Our celebratory dinner at Season’s 52 last night was the perfect way to honor such a big milestone in my mom’s life.
My mom, dad, sister and I had reservations at Season’s 52 in Jacksonville and before we arrived, I let the restaurant know the reason behind our special dinner. They did such a wonderful job of adding special touches to our meal throughout the evening which was so neat.
Our table was decorated with heart-shaped confetti and a card congratulating my mom on her recovery waited for us at our booth. We were all so surprised and impressed! Our waiter, Robert, immediately greeted us and took us through the specials of the day, highlighting his favorites on the menu.
After we placed an order for two appetizers to share, we enjoyed a fabulous seared tuna amuse bouche which the chef told us is given to first-time diners at Season’s 52 and those celebrating something special.
Seared tuna is always a hit with my family and we raved to the chef about the fantastic flavors in the small bite.
My family and I also shared shrimp and lobster spring rolls and a mushroom flatbread to start.
Both dishes were great and I loved the lemongrass and sweet chili sauces that accompanied the spring rolls.
While we enjoyed our appetizers, we surprised my mom with letters from those who love her most.
I reached out to a handful of people who sent me cards to give to my mom. She was shocked and moved to tears by her previous Jazzercise group who sent pictures and a card from St. Pete. They all look a picture together, holding up the number five which was so sweet! My mom spoke about how much their card meant to her because they saw her go through everything as she tried to remain active throughout her treatment. It was very special!
Eventually Robert brought our entrees to the table and I was quite impressed with the presentation of my barbeque chicken salad.
Robert shook the salad out of the container so it fell onto my plate which was pretty cool!
My salad was fantastic and I had no trouble finishing it!
And then it was time for dessert! The “mini indulgences” are a Season’s 52 staple and once Robert described the seasonal treat, a pumpkin pie indulgence with a gingersnap crust, I was sold!
Dessert cheers!
It was a wonderful night spent celebrating a wonderful woman!
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What a wonderful evening with your family, and a great way to celebrate your mom’s milestone!
Your mom and family looks so happy and healthy! What a special way to celebrate!
I shouldn’t have read your post while hungry… 🙂
You have such a happy family! A big congrats to your lovely mom!
What a lovely way to celebrate. You clearly chose the right restaurant for the event. It is so lovely that they made such an effort for the meal for you.
Congratulations to your Mom! What a big milestone and how special to receive the picture from her old class!
What a sweet way to celebrate! It’s so nice that they did all of these personal touches for you and your family!
Congratulations to your mum! Strong woman! She looks super healthy now, positively glowing!
What a lovely evening you all had! The food looks fantastic, but most of all, the occasion you celebrated is awesome. Congrats again to your mom on 5 healthy years! May God bless her with many more to come!
Thank you so much for choosing us for your milestone evening last night! You have a pretty amazing family, and it was my honor to be a part of your night! In telling your family’s story to my team members at Seasons 52 Jax we were all inspired to be strong in adversity and to “Celebrate Living Well” our Seasons 52 motto! Great job with the 5K on Saturday!!! Hope to see you soon! Cheers!!! Robert
congratulations to your mom! that is a fantabulous reason to celebrate!!!
You look so much like your mom and Leslie so much like your dad … and grandma!
Congrats and hugs to your momma …
Congratulations again to your mum. What a great way to celebrate 🙂 sounds like a great restaurant and what great service too.
What a wonderful way to celebrate your mom!! 🙂
-Sammy @ http://www.peaceandloveandicecream.com
Yay for 5 years! Congrats to your mom 🙂
We have a Season’s 52 in Dallas and I seriously love that place! The service is always amazing and their food is even better. Glad y’all got to enjoy such a special dinner together!
Looks like such a delicious dinner and such great service 🙂 you mom totally deserves it.
Congratulations to your mom! What a special occasion. So wonderful to see restaurants go above and beyond to make their guests have a great experience, too.
this is so beautiful Julie! no wonder your momma bear teared up. she looks so happy (and young) and radiant..especially in the first pic. hooray to 5 years strong !
I’ve been to the Seasons 52 in Jax as well as the one in Atlanta for my birthday where they treated us like queens as well! The cards are so thoughtful and I’m sure you enjoyed every part of the celebration! Congrats to your beautiful mom.
Ohh you guys are all too sweet! God bless your wonderful and beautiful momma, she’s so strong and positive–I can tell 😀
Congrats to your mom 🙂 We have this restaurant in Dallas but I’ve never been.
When you said you had “amuse bouche” I remembered the scene in Friends where Monica serves this to Chandler and he goes “Well.. it is amuusing” lol!
Eeek! How is dad doing in his sling though?
He’s doing well but is a bit frustrated by the limitations. He’s very active normally so he doesn’t love the inability to do his normal activities. Thanks for asking ! 🙂
Your mom is gorgeous! And what an awesome way to celebrate. Your family seems so sweet and loving!
I live in Jax so I will have to try out this restaurant. It looks so yummy!
You will LOVE Season’s 52! It’s one of my favs!
congrats to your mom and your entire family! wonderful news worth celebrating
Seasons52 is so yummy, but I didn’t get that tuna the first time I went…not fair! But how sweet of them to decorate for you guys and write a note for your mom. Above and beyond!!
-AJ
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