Florida Trend's coveted Golden Spoon was awarded to Chef Paul Mattison’s Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza by Robert W. Tolf, Restaurant Editor of Florida Trend magazine, during a beautiful dinner on Monday, January 29, 2007 at the Riverhouse Restaurant in Ft Lauderdale.

Chef Paul and Michelle Mattison were pleased to join fellow honorees, Ray and D’Arcy Arpke of Euphemia Haye and Sean and Susan Murphy of Beach Bistro along with a handful of other top restaurateurs selected from around the state. "It is a great honor to have been chosen for this distinguished award by Robert W. Tolf for a second time,” says Chef Paul Mattison. “We are very proud to be in such good company.”

This is Chef Paul Mattison’s second time being presented with the Golden Spoon Award, he first earned this honor for the Summerhouse Restaurant on Siesta Key.

The Golden Spoon Award honors only 24 Florida restaurants annually that have exhibited a stellar track record of service, and selection, and recognize individual achievement and distinctive contributions to the Florida restaurant world.

Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza is offering our new Bar Burger crafted especially for burger lovers and will be open from 5-9pm!

Mattison's City Grille will have a big screen TV and feature Mattison's outrageous chili as well as other delicious game day fare.

Mattison's Siesta Grille features two flat panel TV screens and of course their amazing burger along with great brick oven pizzas and our full dinner menu.

Mattison's Riverside will have a big screen TV on the deck where you can enjoy all our great Super Bowl appetizers, sandwiches, and drinks and if you are not interested in the game you can sit back and enjoy the view!

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Whether it is watching the sunset on the Manatee River at Mattison's Riverside, enjoying the fiery elegance of Mattison's Siesta Grille on Siesta Key, dining al fresco a Mattison's City Grille, or enjoying an elegant Tuscan-style candle lit dinner at Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza, we are sure of one thing...you will fall in love with Mattison's!

Reservations are recommended 941.387.2700 or you can make reservations on line below.

Read the latest review of Mattison's Riverside, Mattison's Riverside a culinary delight by Kay Pruden in the Bradenton Herald's Weekend from Thursday, January 25, 2007.

When Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at 6:30pm.
Where Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza's Wine Cellar
525 Bay Isles Parkway, Longboat Key
Price $18 per class
Reservations are limited Call 941.387.2700.

Be prepared for a fun and educational wine 101 for women. Make it your Girls' Night Out and learn about wine. We will have Mattison's sommelier speak about a different style of wine each month including a wine tasting, while allowing plenty of time for a Q & A. Following each evening we will have an informal discussion about the tastings and a vote will be taken to choose the best wine for that evening.

On July 11 at 7:30pm, husbands, boyfriends, partners, and friends are invited to join a special wine paired dinner tasting, where we will serve all of the favorite selections from the previous weeks with an exquisite dinner. The price for this special evening $85 plus tax and tip and is also open to the public.

Our next mini-seminar class on February 28, where we will explore Chardonnay from around the world.

This month you can catch Chef Paul Mattison live on television doing cooking demonstrations, offering dinner menu ideas, helping to promote local non-profit organization's fundraising events, talking about his latest trends and culinary tips, demonstrating the cooking edge of Cuisinart, and more.

Be sure to tune in during February to Catch Chef Paul Mattison in action on the following television programs:

Where NBC's Daytime, WFLA Tampa
When Tuesday, February 6 at 10am
What Chef Paul Mattison will be cooking up some of his favorite new recipes from Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza's new Gone Tuscan menu.
The Program Daytime is a regional program which can be seen by selected South-Eastern states including Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Alabama. Filmed in Tampa the show is geared towards daily lifestyles, with cooking segments, travel tips, and entertainment content.
More Info Daytime's Web site

When Wednesday, February 21, 2007, 7pm
Where Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza
Price $125
Reservations 941.387.2700

In collaboration with the City of Sarasota and Sarasota Sister Cities Association Chef Paul Mattison is partnering with Chefs Domenico Longo and Marenella Fagaraz, of the restaurant Casa Coste in Treviso, Italy to create a fabulous feast with ingredients and wine flown in from Treviso, Italy. Leonardo Muraro, President of the Province of Treviso, Italy will be attending the evening, along with Sarasota's Mayor Fred Atkins, former Mayor Mary Anne Servian, Pierro Rivolta, and several others. The evening promises to be a display of a Heritage of Flavors by showcasing delicacies and the essence of Treviso along with celebrating this newly formed alliance to promote trade, create a base for cultural exchange, and encourage friendship and travel between Sarasota and Treviso.

The Festival dell'Arte Italiana is a multiday festival to celebrate Sister Cities Week and will begin at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art on February 20 with the Sister Cities Signing Ceremony hosted by Dr. John Wetenhall. Check the Web site below for festival details.

When Friday, February 9th from 6:30-11:30pm
Where Dolphin Aviation, 8191 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota
Price $95
More Info call 365.1277, extension 116 or visit the Web site below.

This event premiere event of the Ferraris Club, benefitting The Child Protection Center of Sarasota, will showcase more than 10 of the finest Ferraris owned by Club members including an Enzo, a F40, a 599, a Bughatti Behron, a Bentley Coup Convertible, and a Maebach along with state-of-the-art jets and luxury RVs. Dinner by Mattisons and entertainment promise to make this a very special evening.

When Friday, February 10 from 6:30-11:30pm
Where Under the Big Top, “Sailor Circus”, 2075 Bahia Vista, Sarasota
Price $150
More Info call 941.365.2858 extension 32

The American Cancer Society invites you to join them at the Cirque de Etoile Circus under the Stars, an evening of gaming, dancing, entertainment, dining, and shopping - all held in a magnificent state of the art locale. Be prepared to be awed. Be prepared to dance. Be prepared to play along with theme inspired games as well as our ever popular gaming. Be prepared to spend money on our silent and live auction! Be prepared to support the American Cancer Society.

When Thursday, November 16 from 6-9pm
Where On the Cà d’Zan Terrace, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road Sarasota
More Info 941.359.5700 x5705
Price $5 Admission, ticketing at the door only


One of the most beautiful places to enjoy a Sarasota sunset over the Sarasota Bay is on the stunning terrace of the historic Cà d’Zan at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. Live music by Shaman with food and drinks for purchase. No coolers, food or chairs permitted.

When Wednesday, February 23 from 6:30-10:30pm
Where St. Pete Coliseum, 535 Fourth Avenue North, St. Petersburg, Florida

This fundraising event for Shorecrest Preparatory School promises an amazing dinner catered by Mattison's, dancing, and a silent and live auction.

When Thursday, February 24 at 6:30pm
Where Girl Scout Conference Center, 4740 Cattleman Road, Sarasota
Price $125
More Info Toll-free 888.757.8278 or 941.747.5656

The Celebration Dinner is the crown jewel of the Celebration. Everyone will enjoy a wonderful meal catered by Mattison's with full bar and great music provided by Oldies 108 morning crew, David Jones and Christina Crane.

When Saturday, February 24, 2007 at 5pm
Where Crowley Museum & Nature Center, 16405 Myakka Road, Sarasota
More Info 941.322.1000
Price $125 per person

A night of live music, an exquisite dinner catered by Mattison's , silent and live auctions, and viewing of the celestial skies with high-powered telescopes. All of this in Crowley's beautiful natural setting make this event Sarasota's most unique fundraiser. This is a night not to be missed!

When Sunday, February 25 from 1-3pm
Where Hyatt Sarasota, 1000 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota
Attendance is by invitation only, but adults in the community who do not receive an invitation and wish to attend may request an invitation by calling the number below by February 21. Price Donations welcome
More Info 941.487.2682

The chefs, including Chef Paul Mattison, have agreed to donate their talents, time, and product in this fundraiser to help support Girl Scouts on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Each chef will create a dessert using Girl Scout cookies as an ingredient. Guests will choose their favorite-tasting dessert and the winning chefs will be honored. At this popular event, guests will enjoy an afternoon of tasting desserts, friendly conversation, and listen to a presentation about the Girl Scout program and the future direction of Girl Scouting on the Gulf Coast of Florida

When Saturday, February 28 at 7:30pm
Where Alinari at Rosemary Place, 2256 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota
Info 941.955.2955

Alinari at Rosemary Place is planning a grand event for its grand opening. Centered in the heart of the cultural district in downtown Sarasota, this luxury condominium residential community will be celebrating in style. Guests of this private soiree for 400 will enjoy urban bites and cocktails from local eateries including Mattison’s. Observing their location near so many of Sarasota’s grand art venues, owners and media guests will each receive a painter’s palette to “color” as they tour the many amenities and furnished models for the first time. From the residents lobby reminiscent of a grand hotel and pool deck with private cabanas to the tea room and private wine storage, an artist’s tour of Alinari will be nothing short of memorable during this event.

When Thursday, March 1 at 5pm
Where Tallevast Road, Sarasota
Price free
More Info visit Web site below

This wonderful event brings together three of Sarasota's famous artists, Jack Dowd and Robert de Warren, both who created their own Last Call work of art, along with Chef Paul Mattison. The evening is based around Jack Dowd's famous sculpture, Last Call, which displays 12 patrons of a big city tavern who gather during the wee hours. Robert de Warren, Sarasota Ballet's Artistic Director, has written a ballet around Jack Dowds Last Call also entitled Last Call. Robert de Warren's ballet brings each of the characters in Jack Dowd's sculpture to life. During the evening you will have an opportunity to preview this ballet, which will be performed in full at the Asolo in April 2007. Mattison’s will be catering this special evening and Chef Paul Mattison has created a menu which will celebrate and reflect a big city’s many ethnic diversities, exciting atmosphere, and flavors. Participation is by invitation only. However, if you wish to be invited to this spectacular event, e-mail jackdowd@aol.com Attendance is limited.

• Thursday, March 1 at 6pm, Jack Dowd, Last Call 941.
• Saturday, March 3 GuitarSarasota, Jérôme DuCharme, Classical Guitar Concert 941.362.2991 or guitarsarasota.org
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Mattison's Culinary Outfitters

• custom kitchen design
• procurement
• culinary gifts
  and gadgets
• catering headquarters
• corporate offices

Address
Mattison's
Culinary Outfitters
25 Avenue of the
Flowers
Longboat Key, FL 34228
Tel 941.387.2700
Open
9am-5pm (Mon-Friday) and 12-5pm (Sat-Sun)

Mattison's Catering Company

• weddings
• galas
• special events
• corporate parties
• private parties
• event services
• kosher catering
• bar mitzvahs/bat mitzvahs
• drop-off and
  casual catering
• party platters
  (including hors d'oeuvres, desserts, sandwiches,
  salads and more)
Pinellas/Hillsborough/ Sarasota/Manatee (941.387.2700)

The Bradenton Herald Tribune, Mattison's Riverside

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Florida Trend Article on Mattison's

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