For some days now I find myself blocked about what to write for the first blog post of the new year. When I put pen to paper there is nothing. So, instead, I’ll backtrack to New Year’s Eve and write about our celebration at the Chophouse.
On the eve of a the new year, with a warm welcome “hello”, our guests were escorted to their table by Kate, our hostess, and a special menu selection for New Year’s Eve was presented. For many guests their evening began with glass of wine or cocktail made by bartenders, Ed and Sherry. Soft music and a glowing fireplace set the mood. Next, with a “gracious good evening” and a smile, guests were greeted by one of four servers, Larissa, Chris, Brittney or Angela. These lovely woman would have taken on the task of making their dining experience memorable. The tables were kept neat and water glasses filled by either Jason or Kim. In the kitchen Chef Dave Edukaitis and staff, Major, Jerry, Mike, and Rob served up the best Holiday fare the Chophouse ever experienced.
In the Manor bar at 9:00pm our DJ, Jack Martin, began “puttin on the hits”. The music along with a great display of lighting had dinner and hotel guests up on their feet. So festive was the atmoshere that our previously mentioned bartender Ed, a retired Broadway performer, put on his tap dancing shoes and amazed all in attendance. Ed couldn’t speak for 20 minutes afterward, but he enjoyed dusting off the old “shoes”.
It was great way to start the New Year, a year with all the makings of a record breaker here at Woodfield Manor and Chophouse Restaurant. “Happy New Year” to all.