Photography courtesy of Betsy Barron Photography

AroundMainLine.com has searched far and wide to locate the burbs’ best choices for Mother’s Day 2012.

To my wonderful mom, Lisa, and all the mothers and great women in our lives, Happy Mother’s Day!

Sarah Lockard
AroundMainLine.com

Ella’s American Bistro

Ella’s American Bistro will be offering brunch from 11am to 3pm and dinner from 5pm to 9pm with delicious specials.

ellasamericanbistro.com
214 Sugartown Road
Wayne, PA
Call for reservations: 610-964-3552
Click here to make a reservation on OpenTable

Ella’s is the one of the Main Line’s most outstanding choices for Mother’s Day 2012! The restaurant will be offering brunch from 11am to 3pm and dinner from 5pm to 9pm with delicious specials. Mom will also be treated to fun specialty cocktails including a pineapple mimosa, passion fruit martini, sweet mama espresso and more.

Silverspoon Café

silverspoonwayne.com
Eagle Village Shops
503 West Lancaster Avenue
Wayne, PA
Call for reservations: 610-688-7646

Mother’s Day Brunch Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations are required.

Children (10 & under) can enjoy a $7 children’s menu with selections of french toast, scrambled eggs or grilled cheese.

White Dog Wayne

whitedog.com/wayne.html
200 West Lancaster Avenue
Wayne, PA
Call for reservations: 610-225-3700
Click here to make a reservation on OpenTable

Mother’s Day Brunch Hours: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
White Dog will be serving their regular a la carte brunch menu on Mother’s Day.
The regular dinner menu will be served from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
White Dog will accept walk-ins but highly recommends reservations.

Paramour

Paramour’s Braised Rabbit with cavatelli, fava beans and shaved locatelli.

paramourwayne.com
129 East Lancaster Avenue
Wayne, PA
Call for reservations: 610-977-0600
Click here to make a reservation on OpenTable
Mother’s Day Brunch Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Paramour will also honor their regular dinner hours on Mother’s Day from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Glenmorgan Bar & Grill

glenmorgan.com
593 East Lancaster Avenue
St. Davids, PA
Call for reservations: 610-341-3188
For parties over 11 please call: 610-341-3145
Click here to make a reservation on OpenTable
Mother’s Day Brunch Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Brunch is $35.95 per person all you can eat, $17.50 per child under 12. Complimentary for children under 5.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse

sullivanssteakhouse.com/king_of_prussia-details.php
700 West DeKalb Pike
King of Prussia, PA
Call for reservations: 610-878-9025
Click here to make a reservation on OpenTable

Sullivan’s, showcasing their brand new outdoor patio and adjacent new private dining room this Mother’s Day, will be open early at noon and offer their dinner menu all day long. Sullivan’s is featuring a special drink called the ‘Mom-osa, which is a play on the traditional mimosa! They’ll be making theirs by substituting the orange juice with Sullivan’s famous Knockout Martini and topping it with Prosecco. Truly a well deserved treat for all of the fabulous mothers in our lives!

The Capital Grille

thecapitalgrille.com/Locations/KingOfPrussia/Main.asp
236 Mall Boulevard
King of Prussia, PA
Call for reservations: 610-265-1415
Click here to make a reservation on OpenTable

The Capital Grille, with their popular location in King of Prussia and fabulous outdoor patio, will be serving brunch and their regular dinner menu for Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day Dining Hours: Brunch 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. ($41 per person/$18 per child). Dinner 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. a la carte menu.

The Melting Pot

The Melting Pot, in King of Prussia, will be serving a special menu on Mother’s Day from noon to 9pm.

meltingpot.com/king-of-prussia/welcome
150 Allendale Road, Suite 2100
King of Prussia, PA
Call for reservations: 610-265-7195
Click here to make a reservation on OpenTable

The Melting Pot, a very popular and fun choice for your family this Mother’s Day, is offering a special 4-course fondue experience for $39/person as well as a children’s menu for $20 from noon to 9pm. Note, this is the only menu they are offering all day and evening.

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse

ruthschriskop.com
220 North Gulph Road
King of Prussia, PA
Call for reservations: 610-992-1818
Click here to make a reservation on OpenTable

Mother’s Day Hours: 2 p.m. to 9.p.m. Ruth’s Chris will be serving their usual a la carte menu. Mom receives a $25 gift card to be used at a later date. Reservations are highly recommended.

Alfredo’s

alfredobyo.com
668 Lancaster Avenue
Berwyn, PA
Call for reservations: 610-640-2962

Alfredo’s, one of the Main Line’s most popular restaurants, is serving a delicious a la carte menu with many of mom’s favorites on Sunday, May 13th from 1pm to 8pm. If your family has not enjoyed the authentic Italian cuisine and exceptional service from the team at Alfredo’s, this Mother’s Day it makes an outstanding choice.

Redhound Grille

An excellent choice on Redhound Grille’s 3-course, $25 Mother’s Day menu: Steamed Mussels in Lager with Smoked Gouda, Sun Dried Tomatoes and House-Cured Bacon served with Garlic Bread

redhoundgrille.com
128 Paoli Pike
Paoli, PA
Call for reservations: 484-318-8047

Redhound Grille will be serving a fantastic value of a 3-course, $25 Mother’s Day menu throughout the day. Menu highlights include: Lager-Steamed Mussels, Spinach Salad, Flat Bread of the Day, Grilled Black Angus Dry-Aged Hanger Steak, Barbeque Braised Short Ribs, Mahi Mahi, Vegetarian Gnocchi, Classic Mushroom Risotto and a selection of their popular Dessert Menu.

The Farmhouse Bistro

thefarmhousebistro.com
39 Conestoga Road
Malvern, PA
Call for reservations: 610-644-3500
Click here to make a reservation on OpenTable

Treat mom to an extraordinary Mother’s Day experience at The Farmhouse Bistro, located on the grounds of People’s Light and Theatre. Enjoy their award-winning gardens and the charming, historic setting of the 18th-century farmhouse. The Farmhouse can accommodate gatherings of any size in the beautifully appointed ballroom and adjacent tented patio.

Buffet brunch menu served from 11am—2pm
Buffet dinner menu served from 4pm—9pm
Prix-fixe dinner menu served from 4pm—9pm

In addition, the Bistro is offering a ticket package with a brunch or dinner buffet with the ‘Wrinkle in Time’ performances.

Pricing and additional information may be found here.

Space is very limited. Reservations are required.

The Gables at Chadds Ford

thegablesatchaddsford.com
423 Baltimore Avenue
Chadds Ford, PA
Call for reservations: 610-388-7700
Click here to make a reservation on OpenTable
opentable.com/the-gables-at-chadds-ford

The charming back drop of the historic restaurant makes for an ideal setting for Mother’s Day. And the rustic outdoor patio, weather-permitting, is expected to be hopping. The Gables at Chadds Ford will serve a brunch buffet from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. It is $27 for adults and $12 for children. Complimentary valet service will be available during brunch. In addition, the restaurant will be seating dinner from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Reservations are required.

Photos courtesy of Betsy Barron Photography

The Gables at Chadds Ford is showcasing an excellent 2-course lunch menu for only $15 during Spring Main Line Restaurant Week!

The highly anticipated Spring Main Line Restaurant Week, Philly’s largest suburban dining event, returns Monday, April 23rd through Sunday, April 29th. Participating restaurants across the Main Line and Philadelphia’s western suburbs will offer special, prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus showcasing their chefs’ greatest dishes. And, our wonderful online reservation partner OpenTable is back. Check out our list of participating OpenTable restaurants…14 and growing!

Lunch is New This Spring!

New this Spring—several of our restaurants are rocking lunch specials for an amazing $25 and under! Due to the valuable feedback each season from the thousands of foodies who dine out during Main Line Restaurant Week, along with requests from our successful restaurants, we are rolling out incredible lunch values this Spring. All the restaurants listed below are offering lunch for $25 and under! And, keep checking back on MainLineRestaurantWeek.com for additional lunch participants.

Alfredo’s BYO
Glenmorgan Bar & Grill
Gullifty’s Pizza Bar and Grille
Harvest Seasonal Grill and Wine Bar
Legal Sea Foods
Paramour
Redhound Grille
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
The Capital Grille — King of Prussia
The Classic Diner
The Gables at Chadds Ford
Totaro’s Restaurant

Make Your Reservations Today!

Many of our restaurants already have limited availability so be sure to make your reservations this week for Spring Main Line Restaurant Week 2012.

Click here to make your lunch and dinner reservations for Main Line Restaurant Week!

Dig In and Win: Email Us Your Dining Photos!

Dig In and Win-take photos of your experience at a Main Line Restaurant Week participant and you can win $50 and $100 gift cards!

Dig In and Win is your chance to share your dining experiences with local foodies and earn a chance to win a gift certificate to one of our fantastic participating restaurants as your reward!

To Enter

Just dine out starting NOW at a Main Line Restaurant Week participating restaurant, take a pix of your meal, and email us directly the image at dine@aroundmainline.com between now and Monday, April 30th. Gift certificates will be awarded to the best entries.

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Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and the number of incredible restaurants to dine out across the western suburbs abound. AML did our due diligence and found seven sensational menus and romantic settings that are great choices for February 14th. From a quaint BYO, to a King of Prussia steak house, to a historic 18th century barn to Wayne’s popular Paramour-and more, we have a great selection of the best the burbs have to offer. Here’s to a special evening with your sweetheart around the Main Line.

Happy Valentine’s Day!
Sarah Lockard
AroundMainLine.com

Silverspoon is one of the Main Line’s most beloved BYOs. Photo courtesy of Courtney Apple Photography.

Silverspoon Café

Saturday, February 11th & Tuesday, February 14th
Seatings at 5:30PM and 8:30pm
Eagle Village Shops
Wayne, PA
610-688-7646
silverspoonwayne.com
$65 per person, complimentary glass of champagne

Amuse
Burgundy Carrot Bisque with fresh lavender cream

Salad (choice of)

• Baby Spinach, blood oranges, dried cranberries, toasted almonds, strawberry balsamic
• Bibb Lettuce, port wine poached seckel pear, smoked blue cheese, spiced pecans
• Frisee Lettuce, bacon lardoons, oven dried cherry tomatoes, creamy horseradish dressing

Appetizer (choice of)

• Country Style Duck Liver and Pheasant Terrine, multi-grain, pomegranate gastrique
• Pan-Seared Diver Scallop, mushroom leek ragu, black truffle essence
• Beet Gnocchi, braised swiss chard, pine nut, goat cheese

Main Course (choice of)

• Lamb Crepinettes, exotic mushrooms, mint and black currant demi-glace
• Pan-Roasted Trout Fillet, toasted almonds, dried cherries, Riesling reduction
• Semi-Boneless Poussin, roasted garlic jus

*Accompaniments; scallion mashed potatoes, roasted cauliflower

Dessert

• Chocolate Lover’s Plate for Two
• Dark Chocolate Mousse with raspberries coulis, caramel milk chocolate ice cream with candied almond crunch, sugared plums and strawberries white chocolate ganache

Delicious puff pastry empanadas at The Gables will delight for Valentine's Day!
Photo courtesy of Betsy Barron Photography.

The Gables at Chadds Ford

Tuesday, February 14th
423 Baltimore Pike
Chadds Ford, PA
610-388-7700
thegablesatchaddsford.com

The Gables at Chadds Ford is one of the region’s most romantic dining backdrops. The Gables is situated on land that was originally part of a 138 acre land grant from William Penn to Brinton King. Around 1745, a pre-Revolutionary style house was built on the property. This was one of the first homes to be built in Pennsbury Township.

Two of the four original chimneys from the pre-Revolutionary style home are still visible. In March of 2002, the house was placed on the National Historic Register.

In addition to their regular dinner menu, The Gables will be offering specials on Valentine’s Day that include pan roasted halibut, braised beef short ribs and a dark chocolate mousse.

Homemade cheesecake topped with fresh berries and strawberry coulis at The Farmhouse Bistro. Photo courtesy of Courtney Apple Photography.

The Farmhouse Bistro at People’s Light

Tuesday, February 14th, 4pm-1opm
39 Conestoga Road
Malvern, PA
610-647-1631
thefarmhousebistro.com
$45 per person, 3 courses

Course One (choose one)

• Truffled Chicken Liver Pate – infused with black perigord truffles and madeira wine on warm fresh baked brioche
• Baby Local Greens tossed in our white wine – dijon vinaigrette with poached pear and chèvre
• Organic plum tomato and fresh mozzarella salad with extra virgin olive oil, cracked black pepper and aged balsamic drizzle

Course Two (choose one)

• Farmhouse Bouillabaisse – lobster, shrimp & scallops in a aromatic chardonnay-saffron broth served over saffron risotto,
• Frenched Rack of Lamb with Rosemary- dijon demi glace, scalloped potatoes and grilled asparagus
• Pistachio – Panko Crusted Halibut, pan seared and finished with meyer lemon – tarragon butter, basmati rice pilaf and grilled asparagus
• Roasted Center Cut Filet Mignon with chanterelle mushroom and shallot ragout scalloped potatoes and roasted brussels sprouts
• Cornish Game Hen with curried thyme jus, fig and cornbread stuffing, roasted Brussels sprouts

Dessert (Choose One)

• Espresso infused chocolate mousse topped with fresh vanilla whipped cream and shaved dark chocolate
• Braeburn apple tart tatin, caramelized apples on a french pastry crust with vanilla ice cream and caramel lattice
• Raspberry sorbet served with fresh berries and framboise coulis

For an experience you can truly fall in love with, feed your passions this Valentine’s Day at Paramour. Photo courtesy of Tom Crane.

Paramour

Friday, February 10th through Tuesday, February 14th
139 East Lancaster Avenue
Wayne, PA
ParamourWayne.com
610-977-0600

From Friday, February 10th until Tuesday, February 14th , Paramour will serve a variety of special dishes and offer a romantic night at the hotel, including credit towards dinner, luxurious amenities and a guaranteed reservation at the restaurant on one of the busiest weekends of the year. “Whether they’re looking for a romantic evening or to relish in an exquisite meal, we’ve got something for everyone this season,” says Executive Chef Michael Giampa.

Guests can enjoy ‘The Perfect Valentine’s Package’ that includes a King Superior Room for two with late check-out, continental breakfast for two, a dozen roses, a split of Gruet Brut sparkling wine, a box of Godiva chocolates, a guaranteed dinner reservation for two at Paramour and a $50 Paramour gift card. This package, including all hotel taxes, is $329 per couple.

For those who’d like to dine in style, Paramour is also offering special additions to their menu. Offerings will include: Chilled Atlantic Seafood Plate, Grilled Maine Lobster, Surf & Turf and a Contemporary Dessert Sampler for two.

Click here for the full menu.

Glenmorgan Bar & Grill at The Radnor Hotel

Saturday, February 4th Children’s Tea
Friday, February 10th-Tuesday, February 14th
5pm-10pm
591 East Lancaster Avenue
Radnor, PA
610-341-3188
glenmorgan.com
Four course prix-fixe, $99 per couple

On Saturday, February 4th, from 1pm to 3pm, The Radnor will host its annual Children’s Valentine’s Tea. Guests will be welcomed and escorted by the Valentine Fairy where magic, fun, and entertainment are plentiful. They will enjoy a selection of scones, sandwiches, miniature pastries and cookies, as well as an assortment of tea, sparkling apple cider, hot chocolate, and chocolate milk. The cost of the tea is $59.95 for 1 adult & 1 child, excluding tax and gratuity. It is ideal for kids’ ages 3 to 8 years. Advanced ticket purchase and reservations required, please call: 610.341.3146. For more information on Children’s Saturday Afternoon Tea, please visit radnorhotel.com.

From Friday, February 10th until Tuesday, February 14th, guests of The Radnor can enjoy an exceptional overnight package that includes deluxe overnight accommodations, a bottle of chilled champagne, chocolate truffles, a long stem red rose, a four-course prix fixe dinner for two and deluxe breakfast for two. This all-inclusive package is only $289 per couple.

Couples with no time for an overnight getaway can come to Glenmorgan Bar & Grill from Friday, February 10th until Tuesday, February 14th, 2012 to savor a four-course prix fixe dinner for two in celebration of Valentine’s Day. This sumptuous meal is only $99 per couple and includes dishes such as Scallop & Smoked Bacon Gratin, Dijon Herb Rack of Lamb, Grouper & Raspberry Beurre Rouge and decadent Brownie Sundae to share. To view the full menu, click here.

Sullivan’s has an outstanding value for Valentine’s Day: 3 courses, plus a choice of a delicious side, per couple for only $89!

Sullivan’s Steakhouse

Tuesday, February 14th
700 West Dekalb Pike
King of Prussia, PA
610-878-9025
3 courses for two people, $89

Starters (choose one)

• Caesar Salad
• Iceberg Lettuce Wedge Blue Cheese
• Mixed Greens Salad Vinagrette
• Shrimp & Lobster Bisque

Entrees (choose one)

• Filet Mignon 8 oz.
• Ribeye 16 oz.
• New York Strip 12 oz.
• Lamb Chops Triple Cut
• Roasted Chicken “Picatta Style”
• Broiled Salmon Steak
• Crab Stuffed Shrimp

Add a half Australian lobster tail for an additional $20.
Oscar Style-jumbo lump crab, asparagus & béarnaise for an additional $10.

Sides (choose one)

• Creamed Spinach
• Broccoli with Garlic
• Asparagus with Hollandaise
• Steakhouse Style Mushroom Caps
• Horseradish Mashed Potatoes
• Giant Baked Potato

Lobster macaroni and cheese for an additional $8.

Desserts (choose one)

• Chocolate Mousse & Berries
• Key Lime Pie
• Chocolate Covered Strawberries
• New York Style Cheesecake
• Bananas Foster Bread Pudding
• Ice Cream or Sorbet

Redhound Grille

Friday, February 10th, Saturday, February 11th and Tuesday, February 14th
128 Paoli Pike
Paoli, PA
484-318-8047
RedhoundGrille.com
3 courses, $40 per person

Redhound Grille is offering a Valentine’s Day three course $40 menu on Friday, February 10th, Saturday, February 11th and Tuesday, February 14th. On the 14th, the restaurant will have romantic acoustic music from Chris and Kallina Holt from 7pm to 9pm. Valentine’s Day menu highlights include appetizers: clam casino, strawberry salad, lobster bisque, seafood flatbread; entrees: filet mignon, paella, Scottish salmon wellington, potato gnocchi and blackened rib eye. They will also have a full selection of their popular desserts.

Featured homepage photo of ‘Angel Eyes’, available for adoption at the Delco SPCA, courtesy of ME Photo and Design. Redhound Grille photo courtesy of Betsy Barron Photography.

Be Mine on the Main Line benefits our furry friends at the Delaware County SPCA.

Calling all local animal lovers!

‘Be Mine on the Main Line,’ AroundMainLine.com’s signature charity event, returns this February for a fantastic evening of fundraising and fun for our favorite furry friends.

Join us Thursday, February 9th from 6pm to 8pm at Redhound Grille in Paoli as we host our annual Valentine’s-themed party to benefit the Delaware County SPCA. There is no cover to attend.

A portion of the night’s proceeds from the $25 special ‘Be Mine on the Main Line’ dinner menu at Redhound will be donated to the Delaware County SPCA! In addition, staff members from the Delaware County SPCA will be accepting donations directly, meeting and mingling with guests and selling raffle items throughout the night.

Please sport your finest red outfit to set the stage for a night of love and laughter for a very important cause.

Kindly RSVP on Facebook or email: rsvp@aroundmainline.com

Thank you everyone and see you all Thursday, Feb 9th!

**PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS RAIN, SNOW OR SHINE**

**DUE TO STATE HEALTH CODES, ANIMALS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT THIS EVENT**

Redhound Grille’s Be Mine on the Main Line
$25 Menu

(3 courses, one choice per course. Exclusive of tax, gratuity and alcohol. Includes a selection of that night’s desserts.)

APPETIZERS

A portion of the night's proceeds from the $25 special 'Be Mine on the Main Line' dinner menu at Redhound will be donated to the Delaware County SPCA!

Lager-Steamed Mussels
Steamed Mussels in Lager with Smoked Gouda, Sun Dried Tomatoes and House-Cured Bacon served with Garlic Bread

Flat Bread of the Day

Hummus Plate
Grilled Pita, Homemade Hummus, Olives and Roasted Red Peppers

Mixed Green Salad
Organic Spring Mix, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, shredded Carrots and sliced Red Onions with Choice of Dressing

Spinach Salad
Organic Baby Spinach, Roasted Butternut Squash, Dried Cranberries and Asiago Cheese with Citrus Vinagrette

Hand-Cut Fries or Hand-Cut Sweet Potato Fries
With Ketchup and Smoked Paprika Aoli

Soup of the Day

ENTREES

Grilled Black Angus Dry-Aged Hanger Steak
Balsamic-Marinated Hanger Steak served with Sautéed Mushrooms, House Steak Sauce and Hand-Cut Fries

Barbeque Braised Short Ribs
Slow-Braised Boneless Short Ribs of Beef with Pan Jus

Lamb Shanks
Braised Lamb Shanks in Red Wine served with a White Bean Cassoulet

Skillet Chicken
Skillet Roasted Organic Breast of Chicken with a Lager Pan Jus

Fish of the Day

Vegetarian Gnocchi
Gnocchi, Sautéed Spinach, Butternut Squash, Mushrooms and Dried Cranberries in a Gorgonzola Cream Sauce

Classic Mushroom Risotto
A blend of Kennett Square Mushrooms with a hint of White Wine and fresh Herbs

About Redhound Grille

Redhound Grille is located at 128 Paoli Pike in Paoli, PA. To make reservations for ‘Be Mine on the Main Line’ call 484-318-8047. For additional promotions and specials visit their website: redhoundgrille.com.

Photos courtesy of Betsy Barron Photography

Red hot and oh-so-super-sexy…shop Paoli’s VanCleve for your 2012 Red Ball gown and chic accessories while giving back to Philly’s Red Cross on Thursday, January 26th!

Paoli’s renowned VanCleve Collection rolls out the red carpet for an exclusive evening of formal gown and cocktail dress shopping and savings in honor of the much-anticipated Red Ball 2012 this Thursday, January 26th. Shop all day long ladies and receive 25% off all merchandise and join in raising vital funds to benefit the American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter!

We hope to see you for another signature VanCleve shopping extravaganza bringing the Main Line’s best formalwear retailer and personal shopping services to women looking to “make an appearance” at the area’s renowned formal event.

RSVPs and walk-ins are welcome. For more information call 610.647.5055.

The 13th Annual Red Ball

The 2012 Red Ball will take place Saturday, March 10th at the Please Touch Museum at Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park from 8 p.m. to midnight. The Red Ball is a “red-tie” gala featuring food tasting from 40 of Philadelphia’s premiere restaurants as well as dancing and luxury auction items. The event raises money for Red Cross House, a one-of-a-kind short-term housing facility in West Philadelphia.

The Red Ball, presented by ModSpace, attracts more than 1,100 guests from the Greater Philadelphia area’s business and social communities!

Click here to purchase tickets to the Red Ball.

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About the VanCleve Collection

Celebrating 25 years of style in their renowned location on Lancaster Avenue in Paoli, the VanCleve Collection caters to all women 17 to 70. Come in and meet with any of their experienced and friendly sales consultants to receive one-on-one personable service that will make your shopping experience fun and truly memorable. VanCleve will deliver and offers expert alterations, special orders, stunning accessories, jewelry and shoes. Their motto: “Yes, we can!”

Address: 68 East Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA 19301
Phone: 610.647-5055
Website: vanclevecollection.com
Hours: Mon: 10am to 5pm; Tues-Thurs 10am to 5pm; Fri & Sat 10am to 5pm

Featured photo of Ruth’s Chris Steak House courtesy of Betsy Barron Photography. A la Maison Bistro photo courtesy of Courtney Apple Photography.

A la Maison Bistro in Ardmore has a fantastic dinner menu planned for New Year’s Eve along with a Christmas Eve brunch not to be missed.

Thinking of dining out around the Main Line this year for New Year’s Eve? You are not alone. Over 100 million Americans will dine out this New Year’s Eve. AML hunted around and found the six top local spots. Happy New Year!

Sarah Lockard

A la Maison Bistro

Ardmore, PA
alamaisonbistro.com
Ardmore’s popular French BYO A la Maison Bistro has a fantastic New Year’s Eve night planned with a $160 three-course prix-fixe dinner per couple (plus dessert, live music and champagne). In addition, A la Maison is serving a Christmas Eve brunch with a buffet and a selection of a main course for $29. Call 484-412-8009 to make your reservations.

Redhound Grille

Paoli, PA
redhoundgrille.com
Paoli’ Redhound Grille has a fantastic New Year’s party planned! Enjoy a three-course prix-fixe dinner for $45, live music and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Guests will be shaking their tails into 2012 thanks to the popular band Special Brew’d. Visit redhoundgrille.com for additional details and a complete menu.

The Radisson Valley Forge

King of Prussia, PA
valleyforgenye.com
The Radisson’s popular masquerade party returns this year. Join guests in the Waterford Ballroom for an enchanting evening from 8:30 to 1:30 a.m. Tickets are $99 per person with tax and gratuity included. The Radisson will provide masks during the event but recommends you find an elegant mask to match your attire and personality! Guests will enjoy live music by Vibe Tribe, premium dinner and dessert stations, a deluxe bar package, champagne toast at midnight, party favors and masks, complimentary parking. Watch the ball drop live from New York City on the big screen at midnight! Cocktail party attire and masks are encouraged. For tickets call 610-354-8000. Overnight packages are also available—call 610-768-3215.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

King of Prussia, PA
ruthschriskop.com
Ring in the new year at one of the region’s most beloved steakhouses—King of Prussia’s Ruth’s Chris. Recently renovated and now serving lunch since December 1st, Ruth’s Chris has a fresh face and elegant new look. Book one of their private dining rooms for you and your friends and toast 2012 in style! Call Julie Devaney, director of private dining, at 610-992-1818 or email: sales.ruthschriskop@gmail.com.

Ella’s American Bistro

Wayne,PA
ellasamericanbistro.com
The Main Line’s hottest new restaurant, which opened Monday, December 19th, will be serving an exciting prix-fixe dinner menu throughout the evening on NYE. Ella’s American Bistro and Bar is an upscale casual restaurant with the focus on a local farm-to-table dining concept.

The Gables at Chadds Ford

Chadds Ford, PA
thegablesatchaddsford.com
The Gables offers one of the region’s most romantic dining scenes, as the historic building and barn dates back to the 1800’s. From 7pm to 10pm on NYE enjoy music and entertainment from Peter Scott Ruben, a popular Frank Sinatra impersonator. Celebrating the new year at The Gables is an excellent choice. You and your friends will have a fantastic night of dinner, music and dancing complimented by the festive atmosphere of the The Gables—gorgeously decorated for the holiday season.

Photos courtesy of Betsy Barron Photography

Survive the holiday season gluten-free thanks to Paoli Hospital’s upcoming November 3rd event! Dr. Keith Laskin is the medical director of Paoli’s Celiac Center.

The holidays are right around the corner and that means family, friends, festivities, and plenty of food. But for those with food intolerances, such as celiac disease, the holidays can be quite a challenge.

It’s hard to imagine that something as seemingly harmless as a piece of bread at a holiday dinner or party could make someone sick. Yet for people with celiac disease, consuming foods containing a protein called gluten, which is found in wheat, rye, and barley, can be very harmful, damaging the small intestine and interfering with the absorption of vital nutrients from food.

“The good news is for people with celiac disease, they can still safely enjoy many of their favorite holiday recipes and traditional holiday foods—it just takes some planning, creativity and communication,” says Nancy Falini, MA, RD, LDN, nationally recognized celiac nutrition specialist and consultant to the Celiac Center at Paoli Hospital.

To learn how to create your own gluten-free holiday celebration, the Celiac Center at Paoli Hospital is hosting “Gluten Free Holiday Entertaining” on Thursday, November 3rd, 2011 from 6pm to 8:15pm in the Hospital’s Potter Room. The event features Nancy as a guest speaker and samples of gluten-free delicacies from local caterers. Guests are encouraged to bring their own gluten-free favorite holiday recipe to be posted on the Center’s website and for a chance to win a prize.

The Celiac Center at Paoli Hospital is Chester County’s first resource created to raise awareness, educate the community, and provide support for patients unable to digest gluten, a common ingredient found in many foods, including bread and pasta. The Center consists of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nutritionists, nurses, pharmacists, and community educators, who campaign to increase community and physician awareness, expand knowledge, and provide support and disease management for patients and their families. The Center has already inspired a variety of gluten-free items to be included on the hospital’s menu and in the cafeteria.

Dr. Keith Laskin is the medical director of the Celiac Center. He is board certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed a residency and fellowship at Temple University Hospital.

Attendees are welcome to bring a friend or relative along to the November 3rd event. Registration is required. Call 1-866-CALL-MLH or visit mainlinehealth.org/events. Seating is very limited so be sure to RSVP today.

For more information about celiac disease or the Celiac Center at Paoli Hospital, call 1-866-CELIAC-1 (866-235-4221).

Photos courtesy of Courtney Apple Photography. Mondays Without Meat logo design courtesy of Sevag Creative Agency.

White Dog Wayne is resourcing its local farms for fresh, seasonal items to include in its exciting Mondays Without Meat menu options.

Beginning Monday, July 11th, AroundMainLine.com’s Mondays Without Meat encourages vegetarian options at local restaurants around the Main Line. Eight restaurants are participating and will be offering diner specials each of the four Mondays—through August 1st—focusing on new or prix fixe vegetarian appetizers and entrees.

It’s the perfect time of year to embrace the seasonal fruits and vegetables that our chefs across the region can resource. In addition, we are highlighting restaurants that have a special vested interest in their vegetarian customers.

We encourage you to make reservations for Mondays Without Meat this week. The full list of restaurants is below with many offering menu details. In addition, we will be updating AroundMainLine.com’s Facebook page as we receive restaurant information.

Follow Mondays Without Meat on Twitter: @MondaysWOMeat

A very sincere thanks to our fantastic participants and we hope you enjoy the inaugural Mondays Without Meat.

Bon Appetit!
Sarah Lockard
AroundMainLine.com Publisher

Eight Participating Restaurants for Mondays Without Meat

Alfredo BYO, Berwyn
Doc Magrogan’s Oyster House, West Chester
Gullifty’s, Rosemont
Harvest Seasonal Grill and Wine Bar, Glen Mills
Khajuraho India BYO, Ardmore
Red Hound Grille, Paoli
Saffron Indian Kitchen, Bala Cynwyd
White Dog Wayne

Mondays Without Meat Sample Menus

Restaurants may be offering additional or different options depending on the popularity of dishes. Sample menus are subject to availability.

Harvest Seasonal Grill and Wine Bar, Glen Mills

Spinach and Artichoke Dip Appetizer
Roasted Garlic, White Truffle Panko, Asiago Cream & Toasted Pita

Truffled Caprese Salad
Heirloom Tomatoes, House Made Mozzarella, White Truffle & Ricotta Cream

Pear and Blue Cheese Flatbread
Seasonal Pears, Birch Run Hills Farm Bleu Cheese, Baby Arugula & Fig Glaze

Tofu Stir Fry
Baby Bok Choy, Carrots, Pineapple, Yellow Peppers & Snow Peas

Choice of Dessert

Doc Magrogan’s Oyster House, West Chester

Cashew Encrusted Tilapia
Served with Jamaican Rum Butter Sauce and Mango Salsa

Thai Chili Glazed Tuna
Served with a Wakame Seaweed Salad and a Wasabi Sauce

Doc’s Salmon
Served over Sweet Potato and Crab Meat Hash with BBQ Burre Blanc

Saffron Indian Kitchen, Bala Cynwyd

Vegetarian prix fixe special:
$14.00 per person for 3 courses

Appetizer

Bekaneri Kabob-a crisp golden fried kabob made from grated vegetables and spices

Entree (choice of one)

Chana Saag-served with grilled tandoori vegetables and saffron rice

Navratan Korma-A blend of mix vegetables cooked in a creamy cashew sauce, served with grilled tandoori vegetables and saffron rice

Dessert (choice of one)

Naan or Whole Wheat Roti.

White Dog Wayne

Appetizers

Summer Fruit Salad—baby arugula, local berries, watermelon, feta cheese, marcona almonds, aged balsamic vinaigrette

DiBruno Brothers Burrata—heirloom tomatoes, torn croutons, basil pesto

Entrees

Vegetable Enchiladas—branch creek farm zucchini blossoms, fresh tomatillo puree, avocado, micro cilantro

Wood Grilled Tofu—red pepper coulis, eggplant caponata, olive tapanade

Alfredo BYO, Berwyn

(Additional vegetarian options will also be available during Mondays Without Meat)

Yellow Fin Tuna Tartare served with avocado

Olive Board, marinated mix & bagna cauda

Smoked Eggplant Braciole, filled with fresh house made ricotta, San Marzano salsa verde

Seasonal Homemade Gelato, daily selection

Khajuraho India BYO, Ardmore

Vegetarian prix fixe special:
$15.95 per person for 2 courses (appetizer and entree)
$17.95 per person for 3 courses (appetizer, entree and dessert)

Customers can choose from the current vegetarian menu options, plus the following:

Eggplant Spread (appetizer)

Pakora Curry (entree)

Redhound Grille, Paoli

July 11th

Mediterranean Plate
Homemade Hummus with grilled Pita Bread served with Olive Medley and Roasted Red Peppers

Falafel Sandwich
Falafel served on grilled Pita Bread with Hummus and fresh Bean Sprouts

July 18th

Arugula Salad
Herbed Goat Cheese Croquette, toasted Almonds and a Raspberry Vinagrette

Vegetarian Moussaka
Layers of Grilled Eggplant with fresh Tomato Basil Sauce and Mozzarella Cheese

July 25th

Chilled Melon Soup

Fresh Tomato Mozzarella Flatbread Pizza with fresh Basil

August 1st

Grilled Watermelon
Topped with wilted Mixed Greens, Goat Cheese and Balsamic Reduction

Potato Gnocchi
Baby Spinach, Roasted Butternut Squash, Exotic Mushrooms and a Mushroom Broth

Gullifty’s, Rosemont

Grilled Summer Vegetables (Vegan)
Served over short grain brown rice with a balsamic reduction

Baked Brie
Peach sauce, toasted pine nuts, fresh basil

Basil Pesto Pizza
Roasted red peppers

Fettucine Alfredo
Portobello mushrooms, red onion and fresh blueberries

Photos courtesy of Courtney Apple Photography

Matthew Christopher’s ‘Diana’ dress, designed before The Royal Wedding and ironically named, embodies the essence of Pippa Middleton’s elegant bias-cut gown. It’s available at Paoli’s Wedding Pavilion.

Main Line and suburban brides-to-be have an exciting opportunity to ‘Say Yes to the Dress’ this weekend as Paoli’s popular VanCleve Wedding Pavilion plays host to two major designers.

Deborah VanCleve, the Main Line’s award-winning wedding and women’s fashion arbiter and atelier, opens her doors of the renowned Wedding Pavilion to toast the nuptials of England’s Princess Catherine and Prince William hosting a pair of trunk shows.

Starting Friday, May 20th from 10.a.m. to 5 p.m., Van Cleve will be showcasing an extensive collection of designer Sara Gabriel’s accessories. Gabriel’s latest creations include distinctive fascinators, headpieces, combs, hats, and veils. For those Main Line brides looking to interpret the millinery showcased at The Royal Wedding, Gabriel offers a sophisticated variety of choices. In addition to this weekend, Sara Gabriel’s new accessories will be available at VanCleve for the next few weeks.

On both Friday and Saturday, New York City’s award-winning wedding gown designer Matthew Christopher Sobaski, of the Matthew Christopher line, will be on hand to meet and advise brides-to-be. Established in 2002, Christopher caters to upscale clientele—each piece is tailored to exact specifications with special attention paid to the intricate details that make each gown the centerpiece of a bride’s wedding day. From molded bodices and sculpted necklines reminiscent of old-world elegance, Matthew Christopher’s signature style of only using the finest silks, satins and tulles, coupled with delicate detailing, continue to set him apart in bridal couture fashion.

The VanCleve Wedding Pavilion’s Exclusive Trunk Shows

When: Friday, May 20th and Saturday, May 21st, 2011 10.a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: The VanCleve Wedding Pavilion, 72 East Lancaster Avenue, Paoli, PA

Details: Award-winning wedding gown designer Matthew Christopher and accessory designer Sara Gabriel will be showcasing their work at this exclusive event. Tea, scones and champagne will complete the regal showcase.

Facebook Business Pages:

Click here to become a fan of VanCleve Wedding Pavilion on facebook.
Click here to become a fan of Matthew Christopher on facebook.
Click here to become a fan of Sara Gabriel on facebook.

Facebook Event: Click here to RSVP for the trunk shows and for more details on facebook.

The VanCleve Wedding Pavilion is located at 72 East Lancaster Avenue in Paoli, PA. Appointments are available by calling general manager Abigail McGrath at 610-647-5085.

AML Staff Writer
Photos Courtesy of Kevin E. McPherson

Going home with gluten-free! Homecooked offers bimonthly gluten-free menus for their growing celiac customer base.

Claire Phillips was working 50-60 hours a week as a marketing manager for a large pharmaceutical company in Santa Monica a few years back and starting to feel a bit burned out. A natural love of cooking was part of her creative personality and a great hobby she embraced as a child growing up in Lancaster. But, with a demanding career, cooking a delicious, healthy meal every night became more difficult and time-consuming. Then Phillips and her boyfriend stumbled upon a small business in their California neighborhood that offered affordable, convenient prepared foods for on-the-go, health-conscious consumers. It quickly became a staple of their hectic lifestyle-too busy (and tired) to stop at the grocery store after a long days work.

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