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Question: Do you want to have an organized buffet or an ad hoc dinner  (Voting closed: April 15, 2010, 12:21:10 PM)
Yes, the buffet is the way to go. - 17 (77.3%)
No, let me order my own dinner when I want and how I want - 5 (22.7%)
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« on: April 05, 2010, 12:21:10 PM »
I spoke with John at the Quality Inn (fka Brier Inn) and they can do a dinner buffet the evening of Tuesday June 15th at 7PM.  I have posted the menu choices below.

The price (including tax and tip) is $19.30 per person.  In addition, we would have to pay a one-time $100 room set up fee.  I want to get a feel of whether the group would like to do an official buffet or just order dinner that evening ad hoc.  For me, I believe it's better to do a buffet so that we can have the banquet hall all to ourselves that evening.  The biggest downsides of the banquet is 1)  coordination of collecting money up front and 2)  handling people who back out.

Well, here are my thoughts.

1)  We can use my PayPal account to collect the funds up front for the $19.30 per person.  I'll need to increase the amount slightly to cover the fees taken out by PayPal*.  Regarding the $100 room fee, I don't mind paying for that and using the honor system that you good folks will reimbursement that evening (June 15th).  

2)  In the past, there was an official thread designed for folks who couldn't attend at the last minute and they sold / traded their dinners.

I have set up this poll to run for 10 days.  The voter can change his or her vote up to the expiration of the poll.  



*  UPDATE:  Pay Pal's fee is 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction.  Therefore, the total cost would be $20.63 per person.
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« Reply #1 on: April 05, 2010, 12:22:30 PM »
Dinner Buffet Menu

ENTRÉE

(Choice of Two)

Broiled Flounder ~ Grilled Salmon with Dill Cream Sauce
Shrimp Provencale ~ Baked Half Chicken ~ Marinated Pork Loin
Chicken Breast Served; Marsala, Francese or Piccata
Beef Bourguignon ~ Meat or Vegetable Lasagna
Pasta Primavera ~ Fettuccine Alfredo ~ Eggplant Parmesan

POTATOES

(Choice of Two)

Roasted Red Potatoes ~ Garlic Mashed ~ Dauphinoise
Baby Butter Potatoes ~ Whipped Sweet Potatoes
Rosemary Rice Pilaf

VEGETABLES

(Choice of One)

Green Bean Almandine ~ Glazed Carrots ~ Steamed Broccoli
Sautéed Whole Mushrooms ~ Vegetable Medley

SALAD

(Choice of Two)

Garden ~ Caesar ~ Greek ~Pasta

DESSERTS

(Choice of Two)

Cheesecake ~ Key Lime ~ Chocolate Cake ~ Assorted Brownies
Fruit Salad ~ Chocolate Mousse

BEVERAGES

Coffee ~ Iced Tea ~ Sodas
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« Reply #2 on: April 05, 2010, 12:55:33 PM »
Buffet.
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« Reply #3 on: April 05, 2010, 01:29:20 PM »
I highlighted the menu choices I discussed with John.  These choices would provide for the most diverse picks for the folks attending while falling under the category of being liked by most.  

Would I rather have a fish option, sure.  But, most people like chicken or beef.  
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« Reply #4 on: April 05, 2010, 01:34:31 PM »
Ad hoc, easier and everyone gets to choose what they want
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« Reply #5 on: April 05, 2010, 01:35:40 PM »
Key lime chocolate cheesecake, is one dessert.
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« Reply #6 on: April 05, 2010, 01:41:06 PM »
Quote from: maddjack on April 05, 2010, 01:34:31 PM

Ad hoc, easier and everyone gets to choose what they want


True, but we will not have the restaurant guaranteed to ourselves.

Quote from: Cookie1960 on April 05, 2010, 01:35:40 PM

Key lime chocolate cheesecake, is one dessert.


No no silly... the choice is the choice of either cheesecake, Key Lime Pie, Chocolate Cake, etc...
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« Reply #7 on: April 05, 2010, 01:44:14 PM »
But is that a big deal? We filter in at the same time we more or less have the place.is it worth the money just to reserve a room when we will be socializing all evening outside?
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« Reply #8 on: April 05, 2010, 01:45:01 PM »
Quote from: R Doug on April 05, 2010, 01:41:06 PM


No no silly... the choice is the choice of either cheesecake, Key Lime Pie, Chocolate Cake, etc...


I think he's saying that SHOULD be one option because he likes them ALL!  Lol
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« Reply #9 on: April 05, 2010, 01:46:32 PM »
Quote from: Cookie1960 on April 05, 2010, 01:35:40 PM

Key lime chocolate cheesecake, is one dessert.


Do you see any commas in there?

That is ONE dessert!

Maybe this will help,

Chocolate keylime cheesecake.

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« Reply #10 on: April 06, 2010, 04:05:40 PM »
I voted for individual meals.  It's easier to organize and cheaper.
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« Reply #11 on: April 06, 2010, 08:03:19 PM »
I voted for the buffet. It just seems like more of an event that way.
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« Reply #12 on: April 06, 2010, 08:27:35 PM »
I voted ad hoc, that way no ones feelings get hurt, or guarantees have to be made.
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« Reply #13 on: April 07, 2010, 03:25:08 AM »
I vote for what's cheapest. Plain and simple. This is a big event just to get to.
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« Reply #14 on: April 08, 2010, 04:04:11 AM »
Quote from: Cookie1960 on April 07, 2010, 03:25:08 AM

I vote for what's cheapest. Plain and simple. This is a big event just to get to.


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If I am able to make it... it will be because work is very slow.. economy will be a HUGE player for me.... is there a McD's close ??  They have a dollar menu.  Bigsmile
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« Reply #15 on: April 08, 2010, 06:08:29 AM »
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If I am able to make it... it will be because work is very slow.. economy will be a HUGE player for me.... is there a McD's close ??  They have a dollar menu.  Bigsmile
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« Reply #16 on: April 10, 2010, 06:26:07 PM »
Either meal plan is fine with me.

I just scheduled vacation and plan on attending.  Reservations are next.

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« Reply #17 on: April 11, 2010, 06:14:46 AM »
We could always rent the room and order Al la cart  Wink
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« Reply #18 on: April 13, 2010, 11:33:55 AM »
Do they have a cart?
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« Reply #19 on: April 13, 2010, 12:28:37 PM »
Quote from: falconati on April 13, 2010, 11:33:55 AM

Do they have a cart?


It's Al La's cart. You can't go near it.
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« Reply #20 on: April 13, 2010, 03:05:03 PM »
Quote from: JustCallMeChris on April 13, 2010, 12:28:37 PM



It's Al La's cart. You can't go near it.


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« Reply #21 on: May 07, 2010, 04:26:43 AM »
The buffet is set up gang.  

Please send your payment to the Paypal account by June 5, 2010 or no group dinner for you.

More details can be found on the official thread:  

http://www.sport-touring.net/forums/index.php/topic,52501.0.html
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