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The Helios Dinner – Dining beneath the sun

The Helios Dinner offers a refined dining experience, ideal for gala dinners, award celebrations, client entertaining, or intimate private gatherings. Designed to impress, this package combines elegance with flexibility to suit a variety of occasions. 

Prices start from £60 per person (excluding VAT)

VE = Vegan | V = Vegetarian

Starters

Charred golden peach and burrata

with and honey-thyme drizzle served with toasted sunflower seeds and baby herbs

Golden beet carpaccio (VE)

topped with citrus vinaigrette, micro greens, and edible flowers garnished with toasted pistachios, whipped vegan cheese

Main courses

Solar roasted cauliflower steak (VE)

marinated in turmeric, lemon, and smoked paprika, with panko-coated saffron couscous croquette, charred corn purée, and sunflower seed gremolata

Golden roasted chicken supreme

with turmeric and honey, roasted carrot purée, charred tenderstem broccoli, pulled chicken potato
cake, sundried tomato sauce, toasted sunflower seeds

Desserts

Saffron and golden maple panna cotta (VE)

infused with saffron and maple syrup, golden lemon curd, candied orange peel and sunflower

Tea and coffee

Sunshine golden chocolate truffles

Starters

Fiery charred balti-marinated chicken and potato cake

mango, orange, pomegranate and pickled radish salad, golden lentil dahl, mango chutney, onion bhaji crumb,
toasted sunflower seeds

Sweet potato bhaji (VE)

with mango, orange, pomegranate and pickled radish salad,
golden lentil dahl, mango chutney, toasted sunflower seeds

Main courses

Solar spiced lamb rump

marinated in sun-dried chili, paprika, and citrus zest, pulled lamb croquette, roasted golden beet, glazed heirloom carrots, mint and honey jus

Golden saffron and tomato risotto and mozzarella cake (VE)

grilled asparagus, confit cherry yellow tomatoes, roasted golden beetroot, herb oil

Desserts

Sunburst pineapple tarte tatin

with star anise and vanilla, toasted coconut mango ice cream, pineapple crisp

Tea and coffee

Sunshine golden chocolate truffles

Starters

Sun-kissed citrus cured salmon

house-cured with orange, lemon, and grapefruit zest, salmon and dill fishcake, salmon rillette, pickled cucumber, golden citrus crème fraîche, golden lemon curd

Golden gazpacho of sun-kissed vegetables (VE)

chilled yellow tomato and bell pepper gazpacho, garnished with avocado mousse, golden ball of crispy vegan feta and herbs, micro basil, and edible marigold petals

Main courses

Golden beef tenderloin steak

with a turmeric-and-mustard-seed crust, sun-dried tomato polenta, sautéed
cherry tomatoes and baby onions, baby potatoes, pulled beef croquette, tomato and thyme jus

Sunburst vegetable wellington (VE)

puff pastry filled with layers of roasted yellow squash, sweet potato, and golden mushrooms,
sun-dried tomato polenta, sautéed cherry tomatoes and baby onions, with baby potatoes,
tomato and thyme jus

Desserts

Golden citrus sun

a delicate orange and lemon mousse encased in a ball of chocolate sunshine, passionfruit curd, charred pineapple with edible gold leaf

British cheese board

Golden Cross goats cheese, fiery chilli Cheddar, Blue Stilton, golden quince jelly, sundried tomato chutney, sunflower crackers

Tea and coffee

Sunshine golden chocolate truffles

The Solar Social – Receptions and Networking

The Solar Social Package creates a vibrant atmosphere beneath the striking sun sculpture, making it the ideal choice for networking evenings, product launches, or team celebrations. Whether you’re connecting with colleagues or showcasing something new, this package sets the perfect tone for memorable moments.

Choose 4 mains and 2 dessert bowls – £47.50

Choose 4 canapes – £20

VE = Vegan | V = Vegetarian

Citrus-cured Scottish salmon
cucumber, pink grapefruit and mint salad, juniper berry syrup

Sticky saltmarsh spring pulled lamb shoulder
minted Jersey Royal potato salad, English mustard dressing

Summer English heritage tomato salad (VE)
with charred vegan feta cheese, black olive crumb, golden English rapeseed oil

Golden Coronation chicken
smoked chicken bound in Indian spiced mayonnaise, golden sultanas, toasted almonds, apricots, curry oil, crispy onions

English summer green vegetable salad (VE)
with mint and English rapeseed vinaigrette

Watermelon (VE)
with vegan feta cheese, toasted pine nuts, pickled ginger and soy dressing

Pickled heritage golden beetroot salad
with English hedgerow blackberries, crumbed Stilton Blue cheese and candied pecan nuts

Lemon and dill poached Scottish salmon
pickled cucumber, baby gem lettuce, tomato salsa and crispy capers

Charred English asparagus (VE)
with lemon and courgette spaghetti, heritage tomato and spring onion salsa

Winterbourne House honey-glazed smoked duck breast
with honey-glazed duck breast, English orchard apple slaw and Somerset cider apple chutney

Pimm’s and summer berry trifle


Local strawberry Eton Mess
local strawberry compote, Farmer Teds whipped cream, Wild Side strawberry jam and meringue


British summer berry pots (VE)


Cadbury Bournville dark chocolate mousse
with brownie bites and Farmer Ted’s whipped cream

 

Banoffee cheesecake
with sweetmeat vanilla fudge, Burnt Cambridge cream and English lavender shortbread


Mango and pineapple pots (VE)
with passionfruit coulis and toasted coconut flakes

 

Locally picked strawberries
with black pepper caramel and Cornish clotted cream

Chinese-spiced pork belly, mandarin gel

 

Fillet of beef tartare, black pepper shortbread, horseradish cream

 

Golden beetroot cured salmon, cream cheese, rye bread croute

 

Black pudding quail Scotch egg

 

Teriyaki salmon tartare, wasabi, pickled ginger, crispy cone

 

Toasted brioche, local cheddar and onion
cheese sandwich, quince gel (V)

 

Fillet of spring lamb, curried puy lentils, raita

 

Pressed ham hock, gherkin, apple gel, scratchings

 

Citrus-cured salmon, salmon caviar, grapefruit gel, crème fraîche

 

Whipped vegan cheese, pickled beetroot, candy walnut, salted shortbread (VE)


Red onion and cider Welsh rarebit tartlet (V)

Local Drinks

Birmingham Brewing Company – We’ve been brewing beer in Stirchley, Birmingham since 2016 creating a selection of quality beers with the best ingredients that all Brummies can drink, enjoy and be proud to put their name to. What’s more, all our beers are vegan and gluten free.  

All cans 330ml in packs of 12

£52 per pack (4 varieties)

Bitter Brummie – 4.1% – A classic British bitter brewed with caramel malts to bring a sweet malt flavour and a touch of liquorice, dry hopped with Centennial to add bitterness and notes of soft pine

Gold Brummie – 5.5% – This firm favourite is a collision of British bittering hops and American aroma hops that deliver lashings of resinous pine, and grapefruit, wrapped up in a spicy, voluptuous mouthfeel

Sober Brummie – 0.5% – Brewed exactly like an alcoholic beer and dry hopped with a blend of Citra, chinook, centennial, and mosaic, to give a zingy experience that tantalizes the taste buds

Stirchley Lager – 4.4% – We take British Lager Malt, dry hopped it with pine and citrus resulting in a light, crisp, refreshing lager that’ll keep you coming back for more

Half Penny Green Wine Estate – Established in 1983 and set in the heart of the Severn Valley, Halfpenny Green was one of the early pioneers in the English Wine renaissance and has been investing in and producing great wines ever since. With a full range of multi-award-winning wines, we take both a modern and traditional approach to our wine growing to ensure we achieve the highest quality grapes and in turn the optimum ripeness, acidity and complexity for all our wines.

Sparkling

Classic Cuvee – 11.5% – £55

Warm toasted notes with dessert pears and white peach rounding out the finish

Brut – 11.5% – £50

Elegant characters, crisp and delicate apple and lemon blended flavours

Rose – 11.5% – £50

Light, crisp and delicate, this wine has refined aromas of rose petal and redcurrant

Red – 11.5% – £50

Forward with black cherry and forest fruits this wine has a smooth, yet smoky finish

White Wine

Penny Black – 11% – £26

A bouquet of lemon, pear, peach and herbal notes

Black Country Gold – 11% – £26

Delicate, sweet citrus and herbaceous aromas with flavours of apricot, citrus and honey

Long Acre – 11.5% – £26

A generous bouquet of nectarine, orange blossom and elderflower

Bacchus – 11% – £29

The quintessential English wine, with aromas of lemon, pear and green apple

Solaris – 11% – £49

An elegant bouquet of elderflower, orange blossom and citrus

Chardonnay – 12% – £49

Characterful and elegant, showing a complex bouquet of peach, honey and lemon peel

Rose

English Rose – 11% – £26

Generous and juicy aromas of strawberry, cranberry, redcurrant and watermelon

Red

Penny Black – 12% – £26

Rich notes of plum, violet and sweet spices, completely unlike any other English red blend

Pinot Noir – 12% – £49

Ripe and juicy red cherries and summery strawberries, with a gentle supporting vanilla and spice

Brummie Ginshine – £7

A zesty celebration of Birmingham flavour and spirit. Featuring Birmingham Brewing’s Brummie Gin, this cocktail is perfectly balanced with vibrant tangerine syrup and finished with a splash of fizz. Garnished with a fresh slice of orange, its sunshine in a glass

Tequila Sunrise – £7

A vibrant classic that’s as beautiful as it is refreshing. Smooth tequila meets the sweet tang of orange juice, layered with rich grenadine to create a sunset in a glass, finished with a cherry and orange garnish

Sunset Fizz – £7

Raise a glass to Helios with this vibrant mocktail which captures the glow of a summer sunset. Bursting with tangerine flavour and a dash of fizz, it’s layered with rich grenadine to create a striking sunset effect. Finished with a slice or orange, this refreshing drink is a toast to golden days and feel-good moments

Add that extra sparkle to your event with our fantastic drinks’ packages. Choose the perfect package to suit your event.

Our reception packages are limited to a one-hour time slot.

Halfpenny Green, Penny Black white and red wine, Birmingham Brewing Beer and soft drinks – £16.95

Non-alcoholic wine, Birmingham Brewery beer and soft drinks – £16.95

Halfpenny Green, Penny Black white and red wine, Birmingham Brewing Beer soft drinks + three nibble choices – £20.95

Halfpenny Green, Penny Black white and red wine, Birmingham Brewing Beer, beer and soft drinks + four nibble choices – £21.95

Halfpenny Green, Penny Black white and red wine, Birmingham Brewing Beer and soft drinks + three canapés – £31.95

Halfpenny Green, Penny Black white and red wine, Birmingham Brewing Beer and soft drinks + five canapés – £39.95

Upgrade wine to Halfpenny Green Sparkling Brut for £3.95 per person

Upgrade to premium Halfpenny Green Bacchus white and Pinot Noir for £3.95 per person

Marinated mixed olives (VE)
briny, herby and colourful, a classic welcome snack

Kettle-cooked potato crisps (VE)
thick-cut, extra-crunch crisps in sea salt

Roasted and salted corn (VE)
rich, savoury flavour with a toasty finish 

Tortilla chips (VE)
lightly baked and seasoned with a hummus dip

Mini pretzels (VE)
bite-sized and moreish

Pork scratchings
bold, crispy and indulgent; great with beer or sparkling wine

Norimaki (VE)
crunchy rice crackers wrapped in savoury roasted seaweed, delivering a perfect balance of salty, umami flavour and crisp texture

Wasabi peas (VE)
crisp green peas coated in fiery wasabi for a bold, spicy crunch

Vegetable crisps (VE)
thinly sliced root vegetables, lightly seasoned and crisp-fried for a colourful, crunchy snack

VE = Vegan

Although we have excellent food hygiene standards and keep food containing allergens away from non-allergenic food our kitchens are not a completely allergen-free environment. If you have any allergen or dietary requirement, please inform us when you confirm your order.

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