Vinoy Hotel's 1925 Dining Deal

The change of seasons is not obvious in Florida – unless you're a regular diner at the classic Vinoy Hotel in St. Petersburg.

Three years ago, the launched the "Classic Dining Menu," which featured different dining specials based on the season. The idea proved so popular it endures.

And the Vinoy's Executive Chef Mark Heimann has created a slew of new dishes for this winter.

From 5-6:30 pm, seven days a week, guests can enjoy a three-course meal after selecting items from the new Winter Classic Dining menu. This winter's special menu can best be described as Southern Comfort, that is comfort food with a southern twist, from Buttermilk Fried Chicken to Warm Chocolate Pudding.

Best of all the deal is that it only costs $19.25 per person. Why $19.25? Well, 1925 was the year that the Vinoy was built.

For just $19.25, the three-course meal includes the following options for patrons:

• Choice of starter: Beer & Cheddar Soup topped with Spicy Popcorn or Strawberry Bruschetta with Gourmet Greens, Goat Cheese and Spiced Almonds.

• Choice of entree: Braised Short Rib with Cauliflower Risotto and Roasted Mushrooms and Tomatoes or Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Truffle-Cheddar Mac & Cheese and Braised Greens or Pan Fried Trout topped with Brown Butter, French Green Beans and a Green Apple Almond Salad

• Choice of dessert: Warm Chocolate Pudding Cake with Sea-Salt Caramel Sauce or Goat Cheese Cheesecake with Strawberry Jam

The three-course meals can be paired with a number of different wine options from Rabbit Ridge. Servers can assist with selecting the wine that will fit best with each plate.

For instance, try the Rabbit Ridge Pinot Grigio with the Strawberry Bruschetta or the Rabbit Ridge Mystique de Robles with the Pan Fried Trout.