Twas the night before Christmas at Olenjack's Grille

Arlington's Only Upscale Casual Dining Venue Hosts Christmas Eve Charity Stocking Drive and Family Buffet Benefiting SafeHaven

Arlington, Texas (December 12, 2008) – Chef Brian Olenjack and his team at Olenjack's Grille are holding an unforgettable Christmas Eve charity event complete with a buffet featuring 20 scrumptious entrees, holiday carolers, On-The-Go meals, and a Christmas Stocking Drive benefiting children at SafeHaven of Tarrant County.

More than 50 children on Christmas Day will receive stockings full of toys and books that will be collected at the Olenjack's Christmas Eve event which takes place from 4-8 p.m.

"This is one of my favorite times of the year because it's an opportunity to help others, and to be thankful for the gifts and miracles that we have in our lives," said Chef Olenjack.
"I am grateful for the wonderful support we've had from the community and for the friends we've made since our 2007 opening."

Since its launch, Olenjack's has participated in more than 40 charitable events throughout Dallas/Fort Worth, ranging from food extravaganzas to celebrity cooking events.

At the Olenjack's Christmas Eve event, families are being asked to bring a toy or book for the stocking stuffing. Holiday carolers will also perform for families in attendance. A buffet will be offered at a prix-fixe menu of $30 per adult and $14 per child plus tax and gratuity. The menu includes the following:

Dinner Entrees:
Salads:
Seafood Gumbo with Rice
Coffee & Chile Rubbed Pork Roast
Chicken with a Cranberry Bourbon Sauce
Smoked Brisket
Olenjack's Greens with Tomato Vinaigrette
Grilled Salmon Salad
Chopped Salad with House Dressing
Sides:
Desserts:
Sweet Potatoes with Pecans & Marshmallows
Au Gratin Potatoes
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Macaroni & Cheese
Roasted Vegetables
Green Beans with Pancetta & Onions
Deviled Eggs
Cranberry Apple Crisp
Eggnog Crème Brulee
Chocolate Mousse with Raspberry Jam in Chocolate Cups
White Chocolate and Cran-Strawberry Trifle
Red Velvet Cupcakes

CHRISTMAS EVE GATHERING AT OLENJACK'S GRILLE - ADD ONE

Olenjack's is also offering its On-The-Go meals that can be picked up on Christmas Eve and ready to serve immediately at home. The package, which includes gourmet entrees, vegetables, dessert, and rolls to feed eight people, starts at $130 or a little over $16 per person.

To reserve a spot at the Christmas Eve event or to place an On-The-Go order, call the restaurant at (817) 226-2600.