The Glass Restaurant at The Woodlands Resort Unveils New Menu

The Woodlands, TX -- Pork tenderloin medallions basted with Dr. Pepper served with griddled macaroni & cheese can only be characterized as comfort food with a twist. That’s exactly how Executive Chef John Brazie describes the new menu at The Glass, the signature dining experience at The Woodlands Resort.

Now featuring regional American cuisine with strong Latin and Asian influences, the latest endeavor for Chef Brazie is creating dishes which reflect what people want now: food that is unique, unfussy and flavorful.

For ten years, Chef Brazie and Pedro Chay, chef de cuisine at The Glass, (formerly The Glass Menagerie) have consistently reinvented the menu to offer guests a one-of-a-kind dining experience. “Working in a resort restaurant gives us the freedom to push the envelope from the type of food we serve to the china it is served on,” says Brazie. For example, the majority of the items are served on different plates. Varying the china he uses adds to the overall presentation. “It’s all about creating a ‘wow’ experience,” remarked Brazie.

Brazie strives to present cuisine that is familiar but with enhanced flavors. In addition to the Dr. Pepper basted pork medallions, other showstoppers include a juicy New York Strip Steak served with a heaping side of steak fries and homemade roasted red pepper ketchup; a not-so-traditional Fish & Chips dish – this tempura fried flounder fills a 15-inch plate; or a cup of Sweet Corn Chowder, poured tableside, is finished off with coconut milk and freshly grated nutmeg. Need a vegetarian option? Not a problem -- a footnote on the menu suggests substituting tofu for any meat or fish entree. Tofu is high in protein and is an excellent substitute for vegetarians who wish to enjoy the same menu variety as everyone else.

“Since tofu is relatively flavorless, it takes on the essence of spices and sauces around it. Plus, it can be fried, boiled, mashed, or grilled,” says Brazie.

Tucked away in natural forest preserves with views of the sparkling lake through floor to ceiling windows, dinner at The Glass is a comfortable, upscale dining experience. Serving dinner Tuesday to Thursday from 6 – 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 6 - 10 p.m. Additionally, The Glass hosts a weekly Champagne Sunday Brunch from 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. For reservations, please call 281-364-6323.

Chef Brazie’s Pork Tenderloin Medallions

About The Woodlands Resort
Nestled in 28,000 acres of forest preserves north of Houston, yet easily accessible from I-45, The Woodlands Resort is a destination of fun and relaxation. Just steps from 440 deluxe guest rooms are two championship golf courses and the property’s signature Forest Oasis Waterscape™ with waterfalls, synchronized water spouts, waterslides, and a S’mores pit. Guests enjoy seasonal poolside dining, dive-in movies and scheduled family-friendly entertainment. Other resort amenities include a full-service spa and fitness facility, 145 miles of nature and bike trails, and indoor and outdoor tennis courts. Explore the property’s four restaurants or lounge, plus nearby shopping and entertainment. For more information please visit The Woodlands Resort's Web site.