SIX NEW BEDROOMS AT THE GRANGE HOTEL. The AA 4 star Grange Hotel on Bootham is about to open its stunning six bedroom extension increasing its number of luxurious bedrooms from 30 to 36. Added to the existing building on the York Minster side of the hotel, the new bedrooms compliment the hotels existing rooms, all of which are individually designed and full of character. Each of the six new bedrooms is air conditioned and the decor is of the highest standard. The Grange becomes the first hotel in Yorkshire to feature 17 LCD televisions at the end of each double ended bath, while flat screen LCD televisions are to be installed in all of the hotels 36 bedrooms. Says Jeremy Cassel, Managing Director of The Grange, I am delighted to be developing the Grange whilst retaining the atmosphere and character of the original regency building. I believe that we have significantly improved the streetscape of Queen Annes Road while considering the environmental impact of the extension at all times. The Grange is one of the highest acclaimed hotels in York city centre. With two restaurants, elegant dining rooms and a wedding licence, the hotel has had a very strong local following since it opened 18 years ago. For further details please contact Amie Postings, General Manager at The Grange Hotel, 1, Clifton, YORK YO30 6AA. Tel: 01904 644744 or email: amie.postings@grangehotel.co.uk. A FABULOUS EVENING OF FASHION AT THE GRANGE HOTEL, IN SUPPORT OF CAROLINEa€™S RAINBOW FOUNDATION. In support of Carolines Rainbow Foundation, The Grange Hotel on Bootham in York is delighted to host a fabulous evening of fashion. Bring your friends along to The Grange on Thursday 26th June for a catwalk show featuring clothes from Browns of York and modelled by Miss York! Following the fashion show, well enjoy champagne cocktails and a sumptuous buffet supper. You wont want to go home without one of the exclusive raffle prizes on offer or one of the exclusive goodie bags. Tickets for this exclusive event are priced at £35 each and are available by contacting Gill Atkinson at Carolines Rainbow Foundation on 01759 304425 or e-mail. Alternatively call Amie Postings at The Grange Hotel on 01904 644744 or e-mail. Carolines Rainbow Foundation is a York based charity which aims to raise awareness of the importance of personal safety amongst young travellers. The foundation was established in 2002 following the tragic death of Caroline Stuttle in Bunderberg, Australia whilst backpacking in her gap year. For more information on the important and valuable work of Carolines Rainbow Foundation please visit www.carolinesrainbowfoundation.or. The Grange Hotel is a 36 bedroom, four star hotel in the centre of York. With three cosy private dining rooms and two unique restaurants, The Grange Hotel offers country house elegance in the heart of the city. Visit www.grangehotel.co.uk for more information. RESTAURANTS AGAINST HUNGER - STAFF SWAP ROLES FOR CHARITY! The Ivy Brasserie within The Grange Hotel in Bootham is the first restaurant in to support the international charity Action Against Hunger;s campaign to raise funds through their Restaurants Against Hunger initiative. On Sunday 10 June, staff will SWAP roles at this top city centre restaurant for the lunchtime session and donate all their tips to this worthwhile cause. Customers will also be invited to make an optional donation of £2 per person cover charge. General Manager Amie Postings who will head up the kitchen team said It will be a fun day for everyone so we do hope that customers old and new will come along and support us. Who would have thought that eating out could help provide food and safe water for families suffering from hunger and malnutrition? Well that;s exactly what happens by supporting events such as this Amie added. We are delighted to have the Ivy Brasserie on board, joining the hundreds of restaurants across the that are inviting their customers to fight hunger simply by eating out. We are calling all restaurants throughout to follow their lead and join Restaurants Against Hunger in 2007. Quote from Pauline Llorca, Campaign Co-ordinator for Action Against Hunger. For further information please contact Amie Postings at the Ivy Brasserie at The Grange Hotel, 1 Clifton, York on 01904 644744 or email. Information regarding the charity can be found at restaurantsagainsthunger.org. Three happy couples from celebrated a total of 130 years of marriage at The Grange Hotel in Bootham last Sunday with parties for their friends and families. Barbara and John Cundill celebrating their Golden Wedding were married in 1955 just as commercial television was launched in the. And Ruby Wedding couples Rena and Tony Martin and Barbara and Tony Ayres were married ten years later in 1965, the same year that Sir Winston Churchill died and the Beatles received their MBE from Her Majesty The Queen. They all agreed that these were halcyon days, a different world no computers, no mobile phones and petrol just 50p a gallon! And their secret for a long and happy partnership? Being the best of mates Rena added.

In order to maintain our high standards, we do ask that just the one starter, main course and dessert is selected for your entire party, allowing of course for vegetarians and any guests with special dietary requirements. We are happy to devise menus to your personal specifications wherever possible. Chef would also welcome the opportunity to discuss a gourmet menu option with you. Whilst every effort is made, we are unable to guarantee that any of our dishes do not contain traces of nuts. The menu prices are valid until September 2008. All our prices include VAT and, for parties of 16 or more, the following is included in the price of a 3 course menu: - Room hire, menu cards, place cards and seating plan. Download a printable PDF version. Smoked Salmon Caviar, Creme Fraiche En Croute. Cheese and Seed Mustard Straws. Cherry Tomato Stuffed with Tapenade. Parma Ham, Rocket Sun Blushed Tomato. Tomato, Olive Mozzarella Bouchees. Smoked Salmon Leek Quiche. Chicken Red Pepper Satay. Caramelised Onion Gruyere Cheese Tart. 2 x Hot and 2 x Cold @ £4.50. 3 x Hot and 3 x Cold @ £6.00. 4 x Hot and 4 x Cold @ £8.00. Confit Duck Ballotine, Cumberland Sauce, Granary Toast - ££6.25. Smoked Salmon, Lemon, Capers Shallots - £6.50. Roast Cherry Tomato, Pepper Feta Tart, Pesto Dressing - £5.50. Trio of Melon, Griottine Cherry, Cassis Syrup - £5.50. Carpaccio of Beef, Rocket Parmesan Salad - £7.25. Ham Parsley Terrine, Lentil Honey Vinaigrette - £6.25. Roasted Mediterranean Vegetable Mozzarella Salad - ££5.50. Parsnip, Parmesan Beignets - £5.50. Sweet Potato Leek - £5.50. Honey Carrot Coriander - £5.30. French Onion, Gruyere Croute - ££5.75. Roast Tomato Sweet Pepper, Basil Oi - £4.95. Champagne Cassis Syrup. Loin of Pork, stuffed with Prunes, Mustard Sauce - £13.75. Breast of Cornfed Chicken wrapped in Bacon, Mushroom Red Wine Sauce - ££14.25. Ribeye Steak, Pepper Sauce - £17.50. Slow Cooked Fillet of Beef, Port Jus - £21.50. Saddle of Lamb stuffed with Spinach Tomatoes, Basil Jus - £14.75. Duck Breast, Orange Thyme Jus - £15.50. Roast Fillet of Salmon, Herb Buerre Blanc - £13.95. Panfried Fillet of Seabass, Caviar Tarragon Veloute - £14.50. Whole Grilled Lemon Sole, Prawn Caper Beurre Noisette - £17.75. Baked Fillet of Cod, Tomato Basil Sauce - £14.75. Monkfish, Mild Curry Shrimp Veloute. Mille Feuille of Roasted Vegetables, Red Pepper Coulis - £12.50. Field Mushroom Stuffed with Leeks, Blue Cheese Walnut Dressing - £12.75. Tagliatelle with Pesto, Pine Nuts, Rocket Slow Roasted Tomato - £14.75. Tian of Polenta, Aubergine, Courgette, Goats Cheese a Tomato Coulis - £13.25. All our main courses are accompanied with fresh vegetables potatoes, family service style. Chocolate Tart, Orange Chantilly. Creme Brulee, Shortbread. Bread Butter Pudding, Creme Anglaise. Mango Coconut Parfait, Pineapple Salsa. Sticky Toffee Pudding, Butterscotch Vanilla Ice Cream. Selection of Cheeses - £6.50 Cheese Course - £5.25. Coffee - £2.00 Coffee and Petits Fours - £2.75. Special Occasion Buffet - £32.50. Please choose one starter and one pudding from the main menu for your entire party. Bacon Wrapped Chicken Mushroom Mousseline. Rib of Beef, Watercress Horseradish Cream. Leek Fish Pie with Cheesy Mash. Panache of Vegetables. Tomato Onion Basil Salad. Simple Carved Buffet - £15.75. Garlic Roast Rib of Beef. Honey Glazed Ham, Cloves Mustard. Mediterranean Vegetable Lasagne. Roasted Potatoes Root Vegetables. Homemade Bread Rolls. Bacon Sandwiches - ££5.75. Sausage Sandwiches - £6.25. Crisps Dips - £1.50. Turkey Pepper Brochettes. Homemade Sage Onion Sausage Rolls. Mushroom Tarragon Vol Au Vents. Plaice Goujons, Tartare Sauce. Roasted Vegetable Tart with Feta. Garlic Herb Ciabatta. Sole Goujons, Tartare Sauce. Homemade Cheese Tomato Pizza. Crispy Coated Goats Cheese. Duck Pancakes, Hoi Sin Sauce. Mustard Parmesan Parmier. Selection of Profiteroles. Lunch - £17.50 Dinner - £19.95. Smoked Salmon Platter. Noodles Stir Fried Vegetables. Mixed Leaves Dressing. Meatballs in a Tomato Sauce. Tomato Onion Salad. Mushrooms stuffed with Onion, Blue Cheese Walnuts. All our fork buffets include tea and coffee. Sunday Luncheon Menu - £19.95. For parties of 9 and above. Roast Tomato Pepper Soup, Parmesan Pesto Croute. Smoked Haddock Risotto. Chicken Rillettes, Piccalilli. Roast Rib of Yorkshire Beef, Yorkshire Pudding. Pork Loin stuffed with Prunes, Mustard Beurre Blanc. Fillet of Salmon, Caviar Chive Sauce. Vegetarian Dish of the Day. Sticky Toffee Pudding with Vanilla Ice Cream. Panna Cotta, Oranges. Canapes (2 per person). A glass of Bucks Fizz on arrival. Up to half a bottle of house wine with the wedding breakfast. A glass of dry sparkling wine for the toast. Canapes (4 per person). Pimms Lemonade on arrival. Up to a bottle of house wine with the wedding breakfast. A glass of house champagne for the toast. For the children - £6.00. Shirley Temple on arrival. Sparkling fruit cup with the wedding breakfast. Kir, per 175 ml. glass - £4.25. Kir Royale, per 125 ml. glass - £7.75. Mulled wine, per 175 ml. glass - £4.50. Bucks Fizz, per 125 ml. glass - £4.25. Orange juice, per litre jug - £6.00. Mineral water, per 75 cl. bottle - ££3.00. Should you wish to provide your own wine, corkage would be charged @ £10.00 per 75 cl. bottle of still table wine and £16.50 per 75 cl. bottle of sparkling wine or champagne. Prices may be subject to change