 The time of year for Damenti’s annual ice event is now here. This year they present: “DAMENTI’S FROZEN ROMAN ICE BAR”.
“Damenti’s Frozen Roman Ice Bar” celebrated its Grand Opening on Friday and will remain open until March. The ice bar is open during restaurant hours; Tuesday - Saturday 5-10pm, Sunday 4-9pm, closed Monday. Damenti’s will be donating 25% of all ice bar sales to Helping Hands. Kevin McDonald, owner of Damenti’s Restaurant said: “Like all non-profits, the Helping Hands Society is struggling right now and we hope that this type of support can help them. They offer a great service to our community and we’re honored to be apart of their effort in keeping their doors open.” Damenti’s is also offering local businesses to get involved by sponsoring a window in the Roman Ice Bar, which will be tax deductible. A prominent section on a window sculpture that depicts a scene from Rome will also have the business’s name carved into it showing their support for this exciting local attraction and also the Helping Hands Society.
McDonald and his wife, Helen, have been the proprietors of Damenti’s Restaurant in Mountaintop, Pennsylvania for 35 years. Kevin’s passion in life is ice carving. Helen describes her husband as a slice of P.T. Barnum, a pinch of Mel Brooks, and a touch of Peter Pan. She also adds that he always has a vision. McDonald said: “I would like to extend Damenti’s hospitality and I anticipate my ice artist friends’ return. The camaraderie is what it’s all about. It is somewhat of a class reunion. We all have a special Dinner at Damenti’s and it is always a good time.”
Ice Sculptures inspire the childlike qualities of wonder and awe in all of us. The faces of adults express that familiar wide-eyed stare as they view the sparkling, glaring sculptures coming to life. People are anxiously photographing everywhere; as spectators, we are gripped by a unique and wonderful force with these giant sculptures towering to the ceiling.
Our minds and emotions are permanently embedded with the sculptured ice message. They are never forgotten. People write letters and tell their friends all around the country. The experience of seeing these works of art in ice will make you want to come back again and again.
Be sure to stop by Damenti’s to see this work of art and while you’re there, have a drink and support the Helping Hands Society! For more information on having your name carved into the Roman Ice Bar, contact Helping Hands at 570-455-4958.
Contacts:
Kevin McDonald
kevin@damentis.com
www.damentis.com
Joell Martinelli
Helping Hands Society
jmartinelli@helpinghandssociety.com
455-4958
www.helpinghandssociety.com
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Kevin McDonald and his wife, Helen, have been the proprietors of Damenti's Restaurant in Mountaintop for almost 30 years. Kevin, who is the chef at the restaurant, was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA, and began his career in Denver, Colorado, where he attended the University of Denver. After working In Denver and Steamboat Springs, Kevin and his wife returned to Northeastern Pennsylvania and bought Damenti's. Kevin and Helen have studied with and Been awarded certificates by Marcella Hazan, Bologna, Italy; Ken Hom, Hong Kong; and L'Ecole de Cordon Bleu in Denver, Colorado.
Damenti's is much more than a family business to the McDonalds, it's also their home. Damenti's Restaurant has been a staple in this community for almost 60 years. Jimmy Damenti and his wife Jule owned, operated and lived there for 30 years before selling Damenti's to Kevin and Helen McDonald. In turn Helen and Kevin along with their family have made Damenti's their home.
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Damenti's has earned this reputation over the Years because of the consistent great food, service and atmosphere. Dining at Damenti's is a very unique experience. When entering the restaurant you will most likely be greeted by Helen and have your dinner cooked by Kevin. Damenti's decor and atmosphere is unparalleled, Helen takes great pride in the appearance of the restaurant and that is evident as soon as you arrive. Damenti's decor changes by season and is sure to dazzle. Damenti's garden is truly spectacular and depending on the season many of our ingredients are grown in our backyard. One specialty item is zucchini blossoms stuffed with crab meat and served with a tomatoes bichamel sauce. The flower arrangements are picked fresh from the garden. The garden is a great place to take a stroll before or after dinner or on your way to our new Roman Holiday Sand Bar - opening Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011.
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We are venturing into a new artistic realm. World Class ice sculptors and friends worked on the sand bar and will return frequently to do sculpting performances using, wood, metal, sand, snow, ice and more. Our Roman Holiday Sand Bar will remain open throughout the year. The bar is covered and can be heated or refrigerated.
Damenti's is a perfect choice for your next special occasion or private Party. Damenti's private parties are truly special. Each one unique depending on the occasion. Special private areas, including the new Roman Holiday Sand Bar can accommodate groups for business meetings.
Roman Holiday Sand Bar - opening August 2nd!
  
From the billowy white ceiling to the softness of the white sand floor, you enter through an archway into a Tuscan style open bar, flowing out to the rounded stone patio where you can enjoy the festivities under the stars. The full service bar will include Ambrosia, Nectars, Beer and Wine.
Discussions will abound as you amuse your friends with your vast knowledge of Classical Mythology- spurred on by carvings of Bacchus, the god of wine; Medusa, a gorgon; Comedy/Tragedy; Sol, god of music; Trojan warriors, and a Venus water fountain.
Different types of artwork will be created every Sunday at 5:30 till 8pm.
Bring your party to our party! Contact KEVIN@DAMENTIS.COM or tag us on FB.
Pharmaceutical Groups are one of our specialty.
Please contact us with questions regarding planning your next party, (570) 788-2004. Kevin and Helen have been featured on several cooking shows sharing special recipes with the viewing public, results of these shows have produced many faithful customers.
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