Crafted in 1950, Southwinds is a beautiful 61ft yacht blending vintage ketch yacht style with modern comforts. Able to accommodate 22 guests within the harbour, 11 guests offshore and 8 guests overnight. Southwinds is suitable for almost every occasion on Sydney Harbour.
Designed by Sir Robert Clark, Southwinds holds a rich history. Including being one of the first yachts to be sailed around the world skippered by a woman, under the name Valhalla. The original plans for her build can be found at the British National Maritime Museum.
Southwinds features a licensed bar, an open layout top deck ideal for lounging, a surround sound system. An interior with an open galley, comfortable dining space, sizeable windows and luxurious timber finishes. Onboard extras include Clearview kayaks, standup paddleboards, snorkelling equipment, and inflatables, just to name a few.
Standard Cold Canapés Vegetarian
Tartlet of eggplant caponata, goat cheese and toasted macadamia (V)
Frittata of baby spinach, ricotta and asparagus (V)
Basil, Boconcini and Tomato Skewers (V)
Crunchy vegetable & sriracha tofu rice paper roll w/ peanut sauce (VE) (D) (GF)
Vietnamese rice paper roll of avocado, pomelo, mint w/ nuoc cham (V) (GF)
Seafood
King Prawn & lychee rice paper roll, soy mirin dipping
Peeled King Prawns with Saffron Aoii (DF) (GF)
Smoked Salmon Bellini, Avocado mousse and dill
San choy bau of king prawn, crisp noodles and water chestnut
Sydney Rock Oysters with lemon
Meat
Chicken Rice paper roll with chinese cabbage, mint, coriander
Peking duck pancake, shallot, hoisin and cucumber
Chicken and water chestnut san choy bau
Substantial Cold Canapés
Poached prawn, cocktail sauce, crisp lettuce on a brioche long roll
Poke bowl of black rice, seared salmon, avocado and yuzu mayo
Seared Japanese beef carpaccio, snow pea, organic soba noodle salad and black sesame dressing
Dessert Canapés
Chocolate brownies
Assorted Petite fours tarts
Petite Portuguese Tarts
Petite cupcakes, assorted flavours
Southwinds Chef Canapé Menu
Prepared by a Chef on board Minimum spend $1540
Option One (choice of 5): $70 per person
1 substantial selection, 4 standard selections
Option Two (choice of 7): $80 per person
2 substantial selections, 4 standard selections, 1 dessert selection
Option Three (choice of 9): $90 per person
2 substantial selections, 5 standard selections, 2 dessert selections
Standard Cold Canapés (Chef) Vegetarian
Parmesan wafer w/ pear, gorgonzola, organic honey and hazelnut (V)
Tartlet of green olive, vine leaf, artichoke and pecorino cheese (V)
Ancient grain nori roll, black fungus salad, crispy noodles (V) (GF)
Glazed kingfish sashimi, toasted sesame and yuzu dressing (GF)
Seafood
Lemon Prawn Skewers
Salmon Tostada, with avocado, chipotle mayo and sesame (GF) (DF)
Barramundi Spring Rolls (DF)
Oysters with Pink Ginger and Soba Noodles (DF)
Oysters with Red Wine Vinaigrette (GF) (DF)
Oysters with Mojito Dressing (GF) (DF)
Meat
Pulled pork burrito, guacamole, roast corn and chilli beans
Peking duck pancake, shallot, hoisin sauce
Wagyu beef tataki, horseradish & shisho cress
Tea-smoked duck miang on betel leaf, with shredded coconut, and finger lime (DF) (GF)
Satay chicken skewers (DF)
Handcrafted lamb and vegetable pies
Handcrafted braised beef cheek pies
Pork and bok choy dumplings with chilli sambal and black vinegar dressing
Substantial Cold Canapés
Poached prawn, cocktail sauce, crisp lettuce on a brioche long roll
Poke bowl of black rice, seared salmon, avocado and yuzu mayo
Seared Japanese beef carpaccio, snow pea, organic soba noodle salad and black sesame dressing
Dessert Canapés
Bite-sized pavlova w/ kiwi, passionfruit lemon curd (GF)
Belgian chocolate mousse with Honeycomb
Assorted Petite fours
Petite Portuguese Tarts
Petite cupcakes, assorted flavours
Mini gelato cones, assorted flavours
Southwinds Platters Menu
Cold Seafood Platter: $75 per person Minimum 15 guests Minimum 48 hours notice
Cooked Balmain Bug (x 1)
Large Cooked Prawn (x 2)
Japanese spiced Seared Salmon (60g)
Marinated Octopus Salad with Potato, Olive, Capers & Tomato
Taramasalata dip with Olive oil Croutons
Tarte and Cocktail sauce, Lemon Wedge
Cheese Platter: $17.90 per person Minimum 5 guests
A variety of blue vein, mature cheddar, black pepper cheddar, blueberry cheese & chilli lime cheese served w/ lavosh, dried fruits, fresh fruits, nuts & fig paste
Mezze Platter: $17.90 per person Minimum 5 guests
Hummus and baba ghanoush, complimented with morcon spicy picante salami, pork neck, chorizo, dolmades, pesto feta cheese, kalamata olives, sundried tomatoes and pita bread
Fruit Platter: $12.50 per person Minimum 5 guests
A selection of seasonal fruits
Southwinds Beverage Packages
Captains Package: $20 per person per hour
Swift Orange NSW, NV Sparkling Cuvee
Bouch Aine Heritage Chardonnay, France
Little Angel Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand
La Tonnelle Rosé Vins Breban, France
Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Italy
4 pines pacific ale, Manly
Selection of soft drinks
Water
Commodores Package: $30 per person per hour
Laurent Perrier La Cuvee, France
Bouch Aine Heritage Chardonnay, France
Little Angel Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand
La Tonnelle Rose Vins Breban, France
Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Italy
4 pines pacific ale, Manly
Selection of soft drinks
Water
Admirals Package: $50 per person per hour
Laurent Perrier Ultra Brut, France
Laurent Perrier Cuvee Rose, France
Cat Amongst the Pigeons Fat Cat Chardonnay, Australia
Isabel Estate Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand
Gerard Bertrand Cote des Roses Rose, France
Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Italy
4 pines pacific ale, Manly
Selection of soft drinks
Water
Sea Lord Package: $140 per person per hour
Laurent Perrier Grand Siecle, France
Laurent Perrier Cuvee Rose, France
Domaine Ott ‘By Ott’ Rose, Provence France
Grosset Polish Hill Riesling, Clare Valley SA
Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Italy
4 pines pacific ale, Manly
Selection of soft drinks
Water
Optional Extras
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This price is only an estimate, different rates will apply on certain holidays, more information via booking.