2024 Programme & Menu

The Best Holiday Party in Town!

The Annual Christmas Luncheon is the BABC’s flagship social event of the year and a real highlight of the city’s holiday season.

TICKETS AND TABLES NOW ON SALE!
Friday, December 13th, 2024

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Coventry Carolers
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11.00am – 12.00pm

The Terrace Room – The Penfolds Champagne Reception

12.00 – 2.30pm

The Grand Ballroom – Head Table Parade with the Bushmills Irish Piper Band, followed by the Luncheon, Live Auction and Grand Raffle Prize Drawing

INTRODUCTIONS AND WELCOME

Master of Ceremonies – Liam Mayclem, KPIX, CBS 5
The Very Rev. Dr. Malcolm Clemens Young, Episcopal Priest and the Dean of Grace Cathedral
Singing of the National Anthems by Natalie Gotts, Jane Blonde & The Goldfingers

LOYAL TOASTS

To: President Joe Biden

Given by: President BABC Northern California, Maya Mancuso

To: His Majesty, King Charles III

Given by: HM Consul General, Tammy Sandhu, MBE

 

BUSINESS CARD DRAWINGS

Three Business Card Drawings will take place

LUNCHEON – MENU

Wines generously donated by Penfolds.

SALAD:

Mixed Autumn Lettuces, Golden Raisins, Toasted Almonds, Crumbled Feta, Fig Vinaigrette

LUNCHEON:

Slow-roasted Sage infused Turkey served with rich, savory giblet gravy, Truffle Duchess potatoes, fresh green beans, roasted carrots and parsnips

A Vegetarian | Vegan | Gluten Free option will be available.

DESSERT:

Walkers Christmas Pudding with Warm Brandy Sauce

Tea and Coffee

 

LIVE AUCTION – CHECK OUT THE EXPERIENCES

Live Auction in support of both the British Benevolent Society and the BABC Northern California

GRAND RAFFLE – CHECK OUT THE PRIZES

Grand Raffle Prize Drawing (ticket must be present to win)

 

2.30 – 5.30pm

THE OFFICIAL AFTER PARTY IS BACK!

After Party tickets will go on sale in early December to confirmed / registered guests.