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Joe and Elisa Franssen were born in the southern part of
Holland, in the Province Of Zuid Limburg. They have three sons, Peter, Carl and
Michael, all born in The United States. Their family has increased with the
marriage of their sons and at last count they have 11 grandchildren and one
great-grandchild.
Joe and Elisa moved to
Australia in 1954 and in 1958 they came to live in the United States originally
settling in, Seattle, Washington. In 1970 they and their children moved to Oak
Harbor and acquired the Suncrest Motel. With the City's Dutch heritage in mind
the landmark windmill was built, the motel enlarged and the name changed to the
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In October of 1984 they designed and built, KASTEEL FRANSSEN,
a charming European style restaurant designed after the old castles in the
Province of Zuid Limburg. The KASTEEL was built adjacent to the AULD HOLLAND.
Joe and Elisa's long time friend, Master Chef Jean-Paul Combetttes, agreed to
come out of retirement and join them. In 1992, when Jean-Paul again wished to
enter retirement, Executive Chef Scott Fraser came aboard adding his own
distinctive touch. Chef Fraser was trained in classic French cooking in
Vancouver, Canada at the Pierre Dubrulle Culinary School of Arts.
Your Hosts, along with the Family and Staff, look forward to
meeting you and Providing you with a memorable vacation, getaway, or night out!
SEE YOU
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