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Mattison's City Grille's Tenth
American Idol
Syesha Mercado Viewing Party

The Sarasota/Bradenton Viewing Party for American Idol's Syesha  Mercado, presented by the Herald-Tribune Media Group, SNN News  6, WSRZ 107.9 FM and hosted by Chef Paul Mattison at Mattison's  City Grille, 1 North Lemon Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236 tel 941.330.0440, is on Tuesday, May 13 from 8pm.

Join SNN News 6 Sports Anchor Antawan Smith along with the 107.9 WSRZ Morning Crew David  Jones & Christina Crane at Mattison's City Grille as they emcee  the party dedicated to cheer on Sarasota's Syesha Mercado who has elevated to
American Idol's TOP THREE! This is the tenth weekly party for Syesha Mercado at Mattison's City Grille and this is the place to be to cheer on Syesha! Be sure to arrive early to get a seat.

Mattison's City Grille introduces,
The Judges Juice:
The Paula Punch
: sweet, pretty, bubbly, and dizzying;
The Simon Shot: harsh, but smooth, and maybe just what you needed;
The Randy Runner: pitchy, nice, but ... dude, just all right for me;

Mattison s City Grille also features the popular Syesha Drink Special (tropical fruit juice and rum), Syesha Salad, along with  the Pizza Mercado, (four cheese pizza), and Fan-esha Appetizer (with the QueSyesha, a grilled veggie and cheese quesadilla; chicken wings, jalapeño poppers). Arrive early for dinner and stay for the show.  Don't forget to wear big hoop Syesha-Style earrings, and don t forget bring your cell phone for post show voting!

STREET PARTY OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, no coolers please.


For more information call 941.330.0440

Link to our American Idol Viewing Party May 13, 2008.
WSRZ 107.9 Morning Crew with Christina Crane and David Jones  
Fox 13 Tampa
Access Hollywood.com

Link to our American Idol Viewing Party May 6, 2008.
WSRZ 107.9  
Fox 13 Tampa
WSLR Miami, Deco Drive, on the right, "Rene Marsh in Sarasota for Syesha Mercado fan party"

Link to our American Idol Viewing Party April 29, 2008.
WSRZ 107.9 
Sarasota Herald Tribune
Sarasota News Now
Bradenton Herald Tribune, April 30, 2008

Link to our American Idol Viewing Party April 15, 2008.
WSRZ 107.9
SNN News 6

Link to our American Idol Viewing Party April 1, 2008.
SNN News 6
WSRZ First: check out the rotating image on the left, wait for the third rotation:
WSRZ 107.9 Pictures
Sarasota Herald Tribune - First and Fifth blogs

Link to our American Idol Viewing Party March 25, 2008.
SNN News 6
WSRZ Fourth Idol Party

Link to our American Idol Viewing Party March 18, 2008.
WSRZ 107.9

Link to our American Idol Viewing Party March 11, 2008.
WSRZ 107.9 Radio look at the top
Sarasota Herald Tribune
SNN News 6
WSVN Fox TV from Miami look on the right and it is the second story down


Mattison's Curb-Side To Go Available

 

Yes, Mattison's Curb-Side To Go is available at Mattison's Riverside, Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza, Mattison's City Grille, and Mattison's Forty One. Just call your favorite Mattison's and place your order, drive up and we will bring your meal to your car! Plus, with every Curb-Side To Go order, you receive 25 additional Mattison's Culinary Club card points!

Keep these numbers handy:
Mattison's Riverside 941.748.8087
Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza 941.387.2700
Mattison's City Grille 941.330.0440
Mattison's Forty One 941.921.3400


Mattison's Riverside's Sushi Class Series

 

 

When Tuesday, May 19, and June 2 from 6:30-9pm
Where Mattison's Riverside
What Mattison's Sushi Chef conducts and informative and detailed and hands-on sushi series, focusing on a variety of themes each week. Complete the series and you graduate from Mattison's Sushi Series Seminar!
Price $60 per class and includes sushi and sushi suppplies.
More Info Reservations required 941.748.8087

 

 


Starlight Prom Night Dinner for Two Mattison's

Mattison's introduces Starlight Prom Night Dinner for Two, an all inclusive, elegant dinner for $79 which includes your choice of an appetizer, entrée, dessert, and soda or ice tea from a special Starlight dinner menu. Tax and tip are included. Each Mattison's location will offer a different dinner menu selection. Call for details and reservations.

 

 

 


 

Chef Paul Mattion's
A Blast From The Past Cooking Class...
Jazzed-Up Childhood Meals

When Wednesday, May 21 from 11:30am-1:30pm
Where Mattison's Forty One
Price $45 plus tax and tip
Reservations are limited, please call to reserve your spot 941.921.3400 or click on the link below

The theme of Chef Paul Mattison's next cooking class is A Blast From The Past Cooking Class... Jazzed-Up Childhood Meals. Everyone loves the staple mac and cheese but Chef Paul Mattison prepares this and others with a twist ... truffled mac and goat cheese! This fun and informative three-course lunch with wine also allows plenty of time for questions, so come prepared!

Gift certificates are available for the future graduate in your family. Send them off to college armed with Chef Paul Mattison's culinary tips and secrets!


Mattison's Steakhouse at the  Plaza
Scotch, Cigars, and Steaks on the  Grill


Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza
, 525 Bay Isles Parkway, Longboat Key, FL 34228 tel  941.387.2700, presents Scotch, Cigars, and Steaks on the Grill.   This wonderful evening on May 22 at 6pm features Randy Adams, the foremost Scotch  expert, otherwise know as the Scotch Guy, from Macallan who  serves several different kinds of Scotch throughout the evening and is on hand  to illustrate the subtle and not so subtle differences between each of the  Scotch brands. Jack Bennington, a local cigar aficionado, features  Rocky Patel Cigars from Indian Tabac, one of the world's leading  cigar makers. Chef Paul Mattison is preparing a special menu to fit the  evening, with a focus on grilling tips and techniques.

The evening  will include a multi-course dinner, featuring Steaks on the Grill,  served outside on the breezy European Terrace for $95 per person plus tax and  tip. Each attendee is given a package to take home, and included in the  package are five cigars. Space is limited to 25 people. Gift certificates are  available, so give Dad an early Father's Day gift! For more info and  reservations call 941.387.2700


Mattison's Road Trip
The Ultimate Dining Experience

 

From South Sarasota to Longboat Key and Back

When
Sunday, May 25 from 6-9pm
Where Starting at Mattison's Forty One for drinks and appetizers, traveling the Luxury Shuttle to Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza for dinner, then return to Mattison's Forty One for dessert, coffee, live music and dancing. Space is limited to 25 people.
Price $75
More Info call 941.921.3400


 

 


 

Chef Paul Mattison's
Paella Cooking Demo at Sur La Table

Chef Paul Mattison's is doing a cooking demonstration at Sur La Table, 22 N Lemon Avenue,
Pineapple Square, Sarasota 941.365.0380 on
Wednesday, May 28 from 12-2pm,
Join Chef Paul Mattison at Sur La Table for an informal cooking demonstration as he prepares traditional Paella along with other menu items from Mattison's City Grille. He will be showing off some of the wonderful kitchen products at Sur La Table as well. Enjoy a sampling of Chef Paul Mattison's creations, browse the store and feel free to come prepared with questions. Stay for 20 minutes or two hours, reservations are not necessary.

Click here to visit Sur La Table's website


 

Mattison's Culinary Club May Promotions

Receive a complimentary Mattison's Culinary Club card or earn an additional 25 points by ordering from Mattison's new Mattison's Curb-Side To Go during the month of May!

Wear a hat to Mattison's Forty One's Kentucky Derby Party earn 25 points May 3 from 4-6:30pm!

Purchase your Mattison's Culinary Club card online for only $10 by clicking below, sign up a friend and earn 100 points. Mattison's Culinary Club cards are also available at any one of our restaurant locations.


 

Mattison's Forty One Weekly May Events

Sunday Latin Night
When Sundays from 4pm
What $5 Mojitos and Margaritas along with exciting Latin inspired dinner specials. Andres Colin plays Latin Guitar

Magic Mondays
When Mondays from 6pm
What Dave Downer, a professional magician, dazzles diners table side

Tuesday Prime Rib Night
What Prime Rib, herb crusted and served with truffle mashed potatoes, fresh seasonal veggies, fresh bread, pan jus & horseradish cream
When Tuesdays from 5pm
Price $24.95

Tuesday Hospitality Night
What Late Night Happy Hour in the Lounge, half price on Wells, Calls, Drafts and House wine, along with a Late Night Bar Menu
When Tuesdays from 8pm to closing

Wednesday's Girls' Night Out

When Wednesdays from 7pm to closing
What $2 off all drinks for ladies

Thursday Martini Madness
When Thursdays from 4-10pm
What $5 Level One martinis in the lounge

Friday and Saturday Tommy Santelli plays contemporary classics on the guitar
Nightly Happy Hour from 4-7pm half price wells, calls, draft and house wines
More Info or for group bookings call 941.921.3400


 

Mattison's Riverside's Weekly May Events

Tuesday Wine Tastings
What Sample a variety of wines selected by Mattison's sommelier from featured vineyards, varietals, or regions. This is a free event with light appetizers offered with the tasting.
When Every Tuesday from 5pm
Price Free

Wednesday Sushi by the Piece
What
Mattison's Sushi Chef chooses four popular sushi rolls to serve by the piece allowing Mattison's Riverside's dinner guests the opportunity to taste one sushi piece at a time. Pieces are 75 cents each.
When Every Wednesday from 5-7pm
Where in the dockside room located directly on the beautiful Manatee River.
More Info or Group Bookings 941.748.8087

Thursday Girls Night Out
What
half price on calls, wells, drafts, and house wines for ladies
When Every Thursday from 4:30 to close
Where in the Dockside Room

More Info or Group Bookings 941.748.8087


Upcoming Wine and Food Events at Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza

 

Prime Rib Thursdays
What
Enjoy our Thursday's Only Prime Rib dinner with some wonderful live jazz by the amazing Debbie Keeton Jazz Duo
When Every Thursday
Reservations recommended 941.387.2700

 


Turn On and Tune In Chef

 

Where ABC 7 News
When What's For Dinner Every Thursday 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 visit ABC 7's Web site http://www.wwsb.com/

 


The Sarasota Manatee Original's New
Forks and Corks

What Forks and Corks
Mattison's City Grille's Beer Dinner is a five course paired dinner featuring craftly brewed beers from Saranac Beer, New York's oldest brewery, from Chef Paul Mattison's home town of Utica, New York.
When Thursday, June 5 from 7pm
Price $45
More Info 941.330.0440


What Forks and Corks Winemaker Dinner at Mattison's Forty One is a five-course wine paired dinner featuring Coppola and Rubicon
When Thursday, June 5 from 7pm
More Info 941.921.3400

What Forks and Corks Winemaker Dinner at Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza
When Thursday, June 5 from 7pm
More Info 941.387.2700

What Forks and Corks University - Cooking Class with Chef Paul Mattison
Where The University of South Florida Sarasota/Manatee Campus
When Saturday, June 7 at 11:30am
More Info 877.870.DINE

Forks & Corks, showcasing deliciously diverse cuisine from The Sarasota-Manatee Originals, is a new world-class weekend of food & wine inviting participants to dine, drink and delight at vintner dinners, a late night soirée, interactive seminars and The Grand Tasting with food demonstrations, scrumptious samples, live entertainment and charity auction.


 

Savor Sarasota The Sarasota Convention and Visitor's Bureau's Restaurant Week

What Restaurant Week
Where Mattison's Riverside, Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza, Mattison's City Grille, and Mattison's Forty One
When May 27-June 8
Price $15 lunch (Mattison's City Grille and Mattison's Riverside only) and $25 dinner menus
More Info 800.522.9799

The Sarasota Convention and Visitor's Bureau's annual Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week showcases Sarasota's chefs and eateries, including Mattison's, encouraging food and wine lovers to visit some 30 Sarasota restaurants. This is your chance to enjoy a multi-course lunch for $15 per person or dinner for $25

 

Mattison's City  Grille  Savor Sarasota Menu 2008

Lunch
Main Course
Turkey Panini honey roasted turkey, avocado, smoked Gouda, and a  pesto mayonnaise on lightly grilled focaccia
or
Grilled Calamari  Salad with roasted red peppers, Vidalia onions, Spanish paprika, and extra  virgin olive oil
or
Crunchy Grouper Sandwich fresh Florida  grouper, battered and flash fried on an herb roll with Jalapeno tartar  sauce

All with a side of mixed green salad or
french  fries

Dessert
Flourless  Chocolate Espresso Torte with fresh raspberries and crème  anglaise
or
Key Lime Pie Graham cracker crust and a light,  fluffy, delicate Key lime mousse

Dinner
Appetizer
Goat Cheese Bruschetta
marinated tomatoes and pesto goat cheese on grilled  rustic bread with a basil olive oil, and an aged balsamic  drizzle
or
Mattison's House Salad seasonal greens, vine ripe  tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, and Gorgonzola with a balsamic  vinaigrette

Main Course
Grilled  Alaskan Wild Salmon with stewed tomatoes, and a light pesto butter sauce  
or
Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli stuffed with four cheese and  spinach, carmelized onions in a wild mushroom roasted garlic cream  sauce
or
Chicken Florantine pan roasted chicken breast stuffed  with spinach, Asiago cheese, artichokes, and sun dried tomatoes served with  mashed potatoes, house veggies and a sun dried tomato cream sauce

Dessert
Flourless Chocolate Espresso  Torte with fresh raspberries and crème anglaise
or
Key Lime Pie  Graham cracker crust and a light, fluffy, delicate Key lime  mousse

 

Mattison's Riverside Savor Sarasota Menu 2008

Lunch
Appetizer Mattison s House Salad
Entrée Chicken Gumbo or Chicken Salad Croissant
Dessert New York Cheesecake
  
Dinner
Appetizer Duck Spring Roll or Lobster Bisque
Entrée Stuffed Chicken, Chicken Penne Pasta or ½ Pound Alaskan King Crab
Dessert New York Cheesecake

 

Mattison's Forty One Savor Sarasota Menu 2008

Dinner
Appetizer
Mattison's Rocket Salad "Rocket Greens", Toasted Walnut Vinaigrette, Clementines and Fresh Goat Cheese
or
Potato-Leek and Watercress Velouté with Smoked Chicken-Sweet Bell Pepper Compote


Main Course
Fire Roasted Salmon
drizzled with a rosemary infused wildflower honey over five spiced roasted corn & sweet potato salad 
or
House Cured Cider Pork Chop white truffle whipped potatoes, ruby port demi

+$10 for the following

Seared Diver Scallops with potato & bosc pear hash, pumpkin-thyme cream and chive oil
Porcini Dusted New Zealand Rack of Lamb  served over cannelini-roasted tomato stew and wilted baby spinach

Dessert
"PB&J" dark chocolate-macadamia tiles stacked with peanut butter mousse
and moscato soaked strawberries
or
Tahitian Vanilla Bean Crème Brulée  

 

Mattison's Steakhouse at the Plaza Savor Sarasota Menu 2008

Dinner
Appetizer
Seared Tenderloin Medallions 
on a dollop of truffle, goat cheese mashed potatoes, and southwest demi-glace
or
Heirloom Tomatoes with baby garden greens roasted tomato vinaigrette, and a parmesan crisp

Main Course
Fire Grilled Salmon embraced with whole grain mustard glaze, veggie rissoto, and baby arugula 
or
Pan Seared Duck Breast with brandy and orange, peppercorn demi-glace and wild mushroom, parmesan risotto

+$10 for the following

Petite Filet with foie gras truffle butter, grilled asparagus and oven roasted, herbed fingerling potatoes
Miso Glazed Sea Bass with kaffir lime-ginger scented jasmine rice and baby bok choy sauteed in a light sesame oil.


Dessert
Flourless Chocolate Espresso Torte with fresh raspberries and crème anglaise
or
Fresh Berry Sabayon

For more information click here