Magistic Party Banquet Dinner Cruise

MAGISTIC ROVING BANQUET MENU | SUMMER 2020/21

We have specially designed a banquet menu of all time Magistic favourites, until our famous buffets can return. 4 main course dishes of the banquet menu are served to the table by waitstaff. Banquet menus to replace buffet due to current NSW restrictions.​

ENTRÉE PLATTER
(served to the table, shared between 2)

Smoked salmon & prawn ceviche | Vegetable samosas | Herb & garlic bread

MAIN COURSES
(Served to the table by roving waiters)

Grilled fish with provencal tomatoes and olives
Mediterranean style oven grilled fish with tomatoes and olives

Spice rubbed roast chicken 
Oven roasted with broccolini + baby carrots + chimichurri

Orecchiette al limone (v)
Orecchiette with rocket, semi-sundried tomatoes, lemon, garlic, chilli & parmesan

Classic beef stroganoff
Sauteed strips of beef sirloin in a traditional creamy mushroom sauce

Served to the table in bowls
Chef’s seasonal salad
Roasted root vegetables - Served with balsamic maple glaze
Basmati rice (optional)

DESSERT
(individual serve to the table)

Chef’s deconstructed eton mess
 
VEGETARIAN MENU

ENTRÉE PLATE
(individual serve)

Carpaccio Of Roma Tomatoes And Avocado – Dash Of Chilli Oil
Mushroom Arancini Balls – Served With Aioli  
Vegetarian Samosas – Served With Tamarind Date Chutney
 
MAINS
(Individual serve)

Warm Salad Of Asparagus + Baby Carrots + Broccolini + Hazelnuts + Kalamata Olives + Chilli + Olive Oil (V)
Haloumi + Broad Beans + Roasted Garlic + Capers (V)
Cauliflower Tikka Masala (V)
 
(Shared dishes served to guest)
Orecchiette al limone (v)
 
SIDES
(Shared dishes served to guest)
Chef’s Seasonal Salad
Roasted Root Vegetables + Balsamic Maple Glaze
 
DESSERT
(individual serve)

Chef’s Deconstructed Eton Mess

* Indicative menu only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice
* Requests for dietary (gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free), substitutions and modifications of menus will be politely declined, as we have an on board kitchen and our kitchen team is required to serve the menus within a required time period, of the respective cruises. We cannot guarantee that certain products or ingredients (nuts, gluten, dairy, etc.) will not be in our food, and we explicitly accept no liability in this regard. For serious food allergies you must make your own decisions on selecting meals. Our staff’s comments are only to assist you in making an informed decision.

BEVERAGE PACKAGE - $33 UPGRADE

• Must be purchased by all adults in the booking
• A selection of beers, house sparkling, white and red wine, mineral water, soft drinks and juices for the duration of the cruise
• Pre-book online and save 15%. Onboard beverage package upgrade - $39

BEERS 
Crown Lager 
Pure Blonde 
Coopers Premium Light 

WINES & SPARKLING 
Hardy’s Brut Reserve 
Bubbly texture and rich fruit flavours & toasty character 

Angus Moscato 
Hot pink sparkling with exotic mix of lychee, musk and spice 

The Riddle Sauvignon Blanc 
Vibrant tropical fruit flavours, passionfruit lift, green apple crunch, crisp & refreshing 

The Riddle Shiraz Cabernet 
Rich blackcurrant and raspberry fruit flavours with savoury notes & pepper spice 

MINERAL WATER 
San Pellegrino sparkling mineral water 

SOFT DRINKS & JUICES 
Fruit Juice (orange & apple) 
Soft Drinks (Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, solo, ginger ale, lemonade)

*Indicative beverage list only. Items may be subject to change
*Australian Cruise Group strictly adheres to NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol guidelines. This is not an unlimited beverage package. We request our guests to drink responsibly, enjoy alcoholic beverages in moderation and consistent with the concept of the cruise. You will be refused service by our crew on board at their absolute discretion if you do not comply with any reasonable request consistent with the NSW liquor license regulations and our house policy

• We recommend comfortable shoes (no high heels).
• While shorts are permitted on Magistic dinner cruise, singlets are strictly not allowed on board.
• Please check the weather conditions prior to travel as jackets may be required.

• Quality dining & special event celebrations on an impressive cruising restaurant
• Banquet dinner combined with dazzling night views of the harbour
• Amazing views of Sydney icons – Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House
• Roving banquet menu to celebrate a special occasion

• Arrive at the wharf 15 minutes prior to boarding time
• Guests are welcome to the wheelhouse (please seek Captain’s permission)
• For more information on the vessel, please contact the Captain onboard
• Please check the weather conditions prior to travel as jackets may be required
• Cruise program and schedule is subject to change
• There are no baby-changing facilities on board
• We strictly adhere to NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol Guidelines
• Unfortunately we cannot accommodate requests for split bills onboard. Each table will be presented with 1 bill for all additional onboard purchases. Credit card payments are preferred.
• Please note that whilst we are delighted to welcome well-behaved children on board our vessels/cruising restaurants, we do not provide high chairs due to safety reasons. If you have infants, like an airline, you must book and pay the relevant price and declare at time of booking, as they must be included in the manifest. If infants are booked, we will facilitate extra space for stroller or pram on request.
• We would appreciate the support of all adults / parents to ensure that all children onboard under the age of 17 must remain seated at the table. If children are on the outer decks, they must be accompanied by an adult at all times. It is the responsibility of the guest to ensure that their children do not run around the boat, which may cause safety issues. It is also important to ensure children do not disturb any other passengers.  Failure to comply may lead to the removal of the group from the vessel. The company will not be responsible for any accidents due to non-compliance to this strict guideline.

• All cruises operate subject to minimum loading to make it viable.

  The Company reserves the right to transfer your booking to a similar cruise on the same cruise date.

  We will advise you details of your new cruise by forwarding you a new e-ticket with all the cruise details.

  We will always endeavour to assign you to a cruise that operates closer to your departure time and duration of cruise. On receiving your new e-ticket please review the cruise details including the menu and inclusions.

  If you wish to not proceed with the scheduled new cruise please forward the new e-ticket to the following email (res@australiancruisegroup.com.au) at least 24 hours prior to departure so that we can reschedule your cruise to the next available departure.

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• Please note that whilst we are delighted to welcome well-behaved children on board our vessels/cruising restaurants (excluding Clearview boats), we do not provide high chairs due to safety reasons. If you have infants, like an airline, you must book and pay the relevant price and declare at time of booking, as they must be included in the manifest. If infants are booked, we will facilitate extra space for stroller or pram on request.
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• Requests from our guests for dietary requirements (gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free), substitutions and modifications of menus on board our cruises will be politely declined, as our kitchen team prepares the meals in our onboard kitchens. As we cater for large number of guests in a relatively small meal time, it is not practical for us to accommodate to such requests within the given time frame. All of our cruises have at least on vegetarian menu option for seated & served menus. Banquet menus also offer vegetarian choice. We cannot guarantee that certain products or ingredients (nuts, gluten, diary, etc.) will not be in our food, and we explicitly accept no liability in this regard. For serious food allergies you must make own decisions on selecting meals. Our staff’s comments are only to assist you in making an informed decision. In exceptional circumstances, with our prior written consent you (or one of your guests) may bring your own meal.
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