David
05-27-2008, 02:26 PM
Yankee Silversmith Inn
Editor:
My Grandfather, Robert F. Meyer, opened the Yankee Silversmith Inn in 1953. He was an extremely charitable member of the community and brilliant restaurateur. Anyone who knew him was touched by his spirit of generosity. The Yankee Silversmith Inn, its charm, history, POPOVERS, thousands of couples wedding, special occasions and holidays memories will remain in the hearts of those who share them. Then there are the hours and hours of singing and fun around the piano bar in the Parlour Car. How could we ever forget about the St Patty’s day , Mardi Gras parties and amazing wine cellar that my uncle Robert A. Meyer made available for us here in Wally world! I have met people from all over the country with stories of special times spent at this very special Restaurant.
I would like to thank the Mesite family for keeping the Yankee Silversmith Inn as a Wallingford Icon until now. Without the Mesites stepping in at troubled times in 1991 we would of lost our special place 16 years ago. They did a great job cleaning it up and keeping it going. I know my sentiments are shared by the community and of course the members of our family when I express what a very sad time this is.
In the spirit of my grandparents legacy, I will be honoring them with a tribute story and need your help. I would love to hear from anyone with any pictures, funny stories or sentiments to share about a special experience at The Yankee Silversmith Inn. Past employees are strongly encouraged to contact me with stories as well as your contact information if you would be interested in a reunion gathering.
Please contact me by e-mail at ysi-rfm@sbcglobal.net or phone 203-284-0190.
LISA CATHERINE (GOPOIAN) SUPRENANT, MERIDEN
Editor:
My Grandfather, Robert F. Meyer, opened the Yankee Silversmith Inn in 1953. He was an extremely charitable member of the community and brilliant restaurateur. Anyone who knew him was touched by his spirit of generosity. The Yankee Silversmith Inn, its charm, history, POPOVERS, thousands of couples wedding, special occasions and holidays memories will remain in the hearts of those who share them. Then there are the hours and hours of singing and fun around the piano bar in the Parlour Car. How could we ever forget about the St Patty’s day , Mardi Gras parties and amazing wine cellar that my uncle Robert A. Meyer made available for us here in Wally world! I have met people from all over the country with stories of special times spent at this very special Restaurant.
I would like to thank the Mesite family for keeping the Yankee Silversmith Inn as a Wallingford Icon until now. Without the Mesites stepping in at troubled times in 1991 we would of lost our special place 16 years ago. They did a great job cleaning it up and keeping it going. I know my sentiments are shared by the community and of course the members of our family when I express what a very sad time this is.
In the spirit of my grandparents legacy, I will be honoring them with a tribute story and need your help. I would love to hear from anyone with any pictures, funny stories or sentiments to share about a special experience at The Yankee Silversmith Inn. Past employees are strongly encouraged to contact me with stories as well as your contact information if you would be interested in a reunion gathering.
Please contact me by e-mail at ysi-rfm@sbcglobal.net or phone 203-284-0190.
LISA CATHERINE (GOPOIAN) SUPRENANT, MERIDEN