<p class="p1">FORT MYERS, Fla. (May 10, 2012) &ndash;Touting &ldquo;Delectable Cuisine at a Delicious Value,&rdquo; Restaurant Week returns to Bell Tower Shops for the second year in a row. The eating extravaganza kicks off May 18 and extends through Memorial Day. Dining enthusiasts will enjoy special value prix fixe menus at all 11 Bell Tower eating establishments.</p>
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<p class="p1">Taking cue from the popular New York City dining event that started in 1992, Restaurant Week at Bell Tower Shops allows diners to enjoy some of the best fare in Fort Myers at a fraction of the regular price. All of the establishments have agreed to provide an $18.87 prix fixe limited edition menu&mdash;a nod to the historically significant date 1887 which is when Lee County was incorporated.</p>
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<p class="p1">&nbsp;&ldquo;It&rsquo;s a natural fit for Bell Tower Shops as we are considered the top destination for those in search of great food,&rdquo; says Valerie Cope, Director of Marketing &amp; Sponsorships. &ldquo;Now that season is over, we hope Restaurant Week will encourage locals to venture out and sample the gastronomical treasures right in their backyard.&rdquo;</p>
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<p class="p1">In conjunction with the dining event, Bell Tower Shops is also bringing back the &ldquo;Summer of Support&rdquo; whereby each month thru August Bell Tower Shops will join forces with a local non-profit organization. Select merchants will accept donated items such as gently used clothing, school supplies and pet supplies to benefit each organization. In May, select merchants will accept non-perishable food donations for Community Cooperative Ministries Incorporated (CCMI).</p>
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<p class="p1">&ldquo;Last May we collected 350 pounds of food for CCMI and we&rsquo;re hoping to beat that this year. It&rsquo;s all about building awareness and Restaurant Week is an ideal time to promote an organization that has developed programs that effectively feed the hungry in our community,&rdquo; says Cope.</p>
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<p class="p2">CCMI provides more than 14,000 meals each month through their Soup Kitchen and Meals on Wheels programs. The nonprofit agency also educates 40 children in their Community Montessori Preschool, provides weekend backpacks full of food to more than 2,500 children each school year and oversees a mobile food pantry and everyday choice marketplace.</p>
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<p class="p1">Establishments participating in Restaurant Week at Bell Tower Shops include:</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Bistro 41</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Blue Point Oyster Bar &amp; Seafood Grill</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Cantina Laredo</p>
<p class="p4"><span class="s1">&middot;</span>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <span class="s3">Cr&uuml;</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Courtyard Caf&eacute;</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>DaRuMa Japanese Steakhouse &amp; Sushi Lounge</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Gracie&rsquo;s Cupcakes &amp; Ice Cream</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Grimaldi&rsquo;s Pizzeria</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Mimi&rsquo;s Caf&eacute;</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>T.G.I. Friday&rsquo;s</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Shoeless Joe&rsquo;s at Crowne Plaza</p>
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<p class="p5">In addition to all restaurants listed above, the following merchants are accepting donations for the &ldquo;Summer of Support&rdquo; and providing those who donate with the following discounts:</p>
<p class="p6"><span class="s4">&middot;</span><span class="s5">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><strong>Sunglass Hut</strong> - $20.00 OFF with your donation</p>
<p class="p6"><span class="s4">&middot;</span><span class="s5">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><strong>GAP &amp; GAP Kids -</strong> 25% OFF with your donation</p>
<p class="p6"><span class="s4">&middot;</span><span class="s5">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><strong>Courtyard Cafe</strong> - Ask store for details</p>
<p class="p6"><span class="s4">&middot;</span><span class="s5">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><strong>Shoeless Joe's at Crowne Plaza</strong> - Buy one lunch get one of equal or lesser value, free with donation <span style="white-space: pre;"> </span>(Sunday - Thursday)</p>
<p class="p6"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><strong>Trader Rick's</strong> - Save $5 off $50 and $10 off $100 with donation</p>
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<p class="p7">Suggested donations for CCMI include:</p>
<p class="p6"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Peanut butter &amp; jelly</p>
<p class="p6"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Canned tuna, chicken or ham</p>
<p class="p6"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Beans &amp; soup</p>
<p class="p6"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Pasta &amp; pasta sauce</p>
<p class="p6"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Rice &amp; cereal</p>
<p class="p6"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Hamburger, Tuna or Chicken Helper</p>
<p class="p6"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Canned fruit &amp; vegetables</p>
<p class="p6"><span class="s1">&middot;</span><span class="s2">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>Canned milk</p>
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<p class="p1">A full listing of Restaurant Week menu items and merchants accepting donations for CCMI is available at <a href="http://www.thebelltowershops.com/"><span class="s6">www.thebelltowershops.com</span></a> or at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/BellTowerShops"><span class="s6">http://www.facebook.com/BellTowerShops</span></a>&nbsp;</p>