From Chef Paul Mattison Mattison's Culinary Connection Events
May 2007

Dear Jennifer,

The month of May is the perfect time to let your Mom know how special she is, in any way you can. Mattison's is celebrating Mother's Day at each restaurant in a slightly different way, so be sure to make reservations and let your Mom know just how much you appreciate her!

Remember, Mattison's is committed to being successful, one client at a time. Feel free to e-mail me personally at chefpaul@mattisons.com with questions or comments any time.

Enjoy!
Chef Paul Mattison


Mattison's Mother's Day Sunday, May 13


Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza introduces a special Mother's Day Sunday Brunch from 11am-2pm along with serving our full Tuscan Steakhouse menu for dinner from 5-9pm. Reservations are being accepted for our candle lit wine cellar for a special, intimate family gathering as well. Enjoy live Jazz with Eddie Tobin in the Fireplace Lounge from 7-10pm, or make a reservation in our elegant main dining room. Reservations are requested and can be made by calling 941.387.2700 or by going online below.

Mattison's Siesta Grille is open from 1-9pm on Mother's Day, and features a special Rack of Lamb Dinner along with offering our full dinner menu. Mattison's Siesta Grille also has a wide variety of delicious choices for children, so make reservations for the whole family, call 941.349.2800 or by going online below.

Mattison's Riverside is taking reservations for Mother's Day from 11:30am-10pm and features our famous Roasted Prime Rib carved to order with a port jus sauce and a horseradish sauce accompanied by truffle mashed potatoes, and grilled vegetables. Enjoy our full menu including fresh seafood selections. Make reservations for the whole family and remember Mattison's Riverside always has a special delicious and healthy children's menu. Reservations are requested for Mother's Day and can be made by calling 941.748.8087 or by going online below.

Mattison's City Grille is offering our delicious brunch and lunch menus from 11:30-3pm and our full dinner menu 3-10pm. Bring the whole family and enjoy live music from Debbie Keeton from 7pm, dining al fresco in the heart of downtown Sarasota. From filet to pizza, Mattison's City Grille is the perfect family restaurant for Mother's Day. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 941.330.0440 or by going online below.



Mattison's Women and Wine 101


When Wednesday, May 30 at 6:30pm
Where Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza's Wine Cellar
Price $18 per class
Reservations 941.387.2700

Syrah From Around the World, from spicy to fruity including their blends, will be the focus of this wonderful wine tasting evening. Mattison's sommelier introduces you to Syrah, and will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. After an informal discussion, a vote will be taken to choose the best wine for that evening.

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.



Mattison's Riverside Announces Happy Hour


When Monday through Friday from 4:30-6:30pm
Where Mattison's Riverside at the Twin Dolphin Marina
Offer wells, calls, draft, and house wine Two for One

Come join us at Mattison's Riverside for a fun and friendly happy hour with the best view in town! Mattison's Riverside was recently awarded the 2007 finalist winner for the Best Waterfront Restaurant by the Bradenton Herald Tribune's Reader's Choice Awards.



Mattison's Wins Sarasota Magazine's
Best of the Best Awards


Sarasota Magazines highly regarded Best of the Best 2007 issue recognized Mattison's Catering Company as the Best Catering Company in Sarasota. "Chef Paul Mattison commands an army of restaurants, but his catering commandos can also deliver chez vous, whether it's a dinner for two or a wedding for 400. You'll be happy. Your guests will be happy. Next question?"

Mattison's City Grille won Best Outdoor Restaurant and was a finalist in the Best Bar category as well. "Commandeering the best corner in downtown, Mattison's shares its tables with the sidewalk. The world wanders past while you sip (top-shelf wine list, down-to-earth beers and booze, too) and sup (from sandwiches to rack of lamb) under the Sarasota sky. All that and music nightly."

Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza was a finalist in two categories Best Wine List and Most Romantic Restaurant.



Mattison's Siesta Grille and Greg Truitt's Practicing Good Decisions Dinner Gala and Golf Tournament


What Practicing Good Decisions Dinner Gala
When Sunday, May 6 from 6-9pm
Where Chelsea Center, St Thomas More Catholic Church, 2506 Gulf Gate, Drive, Sarasota
Reservations requested, call Greg Truitt 513.520.7733 or by e-mailing pgd247@aol.com

Mattison's Siesta Grille is proud to sponsor Greg Truitt's Practicing Good Decisions Dinner Gala featuring a cocktail hour, silent and live auctions, dinner catered by Mattison's, along with live music. This is a fundraising event for Practicing Good Decisions program, helping to train high school students to read with elementary students who are at risk.

What Practicing Good Decisions Golf Tournament
When Monday, May 7 at 8am and 1pm
Where Ritz Carlton Country Club, Sarasota
Reservations requested, call Greg Truitt 513.520.7733 or by e-mailing pgd247@aol.com
There will be a Two-Person Best Ball golf tournament on a course which is in US Open qualifying condition.



Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza's Summer Menu


When May 15 through September 15, 2007 before 7pm only
Where Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza

Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza's Summer Menu
Before 7pm only · Fixed Menu $27.95
Starter (choice of one)
House, Caesar, Mediterranean Salad, or Pasta Fagioli
Entrée (choice of one)
Pasta Cavatelli
Plank Broiled Salmon with fresh basil and lemon
Beef Tournedos with Mushrooms Madeira
Chef's Vegetable Creation
Roast Duck
Dessert (choice of one)
Cannoli, Chocolate Espresso Torte, or Biscotti



Chef Paul Mattison and Reynolds Wrap
National Grillaxation Promotion


What Reynolds Wrap Cooking Demonstration When May 26-28, Memorial Day Weekend
Where On air television cooking demonstrations in Tampa and Sarasota

Reynolds Wrap has launched a multi-faceted national campaign to promote Reynolds Wrap Release Non-Stick Foil. Chef Paul Mattison was chosen as this area's celebrity chef and will be going on several Tampa television news programs, to promote Reynolds Wrap Foil's grilling techniques.



Turn On Chef Paul Mattison


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.

Where ABC 7 News at Noon
When What's For Dinner Thursday, May 10, 17, 24, and 31 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



Where The Boys Are


When Friday, May 4 at 7pm
Where South Florida Museum, 201 10th Street West Bradenton,
Price $75
More Info Kelly at 941.746.4131 extension 14

This year's event will feature gourmet tastings provided by a variety of local restaurants including Mattison's along with a high-energy dance band, Pocket Change, from South Beach Miami. This is always an unforgettable event with all proceeds benefiting the South Florida Museum



2007 Statewide Preservation Conference


When May 17-19, 2007
Where Event sites include North Lemon Avenue Mall, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, and the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Info Pre-Registration is required. For more information contact the Florida Trust by May 8, 2007 at 850.224.8128 or e-mail information@floridatrust.org

This Annual Conference is held in a different Florida City to showcase that city's preservation success stories. The Conference consists of a two days of workshops and tours and then a third day of day-long tours, with events each evening of the conference with a total attendance of approximately 350-500 professional preservationists, preservationists activists, design review commission members and other interested persons. All events are catered by Mattison's.



American Red Cross' Hurricane Bash 2007


The American Red Cross is holding its Hurricane Bash 2007 featuring dinner catered by Mattison's, dancing, auctions and celebrity guest Jim Cantore from The Weather Channel. Proceeds benefit the local chapter's hurricane preparedness and response programs.

When Saturday, May 19, 2007
Where Mote Marine, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota
Price $125 per person/$150 patron Info 941.379.9300



Tampa Bay Wine and Food Fest


What Grand Tasting
When May 19 from 12 to 4pm
Where Don CeSar Beach Front Village, 3400 Gulf Boulevard, St Pete Beach
Price $103

You will marvel at the culinary taste sensations that await you. Unleash your palate and savor the fruits of some of the world's most accomplished winemakers. Experience the wizardry of the Tampa Bay area's chef talent pool, including Mattison's, which will astound and amaze you. Sample the very finest that our restaurateurs, suppliers, and purveyors have to offer. You'll quickly learn why this is called a GRAND tasting.



Longboat Key, Lido, and St. Armands Chamber of Commerce's Hob Nob


When Tuesday, May 22 from
5:30-7pm
Where Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza
Price Free and open to the public
Reservations required please call 941.387.9519

This Island Style Hob Nob in a casual environment, gives local business professionals the opportunity to mingle with one another along with elected officials, and is hosted by Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza.



Third Thursdays Cocktails at the Cā d'Zan


When Thursday, May 17 from 6-9pm
Where On the Cā 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 Cā d'Zan at the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. Live music by Lester Freeman & "D" Band with food and drinks available for purchase. No coolers, food or chairs permitted.



Coming in June


· Saturday, June 2, Starry, Starry Night Prom 07Community Youth Development 941.922.5126
· June 1-10, Savor Sarasota Sarasota Convention and Visitor's Bureau 941.957.1877


Mattison's™

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 12-4:30pm (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)
  • Awarded Sarasota Magazine's Best Cater, 2007
  • Pinellas/Hillsborough/ Sarasota/Manatee (941.387.2700)

Mattison's Steakhouse
at the Plaza

  • a Tuscan-Style
    Steakhouse
  • signature seafood
  • house made pasta, bread, and sausage
  • creative vegetables and accompaniments
  • happy hour 5-7pm
  • Girls' Night Out Wednesday from 7pm to closing
  • Pre-Performance Dinner Nightly from 5:30pm
  • wine cellar
  • piano bar
  • live music nightly
    from 7pm
  • Fireplace Lounge
  • Awarded Florida Trend's Golden Spoon, 2007
  • 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
    5-10pm (Tue-Sat)
    5-9pm (Sun)
    closed Monday

    Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza caters private parties in our dining room and in our 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
  • Local's Night Tuesday
    4pm- closing
  • Girl's Night Out Wednesday 7pm- closing
  • Awarded Sarasota Magazine's Best Outdoor Restaurant, 2007
  • live entertainment
  • Mattison's City Grille's 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 Siesta Grille

  • Mediterranean fare
    and elegance
  • dinner nightly
  • lively bar
  • indoor elegant dining
  • outdoor Siesta
    terrace dining
  • a fabulous
    late-night menu
  • happy hour from
    4-7pm daily
  • Tuesday is Family Night
    Free pizza for the kids
  • Girls' Night Out Wednesday from 7pm
    to closing, drink specials and free pizza or the Chef's appetizer special

  • Address
    Mattison's Siesta Grille
    1256 Old Stickney Point Road
    Siesta Key, FL 34242
    Tel
    941.349.2800
    Open
    4-10:30pm (Sun-Thu)
    4-11:30pm (Fri-Sat)

Mattison's Riverside

  • Mediterranean fare
    with an Asian flair
  • lunch and dinner
    every day
  • live music
  • happy hour 4:30-6:30pmpm
  • waterfront dining
  • outdoor deck
    with live music
  • elegant ballroom,
    amazing River views
  • live entertainment
    6-10pm Sun-Thur,
    8pm-Midnight Fri & Sat

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

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

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