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Indulge in one of our pre-performance specialty platters, carefully curated to complement the essence of the show.
Each platter is a sensory journey, blending flavours that echo the themes and emotions of the evening. Join us in this culinary prelude, setting the perfect stage for the artistic experience ahead.
All platters are available as vegetarian, vegan and gluten free.
Each platter is from £30 and includes a choice of a small glass of wine, beer or soft drink which can be chosen on the night.
7 October: Dead Ringers 25th Anniversary Tour Supper
Join us for an exclusive dining experience celebrating the 25th Anniversary Tour of the popular radio show Dead Ringers. Indulge in a specially curated two-course extravaganza featuring bold and comforting flavours...
Main Course: Beef Curry Hot Pot
A rich and hearty dish combining tender beef and aromatic spices, slow-cooked to perfection. Served with griddled cabbage tossed in a savoury cashew and chilli paste, adding a delightful crunch and a hint of heat.
Dessert Rum Babas with Grilled Pineapple
Light, fluffy sponge soaked in a luscious rum syrup, paired with caramelized grilled pineapple for a tropical twist to end your meal.
Includes half a bottle of House Red or White Wine per guest
13 October: Harry Rednapp and 15 October: Paul Gascoigne
Homemade steak and mushroom pie, homemade chips, peas, roly poly and custard, served with a pint of lager.
6 November: Annabel Croft
A special Apex afternoon tea which includes finger sandwiches, homemade mini scones, macaroons, a selection of bite sized cakes, tea and a glass of Pimms.
18 and 19 December: ABBA Party Nights
Get your ABBA Party Night started with a Smoggersboad of Swedish delights! Take a chance on us and enjoy a selection smoked fish, pickles, dips, crackers, bread and a piece of gingerbread. Enjoy a glass of fizz with your platter.
7 April 2026: Sooty and Sweep Afternoon Tea - Family of four (two adults and two children) £49.95
A special Apex afternoon tea will be served between 11am and 3pm which includes ham, cheese and chicken finger sandwiches, homemade mini scones, macaroons, a selection of bite sized cakes, freshly brewed tea, orange or apple juice.
11 May 2026: An Audience with Aggers: Beyond the Boundary
Indulge in a specially curated two-course extravaganza featuring bold and comforting flavours:
Main Course: Beef Curry Hot Pot
A rich and hearty dish combining tender beef and aromatic spices, slow-cooked to perfection. Served with griddled cabbage tossed in a savoury cashew and chilli paste, adding a delightful crunch and a hint of heat.
Dessert: Rum Babas with Grilled Pineapple
Light, fluffy sponge soaked in a luscious rum syrup, paired with caramelised grilled pineapple for a tropical twist to end your meal.
Includes half a bottle of House Red or White Wine per guest
16 July 2026: A Country Night in Nashville
A taste of the deep south of America with a twist of the East of England! Enjoy blue suede choux buns, sliders, fries and pickles. To finish enjoy a piece of Mississippi mud pie and wash it all down with a dirty milkshake.
You will be asked to enter in any dietary requirements as part of the booking path. Should you not have any requirements simply enter 'none'. Your email address and contact telephone number will be shared with Seasoned, our catering partners, in order to facilitate any dietary requirements you may have.
Table seating arrangements will be set according to the number of platters booked per individual. Please advise beforehand, by emailing gm.apex@the-athenaeum.com, if you plan to have companions sitting with you as and when you are dining.
Platters must be pre-booked. Booking will close 24 hours before the service start time.
Starts: One hour before performance start time
Price: From £30