Hunter's Feast at Retro Suites Hotel

Elk, bison and other game meats will be on the menu next month, as the Retro Suites Hotel hosts its first-ever Hunter’s Feast. The Chilled Cork Food Emporium and Wine Bar will prepare the October 17th buffet dinner.
A portion of the night’s proceeds will be donated to the Kent Cloverleaf Conservation Club. “The event is an excellent opportunity to sample non-traditional meats prepared using a variety of methods,” said Ron Laroche, the hotel’s Marketing Director. “It’s really a dinner for those that enjoy the spoils of the great hunt without having to chase their prey.”
Tickets are $40 per person and are available at the Retro Suites Hotel. The evening gets underway with cocktails at 6 p.m., followed by dinner. Additional information is available by calling the hotel at 1-866-617-3876.

What a party!

Thank you to everyone that stopped by this week for the Chilled Cork’s 1st anniversary. We can’t believe it’s been one year already. Looking back, we had a great time with our street-level restaurant and we did a lot of interesting things. From our New Year’s Eve Party to Oscar Night to Tastefest, we truly had a fantastic time being a restaurant of choice for Chatham-Kent residents and guests of the Retro Suites Hotel. We also appreciate the many well wishes on our anniversary from our repeat customers. Below, are photos of owner Cheryl MacInerney and her Executive Chef Michel Bonnot cutting our anniversary cake. It will be interesting to see what year #2 will bring, but we will continue to strive to give our customers the best cuisine and service southwestern Ontario has to offer.

The Chilled Cork is Turning 1!

The Chilled Cork Food Emporium and Wine Bar, the Retro Suites Hotel’s street-level restaurant, is preparing to mark its first year in operation with a week-long celebration. The downtown eatery will be offering its patrons free hors d’oeuvres from September 14th to the 18th, between the hours of 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Birthday cake will also be served on September 15th, commemorating the establishment’s launch. The festivities are meant to thank customers for their loyal patronage.

The joint venture between Cheryl McInerney and Retro Suites owner, Rob Myers, continues to see growth, despite economic uncertainty. “We’re seeing repeat customers, along with people who are discovering us for the very first time,” said McInerney, former owner of Zeona’s Natural Food Emporium. “I think our appeal is due, in large part, to our commitment to customer service, our eclectic menu and unique décor.”

During the week, the restaurant will be unveiling a new menu with fresh dishes, in addition to some traditional favourites. Plans are also in the works to expand the wine list to include a series of vintage wines. The restaurant will continue to offer exciting, savoury daily specials.