Feast

[LAVAGODDESSSS]

Hey all,

For years the feast of fantasy at the castle has been our anniversary stop. One year it was awful (the food was cold and we spent a LOT of time just sitting there waiting for entertainment who didn't show up). But other than that, it's been the highlight of our trip!

I saw that this year it is now deemed the cafe. It is half the price, and the menu rotates to match the theme. I'm all for the rotating menu, but does anyone else have any info on what is going on? Do we no longer go at set times? Are we now just sitting down to eat in the castle whenever we feel like it between 11 and 4? I mean, if that's the case, the inside of the castle is not that...great. I go for the entertaainment, the food, etc. It's an experience.

While it looks like the food is still going to be great (I have a menu if anyone is interested), I'm curious as to what the changes are.

[Celtic Lady]

I called to inquire about the Feast. They are not having entertainment at the castle and no souvenir goblets as well  .
The following was taken from MiRF's event page on Facebook:

Black Stone Castle Café
Will be open to all patrons on a walk in basis. The regular menu will be the same each weekend. The Feast Menu will change each weekend. Includes soft drinks, cash bar available. For the Clam Bake & Masque Ball reservation are needed the others are walk-ins. Call for info & reservations 800-601-4848

Michigan Renaissance Festival 2011

...Blackstone Castle Café
Open 11 – 4pm
Available Menu each day of show

Renaissance Sandwiches $10
Smoked Turkey Wrap
W/Renaissance Chips
Smoked Turkey
Peppered bacon
Boursin Cheese
Red leaf lettuce
Red onion
Diced tomato/Balsamic dressing

Hot Pastrami Sandwich on Rye $10
W/Renaissance Chips
Hot Pastrami
Provolone cheese
Sweet Cole Slaw
Prime Rib Sandwich
W/Renaissance Chips

Prime Rib Sandwich $10
Blue cheese crumbles
Red leaf lettuce
Red onion
Cusabi dressing


Stuffed Portabella Sandwich $10
Portabella Mushroom stuffed with Italian sausage, cheese, Marinara sauce
Served on a bed of Dressed Mixed Italian greens and
Fresh Italian bread

Renaissance Salads

Pasta Salad $9
Bow Tie Pasta
Smoked Turkey
Cauliflower & Broccoli & Carrots
Red & Yellow Peppers and Red Onions
Cheese and Creamy Garlic Ranch

Renaissance Cobb Salad $10
Mixed lettuce
Grilled Chicken & Peppered Bacon
Hard Boiled Eggs
Avocado & Tomatoes
Bleu Cheese

Orchard Salad $10
Mixed Lettuce
Feta Cheese & Red onions
Dried Cranberries
Fresh Raspberries
Pecans & Croutons

Salad for a King $10
Mixed Greens
Prime Rib
Mixed Roasted Potatoes
Hard Boiled Eggs
Pickled Asparagus
Pea Tendrils & Red Onions

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Castle Feast 11AM – 3pm Daily

Buccaneer Beer Fest – August 20th and 21st[/b]
Pig Roast – $22.00
Slow Roasted Pork
Roasted Mexican smoked sausage
Sweet potato Salad
Roasted Corn Chipotle Lime Butter/Queso Fresco
Rancho Baked Beans
Cole Slaw Mexicali
Corny Corn Bread
Fresh Fruit Custard Cake



Highland Fling – August 27th and 28th[/b]
Celtic Feast $22.00
Appetizer
Pâté on Garlic Toast with Baby Gherkins
Pullman's Salad
Entrée
Guinness Beef Stew
Honey Roasted Parsnips & Rutabaga
Dauphinoise Potatoes
Dessert
Spotted Dick & Custard


Royal Ale Fest – September 3rd, 4th and 5th[/b]
Please make reservations in advance 800-601-4848
Clam Bake $35.00
Appetizer:
Sea Food Chowder
Entrée:
Steamer Clams
Shrimp
Whole Lobster, Butter & lemon
New Red Potatoes
Corn on the cob
Crusty Bread
Cole Slaw
Dessert
Watermelon or Fruited Custard


Wonders of the World – September 10th and 11th[/b]
Spanish Celebration Feast $22
Appetizer:
Olive's w/lemon
Cantaloupe w/Wine & Pepper
Albandigas in Sauce
Entrée:
Spanish Paella
Roasted baby squash & tomatoes
Spinach, Endive, Goat Cheese & Raisins
Dessert:
Bizcoho Borracho


Italian Carnivale – September 17th and 18th[/b]
Italian Feast $22
Appetizer:
Stuffed Mushroom
Bruschetta
Cannellini Bean Salad
Entrée
Stuffed Egg Plant
Lasagna
Meat Balls
Dessert
Zippolis w/Chocolate sauce



Festival Friday/Masque Ball [/b]
Please make reservations in advance 800-601-4848

September 23<>7:30 – 11;30
$75
Hors D'oeuvre
Spinach Artichoke Puffs
Mini Shrimp Cocktails
Brochette with Basil & Tomato

Dinner
Orchard Salad
Chicken Stuffed w/Borsuin Cheese & Spinach
Blackened Salmon
Roasted Pork Tender Loin w/Apricot
Roasted Baby Squash
Garlic Rose Potatoes
Fresh Baked Crusty Bread with Sweet Butter
Dessert
Crème Brulee with Fresh Fruit
Lemon Chello
Chocolate Custard Cake


Harvest Huzzah – September 24th and 25th[/b]
Fall Harvest Feast $22
Appetizer
Apple/Cheese Tart
Spicy Pear Salad
Entrée
Stuffed Pork Chop
Caramelized Acorn Squash
Roasted Fall Vegetables
Smashed Potatoes
Dessert
Pumpkin Cheesecake w/ DK Chocolate



Sweet Endings – October 1st and 2nd[/b]
Chocolate Feast $30
Appetizer
DK Chocolate Covered Grapes
Chocolate Dipped Bacon
Chocolate Vinaigrette Salad
Entrée
Coco Rubbed Beef Short Ribs
White Chocolate mashed potatoes
Roasted Asparagus w/Coco Nibs
Dessert
White Chocolate Cheesecake w/DK Chocolate Ganache & Chocolate Strawberries

Give us a call: 248-634-5552See More

For any other info I suggest giving them a call.

[Village Idiots - Kevin]

I like the rotating menus, but the Village Idiots thoroughly enjoyed performing at the feast last year. Sad...

[LAVAGODDESSSS]

Well, they just lost four customers. We went every year for our anniversary. What a bunch of crap.

I got all that info too from an email, but I am curious about the masquerade. Anyone been? Is it like the old feast of fantasy?

[LAVAGODDESSSS]

Forgot to say, thank you dear lady for all your help!

[Celtic Lady]

You're welcome for the info. The Feast was our reception two years ago and last year we celebrated our anniversary there. While there we met another couple who had just been married and were having their reception at the Feast. The four of us decided to give it a try and see how things go.

[LAVAGODDESSSS]

You're welcome for the info. The Feast was our reception two years ago and last year we celebrated our anniversary there. While there we met another couple who had just been married and were having their reception at the Feast. The four of us decided to give it a try and see how things go.

Well, from what I understand it is now a cafe. The food is catered by someone else. The entertainment is sporadic, and you are literally just in a castle shaped cafeteria.

We are celebrating our anniversary now on Sept 23 at the masquerade ball, which is more like the feast of yesteryear.

[Poldugarian Warrior]

Thanks for the run down Celtic Lady of all the foods I was wondering if it would be worth while. It seems worthwhile as far as foods. But, the whole idea of having a meal with the Queen and the entertainment and do they still wait on you or you just go get the food yourself like a buffet? It was cool when it was exclusive, and not really exclusive just, you paid more for more food and better quality food and the entertainment. It seems they just turned the castle into a place to eat inside. I'll have to check this out Monday. And truly see what has become of this feast with no fantasy. 

[Celtic Lady]

Thanks for the run down Celtic Lady of all the foods I was wondering if it would be worth while. It seems worthwhile as far as foods. But, the whole idea of having a meal with the Queen and the entertainment and do they still wait on you or you just go get the food yourself like a buffet? It was cool when it was exclusive, and not really exclusive just, you paid more for more food and better quality food and the entertainment. It seems they just turned the castle into a place to eat inside. I'll have to check this out Monday. And truly see what has become of this feast with no fantasy. 

Any reports about the Feast?

[Celtic Lady]

P.D. any reports on the Feast?
Has anyone else been to the Feast and if so, would you be willing to throw in your two shillings on it?