Frequently asked questions
Q: How much alcohol do I need to bring?
A: The following is the estimated amount of alcohol that is needed to accommodate a reception of 100 people. However, you know your guests better than we do, so tweak this list to favour your guest’s preference of cocktails.
Beer:
9 Total Cases
* 3 Domestic cases
* 3 Imported cases
* 3 Light cases
Wine:
5-8 Total Cases
* 3-4 White cases
* 1-2 White Zinfandel cases
* 1-2 Red cases
Champagne
* 1-2 cases
Hard liquor
* 5 litres vodka
* 2 litres gin
* 2 litres rum
* 1 litres scotch
* 2 litres bourbon
Others to Consider (1 litre of each)
* Bailey’s Irish Cream
* Grand Marnier
* Amaretto
* Sambuca
* Brandy
* Frangelico
* Chambord
Q: Is gratuity included on the bill?
A: Yes, for all events 20% gratuity is added to the bills.
Q: Is there any internet access in the mansion?
A: Stirling is equipped with wireless access in the mansion and our carriage house. When you arrive just ask for the network password-its free!
Q: Do you provide meals for small children?
A: We offer children twelve and younger a kid’s meal which is usually breaded chicken fingers, a starch, and vegetable. The child’s meal is priced at $16.95.
Q: Should we be expected to provide meals for the vendors?
A: Yes. Your vendors are expecting a meal so make sure you include them in your counts. Vendors that expect meals include the officiant (if they are staying), photographers, DJs, bands, videographers, wedding planners, and so on. You do not need to provide meals for Stirling staff.
Q: Do you have vegetarian meal options?
A: Yes,vegetarian selections are listed on our menu. Additionally, Chef Ron can accommodate many other dietary needs upon request.
Q: Is there a cake cutting fee if we bring our own cake?
A: The Stirling provides cakes for your event through Chef Jamie Hager of Cake a Fare. If you choose to have your cake created by Chef Jamie we waive the cake cutting fee of $1 per person.
Q: Is there an additional fee to hold the ceremony at the Stirling?
A: There is no additional fee. Your single location fee covers that expense if you choose to have your ceremony here. Additionally, there are no nickel and dime fees; linens, silverware, and glassware are all included!
Q: Are chairs for the ceremony provided?
A: The Stirling provides 50 white ceremony chairs at no additional cost. If more chairs are required we will gladly make arrangements to rent additional chairs for your event.
Q: Does Stirling offer menu tastings?
A: We do not offer formal food tastings here at Stirling. Instead, we invite you to attend any one or more of the dinner events that we offer here. Please check our Stirling News page for these events. By coming to one of these dinners, you will gain a fair opinion of quality, presentation & service.
Q: What time is check-in and check-out?
A: Check-in at the Stirling is any time after 2p.m. Check out is 11a.m. Upon request, the Stirling may be able to accommodate late check-outs; however, additional fees may apply.
Q: Do I need individual place cards for my guests?
A: Yes, since the entrees at Stirling are pre-ordered, it is necessary to indicate the meal selections of the individual guest on the place card. Here is an example:
