Food Drink

The Stirling Hotel to host gourmet dining and grazing packages for Melbourne cup

By Nicole Sayegh

Posted on September 28, 2022

The Stirling Hotel is hosting its very own Melbourne Cup offerings with a sit-down gourmet dining experience as well as a group grazing package fit to view the race that stops the nation.

Do you ever feel that events sneak up on you so quickly that you never have the time to make plans in advance? Well, with Melbourne Cup on the horizon, we have a suggestion that you’re going to want to add to your calendar.

National Bistro of the Year, The Stirling Hotel is hosting its very own Melbourne Cup offerings with a sit-down gourmet dining experience as well as a group grazing package fit to view the race that stops the nation.

The four-course dining package will see you participating in a shared lunch offering with champagne on arrival, as well as a three-hour drinks package for an additional $50pp.

The Melbourne Cup Four Course Shared Lunch Experience includes:

Glass of NV Deveaux Blanc De Noirs ‘Couer Des Bar’ Champagne
Half Shell Scallop Ceviche, Champagne Jelly, Spring Onion Oil

Starters

Tempura Oyster, Wakame, Sesame Emulsion
Lobster and Prawn Brioche
Pork Katsu Sando
Artichoke, Goats Cheese, Truffle Tart

Mains

Slow Roated Lamb Shoulder, Salsa Verde
Poached New Zealand King Salmon, Beurre Blanc

Served with Sides

Pea, Mist + Feta, Radish and Preserved Lemon
Triple Cooked Hand Cut Chips, Rosemary Salt
Garden Greens, Aged Vinegar

To Finish

Petit Four Selection
Passionfruit Macaroon
Citrus Cheesecake
Raspberries Pistachio
White Chocolate Meringue
Valrona Truffles

The 3-hour dining room drinks package also includes a range of Clover Hill and Henschke wines, along with a beer selection from Little Bang and Mismatch brewing.

The group package is suitable for 10 guests or more.

The From the Deck to the Garden Group package includes:

Three-hour drinks package

Glass of NV Deveaux
Blanc De Noirs ‘Couer Des Bar’ Champagne
Wines by Saint and Scholar, Adelaide Hills
NV Sparkling, 2022 Sauvignon Blanc
2022 Pinot Rose, 2021 Pinot Noir
Beers by Mismatch and Cider by Hills Cider Co.

Race Day Grazing Table

Natural Oysters
Cured Meats by Massi, Pickled Vegetables Marinated Olives and Accompaniments
Taramasalata, Finger Lime, Stone Fried Garlic Bread
Parmesan, Black Pepper + Spinach Arancini
Confit Duck Bao Bun, Pickled Carrot
Selection od Pizzas from Pizza Bar
Hills Selection of Cheese, Lavosh, Accompaniments
Petit Four Selection

Melbourne Cup at the Stirling normally consists of a great day of food, wine and festivities however what’s a bonus for this year is all their guest will have access to betting facilities for all Flemington races.

After the official proceedings, you will be treated to a post-race party with cocktail specials and a live acoustic set by the Harry Bauldertone Duo.

Fully equipped with a Gin Lounge, Wine Bar and Beer Garden, The Stirling has one of the largest range of local and international wines for you to pick and choose from.