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HILTON UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA CONFERENCE CENTER GAINESVILLE

WEDDING PACKAGES

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville | 1714 SW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL 32607 | t: +1 352 384 3405 f: +1 352 384 3455

YOUR BIG DAYMEANS A LOT TO US TOO

Congratulations on your recent engagement! We realize how important this day is to you and your loved ones. We specialize in the planning of this once in a life time event. At the Hilton University of Florida Gainesville, we can customize a wedding package to meet all your needs. We like to pamper our everyday guests, but we love to spoil our brides-to-be! Our dedicated Director of Romance will help you create the memories that will last a life time.

CEREMONY PACKAGESCeremony Fee of $600.00100 guests or less

Ceremony Fee of $800.00101 guests or more

CEREMONY RENTAL INCLUDES

• 50 F. Long White Carpet Aisle Runner• Electrical Outlets• Standard Banquet Chairs• Space Rental

*Outside capacity is 200 guests. Inside capacity is 360 guests. Chair covers are available for an additional fee. Outside Coordinator is preferred. Rehearsal space complimentary based on availability and will be confirmed 30 days in advance. All fees exclusive of 24% taxable service charge & taxes.

THE CEREMONYOur talented wedding team is experienced at transforming ballrooms large and small into gorgeous vow-perfect settings. Hold your wedding under our beautiful oak trees, well suited for an outdoor affair. Our wedding planners and staff will gladly help you discover the right setting to profess your love.


RECEPTION PACKAGE OVERVIEWChoose from one of our four wedding packages:

Platinum

Gold

Spanish Moss

Sweet Magnolia

Book your date within 7 days of your initial site visit or inquiry and receive:

• Champagne or Sparkling Cider Toast• Guest Room Accommodations for the

Bride & Groom, Night of the Wedding• Bridal Dressing Room-8hrs of Room

Use*Over $1,000 value

THE RECEPTIONThe cuisine, the music, the service and the ambiance—when it all comes together, the result will be amazing. We can’t help you with your first dance, but our experienced staff will ensure that all other details surrounding your elegant reception are handled to perfection. We will work with you on everything from menus and wine selection to candles and linens to help make your fairy tale wedding come true.

ALL PACKAGES INCLUDE• Use of our Ballrooms• Time Frame Based on Availability, up to 8 Hours• White Floor-Length Table Linens, White Damask Overlay & White Linen Napkins• Guest Tables ( 66”rounds) and Banquet Chairs• Dance Floor, Gift Table, Guest Book Table and Place Card Table• LED Votive Candles and Mirrors for the Table Centerpieces• Exclusive Discounted Room Rates for Guests with a Personalized Website Link for

Reservations (Based on Availability)• Essential Electrical for Entertainment (up to 20 amps)• Complimentary Parking for your Guests• Dedicated Wedding Specialist to Assist with your Venue and Catering Planning

*All packages are exclusive of a 24% taxable service charge and tax. All events must end prior to midnight. $250.00 Extra charge per hour past 12am up to 2am. The sales and service of alcoholic beverages are regulated by the State of Florida. As a Licensee, this hotel is responsible for the administration of the regulation. It is a policy; therefore alcoholic beverages cannot be brought into the hotel from the outside.


FEATURES• Three hour open bar featuring

Hilton Bar & Wine – Favorite Bars

• Hot & Cold Hors D’Oeuvres, butler passed during the cocktail reception

• Plated Dinner• All Entrees include chef’s

selection of starch, vegetable and an array of artisan breads

• Wedding cake will be cut and served by our banquet team, cake not included

• White Chair Covers

PLATINUM WEDDING$130.00 per person | 50 person minimum


HORS D’OEUVRESChoice of Four Butler-Passed Hors D’Oeuvres

COLD SPECIALTIES• Beef Tenderloin, Horseradish

Crème Fraiche on Crostini• Smoked Salmon and Dill

Roulade on Crouton• Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato and

Pesto Skewer• Vegetable Ratatouille on

Focaccia • Peppered Manchego and

Jamon de Parma• Shrimp and Artichoke Spoon,

Farm Buttermilk• Caviar on Blini, Crème Fraiche• Seared Ahi Tuna Wasabi

Cream, Crouton

HOT SPECIALTIES• Oriental Vegetable Spring Rolls,

Hot Mustard• Piquello Pepper Stuffed with

Quinoa Salad• Spanakopita• Scallops Wrapped in Bacon• Miniature Crab Cakes

Remoulade• Quiche Lorraine Applewood

Smoked Bacon• Beef Teriyaki Satay, Peanut

Sauce• Sesame Chicken Satay, Honey

Mustard Sauce• Gator Bites, Apple BBQ Sauce


SALAD(SELECT ONE)

Artisan Field GreensHeirloom Tear Drop Tomatoes, Hothouse Cucumbers, Herbed Champagne Vinaigrette

Traditional Caesar SaladRomaine Hearts, Shaved Grano Pedano, Garlic Croutons, Caesar Dressing

Iceberg Wedge SaladVine Ripe Tomatoes, Shaved Red Onions, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Buttermilk Ranch

ENTRÉE(SELECT UP TO TWO ENTRÉES OR ONE FROM DUET)

Roasted Tenderloin of BeefBordelaise Sauce, Garlic Whipped Potatoes, Fried Leeks

Dijon Panko Crusted SalmonRoasted Red Pepper Coulis, Herb Basmati Rice

Pan Seared Red SnapperFennel Risotto, Apple Agro-Dolce Sauce

Chicken MorelRed Pepper Risotto, Morel (Mushroom Veloute)

Manhattan Strip SteakRoasted Fingerling Potatoes, Garlic Confit, Red Wine Sauce

Chicken MarsalaGarlic Whipped Potatoes, Wild Mushroom Demi-Glace

Stuffed Red PepperMediterranean Flavors

Eggplant LasagnaRatatouille Vegetables, Basil Oil

DUET(SELECT ONE FOR AN ADDITIONAL $10)

Petit Fillet & Gulf ShrimpWhipped Potatoes, Truffle Demi-Glace

Chicken Serrano & Wild SalmonChicken Stuffed with Jamon Serrano & Manchego, Fingerling Potatoes, and Saffron Beurre Blanc


FEATURES• Two hour open bar featuring

Hilton Bar & Wine – Favorite Bars

• Hot & Cold Hors D’Oeuvres, butler passed during the cocktail reception

• Imported & domestic cheese with fresh seasonal fruit, assorted crackers, sliced baguettes and fresh vegetable crudités with fresh made dip

• Plated Dinner• All Entrees include chef’s

selection of starch, vegetable and an array of artisan breads

GOLD WEDDING$107.00 per person | 30 person minimum

HORS D’OEUVRESChoice of Two Butler-Passed Hors D’Oeuvres





Focaccia • Seared Ahi Tuna Wasabi

Cream, Crouton

HOT SPECIALTIES• Oriental Vegetable Spring Rolls,

Hot Mustard• Spanakopita• Scallops Wrapped in Bacon• Quiche Lorraine Applewood



Mustard Sauce


SALAD(SELECT ONE)

Artisan Field GreensHeirloom Tear Drop Tomatoes, Hothouse Cucumbers, Herbed Champagne Vinaigrette

Traditional Caesar SaladRomaine Hearts, Shaved Grano Pedano, Garlic Croutons, Caesar Dressing

ENTRÉE(SELECT UP TO TWO)

Grilled Sirloin Garlic Whipped Potatoes, Red Wine Demi-Glace

Seared SalmonRoasted Red Pepper Coulis, Herb Basmati Rice

Chicken PiccataRed Pepper Risotto, Lemon Butter Sauce

Chicken MarsalaGarlic Whipped Potatoes, Wild Mushroom Demi-Glace

Stuffed Red PepperMediterranean Flavors

Eggplant LasagnaRatatouille Vegetables, Basil Oil

FOR LATER IN THE EVENING

Freshly Brewed Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee and a Selection of Gourmet Teas, Accompanied by Heavy Whipped Cream, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, White, Dark & Milk Chocolate Shavings, Flavored Syrups & Rock

Candy Swizzle Sticks


SPANISH MOSS WEDDING$116.00 per person | 100 person minimum

FEATURESTwo Hour Open Bar Featuring Hilton Bar & Wine – Favorite Bars

Butler Passed Hors D’Oeuvres Reception & DisplaysCarving Station & Action Station

RECEPTION DISPLAYS(SELECT TWO)

Artisanal Selection of Local & Imported Cheeses

Assorted Breads and Crackers

Mediterranean BoardTapenade and Hummus, Flat Bread

BruschettaOlive and Classic Tomato

Seasonal Fruit Display With Berries and Fruit Yogurt Dip

Young Vegetable CruditésBleu Cheese and Farm Buttermilk Dip

HORS D’OEUVRES(SELECT TWO)





Focaccia • Peppered Manchego and

Jamon de Parma• Shrimp and Artichoke Spoon,

Farm Buttermilk• Caviar on Blini, Crème Fraiche• Seared Ahi Tuna Wasabi

Cream, Crouton

HOT SPECIALTIES• Oriental Vegetable Spring

Rolls, Hot Mustard• Piquello Pepper Stuffed with

Quinoa Salad• Spanakopita• Scallops Wrapped in Bacon• Miniature Crab Cakes

Remoulade• Quiche Lorraine Applewood



Mustard Sauce• Gator Bites, Apple BBQ Sauce


CARVING STATION(SELECT ONE)

Chef’s Choice of Sauté Seasonal Vegetable* Requires Chef Attendant at $100.00

Roasted Pork LoinQuince Porto Wine Sauce

Oven Roasted TurkeyCranberry and Apple Chutney

Top Round Rosemary Au Jus

Honey-Bourbon Smoked HamGlazed with Bourbon

ACTION STATIONS

Farm Stand Station Mixed Greens, Crispy Romaine, Croutons, Tomatoes, Onions, Cucumbers, Carrots and Parmesan Cheese and Bleu Cheese, Farm

Buttermilk, Caesar Dressing and Balsamic Vinaigrette

Pasta Station*Requires Chef Attendant at $100.00

Penne Pasta, Cheese Tortellini with Marinara, Pesto, Roasted Garlic CreamItalian Sausage, and Grilled Chicken, Shrimp, Fresh Tomatoes, Basil, Peppers, Caramelized Onions, Mushrooms, Olives

Mashed Potato Station Whipped Yukon Gold and Sweet Potatoes with Applewood Smoked Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Scallions, Sour Cream, Brown Sugar,

Cinnamon and Marshmallow


SWEET MAGNOLIA WEDDING$98.00 per person | 100 person minimum

FEATURESOne Hour Open Bar Featuring Hilton Bar & Wine – Favorite Bars

Served during the cocktail hour with:Imported and Domestic Cheeses with Fresh Fruit, Assorted Crackers, Sliced Baguettes

Elaborate Buffet Dinner


SALAD(SELECT ONE)

Caesar SaladCrispy Romaine, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan Cheese and Traditional Caesar Dressing

Woodland Green SaladMixed Salad Greens, Cucumbers, Tomato, and choice of Dressing

Spinach and Cranberry SaladCreamy Goat Cheese, Herb Vinaigrette

ENTRÉE(SELECT UP TO TWO)

Chicken Piccata Lemon Butter Sauce

Chicken MarsalaWild Mushroom Demi-Glace

Sliced Sirloin of BeefBordelaise Sauce

Marinated Flank SteakHerb Demi-Glace

Seared TilapiaLemon-Caper Sauce

Four Cheese TortelliniCreamy Pesto

ACCOMPANIMENTS(SELECT UP TO TWO)

Roasted Red PotatoesGarlic Whipped Potatoes

Basmati RiceRice Pilaf

Roasted AsparagusHaricot Vert

Seasonal Vegetables


ENHANCEMENTSCARVING STATION

Roasted Beef Tenderloin$20.00 Per Person

Port-Cherry Reduction, Horseradish Sauce, Dijon Mustard

Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef$15.00 Per Person

Au Jus, Horseradish Sauce & Petite Rolls

Sage and Honey Glazed Breast of Turkey$11.00 Per Person

Chipotle Cranberry Relish, Herb Mayonnaise

Dijon Bourbon Marinated Pork Loin$10.00 Per Person

Apple Bourbon Chutney, Whole Grain Mustard

Root Beer Glazed Smokehouse Ham$10.00 Per Person

Grilled Pineapple Relish, Spicy Honey Mustard Sauces

Cedar Plank Roasted Salmon$18.00 Per Person

Chili and Maple Glaze


DESSERTSViennese Station

$8.50 Per Person | 50 Person MinimumAn Assortment of Fresh Pastries, Mini Eclairs, Truffles, Petite Fours, Mini Cakes & Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

Chocolate Fondue Station$7.00 Per Person | 50 Person Minimum

Dark & White Chocolate with Strawberries, Lady Fingers, Pound Cake, Melon, Bananas, Vanilla Wafers & Pretzels

Gourmet Coffee with Pastries$6.00 Per Person | 30 Person Minimum


BAR & WINE - FAVORITE BARSOne Bar Required for Every 100 Guests | Bartender Fee of $150 per Bar

FAVORITE BRANDSSPIRITSNew Amsterdam Vodka, Bacardi Superior Rum, BeefeatersGin, Sauza Gold Tequila, Jim Beam Bourbon, Canadian Club6 Year, Dewar’s Scotch, DeKuyper Brand Cordials, Martini & Rossi Vermouth

WINESycamore Lane, California, Cabernet Sauvignon andChardonnay, Chateau St. Michelle Wine Estates NV Brut, Columbia Valley, WA, Sparkling

BEERBudweiser Light, Sam Adams Boston Lager, Corona Extra,St. Pauli Girl N.A

FAVORITE BARSPACKAGE BAR/OPEN BAR(Priced Per Person)1 Hour | 19Additional Hours | 9

HOSTED BAR(Priced Per Drink)Mixed Drinks | 9Imported Beer | 6Domestic Beer | 5

Wine by the Glass | 7Water | 3Soft Drinks | 3

CASH BAR(Priced Per Drink, Prices are Exclusive of Tax)Mixed Drinks | 12 Wine by the Glass | 9Imported Beer | 8 Water | 4Domestic Beer | 7 Soft Drinks | 4


BAR & WINE - APPRECIATED BARSOne Bar Required for Every 100 Guests | Bartender Fee of $150 per Bar

APPRECIATED BRANDSSPIRITSFinlandia Vodka, Bacardi Superior Rum, Tanqueray Gin,Milagro Silver Tequila, Makers Mark Bourbon, Canadian Club12 Year, Dewar’s Scotch, Jamison Irish Whiskey, Bailey’s IrishCream, Kahlua, DeKuyper Brands Cordials, Martini & RossiVermouth

WINETrinity Oaks, California, Cabernet Sauvignon and ChardonnayChateau St. Michelle Wine Estates NV Brut, Columbia Valley,WA, Sparkling

BEERBudweiser Light, Sam Adams Boston Lager, Corona Extra,St. Pauli Girl N.A.

APPRECIATED BARSPACKAGE BAR/OPEN BAR(Priced Per Person)1 Hour | 21Additional Hours | 11

HOSTED BAR(Priced Per Drink)Mixed Drinks | 11Imported Beer | 6Domestic Beer | 5

Wine by the Glass | 9Water | 3Soft Drinks | 3

CASH BAR(Priced Per Drink, Prices are Exclusive of Tax)Mixed Drinks | 15 Wine by the Glass | 12Imported Beer | 8 Water | 4Domestic Beer | 7 Soft Drinks | 4

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