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Bourbon Tastings

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Bourbon, Bites & CigarsThursday, March 6th, 6:30pm

see page 4 for details

Garrison Brothers Bourbon Tasting

Wednesday April 16th, 6:00pmsee page 8 for details

Call 512-477-9496 for reservations

Easter Holiday

Brunch

Sunday, April 20th11:00am - 1:30pm

See page 9 for details

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The Austin Club110 East Ninth Street

Austin, Texas 78701-9496TEL: (512) 477-9496FAX: (512) 477-3863www.austinclub.com

Executive CommitteeKaren Johnson......................................................PresidentTom Spilman...............................Executive Vice PresidentCurtis Fuelberg................................Second Vice PresidentTom Kowalski......................................................SecretaryE. Eugene Palmer.................................Secretary Emeritus Eric Sandberg......................................................Treasurer

Alden Smith Roger MillerGaylord Armstrong Jerry HarrisGalt Graydon Terry Lyons

Club StaffGeneral Manager,.................Ken Richardson, CCM, CCE.Asst. Manager/Dir. of Catering................Lillian BeckwithMaitre’d/Evening Manager..............................Joe JafarianExecutive Chef...............................................Mike MaplesBeverage Manager......................................Roy McCarthurMaitre’d/Banquet Manager...............................Taz TuckerMember Services..........................................Kristin WissigController...............................................Dwayne Anderson

Hours of Operation

Dining RoomBreakfast...................................................7am-11am, M-FA la Carte Lunch.............................11:30am-2:30pm, M-FA la Carte Dinner.................................6pm-9pm, Tues-SatLunch Buffet...................................11:30am-1:30pm, M-F

Roy’s Place/Cocktail LoungeA la Carte Menu..........................................7am-9pm, T-F 7am-2:30pm Mon 6pm-9pm, SatBeverages................................................11am-Close, M-F 5:30pm-Close, SatHappy Hour.............................................4:30pm - 6:30pm

Accounting Office...................................10am-4pm, M-FCatering Office........................................10am-4pm, M-F

Closed All Day Sunday and Monday Evenings

A Note from Ken

Just a short note to say thank you to our many loyal members who supported the Club throughout the holiday season hosting dinners, lunches, and Christmas parties and to our political friends, we would like to say thank you when sponsoring receptions, banquets and luncheons.

Quite often I’m asked by new members about hosting events. Keep in mind, as an Austin Club member you can sponsor or host:

a. Corporate Meetings b. Luncheons c. Dinnersd. Awards Banquets e. College Get-Togethers f. Weddingsg. Rehearsal Dinners h. Anniversary Events i. Showers

In addition to these functions, did you know that we have complimentary parking for you and your guests each weekday starting at 4:30pm and all day during your Saturday and Sunday events?

Speaking of events, check out the Clubber because we have a number of great events planned for both March & April including two bourbon tastings, our ever-popular Easter Holiday Brunch, crawfish boils, and many other dining opportunities.

Along these same lines of discussion, are you aware of the fact that the Austin Club Dining Room is one of a handful of dining venues in Down-town Austin where earplugs are not required to enjoy a fantastic meal and great service? Joe Jafarian is here nightly to ensure all of your needs are addressed. So give it a try and see how enjoyable dining still exists in Austin.

I’m pleased to announce the Austin Club was recently recognized by BoardRoom Magazine, receiving a Gold Medal Award (see page 5).

Until next time, we look forward to seeing you at the Club for breakfast, lunch, dinner or simply a cocktail. Come relax and let the world pass you by and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow Austin Club members.

Ken Richardson, CCM, CCEGeneral [email protected]

Austin Club Mission Statement

To provide its members and their guests an environment to promote friendship and camaraderie in an

elegant and secure environment while enjoying the many aspects of service,

entertainment and fine dining.

Service ChargeThe service charge that is calculated on all food and beverage transactions is applied toward offering employees a higher hourly rate and used toward

offsetting costs associated with employee benefits.

In Memoriam

Mr. Sam Rea


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MARCH 2014

Crawfish & Shrimp BoilFridays...March 21st & April 11th

Join us for an old fashioned Cajun Boil, as Chef Mike and his staff fire up the pots for all-you-can-eat boiled crawfish and shrimp to peel. Of course, there

will be red beans and rice, corn on the cob, fried okra and French bread for dipping, all served family style and all-you-can-eat. Belly up to the oyster ice bar and slide

them down with a great beer.

All for only $25.95 per person, please call 512-477-9496 for reservations

The grass is turning green...Introducing the Town & Country Club Membership

The Executive Committee of the Austin Club, along with the Board of Directors of the Great Hills Country Club, are pleased to announce the creation of a Town and Country Club membership.

Join us for an informal gathering on Tuesday, March 11th at 11:30am with representatives of Great Hills Country Club to learn first hand about becoming a Town & Country Club Member.

Don’t worry if you can not make the noon-time presentation, because an evening program has also been scheduled for Thursday, April 17th at 6:00pm.

As an Austin Club member, Great Hills Country Club has reduced the initiation fee for a family membership to only $500.00. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great club at a fantastic price.

Join us on either of the above dates & see the benefits of becoming a Town & Country Club member.

Reservations Please , 512- 477-9496.

Complimentary lunch on Tuesday, March 11thComplimentary hors d’oeuvres & cocktails on Thursday, April 17th


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MARCH 2014Bourbon, Bites & Cigars

Thursday, March 6th, 6:30pmJoin us on Thursday, March 6th at 6:30pm as Austin Club Member Joseph Castillo of

Sazerac Company walks us through the making and tasting of Kentucky Straight Bourbons. The evening will feature a three-tier tasting of some of the most popular Kentucky Straight Bourbons, featuring Buffalo Trace, W. L. Weller and Eagle Rare. Between each tasting Chef Mike will be offering Bourbon bites for samplings. Once you have selected your favorite bourbon, sit back and learn what goes into making the finest hand-rolled cigars. Volunteer to roll a cigar or two and then retire to the

Overlook balcony to enjoy your cigar accompanied by your favorite bourbon. Reservations please, 512-477-9496. $25.00 per person.

Reservations limited to the first 30 members and their guests.

Dinner for Two on Tuesday

and receive 50% offTake advantage of 50% off every Tuesday

evening when dining in the Austin Room. Come and explore and sample some of the finest dining in all of Austin. Sample Chef Mike’s

creative menu items while enjoying 50% off all entrées when dining from the Austin Room

dinner menu. Our culinary team will make you feel like a king when partaking in our newest

culinary creations.

Seafood Extravaganza BuffetFridays, March 28th & April 25th Your culinary team, under the direction of Chef

Mike Maples, has pulled out all the stops to feature a fabulous selection of the freshest seafood, includ-ing lobster, shrimp, oysters and crab for your dining

pleasure. After dinner, enjoy dessert by selecting your favorite from the pastry cart.

$32.95 per person, Call 477-9496 for reservations.

Wine & DineSelect Thursday Evenings

in March & AprilThat’s right, when dining in the Austin Room (1st floor Main Dining Room) during the months of

March & April all bottled wine is 50% off. That’s right, now is the chance to explore that special bottle of Bordeaux or Chardonnay, at a fantastic reduced

price of 50% off. As a bonus, if you order any bottle of wine while

dining, you can enjoy a complimentary after dinner glass of port or sherry.

Service Charge will be calculated on full retail price.

Steak and Lobster Tail Fridays, March 14th and April 4th

Each dinner selection includes soup or salad, and entrée for only $32.00 per person.

Please call 512-477-9496for reservations.

Regular dinner menu service will be available.


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MARCH 2014

Bridge NightThe Second Wednesday Night

Dinner is $14.95 for bridge players.No partner is necessary.

Call Paula Hundley at 512-459-4489

to reserve your spot.

For March 12th

Bridge, please call

by March 9th

For April 9thBridge,

please call by

April 6th

Happy March Birthday!As a member with an upcoming birthday in the month of March, you receive a compli-mentary dinner or luncheon from the stan-dard menu or lunch buffet when presenting this gift certificate to the wait staff! Choose a day to celebrate and come and enjoy your favorite entrée. (Certificate is valid for entrée, dessert and non-alcoholic beverage. Not valid with any other promotion.) Please call (512) 477-9496 for reservations and bring this card when you come celebrate with us.

Member Number ___________

InternationalSaturday Afternoon High Tea

Saturday, March 22nd, 2:00pm - 3:30pmChef Mike, along with Dining Room Manager Joe Jafarian, will be adding a twist to our

monthly high tea for March 22nd. Chef Mike & Joe have been researching unique and interesting food items served at teas from South America to Europe to the Far East. This is a fabulous opportunity to truly experience an International High Tea. Come on in, let

the world pass you by & enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the Club.

$25.00 per person, Reservations please, 512-477-9496

The Austin Club Receives

Coveted AwardRecently, the Austin Club was recog-nized by BoardRoom Magazine, the leading publication in Club Management, for outstanding service, facilities, and Club Man-agement. After two days of visiting the Austin Club incognito as members from Reciprocal Clubs, observing our staff, dining in various rooms, the BoardRoom team introduced themselves to Club Manager Ken Richardson, to advise him that the Austin Club was nominated to receive this prestigious recognition. It didn’t stop there; a team member spent an additional day inter-viewing staff along with meeting members of the management team to gain a better understanding of what makes the Austin Club so unique. Congratulations to all!

Recently the Austin Club installed an AED defibrillator to be used in case of emergency. Chef Mike and Assistant Manager Lillian Beckwith looks on as Carson Watson installs the wall case

for the defibrillator unit. All employees will receive training in the use of the defibrillator when a CPR and First Aid course is adminis-tered within the next couple of months.


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MARCH 2014

I would like to start off saying thank you to all the members who were able to attend both our January Downton Abbey Wine Dinner and our February French Wine dinner. Wow, what successes! Your culinary staff really appreciates the opportunity to create such memorable dinners. It’s nice to have a change of pace from our regular dining and banquet events, so thank you!

With Spring around the corner, make sure to get your reservations in for our 2014 Easter Holiday Brunch. I am sure it will be another sell-out event here at the Club! Keep an eye out for upcoming changes and Spring additions to the Main Dining Room dinner menu. See you around the Club!

Mike [email protected]

Austin Club Steak Diane

4 each, 2 ounce Filet Mignon medallions 2 ounces of Brandy or Cognac2 tablespoons of cooking oil 4 ounces of Veal Glace 1 tablespoon of chopped shallots (can be found at Central Market or may substitute beef broth)1 tablespoon of chopped garlic 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley and thyme2 cups of sliced Crimini mushrooms 2 tablespoons of butter

In a medium saute pan heat up the cooking oil to a medium heat, be careful, we don’t want it to smoke. Next, season the filet mignons with kosher salt & black pepper, sear two pieces at a time on both sides for about a minute. Place the seared filets off to the side, next, add in the shallots and garlic and saute for about a minute, careful not to overcook. Next, add in mushrooms and continue to saute, de glaze with the cognac and add the filets back into the pan with the shallots, garlic & mushrooms. Next, add in the veal glace and fresh herbs. Allow to simmer for about two minutes. Remove the filets and place on your serving dish. Now whisk in the butter to the mushroom sauce. Once the butter is incorporated into the sauce it is ready to be poured over the filets for you and yours to enjoy!

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Prime Rib Night

Bridge Night

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Kitchen Closes at 2:30pm

Lounge Open until 6:00pm




Club Closed


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Parents Night Out

Parents Night Out

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Dinner for Two On Tues.

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Prime Rib Night

Easter Holiday Brunch

Bourbon Tasting & Cigars

Crawfish & Shrimp Boil

Crawfish & Shrimp Boil

Steak & Lobster Tail

Steak & Lobster Tail

Seafood Extravaganza

Bourbon Tasting

Crawfish & Shrimp Boil on March 21st

Make Easter & Mother’s Day Brunch Reservations Now (Easter is April 20th and Mother’s Day is May 11th)

Bourbon Tasting on April 16th

Great Hills

Great Hills

Seafood Extravaganza

High Tea

Club Closes at 3pm

Wine & Dine

Pot of Gold returns to Wild Wednesday starting in May. You could win big $$!


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APRIL 2014

Garrison Brothers Bourbon TastingTexas Locally Owned

Wednesday, April 16th, 6pm-8pmThe Austin Club, in cooperation with Garrison Brothers Bourbon, presents an evening of

Bourbon Tasting 101! Join us for hors d’oeuvres starting at 6:00pm with Dan Garrison, Co-Owner of Garrison Brothers Bourbon Distillery of Hye, Texas, as he walks us through an

evening of bourbon making and tasting. This event is being sponsored as a benefit to assist in raising funds for the Texas Capital Vietnam Monument.

$25.00 per person, Guests are welcome, Please call 512-477-9496 for reservations.

An additional $25.00 donation - benefiting the Texas Capital Vietnam Monument Fund is encouraged (tax deductible).

Member SpotlightMr. David Wright

We’re glad you are an Austin Club MemberMr. David Wright, an Austin Club member, has hosted a number of Dale Carnegie Training Leadership Programs here at the Austin Club. The Dale Carnegie Program helps individuals with building leadership, communication and the skills of managing in a team environment. Local participants include employees from Dell, Pay Pal, Creditcards.com and many others.Perhaps you or someone on your team is looking to develop their ability to “Win Friends and Influence People.” This could be a great option! With a unique philosophy, over the last 100 years, Dale Carnegie Training strives for group involvement in a positive & encouraging atmosphere.

The next available program will start on March 28th. Want to find out more? Please contact:David Wright, [email protected] Marquez, Sales & Marketing [email protected]


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APRIL 2014

Easter Holiday Brunch

Sunday, April 20th

11:00am - 1:30pm

Buffet Menu (Partial List)

Fabulous Selection of Fresh Salads, Cheese & FruitShrimp Cocktail, Oysters & Crab Claws

Smoked Salmon with Traditional CondimentsAssorted In-House Made Patés

Made to Order Omelettes & Waffle StationTraditional Eggs Benedict

Bacon, Sausage, Biscuits & GravyAlmond Crusted Orange Roughy

Grilled Chicken Breast & Smoked Tomato CreamSmoked New York Strip Carving Station

Fabulous Dessert Table & Chocolate Fountain

A special Children’s Buffet will be available on the second floor

Come join the Austin Club’s culinary team’s presentation of

an extraordinary Easter Holiday Brunch offering your favorite

entrées along with a scrumptious selection of salads and made-to-

order Belgian waffles and omelettes plus a fabulous dessert table with a flowing fountain of chocolate to create your own special dessert!

P.S. The Big Eared Guy will hop in & pass out goodies for the kids!

Please call 512- 477-9496 for reservations

Adults: $32.95 Children 5 to 10: $12.95

Children 4 & under complimentary

*72 hour cancellation policy in effect*


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Greetings,I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the members and guests that participated in our special dining events in January and February. A special thanks to Chef Mike Maples and his team for creating such delightful menus for Downton Abbey, Valentine’s, and the French Dinner. Once again, we must thank Mr. Terry Lyons for inviting his Austin Wine Society friends to participate in our special dinner functions. Last, but not least, thank you to Mrs. Karen Johnson for inspiring us to plan such wonderful evenings for our members.Wines of the Season:Domaine Chandon Chardonnay Carneros, Napa: This wine’s aroma is fresh and structured with floral notes highlighted by elder flower. As a signature of its Carneros appellation, the wine’s mineral aromas remain lifted by balanced acidity. When harvesting at optimal ripeness, characters of white burgundy are revealed in the wine as subtle, yet present, with the oak being perfectly integrated. Fuji apple, lemon and other citrus flavors create a satisfying, seamless palate that finishes with notes of white peach and apricot. The depth of this versatile, food-friendly Chardonnay makes it a natural match for hearty seafood dishes like grilled salmon or halibut. Seghesio Zinfandel, Sonoma, California: Opaque purple, strong nose, plum and dark fruit jam on the front palate, peppery finish. Sweet finish at first which seems cloying, but give the wine 30-45 minutes to open. The peppery flavors come on after time and so do the tannins. Have it with lamb and it is also great with pork chop. Please join us for dinner and take advantage of the best value in dining in Austin at your Club. Joseph Jafarian Evening Manager

APRIL 2014

Reminder...Food Minimum Spending Dates

If your last name begins with A-G, your 3-month minimum dining spending ends the

25th of May.If your last name begins with H-O, your

3-month minimum dining spending ends the 25th of March.

If your last name begins with P-Z, your 3-month minimum dining spending ends

the 25th of April.

Congratulations Employee of the Month

Happy April Birthday!As a member with an upcoming birthday in the month of April, you receive a complimentary dinner or luncheon from the standard menu or lunch buffet when presenting this gift certificate to the wait staff! Choose a day to celebrate and come enjoy your favor-ite entrée. Certificate is valid for entrée, dessert and non-alcoholic beverage. Not valid with any other promotion). Please call (512) 477-9496 for reservations and bring this card when you celebrate with us.

Member Number _____________

Blake ChisholmJanuary

Will HamiltonFebruary

Blake has been a hard working mem-ber of our culinary team for almost 2 1/2 years. A New Orleans native, Blake is our Garde Manger, in charge of all cold food items served at the Club (salads, sandwiches, etc..) Blake is the current Austin Ice Cream Festival champion - make sure to stop by the Club in the summertime to sample his homemade creations!

Congratulations, Blake!

Will has been as a server at the Austin Club for one year but he has worked in the food service industry for over 25 years. Will is a Native American from the Quechan tribe in Southern California. Will also loves to cook, and enjoys classical music and old movies.

Congratulations, Will!


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Member Moments


The Austin Club110 East 9th StreetAustin, TX 78701(512) 477-9496

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Save The Date.....

Mother’s Day Brunch

Sunday, May 11th

“2014 DISTINGUISHED LECTURE SERIES”

His Excellency

Gary DoerAmbassador of Canada

to the United States

12 noon, Friday, March 7th, 201411:30am V.I.P. Reception

The Austin ClubVisit the Austin Economic Club’s web site

to purchase tickets or call 512-225-5885 for reservations.

Keystone & Beyond - Canada’s Role in North

America Energy & SecurityCall 512-477-9496 for reservations

*72 hour cancellation policy in effect*


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