Stylish cup fun on menu

It’s the race that stops the nation and for those in Rockingham, there will be options aplenty for a great day out.

The Melbourne Cup will take place next Tuesday.

With $6.2 million on offer for the 3200m race, the Melbourne Cup is the jewel of the carnival, as the longest, most valuable and prestigious event of the day.

For those wanting to dress up and enjoy the festivities, Rustico has a five-course tapas menu planned complete with cocktails, a fashion parade, sweepstakes and live music.

The Cruising Yacht Club is offering a four-course meal complete with seafood, chocolate fondue and strawberries to be washed back with sparkling wine.

For those who enjoy tea, The Cut Golf Course is hosting a Mad Hatter High Tea with two TVs and a projector screen to watch the race that stops the nation.

The Secret Harbour Golf Links has a grand buffet planned, while Latitude 32 will serve premium canapes.