Functions
Semola Restaurant Orewa Auckland Functions
Celebrate at Semola
Whether you’re hosting an intimate family celebration in our restaurant, a cocktail party in the Whiskey Bar, or a grand event throughout our entire venue, Semola is ready to cater to all your needs.
Get in touch with us today to discuss your vision, and let us help you turn your special occasion into an unforgettable celebration.
BISTRO PLATED MENU $89 PER PERSON
TO START
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Market Fish Ceviche
Ceviche leche de tigre, burnt mandarin, oregano, blue corn tostadas GF/DF
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Risotto
mixed mushrooms, crispy Wainui Valley oyster mushroom, truffle crema, chive GF/V
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Chicken Liver Parfait
Parfait pear & onion chutney, olive oil crackers GFA.
MAINS
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Handmade Gnocchi
Gnocchi caramelised onion soubise, blue cheese, brown butter hazelnut GF/V
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Leigh Fish
ginger sauce, cream cheese beignets, baby carrots, almond
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Braised Lamb Shoulder
hazelnut puree, mint salsa verde, pea, lamb bone & vadouvan sauce GF/DFA
SIDES FOR THE TABLE
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Beef Fat Agria
garlic mayo GF/DF
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Iceberg Wedge Salad
pecorino ranch dressing, toasted almond GF/V
DESSERT
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Tiramisu
dark chocolate, marsala mascarpone, espresso, cocoa V
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Gingerbread Crème Brulee
ginger biscuit crumb, Mahurangi blended honey ice cream GFA/V
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Cheese board
Board fruit, honeycomb, preserves, crackers GFA/V
BISTRO SHARING MENU $75 PER PERSON
TO START
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Focaccia
caramelised onion, feta, thyme, olive oil V
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Wood-fired Olives
caramelised onion, feta, thyme, olive oil V
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Arancini
ask your server for today’s flavour
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Chicken Liver Parfait
pear & onion chutney, olive oil crackers GFA
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Salt & Pepper Calamari
Marie Rose sauce, lemon GF
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Smoked Leigh Fish Pate
green apple, celery, sweet vinegar, fried baby capers, crackers GFA
MAINS
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Coastal lamb shoulder
orange & umeboshi BBQ glaze
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Risotto
mixed mushrooms, truffle crema, chive GF/V
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Beef Fat Agria
garlic mayo GF/DF
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Iceberg Wedge Salad
pecorino ranch dressing, toasted almonds GF/V
DESSERT
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Tiramisu
dark chocolate, marsala mascarpone, espresso, cocoa V
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Cheese board
fruit, honeycomb, preserves, crackers V
FUNCTIONS | EVENTS
Our canapés are handcrafted, bite-sized delights designed for seamless, stylish dining-perfect for cocktail events, corporate functions, and celebrations.
Served as a roaming selection, they allow guests to mingle while enjoying a variety of seasonal flavours.
CLASSIC CANAPÉS $39pp
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Chicken liver parfait, brioche, marsala-soaked raisins
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Smoked fish pate, pickled shallot, preserved lemon, lavosh
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Haloumi, vine tomato, basil, cracker
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Mushroom arancini, kale pesto
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Southland cheese rolls
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Spiced lamb skewers, chilli, peanut
PREMIUM CANAPÉS $55pp
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Creamed paua, frybread, wakame
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Coconut prawns, lime mayonnaise, chilli
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Cauliflower, truffle & cheese arancini
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Milk bread, whipped feta, broad bean, mint
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Smoked duck breast, coriander, capsicum, palm sugar dressing
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Oat biscuit, brie, Pohutukawa honey, walnut mustard
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Pork rillettes, cornichon, fennel crostini
Our Fork & Walk menu offers a perfect balance between sit-down dining and cocktail-style service.
Designed for events where guests want something more substantial than canapés but without the formality of a plated meal, these generously portioned dishes are easy to enjoy while standing and socializing.
CLASSIC WALK & FORK $39pp (choose 3)
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Caramelised yoghurt, braised lamb shoulder, spiced cauliflower
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Spicy fish tartare, charred shitake, seaweed crackers
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Pork belly, brown butter apple, walnut
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Popcorn chicken, lime mayonnaise, paprika
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Risotto, forest mushrooms, truffle crema
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Gnocchi, caramelised onion soubise, blue cheese
PREMIUM WALK & FORK $55pp (choose 3)
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Squid ink tagliatelle, puttanesca, prawn, squid, oregano
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Market fish, ginger, cream cheese, carrot, almond
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Pork belly, miso custard, preserved lemon, shisho
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Gnocchi, veal bolognaise, parsnip
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Eye fillet, whipped potato, bone sauce, crispy onion
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Truffle, pea & bacon risotto, grana Padano, fried herbs
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Beef tataki, wasabi mayo, shallot, tamarind sauce
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Fish crudo, apple, celery, buttermilk
Seasonal variations may apply. A minimum order of 15 guests is required.
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