Join us this Christmas Day at L'Ortolan for a festive buffet filled with an array of seasonal favourites and gourmet delights. From traditional holiday classics to unique dishes, our lavish spread is perfect for family gatherings and celebrations. Enjoy the festive atmosphere and create lasting memories with your loved ones as you indulge in a joyful Christmas Day feast.
12:30 - 15:30 hrs at L'Ortolan restaurant
Shellfish Bar
Razor clams | Vongole | Scallops | Mussels | Prawns | Fazolari
Terrine Station
Chicken & dried fruit
Pork, caramelized onions & sage
Duck livers, port & sour cherries
Rabbit & Maltese sausage
Christmas Classics Station
Roast beef carpaccio & horseradish
Mini brioche buns filled with pulled turkey & mustard | Sauerkraut
Pickled herring en croûte | Celeriac & apple salad
Smoked mackerel rillette | Pickled cucumber carpaccio | Dill | Toasted pumpkin seeds
Vegetarian Station
Panzanella
Grilled zucchini | Ricotta | Marjoram
Barley | Pumpkin | Spinach salad | Vegan yoghurt dressing
Wrapped asparagus | Quail eggs | Gherkins relish | Croutons
Quinoa | Avocado | Red kidney beans | Chickpeas | Cashew nuts
Spanish omelette | Garlic mayonnaise
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SOUP
Borlotti Bean Soup
Croutons | Grated cheddar cheese
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CARVERY
Stuffed Turkey
Chipolatas sausages | Cranberry sauce
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PASTA
Tagliolini with Lobster & Prawns
Gnocchi in gorgonzola | Walnuts | Radicchio & pear
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MAINS
Slow roasted lamb shoulder | Sauteed cabbage | Mint sauce
Tagliata of beef | Cherry tomato ragout | Pine nuts | Parmesan
Gammon | Cloves & honey glaze
Brussel sprouts | Speck & orange sauce
Steamed parsley potatoes
Caramelized carrots
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DESSERT LIVE STATION
Rum baba | Cinnamon cream
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DESSERTS
Christmas cake
Stollen
Mince pies
Pandoro & chocolate sauce
Christmas log
Cinnamon rolls & sauce anglaise
'Imbuljuta' - Maltese Christmas Drink
Price per adult: EUR 85
Kindly note that reservations must be made in advance.