The Ivy Cardiff, one of Cardiff’s most beautifully decorated venues, has some extra sparkle to share this winter, with a jam-packed schedule for both Christmas and New Year celebrations. Perfect for everyone, even the little ones!
Naughty Elves Breakfast Experience
On the 14th, 21st and 23rd December, between 9am and 11am, guests can be entertained by The Ivy’s mischievous, naughty elves, all while enjoying festive dining. Dishes include Santa’s Workshop Pancakes, Smoked Salmon with Scrambled Eggs, and Crushed Avacado and Chestnuts on Caraway Toast. All guests can also take home an exclusive festive gift bag, which includes a brand new Ivy Bear, elf headband and Santa letter writing kit for children, and a beautiful glass Ivy bauble for adults.
Festive Breakfast Special Set Menu
Guests can start their day with a bit of seasonal indulgence with The Ivy’s Festive Breakfast Special Set Menu. Dishes include The Ivy Festive Breakfast – a hearty plate of pigs in blankets with creamy scrambled eggs, crispy potato rösti, roasted tomato, and a tangy cranberry ketchup – or a vegetarian version with mushrooms, beans and rösti. Freshly baked butter croissants and pain au chocolat, dusted with pine sugar, are served with seasonal preserves. Pair with a sparkling Pomegranate and Spiced Pear Bellini, a Mixed Berry Smoothie or Spiced Red Berry Ginger Beer.
Boxing Day Brunch and Twixmas Dining
With washing up and cleaning (40%) being named the top thing UK adults don’t fancy doing between Christmas and New Year, The Ivy is the perfect choice for guests not ready to get back to household chores this festive season.
After a busy day of cooking on Christmas Day, this Boxing Day The Ivy Collection is serving up an indulgent Boxing Day Brunch, perfect for guests who need a break from cooking – or may have a sore head from the day before. Dishes on the menu include Chicken Bourguignon, Boxing Day Curry and Blackened Cod Fillet.
To help guests feel a little more joyful at Twixmas – the unusual feeling time between Christmas day and New Year’s Eve – The Ivy Cardiff is inviting guests to keep the festivities going.
Running until December 31st, the Festive All Day Dining menu offers the perfect mix of indulgence and comfort. Dishes include Lobster and Cheese Souffle, French Onion Soup and Duck, Lamb and Beef Shepherd’s Pie.
Whether gathering with loved ones, enjoying a break from shopping, or simply keeping the Christmas spirit alive, The Ivy’s welcoming setting offers the perfect place to relax, indulge and celebrate — with none of the washing up.
Festive Set Menu
Amongst all the magical events happening at The Ivy Cardiff, the Festive Set Menu (2 courses £55 / 3 courses £60), is also running from now until December 31.
The menu includes warming starters such as Duck Liver Parfait paired with a rich cranberry chutney and toasted brioche, and Tamarind, Beetroot & Endive Salad with candied pecans and cranberries. Mains include Turkey Ballotine and Pan-fried Sea Bass, with Christmas Pudding or The Ivy Santa for dessert.
Designed to bring people together over the flavours of the season, the set menu perfectly balances comforting tradition with The Ivy’s signature touch of theatre.
So whether you fancy treating children to a unique brunch experience, celebrating the most magical time of year with heartwarming food, or saving yourself the washing up, The Ivy Cardiff is the perfect place to be.
