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Coffee and Luncheons

Posted on 06.01.22

There will be no luncheon for July

Our next Luncheon will be on August 4, 2022

Posted on 04.30.22

June 2022 Luncheon


Please join us for our June luncheon at

Menger Hotel
Colonial Room
204 Alamo Plaza
San Antonio, Tx 78205

Be transported back in time at the Colonial Room Restaurant and Menger Bar. Oscar Wilde, Ulysses S. Grant, Theodore Roosevelt, and many other San Antonio elite socialized at the city’s most sumptuous galas right here at our hotel! Check out the display cases to see the museum-worthy mementos they left at the oldest continuously operating hotel west of the Mississippi, the elegant Menger Hotel welcomes guests with a nod to San Antonio’s colorful past intermingled with its cosmopolitan present.

June 2, 2022

Social hour starts at 11:30 (cash bar available)
The luncheon starts at 12 noon


Buffet Style Luncheon

Selections Include:

Menger Tortilla Soup
Fresh tomatoes, onions, spices and shredded chicken, topped with tortilla strips, cheese and avocado.

House Salad

Fruit and cheese trays

Poblano Chicken
Charbroiled chicken breast sauteed with onion, poblano peppers, topped with pepper jack cheese, served with rice pilaf and vegetables de jour

Dessert

Coffee and tea

No walk-ins are admitted on the day of the luncheon.  No refunds will be given for cancellations made after the reservation deadline. Guests are limited to prospective members and out-of-town guests. Please indicate the guest’s name and menu selections with reservation.

Reservation and cancellation deadline: Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Please direct reservation questions to Suzy Van Alstyne at 832–567–3843

Click this link to register: https://newcomers-of-san-antonio.square.site/s/shop

Posted on 03.28.22

May 2022 Luncheon and Fashion Show

Please join us for May’s Luncheon and Fashion Show at The Dominion on Thursday, May 5, 2022. 

Donning your favorite Derby/Easter/Cinco de Mayo hat is encouraged and prizes will be awarded!! 

Several members will walk the runway in their favorite Spring Fashions Emceed by our very own Michelle Plazek.

1 Dominion Dr 
San Antonio, TX 78257 
(210) 698-3364 

Social Hour starts at 11:30 a.m. (cash bar available) 
The luncheon starts at 12:00. 


Enjoy delicious dining at The Dominion with unparalleled views against an exquisite all-natural backdrop paired with our incredible service. 

SALAD 

CAESAR SALAD 
Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Shaved Parmesan and Asiago Garlic Croutons House-Made Caesar Dressing 

Freshly Baked Rolls and Sweet Creamery Butter 

ENTREE 

Choose from the following: 

PARMESAN CRUSTED CHICKEN 
Covered in Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Coulis 

 PEPPER SEARED ATLANTIC SALMON 
Lemon Butter and Fresh Tarragon, 
Creamy Almond Risotto and Parmesan Roasted Brussels 

CAULIFLOWER STIR-FRY

DESSERT 
Raspberry Swirl NY Cheesecake

BEVERAGES
Iced tea, soda, coffee 

RESERVATION/CANCELLATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, April 27, 2022 

No Walk-ins are admitted on the day of the luncheon. No refunds will be given for cancellations made after the reservation deadline. Guest are limited to prospective members and out-of-town guests.

Please direct reservation questions to Suzy Van Alstyne at suzy.van.alstyne@gmail.com or 832-567-3843.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If are bringing a guest, please send a note, call or text to Suzy with the guest’s name and menu selection.

Click on this link to make your reservation: https://newcomers-of-san-antonio.square.site/s/shop

We look forward to seeing you there!

Posted on 02.28.22

April Luncheon 2022

Please join us for our April luncheon at Fogo de Chao 

849 East Commerce St #393 
San Antonio TX. 78205 

Just steps above the famed River Walk, Fogode Chão sits adjacent to the RivercenterMarriott on Commerce Street. Fogo brings the rich Southern Brazilian tradition of churrasco (Brazilian bbq) to the River City. 

Thursday, April 7, 2022 

Social hour starts at 11:30 (cash bar available) 
Luncheon starts at 12 pm 

Buffet style luncheon 

Starter: 

Market Table and Feijoada Bar with seasonal salads, exotic vegetables, imported cheeses, smoked salmon, cured meats, Fogotelloada traditional black bean stew with sausage, and seasonal soup 

Entree: 

Fire-roasted meats including Picanha, Linguica, Marinated Chicken Legs, Bacon Wrapped Chicken, and Fire Roasted Chicken Breast 

* Traditional Brazilian sides of warm pão de queijo (cheese bread), crispy polenta, mashed potatoes, and caramelized bananas 

Drinks: 

Fountain beverages, iced tea, and coffee 

Dessert: 

Freshly Baked Cookie Assortment 

Reservation and cancellation deadline: Wednesday, March 30, 2022 

Please direct reservation questions to: Suzy Van Alstyne at 832–567–3843 

Click this link to register: https://newcomers-of-san-antonio.square.site/s/shop

*No walk-ins 

*No refunds will be given for cancellations made after the reservation deadline. 

*Guests are limited to prospective members and out-of-town guests. Please indicate the guest’s name and menu selections with reservation. 

Posted on 01.31.22

March 2022 Luncheon

555 W. Bitters Rd Ste 110
San Antonio, TX 78216

Meadow Neighborhood Eatery + Bar is the first restaurant by husband and wife, PJ and Lindsey Edwards.

Opened in September 2018, Meadow has been working closely with farmers and ranchers to provide their guests with a truly Seasonal Texas Southern dining experience.

March 3, 2022

Social hour starts at 11:30 (cash bar available)
Luncheon starts at 12 noon


FIRST COURSE
(Choice of One)

Green Leaf Lettuce Salad, Green Beans, Pickled + Crispy Shallots, Creamy Mustard Dressing

Seasonal Spring Salad

SECOND COURSE
(Choice of One)

Dean + Peeler NY Strip
Spring Peas, Seasonal Set

Gulf Shrimp + Stoneground Grits
Vermouth Brown Butter, Pickled Pepper   Relish, Chives

Heirloom Grain Bowl
Grilled Cabbage, Pickled Red Onion,
Shaved Vegetables

DESSERT
(Choice of One)

Candy Bar
Chocolate Ganache, Peanut, Caramel,
Peanut Butter Mousse

Seasonal Bread Pudding
Seasonal Fruit, Whipped Cream

Iced Tea

No walk-ins are admitted on the day of the luncheon. No refunds will be given for cancellations made after the reservation deadline. Guests are limited to prospective members and out-of-town guests. Please indicate the guest’s name and menu selections with reservation.

Reservation and cancellation deadline: February 23, 2022

Please direct reservation questions to Suzy Van Alstyne at 832–567–3843 or suzy.van.alstyne@gmail.com.

Important Note: If you are bringing a guest(s), please contact Suzy with the name of your guest(s).

Click this link to register: https://newcomers-of-san-antonio.square.site/s/shop

We look forward to seeing you there!

Posted on 12.31.21

February 2022 Luncheon



Please join us for our February luncheon at

Menger Hotel
Colonial Room
204 Alamo Plaza
San Antonio, Tx 78205

Be transported back in time at the Colonial Room Restaurant and Menger Bar. Oscar Wilde, Ulysses S. Grant, Theodore Roosevelt, and many other San Antonio elite socialized at the city’s most sumptuous galas right here at our hotel! Check out the display cases to see the museum-worthy mementos they left at the oldest continuously operating hotel west of the Mississippi, the elegant Menger Hotel welcomes guests with a nod to San Antonio’s colorful past intermingled with its cosmopolitan present.

February 3, 2022
Social hour starts at 11:30 (cash bar available)
Luncheon starts at 12 noon


Buffet Style Luncheon

Selections Include:

Menger Tortilla Soup
Fresh tomatoes, onions, spices and shredded chicken, topped with tortilla strips, cheese and avocado.

House Salad

Fruit and cheese trays

Poblano Chicken

Charbroiled chicken breast sauteed with onion, poblano peppers, topped with pepper jack cheese, served with rice pilaf and vegetables de jour

Dessert
Coffee and tea


No walk-ins are admitted on the day of the luncheon.  No refunds will be given for cancellations made after the reservation deadline. Guests are limited to prospective members and out-of-town guests. Please indicate the guest’s name and menu selections with reservation.

Reservation and cancellation deadline: Wednesday, January 26, 2021

Click this link to register: https://newcomers-of-san-antonio.square.site/s/shop

Please direct reservation questions to: Suzy Van Alstyne at 832–567–3843

Posted on 12.01.21

January 2022 Luncheon

Please join us for our January luncheon at

Stone Werks Big Rock Grille at The Rim

5807 Worth Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78257

January 6, 2022

Social hour starts at 11:30 (cash bar available)

Luncheon starts at 12 noon

Established in 1995, Stone Werks Big Rock Grille has four San Antonio locations that feature an upscale casual dining experience and offer a signature mix of fresh food, great drinks and a high-energy atmosphere. Stone Werks offers a wide variety of Rustic American menu items prepared fresh daily, as well as Executive Chef daily specials at all four locations. Stone Werks features an extensive wine list, liquor selection, draft and specialty bottled beers and weekend live entertainment on some of the best patios in San Antonio.

Salad

House salad

Iceberg lettuce, red cabbage, carrots, diced tomatoes, cucumber, cheddar cheese, monterey jack cheese, house-made croutons

Entrée

Choice of:
Pecan breaded chicken
Garlic whipped potatoes, sautéed vegetables, cream gravy

Rustic Kobe Meatloaf
Applewood bacon wrapped & ketchup glazed Kobe beef, garlic whipped potatoes, sautéed green beans

Seared Mahi Mahi
Caper butter sauce with fresh scallions, bistro rice, sautéed vegetables

Fettuccine Alfredo (vegetarian)
Tossed with roasted asparagus, grape tomatoes, and garlic mushrooms

Dessert
Rockslide chocolate cake

Click this link to register: https://newcomers-of-san-antonio.square.site/s/shop

No walk-ins are admitted on the day of the luncheon.  No refunds will be given for cancellations made after the reservation deadline. Guests are limited to prospective members and out-of-town guests. Please indicate the guest’s name and menu selections with reservation.

Reservation and cancellation deadline: Wednesday, December 29, 2021

Please direct reservation questions to: Suzy Van Alstyne at 832–567–3843

Posted on 10.31.21

December 2021 Luncheon

Happy 40th Anniversary Newcomers of San Antonio!!

1981 – 2021

Please join us for our December 2nd luncheon where we will be celebrating 40 years!

Come early to enjoy drinks at the bar as we meet and greet with the very women who started this whole thing!! (See their super cute photo from 1981 below) All our past presidents are invited as honored guests. Dress up for this one! A huge group photo of all attendees will be taken around 11:50 a.m. before we sit for a delicious lunch, keynote speaker and music entertainment.

Newcomers of San Antonio Founders


Aldos Ristorante Italiano
Dominion Ridge
22211 IH-10 West #1101
San Antonio, Tx 78257

December 2, 2021
Social hour starts at 11:00 AM (cash bar available)
Group Photo at 11:50 AM
Luncheon starts at 12 noon

Agenda includes:
Introducing all past presidents and founders of Newcomers of SA
Key Note Speaker: Our Founder, Elaine Van Buren
Music Entertainment

Aldo’s Restaurant offers a dining experience as warm and inviting as an Italian country home. Their menu is filled with a variety of fresh homemade dishes cooked to perfection. They will kiss your lips with the flavors of Tuscany.

Salad

ALDO’S HOUSE
Mixed greens | Farm fresh tomatoes | Mozzarella | Signature Italian dressing

Entrée (Choose one)

EGGPLANT PARMESAN
Spaghetti | Garlic | EVOO | Parmigiano-Reggiano

TROTA ALLA GRIGLIA
Grilled trout | Tomato crudo | Mushrooms | Lemon white wine sauce

POLLO PICCATA
Chicken| Artichoke hearts | Mushrooms | Capers | White wine sauce

Dessert
Cheesecake

Click this link to register: https://newcomers-of-san-antonio.square.site/s/shop

Reservation/refund policy:

No walk-ins are admitted on the day of the luncheon. No refunds will be given for cancellations made after the reservation deadline. Guests are limited to prospective members and out-of-town guests. Please indicate the guest’s name and menu selections with reservation.

Reservation and cancellation deadline: Wednesday, November 25, 2021

Please direct reservation questions to Suzy Van Alstyne at 832–567–3843.

Posted on 10.07.21

November Luncheon

76 North East Loop 410
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 340-7143

Thursday, November 4, 2021
Social hour 11:30
Lunch at 12:00


Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen is the largest concept in one of the largest family-owned and operated restaurant companies in the United States. A Cajun-inspired seafood restaurant offers a family atmosphere and the freshest seafood.

Byenvenu – “Welcome” in Louisiana Creole

SALAD

PAPPADEAUX SALAD

FRENCH BREAD

ENTREE

Choose from the following:

GINGER SALMON
Grilled salmon, seared shrimp, sweet ginger glaze, green beans, toasted almonds, white rice

FRIED SHRIMP COMBO
With catfish, chicken tenderloins, french fries

MIXED SEAFOOD GRILL
A skewer of assorted char-grilled seafood & vegetables, dirty rice

LINGUINE PICAYUNE
Linguine with broccolini, spinach, mushrooms in a white wine cream sauce

DESSERT

Vanilla cheesecake

BEVERAGES

Iced tea, soda, coffee

Reservation/Refund Policy:
No Walk-ins are admitted on the day of the luncheon. No refunds will be given for cancellations made after the reservation deadline. Guest are limited to prospective members and out-of-town guests. Please indicate the guest’s name and menu selections with reservation.

RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, October 27, 2021

Please direct reservation questions to Suzy Van Alstyne at 832-567-3843.

Please follow this link to make a reservation, https://newcomers-of-san-antonio.square.site/s/shop

Posted on 08.24.21

October 2021 Luncheon

Please join us for our October 7th luncheon.

Anne Marie’s Catering
12475 Starcrest Drive
San Antonio, Texas, 78216
Phone: (210)545-2249

October 7, 2021

Social Hour (Cash Bar) and Interactive Interest Group Displays begin at 11:00 am.
As an added bonus, many will showcase a related Opportunity Drawing Prize at their table! 
So plan to arrive at 11 a.m. for this one!!

Anne Marie’s at Devonshire Place offers a beautiful banquet venue that is unsurpassed in design, features and elegance. Once again Anne Marie’s Catering has been recognized as one of San Antonio’s best catering companies in the South Texas Region.

SALAD
Garden Salad with Ranch or Balsamic Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad with Parmesan and homemade croutons

ROLLS & BUTTER

ENTREE
Quinoa stuffed zucchini boats sided with mashed potatoes, and green beans
Pot Roast with carrots, celery, gravy sided with mashed potatoes, and green beans
Herb & Parmesan breaded chicken with mornay sauce, mashers and green beans

DESSERT
Mini dessert platters

BEVERAGES
Iced tea
Coffee

Reservation/Refund Policy:

No Walk-ins are admitted on the day of the luncheon. No refunds will be given for cancellations made after the reservation deadline. Guest are limited to prospective members and out-of-town guests. Please indicate the guest’s name and menu selections with reservation.

RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION DEADLINE:

Wednesday, September 29, 2021

Please direct reservation questions to:
Suzy Van Alstyne at 832-567-3843



Please follow this link to make a reservation, https://newcomers-of-san-antonio.square.site/s/shop

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OUR 30+ INTEREST GROUPS WILL BE HOSTING INTERACTIVE DISPLAY TABLES DURING OUR SOCIAL HOUR.

Never played Bunco? You can sit in on around;
Wonder what a pickleball is: try one out!;
You can also Pack a Blessing Bag, putt a golf ball, learn line dance steps and so much more.
All while finding out how to join the group(s) that interest YOU!

We’ll even have info on how to start your own interest group! We cannot wait to showcase our fabulous Interest Groups so be sure to invite a friend!

MANY OF THE INTEREST GROUPS HAVE CONTRIBUTED OPPORTUNITY DRAWING PRIZES, SO DON’T FORGET TO PURCHASE YOUR OPPORTUNITY DRAWING TICKETS AS WE WILL HAVE MANY MORE PRIZES THAN USUAL.

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