York is a magical city during the festive season, and the city’s amazing food scene rises to the occasion with indulgent Christmas menus. Here are some of the best venues offering delicious holiday meals this year….
For a unique festive feast, Kalpakavadi brings South Indian flavors to the heart of York. Their Christmas menu combines traditional Kerala spices with festive vibes. There are two menus to choose from that both include a variety of delicious dishes. Menu one is £34.99 with a choice of starters including paneer pakora and fish fry, a variety of mains including beef roast and saag aloo, with mango payasam for dessert. Menu two is £39.99 and this includes welcome drinks, a pre-meal snack, a choice of bread and a Christmas pudding for dessert as well as a wide selection of mouth watering starters and mains. Don’t miss out on a delicious Kerala Christmas meal, head to Kalpakavadi to try their amazing festive menu.
Christmas has sprung to life at Lucia in York with an amazing Christmas menu. Enjoy a cosy and welcoming atmosphere as you celebrate Christmas with your friends or loved ones. For £38 you can enjoy two courses, or you can dig into three courses for only £45. The menu includes starters such as chicken liver patë, mains such as turkey escalope and classic desserts such as Christmas pudding and much more. There are also some amazing sparkling wines and champagnes to choose from. Each booking also includes bespoke handmade Christmas crackers and personalised place setting cards, taking this Christmas dinner experience to the next level.
Celebrate Christmas in the stunning surroundings of York Minster at the Refectory. York Minster Refectory offers a refined festive menu showcasing classic British flavours. Their Christmas Day luncheon includes dishes such as ham fritters, smoked Scottish Salmon, a butter roast Turkey breast and a traditional steamed plum pudding. There is also an amazing vegetarian menu including smoked heritage beetroot, heritage carrot and spiced marmalade wellington and more. This luxurious Christmas lunch is £250 per person with limited spaces available.
Hotel du Vin’s Christmas menu blends elegance with hearty flavours this festive season. Their festive Christmas day offering includes four courses with a glass of champagne. Starters include artichoke soup and whisky cured salmon, then you are served a gin and tonic sorbet, mains include roast turkey and beef wellington, with desserts offering four options including a sticky figgy pudding and a tarte au citron. After enjoying all of this you can dig into some mince pies, crackers, clementines with some tea or coffee. This indulgent Christmas lunch is £129.95 per person, with children aged 5-11 years old coding £64.95.
The Star Inn the City is offering a luxurious Christmas dining experience this year. With a glass of fizz waiting for you upon arrival, you will be ready to celebrate the season with delicious food and amazing flavours. There is a wide selection of dishes to choose from for each course, with vegetarian options also available to order. Starters range from organic oak smoked salmon to a traditional Yorkshire pudding, mains range from 8 hour braised ox cheek to heritage carrot and spiced marmalade wellington, and dessert ranges from mulled pear and winter berry crumble to traditional Christmas pudding. This seasonal feast is only £65 per person, so make sure you book whilst there’s still availability.
Michelin-starred Roots York is elevating Christmas dining with a Christmas festivities tasting menu being served up on the 22nd of December. This menu harmoniously blends festive tradition with Oldstead. On this festive menu you can expect dishes like roast duck glazed with spiced honey, seasonal sides, root vegetable mince pies and much more. This cosy, festive afternoon of delicious food is £80 per person.
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