ON THE BAY - November 2019

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ON BAY NOVEMBER 2019

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ON BAY NOVEMBER 2019

GET IN TOUCH Jerome Louie, Interim General Manager 305.964.4048 - jlouie@troon.com

Jenny Hecheverria, Controller

305.964.4042 - j.hecheverria@dbycc.com

Kathy Villamizar, Member Billing - memberbilling@dbycc.com

305.964.4044

Carmen Fadraga, Accounts Payable

305.964.4043 - c.fadraga@dbycc.com

John Gale, Director of Mktg. & Membership 305.964.4046 - j.gale@dbycc.com

Daniella Tosta, Mktg. & Membership Manager 305.964.4049 - d.tosta@dbycc.com

Ana Lopez, Communications Manager

305.964.4053 - communications@dbycc.com

Max Miranda, Director of Food & Beverage 305.964.4045 - m.miranda@dbycc.com

Patrick Aftanas, Interim Executive Chef 305.964.4045 - chef@dbycc.com

Jessica Terry, Catering Manager

305.964.4051 - j.terry@dbycc.com

BOARD OF DIRECTORS President.................................. Steven Sonenreich Vice President.......................... Richard Pollack Ex Officio.................................Larry Woerner Treasurer................................. Rob Sperber Secretary..................................Sarah Kuhn Directors.................................John Marshall

Jimmie Dresnick

Dick Griesemer Gaston Legorburu Leo Chomiak

COMMITTEES Finance ..........................Rob Sperber Fitness & Tennis............Sarah Kuhn Golf & Green................Jimmie Dresnick House.............................Sarah Kuhn Legal & By-Laws............Steven Sonenreich Long Range Planning....Steven Sonenreich Membership....................John Marshall & Gaston Legorburu

MAIN DIRECTORY Clubhouse....................................305.254.2111 Car Wash.....................................305.710.7505 Dining & Social Reservations......305.278.8688 Fitness Center..............................305.254.2111 Front Gate Security....................305.256.2518 Golf Pro Shop.............................305.256.2500 Member Billing............................305.964.4044 Tennis Pro Shop...........................305.256.3366

Lee-Ann Smith, Kids & Teens

305.964.4050 - dbkt@dbycc.com

IN THIS ISSUE

David “Dave” Ragan III, Head Golf Professional 305.256.2500 - d.ragan@dbycc.com

James “Jimmy” Germana, Director of Grounds 305.256.2516 - j.germana@dbycc.com

Renny Ramirez, Director of Fitness

305.254.2111 - fitnesscenter@dbycc.com

Pedro Leon, Director of Tennis

305.256.3366 - p.leon@dbycc.com

4 A Message From The President 6 A Note From The Interim General Manager 8 Membership Message 10 Greens Report 12 Pumpkin Patch Photos 14 Fall Fest Photos 17 Member Birthdays 18 Calendar of Events 19 Max’s Wine Of The Month

Cheryl Porter, Head Tennis Professional 305.256.3366 - c.porter@dbycc.com

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Erik Ruiz, Building Maintenance Manager 305.254.2112 - e.ruiz@dbycc.com

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Deering Bay 2019-2020 Presidents Cup Format: 18-Hole Individual Match Play Tees: All play will be from the Blue Tees, except if a player qualifies to play other tees.

Blue/White Tees (80% of your rounds must be played from the Blue/White Tees under the “Rule of 85” Green Tees under the “Rule of 100”).

Entry Fee: $80 per player

Round 1: Round 2: Round 3: Round 4: Semi-Finals: Finals:

Schedule of Matches

Tuesday, November 5 completed by Sunday, December 8 Tuesday, December 10 completed by Sunday, January 12 Tuesday, January 14 completed by Sunday, February 9 Tuesday, February 11 completed by Sunday, March 8 Tuesday, March 10 completed by Sunday, March 29 Tuesday, March 31 completed by Sunday, April 26

Please contact the Golf Pro Shop with any questions 305.256.2500 - golfshop@dbycc.com

A M E S S A G E FROM THE PRESIDENT

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hank you to all of those who attended our open forum this past Sunday afternoon. The attendance was very good and is a key indicator of the interest that Members have in the success of our Club. We will be scheduling another open forum before the end of the year to provide an update on the phasing of our construction plans which we are projecting to start mid-January of 2020. Our expectation is to have our building permits secured this month.

Once we have that in hand, we will be able to present our plans to minimize disruption of food and beverage and fitness activities during this transformative project.

Steven Sonenreich President

The Board went through a challenging budget process led by our Treasurer, Rob Sperber. Given the construction project, we budgeted as conservatively as possible to arrive at a budget that has a reasonable deficit. Accordingly, there will be an annual increase in dues for full golf members of $1,250 and a relative increase for other membership categories. You will recall that there was not a dues increase for the current annual period.

As you are probably aware Troon has provided us with interim leadership for the general manager and executive chef positions. If you have met both Jerome Louie and Patrick Aftanas, I am certain that you will agree that both gentlemen will provide quality management while we work with Troon for permanent leadership. The general manager search is underway and we expect to be interviewing candidates before year’s end.

As we finalize plans for 2020, I ask for everyone’s patience and understanding as we seek to create a “New DBYCC” that will be attractive to residents in our community that value a high quality country club lifestyle. We have the most beautiful golf course in the county and with dining and fitness facilities to match we should be very successful.

Thank you for your support,

Steven Sonenreich President

NOVEMBER 2019 • 4

MEMBER MIXER Wednesday, November 6 6:30-8 PM 2-4-1 Drinks | Food | Music Don’t Forget To Make Dinner Reservations! #dbycc • #dbyccmembermixer • #membermixer

RSVP 305.278.8688 • reservations@dbycc.com

NOVEMBER 2019 • 5

A N O T E FROM THE INTERIM GENERAL MANAGER

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want to thank all those Members that I have met so far for the warm welcome to Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club….almost as warm as the south Miami weather.

Welcome back! To all those members who are returning home to DBYCC from their summer haunts, I look forward to meeting you.

Jerome Louie Interim General Manager

As most already know, I am here as your interim general manager, along with our interim Executive Chef, Patrick Aftanas. Chef Patrick and I have worked together on other assignments in the past. As “interims,” that doesn’t mean that we are here to just “hold down the fort.” Our goal, while we are here is to set a footprint and to make an impact! We work with our perspective teams, we observe, analyze, and then institute changes that will benefit the Club and its Members. I will be a liaison between the Members and our Board of Directors, and vice versa. I will also share with the incoming general manager my experiences at DBYCC and information/game plan for a successful transition and future with this great club. As Chef Patrick and I “work the floor,” we encourage and welcome your constructive criticism. Let’s all work together for DBYCC! In the short time that I have been at Deering Bay, I can see that you have a great membership and a Board that is dedicated, forward thinking and working hard to ensure the success of our Club. The management team and associates also care about their Club, for many, this is their family. From the Members, I ask just two things: Invite and encourage your friends and families to become a part of Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club. When you surround yourself with friends and family, life is so much better and the Club is much more vibrant. DBYCC is a hidden jewel. When Club renovations have been completed, we will see an upturn in membership growth.

Now is the perfect time for your friends to take advantage of the Pre-Construction Membership Program. Please contact our Director of Membership, John Gale (j.gale@ dbycc.com) for details.

Be respectful of fellow members, the Club and the staff. As we kick off the season, don’t forget what makes your Club special.

• Protect and care for your golf course – replace your divots and repair your ball marks (and at least two others), pick up your tees.

• Display proper decorum in the dining facilities. Appropriate attire and phone etiquette only further enhances our Country Club. Please call in advance for dining reservations – we can serve your better.

We have an exciting season ahead of us. For those who attended the Open Forum on October 27, you heard an update on the Capital Renovation project. The decision to postpone “ground breaking” until January 13, will allow you and your families to enjoy your Club through the Holidays. For those who have held off on booking a party, now is the time to reserve your room. Don’t forget, this will be applied toward your food minimums.

Thank you, Jerome Louie

REMINDER

A nnual F ood & B everage Minimums Expire on D ecember 31, 2019!

Please make sure to enjoy your Club and avoid the last minute rush.

Any unused minimums will be billed on the December 31 statement.

No exceptions please! Better to USE IT, than to LOSE IT! NOVEMBER 2019 • 6

DEMO DAY

FRIDAY 11 AM - 3 PM NOVEMBER 8

RSVP 305.256.2500 • GOLFSHOP@DBYCC.COM

NOVEMBER 2019 • 7

MEMBERSHIP M E S S A G E

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he Holiday Season is getting closer and our season at the Club is just getting started!

To kick off the month of November, Deering Bay’s Car Club is hosting the Club’s second annual car show. This one of a kind event at Deering Bay is scheduled for November 10.

Daniella Tosta has done a wonderful job in organizing this year’s car show. We hope to see everyone at the show! There will be food, drinks, music, and of course amazing cars!

John Gale Director of Membership

To make sure that you do not miss the car show or other club-related events please make sure to download the Deering Bay App. The app is a convenient way to schedule tee times, view your online statements, and calendar of events. You can also view the social activity calendar online by logging into www.dbycc.com.

On another note, we are still offering our six-month Preview Membership. This is a great membership that your friends can enjoy and experience the club throughout the season.

For more information regarding the Preview Membership please contact me or Daniella Tosta.

A special congratulations goes to…

MR. MAURICIO ESCOBAR who is the winner of the *Membership Ambassador Raffle for the Month of November.

Mr. Escobar, thank you for your referral. Please see John or myself in the Membership Office to receive your prize of a Brunch for two with mimosas or a Golf Foursome. *This voucher must be redeemed within 30 days of announcement. This Voucher is non-transferable and must be fulfilled within one year of receiving it.

Best regards, John Gale Director of Membership

NEW MEMBERS JULIA & CARLOS MACEDO PREVIEW YOUNG EXECUTIVE

NOVEMBER 2019 • 8

STEVEN & JO HANNA JACOBSON PREVIEW GOLF

BODY

mondays 6 pm

LAB

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wednesdays 6 pm

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GREENS R E P O R T

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hope everyone has enjoyed their summer, and welcome back to all of you that have been away. We had a very productive summer this year on the golf course. Unfortunately, the end was very challenging with the weather and the King Tides that hit us again.

The month of August we saw just over 20 inches of rain here on the golf course, and September brought the largest King Tides I have seen in my 4 years here at Deering Bay. In addition to the tides in September, we also received some at the beginning of October. These were not as bad, but we did have water standing on turf for some time.

With our extremely wet August and September, we did fall behind on detail work and weed control. Since then, we have been working very diligently to get back on schedule James “Jimmy” Germana and I can say we are very close to making up all the lost time. For the past 3 weeks, we Director of Grounds have really attacked the weed issue on the golf course by spraying and pulling weeds.

I am sure everyone has noticed the yellowing of some weeds as well and sand spots on the course from the weeds that were pulled. These spots will heal in within the next couple of weeks, especially with the unseasonably high temperatures we have been experiencing; we also applied a pre-emergent herbicide to the course this past Monday to help with any new weeds forming. We will be finishing up our detail work within the next couple of weeks. All palms on the course will be trimmed by the end of October, and the pine straw has been spread over the past two days. Lastly, we will be refreshing the bunkers throughout the golf course for better playability.

On a more positive note, the turf around the course is extremely healthy and I am looking forward to another great season here at Deering Bay. We will be lowering the height of cut on the greens over the next couple of weeks to help speed up the greens and get us in great condition for the rest of the year. As always feel free to contact me anytime with any questions you might have at j.germana@dbycc.com and always remember to fix your ball marks and fill your divots.

Best regards, Jimmy Germana Director of Grounds

NOVEMBER 2019 • 10

Fall Couples

golf Tournament

SUNDAY, NOV. 10

SHOTGUN 10 AM FORMAT Front 9-Shamble Back 9-Two Best Ball of 4

Create Your Own 4-Person Team

ENTRY FEE

$20 per pLAYER

TEE GIFT & PRIZES INCLUDED

Optional lunch following play FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE GOLF PRO SHOP 305.256.2500 - GOLFSHOP@DBYCC.COM

NOVEMBER 2019 • 12

PUMPKIN C A R V I N G

Until next year!

NOVEMBER 2019 • 13

NOVEMBER 2019 • 14

HALLOWEEN F A L L F E S T

r e b em v o N Saturday, November 16 in the Library

Movie: Drop-off: Movie begins: Pick-up: Kids Buffet:

Dora & The Lost City of Gold 6:30 PM 7 PM 9 PM $12++

THIS MOVIE IS

RATED PG Reservations are strongly recommended 305.278.8688 - reservations@dbycc.com

48-HR CANCELLATION POLICY

Upcoming Movie Night: Saturday, December 14

Club Luncheon Lecture Friday, November 15 · 12 - 2 PM Active Aging: Learn How To Stay Healthy At Any Age Join us for an informative talk on how to debunk and demystify the fear around aging. Learn to find practical ways to deal with pain and fatigue, discover better nutrition and exercises choices, understand new treatment options, and learn to build a step-by-step plan to reach your goals.

Get ready to take inspired action towards achieving your ultimate health and wellness goal.

Speaker

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Christa Gurka, MSPT, NCPT is a board-certified Physical Therapist and owner of Pilates in the Grove. Her studios set the benchmark in Pilates instruction and patient centered Physical Therapy interventions. The Pilates in the Grove mission is to empower their clients to live the life they not only desire but deserve.

SALAD Roasted Red & Gold Beet Salad topped with pine nuts, frisée, evoo vinaigrette

ENTREE CHOICE Snapper in Parchment Pouch fall vegetables or

DESSERT

Warm Apple & Cinnamon Crisp vanilla whipped cream

Lunch Buffet

RSVP · 305.278.8688 · reservations@dbycc.com NOVEMBER 2019 • 12 48-Hour Cancellation Policy

Leo Mendoza 11/2 Maria Druland 11/16 Luis De La Cruz 11/4 Francis Harrington 11/16 Stephen Levine 11/4 Andrea Kanter 11/16 Julie Primo 11/4 Polina Vlasenko 11/16 Carla Vila

11/4 Marisol Kutner 11/17 Scarlett Yanes 11/4 Melissa Frouin 11/18 Sonia Bochner 11/5 Yolanda Valdes 11/18 Jay Habacht 11/6 Jeffrey Rubinstein 11/19 Carlos Casuso 11/7 Carlos Zaid 11/19 Henry Faarup 11/7 Michael Hyman 11/20 Michel Nahmad 11/7 Jesus Martinez 11/20 Phyllis Yaffa 11/7 David McDonald

11/20 Silvia Leon 11/8 Juan Mejia 11/20 Mark Antonelli 11/9 Richard Pollack 11/21 Susan Barnett 11/9 Jose Buezas 11/22 Xiomara Menendez 11/9 Jose Cabrera 11/23 Gretchen Tunkey 11/9 Susan Clark 11/24 Peter Eggert 11/10 Suzanne Levitats 11/24 Barbara Sirkin 11/10 Jennifer Tingle 11/24 Rodolfo Stern 11/10 David Rosenbaum 11/25 George Vila 11/10 Guillermo Zuloaga 11/25 Rudy Cecchi 11/11 Roxanne Cason 11/26 Erik Compton 11/11 Eric Gallagher 11/26 Bruny Dougherty 11/11 Eileen Lamchick 11/26 Peder Jacobson 11/11 Elliott Messing 11/26 Sue Rapperport 11/11 Sharon Twomey 11/26 Shannon Allen 11/12 Joy Lynn Borden 11/27 Jan Pollack 11/12 Pamela Wolofsky 11/27 Jason Abrahams 11/14 Alina Gallart 11/28 John Foyt 11/14 Ann Knowles 11/28 Richard Levine 11/14 Becky Rosenbaum 11/28 Paulina Morales 11/14 Frederick Henderson 11/29 Alan Rapperport 11/14 Steven Klein 11/29 Rae Wruble 11/14 Raysa Marrero 11/29 Neris Franco 11/15 Sonnia Viyella 11/29 Paul Kaywin 11/15 Michele Galloway 11/30 Julio Torres 11/15 Barbara Levin 11/30 Josie Vadillo 11/30

NOVEMBER NOVEMBER2019 2018 •• 13 11

W E E K L Y EVENTS

DINING BRUNCH Sundays • 11:30 A.M.-3 P.M. HAPPY HOUR Wednesdays • Ladies 5-7 P.M. Fridays • Club 4-6 P.M.

NOVEMBER

LOBSTER NIGHT First Friday & Saturday of the month.

SUN

MON

TUE

WED

THU

SIGNATURE PRIME RIB NIGHT Second Friday & Saturday of the month.

FRI

SAT

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Lobster Night

Lobster Night Movie Night | Capt. Marvel

POP-UP GRILL Sundays • 5-8 P.M.

FITNESS AQUATIC AEROBICS Tuesdays & Fridays • 11 A.M. BARRE Wednesdays • 6 P.M.

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Brunch w/ Mimosas & BODY AWAKEN/SCULPT Tuesdays & Fridays • 8 A.M. (Awaken) Bloody Marys Wednesdays • 9 A.M. (Sculpt) Pop Up Grill

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Men’s Preseident’s Cup (1st round)

Member Mixer

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Prime Rib Night

Prime Rib Night

Demo Day | Callaway

Shredding Event

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Club Luncheon: Active Aging

Movie Night: Dora & The Lost City of Gold

BODY PUMP/LAB Mondays & Fridays • 9 A.M. (Pump) Mondays • 6 P.M. (Lab) PILATES WITH WEIGHTS Tuesdays • 9 A.M. POWER FLEX Thursdays • 9 A.M. SMOOTH SCULPTING Saturdays • 9 A.M. YOGA Mondays & Wednesdays • 8 A.M.

GOLF PEE-WEE CLINICS (6-10) Tuesdays & Thursdays • 3:30-4:15 P.M. Saturdays • 10-11 A.M.

10 Brunch

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Holiday Toy Drive Begins

Annual Car Show Fall Couples Tournament

MGA #1 Opening Day

Pop Up Grill

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JUNIOR CLINICS (11-17) Tuesdays & Thursdays • 4:30-5:30 P.M. Brunch Saturdays • 10-11 A.M. WOMEN’S CLINICS Wednesdays • 9-10 A.M. Saturdays • 11 A.M.-12 P.M.

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Book Club

Men’s Fall Men’s Fall Member Member Member Social Member Practice Round

Sunshine Saturday

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Pop Up Grill

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Men’s Fall Member Member 1st Round

TENNIS

WOMEN’S CLINICS Mondays & Thursdays • 9:30-11 A.M. WOMEN’S & MEN’S ROUND ROBIN Tuesdays • 7-9 P.M. Thursdays • 7-9 P.M. (Men Only) Saturdays • 9-11 A.M. PEE-WEE CLINICS (6-10) Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 4-4:45 P.M. JUNIOR CLINICS (11-17) Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 5-6 P.M. NOVEMBER 2019 • 18

24 Brunch Pop Up Grill Men’s Fall Member Member Final Round

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Thanksgiving Buffet 12-4 PM

THANKSGIVING

CLUB DINING & SOCIAL GOLF KIDS & TEENS TENNIS

Max’s Wine of the Month

Willamette Valley Vineyards, Dijon Clone, Chardonnay, Willamette Valley, OR, 2016 On my visit to the Willamette Valley in May 2019, I knew that I was going to be enjoying some refreshing Pinot Gris and world class Pinot Noirs, but to my surprise I ended up falling in love with a new style of Chardonnay. It was only time before this vast growing region would undertake Chardonnay as the growing conditions are ideal for both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. This wine displays notes of pineapple, honeydew and a citrus backdrop that moves onto a soft almost creamy finish.

G: $12.50 | B: $45

Willamette Valley Vineyards, Estate, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR, 2017 Walking through these vineyards & wineries in Oregon truly makes you understand why the juice in this bottle is so special. This Pinot Noir is a blend from three estate vineyards & it delivers balance & a great representation of the valley. This wine displays notes of raspberry, strawberry & an undertone of minerality that move onto mature tannins on the finish.

G: $14 | B: $51 #dbycc #drinksonthebay #dbwinecellar

NOVEMBER 2019 • 19

CO-CHAIRS: DAVID BARON & LARRY WOERNER

MEN’S

FALL MEMBER-MEMBER NOV. 21-24, 2019 ENTRY FEE: $200 PER MEMBER THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24

6-8 PM PARTICIPANTS SOCIAL (19TH HOLE) AUCTION, COCKTAILS WITH HEAVY HORS D’OEUVRES, ATTENDANCE BY ONE TEAM MEMBER IS ENCOURAGED. DRESS-COUNTRY CLUB CASUAL

ALL DAY OPTIONAL PRACTICE ROUND ONE NET BETTER BALL OF TWO & SKINS (MUST PLAY WITH ANOTHER TEAM OR A MARKER)

7-8:30 AM CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST (BAR) 8-9 AM FIRST ROUND TEE TIMES, #1 & #10 TEE ONE NET BETTER BALL OF TWOSTABLEFORD 11:30 AM-2:30 PM LUNCHEON (19TH HOLE) OPEN EVENING FOR PARTICIPANTS

7-8 AM CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST (BAR) 8-9 AM FINAL ROUND TEE TIMES, #1 & #10 TEE AGGREGATE STABLEFORD 11:30 AM-2:30 PM LUNCHEON & PRIZE PRESENTATION (POOL TERRACE) (PARTICIPANTS GUESTS WELCOME)

PLEASE CONTACT THE GOLF PRO SHOP WITH ANY QUESTIONS 305.256.2500 - GOLFSHOP@DBYCC.COM

THANKSGIVING BUFFET Thursday, November 28 • 12-4PM $48++ Adults • $24++ Kids • 3 & Under Free

THANKSGIVING FAVORITES

MENU

SEAFOOD STATION

• ROASTED TURKEY, MADEIRA-TURKEY GRAVY, • CHILLED JUMBO COCKTAIL SHRIMP CRANBERRY-ORANGE ZEST SAUCE • COLD & HOT SMOKED ATLANTIC SALMON • PERSILLADE ROASTED STRIP LOIN, • SMOKED BAY SCALLOPS & MUSSELS HORSERADISH CRÈME, MUSHROOM AU JUS • SUSHI ROLLS AND SASHIMI SELECTION • GARLIC-HERB ROASTED LEG OF LAMB, DESSERT STATION TZATZIKI SAUCE, MINT JELLY • PIES PUMPKIN, PECAN, APPLE, • CHEF’S FRESH CATCH SELECTION & BANANA CREAM • TRADITIONAL HERBED STUFFING • CAKES - GERMAN CHOCOLATE, • YUKON GOLD MASHED POTATOES CARROT, & CHOCOLATE FLOURLESS • GLAZED SWEET POTATOES, MARSHMALLOW BRULÉE • WARM BREAD PUDDING, • ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLES, APPLE-WINE GLAZE BOURBON CARAMEL • GREEN BEANS AMANDINE • ASSORTED DESSERT BARS SOUPS & SALAD • COOKIES • ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP • FRESH FRUIT DISPLAY • ANTIPASTO PLATTER • TRADITIONAL HOUSE SALAD, TOPPINGS & DRESSINGS KIDS STATION • CAESAR SALAD • CHICKEN FINGERS • FIVE-BEAN SALAD • HOMEMADE MAC & CHEESE • GRANNY SMITH APPLE SALAD • WAFFLE FRIES

RSVP 305.278.8688 - reservations@dbycc.com 48 HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY NOVEMBER 2019 • 9

new year’S EVE

DINNER & COUNTDOWN

TUESDAY, december 31 MORE INFORMATION TO FOLLOW