Friday, November 25, 2011

It's finally the Christmas season here at Riven Rock Ranch. We've made a vested effort in celebrating one holiday at a time-too often Thanksgiving is just a speed bump on the way to Christmas. Pumpkins and leaves quickly give way to garlands, lights and snow (or in the Hill Country, faux snow) far too soon to truly take in each holiday. But with Thanksgiving officially in the past, we're moving on to Christmas! Our crèche is complete and on display for all of our guests and this next week we begin Christmas-ifying Riven Rock Ranch. We're practically already humming Christmas music in the Guest Services office. Wreaths, garlands, Christmas trees and ornaments will all be on display. All of our Christmas preparations culminate in our wonderful Christmas Dinner on Christmas Day. Chef Brantley has put together another fabulous menu displayed below. Open your presents at home and then come to The Terrace Grill for a lovely dinner. We will be serving dinner from noon until 5pm. As this was a sold out event last year, please call (830) 995-4045 to make your reservations soon. Price: Adults, $49.95, Children under 10, $29.95, Infants under 3, No Charge, Plus Tax & Gratuity-20% gratuity will be added for parties of 8 or more.
        We also still have some cottage availability over the Christmas holidays. Come enjoy some quality family time in the Hill Country. Three of our four cottages have fireplaces and each cottage has a stash of books and board games for quality time with the family in the country.

Menu:
Salad Station
Spinach Salad
Baby Spinach Leaves, Toasted Almonds, Crumbled Goat Cheese Julienne Red Onions & Sliced Strawberries Tossed in Blush Wine Vinaigrette
Warm Artichoke & Olive Dip
Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Garlic, Chopped Kalamata Olives
Pecorino Romano Cheese, Thyme & Basil Cream Cheese
Smoked Salmon Terrine
Layers of Mascarpone Cheese, Smoked Salmon
Capers, Fresh Dill & Sweet Red Onion
Served with Herb & Garlic Bruschetta
Broccoli Salad
Broccoli Florets, Diced Red Onion, Sun Dried Cranberries
Texas Apple Wood Smoked Bacon & Toasted Sunflower Seeds
Sweet Beet Slaw
Roasted Red Beet & Shredded Cabbage
Tossed in Honey Dijon Dressing

Plated Entrée Comprised of:
Fresh Baked Bread & Whipped Sweet Cream Butter
Beer & Bacon Braised Brussels Spouts
Bourbon Creamed Corn
Pecorino Romano Cheese, Whipped Cauliflower &
Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes
Orange Sweet Potato Pudding with Pecan & Gingersnap Topping

With Your Choice of Two Carved Meats:
Oven Roasted Turkey Breast
Amaretto, Peach & Pecan Glazed Ham
Herbes De Provence Rubbed Prime Rib
Served with Grand Mariner Cranberry Sauce & Aus Jus

Dessert:
Butter Croissant Bread Pudding with Golden Raisins & Pecans, Topped   with Eggnog Auglaize
Eggnog Panna Cotta, Creamy Italian Gelatin Based Dessert
Spiked with Rum & Holiday Spices
Black Forrest Cheesecake Rich Velvety Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake with Crushed Gingersnap Cookie Crust, Topped with Flambéed Cherries with Brandy

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