Fall fun leads to holidays!
Fall is a very distinctive time of year. There's a
little sorrow at summer ending and a little excitement about the
coolness in the air and leaves changing color. It's a great time to
discover fun new things to do and to, already, start planning those
holiday events and parties.
Hotel Sorrento, Hunt Club
 In a continually more casual world, the
Hotel Sorrento and Hunt Club restaurant have remained classically
elegant for 100 years. The soothing atmosphere ensures a truly special
holiday experience, perfect for large family gatherings or business
appreciation parties. The Top of the Town, located on the seventh floor,
offers panoramic views of downtown. For more intimate gatherings, the
Penthouse Suite comes with its own fireplace, grand piano and outdoor
patio. All private parties are catered by the Hunt Club, known for
outstanding service and classic cuisine. More than 20 entrées are
prepared by Chef Jason Dallas and his team of culinary professionals.
With over 4800 square feet of private dining space including five unique
rooms with space for 5-100 people, delectable cuisine and the option to
take an elevator home after your party, you and your guests are sure to
be dazzled by this Seattle beauty. The Hotel Sorrento is
located at 900 Madison Street at Terry in downtown Seattle. The Hunt
Club serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily as well as brunch on
Saturday and Sunday. For hotel (rates begin at $199) and private dining
reservations, call 1-800-426-1265. Call 206-343-6156 for reservations at
the Hunt Club.
www.hotelsorrento.com
Palisade
 If you're in charge of setting up
a
holiday get together on a much tighter budget this year, Palisade offers the perfect
compromise--lunch instead of dinner. Holiday lunches and brunches
are very special at Palisade and it might just be easier to get the
group together early in the day instead of the evening. Three private rooms have wonderful views of the marina,
Mount Rainier and the city skyline. The Magnolia Room accommodates up to
45 guests for a sit-down event and up to 80 for a reception-style event.
The Orchid Room accommodates up to 85 guests for a sit-down event and up
to 100 for a reception-style event. Weather permitting, guests may also
enjoy the attached, open deck area for either an extension of their
Orchid Room event or for a reception prior to their sit-down event
inside the room. The Alani Room is a separate venue located next to the
restaurant. Like the other rooms, it features koa wood accents and
amazing views. The Alani room accommodates up to 150 guests for a
sit-down event, and 200 for a reception. This room also includes a 10x10
built-in wood dance floor and state of the art AV equipment. Palisade
will provide you with the attentive and detailed service that will make
your event unforgettable. Please call Catering at 206-285-5865. Palisade is located at 2601 West Marina Place at
the foot of Magnolia in Seattle. Dinner is served Monday-Thursday 5-9
p.m. (bar 2-11), Friday 5-10 p.m. (bar 2-midnight),
Saturday 4-10 p.m. (bar 3-midnight), Sunday 4-9 p.m. (bar 2-10).
Lunch is served Monday-Friday 11:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. and brunch is served
Sunday 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 206-285-1000.
http://palisaderestaurant.com/
Ponti Seafood Grill
 Every
season is spectacular for private dining at Ponti, but the holiday
season is always very special. Each room has a view of the Lake
Washington Ship Canal, with the lights of vessels floating by, Fremont
twinkling in the background and the Fremont and Aurora bridges arching
overhead. Warm colors and beautiful artwork set the backdrop for your
family or business gathering. Groups of 8-200 can be accommodated in
this lovely setting. You can choose to have an appetizer reception, a
buffet or a full sit-down meal. Whatever works for your group! Enjoy
Ponti's wonderful house smoked black cod, tempura prawns with mango
coulis, a seafood medley with all your favorites and much more. Let
Ponti handle all the details you don't have time for during the busy
holiday season. Sit back, relax and enjoy your colleagues and family.
Start planning and book early while popular dates are still available
for lunch and dinner.
Ponti is located at 3014 Third Avenue North,
between the Queen Anne and Fremont neighborhoods. Dinner is served
nightly from 5 p.m. Happy hour nightly from 4-6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. to
closing. Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. during the month
of December only. 206-284-3000.
http://pontiseafoodgrill.com/
Russell's/Russell Dean Lowell Catering
 Private dining at Russell's is something
you won't experience anywhere else. "Russell's Loft" upstairs in the
1927 refurbished barn that holds the restaurant offers over 4000 square
feet of space and can accommodate up to 300 guests--perfect for business
and
personal holiday celebrations (accessible by stairs or elevator). Original beams, refinished fir floors and a cathedral ceiling make this
a very unique space. Add extraordinary Pacific Northwest cuisine,
polished service and professional event management and your party will
be one your guests talk about for a very long time. Seared sea scallops, sautéed white Gulf prawns, crispy duck breast with
roasted shallot glacé, filet mignon with demi glacé bleu cheese
butter--unforgettable flavors and a memorable event.
 Russell's is located at 3305 Monte Vista Parkway in Bothell.
Breakfast and lunch are served Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Dinner is
served Tuesday-Saturday from 5 p.m. Russell's Dining and Bar
425-486-4072. Event coordination 206-264-0400.
www.rdlcatering.com
Olympic Peninsula Fall Culinary Events
 Experience
the bounty of the Olympic Peninsula amid spectacular fall scenery! A
trio of culinary events offers seasonal fun for the whole family. Get
Crackin' at the 7th Annual Dungeness Crab & Seafood Festival, October
11-12 at Port Angeles City Pier, featuring the first annual "Tour of
Wineries & Poker Run." Hours are 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. on Saturday and 10
a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday. Visit
http://www.crabfestival.org/ for details.
On November 1, local chefs will showcase fresh Olympic Coastal
Cuisine paired with locally-made wines at A Taste of the Peninsula.
The event will be held from 5-8:30 p.m. at the Naval Elks Hall in Port
Angeles. Call 360-452-9244 for more information.
Sample the region's award-winning wines and stock up for the holidays
at the Olympic Peninsula Wineries' annual Passport Wine Tour,
November 8-9. Hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit
http://www.olympicpeninsulawineries.org/ for ticket information.
Take this opportunity to get out to the Peninsula and enjoy a
beautiful part of our state and some fun events!
Doug Fox Travel Food & Wine Festival
 Your
family and colleagues are special, why do something mundane for the
holidays? If their passions include great food and wine (and whose
don't, really?), let them experience exotic ports of call and luxurious
surroundings while indulging in flavor sensations. Instead of a single
holiday meal in a crowded room, hand them tickets for a Mediterranean
cruise with Crystal Symphony including their special Food & Wine
Festival right on board! Twelve wonderful nights, sailing from Paris to
Rome to London starting June 7, 2009 from $4,645 per person. This
special offer includes prepaid gratuities and a $150 wine credit. Book
today! If you're looking for something equally as fun but more moderate
price-wise, Doug Fox has many food and wine travel options.
For complete details, visit
http://www.dougfoxtravel.com/ and
enter offer ID257206. Or call Sheri Brightwell at 425-402-0373 or email
at
sheri.brightwell@dougfoxtravel.com.
Rover's
 Offering the warm, intimate feel of home
with sublime food, Rover's is an excellent choice for your holiday
parties. Larger parties (up to 60) celebrate in the main room. Smaller
parties (up to 24) relax in the private dining room. For business
parties, the private dining room offers DSL internet access and an LCD
projector and screen. Rover's staff will work with you to ensure you
have everything you need--flowers, personalized name cards, custom
printed menus and parting gifts. As always, Rover's offers sophisticated
Pacific Northwest cuisine with The Chef in the Hat's French accent.
Using local, sustainable, organic and seasonal ingredients, dishes are
always a flavor revelation. Choose from pre-set menus or design your
own. Whether you're looking for a special lunch, fun cocktail reception
or full sit-down dinner, Rover's is just the right fit. When you book
your party this holiday season, Rover's will provide a complimentary
hors d'oeuvres and champagne reception.
Rover's is located at 2808 Madison Street in Madison Valley. Lunch is
served each Friday from noon to 1:30 p.m. Dinner is available Tuesday
through Thursday from 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 5:30 p.m.
206-325-7442.
http://rovers-seattle.com/
KCTS 9 Cooks
Get ready for the holidays with KCTS 9
Cooks! You'll wow family and friends with fun recipes that taste great.
You'll find all kinds of ways to use potatoes from chowders to
casseroles to fries, plus great ideas for yams and sweet potatoes. Tune
in to KCTS 9 and get some serious potato information!
Fall 2008
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