document.write('\x3cmeta http-equiv=\x22x-dns-prefetch-control\x22 content=\x22off\x22/\x3e\x3col class=\x22tumblr_posts\x22\x3e\x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3eA Dickens Themed Holiday Sunday Brunch in Scrimshaw\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp\x3e\x3cimg height=\x2270\x22 width=\x22240\x22 src=\x22http://www.desmondhotelsalbany.com/images/dickens.jpg\x22/\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eOn 11/28, 12/5, 12/12 and 12/19, The Desmond will be hosting a Dickens themed holiday Sunday brunch buffet in Scrimshaw.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eService is from 10:30 am to 1:30\x26#160;pm.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cimg align=\x22middle\x22 src=\x22http://www.desmondhotelsalbany.com/images/eggs.jpg\x22/\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eAdults are $27.95*\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eChildren 4 to 12 are $15.95*\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eChildren 3 and under are free\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eReservations: 518-869-8100\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3ePortion of the Proceeds Benefits:\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cimg src=\x22http://www.desmondhotelsalbany.com/images/center_for_disabilities.jpg\x22/\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e*Tax and gratuity not included.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cimg height=\x2212\x22 width=\x22903\x22 src=\x22http://www.desmondhotelsalbany.com/images/line_across.png\x22/\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a                \x3c/div\x3e\x0a            \x3c/li\x3e\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a\x0a                        \x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3eCelebrate New Year\x26#8217;s Eve at The Desmond\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp\x3e\x3cimg src=\x22http://www.desmondhotelsalbany.com/images/champagne.jpg\x22 align=\x22left\x22 width=\x22100\x22 height=\x22150\x22/\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eThis New Year\u2019s Eve, ring in 2011 in style and dance the night away at The Desmond. \x3c/strong\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3eCheck into the hotel for the weekend grand finale to the year and attend the New Year\u2019s Eve celebration with butler passed hors d\u2019oeuvres in the Fort Orange Courtyard and premium open bar, followed by a four-course dinner and dancing in the Fort Orange Ballroom to the live sounds of\x3cbr/\x3eGrand Central Station. The evening concludes with a balloon drop and champagne toast at 12:00 midnight to the live broadcast of the ball drop from New York City followed by an hour of celebration and dancing.\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x3ca title=\x22Click here to see menu.\x22 href=\x22http://www.desmondhotelsalbany.com/pdf/New%20Years%20Eve%20Menu.pdf\x22 target=\x22_blank\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eClick here to see menu.\x3c/strong\x3e\x3c/a\x3e \x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3eDinner Party for Two with Overnight Accommodations: $499 per couple inclusive of service charges and taxes.\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3eAlso available, Dinner Party Only Reservation: $185 per person inclusive of service charges and taxes. \x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3eMake it a long weekend by adding a second night stay on 1/1/11 for $89 plus tax. \x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eCall 518-869-8100 to make your reservations. \x3c/strong\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cstrong\x3e\x3cimg src=\x22http://www.desmondhotelsalbany.com/images/line_across.png\x22 width=\x22903\x22 height=\x2212\x22/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x3c/strong\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a                \x3c/div\x3e\x0a            \x3c/li\x3e\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a\x0a                        \x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3eIntroducing Sunday Brunch in Scrimshaw, the only AAA Four Diamond-rated Restaurant in the Capital District.\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cbr/\x3eOur award-winning culinary team led by Executive Chef, Michael St. John have exquisitely prepared a delicious Sunday brunch buffet impeccably served in Scrimshaw restaurant.\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cimg height=\x22150\x22 width=\x22450\x22 src=\x22http://www.desmondhotelsalbany.com/images/brunch_1.jpg\x22 align=\x22right\x22/\x3eService is from 10:30 AM until 1:30 PM. \x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e$27.95* for Adults. $15.95* for Children 4 to 12. Free for Children 3 and under.\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x3ca href=\x22http://www.desmondhotelsalbany.com/pdf/brunch_buffet.pdf\x22 target=\x22_blank\x22\x3eClick for Menu\x3c/a\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3eFor reservations, please call 518-869-8100.\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cem\x3e*Tax and gratuity not included.\x3c/em\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cimg height=\x2212\x22 width=\x22903\x22 src=\x22http://www.desmondhotelsalbany.com/images/line_across.png\x22/\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a                \x3c/div\x3e\x0a            \x3c/li\x3e\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a\x0a                        \x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3eScrimshaw at The Desmond Honored with AAA Four Diamond Award\x26reg;\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp\x3e\x3cimg src=\x22http://www.desmondhotelsalbany.com/press/aaa4diamond-logo-thumb.jpg\x22 align=\x22center\x22 height=\x22115\x22 width=\x22125\x22/\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eScrimshaw at The Desmond has been awarded the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Rating for the year 2010. Restaurants at this level offer a distinctive fine-dining experience marked by high-quality ingredients, creative presentation, and attentive service.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eScrimshaw is the only fine dining restaurant in New York State\x26#8217;s Capital Region to be honored with this prestigious award. \x26#8220;What a well deserved honor for our hotel, restaurant and culinary staff to be recognized as a AAA Four Diamond restaurant,\x26#8221; said Michael St. John, Executive Chef. In 2008, The Desmond was also honored with the presentation of the Achievement of Excellence award from The American Culinary Federation in the category of fine dining.\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3eWith its abundant collection of scrimshaw, ship models, and paintings of sailing ships, Scrimshaw Restaurant evokes the grandeur of a sea captain\x26#8217;s home. Fine crystal, elegant flatware, crisp linen and fresh-cut flowers set the stage for a memorable evening. Scrimshaw\x26#8217;s award-winning cuisine features entrees such as Cedar Plank Salmon, Veal Oscar and Steak au Poivre and offers an extensive American and international wine list.\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3eScrimshaw went through a strict evaluation of 12 essential requirements based on member expectations. The Diamond ratings indicate the extensiveness of food, decor, and personal service. \x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x26#8220;We are proud of the commitment to excellence from our accomplished staff. Their desire to exceed guest expectations has been recognized and we will continue to provide the levels of service and quality that provide a distinctive fine-dining experience\x26#8221;, said John D\x26#8217;Adamo, General Manager.\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3eScrimshaw Restaurant is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday at 5:30PM. Reservations are suggested. 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