A M ONTHLY N EWSLETTER FOR M EMBERS OF T HE A THENAEUM n T HE C ALIFORNIA I NSTITUTE OF T ECHNOLOGY
APRIL 2012
Easter Sunday
A Platinum Club
of America
EASTER BRUNCH
Seating: 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. every half hour
Egg Hunts: 10:30 a.m. / 12:00 p.m. / 1:30 p.m.
$45.00 per person / $50.00 per person after April 1st
$25.00 for children 4-11 years
Complimentary for children 3 years & under
On the beautiful patio and along the Olive Walk is the perfect Easter Sunday setting for you and your
family. Join us for our holiday brunch and children’s Easter Egg Hunts with a special visit from the Easter
Bunny. Children must bring their own Easter basket. Prizes will be awarded at each egg hunt to the
children who find one of the 14 Golden Eggs. Egg hunts are available for both younger and older children.
The egg hunt is for Athenaeum members and their guests only. Only children with brunch reservations are
eligible for the Golden Egg prizes.
SUNDAY, APRIL 8
Celebrate the holiday with
your family at our lovely
brunch buffet featuring
children’s egg hunts and
a visit from the
Easter Bunny.
ADMINISTRATIVE
PROFESSIONALS WEEK
MONDAY, APRIL 23 FRIDAY, APRIL 27
Treat the most important
people in your office to
lunch at The Athenaeum
and enjoy a free dessert
from our menu.
Breakfast, Lunch,
Dinner and Special Events
(626) 395-8282
Hotel Rooms
(626) 395-8200
551 South Hill Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91106
WEDNESDAY, MAY 2
International Nights are the perfect
way to explore the culinary world
without leaving town. Join us for
these special dining experiences.
International prix-fixe dinners are available in addition to á la
carte dinner. See menus on page 5.
The smooth and spicy flavors of
tequila is explored at this exclusive
tasting event. Enjoy multiple
tequila sections paired with a
Mexican tasting menu. Visit our website for featured
tequilas.
MONDAY, APRIL 9 – Galicia
MONDAY, APRIL 23 – Polynesia
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. seating every half hour
$25.00 per person
6:30 p.m. Reception
$25.00 per person
Cinco De Mayo
Specials
Beer Dinner
Pales, ales, lagers, and porters.
This beer dinner has something
for every beer-drinkers'
preference. Get a taste of a variety
of beers from around the world.
We’ve carefully crafted each course to pair perfectly and
complement the flavor of each beer. See menu on page 5.
FRIDAY, APRIL 13
6:30 p.m. Reception / 7:00 p.m. Dinner
$60.00 per person
Reservations
Tequila Tasting
International
Nights
Chef’s Cooking
Class
Entrée Salads & Knife Skills
Crisp, fresh, and flavorful are
just a few ways to describe a great
salad. Chef Kevin takes us through the different variations
and basic essentials for preparing a delicious entrée salad
that’s filling and nutritious. See menu on page 5.
SATURDAY, APRIL 21
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (class begins promptly)
$80.00 per person
Fiesta in the Rathskeller
Come and get your fill of
Mexican favorites. We’re
celebrating with a Mexican theme evening in the
Rathskeller. Get your fill of authentic food and beverage
specials and bring your amigos for a great fiesta!
FRIDAY, MAY 4
4:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Chef's Cooking
Class
Mexican Cuisine
This class will surely be a
cooking fiesta! Join us on Cinco
De Mayo for a cooking class specializing in your favorite
Mexican recipes. After learning some awesome dishes,
enjoy a class luncheon to savor your creations. Visit our
website for class menu.
SATURDAY, MAY 5
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (class begins promptly)
$80.00 per person
Employee of the Month
(Marisu’s Message Corner)
February 2012
Spring is like a perhaps hand
LESLIE O’DELL
Leslie O’Dell started at The Athenaeum in
December 2010, just in time to see the grandeur of the decorations and learn about
the club’s traditional holiday festivities. Although busy with activities, Leslie shares
that it was the perfect first introduction to the heart and history of the club and its members. Leslie is the membership & guest relations coordinator and is primarily responsible for assisting members with reservations and facilitating reciprocal club
exchange. Leslie helps to greet the newest
members as well as maintain the accounts
of our current membership. Making sure
members stay up-to-date with club information by monthly newsletter and the
new website are the tasks Leslie takes most
satisfaction in executing.
Leslie feels fortunate to come to work at one
of the most beautiful places in Pasadena and
to be so close to home. This past November,
Leslie married her college sweetheart Justin
surrounded by family, friends, and much loved co-workers; as she married here at The Athenaeum. Leslie and Justin are excited
to be planning a summer honeymoon to Europe and reuniting with close family who reside abroad.
Congratulations!
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES INCREASE
The Athenaeum annual 5% dues increase
will become effective April 1, 2012
and will be reflected on your April statement.
Thank you for your continued support
of The Athenaeum.
Spring is like a perhaps hand
(which comes carefully
out of Nowhere) arranging
a window into which people look
(while people stare
arranging and changing placing
carefully there a strange
thing and a known thing here) and
changing everything carefully
E. E. Cummings (1894-1962)
The poem by E. E. Cummings above captures the quintessence through which The Athenaeum
plans club hosted events for members. We start by building on tradition, then, add innovative
ideas to menus, services and amenities. In our estimation, it is always spring in the club.
The dawning of spring will be celebrated at Easter Brunch on Sunday, April 8. Any member
who has been at this brunch will surely tell you how excellent the food is. The brunch is also
a sure and excellent way to gather family and friends. Three separate egg hunts and the Easter
Bunny make this event a must for all children. Make your reservations online or call the front
desk early as this is always a sell-out event.
At the beer dinner, three domestic beers (two from California and one from Utah) and two
international brews (England and Brazil) will be available at the reception. The beer dinner is
set for Friday, April 13. For dinner, the beer selection will include German, Italian, Belgian
and Canadian. This will be a great event as our culinary team will be preparing dishes to complement these beers.
Remember that it is administrative professionals’ week starting Monday, April 23 through
Friday, April 27. Bring your administrative assistant or secretary to The Athenaeum as a treat.
We are giving free desserts to all secretaries. Kindly inform your server that you are honoring
your secretary(ies) and they can select the dessert of their choice.
We have had many complimentary comments from members regarding our new website. Being
able to make your dining reservations for lunch and dinner and for club hosted events is one
of the major features of the new site. As well, membership account status can be reviewed and
paid at any time.
The Rath al Fresco opens Friday, May 25; 55 days and our countdown begins.
I look forward to seeing you all at The Athenaeum. Please drop by my office when you are next
at the club.
Marisu Jimenez
General Manager
Brazilian Carnaval
Trefethen Winemaker Dinner
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Executive Chef Kevin’s Recipe Corner
Piquillo Peppers Stuffed
with Goat Cheese
Directions
Ingredients
12 piquillo peppers
1. Place 4 piquillos in blender, purée until smooth and set aside.
6 ounces goat cheese
2. Stuff remaining piquillos with the goat cheese.
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus additional to drizzle
Sherry vinegar to drizzle
Sea salt to taste
3. Heat a skillet over medium high heat and add the 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sear piquillos on each side until they are caramelized and the cheese is melted.
4. Spoon the piquillo purée in a ring around the edge of four plates. Place two seared piquillos in the center of each. Drizzle a little olive oil, sherry vinegar and sea salt on top.
Enjoy Cooking!
Caltech Playreaders
Makes 4 Servings
as an Appetizer
Caltech Architectural Tour Service
Theater of the Imagination
The 61st Season: Lies and Deception
“The Accused” by Donald Margulies
THURSDAY, APRIL 26
10:30 a.m.
TUESDAY, APRIL 3 AT 8:00 P.M.
The Athenaeum – Hall of Associates
Join the Caltech Playreaders as they entertain audiences with
an intimate script reading performance. Enjoy the added
experience of dinner at The Athenaeum. Playreaders dinner
is available before the show at 6:00 p.m. Reservations are not
needed for the reading but are recommended for the dinner.
Please call to reserve at (626) 395-8282.
CATS, a special service of the Caltech Women’s Club, is
pleased to announce architectural tours of the campus. Tours
last approximately 1½ to 2 hours and are open to the public.
For more information, contact Susan Gray in the Office of
Communications at (626) 395-6328.
Say I Do…at The Athenaeum
BRIDAL OPEN HOUSE
Sunday, April 29, 2012 * 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
For the first time ever…
members & friends are invited to this exclusive event —
get a glimpse of the club, acquire event information, and
meet the “dream team” of wedding vendors.
Take a tour of one of the most sought after venues in Pasadena
dressed in true wedding splendor and let the history & elegance of
our facility transform your wedding into unforgettable memories
Meet our experienced Private Event Staff
Learn about our Preferred Vendors
Enjoy Hors d’oeuvres & Refreshments
See the spectacular setting of your Dream Day!
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Vendors Include:
Photographers
Florists
Cake Bakeries
Officiants
Party Rentals
Wedding Day Coordinators
Entertainment
Catering Management
Hotel Open-House Tour
Complimentary Admission
Please extend this invitation to
additional friends & family
Reservations are Required
Kindly RSVP by Tuesday, April 24th to
Private & Club Events Manager, Dior Chase
(626) 395-8263 / [email protected]
• April 2012 •
SUNDAY
MONDAY
1
Prix-Fixe Dinner
Rathskeller
Monday Night
Burgers $6
Rathskeller
Taco Night $2
Prix-Fixe Dinner
Rathskeller
Monday Night
Burgers $6
15
Rathskeller Kobe
Sliders Night $6
17
Rathskeller
Taco Night $2
29
18
Prime Rib Buffet
Rathskeller Kobe
Sliders Night $6
24
Rathskeller
Taco Night $2
5
Prix-Fixe Dinner
11
Rathskeller
Taco Night $2
Prix-Fixe Dinner
FRIDAY
Rathskeller Kobe Rathskeller Philly
Sliders Night $6
Steak Sandwich
Night $6
Prime Rib Buffet
Prix-Fixe Dinner
Prix-Fixe Dinner
Rathskeller
Monday Night
Burgers $6
Prime Rib Buffet
Prix-Fixe Dinner
22 International 23
Nights: Polynesia
THURSDAY
4
10
16
Rathskeller
Monday Night
Burgers $6
3
Prix-Fixe Dinner
Prix-Fixe Dinner
WEDNESDAY
2
8 International
9
Nights: Galicia
Easter Brunch
TUESDAY
25
Prime Rib Buffet
Rathskeller Kobe
Sliders Night $6
SATURDAY
6
7
Prix-Fixe Dinner
Rathskeller All
You Can Eat
Tostada Buffet
12
13
14
Beer Dinner
Prix-Fixe
Dinner
Rathskeller Philly
Prix-Fixe Dinner
Steak Sandwich
Night $6
Rathskeller All
You Can Eat
Tostada Buffet
19
20
21
Prix-Fixe Dinner
Prix-Fixe Dinner
Rathskeller Philly
Steak Sandwich
Night $6
Chef’s Cooking
Class:
Rathskeller All
You Can Eat
Tostada Buffet
Entrée Salads &
Knife Skills
26
27
Prix-Fixe Dinner
Prix-Fixe Dinner
Rathskeller Philly
Steak Sandwich
Night $6
Rathskeller All
You Can Eat
Tostada Buffet
28
30
Administrative Professionals Week
MONDAY, APRIL 23 - FRIDAY, APRIL 27
Prix-Fixe Dinner
Rathskeller
Monday Night
Burgers $6
Enjoy a complimentary dessert
when you join us for lunch!
New Members
Dr. Thomas Bjorklund
Mr. Carl Blumenfeld
Dr. Michael Cann
Mr. Liubomir Chiriac
Dr. Johan Chu
Mr. Matthew Coggon
Ms. Laura Conwill
Ms. Susan Davis
Mr. Gregory Donaldson
Mr. Larry Edmonds
Mrs. Kathryn McEachern Glackin
Mr. Wentao Huang
Mr. Robert Hunt Ii
Ms. Stephanie Johnson
Mr. Benjamin Liau
Mr. Thomas Livermore
Ms. Linda Lo
Prof. Luiz Lourenco
Dr. Siarhei Manakou
Dr. William McGrath
Mr. Prakhar Mehrotra
Ms. Stephanie Mitchell
Mr. Jonathan Morgan
Mr. Robert Palazzo
Dr. Laura Parsley
Ms. Melinda Ruoff
Ms. Namiko Saito
Dr. Brian Trease
Ms. Emily Tsui
Mr. Tom Wilson
Dr. Jenny Yang
Mr. Scott Yantek
Dr. Moriel Zelikowsky
Prof. Hans Zima
Coming in May
Tequila Tasting
Taste of California
WEDNESDAY, MAY 2
Exclusive Wine Tasting Event
FRIDAY, MAY 11
Cinco De Mayo
Rathskeller Fiesta & Specials
FRIDAY, MAY 4
Chef’s Cooking Class:
Mother’s Day Brunch
SUNDAY, MAY 13
Rath Al Fresco
Mexican Cuisine
SATURDAY, MAY 5
Summer 2012 Grand Re-Opening
FRIDAY, MAY 25
International Nights
Memorial Day
Holiday
MONDAY, MAY 7
Mexico
MONDAY, MAY 21
Venice
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The Athenaeum Closed
MONDAY, MAY 28
Easter Brunch
SUNDAY, APRIL 8
Omelets Made to Order
9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., seating every half hour
Mushrooms, Tomato, Scallion, Grilled Chicken, Olives, Ham, Peppers,
Monterey Jack, Cheddar and Feta
$45.00 per person / $50.00 per person after April 2
$25.00 for children 4-11 years / Complimentary for children 3 years & under
Belgian Waffle and Pancake Bar
La Boulangerie
Freshly made waffles and pancakes with apple raisin compote, fresh berries,
caramel bananas, whip cream and maple syrup
Sticky Buns, Cinnamon Rolls, Assorted Fruit Danish
Homemade Scones with Meyer Lemon Curd and Preserves
Bran Muffins, Carrot Raisin Muffins, Blueberry Cream Muffins
Rosemary Olive Oil Bread, Fruit and Nut Bread
Entrees Du Jour
Garlic and Rosemary Roasted Prime Rib with Creamed Horseradish
Moroccan Spiced Leg of Lamb with Harissa Jus
Grilled Rosemary Orange Chicken
Local Rockfish with Tomato, Olive and Caper Salsa
Vegetable Risotto with Peas, Mushrooms, Asparagus and Herbs
Olive Oil Roast Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Blue Lake Green Beans with Multi Colored Carrots and Tarragon
Oceanside Iced Seafood
Peel and Eat Mexican Shrimp, Oysters on the Half Shell, King Crab Legs
Applewood Smoked Salmon
Spring Salad Menu
Caesar Salad, Butter Bean Tomato Salad
Thai Rice Noodle Vegetable Salad with Chicken and Sweet Chili Scallion Vinaigrette
Chilled Tortellini Salad with Roasted Peppers, Shrimp and Basil
Bocconcini Caprese Salad, Marinated Mushrooms, Artichokes and Grape Tomatoes
Citrus Avocado Salad with Bibb Lettuce
Spring Fresh Fruit Display
Kids Corner
Raspberry Lemon French Toast
Macaroni and Cheese, Mini Sliders, Chicken Parmigan
Sweet Endings
Assorted French Pastries, Homemade Cookies, Shot Glass Desserts
Assorted Mini Tarts, Chocolate Fountain, Stonefruit Cobbler
Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding and Cheesecake Lollipops
Breakfast Lineup
Asparagus, Olive and Gruyere Quiche
Lingonberry Pancakes
Nueske Applewood Smoked Bacon, Homemade Chicken Sausage
Potatoes with Sweet Onion, Roasted Pepper and Cheese Curds
Juices
Orange, Grapefruit, Cranberry and Apple Juices
Beer Dinner
International Nights
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. seating every half hour
$25.00 per person
FRIDAY, APRIL 13
6:30 p.m. Reception / 7:00 p.m. Dinner
$60.00 per person
MONDAY, APRIL 9
Reception
Passed Hors d’oeuvres
Galicia
Spicy Fish and Chips
Tuna and Goat Cheese Empanadillas
Cocido Gallego
Tarta de Santiago
Ahi Poke Spoon
Stations
Mole Braised Short Rib
yam cake
Duck Tacos
five spice, green onions,
plum sauce
Fullers, Vintage Ale 2009, England
Xingu, Black Lager, Brazil
Scrimshaw, Pilsner, California
Uinta, Dubhe Imperial Black IPA, Utah
Anderson Valley, Poleeko Gold Pale Ale, California
MONDAY, APRIL 23
Polynesia
Pupu Platter
crab Rangoon, shoyu poke, Polynesian pork rib
Dinner
Appetizer Trio
crispy pork belly with caraway slaw
spatzle with Tilsiter cheese and caramelized onions
roasted walnut soup
Hofbräu München, Maibock, Germany
Mahi Mahi Lau Lau
pineapple almond fried rice, sweet potato, sautéed spinach
Baked Taro Pudding
pineapple coconut sorbet
Cioppino
tomato seafood stew with grilled ciabatta and rouille
Brùton, Lilith, Italy
Chef’s Cooking Class
Entrée Salads & Knife Skills
SATURDAY, APRIL 21
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
$80.00 per person
Orange Fennel Crusted Venison Loin
morels, sweet potato frites, blueberry demi, hazelnut oil
Gouden Carolus, Tripel, Belgium
Modern “Caesar”
Chopped Salad
Southwest Salad
Salade Nicoise
Sesame Crusted Chinese Chicken Salad
Apple Tarte Tatin
burnt orange ice cream, maple crème anglaise
Unibroue, Éphémère, Canada
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ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED
Athenaeum Administration and Staff
Chair, Board of Governors
GARY LORDEN
Phone: (626) 395-4349
Email: [email protected]
Director, Food & Beverage
JERRY RODRIGUEZ
Phone: (626) 395-8261
Email: [email protected]
Manager, Private & Club Events
MILKO RIVERA
Phone: (626) 395-8206
Email: [email protected]
Chair, House Committee
MARIANNE BRONNER
Phone: (626) 395-3355
Email: [email protected]
Assistant Director, Food & Beverage
MURILLO MIRANDA, JR.
Phone: (626) 395-8209
Email: [email protected]
Director, Hotel Operations &
Membership
MARGARET McVEY THOMAS
Phone: (626) 395-8271
Email: [email protected]
General Manager
MARISU JIMENEZ, CCM
Phone: (626) 395-8260
Email: [email protected]
Club Dining Manager
DEXTER JEREMIAH
Phone: (626) 395-8205
Email: [email protected]
Executive Chef
KEVIN ISACSSON, CEC
Phone: (626) 395-8293
Email: [email protected]
Director, Private & Club Events
VICTORIA HIDALGO, CPCE
Phone: (626) 395-8264
Email: [email protected]
Director, Fiscal Operations
KAREN HARMON, CPA
Phone: (626) 395-8267
Email: [email protected]
Manager, Private Events
DIOR CHASE
Phone: (626) 395-8263
Email: [email protected]
Membership & Guest Relations Coordinator
LESLIE O'DELL
Phone: (626) 395-8266
Email: [email protected]
Lunch and Dinner Reservations,
Special Events Reservations
(626) 395-8282
Front Desk & Guest Room
Reservations
Phone: (626) 395-8200
Fax: (626) 795-0869
Dining Room Schedule
Lunch & Dinner Reservations
(626) 395-8282
Breakfast
Monday to Friday – 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Lunch
Monday to Friday – 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Dinner
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Prime Rib Buffet
Every Wednesday Evening
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
(Non-beef options are always available)
Hayman Lounge
Bar Service
Monday to Friday – 4:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Food Service
Monday to Friday – 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Rathskeller
551 South Hill Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91106
http://athenaeum.caltech.edu
Monday to Friday – 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Bar open until 9:00 p.m.
(10:00 p.m. on Fridays)