Tuesday 30 January
4:00pm in the Anteroom on level 5
Join convener, Ann Mildenhall, every month to discuss your favourite (or latest) book over a glass of wine. Each member is asked to bring a book of their choice to introduce to the group for discussion. So grab a book (or kindle!) and come join us for an evening of story-sharing and socializing.
Only 12 spaces available, so be sure to book fast.
The Wellington Club Chess group meets every last Tuesday of the month for a three
course dinner and some social games (of a quality that can be excused after a few
glasses of wine). All those interested are encouraged to join, Mr Sylvester Shamy
and Mr Manuel Pedreschi are co-convening this special interest group and would be
pleased to share their interest and knowledge with other members. The group plans
for many social events in 2017 including a simultaneous game – a chance for several
players to play one player at once. To book, contact Jane or see the reception team.
6.00pm Drinks on own account
6.30pm Dinner – three course
meal including a glass of wine.
Chess following dinner.
$45.00 per person.
Level 4, 7.30pm,
$20 entry fee
Poker tournaments are under way and are planned for the second Tuesday of every month.
A minimum number of six players is required.
Singapore is known for it’s melting pot of Chinese, Malay and Indian cultures.
This taste of Singapore lunch is inspired by hawker and street foods.
Mee Rebus Satay
Dim Sum
Hainanese Chicken Rice
Roti Prata
From 12 noon, Main Dining Room, Level 5
$25.00 per person
Adult Cooking Class
Level 5, 5.30pm
Dress: Appropriate Cooking Attire and Flat Shoes
$75.00 per person
Club chef, Alfonso Basile will demonstrate how to prepare your own Sicilian culinary delights
during this hands on cooking class. Dishes featured include; bruschetta, fresh linguine
pasta Al Frutti di Mare, and his grandmother’s secret recipe for cannoli filled dessert. During
the class, participants will be offered prosecco and antipasti and will enjoy a traditional Italian dinner to follow.
25 years ago, cinemagoers around the world were captivated by Jane Campion’s extraordinary tale of desire, violence and hope. The story of Ada McGrath and her
daughter Flora, husband Alastair and lover Baines unfolded against the wild grandeur and desolation of Aotearoa.
Drawing on the rich inspiration of The Piano, the Royal New Zealand Ballet is honoured to stage the world premiere of this new full-length dance work by Jiří Bubeníček. Originally
conceived as a short work for Dortmund Ballet is now re-imagined and expanded for the RNZB, giving Ada’s story a new and distinctively New Zealand voice and, in dance, a powerful new means of expression.
5.30pm Pre-theatre dinner
6.45pm Transport to the St James Theatre
7.30pm Ballet commencement
10.30pm Approximate return to the Club
$150.00 per person
(we need a minimum of six guests to book)
The year starts with great fun when Brett Newell gives his professional commentary on the many wines that members bring along to this evening.
Check your cellars now and see what needs ‘attention’, put it aside and bring it to the Club in February.
6.30pm Glass of bubbles on arrival
6.45pm Dinner
Dress: Business Casual
$55.00 per person
Aubergine, Zucchini, Parmigiana Tart Wild rocket, pecorino, semi-dried tomato and baby caper
Canterbury Lamb Rack Roasted sweet corn, fava bean, feta and crispy pancetta, mint sauce verte
Poached Peach with Semi Freddo Roasted Black Doris plum sauce
Ambassador Brown is a prominent U.S. political leader, attorney, and National Guardsman with a long history of public service.
Menu
New England Clam Chowder
Seafood Platters
Cape Cod Fish and Chips
Apple Pie
Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream
$30.00 per person
From12 noon
Main Dining Room, Level 5
