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| - So here's the thing. We've been coming here over the holidays for awhile. You have to have reservations and each one is for a maximum 2 hour seating. The only thing that used to creep me out a bit about this place is how super white it was. I was happy to see that's no longer the case anymore! The Christmas dinner we book for is a buffet and the place is huge, so you might want to keep that in mind when filling your plate (food that's overhanging the edge may end up on the floor/some other persons lap). There's quite a bit to choose from. Basically there's a cold table (w cold mussels, salads, peel your own shrimp etc.), there's a fondue fountain with fruit and cake skewers you can dip in it, as well some warm foods, and two sides (of the same warm foods) around the middle part where they serve prime rib and lamb. I especially liked the beef stew. There are also sausages with peppers, rice with cranberries, a pasta dish, garlic mashed potatoes, soup etc. It's a nice place to go with family, but it's not quiet, if you're looking for bonding time. It's good for all ages. We have a LOT of serious food allergies in the family and everyone managed to find something they could have. My favourite dessert was this amazing, tart, raspberry mousse (unfortunately served in teensy shot glasses, basically a teaspoonful).
Service was great, attentive and friendly without feeling too rushed.
I should add that I have a HUGE penchant for their Centennial Tea. It's their own blend and it's $10 a box (!!) of only 10 bags (advertised at 2 cup, but still), it's $1 a bag (or 50 cents if used twice). I'm a very big tea drinker - generally organic, high quality, loose and sometimes bagged teas, so for me to spend this much on this little says a lot. I wish it was more affordable because I'd buy it more often (than once a year)!
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