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A MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR MEMBERS OF THE ATHENAEUM n THE CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

DECEMBER 2012

Reservations

Breakfast, Lunch,

Dinner and Special Events

http://athenaeum.caltech.edu

Hotel Rooms(626) 395-8200

551 South Hill AvenuePasadena, CA 91106

A Platinum Club of America

Happy Holidays

The Athenaeum will be closed for breakfast, lunch, and dinner from

Saturday, December 22nd through Tuesday, January 1st, 2013 in observance of the holidays. Continental breakfast will be offered to our hotel guests only from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The Athenaeum will resume its full services on Wednesday,

January 2nd.

Holiday BrunchGather the family and close friends for a spectacular morning brunch. Our endless buffet is abundant with all of your breakfast

favorites plus our holiday specialties. Our holiday brunch is the perfect opportunity to bring the camera as The Athenaeum is never more stunning than this time of year. See menu on page 5.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. seating every half hour

$45.00 per person / $22.00 for children 4-11 years

Complimentary for children 3 years & under

$47.00 per person

late reservations after December 3

Holiday Gala The halls are decked and the culinary team will prepare a dinner feast like none other. Semi-formal attire required. A great performance by the

Caltech Chamber Singers highlights the evening followed by Christmas carols and dancing on Friday and Saturday night. Seating for this event is banquet style, of 10 people per table. Visit our website for the event menu.THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14 Waitlist OnlySATURDAY, DECEMBER 15 Waitlist Only6:30 p.m. Reception / 7:00 p.m. Dinner 8:45 p.m. Program $85.00 per person THURSDAY $95.00 per person FRIDAY & SATURDAY

First Week of DecemberDon’t forget, we kick off the month long holiday celebrations with our

Children’s Holiday Tea & Tree Trimming on Saturday, December 1st. This event has limited availability remaining, so be sure to call for reservations. Visit our website http://athenaeum.caltech.edu for all of our holiday events & menus.

Holiday Afternoon Tea Take part in the timeless tradition of afternoon tea. The Athenaeum prepares a charming and intimate setting for you and your guests to relax, savor petite treats, enjoy the warmth of good company and holiday tea. See menu on page 5.

MONDAYS & TUESDAYS

DECEMBER 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 & 18

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

$31.00 per person / $37.00 with champagne

Holiday Breakfast BuffetOn Tuesday mornings in December our Main Dining Room entices the senses with our holiday breakfast buffets. This is a fantastic way to start the morning or host a breakfast meeting. See menu on page 5.

TUESDAYS

DECEMBER 4, 11 & 18

7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. seating every quarter hour

$11.95 per person

Holiday BuffetsThis time of year is the perfect time to bring your loved ones to see our beautiful Christmas decorations and to enjoy our bountiful holiday buffet. See menu on page 4.

WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 20 & 215:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. seating every half hour $45.00 per person / $22.00 for children 4-11 years / Complimentary for children 3 years & under / $47.00 per person after December 16.

Employee of the MonthOctober 2012

Jose Luis Rodriguez(Marisu’s Message Corner)

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2012 Halloween

Pumpkin Contest Winner

Jose Luis Rodriguez!

Jose Luis Rodriguez came to The Athenaeum with 21 years of experience from the Millennium Biltmore hotel. Over the last 10 years, his responsibilities include the garde manger station of our kitchen along with food preparation for a la carte and banquet dining. He enjoys assisting Chef Kevin at the monthly Cooking Classes as a means to learn from the best. Jose has become such a valued employee, earning Employee of the Month several times and even taking the grand title of Employee of the Year in 2007 and in 2009.

Adding to Jose’s list of Athenaeum honors, he also won our annual Halloween Pumpkin Carving Contest. Jose took home the grand prize with his three-sided pumpkin carving that wowed member voters. Carving pumpkins, fruit, and ice are very much a hobby for Jose and one he greatly excels at. He is often the creator behind The Athenaeum’s ice and fruit displays at our buffets and kids Junior Chefs’ night.

Jose and his wife, Maria have been married for 27 years and live in East L.A. with their two grown daughters Claudia and Vanessa. Two months ago they welcomed a new family addition, a beautiful granddaughter named Aubrey. The Rodriguezs are looking forward to celebrating the holidays together as a family and enjoying their first trip to Las Vegas over the Thanksgiving weekend.

Happy Holidays from The Athenaeum

Deck the halls with boughs of holly —At the club and in your homes,

Oh what fun it is to dine In all of the Ath’s festooned dining rooms!

A day or two ago,We knew that all the children would come

December 1st to the Children’s Tea —Photos with Santa, tree-trimming, story-telling and Treats with scones, tea sandwiches and hot cocoa.

I’m dreaming of a great breakfastJust like the ones the Ath prepares

A special breakfast buffet ev’ry Tuesday in DecemberWith peppered maple bacon, pumpkin pancakes, and more.

Hark the Caltech Chamber Singers sing!Glory to the 12 days of Christmas —

Gala dinners on December 13th, 14th and 15th It’ll be a feast with a taste of lamb, duck, pork, scallop, tenderloin and sea bass

As well, dancing and more merriment on the 14th and the 15th.

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire,Friends sipping afternoon tea by the fire

Enjoying scones with clotted cream and savory tea sandwichesAs Yuletide carols are played by the harp,

On the 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th and 18th of December.

‘Tis always the season to celebrate with everyone dear, far or near,

Come ‘round, the holiday buffets are here — December 19th through the 21st,

Come every night to relish every crumb and every bite.

And so I’m offering this simple phrase,To members from one to ninety-two,

Although it has been said many times, many ways, A very Merry Holiday Season to all.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------On behalf of the Board of Governors, House Committee and the staff of The Athenaeum,

we wish all our members the best of the holiday season.

Thank you to all our members who have generously contributed to the Athenaeum Employees Holiday Fund. We are most appreciative of your gift.

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• December 2012 • SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Prime Rib Buffet

Rathskeller 30% off select items

Holiday Buffet


Coming in JanuaryNew Members

Prime Rib Buffet


Children’s Holiday Tea & Tree Trimming

Holiday Gala: Dinner & Program

New Year’s DayInstitute Holiday ~ Athenaeum Closed

TUESDAY, JANUARY 1

Athenaeum Re-OpensWEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2

Dinner ServiceWEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2Á la carte dinner service will be

provided in the Main Dining Room, as the Prime Rib Buffet will not be

available this evening.

Bridal Open HouseSUNDAY, JANUARY 6

Single Malt Scotch TastingFRIDAY, JANUARY 11

International NightGreece

MONDAY, JANUARY 14

Chef’s Cooking ClassIndian Vegetarian

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19

MLK Jr. HolidayAthenaeum Closed

MONDAY, JANUARY 21

Burns’ Night SupperFRIDAY, JANUARY 25

International NightKorea

MONDAY, JANUARY 28

Holiday Afternoon Tea

Prix Fixe Menu available in MDR


Holiday Breakfast BuffetHoliday Afternoon Tea



















Holiday Gala: Dinner & ProgramMDR closed for

dinner service due to event


Holiday Gala: Dinner & ProgramMDR closed for

dinner service due to event


Complimentary Eggnog at Lunch

Holiday Buffet


Complimentary Eggnog at Lunch

Holiday Buffet


Dr. Jay AudettMr. Mike BalianMr. Thomas BeaMrs. Aleen BoladianProf. Christopher BrooksMs. Marcia BurtonMr. Kevin CaporicciMr. Yeojun ChunMs. Regina ColomboMr. Brandon ComellaProf. Bruno CrosignaniMr. Adam D'AngeloDr. John GregoireMr. Kin HuiMs. Lorraine JohnsonMs. Tiffany KimDr. Soo-Kyung KimDr. King-Fai LiMr. Max LloydMs. Jessica LockieMr. Matthew Mark

Mr. Stephen MarshallDr. Christoph MarxDr. Leila MeshkatMr. David MohrMr. Emad NasrollahpoursamamiMr. Parham NoorzadDr. Wesley SattlerMr. Jacob ShenkerMs. Sue ShiaoMs. Theresa SlowskeiMr. Rob UsiskinMrs. Wendy VazquezDr. Lawrence WadeDr. Ross WilliamsonMrs. Marjorie WinslowMr. Stephen WorlowMr. Bin YangMs. Melis YilmazMs. Haiyun ZhangMr. Andrew Zucker

Holiday Scones & Gift Certificates make a great gift this season!

Winter Break - Athenaeum Closed. reopens on Wednesday, January 2nd

Complimentary Continental Breakfast available on weekends & holidays for hotel guests

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The Athletic Club of Columbus

136 East Broad StreetColumbus, Ohio 43215Phone: (614) 221-3344

Email: [email protected]: www.accolumbus.com

Princeton Club of New York15 West 43rd Street

New York, New York 10036Phone: (212) 596-1200

Email: [email protected]: www.princetonclub.com

Enjoy hors d'oeuvres & refreshments and getting familiar with our historic venue. Meet our experienced Private Events Staff as well as our preferred wedding vendors.

Advanced Reservations are Required. To reserve please email, [email protected].

SUNDAY, JANUARY 61:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Complimentary Admission for all Members & Guests

Save the Date … Bridal Open House

New Reciprocal Clubs

‘Tis the Season for GivingAs 2012 is coming to an end, it is a wonderful time to make a charitable contribution to the preservation of The Athenaeum’s legacy. A year-end gift is a great way to significantly reduce your income taxes while providing meaningful support for the ongoing improvements of the club. Your donation makes an important difference in what we are able to accomplish in providing you the meaningful services and experiences you have come to expect from The Athenaeum over the years. The Athenaeum Architectural Preservation Fund has been established to finance refurbishment and renovation projects of our facilities for years and generations to come. This endowment may be funded by outright gift such as cash, securities, or real estate, and via planned gifts. With your support, we can build a permanent endowment for the purpose of preserving and enhancing the extraordinary legacy of this prestigious club. For more information on how to give please contact General Manager, Marisu Jimenez at (626) 395-8260 or [email protected].

HOLIDAY BUFFETWEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 215:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. seating every half hour

$45.00 per person / $47.00 late reservations after Dec. 16 $22.00 for children 4-11 years

Complimentary for children 3 & under

ENTRÉES & SIDES

Herb Garlic Roast Prime Rib with Thyme Jus

Roast Porchetta with Rosemary and Ginger Almond Chutney

Cranberry Chicken

Ling Cod with Rock Shrimp Ragout

Honey Spiced Baked Acorn Squash

Rosemary Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes

Fennel Orange Stuffing

Green Beans with Basil and Almonds

Roast Root Vegetables

SOUP & SALADS

Gingered Butternut Squash Soup

Salad Bar

Sun Dried Cherry Waldorf Salad

Cured and Smoked Fish

Caesar Salad

Fresh Seasonal Fruit Display

Nicoise Salad

Citrus Salad with Butter Lettuce, Pecans and Bleu Cheese

Tortellini Salad

SEAFOOD STATION

Oysters on the Half Shell

Alaskan King Crab Legs

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

Assorted Sushi

DESSERTS

Buche Noel

Persimmon Pudding with Hard Sauce

Rustic Caramel Apple Pie and Pumpkin Pie

Espresso Crème Brulee

Holiday Cookies

Vanilla Cream and Fresh Berry Trifle with Grand Marnier

Chocolate Fountain

Pumpkin Cobbler

Assorted Mini Pastries

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Holiday Brunch SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. seating every half hour $45.00 adults / $22.00 children 4-11 yrs.

$47.00 late reservations after Dec. 3

Juices Orange Juice, Grapefruit Juice, Cranberry Juice

Fresh Bakery Display Custard Cream, Almond & Chocolate Croissants

Pecan Buns, Athenaeum Scones Carrot Walnut, Blueberry and Fresh Pumpkin Muffins

Pain Rustique, Olive Batard and Pretzel Baguette Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream

Warm Apple Cider

The Breakfast Bar Eggs Sardou

Leek, Sun Dried Tomato and Gruyere Quiche Old Fashioned Home Fries

Andouille Sausage, Applewood Smoked Bacon

Omelette Bar Exotic Mushrooms, Tomato, Green Onion, Herbs, Peppers,

Country Ham, Chopped Bacon Monterey Jack, Cheddar and Feta Cheese

Waffles and Pancakes Freshly Made Belgian Style Waffles and Spiced Pumpkin Pancakes

with Apple Raisin Compote, Caramel Bananas, Fresh Assorted Berries, Toasted Almonds, Whipped Cream and Vermont Maple Syrup

Hot Entrees Almond Ginger Salmon with Lemongrass Sauce

Star Anise Orange Brined Chicken Roasted Pepper Smoked Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Squash with Tomatoes, Onions and Garlic

Carving Station Garlic and Rosemary Crusted Roast Prime Ribs of Beef au Jus

Roast California Free Range Turkey

From Our Garde Manger Caesar Salad with Marinated Anchovies, Fried Capers and Tomato

Selection of Local Greens with Vinegars and Oils Asian Chicken with Napa Cabbage, Carrots and Shredded Bok Choy Heirloom Bean Salad with Piquillo Peppers and Sherry Vinaigrette

Spinach Salad with Persimmon, Avocado and Toasted Pumpkin Seeds Roasted Mushroom, Peppers, Pine Nuts and Feta Cheese

Cured Meats and Artisanal Cheese Display with Chutneys, Creole Mustard, Gherkins, Dried Fruit and Nuts

Seafood Station King Crab Legs, Smoked Salmon, Shrimp Cocktail and

Oysters on the Half Shell

Holiday Sweets Persimmon Pudding with Hard Sauce

Mini Holiday Pastries Pumpkin Cheesecake and Eggnog Cheesecake

Crepes Made to Order Holiday Cookies

Peppermint Chocolate Maracaibo Brandied Apple Raisin Cobbler

Buche de Noel

MONDAYS & TUESDAYS, DECEMBER 3 & 4, 10 & 11, 17 & 18 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

$31.00 per person / $37.00 per person with champagne

Tea Sandwiches include: Tapenade Egg Salad

Smoked Salmon with Dilled Mascarpone Pear Walnut and Goat Cheese

Cucumber Shrimp Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad

Assorted Fresh Baked Scones include: Served with Crème Fraiche, Preserves & Lemon Curd

Cinnamon Ginger Cherry Pecan

Cranberry Orange

Petit Fours Mini Pastries Marcarons


Holiday Breakfast BuffetTUESDAYS DECEMBER 4, 11 & 18

7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. seating every half hour$11.95 per person

BEVERAGESCoffee

Assorted JuicesWarm Apple Cider

FRUIT & PASTRIESSeasonal Fresh Fruit Display

Freshly Baked Athenaeum Scones, Croissants, Danish and Muffins

ENTRÉES Pumpkin Pancakes with Lingonberries

Poached Eggs with Spinach and Basil HollandaiseO’Brien Potatoes

Peppered Maple Bacon

CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYPASADENA, CA 91125

ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

Athenaeum Administration and Staff

551 South Hill Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91106http://athenaeum.caltech.edu

Chair, Board of GovernorsGARY LORDENPhone: (626) 395-4349Email: [email protected]

Chair, House CommitteeMARIANNE BRONNERPhone: (626) 395-3355Email: [email protected]

General ManagerMARISU JIMENEZ, CCMPhone: (626) 395-8260Email: [email protected]

Executive ChefKEVIN ISACSSON, CECPhone: (626) 395-8293Email: [email protected]

Director, Fiscal OperationsKAREN HARMON, CPAPhone: (626) 395-8267Email: [email protected]

Director, Food & BeverageJERRY RODRIGUEZPhone: (626) 395-8261Email: [email protected]

Assistant Director, Food & BeverageMURILLO MIRANDA, JR.Phone: (626) 395-8209Email: [email protected]

Manager, Club DiningDEXTER JEREMIAHPhone: (626) 395-8205Email: [email protected]

Director, Private & Club EventsVICTORIA HIDALGO, CPCEPhone: (626) 395-8264Email: [email protected]

Manager, Private & Club EventsDIOR CHASE Phone: (626) 395-8263 Email: [email protected]

Manager, Private & Club EventsMILKO RIVERAPhone: (626) 395-8206Email: [email protected]

Director, Hotel Operations & MembershipMARGARET McVEY THOMASPhone: (626) 395-8271Email: [email protected]

Membership & Guest Relations CoordinatorLESLIE O'DELLPhone: (626) 395-8266Email: [email protected]

Lunch and Dinner Reservations,Special Events Reservations(626) 395-8282

Front Desk & Guest RoomReservationsPhone: (626) 395-8200Fax: (626) 795-0869

Dining Room Schedule

BreakfastMonday to Friday – 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

LunchMonday to Friday – 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

DinnerMonday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Prime Rib BuffetEvery Wednesday Evening

5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.(Non-beef options are always available)

Hayman LoungeBar 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.

RathskellerBar Service

Monday to Thursday – 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.Fridays – Bar remains open until 10:00 p.m.

Food ServiceMonday to Friday – 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Institute Holiday / Athenaeum ClosedThe Athenaeum will be closed from Saturday, December 22nd through

Tuesday, January 1st, 2013 in observance of the holidays. The Athenaeum will resume

its full services on Wednesday, January 3rd.

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