Calling all PJCC brides

mickeya1a Posted: Aug 20, 2002 03:16 PM

Calling all PJCC brides

I just spoke to the banquet office and found out that they don't do tastings. How did you all pick out your menus? Any suggestions?

Claud2001 Posted: Aug 20, 2002 04:06 PM

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That is very, very strange! That was not the case when I was planning my wedding during 2000.

In fact, I went back to the club several times (long story - I lived out of town, and had to take FI back to show him), and each time I went back, they offered to feed us some food from the cocktail buffet of the party that was currently going on so that we could get an idea of the kinds of dishes we could have at the wedding.

However, if you feel confident in word of mouth opinions - I must say that their food is delicious, and you will not be disappointed! Best of luck!

michele31 Posted: Aug 20, 2002 04:14 PM

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Food at Claud's wedding was great. The cocktail hour was beautiful on the deck. The service was excellent. It is a very nice place to host an affair.

mickeya1a Posted: Aug 20, 2002 04:48 PM

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I appreciate the help. I should clarify, he said I can come in and taste all the cocktail hour food, its the main courses that I can't...and actually that is what I was more concerned about. He told me to look over the menu and if there is anything I really have to try then to call and he will arrange something. I guess I always picture sitting down and tasting everything...I may have made that up in my head. Did you taste main dishes?

shepppy Posted: Aug 20, 2002 08:51 PM

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I never asked them to clarify what they meant by 'tasting,' I'd assumed that meant the actual meal as well. Thats kind of tricky! I suppose you could always go to eat at the restaurant, but it seems absurd that we should have to spend even more money just to taste the food!

Claud2001 Posted: Aug 20, 2002 10:04 PM

PJCC restaurant chef is different than catering hall...

Be;ieve it or not, the chef for the weddings and catered affairs is different than the chef for the restaurant, so having dinner there won't solve your 'tasting' issue. To be honest, I did not taste any of the entrees before my wedding - I simply did not have time - I lived in California and had to do a lot of planning on trust and instinct.

As one of my guests (Michele31) attested, the food was incredible, and the cocktail hour was amazing. Oh and my hubby and I took our dinners to go, since we didn't have time to eat them at the wedding. I can tell you that they were even delicious cold!

zac1228 Posted: Aug 20, 2002 10:39 PM

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My brother and sister-in-law got married there in '99. I am almost positive that they tasted the main courses. But I will clarify tomorrow and let you know tomorrow.

In any case, I can assure you that the food was very good. Hope that makes you feel better.

mickeya1a Posted: Aug 21, 2002 09:16 AM

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Claud2001, what entrees did you pick?

JennK Posted: Aug 21, 2002 11:09 AM

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I also did not taste the entrees...but I had been to a wedding there before and was very happy with the food so it wasnt a big deal to me.
However I think that if you havent tasted the food, and you are spending the kind of money that you are to have your wedding there, they should work something out for you.

mickeya1a Posted: Aug 21, 2002 11:14 AM

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JennK, what did you pick for entrees?

JennK Posted: Aug 21, 2002 11:21 AM

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I picked the prime rib, chicken marsala, and the flounder stuffed with crabmeat (that is my favorite!)

Did you speak with Steve when you talked to the country club? Maybe he could do something...

mickeya1a Posted: Aug 21, 2002 11:33 AM

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Steve is who I spoke with. I am calling again later...he was very nice and seemed like he would help me out. I guess I just wish we had a regular tasting so I wouldn't have to feel like they have to go out of their way. we'll see after I talk to him

JennK Posted: Aug 22, 2002 11:19 AM

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Mickey...did you call back...please let me know what happened...I am curious

mickeya1a Posted: Aug 22, 2002 12:05 PM

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spoke to Steve. We are going in on Sat. to taste cocktail food and he said he would answer any questions I have. I am not sure what that means, but he was very nice.....

I'll post againMonday.

I am also going to Create a Cake on Sat too.