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Bed down for the night between conferences, having explored local attractions both beautiful and historic. - [Stay With Us](https://www.catzconferences.com/stay-with-us) - [Accommodation](https://www.catzconferences.com/stay-with-us/accommodation) - [Dining](https://www.catzconferences.com/stay-with-us/dining) # Dining Fabulous event dining for up to 380 guests with gala banquet meals a speciality [MAKE AN ENQUIRY](https://www.catzconferences.com/stay-with-us/dining#enquiry) --- ## ![StCatz Icons Dining](https://www.catzconferences.com/hs-fs/hubfs/brand/StCatz_Icons__Teal%20-%20Dining.png?width=178&height=178&name=StCatz_Icons__Teal%20-%20Dining.png) Using the freshest local ingredients, our dedicated and [experienced team of in-house chefs](https://www.catzconferences.com/blog/staff-profiles-tim-kelsey) provide events with the best of contemporary cuisine whilst at the same time celebrating the value of tradition. They will use their expertise to create a variety of menus for the meals during your visit and you will enjoy food of the highest quality served in our magnificent, Arne Jacobsen-designed dining hall – a stunning, Grade 1 listed example of Modernist architecture. Good food must be complemented by great service and our friendly, courteous staff ensure  your meals are served on time allowing you to relax and enjoy your stay. You may share the hall with other guests during standard meals but your event will always have its own designated table(s). If you decide to host a gala banquet dinner with us, you will then have exclusive use of the dining hall. With one of the largest of all of the University dining halls, St Catherine’s experienced team caters to the highest standard for both large and small groups. Our banquet packages offer exclusive formal dining with inclusive drinks for those special, gala meals. ## An overview of catering options at St Catherine’s College Standard catering choices at the College include: - Breakfast (served between 08:00 and 09:00hrs) – buffet-style continental or ‘full English’ breakfasts taken in the main Dining Hall; - Teas, coffee & biscuits served close to your meeting rooms at times to suit your programme; - Two-course lunches as standard (served at your table in the Dining Hall at either 12:45 or 13:00hrs); - Three-course dinners as standard during vacations (served at your table at 19:00hrs); - Evening drinks receptions and gala banquet meals; - Wines to accompany lunches and dinners, as required; - Additional catering options such as pastries, cakes and fruit juices are also available upon request; - Our experienced team of in-house Chefs can cater for [special dietary needs](https://www.catzconferences.com/hubfs/14-Allergens.pdf) – organisers will be asked to note these with the Conference Office before arrival. Our 24-hour residential delegate rate covers 2 x refreshment breaks, served lunch, served dinner and ensuite Bed & Breakfast as an inclusive, discounted package. Our day catering rate for meetings covers 2 x refreshment breaks and a served lunch. ### Banquets With the largest of the college dining halls, St Catherine’s dedicated and experienced teams are highly adept at catering to the highest standard for large groups of diners. Our banquet packages offer exclusive dining with drinks packages for those special, gala meals, which often form one of the highlights of residential events. Our standard banquet packages begin at 19:30 with a 30-minute drinks reception (usually served in the Junior Common Room Lounge or JCR Café garden). The banquet itself is then served at 20:00 in the dining hall. Organisers can choose up to a five-course meal for everyone to enjoy from our varied menu (plus vegetarian options). Special dietary requirements can be catered for. Included in the banquet package price are: - A 30-minute drinks reception (sherry or red and white wines) with mineral water, fruit juice and nibbles. Alternative reception drinks and durations are available upon request (provided at a supplementary cost). - Exclusive use of the Dining Hall for your meal. - Wines and bottled spring water served throughout the meal, plus port, coffee and chocolates to finish (wines matched to your food choices by our experienced teams). - Floral table posies, printed menu cards and an inclusive service charge. - A microphone/ lectern in the dining hall and up to 15 minutes either at the beginning or end of the service allocated for speeches/entertainment. - Potential for an extended bar licence after the meal (upon request and depending on viable guest numbers). - The option to hire our Bar Annex as a post-meal entertainment space (at supplementary cost). ### Example Banquet Menu Options A full options menu will be provided to organisers on booking. Starters Crab and Salmon Fish Cake with Mizuna Salad and Chilli Dressing Sardinian Antipasto Platter Middle Eastern Vegetarian Mezze Twice-baked Roquefort Soufflé with Pears and Rocket Soups (As a starter or as separate course) Parsnip Soup with Parmesan Beignets Mixed Mushroom Soup Creamed Pumpkin Soup with Corn Bread Lobster Bisque Fish course (As a starter or as separate course) Sea Bass with Soft Parsley Crust and Lobster Sauce Halibut with Israeli Couscous, Chargrilled Asparagus and Tomato Walnut Sauce Goujons of Plaice with Pea Salad, lemon and Caper-gherkin Mayonnaise King Prawns with Pernod, Tarragon and Feta Palate refresher Champagne Sorbet Lemon and Thyme Sorbet Main Course Pork Fillet, Masala Sauce with Cider Apples Lamb Cutlets with a Sticky Glaze and Roasted Stuffed Peppers Roast Aylesbury Duck with Apple Fritter and Cider Sauce Corn-fed Chicken Breast with Prosciutto with Mozzarella Beef Wellington with Madeira Sauce Brioche Vegetable Pie with Red Onion Marmalade, Avocado, Quinoa and Broad Bean Salad Portobello Mushroom Baked with Couscous and Chilli Salsa Halloumi with Roasted Aubergine, Cherry Tomato and Balsamic Syrup Dessert Strawberry Mascarpone Tart with Strawberry Sorbet Choux Pastry Swan with Berries Lemon Tart with Raspberries Crème Brûlée with Mango Salad Warm Chocolate Mousse Pudding with Crème Fraiche Elderflower Panna Cotta with Coconut Sorbet Cheese Course Your choice of… British, French, Italian or 'Chef's Recommendation' Cheese and Biscuits   ## Choose a layout to suit your event ### Make a booking ![StCatz_White](https://www.catzconferences.com/hs-fs/hubfs/brand/StCatz_White.png?width=300&height=154&name=StCatz_White.png) St Catherine's College, Manor Road, Oxford, OX1 3UJ Call: 01865 281194 / 01865 271717 | Email: [catz.conferences@stcatz.ox.ac.uk](mailto:catz.conferences@stcatz.ox.ac.uk) © St Catherine's College 2025 | [Terms & Conditions](https://www.catzconferences.com/terms-conditions) | [Cookie Policy](https://www.catzconferences.com/cookie-policy) If you are interested in finding out more about St Catherine’s College Conferences and receiving information on special offers and discounts, please sign up for our newsletter/mailing list below (note: any mailing we do undertake is limited and you can unsubscribe at any time) - [Venues Overview](https://www.catzconferences.com/venues) - [Junior Common Room](https://www.catzconferences.com/venues/the-junior-common-room) - [The Arumugam Building](https://www.catzconferences.com/venues/the-arumugam-building) - [The Mary Sunley Suite](https://www.catzconferences.com/venues/the-mary-sunley-building) - [The Quad Suites](https://www.catzconferences.com/venues/the-quad-suites) - [Stay With Us](https://www.catzconferences.com/stay-with-us) - [Our Team](https://www.catzconferences.com/our-team) - [Visit Oxford](https://www.catzconferences.com/visit-oxford) - [Accommodation](https://www.catzconferences.com/stay-with-us/accommodation) - [Make A Booking](https://www.catzconferences.com/contact) © St Catherine's College 2023 [Terms & Conditions](https://www.catzconferences.com/terms-conditions) | [Cookie Policy](https://www.catzconferences.com/cookie-policy)