Event Pack

INTRODUCTION
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The Art Gallery of New South Wales is an iconic and culturally rich location, a place of
experience and inspiration. Established in 1871, the dramatic heritage listed facade sets the tone
for an impressive event with maximum impact from the moment your guests enter the building.
Owned by Matt Moran and Bruce Solomon, CHISWICK at the Gallery is the exclusive resident
catering company at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
This extraordinary gallery offers several stunning event spaces including the Grand Court,
the CHISWICK at the Gallery restaurant, The Modern Australian Gallery, the Restaurant
Function Space, Art Gallery Café, Centenary Auditorium and the Domain Theatre. The Gallery
offers a combination of original architecture and sleek contemporary additions adorned with
international and Australian artworks. The Gallery is a unique venue that allows your guests to
combine their event with private viewings of some of the world’s most spectacular artworks.
CHISWICK at the Gallery provide professional event solutions delivered efficiently and
seamlessly. Our experienced event planners will provide you with personalised service and will
manage every aspect of your event from start to finish. Our contemporary menus are designed
by Matt Moran and Head Chef Laura Baratto, and are carefully crafted for every occasion to
reflect our client’s individual brief.
To discuss your next event with our events team please submit your request to
[email protected] or phone (02) 9225 1624.
We look forward to hearing from you.
“Thank you for working with us to create a beautiful experience for our clients last night at The
Art Gallery of NSW. The food station was elegant simple, perfectly executed, looked magnificent
and was a highlight of the evening. It is always such a pleasure to work with your team and we
appreciate the attention to detail”
BRAD HARVEY
Country Managing Director, Bvlgari Australia
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VENUES
The Art Gallery of New South Wales features
several exquisite events spaces
GRAND COURT
Extending beyond the classical vestibule, the
Grand Court is the main foyer of the Gallery
and the largest space for a function. With
capacity for 350 guests for a seated dinner
and 900 guests for a cocktail function, this
venue is the ideal location for a large-scale
corporate event.
THE MODERN AUSTRALIAN GALLERY
Located on entry level of the Gallery, this area
boasts spectacular views of Woolloomooloo
and the Domain accompanied by an everchanging collection of 20th and 21st Century
Australian artworks. With capacity for a
cocktail function for up to 170 guests, this
venue provides the perfect location for arrival
cocktails for a dinner function, or for a drinks
reception following a full day conference.
CENTENARY AUDITORIUM
With tiered seating for up to 90 guests, this
fully equipped theatre is a state-of-the-art
facility suited to presentations, lectures, film
screenings and seminars.
THE DOMAIN THEATRE
Featuring a large cinema-size screen and
with tiered auditorium seating for 320 guests,
this theatre is purpose-built for large-scale
conferences and presentations.
CHISWICK AT THE GALLERY RESTAURANT
This iconic restaurant site features a
contemporary dining room with beautiful
furnishings and design, casual bar area with a
large communal table, and views overlooking
Woolloomooloo and Sydney Harbour. The space
has capacity for 128 sit-down and 200 cocktail.
Within the rear of the restaurant space there
is also a smaller, semi-private area, known as
the 90’s, this space seats up to 22 guests for a
more intimate breakfast, lunch or dinner event
(pictured)
ART GALLERY CAFÉ
Perfect for an informal cocktail event, this function
space also offers an outdoor area. Suitable for
networking drinks following a full day conference,
this area can accommodate a maximum of 300
guests for a cocktail event.
THE RESTAURANT FUNCTION SPACE
With floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing
impressive views of Woolloomooloo, this venue
provides a unique semi-private space with an
abundance of natural light. With capacity for 140
guests for a dinner function or 180 guests for a
cocktail event the venue is an ideal location for
your next corporate function and can be booked
for exclusively by day or night.
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COCKTAIL
MENU
COLD CANAPÉ SELECTION
Scorched cauliflower, date, toasted almonds
Chicken rice paper roll, cucumber, Vietnamese sauce
Baked Hawksbury beetroot, snow peas, cabernet
sauvignon
Kingfish, cucumber, apple, yuzu
Seared tuna, daikon, ponzu, salsola
Vitello tonnato, Sebago crisp
Rock oyster, cider mignonette
Mixed sushi, pickled ginger, wasabi, soy
Watermelon, fennel, dill
Peking duck pancakes, hoisin dressing
Chicken liver parfait, fig
HOT CANAPÉ SELECTION
Pumpkin, goats cheese ravioli, pumpkin seeds, mustard
Mushroom, truffle arancini, black garlic aioli
Szechuan squid, lemon salt
Beef, mushroom pie
Grilled prawns, parsley, chilli, lime
Prawn, chicken Siu Mei dumpling, hoisin
Seared scallop, cauliflower, dashi
Lamb cutlets, tarragon salsa
SWEET CANAPES
Coconut, mango trifle
Strawberry macaroon, tarragon, white chocolate
Rosemary, peanut butter fudge
Espresso chocolate tart
Apple, hibiscus, crumble tart
Fruit jellies
SUBSTANTIAL CANAPÉ SELECTION
Pea, mint, pecorino, spaghetti
Pearl barley, pumpkin, feta, baby spinach salad
Prawn cocktail
Fish, chips, tartare sauce
Fried chicken, cucumber, red curry, steamed bun
Snow crab slider, lettuce, kewpie, gherkins
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CHISWICK AT THE GALLERY
COLLECTIVE
MENU
DESIGNED TO BE SHARED
Garlic flatbread, olive oil, garden thyme
Honey roasted pumpkin, holy goat, pickled baby turnips
House cured kingfish, pickled rhubarb, cucumber, tarragon
Crispy chicken, house gherkins, ranch mayonnaise
Roasted Petuna salmon tail, silverbeet, mustard dressing
Slow-roasted Moran family lamb, charmoula, zucchini, mint
Kale and ricotta ravioli, sweet potato, chilli, sorrel
New season kifpler potatoes, house dressing, garden herbs
Coconut panna cotta, Granny Smith apple, lemon verbena
Chocolate, pistachio, mandarin
Please note this menu is subject to change
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DINING
MENU
ENTREE
Winter salad, burrata, marjoram, cumin lavosh
Kale and ricotta ravioli, chilli
House cured ocean trout, apple cucumber, yuzu
Seared tuna, tempura Salsola, ponzu, lime, chilli
Seared scallops, chestnut, asparagus
Chicken, pork terrine, spiced pear chutney, petite leaves
Bresaola, labne, mint, plums, confit lemon
SIDES
MAIN COURSE
Pan-roasted snapper, seasonal mushrooms, chives
Steamed trevalla, snow pea, radish
Roasted barramundi, capsicum, sherry vinegar, garden parsley
Roasted salmon, fennel, soy bean, miso
Grilled pork cutlet, witlof, burnt orange
Roasted chicken, crushed peas, mint, lemon
Beef fillet, scorched broccoli, smoked almond butter
DESSERT
Fresh berries, meringue, yoghurt sorbet
Honey and pinenut tart
Coconut panna cotta, apple, verbena
Blackberry bombe Alaska
Chocolate brownie, honeycomb, banana ice-cream
Selection of Australian cheeses
Serves 4–5 people
We recommend a minimum of 2 sides per table
Baby green leaves salad, house made vinaigrette
Green vegetables, lemon olive oil
New season kipfler potatoes, house dressing, garden herbs
Truffle mash potato, chives
VEGETARIAN MAIN COURSE
Roast Chantenay carrots, cherry tomatoes, asparagus
Semolina gnocchi, rainbow chard, fennel, olive, pistachio
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BREAKFAST
MENU
BREAKFAST CANAPES
Mini pikelets, ricotta, season berries
Mini bagels, dill crème fraiche, capers
Muesli Jars, yoghurt, poached seasonal fruit
Mini croissant, smoked ham, gruyere cheese
Roast vegetable frittata
TABLE BUFFET BREAKFAST MENU
Please choose one item from the selection below
Eggs benedict, smoked ham
Poached eggs, smoked salmon, spinach, toasted muffin,
hollandaise sauce
Scramble eggs, bacon, toasted muffin, oven dried
tomatoes
Field mushrooms, toast, roasted trellis tomatoes
Please choose four items from the selection below
Both options include chilled orange juice, iced water, pressed plunger
Oven baked muesli
Bircher muesli
Banana bread, butter, jams
Assorted danish pastries, muffins
Seasonal fruit platter, cinnamon natural yoghurt
Buttermilk pancakes, ricotta, banana, honey
Smoked salmon bagel, dill crème fraiche
Double smoked ham, cheese croissant
Croque monsieur
Bacon, egg rolls
coffee, teas, infusions
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DELEGATE
DAY
MENU
ON ARRIVAL
Fresh orange juice
Pressed plunger coffee, teas, infusions
MorSol muesli bars
MORNING TEA
Freshly baked assorted pastries, fresh fruit
Pressed plunger coffee, teas, infusions
WORKING LUNCH
Mezze, breads, Turkish bread
Served with your choice of three (3) dips:
Hummus, chickpeas, parsley
Eggplant, zaatar
Cucumber, yoghurt, dill
Romesco, feta
Beetroot, horseradish
ACCOMPANIED BY YOUR CHOICE OF 2 SALADS
Heirloom tomato salad, basil, croutons, balsamic glaze
Beetroot, chickpea, mint, smoked almonds
Brussels sprout, parmesan, radish
Poached salmon, cabbage, beans, dill
Rare roast beef, watercress, kipfler, beetroot
ACCOMPANIED BY YOUR CHOICE OF 2 OF THE FOLLOWING
Chef’s deli selection of cold meats and pickles
Roasted salmon, fennel, soy beans, miso
Chicken, pesto, fettucine
Beef tagine, pistachio couscous
CHOOSE 1 OF THE DESSERT TO BE SERVED WITH LUNCH
Seasonal fruit platters
Lemon meringue tart, berries
Berry frangipane tart
Chocolate tart
AFTERNOON TEA
Gourmet biscuits selection
Pressed plunger coffee, teas, infusions
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WINE
LIST
Please note all wines listed below are subject to availability; if you require
assistance with your choices our Sommelier would be pleased to help.
We also have a wide range of premium cellar wines available on request.
EFFERVESCENT
NV Bartlett’s Brut by Taltarni, Pyrenees VIC 44
NV Tenute Arnaces Prosecco, Fruili ITA 56
NV Piper Heidsieck Brut, Reims FRA 110
NV Charles Heidsieck Reserve, Reims Champagne FRA 150
2004 Pol Roger Brut, Epernay Champagne FRA 295
WHITES & ROSE
2014 Cooper Burns Riesling, Eden Valley SA 66
2013 Armani IO Pinot Grigio, Trentino ITA 56
2014 Logan Sauvignon Blanc, Orange NSW 54
2005 Stella Bella Chardonnay, Margaret River WA 75
2014 Domaine Les Mesclanes ‘Charmes ‘ Rosé, Provence FRA 52
REDS
2015 Lime Kiln Point Pinot Noir, Derwent Valley 58
2013 Castelluccio Le More Sangiovese, Emilia-Romagna ITA 55
2014 Bartlett’s Shiraz by Eden Road, Gundagai NSW 45
2013 Caillard ‘Reynell Selection’ Cabernet Sauvignon, Coonawarra SA 66
2014 Rusden Ripper Creek Cabernet Shiraz, Barossa Valley SA 72
BEERS
James Squire ‘One Fifty Lashes’ Pale Ale, NSW
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Heineken Lager, Holland 9
James Boag’s Premium, TAS 8
James Boag’s Premium Light, TAS 7
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BEVERAGE
PACKAGES
Please note all wines listed below are subject to availability; if you require
assistance with your choices our Sommelier would be pleased to help.
We also have a wide range of premium cellar wines available on request.
PACKAGE 1: CLASSIC
Select one white wine and one red wine
PACKAGE 2: PREMIUM
Select one white wine and one red wine
Sparkling Wine
NV Leftbank Brut, South Eastern Australia
Sparkling Wine
NV Bartlett’s Brut by Taltarni, Pyrenees VIC
White Wine
2014 Leftbank Chardonnay, VIC
2015 Leftbank Sauvignon Blanc, VIC
White Wine
2015 Bartlett’s Pinot Gris by Lolgan, Orange NSW
2014 Bartlett’s Chardonnay by Tarrawarra Estate, Yarra
Valley VIC
Red Wine
2014 Leftbank Shiraz, Mudgee, NSW
2014 Leftbank Cabernet Merlot, VIC
Beer
James Boag’s Premium
James Boag’s Light
Sparkling mineral water
Wines and vintages are subject to change according to availability
Red Wine
2015 Bartlett’s Pinot Noir by De Bortoli, Yarra Valley VIC
2014 Bartlett’s Shiraz by Eden Road, Gundagai NSW
Beer
James Boag’s Premium
Heineken
James Boag’s Light
Sparkling mineral water
Wines and vintages are subject to change according to availability
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BEVERAGE
PACKAGES
PACKAGE 3: SOMMELIER
Select one white wine, one red wine and one full strength beer
Champagne
NV Piper Heidsieck Brut, Reims FRA
White Wine
2014 Cooper Burns Riesling, Eden Valley SA
2013 Armani IO Pinot Grigio, Trentino ITA
2014 Logan Sauvignon Blanc, Orange NSW
2013 McWilliams Chardonnay, Tumbarumba NSW
Red Wine
2015 Lime Kiln Point Pinot Noir, Derwent Valley
2013 Castelluccio Le More Sangiovese, Emilia-Romagna ITA
2013 Caillard ‘Reynell Selection’ Cabernet Sauvignon, Coonawarra SA
2013 Balnaves ‘The Blend’ Cabernet Merlot, Coonawarra SA
Beer
James Squire ‘One Fifty Lashes’ Pale Ale, NSW
Heineken Lager, Holland
James Boag’s Premium, TAS
James Boag’s Premium Light, TAS
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CONTACT
US
CHISWICK at the Gallery.
The Art Gallery of New South Wales
The Domain, Art Gallery Road
Sydney, NSW 2000
Phone: 02 9225 1624
[email protected]
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