Residents from Ariel provided more than 30 percent of the diners at Wheelhouse in late September.
The last summer dinner for Ariel’s residents was held in late September at Wheelhouse Grill. As was the case in the three earlier summer dinners, residents turned out in force both to get together and to support the staff who work hard year-round at The Landings.
Holding summer dinners for Ariel residents began three years ago as a way to encourage owners to use the restaurant facilities at The Landings during the slower months. With seasonal residents away, the bartenders and wait staff earn far less during the summer months. They appreciate our efforts to keep them busy.
Another advantage of these dinners is that it gives new residents a chance to meet their neighbors in an informal setting. People move to Southwest Florida from all over the country, especially from Midwestern states. In many instances, they come here without knowing anyone and these dinners provide a no-stress way to meet people who may become friends. Also, it’s always fun for the chefs in the family to have someone else do the cooking and cleaning after meals are served!
These evenings are so successful that people are already looking forward to next year’s summer dinners that will begin in late June and continue monthly through September.
