An Italian Christmas In August 2026

JUST IMAGINE IT! A FESTIVE BANQUET OF THREE COURSES AND DRINKS WITH A CELEBRATORY YET INTIMATE ATMOSPHERE. SINGERS TO ENTERTAIN YOU WITH TRADITIONAL CAROLS AND BALLADS.

Come along to Hospitality’s ‘Christmas in August’ event, with an italian twist. It is an opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate. It also provides a valuable training opportunity for our many Hospitality students.

$69 per ticket for adults.
$15 per ticket for children (4-12 yrs).
Doors will open at 5:45pm to be seated by 6:30pm.

If you would like to sit in a group you will need to make 1 booking!

Depending on bookings, food will either be table ordered or completed as an alternate person meal drop (then you can decide who gets what at your table.) If you would love a night out with delicious food and delightful entertainment, book your tickets now!

There will be delicious food served with an Italian theme. The proposed menu is below but it may change based on numbers. There will be a range of innovative dishes as well as excellent traditional fare. Drinks will be served from the bar before and during the meal. (Please remember, this is a training opportunity for students).

Come dressed in your favourite Christmas attire for your chance win a fabulous prize!

Don’t miss out!

DATE

Friday 21 August 2026 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM (UTC+10)

MENU

Stuzzichino:

House Baked Focaccia:
Olive oil Balsamic.

Antipasto:

Beef Carpaccio - GFO:
Shallots, Capers, Basil Oil, Basil, Crispy Garlic, Watercress, Seeded Crostini. 

Minestrone Soup - GFO:
Chicken, Vegetables, Macaroni, Cheesy Ciabatta. 

Pan Seared Gnocchi:
Burnt Butter, Sage, Lemon Juice.

Piatto Principale:

Osso Bucco - GFO:
Braised Beef Shin, Potato Mash, Broccolini, Bread Crumbs.

Porchetta - GF:
Rocket Parmesan and Pear Salad, Braised Fennel

Seafood Mariana:
Squid, Mussels, Prawns, Snapper, Blistered Baby Roma Tomato, Cream & White Wine Sauce.

Dolce:

Tiramisù:
Savoiardi, Mascarpone, Espresso.

White Chocolate & Raspberry Pannacotta - GF:
Lemon Curd, Raspberries, White Chocolate.

Soft Centred Chocolate Pudding:
Almond Ice-cream, Flaked Almonds.

Drinks:
(All drinks are non-alcoholic)

Champagne:
A sweet sparkling white wine.

Mulled Wine:
A dark fruity and full-bodied Merlot, a traditional drink during winter and especially around Christmas.

Christmas Eggnog:
A traditional holiday drink dating back hundreds of years with nutmeg and vanilla, and fortified with brandy.

Cocktails:
Two mocktails designed around Hospitality course requirements...

Cinderella – a refreshing combination of fresh juice, ginger ale, bitters and grenadine.
Espresso Martini – the bold taste of freshly ground espresso shaken with sweetened honey milk.

Water and Juice on the table

BAMBINI MENU

Entree:

Cheesy Garlic Bread

Main:

Spaghetti Bolognaise:
w/ Parmesan.

Dessert:

Ice-Cream:
w/ Chocolate Sauce.

LOCATION

Mueller Performing Arts Centre
75 Morris Road, Rothwell, Brisbane Queensland 4022

Contact Event Organiser