Christmas Day Degustation Lunch (Adults-Only)

An Intimate Festive Affair

Spend Christmas Day at The Fireplace, where an exceptional six-course degustation unfolds alongside a considered selection of matching wines.

25 December 2026 | From 12pm
$499 per person

Exclusively at The Fireplace

Settle into the intimate surrounds of The Fireplace for a Christmas Day degustation created by QHA Chef of the Year 2026, Executive Chef Hamish Watt and his culinary team.

A six-course menu showcases exceptional produce and considered flavours, with each course accompanied by a carefully selected matching wine.

Limited in availability, this is an intimate afternoon of refined dining, fine wine and attentive service – a special way to spend Christmas Day at The Fireplace.

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As a final touch to the occasion, each guest will receive a small keepsake to take home, offered with our compliments as a gesture of appreciation for celebrating Christmas Day with us.

Please advise your dietary requirements at the time of booking. Cancellation Policy : Full payment refund (100%) is applicable if cancelled more than 7 days out from the event, a 50% refund is applicable if cancelled within the 7 day period and no refund if cancelled within 24 hours of the event.

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