Saks Fifth Avenue, OFF 5TH Special Occasions Event, THIS THURSDAY!

Please join us at Saks Fifth Avenue OFF FIFTH at the Prime Outlet Mall in St. Augustine

Thursday, July 1st, 2010

4 to 7pm

Special Occasions Showcase

In partnership with other area businesses, we will be participating in this Saks' event by highlighting our services and/or merchandise and how we can help make your special occasion or party memorable.

There will be giveaways and surprises, so please stop by and bring a friend!

For details and directions, please call 904-824-9167 or visit http://www.primeoutlets.com/locations/st--augustine.aspx

The Casa Monica Hotel and 95 Cordova look forward to seeing you there!

You can also view the event on FACEBOOK and become a Casa Monica Hotel fan and keep up with all the events and specials we are promoting.

****TEACHER APPRECIATION REMINDER****

It is Teacher Appreciation Time again, at the Casa Monica Hotel

Thank You Educators!

Thank you for taking care of our youth. Now it is time to unwind and relax a bit.

The historic Casa Monica Hotel in St. Augustine is offering Teachers and Administrators a very special “end of the year” promotion for the 3rd consecutive year.

From June 27th through July 1st specialsinclude up to 60% off room rates and 20% off Dinner in our award winning 95 Cordova restaurant.

To book a room, please click here and choose the dates you would like!

We look forward to your visit.

Please do not call the hoteldirectly for reservations.

Limit two rooms please. ID is required upon check in. Very limited availability so please make your reservations as soon as possible.

Don’t forget to book your Prom, Homecoming Dance, Sports Banquets, and Cheerleading Banquets at the Casa Monica.

Anayda Garcia, our Director of Exceptional Events, will gladly assist with your event.Anayda.Garcia@CasaMonica.com

LAST MINUTE CASA MONICA SPECIALS!

Photo by Scarlett Lillian

LAST MINUTE SUMMER WEDDING SPECIALS!

Celebrate your wedding at the Historic Casa Monica Hotel and take advantage of our Summer Specials if your wedding is reserved and contracted between June 10th and July 15th, 2010, to be hosted during the moths of June, July, August and September 2010.

*- 15% discount on your food arrangements for your wedding reception.- Complimentary Champagne Toast- Reduced food and beverage minimums*

Some restrictions apply. These specials do not apply to events booked prior to June 10th, 2010.

For more information, contact our Exceptional Events Wedding Team at (904) 819-6087, or erin.johnson@casamonica.com

Casa Monica Hotel Voted Best Destination Wedding Hotel

For Choice Travel Experiences

Fodor's Choice Gold Awards 2010
Best Destination Wedding Hotels
U.S. hotels offering the best services and amenities for wedding planning and celebrations.

Casa Monica Hotel
Fodor's Review:
Hand-stenciled Moorish columns and arches, hand-crafted chandeliers, and gilded iron tables decorate the lobby of this late-1800s Flagler-era masterpiece. A retreat for the nation's wealthiest until the Great Depression put it out of business, it has returned to its perch as St. Augustine's grande dame. The turrets, towers, and wrought-iron balconies offer a hint of what's inside. Rooms—dressed in blues, greens, and whites—include wrought-iron two- and four-poster beds and mahogany writing desks and nightstands. The downtown location is within walking distance of many attractions. Guests also have access to the Serenata Beach Club, including three pools, private beach access, and beach-equipment rentals. Pros: location; architecture and decor; service. Cons: tourist-clogged lobby; expensive parking; extra charges; small rooms.

· Hotel Details: 138 rooms, 14 suites
· In-room: safe, kitchen (some), refrigerator (some), Internet, Wi-Fi.
· In-hotel: restaurant, room service, bar, pool, gym, laundry service, parking (free).
· Credit Cards: AE, D, DC, MC, V
· Fodor's Best Destination Wedding Hotels

To find out more information on hosting your destination at the Casa Monica Hotel, please visit http://www.casamonica.com/ or you can call Erin Johnson, Exceptional Events Manager, directly at 904-819-6087, or email Erin.Johnson@CasaMonica.com. We look forward to helping you plan your special day!

Happy Wedding Planning!

Erin

Father’s Day Brunch Buffet
2010
Seating from 10:30am to 2pm

Breakfast Station
Chef Attended Omelet Station with Embellishments
Eggs Benedict with Canadian Bacon
Scrambled Farm Eggs
Apple Wood Smoked Bacon, Sausage Links
Grandma’s Cheese Grits
Southern Style Biscuits with Country Sausage Gravy
Waffles with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream
Mini Danish, Assorted Muffins and French Croissants
Marmalade and Jellies

Salad Station
Variety of Freshly Prepared Salads and Assorted Farm Grown Vegetables
Tender Romaine Hearts, California Mixed Greens

Seafood and Shell Fish Display
Hickory Home-Smoked Atlantic Salmon
Old Bay Boiled and Chilled Tiger Shrimp
Indonesian Snow Crab Legs

Condiment Station with Mustard Dill Sauce, Horseradish Relish,
Sweet Chili Sauce, Lemon, Lime Wedges and Assorted Crackers

Soup
Steak and Potato

Main Entree
Garlic and Black Pepper Crusted Prime Rib of Beef
Slow Roasted Dry Rubbed Pork Shoulder
Smothered Chicken Thighs with Onion and Mushroom Ragout

Sauce Selections
Garlic Mojo Sauce
Rosemary Demi-Glaze
Sour Cream and Horseradish Sauce

Sides
Steamed Blue Lake Green Beans with Toasted Almonds
Whipped Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes
Baked Risotto and Cheddar Cheese

Bread & Dip Display
Rustic Asiago Cheese Bread
Freshly Baked Mini Assorted Dinner Rolls

Cheese Station
French Herb Boursin Cheese Spread, Medium Soft Port-Salut
Aged Wisconsin Cheddar, Mild French Goat Cheese and English Blue Cheese

Fruit Display
Cantaloupe and Honeydew Melons
Blueberries and Blackberries
Hawaiian Golden Ripe Pineapples
White and Red California Grapes

Antipasto Display
Eggplant with Yellow and Green Roasted Squash with an Italian Marinade
Artichokes with Basil Dressing
Assortment of Imported Olives tossed with a Savory Marinade
Spanish Smoked Chorizo Sausage and Peppers
Cured Prosciutto Ham, Coppa Ham and Pecorino Romano Cheese
Marinated Grape Leaves Stuffed with Risotto Rice

Gourmet Chocolate and Dessert Buffet
Banana Pudding
Chocolate Tarts, Decadent French Chocolate Cake
Vanilla Ice Cream
Rich and Warm Chocolate Sauce
Assorted Tropical Fruits and Short Bread Cookies
Selection of Gourmet Pies and Cakes

$29.95 Per Person
Children 12 and under $19.95
Children under 8 free

20% gratuities will be added

95 Cordova Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084
904.810.6810 – http://www.95cordova.com/

It's Teacher Appreciation Time again at CASA MONICA

Thank You Educators!
Thank you for taking care of our youth. Now it is time to unwind and relax a bit.

The historic Casa Monica Hotel
in St. Augustine is offering Teachers and Administrators a
very special “end of the year” promotion for the 3rd
consecutive year.

From June 27th through July 1st specials
include up to 60% off room rates and 20% off Dinner in our award winning

95 Cordova restaurant.

To book a room, please click here and choose the dates you would like!

We look forward to your visit.

Please do not call the hotel
directly for reservations.

Limit two rooms please. ID is
required upon check in. Very
limited availability so please make
your reservations as soon as possible.

Don’t forget to book your Prom,
Homecoming Dance, Sports
Banquets, and Cheerleading
Banquets at the Casa Monica.
Anayda Garcia, our Director of
Exceptional Events, will gladly assist
with your event.
Anayda.Garcia@CasaMonica.com

Casa Monica's Last Minute Summer Specials!

Photo by Scarlett Lillian

LAST MINUTE SUMMER WEDDING SPECIALS!
Celebrate your wedding at the Historic Casa Monica Hotel and take advantage of our Summer Specials if your wedding is reserved and contracted between June 10th and July 15th, 2010, to be hosted during the moths of June, July, August and September 2010. *

- 15% discount on your food arrangements for your wedding reception.
- Complimentary Champagne Toast
- Reduced food and beverage minimums

* Some restrictions apply. These specials do not apply to events booked prior to June 10th, 2010. For more information, contact our Exceptional Events Wedding Team at (904) 819-6087, or erin.johnson@casamonica.com

Casa Monica Weddings, NEWEST Team Member

I am THRILLED to announce, after searching long and hard, our new

Exceptional Events Assistant,

Caroline Holland!!

Caroline is from Blufton, South Carolina and graduated from Flagler College in 2007 (to all of our Flagler College Brides...now there are two Saints fans to assist you in the planning of your wedding as I attended Flagler from 2000-2003).

Caroline has worked for Casa Monica for the last 2 1/2 years and now has recently joined the wedding team, so she knows the hotel and St. Augustine very well!

Caroline is also in the midst of planning her own wedding to her sweetheart Nate. So be on the lookout in September for pictures of her wedding and her name change! :) Caroline is getting married on September 25th!

Caroline will be working with you, detailing many of your weddings as well as collecting all deposits and she and I will both be taking turns working the actual event day of. Caroline is extremely creative, she loves details, organization and is looking forward to working with all of our amazing couples and vendors!

Being that she and I both went to school here and have lived here for quite sometime, and will have both had weddings here in St. Augustine, we are very familiar with the St. Augustine area and attractions if you have any questions!

Should you need to contact either one of us:

Erin (Poticny) Johnson

Exceptional Events Manager

Erin.Johnson@CasaMonica.com

904-819-6087

Caroline Holland

Exceptional Events Assistant

Caroline.Holland@CasaMonica.com

904-819-6161

Thank you so much for choosing the Casa Monica for your upcoming wedding! We are truly looking forward to planning with you and making your day as special and memorable as possible!

Happy Wedding Planning!

Erin and Caroline

We're Back!!!

After a long hiatus, (sorry), the Casa Monica Wedding Blog is back. Check back often for "Real Wedding" Stories, Vendor Spotlights, Special Discounts or Deals, and great ideas or favorite items for weddings! We look forward to hearing from you and hope your wedding plans are going well!!!