Holiday Events – December 2016 2016 Update... · 3 Holiday Events – December 2016 Reservations for all Holiday Events, including our Holiday Gala Dinners, will open on Monday,

The UpdateA MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR MEMBERS OF THE ATHENAEUM ■ THE CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

AUGUST 2016The Athenaeum

ReseRvations

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner anD

speciaL events athenaeum.caltech.edu

(626) 395-8282

hoteL rooms

(626) 395-8200

551 South Hill AvenuePasadena, CA 91106

Monday night dinneR

Closed Through Monday, Sept. 26

Dining on Monday evenings will be closed for the

summer. Alternative dinner service will be available at the

Rath Al Fresco or the Hayman

Lounge.

LaboR day The Athenaeum will be closed for breakfast, lunch, and dinner on

Monday, Sept. 5, 2016 in observance of the Labor Day

holiday. Continental breakfast will be

offered to our hotel guests only, as all

dining outlets will be closed for the day.

Wine & Spirits Tasting American WhiskeyJoin us for an exclusive tasting featuring an intriguing selection

of American whiskies. Tasting will be led by a Master Distiller and will include several tasting samples. Learn the distinction between varietals from aromas, flavoring, maturity, taste, and texture in this casual reception style setting. FRIDAY, AUGUST 56:30 p.m.$40.00 per person

Family Night

Luau Night featuring Hawaiian Barbecue

Our last Family Night of the summer! Luau Night has become an Athenaeum favorite and draws a large crowd. We welcome a children’s hula troop to entertain guests with dances from around the Hawaiian Islands. Show starts at 7:00 p.m. and will include a hula lesson for children. Come dressed to theme to enjoy this special island night! (Please see menu on page 5.)MONDAY, AUGUST 155:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. seating every half hour7:00 p.m. Children’s activities begin$27.50 for Adults / $13.75 for children 4-11 yrs.complimentary for children 3 yrs. and under

Seafood & Crab Crack Join us for an incredible, one-of-a-kind seafood dinner to conclude the final days of summer. We will have the freshest selection at our seafood event buffet, carving station, and sushi bar. (Please see menu on page 5.) FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Seating every half hour from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. $69.00 for adults / $30.00 for children 4-11 yrs. complimentary for children 3 yrs. and under

Chef’s Cooking Class Indian CuisineExotic, colorful and aromatic Indian cuisine

awaits as Chef Isacsson prepares dishes from that faraway land. You will leave the class with all you need to know to impress your family and friends, and a recipe booklet for those dishes just in case! Chef ’s Cooking Classes provide informative, professional techniques and cooking insights. Please wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes; hair should be tied back. (Please see menu on page 4.)SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1010:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

$88.00 per person

International NightsInternational Nights are the perfect way to explore the culinary world without

leaving town. Join us for these special meals. International prix-fixe dinners available in addition to á la carte dinner. (Please see menus on website.)TUESDAY, September 13 – BarcelonaTUESDAY, September 27 – BavariaSeating from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm$35.00 per person

8th Annual Beer Festival Reception As the summer months fade into

fall, it’s time for Oktoberfest. 2016 marks our 8th Annual Beer Festival event. Join us as we sample a variety of the finest brews at this seasonal reception. Reception includes a variety of gourmet hors d’oeuvres and multiple beer tasting samples. (Please see menu on website.)

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 6:30 p.m. $59.00 per person

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Employee of the MonthJune 2016

Matthew Sanchez

Matthew Sanchez is The Athenaeum’s Employee of the Month for June. Matt has been working at The Athenaeum for four and a half years, starting as a server in the Dining Room. Matt then made the move to our Purchasing Department where he makes sure we have all the goods and supplies to keep us in top shape.

While Matt has been working full time with us, he has also been going to school full time for over 2 years. He just finished two Associates degrees at PCC and will be transferring to USC to major in Chemistry. Matt’s goal is to attend pharmacy school, finish in four years and start his career as a Pharmacist.

Matt enjoys hiking with friends almost every weekend in the San Gabriel Mountains including Echo Mountain and Inspiration Point.

Matt is also an avid all-weather “barbecuer” and enjoys entertaining his friends and family all year round.

Congratulations, Matt, on a job a well done!

Rath al Fresco – a summer traditionI believe that Saturdays at

the Rath al Fresco will soon be a family tradition during the summer. July 9th was the first Saturday the Rath al Fresco was open. Attendance was at approximately 200, a good showing for the Saturday premiere. The al Fresco will be open all Saturdays in August. Let us do the barbecuing for you during the summer months, book your summer get-togethers at the al Fresco; sit back and enjoy your glass of wine or your beverage of choice!

The wall is broken! July 9 was a marker of sorts as the construction crew began chipping away at the wall that will connect the new kitchen to the old. The photos to the right demonstrate the work that has been completed so far. The roof has been installed providing some shade and sun relief for some of those working hard under the heat of the sun. There is still a lot of work to do but progress has been steady. The “simple” addition has brought its own set of challenges but the Minardos Group (http://minardosgroup.build/) has been very proactive in assisting to mitigate and alleviate these incidents.

I look forward to seeing you all at the Rath al Fresco on a Saturday evening. I will drop by your table when you are next at the club.

Marisu JimenezGeneral Manager

(Marisu’s Message Corner)

Members are encouraged to mail checks to pay any outstanding balances directly to the following address:

“California Institute of Technology, File 749058, Los Angeles CA 90074-9058.” Mailing the check directly

to the Athenaeum address or dropping it off at the Front Desk delays the process of applying check payments

to member accounts. If you have any questions regarding your member statement and charges, please contact

Meeta Bindra at 626-395-8267 or Rosa Alcantar at 626-395-8269.

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Holiday Events – December 2016 Reservations for all Holiday Events, including our Holiday Gala Dinners, will open on Monday, September 12 at 9:00 a.m. We encourage you to book your reservations online, as a high volume of calls come in when reservations open. For assistance logging on to your account and accessing the dining module on the website, we strongly recommend that you call the Front Desk prior to September 12.

The Holiday Gala Dinners (December 8, 9, & 10) are the most popular events of the month. There is no evening more festive than the Gala Dinners at The Athenaeum. The evening begins with a sumptuous display of hors d’oeuvres while you listen to traditional Christmas carols sung by the Caltech Chamber Singers. They perform again after a three-course dinner following the reception. Formal attire is required.

Please note that seating is banquet-style with tables of ten. This signifies that all tables of ten will be seated to capacity. If you are a party of eight or less, you will be seated with other small parties. Our program is very energetic so table camaraderie comes easily. Reservations are guaranteed 30 days prior to the event date via confirmation letter.

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Á la carte Dinner Service

Closed

Prix Fixe Menu available in MDR

Prime Rib Buffet Prix Fixe Menu available in MDR

Wine & Spirits Tasting – American

Whiskey


Rath al Fresco Open!


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Family Night – Luau


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CHEF’S COOKING CLASS INDIA

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1010:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Registration at 10:00 a.m., Class starts promptly at 10:15 a.m.

$88.00 per person

SambarSamosas with Tamarind and Cilantro Chutney

Chole MasalaChicken Tikka Masala

Spiced Basmati Rice with RaitaGulab JamunMango Lassi

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Chef ’s Cooking Classes provide informative, professional techniques and cooking insights followed by a class luncheon, with instructional recipe booklets to take

home. Please wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes; hair should be tied back.

Chicken Lemongrass Curry

Serves four

3 Tbsps vegetable oil2 garlic cloves (chopped fine)1 ¼ lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut in smaller pieces)3 Tbsps fish sauce4 oz chicken stock1 tsp granulated sugar1 lemongrass stalk (cut into small pieces)5 kaffir lime leaves (chiffonade)4 Tbsps chopped fresh peanuts2 Tbsps chopped fresh cilantro

For the Curry Paste1 lemongrass stalk (chopped)1 piece fresh ginger (chopped)2 kaffir lime leaves (chopped)

substitute 1 Tablespoon lime zest3 shallots (chopped)3 Tbsps cilantro (chopped)2 garlic cloves (chopped)2 green chiles (seeded)1 tsp tumeric

1. To make the curry paste – place all of the ingredients in a food processor or blender and process into a smooth paste.

2. Heat the oil in a large pan, add the garlic and cook over low heat until golden. Add the curry paste and stir fry with the garlic for 30 seconds more.

3. Add the chicken pieces to the pan and stir until all is thoroughly coated with the paste. Stir in the fish sauce and chicken stock with the sugar and cook 2 minutes more.

4. Add the lemongrass and lime kaffir leaves, reduce the heat and simmer for 10 more minutes. Add more stock if mixture becomes too dry.

5. Remove the lemongrass and spoon into dishes. Garnish with additional peanuts, kaffir lime leaf and cilantro. You may also serve with steamed jasmine rice.

Chef’s Cooking Corner

June & July New MembersMr. Noriaki AraiProf. Paul AsimowMr. Paul BalogaMr. Ryan BayfieldProf. Asantha CoorayMrs. Chitralekha DasguptaMr. Andre de Castro da SilvaDr. Mario EnriqueDr. Daniel EricksonMrs. Jen FoxMr. Marc GoettelMr. Michael GoreDr. Sarath GunapalaMr. Florian HofmannMr. Daniel HurleyMr. Phillip Jahelka

Mr. Peter JonesDr. Petros KoumoutsakosMr. K. Brian LoMr. James LodmanMs. Monica MartinDr. Jonathan MihalyMr. John OddenMr. Alexander PlaceMr. Rex RidenoureDr. Luke RobertsMr. Xiaozhou RuanDr. Tanya SchlusserMr. Juan Andres SilvaMs. Margo SteurbautMs. Sara TompsonDr. Alexander UrbanMs. Hannah YiMs. Wei Zhang

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Family Night

Luau BarbecueMONDAY, AUGUST 15

Seating 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.$27.50 for adults / $13.75 for children 4-11 yrs.

Complimentary for children 3 yrs. and under

EntreesKalua Pork

Macadamia Mahi MahiGrilled Teriyaki Chicken with Ginger sauce

Aloha Sweet Potatoes Big Island Fried RiceLomi Lomi Salmon

SaladsSesame Cabbage Salad

Macaroni SaladSpinach Strawberry Salad

Tropical Fruit DisplayBanana Bread

Hawaiian Bread

DessertsCoconut Sorbet

Lillikoi Ice CreamHawaiian Banana Pie

Chocolate Macadamia CakeHaupia

Mango Cheesecake

Kids MenuCorn Dogs

Mini HamburgersMacaroni and Cheese

Curly Fries

Seafood & Crab Crack

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Seating every half hour $69.00 Adult / $30.00 Children 4 to 11 yearscomplimentary for children 3 years and under

Seafood Cocktail Squid, octopus, shrimp, bay scallops

Corn and Oyster Chowder

Oysters on the Half Shell

Oak Roasted Salmon

Tuna Poke

Scallop Aguachile

Sushi and Sashimi

Mixed Summer Green Salad

Watermelon and Arugula Salad with pepitas, feta, red onions

Fresh Summer Fruits Display

Curried Mussel Salad with Wakame

Cedar Plank Salmon with Maple Mustard Glaze

Beer Battered Cod

Clams Casino

Curried Mussel Salad with Wakame

Seafood Stuffed Piquillo Peppers

Bacon Wrapped Sea Bass with Mascarpone Polenta

Grilled Swordfish with Spinach and Charmoula

Petrale Sole Wrapped Prawns

Spicy Garlic Lemon Shrimp

Steamed King Crab legs

Maryland Style Crabcakes with Remoulade

Seared Scallops and Lobster Vol au Vent

Red Skin Potatoes

Corn on the Cob

Key Lime Mousse Mango, guava, banana ice cream

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SEAFOOD & CRAB

CRACK FRIDAY

SEPTEMBER 9

CHEF’S COOKING CLASS

Indian Cuisine SATURDAY

SEPTEMBER 10

INTERNATIONAL NIGHT Barcelona

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 13

8TH ANNUAL BEER FESTIVAL

RECEPTION FRIDAY,

SEPTEMBER 16

INTERNATIONAL NIGHT Bavaria

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27

Coming in September

551 South Hill Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91106http://athenaeum.caltech.edu

Dining Room ScheduleBreakfast

Monday to Friday – 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

LunchMonday to Friday – 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

DinnerMonday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Prime Rib BuffetEvery Wednesday Evening

5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.(Non-beef options are always available)

Hayman LoungeBar Service

Monday to Thursday: 4:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Food Service

Monday to Wednesday: 5:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.Thursday & Friday: Food service available

until 9:00 p.m.

Rath al FrescoBar Service:

Monday – Saturday: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.Food Service:

Monday – Thursday: 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Friday & Saturday:

Food service available until 9:00 p.m.

Chair, Board of GovernorsGARY LORDEN, Ph.D.Phone: (626) 395-4349Email: [email protected]

Chair, House CommitteePETER DERVAN, Ph.D.Phone: (626) 395-6002Email: [email protected]

General ManagerMARISU JIMENEZ, CCMPhone: (626) 395-8260Email: [email protected]

Executive ChefKEVIN ISACSSON, CECPhone: (626) 395-8293Email: [email protected]

Finance DirectorMEETA BINDRA, CPAPhone: (626)395-8267Email: [email protected]

Director, Food & BeverageJERRY RODRIGUEZPhone: (626) 395-8261Email: [email protected]

Manager, BanquetsDEXTER JEREMIAHPhone: (626) 395-8205Email: [email protected]

Director, Club Events & Special ProjectsVICTORIA HIDALGO, CPCEPhone: (626) 395-8264Email: [email protected]

Manager, Private & Club EventsKATHY WINTERROWDPhone: (626) 395-8206Email: [email protected]

Manager, Private & Club EventsBONNIE WEILERPhone: (626) 395-8263Email: [email protected]

Director, Hotel Operations & MembershipMARGARET McVEY THOMASPhone: (626) 395-8271Email: margaret. [email protected]

Membership & Guest Relations CoordinatorLAURA DENENHOLZPhone: (626) 395-8266Email: laura. [email protected]

Lunch and Dinner Reservations,Special Events Reservations(626) 395-8282

Front Desk & Guest Room ReservationsPhone: (626) 395-8200Fax: (626) 795-0869

Athenaeum Administration and Staff

The Athenaeum

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Holiday Events – December 2016 2016 Update... · 3 Holiday Events – December 2016 Reservations for all Holiday Events, including our Holiday Gala Dinners, will open on Monday,