Facebook Fan Fridays

Did you know that Cork's loves to stay social? You betcha! If you haven't already, you should check us out on Facebook and twitter for updates on specials, contests, menu features, and more. 

        

Plus, every Friday is Facebook Fan Friday where you get half off your lunch from 11a.m. to 4p.m. just for "liking" our Facebook page.

So, what are you waiting for? Like Cork's page on Facebook and follow us on twitter to start staying in the know on all things Cork's. We've got some exciting things planned for this summer, and you know you don't want to miss out!

Music in Mears

WooHoo! The annual extravaganza that is Music in Mears starts up again in less than a month, and we're pretty excited.

Featuring local live music in Mears Park, right in the heart of downtown St. Paul is only a portion of the fun. Music in Mears also plays great movies on select Thursdays during the summer. Beginning on June 9, this summer's line-up runs through August 25, 2011, and is held most Thursdays with the music from 6-9pm each night.

Here at Cork's, we love that Music in Mears coincides with our own Wine & Music Lover Thursdays. We figure, you can easily enjoy the beginning of the Music in Mears act and then follow-up with a great bottle of wine at half price and another live music set to round out your evening.

We'll try to keep you posted with the line up when it gets released; otherwise, stay tuned, and follow Music in Mears on  Facebook for the most up to date information.

Happy Listening!

Introducing Chef Nate

We're so excited about our new chef, Chef Nate, so we decided to give him a formal, blog-worthy introduction!

Chef Nate at Easter Brunch

Hailing from Hibbing, Chef Nate could quite possibly be to Cork's, what Bob Dylan is to folk music. (Exciting, right?)

Chef Nate received his culinary training at Le Cordon Bleu, where he met his fiancée, Nicole. Nate graduated in 2005, and went on to work at The Naniboujou Lodge and Restaurant in beautiful Grand Marais and most recently the 8th Street Grill in Minneapolis.

In his spare time, Chef Nate enjoys spending time with Nicole and their two young children, enjoying great food as a family!

Stop in and see what Chef Nate is bringing to the table (literally) at Cork's. Feel free to say hi to him at Mother's Day Brunch on Sunday as well!

Mother's Day Brunch

Don't make Mom cook (or clean up for that matter) on her big day! Treat her to a feast and bring her down to Cork's for a fabulous Mother's Day Brunch!

Prices are as follows: $28.95 for adults, $12.95 for kids 4-10, and FREE for children 3 and under. 

Secure your reservations by calling Cork's at 651-224-5111.

What's Your Type?

This Thursday, April 21, Twin Cities Originals (TCO) member restaurants, Cork's included, will be a proud partner of the 7th Annual Memorial Blood Centers' What's Your Type? Benefit Event. 

Besides all of the great food and beverages from your favorite TCO Restaurants, there will be live music, drawings and raffles, an exciting auction, and more! All benefits from the event will go directly to Memorial Blood Centers' cancer care programs. 

If you're interested in coming out and having fun for such a great cause, tickets are $75 and include two complimentary drinks. ($50 from each ticket is tax deductible). To purchase your tickets, call 651-332-7266 or purchase online. We hope to see you there!

Do good. Have Fun. Make a difference!

Cork's Easter Brunch

Join us on Easter Sunday for a brunch of epically delicious proportions! We'll be serving up all of your breakfast and lunch favorites from 10am to 2pm.

Complimentary Beverages

Champagne, Mimosas, Juice, Tea, Coffee

Entrées

Chef-carved Prime Rib & Ham

Roasted Herb Crusted Leg of Lamb

Bruschetta Grilled Chicken with a Balsamic Glaze

Atlantic Salmon broiled with a Citrus Relish over Napa Cabbage

Roasted Pork Loin topped with a Dijon Mustard Sauce

Sides

Green Bean Medley, Wild Rice Pilaf, Vegetable Alfredo, 

Roasted Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Gravy

Breakfast Items

Eggs Benedict

Cooked to Order Omelets

Build your own Waffle Station with assorted toppings

Scrambled Eggs with Cheddar and Chives

Bacon, Sausage, and Potatoes O'Brien

Fresh Assorted Pastries

Soups & Salads

Minnesota Wild Rice Soup, French Onion Soup

Seafood Platter with Smoked Fish and Shrimp Cocktail

Assorted Cheese Platter and Fresh Sliced Fruit Tray

Mixed Green Salad, Caesar Salad, Mediterranean Salad

Pasta Salad, Potato Salad, Coleslaw

Fresh Baked Bread and Rolls

Dessert

Cascading Chocolate Fountain 

Assorted Pies and Cakes

Cookies and Easter Candy

Jelly Bean Patch

Brunch prices are $28.95 for adults and $12.95 for children from 3 to 12 years old. To make your family's reservation, please contact Cork's at 651.224.5111.

Crème Brûlée for Cancer

In partnership with the Minnesota Swarm's efforts with the Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund, Cork's will be donating 100% of the proceeds from sales of our Crème Brûlée dessert to the fund for the entire month of April.

The Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund is in its eighth year of funding cancer-oriented and community projects within Minnesota. Their mission stands, "To support research, prevention, treatment and other needs of the cancer community throughout the State of Minnesota."

Randy Shaver, the Sports Director at KARE-11 started his foray into charitable fundraising with the annual Celebrity Golf Classic event in 1995. Then, after being diagnosed with Stage IV Hodgkin's Disease three years later, Shaver decided to take his fight to the next level. Now in remission, he works diligently to ensure that the fund remains an efficient steward of charitable resources in the fight against cancer. Boasting an administrative margin of less than 10%, over 90% of monies donated go directly to Minnesota's cancer community.

This month, we hope you'll join us in the fight against cancer by saving room for dessert!