Friday, July 11, 2014

Why the Tilted Kilt Decided to Use a Drone


People keep asking us why we wanted to use a drone to deliver some of our delicious wings.

We did it because we wanted to do a feasibility study to examine whether or not it was possible to do.

Say “drone,” and many people think “CIA-operated killing machine in the skies.” On the other hand, to many people a drone is a toy. Between those extremes, there’s a wide range of practical applications for drones.

The FAA’s position is clear, however: drones are aircraft, and for commercial use an aircraft must be certified and under the control of a certified pilot. That’s even if the drone flies no higher than 400 feet, the ceiling of the uncontrolled altitude the FAA calls “Class G airspace.”

In some regions, like Washington, D.C., the FAA’s rules are even stricter: drone flights — along with hang gliding, model rocketry, and most anything outside of government, airline, and some charter operations — are prohibited within a roughly 17-mile radius of Reagan National Airport.

Real estate agents, farmers, and even companies – like Amazon – have tried to use drones and have had them shut down. Recently, the FAA clarified that delivering packages using a drone isn't legal. Amazon wasn’t specifically mentioned, but the FAA seemed to suggest that Amazon — like every other business — falls under its regulations which already prohibits the commercial use of drones.

While we had a lot of fun with the drone – and it could be the way of the future – we’ve decided that for now, we’re going to be putting it away. We’ve decided to hold off because people really want to come in to Tilted Kilt for our killer service and beautiful women.

Monday, July 7, 2014

Hot Summer Planned at Tilted Kilt


There’s no better way to spend a hot summer night than with some hot ladies.

This summer, both the Wethersfield and Milford Tilted Kilt locations have some awesome specials running.

In Wethersfield and Milford, happy hour is Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. During this time, half-priced drafts, wine, and well drinks will be offered.

At the Wethersfield location, Monday from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. is trivia night. Monday is also 20 percent off for military members (it’s 10 percent off every other day).

All day Tuesday is Taco Tuesday where it’s $4 for two tacos. There are also $4 margaritas and $4 Corona Light drafts. On Wednesday, it's buy one burger get the second free, and $9 pitchers of Coors Light (add $5 to pick your pitcher).

From 7 p.m. until close on Thursdays, there are $.50 wings and $4 you-call-it drafts.

Looking for some Friday fun? From 10 p.m. until close, you can get $3 fireball shots and $3 Coors Light drafts.

In Milford, WPLR will be there on Thursday nights and will be broadcasting live from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.

Ready for a summer of fun? 

We are too!

Be sure to head to the Tilted Kilt Wethersfield Facebook page and the Tilted Kilt Milford Facebook page to check out what's up with us and our lovely ladies.

Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Up, Up and Away!: Tilted Kilt, Milford 1st To Deliver Wings By Drone


Sorry, no buff guy in a cool red cape. But one better. Beautiful women in red kilts. And some seriously awesome wings. How’s that for a lead in….

Although the delivery actually happened on June 17th, the whole idea started long before then.  A while back, a certain Internet Mega business that shall remain nameless (Starts with an “A” and ends with a “zon”) said that they were considering deliveries by drone. And, we are still waiting for that one. But Sara Vause, General Manager of The Tilted Kilt in Milford wasn’t about to wait for someone else to do it. Now enter Mr. Outrageous Marketing himself. Kyle Reyes of The Silent Partner Marketing, Manchester, and Joe Papa of MultiRotor Pilot Magazine. Their task was to pull this delivery off.

So, here is that task. Take a TWO POUND order of wings, and Go-Pro camera, and attach it to a quad-copter. Sounds easy right? Wrong. First off, the load has to have the weight properly distributed, and secured. Throw in wind, possible shifting of weight and distance. Not so easy after all.

Want to see how it went? Check out CT Out and About for the whole story.

Sunday, June 29, 2014

Want to Check Out Hot Bikes - And Hot Ladies?


Want to get out and check out some hot bikes – as well as some hot ladies?

Come on down to Tilted Kilt in Wethersfield on the first Tuesday of each month for a bike night – held in conjunction with Gengras Harley-Davidson of East Hartford.

Weather permitting, bike nights are held from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m., and bikers can meet at Gengras and ride together to Tilted Kilt.

There are raffles and also $3 Miller High Life cans. In addition, the event overlaps with Happy Hour so those specials are available a well. 

Gengras Harley-Davidson usually brings different items to hand out, including pens, key chains, stickers, beer koozies, etc. 

There’s no better way to spend these hot summer nights!

Sunday, June 8, 2014

Cruisin' With the Tilted Kilt


Looking for something fun to do in the middle of the week?

Tilted Kilt has just the answer.

Every Wednesday, starting at 5:30 p.m., the Tilted Kilt Wethersfield location holds a cruise night with Radical Rods Car Club in Wethersfield. Drivers begin showing up as early as 4 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. to get a good spot!

Trophies are given out to the top three cars – as decided by Radical Rods – each week. Those three cars are also invited back to a final car show at the end of the summer, which features all the top placing cars from throughout the season.

Tilted Kilt gives each driver a $5 coupon (good for dine-in only) and there are different raffle prizes each week.

Sound like fun? We thought so.

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Meet the Tilted Kilt Girls


Want to get to know the girls at the Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery?

Meet Nicole P., who works at the Wethersfield location.

She is 19 and describes herself as a friendly, driven, and hardworking young woman who has many ambitions and goals for her future.

In addition to working at Tilted Kilt, Nicole is a student at the University of Connecticut and is working on her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

Nicole, who was born in Poland, is also a world finalist for ballroom Latin dancing and is the reigning Miss Polonia Connecticut. Nicole describes this competition as one for girls that want to be role models for the Polish culture.

As part of it, she has done a lot of fundraising events and several cultural events.

After winning the title of Miss Polonia Connecticut, she ran for Miss Polonia USA and tied for the title.

This year, she was in the running for the Tilted Kilt calendar.

Saturday, May 17, 2014

Get Out and Enjoy Some Tilted Kilt Specials


Looking to get out and enjoy some time with the guys or girls? The Tilted Kilt has exactly what you’re looking for.

Every Monday night at 7 p.m., the Wethersfield location holds a trivia night, hosted by DJ Trivia. It is free to play and there is no minimum/maximum team size. First place will receive $30 in Kilt Cash, second place with receive $20 in Kilt Cash, and third place will receive $10 in Kilt Cash.

On the first Tuesday night of the month, a bike night with Gengras Harley-Davidson of East Hartford will be held at the Wethersfield location.

Every Wednesday night in Wethersfield, a Cruise night with Radical Rods Car Club will be held. Trophies are awarded to the first and second place car. Each driver will receive a ticket for a $5 appetizer of the week (dine in only).

Every Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m., the Wethersfield location has $4 14 oz. drafts, which include Longtrail Ale, Longtrail Mostly Cloudy, Abita Purple Haze, and Leinenkugel Summer Shandy.

From 11 p.m. until last call every Monday through Friday, we offer $4 20 oz. drafts, including Budweiser, Bud Light, Coors Light, and Miller Light.

In Milford, the 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. drink specials are on Abita Purple Haze, Sixpoint Sweet Action, Blue Point Spring Fling, and Sheebeen Irish Ale. Captain and cokes and Jeremiah sweet teas are also $4.

The late night drink specials are on Budweiser, Bud Light, Shock Top, and Hooker Blonde. Well liquors also ring up at a discounted price during this time frame.

Both locations also run “Hoppy Hour Specials” from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. and again from 9 p.m. until close.

This includes $2 Pint O’Fries, $3 Slider Town, $4 Corned Beef and Cabbage Spring Rolls, $4 Potato Boxty, $4 Buffalo Chicken Dip, $5 Whiskey Beef, and $5 Celtic Poutine.