Beck’s Celebrates
10 YEARS By Quint Howell
april 2010 | issue 004
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Soho has new sushi!
With Spring around the corner, Soho is freshening up their menu! ++ Find out where you can spend Easter with your family! +++ See what’s on Q’s mind!
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Live Entertainment
Barmuda venues are the hottest spots for live music and entertainment. Check out this month’s line-up!
All three Beck’s locations are celebrating the 10 year anniversary of Beck’s serving the Cedar Valley. They are celebrating with a scratch game that will qualify 100 people for a chance to win $10,000. Introducing The Beckade Scratch Game…Celebrating a decade of great food and good times now through April. “We wanted to do something fun that would create a buzz in the community,” says Kyle Dehmlow, vice president of operations. “It is a great way to thank our Beck’s supporters because every scratch ticket is a winner.”
100 people could qualify for a chance to
WIN $10,000 Each of the scratch cards will contain a prize that can be used at all three Beck’s locations. “Guests could win anything from a $100 gift certificate to a 25% discount off of their meal,” adds Dehmlow.
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A Bob and Tom Favorite Coming to Joker’s!
There are 100 scratch tickets as Instant Qualifiers for the $10,000 giveaway. Players that receive a qualifying card like this can bring the winning ticket to the Barmuda Companies office located at 900 Technology Parkway, Suite 100 in Cedar Falls. The ticket will be verified and the qualifier will participate in the $10,000 Crack the Vault game on May 10 at 6 p.m. at Beck’s Sports Brewery on University Avenue. Scratch tickets are available from April 1st to April 30th at any Beck’s location and no purchase is necessary to play. Beck’s is also partnering with 97.7 KCRR and listeners can call in to have a ticket scratched on-air. For more information on the Beckade Scratch Game and to see rules, visit www.barmuda.com/becks.
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Barmuda Companies is featuring a number of Easter specials and brunches for the community on April 4th. Details for each can be found on www. barmuda.com.
Easter
Barmuda will host a variety of dining options on Easter Sunday.
“Our Easter Brunches allow guests to eat and enjoy the company of their family and friends without the stress of cooking,” says Matt Smiley, COO of Barmuda Companies. “The nice aspect about this year, is we have a variety of options for every budget so a lot of families can take advantage of the opportunities.” Park Place Event Centre is preparing their traditional Easter Brunch by award-winning chefs with an assortment of breakfast and lunch items that are beautifully displayed throughout the ballroom. There is a chef attended omelet station, carving stations featuring smoked pork loin, pineapple and honey glazed ham and prime rib. Children are welcomed with a specialized kids buffet. The brunch is $24.99 for adults, $9.99 for kids 10 and under and is available from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Call Park Place Event Centre for reservations at (319) 277-1255.
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Our Easter Brunches allow guests to eat and enjoy the company of their family and friends without the stress of cooking. Matt Smiley COO of Barmuda Companies
Sky Event Centre has arranged a brunch similar to Park Place but on a little smaller scale. Items like fried Cajun turkey, honey-glazed ham and roasted English style New York strip will be on the carving block. Traditional breakfast foods like pancakes and scrambled eggs will be served as well as a vast assortment of delicious desserts. Sky will be serving brunch from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., $19.99 for adults and $8.99 for children 10 and under. Call (319) 234-2012 for reservations.
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All three Beck’s locations are featuring a ham dinner special from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Enjoy a plate of ham steak with a brown sugar pineapple glaze, scalloped potatoes, butter corn and a dinner roll for $12.99. Those that order the ham steak meal also receive a choice of Dutch apple pie or chocolate mousse pie for dessert. Kids may order a specialty kids meal that is $4.99 and is served with a sundae for dessert. Guests can make reservations by calling their favorite Beck’s location. Walk-ins are welcomed, so reservations aren’t necessary. Bourbon Street restaurants in Cedar Falls and Grinnell are setting up an Easter buffet. The buffet will include turkey, ham, smashed potatoes and gravy, green bean casserole, cheesy potatoes, scalloped corn, salad bar, rolls and assorted desserts. The buffet is being served from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. and is $14.99 for adults and $4.99 for kids 10 years old and younger. Call (319) 266-5285 for reservations. Visit www.barmuda.com for further details on all Easter specials.
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Soho Sushi Bar and Deli introduces sushi rolls to their menu
Soho Sushi Bar and Deli has added seven new items to their menu just in time for Spring. With guests becoming more and more health conscious, these new rolls make a perfect new way to spice up your lunch or dinner plans.
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Freshening Things up for Spring!
“Our guests love our unique sushi offerings,” says General Manager Abby Lathan, “so we felt the time was right to add some new fresh options to the menu.” Indo Roll
Guests can enjoy new items like the Indo Roll made with delicious mango or the Sweet Potato Roll made with a healthy sweet potato. All sushi is made fresh each day and their unique flavors and sauces are sure to be a welcome shock to the taste buds. Stop by and visit us today.
Sweet Potato Roll
Q’s Quirks
Soho’s sushi menu is available Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. To see the menu or more information about Soho Sushi Bar and Deli visit www.barmuda.com/soho.
By Quint Howell
In my experience, sushi is an acquired taste. It took me about eight attempts before I acquired one I liked. Moral of the story . . . I like spicy tuna.
17 Sides! When I started with Barmuda, Beck’s was just being finished and Barmuda was considered the “Barmuda Triangle.” Now it would be called the Barmuda
Barmuda Heptakaidecagon
Heptakaidecagon...doesn’t have the same ring, does it?
Easter is a little peculiar when you think about it. Commercially, the focus is on the Easter Bunny and candy. Let’s say a kid receives a chocolate bunny, beautifully wrapped in colorful foil. The child unwraps it, gazing at its beady eyes and chocolatey goodness . . . then they bite their heads off. It’s a good thing chocolate bunnies and real rabbits aren’t likened as the equivalent of voodoo dolls and humans.
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dining
4 a meal & a melody Roux Orleans and Bourré Lounge in downtown Waterloo are elevating the experience for their dinner and happy hour guests, by introducing live music from 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. every Thursday night with “A Meal & A Melody.” Various musicians will be playing instruments every Thursday night in an attempt to heighten the experience for people that are in Roux and Bourré. “We are trying to do something unique to the area and we have the perfect opportunity to do something like this, with the way the restaurant and lounge are set up,” explains Jocelyn Williams, General Manager. “This will take our happy hour and dining experience to another level.” Happy hour is Monday through Friday 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. and $2 domestic pints and $2 wells on special. Reservations are not required but are encouraged at Roux Orleans for dinner. For more information visit www.RouxOrleans.com.
New Date Night Specials on Tuesday Night Bourbon Street and Roux Orleans are heating up Tuesday nights! Bourbon Street and Roux Orleans have turned up the heat on Tuesday with Date Night for Two. Guests can enjoy a three course dinner for $29.99 and with four new items added to the menu, they’re spicing it up even more. “Our guests love our current date night,” explains Paige King, General Manager. “But we knew it was time to freshen it up a little . . . our guests love it!” The Date Night menu consists of two starters, two entrées and a dessert to share. The four previous items have been removed from the menu and a new one was developed featuring bleu cheese pasta, feta stuffed chicken served with asparagus, half sirloin and half shrimp ettouffee and pork tenderloin and a gator roll served with red beans and rice. To see the menu and for more information go to www.BourbonStreet.com or www.RouxOrleans.com
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An evening of singing and dining overlooking the Cedar Valley “My Ioway” is a musical revue written by Robert John Ford and will be performed by E2G at Sky Event Centre on Friday, April 30 at 6:30 p.m.
Butter sculptures, inclement weather and college sports are all touched on in this homage to our homeland.
Friday, April 30
A musical revue is a mixture of music, dance and sketches. This is the first time an entertainmentbased event has been scheduled in Sky Event Centre. “My Ioway” is based on unique people, places and traditions that have made it what it is today. Butter sculptures, inclement weather and college sports are all touched on in this homage to our homeland. “It is an evening of wonderful entertainment and an outstanding menu,” says Bridget Bryson, sales and events director. “The ticket price includes salad, entrée, dessert and a show about the great state of Iowa.” Tickets cost $45 per person or $80 for a pair of tickets. Price discounts are available for groups of 8 or larger but seating for the show is limited, so those interested should buy their tickets soon. If you would like to purchase tickets, call (319) 234-2012 or visit www.barmuda.com/sky for more information.
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Heywood Banks is my hero, besides being funny, I can identify with a tall skinny guy that loves toast as much as I do. Scott Davis Director of Entertainment and Operations
HEYWOOD BANKS to perform at Joker’s
Bob & Tom comedian is more than sliced bread baked lightly to a golden brown
April 9 & 10 The hilarious Heywood Banks from The Bob and Tom Show and various television appearances will be performing three shows at Joker’s Comedy Night Club on Friday, April 9th and Saturday, April 10th. The singer/songwriter, stand-up comic uses a unique blend of music and conventional comedy to induce laughter to the audience. “Having a comedian like Heywood Banks is a big deal,” says general manager, Alex Meyer. “His credentials speak for themselves! The Bob & Tom Show, HBO, Showtime Comedy Club as well as featured in Rolling Stone Magazine, it will be a great show.” “Heywood Banks is my hero, besides being funny, I can identify with a tall skinny guy that loves toast as much as I do,” explains Scott Davis, director of entertainment and operations. Heywood Banks is a comedian that soaks his material with pop culture, so audiences have to be informed on current events. But if that isn’t your style, his songs, vocal-style impersonations and silliness are just as enjoyable for the crowd. Showtime is 8:30 p.m. on Friday, April 9th and 7:30 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. on Saturday., April 10th. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online or at Joker’s Comedy Night Club. To purchase tickets or for more information go to www.barmuda.com/jokers.
5:30 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
2 Friday Apr Tim Costello
with Stu McCallister 8:30 p.m. Show Joker’s Comedy Night Club, Cedar Falls
DJ T-Beck
10 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
Jake McVey
9:30 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Cedar Falls
Karaoke
with Ultimate Entertainment 10 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Grinnell
3 Saturday
Apr
Tim Costello
with Stu McCallister 8:30 p.m. Show Joker’s Comedy Night Club, Cedar Falls
DJ T-Beck
10 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
The
Chocolate Crackers
10 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Cedar Falls
5 Monday Apr Karaoke
with Ultimate Entertainment 10 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Cedar Falls
7 Wednesday Apr Karaoke
with Ultimate Entertainment 10 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
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John Shultz Trio
5:30 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
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Heywood Banks SPECIAL EVENT!
8:30 p.m. Show Joker’s Comedy Night Club, Cedar Falls
Checker and the Bluetones
10 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
DJ T-Beck
10:00 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Cedar Falls
Karaoke
with Ultimate Entertainment 10 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Grinnell
10 Saturday Apr Heywood Banks SPECIAL EVENT!
7:30 p.m. & 9:15 p.m. Show Joker’s Comedy Night Club, Cedar Falls
Nevertheless
10 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Cedar Falls
DJ T-Beck
10 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
15 Thursday Apr
22 Thursday Apr
Aurora Quartet
The
5:30 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
16 Friday Apr Ray Pennetti
with Darrin Meyer 8:30 p.m. Show Joker’s Comedy Night Club, Cedar Falls
DJ T-Beck
10 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
5:30 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
23 Friday Apr Steve Moore
with Time Sullivan 8:30 p.m. Show Joker’s Comedy Night Club, Cedar Falls
Karaoke
Showbaby Karaoke
24 Saturday Apr
with Ultimate Entertainment 10 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Grinnell
17 Saturday Apr Ray Pennetti
with Darrin Meyer 8:30 p.m. Show Joker’s Comedy Night Club, Cedar Falls
Bob Dorr Band
10 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
Steve Moore
with Time Sullivan 8:30 p.m. Show Joker’s Comedy Night Club, Cedar Falls
Unknown Component
10 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Grinnell
26 Monday Apr Karaoke
DJ T-Beck
with Ultimate Entertainment 10 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Cedar Falls
Brad Myers
28 Wednesday Apr
10:00 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Cedar Falls
10 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Grinnell
12 Monday Apr
19 Monday Apr
Karaoke
Karaoke
with Ultimate Entertainment 10 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Cedar Falls
John Shultz Trio
with Ultimate Entertainment 10 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Grinnell
10:00 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Cedar Falls
with Ultimate Entertainment 10 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Cedar Falls
Karaoke
with Ultimate Entertainment 10 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
30 Friday Apr Spark Mann
14 Wednesday Apr
21 Wednesday Apr
8:30 p.m. Show Joker’s Comedy Night Club, Cedar Falls
Karaoke
Karaoke
Karaoke
with Ultimate Entertainment 10 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
with Ultimate Entertainment 10 p.m. Show Bourré Lounge, Waterloo
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Mick Staebell
8 Thursday
Apr
with Ultimate Entertainment 10 p.m. Show Voodoo Lounge, Grinnell
Live entertainment is subject to change. Go to www.barmuda.com to see updated entertainment calendars.
1 Thursday
Apr
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JAKE McVEY Cajun Country Hoedown
Friday, April 2nd
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We are always doing live music, but we have never done country. It will be a fun change and will bring people in that may not have been to Voodoo before. Paige King
General Manager of Bourbon Street and Voodoo Lounge
9:30 p.m.
Voodoo Lounge goes country for one night only! Rising Country Music star Jake McVey is performing at Voodoo Lounge on Friday, April 2nd. This is the first country music performance Voodoo Lounge has scheduled. “It will be an interesting experiment,” says Paige King, general manager of Bourbon Street and Voodoo Lounge. “We are always doing live music, but we have never done country. It will be a fun change and will bring people in that may not have been to Voodoo before.” Born in Iowa, McVey has built a fan base by touring extensively and recording hit songs. His song “Carry On’ even reached #4 on CMT’s Pure 12 Pack and Billboard named him one of the Top Ten touring acts. The show is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. Voodoo’s specials are $2.50 Coors Light and Budweiser tallboys with $3.00 whiskeys and bomb shots. Doors open at 4 p.m. and admission is $5. For more information about Voodoo Lounge and upcoming shows, visit www.barmuda.com/voodoo
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