May 11, 2009: The Weekend Dash
Escaping the rigors of work can be as equally important as good diet or daily exercise. However, planning extended vacations can be difficult to do when work is demanding and time is limited. Therefore, planning the weekend getaway has become an art form. Knowing how to get in, hit the best the best of the best, and get back in time for the morning meeting is crucial.
Location: Savannah, GA
Savannah, GA: This weekends feature getaway is a gem of southern living, Savannah, GA.
Savannah has long been a beacon of civility, taste, and culture along the meandering southeast coastline. Steeped in almost three hundred years of history, and with a stunning architectural heritage that is second-to-none, Savannah is a treasure chest just waiting for you to open. Read more. http://www.savannah.com/
Lodge: The Mansion on Forsyth
The Mansion on Forsyth Park Hotel welcomes you to a magnificently restored Victorian mansion set in Savannah’s legendary Historic District. From the moment you enter the onyx marble appointed lobby, you will experience the essence of Southern luxury. From our celebrated cuisine, to spa pampering and world-class Kessler Collection service, every detail is polished to perfection. Our intimate yet opulent hotel is graced by a collection of over 400 pieces of original artwork. Just outside lies Forsyth Park’s lush setting…moments away, explore the timeless intrigue and excitement that is synonymous with Savannah.
http://www.mansiononforsythpark.com/
Dine: Cha Bella
Cha Bella's is on the cutting edge of the fine dining experience. The approach is as simple as embracing & celebrating where food originates. Each staff member of Cha Bella tours local organic farms to get the freshest produce & a deeper understanding of the quality of produce we serve our customers. At Cha Bella's we partner with our local fishermen & farmers to secure the freshest seafood & produce daily. In addition to fine dining, we provide catering services with Earth to Table to extend fine dining to your home. Pete Lamb of Savannah Morning News gave Cha Bella's an A+. " The dish was an explosion of flavor - sweetness was the first impression - but then bursts of tanginess, acidity & earthiness combined to make this salad a spectacular example of pleasing flavors." This captures the true essence of Cha Bella's. It is fine dining in an informal atmosphere.
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You can find Cha Bella www.cha-bella.com at 102 E. Broad St., for Lunch: Mon-Sat, 11:30-3 and Dinner: Tues-Sun, 5-10.
Recommended Dish:
Traditional, Thin Crust Flatbread
classic, with fresh basil, house-made fresh
mozzarella, arugula & marinated tomato
Baby Arugula Salad
with spiced pecans, fresh raspberries, a crumble
of Italian gorgonzola cheese & a fresh raspberry vinaigrette
All Natural Filet of Beef
8 oz. tenderloin, pan-seared & classically presented
with mushroom demi-glaze.
Dress:
Carpé High Seas Polo: Light weight 100% combed cotton jersey in 1/8” navy and white yarn dyed stripes. Contrast solid navy flat knit collar and cuffs. Extra soft hand for extreme comfort.
The John B5 Tom Ford Aviators: Square frame and double bridge. Black frame with rose gold bridge bar, brown striped temple and brown lens.
Iconic Military Twill Pant: Drawing heritage inspiration from military classics, the Ralph Lauren Icon pant is salt-washed and subtly frayed for a timeworn, lived-in look that is the pinnacle of casual style. Roll the bottom cuff for the relaxed look.
White Sebago Boat Shoe: The handsewn boat shoe that started it all. With rubber slip-resistant soles, rawhide laces and non-corrosive brass eyelets. Genuine moccasin construction wraps the foot in a single piece of leather, creating a fit that’s uniquely your own.
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