A MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR MEMBERS OF THE ATHENAEUM n THE CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

september 2012

Reservations

Breakfast, Lunch,

Dinner and Special Events

http://athenaeum.caltech.edu

Hotel Rooms(626) 395-8200

551 South Hill AvenuePasadena, CA 91106

A Platinum Club of America

LABOR DAY

The Athenaeum will be closed on

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

Complimentary continental breakfast will be available for

hotel guests. All dining outlets will be closed

for the day.

Oktoberfest Beer DinnerThe flavors of Oktoberfest make their way to Pasadena for an authentic evening of German

favorites and specialty brews. Join us for a reception and dinner with beer pairings. Wine will be available for non-beer drinkers. See menu on page 5.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 286:30 p.m. Reception / 7:00 p.m. Dinner $60.00 per person

International Nights International Nights are the perfect way to explore the culinary world without leaving town. Join us for these special dining experiences.

International prix-fixe dinners are available in addition to à la carte dinner. See menus on page 5.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 – PyreneesTUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 – Milan5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. seating every half hour $25.00 per person

Seafood & Crab CrackThere’s nothing better than a seafood dinner to conclude the final days of summer. We’ve got the freshest selection at our seafood event- buffet, carving station, and sushi bar.

See menu on page 5.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 145:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. seating every half hour$55.00 per person

Chef's Cooking Class: SushiChef Kevin welcomes participants back into the kitchen for some hands-on instruction on how to

perfect hand-rolled sushi! Learn a variety of techniques with varying ingredients. Class is followed by a luncheon. See menu on page 5.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2210:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. Registration 10:15 a.m. Class (begins promptly) $80.00 per person

HOLIDAY SEASON 2012Reservations open on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 for online reservations or by calling (626) 395-8282.

Children’s Tea & Tree TrimmingSaturday, December 19:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. / $26.00 per personA special occasion for children, full of activities, seasonal fun, and a visit with Santa.

Holiday Afternoon TeaMondays & Tuesdays, December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 183:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. / $31.00 per personMake a date for this beloved traditional tea party, complete with petite sandwiches & champagne.

Holiday Breakfast BuffetTuesdays, December 4, 11 & 187:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. seating every half hour‘Tis the season to start the morning right with a little holiday cheer & festive breakfast.

Holiday BrunchSunday, December 99:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. seating every half hour / adults $45.00 & children $22.00This grand holiday feast is to be shared with family and friends.

Holiday Gala Dinner & ProgramThursday, December 13 / $85.00 per personFriday & Saturday, December 14 & 15 / $95.00 per person (includes dancing)6:30 p.m. Reception / 7:00 p.m. Dinner / 8:45 p.m. ProgramEnjoy a wine reception, being entertained by the Caltech Chamber Singers and feasting on a three-course dinner.

Holiday BuffetWednesday, Thursday & Friday, December 19, 20 & 21 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. seating every half houradults $40.00 / kids $20.00, after December 16 $43.00

Deck the halls and fill your plates for it’s the most spectacular buffet of the year.

Complimentary EggnogThursday, December 20 / Friday, December 2111:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Homemade eggnog waits to greet guests prior to their luncheon reservations.

Holiday SconesAvailable all month / Order a day in advanceThe heartfelt sentiment of the season can be shared with a box of our homemade assortment of scones.

Athenaeum Gift CertificatesGive the gift of an Athenaeum experience to your friends, family & colleagues. Purchase a gift certificate for one of these events or with a customize certificate. Call (626) 395-8200.

Employee of the MonthJuly 2012

RUBEN DONAN(Marisu’s Message Corner)

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Marisu JimenezGeneral Manager

Dress GuiDelines for Dinner service

Recommended attire for evening dining in the Main Dining Room and Club Special Events:

A coat and tie are always appropriate, but at all times men are asked to wear a collared

shirt with dress slacks.

Women are asked to wear a dress, dressy skirt or pants with a blouse/shirt, or a suit.

Sandals and flip-flops are not allowed. Shoes should be clean and appropriate for the occasion.

Throughout The Athenaeum shoes and shirts are required.

Dining Hours of OperationMonday Nights: Main Dining Room Closed

The Main Dining Room will be closed every Monday night for a la carte dinner service

until MONDAY, OCTOBER 1.

As an alternative, Monday night dinner will be available at the Rath Al Fresco and Hayman Lounge are available for service.

Family Night BBQ– Jr. Chefs' Night

Ruben Donan is a student at the Los Angeles Mission College studying culinary arts. Ruben is an avid student and excels in the classroom amongst his peers, so much so that his professor personally introduced him to The Athenaeum’s executive sous chef for additional kitchen experience. Ruben has been a true benefit to the Athenaeum kitchen since he started in the summer of 2010. He has taken on many roles along the kitchen line but is most recognized preparing orders and greeting members at our Rath Al Fresco dinner service during the summertime. Over the last two years, Ruben has seen the Rath Al Fresco grow in popularity and Ruben has played an interregnal part in keeping it running smoothly and keeping members coming back each evening.

Time away from The Athenaeum and school is often spent with co-workers and friends, venturing out in L.A. to get a taste of popular restaurants, seeing concerts at the Staple Center, window shopping at the 3rd Street Promenade, or seeing a new exhibit at the National History Museum. A favorite destination is the French Café in Burbank for their delicious Nutella crepes. Or as an annual pass holder, “the happiest place on earth” is a frequent weekend spot for fun and feasting at both Disneyland parks.

Congratulations Ruben!

It’s hard to believe that summer has just about come to an end. For many, that means squeezing in that last minute getaway, preparing the family for "back to school", or patiently waiting for the recently hot weather to start to cool. Summer at The Athenaeum has been filled with members and guests escaping the heat to get a taste of our

seasonal summer menus, having a relaxing family dinner at one of the many Family Night BBQs, or enjoying the ambiance at our Rath Al Fresco. September marks our last full month to take advantage of the summer sensation, Rath Al Fresco. Join us Monday through Friday for the great fare and refreshing drinks that define this time of year. In October, we look forward to the reopening of our Rathskeller as a sign of the change in seasons.

Upon our return from the Labor Day holiday, members are able to get a jump start on their holiday planning. All of The Athenaeum’s holiday events will be made available online for advance reservations. These events are very popular and traditionally sell out early. So, mark your calendar for Tuesday, September 4th to secure your spot at a Holiday Afternoon Tea, Gala Dinner, or Children’s Tea & Tree Trimming to only name a few.

This month, the ever-popular Chef’s Cooking Classes resume with Chef Kevin rolling all types of colorful and tempting sushi. We welcome back our International Nights on Tuesday, September 11th with Iberian–themed cuisine of the Pyrenees. And on Tuesday, September 25th with Italian favorites from Milan. For seafood lovers, we bring you our 2nd annual Seafood & Crab Crack – a true feast of the ocean’s finest catch! Finally at the end of the month, we kick-off the fall, just like the Germans’ do, with pints to go around and a smörgåsbord spread at our Oktoberfest Beer Dinner.

A special thank you to our members for filling The Athenaeum with the spirit of community and camaraderie, which truly makes The Athenaeum a home-away-from-home for all of our members. We take pride in keeping The Athenaeum looking its finest and we appreciate your respect of the club’s dress code. In an effort to continue to bring you the fine service you have come to expect at The Athenaeum, your assistance in making advance dining and event reservations is recommended. With your help, we can better ensure a wonderful Athenaeum experience for all.

I look forward to seeing you all at The Athenaeum. Please drop by my office when you are next at the club.

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Prime Rib Buffet

Rath al Fresco

All Holiday Events Open Online

Prix-Fixe Dinner

Rath al Fresco

Prime Rib Buffet

Rath al Fresco

Prix-Fixe Dinner

Rath al Fresco

Labor Day: Institute Holiday Athenaeum Closed

Rath al Fresco

Dinner:Main Dining Room Closed

Prix-Fixe Dinner

Rath al Fresco

International Night: Pyrenees

Rath al Fresco

Chef's Cooking Class: Sushi

Prix-Fixe Dinner

Rath al Fresco

Seafood & Crab Crack

Rath al Fresco

MDR Closed for a la carte dinner service

due to event

Prix-Fixe Dinner

Rath al Fresco

Prix-Fixe Dinner

Rath al Fresco

Prix-Fixe Dinner

Rath al Fresco

Rath al Fresco

Octoberfest beer Dinner

MDR Closed for a la carte dinner service

due to event

Prix-Fixe Dinner

Rath al Fresco

International Night: Milan

Rath al Fresco

Prime Rib Buffet

Rath al Fresco

Prime Rib Buffet

Rath al Fresco

Rath al Fresco

Dinner:Main Dining Room Closed

Rath al Fresco

Dinner:Main Dining Room Closed

Mr. Robert AngaritaMrs. Elizabeth CallihanMr. Arjun ChandarMr. Jim EhlersDr. Lewis FraasMr. Jack GhaliMr. Andres GozaMr. Harry GristickMs. Jody GunnMr. Christopher HawthorneMr. Victor HsuMs. Hae JungDr. Yunjin KimDr. Oliver KingDr. William KlipsteinDr. Carl Koval

Prof. Clifford KubiakMr. Michael LarsenDr. Ryan LauchliMrs. Ofelia LeeMr. Graig LeeDr. Hyosang LeeMr. Daniel LinMs. Sarah LundeenMs. Sarah MahoneyMs. Jannah MareshMs. Amanda MockDr. Aaron NoellDr. Melissa RiceMs. Jaeda SnowDr. Beth StadtmuellerMr. Jonathon VerdugoMr. Michael Whalen

COMING IN OCTOBERDINNER SERVICE

Resumes on OCTOBER 1 for Monday night in the

Main Dining Room

5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

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RATH AL FRESCO: FINAL WEEK

MONDAY, OCTOBER 1 through FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5

5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

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RATHSKELLER

Reopens on MONDAY, OCTOBER 84:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

INTERNATIONAL NIGHTS

MONDAY, OCTOBER 8: Egypt

MONDAY, OCTOBER 22: Hungary

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CHILDREN’S HALLOWEEN PARTY

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31

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PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGIONAL WINE DINNER

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2

New Members

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Executive Chef Kevin’s Recipe Corner

Enjoy Cooking!

Pickled Garden Vegetables

Directions

Makes ¾ gallon

Ingredients Ingredients (cont.)1 large red onion, cut into thin wedges

3 large bell peppers (1 each of red, yellow and green), core and seeds removed, cut into 1 inch squares

1 medium sized eggplant, cut into 1 inch pieces

1 medium sized zucchini, cut into half moons

8-10 cauliflower florets

1 cup green beans, ends trimmed, cut into 2 inch pieces

1 carrot, sliced into one half inch

1 small fennel bulb, medium dice

5 ounces small whole button mushrooms

1 pint red cherry tomatoes

1 pint yellow cherry tomatoes

6 garlic cloves

7 tablespoons walnut oil, substitute olive oil

3 cups white wine vinegar

5-6 bay leaves

5 sprigs of thyme

3 tablespoons pickling spice

1 teaspoon black peppercorns

1 tablespoon salt

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1. Mix all of the vegetables together in a mixing bowl then place in a ¾ - 1 gallon jar.

2. In a medium sized sauce pot, add the walnut oil, white wine vinegar, bay leaves, fresh thyme, pickling spice, peppercorns, salt and sugar. Bring to a boil and immediately turn off heat.

3. Add the pickling liquid to the vegetables while it is still hot. Let the jar cool and then cover, tightly. Let pickle for up to one month.

CALTECH ARCHITECURAL TOUR SERVICE

A Special Service of the Caltech Women’s Club

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

10:30 a.m.

The Caltech Women’s Club is pleased to announce the return of their monthly architectural tours of the campus. Tours last approximately, 1½ to 2 hours and are open to the public. For more information contact Susan Gray in the Office of Communications at (626) 395-6328.

RATH AL FRESCOEnjoy the last days of summer with outdoor dinner! Join us every weeknight for our acclaimed al fresco summer dining. Relax with a refreshing cocktail followed by a delicious dinner in the ambiance of the great olive walk. Rath Al Fresco ends on Friday, October 5th. Visit our website for the menu.

MONDAY-FRIDAY

Food Service: 5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Bar Service: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

PRIME RIB BUFFETSavory entrées, delectable accompaniments, and abundant desserts await you each week at our Prime Rib Buffet. Wednesday nights offer an extraordinary dinner value for you and your guests to enjoy. Visit our website for the menu & to make reservations.

WEDNESDAYS

5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

$32.00 adults

$18.00 children ages 4-11 yrs.

Complimentary ages 3 yrs. & under

PRIX-FIXE DINNERLooking for a quick bite before catching an evening show or night outing? Or seeking an exquisite multiple course dinner featuring fine wine pairings? Our Prix-Fixe dinner is your answer! Choose from either two or three courses with your choice to add wine pairings for unbeatable value. Visit our website for the menu & to make reservations.

TUESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY

5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Two-Course Dinner: $20 / $30 with wine pairing

Three-Course Dinner: $25 / $40 with wine pairing

This is a great recipe during the summer when you are harvesting a

small variety of vegetables from your garden. Substitute any of the vegetables for whatever you happen to be growing.

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International Nights5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. seating every half hour

$25.00 per person

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

Pyrenees

Roquefort Salad with Lardons & Warm Croutonstoasted walnuts, smoked bacon, prunes, mustard red wine vinaigrette

Petit Filet Mignonpommes aligot, haricots verts with garlic, piperade

Croustade aux Pommesvanilla bean ice cream

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

Milan

Pinzoccheribuckwheat pasta sautéed with potatoes, cabbage and cheese

Osso Buccorisotto Milanese, gremolata

Tiramisu

Seafood and Crab CrackFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. seating every half hour$55.00 per person

Chilled SeafoodSnow Crab Legs

Fanny Bay Oysters on the Half ShellPeruvian Ceviche

Applewood Smoked SalmonIsland Style Poke

Sushi Station

Sushi & Sashimi Station

Cold Salads and SoupThai Shrimp Bisque

Green Curry Calamari SaladMixed Summer Greens

Potato Salad with Dijon and Rosemary

Carving StationCedar Plank Salmon

Hot Buffet

Tempura PrawnsFreshly Made Fish Tacos

Macadamia Crusted Mahi-Mahi with Pineapple SalsaMiso Marinated Ling Cod

Steamed Whole Dungeness CrabCoquilles St. JacquesLobster Thermidor

Dessert

Lemon Pudding Cakeblackberries, verbena ice cream

CHEF’S COOKING CLASS: SUSHISATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.$80.00 per person

Sushi Rice

Nigiri-Hand Formed Sushi

Temaki-Hand Rolls

Maki-Rolled Sushi

Spicy Tuna Roll, Vegetarian Roll,

California Roll, Rainbow Roll

Sushi Accompaniments

OKTOBERFEST BEER DINNERFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

6:30 p.m. Reception7:00 p.m. Dinner$60.00 per person

Reception

A variety of German beerswwith smörgåsbord selection

Dinner

Venison, White Bean and Pumpkin Chilicrispy corn cracker, cumin crema

Witbier, Brasserie Caracole, Troublette, Belgium

Local Squid and Chorizo Risottopickled chiles, arugula

Weizenbock, Weihenstephaner, Vitus, Germany

Coffee and Malt Rubbed Short Ribscacao nib, tangerine and Meyer lemon gremolata, celery root puree

Strong Ale, Gulden Draak, Dark Triple, Belgium

Sticky Toffee Puddingginger ice cream

Oud Bruin, Monk’s Café, Flemish Sour Ale, Belgium

Advance Reservations Encouraged

Special events and weekly dining are extremely popular amongst our members. It is important to remember that advanced reservations are highly encouraged to provide you with the best service and to avoid the frustration of waiting to be seated. Making your reservations is easy using The Athenaeum website (http://athenaeum.caltech.edu) and logging into your membership account. You can make, change, or cancel your reservations at any time with a click of the mouse. Once you have made an online reservation, an automatic confirmation email is sent to your email and a notice of your upcoming reservation will appear on your homepage. Advance reservations may also be made by calling 626-395-8282. Thank you!

CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYPASADENA, CA 91125

ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

Athenaeum Administration and Staff

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

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PASADENA, CA

Chair, Board of GovernorsGARY LORDENPhone: (626) 395-4349Email: glorden@caltech.edu

Chair, House CommitteeMARIANNE BRONNERPhone: (626) 395-3355Email: mbronner@caltech.edu

General ManagerMARISU JIMENEZ, CCMPhone: (626) 395-8260Email: marisu.jimenez@caltech.edu

Executive ChefKEVIN ISACSSON, CECPhone: (626) 395-8293Email: kevin.isacsson@caltech.edu

Director, Fiscal OperationsKAREN HARMON, CPAPhone: (626) 395-8267Email: karen.harmon@caltech.edu

Director, Food & BeverageJERRY RODRIGUEZPhone: (626) 395-8261Email: jerry.rodriguez@caltech.edu

Assistant Director, Food & BeverageMURILLO MIRANDA, JR.Phone: (626) 395-8209Email: murillo.miranda@caltech.edu

Manager, Club DiningDEXTER JEREMIAHPhone: (626) 395-8205Email: dexter.jeremiah@caltech.edu

Director, Private & Club EventsVICTORIA HIDALGO, CPCEPhone: (626) 395-8264Email: victoria.hidalgo@caltech.edu

Manager, Private & Club EventsDIOR CHASE Phone: (626) 395-8263 Email: dior.chase@caltech.edu

Manager, Private & Club EventsMILKO RIVERAPhone: (626) 395-8206Email: milko.rivera@caltech.edu

Director, Hotel Operations & MembershipMARGARET McVEY THOMASPhone: (626) 395-8271Email: margaret.thomas@caltech.edu

Membership & Guest Relations CoordinatorLESLIE O'DELLPhone: (626) 395-8266Email: leslie.odell@caltech.edu

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

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

Dining Room ScheduleLunch & Dinner Reservations

(626) 395-8282Breakfast

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

Monday to Friday – 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Dinner

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

Monday to Friday – 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Rath al FrescoMonday to Friday

Bar Service: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.Food Service: 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m