New Glasgow Lobster Suppers

PEI Savour Food & Wine Show

Mike — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:05:56 +0000

It’s time to kick off the summer season again! You can always tell when summer is just around the corner when it’s time for the Savour Food & Wine Show.

The PEI Restaurant Association organizes this one of a kind event that allows guests to experience Island culinary cuisine at it’s best. Celebrating their 5th year – and only getting better. This years event offers over 45 vendors including a wide variety of favourite Island restaurants (including yours truly) and locally made wine, beer and spirits. With all this how could you possibly go wrong?

It’s a great place to mingle with friends while sampling delicious creations. It also gives guests the opportunity to speak with local restaurateurs and try foods from restaurants you may never had the chance to visit before.

This year we are serving up our homemade seafood chowder loaded with baby clams, haddock and of course Island Lobster. Accompanied by steamed Island Blue Mussels and a taste of our ever addictive and delicious rolls. Our food is simple but in our eyes why dress something up that already tastes so good?

Savour celebrates and promotes the talents of our Island’s Food & Drink artisans. On Thursday May 23rd, come and support your Island by attending this year, and I promise – you won’t regret it!

For tickets and more information please visit www.pe.edining.c/savourindex.asp

The Perfect Gift

Mike — Tue, 07 May 2013 21:08:56 +0000

If you ever find yourself struggling with the thought ” I don’t know what to get so-and-so”. Don’t waste another minute giving yourself a headache.

You can simply drop us an email or pick up the phone and we can put a smile on your face that says. “This is the perfect gift!”

Many people who currently do not live on PEI but have family and friends that do, often call to buy gift certificates for their loved ones. We can either mail these out or hold onto them until those love ones come to eat. Which is the perfect idea, as then you don’t have to be wondering if your valuable purchase will arrive in one piece or on time.

Our gift certificates are rather simple – a symbol of days gone by. No rechargeable gift cards here folks. Just a nice sized piece of card stock that you can personalize yourself(or we can). They are also one size fits all. You purchase it as a meal ticket and the gift-ee can choose if they wish to have our 1lb standard lobster meal or something else from the sea or land upon arrival. If they choose to “upsize” their meal they can also do that upon arrival. If this method is not to your liking we also have monetary value gift certificates available – you choose the amount and we’ll make it happen! All of our gift certificates are good for a year, although I do not believe we’ve ever turned down an expired one to date. But that’s just because we feel that when someone loves you ( or us) enough to buy a gift certificate for a delicious meal it should be honoured no matter what.

Smiles are free so contact us today for yours!

(902)964-2870 or email info@peilobstersuppers.com

First impressions

Erin — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 20:44:42 +0000

Recently we participated in a Job Fair. Standing in a booth for 7 hours isn’t my ideal day but it’s not only a good way to meet potential employees and get your business out there but it’s also a fun place to just people watch. You do ALOT of people watching in 7 hours even if you are not doing it on purpose. This particular event attracts people of all sorts. Students are bused in from local high schools; presumably their first job hunting experience. New immigrants studying English as a second language are there to find employment that will give them not only a pay cheque but also the opportunity to practice their English. University students searching for a summer employment and Mature workers searching for a job that they can picture themselves in for the long run.

Now, with all these different types of potential employees how would we possibly decide who would be a good fit for our business you ask? It’s like they say ” You never get a second chance to make a first impression”. With me ( an avid people watcher) your first impression starts even before we meet. I may have noticed that you dropped off a resume at every booth nearby – this to me says that you don’t really want to work with US but that you just want a job. Any job. Any where. Doing anything. I may have noticed that your teacher has been constantly reminding you to quiet down and stop horsing around. Do I want to hire someone who will behave like this in the workplace?

It was brought to my attention that I was not the only people watcher there that day when a woman approached our booth with a question for us. What do you look for in a first impression and how important is it? She was not a job searcher or a journalist just a grandmother collecting information for her grandson. She had been people watching and was curious how much we read into first impressions.

Personally first impressions mean the world of difference. I like to see people dressed for the occasion - not that I expect high school students to be dressed in a suit and tie but not in sweat pants, shirts with offensive language , and definitely not torn or dirty clothing. Clean and tidy would be nice because that’s how I would want you to appear at work. In a world that so many people are scent sensitive, it still amazes me that some people still pile on the perfume, cologne or smell of the lunch they just ate. There is nothing worse than trying to have a conversation with someone and the only thing you keep thinking about is how do I get this person to leave before I start coughing or sneezing uncontrollably? Or should I offer them a breathe mint? First impressions are memorable, I may not remember your name but if you are positive, confident and have that I can attitude – your face will be engrained in my memory. You don’t have to have alot of experience because we are willing to train. Don’t get me wrong experience makes our job easier but we look for people who are eager to learn and want to do be good at their job.

My advice to job seekers is to make that first impression so memorable that we can’t forget you but for all the right reasons.

QR Code Promotion

Mike — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 14:40:48 +0000

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Valid on all Bar Items except Bottles of Wine or Carafes of Wine.

Thank you for choosing New Glasgow Lobster Suppers for your dining experience!

Employment Opportunities for 2013 season

Erin — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 17:29:22 +0000

Do you have what it takes to be part of the New Glasgow family? That is the first question you need to answer if you are thinking about applying for a position with us. It’s easy to say yes but you should really know what you are getting into before you answer too quickly. We are a seasonal operation, we are open for the season beginning June 1st and close near the middle of October. For many of the staff the month of June only offers part time or casual work, the shifts and hours per shift increase as the summer gets rolling. During the months of July, August and even September the work is plentiful and demanding. Although our hours of operation are only from 4-8:30 at most, the shifts are longer and during that time you are, for lack of a better phrase “working your butt off”. It is a busy operation and on average we feed 500 people a day ! That means that you have to be ready, willing and able to bring your “A” game on a daily basis. We employ upwards to 100 employees each season and believe strongly in communication and team work. If you are not busy we expect you to help your fellow colleges. One day they will repay the favour. We provide On-The-Job training to all of our new employees no matter the position. You will be teamed up with another employee that you will work along side of to learn the ropes. There is also plenty of room to climb the proverbial corporate ladder as well. Many staff ( including myself) started out working on the dishwasher and have since moved into either front end staff or remained behind the scenes preparing our delicious meals. A good number of our staff return year after year, I like to think it’s because we think of our staff as family more so then employees. But no matter the reason our track record speaks for itself. Now that you know alittle bit more and your answer is still YES, just click the link below and check out the positions we have available for the upcoming season!

Click Here for Employment Opportunities

Spooktacular Spaghetti Supper!

Erin — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 15:22:46 +0000

Well, even though we are closed for the season and we have no more lobsters to serve there is still excitement happening at the hall next week! We have joined forces with the members of Gulf Shore Consolidated Band and their parents to create a new fundraiser. In the past they have had a Traditional Haunted Woods in St. Anne’s. As this was a very weather dependent & sometimes too scary for all ages this year they have created a yummy alternative.

On Friday October 26th the Band students from Gulf Shore Consolidated are holding their first ever Spooktacular Spaghetti Supper fundraiser! Your Halloween themed dinner includes; Spaghetti and meatballs, Caesar salad, Garlic Bread, Dessert and Beverage and will be served to you by the Grade 9 members of the Band wearing their best Halloween costumes. In our lower dining room, the younger members of the Band will have Halloween fun and games set up for the whole family to enjoy. So why not make a night of it and come down to New Glasgow for an evening of delicious food and fun? And feel free to wear your costume too!

Doors open at 5pm Tickets are $10 for Adults, $5 for kids (12 and under) in advance or $12 and $5 at the door. Band members will be selling tickets or you can reserve them by emailing ktmaclaine@edu.pe.ca

Weddings and Special Occassions

Mike — Sun, 30 Sep 2012 17:29:32 +0000

The 2012 Bridal and Special Occasion Trade Show, presented by The Wedding Place at the Charlottetown Civic Centre – yes that is how I am spending my Sunday afternoon. No I’m not getting married ( one husband is enough for me!)

Many people have enjoyed a dinner with us at one point or another. Perhaps a special gathering for a birthday, a family member visiting the Island or just a night out with your friends. Whatever the occasion- we’re here to serve you!

We are a fully equipped facility that can cater to a wide range of groups. If it’s a private function you are looking to host, perhaps you would like to take a look at our lower level Glasgow room which includes private entrance, bar and bathroom facilities. We offer not only a sit down dinner but also a reception style buffet with an endless amount of options to tempt your taste buds. If you are looking to enjoy a traditional lobster dinner served the Island way perhaps you would like to dine in our Clyde room surrounded by other excited food connoisseurs like yourself.

Wedding Rehearsals, Family Reunions, Anniversary parties -No matter what the occasion is, why not allow us make your day a memorable one by making your 2013 reservation today.

Go Casual for kids!

Erin — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 16:42:43 +0000

If you choose to visit us this Wednesday (September 12th) You may notice that our staff may be alittle under dressed than usual. This is because Wednesday is Miracle Jeans day for The Children’s Miracle Network! Our employees will be wearing jeans that day in support of The IWK. All employees wishing to participate will be donating a minimum of $5 and will be given a sticker to show their support. If you’d like to show your support and donate with us – we will have a donation jar available for you to do so. All money raised will be donated to The IWK. These donations help fund research, purchase much needed new equipment and most of all help those children who need it the most.

2012 Fall Flavours Event

Erin — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 13:51:09 +0000

Come join us for our Original Lobster Supper Dinner and Dance on Wednesday September 26th! Step back in time and enjoy our lobster dinner the way it began in 1958. Our first lobster dinner was served as a fundraiser for the New Glasgow and District Junior Farmers Organization. The building had no kitchen and no on site wash room facilities. All the food was prepared elsewhere and brought on site. The first customers had to wait in their car as temporary steps were constructed for them to enter the building. Inside, the bare studs of the walls were showing, the tables were plywood doors which were laid flat on saw horses and the seats were long benches. Along with this country atmosphere was the simplicity of the meal, a cold lobster, homemade rolls and potato salad as well as fresh desserts; served by the Junior Farmers. The meal was followed by a dance. Sounds like a wonderful evening at a reasonable price of $1.50 per person with all $260 dollars raised going to the Junior Farmers Group. We’ve come along way in 54 years – we now provide indoor plumbing ! And no tables of plywood or bare studs showing. But plenty of things haven’t changed. We have always strived to provide the freshest product available and the highest level of Island hospitality.We pride ourselves in giving back to the community and this event is no different. A portion of all ticket sales will go to the local 4H Club.

Come relax in our Glasgow Room and enjoy our fresh food and entertainment with local musicians

Ten Strings and a Goat Skin (www.tenstringsandagoatskin.com) during your meal and join in for a dance following dinner.

Menu includes Hot from the oven homemade rolls

PEI potato salad with sliced cucumber, tomato and jello (an old favourite)

Fresh 1lb lobster (served hot or cold – your choice) or (alternative chicken surpreme)

Choice of homemade pies including our famous “Mile High Lemon Meringue”

Wash it all down with a bottomless cup of brewed tea or coffee

Time: 6:00-9:00pm

Location: New Glasgow Lobster Suppers, New Glasgow Admission: $37.44 Limited tickets available please purchase on-line at The Box office.

32nd Annual New Glasgow Terry Fox Run

Erin — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 13:51:52 +0000

When you think of cancer research, the first name that pops into your head is probably Terry Fox. His Marathon of hope which he began in 1980 has continued to grow and has raised millions of dollars for cancer research. Now in it’s 32nd year we are honoured to have been involved with Terry’s vision since it’s conception.

On Sunday, September 16th join us in our 32nd year. Walk, Run, Bike or take the kids in the stroller on our 10km circle around the Community of New Glasgow. Registration and collection begins at 10am and all participants are invited to enjoy a free corn boil lunch following the run.

Pledge Sheets are available in The Giftshop here at The lobster suppers or you can collect sponsors online at http://www.terryfox.org/Run/

Take some time off and join us, because cancer has touched each and every one of us in one way or another. Help us in our goal to raise money and awareness for cancer research on September 16th.