Wine Tasting
Working in the corporate office at Firebirds sometimes has its perks. Our resident wine expert, Gerald Pusinelli along with Executive Chef Steve Sturm set the stage for an enjoyable afternoon of wine tasting for our home office team. Gerald gave us the rundown on what sets some of these wines apart.
Several bottles were brought in from around the world including The Seeker, Firebirds current wine feature. The home office team was quite excited about The Seeker Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 which is from Chile.
The grapes are hand-picked and selected in Chile’s Colchagua and Maip Valleys. The 17 year old vineyards are planted in clay and alluvial soils. A dry climate and proximity to the Andes produce wide temperature swings, maintaining the grapes’ acidity levels while encouraging full flavor ripening.
The Seeker Chardonnay 2010 grapes are from the cool-climate growing regions of California, from the Central Coast to the Delta Region of the Sacramento River. The variety of vineyards and growing areas provide a tapestry of flavor, together creating a balanced, complex and harmonious wine. The blend is produced in a family-owned winery with state-of-art solar and water conservation technology. The grapes are harvested during the cooler night and morning hours to highlight the crisp citrus flavor. Enjoy The Seeker Wines now for a limited time. Great Wine Knows No Borders!
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The Seeker-An Adventure Awaits!
Wine is an adventure. This statement is absolutely true to every wine enthusiast. So many types of grapes from so many different countries makes drinking wine a limitless adventure for your taste buds. Seek beyond the borders with The Seeker Wines, available at Firebirds now for a limited time.
The Seeker Cabernet:
- Discovered and hand picked in Chile’s Colchagua and Maipo Valleys, The Seeker Cabernet comes to us with aromas of fresh fruit and vanilla, loaded with flavors of ripe and juicy black fruit, combined with creamy tannins.
- Beautiful structure and texture framed with touches of chocolate and toffee from the oak aging.
- Firebirds menu has several options for pairing this stealthy, silky wine.
The Seeker Chardonnay:
- The Seeker Chardonnay grapes were discovered in a cool-climate growing regions of California, from the Central Coast to the Delta Region of the Sacramento River.
- Light scents of citrus and floral. Flavors of ripe pineapple, golden apple and Anjou pear are balanced by citrus notes and a smooth, creamy finish.
- Perfectly paired with Firebirds Chicken Pasta, Cilantro-Grilled Chicken Breast and a host of other Firebirds lunch or dinner menu items.
Let the adventure begin at Firebirds!
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Graduation Dinner!
“You have brains in your head.
You have feet in your shoes.
You can steer yourself in any direction you choose.
You’re on your own. And you know what you know.
You are the guy (or gal) who’ll decide where to go.” ~ Dr. Seuss
~ You’re off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your Firebirds is waiting, come see us today!
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Strawberry Shortcake
Summertime is the perfect time to enjoy fresh strawberries. Want to learn how to make the perfect strawberry inspired dessert? Join Chef Steve as he demonstrates how to make Firebirds Strawberry Shortcake. This yummy dessert is available on our Spring Feature Card and features homemade shortcake topped with vanilla bean ice cream and vanilla marinated strawberries. Enjoy at your next bbq bash!
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Sante Fe Pasta
Welcome to the Firebirds Food Network! Tune in and watch Chef Steve demonstrate how to make Sante Fe Pasta, available for a limited time on our Spring Feature Card. Come in and enjoy it with us, or maybe dad can put on a Chef’s hat at home (Mother’s Day is THIS SUNDAY) and whip up some for his lovely wife. Sauteed shrimp and scallops are tossed with chorizo, diced tomatoes and fettuccine in a chardonnay cream sauce. Enjoy a little love pasta this weekend!
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Behind the Scenes with Chef Steve
Our Spring Feature Card will be making its debut soon! We are so excited about the new recipes and will be sharing them with you along with video instruction starring our very own Chef, Steven Sturm. Check out these behind the scenes photos of Chef Steve filming the recipe segments.
Stay tuned!
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GO, Team Chadds Ford, GO!
Team Chadds Ford cheered each other on at their 1st ever FISH! meeting last week.
The trainers held a “pep rally” to get everyone fired up. Nothing gets people fired up like a good old fashioned relay race! How quickly can you get dressed in FOH and BOH attire, roll up silverware, make a turkey club and scoop butter?
Our awesome Chadds Ford employees raced to the finish and won some great prizes, including Phillies tickets and 2 very cool outdoor chairs with matching umbrellas, all while learning the 4 principles of the FISH! Philosophy.
Congratulations to our newest certified trainers Mallery, Jess, Sam, Memo and Geoff! GO Team Chadds Ford GO!
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Scenes from The City of Brotherly LOVE!
Since opening our doors on April 2, 2012, a mere three weeks ago, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill in Collegeville, PA has been setting records one day at a time! At Firebirds we take pride in our food, but most importantly our awesome employees. Jason Kording and his team in Collegeville are committed to the growth and development of Firebirds, which is one of the most important ingredients for Firebirds success. Take a look at some of the committed employees in Collegeville who are working hard to bring you the service and hospitatility that comes along with the “Firebirds” name!
- Lizzy Lopez has a smile that lights up a room. Her positive “can do” attitude is infectious. She seems to be waiting in every corner with a hand up in the air waiting to “High Five” anyone that may need a quick pick me up
- Eric Aranda is our ALL STAR Guest Assistant. He receives guest compliments daily on his natural hospitality and polite demeanor. He never stops moving with a sense of urgency and is a natural people pleaser.
- Michelle Vo.. At 4 feet 8 inches tall, Michelle is a GIANT when it comes to her heart. She has taken on the role of matriarch within the new Collegeville restaurant. She is consistently coaching the less experienced staff offering advice and wisdom. We are lucky to have her at our 21st location!
A very busy Saturday night in Collegeville, PA doesn’t stop these gorgeous girls from keeping smiles on their faces
Let’s not forget the BOH!
Consider joining Jason and his winning team in Collegeville, PA. Download an application from our website and apply in person between 2pm-4pm daily!
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Spotlight on Firebirds Awesome Employees
At Firebirds, we think that we have the best employees in the restaurant industry. Our awesome employees are accomplishing great things from the East Coast to the West. Nick Hodges from Raleigh, NC is now a Certified Butcher!
Our Richmond, VA Belvedere employees are kicking it up notch with over 11 new Certified Trainers and one new “Red Hat!”
Trey Witherow takes pride in his new “Red Hat!”
Nate Buchannan our Managing Partner in Durham, NC has successfully completed all of his online Spirits Courses. Cheers to you Nate!
Katie Bickell, Geri Austein and Ericka Blitstein all received High Five pins for a dynamite job at the hostess desk in Tucson, AZ!
Also out West , we’d like to give a shout out to Team Tucson who attended a Salesmanship Meeting to take their job to the next level!
If you or someone you know is considering a rewarding career in the restaurant industry, take a look at Firebirds; where hospitality is our mentality! Download an application from our website and apply in person at your local Firebirds.
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Mother’s Day 2012
Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Did you know that we open at 10am on Sunday, May 13th? 
