Christmas Brunch in the Crystal Ballroom at Fairmont Palliser

Christmas Day Brunch at Fairmont Palliser

Celebrate the magic of the season with a timeless holiday-themed brunch buffet served in the iconic Crystal Ballroom at Fairmont Palliser. Treat your loved ones to chef-attended carving stations, gourmet dishes, dark chocolate fountain and live music. Turn moments into memories with us this Christmas Day!

Please contact us if you have any allergies to note. All reservations are subject to a 1.5 hours seating time. Be advised that this event is eligible for ALL (Accor Live Limitless) points.

Cancellation policy:

We’re so excited to celebrate Christmas Day with you! Our brunch is a special opportunity to enjoy time with our loved ones, and we want to ensure as many families as possible can join us for this memorable occasion.

To accommodate all of our guests, we kindly ask that any cancellations or refund requests be made at least 72 hours in advance. This allows us to offer the reservation to another family hoping to celebrate. Unfortunately, after this period, we will not be able to issue refunds.

Thank you for your understanding and for helping us make this event special for all the wonderful moms out there. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

CHRISTMAS BRUNCH MENU - DECEMBER 25, 2026

CRYSTAL BALLROOM

SALADS

Local Hydro Greens, Arugula & Radicchio

Little Tomatoes, Cucumber, Carrot, Marinated Chickpeas, Pickled Onions, Dry Cranberries,

Parmesan

Maple Sherry Vinaigrette, Caesar Dressing, Orange Cranberry Vinaigrette, Aged Balsamic & Olive Oil

Poached Pear Waldorf, Celery, Candied Walnut, Honey Yogurt Dressing

Heirloom Tomatoes, Torn Mozzarella, Pickled Onions, Basil Pesto, Olive Oil, Sea Salt

Roasted Squash Salad, Butternut Squash, Toasted Farro, Baby Kale, Herb Vinaigrette

MEZZE

Selection of House-made Palliser Bread

Cultured Butter, Pesto Cream Cheese

Hummus, Babaganoush, Whipped Herb Feta Dip (GF)

Mixed Olives, Pickled Mushrooms, Gherkins, Pepperoncini, Artichokes (GF, DF)

International Cheese Platter, Grapes (GF)

Cured Pioneer Meat Platter, Luco Farms Mustard

SEAFOOD STATION

Smoked Salmon, Candied Trout, Capers, Onion, Lemon (GF, DF)

Marinated PEI Mussels, Herb, Lemon, White Wine (GF, DF)

Poached Shrimp, Cocktail Sauce, Marie Rose, Lemon Wedges (GF, DF)

Snow Crab Claws, Garlic Aioli (GF, DF)

GOOD MORNING STARTERS

Freshly Baked Mini Croissant, Danishes, Muffins, Jam, Honey, Butter

Diced Fresh Fruit, Melons, Pineapple, Strawberries

Greek Yogurt Parfait, Berry Compote, Granola, Toasted Coconut, Chia Seeds

Orange Juice, Apple Juice, Grapefruit Juice

BREAKFAST MAINS

Scrambled Eggs (GF, DF, V)

Eggs Benedict, Honey Ham, Lemon Herb Hollandaise

Bacon (GF, DF, )

Pork Sausage (GF, DF,)

Roasted Baby Potatoes (GF, DF, V)

Chef Attended Omelet Station: Eggs, Bacon, Ham, Onion, Pepper, Tomato, Spinach,

Mushroom, Cheddar, Goat Cheese

LUNCH MAINS

Roasted Parsnip Soup, Dehydrated Apple Chips (DF, GF, V)

Maple Roasted Root Vegetables & Brussels Sprouts (DF, GF, PB)

Atlantic salmon, Fennel Cream, Artichoke (GF)

Confit Duck, Saskatoon berry Jus, Caramelized Apple (GF, DF)

Cauliflower Gratin (V)

Wild Mushroom Ravioli, Brown Butter, Roasted Garlic, Sage, Grape Tomato, Parmesan (V)

Chef Attended: Rosemary Salt Crusted AAA Alberta Beef Ribeye, Horseradish, Jus

Chef Attended: Roasted Turkey, Sage & Onion Stuffing, Gravy, Cranberry Sauce

Chef Attended: Roasted Lamb Leg, Mint Sauce

KIDS STATION

Vegetable Sticks, Ranch, Balsamic Dressing (V)

Pancakes, Whipped Vanilla Cream, Maple Syrup (V)

Meatballs, Tomato Sauce, Grana Padano

Butter Spaghetti, Parmesan (V)

Chicken Fingers & Fries, Ketchup, Plum Sauce

PASTRY SHOP

Sticky Toffee Pudding, Rum Toffee Sauce (V, DF)

Festive Shortbread Cookies (V, DF,)

Yule Log (V, GF,)

Pecan Tart (V, DF,)

Eggnog Cheesecake

Hazelnut Rocher Mousse

Hazelnut Rocher Mousse (GF)

Pistachio Cranberry Mousse

Gingerbread Apple Cake

Dark Chocolate Profiteroles

Macaron Tower (GF, V)

DARK CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN

Dark Chocolate

Strawberries & Pineapples (GF, DF)

Donut Holes

Marshmallows (GF, DF)

Rice Krispie Squares