Cost Genie Welcomes Lake Kiowa
March 12th, 2007 by kenaroneR&I Solutions the creator of Cost Genie the premier Menu Costing Program is welcoming the Lake Kiowa Lodge to our growing list of clients.
The Lake Kiowa Lodge, located in Lake Kiowa, Texas, is a perfect place for both elegant and casual dining alike.
For a laid-back lunch, they offer fare such as steak burgers and Tequila Hot Wings, as well as salads and other sandwiches. For dinner, Chicken Marsala, Cozumel Shrimp, and 7 different choices of steak, just to name a few. Employing the top chefs in their area, the Lake Kiowa Lodge Restaurant is also up to your special occasions. They’ll tailor a menu for your event. Just give ‘em a call!
905 Kiowa Drive West
Lake Kiowa TX 76240
(Phone) 940 665 3741
(Fax) 940 665 1890
lakekiowatx.com
Cost Genie Welcomes Xouba
March 9th, 2007 by kenaroneR&I Solutions the creator of Cost Genie (www.costgenie.com) the premier Menu Costing Program is welcoming the Xouba Restaurant and Lounge to our growing list of clients.
Pronounced “shoo-ba”, Xouba offers a refreshing fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine in any atmosphere to suit you, from their Oxygen Lounge, with benches and pillows, perfect for relaxing with that special someone, to the elegant Fusion Dining Room, decorated with rich colors and fabrics for a remarkable dining experience. Those are just two of the five rooms Xouba has to serve you incomparable dishes, for instance, the Xouba Empanadas, stuffed with crab and plantains. And Talk about fusion! Where else could you get sushi topped with queso fresco? Their bar is just as exciting, with items like the Saketini, and Lemongrass Martini. Give ‘em a try.
Xouba Restaurant Lounge
2301 N. Collins, Suite 150
Arlington, Texas 76011
(817) 462-3777
(817) 462-4684 fax
For general information, email them at info@xoubalounge.com, or visit
www.xoubalounge.com
Mill Creek Cattle Company Review
March 8th, 2007 by kenaroneR&I Solutions the creator of Cost Genie the premier Menu Costing Program is featuring Mill Creek Cattle Company who has been a customer for over three years.
Mentone restaurant a diamond in the rough
By Michael Sorba, Community News Staff Writer
Behold, the Triple Threat Feast, complete with beans and BBQ sauce, one of the many dishes at Mill Creek Cattle Company in Mentone.
Mill Creek Cattle Company on 1874 Mentone Blvd. in Mentone is truly a sight to behold. I dare you to take a drive down Mentone Boulevard and see if you can miss it. All it takes is a glance and one word pops into your head, “wow.” In fact the restaurant’s facade is so loud and eyecatching it’s amazing a place like it can even exist in a quiet, sleepy town like Mentone.
The outside is complete with old western Saloon, jail, and ready-to-be-robbed bank motifs, along with a faux western style wooden water tower branded; Mentone, USA.
Once inside the eyes, ears, and nose are overcome with sensory stimuli. First is the unmistakable smell of smoked meat, something that fired up my salivary glands. Next was the sound of running water, which led me to a nice waterfall trickling in the corner of the outside patio area. Finally, I tried to focus my eyes on the bevy of western artifacts and antiques strewn everywhere.
Mill Creek is the real deal. It is what Claim Jumper Restaurants is trying to be; an authentic frontier style restaurant and saloon.
Parts of the ceiling are made with wood from old wooden packing crates. The bar in Diamond Jim’s Opera house (adjacent to the restaurant) is a 150-year-old, 30 foot piece of mahogany purchased from an old restaurant in Denver, Colorado. Everywhere on the property, old west nostalgia screams, “yee haw!”
Of course, all of this atmosphere would be for naught if the food was not up to par. However, this is where Mill Creek truly shines.
I had my meal at the bar inside the Mill Creek Restaurant. I ordered up the “Triple Threat Feast,” consisting of beef brisket, pulled pork, and tri tip. The bartender was courteous and quick to service. When the plate arrived, I was surprised at the heaping portions of meat, more than enough for one person. The Mill Creek staff was also nice enough to offer me a sample of the BBQ ribs, which I gladly accepted.
Cornbread (made with fresh kernels of corn), beans, BBQ sauce, and a side were included with the feast; though I decided to forgo the side. After all, I wasn’t starving. All three of the meats were delicious, especially the brisket and tri tip. The brisket is cooked in Mill Creek’s giant smoker for nine hours. When served, the pieces are so tender they fall apart when handled. The tri tip, also smoked, is the perfect companion for Mill Creek’s delicious BBQ sauce.
This sauce was without question the best I have ever experienced and good with all three meats. It was spicy, but not so spicy as to overcome the palate, and balanced perfectly with molasses sweetness. The world would be a better place if Mill Creek owner Jim Lotito could manage ito bottle this stuff and get it onto store shelves.
“It’s great food,” said Mentone’s Frank Lachman. “I come here all the time and I’ve never had anything bad. I can promise you one thing, you’ll never leave here hungry.”
Lotito designed Mill Creek as a family gathering place, run by family. His wife, Maribeth, is co-owner, and his three daughters all work at the restaurant. He also employees two cooks he has known and worked with for two decades.
“I want to make sure people get good quality, enjoyable food,” said Lotito, “with more than generous amounts and good fresh flavor.”
At Mill Creek, nothing is pre made. All bread is baked daily, the beans are made fresh, the veggies are the colors they’re supposed to be, and the meat is always cut fresh.
For a complete menu or more information on Mill Creek Cattle Company, visit their Web site; www.millcreekcattlecompany.com, or call them at (909) 389-0706.
Cost Genie Welcomes Chez Sophie
March 7th, 2007 by kenarone
R&I Solutions the creator of Cost Genie the premier Menu Costing Program is welcoming the Chez Sophie to our growing list of clients.
Chez Sophie, in Saratoga Springs, NY, features elegant entrees, like escargots, and quail. Clearly the influence is French, however there is a curveball or two, like wontons stuffed with crawfish and served with sweet soy.
Chef Paul Parker is the son of Sophie, who passed on to him the cooking style she learned on her grandmother’s farm in the north of France. Chef Parker, along with his wife, Chef Cheryl Clark, and Chef Mark J. Lawrence, create epicurean flavor, delighting the palates of all of their customers.
Chez Sophie
534 Broadway
Saratoga Springs.
Reservations recommended. 518-583-3538
www.chezsophie.com
Visit their website to learn how to register for their monthly drawing!
Cost Genie Welcomes Shooter’s Waterfront Cafe
February 21st, 2007 by kenaroneR&I Solutions the creator of Cost Genie the premier Menu Costing Program is welcoming the Shooter’s Waterfront Cafe to our growing list of clients.
Gold Coast’s” Must See” destination, Shooter’s Waterfront Café, with its wonderful food, drinks, and dockside dining, is the personification of the Florida lifestyle.
With an eclectic menu, you can never be bored with your choices. From steaks and burgers, to pasta and even sushi, the variety is amazing. On “Wonderful Wednesday” you can try new dishes like Mango Barbequed Sword fish, or Cajun Egg rolls. Or join them Sunday morning for brunch. They even have valet assistance for your boat!
Shooters Cafe
3033 NE 32nd Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
PHONE: (954) 566-2855
FAX: (954) 566-2953
Docking Reservations: Call 954-931-1703
http://www.shooterscafe.com/
Cost Genie Welcomes Wild Wing Cafe
February 20th, 2007 by kenaroneR&I Solutions the creator of Cost Genie the premier Menu Costing Program is welcoming the Wild Wing Cafe to our growing list of clients.
Wild Wing Café, with so many flavors of wings, really illustrates that variety is the spice of life! With Lemon Pepper, Garlic!Garlic!Garlic! and Chernobyl, just to name a few, you could try a flavor each day, and it would take you a month to try them all. That’s right, 31 flavors in all. But they’re not just about the wings, despite the name. You’ll also find salads, soups, char-grilled and roasted chicken, and even nearly 20 appetizers. And, for dessert, try the Cheesecake Chimichanga.
Check the website for the latest events, like bands and DJs, and for specials, too!
Mt. Pleasant
644 Coleman Blvd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
P (843) 971-WING (9464)
F (843) 856-8659
http://www.wildwingcafe.com/mt_pleasant.html
Cost Genie Welcomes Carolina’s North Restaurant
February 16th, 2007 by kenaroneR&I Solutions, the creator of Cost Genie the premier Menu Costing Program, is welcoming Carolina’s North to our growing list of clients.
Carolina’s North offers excellent Mexican food at a great price, and is a local favorite, as well as a favorite of celebrities like comedian Paul Rodriguez, and rock band The Gin Blossoms.
Stop by, and you’ll see why. A variety of burros (burritos), tacos and flautas, are just a few of the choices you’ll find on the menu. Saturdays, you’ll find menudo, by the pint or quart. If you want to buy more, you can bring your own pot for them to fill up.
Don’t forget to pick up some flour tortillas on your way out. Arizona Republic says they’re “Flat-out the best.”
Carolina’s North
2126 E. Cactus Rd.
Phoenix AZ 85020
(602) 275-8231
http://www.carolinasmex.com/
Caps on the Water Joins Cost Genie Client List
February 15th, 2007 by kenaroneR&I Solutions the creator of Cost Genie the premier Menu Costing Program is welcoming Caps on the Water to our growing list of clients.
Dining under the live oak trees right on the intra-coastal waterway, just a few feet from the water is an experience that is not likely to be forgotten. With a menu full of variety, from the freshest seafood and salads, both from Saint Augustine, to gourmet cheese platters and even fried gator tail, there is much to enjoy. Follow your meal with a delectable dessert and your taste buds will be wowed.
Cap’s also offers a wine list that is amazing, both for its diversity, and for its affordability.
Cap’s On The Water
4325 Myrtle Street
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
Tel. (904) 824-5800
Candle Cafe & Candle 79 Join Ranks Of Cost Genie Users
February 8th, 2007 by kenaroneR&I Solutions the creator of Cost Genie the premier Menu Costing Program is welcoming the Candle Cafe to our growing list of clients:
Candle Café, and its sister restaurant Candle 79, offer a delicious array of vegan dishes and smoothies, as well as organic wines and beers.
At Candle Café and 79, they are devoted to serving healthy cuisine, artfully prepared from the finest organic ingredients.
From the farm, to the table, and even beyond, Candle’s offer a delectable way to support the environment.
Candle Café is located at:
1307 Third Avenue at 75th Street
New York, New York 10021
Phone (212) 472-0970
Candle 79 is located at:
154 East 79th Street near Lexington Avenue
New York, New York 10021
Phone (212) 537-7179
Cost Genie Software to be provided with Culinary Text Books
February 1st, 2007 by kenaroneYUCAIPA, CA, February 1, 2006 — R&I Solutions the developer of Cost Genie 2.0 (Menu Costing and Catering Software) has announced that they have signed a contract with educational publisher Prentice Hall
Cost Genie – Student Version will accompany each book and will come preloaded with recipes from the book with the ability to create, cost and print menus, offering opportunities for hands on experience with the software that is setting the standard in recipe and menu costing, inventory control, and nutritional analysis applications for the foodservice industry.
Culinary Fundamental, by American Culinary Federation and The Culinary Institute of America, is the first edition. It is for Introductory Cooking, Cooking Skills or “Food Prep” courses in Culinary Arts, Food and Nutrition and Hospitality Management departments.
A comprehensive, technique-based cooking principles text which uses “benchmark” recipes to form the building blocks necessary for a career in the culinary arts.
Culinary Fundamental along with Cost Genie – Student Version will gives educators an invaluable tool for their students in using technology in their culinary careers.
About Pearson Education
With offices in 30 countries, Pearson Education is the world’s largest education business. Its leading brands include Addison Wesley, Allyn & Bacon, Longman, Prentice Hall, Scott Foresman, and Computer Curriculum Corporation. Pearson Education is the global leader in online learning through its 1200 textbook companion websites and the InformIT portal for technology professionals. Pearson Education is the global education business of Pearson plc, the international media group. For more information, visit www.pearson.com.
About R&I Solutions the developer of Cost Genie
Cost Genie is professional back-of-the-house software program for inventory control, recipe and menu costing, menu engineering, Catering, purchasing and ordering, and nutritional analysis. Cutting edge technology provides cost and time savings for all foodservice operations, for more information visit our web site http://www.costgenie.com/
