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Painting by Robert Amos
Entertain * Engage * Enjoy
Chair’s Letter
Margaret Klatt
Is it really October? The summer was so incredible this year even extending its touch into
September and although we saw children returning to school we held our breath and just enjoyed
it. I recently opened a closet door pulling out the heavier jacket and sighed but then I paused. I
thought… wait a minute…this is Victoria and summer had its joys but fall has its charms (and
pumpkins).
Adding to all of fall’s wonders is the great list of events coming up at our Club.
I want to begin my note this month by welcoming Ian Case who has joined the Club’s Board of
Directors as one of the Presidential appointees. Ian has been a special advisor for some time and
we welcome his insights. On behalf of the members of the Board I want to thank Janice Johnson,
who had held that spot, for her many years of service on the board including involvement on a
number of committees. Thanks Janice.
I am pleased to say that the fountain is now fully functional and providing that oh so important
aeration to the pond. I hope that you have had a chance to see how much the turtles and ducks love
it….they have set up observer stations on the log nearby to ensure they have the best view.
Our recent Music Bingo night was a great success. The music was great and the ink dabbers got a
real workout. The range of music was extensive…Doris Day to Taylor Swift. The attendees even
sang along.
The work of artist Bill Zuk continues to delight our walls. Have a peek they are amazing – what
talent.
What does October bring:…well, the Minions who delight both kids and adults are being
celebrated with fun and games (and of course food) on October 24th. Did you say pizza!!
October 31st and the stars will be out for Halloween at the Club. It is time to dazzle and take a bow
as your favourite celebrity..who will you be? (Or perhaps you just want to watch as they stroll by
while you enjoy the amazing cocktails and different food stations) You must read the details further
on in the newsletter – a truly wonderful way to send October on its way (and yummy too!)
But that is not all…..
• On November 21st we celebrate wine (why not) and food (yes!) with Sea Star winery
from Pender Island. I have heard some amazing comments about their wines so I can hardly wait
(aren’t we lucky they are so close). This is also a special night as we step back to Medieval times
with Marcus Milwright who will take us back to the wine and culture of that era.
Check out The Weekly Events page and the remainder of this newsletter for more details on these
and other events. Time to sign off again….
Till next time…see you at the Club!
Margaret
******Coming Up ******
Hollywood Halloween!!
October 31st
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The University Club of Victoria
Reservations are required. Contact us at 250-721-7935 or [email protected]
PASTA & PIZZA BUFFET BOB’S BABY GREENS
STUART’S CAESAR SALAD
MARGO’S MAC & CHEESE
SCARLET OVERKILL’S SPAGHETTI AND MEAT BALLS
DR. NEFARIO’S MUSHROOM RAVIOLI
AGNES’ CHEESE PIZZA
LUCY’S HAWAIIAN PIZZA
GRU’S GARLIC TOAST
EDITH’S FRESH VEGETABLES
EVIL MINION’S FRESH FRUIT PLATTER
MINIONS RICE KRISPIES SQUARES
KEVIN’S FAVOURITE BANANA SPLIT
$21.95 per adult $10.95 per child + Tax
Join us at The University Club for our
“One in Minion” Kid’s Party
Featuring lots of fun games and arts & crafts!!!
The University Club of Victoria
Reservations are required. Contact us at 250-721-7935 or [email protected]
Cocktail Hour Angels on Horseback (Oysters wrapped in bacon)
Egg white & Olive Quiche
Chef’s Station Apple Cinnamon Roast Pork
Rosemary Minted Leg of Lamb Pumpkin Risotto, Baked Potato & Trimmings & Basmati Rice
Surf & Turf Station
Garlic Prawns and Bratwurst & Sauerkraut
Pasta Station Lobster Ravioli and Smoked Clams & Rigatoni
Dessert Station
Chocolate Fountain with Profiteroles, Cakes, Fresh Fruit, Apple & Pumpkin Crisp, Devonshire Cream
$39.95 + tax per person
Featuring a Martini Bar with Drink Specials
Take a walk on the red carpet and join us for our first
Hollywood Halloween.
Dress up as your favourite celebrity or put on your own
favourite Halloween costume and enjoy an evening of
glitz and glamour while enjoying food & drinks fit for a
star while dancing the night away to the
Band Modmen.
Prizes will be given out for the best costumes.
The University Club of Victoria
Reservations are required. Contact us at 250-721-7935 or [email protected]
We named our blended white wine Salish Sea to celebrate the
distinctive growing region that we are blessed to call home.
Coaxing out the best qualities of Ortega and Siegerrebe, our
winemaker has captured the aromas of melon, grapefruit,
peach, guava and herbs, all contributing to a clean and fresh
flavour with a long finish. An expressive and aromatic wine.
Sea Star Vineyard’s Blanc De Noir is made from
the Pinot Noir grape, which is grown by our
friends at Clam Bay Farm on Pender Island. The
Pinot Noir grape, a “Star” originally from
Burgundy, flourishes in our Southern Gulf Island
climate. The fruit is whole-cluster pressed,
embellishing the wine with an appealing colour
to match its enticing flavour.
Four carefully chosen vineyards in the sun-baked Oliver and
Osoyoos regions of BC are the sources for the exceptional
quality Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc
grapes that have been crafted into this rich Meritage blend.
Encore is the worthy successor to our winemaker’s award
winning Debut. A winner before it is out of the gate, this wine is
barrel-aged in French oak for 18 months.
Prose is our Riesling Estate dessert wine graced with a touch of
Island apples, including our own Sea Star Estate Farm and
Vineyards apples and crabapples. Originated in the Rhine
region of Germany, this varietal is an aromatic delight which
presents green apple and fruit notes, from which we’ve taken
our inspiration.
Located at 6621 Harbour Hill Drive, Pender Island, B.C
Join the University Club for a celebration of food & wine FEATURING A culinary Medieval STYLE Theme
AND PENDER ISLAND SEA STAR WINERY !
Wines provided by
HORS D’OEUVRES Bacon wrapped water chestnuts Falafel Nugget with tahini sauce
~
MENU Fire roasted Tomato Bisque
Served with Cornbread ~
King ARtHUR’S ROASt tURKEy lEgS Carved roast turkey KnigHt’S ROUnD tAblE
Garlic mashed potatoes Corn niblets
Seasonal vegetables Cranberry Sauce
~
Medieval dessert station
$55.00 + Tax with Wine Pairings
$45.00 + Tax without Wine
Please note all seating will be group seating
The University Club of Victoria
Reservations are required. Contact us at 250-721-7935 or [email protected]
Time to start thinking about holiday plans!
Bring your department, family or friends over to the
Club and enjoy one of our fabulous
Traditional Christmas Lunch Buffets
Tuesday December 8th, 9th & 10th (please note due to a special event, the 11th will still be open for
regular lunch but the buffet will not be offered)
Monday December 14th, , 15th, 16th, 17th & 18th
11:30am-2:00pm in our Main Dining Room
$29.95 per person plus tax
Staff Holiday Parties!! Still looking for somewhere to take your team
to celebrate the holidays???
We still have some dates available.
We have a variety of space to accommodate
private parties for groups of 10 up to 250.
Contact our Sales & Catering Event Manager,
Laura Sasaki, at 250-721-7938 or email [email protected]
to reserve your spot today!!!
Full page spread on
Membership GC’s for
Christmas presents
The University Club of Victoria
Reservations are required. Contact us at 250-721-7935 or [email protected]
Full page spread on
Membership GC’s for
Christmas presents
Annual Children’s
Christmas Party Saturday December 12th
Brunch Buffet 11:30am
Magician David Atwood 12:00pm-12:45pm
Santa Claus 1:00pm
$21.95 per adult & $14.95 per child plus tax (kid’s price includes gift from Santa)
Member’s Christmas
Dinner & Dance Saturday December 19th
Reception 5:30 Dinner 6:30pm
Dancing & Entertainment to follow with
The BackBeat Band
Festive Dinner Buffet
$39.95 per person + tax
MORE DETAILS COMING SOON!!!!
Lunch Buffet Every Wednesday come to your Club to enjoy a lunch buffet prepared by our culinary team.
Served from 11:30am-2:00pm for $15.95 plus taxes
Friday Night Buffets Every Friday Night we will be offering a special themed buffet as part our Lounge Service
It will be a Harvest Theme for the month of October.
Friday October 9th will be a Special Thanksgiving Theme Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Coleslaw, Tossed Greens with Celery, Apple or Cranberry Braised Pork Loin with Three Mushroom Sauce
Herbed Roast Turkey with Sausage Stuffing Pumpkin Sage Frittata Creamed Potato & Yam
Peaches & Cream Corn, Braised Red Cabbage & Brussel Sprouts Apple, Cranberry & Currant Crumble with a Warm English Custard
$18.95 per adult and $10.95 per child + tax
Saturday October 10th – Thanksgiving Dinner Special Buffet
Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Coleslaw, Tossed Greens with Celery, Apple or Cranberry
Braised Pork Loin with Three Mushroom Sauce Herbed Roast Turkey with Sausage Stuffing
Pumpkin Sage Frittata
Creamed Potato & Yam Peaches & Cream Corn, Braised Red Cabbage & Brussel Sprouts
Apple, Cranberry & Currant Crumble with a Warm English Custard
$21.95 per person + tax
Chef’s October Prix Fixe $21.95 plus taxes Camas Dining Room-Three Course Dinner Menu
Starter: Duck Confit, Potato Crochette Tangy Peach Coulis Entree: Lobster & Shrimp Strudle
Dessert: Pumpkin Brulee
Please note: Cancellation of reservations are appreciated a minimum of 48 hours in advance of your dining or special event reservations.
The University Club of Victoria
Contact us at 250-721-7935 or [email protected]
Let’s All Go ….
To The Happy Hoppy Hour at the Club (Starting October 6th)
Tuesday Nights 4:30pm-8:00pm Pints of our local draught beer, house wine, and standard highballs - $5.00 each
Kitchen Features - Pizza or Pasta Specials $12.00 each.
Thursday Nights 4:30pm-8:00pm $12.50 jug of draught beer. Kitchen Features - Wings or Nachos Specials $12.00 each
The BuzzFeed Corner Monthly Food Recipes & Beverage Recommendations
Category 12 Unsanctioned Our flavourful Saison is discreetly sessionable. It boasts a crisp body with a
dry finish and a bouquet that is distinctly Belgian. Hints of clove and spice,
complemented by aromatic hops, make us stand out where it matters most.
Served at the Club!!!
I package JOHNSONVILLE® Beer 'n
Bratwurst
-2 tablespoons unsalted butter
-1 medium yellow onion, sliced
-1 can (14 ounce) sauerkraut,
drained
-1/2 cup sour cream
-1/2 teaspoon dill weed
-1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
-1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
-2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed
-2 cups Muenster cheese, shredded
-2 tablespoons poppy seeds
-2 tablespoons sesame seeds
-1 bottle of Category 12
- Unsanctioned Beer
Brat and Kraut Strudel-Serves 6
Preheat oven to 450°F.
Prepare the links according to package instructions. Cool slightly, and then cut into half-moon slices.
In a large sauté pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until caramelized, 8 to 10 minutes. Add
the sausage and sauerkraut heat through.
In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, garlic, dill and caraway. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Spray two baking sheets with non-stick spray. Unfold one sheet of puff pastry on each baking sheet.
Spread the sour-cream mixture over each pastry sheet to within 1/2 inch of the edge.
Spoon the sausage mixture down the center of each pastry sheet.
Top with cheese. Lightly brush the edges with Unsactioned Beer. Fold the long pastry side of each sheet over the
filling and pinch the ends together to seal.
With a sharp knife, pierce the strudels to create steam vents. Brush the tops of the strudels with beer. Sprinkle with
the poppy and sesame seeds. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden brown. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
Please note The University Club will be closed on Monday October 12th for Thanksgiving and will reopen on Tuesday October 13th.
Office Hours Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:00pm Lunch Service Monday to Friday 11:30am-2:00pm Camas Room Dining Monday to Saturday 5:00pm-8:00pm Bar & Lounge Hours Monday to Friday 11:30am-10:00pm Saturday 5:00pm-10:00pm Please note the Club is closed on Sundays.
For Reservations Phone: 250-721-7935 Email: [email protected] Website: club.uvic.ca Connect with us on Facebook Please note: Cancellation of reservations are appreciated a minimum of 48 hours in advance of your dining or special event reservations.
Introducing a fun new concept: The Social Club within the Club!!!
Are you new members? Are you current members wanting to meet new people?
Would you like to join a group while enjoying the fun entertainment we offer at the Club
Join us at the “Social Club” Table. Each member event will feature this fun new concept.
Please advise at the time of reservation if you would like to join this table.