Buffets

Our buffet savoury platters are ideal as standalone snacks or as additions to your buffet selection.

Quiche selection

A selection of assorted quiches.

• Serves: 10 (1 piece per person)
• Price: £22.50

Sausage roll platter

Freshly baked sausage rolls.

• Serves: 10
• Price: £4.50

Vegetable spring roll platter

Crispy vegetable spring rolls.

• Serves: 10
• Price: £4.50

A selection of traditional buffet favourites. Each guest receives two of each item.

• Price: £8.95 per person
• Minimum order: 10

The classic buffet menu includes:

• Falafel (VE, GF)
• Sausage Roll
• Sweet Potato Falafels with Harissa Mayonnaise (VE, GF)
• Mini Scotch Egg
• Spring Roll (VE)

Please note: (V) Vegetarian, (VE) Vegan, (GF) Gluten Free

All orders from this category must be placed by 10am at least 72 hours in advance. For Monday deliveries, please submit your order by 10am on the previous Thursday.

Savoury bites

• Onion Bhajis with Mango Chutney (2 per person - V)
• Sweet Chilli Glazed Chipolatas (2 per person)
• Sweet Potato Falafel Bites with Harissa Mayonnaise (2 per person - V, GF)
• Vegetable Samosa with Mint & Cucumber Yoghurt (2 per person)
• Wild Mushroom Palmier & Pickled Mushrooms (3 per person - V)

Additional buffet selections: £2.65 per person (minimum order of 10).

Please note: (V) Vegetarian, (VE) Vegan, (GF) Gluten Free

All orders from this category must be placed by 10am at least 72 hours in advance. For Monday deliveries, please submit your order by 10am on the previous Thursday.

A selection of traditional hot buffet favourites. Choose two options from the selection below.

Price: £14.95 per person

Minimum order: 20 portions

Please note:

• Hot buffet orders are prepared in multiples of 20 portions.
• Additional staffing costs may apply. A member of the Conference and Events Team will confirm any applicable charges at the time of enquiry.

Meat options

• Stovies with Beetroot & Oatcakes
• Haggis, Neeps & Tatties with Whisky Sauce
• Lasagna al Forno with Garlic Ciabatta
• Herb Chicken with Garlic & Spinach, served with Buttered Potatoes
• Chicken Jalfrezi with Basmati Rice & Chapatti

Vegetarian & vegan options

• Vegetable Stovies with Beetroot & Oatcakes (VE)
• Vegetarian Haggis, Neeps & Tatties with Whisky Sauce (VE)
• Meatless Lasagna al Forno with Garlic Ciabatta (VE)
• White Bean & Vegetable Jalfrezi with Basmati Rice & Chapatti (VE)
• Herb Mushrooms with Garlic & Spinach, served with Buttered Potatoes (VE)

Please note: (V) Vegetarian, (VE) Vegan, (GF) Gluten Free

All orders from this category must be placed by 10am at least 72 hours in advance. For Monday deliveries, please submit your order by 10am on the previous Thursday.

A selection of our signature hot buffet meals. Choose two options from the selection below.

Price: £18.95 per person

Minimum order: 20 portions

Please note:

• Hot buffet orders are prepared in multiples of 20 portions.
• Additional staffing costs may apply. A member of the Conference and Events Team will confirm any applicable charges at the time of enquiry.

Meat options

• Beef Bourguignon with Dauphinoise Potato, Glazed Carrots & Green Beans
• Chicken Chettinad with Pilau Rice, Chapatti & Hot Coconut Vegetables
• Persian Lamb and Aubergine Casserole with Saffron Rice & Barbari Bread
• Coq au Vin with Dauphinoise Potato, Glazed Carrots & Green Beans

Vegetarian & vegan options

• Aubergine & Potato Curry with Achaar Spices, Pilau Rice, Chapatti & Hot Coconut Vegetables (VE)
• Celeriac & Wild Mushroom Bourguignon with Pomme Anna, Glazed Carrots & Green Beans (VE)
• Thai Green Tofu Curry with Jasmine Rice & Stir Fried Bok-Choi and Broccoli (VE)
• Tuscan Cannellini Beans & Cavolo Nero, with Focaccia & Parmesan Potatoes (V)

Please note: (V) Vegetarian, (VE) Vegan, (GF) Gluten Free

All orders from this category must be placed by 10am at least 72 hours in advance. For Monday deliveries, please submit your order by 10am on the previous Thursday.

Our professional waiting staff are available for conferences, receptions, celebrations and special events, helping to ensure your guests are well looked after throughout your event.

Service

We recommend waiting staff arrive 30 minutes before your guests to prepare the venue and set up your catering. During your event, staff can:

• Welcome and assist guests
• Pour and top up drinks
• Serve canapés
• Staff catering stations
• Keep the venue clean and tidy throughout the event

After your event, staff will clear catering areas and tidy the venue. Please allow 30 minutes after guests have departed for clearing down.

Recommended staffing

As a guide, we recommend:

• 1 waiting staff member for up to 50 guests at a simple drinks or wine reception.
• 2 or more waiting staff members for larger events or occasions requiring a more interactive service.

All waiting staff wear a standard black University of Aberdeen branded shirt.

Pricing

£16.50 per hour, per staff member

• Minimum booking: 3 hours per staff member
• Includes the recommended set-up and clear-down time

Booking

Waiting staff must be booked at least 5 working days in advance. The booking deadline is 10:00am on the fifth working day before your event. Requests received after this time may not be accommodated.