Our next Luncheon will be on August 4, 2022
Coffee and Luncheons
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
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!
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.
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!
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
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
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.
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.
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
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.