Christmas Party (Guildford)

Who can believe that Christmas is nearly here? Come celebrate your achievements with other women running businesses in Surrey - because even solo founders need a Christmas Party! Our dinner events provide the opportunity to meet other local woman in Surrey building businesses. We don't like to call it networking because that elicits images of name tags, exchanging business cards and awkward introductory speeches. Our dinners are about having a giggle and building relationships. Because honestly, building anything - including businesses - is much more fun together. So, dinner and social. Zero pressure to perform. Just come as you are. Not sure if it's for you? We welcome any women in and around Surrey who are building a business, freelancing, or side-hustling. Whether you're full pelt at the growing phase or still at the scribbling-ideas-at-11pm stage. If you've ever muttered (or shouted) FFS at your laptop, you're exactly who we are for. Here's the plan: ⏰ 6pm - drinks and chat 🍽️ 7pm - 7:30pm - sit down for dinner 🚗 10pm - all done, unless of course you want to have another drink! £45 covers two courses / £50 covers three courses. Cost includes service charge and a welcome drink. Pre-orders will be requested after booking. If you have any questions or you're worried about not knowing anyone on the night, reach out to gabi@femalefounderssurrey.com and we'll get you introduced before the event! --- STARTERS Jerusalem artichoke soup, truffle creme fraiche, artichoke crisp and chives (v/gfo) Soft shell crab brioche slider with kohlrabi, pickled chilli, toasted sesame ‘ slaw and ponzu mayonnaise Duck liver parfait on homemade savoury waffle with plum puree Roscoff onion tarte tartin, caramelised goat’ s cheese, frisse and walnut salad (v) MAINS Honey parsnips, glazed carrots and charred chestnut Brussels and pigs in blankets for the table Roast crown of turkey with beef tallow roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, pork and cranberry stuffing and a rich gravy (gfo) 12-hour slow cooked feather blade of Surrey Farm beef, dauphinoise potatoes, creamy leeks, baby thyme and crispy shallots (gf) Pan fried sea bream with a butterbean and pancetta cassoulet, fennel and preserved lemon salad (gf) Celeriac and gruyere Wellington, parsnip puree, crispy kale (v/pbo) DESSERTS Apple tarte tartin, Calvados caramel, rum and raisin ice cream Clementine posset, cranberry and gingerbread biscuit (pb/gf) Burnt basque cheesecake, mulled berries and creme fraiche Montagnolo Affine cheese with oat cakes and pear chutney TO FOLLOW Mince Pies