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Il Fornaio Catering at The Sainte Claire
Weddings and Special Events

Congratulations on your engagement and upcoming wedding! The Authentic Italian Cuisine of Il Fornaio coupled with the National Historic Landmark Sainte Claire will create a truly memorable experience for you and your guests.

Our wedding packages and menus have been designed as "all-inclusive" options to take a lot of the guesswork out of your total price. Our professional catering staff will be there every step of the way to create your special menu, help you with decorating ideas, refer vendors to you, and assist you with the wedding planning process.

Our goal is to create beautiful memories that last a lifetime for you and your family.

Please contact us directly at 408-271-3350 for your special proposal or email: aburchby@ilfo.com or tlaymon@ilfo.com

302 South Market St.; San Jose, CA 95113


WEDDING PACKAGE #2
Your guests will be greeted for the first hour by the Il Fornaio
staff serving the following hors d'oeuvres and beverages

Butler Style Hors D'oeuvres from Silver Trays
(8 pieces total per guest)

Prosciutto ai due Melone
Fresh melon pieces wrapped with prosciutto

Funghi Farciti
Jumbo Mushroom Cap Filled with Pesto and Cheese

Crostini Misti di Mare
Toasted sfilatino baguette with the following toppings:
smoked salmon; grilled prawn with goat cheese, red onions;
seared ahi tuna with fresh horseradish and caper garnish

Vol au Vent di Polenta
Polenta baskets stuffed with gorgonzola, walnuts and truffled honey.


Butler Style Champagne/Cider from Silver Trays

One Glass of House Champagne/Cider Per Person


Full Hosted Bar for One Hour
(estimated at 2 drinks per person)

Serving House Mixed Drinks, Domestic and Imported Beers, House Wines, Champagne, Soft Drinks, and Mineral Waters

*Additional hosted bar hours can be added to the package price for an extra charge
or it can be turned into a cash bar after the first hour is over)

*You are able to upgrade to premium liquors for an additional $5.00pp++


Meal Service
A champagne toast from our house champagne will be poured either upon the bridal party being seated or at the cake-cutting (sparkling cider may be substituted).

Primi
Family style platters placed at each table:

Risotto Milanese
Italian Arborio rice, saffron, parmesan, chopped shallots and tomatoes

Penne Alla Putanesca
pasta tubes, fresh marinara, kalamata olives,
capers, basil, garlic, red peppers and chopped tomatoes


Insalate

(choice of one of the following)

Insalata Caprina
Mixed greens, roma tomatoes, goat cheese rolled in walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette

Insalata Caprese
Sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, kalamata olives, basil and basil-olive oil


Girarrosto, Griglia, e Specialita

(choice of one of the following)

Pollo Valdostana
De-boned and pounded chicken breast, rolled with thinly sliced ham and fontina cheese; dipped in breadcrumbs, cooked and finished with chicken demiglace, trebbiano wine, fried sage leaves and Dijon; served with baby carrots, broccolini, and roasted potatoes

Baked Prime Rib of Beef
Au Jus with Creamed Horseradish Sauce, Baked Potato and Sour Cream
(roasted red potatoes can be substituted)

Salmone alla Griglia
Grilled local salmon with extra virgin olive oil and lemon sauce;
Served with baby carrots, broccolini and roasted potatoes

Il Fornaio Blend Coffee, Tea & Decaf &
Il Fornaio Fresh Baked Breads & Olive Oil


Wine Service with Dinner
Il Fornaio is proud to serve our exclusively bottled and imported Italian wines.
1 bottle of Il Fornaio Chardonnay and 1 bottle of Il Fornaio Chianti Classico opened and poured at each table.

Wedding Cake Slicing
Cake slicing fee is included in the cost of the package,
however , the cake is not provided

SERVICE CHARGE & SALES TAX
Are included in the cost of the package

PACKAGE #2 PRICE - $105.00 PER PERSON

 
Bar Services:

No Bartender Fees for Packages #2 or #3.
Package #2 is a maximum of 2 drinks/person for the One Hour Hosted Bar, using House Liquors .
Package #3 is a maximum of 8 drinks per person for the Four Hours Hosted Bar, using House Liquors. Upgrade to Premium Liquors is available at an additional $5.00++ per person.

Cake-Cutting: Cake Cutting Fee is included in the price of each package. Il Fornaio does not prepare traditional wedding cakes on property; however, we can refer some excellent bakeries.
Guestroom1 Complimentary guestroom (standard king-bedded room) is provided by Il Fornaio on events of $12,000.00 or more in food and beverage . Room and tax only are included, incidentals on own. Subject to availability.
Room Rental: For events that do not meet the minimum revenue quoted by the Catering Manager, a $2,400 room rental will be charged.
Sales Tax: 8.25% Sales Tax is included in each package
Service Charge: 19% service charge is included in each package
Set-Up: For On-Site Catering Events, Il Fornaio Catering provides the following with our inclusive packages:
1.Elegant Dining Space that comfortably seats up to 220 guests for dinner and dancing. Controllable/Dimmable lighting throughout.
2.Tables that seat up to 8-12 guests.
3.White linen tablecloths and white linen napkins
4.3 Votive candles per table
5.Risers for headtable, for band staging and cake table
6.Dance floor suitable to the size of your group
7.All china, glassware, and silverware necessary for the meal
8.Gift tables, guestbook table, coatracks and any necessary tables
Staffing: Il Fornaio staffs the event with our Banquet Servers (uniformed in White Italian Server Jackets)A Banquet Captain, and Manager for your event. Staffing is done on a 1 per 25 guest ratio for servers.
Time Frames
& Rooms:

The time slots on a Saturday are typically 10am-5:00pm or 6:00pm-1:00am. Minimum guaranteed revenue is required for events - please consult your catering manager for these amounts. Reception times and/or minimums are more flexible for the Saturday day-slot, Sunday and Friday Bookings. Smaller Receptions with 80 guests or fewer are also available in rooms more designed for this size.

  
Full Event Planning:This is best for the busy bride who wants to leave all the planning to us. Please call for quotes.
Off Site Catering:

Il Fornaio is proud to bring our authentic Italian catering to your home or other location for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, corporate event or any other special occasion. You can also pick up orders.

Please call 1-888-IL-4-NAIO (454-6246) for details or ask your catering manager.

Other Events:Il Fornaio offers a full-line of corporate menus, reception menus and special event menus for any size group. Please consult with your catering manager or call 408-271-3350 for more details.
  

The following services are at additional charges. Please contact your Catering Manager for more details on these services.
Audio Visual: Il Fornaio contracts with American Audio Visual Center to provide the latest in A/V technology. An American Audio Visual Sales Consultant can help you with all AV needs.
Coatcheck:Coatcheck Attendants are available at $15.00 per hour/ 4 hour minimum
Corkage:If you desire to bring in your own wine and champagne (750ml bottles only), your package price will be reduced by $5.00 per person. The wine and champagne that you bring in will then be assessed at a $15.00++/bottle corkage fee (Magnums @ $25.00++).
"++" refers to the 19% Service charge and 8.25% Sales tax.
The Sainte Claire Piazza del Sole Use:

The former outdoor Courtyard for The Sainte Claire is now an elegant, completely conditioned room.
The Spanish Adobe historic tiles have been preserved in accordance with the hotel's National Registry of Historic Places.
This room may be reserved for your wedding ceremony, cocktail reception and evening bar area. For a total room rental charge
of $750.00, plus tax. The three French doors leading into the Grande Ballroom makes it a perfect compliment to your event.

If you choose not to rent the Piazza in conjunction with your event in the Grande Ballroom, your guests are still welcome to enjoy the piazza along with the public and other Hotel guests; however, there will be no special setup. If you have chosen not to rent the Courtyard, there is also the chance that it will be rented to another group for their private use. If another group rents the courtyard, your guests will not be able to use it.

Guestroom Blocks:Guest room accommodations for The Sainte Claire, please call (408) 271-3313. Il Fornaio does not quote sleeping room rates or make guest room block reservations for you. It is highly recommended that you make these reservations as soon as possible as the rooms are subject to availability.
Displays Decorations Props:We can assist with finding florists, decorators, etc. for your event. No items can be taped, nailed, or hung from the walls or
ceilings without the Catering Department's and Hotel Maintenance approval.
Other Menu Items:A wide range of special menu items are available to add to your package upon request.
Split Entrees:If you choose to offer more than one entree with your package, an additional $3.75 per person will be charged. Il Fornaio will prepare at no additional charge, a vegetarian pasta for special dietary requests. Catered events can have a maximum of 2 entree choices, plus the Vegetarian Pasta. It is the CLIENT'S RESPONSIBILITY to provide meal indicators for each guest. We suggest placecards for each guest with a meal indicator on each placecard. When the Guaranteed count comes due, 3 days prior to the event, the "Split Count" must be given to the Catering Department.
Valet Parking: Valet parking is available at The Sainte Claire and the Alta Mira Hotel. The Valet lot is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Valet parking charges will be $12.00/vehicle for your guests. At the Alta Mira Hotel, Il Fornaio Catering will add $6.00 per person to your package price to arrange for hosted valet parking for your event. At the Hyatt Sainte Claire, the valet service is an independent contractor, and Il Fornaio Catering is unable to offer this service.
Party Favors:Miniature bottles of alcohol are allowed as party favors, however if opened during event there will be an additional charge of $1.75PP+
Off-Site Catering Venue Production:

For any off-site event, Il Fornaio Catering can assist in finding tables, chairs, dance floors, tenting, lighting, florals, gazebos, and hard-to-find items for your special day.

We are also able to find select venues for your special event. Please consult with your experienced Catering Manager for more information on these items.

  

Il Fornaio at The Sainte Claire Proudly offers Wedding Consultation and Event Coordination. Let our experienced Wedding planners take the stress out of your special day and make it one to remember by providing you with:

Two Bridal Hospitality Rooms
Bride/Bridesmaids Room Available from 9:00am for Make-up, hair, etc.
Groom/Groomsmen Room Available for Tuxedo delivery/Hospitality

Each Room Will Receive (up to ten people)
Continental Breakfast of Il Fornaio fresh baked pastries, muffins and breads. Mimosas, Fresh Fruit Juices and coffee service or Deli Buffet of assorted meats, cheeses and breads, house salad, fruit salad and cookies. Soft Drinks, Waters, Coffee, Wine and Beer

Vendor Arrival
Il Fornaio's Catering Sales Managers will meet all vendors, so you don't have to (i.e. Florist, cake, photographer, videographer, DJ/band, at reception site (Hyatt), coordinate vendor arrival times and placement of items)

Ceremony Set Up
Our staff will be there to coordinate the diagram, set up your rehearsal time, meet your officiate.

Ceremony Day
We will coordinate photo times for ceremonies on site and arrival of groomsmen; ushers; grand entrance of attendants and bride.

Pre-Reception Set Up
Favors/Place cards: set up all favors, place cards, guest book, tasting goblets, photos, etc.-day of event. Arrange for secured storage of these items for up to three days prior to the event.

Gifts
Arrange to have gifts taken to either guestroom or vehicle for transport.

Bride and Groom's Room
Special Amenity for their room on the night of the event.

Complimentary Breakfast Coupon for the next morning.

Anniversary Dinner for two at any Il Fornaio Cucina location

Consultation and Coordination Fee: $1,500.00
(Coordination fee can be modified per your needs)

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