Distinctive Event Venues for Your Next Occasion.

We know your event is unique and we are dedicated to making it a success. From corporate events to special occasions, we offer a variety of choices to suit your budget and event. With years of hospitality experience, we know what people want. Our delicious home-made food is second-to-none; our service is impeccable. Don’t hesitate to contact the Just Essence team to discuss your needs

021 736 884

Forbury Park.

250

300

Distinctive Event Venues for Your Next Occasion.

021 736 884

Black Dog Kitchen & Bar.

100

Forbury Park Raceway

Forbury Park Raceway venue is a unique event facility. With three function rooms and free parking for over 300, it’s the perfect experience for your next occasion. We have an extensive à la carte menu - talk to us about your food requirements.

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Black Dog Kitchen & Bar

Dine out at Black Dog, Dunedin’s iconic cafe, bar and restaurant. A wide selection of drinks and delicious food from the cabinet food or choose from a hearty menu. The perfect central-city location for a coffee, drink, meal or function with capacity for 100 people.

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Buffet & Set Menu

We know how to cater for all events – our food is good. Our venues have four exceptional buffet options to suit all occasions and budgets, or take the sumptuous set menu option.

Meal

1 x Carvery
1 x Main
1 x Salad
1 x Roast Potato
2 x Desserts

See menu options below

$40 / Per Person

Feast

1 x Carvery
2 x Mains
1 x Salad
1 x Potato
2 x Desserts

See menu options below

$50 / Per Person

Banquet

2 x Carvery
2 x Mains
2 x Salads
1 x Potato
3 x Desserts

See menu options below

$65 / Per Person

Indian

2 x Starters (1 Veg + 1 Meat)
3 x Mains
Naan / Roti
Salad
Sides
2 x Desserts

Menu provided by Chilli Dhaba

$50 / Per Person

Meal

1 x Carvery
1 x Main
1 x Salad
1 x Roast Potato
2 x Desserts

See menu options below

$40 / Per Person

Feast

1 x Carvery
2 x Mains
1 x Salad
1 x Potato
2 x Desserts

See menu options below

$50 / Per Person

Banquet

2 x Carvery
2 x Mains
2 x Salads
1 x Potato
3 x Desserts

See menu options below

$65 / Per Person

Indian

2 x Starters (1 Veg + 1 Meat)
3 x Mains
Naan / Roti
Salad
Sides
2 x Desserts

Menu provided by Chilli Dhaba

$50 / Per Person

Meal

1 x Carvery
1 x Main
1 x Salad
1 x Roast Potato
2 x Desserts

See menu options below

$40 / Per Person

Feast

1 x Carvery
2 x Mains
1 x Salad
1 x Potato
2 x Desserts

See menu options below

$50 / Per Person

Banquet

2 x Carvery
2 x Mains
2 x Salads
1 x Potato
3 x Desserts

See menu options below

$65 / Per Person

Indian

2 x Starters (1 Veg + 1 Meat)
3 x Mains
Naan / Roti
Salad
Sides
2 x Desserts

Menu provided by Chilli Dhaba

$50 / Per Person

Meal

1 x Carvery
1 x Main
1 x Salad
1 x Roast Potato
2 x Desserts

See menu options below

$40 / Per Person

Menu.

Carvery.

Honey Glazed Ham
Roasted Wagyu with Red Wine Jus
Prime Roast Pork
Dry Rubbed New Zealand Leg of Lamb with Rosemary Pinot Sauce
Tandoori Chicken with Yoghurt and Cucumber Sauce

Salads.

Caesar Salad
Greek Salad
Roasted Veggie Salad
Smoked Chicken Waldorf Salad
Green Salad
Broccoli with Cranberry and Almonds
Roasted Kumara and Pumpkin Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
Penne Pasta with Basil Pesto and Sun-dried Tomatoes

Roast Potatoes.

Roasted Potatoes with Sea Salt
Potatoes with Parsley Butter
Potato Au Gratin
Cajun Roasted Potato with Garlic

Mains.

Chicken Tuscany
Beef Bourguignon
Butter Chicken with Pilaf Rice
Stir Fried Beef (Asian Style)
Beef Stroganoff
Beef Lasagne
Seafood Paella
Seafood Chowder served with Ciabatta
Pan Seared Salmon with Saffron Risotto
Lamb Rogan Josh with Rice
Pasta (Spaghetti / Linguine / Ravioli)

Desserts.

Apple Crumble with Custard
Pavlova with Homemade Berry Compote
Cheesecake (Double Chocolate / Passionfruit / Caramel and Hazelnut)
Chocolate Gâteau
Fresh Fruit Platter
Sticky Date Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce
Banana Cake with Chocolate Sauce

Set Menu Minimum 20 People
Buffet Minimum 40 People (Dine In or Take Away)

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