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The Pub In Pennsauken To Close?

I had my monthly dinner at my favorite steakhouse, The Pub in Pennsauken NJ, just over the Ben Franklin Bridge, a few weeks ago. I grew up in South Jersey, and it is a nostalgic staple in my life. A reasonable, and delicious spot to eat when you have 9 people in your family as well.

Stevie Logothetis, a co-owner and hostess, gave me a heart attack when she sat at the table and said I have to tell you something.

The Pub would be closing, (heart stops) for the summer to renovate, WHEW

Mainly they are focusing on the roof which hasn’t been replaced since the South Jersey landmark opened 73 years ago.

They’re going to take advantage of this time to also renovate the inside as well. Replacing the carpet, freshen up the space, repair lights, and update the kitchen appliances. Basically spruce up the place. (I can never get a good color balance when I shoot this room, hopefully that doesn’t change and the lights remain as rusty tinged as usual.)

She promises the decor is going to be the same in the cavernous dining hall.

They’ll still have the snowflakes from October til Spring, the Christmas Tree in the lobby decorated for every season, the fun “Mr Pub” signs scattered through out the property can still be enjoyed.

The food is going to be the same, if not better due to new equipment, and they’ll be a new rug, but the same color, not to worry says Stevie.

I’ll have to forgo my favorite meal for a few months. I always get the same thing. Managers Special $39.95 and it includes the salad bar. (Vegan Mike [my husband] doesn’t mind me bringing home the steak to eat the next day. You can’t eat this in one sitting, they are always sooo big.)

It’s one of my favorite restaurants to go with my friends, and they have to suffer with my reminiscing about growing up in South Jersey, and dinners with the family at The Pub, and so many tall tales of the folks who have eaten here over the years. (Note this is February 2024, and the snowflakes are still up.)

I can’t wait to visit the newly renovated Pub in September. I know they are so excited with the work to be done, and to see their friends again in the fall.

Check out their Facebook Page for Updates.

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Do This: RENAULT WINERY AND RESORTS CELEBRATES INDEPENDENCE DAY WEEKEND

Renault Winery and Resort celebrates America’s birthday with a two-day, all-day celebration this Saturday, July 2nd and Sunday, July 3rd. Music fans are invited to the first-ever Renault Winery 1st Annual Country Music Festival with two days of live music and bands, multiple stages, wine, food trucks, family fun and other surprises. The line-up includes Scotty Testerman Trio, Brian Corcoran, Warren Montgomery Band, Parker Barrow Project, Jess Zimmerman Band, Lisa Bouchelle, Kenny Curcio and Garrett Shultz Band. Admission to the festival grounds for each day is only $10 per person. Next, Renault presents the first-ever Red, Wine and Blue 5K Run and Red, Wine and Blue Kids’ Run on Sunday morning, starting at 8:30am. On Sunday night, look to the skies above Renault for an Independence Day themed fireworks show, free with admission to the music festival, or $10 per car to watch from the Renault parking lot. All events take place at Renault Winery and Resort, and the new Renault Winery festival grounds, located at 72 Bremen Ave, Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215. For more information, visit the events tab and calendar on the Renault website at www.renaultwinery.com.

Renault Winery and Resort is proud to present its first annual Country Music Festival Weekend filled with Nashville performers, local favorites, food trucks, country line dance lessons, lawn games, axe throwing and more. Admission to the festival grounds is only $10 per person for day and night shows. Free entertainment will also take place around the winery grounds for free earlier in the day.

The Scotty Testerman Duo kicks off the weekend with a free small stage performance in the Champagne Patio Garden from 12:00pm to 4:00pm on Saturday. The WIne Tasting Room will be open with solo performances from Brian Corcoran from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. Renault’s Festival Grounds open at 5:00pm with entertainment starting at 6:00pm featuring Nashville natives Warren Montgomery followed by Parker Barrow Project, a back to back show country music fans will not want to miss!

On Sunday, The Jess Zimmerman Band will warm everyone up with a more intimate free show in Renault’s Champagne Patio Garden from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Lisa Bouchelle will perform in the Wine Tasting Room from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. Nashville rising star (and Pennsylvania’s own) Garrett Shultz headlines the main Sunday night concert and the fireworks extravaganza in the Festival Grounds. The festival space opens at 5:00pm with an opening set from local legend Kenny Curcio starting at 6:30pm.

DJ Dancemaur will play and lead favorite country line dances in between sets both nights in the Festival Grounds.

INDEPENDENCE WEEKEND FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR 

Renault celebrates our country’s independence with a special Independence Weekend Fireworks Spectacular on Sunday, July 3rd, at 9:00pm. Come to Renault for a front row seat to this annual new tradition. Come early and listen to live music all day, enjoy a bite from the food trucks, and sip wine in the winery. Country Music Festival ticket holders will enjoy free admission and free parking before 8:00pm with their ticket. For those coming just for the fireworks, admission is $10 a car for the parking lot, with any food and drink pay-as-you-go. Viewing areas and parking for the fireworks only open at 8:00pm. 

ABOUT RENAULT WINERY RESORT

RenaultWinery Resort is the second oldest winery in America, where legendary hospitality and centuries old winemaking traditions blend. Founded in 1864, Renault is a VIVÂMEE Signature Collection Resort, proudly welcoming guests from around the world, providing intimate authentic hospitality that revives the soul. Home to artisanal cuisine, unique events, festivals, and world-class Vineyard National golf course, Renault welcomes more than 250,000 guests and visitors a year. European elegance and endless adventures await you at www.renaultwinery.com

Kory Aversa

Aversa PR

215-840-9216 

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Sea Me Events Presents A Taste of Italy

Ciao bella! On Sunday, June 26, 2022, Sea Me Events is hosting “A Taste of
Italy” at Il Fiore in Collingswood (693 Haddon Ave.) Guests will be greeted with sparkling Italian Prosecco, indulge in a Five-Course meal, and dance The Tarantella!

Taste of Italy ventures away from well-known Italian cuisine and into traditional dishes such as
Veal Carciofi, veal medallions with artichokes and tomatoes in a creamy, garlic white wine
sauce. Additionally, guests will dine while immersing in traditional Italian dances, fashion, and
history. Through Sea Me Events, learning continues outside of school in this energetically
educational occasion.

Taste of Italy kicks off at noon on June 26, with a five-course meal including regional pasta
dishes. This event is open to the public. Tickets: INFO

Sea Me Events is a women-of-color-owned special events firm founded by Elizabeth Aifantis of
Medford and Susan Sorrell of Cherry Hill. Sea Me Events specializes in DEI focused events and
cultural driven activations. Both founders Aifantis and Sorrell traveled extensively around the
globe. “Rome is a beautiful city and is one of my favorites because of its rich history and
architecture,” Sorrell said. Combined with their success in planning over 200 DEI focused events
and large-scale entertainment experiences, Sea Me Events will bring regional attendees together
to enjoy the richness of Italian culture.

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Flight On Ice and Vintner Wonderland at Renault

Flight On Ice and Vintner Wonderland kicked off festivities last week at Renault Winery in Mays Landing. 

Experience our enlarged and improved outdoor Vintner Rink, open daily through February and designed for skaters of all ages and skill levels. 

Join our Renault family in giving back to the community. Our team members have decorated holiday trees that are displayed on our property and that will be auctioned off at our Festival of Trees Gala on December 16th. All the tree auction proceeds will benefit the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, spreading holiday cheer across the township and beyond. Along with the auction, we will be collecting cans throughout the season for the Community Food Bank of New Jersey.

Vintner Wonderland continues to offer even more. Parking, entry and movie viewing is always free but tickets must be purchased online or at the door for admission onto the 6,000 foot outdoor skating rink.

Vintner Wonderland was designed to be similar to a European Winter Festival, explained Josh McCallen, President of Renault Properties LLC and Executive with Vivamee Hospitality. “A ‘vintner’ is a winemaker. That’s why we call it ‘Vintner Wonderland.’ The hot or mulled wine warms your fingers, then your belly and heart. And because it is wine, it also helps you to feel jovial for the season.” (source)

Gather your friends and family around our fire pits situated amidst our holiday views or entertainment area. All Fire Pits accommodate up to 8 guests for a two hour reservation. Choose between Stage Fire Pit seating or Patio Fire Pit seating.

McCallen (2nd from right) had lived in Austria and he describes similar scenes of winter delight there and throughout Europe. McCallen, along with his wife, Melanie(3rd from right) and their ten children are often at Vintner Wonderland working behind the scenes and assisting in multiple ways. (source)

“When we purchased Renault in December of 2018, it was a national treasure with much tarnish on it,” said McCallen. ” Vivamee literally means reviving the soul and that is what we are doing with this 156 year old French Countryside Winery. We have kept every artifact and every piece of history during its restoration.” That also includes the French pronunciation of Renault where the t is silent. (‘Re-know’) . Go make some memories Vintner Wonderland you’ll thank me later…. 12 days til Christmas!! ChitChat with you Tomorrow.