January 6, 2008 - Several friends and family members joined us for dinner to celebrate Alesi's 18th birthday in Gruene, Texas over the weekend. We arrived mid-afternoon and checked in at Gruene Mansion Inn Bed & Breakfast's Jackie's Hideway. Alesi was not aware our friends were joining us and we were able to keep the surprise until moments before everyone arrived. One of Alesi's favorite restuarants is the Gristmill and many months ago she asked to dine there on her birthday. We enjoyed spending the evening visiting with a few of our racing friends and we can't wait to get the 2008 race season started! Thanks everyone for a memborable birthday!!!
"The Gristmill River Restaurant: Situated on a bluff overlooking the Guadalupe River, this spectacular restaurant nestled under the shade of towering oak trees has been the perfect getaway for a unique casual dining experience for thirty years. Located in the historic district of Gruene just beneath the famous Gruene water tower, the restaurant opened in 1977 near New Braunfels on the banks of the Guadalupe River in the original Gruene Cotton Gin. The wooden structure burned to the ground in 1922, and all that remains of the water-powered mill today is the three story brick boiler room – now home to the Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar." www.gristmillrestaurant.com
"Gruene, Texas...Gently resisting change since 1872 and located between Austin and San Antonio, and a little behind the times." www.gruenetexas.com
