Happy 2009!

Happy New Year from Mike and Susan.
The holiday season was great and now is the time to start planning for the new year. The following are some things we have in store for 2009:

February 1-5: Susan and Mike are vacationing in Napa Valley. Strictly a business trip to check out some new wines and to get inspired about some new food.

Valentines Dinner - Saturday, February 14 - Make your reservations early....We are always sold out this evening and since it falls on a Saturday we anticipate the demand to be high. You can contact us by phone or email (info@bistro108.com)

Cooking Class -- Monday, March 2, at the Bistro (cost & menu to be announced)

Tequila Tasting Dinner (to be announced)

Wine Dinner(s?) (to be announced)

What a Bistro 108 Wine Festival? Email us with your suggestions. info@bistro108.com

Other happenings for January and February:

Copper Shade Tree, Round Top Texas Its Not A Quilt ...Or Is It? - February 6-28 http://www.coppershadetree.com

January BP MS 150 top Fundraisers Ride Sunday January 25, 2009.

January 31, 3:00 pm -- Festival Institute Synergy Brass Quintet
Synergy Brass Quintet performs more concerts than anyone in classical music today, averaging nearly 300 engagements per year. Acclaimed for “a veritable fireworks display of outstanding musical ability combined with superb showmanship” (Door Concerts,Inc) in addition to “blazing precision [and] amazing technique” (The Watertown Daily Times), the Synergy Brass Quintet has emerged as one of the world's most exciting ensembles.

January 31, 6:00 pm -- The Family Crisis Center’s Annual Dinner & Dance Gala at the La Grange K.C. Hall. This year’s theme “Where were you when the Ship went down”, will have guests going overboard for a fantastic Island party. Doors open at 6:00pm for Shipwrecked Social Hour, Island Feast dinner is served at 7:00p.m. The Triumphs will take the stage at 8:00p.m. with some nautical noise that will have party goers rocking and rolling the night away. Live auction, silent auction and raffle chances will have the native pirates and castaways restless as they figure out ways to out bid each other. Castaway Costume Contest and Castaway Dance Contest with prizes to the winners. Tickets are $35.00 a person, tickets are not guaranteed at the door, so buy early. For more information about the event, sponsorship, donate to the auction or volunteer call the Center at 512-321-7760

February 5, 5-7:30 pm -- La Grange Rotary Club Pancake Supper is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 5, at Hermes Cafeteria, La Grange, from 5 pm to 7:30 pm. Adult tickets are $6 and children under 6 are free if accompanied by a parent with a ticket.

February 14, 1:30 pm -- The 5th International Guitar Festival at Round Top Ricardo Cobo (1:30) Emmanuel Rossfelder (4:00) Quaternaglia Guitar Quartet (8:00) James Dick The Round Top Philharmonia Marcelo Bussiki, conductor -- Festival Hill Concert Hall

March 7, Texas Women's League Gala at the Round Up Hall at the Fayette County Fairgrounds, La Grange, with the social beginning at 7 p.m.

Reminders - Bistro 108

Music on the Patio - Tomorrow
Bill Poss and the Racket will be playing on the Star Lite Lizard Lounge tomorrow night, Thursday, 7:30 - 9:30 pm. The wonderful rain we are getting right now is suppose to be long gone by showtime. Be prepared with a light jacket, cause the cool front should have arrived, also. Come early and enjoy dinner on the patio or plan on eating during the concert. The last time Bill and crew played everyone had a great time.

Chef Susan's Special for Friday Dinner
Oso Bucco (slow roasted lamb shank) served on top of saffron risotto with gremolata...something new for fall. Also, we will have the fantastic Japanese Sea Bass.

Bistro 108 Notice!
Bistro 108 will be closed this Saturday night for Flor Merlos' Quinceanera. Flor has worked for Bistro 108 as a busser for several years and we are all going to go to the Party. Congratulations Flor.

Bistro 108 will also close for lunch on Tuesday, October 21 for another private function.

Thanksgiving...
To answer the most asked question..."Will you be open on Thanksgiving day?" Sorry...but no we will not be open...we hope to be doing the same thing you will be doing...eating too much and perhaps watching a little football.

However, I WILL COOK FOR YOU....When you order your Holiday Feast from Bistro 108. We will be cooking main dishes, sides and desserts for you to pick up and take to your dinner...wherever that may be. If you call the Bistro to order ask for Susan or Mike. The best way to order is to email Susan at info@bistro108.com. Next week we should have an order form at the Bistro for you. All orders will be prepaid by credit card or check. November 19th is the deadline to order.

Side dishes will serve 8-10 hardy appetities ....$25.00 each
Broccoli Rice Casserole
Country Club Squash Casserole
Spinach and Artichoke Casserole
Scalloped Potatoes
Sweet Potato Casserole
Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes
Traditonal Cornbread Dressing

Turkey and Dressing with Giblet Gravy....10# average
Mike's Hot Smoked Salmon with diced onion, cornichorns, and capers ...$20.00 per pound
Choice Roasted Prime Rib with creamy horseradish sauce...5# min....$15 per pound

These pies are homemade by Susan's own chubby hands!! I can say that Mike can't.
Pecan Pie....$15.00
Pumpkin Pie...$12.00
Pots of Chocolate...$5.00 each

Remember Bistro 108 Caters
If you are interested in having Bistro 108 cater a function for you the best way to contact us is to email us at: info@bistro108.com Include the date, time, approximate number of people and most important the budget for your function. We customize every catering menu to fit you and your budget.

Happenings around Bistro 108:
Music on the Patio - Tomorrow 7:30 - 9:30 pm, Bill Poss and the Racket.

4th Annual Wine Tasting at Round Top 11/1 12-6PM - sponsored by The Stone Cellar and participating businesses. Call 979-249-4042. Bistro 108 will be there will some "Good Eats".

Lone Star Loop 1000
Date: 10/17/2008 TO 10/19/2008
Event Description: A 3-day, 1000-mile scenic driving tour circuit of Texas with Start/Finish in Weatherford & stops in Ballinger, Sonora, Gruene, La Grange & Hillsboro with informal car displays. All Antique & Classic Vehicles, Vintage Hot Rods & pre-1973 Muscle Cars welcome. Local public & media are invited.

32nd Annual Lickskillet Days
Date: 10/17/2008 TO 10/19/2008
10/17/2008: Dance sponsored by SPJST Lodge No. 1 - 8:30 pm - 12:30. Music by Third Time Habit. 10/18/2008: SPJST Hall - BBQ & Bean Cook-off & Horseshoe Tournament. Music by The Sidewinders. On The Square - Crowning of the Queen & her Court, Antiques, Arts & Crafts Booths, Fayetteville Heritage Museum 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Street Dance 8:00 pm - Midnight. Music by Southbound 955. 10/19/2008: On The Square - Parade - 11:00 am. Fried Chicken with all the trimmings - Plates $7.00. Kolaches, Pasteries, Sodas, Hamburgers & More. Auction - 1:30 pm.

Bear Creek Concerts presents Martine Locke
Date And Time: 10/18/2008, 7:00 PM TO 10:00 -- Bear Creek Concerts presents music from the porch with Fran Snyder. 6:30 potluck, 7:30 music. Bring a lawn chair and own drinks. $10 suggested donation for performer. We host a food drive for the local food pantry with each concert. For directions and information visit http://www.bearcreekconcerts.com

Blame Sally Performs at The Bugle Boy
Date And Time: 10/24/2008 8:00 PM -- BLAME SALLY is: Pam Delgado, Renee Harcourt, Jeri Jones and Monica Pasqual. These four accomplished instrumentalist/singers combine their strikingly different approaches to create a distinct and beautiful sound that's been described as emotionally charged, highly melodic, and compelling. The San Francisco Chronicle called Blame Sally's self-produced/self released second album "intelligently emotional, intricately harmonized folk-pop" with "imaginatively arranged, expansive narrative songs." This Bay Area Favorite will be performing at The Bugle Boy on their CO-TX tour. Come for a night of great live music!

11th Annual Theatre Forum (I)
Date And Time: 10/31/2008 TO 11/2/2008 4:00 PM -- Festival Hill, Round Top
Shakespeare: "A Weekend with Will" Please visit the website for presenter bios and a detailed schedule of events. www.festivalhill.org

11th Annual Theatre Forum (II)
Date And Time: 11/6/2008 TO 11/9/2008 5:00 PM -- Festival Hill, Round Top
Event Description:Shakespeare: "Brave New World!" Please visit the website for presenter bios and a detailed schedule of events. www.festivalhill.org

The First Choral Festival at Round Top -- Festival Hill, Round Top
Date And Time: 11/15/2008 1:30 PM
Texas Children's Choir (San Antonio)(1:30) The Heart of Texas Chorus (4:00) Austin Vocal Arts Ensemble (7:30)

10/1,8,15 Paper Crafting Classes 3PM Round Top Family Library. Pre-registration 2 weeks in advance required. Call 979-249-2700.

10/1-12/31 Small Treasures The Gallery at Round Top. Call 979-249-4119 or Click here

10/17-18 Beading Workshop The Gallery of Round Top. 10/17 "The Beaded Doll" 10/18 "Not Your Mother's Charm Bracelet". Call 979-249-4119.

10/18 Burton Cotton Gin Barn Dance & Dinner Gala 6PM-Midnight The Big Red Barn. Call 979-289-3378 or 979-836-3695.

10/18-11/2 Melanie Fain Art Exhibit The Gallery at Round Top. Call 979-249-4119.

10/24 Civil War Reenactors Henkel Square, Round Top. Call 979-249-6561.

10/25 Harvestfest Dinner & Auction 6PM St John Catholic Church Hall, Fayetteville. Benefiting The Art Guild of Rural Texas. Call 979-378-2113 for reservations.

There is a lot going on in and around Fayette County. You don't have to travel far to have a little fun and enjoy life. We are very lucky to live and work here. Come see us soon at Bistro 108.

Bistro 108 - Music on the Patio

This Thursday, October 16, 7:30 - 9:30 pm, Bill Passalacqua and the Racket will be playing. The last time they were at the Bistro everyone had a great time. Come early and enjoy dining on the patio and this fabulous fall weather. Remember, it is first come, first served on the patio - no reservations. Hope to see you there.

Antique Week has begun at Bistro 108

Antique Week has begun at Bistro 108.

The weather looks like it is going to be perfect -- warm days, cool nites. Our hours are:

Thurs - Saturday (September 25-27) Lunch 11-2 pm & Dinner 5-9 pm.

Sunday Brunch 10 am - 2pm (September 28)

Monday (September 29) Dinner 5-9 pm

Tuesday - Saturday (September 30 - October 4) Lunch 11 am - 2 pm & Dinner 5-9 pm.

Remember to come to lunch. The Antique folks are busy shopping and we do not see them until Dinner time.

If you call for dinner reservations during Antique Week, I do not guarantee you a table the moment you walk in the door. But the wait, even when we are the busiest, usually isn't more than 15 minutes for those who have called in. We will have the Patio open for dining during the whole week.

Hope to see you this week.

What do you think of a Tequila Tasting Dinner?

Michael and Miriam Farenthold are the owners of Central Texas Spirits, Inc. and have asked us to partner with them to present a Tequila Tasting Diner. I think it would be a lot of fun to learn how to use some of their quality Tequilas for drinking, cooking and baking. We have not finalized a date for the event. We would like you to send us an email (info@bistro108.com) if you are interested in attending. It will probably be sometime after the January 1, 2009.

Bistro 108 Cooking Classes

The cooking class at the Olle Hotel was great fun and the food was delicious. Our next class will be at Le Petite Gourmet Shoppe on November 10. Contact Donnella at 979-968-4000 for reservations and details.

Remember Bistro 108 Caters, too.

Sunday Breakfast Buffet at Bistro 108

Sunday Breakfast Brunch this Sunday

To celebrate this beautiful fall-like weather Bistro 108 is preparing a Sunday Breakfast Brunch where Mike will personally cook your eggs or omelette to order, along with waffles, sausage, bacon, biscuits and gravy. . . . Just like we used to do. For those not wanting breakfast we will be having our standard brunch items (Prime Rib, pork, chicken and salmon & veggies) also. The Patio will be open, the weather should be perfect and you can eat inside or out. There will even be a complimentary glass of bubbly for those 21 and over.


Fresh Fish from Hawaii
This weekend Chef Susan will be preparing fresh Japanese Sea Bass and Ahi Tuna.

Holiday Friends & Family Party Time
The holidays are just around the corner. Remember Bistro 108 caters. Bistro 108 can prepare your holiday meal so you can enjoy your friends and family. But you will need to get your orders in soon our calendar is filling up quickly. We can prepare everything from Prime Rib and Smoked Salmon to Sweet Potatoes and Turkey and Dressing.

Up Coming Events
Bistro 108 Cooking Class, Monday, September 22 at the Olle Hotel in Flatonia, Texas. 6-9 pm



Antique Week begins September 24 and runs through October 4.



Check out the following links to other events in Fayette and surrounding counties: (The following links are not intended to represent everything thats going on. If you have a special link you would like us to add to our newsletter, please email them to me at info@bistro108.com )


La Grange Chamber of Commerce: http://lagrangetxcoc.weblinkconnect.com/CWT/External/WCPages/WCEvents/LaGrangeTXCOCEvents.aspx?OE=true&CE=true


Festival Institute: http://www.festivalhill.org/


Round Top Chamber of Commerce: http://www.roundtop.org/

The Copper Shade Tree: http://www.coppershadetree.com/

The Gallery in Roundtop: http://www.thegalleryatroundtop.com/