JAN 2016 – Member Profile – Bon Appetit provides the finest dining on campus

1 Bon Appettie

Bon Appétit Management Company is an onsite restaurant company that provides café and catering services to corporations, colleges and universities, and specialty venues. We have over 400 locations in 29 states.

The dream is to be the premier onsite restaurant company known for its culinary expertise and commitment to socially responsible practices.

They are a culture driven to create food that is alive with flavor and nutrition, prepared from scratch using authentic ingredients. We do this in a socially responsible manner for the wellbeing of our guests, communities and the environment.

The kitchen philosophy is simple. We cook from scratch using fresh, authentic ingredients. They start with food in its simplest, most natural form. They purchase local and seasonal products and they make their food alive with flavor and nutrition.

They care about their guests. They care about what they like and they care about their health. Fresh ingredients used in the kitchens are complemented with cooking techniques that preserve nutrition and produce healthy dishes. Their ethnic programs are crafted using hands-on research with real people in real kitchens. The flavors are real and they are authentic.

Bon Appetit is a premier caterer in the Redlands area.  They have gained their reputation by preparing delicious food that is cooked from scratch using fresh seasonal ingredients, taking their role in the community seriously, making socially responsible purchasing decisions, and participating in the “Slow Foods” movement in Redlands and throughout the nation.

Bon Appetit specializes in all types of events, from quaint get-togethers to major productions and banquets serving thousands of people for themed extravaganzas.  Fine catering and creativity are the benchmarks of their service.

Bon Appetit blends a tradition of creative planning and consistent event execution that brings satisfaction to all who experience their exquisite cuisine.

To learn more about the catering services offered by Bon Appetit, please send an email or call 909-748-8970.

 

DEC 2015 – Chamber Encourages Shopping in Redlands

 

shop redlandsChamber encourages shopping in Redlands during holiday season

Keeping tax dollars in town is an important part of the equation when talking about the city’s financial well-being, but more importantly shopping locally supports the local businesses, helps retain jobs, and circulates dollars in the community.

Small businesses employ local people local people. They support local charities and offer personal services. Local businesses patronizes local businesses, they join local service clubs and support local athletic programs.

You really can find almost anything you need here in Redlands.

We have:

  • Retail and wholesale
  • Restaurants and caterers
  • Printers, writers and designers
  • Gift shops, ice cream and toy stores
  • Bike shops and car dealers
  • Home improvement stores and maintenance servers
  • Photographers, artisans and musicians
  • Pet stores and services
  • Gourmet food and wine
  • Personal and professional services

So before you make a purchase ask yourself if you can Shop Redlands first.

DEC 2015 – President’s article by President Jill Riley

Redlands Chamber of Commerce Jill Riley President

I recently went to a ribbon cutting ceremony on State Street. I took my grandson with me and we walked down State Street after. I thought about all the great memories I have growing up and living in this beautiful town.

When I was little my mom would take me down to State Street to shop and then to the Goodie Shop for a treat. I took my three girls to State Street when they were younger as well, where they enjoyed the same kind of memories.

I have lived in Redlands for over 40 years and although it has grown I still feel that small town heritage is alive and thriving. I enjoy the traditions I have developed with my family and all the great memories we have made in Redlands.

I’m proud to be a business owner in this city. As I start my holiday shopping I will Shop Redlands first. I hope you will all join me in helping our local businesses be successful.

From me and my entire family I wish you all a wonderful holiday season and remind you to enjoy time spent with your loved ones.

DEC 2015 – 2016 Officers announced

Chamber President announces officers for 2016Todd Underwood

 One hundred and twenty years ago Redlands business leaders joined forces at the Board of Trade and set a path for a strong, healthy, and prosperous business community and today’s business leaders are still at it. The Redlands Chamber of Commerce still provides a service for local business and professional men and women looking to improve their business and build a better community.

To assist in directing the organization to accomplish the mission to serve its members to act as an advocate of business throughout the greater Redlands area, the President enlists the help of a cabinet of officers. This year those officers willing to give of their time and talent include; Todd Underwood, Allstate Insurance, President Elect, Treasurer, Mike Limon, Storage West, Mike Hokana, Office Solutions Inc., and Daney Bachiu, Redlands Blueprint and Commercial Printing.

 

DEC 2015 – Chamber announces Installation Dinner

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Chamber Announces Installation Dinner and Awards Ceremony

The Redlands Chamber of Commerce will present new directors and welcome new officers to the organization, Wednesday, January 14. 2016, 6:00 PM at the Casa Loma Room, at the University of Redlands

Immediately following the installation of directors and officers, guests will be treated to the announcement of the prestigious Man and Woman of the Year Awards and Police and Firefighter of the Year Awards. Each year those receiving the awards will join the ranks of extraordinary men and women who have gone before them and given generously of their time and talent to make Redlands a better place. The announcement of the winners of these esteemed awards are highly anticipated every year and kept secret until the night of the ceremony creating an air of excitement each year.

Tickets to the event are limited and reservations are necessary, $50 per person. To make your reservations or for more information about the event call the chamber office at 793-2546.

DEC 2015 – Member Profile – The Old Spaghetti Factory

The Old Spaghetti Factory serves the pasta with smileOld Spaghetti factory

For nearly 50 years the Dussin family has shared their love of spaghetti, tradition and good company with millions of Old Spaghetti Factory guests across America. The first Old Spaghetti Factory restaurant was opened in Portland Oregon on January 10, 1969. The family knew that honesty, dignity, respect, hard work and guest satisfaction were the recipe for dining success.

A meal at The Old Spaghetti Factory is an experience. The team invests meticulous attention to the décor, so guests fell as though they’re stepping into another world. Every location is adorned with antique lighting, intricate stained glass displays and an old-fashioned trolley car that doubles as a dining hall.

Nearly every item on The Old Spaghetti Factory’s menu is made on-site, from scratch using fresh ingredients. Unlike most restaurants, when you order your entrees, they serve you a complete meal, including bread, soup or salad, and dessert. With the famous kid’s menu, special treats and fun activities they encourage families to feel at home in their restaurants.

The Old Spaghetti Factory is still family owned and operated and they welcome your family to join theirs for a memorable dining experience.

A favorite on the menu everywhere is Mizithra.  Mizithra (Mi-zee-thra) is a traditional Greek whey cheese that has been enjoyed in Greece for thousands of years.  Mizithra is manufactured from milk and whey derived from sheep, goats, cows or mixtures of milks. The Old Spaghetti Factory imports over 200,000 lbs of Mizithra cheese a year.  The recipe for the distinctive blend has remained unchanged since our opening in 1969, making spaghetti with Mizithra Cheese and Browned Butter our most popular dish.

Lunch, dinner, kids menus, senior menus, banquet facilities, and a full bar make The Old Spaghetti Factory the perfect family stop.  Located at 635 Industrial Park Ave. Redlands, call The Old Spaghetti Factory for more information, 909.798.7774

 

 

DEC 2015 – Member Profile – Ultimate Carpet Care

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Ultimate Carpet Care, they don’t cut corners they clean them

Ultimate Carpet Care has been family owned and operated with over 10 years of experience. They sand by the quality of their work and hold the highest reputation the industry. They understand all the messes that your home can experience and they promise that they will provide your home and family the same attention the give their own.

Ultimate Carpet Care will accommodate you with flexible scheduling and friendly professional service every time. They use deep cleaning method, the method recommended by your carpet manufacturer’s warranty, with a high powered truck mounted system.  They extract all the dirt, grime & debris of 100% of your carpet yarns. They don’t just buff the surface like some bonnet or carbonation methods (Dry-Chemical Systems) do. Your carpets and rugs will stay cleaner longer because we extract all the dirt & debris. The High Powered, Truck-Mounted Steam Extraction process kills and extracts most germs, bacteria, and dust mites from your carpet fibers.  98% of the carpet mills recommends Hot Water Extraction (steam) as the preferred cleaning method. The cleaning agents used are designed for your particular carpet & rug fibers and are safe for children and animals. Rinsing strokes are part of the total service making sure no cleaning residue is left in your carpet yarns. By flushing out all the dirt, grime, and cleaning agents we restore your matted traffic lanes to fluffy and soft carpet fibers with no soap residue making your carpets stay cleaner longer. Because of the deep extraction, van-powered truck mounted equipment, they pick up most of the moisture they put down.

The team moves most furniture and place plastic tabs and blocks under the furniture so the carpets will dry properly.

The service team has been trained and tested. They abide by a strict code of ethics which results in the highest level of customer satisfaction. You will receive friendly, informative, and caring service from your first phone call to the completion of your job. Call to schedule your holiday cleaning 909 633-9988

DEC 2015 – New Chamber Members – November 2015

C.A.S.A. OF SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY
Maggie Harris
851 So. Mt. Vernon Avenue #7A
Colton, CA  92324
Phone:  881-6760

CRACKERJACKS
Amy Curti
8 East State Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-2200

HIGGINSON ARCHITECTS, INC
David Higginson
29 South Sixth Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  375-3030

JOSE’S MEXICAN FOOD
Lisa Jimenez
2094 W. Redlands Blvd
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  335-0340

NATIONAL ORANGE SHOW
Alyssa Dal Santo
689 South “E” Street
San Bernardino, CA  92408
Phone:  888-6788 ext 415

SOLA SALON STUDIOS
TD Karle
1436 Industrial Park Avenue
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  522-1986

THOMAS COMMUNICATIONS GROUP, LLC
Barbara Thomas
20532 El Toro Road, Suite 210A
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Phone:  949-455-4600

 

 

 

DEC 2015 – Chamber Members Renewing – November 2015

A BETTER CLASS LIMOUSINE
Scott Shamblin
P. O. Box 7942
Redlands, CA  92375
Phone:  792-5356

AAA ALARM SERVICE – TBM
Tim Murone
278 Tennessee Street, Suite 8
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-2194

AMERICAN RED CROSS
Omar Castro
202 W. Rialto Avenue
San Bernardino, CA  92408
Phone:  888-1481

BEAVER MEDICAL GROUP
Marianne Baldwin
2 West Fern Avenue
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-3311

BENCHMARK YOUNG ADULT SCHOOL, INC.
Jayne Selby-Longnecker
1971 Essex Court
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  888-999-3983

CBDM REDLANDS, LLC
Attention:  MANAGER
1331 W. Colton Avenue
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  798-6330

BRASWELL’S CHATEAU VILLA
Art Braswell
620 E. Highland Avenue
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-0433

DESIGN WEST ENGINEERING
Terry Jacques
275 W. Hospitality Lane, Suite 100
San Bernardino, CA  92408
Phone:  890-3700

HIS HOUSE NEW CREATION
Glenn Swanson
911 Church Street
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  942-9498

ISU BARICH INSURANCE
George Barich
408 E. State Street, Suite A
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-9683

KIMBERLY-SHIRK ASSOCIATION
Tonja Blankenship
1325 Prospect Drive
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  792-2111

LET’S TALK THERPY
Elizabeth Casey
10 North Eighth Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  877-733-4954

LOMA LINDA LOPERS
Jim Walling
P. O. Box 495
Loma Linda, CA  92354
Phone:  437-3194

MILLER ARCHITECTURAL CORPORATION
Gary Miller
1177 Idaho Street, Suite 200
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  335-7400

MUFFIN TOP BAKERY
Emile Maamari
233 E. State Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  792-9911

OPTIMIST CLUB OF REDLANDS
William Jury
P. O. Box 1611
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  792-2116

REDLANDS FOOTHILL GROVES
Manuel Martinez
304 Ninth Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-2164

REDLANDS JEWELERS
Brian Ahlers
1 North 5th Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  792-4016

REDLANDS REAL ESTATE EXCHANGE
Dora Waters
P. O. Box 8111
Redlands, CA  92375
Phone:  793-2825

SENZA MEDICAL CORPORATION
Stephanie Tickemyer
226 Nordina Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-3563

THE EATING ROOM
Martha Green
106 E. Citrus Avenue
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  792-5400

THE REAL ESTATE GROUP
Carol Meulenkamp
208 E. Olive Avenue
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  747-0505

THE VERNON COMPANY
Dave Moore
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  793-0771

TOYOTA OF REDLANDS – SCION OF REDLANDS
Paul Smith
921 New York Street
Redlands, CA  92374
Phone:  793-0300

WOK IN CAFÉ
Lily Sheu
26 E. State Street
Redlands, CA  92373
Phone:  792-2527

 

 

NOV 2015 – Mayor Meets With Chamber Members Over Coffee

Mayor meetingMayor meets with Chamber members over coffee

Mayor Paul Foster joined Chamber Members during the quarterly Coffee & Conversation meeting held quarterly, allowing members to meet informally with civic leaders.

The Mayor reported on the activity that was underway in the city including street repair and repaving to the newest project that will replace and repair city sidewalks. He discussed the rail project, high density housing, commercial development and water rates.

He mapped out the strategy developed by the City to address the arrival of El Nino and answered questions from attendees about plans for the Municipal Airport, grey water use, transient/homeless issues and much more.

This is a second in series the first meeting with Police Chief Mark Garcia that allowed attendees to learn about policing efforts and safety issues faced by both commercial and residential properties.

At the conclusion of the “conversation” with the Mayor is was clear we are a “City that Works” and a “City on the Move”.