DanielK Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 I am very excited to announce: A Special Dinner at Thirsty Bernie's in Arlington Join fellow Rockweilers on Tuesday, October 21st at 7pm for a special meal prepared for us by Chef Jamie Stachowski! Here is the tentative menu: Appetizer: Chef's Butcher Board First course: Paninis and Soup Choice of Main, with sides and paired with a beer: Bratwurst, Shnitzel, Goulash with Spaetzel, or Beef on Weck Dessert: Pear Strudel a la mode The cost is just $45, tax and tip included! That's basically $35 plus tax/tip, for 4 courses plus beer!!! Reserve your place in advance by sending me a PM. Payment will be collected at the event, cash or credit. HOWEVER, if you need to cancel, you must do so 48 hours in advance or find someone to take your place. If this spectacular weather holds, we will try to hold the event on the outside patio, Oktoberfest style! Otherwise, we will be inside. Oompah bands optional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walrus Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Ouch -- as much as we love Thirsty Bernie's, there's just not enough time for us to shift things around to make it to dinner Tuesday. Have fun, though! ETA: I'm surprised to not see people lining up for this! Thirsty Bernie's is good food with good people -- sign up with DanielK now for this great event! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted October 16, 2008 Author Share Posted October 16, 2008 I have a handful of PM reservations so far, but we need more to get this event going. Butcher Board! Beer! CHEAP! What are you waiting for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walrus Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 Would it help -- and be possible -- to reschedule this event for closer to the end of this month/beginning of November? Or is this a good time for most people? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edenman Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 Would it help -- and be possible -- to reschedule this event for closer to the end of this month/beginning of November? Or is this a good time for most people? I'm just waiting to find out my bar schedule for next week. If I'm not working, I'm totally in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted October 16, 2008 Author Share Posted October 16, 2008 Would it help -- and be possible -- to reschedule this event for closer to the end of this month/beginning of November? Or is this a good time for most people? Speaking selfishly as the coordinator, I will be back downtown after October, and will not be able to attend weekday events in NoVa. So I'm trying to squeeze this in before the end of the month!!! Jamie is open to whatever date. I was trying NOT to do it the same week as the Vidalia dinner, hence the 10/21 date. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lperry Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 The same trip that will keep us from the picnic will have us away for this one. Have fun and see you at the next one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted October 19, 2008 Author Share Posted October 19, 2008 We have less than 10 people signed up for this. Jamie is still willing to do it, but if we postpone a couple of weeks, will that bring a larger crowd? Any Tues-Thurs night the first two weeks of November should work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaronsinger Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 We have less than 10 people signed up for this. Jamie is still willing to do it, but if we postpone a couple of weeks, will that bring a larger crowd?Any Tues-Thurs night the first two weeks of November should work. Yeah, I would go on a different night, busy this tuesday, though. The first tuesday in November I'm thinking not a good idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edenman Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 We have less than 10 people signed up for this. Jamie is still willing to do it, but if we postpone a couple of weeks, will that bring a larger crowd?Any Tues-Thurs night the first two weeks of November should work. Yea turns out I can't make it, so I'd be in favor of one of those tuesdays in november (would election day be too much?). The 11th would work too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walrus Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 How about a Wednesday? We could do Wednesday, November 5... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agm Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Tuesdays or Thursdays work for us. Mondays and Wednesdays are bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edenman Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Tuesdays or Thursdays work for us. Mondays and Wednesdays are bad. Ditto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted October 20, 2008 Author Share Posted October 20, 2008 Thursday 11/6? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeanMike Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 My liver and wallet would probably be happier in November...any time right now is fine with me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edenman Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Thursday 11/6? Can't do it, got a concert to hit that night (Mountain Goats!). My schedule's pretty ridiculous, though, so feel free to pick this date anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted October 20, 2008 Author Share Posted October 20, 2008 OK, spoke with Jamie, and Thursday November 6th works for him. World Series is over by then, though he doesn't know what the crowd effects of the Post review will be! Same deal and logistics as before - send a PM to be added to the list. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted October 28, 2008 Author Share Posted October 28, 2008 BUMP. Great crowd so far - approaching 20 people. Want to join? Just post here or send me a PM! DanielK +4? ol_ironstomach +1 agm +1 SeanMike goodeats sunsen456 thistle +1 jess3 +1 terp97 Walrus Tripewriter I am very excited to announce:A Special Dinner at Thirsty Bernie's in Arlington Join fellow Rockweilers on Thursday November 6th at 7pm for a special meal prepared for us by Chef Jamie Stachowski! Here is the tentative menu: Appetizer: Chef's Butcher Board First course: Paninis and Soup Choice of Main, with sides and paired with a beer: Bratwurst, Shnitzel, Goulash with Spaetzel, or Beef on Weck Dessert: Pear Strudel a la mode The cost is just $45, tax and tip included! That's basically $35 plus tax/tip, for 4 courses plus beer!!! Reserve your place in advance by sending me a PM. Payment will be collected at the event, cash or credit. HOWEVER, if you need to cancel, you must do so 48 hours in advance or find someone to take your place. If this spectacular weather holds, we will try to hold the event on the outside patio, Oktoberfest style! Otherwise, we will be inside. Oompah bands optional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walrus Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 I thought we'd responded -- we're both in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericandblueboy Posted October 30, 2008 Share Posted October 30, 2008 We might go but can't commit right now. I'm in NYC on the day of and due to be back by 6 p.m. but who knows. We might just show up to watch the Browns game (wife's from OH) even if we can't partake in the special dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
collije Posted October 31, 2008 Share Posted October 31, 2008 Would love to go, but I have tickets for the Improv that night. Enjoy this event guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted November 1, 2008 Author Share Posted November 1, 2008 BUMP...Still time to sign up! We're at 24 and climbing! DanielK +4 ol_ironstomach +1 agm +1 SeanMike goodeats thistle +1 jess3 +1 terp97 Walrus Tripewriter New Foodie +3 rkduggins +1 I am very excited to announce:A Special Dinner at Thirsty Bernie's in Arlington Join fellow Rockweilers on Thursday, November 6th at 7pm for a special meal prepared for us by Chef Jamie Stachowski! Here is the tentative menu: Appetizer: Chef's Butcher Board First course: Paninis and Soup Choice of Main, with sides and paired with a beer: Bratwurst, Shnitzel, Goulash with Spaetzel, or Beef on Weck Dessert: Pear Strudel a la mode The cost is just $45, tax and tip included! That's basically $35 plus tax/tip, for 4 courses plus beer!!! Reserve your place in advance by sending me a PM. Payment will be collected at the event, cash or credit. HOWEVER, if you need to cancel, you must do so 48 hours in advance or find someone to take your place. If this spectacular weather holds, we will try to hold the event on the outside patio, Oktoberfest style! Otherwise, we will be inside. Oompah bands optional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ericandblueboy Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 We're in. My trip to NYC has been rescheduled and my wife is going to cheer on her Browns. Oh, I'm thinking about getting the goulash. Is it good? Spicy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lperry Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 We have a previous engagement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielK Posted November 5, 2008 Author Share Posted November 5, 2008 Two days until the event, so I am closing the attendee list. Any last minute cancellations or additions, please send PM. What a great crowd! DanielK +4 ol_ironstomach +1 agm +1 SeanMike goodeats thistle +1 jess3 +1 terp97 Walrus Tripewriter New Foodie +3 rkduggins +1 Ericandblueboy +1 I am very excited to announce:A Special Dinner at Thirsty Bernie's in Arlington Join fellow Rockweilers on Thursday, November 6th at 7pm for a special meal prepared for us by Chef Jamie Stachowski! Here is the tentative menu: Appetizer: Chef's Butcher Board First course: Paninis and Soup Choice of Main, with sides and paired with a beer: Bratwurst, Shnitzel, Goulash with Spaetzel, or Beef on Weck Dessert: Pear Strudel a la mode The cost is just $45, tax and tip included! That's basically $35 plus tax/tip, for 4 courses plus beer!!! Reserve your place in advance by sending me a PM. Payment will be collected at the event, cash or credit. HOWEVER, if you need to cancel, you must do so 48 hours in advance or find someone to take your place. If this spectacular weather holds, we will try to hold the event on the outside patio, Oktoberfest style! Otherwise, we will be inside. Oompah bands optional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonRocks Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 May I assume everyone is stuffed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flygirl Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 Thoroughly stuffed! Great food, good company. A nice coinkydink to run into Anne and Craig! I want to thank the person wearing the Browns jersey for asking that the game be showed - it was quite a treat to see Brady Quinn (who I had never heard of before the game). hubba hubba. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walrus Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 We are very, very full Lovely to see you all! It was great to reconnect with you, too, Flygirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agm Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 Butcher's Board: Sorry, I missed the soup & panini. Bratwurst: Schnitzel: Goulash: Strudel: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thistle Posted November 7, 2008 Share Posted November 7, 2008 Well, I may not be eating again for a day or two-everything was scrumptious! Thank you, Daniel K. for orchestrating this outing & Chef Jamie for setting out a spread that had everyone in my family happy & stuffed by the end of the evening. Yes, I was the one who brought the kids-once my teenage son (who was going to babysit his sister) heard me talking about the menu, he decided he'd get a better deal, if he went along. Lizzy had the mild wings, which she loved, & said they had a spicy 'afterkick', Tom had the chicken noodle soup & panini, & poached off his parents' plates, & they shared a cone of fries ( I couldn't resist snagging a couple-OMG, so good!). His favorites were the charcuterie & the chicken noodle soup, which were also the highlights of the dinner for me, too. Not that everything else wasn't wonderful, but by the time my veal schnitzel arrived, I was pleasantly stuffed & had to take half of it home. Josh & Tom also both loved the untraditional goulash & polished it off. The pear strudel was the perfect ending, not too sweet (which I like) & cinnamon scented, I let the kids hoover the ice cream, while I took the huge berries (were they tayberries?). Our waiter did a super job, keeping the drinks topped off, & letting us order off the menu for the kids. The place was packed, but service certainly didn't suffer. It was nice to see some familiar faces from past picnics, although I still can't connect names w/ faces, only onscreen handles. I think this is the first organized DR dinner we've been to (aside from the picnics), although we've had great meals at restaurants we wouldn't have discovered, if it weren't for this group (I'm thinking of a memorable anniversary dinner at Ray's). Thank you all...Linda/Thistle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodeats Posted November 8, 2008 Share Posted November 8, 2008 5 baskets of bread 4 courses (with the panini = really soft-buttered grilled tomato & cheese dipped in Chicken Noodle Soup) 3 rounds of beer consumed by some 2 separate tables ALL containing wonderful people Thanks to a wonderful crew servicing, DanielK for setting up, DonRocks visiting, and Chef Jamie saying "hello." 1 Chef Jamie mishearing Ericandblueboy's name as "Ericandblueballs" = Priceless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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