January 27th, 2012
February 11th or 14th
What more can be said
Two evenings to choose from: Saturday February 11th or Tuesday February 14th
Make you plans today for Valentine’s at THE STANFORD INN
Limited space avaialable * Advance reservations required * Call today 863 – 533 – 2393 * Only $50 pp
Wine Included

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January 27th, 2012
March 9th
Every now and then we all need to decompress and what better way to do that than to spend a fun and romantic evening with your spouse, best friend, other half, girl friend, etc. All hosted by your favorite Inn Keepers – Tony and Becky Grainger and The Stanford Inn. We do this several times each year, and every time, it has been big hit. Plan now to attend.
A wonderful evening planned around wonderful food and wine to make this a truly memorable evening for all who attend. March 9th starting at 7pm and it’s only $ 24 pp. Call today to see book your reservation.

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January 14th, 2012
January 14, 2012
POLK COUNTY, FLORIDA
Bartow Airport Restaurant to Begin Evening Hours
On Thursday January 19th, The Bartow Chamber of Commerce is having a ribbon cutting ceremony at Runway 9/27 Airbase Bistro – the restaurant, starting at 5:15 and the ribbon cutting at 6 pm. On the same day we will begin our new evening schedule. “We will be open for dinner every week on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 5pm and 9pm” said restaurant owner Tony Grainger. We have a full liquor bar so even if you just want a drink and an appetizer, Runway 9/27 is the place to be. We have the latest in video including a giant size screen. We will show the Super Bowl, and other events.
“We are having terrific success with Aviators!” Tony said. We are starting to get flying clubs in on a regular basis, and now the Airport Authority has decided that every Saturday, Runway 9/27 customers who have a paid receipt is entitled to a discount of 25 cents on every gallon of fuel purchased that day. So we believe that will attract a lot more pilots, and their friends to the Bartow Airport and Runway 9/27 Air Base Bistro.
The Airport has a great conference room facility that we offer and is available for very low rates. And, with Runway 9/27 doing the catering, this can be a very inexpensive way to get your audience motivated and it is tax free! yes, the IRS allows the full cost of any catered event . Not only is your audience appreciative, your accountant is as well!
The Airport Authority has been very cooperative with us. My personal thanks to Cindy who has really put up with a lot of growing pains from us, and we have received really good support from the tenants at the airport. We sincerely hope that in 2012 there will be many more who will want to work and eat at Bartow Airport.
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January 14th, 2012
Our girl Becky Grainger tells Anne Martin and Nurka Valentine about the food The Stanford Inn offers during the Taste of Haines City held Thursday evening January 12th at the Lake Eva Banquet Hall in Haines City.
Other eateries participated and it was a great time had by all who attended !!!

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January 3rd, 2012
The Ultimate Date Night
Join us for A deVine Affair – Fine Dining & Fine Wine Tasting
Fine wine and food come together with a seven course meal at 555 Stanford, the evening dining
incarnation at The Stanford Inn in Bartow, for “A deVine Affair.”
1st Course
Chilled raspberry soup
Zibbibo Sparkling Moscato Rose
2nd Course
Crisp winter salad w/ garlic ginger vinaigrette
Napa Cellars Sauvignon Blanc
3rd Course
Spaghetti with brown butter & crispy bread crumbs
Napa Cellars Chardonnay
4th Course
Mussel chowder with bacon & shiitake mushrooms
Napa Cellars Merlot
5th Course
Goat cheese and pear stuffed tenderloin
with orzo and wilted greens
Napa Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon
6th Course
Triple chocolate mousse cake
Napa Cellars Pinot Noir
7th Course
Cheese plate
Terra D’Oro Moscato
Friday, January 13, or Saturday January 14th. 7:00pm until 10:00pm..
Reservations Required 863- 533-2393.
Only $65.00pp
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January 2nd, 2012
THE POLK HISTORICAL COMMISSION PRESENTS
Steven Y. Caudill, as Daniel Boon, will take you on an educational Journey examining the facts and dispelling the myths surrounding Kentucky’s favorite frontiersman.
$5 for Members, $7 for non-members and children under 12 are free.
863-534-4386 for your ticket at the Museum in downtown Bartow. Walk up’s welcome.
Following his presentation, join Caudill for a discussion at The Stanford Inn and Dinner.
Call today to reserve your space – 863 533 2393
This is a great presentation about the way things once were, and a must for young and old alike to learn about important segments of our history.

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December 21st, 2011
The Tea Room will be open Christmas Eve & New Years Eve normal hours 11am to 3pm.
555 Fine Dining will be open for Christmas Eve for a superb Buffet $39.00.
Christmas Day Brunch – 11am to -2pm, $20.00
New Years Eve, we will have our Standard menu plus our Specials.
As a Thank You to our customers who have supported us we will provide Free Desert and Champagne !
January 13th & 14th, 6pm A deVine Affair
For those of you who missed our food and wine event in 2011 this will be another opportunity to
taste the culinary expertise of our chefs! Many of our clientele remarked after the last event
that the food was incredibly good! 7 food courses & 7 different wines $65.00
January 21st, 7pm
Date Night was a hit every time we celebrated it in 2011.
February 11 & 14, 7pm, Valentines
We will recreate the menu that was so successful in 2011 and as the 14 is on a Tuesday we shall celebrate
Valentine’s on Saturday the 11th as well! $50.00
February 18th, 6:30
Dinner guests at The Stanford Inn have a rare treat — an appearance by psychic Warren Rice.
But there’s more in store: romance novelist Rachel Grey will read an excerpt from her latest novel
in The Savage Series, and her sister, Diana Grey Rice, will offer inspirational advice from her own
experience in overcoming tremendous obstacles. Of course, not all twins get along … could that be
a recipe for murder?Follow the clues and help the detective solve the case while enjoying a gourmet
dinner and the ambiance of The Stanford Inn. Bring your friends, after all, “Who Needs Enemies?” $50.00
March 9th, 7pm – Date Night $24.00
March 31st, 7pm – Taste of Spring – To celebrate we are going to have a medley of food which heralds the change of the season. You know “the good stuff” made even better because the chefs at The Stanford Inn prepared it.
“We feel your Pain” we know that “Money is short!”
We are prepared to discount all of the prices above by 15% if you purchase and pay for (cash, credit card etc.) for any event NO LATER than 120 hours (5 days) prior to the event. As an example, Pay for The Food and Wine Event before midnight on the 8th of January and save $9.75 per person. New cost is $55.25 per person. Please understand no other offers, discounts or coupons will be accepted. Sorry, but no refunds will be given.
Remember to visit our new dining venture, Runway 9/27, Air Base Bistro,
In the Terminal Building at the Bartow Airport. Open daily 7am to 3pm
Look for our daily specials at: >> http://www.runway927.net http://www.facebook.com/runway927
863/288-8418 (Hwy. 17 & Spirit Lake Road)
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December 1st, 2011
Basil Baby Carrots
October 12th, 2011
Basil Baby Carrots, Baby Carrot Recipe, How to cook Baby Carrots
BASIL BABY CARROTS
I went to a friend’s house for dinner a number of years ago and they made these carrots and they were so delicious, and my young kids at the time just loved them and gobbled them up. They’re super easy to make, and absolutely delicious. And you know they’re a winner when you can get your kids to love their veggies!
I serve these carrots often at my house, but always at holidays with our Christmas Prime Rib or our Easter Cranberry-Burgundy Glazed Ham.
Enjoy!
2 lbs. baby carrots
water
2 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. brown sugar
2 tsp. dried basil flakes
Place baby carrots in a medium sized saucepan and cover with water. Cook on medium heat until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain water and add butter, brown sugar and basil. Stir until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
Serves 6-8
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December 1st, 2011

Your Innkeepers Tony and Becky have come up with another way to enjoy The Stanford Inn and save on the cost. That’s correct you can enjoy all the interesting and exciting events at The Stanford Inn at a discount.
All you have to do is register for one or more of the many events at The Stanford Inn and Pre-Pay at least five (5) days in advance, and you will receive a 15% discount. A 15% discount for pre-paying only days in advance of any event!! More if you like.
There are many events scheduled through the holidays, and spring that you can take advantage of this unique offer. If you are attending, why not enjoy a 15% discount by pre-paying a minimum of just five days in advance? More if you like.
The fashion show on December 10th, and the world famous Stanford Inn Christmas Dinner are just two upcoming events that you can take advantage of for this amazing discount program.
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Don’t forget that The Stanford Inn is now opening its doors every morning for breakfast meetings with groups of ten (10) or more. Call today to make your arrangements – 863-533-2393 (pre-pay discount applies!!!).
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Another great way to save on all of The Stanford Inn Services – Room, Food, Beverage, etc. is the Stanford Inn Bonus Gift Card program. Quite simply all you have to do is buy a $100 gift card, and you will receive a card for $120. Buy a card for $300 and you will receive a card for $360. And, so on. Any amount up to $500 (more with approval). These gift cards can be used anytime for any event or Stanford Inn Product or Service.
At The Stanford Inn all we want you to do is enjoy yourself and have a great time when visiting. Anything we can do like the pre-pay discounts or gift card bonus program that makes your life a bit easier is our pleasure.
We look forward to seeing you again soon !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Special offers may only be used as stand-alone offers, and not be combined with other offers.
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November 9th, 2011
Christmas at the Stanford Inn and you have two different days to choose from:
Christmas Eve Dinner
Saturday, December 24th · 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Usual and unusual Christmas fare. Take Christmas day off, and dine with us.
Call 863.533.2393 today for reservations. Space is limited!
Only $39.00 per person !!!
Christmas Day Lunch
Sunday, December 25th · 11:00am – 2:00pm
Usual and unusual Christmas fare. Take Christmas day off and dine with us.
Call 863.533.2393 today for reservations, and very special pricing. Space is limited!
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