Ushering in the Holiday Season

4 women and one man pose in front a of a fireplace while ushering in the holiday seeason
Photo credit Dina Cashman

The Whaler’s Inn Lobby Luncheon is a long-standing tradition we celebrate while ushering in the holiday season.

Instead of its usual date, the Whaler’s Inn team held the party earlier this year on November 28th, gathering in the lobby to share food, gifts, and laughs.

Our diverse staff brings an exciting variety of dishes to the potluck lunch each year, taking us on a culinary trip around the world with Laotian Egg Rolls, Swedish Meatballs, Flan, and Mashed Potatoes.

Despite over 20 years of potluck, Lawrence’s homemade Mac and Cheese and Joseph’s “Death in a Dish” dessert are still beloved Whaler’s Inn holiday traditions, having been served for over 14 years.

Who Steals the Bosses Gift?!?

A christmas tree with gifts wrapped beneath it set up for ushering in the holiday season
Photo credit Dina Cashman

The Yankee Swap initiates the true enjoyment! A $10 limit amplifies the hilarity and fierce competition of this New England festive tradition. Surprisingly, the General Manager, Amanda, had her gift stolen twice amidst the ruthless workplace game. Niceties were non-existent.

Ushering In the Holiday Season

The Whaler’s Inn team really is a family.  We are all blessed to come to work each day to such a warm atmosphere.

We hope that each and every one of our guests enjoys visiting with us as much as we love having you. So, as we are ushering in the Holiday Season here in Mystic, we would like to wish all of our valued guests and readers a very happy and safe Holiday Season!