 A gold medal winner at the Berlin Culinary Olympics, Chef Res has trained at the Culinary Institute of America and most recently served as Executive Chef at the Austin International Airport Hilton Hotel. Originally from New Orleans, she has also served as Executive Banquet Sous Chef at the Driskill Hotel in Austin and was one of 20 chefs representing the U.S. Armed Forces Culinary Arts Team. Chef Res is a member of the American Culinary Federation and Women Chefs and Restaurateurs.
New Restaurant Manager, Mark Lauer brings 22 years of restaurant experience to the Palm Room. Most recently as the Assistant General Manager at Ruby’s Diner in San Diego, California, Mark also served as Food and Beverage Controller at Morton’s of Chicago in Houston, Texas.
 Some may also remember Mark’s own successful restaurant, the Plaza Café, in downtown New Braunfels, Texas. In addition, Mark has served as a consultant to McCormick and Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant in Houston.
So you do the math: with Skinner and Lauer, this adds up to more than just two new staff members! This equals improved, more consistent food, unique signature dishes, superior service and ultimately a better Palm Room for guests.
GUEST SPECIALS
Celebrate Your Love “Inn” style at the Palm Room…
Come enjoy what Chef Res and Mark can do for you by celebrating with the one you love at the Palm Room for Valentines’ Day! Enjoy a menu of Roasted Poblano Clam Chowder, Texas Steak Oscar, Maverick Mixed Grill or Tequila Sunrise Chilean Sea Bass.
Dessert delights include Bourbon Street Pecan Pie, Chocolate Lovers Mouse, Cheesecake drizzled with hot chocolate syrup and Berna Mae’s Peachy Rum Bread Pudding. Any of these will make a perfect ending for two.
During dinner, jazz artist Richard Zeidler will treat guests with live musical entertainment.
Call now to confirm your reservations! The cost is $110 per couple (plus tax and gratuity).
Spring Break 2005 is just weeks away!
Spring Break Schedules:
| Spring Branch ISD |
3/7 – 3/11 |
| Richardson ISD |
3/7 – 3/11 |
| Austin ISD |
3/14 – 3/18 |
| San Antonio ISD |
3/14 – 3/18 |
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With the spring season right around the corner, Rockport is an ideal spot for families to enjoy fishing, boating, golf, swimming and many more activities, while taking advantage of the perfect coastal spring weather.
Just like last year, the Inn expects to fill up for this annual pilgrimage to the Texas shores, so act now to make your reservations – particularly if you want a fishing guide or tee times at the course. And don’t forget Oysterfest is March 3-6, with the parade and activities right here on Fulton Beach Road!
Make the most of your spring break, with something for everyone at The Lighthouse Inn!
IN THE MERCANTILE
 Spring Fashions Bloom at the Mercantile
Now guests with an eye for fashion can visit the Mercantile at The Lighthouse Inn to check out the latest women’s clothing line from Tori Richard. This new line comes from Honolulu and is just what your wardrobe needs for a spring pick me up – everything from skirts, capris, dresses and sweater sets in all varieties of bright colors.
Also, don’t forget to buy your new tropical spring swimsuit and sunglasses at the Mercantile! Our designer suits by Sunset Separates and Cutter and Buck for men have the right colors, patterns, fabrics and fit for any surf and sand lover. Plus, sunglasses by Costa del Mar, among others, give you the perfect finishing touch.
Bring in a copy of this newsletter to receive a 20% discount on your most expensive item!
CALENDAR
Selected Upcoming Events…
| Fulton Oysterfest |
March 3rd through March 6th |
| Spring Break |
March 4th through March 20th |
| 17th Annual Whooping Crane Strut |
March 12th |
| Dinner Lecture |
March 14th
A dinner lecture by Dr. Jim Bruseth, Project Manager for the excavation of LaSalle’s ship La Belle. At the Lighthouse Inn. |
| Good Friday, Easter |
Friday, March 25th and Sunday, March 27th |
| Rockport Tour of Homes |
April 9th and 10th |
| Great Texas Birding Classic |
April 16th through April 24th
A competitive bird watching tournament |
| Mother’s Day |
May 8th |
| Rockport Festival of Wines |
May 28th and 29th |
| Memorial Day |
May 30th |
OTHER NEWS
Julia Bivins has been promoted from Director of Sales to Assistant General Manager. Julia has been with The Lighthouse Inn since its opening in June of 2003. Also with us since the beginning, Trudy Dexter was recently honored as Employee of the Year. Congratulations to both Julia and Trudy. They are both wonderful, dedicated members of our team.
The Lighthouse Inn also is pleased to announce the hiring of Terry Goad as the new Regional Director of Sales. Goad has spent more than 30 years in the group travel and incentive business, designing and operating sales incentive travel programs, conventions and sales meetings to clients such as Toyota, Shell Oil, Taco Bell, Honda and others. Terry will be “spreading the good news” about what a great place The Lighthouse Inn can be for corporate events!
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