Amada Restaurant in Philly to Host Special Beer Dinner

by artfuldiner on March 3, 2010

in Breaking News, Pennsylvania, Restaurant Event, Special Events

amada-restaurantOn Monday, March 8th, Chef Jose Garces’ acclaimed Old City Spanish Tapas Bar and Restaurant, Amada, in conjunction with Stoudts Brewing Company, will host a special beer dinner. A reception will be held from 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. followed by a five-course dinner pairing Chef de Cuisine Macgregor Mann’s flavorful culinary offerings with the brewery’s extraordinary brews.

 

The menu will include…

 

Smoked Sea Scallop with Barley risotto

Brew: Oktober Fest

 

American “Brie Style” Cheese in Coral Form with Almond Crackers

Brew: Bock

 

“Hopped” Organic Egg, Black Garlic Purée, Crispy Bacon, and Smoked Trout Roe

Brew: Double IPA

 

Malt-Braised Venison and Caramelized Yogurt

Brew: Fat Dog Stout

 

Dulce de Leche

Brew: Old Abominable Barley Wine

 

The cost is $65.00 per person and reservations are required. For more information, or to make reservations, please call (215) 625-2450.

 

Bon Appétit!

 

TAD

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Brassfield Wine Dinner at Chakra Restaurant

by artfuldiner on March 3, 2010

in Breaking News, New Jersey, Restaurant Event, Special Events, Wine Dinnner, Wining and Dining

chakra3On Monday, March 15th, 6:30 p.m., Chakra Restaurant in Paramus, New Jersey, will be hosting a special wine dinner headlining the extraordinary vintages of Brassfield Estate Winery & Vineyard in Clearlake Oaks, California.

 

Located on High Valley, the vineyard’s unique combination of volcanic and alluvial soils, paired with myriad microclimates, makes it one of the finest spots in the world to cultivate premium-quality grapes. Within the last four years, Brassfield Estate wines have won an amazing 500 awards at the country’s most prestigious wine competitions.

 

Here’s a look-see at the menu and wine pairings…

 

Hors d’Oeuvres

Wine: Pinot Grigio, Brassfield Estate, High Serenity, Lake County, 2007

 

First Course:

Peeky Toe Crab Salad, Avocado, Hearts of Palm, Green Apple Gelée

Wine: Blend, Brassfield Estate, Serenity, Lake County, 2007 (Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Gewürztraminer, Semillon Blanc)

 

Second Course:

Prosciutto-Wrapped Snapper, Baby Chokes, Celery Root, Crushed Fingerling Potatoes, Black Olive Vinaigrette

Wine: Pinot Noir, Brassfield Estate, High Serenity, Lake County, 2006

 

Third Course:

Duo of Beef: Filet and Short Rib, Parsnip Purée, Trumpet Royale Mushrooms, Foie Gras Emulsion

Wine: Zinfandel, Brassfield Estate, Round Mountain Vineyard, Lake County, 2005

 

Dessert Course:

Cherry-Almond Tart

Wine: Blend, Brassfield Estate, Eruption Volcano Ridge Vineyard, Lake County, 2005

 

The cost of the Brassfield wine dinner is $60.00 per person (plus tax & gratuity). Reservations are required. For more information, or to make reservations, please call Chakra at (201) 556-1530.

 

Bon Appétit!

 

TAD

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Tapas at the Bar in the Garden at The Frog and The Peach

by artfuldiner on March 3, 2010

in Breaking News, New Jersey, Restaurant Event, Special Events, Wining and Dining

frog-and-peach2Each Friday in March, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., The Frog and The Peach in New Brunswick, New Jersey, will host tapas and drinks in the garden, a fun and informal gathering on Friday evenings.

 

This is a follow-up to the restaurant’s extremely popular oyster nights this past fall. The chef will be behind the bar in the Garden Room, serving up a range of enticing and inexpensive small plates in the tapas tradition. Spanish wines and sherries will be highlighted, some of the hottest new wines to hit the restaurant’s wine list.

 

Gastronomic possibilities will include…

 

Mussels Vinaigrette

Tomato Emulsion, Crispy Leeks $4.00

 

Toasted Almonds and Marinated Olives $4.00

 

“Tortilla” Espagnola

Layered Potato Cake with Egg and Caramelized Onion $2.00

 

White Anchovy “Pinchos”

Skewers of Marinated Anchovy, Caper Berry, Pickled Chili $1.00

 

Pan con Tomate $2.00

With Local Sheep’s Cheese $4.00

With Serrano Ham $6.00

 

Marinated Rock Shrimp

Pimentón Aioli, Chickpeas $5.00

 

Lamb Meatballs

Yogurt Sauce, Pine Nuts, Mint $6.00

 

Apple and Fennel Salad

Walnuts, Sherry Dressing, Sheep’s Cheese $4.00

 

Wild Mushroom Omelet

Garrotxa Cheese $3.00

 

For more information, please call (732) 846-3216.

 

Bon Appétit!

 

TAD

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CoolVines Tasting Schedules & Events for March 2010

by artfuldiner on March 2, 2010

in Breaking News, New Jersey, Special Events, Wine

coolvinesCoolVines Princeton, New Jersey, and CoolVines Westfield, New Jersey, recently announced their in-store tasting schedules and special events for March…

 

Saturday, 6th, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Free in-store tasting of full-bodied biodynamic Chardonnays: Bertrand LaForge’s Cigalus and Domaine Gerbeaux Pouilly Fuisse.

 

Tuesday, March 9th, 7:00 p.m.: CoolVines and the Blue Bottle Café in Hopewell present a special wine dinner featuring Steve Clifton and his Palmina Wines, $95.00 per person, all-inclusive.

 

Saturday, March 13th, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Free in-store tasting… modern Shiraz vs. traditional Syrah.

 

Saturday, March 13th, 7:00 p.m.: CoolVines and Kevin Zraly partner up with the NJ Medical Society for a charity dinner benefiting the Institute of Medicine & Public Health NJ. A few seats are still available for the event; $250.00 per person.

 

Saturday, March 20th, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Free in-store tasting of white Burgundy: Philippe Colin Chassagne-Montrachet and Marc Colin St. Aubin Premiere Cru.

 

Saturday, March 27th, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Free in-store tasting. Theme: What to pair with weeknight dinners.

 

For more information, please contact owner Mark Censits at (908) 902-1490; email: mark@coolvines.com

 

Cheers!

 

TAD

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Gary’s Wine & Marketplace Presents “Taste of Madison 2010″

by artfuldiner on March 2, 2010

in Breaking News, New Jersey, Special Events, Wining and Dining

garys-wine-taste-of-madisonOn Monday, March 15th, Gary’s Wine & Marketplace will once again sponsor the premiere wine tasting and food event of the year: “Taste of Madison 2010.”

 

The highly anticipated wine and food extravaganza will provide participants with the opportunity to sample signature dishes from more than 30 of Madison’s finest chefs and restaurants, all on one night, all under one roof. This year’s event will once again feature numerous vintners from California’s Napa Valley, including Ladera, HALL, and Vineyard 29, all pouring their own wines.

 

This annual fund-raising event is organized by the Rotary Club of Madison, the Madison Chamber of Commerce, and the Madison Development Commission and will feature food, desserts, wine, beer, and spirits offered by the restaurants and retailers of Madison.

 

“Taste of Madison” will be held on Monday, March 15th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. at the Ferguson Recreation Center, Fairleigh Dickinson University, 285 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ.

 

VIP admission will be from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m., priced at $100.00 per person, which includes complimentary valet parking. Tasting Guild members will receive $10.00 off the VIP admission price. General admission will be from 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. and is priced at $65.00 per person. Tickets may be purchased on line at www.garyswine.com or at all three Gary’s Wine & Marketplace stores: Gary’s Madison, 121 Main Street, (973) 822-0200; Gary’s Bernardsville, 100 Morristown Road, Route 202, (908) 766-6699; and Gary’s Wayne, 1308 Route 23 North, (973) 633-3900.

 

Bon Appétit!

 

TAD

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Weekend Brunch Debut at Distrito in Philly

by artfuldiner on March 1, 2010

in Breaking News, Pennsylvania, Restaurant Event

distritoBeginning this coming Saturday and Sunday, March 6th and 7th, Chef Jose Garces’ modern Mexican Restaurant, Distrito, 3945 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, will debut a weekend brunch. The brunch menu will focus on a host of Mexican flavors, served in Chef Garces’ signature small plates style, and will be served every Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

 

Brunch menu items will include: Chilaquiles, fried egg with Mexican crema, queso fresco, grilled red onions, green chili sauce, and micro cilantro; Torta de Huevos, eggs, queso Oaxaca, Benton’s bacon, avocado, tomato, and crema; Steak and Eggs, Kobe beef with two eggs any style, refried or black beans, and chimichurri sauce; Huevos Rancheros, eggs with roasted tomato and green asparagus; and Torrejas, French toast with cajeta, berries, and Chantilly cream. Prices will range from $8.00 - $15.00. An assortment of brunch-friendly cocktails will also be available during brunch.

 

For more information, or to make a brunch reservation, please call (215) 222-1657.

 

Bon Appétit!

 

TAD

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George Hendry, Master Winemaker, Returns to Stage Left

by artfuldiner on March 1, 2010

in Breaking News, New Jersey, Restaurant Event, Special Events, Wine, Wine Dinner, Wining and Dining

stageleft1On Tuesday, March 9th, master winemaker George Hendry returns to Stage Left in New Brunswick, New Jersey, for a special wine dinner.

 

A nuclear physicist by trade, Mr. Hendry is universally recognized as one of the most talented people growing grapes in California. His cabernet, for example, has been a component in every vintage of Opus One ever made. On March 9th, he will be present to pour and talk about his wines, including some rare vintages not generally available.

 

And Stage Left has constructed an extraordinary menu to match Mr. Hendry’s extraordinary selection of wines…

 

Hors d’Oeuvres

Wine: Pinot Gris, 2008

 

Contemporary Bouillabaisse with Montauk Black Bass, Gulf Shrimp, and Potatoes

Wine: Chardonnay “Barrel Fermented,” 2005

 

Stage Left BLT: House-Smoked Heritage Bacon with Arugula and Tomato Gelée, House-Preserved Dryer Farms Tomatoes, and Olive Oil Sabayon Profiteroles

Wines: Zinfandel “Block 7 & 22,” 2006; Primitivo, 2007

 

Lamb Saddle with Rosemary and Mint

Wine: Pinot Noir, 2007

 

Coffee-Braised Short Ribs with Anson Mills Polenta

Wines: Cabernet Sauvignon, 2005; Zinfandel “Block 28,” 2006

 

Tart of House-Preserved Whiteman Farms Raspberries

Coffee

 

Hors d’oeuvres will be served at 6:30 p.m.; dinner at 7:00 p.m. The cost is $129.00 per person (plus tax and gratuity).  For more information, or to make reservations, please call (732) 828-4444.

 

Bon Appétit!

 

TAD

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Palmina Wines Wine Dinner at Blue Bottle Cafe

by artfuldiner on February 26, 2010

in Breaking News, New Jersey, Restaurant Event, Special Events, Wine, Wine Dinner, Wining and Dining

blue-bottle-cafeOn Tuesday, March 9th, 7:00 p.m., CoolVines and Willette Wine Importers will host a special wine dinner at the Blue Bottle Café, 101 East Broad Street, Hopewell, New Jersey, featuring the vintages of Palmina Vineyards.

 

Doug Salthouse of Willette Wines will be on hand to introduce Steve Clifton, winemaker /owner of Palmina, who will present and discuss each of his wines between courses.

 

Here’s a look-see at the menu and suggested wine pairings…

 

First Course:

Arugula, Belgian Endive, Mango, Serrano Ham, Marcona Almonds, Roasted Shallot-Sherry Vinaigrette

OR

Jail Island Salmon Tartare with Cucumber, Capers, Red Onion, and Lemon-Tahini Vinaigrette

Wine: Brewer-Clifton Santa Rita Hills Chardonnay, 2008

 

Second Course:

House-Made Potato Gnocchi with Sautéed Mushrooms, Red Onions, Spinach, and Truffle-Sherry Vinaigrette

OR

Pan-Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras with Five Spice Pain Perdu, and Molasses-Blood orange Reduction

Wine: Palmina Dolcetto, Santa Barbara County, 2008

 

Third Course:

Pan-Seared Yellowfin Tuna with Soft Polenta, Escarole, Red Onion, Gaeta Olives, and Tomato-Fennel Broth

OR

Day Boat Sea Scallops with Black-Eyed Peas, Turnips, Cremini & Maiitake Mushrooms, Leeks, Pancetta, and Red Wine Reduction

Wine: Palmina Barbera, Santa Barbara County, 2007

 

Fourth Course:

Roasted Breast of Long Island Duckling with Corned Duck & Sweet Potato Hash, Quince Chutney, and Duck Jus

OR

Crepinette of Braised Lamb Shank with Roasted Garlic Spaetzle, Grilled Eggplant, and Natural Reduction

Wine: Palmina Nebbiolo, Santa Barbara County, 2005

 

Fifth Course:

Caramelized Walnut Tart with Brandied Cherries, and Bleu Cheese

OR

Smores Chocolate Tart with Chocolate-Chile Ice Cream

Wine: Sangiovese Passito “Osare”

 

The cost of this special wine dinner is $95.00 per person, all-inclusive. To make reservations, please call (609) 924-0039 or email emily@coolvines.com.

 

Bon Appétit!

 

TAD

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St. Innocent Winery Wine Dinner at Acacia Mid-Town, Richmond, VA

by artfuldiner on February 25, 2010

in Breaking News, Special Events, Wine, Wine Dinner, Wining and Dining

acacia-mid-town1On Sunday, March 14th, Acacia Mid-Town, 2601 West Cary Street, Richmond, Virginia, will hold another in its ongoing series of wine dinners. The focus of attention at this event will be the wines of the St. Innocent Winery in Salem, Oregon; and winemaker Mark Vlossak will be on hand to introduce his extraordinary vintages.

 

The chef will prepare a 4-course meal inspired by Oregon’s Willamette Valley and one of its most captivating varietals, Pinot Noir…

 

Course One:

Salmon Tartar, White Asparagus Cream

Wine: 2008 St. Innocent, Pinot Blanc, Freedom Hill, Willamette Valley

 

Course Two:

Crispy Potato-Wrapped Rouget, Duck Pâté, Vanilla Bean Scented Blood Orange Confit

Wine: 2008 St. Innocent Pinot Gris, Vitae Springs, Willamette Valley

 

Course Three:

Duck Skin-Wrapped Tuna, Oxtail Marmalade, Port Wine Sauce

Wine: 2007 St. Innocent Pinot Noir, Momtazi Vineyard, Willamette Valley

 

Course Four:

Braised Veal Cheek, Artichoke & Yukon Gold Mash, Tomato-Black Olive Sauce

Wine: 2007 St. Innocent Pinot Noir, Shea Vineyard, Willamette Valley

 

The cost of the St. Innocent wine dinner is $65.00 per person. For more information, or to make reservations, please call Acacia at (804) 562-0138.

 

Bon Appétit!

 

TAD

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“Wines of the Southern Hemisphere” at Andre’s

by artfuldiner on February 25, 2010

in Breaking News, New Jersey, Restaurant Event, Special Events, Wine, Wining and Dining

andresThis Coming Sunday, February 28th, Andre’s Restaurant & Wine Boutique in Newton, New Jersey, will host a special wine tasting of “Wines of the Southern Hemisphere.”

 

From 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., participants are invited to sample 8 wines from Argentina, Australia, Chile, and South Africa. Hors d’oeuvres will be served and special case discounts will be offered for purchases.

 

The cost of this special wine tasting is $25.00 per person. For more information, or to reserve your place, please call Andre’s at (973) 300-4192.

 

Cheers!

 

TAD

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