Friday, November 26, 2010

Happy Black Friday!

Wow! How about that Thanksgiving Day weather. We are truly blessed here in Flagler Beach when the AC needs to be on for Turkey Day! We were closed yesterday for one of the three days a year your favorite beach-side restaurant isn't open (the other two being Christmas Day and New Year's Day) but are back for you this weekend. We have some great music on our stage with the Cris Tuttle Band and the debut of Guitarman Steve. Steve is a product of our Monday night auditions and rocked his audition even without a PA system. Your ears are in for music treat tonight AND Saturday night.


We have TWO wedding reception at the Golden Lion this weekend. Looking for a great spot to host your meeting, Holiday Party, or group? The Golden Lion is a family-friendly venue right on the beach. We will create a custom menu for you, or check out our catering menu online at http://goldenlioncafe.com/catering.html. Email us at info@goldenlioncafe.com or phone us at 439-3004.




Music This Weekend:
Fri Nov 26 6pm-10pm Cris Tuttle Band Classic Rock
Sat Nov 27 6pm-10pm Guitarman Steve Rock, Folk & Blues


Monday Night we host the Flagler Beach Relay For Life committee meeting. Want to learn more about this great local event. Stop by between 5:30 and 6:30.

Celebrate Repeal Day December 5th!

Prohibition Ends at Last!

On December 5th, 1933 Prohibition ended in the United States. Repeal Day is not widely celebrated in this country, yet it commemorates the anniversary of the day the United States repealed the Eighteenth Amendment and gave Americans the constitutional ability to consume alcohol. Here at the Golden Lion staff and guests are encouraged to dress in the fashions of the era, ragtime music replaces the reggae house music, and we serve up classic cocktails such as Martinis, Manhattans, Rusty Nails, & Rob Roys. Make plans to stop in and join the celebration!

Dem Say it is the way to go, so Zeus has gone web 2.0!!! Zeus has had a page on myspace for a while, but has recently expanded his reach. Visit the Golden Lion on facebook, myspace, and twitter! Are you a fan of blogs? Subscribe to Zeus News to get the inside scoop!

CELEBRATING OUR 19TH YEAR AS FLAGLER'S MOST AWARDED RESTAURANT





Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Zeus News: Special Wednesday Edition

A special Wednesday edition of Zeus News to remind you of two fantastic mid-week events!




Book Signing by Tim Baker

On Wednesday, November 17, Tim Baker will be hosting a book signing from 6-9pm complete with hors d'oeuvres, wine, & live music. Tickets, which include your signed copy of Water Hazard, are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. For more info contact dana@letthinkdry.com or tbaker@blinddogbooks.com. A portion of the ticket sales will benefit Christmas Come True.

What The Heck Is Beaujolais Nouveau?

Beaujolais Nouveau Night 2010 is almost here! We have been talking about it for months, which may lead the uninitiated to pose the question "What The Heck Is Beaujolais Nouveau?" The short story? Beaujolais Nouveau Night is a Golden Lion tradition of over 15 years. We join the worldwide party on the third Thursday of November every year. For almost as long, the entertainment has been provided by the incomparable Will Pearsall. Join us next Thursday for a great party with great food!




The long story? At one past midnight on the third Thursday of each November, from little villages and towns like Romanèche-Thorins, over a million cases of Beaujolais Nouveau begin their journey through a sleeping France to Paris for immediate shipment to all parts of the world. Banners proclaim the good news: Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé! "The New Beaujolais has arrived!" One of the most frivolous and animated rituals in the wine world has begun.

By the time it is over, over 65 million bottles, nearly half of the region's total annual production, will be distributed and drunk around the world. It has become a worldwide race to be the first to serve to this new wine of the harvest. In doing so, it has been carried by motorcycle, balloon, truck, helicopter, Concorde jet, elephant, runners and rickshaws to get it to its final destination. It is amazing to realize that just weeks before this wine was a cluster of grapes in a growers vineyard. But by an expeditious harvest, a rapid fermentation, and a speedy bottling, all is ready at the midnight hour. By French law, Beaujolais Nouveau is to be released no earlier than the third Thursday of November.

Beaujolais Nouveau began as a local phenomenon in the local bars, cafes, and bistros of Beaujolais and Lyons. Each fall the new Beaujolais would arrive with much fanfare. In pitchers filled from the growers barrels, wine was drunk by an eager population. It was wine made fast to drink while the better Beaujolais was taking a more leisurely course.

Beaujolais Nouveau is as about as close to white wine as a red wine can get. Due to the way it is made -the must is pressed early after only three days- the phenolic compounds, in particular the astringent tannins, normally found in red wines, isn't there, leaving an easy to drink, fruity wine. This, coupled with the fact that it tastes best when chilled, makes for a festive wine to be gulped rather than sipped, enjoyed in high spirits rather than critiqued. As a side note, it makes a great transitional wine for anyone wanting to move from white to red wines.

The race from grape to glass may be silly, but half the fun is knowing that on the same night, in homes, restaurants,cafes, pubs, bars and bistros around the world, the same celebration is taking place.


Join us Thursday night for a glass of wine, or enjoy a four-course meal planned especially for the night! Call 386.439.3004 for more info! Not near us? Visit duboeufnouveau.com for info about celebrations in your city!


In other news, we have a great weekend of fun! Live music from Joe & Donny, Captain Nick, and Ron & Pat. Phlockings, birthday parties, limbo contests, or full moon dancing. Something for everyone!


Got Music? Just a reminder that we hold music tryouts on Monday nights. We have discovered many new acts this way and look forward to finding more. Call 439-3004 to schedule your tryout!

Free Wi-Fi! Did you know we have wi-fi available to our guests? Ask your server for details the next time you're here.

Looking for a great spot to host your meeting or group? The Golden Lion is a family-friendly venue right on the beach. We will create a custom menu for you, or check out our catering menu online at http://goldenlioncafe.com/catering.html. Email us at info@goldenlioncafe.com or phone us at 439-3004.

Dem Say it is the way to go, so Zeus has gone web 2.0!!! Zeus has had a page on myspace for a while, but has recently expanded his reach. Visit the Golden Lion on facebook, myspace, and twitter! Are you a fan of blogs? Subscribe to Zeus News to get the inside scoop!

Celebrating our 19th year as Flagler's Most Awarded Restaurant

Friday, November 12, 2010

Happy Friday from The Golden Lion!

The air might have cooled a bit, but it has been nothing but sunshine in Flagler Beach! We have an exciting week ahead with a book signing by Flagler Beach author Tim Baker and our traditional Beaujolais Nouveau party! We have warm seating inside and our patio heaters going on the outside, so come on out and enjoy!


Live Music This Weekend:
Fri Nov 12 6pm-10pm Rattleshake Classic Rock Duo
Sat Nov 13 6pm-10pm Better Half Duo Colorado Based Rock Duo


Beaujolais Nouveau Night 2010 is almost here! We have been talking about it for months, which may lead the uninitiated to pose the question "What The Heck Is Beaujolais Nouveau?" The short story? Beaujolais Nouveau Night is a Golden Lion tradition of over 15 years. We join the worldwide party on the third Thursday of November every year. For almost as long, the entertainment has been provided by the incomparable Will Pearsall. Join us next Thursday for a great party with great food! For the long story, click here. Make your reservations by calling 386.439.3004!


Book Signing by Tim Baker

On Wednesday, November 17, Tim Baker will be hosting a book signing from 6-9pm complete with hors d'oeuvres, wine, & live music. Tickets, which include your signed copy of Water Hazard, are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. For more info contact dana@letthinkdry.com or tbaker@blinddogbooks.com. A portion of the ticket sales will benefit Christmas Come True.
Visit www.blinddogbooks.com and www.christmascometrue.org


Flagler Junior Lifeguard Raffle
Big thanks to all who purchased raffle tickets for our fundraiser. Flagler Beach's own Debbie Noble won twenty minutes with a dolphin at Marineland. Her ticket was drawn by one of our guests on Monday afternoon. Big Kudos to Rusty for being salesman extraordinaire! With the help of Sarah T., he sold over $1000 in raffle tickets. Way to go Rusty!




Hey who's that wearing a Golden Lion t-shirt in Key West?
None other than Flagler Beach's own Captain Nick. He took photos all over Key West last week during Meeting Of The Minds. Send us your photos and we'll make you infamous!


Nick & Rob also stopped to visit the best server in the Keys. Recognize her?
We miss you Sevanah!

Upcoming Events:
  • November 17 Tim Baker Book Signing Local Author's "Water Hazard"
  • November 18 Beaujolais Nouveau Night Join this Golden Lion tradition!
  • November 20 Phun Coast Parrothead Club
  • December 5 Repeal Day Join as we commemorate our Constitutional right to a drink!


Got Music? Just a reminder that we hold music tryouts on Monday nights. We have discovered many new acts this way and look forward to finding more. Call 439-3004 to schedule your tryout!

Free Wi-Fi! Did you know we have wi-fi available to our guests? Ask your server for details the next time you're here.

Looking for a great spot to host your meeting or group? The Golden Lion is a family-friendly venue right on the beach. We will create a custom menu for you, or check out our catering menu online at http://goldenlioncafe.com/catering.html. Email us at info@goldenlioncafe.com or phone us at 439-3004.

Dem Say it is the way to go, so Zeus has gone web 2.0!!! Zeus has had a page on myspace for a while, but has recently expanded his reach. Visit the Golden Lion on facebook, myspace, and twitter! Are you a fan of blogs? Subscribe to Zeus News to get the inside scoop!

Celebrating our 19th year as Flagler's Most Awarded Restaurant






Wednesday, November 10, 2010

What The Heck Is Beaujolais Nouveau?

Beaujolais Nouveau Night 2010 is almost here! We have been talking about it for months, which may lead the uninitiated to pose the question "What The Heck Is Beaujolais Nouveau?" The short story? Beaujolais Nouveau Night is a Golden Lion tradition of over 15 years. We join the worldwide party on the third Thursday of November every year. For almost as long, the entertainment has been provided by the incomparable Will Pearsall. Join us next Thursday for a great party with great food!




The long story? At one past midnight on the third Thursday of each November, from little villages and towns like Romanèche-Thorins, over a million cases of Beaujolais Nouveau begin their journey through a sleeping France to Paris for immediate shipment to all parts of the world. Banners proclaim the good news: Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé! "The New Beaujolais has arrived!" One of the most frivolous and animated rituals in the wine world has begun.

By the time it is over, over 65 million bottles, nearly half of the region's total annual production, will be distributed and drunk around the world. It has become a worldwide race to be the first to serve to this new wine of the harvest. In doing so, it has been carried by motorcycle, balloon, truck, helicopter, Concorde jet, elephant, runners and rickshaws to get it to its final destination. It is amazing to realize that just weeks before this wine was a cluster of grapes in a growers vineyard. But by an expeditious harvest, a rapid fermentation, and a speedy bottling, all is ready at the midnight hour. By French law, Beaujolais Nouveau is to be released no earlier than the third Thursday of November.

Beaujolais Nouveau began as a local phenomenon in the local bars, cafes, and bistros of Beaujolais and Lyons. Each fall the new Beaujolais would arrive with much fanfare. In pitchers filled from the growers barrels, wine was drunk by an eager population. It was wine made fast to drink while the better Beaujolais was taking a more leisurely course.

Beaujolais Nouveau is as about as close to white wine as a red wine can get. Due to the way it is made -the must is pressed early after only three days- the phenolic compounds, in particular the astringent tannins, normally found in red wines, isn't there, leaving an easy to drink, fruity wine. This, coupled with the fact that it tastes best when chilled, makes for a festive wine to be gulped rather than sipped, enjoyed in high spirits rather than critiqued. As a side note, it makes a great transitional wine for anyone wanting to move from white to red wines.

The race from grape to glass may be silly, but half the fun is knowing that on the same night, in homes, restaurants,cafes, pubs, bars and bistros around the world, the same celebration is taking place.



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Saturday, November 6, 2010

We want to host your Christmas Party!

Have your Christmas Party at the Golden Lion!! We can host inside or outside (with the help of our supar-warm patio heaters). Please contact Julio at 439-3004. He will guide you through our menu choices, prices, beverages, and desserts for all your needs. All you have to do is turn up for the festivities. We can accomodate groups of all sizes. Happy Holidays To All!

Thursday, November 4, 2010

End Of Summer Weekend!

Flagler Beach will be buzzing this weekend with the Tommy Tant Memorial Surf Contest & First Friday celebration! While you're visiting, stop over for our Customer Appreciation / End Of Summer Party! Great music from The Dirty Byrds, free stuff, and good times!




Live Music This Weekend:
Fri Nov 5 6pm-10pm Ken McLanus Acoustic Rock
Sat Nov 6 6pm-10pm The Dirty Byrds Rock & Roll
*Golden Lion End Of Summer Party*
Sun Nov 7 12:30-4:30 Billy Bowers Flip-Flop Tapping Beach Music



Upcoming Events:
  • November 6 End Of Summer Party Giveways and Great Music for the locals!
  • November 6-7 Tommy Tant Memorial Surf Contest A Flagler Beach Tradition
  • November 17 Tim Baker Book Signing Local Author's "Water Hazard"
  • November 18 Beaujolais Nouveau Night Join this Golden Lion tradition!
  • November 20 Phun Coast Parrothead Club
  • December 5 Repeal Day Join as we commemorate our Constitutional right to a drink!


Got Music? Just a reminder that we hold music tryouts on Monday nights. We have discovered many new acts this way and look forward to finding more. Call 439-3004 to schedule your tryout!

Free Wi-Fi! Did you know we have wi-fi available to our guests? Ask your server for details the next time you're here.

Looking for a great spot to host your meeting or group? The Golden Lion is a family-friendly venue right on the beach. We will create a custom menu for you, or check out our catering menu online at http://goldenlioncafe.com/catering.html. Email us at info@goldenlioncafe.com or phone us at 439-3004.

Dem Say it is the way to go, so Zeus has gone web 2.0!!! Zeus has had a page on myspace for a while, but has recently expanded his reach. Visit the Golden Lion on facebook, myspace, and twitter! Are you a fan of blogs? Subscribe to Zeus News to get the inside scoop!

Celebrating our 19th year as Flagler's Most Awarded Restaurant