Port of Call Weddings

CONGRATULATIONS on your engagement!

Port of Call would love to share this special day with you both.

Anything is possible… it’s ‘Your Day – Your Way’. 

With seating for up o 150 and room for 300 socialising any size or style of wedding can be arranged. Our wedding co-ordinator is excitedly waiting to assist you. From walking down the isle at the ceremony to exiting the reception as husband and wife, all can be organised by Port of Call Restaurant and Function Centre.

The Ceremony

Deciding upon a ceremony venue can be extremely difficult especially if not living locally. Port of Call has a variety of suggestions to offer from churches to beaches, parks and lighthouses. Or why not make it easy for everyone b having the ceremony at Port of Call. Our outside terrace with panoramic views of the bay is often set up for wedding ceremonies, allowing guests to move straight on to canapés and beverages immediately proceeding the ceremony. With an alternative for wet weather (haven’t had a wet one yet!) Port of Call can also be utilised as a back up venue.

Ceremony Cost: $150

Inclusions:

• • Seating arranged church style (100max)
• • Marriage Certificate Signature Table
• • Minimal decoration (alternatives)
• • Arrangement of any added decorations
• • Practice Ceremony
• • Wedding Co-ordinator guidance n day.

The Reception

Time to relax and enjoy the moment!

The Reception is where we celebrate our special day in the company of those we love. Port of Call Restaurant & Function Centre prides itself on personalised service and attention to detail so that your wedding can run smoothly and professionally on one of the most important days of your life. 

Port of Call is perfectly situated with panoramic views of the bay. With seating for up to 150, and room for 300 socialising any size or style of wedding can be arranged. For smaller weddings the restaurant can be partitioned to create the perfect atmosphere. Port of Call is lined with full glass windows leading onto the large terrace that captures the magnificent water views of Port Stephens, often utilised for pre-dinner beverages and canapés, photos or the wedding ceremony.

The following packages are samples only; we like to cater for your individuality, special requirements and needs. Once your wedding is booked your wedding co-ordinator will arrange appointments to develop a package based upon your needs.

Alcohol & Beverage Packages

Option 1: Open Bar charge on consumption basis

In consultation with your wedding co-ordinator an approximate monetary figure can be estimated for the reception based upon the number of guests and their drinking level. On the evening of the reception the bar staff will communicate with a delegate as to how the tab is progressing. This delegate will have the option to increase/decrease or pause the tab at any time.

Option 2: $35pp Alcohol Package

4hrs drinking

Seppelt’s Stoneypeak Champagne

Seppelt’s Stoneypeak Chardonnay

Seppelt’s Stoneypeak Shiraz Cabernet

V.B, T/New, X-Dry, T/Old, Hahn L, Casc L.

Soft Drink & Juice

Wedding Menus 

Prices for meals are included in your package rate, refer to the Package Inclusions & Costs Section below for an approximate quote. Menus are sample menus only, other dishes can be suggested or prepared as per your needs.

Menu 1

Set Menu – Table Service

You may select two/three meals from each course 

All meals are served on an alternate basis 

Entrées

• Butternut pumpkin and bacon soup
• Fresh tomato and basil soup
• Seafood chowder
• ½ dozen local oysters, served either natural with oyster soy dipping sauce, mornay or Kilpatrick
• Warm Thai beef salad with lemon grass dressing and crushed nuts
•  Smoked Salmon with rocket & soused leeks with sweet corn fritter
• Chilli salt squid on a sweet pepper and coriander salad
• Vegetarian antipasto plate
• Smoked salmon fuillette with herb aioli
• Caesar salad – Classic salad of cos lettuce, crisp proscuitto, garlic croutons and shaved parmesan

Mains

• BBQ sword fish on eggplant puree with harissa and coriander oil
• Pork medallions on a apple and parsnip puree with calvados sauce
• Beef sirloin on garlic mash with a rich horseradish jus
• Moroccan chicken on buttered couscous with preserved lemons
• Basil and Macadamia crusted Flathead fillet with dill hollandaise
• Cajun marinated chicken breast with a mango and coriander salsa
• Rack of Lamb on kumara puree with a fresh herb jus
• Atlantic salmon on spinach risotto with aioli and olive tapenade

Dessert

• Rich chocolate terrine with berry coulee     
• Vanilla bean crème caramel with a red wine poached pear & biscotti
• Individual strawberry and passionfruit pavlova
• Baked cheesecake with mixed berry compote 
• Citrus tart with raspberry coulee, crème anglaise and double cream
• Chocolate pecan brownies with rich chocolate sauce and crème anglaise 
• Tiramisu -An Italian dessert of espresso soaked sponge with mascarpone
• Sticky date pudding on abutter scotch sauce with double cream

Menu Two 

Buffet Style

You may choose to have this with or without the seafood included.

To Start

Butternut pumpkin and bacon soup

Meats

Roast beef with horseradish 

Honey glazed smoked leg ham 

Oven roasted chicken breast 

Roast potato and pumpkin

Steamed seasonal vegetables

Condiments & sauces

Seafood

A fresh seafood platter consisting of Port Stephens oysters,

prawns,  blue swimmer crabs, mussels & Tasmanian 

smoked salmon , will be served to each table.

Salads

Choose 4 salads from:

Gourmet garden salad

Curried pasta salad

Creamy potato & bacon salad

Homemade coleslaw

Caesar salad

Greek salad

Thai Beef Salad

Desserts

Assorted sweet platters, 

such as Tiramisu torte, passion fruit cheesecake,

 Rich mud fantasy and lemon meringue pie

Assorted cheese & fruit platter

Package Inclusions & Costing 

Inclusions: (Conditions apply)

One night’s accommodation for the bride and groom at the Landmark Resort  

Room set up with round tables of up to ten guests per table.

White tablecloths, linen napkins and (minimal decorations available).

Roving microphone and PA system. Dance floor area.

Present table, Cake Table, Cut and bagging of wedding cake.

Canapés on arrival, dinner rolls and freshly steamed vegetables.

Choice of meals for the bridal table, 

Placing of flower arrangements, name place tags and other decorations on tables

Tea & Coffee Station

Costing: (subject to inflation)

Costing is based upon menu and meal choice, below is a guideline to work from.

When looking at the pricing, it is a per person rate and includes everything excepting beverages.

Menu 1 – 2 course $75pp approx

Menu 1  - 3 Course $85pp approx

Menu 2 – with seafood $85pp 

Menu 2 – without seafood $70pp

Deposit & Payment

We require a deposit of $500 to secure your booking 

until a deposit had been received your special date is not yet confirmed. 

Final numbers a required two weeks prior to the date. 

Total payment is due in advance or on the night.

A full refund of your deposit is available if you cancel twelve months prior to your date.

Contact Your Wedding Co-ordinator

Your wedding co-ordinator is more than happy to assist you in any way to take the worry out of organising your wedding day. If you require any assistance or anything not mentioned in this package please do not hesitate to contact me.

Wedding Co-ordinater/Restaurant Owner: Kate Aitchison

   Ph:         02 49 844488               Fax:        02 49 844478

Email: portofcall@nelsonbay.com

Later that Evening…

You’ve both just had he most amazing day and now…

Decided to Party On or share in a Romantic Night together as husband and wife – Port of Call’s job isn’t complete yet. Your wedding night should be remembered. Port of all has developed these packages to create the right atmosphere in your room on the evening of your wedding.

    ROMANCE PACK                                    PARTY PACK

           $150 $175

* Rose petals * 6 pack Shooters

* Candles * 6 pack Bride’s Choice

* Essential Spa Kit * 6 pack Groom’s Choice

* Strawberries * Groom’s Cigar

* Whipped Cream * Commemorative Port of Call Wedding Piccolo

* Liquid Chocolate * Helium Balloons

* Bottle Champagne * Cheese Plate

The Morning After

So many of your guests travel a long way to celebrate in your wedding and it has probably been a while since so many of the people closest to you have all been together. Why not make the most of the opportunity and the Bride/Groom’s free breakfast by inviting your closest family and friends to an extravagant buffet breakfast for a King.

BUFFET BREAKFAST

Saturday/Sunday  - $16pp (minimum 10pax)

ALL YOU CAN EAT & DRINK- NO MORE TO PAY

All Breakfasts include tea/coffee/fresh juices & toast

Continental Buffet

Refreshing, Healthy & Filling!

A variety of fresh & poached fruits, cereals including our house made muesli, tempting croissants & Danishes, yogurts, creamy

 coconut rice, home made health loaf & fresh banana bread.

Hot Buffet

Indulgent, Tasty & Hearty!!

An assortment of fluffy scrambled eggs, crisp bacon, grilled local sausages, roasted 

tomatoes topped with grilled cheese, sautéed 

mushrooms, golden hash browns, baked beans and spaghetti

The Essentials

Your Wedding would nit be complete without the assistance 

from the following reputable establishments.

Celebrant: Helen Scott J.P. Contact: Helen weddings@nelsonbay.com

Hair & Make Up: B Sassy Hair Design Contact: Louise www.bsassy.com.au

Flowers: Poppies of the Bay Contact: Amy ofthebay@tpg.com.au

Photography: Capture Imaging Contact: www.captureimaging.com.au

D.J/M.C: ‘AURA’ Mobile Night Club Contact: Rob (02) 49 826304

Duet Band: ‘Sway’ Contact: Alison allyweight@hotmail.com

Decorations: Tinkers & Heavenly Creations Contact: Kristy www.tinkers@ihug.com.au

Guest Accommodation

Whilst one nights accommodation is provided for the Bride/Groom, 

your guests may also require accommodation. The Landmark Resort located 

adjacent and above Port of Call has 118 various apartments available. 

Group discounts do apply subject to conditional approval.