NOVEMBER 2014 REVIEW

Chartwells at The University of Texas at Dallas

011.1 Catering Highlights

- Homecoming

- Hunger Banquet

November was the month of Homecoming at UT Dallas, and Comet Catering was in full force during the weekend. A particular highlight was the spirited “Haute dog” bar with items like Temoc & Cheese (a hot dog topped with macaroni & cheese) and the Whoosh Dog (hot dog topped with chili & cheese). The UTD baker, Marcos, and his team pulled out all the stops for the SUAAB Homecoming Dance as well, decorating cakes for the Star Wars movies.

In addition to all the fun Homecoming festivities, Comet Catering served for the Office of Student Volunteerism’s Hunger Banquet. Participants were given pieces of paper that indicated their “wealth” and different foods were set to feed the different classes. Some ate on the floor, others ate an extravagant meal and the rest ate a modest middle-class meal.

-“It was a great experience, one we’ll never forget” Comet Catering Director Valerie Vo said, “We look forward to doing this event in the future.”

Career Etiquette

Homecoming

1.2 Catering Highlights - Chartwells Catering Expo

passed items

stations

carving station

salads

desserts

Asiago & Black Pepper Gougéres

Foie Gras Tourchon

Spicy Salmon Crepe Cups

Pork Ter�ine with Cher�ies & Pistachios with Blueber�� Coulis,

IPA Mustard Sauce and Grilled Crostini

Bacon Dusted Fries with Roasted Poblano & Honey Ketchup

Edamame Hummus with House-Made Root Vegetable Chips

Center Cut Bison Rib Eye

Mashed Sweet Potato Br�lée

Sautéed Br�ssel Sprouts with Pepper Bacon, Caramelized

Shallots and White Balsamic

Moroccan Barley Salad

Walnut & Grape Salad with May�ag Bleu Cheese

Mascar�one St�ffed Crepes, Topped with Bananas Fosters

S’mores-on-a-Stick

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Comet Catering was honored to host the first ever Chartwells South Central Region Catering Expo. A variety of foods were brought in, most completely different than the current Comet Catering offerings. Chartwells Regional Chef David Seaton worked with the UTD team to create this over-the-top menu and event.

02Residential Highlights -Chili Confrontation 2014

-Lunch & Learn

UT Dallas hosted its first ever lunch & learn this November! With collaboration from Valerie Breaux, a Registered Dietitian from Morrisons, the event offered students and faculty advice on how to make smart, healthy dining decisions.

“We want to inform patrons of their options here at UTD. This forum was meant to inform student and faculty and also get them comfortable with asking me, or other members of the culinary team, for help.”-Gene Christiano

Four Corners Brewery 423 Singleton Blvd. Dallas, TX 75212 in Trinity Groves

Cold Brews

Chili Crews

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Sunday, November 9 11am to 3pm

Sample 6 chili’s for $20 PLUS cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award! Enjoy $4 pints of craft beer from Four Corners Brewing Company!

Texas Chefs Association Chili Confrontation

The Texas Chef’s Association- Dallas Chapter hosted the Chili Confrontation 2014 on Sunday, November 9th. The Confrontation took place at Four Corners Brewing Company in Trinity Groves. A number of teams competed for cash prizes and a People’s Choice Award, including our own team from UT Dallas!

The UTD team led by Chef Gene, went home with the People’s Choice Award. The UTD Fireball chili was a deep fried chili ball and was a huge hit for patrons at the event!

03Retail Highlights

-Create Menu Boards

-Homecoming

For homecoming Create offered the comet potato special. The location wanted to introduce a sweet potato option to get them interested in being more “create-ive” with their meal options. During the week of Homecoming, 30 Comet Potatoes were sold.

Create introduced new menu boards this month. The menu boards were put in place to help patrons see all the variety of options available. The large selection of toppings and proteins can be overwhelming to first-time patrons, and the menu boards allow for easy viewing of what’s available. The boards are also aligned with the organic look of the brand, making the location feel more complete.

04Pub Highlights- LTO Sales

- Homecoming

PUB SPECIAL

COMET BURGER

4.99Burger with pepper jack cheese,

jalapeño, grilled onion, lettuce,

tomato, & chipotle mayo on a

sesame seed bun.

comes with a

side of fries!

For homecoming The Pub offered the comet burger special. During Homecoming week 230 Comet burgers were sold.

This months LTO at The Pub was Zucchini pancakes. Vegetarian options are always welcome at UTD, and the pancakes were a fun twist for meal options. Throughout the promotion 148 plates were sold.

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NOVEMBER 2014 REVIEW

Chartwells at The University of Texas at Dallas