Mattison's Catering Company offers so many possibilities! From a waterfront garden wedding with a grand ballroom, to an intimate European courtyard ceremony and an elegant private dinner, or that sunset beach wedding you have always dreamed of...in-house or off-site, Mattison's Catering Company can make your wedding dreams come true.

Mattison's Catering Company is well known and highly recommended because of our trained and professional staff along with our certified and registered wedding and event planners who know all the ins and outs of preparing, planning and organizing a wedding. Call 941.387.2700 for more information.

Mattison's City Grille is having a Super Bowl Party with great drink specials, fun appetizers, along with football, football, and more football! Join us at Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza for Super Bowl in Style! Feast on our hand-cut steaks, truffle mashed potatoes, and grilled seasonal veggies and watch the game on a flat screen TV in the Fireplace Lounge. Mattison's Forty One and Mattison's Riverside will offer our current menu, along with Super Bowl Sunday specials. You will be able to watch the game in the bar or enjoy dinner in our dining room while still being able to check the score!

Don't forget Mattison's is happy to prepare any menu items for take-out!

Having a Super Bowl Party? Let Mattison's Catering Company in Bradenton and Sarasota cater it for you! From party platters of wings and mini hot dogs to crab cakes and lamb chops, delivered to your home, Mattison's catering company will take care of all the details of your next party! Wherever you choose to watch the game, make Mattison's a part of your Super Bowl Sunday!!

All Mattison's restaurants will feature Valentine's Day specials on Thursday, February 14 plus our Valentine's Day Pama Kir Royale, served in a Pama Champagne glass (to keep) made with Pama Pomegranate liqueur and Champagne.

The Romantic Couples Dinner is offered in each Mattison's and will be a candle lit dinner, in the perfect romantic atmosphere and features a special menu for two.

The I'm Unattached and OK singles party, invites all those singles on the West coast, who normally feel they have to stay home on Valentines Day, to join us at any of our four fabulous Mattison's locations. We will have great drink specials, fun appetizers, live music, dancing and more. Mattison's Riverside features live music with Doc and Buster from 6-10pm on the deck, for reservations call 941.748.8087. Mattison's Forty One features live music in the bar, for reservations call 941.921.3400. Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza features live music from Debbie Keeton Jazz Duo from 7-10pm, call 941.387.2700 for reservations. Mattison's City Grille features live music with The Venturas from 7:30-11:30pm, for reservations call 941.330.0440.

From South Sarasota to Longboat Key and Back

When Sunday, February 17 from 6-9pm
Where Starting at Mattison's Forty One for drinks and appetizers, traveling in the luxury Limo Lounge to Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza for dinner, then return to Mattison's Forty One for dessert, coffee, live music and dancing. Space is limited to 25 people.
Price $75
More Info call 941.387.2700

When Wednesday, February 20 from 11:30am-1:30pm
Where Mattison's Forty One
Price $45 plus tax and tip
Reservations are limited, please call to reserve your spot 941.921.3400 or click on the link below

Chef Paul Mattison hosts an exciting, new cooking demonstration at Mattison's Forty-One. This event offers a three course lunch, wine, and some of Chef Paul Mattison's favorite Secret Sauces and Saucy Secrets! Space is limited.

This would also make a great Valentine's Day gift! Click below to purchase your cooking demo gift certificate for the chef in your family!

Click here to purchase a cooking demo gift certificate

Tuesday Wine Tastings
What Sample a variety of wines selected by Mattison's sommelier from featured vineyards, varietals, or regions. This is a free event with light appetizers offered with the tasting.
When Tuesday, January 15, 22, and 29 from 5pm
Where Mattison's Riverside, in the Dockside Lounge
Price Free
More Info or for group bookings call 941.748.8087

Wednesday Sushi by the Piece
What Mattison's Sushi Chef chooses three or four popular sushi rolls to serve by the piece allowing Mattison's Riverside's dinner guests the opportunity to taste one sushi piece at a time. Pieces are 75 cents each.
When Wednesday, January 16, 24, and 30 from 4:30 to 6:30pm
Where in the dockside room at Mattison's Riverside, located directly on the beautiful Manatee River.
More Info or Group Bookings 941.748.8087

Thursday Girls Night Out
What happy hour pricing for the ladies all night long
When Thursday, January 17, 23, and 29 from 4:30 to 6:30pm
Where in the Dockside Lounge
More Info or Group Bookings 941.748.8087

When Saturday, January 17th from 8:30-10am
Where Meeting at Mattison's City Grille, rain or shine
Price Free
More Info Call 941.586.4258

Rochelle Herman of 1220 AM Radio presents Walk With The Doc then Talk With The Doc. Walk for 45 minutes (beginners and seasoned athletes welcome), then Talk with the Doc for 20 minutes with complimentary beverage and light breakfast provided by Mattison's City Grille.

Dine at Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza on Friday, January 17 and 26 and you will earn double points on your Mattison's Culinary Club card. Remember, you can earn points on all food and drinks including our daily Happy Hour from 5-7pm in the bar, and Girls' Night Out on Wednesdays.

Purchase your Mattison's Culinary Club card online for only $10 by clicking below, sign up a friend and earn 100 points. Mattison's Culinary Club cards are also available at any one of our restaurant locations.

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

Where ABC 7 News
When What's For Dinner Thursday, January 17, 24 and 30 at noon
What Catch Chef Paul Mattison giving you new, fresh ideas about what to cook tonight or for your next dinner party! Chef Paul Mattison uses local ingredients and his recipes are for everyone to enjoy.
More Info ABC 7's Web site

Join us for a Hopping Happy Hour nightly from 4-7pm at Mattison's Forty One featuring our new South Trail Cocktail Menu offering Mattison's signature mojitos and martinis. Mattison's Forty One also offers double bubble wells and calls (double drinks for the price of a single), half price draft and house wines. Plus some great new daily dinner specials, don't forget to bring your Culinary Club card to earn points!
Reservations 941.921.3400.
Hours Sunday through Thursday 4-10:30pm; Friday and Saturday 4-11:30pm

Mattison's City Grille
New Saturday and Sunday Brunch
Ham, Egg and Cheese Wrap with onions, peppers, cheddar cheese, and salsa
Signature Crab Cakes Benedict served on a toasted English muffin with homemade hollandaise and potatoes

New lunch items include:
Grilled Calamari Salad with roasted red peppers, Vidalia onions, Spanish paprika, and extra virgin olive oil
Rustic Grilled Ham & Cheese Black Forest ham, cheddar cheese and tomato on rustic bread

New dinner items include:
Our new appetizer Grilled Petite Filet Mignon with roasted Portobello mushrooms, horseradish sauce, and an aged balsamic drizzle
And enjoy some of our new entrées, such as Linguine Fruit de Mare with shrimp, clams, calamari, and lump crab meat in a light marinara sauce
The Deadliest Catch 1lb of Alaskan King Crab legs served with house veggies and drawn butter
Truffle Crusted Chilean Sea Bass over lobster-tomato risotto

Prime Rib Thursdays
What Enjoy our Thursday's Only Prime Rib dinner with some wonderful live jazz by the amazing Debbie Keeton Jazz Duo
When Thursday, January17, 24, and 31
Reservations recommended 941.387.2700

It is time for the Manatee County 2008 Official People's Choice Ballot. Be part of the excitement and fun! All voters will be registered to win prizes from the Bradenton Herald. (Total of $1,125 in prizes for 13 voters) Winners will be contacted by phone. Deadline to submit your ballot is Thursday, January 31st, 2008. Results will be published in a special section of the Bradenton Herald on May 9, 2008. At least 25 categories must be filled out for your ballot to be accepted. Just pick up the Bradenton Herald on January 17th or 24th (ballot will be in the Weekend Section) or vote online below.

Don't forget to tell your friends and family. Not only do you get the chance to vote for your favorites in the community, but you can show your support to those in the community that deserve the recognition.

When Thursday, January 17 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 Vertigo with food and drinks available for purchase. No coolers, food or chairs permitted.

When Saturday, January 19 at 7:30pm
Where St. Paul Lutheran Church, 2256 Bahia Vista
Tickets Asolo Box Office at 941.351.8000 or 800.361.8388 or half an hour prior to each concert at the door
Price$15 for members of GuitarSarasota and $20 for non-members
More Info 941.362.2991

GuitarSarsaota presents Thomas Müller-Pering, a German guitar virtuoso. Thomas is one of only a handful of guitarists that have won a prize at the prestigious German Television (ARD) classical music competition in Munich. His other prizes include a first-prize at the Concurso Internacional de Música 1983 in Vina del Mar, Chile; and the Young Artist's Award 1983 from Nordrhein-Westfalen in Germany. Following the concert is an informal reception sponsored and catered by Mattison's.

When Monday, January 21 at 6pm
Where Friendship Center, 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota
Price $150 per person
Tickets 941.556.3205 or email kbigner@seniorfriendship.com

This is the 35th Anniversary Celebration Dinner for the Senior Friendship Center (SFC) along with honoring its founder, Brother William Geenen, CSC. This fundraising dinner hopes to establish the Brother William Geenen Founder's Fund within the Senior Friendships Foundation and will be used to sustain SFC programs and services for the future. The evening features a lovely sit down dinner with hors d'oeuvres and dinner catered by Mattison's along with a tribute to Brother Geenen. Beautiful piano music is provided by Bud Tilles.

When Thursday, January 24 at 6pm
Where Mattison's Forty One
Price $94.50 and $120 (patron ticket)
More Info Mary Geldi 941.587.4026

This signature Chef Paul Mattison three-course dinner with an open bar, is a fundraising event for the Community Music School, a non-profit organization providing music instruction to those wanting to learn an instrument.

When Thursday, January 24 from 6-8pm
Where John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art's Ulla R. and Arthur F. Searing Wing Galleries and Loggia, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota
Price This is a Members Only event
Theme Americana/Harlem Renaissance

When Tuesday, January 29 at 5pm
Where Manatee Convention Center, Palmetto
Price $55
More Info Marie Pender at 941.748.4842 x 121 or mariep@manateechamber.com

This wonderful dinner, catered by Mattison's, for Manatee Chamber members and their guests brings together Manatee Chamber Members and their guests to reflect on the accomplishments of 2007, recognize our volunteers Board members and welcome our new Chairman, John Rice along with our new Board of Directors.

GuitarSarasota Presents Classical Guitarist Thomas Vilteau on Saturday, February 16 call 941.351.8000 for tickets or go online for details.

John Ciko Insurance Seminar on Thursday, February 14, at Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza call 941.387.2700

Manatee Chamber Chamber After Hours at Mixon's on Tuesday, February 12; Contact Amy Costantino at 941.748.5829 x280 or email AmyC@mixon.com

Pirates Grand Opening on Thursday, February 21; Contact Chris Serkoch, 412. 325.4781, chris.serkoch@pirates.com

Children First Event Latin Nights on Saturday, February 23; Contact Angie Stringer, 941.953.3877 ext 115, stringer@childrenfirst.net

Elegant Sarasota Weddings Bridal Show on Sunday, February 24 at the Chelsea Center; Contact Julie Gustafson, julie@beneva.com

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Arts Gallery Gala on Friday, February 29 Lyndsy McDonald, lyndsy.mcdonald@ringling.org, 941.359.5700 ext 5705

Mattison's Culinary Outfitters

• custom kitchen design
• procurement of kitchen products
• 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 12-4:30pm (Sat-Sun)

Mattison's Catering Company

• waterfront weddings,
  receptions and parties
• off-site and beach 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)
• Awarded Sarasota Magazine's Best Cater, 2007
Pinellas/Hillsborough/ Sarasota/Manatee (941.387.2700)

Mattison's Steakhouse
at the Plaza

• a classic
  Steakhouse
• hand cut, aged steaks
• signature seafood
• creative vegetables and accompaniments
• Prime Rib Thursdays
• happy hour 5-7pm
• Girls' Night Out Fridays from 7pm to closing
• Pre-Performance Dinner Nightly from 5:30pm
• wine cellar
• piano bar
• live music nightly
  from 6pm
• Fireplace Lounge
• Awarded Florida Trend's Golden Spoon, 2007 and 2008
• weddings, events and
  full catering


Mattison's Steakhouse entertainment schedule:
Tuesday and Thursday Debbie Keeton Jazz Duo
Wednesday Rob Satori
Friday and Saturday Mike Moran's Tribute to Swing
Sunday Eddie Tobin

Address
Mattison's Steakhouse
525 Bay Isles Parkway
Longboat Key, FL 34228
(Located behind Publix)
Tel 941.387.2700
Open
5:30-9pm (Tue-Thu)
5:30-10pm (Fri-Sat)
5:30-9pm (Sun)
closed Monday

Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza caters one of a kind parties in our private dining room and in our intimate wine cellar.

Mattison's City Grille

• downtown Sarasota
  al fresco dining
• lunch, dinner,
  late night menu
• Saturday breakfast, Sunday brunch
• full bar
• brick oven pizza
• happy hour 3-7pm
• Girl's Night Out Wednesday 7pm- closing
• Awarded Sarasota Magazine's Best Outdoor Restaurant, 2007
• live entertainment


Mattison's City Grille entertainment schedule:
Monday Straight Up
Tuesday Sly Mcleod
Wednesday Eclipse
Thursday The Venturas
Friday Eclipse
Saturday Kool Breeze
Sunday Debbie Keeton Jazz Group

Address
Mattison's City Grille
1 North Lemon Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34236
Tel 941.330.0440
Open
11am-11pm (Mon-Fri)
9:30am-Midnight (Sat)
11am-10pm (Sun)

Mattison's Forty One

• located on 41South
• dinner and
  late night menu
• full bar
• brick oven pizza
• Happy Hour 5-7pm
• Girl's Night Out Tuesdays 7pm- closing
• live music


Address
Mattison's Forty One
7275 South Tamiami Traii
Sarasota, FL 34231
Tel 941.921.3400
Open
Sunday through Thursday 5-11pm and Friday and Saturday 5pm- Midnight

Mattison's Riverside

• Mediterranean fare
  with an Asian flair
• lunch and dinner
  every day
• live music
• happy hour 4:30-6:30pm
• Tuesday Tastings from 5pm in the bar
• Sushi by the Piece Wed from 5-7pm in the bar
• Girls' Night Out from 4:30-6:30pm in the Dockside Lounge
• waterfront dining
• outdoor deck
  with live music
• elegant ballroom,
  amazing Manatee River views
• live entertainment


Mattison's Riverside live music schedule:
Wednesday Bruce Tetley 6-10pm
Thursday Doc and Buster 6-10pm
Friday The Venturas 6-10pm; Jan 18 The Delrays
Saturday Jennifer and her New Gig 6-10pm; Jan 12 Kraig Kenning
Sunday The Alternators, 4-8pm



Address
Mattison's Riverside
1200 First Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205

Tel 941.748.8087
Open
11:30am-10pm
(Sun-Thu)
11:30am-10:30pm
(Fri-Sat)

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