Dining at The Quitman Lounge

The Food & Beverage team at Monmouth Plantation just released a new menu for The Quitman Study.

The Study menu will be available nightly to order from the study, lounge, courtyard or even guest rooms. Dining in the study is casual and delicious. Take a look at our menu, and feel free to drop by for yummy drinks & dishes!

Click for The Quitman Study Menu!

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Brunch Update

>>>Update on Sunday Brunches at Monmouth<<<

-Brunch will be served every Sunday from 10:30am to 2:30pm

-The menu will change weekly

-Click for the January 3, 2010 menu

-The following brunch cocktails are available for $4 each:

-Bloody Mary’s

-Mimosas

-Milk Punch

Sunday Jazz Brunches

Each Sunday morning, Beginning January 3rd, join us in the Main House from 10:30am to 2:30pm for a delicious Sunday Jazz Brunch! In addition to a weekly a la carte menu, a Bloody Mary buffet will be available as well. Seating options will include the main house and our heated courtyard. Reservations suggested - walk-ins welcome! 601.442.5852 or 800.828.4531

Christmas Dinner at Monmouth!

Begin a new holiday tradition with Christmas Dinner at Monmouth.

Enjoy all of your favorite holiday foods at Monmouth’s Christmas buffet. Call today to make your reservation 601.442.5852 or 800.828.4531

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Guest Review (From Facebook)

Q. The best feature at Monmouth Plantation is... (you fill in the blank!)

A. Best???? Well I enjoyed the hammock for a coupla' of hours but before the hammock I wandered up to the main house and somebody in the kitchen went out of his way to serve me a cup of coffee in the tranquil courtyard-thanks whoever you are- and just before the cup of coffee, my wife and I enjoyed a leisurely stroll about the grounds right after we had lounged in our robes like we had the whole place to ourselves prior to awaking after a very restful night on a very comfortable bed which we had climbed into after taking a nice long relaxing bath after a superb dinner in 1818. In retrospect... just being is best at Monmouth.

-Daniel Doyle (Houston, TX)

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HEARTS COME HOME TO MONMOUTH FOR CHRISTMAS

Come celebrate the most joyous season of the year at Monmouth Plantation, where Old World style and tradition meets Southern hospitality at its gracious best.

Make plans to come to Monmouth over the holiday season (now through January 7)! We are offering a special Christmas Package for the Hotel, Wednesday Wine Dinners, self-guided evening Garden Tours across 26 acres of gardens covered with thousands of tiny white lights, and much more! Drop by our website for complete details! Also, remember the Monmouth Gift Shop for that special someone on your shopping list! The shop is open 7 days a week from 8am to 8pm!

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Fall Menu from 1818!

Brisk mornings and shorter days alert us to the arrival of Fall at Monmouth Plantation! To celebrate the season, the Chef team at Monmouth has released a brand new Fall Menu for the 1818 restaurant.

Don't miss out on this amazing seasonal menu. 1818 is open seven days a week with reservations from 5:30-9:30 nightly. Bring your spouse or friends for an outstanding dining experience at Monmouth Plantation.

Click to view the printable 1818 Fall Menu!

Dinner Tonight!

The guests having dinner at Monmouth Plantation this evening will be fortunate to experience an amazing meal prepared by our award winning chef team lead by Executive Chef Scott Varnedoe! Below is a list of some of the specials that are on the 1818 menu for tonight: October 18, 2009.

Appetizer

Pork Tenderloin, with a white bean ragout, fried okra, and black berry gastrique

Soup

Cauliflour Puree, with red pepper preserves (Heart Healthy)

Entrees

Ruby Red Trout, with pecan and sage barley risotto, sautéed spinach, mushroom broth, and shallot pickles (Heart Healthy)

Duck Breast, with mushroom ragout, gouda grits, and charred green onion pickles

Desserts

White Chocolate Bread Pudding with sage braised blackberries and rum cream

Flourless Chocolate Cake topped with café brulot foam and orange, vanilla poppy seed geleé, and vanilla ice cream

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Celebrate at Monmouth Plantation!

Are you or your loved one celebrating a birthday or anniversary soon? Make it extra special and celebrate at Monmouth Plantation! We always are honored to be the location for your special evening out. Please let us know if it is your birthday or anniversary, and we would like to give the honored guest a complementary dessert and a split of champagne at dinner!

…Because there is always a reason to celebrate at Monmouth Plantation!

Monmouth to offer "Lean & Green" specials!

Lean & Green Specials~
Each evening Monmouth will feature special "Lean and Green" selections with a focus on healthy eating. These specials will consist of an enticing array of seafood, green vegetables and exotic whole grains. Join me in making Natchez a lean, green, healthy machine. Dine at Monmouth Plantation- better eating for better living. Call today for reservations (601)442-5852 or (800)828-4531

Scott Varnedoe
Executive Chef
Monmouth Plantation

Vote for 1818 on Urbanspoon!

Have you enjoyed 1818 at Monmouth Plantation or the Chef's Table? Give us a vote on Urbanspoon!

Thanks!!

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The Chef's Table

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New Executive Chef - Formal Press Release

As mentioned a blog or two ago, Monmouth is excited to have Chef Scott Varnedoe on staff with us now. Below is the link to the formal press release issued on Friday, July 23, 2009.

View the Press Release

Make plans to dine with us soon!

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1818 at Monmouth Plantation - Menu Update!

Take a look at the Current 1818 Menu!

Reservations can be made between 6-10pm each night.
Please call 601.442.5852 or 800.828.4531 for reservations
For more information visit our website: MonmouthPlantation.com

Introducing Executive Chef Scott Varnedoe

Scott Varnedoe

Monmouth Plantation is delighted to announce our new Executive Chef Scott Varnedoe. We are excited about our brand new 1818 menu developed by Chef Scott and our wonderful Chef’s Table dining experience. Also, we are pleased to announce our new Sous Chef Adrian Keith. Make plans to dine at Monmouth soon and meet our new Chef Team!

Call for reservations 800.828.4531 or 601.442.5852
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Monmouth's Kitchen & Restaurant Grand Reopening!

Guest Comment Card

Accommodations--Cleanliness :Superior
Accommodations--Attractiveness :Superior
Breakfast : Superior
Staff : Superior
Tour : Superior
Dinner : Superior

What pleased you most during your recent visit?

Everything pleased us about Monmouth Plantation. The rooms were magnificent. Dining at 1818 amazing. The grounds were absolutely lovely and we will be back!
Thank you so very much!

Leslie & Jerry G.
Escondido, CA

Monmouth Plantation listed in Condé Nast Traveler's Gold List

2009 Come celebrate this honor with us! Monmouth Plantation is one of only two hotels in the state of Mississippi to receive this prestigious honor. At Monmouth, our goal is to provide the best guest experience possible in our hotel and restaurant. We want you to come celebrate this honor with us at Monmouth. For the month of February we are offering a celebration room rate of $150/night when you make dinner reservations with your hotel reservation.

We now offer two dining options in the Antebellum Mansion nightly.

Chef's Table Dining

The five-course Chef's Table menu is written each morning by our executive chef. There is one seating of dinner each evening at 6:30. A starter, salad, sorbet, entrée, and dessert make up the five courses.

1818 at Monmouth Plantation

The a la carte restaurant opens at 6:00 each evening. The menu offers numerous appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, and desserts. Seating options in the 1818 restaurant are customizable to fit the need of the guest.

Make your reservations today - 800.828.4531 or 601.442.5852 or MonmouthPlantation.com

Valentine's 2009 - Special Menu!

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Our Chefs' have prepared a special 1818 Valentines menu available February 13-15. Call for reservations 800.828.4531 or 601.442.5852.

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5 Reasons to visit Monmouth Plantation

There are many reasons to come to Monmouth Plantation. Below I have listed five that come to mind. Feel free to post comments with your opinions and other reasons that you visit.

1. Historic Significance
A visit to Monmouth is a step back in time. Built in 1818, owned by Mississippi Governor and Mexican War hero John Quitman, Monmouth Plantation has a rich and unique history. When you stay at Monmouth enjoy a guided tour in the Mansion at no additional cost to you. Wander pebble paths under centuries old oaks and see the family cemetery of the house builder John Hankinson.

2. Luxurious Atmosphere
Natchez’ only AAA Four Diamond Hotel and the only Small Luxury Hotel of the World in Mississippi, Monmouth is the only choice for a truly luxurious experience. Beautifully appointed rooms and suites with all the modern conveniences welcome guests for the night. Wireless Internet, Jacuzzis and fireplaces add to the comfort of the guest rooms.

3. World Class dining
Wonderful cuisine prepared by a team of talented chefs, is available nightly in the Antebellum Mansion. The Chef’s Table meal served at the dining room table has a menu that changes daily. Also offered in the Parlors of the Main House is an a la carte dining option called “1818 at Monmouth plantation.” Both dining options are open to the public seven days a week.

4. Beautiful Grounds
Monmouth Plantation sits on a twenty-six acre estate. The grounds are meticulously maintained by a talented grounds crew. There is something blooming in the gardens year round. The apex of the gardens is in the Spring when the Azaleas are blooming. There are also two ponds on the grounds, a walking trail, a gazebo, a wisteria pergola, hammocks, and many other features you must see for yourself!

5. The City of Natchez
The City of Natchez founded in 1716 is the oldest city along the Mississippi River. The city sits high on a bluff overlooking the river and the state of Louisiana. Natchez boasts more antebellum structures (built before the civil war) than any other city in the South! Many of these homes have been restored to the antebellum period and are open daily for tours. Dining, gaming, and shopping are also available in the city.

Enjoy 1818 at Monmouth Plantation

Monmouth’s new restaurant “1818” boasts a fantastic menu with a variety of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts. One of the favorite entrées is the “Black Top” steak.

The Black Top is a fourteen ounce blackened Ribeye topped with jumbo lump crabmeat and Tabasco hollandaise sautéed baby spinach and roasted new potatoes

If you have not had a chance to dine at Monmouth yet - make your reservations today! If you have been a guest of ours, we look forward to seeing you again soon.

Post a comment and let us know what you think about dining at Monmouth Plantation!