Press Release: Lanier Islands Makes Thanksgiving as Easy as Pie

Buford, Ga. – November 19, 2014 – Recently named a member of the highly esteemed Southern Living Hotel Collection, it’s clear that Lanier Islands and the Legacy Lodge staff know a thing or two about Southern Hospitality. While countless Atlantans spend Thanksgiving morning bustling about their kitchens in hopes of roasting a turkey to perfection while preparing all of the trimmings, setting a beautiful holiday table, and facing an ever-growing pile of dirty pots, pans and dishes in the sink – Georgia’s popular lakeside resort, Lanier Islands will welcome guests to its Legacy Lodge for a spectacular holiday buffet. Hosted in the elegantly adorned Grand Ballroom on Thursday, November 27 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., the buffet will feature classic holiday favorites, including a few Southern Living-inspired dishes.

To entice Georgians who may be compiling their shopping lists for their own holiday feast, here is just a small sampling of Lanier Islands’ Thanksgiving 2014 Buffet Menu:

• Seafood Station featuring items such as poached shrimp, smoked salmon, oysters on the half shell, crab legs and more
• Fresh Salad Creations including traditional Caesar salad, wedge with blue cheese and pecan pie vinaigrette, Bloody Mary green bean salad, fresh seasonal fruit bowl and more
• Carving Station featuring herb roasted turkey, prime rib and apricot & apple stuffed ham
• A Blend of Prepared and Made-to-Order Entrees like stuffed Georgia mountain trout in a lemon butter sauce, seared quail with homemade barley and sausage stuffing, braised beef tips with roasted baby potatoes, pan seared beef tenderloin with pimento cheese grits, breast of chicken Milanese and more
• A slew of Sumptuous Sides that includes browned butter mashed potatoes, maple sweet potato soufflé, brioche pan dressing with savory vegetables, steamed snap peas, spoon bread corn muffins, sweet potato biscuits and more
• Children’s Corner that includes kid-friendly favorites like chicken tenders, niblet corn, tater tots, mac & cheese, PB&J and more
• A Decadent Dessert Spread that features sweet treats such as pumpkin pie, pecan tart, flourless chocolate torte, black forest cake, pumpkin cream cheese french toast pudding, butterscotch meringue pie, make-your-own ice cream sandwich and more

Reservations are required for Lanier Islands’ Thanksgiving Buffet, are available at 30 minute intervals, and can be made by calling (770) 945-8787. Prices* are as follows: $49.99/adult; $44.99/seniors (62+); $29.99/children (6-12); and FREE for children 5 & under. To view the full menu and learn more, prospective patrons are encouraged to visit the Thanksgiving Buffet page in the Dining section at www.lanierislands.com. For an impromptu holiday staycation, the resort is also offering a Thanksgiving Celebration Package that includes the Thanksgiving buffet for a family of four, overnight accommodations, breakfast buffet, admission to the Lanier Islands Christmas and more – starting at $289.

About Lanier Islands: Nestled on the southern-most shoreline of Lake Sidney Lanier at the foothills of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains lies the truly distinctive Lanier Islands. Situated less than 45 miles from downtown Atlanta on 1,500 pristine acres of forests, meadows and beaches, this luxury resort is quickly growing in size, scope and reputation as one of the Southeast’s leading lakeside retreats. As the resort’s crown jewel, Lake Lanier is one of the United States’ most popular man-made lakes, encompassing 38,000 miles of surface area and 690 miles of shoreline in Northeast Georgia. Legacy Lodge and Legacy Villas enhance the resort’s broad assortment of accommodation choices and meeting sites – making it the ideal choice for corporate meetings and company retreats. Popular excursions like fun in the sun at the boardwalk-themed LanierWorld, zip lining through the trees with Lake Lanier Canopy Tours, horseback riding on a lakeside trail from the Equestrian Center, and renting a boat and ski equipment from Harbor Landing make the resort a terrific choice for families vacationing or “staycationing” in the South. Tranquility – the Spa and the picturesque 18-hole Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course are major draws for visitors looking to relax or play, and with more than 20 wedding venues to choose from, the Resort is rapidly gaining favor with brides- and grooms-to-be as a highly sought-after Destination Wedding site. Lanier Islands is steadily securing a solid standing for their unique vision of the future of this luxury retreat, their unswerving dedication to the comfort and enjoyment of their guests, and their signature brand of Southern Hospitality. In 2014, the Resort was awarded with a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and became a member of the highly esteemed Southern Living Hotel Collection. For more information, schedule a tee time, learn package details or make reservations, call (770) 945-8787 or visit Lanier Islands’ website at www.lanierislands.com.

* Pricing does not include taxes or service charges