February, 2008

February, 2008
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Editor’s Memo

  • Homing In On the Answer
    A better goal is to make clubs or resorts places that all people want to habitually go to, instead of being at home

    Publisher's Note

  • Where Will You Be in 2018?
    The real focus needs to be: What will my club look like in 10 years?

    Club Features

  • The Country Club at Mirasol Moves Smoothly to Member-Owned
    After they build, developers will go. But management at this successful development club is already taking important steps to ensure a comfortable transition for all who will stay.

    Food & Beverage

  • An Appetite for Appetizers
    When it comes to their “opening acts,” chefs are balancing maximum-impact flavors with highly recognizable dishes.

    Chef to Chef

  • The Cadillac of Club Cuisine
    As Detroit has driven the automotive world, the Detroit Athletic Club (DAC) has played a large role in shaping the Motor City’s history and impact since 1887. The club now occupies a magnificent six-story clubhouse in the center of downtown Detroit’s theater and sports district.

    Course & Grounds

  • Tying It All Together
    Course fixtures and supplies may seem mundane, but they can be important parts of developing and enhancing consistent, distinctive themes and looks for a property.

    Golf Operations

  • Swing Science
    To improve posture, balance, flexibility, strength and control, golfers seek fitness programs that work from the inside out, enhancing performance and preventing injury.

    Club Architechure

  • An (Eagle’s) Eye for Detail
    A strong project team sticks to the five-year plan, despite many unexpected hurdles, to deliver spectacular results—and preserve some national treasures along the way.

    Today's Manager

  • Giving Leasing
    The same rules that apply to prudent use of personal plastic also provide good guidelines for lease/buy decisions.

    Technology

  • Tipping Point Technology
    Clubs and resorts are helping to drive the mixing of a myriad of technologies, in the quest to produce a total point-of-sale solution for optimum service.

    Recipe Exchange

  • Swordfish with Smoked Salmon Mascarpone Cheese Risotto
    Submitted by: Kevin Brennan, CEC, AAC, Executive Chef, Detroit Athletic Club
  • Bourbon Beef Roll with Bourbon Brown-Sugar Glaze
    Submitted by Chef Daniel Pine, EXECUTIVE CHEF, Fort wayne (IND.) Country Club
  • Pulled Lamb Bell on Won Ton Crisp, Cumin Scented Avocado and Overnight Tomato Confit
    Submitted by Michael Weisshaupt , EXECUTIVE CHEF; Restaurant Latour in the Grand Cascades Lodge, Resorts at Crystal Springs
  • Crevetes d’ Or
    Recipe by Cullen Lord, Executive Chef, The Bluffs Country Club
  • Jumbo Shrimp Martini with Shrimp Marinade and Sweet and Sour Onions
    Recipe by Daniel Pine, Executive Chef, Fort Wayne Country Club
  • Pulled Lamb Belly on Won Ton Crisp, Cumin-Scented Avocado and Overnight Tomato Confit
    Recipe by Michael Weisshaupt, Executive Chef, Restaurant Latour at Crystal Springs Resort
  • Vegan Polenta with White Vegetable Stock, Butternut Squash Puree and White Balsamic Vinaigrette
    Submitted by Kevin Brennan, CEC, AAC, Executive Chef, Detroit Athletic Club
  • Duckling Ham Smoked in Hot Brine, with Mucky Duck Sherry Sauce and Sherry Vinaigrette
    Submitted by Kevin Brennan, CEC, AAC, Executive Chef, Detroit Athletic Club

    Products at Work

  • Making the Locker Room The Place to Be
    By just saying yes, an amenities supplier has helped Green Acres CC upgrade its locker rooms to match the rest of the club’s environment.
  • A Virtual Clubhouse
    One key aspect of Charlotte CC’s renovation has dramatically transformed the part of the property that has no walls.

    Association News

  • Excellence In Club Management Award Dinner
    A Night to Remember

    Ideas Exchange

  • Loews Hotels Launches "Edu-cations": Exclusive Teen Learning Vacations
    Idea Submitted by Loews Hotels
  • Want to Bring Your Staff Together? Have Them Smash Each Other in the Kisser (And Wherever Else They Can Hit)!
    Submitted by Manasquan River Golf Club