Manasquan River GC enlisted a member’s dock and chartered a 45-foot pirate ship to take 35 members out to sea on the Manasquan River. When the Manasquan River Golf Club of Brielle, N.J., decided to showcase its waterfront property last summer, members and staff set sail on the high seas—or in this case, the central…
The Long Game
Manasquan River GC’s “Junior Tri-Olympics” transformed the driving range into party central for the 40-and-under crowd.
McMahon Group Recognizes Clubs of Excellence™
All past and future clubs associated with the managers who have won Excellence in Club Management Awards recognition will be honored at the annual reception and dinner during the CMAA World Conference.
Savannah Showcase
Sessions on sous vide, ethnic fusion, banquet preparation and more kept attendees engaged at a sold-out event that even attracted Forrest Gump.
What’s in a Name?
Even a property that still calls itself a golf club, and sees itself that way, needs to recognize the long-range strategic importance of staying competitive with other amenities.
Stronger After the Storm
Even Hurricane Sandy couldn’t stop Manasquan River Golf Club from serving up exciting new settings for its already “wildly” popular culinary scene.
Rousing Occasions
To kick off our Sixth Annual Ideas Issue and lead into the department-specific concepts featured throughout the rest of this special issue, we start with highlights of some especially inspired events that have been held at club properties over the past year. More photos and details on these programs and experiences can be…
Q&A with Manasquan River’s Chef Monaco
Monaco’s perseverance and passion has paid off with a respected position as Sous Chef.
Carrot Ginger Bisque
Submitted by Jennifer Monaco, Sous Chef, Manasquan River Golf Club, Brielle, N.J.
Berry Pavlova
Submitted by Jennifer Monaco, Sous Chef, Manasquan River Golf Club, Brielle, N.J.
A Sizzling Show
Hibachi cooking is the ultimate go-anywhere style of grilling. It’s fun and flashy, and it draws the masses. Traditionally, at a Hibachi-style restaurant, a chef cooks on a giant flat grill surrounded by hungry diners who are looking for not only a good meal, but also a little culinary entertainment. The menu features different meats…
Mixed Grills with Great Results
As memberships skew to families with younger children, clubs are converting men’s-only grills into gathering places that are more inviting and comfortable for all.
Joining the Flat-Screen Scene
Thinking of adding a flat-screen TV to your grill? Follow these general tips: • Consider professional installation. It’s an added expense, but although some clubs, like Manasquan River, opt to put up the TVs themselves, others stress getting outside help. “Have a company come to do it,” says Charter Oaks CC’s Director of Club Operations,…
Taking Casual Dining Beyond the Club Sandwich
Clubs get lazy with their casual dining menus and fall back on the tired old standards are doomed to have sleepy F&B revenue lines, too. Here’s how special themes, regional themes, and other spirited alternatives can greatly reduce the need to rely on frilly toothpicks for a “special” touch.