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Smog City Beer Brewmaster Dinner
Rustic Kitchen Presents…our monthly winemaker event with a twist
Dinner with the Brewmaster: An intimate evening of exploration and discovery with a special guest
Jonathan Porter - Owner/Brewmaster - Smog City Brewing Co
Wednesday July 11, 2018
7:00pm
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PAIRING MENU
First Course
Shaved Fennel Salad, Fried Gruyere, Smoked Trout Toast
Little Bo Pils – Czech Style Pilsner
Second Course
Braised Pork ribs, Passion Fruit BBQ Glaze, Jicama Slaw
Devil up a Tree – A Wine Barrel-Aged Sour Ale
Third Course Duo
Beer Battered Fish And Chips, Citrus Mustard Aioli, Capers
IPA ...
Backsberg Winemaker Dinner
Dinner with the Winemaker: An intimate evening of exploration and discovery
Featuring: SIMON BACK, 4th Generation Owner/CEO & Head of Winemaking
Wednesday May 2. 2018 7:00 pm
WINES AND PAIRING MENU
Arrival
2017 Backsberg Pinotage Rosé
First Course
Whipped Ricotta, Apricot Blini, Tempura Fried Spring Onion, Parsley Aioli
2017 Backsberg Chenin Blanc
2017 Backsberg Family Reserve White
Second Course
Curried Mussels, Charred Bread, Glazed Pork Belly, Cauliflower Rice
2014 Backsberg Pinotage
Third Course
Seared Beef Tenderloin, Dark Red Wine Jus, Crab Fritter, Roasted Radishes
2012 Backsberg Klein Babylons ...
The Art of Wine and Wine Tasting April 15, 2018
“The Art of Wine & Wine Tasting” is a fun educational seminar designed to expand participants' appreciation and enjoyment of wine. A novice, or a wine connoisseur, you will have the chance to learn something new and useful about the limitless world of wine and wine tasting in the company of like-minded people and 2 professional Sommeliers, Nadia Pavlevska and John Fanaris, the owner of Rustic Kitchen.
This event is a 2 hours sit-down wine tasting and educational event that covers topics such as:
How to taste and evaluate wine like a pro
How to shop for wine
How to order wine in a restaurant
Food & wine pairing tips
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Burgess Cellars Winemaker Dinner April 4, 2018
Dinner with the Winemaker: An intimate evening of exploration and discovery
Featuring: STEVEN BURGESS, Vintner/President
Wednesday April 4th. 2018 7:00 pm
MENU
Arrival
2015 Burgess Cellars Chardonnay Burnside Road Vineyard Russian River Valley
First Course
Stuffed Zucchini Blossom, Ricotta, Shrimp Toast
2013 Burgess Cellars Mountaineer Red Napa Valley
Second Course
Oxtail Ragu, Ziti Pasta, Creamed Spinach, Fried Parmesan
2013 Burgess Cellars Petit Sirah Napa Valley
Third Course
Beef Braciole, Wild Mushroom-Parsley Stuffing, Red Wine Tomato, Artichoke
2013 Burgess Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
2012 ...
Valentines Day Dinner – February 14, 2018
Wednesday, February 14th 2018
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A Special 3-course Dinner Menu
1st Course Choose One
Bruschetta with Roasted Beet Tartar, Goat Cheese, Rosemary Balsamic Shrimp Bisque, Spicy Shrimp Croquette, Parsley Oil Foie Gras Terrine, Blackberry Jam, Triple Cream Brie, Toasted Brioche
2nd Course Choose One
Filet Mignon, Pink Peppercorn Beurre Blanc,
Seared Sea Scallop, Roasted Red Pepper Coulis, Buttered Leek Risotto
Rigatoni, Pink Vodka Sauce, Blistered Cherry Tomatoes
3rd Course Choose One
Dark Chocolate Mousse, Macerated ...
DAOU Winemaker Dinner with Lizzy Daou February 21, 2018
Dinner with the Winemaker: An intimate evening of exploration and discovery
Featuring: Lizzy Daou, Assistant Winemaker
Wednesday February 21, 2018 7:00 pm
More about Lizzy Daou
WINE PAIRING MENU
Arrival
2016 Daou Rosé Paso Robles Collection
First Course
Jamon Serrano, Grilled Romaine, Fried Manchego
2015 Daou Chardonnay Reserve Paso Robles
Second Course
Braised Stuffed Calamari, Fennel Sausage, Spinach, Heirloom Tomato
2016 Daou Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles
Third Course
Crispy Pork Belly, Charred Baby Leeks, Layered Potato
2015 Daou Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Paso Robles
Fourth Course
Braised Lamb Shank, Torn ...
NEW YEARS EVE DINNER – Sunday December 31, 2017
New Years Eve Dinner
Sunday, December 31, 2017
at 7:30 P.M.
A Special 3-course Dinner from Chef Noelle
1st Course
(Choose One)
Cheese-Charcuterie Plate (add foie gras + $9)
Butter Lettuce Salad blue cheese, candied pecans, roasted heirloom cherry tomatoes, creamy dill vinaigrette (add Lobster + $9)
Fried Oysters, sautéed spinach, walnut cream sauce
+A glass of Laurent-Perrier Brut Champagne
2nd Course
(Choose One)
Chestnut Ravioli cambozola-parsley sauce, shallot confit, wilted spinach
Seafood Cioppino, saffron broth, charred bread
Sliced Prime Rib Roast, green peppercorn sauce, stuffed mushroom, celery root puree
+A glass of ...
Patiné Cellars Winemaker Dinner December 6, 2017
Dinner with the Winemaker: An intimate evening of exploration and discovery
Featuring: Jim Fox, Co-Founder
Wednesday December 6, 2017 7:00 pm
Friends’ enjoying the moments and experiences of tasting fine wine is how our story began.
Individual experiences combining a collective goal to produce world class wines that are defined by power and grace.
PATINÉ (pa-tee-nay) means to have skated in French; an act that requires both power and grace. Jim’s career as a professional hockey player was defined by the game that requires strength, endurance, structure, balance, elegance and skill. It is not a surprise that these are the ...
Gamble Family Vineyards Winemaker Dinner October 25, 2017
Dinner with the Winemaker: An intimate evening of exploration and discovery
featuring: Tom Gamble, Owner/Farmer
Wednesday October 25, 2017 7:00 pm
My (ad)venture in wine seems to me to be a natural progression of history. As a third generation Napa farmer, I have been influenced all my life by my forebears' lives in agriculture. They have left, as part of their legacy, their deep and abiding affinity for the land from which came not only their livelihood, but also a life full of purpose. I am hopeful I can transfer that way of life to yet another generation.
Given this legacy, one does not continue farming for dispassionate ...
Koehler Winemaker Dinner September 27, 2017
Dinner with the Winemaker
An intimate evening of exploration and discovery
featuring: Colin Murphy, Winemaker
and his Rhone Varietals from the Central Coast
Wednesday September 27, 2017 7:00 pm
KOEHLER WINERY
Koehler Winery sits on a spectacularly beautiful 100 acre estate, surrounded by rolling hills and a small riparian stream that gently nestles its way throughout the property. The estate’s storied history includes ownership by one of the most successful television producers in history, renowned for such iconic shows as The Love Boat, Dynasty and Wonder Woman. It was during this period over 40 years ago that the ...