Hey guys,
Is it too crazy to get something going for early January?
I’m thinking Jan 12.
Larry,
Stopped by Menlo Grill for bar food.
Really good food.
And confirmed “No Corkage Fee” noted on their wine list menu.
So we should definitely plan something there as we discussed.
I’d prefer the 12th, but can do the 5th. I’m off work from the 24th-4th. I expect to be fully discombobulated after my first day back at the office so I’m not sure if I want to offline that evening. However, I think Sandi and I can manage if that’s the date.
If we arrange Menlo Grill, they appreciate it if we bring our own stems. Also, when we had 9 people recently, the entire menu was open for ordering. When we had 15, they restricted our choices (3 apps, 3-4 mains, IIRC). The GM sent several menu ideas in advance. We should find out what the cut-off is for the full menu. 10-12 people is the ideal number for the private room.
I’ll just make it the 12th since this seems the most doable.
Larry,
How about we just cap it at 10 people?
It’s the number we usually max out anyway - often times less with people traveling for work.
Did you want to call them and arrange?
The recent one was for Sandi’s staff holiday dinner. We were fairly circumspect. Well, compared to this bunch, 99% of the groups are gonna be circumspect.
I know most of you have an Old World preference, but given the venue/food what about some CA Cabernet for a change of pace. Or as a compromise not Burgundy. Unless of course someone wants to bring a Monty for a starter