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Twin Cities Originals Newsletter -July 2010

TCO's 5th Annual TCO Summer Event

On Thursday, July 22, Twin Cities Originals' coalition of 20 independently owned and operated metropolitan restaurants is holding their 5th Annual Taste of the TCO from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the International Market Square.

This year, along with the fine food and wine that attendees have come to expect at every TCO event, the Taste of the TCO will feature a special Restaurant Olympics event. The event starts with a Bartender Competition at 7:00 p.m. and the piece de resistance, the Chef Competition at 8:00 p.m.

Back by popular demand, TCO will again host a Wine Raffle where,
tickets will be $10 each and two winners will walk away with 30 bottles of wine.

Tickets are now available online for $45. Remaining tickets will be sold at the door for $50. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to TCOriginals.com.

If you purchase your tickets here, you will receive one point on your Rewards Card for every dollar spent.


The Twin Cities Originals discounted Web Certificates will go on sale Tuesday, July 13th at 10:00 AM CDT. Look for the link on our web site at www.tcoriginals.com

DETAILS: The certificates are discounted 30 percent, $35 for a $50 gift certificate and $17.50 for a $25 gift certificate. They cannot be used for alcohol, tax or gratuity. The certificates are not redeemable for cash, and no change will be given on the unused amount of the certificate. Only one gift certificate may be used per table per visit, and cannot be used on holidays or for special events. There is a limited quantity and are available on a first come, first served basis.

EVENTS

McCoy's Public House

Sam Adam's Beer Dinner
Join us on Tuesday, July 13 at 6:30 for a beer dinner featuring Sam Adams. We will be serving a 5 course meal featuring these Sam Adam's Beers: Boston Lager, Cherry Wheat, Summer Ale, Black Lager and Imperial White. The dinner only costs $45 and includes tax and tip. Call 952 224 9494 for more information or write John Ryan at johnr@mccoyspublichouse.com.

Afton House Inn

Fireworks Cruise
Hudson, July 3rd, 2010 Stillwater - July 4th, 2010 Hot Dogs, Potato Chips and Bar Available on Cash Basis. No Food included on this cruise. Hudson, WI Departure. Boarding starts at 8pm & Departs at 8:30pm from Hudson, WI. $20 for Adults and $12 for Kids 10 and under - more info

Fireworks Dinner Cruise
Hudson Fireworks - Saturday, July 3rd, 2010 Stillwater Fireworks - Sunday, July 4th, 2010 Enjoy our Herb Baked Chicken & Zesty BBQ Rib Dinner Cruise while cruising to Hudson, WI or Stillwater, MN. $34.95pp plus tax Boarding starts at 8pm & Departs at 8:30pm from Hudson, WI - more info

Brazillian Dinner and Dance Cruise
Join Xibaba on a warm summer evening for a fun-filled festive night of great food, Brazilian music and dancing under the stars. Enjoy a 3 hour cruise on the St. Croix River with family and friends; celebrate summer! Saturday, July 10, 2010 on the the scenic St. Croix River. 6:30 - 9:30pm - boarding at 6pm aboard The Grand Duchess. $44.95 pp and includes dinner, cruise, music, dance! - more info

Comedy Dinner Cruise - Scott Hansen
Boarding at 6:30pm Hudson, WI, departing 7:00pm and returning at 10pm. Enjoy our fabulous Herb Baked Chicken and Zesty Slow Cooked BBQ Ribs buffet with Buttered Parsley Potatoes, Hot vegetable blend, Assorted Pasta Salads, Mediterranean Salad, Rolls & Butter. Includes chef's choice dessert. $54.95 per person - more info

Free Wine Tasting - Swirl My Wine
Join us for free wine tasting every Friday from 6:00 to 8:30 pm at the new Swirl Wine Bar (attached to the Afton House Inn).

Eden Avenue Grill
Eden Avenue Grill Specials
Live music every Wednesday night! Bobby Schnitzer plays guitar from 6-8PM.   Eden Avenue Grill Happy Hour: 3-6PM Daily   Drink Specials! 12 oz Tap Beers are only $2.00.   Food Specials! - 4oz Mini Burger with Fries $4.00 - Four Loaded Skins $4.00 - Deep Fried Shrimp w/ Fries $6.00 - Five Chicken Drummies $4.00 (Homemade Bleu Cheese) - Southwestern Egg Rolls $5.00

Great Waters Brewing Company
Charity Golf Tournament
Save the date; Great Waters 9th Annual Charity Golf Tournament for Big Brothers / Sisters of the Twin Cities. Mississippi Dunes. Lunch, golf, prizes and dinner for $100. - more info


 

Give The Gift of Good Taste!

TCO Gift Card

 The perfect gift card accepted at some of the Twin Cities' best restaurants! Gift cards may be purchased in any dollar amount between $25-$1,000. The card can be used multiple times for your own dining, or as a gift.

Your gift cards will be mailed via USPS within two (2) business days of receipt of payment. Enjoy!
To purchase, click here. If you would like to purchase your card by phone,
call 877-229-7299.

Click Here to check the balance on your Originals Gift Card.

TWIN CITIES ORIGINALS RESTAURANTS

Afton House Inn

3291 South St. Croix Trail (box 326) -Map It-

Afton, MN

651-436-8883

Azia Restaurant

2550 Nicollet Ave S -Map It-

Minneapolis, MN

(612) 813-1200

Barker's Bar & Grill

413 2nd St. -Map It-

Hudson, WI

(715) 386-4123

Biella

227 Water Street -Map It-

Excelsior, MN

952-474-8881

Cork's Irish Pub

175 10th St E -Map It-

St. Paul, MN

(651) 224-5111

Dancing Ganesha

1100 Harmon Place -Map It-

Minneapolis, MN

612-338-1877

Eden Avenue Grill

5101 Arcadia Avenue -Map It-

Edina, MN

952-925-5628

Great Waters Brewing Company

426 Saint Peter Street -Map It-

St. Paul , MN

651-224-2739

Ike's Food and Cocktails

50 South 6th Street -Map It-

Minneapolis, MN

612-746-4537

Lake Elmo Inn

PO Box 182 -Map It-

Lake Elmo, MN

651-777-8495

Luci Ancora

2060 Randolph Avenue -Map It-

St. Paul, MN

651-690-0225

McCoy's Public House

3801 Grand Way -Map It-

St. Louis Park, MN

(952) 224-9494

Murray's

26 South 6th Street -Map It-

Minneapolis, MN

612-339-0909

Rudolph's

1933 Lyndale Avenue South -Map It-

Minneapolis, MN

612-871-8969

San Pedro Cafe

426 2nd St -Map It-

Hudson, WI

(715) 386-4003

Spill The Wine

1101 Washington Avenue South -Map It-

Minneapolis, MN

612-339-3388

St. Clair Broiler

1580 Saint Clair Ave -Map It-

St. Paul, MN

651-698-7055

Town Talk Diner

2707 East Lake Street -Map It-

Minneapolis, MN

(612) 722-1312

Whitney Bistro

5120 American Blvd West -Map It-

Bloomington, MN

952-698-4864

Woolleys Steakhouse

7901 - 34th Ave S. -Map It-

Bloomington, MN

(952) 854-1010

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