Restaurant News

It's Turkey Trot Time!

5 November 2011 -  Unless you are the one cooking dinner for the whole family, you have absolutely no excuse...

We know how Thanksgiving Dinner is - everyone wanders around, bugging the cook, grabbing little bites of ingredients while they think they aren't being seen (as if!).  We have a better way for you to spend your time - and maybe even bring home the bacon! (or the pie?)

Here's the story on our Turkey Trot...

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An Occasion for Wine

15 August 2011 - You must have a calendar full of things to do in the fall - it seems we all do.  We think we have something that might deserve a spot on your schedule, maybe even two spots!

For the last couple of years we have partnered up with Williamsburg's unbelievable showcase for artists, An Occasion for the Arts, to offer a tasting of a couple hundred wines and unlimited Lunch Buffet during the day long Art Show.  This year is no exception.  If you don't know how cool AOFTA is, this is your chance to find out - and not go hungry.  Likewise, if you are already a fan, you know how much you need a chance to step into a relaxed, fun tent filled with 200+ wines and all the food you can eat - art shopping can build up a mean appetite!

Now that An Occasion for the Arts is officially a two day Art Show, we are excited to have The Trellis take on Saturday's refreshment duties as they host

AN OCCASION FOR BEER!

Join local breweries and importers to try scores of great beers and, of course, the food that goes with them!  You will have a great opportunity to sample every kind of beer, from the freshest pilsner to the richest stout.  Find out what all the "microbrew" fuss is about or just enjoy tasting your way through on a beautiful Fall weekend.

You can get tickets for these events right here on our website and at The Trellis website.  Come to one or the other - or both! (Save a few bucks on a combo ticket!)  

UPDATE 10/1/11:  ONLINE SALES ARE OVER!  YOU CAN GET YOUR TICKET AT THE DOOR - WHILE THEY LAST!

Spirit Seminars Sell Out!

11 August 2011 -  Ask anyone who has attended one of our 60 minute "crash courses" in fine booze and they will tell you, there's no better way to learn about something than by doing - or in this case, tasting - it.  Our classes have featured presentations by informed professionals and samples of more than half  a dozen examples that help you understand the nuances of the subject at hand.

Whether it is Bourbon, Rum, Madeira, Scotch, Tequila or, coming in September, the up and coming wines of Greece, every month offers a new chance to spend just one hour becoming a little bit more informed on another tasty part of our world.  August's Tequila Seminar was a huge hit, with participants discovering the incredible differences in styles of Tequila, from entry level blends to estate bottled, barrel aged beauties.

In a time when we are all sick of being duped into attending a sales pitch, it is nice to be able to spend a fun hour expanding our experiences and not feel compelled to buy anything when it is all over.  (Not that we're not willing to provide that opportunity if you're interested, of course!)

So, whether you can attend our September seminar or not, keep in mind that one hour on a Wednesday evening can be time extremely well - and tastily - spent.

Movies on Prince George Street!

13 May 2011 -  We're bringing them back - for the fifth year in a row!  FREE MOVIES - all summer long.  We provide the films, providence has provided you with the most charming downtown neighborhood in America, and our sponsors will provide the Cotton Candy!

Here's what's coming this year*

• 6/12 - Iron Man 2
• 6/19 - How to Train Your Dragon
• 6/26 - True Grit
• 7/3 - Back to the Future
• 7/10 - Despicable Me
• 7/17 - Some Like It Hot
• 7/24 - Megamind
• 7/31 - Goonies
• 8/7 - Cool Hand Luke
• 8/14 - Karate Kid
• 8/21 - Toy Story 3
• 8/28 - Indiana Jones & Last Crusade
• 9/4 - Sherlock Holmes

Our generous sponsors will be out on the street every week to meet you and offer free Cotton Candy to kids!  Please say hello and thank them for their participation in this great community effort!

Colonial Williamsburg's Merchant Square, William & Mary Bookstore, The Peanut Shop, Computer Concepts, Compass Wealth Management, The Smithfield Ham Shop, William & Mary Dining Services, Middle Peninsula Insurance, the City of Williamsburg and more!

The Full Measure of Happiness...

15 December 2010 - Here's the perfect way to shake off the winter "blahs" - spend the next few days eagerly looking forward to the outstanding meal you are about to enjoy on Saturday night!  We have just a few tickets left, so see the Great Truffle Menu 2011 to see what you don't want to miss