The Terrace Hotel Grille
Lakeland, Florida

Culinary and Classical Reflections on Lake Mirror
Part 4

by Martha Hollis and Anthony Scaggs

Be sure to leave a little room for the deserts crafted in-house: warm apple crisp with vanilla ice cream; the creative Key lime mascarpone napoleon with vanilla tuile (cleverly done in squares) with strawberry jus; and seasonal crème brulee.

The open kitchen permits guests to actually take a peak at the intricacies of a highly efficient kitchen in operation. The mise en place, is particularly well structured, as is the placement of the equipment. As plates must issue forth at a steady pace during peak operations, such efficiency is mandatory. It is a treat to watch pro's creating culinary art. Compare that to what can be done in a home kitchen and you will continue dining out more frequently--especially at the Terrace Grille.

Guests at the Terrace Hotel have the option of remaining in their well-appointed quarters (especially if they are computer-attached to the in-room LAN or enjoying a sporting event on the television). Those overlooking Lake Mirror and nearby terraced Hollis garden might enjoy a quiet escape from the world with an elegant private dinner or even a sumptuous breakfast of Belgian waffles with warm hazelnut and bananas flambé or classic eggs benedict.

Whether dining in the Grille or in your room, be prepared for a delightful culinary experience of classic proportions with matching service.

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Terrace Hotel Grille
329 East Main St.
Lakeland, FL 33801-5046
Telephone: (863) 688-0800
Fax: (863) 688-0664
Toll Free: (888) 644-8400
Breakfast 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Entrees $7-$10
Lunch 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Entrees $8-$12
Dinner 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Entrees $17-$30
www.terracehotel.com

Central Florida Visitors and Convention Bureau
P.O. Box 8040
Cypress Gardens, FL 33884
Tel: 863-298-7565
Fax: 863-298-7564
www.sunsational.org