A Note from Matt Prentice

2012 is going to be an exciting year for our team and the entire Southeast Michigan area. We are beginning to see new jobs being added and the overall feeling is one of cautious optimism for the first time in years. No one understands the chaos of the last few years as much as I do personally, however our automotive companies are signifi cantly healthier, as is our organization. We just enjoyed a successful North American Auto Show where we catered the party for Cars.com. Twelve hundred guests at the Filmore were blown away by the incredible meal and enjoyed the very hot Maroon 5 as the entertainment. It was a perfect and very successful way to begin the new year. Better still, they have already booked us for next year. So too has Mercedes Benz who has 500 to kick off Auto Show at Coach Insignia each year.

Our catering division will begin hiring 50 new positions as we gear up for the busiest catering season we have had in years. This is due in large part to the addition of Adat Shalom Synagogue in Farmington Hills. Our incredibly talented Director of Catering Florina Boyle will begin the hiring process in February. We also plan to add another 50 Michigan jobs for our newly announced Gastronomy in Southfield.

This year we also plan to open at least two additional venues—an upscale, bistro-type deli in Milford and the rebirth of my personal favorite, Morels, A Michigan Bistro. This will add an additional 200 jobs in 2012. Our growth is a direct result of you, our guests. Thank you for all of your support. May you have a very happy, healthy and prosperous 2012!

Bon Appétit,
Matt Prentice and team

 

Matt Prentice Is In The Kitchen At Coach Insignia

For the first time in many years, Matt has returned to the kitchen and will spend the winter months grooming future Executive Chef Kevin Green and Corporate Banquet Chef Carole Wendling, now one of Michigan’s finest young Chefs.

Matt and the team revamped the Coach Insignia menu which debuted on January 17th. We think you will find it amazing. It is an American Winter Menu with a focus on local products. Several of Gastronomy Chef Jaimee Jeffrey’s dishes are also on the new menu to give guests a sneak peek of what’s to come at Gastronomy. Matt’s favorite is Jaimee’s Rabbit Risotto with Foie Gras Snow while COO, Eric Djordjevic, tells us one of his favorites is Chef Jaimee’s raw and vegan lasagna.

We’re excited to have Matt back in the kitchen creating his own brand of culinary magic. Matt’s style has been written about locally and nationally for many years. Go to Coach and you will see why Nation’s Restaurant News named him “One of the Top 50 Tastemakers” of the last century.

 

A Little About Gastronomy

Have you heard the news? We are opening our first new restaurant in many years in Southfield in the Baker Tilly building. Gastronomy, An American Bistro, will have a 100-seat dining room with an open display kitchen to allow you to be part of the kitchen experience. Designer Karen Ogden delivered a beautiful design for this property and we anticipate it opening in late spring.

Gastronomy will focus on tastes and aromas that are entirely American sourced. We selected Chef Jaimee Jeffrey to be the Executive Chef for this new venture. While Jaimee is Michigan born and raised, he spent the last 15 years in Europe at several 2- and 3-Star Michelin restaurants in both France and Germany. He has also spent time in Argentina. He has a very unusual style and both Eric Djordjevic and Matt are amazed by his food. Eric is already on the lookout for new American wines and beers to add to the American favorites we already serve at Coach, No.VI and Northern Lakes.

Valentine's Day Is Near

Don’t forget to plan for Valentine’s Day which falls on a Tuesday this year. It is the busiest dining day of the year. Because of the Tuesday date, the Friday and Saturday prior will be very busy dining nights as well. We also have another option for you. On Monday, February 13th, we will have the Lover’s Feast at No.VI Chophouse in Novi. This is a great opportunity to enjoy your significant other along with the amazing talent of Chef Jeremy Kalmus.

Probably the most romantic spot in town is Coach Insignia. Coach will sell out very early. More engagements occur at Coach than in any other restaurant in Michigan, and many of them happen on or near Valentine’s Day. Make your reservation early! Lastly, Chef Travis Waynick will be offering a special Prix Fixe menu at Northern Lakes.

For Reservations please call:

Coach Insignia: (313) 567-2622
No.VI. Chophouse: (248) 305-5210
Northern Lakes Seafood Co.: (248) 646-7900

 

The Lover's Feast

As is tradition, we have a pre-celebration the day before Valentine's Day for those who want to have an incredible dinner without all the tumult of Valentine's Day. The feast begins at 7pm and Chef Jeremy Kalmus will amaze you with his Five Course Menu. The Feast is $57.00 Prix Fixe plus tax and gratuity. COO and Sommelier, Eric Djordjevic, will offer a wine package to pair with each course at an additional cost. Please call No.VI Chophouse at (248) 305-5210 for reservations quickly as this dinner sells out each year.

 

Wine Wednesdays in March

Each Wednesday in March, Chef Jeremy Kalmus at No.VI Chophouse will offer a different multi-course wine dinner for our guests. This talented chef is quickly becoming one of Michigan’s best, and won the coveted Iron Chef title from Gleaner’s in 2011.

Each dinner will be carefully paired with wonderful wines. To learn more about the dinners, please ‘like’ our Facebook page. Each week we will be telling you about the upcoming dinner. To make a reservation for one of the dinners or all of the dinners, call No.VI Chophouse at (248) 305-5210.

Around the Globe in 12 Days Wine Series

The Around the Globe in 12 Days wine series continues on Wednesday, February 8th, at Northern Lakes Seafood Company. We will be hosting a casual walk around tasting that focuses on the wines of Australia and New Zealand. Plan on coming if you are interested in learning about these two great southern hemisphere regions that are renowned for their new world renditions of Shiraz, Grenache, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir.

Accompanying the wines, Executive Chef Travis Waynick will be preparing a light offering of regionally influenced foods that are sure to be a perfect complement. The cost of the event is $40.00 per person, inclusive of wines, light hors d’oeuvres, tax and gratuity, plus you will receive a 20% off certificate to use for dinner afterward! Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling Northern Lakes directly at (248) 646-7900.

You will not want to miss our March event on Wednesday the 21st. Our travels will bring us back stateside for a formal wine dinner at Coach Insignia. We will be showcasing the prized boutique Napa wineries of Hoopes and Liparita. Owner Spencer Hoopes and his wine maker Brian Bowman are flying in specifically for this dinner with us. In blind tastings, Hoopes has been put on par with some of Napa’s most prestigious and expensive cult cabernets. Accompanying the wines will be a world-class five-course meal that will enhance every nuance of the wines. The cost of this event will be $95 (not inclusive of tax and gratuity) per person, and is worth every penny. Reservations can be made by calling Coach Insignia directly at (313) 567-2622.

Frequent Diner Perks

In February we have great values for our Frequent Diners. There is no cost to join. Our members receive valuable points that can be redeemed for gift certificates and other rewards.

Also, Frequent Diners get discounts. In February our Frequent Diners will receive:

• 25% off dinner at No.VI Chophouse on Friday and Sunday
• 25% off dinner at Coach Insignia on Wednesday
• 25% off dinner at Northern Lakes on Sunday and Monday
• 20% off lunch or dinner at Deli Unique of West Bloomfield

If you would like to join, simply ask any of our servers or call Monique at 246-646-0370 x1. There is no cost to join so sign up today!

These discounts cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion including Frequent Diner Reward Certificates, Point Redemptions, Happy Hour, Birthday/Anniversary Reward Redemption, TEA Redemptions, and Groupons. Discounts do not apply to alcohol purchases, feast dinners or private events.