Sunday, February 22, 2009

Sunday Brunch Thanks!!, Sunrise, DC News, Pizza, Dan and Katherine and my hopes for one more good storm!!!

ANOTHER beautiful sunrise Today!!
And Yes, all of those birds in the air in the next picture are eagles, enjoying this wonderful day!
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For Sunday Brunch At the Award Winning Chart Room Restaurant,Located at The Grand Aleutian Hotel In Dutch Harbor Alaska?

Lots of Wonderful salads and savories today to start out the meal.....

But , like always I head right to the French Toast (Today With Blueberries!)........
But the Chicken Puttanesca is just AWESOME today.
And of course Ham and Roast beef for those more traditional minded among you.
Although I chronicle our Sunday Brunch every week I really do not have anything to do with it besides making sure the rooms are clean and the Linen is done.
So Today I would like to say a Sunday Brunch Thanks to all those who make our weekly gatherings possible:
First off to Executive Chef Rich who does not just a great job with brunch, but every day running two restaurants, Functions, Scheduling being a mentor to Junior,and ORDERING (Which, with our delivery times makes ordering anything a nightmare!) It is rather Ironic that although he takes amazing photos he is a bit camera shy himself, so I will alow one of his creations to stand in for him. Great Smoothies today!! and the Deserts look cool today too, though I miss the little Granola cups from the other week. And anytime you want to make those Polenta Pancakes again is fine with me!!!
Eddie, who makes my French Toast or Pancakes every morning for me but today! He is personally responsible for my current addiction to breakfast.
We all know Janice's Willie who is Richard's Second in Command (And who makes Sushi to die for!)
Paul and Jack (Just back from vacation and flashing me the "Devil Sign") Round out the kitchen with their awesome creations from salads to crepes.
Junior has off today, but it would not be Sunday Brunch without him so here he is from Dani's Birthday Brunch!
Trudy, Darlene.........
And Geshaw are our servers today and every Sunday so remember to tip them well!!
And Finally Glenn, who brings all the alcohol to all of the outlets and has the most important job on the Island; He is Personally responsible for ensuring the Mountain Dew supply at the Hotel and the Restaurant. I pray for his safety and health every day.
NOW, Lets get on to the "Dirt"..........
I caught Cookie Dough at "The store that shall not be named" stocking up on supplies for a "Boys Night" at her home. (Of course she caught me at the same store reacting to "The Real Unalaska" blog post in the next photo) Check out her blog for all her adventures (And plenty of shots for you Juniorholics) at http://unalaskamom.blogspot.com/

Darn you Alena!! After reading your blog the other day I may never again be able to make my favorite quick supper by chopping up a bunch of fresh mushrooms on top of this Pizza. Go see what all the Fuss is about at:
http://therealunalaska.blogspot.com/
Dan's Office door is closed, probably for the first time since I got here. But you, like I, can even follow him to the Swedish Arctic Circle with satellite tracking at his blog:

And FINALLY Katherine's neice gave birth to a wonderful baby boy. Go see the pictures at:
http://capesarichefsalon.blogspot.com/ . (Also compare this picture to the one she posted on there to see why I told her she needs like a week of sleep!)
On to Deadliest Catch News:
EVERONE is still out fishing, though the season is winding down for all but the Cornelia Marie which got a late start. The Northwestern boys are probably doing alot of this though since last I heard they are stuck in St Paul with the Ice.....

See everyone, I do get over to the Unalaska side of the islands sometimes.......


And Finally, would it really be too much of a bother to ask for just ONE more really good snowstorm/blizzard? The snow from the last one did not stick around long at all and I really would like one more good shot before spring arrives. Heck, today I am walking around outside in a polo shirt and not even feeling chilly. (Although I must say it is quiet today, almost too quiet. Maybe Mother Nature is going to give us a kick in the pants here soon!)

Hope everyone has a Great Sunday!!

CB

20 comments:

mamawas said...

The salmon and tropical smoothies look delicious this AM CB


The Sunday brunch is something many look forward to and APPRECIATE you doing for your blog followers a true thank you
DOnna

Reading said...

What great variety of pics....I enjoyed them all.....french toast looks great...I'll take some and some roast beef...

Looks like someone didn't want their picture taken!!!!

you made my day....

Margrita said...

Awesome selection of pictures CB. Thank you for sharing them with us. I look forward to reading your blog you do a great job.

Mary C said...

CB-Thanks so much for the wonderful brunch! The french toast is my favorite. The pictures are beautiful. I was wondering, do you see the northern lights where you are?

Have a great week!
Mary C

(Katherine, Hayden James is perfect! Congrats to the family!)

Janice said...

Willie, Willie, Willie- if you only knew... and you make kick ass sushi! Hmmm- I am picturing a lovely black cocktail dress and some interesting food and drink. I'm making bologna & cheese sandwiches and Hawaiin punch and Vodka- Hula Coolers as we used to call them and you are wearing---no wait- What I am really thinking can't be published. Wink ;)Thanks for being such a good sport. Okay- I'll wear the dress and you can cook.

Carlisleboy said...

No Northern Lights so Far Mary, But I can always Hope (Pray, beg and wish too!!)
And Naughty naughty Janice, passing your comments along to williw though.(He is rather flattered and wants to know more about you BTW)

Anonymous said...

Sorry I can't log in to my account. Is the Wiz in St. Paul also? Wonderful brunch pictures, thanks for sharing CB!!

Leigh said...

I have read in a few places the Time Bandit is finished for the season already & the guys are home with their families.

Love the pics CB.

Mystic said...

Uber awesome brunch today. I must admit the French toast is my weakness...sigh.

So many blogs to try to check on. This week will be rather hecktic for me, but I'll try to stop by and check on all the goings on in Dutch.

Hey...with Katherine returning soon, you will be able to resume your all natural highlights!
Hugs to you...Welcome to the world Hayden ,and ya'll pray I survive the upcoming week from Hell!!!!!!!

Hugs!

Mary C said...

Leigh the TB is home. I was on a chat with John last night. He's looking forward to taking it easy.....ha ha 8-)

Carlisleboy said...

Oh, Shoot, Sorry Guys. I was suposed to Hold out on the TB being done but since the Buys have spilled it already, Yep, they are done. (No lying if you are observant you will notice I did not post the TB picture when I said everyone was out fishing.) The NW is as of NOW (3:41pm AST) free from the ice since this morning and is back on her final run. (Maybe Dutch This week)
Sorry TB folks, the TB had no quota down here to deliver.

Reading said...

thanks for not spilling the beans CB...I want to be suprised about some things...I wish other people were as considerate as you are...

gbbarb said...

13th comment!! YES!!!!

Just got back from watching Wicked which was fabulous and I log on and see we are at twelve comments. It must be fate for me to be WICKED!!!1

Carlisleboy said...

So this Proves it. GbBarb is in league with the dark side.
Good to know

Kimi said...

awesome brunch CB.Other news has been leaked...check your email! Blueberry french toast...OMG Im omw! Love the pics!

gbbarb said...

No one loves the WICKED!!

Yup, prepare yourselves for lots and lots of Wicked references for the next couple of days or until I get those songs out of me head.

I'm not in league with the dark side CB, God wants me to harass you, he told me so

Elizabeth Douglas said...

Thanks for another wonderful brunch, beautiful pics, and a big congrats on the new arival to the island! Welcome to the world little guy! I hope all goes smoothly without Dan, but it's cool that he's posted a tracker on his blog so we can see his trek. Thanks for the fun CB! :)

Cape Sarichef Aveda Salon (907)581-8100 said...

CB,
Today is a Happy Sunday!! I actually had about 6 hours of sleep last night. Still catching up but think I will be caught up before I get home! Photos of home are so awesome. Thank you. I can't wait to get home and smell the salty-sea air, see the majestic mountains, be back at the 'Grand', and sleep in my bed!! Love ya,
Kath

Dani said...

Ohhh food looks great, it has put me in the mood for french toast for dinner lol
yep i agree sunday brunch wouldnt be sunday brunch without junior so any picture is better than none. hope he had a good day off!!

haha and i love your comment janice, very funny!!

cher in Cal said...

CB, best wishes for a smooth week, I know you will be beyond busy! Thanks for the update and once again your nature photos are stunning! Read about the "speical pizza", I think I will join you on the pizza boycott for while... eeewwww! Take care and God bless, Cher