When Every Wednesday Night from 4-7pm
Where Mattison's City Grille, 1 North Lemon Avenue, corner of Main Street and Lemon Avenue, Mattison's Siesta Grille, 1256 Old Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key and Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza, Longboat Key
What Join Mattison's for a fun evening out with the girls after work! We offer special 2 for 1 drink prices and free appetizers in three different locations and venues!

When Tuesday, March 14, 2006 at 7pm
Where Mattison’s Steakhouse at the Plaza, 525 Bay Isles Parkway, Longboat Key, FL
Price $85 per person plus tax and tip
Reservations Required call 941.387.2700
Mattison’s Steakhouse at the Plaza will be hosting a five course dinner and wine tasting featuring the wines from Robert Perry's Winery in Napa Valley. A different wine will accompany each course prepared especially for this elegant and informative dinner. A wine representative will be attending the evening to talk about each of the wines and answer questions. This special evening will be held in our wine cellar, lit by candlelight, at Mattison’s Steakhouse at the Plaza on Longboat Key (located behind Publix).

The Richard Perry Vineyard is located on a hillside in the Coombsville area in the foothills of Mt. George, part of the Vaca Mountain range. Its steep rolling hills required creative terracing. They have about 15 acres of vines, mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot.

• Friday, March 17, 2006 from 7-11pm

Mattison's City Grille Downtown Sarasota celebrates St. Patrick's Day by closing down Lemon Avenue for a street party. There will be live music; a DJ; $3 Guinness, Harps and green Budweiser; and green party favors for purchase. Mattison's City Grille will have a stand set up to serve the best corned beef and cabbage sandwiches you have ever had. "Inside" Mattison's City Grille we will also be serving all your favorite Irish drinks including Guinness Beer and Irish coffee with live music from Eclipse, so be sure to join us in some good old Irish green fun.

Mattison's Siesta Grille, celebrates St Patrick's Day with an Irish flavored happy hour from 5-7pm. We will be decorated in green so be sure to dress for the occasion!

Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza, will be the only one in all of Sarasota serving our homemade St. Patrick’s Day dessert for you to devour: Guinness ice cream with chocolate paté and cappuccino crème anglaise.

Awarded 1st place by the Sarasota Herald Tribune's Reader's Choice Awards as Sarasota's Best Caterer, Mattison's Catering Company has a certified event and wedding planner to help you with all the details of your upcoming engagement or wedding events.

Feel free to call 941.387.2700 to talk with us about how we can help you plan this special event. Beach weddings are our specialty. We cook everything on-site to ensure that you and your guests have the best quality.

Mattison's Catering Company caters in-house or off-site events, from engagement parties to wedding receptions. We can take care of all the details so your only worry is the guest list! Reserve your wedding party event dates by calling 941.387.2700.

Bridal Tip of the Month Consider an international coffee bar during the dessert hour. If you do, you’ll want to be sure to serve Kahlua, Bailey’s, Tia Maria, Grand Marnier and other cordials that your guests will enjoy with coffee.

What A culinary adventure tour of Tuscany, Umbria, Piemonte and Lake Como, featuring a hands-on cookery course, visits to local wineries and plenty of time for sight seeing in this beautiful country.
When Depart on September 29, 2006 through October 11, 2006
More Info Call 941.923.8533

When March 2, 2006 at 6pm
Where City Hall, Sarasota
More Info 941.954.2612

The Citizens' Academy's final session is limited to the graduating class and will include Mayor Mary Anne Servian and City Manager Michael McNeese. This event will be catered by Mattison's Catering Company . The Citizens’ Academy is a unique opportunity designed to offer citizens the chance to learn more about their City government and how it works. The seven week program comes to a close with this final meeting but if you would like more information on the next session, scheduled for October 2006, contact Nancy Kelly at the number above or go to the Web site below. Registration is limited.

When Friday, March 3, 2006 at 6:30pm
Where The Coliseum, 535 Fourth Avenue North, St Petersburg
Price Your cost in excess of $70 is tax deductible
Attire Dress is artrageous cocktail attire, black tie optional
More Info call 727.522.2111

An evening of artwork from both nationally-known and locally-acclaimed artists for our live and silent auctions, accompanied by some magical, masterful music. Entice your “palette” with an exquisite meal artfully prepared and presented by Mattison's Catering Company, sip inventive concoctions from the cash bar and enjoy an evening of artrageous entertainment!

Mattison's has partnered with the Asolo Theatre Festival and the Florida West Coast Symphony to support the arts. Dine at any one of Mattison's three restaurants, show your Asolo or FWCS ticket and 10% of your bill will be donated back to one of the two organizations. Further, Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza has a new Pre-Performance Special with seating at 5:30pm, leaving you plenty of time to enjoy a relaxing dinner before the performance. We would further like to thank you for supporting the arts and offer you your first drink on Mattison's.

Become a new subscriber to the Asolo and receive a $25 gift certificate to Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza or a $10 gift certificate to Mattison's Siesta Grille.

For more information about subscribing to the Asolo Theatre Festival, call 941.351.9010 x4812 or visit their Web site www.asolo.org

When Friday, March 3, 2006 from 6-10pm
Where Village of the Arts, between 9th Street West and 14th Street West in Bradenton
More Info Annie Russini 941.741.4970 or Scott Pittman 941.356.3291
Tickets Admission is free but tickets for Martinis will be available throughout the Village

The Sarasota Film Festival and Womens Resource Center partner with the Village of the Arts to bring back one of the Village’s most popular evening events. Specialty martinis, gourmet food, and a movie, Frida, under the stars at 7pm. Bring a date.

When Saturday, March 4, 2006 at 7pm
Where Fellowship Hall of the St. Paul Lutheran Church, 2256 Bahia Vista St, Sarasota
Price $10 for non-members and $8 for members of GuitarSarasota, a non-profit organization. Seating is limited and tickets should be reserved in advance by calling 941.362.2991; remaining seats can be purchased at the door
More Info Seating is limited and reservations are suggested 941.362.2991

GuitarSarasota's 2006 music series features Trio Voilà, an ensemble comprised of the flute (Jane Hoffman), viola (Laura Jensen-Jennings) and guitar (Thomas Koch) as their second concert. They are perhaps the only trio of their kind in Florida and only one of a handful in the US. Trio Voilà is offering a unique musical experience by combining instruments that have a long tradition with original music from the 19th and 20th centuries. Mattison's will be catering a light reception after the concert and is also a sponsor. If you are interested in listening to a preview of the concert, tune into 89.7 FM out of Tampa on February 28, 2006 at 2:05 pm for a half hour live interview and mini concert. Trio Voilà will also be appearing live on ABC's Channel 7 on Wednesday, February 29 on their local noon news show.

Where Saturday, March 4, 2006 at 6pm
Where Dali Museum, 100 3rd Street South, St Petersburg
Price $250, by invitation only
More Info Avian Nobles 727.823.3767 ext 3024

This is a unique opportunity to dine in the galleries of the museum among the masterpieces of Salvador Dali catered by Mattison's. This is a black tie event and is by invitation only.

When Saturday March 4, 2006 at 5pm
Where Crowley Museum & Nature Center, 16405 Myakka Road, Sarasota
Price $125
More Info 941.322.1000


Bob Harrigan of WWSB ABC 7 will be the special guest auctioneer at Starry Nite, Crowley’s annual fundraising dinner and auction event. Guests will be treated to an exquisite dinner prepared by Chef Paul Mattison and enjoy the sounds of live music at this delicious evening under the stars. There will be unique auction items and guests will be able to view the amazing night skies through high-powered telescopes. All of this in a beautiful natural setting make Starry Nite Sarasota’s most unique fundraising event.

When Saturday, March 4, 2006 at 6pm
Where Mote Marine Laboratory, 600 Ken Thompson Parkway, City Island in Sarasota
Price $75 in advance, $100 at the door, $1000 for a table
More Info Cheryl McDuffy 941.366.3911 This evening will feature fantastic hors d'oeuvres catered by Mattison's with live and silent auctions, a steel drum band and much more. The proceeds from this event go to the Rotary Kids Café and the Mote Marine's Summer Program.

When Thursday, March 9, 2006 at 11:30am
Where Lakewood Ranch estate of John and Sandy Barry
Price $100 per person, $125 for VIP tickets
More Info Sandy Albano at 941.915.8619 or salbano@markpriley.com

All Children's Hospital Guild of Sarasota is hosting this event, which will feature live entertainment, a fashion show and a Luncheon/Tea catered by Mattison’s. Proceeds from this event will primarily go to underwrite the needs of the Specialty Care Center here in Sarasota. Mark P. Riley Luxury Real Estate Group Inc. is this year’s title sponsor.

When Thursday, March 9, 2006, from 6pm-10pm
Where Robarts Arena, 3000 Ringling Blvd Sarasota
Price $50 anvance and $60 at the door
More Info or Purchase Tickets Online click on the link below

Come and enjoy samples from Sarasota's finest restaurants and wineries, a cigar salon, a silent auction and live entertainment. 100% of all proceeds benefit the fight to end hunger, in helping the nonprofit Sarasota, Desoto and Hardee County food bank. All Faiths last year distributed in excess of 3 million pounds of food. The food is distributed to more than 150 agencies in three counties. With your support of this worthwhile event, our charitable groups can continue to operate soup kitchens and shelters. Tickets are $50.00 in advance and $60.00 at the door. Includes admission, food and beverages. Tickets may be purchased at any LandMark Bank location (941.954.5100) or at The All Faiths Food Bank (941.379.6333).

When Saturday, March 11, 2006 at 6:30pm
Where Village On The Isle, 920 South Tamiami Trail, Venice
Price $50 per person, $450 for a table of 10
More Info 941.496.4934, or 941.416.4146 or 941.953.3477

This delightful evening features a reception with dinner and entertainment where the waiters will be local well known members of the community, including Chef Paul Mattison. All proceeds will benefit Mental Health Community Centers, Inc.

When March 12, 2006 from 1-3:30pm
Where Michael's on East Ballroom, 1212 East Avenue, Sarasota
Price Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door
Attire Colorful Cocktail
More Info 941.957.3599


This is a dream come true for true chocoholics. Over 20 chefs, will present their signature chocolate desserts, for an afternoon of indulging oneself into a chocolate trance. All Proceeds Benefit United Cerebral Palsy of Sarasota/Manatee.

What Live entertainment from Shaman, dancing, food, cash bar and a beautiful sunset!
When Thursday, March 16, 2006 from 6-9pm
Where The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota on the Cà d'Zan Terrace
Parking is available at the FSU/Asolo Center for the Performing Arts
Price $5 admission at the door
Food and beverages available for purchase; no food or drinks may be brought onto the premises.
More Info 941.359.5700

When Sunday, March 26, 2006 9pm
Where The Sarasota Opera, 61 North Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota
Price Opera tickets $25 to $75 Order Online, Gala dinner is $125 per person
More Info/Dinner Reservations Melanie McCarty 941.366.8450, ext 402
Maestro DeRenzi conducts internationally renowned soloists and the critically acclaimed Sarasota Opera Orchestra, Chorus, and Youth Opera. The concert will feature the American premiere of Verdi's Tantum Ergo in F major and music by Puccini and von Flotow. Before the concert, join us under the grand tent in front of the Opera House for the Spring Gala Dinner catered by Mattison's.

When Tuesday, March 28, 2006 at 6pm
Where The Ringling Museum, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota
More Info Erin Duggan 941.955.0991 ext 208

Visit Florida and the Sarasota Convention and Visitors Bureau host 500 visitors from the Southeast Tourism Society for a magnificent dinner catered by Mattison's in the courtyard of the the Ringling Museum. This event is by invitation only.