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Happy Thanksgiving! After the feast comes the flavorful leftovers, the best of which are served up on hearty, wholesome sandwiches. Take a look below as we share some of our top tips for a sandwich you’re sure to savor.

Start with a foundation of flavor

Of course, every truly great leftover sandwich starts with a delicious meal! Maybe you’re joining us for Thanksgiving dinner, or brought home Stonewood flavors with our Thanksgiving Bundles that are built to generously serve four to six—whatever the case may be, true leftover lovers know to plan or prep a little extra so there’s more than enough for seconds, thirds and beyond.

Pick the best bread

The right bread can make all the difference when it comes to crafting your ideal leftover sandwich! Hearty sourdough or another thick, sturdy bread can provide the structure needed to house all those flavors and textures in one sandwich—but there’s more than one way to dig in! If you find yourself with enough leftover Hawaiian sweet rolls, you can even cook up a pan of leftover turkey sliders with cranberry relish, mashed potatoes, turkey and any other trimmings you have on hand.

Have some fun

The Thanksgiving leftovers sandwich is an exercise in creativity! Have some fun and try unconventional add-ons like stuffing, mac and cheese and mashed potatoes. (Tip: We even recommend playing with temperature too—like juxtaposing warm, hearty turkey with cold relish or potatoes—for an exciting flourish.)

Add leafy greens for color and crunch

A few picks from your pantry or fridge can take your Thanksgiving sandwich to the next level. One of our favorite go-tos is the addition of fresh greens like arugula for a crisp texture and flavorful twist!

Try a sweeter sandwich, too

The classic turkey sandwich is a flavorful, foolproof use of Thanksgiving leftovers—but who says your sandwich has to be savory? If you have leftover cranberry sauce, griddle it up on bread with some melty brie for a sweet charcuterie-inspired sandwich that can’t be beat.

With these tips, we hope your leftover sandwich is as good as the feast itself!

Fall is the season of gathering—and here at Stonewood, our group dining rooms and private party spaces give you the chance to do so in a safe, welcoming environment over your favorite flavors!

Start with the perfect setting

Start your special gathering by deciding where to, well, gather! With so many Stonewood locations across the Sunshine State—coast to coast, north to south—you can choose a beautiful neighborhood that is most convenient for the whole crew.

Fortunately, no matter where you gather, you can count on a pristine Stonewood experience characterized by warm, welcoming décor, picture-perfect table settings and a relaxing, private environment the whole party is sure to appreciate. (Tip: Have a fun décor idea in mind? Let your Stonewood team know, and we’ll work to plan ahead and add your one-of-a-kind style to your space!)

Dig in with flexible menu options

From steaks to seafood and abundant options for veggie lovers, Stonewood is the perfect place to bring together friends and family members with unique tastes and dietary needs! Be sure to let us know your needs and preferences, and we’ll work to craft a delicious, crowd-pleasing menu that works for all. The best part? No prep or cleanup, so you can fully enjoy your company!

Enjoy a warm welcome and stellar service

The key to a warm, merry gathering? Friendly people! You take care of the company, and we’ll take care of providing the stellar service you know and love from Stonewood.

Remember festive favors…

Party favors help your guests remember your meal together long after it’s over! A few fun options include…

– Mini floral arrangements

– Polaroid or disposable cameras set up around the table for capturing fun, candid moments

– Custom decks of cards

– Stonewood gift cards (to keep the flavorful fun going!)

… and virtual guests, too!

If you have a friend or family member that can’t make this special gathering, why not invite them virtually? Bring along a phone or table to share in the fun as you dig in.

We hope that these ideas help you plan the perfect birthday party, baby shower, team lunch or just-because celebration! Contact your local Stonewood today to get started.

Here at Stonewood, we share your passion for delicious food and a warm, welcoming environment – and we want to highlight a member of the Stonewood family who helps us achieve that every day!

Chef Danny is celebrating 20 years as part of our Stonewood family, forming the heart and soul of some of your favorite dishes such as the recent addition to our Seasonal Flavors Menu, our Peach Bourbon Glazed Pork Chop. He started with us as a line cook and is now the corporate chef of all nine Stonewood locations across the Sunshine State, crafting the Stonewood experience we all know and love.

When he’s not cooking it up in the Stonewood kitchen, Chef Danny is spending time with his family. He lives in Tampa with his wife, daughter and a soon-to-be new addition on the way! We could not be happier to call Chef Danny an essential part of the Stonewood family, and look forward to celebrating many more milestones and flavorful moments in the future. 

October is National Pretzel Month – and here at Stonewood, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a serving (or two, or three…) of our warm, soft Pretzel Bread! Dig in, then read up on a few flavorful ways to observe this delicious foodie holiday.

Stonewood’s Pretzel Bread

As we mentioned, there’s nothing quite so satisfying as some fresh-baked Stonewood Pretzel Bread. Served up with butter before your meal, it’s a soothing comfort food treat that’s sure to please every palate. (Tip: Enjoying Stonewood at home? Our Family Bundles come with Stonewood Pretzel Bread and your other fresh-baked favorites, so you can recreate the Stonewood experience with ease.)

Pretzel pumpkins

It’s always a good idea to keep some pretzels in the pantry, because there is no shortage of fun ways to use them! At this time of year, with Halloween on its way, one of our favorites is to create playful pretzel pumpkins. Simply melt some white chocolate chips and add orange food coloring for the perfect pumpkin hue. Then, dip in your mini classic-shaped pretzels and voila, you’ve got the makings of our favorite fall squash! Add a green sunflower seed or chocolate candy to serve as your stem, cool, and enjoy with the family all season long.

Pretzel rod bar

To turn a weeknight or just-because celebration even more fun, consider an easy but delicious pretzel rod bar! Assemble a mini station with pretzel rods, melted white and dark chocolate, sprinkles, nuts, mini candy pieces and any other toppings you might be craving. Each family member can choose their own unique flavor combination to enjoy.

Pretzel houses

Gingerbread houses are a fun staple of the holiday season, but who says you need to wait until December to dig in to a version of this flavorful activity? Swap your gingerbread roofs and walls for pretzel rods that can help serve as logs for your cozy fall cabin, held together with frosting “glue” and adorned in candy, sprinkles and any toppings you might desire.

An unexpected ice cream topping

Don’t throw away your bag of pretzels when only crumbs remain! Crushed pretzels work perfectly as an ice cream topping, too, serving as a fun, unexpected texture twist that’s just salty enough to round out the sweetness of your go-to frozen dessert.

What’s your favorite go-to pretzel treat? From our warm, savory Stonewood bread, to fun DIY creations right in your very own kitchen, you simply can’t go wrong with this classic treat.

Inspired by Stonewood chefs and artfully crafted for a one-of-a-kind flavor experience, Stonewood is excited for you to meet our latest selection of Seasonal Features! Swing by to enjoy these dishes (including a returning favorite) for a limited time. Take a look below more for some delicious details.

B.L.A.S.T. Stack

If this colorful, protein-packed dish looks familiar, that’s because it is back by popular demand! Our B.L.A.S.T. Snack takes flavor to another level, featuring layers of fresh field greens with lemon infused olive oil, basil avocado aioli, vine ripened tomatoes, fresh-diced Hass avocado and our signature smoked salmon, all garnished with hardwood-smoked bacon strips for a final, flavorful flourish. With so many layers to love, you’ll want to dig right in (but you may want to snap a photo first!).

Grouper Giovani

Craving fresh Florida seafood? Our Grouper Giovani features Florida fresh black grouper, oak-grilled to perfection and served up atop a savory butternut squash-stuffed ravioli and fresh French green beans. Our scratch-made creamy tomato crema sauce ties it all together for a flavor experience you’re sure to love.

Peach Bourbon Glazed Pork Chop

This delicious dish, inspired by the familiar flavors of Southern cuisine, is the brainchild of Stonewood’s very own Chef Danny! Enjoy sweet tea-marinated frenched bone-in center cut pork chop, perfectly oak-grilled and glazed in a housemade peach bourbon puree. We serve it all up with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh sautéed baby kale, a delicious blend of sweet and savory.

White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

Cap off your Stonewood meal with something sweet! Our White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake delivers decadent white chocolate cheesecake flavor, swirled with fresh raspberry on a graham cracker crust. Garnished with white chocolate shavings, this bright, flavorful dessert is one you’ll want to try again and again.

Switch up your Stonewood routine and enjoy these fresh additions, as well as your go-to favorites! We can’t wait to see you.

It’s that time of year again! The back-to-school shuffle may look a little different for all of us this year—whether our children are back in the classroom, or learning from home—but whatever your school year looks like, you and your family deserve to enjoy wholesome, feel-good food along the way. Read on for a few tips on how to head back to school, Stonewood style.

Enjoy effortless weeknight meals…

Whether your family is opting for at-home learning, or your child is back in the classroom, one thing is true for all families at this time of year—it’s going to be busy! As we all work to settle into our new routines (which no doubt include homework time as well as after-school errands, extracurriculars and more), it can be helpful to remove an item or two from your to-do list. Why not let Stonewood take care of dinner?

Not only does a Stonewood Family Bundle—thoughtfully prepared with a flavorful main course, your favorite Stonewood bread, salad and dessert—help turn your everyday dinner into something special; it also makes your day that much more convenient, as you can easily pick up dinner with our Curbside To-Go, or have it delivered right to your door!

Without having to take time to prepare a meal, you can focus on other activities, whether they be catching up on errands or simply kicking back with the family. Whatever your day looks like, you can feel good about enjoying a meal together. Plus, studies show that children who eat together perform better at school, so it’s the perfect time to establish routines that keep your child fueled for success all school year long (and beyond).

… or celebrate a week well done!

In addition to being a game-changer on busy weeknights, our Stonewood Family Bundles are here to help you celebrate a week well done! Pair your meal with a Friday movie night or some just-because Saturday fun—as you unwind with a delicious meal, you can laugh, share high points of the week and simply enjoy each other’s company.

Breathe new life into leftovers

Scrambling to put together a wholesome lunch for your child during the school day? Our Family Bundles are designed to serve four with leftovers to enjoy later on, making for a hearty breakfast or lunch to fuel your child’s day of learning and extracurriculars.

Learn something new

Back-to-school season is all about a return to learning and curiosity in all its forms! Use family mealtime as an opportunity to teach your child something new—whether it be learning about a new destination, like the Hawaiian islands, over some delicious Poke; or understanding fractions with the help of a flavorful Stonewood Chicken or Veggie Quesadilla.

We hope that these ideas help you start the school year with fun, family and food that fuels the way ahead!

Here at Stonewood, we believe that the perfect food-and-wine pairing can elevate an already delicious dinner—but did you know that you can savor your favorite, elegantly paired dishes and wine from home as well? Just read on as we share a few helpful tips for pairing your Stonewood Family Bundles and other flavorful dishes with wine you’re sure to love. Take a look.

Let color guide your perfect pairing (usually)

Even if you’re new to the practice of pairing your wine with food, you can still put together a beautiful meal by following the basic rule of red wine with red meat (like beef and steak), and white wine with lighter meat like chicken or fish. This is because the tannins in red wine are strong enough to break down the fat in red meats (like your go-to Stonewood Filet Mignon), releasing oh-so-delicious flavor in every bite; on the other hand, this boldness might overpower the more delicate flavors of fish and poultry.

Focus on the sauce

Once you learn the basic rule of thumb, you may start to discover nuances to this wine guideline. For example, if you’re bringing home a Stonewood Family Bundle of Cheesesteak Pasta (prepared with marinated ribeye, tenderloin cuts and a creamy cheese sauce), you may be inclined to reach for a bottle of red. However, the folks at Wine Folly remind us that “It is better to match the wine with the sauce than with the meat,” which, in this case, means that you should also feel free to choose a sparkling white to help play off the rich creaminess of this cheesy pasta! For another Family Bundle favorite, our Blackened Chicken Pasta, a glass of Chardonnay will perfectly complement the Chardonnay that’s in the sauce itself.

Add some fruity fun

In addition to choosing between red or white wine, you can breathe new life into your family meal with the addition of fruity blends! You can bring home bottles of your favorite Stonewood wine as well as Beverage Bundles of our delicious Red and White Sangrias, too.

Bring home an extra bottle

For those evenings when the wine flows as easily as the laughs and conversation, you can’t go wrong with having an extra bottle or two on hand. Our Bottled Wine Specials let you try a variety of blends at an affordable price, perfect for family dinners and special occasions alike.

Ask your local Stonewood for additional tips

Speaking of special occasions, be sure to check with your local Stonewood for questions on how to pair the perfect meal for a meaningful event—a birthday, anniversary or other celebration! We want to help you plan the perfect evening, and are happy to assist you in crafting a truly memorable menu, from food to wine and all the special flourishes in between.

We hope that these tips help you embrace your inner sommelier from your very own kitchen! Enjoy tried-and-true pairings and make some new ones, too—with Stonewood’s effortless Delivery and Curbside To-Go options, it’s never been easier to enjoy an elegant, exquisitely paired meal right at home.

National Potato Month is here, and we’re ready to celebrate the unsung hero of the kitchen! The powerful potato—whether mashed, fried or baked—seems to make every dish better, and its crowd-pleasing flavor makes it an easy addition to any dinner party spread or everyday family meal.

Just read on as we share a few fun facts about potatoes, and how to enjoy here at Stonewood or right at home! Take a look.

An all-American staple…

You know the old phrase, “as American as apple pie.” While the apple might be a favorite fruit of Americans, the potato might just have it beat in terms of overall production. (Incidentally, the potato is named “pomme de terre,” or “Earth apple” in French!) Did you know that potatoes are grown in all 50 states? Most of those, of course, come from Idaho, which is responsible for just about 30 percent of all potatoes grown in the country. The Sunshine State, perhaps surprisingly, ranks at No. 11 with 3 percent of all potatoes grown!

… and a surprising superfood, too

We might often associate the term “superfood” with vibrant blueberries, kiwi, acai and other ingredients that would feel at home in a smoothie bowl—but potatoes are a powerful superfood in their own right, packed with vitamin C, potassium and protein, too. Potatoes are also ranked highly for their ability to satisfy hunger! When you want a hearty meal that fuels you well, you can’t go wrong by adding some potato (mashed, fried, boiled, baked, you name it) to the side.  

Stonewood spuds we love

Here at Stonewood, we have plenty of potato picks to enjoy with your next meal, including…

– Baked Potato, a classic pairing, perfectly trimmed with all your favorite fixings for a hearty side.

– Roasted Garlic Whipped Potatoes, an aromatic, delightfully airy spin on traditional mashed potatoes. A classic favorite made even better.

– French Fries, a go-to finger food that can be shared by the table or paired with your favorite burger.

– Potato Medley, a colorful, satisfying staple with a delightful texture perfect for complementing any entrée.

Tips for taters at home

Preparing potatoes at home? For many beloved potato dishes—like home fries or fun smashed potatoes—parboiling first can give your spuds a creamy, interior texture as you focus on crisping up the outside.

Knowing which potato works best for your specific dish can be a game-changer! Russets and Yukon Golds make for excellent, creamy mashed potatoes, for example, while reds are great for frying and smashing.

When preparing potatoes at home, you may be asking yourself the age-old question: To rinse or not to rinse? Rinsing before roasting or frying your potatoes can reduce starch that leads to gummy, sticky potatoes; but avoid rinsing for other dishes like casseroles, where the starches can help creamy sauce adhere to your spuds.

What’s your go-to pick for potato goodness? Let us know and be sure to dig in on your next trip to Stonewood, or enjoy at home with the help of Delivery or Curbside To-Go.

Looking for ways to spice up your summer mealtime routine? It’s never been easier to enjoy your favorite Stonewood flavors—from home, your local Stonewood and beyond! Just read on for a few of our favorite places to dig in.

A beachy break

There’s nothing like a beautiful beach view to complement the perfect meal. Find your favorite lookout or simply kick back and relax in the sand! Effortlessly shareable seafood favorites like our Spinach, Crab & Brie Dip or Seared Ahi Tuna are the perfect additions to any meal by the water. Throw on your beachy best (think comfy yet classic linens and sandals) to elevate the experience to something truly special, even if it’s purely just-because fun!

Backyard picnic

You don’t need to travel very far to enjoy a memorable meal. Bring home a Stonewood Family Bundle (complete with Fresh Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies) or have it delivered! All you need to do is spread out the old picnic blanket and relax. If you’re dining in the dark, you can even add battery-powered lanterns or string lights, or project a movie on a blank patio wall or white sheet. It doesn’t take much to turn an everyday evening into a fun family affair.

Your favorite park

Another great spot to picnic? Your favorite local park! With countless options across the Sunshine State, there’s likely a cozy picnic pavilion with a beautiful view right around the corner. It’s a great way to enjoy dining al fresco after a day of hiking, strolling by a favorite lake or simply exploring Florida’s natural landscape.

Around the fire

Dreaming about those summer campfires of yore? You may not be at summer camp, but you can certainly enjoy all the fun of a flickering fire, spooky stories and, of course, the season’s best flavors. (Tip: Stonewood’s Oak-Grilled Cheeseburger, Tavern Wings or Family Bundle of Cheesesteak Pasta are sure to inspire campfire memories with every bold, smoky bite!)

Stonewood Private Dining Room

Need a special place to elevate your family’s next meal? Whether it be a birthday or back-to-school celebration, Stonewood’s Private Dining Rooms give you a cozy, welcoming space to unwind with a delicious meal. You can reserve your space at a Stonewood near you today.

These, of course, are just a few of our favorite places to dig in. What’s yours? With Stonewood offering dine-in, delivery and curbside to-go options, enjoying your go-to grilled flavors has never been simpler.