The Open Sauce Annual Christmas Lunch 2025

Back in 2019, when Open Sauce first hosted a Christmas lunch, it was a bit of a novelty.The second one happened because, well, after the pandemic, we'd forgotten about the first.The third lunch was just to prove that the first two had actually happened.And now here we are, stuck for something to do.So fifth time around and Open Sauce's Christmas Lunch is officially an annual event.

Look. None of us are getting any younger. And we’re all busy doing stuff. Important, exciting, creative stuff. But that's how you lose touch, with friends, acquaintences and reality.

So how about stopping for just one day? Actually, just one lunchtime? And what better way to reset than with a slap-up meal in one of Poole's finest bistros! In a room full of your peers.

It's invite-only but if you think you should be part of this event – it's not too late. Simply post us a message via the contact button below and we'll add you to the waiting list.

Now the important part, the menu...

Starter

CURRIED PARSNIP SOUP (VGI)Coriander yoghurt (179kcal)

CHICKEN LIVER PARFAITPlum and figgy chutney, served with brioche toast (329kcal)

CLASSIC PRAWN COCKTAILIceberg, pink grapefruit and avocado (361cal)

SPICED PICKLED BEETROOT & STILTON SALAD (V)Blue cheese, endive, sourdough croutons and sweet mustard dressing (555kcal)

Main
All mains are served with a selection of roast potatoes, Brussels sprouts with chestnuts, carrots and parsnips (484kcal) (VGI)

ROAST FREE RANGE TURKEY BALLOTINEServed with all of the traditional trimmings (603kcal)

DAUBE OF BEEF PROVENÇALEPommes purée, pancetta, mushrooms and glazed baby onions (585kcal)

PAN-FRIED CODLentils, winter root vegetables and cavolo nero (569kcal)

GNOCCHI À LA PARISIENNE (VGI)Gnocchi, wild mushrooms, mornay and black truffle sauce (827kcal)

Dessert

WARM STICKY FIGGY PUDDING (V)Cherry compote and crème fraîche (282kcal)

‘ORIADO’ VALRHONA CHOCOLATE TERRINE (VGI)Cherry compote and crème fraîche (749kcal)

PEAR & GINGERBREAD TRIFLE (V)Poached pears, gingerbread, custard and vanilla cream (559kcal)

ASSIETTE DE FROMAGESelection of artisan cheese, served with biscuits, chutney and fruit (606kcal)

Crackers, mince pies, tea and coffee

Although they endeavour to do so, HDV cannot guarantee that any of our dishes are allergen free due to possible cross contamination in their kitchen environments.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hotel du Vin Poole, Thames Street, Poole, United Kingdom

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