FRIDAY NIGHT - STEAK OUT!!!
CARNEGIE'S 501 ~ 5:30pm-9:00pm
OR
RENDEZVOUS BAR ~ 5:00pm-10:00pm

INCLUDES: 8 oz. Rib-Eye "Choice" Steak
Waffle Fires, Baked Potato or Whipped Potatoes
Glass of House Red or White Wine
$12.95 (plus tax)

Don't forget to ask about our great drink specials!
Call 309-637-6500 to reserve your tableor for more info.

MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH
SUNDAY, MAY 9th, 2010

Prepared by: Executive Chef Jeffery Selvig

- Seating Times -

10:30am, 12:00pm & 1:30pm

Hotel Pere Marquette Ballroom

Music by: Greg Williams

Let us prepare your Mother's Day Brunch this year.

Come and enjoy a tantalizing buffet featuring

all your breakfastand lunch favorites plus

all the traditional holiday fare!

~ Made to Order Waffle & Omelet Station ~

~ Scrambled Eggs, Bacon/Sausage ~

~ Hash Brown Potatoes ~

~ Biscuits n' Gravy, Muffins & Danish ~

~ Extensive Salad Bar w/ Peel & Eat Shrimp ~

~ Fresh Fruits, Cheeses & Crudities ~

~ Roasted Mixed Vegetables w/Fresh Herbs ~

~ Parsley Boiled Redskin Potatoes ~

~ Ricotta Stuffed Shells w/Marinara ~

~ Chicken Artichoke ~

~ Peppered Pot Roast ~

~ Fried Catfish Filets w/Tartar Sauce ~

~Carving Station: Hand Trimmed Round of Beef & Banjo Ham~

-- Dessert Station: Oh my...the dessert station --

~ Homemade Pies, Cakes, Cookies ~

~ Brownies, Mousse & Mini Pastries ~

* Price includes: Coffee/Tea/Milk/Assorted Juices

*RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED*

$24.95 - adults

$14.95 - ages 5-12

children 4 and under free

(all prices plus tax & gratuity)

FREE PARKING

(for brunch guests only)

Call 309-637-6500 to set up your

reservations today!

EASTER BRUNCH

SUNDAY APRIL 4TH, 2010
Seating Times:

10:30am ~ 12:00pm ~ 1:30pm
Hotel Pere Marquette Ballroom
*Fun & Candy with the Easter Bunny*

Enjoy a delicious all-you-can-eat buffet featuring all your breakfast favorites and traditional holiday fare, including:
~ Made to Order Waffle & Omelet Stations ~

~ Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Biscuits n' Gravy ~

~ Plus Many More of Your Breakfast Favorites ~

~ Extensive Salad Bar with Peel & Eat Shrimp, Fresh Fruits,Cheeses & Crudities ~

~ Herb Buttered Green Beans & Baby Carrots ~

~ Whipped Potatoes & Gravy ~

~ Wild Rice Pilaf ~ Cheese Tortellini with Marinara ~

~ Herb Roasted Chicken ~

~ Baked Talapia Vera Cruz ~

~Carving Station w/Hand Trimmed Banjo Ham & Roast Beef~

~ Dessert Station: Oh my...the dessert station -

- Pies, Cakes, Cookies, Brownies, Mousse & Mini Pastries ~

~ And More ~

~ Price includes: Coffee/Tea/Assorted Juices/Milk ~

Adults: $ 24.95

Children (5-12): $ 14.95

INCLUDES TAX & GRATUITY

*Children 4 and under free with purchase of an Adult Buffet

*Reservations required*

Call 309-637-6500 to set up your reservations today!

TREAT YOUR SWEETHEART TO SOMETHING SPECIAL....

ON FEBRUARY 13th, 2010

GIVE YOUR VALENTINE A NIGHT TO REMEMBER...

Valentine's Romance Package

- CONCIERGE LEVEL GUESTROOM -
- DINNER FOR TWO -
Duet of: Petite Filet & Grilled Lobster Tail,
House Salad, Baked Potato, Vegetable de jour
& Our Award Winning Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- FULL, HOT BREAKFAST BUFFET -
- FREE PARKING -

ONLY $159.00

*plus tax & gratuity

CALL 309-637-6500 (M-F; 8AM-5PM)

TO MAKE YOUR PACKAGE RESERVATIONS TODAY!

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CARNEGIE'S 501

February 13th, 2010

Valentine's Day Menu

5:30PM - 9:00PM

Dinner for Two

Duet of: Petite Filet & Grilled Lobster Tail

House Salad

Baked Potato

Vegetable de jour

Our Award Winning Chocolate Covered Strawberries

ONLY $60.00 Per Couple

*plus tax & gratuity

CALL 309-637-6500 TO MAKE YOUR DINNER RESERVATIONS TODAY!

*Carnegie's will also have their full dinner menu available*

Juicy Meat Everytime!

We are back again! This time with our own Execitive Chef, Jeffrey Selvig, who recieves rave reviews about the food he prepares from the Hotel Pere Marquette.

"This brining technique which is very easy to do, will change the way you feel about pork! I use a brine here at the hotel for several dishes. Brining is a technique that is as older than father cookery himself “Escoffier”. Brining will help turn out chops that are never dried out, hard and tastless. It can be used on pork loin as well for the juiciest roast you have ever served. Chicken is also a great protein to brine, especially before preparing your chicken for frying.

Step one: Dissolve salt in water. ¼ cup of table salt to 8 cups of water is the ratio

Step two: Cool the brine to refridgerator temperature (this is important because brine works differently when its warm.

Step three: Put your meat in a ziplock bag and pour enough brine in to cover it. Place the package in the fridge for 3-4 hours

Step four: Remove the meat and pat it dry and proceed with your recipe

Tip……..I like to add pepper or seasoning to the brine sometimes too but it is not necessary!"

Enjoy :)

Pet Traveling Tips

BASIC TRAVEL TIPS
- Tag pets’ collar with your info and info where you can be contacted once you arrive to your destination.
- Contact an on site rep. of the place you will be staying to find out if their pet polices have changed.
- Have a current copy of your pet’s health certificate handy.
- Get your Veterinary’s phone number in case of emergency.
- Be sure to pack these essentials: Pet bowls, food, toys, leash, waste bags and an item w/ the scent of home.
- Know the breed of your pet, as some breeds do not handle certain climates or environments well.

AIR TRAVEL
- Clearly tag the pet carrier with your info and info where you can be contacted once your flight has arrived.
- Freeze water and allow it to melt over time in your pets’ cage.
- Use direct flights.
- Carry a current photo of your pet.
- Always be on the same flight as your pet.

CAR TRAVEL
- Stop every 2-3 hours to let your pet strech.
- Don't let your pet put their head out the window, as dirt and dust can get into their eyes and cause infection.
- Give them water at the begining of the break.

10 Tips on How-to Get the Best Hotel Rate!

1. Ask About Special Rates or Other Discounts
Some hotels give discounts to guests for corporate, military, AAA and AARP.

2. Check Hotel Website
Many hotels have internet only discount rates, that must be reserved on-line.

3. Call Hotel Directly
It is always better to deal with a person. The nicer you are the more they will try to full fill your special requests!

4. Ask About Complimentary Amenities
A slightly higher rate at one hotel may be worth the extra free amenities – if you will use them.

5. Visit During the Off Season
Depending on if the area is more for vacation or business you can score a huge discount! A vacation area is better during the week and for business areas weekends are best.

6. Ask for a Discount if You Need A Lot of Rooms
If you are booking rooms for a family gathering or group function this will help you get this discount if enough rooms are booked.

7. Subscribe to the Hotel’s E-Newsletter
Hotels send out e-mails about their specials, promotions and sometimes attach additional discount coupons! Sign up for our E-Newsletter.

8. Ask about Hidden Charges
Parking, breakfast, pet fees, phone services, taxes, resort fees all the little things that will ultimately make your average room rate per night go up!

9. Be Honest When Inquiring About Information
Hotels may have negotiated rates with businesses or for unexpected situations. They may try to make your stay more memorable if you are coming in for a special occasion.

10. Just Ask for a Better Rate
Sometimes, but not always reservationists have a little flexibility with the rate to try and fill their rooms.