Mattison's
Culinary Events and Highlights September 16, 2010
 
 September's Mattison's Gift Card Drawing Winners
 

Congratulations to our two September
$25 Mattison's Gift Card Winners!


Heather Andrews
> I frequent Mattison's City Grille because of the fabulous atmosphere and Mattison's 41 for the classy ambiance. One is like being in a tropical oasis, the other back in San Fran.  The Artichokes Esther are to die for!

Daffney Swint
> I love the Atichokes- Esther





 
  < Mattison's Culinary Events >
  
 

 
 Hors d'oeuvres Cooking Class at Mattison's Riverside
 

Mattison's Riverside Hors d'oeuvres cooking classSeptember 16 from 6pm

> how to prepare and serve a five-course appetizer menu for any dinner party, event or get-together at Mattison's Riverside
>
menu: Chilled Melon and Gazpacho Soup Shooters; Proscuitto and Cream Cheese Prawns; Tuna Tostados; Reuben Dip with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and 1000 Island dressing with Rye chips; and for dessert Peanut Butter and Caramelized Banana French Toast
> $24.95 per person (plus tax and tip)
> reservations required
> online reservations or call 941.748.8087
> Mattison's Riverside





 
 Sunday Brunch à la carte Menu at all Mattison's™
 Restaurant Locations

 

Mattison's BrunchSunday, Sept 19 and 26

Mattison's Riverside 941.748.8087
> from 11am-3pm
>
sample à la carte brunch items: Crab Benedict, Malted Belgian Waffles, Steak & Cheese Omelet and more

Mattison's Forty-One 941.921.3400
> from 11am-3pm
> sample à la carte brunch items: Eggs Benedict, Ricotta Pancakes, Blintz Soufflé, Smoked Salmon Piccata Omelet, Miso Glazed Salmon and more  

Mattison's City Grille 941.330.0440
> from 11am-3pm
> sample à la carte brunch items: Classic French Toast, Quiche Lorraine, Eggs Benedict and more
> live music by Joe Thayer from 12-3pm





 
 Maison Louis Jadot Wine-Pairing Dinner
 at Mattison's Forty-One
 
 

Mattison's Forty-One Wine Pairing Dinner
Thursday, September 23
from 6:30pm

 
> enjoy a distinctive five-course wine-pairing dinner prepared by Chef Paul Mattison
> unparalleled wines from Maison Louis Jadot in Burgundy, France
> $65 per person
> reservations required
> purchase tickets online
> Mattison's Forty-One call 941.921.3400





 
 Third Annual Oktoberfest at Mattison's Riverside 
 
Oktoberfest at Mattison's Riverside
Sunday, October 3 from 5-9pm

> bring the whole family for our third annual Oktoberfest along the Manatee River on the beautiful, breezy waterfront outdoor deck and garden
> our à la carte menu features Bratwurst, Wienerschnitzel, Soft Baked Oktoberfest Pretzels, Sauerkraut, Kâsespätzle (German cheese pasta), Kartoffelsalat (German Potato Salad), Apfelstrudel, and much more
> great choice of imported German beer
> Oktoberfest activities include: beer stein holding contest, live music by Euro Express, dancing, traditional Bavarian decorations, and more
> prizes are given for the best Lederhosen and best Dirndl, so come dressed for the occasion
> valet parking is available
> attendance is limited and reservations are requested
> the Mattison's Riverside full dinner menu is also available
> German beer tasting event is $5 (includes a Mattison's Riverside Oktoberfest beer mug)
> 941.748.8087 or
online reservations





 
  < Upcoming Community Events >
  
 

 
 Mayors Jewelers Sparkle for Autism Benefit
 


Sparkle for AutismSeptember 25 at 4pm
> a night of shopping, cocktails, music, and delicious food by Mattison's™!
> this event benefits Sydney's School for Autism
> RSVP callaire@mayors.com or call 813.792.2774
> Mattison's™ is a proud sponsor of this event
> Mayors Jewelers at Citrus Park Town Center, 7963 Citrus Park Town Center, Tampa





 
 American Cancer Society's  Pink Heals Tour
 

Pink Heels Tour

Monday, September 27
from 6:30pm

 
> Sarasota County Fire and Police Department, and breast cancer survivors rally to support the American Cancer Society's Pink Heals Tour with proceeds going to the American Cancer Society
> schedule: 10-11am - pink fire truck parade through Main Street: Pink Heals trucks, Sarasota County Fire and Police Department, and breast cancer survivors 11am Rally at the "Kiss" statue with the five pink trucks; three trucks will divert to multiple locations including Mattison's City Grille; at approximately 5:30pm, a truck will visit Mattison's Forty-One
> Mattison's™ will donate a portion of the proceeds to the American Cancer Society
> more information contact Bambi Famous Kane at 941.780.6422 or email bfamous@gmail.com





 
  < Mattison's Forty-One >
- 941.921.3400 
      - South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota

 

 
 Italian Travelogue Lunch Series at Mattison's Forty-One
         

Adult and Community EnrichmentOctober 13
from 11:30am-1:30pm


>
experience Tuscany through this pictorial seminar where you learn about the various regions, culture, gastronomy, traditions and more 
> three-course lunch and seminar $31 or all three seminars for $88

November 10 from 11:30am-1:30pm
> witness, through photography, the bella vistas of northern Italy and learn about navigating the waterways by ferries and the land by trains  
> three-course lunch and seminar $31 or all three seminars for $88

December 1 from 11:30am-1:30pm
> experience the allure and beauty of the Amalfi Coast and the Bay of Naples
> three-course lunch and seminar $31 or all three seminars for $88

> to register call Adult and Community Education (ACE) 941.361.6590
 
 Sunset Menu for $25 at Mattison's Forty-One
         

Chef Paul Mattison's Artichokes EstherThrough September
from 4pm to close

>
enjoy a full three-course dinner menu for $25
> add a flight of wine for $12

Choice of Appetizer
Artichokes Esther-Style, Crab Cakes, Goat Cheese Bruschetta, Slow Roasted Duck Spring Roll, Shrimp Rangoon, Charred Tomato Bisque, Traditional Caesar Salad, Mattison's House Salad

Choice of Entrée
Seafood Gumbo, Rosemary & Lemon Honey Glazed Salmon, Cajun Lime Blackened Mahi Mahi, Jumbo Boston Sea Scallops, Grouper Piccata, Pot Roast Forty-One, Chicken Penne Pasta, New Zealand Baby Lamb Chops

Choice of Dessert
Torte di Nonna, Chocolate Paté, Roasted Pear Bread Pudding
 
  < Mattison's Riverside >
- 941.748.8087
     - Downtown Bradenton

 
 
 Riverside Tours  at Twin Dolphin Marina
 and Mattison's Riverside 

 

Mattison's Riverside Boat Tours










> enjoy sight seeing, sunset tours,and group charters along the Manatee River
> lunch and dinner cruise packages by Mattison's Riverside
> the River Skipper leaves out of the Twin Dolphin Marina, 1000 First Avenue West, Bradenton
> for more information or to book a Riverside Tour contact Twin Dolphin Marina at  941.747.8300 for details or go to Riverside Tours Web site





 
 Petite Plates at Mattison's Riverside
 

Petite Plates at Mattison's Riverside
Daily from 5pm

> offering an expanded selection of fresh menu choices along with petite plates (a smaller but full meal served with sides) with prices starting at $14.
> at Mattison's Riverside
> more information online or call 941.748.8087



 
 Jess Jeweler Buys You Dinner at Mattison's Riverside
 

Mattison's Forty-OneOffer Expires
December 31, 2010


> when you purchase jewelry from Jess Jeweler (from $399), they will treat you to dinner for two or more at Mattison's Riverside
> visit Jess Jewelers at 1401 Manatee Avenue West, Suite 110, Bradenton, FL 34205
> open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 5:30pm
> for more info, call Ken Alicea 941.708.9663
> enjoy waterfront dining at Mattison's Riverside


 
 Manatee Players Dinner Theatre Package
 at Mattison's Riverside

 

Mattison's Riverside and Manatee Players Theater Dinner Package
> special two-course menu with seating by 6pm and a theater ticket to the Manatee Players
> $50, includes tax and tip
> to purchase the Mattison's-Manatee Players Package call the Manatee Players Box Office at 941.748.5875 or visit their Web site
> enjoy waterfront dining at Mattison's Riverside
and a performance at the Manatee Players Theatre







 
  < Mattison's City Grille > 
- 941.330.0440
      - Downtown Sarasota

 
 
 Crab Night Mattison's City Grille
 

Mattison's City Grille Crab Night
Mondays from 5pm

Join us at Mattison's City Grille for Crab Night featuring:
> Appetizer Specials: · Snow Crab and Avocado Maki Roll with cucumbers and jalapeño yuzu drizzle ~ $6.99 · One Pound of Steamed Crab Legs with drawn butter ~ $14.99
> Entree Specials: Snow Crab Legs, clams, mussels, potatoes, and corn on the cob, with drawn butter ~ $21.99 · Snow Crab Legs and Blue Crab Cakes Combo with baked potato, house vegetables, and drawn butter ~
$21.99 ·  Crispy Soft Shell Crabs with chipotle mashed potatoes, garlic spinach, and cilantro beurre blanc ~ $22.99  
>
online reservations





 
  < Mattison's Catering Company >
941.921.3400
      - South Tamiami Trail

 
 
 Full-Service Wedding Planning
 at Mattison's™ Catering Company

 
Mattison's Catering Company
Think of Mattison's™ for everything from party platters to black-tie events.

Mattison's™ is a chef owned and operated catering company and restaurant group procuring fresh, natural, and local ingredients. Our food is homemade by chefs on site to ensure the quality you expect. We have experienced, registered, and certified wedding planners on staff to coordinate every occasion. Our reliable and professional team offers exceptional service. As a full-service award-winning catering company, Chef Paul Mattison works with you to make your dream wedding a reality.

> Mattison's Catering Company offers an infinite range of menu options and is experienced at preparing menus sensitive to a particular diet. We prepare our food on-site allowing us to provide you with the freshness you expect. Call 941.921.3400

> Mattison's Riverside Restaurant and Ballroom, in downtown Bradenton on the Manatee River, seats up to 200 and features the most spectacular waterfront view in town along with Chef Paul Mattison's award-winning catering menus and attention to detail. Mattison's Riverside also offers multiple private dining options from 10-200 throughout the restaurant. Call 941.748.8087

> Mattison's Forty-One Restaurant and Galleria, in Sarasota, offers the elegant Galleria seating up to 100 people with a tropical terrace as a beautiful backdrop for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres outside followed by an elegant dinner with music and dancing inside. Call 941.921.3400

> Mattison's City Grille is perfect for al fresco, casual office parties, lunches, and dinners, offering Chef Paul Mattison's exceptional menu quality and well known excellence in service. Call 941.330.0440

> for more details go online
> Mattison's Catering Company


 
 Thanksgiving is Just Around The Corner...
 This is What Mattison's™ Can Do for You
!
 



















Mattison's™ Thanksgiving:
Dine-In or Complete Turkey Feast To-Go

> all three Mattison's™ restaurants are serving Dine-In, a traditional Thanksgiving feast on Thursday, November 25, 2010 for the whole family
> reservations are highly recommended and can be made online at www.mattisons.com or by calling the specific Mattison's™ where you would like to dine

Mattison's™ Take-Home Complete Thanksgiving Turkey Feast To-Go
> Mattison's Forty-One and Mattison's Riverside complete Thanksgiving dinner: four people $75, for eight people $145
> includes: slowly roasted turkey (all of our turkeys are fresh and never frozen) with sage stuffing, gravy, mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, green beans, giblet gravy, cranberry relish, focaccia rolls with Boursin butter, and our homemade pumpkin pie
> additional items also available to add to your Thanksgiving order, just ask and we are happy to accommodate any special orders
> please place orders by Sunday, November 21, 2010 and pick up on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 25, 2010 between 10:30am-2pm.
> to place an order at Mattison's Riverside call 941.748.8087 and to place an order at Mattison's Forty-One call 941.921.3400

Mattison's Catering Company
> for a fully serviced and catered Thanksgiving affair, we provide the  experience and professionalism to cater your family's dinner, in your home, or at one of our in-house private dining rooms, for 10-200 people.
> Mattison's Catering Company 941.921.3400 for details or email us

 
  < Mattison's In The Press
941.921.3400

 
 
 Mattison's Game of The Week on SNN
 

Mattison's Game of the Week

Each Wednesday
5pm, 6pm, 10pm, 11pm
Thursday
at 5am, 6am, 7am, 8am and Friday at 11:15pm

>
tune in to SNN each Wednesday through Friday to watch Mattison's Game of The Week highlighting the most exciting football match between two local high school football teams
> dine at any Mattison's™ restaurant before the game, and Chef Paul Mattison donates 10% of your check back to your high school's Football team
> be sure to tell the server which team you support, or better yet, go dressed in your favorite team's colors






 
 Chef Paul Mattison on Home Shopping Network
 

Chef Paul Mattison on Home Shopping Network
September 29

>
tune in to the live national television show, Home Shopping Network and watch Chef Paul Mattison
> as the spokesperson for Cuisinart Appliances and Cookware, Chef Paul Mattison will demonstrate the special features of Cuisinart products






 
 Sarasota Herald Tribune Style Magazine Article
 Mattison's Catering Company
 
 


> Celebrate good times by Kristine Nickel in the Sarasota Herald Tribune's Style Magazine appeared on Sunday, September 5, 2010 and includes recipes
> visit Mattison's Web site to read the full article
> Mattison's Forty-One call 941.921.3400





 
 Florida Travel and Life  Mattison's City Grille 
 

Mattison's City Grille, Florida Travel and Life
> Mattison's City Grille was highlighted in an article in the state-wide publication Florida Travel and Life
> the article written by Patricia Letakis is titled One Great Night in Sarasota read the full article
> Mattison's City Grille call 941.330.0440





 
  < Mattison's Upcoming Events
941.921.3400

 

 
 Mattison's Upcoming Wine Dinners and
 Cooking Demonstrations

 


Chef Paul MattisonMattison's Riverside
> Cooking Class, Thursday, September 16 from 6-8pm - Hors d'oeuvres
>
Cooking Class, Thursday, October 14 from 6-8pm - Introduction to Sushi

Mattison's Forty-One

> Wine Pairing Dinner, Thursday, October 21 at 6pm - Banfi Vinyards
> Cooking Class, Wednesday, October 27 from 11:30am - Italian Regional






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 Mattison's contact information


Mattison's logo

>
Mattison's City Grille, 1 North Lemon Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236
tel 941.330.0440
> Mattison's Forty-One, 7275 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231
tel 941.921.3400
> Mattison's Riverside, 1200 First Ave West, Bradenton, FL 34205
tel 941.748.8087
> Mattison's Catering, 7275 South Tamiami Tr, Sarasota, FL 34231
tel 941.921.3400
> www.mattisons.com

Chef Paul Mattison
on ABC 7



Paul on ABC 7
> Friday, September 17 at 6am and
Friday, September 24
at 5pm



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Regularly Scheduled
Club Meetings
at Mattison's™

Mona-Vie Monthly
· first Monday of the
month at 6:30pm
· monthly meeting
· Mattison's Riverside,
in the Ballroom upstairs
· Lowell Waldon 941.794.8172

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Siesta Key Greater Sarasota Republican
Club Mixer
· Monday, September 20
at 6pm
· gathering for
members and future
members of the
Republican Club
· Mattison's Forty-One,
in the Galleria
· Rebecca Roberts
941.315.5550

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Rotary Club of Bradenton
· Mondays from 11:30am
· weekly luncheon
· Mattison's Riverside,
in the Ballroom upstairs
· call 941.748.8087


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Downtown Sarasota Farmer's Market Board
· First Monday of each month at 5:30pm
· gathering for
Board Members
· Mattison's Forty-One
· Phil Pagno
941.504.1077

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Rotary Club
of Gulf Gate Sarasota
· Tuesdays from 12pm
· weekly luncheon
· Mattison's Forty-One,
in the Galleria
· Jim Pippenger 941.922.6237

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Manatee Bar Association
· fourth Wednesday of
each month at noon
· monthly luncheons
· Mattison's Riverside,  Ballroom
· Joni Korzen
941748.4842 x130

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Manatee Riverside Rotary Group
· Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30pm
· after hours Rotary
Group featuring
happy hour pricing
· Mattison's Riverside,
in the River North Room
· call 941.748.8087

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Sarasota Café Racers
·
every other Wednesday, dates vary
· gathering for
members of the Sarasota Café Racers
· Mattison's Forty-One
· Marytyn Schorr
941.957.0827


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Tiger Bay Club
· first Thursday of the month at 11:30am
· monthly luncheon
· Mattison's Riverside
· call Linda Cinque
941.746.1151

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Chamber Networking Leads Group
· every Friday at noon
· weekly luncheons
· Mattison's Riverside,  Ballroom
· Sue Revell 941.741.4091



Happy Birthday Bertha Palmer
at Mattison's Forty-One

Bertha Palmer Special at Mattison's Forty-One
All Year Long
until May 2011
> celebrate the birthday of Sarasota's Legendary Lady, Bertha Palmer
> Mattison's Forty-One offers a Bertha Palmer Dinner Special: a Filet Mignon topped with King Crab and a Citrus Hollandaise Sauce with truffle mashed potatoes and asparagus for $29.95
> and the drink special The Bertha Palmer Raspberry Lemonade: raspberry vodka, triple sec, sour, and cranberry juice for $7
> more Mrs Palmer's Birthday Celebration events
· online reservations
or call 941.921.3400
·
Mattison's Forty-One



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Happy Hour
$4 Martinis &
$5 Appetizers

at all Mattison's™



Mattison's Happy Hour Special
Happy Hour Special
daily from 3-7pm

also includes
half price
on wells, calls, draft
beer, and house wine
with prices starting
under $2


> menu items at Mattison's City Grille

> menu items at Mattison's Forty-One

>
menu items at Mattison's Riverside
 



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Weekly Specials
at Mattison's Forty-One

Mattison's Forty-One Weekly Specials
Every Day 4-close
Sunset Menu
 · three-course dinner for $25, add a flight of wine for $12

Mondays
· live music by Joe Thayer from 6:30 to closing
Tuesdays
· live music by Joe Thayer from 6:30 to closing
Wednesdays
Girls' Night Out
· half price on wells,
calls, drafts, and
house wine all night

· live music by
Debbie Keeton

from
7pm to closing
Thursday - Saturday
Studio 41 see below
Friday

Happy Hour

all night in the bar
Saturday Night Special
· 25% off any bottle of wine over $40
·  happy hour daily 3-7pm click for specials
Sundays
à la carte Sunday Brunch
from 11am-3pm
· online reservations or call 941.921.3400
·
Mattison's Forty-One



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Studio 41
at Mattison's Forty-One

Studio 41 at Mattison's Forty-One
Studio 41's
Live Music Schedule

for September from
7pm to closing
· Sarasota's dance club for the ultimate dance experience
· no cover
· Studio 41 is a weekly event Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night
· Mattison's Forty-One

Thursdays
JJ & Scott 
high energy dance

Fridays
Jennifer Leigh
& Her New Digs

 Saturdays
Omni



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Weekly Specials
at Mattison's Riverside


Mattison's Riverside Weekly Specials

Tuesday
Wine Tastings

from 5pm
· complimentary sampling of a variety of wines from featured vineyards, varietals, or regions
· light appetizers offered with the tasting
· NEW live music in the Lounge from 5:30-7:30pm

Wednesday
Sushi By The Piece
from 5-7pm
· Mattison's Sushi Chef
chooses four popular
sushi rolls to serve
by the piece
· pieces are
75 cents each
·live music by the
Steve Arvey Band
Sep 22, and 29
from 6-9pm
Steve Arvey Band and Doug Deming
Sept 15 from 6-9pm

Thursday
Girls' Night Out
from 3pm to closing
· live music by
The Arch
September 16
from 7-10pm
Billy Rice Sept 23 and 30 from 7-10pm
· half price on calls, wells, drafts, and house wines for ladies in the dockside room

Friday
Prime Rib
Weekend Special
· 8oz, 12oz, and
16oz cuts, slowly
roasted, locking in all
the flavors and
tenderness, hand cut to
order, with fresh
asparagus, au jus and
truffle mashed potatoes
· live music by
Shotgun Justice
from 7-11pm

Saturday
Prime Rib
Weekend Special

· live music by
The Arch
Sept 18, and 25
from 7-11pm

Sunday
Drink Specials

Mimosa/Bloody Marys $4
· NEW live music by Muphin Chuckrs Acoustics
from 5-8pm

Daily
· happy hour from 3-7pm prices starting under $2

· online reservations or call 941.748.8087
· group bookings available for private parties or business events call 941.748.8087




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Mattison's™ Birthday Club
on Facebook


Mattison's Birthday Club on Facebook

"Like"
Mattison's on
Facebook and enjoy
the benefits of our
Birthday Club

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Weekly Specials
at Mattison's City Grille

Mattison's City Grille Weekly Specials

Sundays
free glass of
house wine

with your entrée after 7pm
· live music by Joe Thayer from 12-3pm and Debbie Keeton
from 7-10pm
Mondays
· live music by
Tropix, wide range of contemporary music

from 7:30-10pm

Tuesdays
· live music by Jennifer Leigh & Her New Digs,
Jazz from 7:30-11pm
Wednesdays

Girls' Night Out
in the bar

· live music by
Big T and the Tornadoes,

Chicago Blues from 7-11pm

Thursdays
· live music by
The Venturas,
Swing and Jazz from 7:30-11pm
Fridays
· live music by a local band of the week,
 
from 8pm to Midnight
Saturdays
· live music by T Allen Band "Straight from Macon" Southern Blues and Rock from 8pm to Midnight
Daily Happy Hour
· from 3-7pm
click here
for specials


· Mattison's City Grille 941.330.0440



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