Ah, the Christmas season - the time when the heart feels warm despite the chilly air, when candles flicker in the windows and the melodies of old and new carols fill the home. Snowflakes begin to fall (weather permitting) and the city streets are illuminated by twinkling Christmas lights. Christmas is a magical time that is slowly approaching - and with it comes the anticipation of the most beloved event in the workplace: the company Christmas lunch.
The company Christmas party is an event to throw formality aside, share laughs and memories of the past year and strengthen team bonds. But besides delicious food, fizzy drinks and fun party games, there's another essential ingredient in the recipe for a successful company party: the perfect setting.
Food takes center stage at Christmas parties - but the setting and atmosphere are (almost) equally important
The perfect setting for your Christmas party at Bernstorff Castle
What could be more enchanting than a Christmas party in a castle? Imagine playing parcel games in the stately function rooms - with the snow falling gently behind the large windows. Or singing Christmas carols with your colleagues as the Christmas melodies resound under the high ceilings.
Imagine the smell of delicious Christmas food spreading among you as you laugh and share memories from the previous year. After your Christmas meal, take a stroll in the creaking, sparkling snow in the magnificent natural surroundings of the castle, while the Christmas lights twinkle around you like little poinsettias. Or maybe you and your colleagues are not fans of the traditional Christmas celebrations?
Bernstorffsparken shrouded in snow
Gift wrapping, theme party or Christmas bingo?
Christmas brings with it a wealth of opportunities for celebration - especially when it comes to creating the perfect Christmas party. Have you ever felt like the classic Christmas party needed a little fresh thinking? Here are some ideas to breathe new life into your next Christmas party:
Create a parcel game with a twist
The traditional parcel game has long been a hit at Christmas parties. It always brings laughter and joy - but how about adding a twist to the fun? For example, consider introducing new rules such as switching places with the person on the right every time the dice shows a 1, or the person who rolls a 6 has to complete a fun challenge before they choose their gift.
Christmas party with a theme
The Christmas party has the same theme year after year: red, white and green sweaters and Santa hats - Christmas is the natural theme for the Christmas party. But maybe your company needs a change? For example, consider having a "Christmas in the World" themed Christmas party. Let your colleagues dress up in Christmas outfits inspired by different cultures or periods.
Or how about a Victorian Christmas Eve or a tropical Christmas? The possibilities are endless, and dressing up and decorating adds a creative layer to the festivities that's sure to get a laugh.
Try Christmas music bingo
While traditional bingo is always a hit, try a Christmas version where participants choose their favorite Christmas songs and write them down on bingo boards. As the songs are played, they are marked on the board. Christmas music bingo always creates a festive atmosphere with the combination of great Christmas music and a competitive element.
Whether you and your colleagues enjoy the traditional Christmas lunch of duck, red cabbage and browned potatoes, or you're ready to try something completely new with an exotic Christmas lunch or a different parcel game, Bernstorff Castle can create the perfect setting. This also applies to your festive and tasty Christmas meal.
As the magic of December begins to descend upon us and the frost sparkles outside, there's nothing like the warm feeling of togetherness that comes from a well-set Christmas table. And at Bernstorff Castle, we've mastered the Christmas meal that reflects the joys of the season:
From the sea comes a symphony of delicate flavors:
- Treat your taste buds to our homemade curry herring, spiced herring or feel the fresh sea breeze with Christiansøpigen's white herring topped with capers and onions.
- For those who love the finer notes of the sea, we offer shrimp accompanied by an egg and a delicious homemade dill mayonnaise.
- We have fish for every taste and serve gravlax with a delicate fox sauce and pan-fried plaice with homemade remoulade and organic lemon to round off our maritime feast.
From the farms we offer the more traditional Christmas dishes:
- The deep flavor of duck is served in the form of our croquettes accompanied by a rich Karl Johan mayonnaise.
- The well-known Christmas classic, apple pork, is of course homemade, while the Christmas pudding tempts with crispy coleslaw.
- For those with a penchant for the authentic, we have hand-stirred, pan-fried meatballs served with the best of the pickled and juicy Gråsten chicken breast paired with butter-roasted Brussels sprouts.
Finally, we indulge your sweet tooth:
- A selection of Danish cheeses, beautifully complemented with our homemade accessories.
- For those who want a deeper taste experience, we have aged cheese served with fat, gravy and red onion.
- And no Christmas meal would be complete without a bowl of ris à l'amande, topped with a vibrant cherry sauce.
At the very end, when your heart is warm and your stomach satisfied, we invite you to a cozy moment with coffee and tea, accompanied by home-baked crispy brownies. As an extra little treat, we offer Christmas cheer with clementines, grapes, nuts and dates.
All this is accompanied by our homemade rye bread - both with and without seeds, as well as light bread, classic fat and organic butter.
At Bernstorff Castle we are always ready for the Christmas party - is your company ready too?
Is your company ready for the Christmas party?
Although a Christmas meal at the Royal Palace never disappoints, Christmas is not just about feasting and food. It's also about showing appreciation, celebrating successes - big and small - and preparing for a new year with renewed energy.
The Christmas party is a time to thank everyone for their efforts and celebrate the community you've built. Although the cold bites your cheeks and the days are short, Christmas brings the promise of warmth, joy and community. So why not make this Christmas season extra special in the beautiful setting of Bernstorff Castle?
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