatoessprouts, broccoli, carrots, peas
cranberry & apple sauces & gravy
DessertsTraditional Christmas Pudding
Oozings of custardOR
Blakelands FamousZesty Lemon Torte
Cotswold creamOR
Welsh & Shire VintageCheese Platter
ORIce Cream Sundae
Tea or Coffee to finishChocolate mints & mince pies
OPTION C£27.50 PER PERSON
To StartArbroath Smoked Salmon& Freshwater Prawn Salad
With sea relishcucumber and lemon crème
ORFricassee of
Woodland MushroomsGarlic cream
tossed leaves & hand torn basilOR
Fresh Pearls of Melon& Parma Ham
With a cool brie veloutetossed green leaf salad
Main CourseFillet of Pattingham Beef
Glazed shallots, Portobello mushrooms& claret infusion with duchess potatotraditional roast potatoes, cauliflowercheese, baton carrots, sprouts & peas
DessertBoozy Christmas Pudding
& brandy sauceOR
Raspberry PavlovaWith mascarpone & toasted almond
creamOR
Baked Vanilla CheesecakeTrio of warm chocolate sauceswhite & milk chocolate curls
ORVintage StiltonWholemeal biscuits& red onion chutney
Tea or Coffee to finishChocolate mints & mini mince pies
OPTION D£13.00 PER PERSON
Christmas BuffetWhite & Granary Sandwicheswith the following fillings
Turkey & Cranberry; Roast Beef;Tuna Salad; Salmon & Cream Cheese;
Mature Welsh Cheddar;Honey Roast Ham; WarmMini Pizza;
Warm Cheesy Garlic Slices;Pattingham Pork Pie; Kilted Sausages;
Vegetarian Samosa’s;Prawn Cocktail Vol-au-vonts;
Buffet Sausage Rolls;Black Pudding Slices;Chicken Crunchies;
Cheese & Pineapple on Sticks;Assorted Green Salad; Cherry Tomatoes;Cucumber & Radishes; Bowls of Crisps.
Christmas Buffet Extras AvailableCall For Details
or Visit OurWeb Site
ChristmasCrackersfor
every table
BBllaakkeellaannddssCountry HouseOur Banqueting Christmas Menus are exclusively
available for parties of 40 guests or more in The Maltings Banquet Hall .
parties of less than 40 guests please see our restaurant menu
Celebrate Christmas in Style
Blakelands Country House, Guest House and RestaurantHalfpenny Green, Bobbington,South Staffordshire DY7 5DP
Tel: 01384 221000Visit: www.blakelands.co.uk
Booking Terms and Conditions Apply £5 per head deposit
will be required upon booking.
The Essential Party Planning Guide 1111
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Take into consideration who will be attendingthe party. Not everyone wants to dance, noteveryone wants to listen to music, somepeople want to talk and relax.Accommodate for different interests andlevels of social comfort with space planning ifit is possible, and if applicable, different agegroups.
Make invitations, buy them or email them.Pass them out within a reasonable time frameand chase people for a definite answer as towhether or not they are able to attend.
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Determine a date and time for your party, havea couple of date options when booking yourvenue, remember most people will wantweekend dates so a couple of week night datesshould secure you with a booking and maybearrange with the boss to come to work a littlelater the next day.
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Take into consideration who will be attendingthe party. Not everyone wants to dance, noteveryone wants to listen to music, somepeople want to talk and relax.Accommodate for different interests andlevels of social comfort with space planning ifit is possible, and if applicable, different agegroups.
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If you are having a function with music pickmusic that you think will be most agreeable tothe spirit or theme of your party and yourguests. Set the mood and tone of the partywith your music, lighting, decoration andattire.
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It may be that you want to make speeches,present gifts, awards or prizes at your party ifso it is best to do this earlier in the eveningbefore people have had a few too many drinksand hit the dance floor.
If you exchange presents at your party, SecretSanta is the most popular and cost effectiveway to do this. Decide on a budget, puteveryone’s name in a hat and each persondraws out a ticket, whosever name is on theticket is who you buy a gift for, everyonespends the same and everyone has a present.Try and tailor the present to the person even ifyou don’t know them well, take intoconsideration their age and position in thecompany not every MD wants an apron with anaked body on it! And the quiet lady inaccounts may not appreciate a soap on a ropein the shape of a body part, so don’t get toocarried away.
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DessertsBaklavaSelection of traditional Middle Easternpastries with a crème fraiche dip.Various Ice CreamsSelection of unique flavoured creamyice creams, topped with fresh cream andsauces.Alex's Gateaux of the day
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Opened in May 2008, Alex's RestaurantCafe Bar is unique in the city ofWolverhampton - specialising inMediterranean food, Arabic and MiddleEastern food...a mouth-watering fusionof Egyptian, Portuguese, Italian, Greekand Lebanese dishes
Creating Alex's Restaurant has been alabour of love for Alex Abdel Aal and hispartner Paula. The couple have left nostone unturned in developing anauthentic Mediterranean experienceoffering delicious food and drink in arelaxing setting with first-rate service
Alex has relished the challenge ofdeveloping Alex's Restaurant in Wolver-hampton from a blank canvas, and hehas drawn on his memories of hisEgyptian roots by presenting the types ofdelicious food that his mother used tocook, using the same recipes, herbs andspices.
Alex's Restaurant in Compton,Wolverhampton seats around 60 peoplein the relaxed setting of the upstairsdining area. There is also a downstairseating area which has disabled accessand toilet facilities.
The Cafe Bar located on the ground floorseats around 20 people and there is alsothe opportunity to dine outside,cafe-style on the canal-side terrace, orrelax with a cup of coffee or a glass ofdraught Peroni in the company of friendsor family.
Alex said
"This is totallyunique...we are bringing bothsides of theMediterraneantogether throughherbs, spices, seeds”
Alex'sWelcome to
If you are looking for somewhere unique for your private party,family celebration, wedding reception or business meeting look nofurther than
Alex'sCHRISTMAS FAYRE MENUAvailable Monday 29\11\2010 to Friday 24\12\2010
£ 19.95 per personONLY £15.95 per person
for booking taken prior to 15/11/10
JOIN US ONCHRISTMAS DAY
£57.95 per person£28.00 per child under 12 years
Limited availabilityVisit our website to see ourfabulous menu
ARABIAN NIGHTSaturday 30th October
3 COURSE MEALAND LIVE BELLY DANCE.Only £16.95 per person
SEE OURWEBSITE FOR MORE EVENTS
ALEX'S SUNDAYLUNCH FEAST2 Course meal £10.95Children under 12 £5.00
Available Sundays 12.00-4.00Booking advisable
5A Bridgnorth Road, Compton,Wolverhampton WV6 8AB
01902 759274Please browse our website
www.www.alexsrestaurantcafebar.co.ukto see our menu, wine list, photographs etc.Email: [email protected]
Food service times: Lunch Mon-Sat 12-3;Evenings Tue-Sat 6-9.30; Sunday lunch 12-4
StartersSoup of the DaySpicy Potato SaladMediterranean Prawn SaladHummus
Main CoursesAlex’s Roast TurkeyChicken HarrisaSlow Roasted Top-Side BeefSalmon & HollandaiseVegetable Tagine
DessertsBaklavaSelection of traditional Middle Easternpastries with a crème fraiche dip.Various Ice CreamsSelection of unique flavoured creamyice creams, topped with fresh cream andsauces.Alex's Gateaux of the day
Specialising in Mediterranean,Arabic and Middle Eastern foodAlex's Restaurant Cafe Bar
can be reserved for party bookingswhere you can entertainup to 60 or so guests‘Where eating becomes a pleasure’
"where eating becomes a pleasure"Having over 30 years of experience inrestaurant catering and a lifetime ofpassion for creating deliciously flavouredfood our menu offers a fusion ofMediterranean and Middle Easterncooking for a deliciously differentrestaurant experience.
Opened in May 2008, Alex's RestaurantCafe Bar is unique in the city ofWolverhampton - specialising inMediterranean food, Arabic and MiddleEastern food...a mouth-watering fusionof Egyptian, Portuguese, Italian, Greekand Lebanese dishes
Creating Alex's Restaurant has been alabour of love for Alex Abdel Aal and hispartner Paula. The couple have left nostone unturned in developing anauthentic Mediterranean experienceoffering delicious food and drink in arelaxing setting with first-rate service
Alex has relished the challenge ofdeveloping Alex's Restaurant in Wolver-hampton from a blank canvas, and hehas drawn on his memories of hisEgyptian roots by presenting the types ofdelicious food that his mother used tocook, using the same recipes, herbs andspices.
Alex's Restaurant in Compton,Wolverhampton seats around 60 peoplein the relaxed setting of the upstairsdining area. There is also a downstairseating area which has disabled accessand toilet facilities.
The Cafe Bar located on the ground floorseats around 20 people and there is alsothe opportunity to dine outside,cafe-style on the canal-side terrace, orrelax with a cup of coffee or a glass ofdraught Peroni in the company of friendsor family.
Alex said
"This is totallyunique...we are bringing bothsides of theMediterraneantogether throughherbs, spices, seeds”
Alex'sWelcome to
If you are looking for somewhere unique for your private party,family celebration, wedding reception or business meeting look nofurther than
Alex'sCHRISTMAS FAYRE MENUAvailable Monday 29\11\2010 to Friday 24\12\2010
£ 19.95 per personONLY £15.95 per person
for booking taken prior to 15/11/10
JOIN US ONCHRISTMAS DAY
£57.95 per person£28.00 per child under 12 years
Limited availabilityVisit our website to see ourfabulous menu
ARABIAN NIGHTSaturday 30th October
3 COURSE MEALAND LIVE BELLY DANCE.Only £16.95 per person
SEE OURWEBSITE FOR MORE EVENTS
ALEX'S SUNDAYLUNCH FEAST2 Course meal £10.95Children under 12 £5.00
Available Sundays 12.00-4.00Booking advisable
5A Bridgnorth Road, Compton,Wolverhampton WV6 8AB
01902 759274Please browse our website
www.www.alexsrestaurantcafebar.co.ukto see our menu, wine list, photographs etc.Email: [email protected]
Food service times: Lunch Mon-Sat 12-3;Evenings Tue-Sat 6-9.30; Sunday lunch 12-4
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StartersSoup of the DaySpicy Potato SaladMediterranean Prawn SaladHummus
Main CoursesAlex’s Roast TurkeyChicken HarrisaSlow Roasted Top-Side BeefSalmon & HollandaiseVegetable Tagine
DessertsBaklavaSelection of traditional Middle Easternpastries with a crème fraiche dip.Various Ice CreamsSelection of unique flavoured creamyice creams, topped with fresh cream andsauces.Alex's Gateaux of the day
Specialising in Mediterranean,Arabic and Middle Eastern foodAlex's Restaurant Cafe Bar
can be reserved for party bookingswhere you can entertainup to 60 or so guests‘Where eating becomes a pleasure’
"where eating becomes a pleasure"Having over 30 years of experience inrestaurant catering and a lifetime ofpassion for creating deliciously flavouredfood our menu offers a fusion ofMediterranean and Middle Easterncooking for a deliciously differentrestaurant experience.
Opened in May 2008, Alex's RestaurantCafe Bar is unique in the city ofWolverhampton - specialising inMediterranean food, Arabic and MiddleEastern food...a mouth-watering fusionof Egyptian, Portuguese, Italian, Greekand Lebanese dishes
Creating Alex's Restaurant has been alabour of love for Alex Abdel Aal and hispartner Paula. The couple have left nostone unturned in developing anauthentic Mediterranean experienceoffering delicious food and drink in arelaxing setting with first-rate service
Alex has relished the challenge ofdeveloping Alex's Restaurant in Wolver-hampton from a blank canvas, and hehas drawn on his memories of hisEgyptian roots by presenting the types ofdelicious food that his mother used tocook, using the same recipes, herbs andspices.
Alex's Restaurant in Compton,Wolverhampton seats around 60 peoplein the relaxed setting of the upstairsdining area. There is also a downstairseating area which has disabled accessand toilet facilities.
The Cafe Bar located on the ground floorseats around 20 people and there is alsothe opportunity to dine outside,cafe-style on the canal-side terrace, orrelax with a cup of coffee or a glass ofdraught Peroni in the company of friendsor family.
Alex said
"This is totallyunique...we are bringing bothsides of theMediterraneantogether throughherbs, spices, seeds”
Alex'sWelcome to
If you are looking for somewhere unique for your private party,family celebration, wedding reception or business meeting look nofurther than
Alex'sCHRISTMAS FAYRE MENUAvailable Monday 29\11\2010 to Friday 24\12\2010
£ 19.95 per personONLY £15.95 per person
for booking taken prior to 15/11/10
JOIN US ONCHRISTMAS DAY
£57.95 per person£28.00 per child under 12 years
Limited availabilityVisit our website to see ourfabulous menu
ARABIAN NIGHTSaturday 30th October
3 COURSE MEALAND LIVE BELLY DANCE.Only £16.95 per person
SEE OURWEBSITE FOR MORE EVENTS
ALEX'S SUNDAYLUNCH FEAST2 Course meal £10.95Children under 12 £5.00
Available Sundays 12.00-4.00Booking advisable
5A Bridgnorth Road, Compton,Wolverhampton WV6 8AB
01902 759274Please browse our website
www.www.alexsrestaurantcafebar.co.ukto see our menu, wine list, photographs etc.Email: [email protected]
Food service times: Lunch Mon-Sat 12-3;Evenings Tue-Sat 6-9.30; Sunday lunch 12-4
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Celebrate in style in the contemporary surroundings of our refurbished restaurant.
For Christmas Parties or to book Christmas Day Lunch Call Rafique
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WOMBOURNEVILLAGE
CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS AT WOMBOURNE TANDOORI
Celebrate in style in the contemporary surroundings of our refurbished restaurant.
For Christmas Parties or to book Christmas Day Lunch Call Rafique
WE ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE WE HAVE RECEIVED A
5 STAR RATEMYPLACE AWARDPRESENTED BY SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
VISIT: www.ratemyplace.org.uk
Also Winner of ‘SIMPLY THE BEST RESTAURANT’ award 2009& The Spotlight Awards ‘BEST EATING PLACE - CASUAL’2007/2008
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‘CHEERS’CHRISTMAS
Thirst quenching and uplifting,nothing starts a great night outlike well-made cocktail.
Here are a few tried and testedfavourites from Stephen Hay,of Pure SpiritDrinks.
For those in the know there is an art to creating the best ginand tonic. Of course it all starts with a quality gin whichshould be no lower than 40% Vol.
Fill a tall chilled glass with two thirds ice, a squeeze of freshlycut lime and a generous measure of gin (forget the measur-ing glass and live a little). Top with some quality chilled tonicwater and garnish with some cut cucumber.
No trip to Cuba is complete without sampling one of Hemingway’smany favourite tipples. Fortunately, you don’t have to take a 10 hourflight to Havana to enjoy this classy Caribbean favourite. We favourthe quick ‘shaken not stirred’ route to producing this cocktail.
Simply shake vigorously with ice about 60ml of premium white rum,1 tablespoon of superfine sugar, fresh mint leaves (maybe six toeight), and a generous slug of lime. Pour into a tall glass withoutstraining and top up with chilled soda water. Option of garnishingwith a spring of mint.
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Place 60ml of cognac and 60 ml of crème de cacao in a blender,with about half a cup of vanilla ice cream. Blend until smooth, pourinto a martini glass and finish with a sprinkle of nutmeg.
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Once again becoming increasingly fashionable on the contemporarybar scene, this Bourbon-based drink dates back to the late 1800’s.With the growth in small-batch producers, there has never been abetter time to do some muddling and give this cocktail a go.
Use a chilled old fashioned glass and add a soaked sugar cube (withAngostura bitters), a dash of premium bourbon, and combine somelemon zest, and a squeeze of fresh orange.
Muddle all the ingredients together then fill the glass with ice and ahealthy slug of bourbon (also option of adding some soda water). Stiragain and finish with a slice of fresh orange.
Place 1 sugar cube in a champagne flute then soak with Angosturabitters. Pour in about 30 ml of premium vodka, then fill withChampagne, Cava or even English Sparking Wine!
A quick exciting cocktail with a nice kick, just make sure somebodyelse drives the Aston home.
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‘CHEERS’CHRISTMAS
Thirst quenching and uplifting,nothing starts a great night outlike well-made cocktail.
Here are a few tried and testedfavourites from Stephen Hay,of Pure SpiritDrinks.
For those in the know there is an art to creating the best ginand tonic. Of course it all starts with a quality gin whichshould be no lower than 40% Vol.
Fill a tall chilled glass with two thirds ice, a squeeze of freshlycut lime and a generous measure of gin (forget the measur-ing glass and live a little). Top with some quality chilled tonicwater and garnish with some cut cucumber.
No trip to Cuba is complete without sampling one of Hemingway’smany favourite tipples. Fortunately, you don’t have to take a 10 hourflight to Havana to enjoy this classy Caribbean favourite. We favourthe quick ‘shaken not stirred’ route to producing this cocktail.
Simply shake vigorously with ice about 60ml of premium white rum,1 tablespoon of superfine sugar, fresh mint leaves (maybe six toeight), and a generous slug of lime. Pour into a tall glass withoutstraining and top up with chilled soda water. Option of garnishingwith a spring of mint.
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One of greatest cocktails, we areslightly partial to this ice cream version!
Place 60ml of cognac and 60 ml of crème de cacao in a blender,with about half a cup of vanilla ice cream. Blend until smooth, pourinto a martini glass and finish with a sprinkle of nutmeg.
Its that simple.
This stylish drink makes a refreshing change to Baileys.
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Once again becoming increasingly fashionable on the contemporarybar scene, this Bourbon-based drink dates back to the late 1800’s.With the growth in small-batch producers, there has never been abetter time to do some muddling and give this cocktail a go.
Use a chilled old fashioned glass and add a soaked sugar cube (withAngostura bitters), a dash of premium bourbon, and combine somelemon zest, and a squeeze of fresh orange.
Muddle all the ingredients together then fill the glass with ice and ahealthy slug of bourbon (also option of adding some soda water). Stiragain and finish with a slice of fresh orange.
Place 1 sugar cube in a champagne flute then soak with Angosturabitters. Pour in about 30 ml of premium vodka, then fill withChampagne, Cava or even English Sparking Wine!
A quick exciting cocktail with a nice kick, just make sure somebodyelse drives the Aston home.
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Closing date for entries is 15.12.10. The winner will be drawn on 16.12.10 and notified. 4 course evening carvery must be taken by 24.12.10 Drinks are not included.
No cash prize alternatives. The judges decision is final, no correspondence will be entered in to.
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Silly hats and mild flirting are back – it must be time for theChristmas office party. Rid yourself of those grey suits andsensible flats and instead grab a pair of heels, an eye-
catching dress and some sparkling make-up, and prepare to rulethe dancefloor. This is one bit of overtime you’ll definitely enjoy.
Shop racks are positively groaning with party dresses at themoment, but here are some of our favourites, kicking off with a fewtwists on the classic little black dress. River Island has a gorgeousnumber with a floaty mesh and big ripples of material gatheredacross the bodice. With a nod to the florals on the catwalks F&Ffrom Tesco has designed a rose skirt for its LBD at a budget-friendly £30, but if you have some cash to splash then we adoreHobbs’s limited edition military dress (£199).
A big colour this winter is red. For a slinky number go to Georgeat ASDA where it’s stocking a v-necked satin dress that isguaranteed to make eyes swivel your way, as is the floor-sweeping design from Bonmarché. If pink is more your style thenForever Unique has a show-stopping long-sleeved dress withbeautiful trim, or for a subtler number we love Littlewoods.com’spale pink collar dress and the cutesy frill dress fromColourfulFashion.com.
If you relish being the centre of attention then plan a trip to RareOpulence for its creamy, frilled skirt and black bodice creation,pop in to Debenhams if you want to dazzle in sequins or go toVera Mont if you’re aching to show off your shimmering shouldersin a stunning backless dress.
1
Frock chickThe Christmas party is a once-a-year chance to sparkle. Here’s how…
All photography courtesy of PRshots
1 Tesco Clothing. F&F Shirt and tie set, £6, tuxedo trousers, £15, belt, £5,Rose Cornelli dress, £30. 2 Rare Opulence. Frilled skirt and bodice. 3 Hobbs.Limited Edition Military Dress, £199. 4 Simply Be. Floral print tunic, £45. 5 River Island. Elaine dress, £49.99. 6 Debenhams. Red Herring sequindress, £65. 7 Bonmarché. Plait mesh dress, £25. 8 George at ASDA. V-necksatin dress, £20. 9 Littlewoods.com. Pale pink embellished collar dress. 10 Apricot. Green wool print dress, 26. 11 TK Maxx. Black and pink placebandeau dress, £24.99. 12 ColourfulFashion.com. Dusky pink wave frilldress, £39.95. 13 Forever Unique. Embellished pink sleeve dress. 14 A|wear.Vintage Floral Dress, £35. 15 Vera Mont. Dress, £175.
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Silly hats and mild flirting are back – it must be time for theChristmas office party. Rid yourself of those grey suits andsensible flats and instead grab a pair of heels, an eye-
catching dress and some sparkling make-up, and prepare to rulethe dancefloor. This is one bit of overtime you’ll definitely enjoy.
Shop racks are positively groaning with party dresses at themoment, but here are some of our favourites, kicking off with a fewtwists on the classic little black dress. River Island has a gorgeousnumber with a floaty mesh and big ripples of material gatheredacross the bodice. With a nod to the florals on the catwalks F&Ffrom Tesco has designed a rose skirt for its LBD at a budget-friendly £30, but if you have some cash to splash then we adoreHobbs’s limited edition military dress (£199).
A big colour this winter is red. For a slinky number go to Georgeat ASDA where it’s stocking a v-necked satin dress that isguaranteed to make eyes swivel your way, as is the floor-sweeping design from Bonmarché. If pink is more your style thenForever Unique has a show-stopping long-sleeved dress withbeautiful trim, or for a subtler number we love Littlewoods.com’spale pink collar dress and the cutesy frill dress fromColourfulFashion.com.
If you relish being the centre of attention then plan a trip to RareOpulence for its creamy, frilled skirt and black bodice creation,pop in to Debenhams if you want to dazzle in sequins or go toVera Mont if you’re aching to show off your shimmering shouldersin a stunning backless dress.
1
Frock chickThe Christmas party is a once-a-year chance to sparkle. Here’s how…
All photography courtesy of PRshots
1 Tesco Clothing. F&F Shirt and tie set, £6, tuxedo trousers, £15, belt, £5,Rose Cornelli dress, £30. 2 Rare Opulence. Frilled skirt and bodice. 3 Hobbs.Limited Edition Military Dress, £199. 4 Simply Be. Floral print tunic, £45. 5 River Island. Elaine dress, £49.99. 6 Debenhams. Red Herring sequindress, £65. 7 Bonmarché. Plait mesh dress, £25. 8 George at ASDA. V-necksatin dress, £20. 9 Littlewoods.com. Pale pink embellished collar dress. 10 Apricot. Green wool print dress, 26. 11 TK Maxx. Black and pink placebandeau dress, £24.99. 12 ColourfulFashion.com. Dusky pink wave frilldress, £39.95. 13 Forever Unique. Embellished pink sleeve dress. 14 A|wear.Vintage Floral Dress, £35. 15 Vera Mont. Dress, £175.
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The relaxed, friendly atmosphere of our restaurant togetherwith excellent service is something we take great pride in.We have37 years of experience in Indian cooking and we guarantee your satisfaction every time.
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4 COURSE CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH MENUSTARTERSFresh Melon - Prawn Cocktail - Chicken Dip - Shahi Platter - Trio of Samosa- Vegetable Platter - Shish Kebab
MAIN COURSES
KURZI CHICKENWhole spring Chicken roasted in a clay oven, thencooked in a specially blended spices stuffed with mincemeat flavoured with green herbs, served with special pulao rice salad & our special gravy made by our chef
TRADITIONAL ROAST TURKEYSlices of roast turkey served with stuffed bacon, chipolata sausage, brussels sprouts, green peas, boiled & roast potatoes
DESSERTChristmas pudding - Coconut Ice - Fantastica - Orange Sorbet - Chocolate Borfi (Indian Dessert)
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KURZI LAMBLamb roasted in a clay oven then cooked withexotic spices, herbs & baby spinach leaves,specially prepared to a very traditional recipe,served with special pulao rice, salad & our special gravy made by our chef
FISH DISHChennai roasted salmon fillet, sour mangosauce with mushroom rice & spring vegtables
Or you can select dishes from our menuVegetarian dishes upon request
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DO go to the party, you are never too old,too young, or too cool to enjoy a party.
DO RSVP in good time – no one likes lastminute add ons.
DON’T bring uninvited guests. Events areusually planned based for a certainamount of people, the uninvited may getsome dirty looks when food runs out forthe employees.
DO join in on the fun. If the event isthemed go with it, everyone will enjoy theevent that much more if everyone is involved.
Normally any employee would want to stand-out from the crowd, except at the worksChristmas do. Employees and employers alike, here are a few tips to keep you out of hotwater.
��������DO thank your employer and the colleagues who were part of the planning.Large events cost more and take longer toplan than many think.
DON’T drink too much, be careful howmuch you drink and how much you starttalking. Office gossip only intensifies whenalcohol is part of the mix.
DO bring a camera along, but DON’t forget there likely will be other camerasthere too. Behave appropriately.
DON’T decide to declare undying love fora colleague you will only live to regret it.
DO choose a menu that can be enjoyed byeveryone – from the meat lovers to thevegetarians. Caterers are inventive,options are endless.
DO make sure all employees are invited,leaving someone out can cause moreproblems than its worth.
DO let everyone know whether or not theparty is only for employees or if partnersor a guest are invited too.
DO decide in advance how much thecompany would like to spend on the bar.If there is a cap on the host bar, give allyour employees a chosen number of drinktickets per person. This keeps it fair andavoids the potential issue of someemployees only making it to the bar afterthe switch to cash.
DO think of safety first. Make sure yourguests have a way home. Pre arrangeTaxi’s for guest who don’t intend to drive,mini buses can be arranged for largerparties who are travelling to severaldestinations.
DON’T go overboard and take on toomuch responsibility. There are eventplanners and caterers for a reason.The Christmas works do is supposed to bea time for everyone to relax and forgetabout work for the evening.
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Guide to Good Dining
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DO choose a menu that can be enjoyed byeveryone – from the meat lovers to thevegetarians. Caterers are inventive,options are endless.
DO make sure all employees are invited,leaving someone out can cause moreproblems than its worth.
DO let everyone know whether or not theparty is only for employees or if partnersor a guest are invited too.
DO decide in advance how much thecompany would like to spend on the bar.If there is a cap on the host bar, give allyour employees a chosen number of drinktickets per person. This keeps it fair andavoids the potential issue of someemployees only making it to the bar afterthe switch to cash.
DO think of safety first. Make sure yourguests have a way home. Pre arrangeTaxi’s for guest who don’t intend to drive,mini buses can be arranged for largerparties who are travelling to severaldestinations.
DON’T go overboard and take on toomuch responsibility. There are eventplanners and caterers for a reason.The Christmas works do is supposed to bea time for everyone to relax and forgetabout work for the evening.
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The EssentialParty Planning Guide
Guide to Good Dining
The Villager Magazine
The Tettenhall Clock
The Park Magazine
To advertisein the next edition of any ofthe magazines in the series
PLEASE CALL07726 790 233
OR 00121 288 6363
E: [email protected]: www.villagermagazine.co.uk
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