November 18

The Libertine
This month we’ll be featuring the beers of Belhaven, a Scottish brewery that has probably been around since 1719! The dinner starts at 7:00 PM and tickets are $50.00 per person and can be purchased at the bar or over the phone! Come join us for what promises to be an eventful night!
1st Course: Scotch eggs with sprouts and spicy mustard paired with St. Andrews Ale
2nd Course: Turnip soup with vegetable dumpling paired with Wee Heavy
3rd Course: Spinach salad with green tomato and apple chutney paired with Twisted Thistle IPA
4th Course: Lamb shephard’s pie & portobello mushrooms paired with Scottish Ale
5th Course: Chocolate stout cake with shortbread & blackberries paired with Scottish Stout

And who couldn’t use a good Scotch Egg right before we celebrate our own heritage? Get yourself a ticket and come see what fun these beer dinners are!!! Cheers!

November 19
Nonna
Felsina Wine Dinner
Tasting Menu
Thursday, November 19, 2009

5:30 until 10:00, $125 per person. (Regular menu offered as well.)

Maine Lobster with Avocado, 25 Year Balsamic
and Maldon Sea Salt
2007 I Sistri Chardonnay

Tortellini alla Bolognese

2005 Rancia Chianti Classico Riserva

Colorado Lamb Chops with Paula’s Goat Cheese and Roasted Butternut Squash

2004 Fontalloro

Apple and Rum Raisin Zeppole
with Caramel Mascarpone
2000 Felsina Vin Santo

4115 Lomo Alto Dr.
Dallas, TX 75219
(214) 521-1800

November 19
Lawry’s The Prime Rib.
Potato wrapped jumbo prawn seared in Tabasco bacon pan sauce;
2009 Domaine de la Roche St. Martin Nouveau Beaujolais Rosé
•    Autumn salad tossed with dried apricots, sliced almonds, Maytag bleu cheese and dressed with a sweet maple vinaigrette;                                                                  2009 Domaine de Saint-Ennemond Nouveau Beaujolais
•    Horseradish crusted prime filet of beef with blue crab salad and asparagus noodles; 2009 Georges Duboeuf Nouveau Beaujolais
•    Pumpkin mascarpone filled vanilla bean crepes;
2007 Louis Jadot Beaujolais-Villages
Who:    Lawry’s The Prime Rib has been serving Dallas, bringing excellent cuisine and personable service, for 26 years. Guests can enjoy featured dinner entrees such as Chilean Sea Bass, Rib Eye Steaks, Filet Mignon and, of course, the Roasted Prime Rib that made the restaurant famous – from the smaller California Cut to the larger Dallas Cut.
When:        Thursday, November 19, 2009
7 p.m.
Cost:     $69 per guest, plus tax and gratuity
Reservations:    Reservations are required by calling (972) 503-6688 or via email to SGiancotti@Lawrysonline.com with “Beaujolais” in the subject line.
Where:     Lawry’s The Prime Rib
14655 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX 75254
(Just south of Beltline)

November 16

Tre Amici

Tre Amici Prime Steakhouse & Seafood Welcomes David Robertson of The Dalmore,

Global Brand Manager and Master Distiller David Robertson will present The Dalmore 12 Year Single Malt, The Dalmore 15 Year Single Malt, The Dalmore Gran Reserva and The Dalmore King Alexander III with our four course dinner.

Please join us for this special presentation. November 16th, 6:00 pm. $65 a person

~ Appetizers ~

Tre Amici Shrimp Cocktail

Chilled with Horseradish Cocktail Sauce

Mussels ala Vodka

Rhode Island Mussels in Vodka Sauce

~ Salad ~

Caesar Salad

Classic Caesar with Romain Hearts

~ Main Course ~

8oz Prime Filet, topped with a Broiled Shrimp

Served with Wild Mushroom Risotto

~ Dessert ~

Kahlua Cappuccino Cheesecake

Please call Tre Amici for reservations, 972.250.4400. www.thedalmore.com

November  16th
Taverna in Fort Worth
BLACK TRUFFLE WINE DINNER
Monday, November  16th.

ANTIPASTO
Carpaccio di Bue al Tartufo Nero
Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio served with Baby Wild Arugula, Royal Trumpet Mushrooms,
Meyer Lemon dressing, Shaved Parmigiano & Fresh Black Truffles
Lamberti Rose Spumante, Veneto

PRIMO
Taglerini con Salsa di Tatufo Nero
Fresh White Taglerini tossed with Fresh Black Truffles & Butter Sauce
Produttori Nebbiolo Langhe, Piedmont

SECONDO
Carre di Agnello con Tartufo Nero
Whole Roasted Colorado Baby Rack of Lamb finished with Caramelized Shallots,
Fresh Black Truffle Sauce, Scalloped Potato & Sautéed Green Swiss Chard
Ca Bianco Barolo,Piedmont

DOLCI
Pere al Vino Rosso con Gelato
Poached Fresh Pear with Red Wine, Chocolate sauce & Fior di Latte Gelato
Florus Moscadello di Montalcino, Tuscany

$65.00 per person plus tax & gratuity.
Sundance Square, 450 Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, 817-885-7502
www.tavernaftworth.com

November 17

Rathbun’s Blue Plate Kitchen

Rathbun’s Blue Plate Kitchen, 6:30 pm

Featuring Texas’ Highly Acclaimed Winery Kiepersol

Kiepersol Wine Dinner

with Owner Pierre de Wet

$75 per person plus tax and 20% gratuity

Menu:

PASSED

Hamachi, Grapefruit Sorbet, Shiso

Nantucket Bay Scallop “Pot Pie”

Vit Sangria

1ST COURSE

Round Rock Honey Glazed Rotisserie Pheasant

Roasted Apple-Turnip Hash, Lemon-Sage Gravy

Kiepersol, Semillion 2007

2ND COURSE

Rosemary-Molasses Braised Pork Belly

Pancetta-White Bean Cassoulet

Kiepersol, Cabernet Sauvignon 2006

3RD COURSE

Lamb Osso Buco, Ricotta-Dried Cherry Bread Pudding

Port-Cabrales Demi

Kiepersol, Barrel No. 33 2006

4TH COURSE

Sʼmorelicious

Kiepersol, Syrah 2006

$75 plus tax and 20% gratuity per person

Reservations Required

Julie Baker

214-250-7664

November 17th
Le Technique Restaurant
Le Cordon Bleu Dallas
11830 Webb Chapel Rd.

Dallas, TX  75234

6 pm
$24++ (plus tax and gratuity) Per PersonPlease Join the Le Cordon Bleu Slow Food Student Chapter for a Cognac and Armagnac Dinner and Tasting.  (The dinner menu is detailed below.)

Enjoy a fabulous, student-prepared three-course dinner in the Le Cordon Bleu Dallas’ Le Technique restaurant followed by a presentation and tasting of Cognac and Armagnac.  We will learn about the unique characteristics of each eau-de-vie from the terroir to the distillation and ageing processes.

The tasting is included in the price of the dinner.

Mr. Alain Royer will lead the tasting.  Mr. Royer is a master Cognac blender. Born and raised in Cognac, Mr. Royer worked in his family’s Cognac business and built his own venture that was sold to a large spirits conglomerate.  Mr. Royer is a renowned ambassador for French spirits in the United States and currently resides in Bordeaux.

PLEASE NOTE:
- Attendance is limited to 20 people.
- RSVPs will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Please RSVP directly to me:  sandy@lifeatthetable.com
- Le Technique is no longer BYOB.  Wine will be available to order to accompany dinner at an additional cost.
Dinner Menu (subject to change):
F I R S T  COUR S E
Butter Poached Lobster Salad
Boston Bibb and Frisée, Blood Orange Supremes,
Toasted Almonds, Vanilla Oil, Fried Salsify, Citrus Vinaigrette

I N T E R ME Z Z O
Pomegranate Sorbet

MA I N  COUR S E
Veal Osso Bucco
Slow Braised Veal Shank, Pommes Purée,
Braised Belgain Endive, Braising Reduction, Fried Sage

DE S S E R T
Winter Squash Bread Pudding
Roasted Butternut & Acorn Squash, Texas Pecans,
Brioche, Crème Chantilly, Bourbon Caramel

November 17
Seventh Street Shuffle
Renowned Food and Travel Journalist Starts Foodie Driven Culinary Tour Company
June Naylor along with partner Cynthia Wahl announces the launch of Texas Toast Culinary Tours

Fort Worth, TX – Every day, cuisine-savvy people in Texas discover more to love about the food and wine originating here. The only trouble is, it’s not always easy to figure out where the best bites and sips await. And sometimes it’s a trick to sort through all the new offerings coming to the fore. Enter Texas Toast Culinary Tours, a new outfit with deep roots in the Lone Star food and wine world. With Texas Toast, foodies get epicurean expertise to lead them down all the right roads in Dallas and Fort Worth and more. Founded in September by well-known dining critic, cookbook author and food/travel journalist June Naylor, Texas Toast shows food lovers where the taste thrills await and who makes food and wine around here downright artful. Texas Toast partner Cynthia Wahl, a longtime colleague of June’s from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and a graphic designer, helps craft these culinary adventures. Together the pair is plotting paths that the demanding palate will devour with pleasure.

Among the initial events offered by Texas Toast is a series of tasting tours. Each is called a Feeding Frenzy, created for locals and visitors who want a behind-the-scenes look at the most popular restaurants, wine outfits, food producers and brewers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The typical Feeding Frenzy outing will happen twice a month, giving guests a chance a chance to eat one small course, with a special wine or cocktail pairing, usually at three different places. Participating restaurants will be linked by neighborhood or cuisine, and guests will get face-time with chefs, talking about what inspires them and how their creations come to life.

By mid 2010, Texas Toast Culinary Tours will also design similar tasting tours for Austin and San Antonio. In spring 2010, the company will launch its Texas Toast Road Trips, with three- to five-day tasting itineraries in the Texas Hill Country, San Antonio and the Big Bend Country in West Texas. By late 2010, Texas Tours will announce plans for tasting trips to New Orleans, Santa Fe and New York.

Texas Tours will also work with clients to customize tours for groups, as desired. These may include:
Half-day tours: Visit a cheesemaker, artisan bakery, wine cellar, or specialty market for tour and tasting; or take a cooking class with noted chef; or enjoy a wine or food seminar with an expert; then top it off with lunch at a leading restaurant. 4 to 5 hours, morning or afternoon.
Full-day tours: Combine several of the ideas found in the half-day tours and include lunch or dinner. 8 hours.
Multi-day tours: Each day has a theme, with choices that might include ethnic cuisines; pairing wines and foods; local and regional foods; the Texas Trilogy: barbecue, Tex-Mex, and steaks; and celebrity chefs. As noted above, the itinerary can incorporate visits to see food/wine production, specialty markets, tastings, seminars, cooking demos or classes, and meals with appropriate wines or other beverages.
And more: It’s easy to add in museum visits, shopping, spa treatments and live music as needed.

You can read more about Texas Toast plans and experiences on June’s blog at http://www.junenaylor.com, and you can follow updates on Facebook (Texas Toast Culinary Tours) and Twitter ( http://twitter.com/TexasToastTours) For press inquiries please contact Beth Hutson at 817-602-0211 or beth@hutsoncreative.com. For additional details on culinary tours, please view http://www.texastoastculinarytours.com contact 817-239-1634 or email texastoastculinarytours@yahoo.com.

About Texas Toast:
Partner June Naylor is an award-winning travel journalist, dining critic, and food writer with more than 20 years of experience. A Fort Worth native and a sixth-generation Texan who was was raised in Dallas and educated at Texas Christian University, June is a lifelong student of food, cooking and culture in Texas and the Southwest. A child of food-loving parents, June began creating things in the kitchen before she learned long division, and she’s taken cooking classes from Dallas to Bangkok. Over the years, she’s interviewed food celebrities such as Wolfgang Puck, Jacques Pepin, and John Besh, hosted a food-and-travel radio show and taken friends on food trips at home and abroad. June has written two cookbooks with Fort Worth cook and restaurateur Grady Spears and has another in the works with Austin/Fort Worth chef and restaurateur Louis Lambert. Texas Toast partner Cynthia Wahl comes to Texas by way of Wisconsin (born there) and Colorado (schooled there).  After spending 20 years as art director for several publications at the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, she decided to follow her epicurean passions. Although art and design have been her vocation, an adulation of Texas food and wine was raised to a higher level when she became friends with June Naylor pretty much the first day she worked at the paper. Through numerous girlfriend trips around Texas and the nation, the two have eaten like royalty while also taste-testing tequilas and emptying some nice bottles of wine. Cynthia is married to Jeff Cunningham, a native Texan, and has two teenage sons who eat an awful lot.

November 17 & 18
Cru A Wine Bar
Cru ~ A Wine Bar is proud to be hosting a wine dinner featuring Barolo wines paired with rare White Truffles from Oregon. Cru’s Truffle event is truly remarkable due to the rarity and high demand of the magnificent white truffle. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy the best in Italian Barolo wines and this exceptional culinary treat!
The famed white truffle is one of the world’s most prized delicacies. Once exclusive to Italy, the white truffles are grown predominantly in the soils of Piemonte’s Alba zone, home to the King of Italian wine, Barolo. Wine Aficionados claim that “Barolo is the Burgundy of Italy”, a wine of great perfume, body and size with the classic nose of “tar and roses”. Paired together, these noble wines and the “white diamond” of the earth, deliver the ultimate gastronomic experience.
Oregon is also blessed with an abundance of wild truffles with culinary qualities equal to those of Europe. Oregon has the perfect climate for cultivation of the renowned French truffles. Oregon Truffles Grow in the Willamette Valley Region of Oregon from November thru January. As the ultimate culinary delicacies, truffles are emblematic of the good life in every region where they grow.
Cru Corporate Chef Paul Singhapong has created a special five course menu that features items that highlight the delicate truffle flavors and complement the rich Barolo wines. Alfonso Cevola, CSW, will be on hand to present the Barolo wines and highlight the flavor pairings. Alfonso is a Certified Specialist in Wine and a Special Contributor to the Dallas Morning News and Sommelier Journal. He is an italian wine ambassador who translates the Italian experience
Barolo & White Truffles Wine Dinner Menu
Reception
White Truffle Pizza
fontina cheese, roasted chanterelle mushrooms, basil-walnut pesto & white truffle oil
Arneis, Pio Cesare, 2008
1st Course
Pepper-Seared Beef Carpaccio
roasted baby artichokes, fennel & arugula salad, black truffle aioli Shaved Black Truffles Barbaresco, Produttori del Barbaresco “Torre”, 2005
2nd Course
Angolloti Fonduta
egg ravioli filled with fontina cheese, white truffle sage brown butter & balsamic syrup Shaved White Truffles
Barolo, “Lecinquevigne”, Damilano, 2004
3rd Course
Roasted Veal Loin
porcini thyme mushroom filling with braised granny smith truffle apples, barolo wine raisin demi Shaved White Truffles
Barolo, DOCG, Pio Cesare, 2005
4th Course
Gianduia Crème Brûlée
Brachetto d’Acqui, “Rosa Regale” Castello Banfi, 2008
The Barolo & White Truffles Wine Dinner will be held Tuesday, November 17th at Cru Shops at Legacy in Plano, and Wednesday, November 18th at Cru West Village in Dallas and Cru Watters Creek in Allen. Reception at 6:30pm and Dinner at 7pm.
The dinner is $69/person. Space is limited so please call Crú to reserve your seats today!
Crú ~ A Wine Bar
WEST VILLAGE – 3699 McKinney Ave., Dallas 214/526-9463
SHOPS AT LEGACY – 7201 Bishop Rd., Plano 972/312-9463
WATTERS CREEK – 842 Market St., Allen 972/908-2532
November 17
Tramontana’s Jacuzzi Family Vineyards Wine Dinner
Tuesday November 17, 2009
$50 per person
7:00 Reception
7:30 Dinner
Menu
Reception
Wild Mushroom Risotto Cakes- Truffle Aioli
Brie Cheese en Croute
JACUZZI PINOT NOIR 2006- CARNEROS
—–
Dinner
Housemade Chicken Raviolis with Sage Brown Butter- Chevre Salad
JACUZZI ROSSO DI SETTE FRATELLI MERLOT 2004- SONOMA
—–
Slow Roasted Porquetta with Sea Salt, Cracked Pepper & Herbs- Natural Jus
JACUZZI BARBERA 2007- MENDOCINO
—–
Hickory Grilled Bistecca Fiorentina – Crispy Onions
CLINE CELLARS BRIDGEHEAD ZINFANDEL 2006- CONTRA COSTA
—–
Dark Chocolate Mousse

November 19
Lawry’s The Prime Rib.
Potato wrapped jumbo prawn seared in Tabasco bacon pan sauce;
2009 Domaine de la Roche St. Martin Nouveau Beaujolais Rosé
•    Autumn salad tossed with dried apricots, sliced almonds, Maytag bleu cheese and dressed with a sweet maple vinaigrette;                                                                  2009 Domaine de Saint-Ennemond Nouveau Beaujolais
•    Horseradish crusted prime filet of beef with blue crab salad and asparagus noodles; 2009 Georges Duboeuf Nouveau Beaujolais
•    Pumpkin mascarpone filled vanilla bean crepes;
2007 Louis Jadot Beaujolais-Villages

Who:    Lawry’s The Prime Rib has been serving Dallas, bringing excellent cuisine and personable service, for 26 years. Guests can enjoy featured dinner entrees such as Chilean Sea Bass, Rib Eye Steaks, Filet Mignon and, of course, the Roasted Prime Rib that made the restaurant famous – from the smaller California Cut to the larger Dallas Cut.

When:        Thursday, November 19, 2009
7 p.m.

Cost:     $69 per guest, plus tax and gratuity

Reservations:    Reservations are required by calling (972) 503-6688 or via email to SGiancotti@Lawrysonline.com with “Beaujolais” in the subject line.

Where:     Lawry’s The Prime Rib
14655 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX 75254
(Just south of Beltline)

November 4
Hector’s On Henderson. Wednesday, November 4, Chris Chapman will feature 8 wines from 5 PM to 7:30 PM. All featured wines are $6 per glass and I provide FREE appetizers at the bar. There’s no better deal.Stay for dinner and enjoy our Two for $20 Meal. It’s two courses with choices (including vegetarian) for only $20. Can’t beat it.Enjoy the music of John Freeman from 7 to 10 PM. 214-821-0432

November 6
Adelmo’s. Featuring a five-course, five-wine dinner on Friday, Nov. 6 at 6:30. $50.00 per person plus tax and gratuity. The menu is here.

November 10
Urbano Café. Mitch and Kristen Kauffman love to do their own thing. They are hosting a BYOB five-course wine dinner on November 10th. Customers are encouraged to bring a nice wine and share with others. Details on their website. 214-823-8550.

November 10
Tre Amici. Tre Amici welcomes Robert Rex, winemaker and owner of Deerfield Ranch Winery. Piano music by Adrian King. $99 per person. Full menu and details below. 972-250-4400.

November 10
Dali Wine Bar & Restaurant. Announces Hirsch Wine Tasting featuring the highly acclaimed wines from Hirsch Vineyards, Sonoma County. Special guest is Jasmine Hirsch, daughter of founder David Hirsch, and will offer a complimentary tasting of the famed Hirsch wines from 5:45 until 7:45pm.  For your convenience, Dali is pleased to offer special retail pricing and sales of these allocated wines. Details below. 214-6461947

November  16th
Taverna in Fort Worth.Black Truffle Wine Dinner. $65.00 per person plus tax & gratuity. Full menu and details below. 817-885-7502

November 17
Le Cordon Bleu Dallas. Cognac and Armagnac Dinner and Tasting. Please Join the Le Cordon Bleu Slow Food Student Chapter for a Cognac and Armagnac Dinner and Tasting. Only $24 per person. The dinner menu detailed below.

November 17
Seventh Street Shuffle in Fort Worth. Dining critic, cookbook author, and food/travel journalist June Naylor and her partner Cynthia Wahl will kick-off their new culinary adventures company, Texas Toast , with a progressive dinner. The evening begins at 6:30 at Eddie V’s and proceeds to Saint Emilion and Lanny’s Alta Mexican Cocina in Fort Worth. Tickets are $75. Details on their website and below.

November 17
Tramontana. Jacuzzi Family Vineyards Wine Dinner. Enjoy an evening of great food and wine and taste the California family’s wines that honor their Italian heritage. Advantage wine representative Bill Rich will talk about the wines and the family’s interesting history, which of course includes the water spa that bears their name. $50 per person. Menu below. 214-368-4188.

November 17& 18
Crú, A Wine Bar. A wine dinner featuring Barolo wines paired with rare white truffles from Oregon. Cru’s Truffle event is truly remarkable due to the rarity and high demand of the magnificent white truffle. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy the best in Italian Barolo wines and this exceptional culinary treat! Shops at Legacy (Plano) on Tuesday, November 17th; West Village (Dallas) on Wednesday, November 18th; Watters Creek (Allen) on Wednesday, November 18th. Featured Guest Speaker: Alfonso Cevola. Details below.

November 19
Lawry’s The Prime Rib. Join Lawry’s For The Release Of The 2009 Nouveau Beaujolais Wines. The world celebrates with France each year on the third Thursday of November. This day marks the release of the nouveau Beaujolais wines. The harvesting of the grapes this year took place from August 27th through September 22nd.  Join Lawry’s and guest speaker Steve Giancotti to be among the first in Dallas to enjoy this years vintage; said to be the best in the past 50 years! Menu and details below.

November 10
Tre Amici. Tre Amici welcomes Robert Rex, winemaker and owner of
Deerfield Ranch Winery. Piano music by Adrian King. $99 per person. 972.250.4400

Join us for this special presentation
November 10th
7:00 pm
Live pianist Adrian King will accompany
$99 a person
Appetizer ~
2004 Deerfield Ranch Sangiovese
Piatto di Formaggi
Featuring Maytag Blue Cheese, Fontina, Goat Cheese, Manchego,
Smoked Gouda, Brie, and English Cheddar with Guinness
Salad ~
2006 Deerfield Ranch Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma Valley
Tre Amici Salad
Main Course ~
2002 Deerfield Ranch Super T-Rex, North Coast
8oz Prime Filet wrapped with Applewood Smoked Bacon,
Accompanied with our Gorgonzola Sauce
Dessert~
2004 Deerfield Ranch Shiraz Cuvee
Kahlua Cappuccino Cheesecake
Please call Tre Amici for reservations
972.250.4400
Deerfield Ranch Winery
http://www.deerfieldranch.com/

November 10
Dali Wine Bar & Restaurant
What:            Hirsch Vineyards Complimentary Wine Tasting

When:            Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Where:        Dali Bar, 1722 Routh St., One Arts Plaza, Arts District

Reservations:      Please RSVP at 214-6461947 or paulpinnell@sbcglobal.net

Parking:        Complimentary Valet from 5:45-6:00pm, $2 self parking

Wines to be Tasted:
2008 Bohan Dillon Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
This pinot noir expresses the complexity of the site at Hirsch Vineyards. It is a blend of seventeen fermentation lots containing the fruit of thirty-four discreet farming blocks. All five of the pinot noir clones farmed here are fully represented. Ninety-seven percent of the fruit is estate; the balance is from the adjoining Hellenthal ranch. Thirty per cent is from the older fields; the balance from newer plantings. It is important to note that this wine is made in exactly the same way as the Hirsch and from the same fruit. In other words, it is a true ‘village’ wine and represents exceptional value.
2007Hirsch “M” Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
Deep ruby. Exotic spice top note, with layers of leather, cedar, earth, loganberry and raspberry. Rich flavors of plum and ripe berry evolve to a mouth-filling, silken mid-palate showing great finesse textually as the acid structure refreshes the palate and carries the flavors to a sustained, layered finish and the loamy earth notes return.
2006 Hirsch Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
Garnet. Primary fruit aromas have evolved to a bouquet of earth, leather and sandalwood, with a touch of baking spice. On the palate, mature plum, smoked meat, and mineral flavors dance with a velvet texture across the tongue, leading to an expansive finish of dark plum, espresso and hints of woodsmoke. A suave, seductive wine.

November  16th
Taverna in Fort Worth
BLACK TRUFFLE WINE DINNER
Monday, November  16th.

ANTIPASTO
Carpaccio di Bue al Tartufo Nero
Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio served with Baby Wild Arugula, Royal Trumpet Mushrooms,
Meyer Lemon dressing, Shaved Parmigiano & Fresh Black Truffles
Lamberti Rose Spumante, Veneto

PRIMO
Taglerini con Salsa di Tatufo Nero
Fresh White Taglerini tossed with Fresh Black Truffles & Butter Sauce
Produttori Nebbiolo Langhe, Piedmont

SECONDO
Carre di Agnello con Tartufo Nero
Whole Roasted Colorado Baby Rack of Lamb finished with Caramelized Shallots,
Fresh Black Truffle Sauce, Scalloped Potato & Sautéed Green Swiss Chard
Ca Bianco Barolo,Piedmont

DOLCI
Pere al Vino Rosso con Gelato
Poached Fresh Pear with Red Wine, Chocolate sauce & Fior di Latte Gelato
Florus Moscadello di Montalcino, Tuscany

$65.00 per person plus tax & gratuity.
Sundance Square, 450 Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, 817-885-7502
www.tavernaftworth.com

November 17th
Le Technique Restaurant
Le Cordon Bleu Dallas
11830 Webb Chapel Rd.

Dallas, TX  75234

6 pm
$24++ (plus tax and gratuity) Per PersonPlease Join the Le Cordon Bleu Slow Food Student Chapter for a Cognac and Armagnac Dinner and Tasting.  (The dinner menu is detailed below.)

Enjoy a fabulous, student-prepared three-course dinner in the Le Cordon Bleu Dallas’ Le Technique restaurant followed by a presentation and tasting of Cognac and Armagnac.  We will learn about the unique characteristics of each eau-de-vie from the terroir to the distillation and ageing processes.

The tasting is included in the price of the dinner.

Mr. Alain Royer will lead the tasting.  Mr. Royer is a master Cognac blender. Born and raised in Cognac, Mr. Royer worked in his family’s Cognac business and built his own venture that was sold to a large spirits conglomerate.  Mr. Royer is a renowned ambassador for French spirits in the United States and currently resides in Bordeaux.

PLEASE NOTE:
- Attendance is limited to 20 people.
- RSVPs will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Please RSVP directly to me:  sandy@lifeatthetable.com
- Le Technique is no longer BYOB.  Wine will be available to order to accompany dinner at an additional cost.
Dinner Menu (subject to change):
F I R S T  COUR S E
Butter Poached Lobster Salad
Boston Bibb and Frisée, Blood Orange Supremes,
Toasted Almonds, Vanilla Oil, Fried Salsify, Citrus Vinaigrette

I N T E R ME Z Z O
Pomegranate Sorbet

MA I N  COUR S E
Veal Osso Bucco
Slow Braised Veal Shank, Pommes Purée,
Braised Belgain Endive, Braising Reduction, Fried Sage

DE S S E R T
Winter Squash Bread Pudding
Roasted Butternut & Acorn Squash, Texas Pecans,
Brioche, Crème Chantilly, Bourbon Caramel

November 17
Seventh Street Shuffle
Renowned Food and Travel Journalist Starts Foodie Driven Culinary Tour Company
June Naylor along with partner Cynthia Wahl announces the launch of Texas Toast Culinary Tours

Fort Worth, TX – Every day, cuisine-savvy people in Texas discover more to love about the food and wine originating here. The only trouble is, it’s not always easy to figure out where the best bites and sips await. And sometimes it’s a trick to sort through all the new offerings coming to the fore. Enter Texas Toast Culinary Tours, a new outfit with deep roots in the Lone Star food and wine world. With Texas Toast, foodies get epicurean expertise to lead them down all the right roads in Dallas and Fort Worth and more. Founded in September by well-known dining critic, cookbook author and food/travel journalist June Naylor, Texas Toast shows food lovers where the taste thrills await and who makes food and wine around here downright artful. Texas Toast partner Cynthia Wahl, a longtime colleague of June’s from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and a graphic designer, helps craft these culinary adventures. Together the pair is plotting paths that the demanding palate will devour with pleasure.

Among the initial events offered by Texas Toast is a series of tasting tours. Each is called a Feeding Frenzy, created for locals and visitors who want a behind-the-scenes look at the most popular restaurants, wine outfits, food producers and brewers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The typical Feeding Frenzy outing will happen twice a month, giving guests a chance a chance to eat one small course, with a special wine or cocktail pairing, usually at three different places. Participating restaurants will be linked by neighborhood or cuisine, and guests will get face-time with chefs, talking about what inspires them and how their creations come to life.

By mid 2010, Texas Toast Culinary Tours will also design similar tasting tours for Austin and San Antonio. In spring 2010, the company will launch its Texas Toast Road Trips, with three- to five-day tasting itineraries in the Texas Hill Country, San Antonio and the Big Bend Country in West Texas. By late 2010, Texas Tours will announce plans for tasting trips to New Orleans, Santa Fe and New York.

Texas Tours will also work with clients to customize tours for groups, as desired. These may include:
Half-day tours: Visit a cheesemaker, artisan bakery, wine cellar, or specialty market for tour and tasting; or take a cooking class with noted chef; or enjoy a wine or food seminar with an expert; then top it off with lunch at a leading restaurant. 4 to 5 hours, morning or afternoon.
Full-day tours: Combine several of the ideas found in the half-day tours and include lunch or dinner. 8 hours.
Multi-day tours: Each day has a theme, with choices that might include ethnic cuisines; pairing wines and foods; local and regional foods; the Texas Trilogy: barbecue, Tex-Mex, and steaks; and celebrity chefs. As noted above, the itinerary can incorporate visits to see food/wine production, specialty markets, tastings, seminars, cooking demos or classes, and meals with appropriate wines or other beverages.
And more: It’s easy to add in museum visits, shopping, spa treatments and live music as needed.

You can read more about Texas Toast plans and experiences on June’s blog at http://www.junenaylor.com, and you can follow updates on Facebook (Texas Toast Culinary Tours) and Twitter ( http://twitter.com/TexasToastTours) For press inquiries please contact Beth Hutson at 817-602-0211 or beth@hutsoncreative.com. For additional details on culinary tours, please view http://www.texastoastculinarytours.com contact 817-239-1634 or email texastoastculinarytours@yahoo.com.

About Texas Toast:
Partner June Naylor is an award-winning travel journalist, dining critic, and food writer with more than 20 years of experience. A Fort Worth native and a sixth-generation Texan who was was raised in Dallas and educated at Texas Christian University, June is a lifelong student of food, cooking and culture in Texas and the Southwest. A child of food-loving parents, June began creating things in the kitchen before she learned long division, and she’s taken cooking classes from Dallas to Bangkok. Over the years, she’s interviewed food celebrities such as Wolfgang Puck, Jacques Pepin, and John Besh, hosted a food-and-travel radio show and taken friends on food trips at home and abroad. June has written two cookbooks with Fort Worth cook and restaurateur Grady Spears and has another in the works with Austin/Fort Worth chef and restaurateur Louis Lambert. Texas Toast partner Cynthia Wahl comes to Texas by way of Wisconsin (born there) and Colorado (schooled there).  After spending 20 years as art director for several publications at the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, she decided to follow her epicurean passions. Although art and design have been her vocation, an adulation of Texas food and wine was raised to a higher level when she became friends with June Naylor pretty much the first day she worked at the paper. Through numerous girlfriend trips around Texas and the nation, the two have eaten like royalty while also taste-testing tequilas and emptying some nice bottles of wine. Cynthia is married to Jeff Cunningham, a native Texan, and has two teenage sons who eat an awful lot.

November 17 & 18
Cru A Wine Bar
Cru ~ A Wine Bar is proud to be hosting a wine dinner featuring Barolo wines paired with rare White Truffles from Oregon. Cru’s Truffle event is truly remarkable due to the rarity and high demand of the magnificent white truffle. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy the best in Italian Barolo wines and this exceptional culinary treat!
The famed white truffle is one of the world’s most prized delicacies. Once exclusive to Italy, the white truffles are grown predominantly in the soils of Piemonte’s Alba zone, home to the King of Italian wine, Barolo. Wine Aficionados claim that “Barolo is the Burgundy of Italy”, a wine of great perfume, body and size with the classic nose of “tar and roses”. Paired together, these noble wines and the “white diamond” of the earth, deliver the ultimate gastronomic experience.
Oregon is also blessed with an abundance of wild truffles with culinary qualities equal to those of Europe. Oregon has the perfect climate for cultivation of the renowned French truffles. Oregon Truffles Grow in the Willamette Valley Region of Oregon from November thru January. As the ultimate culinary delicacies, truffles are emblematic of the good life in every region where they grow.
Cru Corporate Chef Paul Singhapong has created a special five course menu that features items that highlight the delicate truffle flavors and complement the rich Barolo wines. Alfonso Cevola, CSW, will be on hand to present the Barolo wines and highlight the flavor pairings. Alfonso is a Certified Specialist in Wine and a Special Contributor to the Dallas Morning News and Sommelier Journal. He is an italian wine ambassador who translates the Italian experience
Barolo & White Truffles Wine Dinner Menu
Reception
White Truffle Pizza
fontina cheese, roasted chanterelle mushrooms, basil-walnut pesto & white truffle oil
Arneis, Pio Cesare, 2008
1st Course
Pepper-Seared Beef Carpaccio
roasted baby artichokes, fennel & arugula salad, black truffle aioli Shaved Black Truffles Barbaresco, Produttori del Barbaresco “Torre”, 2005
2nd Course
Angolloti Fonduta
egg ravioli filled with fontina cheese, white truffle sage brown butter & balsamic syrup Shaved White Truffles
Barolo, “Lecinquevigne”, Damilano, 2004
3rd Course
Roasted Veal Loin
porcini thyme mushroom filling with braised granny smith truffle apples, barolo wine raisin demi Shaved White Truffles
Barolo, DOCG, Pio Cesare, 2005
4th Course
Gianduia Crème Brûlée
Brachetto d’Acqui, “Rosa Regale” Castello Banfi, 2008
The Barolo & White Truffles Wine Dinner will be held Tuesday, November 17th at Cru Shops at Legacy in Plano, and Wednesday, November 18th at Cru West Village in Dallas and Cru Watters Creek in Allen. Reception at 6:30pm and Dinner at 7pm.
The dinner is $69/person. Space is limited so please call Crú to reserve your seats today!
Crú ~ A Wine Bar
WEST VILLAGE – 3699 McKinney Ave., Dallas 214/526-9463
SHOPS AT LEGACY – 7201 Bishop Rd., Plano 972/312-9463
WATTERS CREEK – 842 Market St., Allen 972/908-2532
November 17
Tramontana’s Jacuzzi Family Vineyards Wine Dinner
Tuesday November 17, 2009
$50 per person
7:00 Reception
7:30 Dinner
Menu
Reception
Wild Mushroom Risotto Cakes- Truffle Aioli
Brie Cheese en Croute
JACUZZI PINOT NOIR 2006- CARNEROS
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Dinner
Housemade Chicken Raviolis with Sage Brown Butter- Chevre Salad
JACUZZI ROSSO DI SETTE FRATELLI MERLOT 2004- SONOMA
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Slow Roasted Porquetta with Sea Salt, Cracked Pepper & Herbs- Natural Jus
JACUZZI BARBERA 2007- MENDOCINO
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Hickory Grilled Bistecca Fiorentina – Crispy Onions
CLINE CELLARS BRIDGEHEAD ZINFANDEL 2006- CONTRA COSTA
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Dark Chocolate Mousse

November 19
Lawry’s The Prime Rib.
Potato wrapped jumbo prawn seared in Tabasco bacon pan sauce;
2009 Domaine de la Roche St. Martin Nouveau Beaujolais Rosé
•    Autumn salad tossed with dried apricots, sliced almonds, Maytag bleu cheese and dressed with a sweet maple vinaigrette;                                                                  2009 Domaine de Saint-Ennemond Nouveau Beaujolais
•    Horseradish crusted prime filet of beef with blue crab salad and asparagus noodles; 2009 Georges Duboeuf Nouveau Beaujolais
•    Pumpkin mascarpone filled vanilla bean crepes;
2007 Louis Jadot Beaujolais-Villages

Who:    Lawry’s The Prime Rib has been serving Dallas, bringing excellent cuisine and personable service, for 26 years. Guests can enjoy featured dinner entrees such as Chilean Sea Bass, Rib Eye Steaks, Filet Mignon and, of course, the Roasted Prime Rib that made the restaurant famous – from the smaller California Cut to the larger Dallas Cut.

When:        Thursday, November 19, 2009
7 p.m.

Cost:     $69 per guest, plus tax and gratuity

Reservations:    Reservations are required by calling (972) 503-6688 or via email to SGiancotti@Lawrysonline.com with “Beaujolais” in the subject line.

Where:     Lawry’s The Prime Rib
14655 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX 75254
(Just south of Beltline)

October 30
Bailey’s Prime Plus at Park Lane. Four-Course Wine Dinner featuring the wines of B.R. Cohn. Executive Chef Israel Voirin and Sommelier Jeff Ivy present an exciting wine pairing dinner. Full menu and pairings below.

Sunday, November 1
Cafe on the Green. Halloween Sunday Brunch. Let the kiddos dress in costume for one more day, and enjoy a great holiday brunch at Cafe on the Green!  You’ll have a spooky good time!  Kids under 12 that come dressed in costume dine for free! Menu and details below.

Monday, November 2
Ferrari’s Flight Neighborhood Oven. California Dreaming on November 2 at Ferrari’s Flight Neighborhood Oven at 7:00 PM. Chef Stefano Secchi will showcase a tasting that will feature 8 California wines with Thanksgiving side dishes. The cost is a mere $15.00 (per person) and will include cooking instruction from Chef Stefano on side dishes. Menu and details below.

Friday, November 6
Adelmo’s. Aldelmo’s is having a Wine dinner on Friday, Nov. 6 at 6:30. It features 5 wines and 5 courses for $50.00, plus tax and gratuity. Take a look at the menu.

Friday, November 6
Nana. Friday Night Flight. The first Friday of every month, Nana at Hilton Anatole hosts a wine and food flight trio for only $20 (excluding tax and gratuity), a gourmet tasting of haute cuisine paired with choice wines.  For the month of November, the restaurant will highlight Cabernet Sauvignon, the premier red wine grape around the world, from Stephen Vincent, Obsidian Ridge and Cannonball wineries.  November’s Friday Night Flight is on November 6 between 6pm – 8pm.  Reservations are highly recommended by calling 214.761.7470. Menu and details below.

November 8th
Stephan Pyles. A Decade Of Dining. 10th Anniversary Of Stephan Pyles Celebrity Chef Dinner
Stunning Dinner and Auction Funds $15,000 Stephan Pyles Culinary Scholarship. Five celebrity chefs from throughout the state including Chef Pyles will present a spectacular five-course wine dinner along with a live auction to fund one of the nation’s largest culinary scholarships.  Five-course menu, chef line-up, and details below.

November 9th
Stephan Pyles. Stephan Pyles will host a special five-course dinner paired with Truchard wines in the restaurant’s private dining room on Monday, November 9.  Truchard Vinyards is a small, family-owned winery that has been producing exceptional wines in the Carneros region of Napa Valley for over 30 years.  Tony and Jo Ann Truchard will join Chef Pyles to educate diners on the wine and food pairings.

November 13
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse. Bubbles bring in the holidays! Our last tasting of the year celebrates all things sparkling, so join us as we get ready for the 2009 holiday season. This “sparkling” tasting, on November 13th, $45 per person plus tax and gratuity, begins at 6:00 p.m. Reservations are required. Call 214.366.2000 or visit pappasbrosdallas.com. Jump for more info.

October 30
Bailey’s Prime Plus
October 30, 2009
7:00 pm
Passed Hors d’oeuvres
Scottish Smoked Salmon and Caviar Croustade
Sweet basil oil and micro greens
Rose’ San Luis Obispo 2008

First Course
Day Boat Sea Scallop
Roasted pineapple and vanilla essence
Chardonnay Sonoma Valley 2008

Second Course
Texas Spice and Pepper Rubbed Lamb Chop
Sundried cherry and Marsala reduction
Merlot Sonoma Valley 2006

Third Course
Seared New York Strip, Foie Gras & White Truffle Polenta
Chanterelle mushroom sauce
Cabernet Sauvignon, Olive Hill Estate Sonoma Valley 2006

Dessert
Dark Chocolate Mousse Cake
Fresh strawberries and chocolate ganache
Cabernet Port, Olive Hill Estate Sonoma Valley 2006

$95.00 per person plus tax and gratuity

For reservations or more information, please call 214-750-8100.
Bailey’s Prime Plus is located at 8160 Park Lane in Dallas

Sunday, November 1
Cafe on the Green
Menu
The Cold Spread
Chilled Shrimp & Crab Claws
Cocktail Sauce & Remoulade Sauce
Blood Orange & Fennel Salad, Grilled Diver Scallops
Assorted Sushi & California Rolls, Wasabi, Pickled Ginger & Soy Sauce
Seasonal Fruit
Baby Mixed Green Lettuce & Hearts of Romaine
Tasmanian Devil Egg
Red Beet Salad
Roasted Sweet Potato, Pumpkin Seed & Maple Vinaigrette
Chopped Fingerlings (Potato) Salad, Honey Mustard Dressing
Assorted Domestic & Imported Cheese
Soup
Vampire’s Soup
Beetroot & Apple, Horseradish Cream
Brunch Items
Poached Egg Benedict, Bloody Mary Hollandaise
Hot Breakfast meats and Potatoes
Omelette Station
Hot Items
Oven Roast Prime Rib
Black Pumpkin Ravioli
Ghost Potatoes
Black(ened) Cat Fish,
Desserts
Randy’s Spooky Dessert Buffet including
Green Goblins Jelly’s
Chocolate dipped Bony fingers
Bobing for Baked Apples
And Plenty of Tricks or Treats

Monday, November 2
Ferrari’s Flight Neighborhood Oven
Sweet Potato Gnocchi, Easy Butternut Squash Soup and Oven Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Shallot Dressing.Patrons who attend will be seated around an open kitchen that encircles a wood-burning oven, where Chef Stefano will provide insight into each wine, as he and the class experience it, and supply recipes for the side dishes he demonstrates.
Flight Neighborhood Oven’s atmosphere invites diners into a surrounding where they can eat reasonably priced food that is familiar yet unique and/or drink at the bar where the conversation will flow as easily as the house Bellini’s. The indoor space opens up to an outdoor dining section that is landscaped within an immense herb garden, cascading grape trees and a Bocce Court; the al fresco experience will also include three handcrafted, locally brewed, draft beers.
Ferrari’s Flight Neighborhood Oven is located at 1200 William D. Tate 817-251-2525; menu options are available at www.ferrarisrestaurant.com.

Friday, November 6
Nana. Friday Night Flight
Visit www.nanarestaurant.com for complete details.

Pork belly, pine nut-garlic-currant sofrito
Stephen Vincent, Cabernet Sauvignon, CA, 2006

Stephen Vincent wine is produced from a blend of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot. Its harmonious balance derives from the use of grapes from two distinct regions: 70% of the wine comes from the Central Coast, and 30% is from Sonoma County. Complex flavors, soft tannins, and French oak are blended perfectly in this exceptional wine.

Pan-roasted and grilled duck breast, mint, chocolate, black pepper
Obsidian Ridge, Cabernet Sauvignon, Lake County, 2007

Obsidian Ridge winery is notorious for its high altitude wine grown on the Mayacamas Range about 2,640 feet in elevation in earth laced with black, glassy Obsidian rock.  The high altitude produces thicker grape skins which result in more and better extraction, color and flavor.

Regina Blu Cheese, Grana Padano tuile, cranberries
Cannonball, Cabernet Sauvignon, CA, 2007
Cannonball is the passion project of winemaker Dennis Hill, well-known for his Blackstone and Hayman and Hill labels.  It’s a huge, full-body, full-flavor wine for its value.  Tannins support the classic Cabernet structure with a long complex finish of blackberry fruit.

Nana now features Half Price Wine Nights every Thursday for bottles under $200 with dinner purchase!

November 8
Stephan Pyles
The Wine & Food Foundation of Texas is thrilled to announce a milestone in Texas’ culinary history with the 10th anniversary of the Stephan Pyles Celebrity Chef Dinner benefiting the Stephan Pyles Culinary Scholarship to take place Sunday, November 8, 2009 at Chef Pyles’ flagship restaurant, Stephan Pyles.  The event is presented in part by longtime sponsors Central Market and Texas Monthly.
Five celebrity chefs from throughout the state including Chef Pyles will present a spectacular five-course wine dinner along with a live auction to fund one of the nation’s largest culinary scholarships.  The scholarship winner will prepare a special appetizer course served during the reception.  The short but action-packed live auction will include restaurant packages, rare and fine wines and other luxury items.  Each course will be prepared by a different chef including (see menu attached):
•      2009 Stephan Pyles Culinary Scholarship winner Thomas (Coner) Sargeant from the Texas Culinary Academy in Austin currently working at the Joule Hotel, Dallas
•      Executive Chef Vijay Sadhu of Samar by Stephan Pyles, Dallas
•      Chef/Owner Jason Dady of The Lodge Restaurant of Castle Hills, San Antonio
•      Chef/Owner Tracy Miller of Local, Dallas
•      Chef/Owner Stephan Pyles and Executive Chef Matt McCallister of Stephan Pyles, Dallas
•      Chef/Owner Zach Townsend from Pure Chocolate Desserts by Zach, Dallas
A reception kicks off the evening at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m.  Seating is limited and reservations are required.  The price is $125.00 per person (tax and gratuity included).  Reservations can be made by calling the Foundation at (512) 327-7555 or by visiting www.winefoodfoundation.org.
The Stephan Pyles scholarship is based upon an Iron-Chef style cook-off each spring, which challenges students to create a three-course menu utilizing a predetermined list of Texas ingredients.  The event is named for Texas legend Stephan Pyles, a legendary founding father of Southwestern cuisine and the first chef in the Southwest to win the prestigious James Beard award.  The competition is Chaired by Paris Cordon-Bleu trained Chef and Foundation member, Quincy Adams Erickson of Fête Accompli in Austin.  Applications for the 2010 competition will be available by the end of October to currently enrolled culinary students on the Foundation website, www.winefoodfoundation.org.  The 2010 competition will be rotated to Austin at the Texas Culinary Academy in March.
The Wine & Food Foundation of Texas is a statewide charitable Foundation (501c3) that supports education and research in the culinary and viticulture arts.  Chef Pyles is a long-time Foundation champion and Advisory member.  “We are proud to have accomplished ten years of scholarships for Texas’ student chefs.  Past winners have moved on to accomplish extraordinary things in our state and to have been able to provide that opportunity for them is truly humbling,” stated Pyles.  “This year we want to celebrate the hard work of everyone involved and make this dinner a show-stopper.”
About the Wine & Food Foundation of Texas
The Wine & Food Foundation of Texas is public charity founded in 1997 to support education and excellence in the culinary and viticulture arts. A membership organization, the Foundation provides scholarship and grants to innovative education projects in food and wine.  To date, the Foundation has given over $1 million to support public television, scholarships and grant projects throughout the state.

November 9

Stephan Pyles

STEPHAN PYLES HOSTS TRUCHARD WINE DINNER
WHAT:Five-Course Dinner to be Paired with Truchard Wines
Stephan Pyles will host a special five-course dinner paired with Truchard wines in the restaurant’s private dining room on Monday, November 9.  Truchard Vinyards is a small, family-owned winery that has been producing exceptional wines in the Carneros region of Napa Valley for over 30 years.  Tony and Jo Ann Truchard will join Chef Pyles to educate diners on the wine and food pairings.
WHEN:
Monday, November 9, 6:30 p.m.
PRICE:
$125 per person, inclusive
RESERVATIONS:
Space is limited, please contact Lisa Moore, 214.999.1229 x102,
lmoore@stephanpyles.com
WHERE:
Stephan Pyles
1807 Ross Ave, Suite 200
Dallas, Texas 75201

November 13
Pappas Bros.
Pappas Bros. Wine Department celebrates the “sparkiling wines” at this festive tasting. Barbara Werley, Master Sommelier, Kim Wood and Jason Hisaw, Advanced Sommeliers, and Heather Green, Certified Sommelier, will guide guests through the evening and allow each guest to experience a wide variety of sparkling wines. Executive Chef James Johnson will create hors d’oeuvres specifically paired for the sparkling choices.  “The Sparkling wines call for spectacular food pairings, and I promise to create just that!”
The Sparkling Wines featured at this Pappas Bros. Wine Tasting are the following:
Krug Grande Cuvee NV
Bruno Paillard Blanc de Blancs Brut “Réserve Privée” NV
Robert de Schlumberger Brut NV
L. Aubry “La Nombre D’Or” Brut 2000
Iron Horse Brut Rosé 2003
Guy Larmandier Premier Cru Vertus Brut Rose NV
Bugey-Cerdon La Cueille Rosé, Patrick Bottex NV
Laurent-Perrier Demi-Sec NV

October 22, 2009
La Buena Vida Vineyards. “A Night in Tuscany Italian Wine Dinner.”
Escape all of your worries and join La Buena Vida Vineyards Thursday, October 22nd from 6-8PM as we venture into the Old World of Italy. Be the first to taste our newest feature wines from Italy while having them perfectly paired to traditional, savory Italian dishes, from Tomato Mozzarella to Italian Penne Pasta. Experience Italy right here in Grapevine as guest speaker for the evening Dean Underdahl, wine connoisseur, takes you to all the major wine regions of Italy. Don’t miss out on this special night and make your reservations today by calling 817-481-WINE (9463). Details below.

Oct 26
Urban Crust. Tour Of Italy Wine Tasting. Join Urban Crust’s World Master Chef, Salvatore Gisellu, and wine expert Alfonso Cevola for our very first wine tasting. We’re really excited to have Chef Salvatore in the kitchen with creative freedom.  He’ll be able to showcase unique Italian food that pairs with the wines Alfonso selects.  Jump for details.

October 26
Abacus. Antinori Wine Dinner with Alessia Antinori. Full menu and pairings below.

October 26
Sevy’s Grill. Join us on Monday, October 26th at 6:30 p.m. for a taste of our
“California Dreaming” inspired menu.  Four courses plus reception, $59.95 per person (plus tax and gratuity), seating is limited and reservations required (no OpenTable reservations, please). Contact (214) 265-7389 or SevysCatering@aol.com to save your spot! Menu detailed below the jump.

October 28th
The Grape. The Grape hosts a “Wines from Deutschland” wine dinner on Wednesday, October 28th.  Hand-selected boutique wines from Germany to include Riesling, Pinot Noir and Eiswein. Chef/owner Brian C. Luscher will compliment the highlighted wines with a 3-course German- inspired menu. The popular a la carte menu will also be offered that evening. Special guest and industry expert Steve Mansir of Republic Beverage hosts this special event. More info below.

October 30
Bailey’s Prime Plus at Park Lane. Four-Course Wine Dinner featuring the wines of B.R. Cohn. Executive Chef Israel Voirin and Sommelier Jeff Ivy present an exciting wine pairing dinner. Full menu and pairings below.

November 8th
Stephan Pyles. A Decade Of Dining. 10th Anniversary Of Stephan Pyles Celebrity Chef Dinner
Stunning Dinner and Auction Funds $15,000 Stephan Pyles Culinary Scholarship. Five celebrity chefs from throughout the state including Chef Pyles will present a spectacular five-course wine dinner along with a live auction to fund one of the nation’s largest culinary scholarships.  Five-course menu, chef line-up, and details below.

November 9th
Stephan Pyles. Stephan Pyles will host a special five-course dinner paired with Truchard wines in the restaurant’s private dining room on Monday, November 9.  Truchard Vinyards is a small, family-owned winery that has been producing exceptional wines in the Carneros region of Napa Valley for over 30 years.  Tony and Jo Ann Truchard will join Chef Pyles to educate diners on the wine and food pairings.

November 13
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse. Bubbles bring in the holidays! Our last tasting of the year celebrates all things sparkling, so join us as we get ready for the 2009 holiday season. This “sparkling” tasting, on November 13th, $45 per person plus tax and gratuity, begins at 6:00 p.m. Reservations are required. Call 214.366.2000 or visit pappasbrosdallas.com. Jump for more info.
October 22, 2009
La Buena Vida Vineyards
When:  Thursday, October 22
Where:  La Buena Vida Vineyards
Time: 6-8PM
Cost:  $45pp or $80 per couple
Age Limit:  21+
Limited Seating, Reservations Required.
La Buena Vida Vineyards
416 E. College St.
Grapevine, TX 76051
www.labuenavida.com

October 26
Urban Crust
We’ll be seating everyone at a large table on the first floor all together, a true Italian experience.  You’ll get a chance to meet other customers (and maybe some staff that share a similar passion for wine and food.  We’ll sample 5 wines of Italy and pair them with 5 tapas.  Alfonso and Chef will  introduce all the food and wines and give background info and education about the wines. Please RSVP. RSVP  Monica@UrbanCrust.com or call 972-509-1400. Monday, Oct 26 @ 6:30 PM -$25

October 26
Abacus
Antinori Wine Dinner
with Alessia Antinori
October 26, 2009
6:30 PM
PASSED
White Clam Bruschetta
Grilled Portabella, Goat Cheese, Aged Balsamic
Guado Al Tasso “Scalabrone” 2008, Bolgheri Rosato DOC, Antinori
1ST COURSE
Crispy Seared Striped Bass, Roasted Cauliflower Risotto
Champagne-Arugula Butter
Castello della Sala “Cervaro della Sala” Chardonnay 2006, Umbria IGT, Antinori
2ND COURSE
Rosemary Rotisserie Duck, Truffle-White Bean Puree
Tomato Demi
Guado Al Tasso “IL Bruciato” 2007, Bolgheri DOC, Antinori
3RD COURSE
Crispy Veal Scaloppini, Grilled Polenta Cake
Marsala Herb Sauce
Tignanello 2005, Toscana IGT Antinori
4TH COURSE
Carrot Cake, Carrot-Yuzu Reduction
Cream Cheese Ice Cream
Castello della Sala “Muffato della Sala” 2006, Umbria IGT, Antinori
$120 plus tax and 20% gratuity per person
Reservations Required
Donna Tanner
469-867-3681

October 26
Sevy’s Grill
RECEPTION
Panini
(Mozzarella, Prosciutto and Olive)
***
Cristalino, Sparkling Wine

FIRST COURSE
Orange County Style Carne Asada with Ancho Black Bean Sauce and Golden Tomato Pico de Gallo
***
Simi, Roseto, Sonoma, 2008

SECOND COURSE
Pan Seared Pacific Halibut on Grapefruit-Pearl Onion Salad with Avocado Vinagrette
***
Zaca Mesa, Viognier, Central Coast, 2007

THIRD COURSE
Pork Osso Bucco on Creamy Ricotta Polenta with Roasted Christopher Ranch Garlic and
Fresh Vegetables
***
Markham, Merlot, Napa, 2005

FOURTH COURSE
Ghirardelli Chocolate Hot Fudge Sundae
***
Fonseca, Port LBV, 2003
SEVY’S GRILL
AND CATERING
8201 Preston Road, Dallas, 75225

October 28
The Grape
Never been to The Grape’s monthly wine dinner…well here is the 411.  The
Grape provides a fun; casual setting that allows the guest to
“come-as-they-are” and dine at their own pace, allowing for a more festive
one-on-one format with the wine experts.  Themes include a wine expert/host
for the evening who speaks to each individual table about the wines
selected. Reservations are recommended.  Cost is $45 per person exclusive of tax,
gratuity and other beverages.  Located at 2808 Greenville Avenue, The Grape
is open for dinner nightly at 5:30pm and Sunday Brunch.   For reservations
call 214-828-1981 or visit the website at www.thegraperestaurant.com.
Complimentary valet parking always provided.

October 30
Bailey’s Prime Plus
October 30, 2009
7:00 pm
Passed Hors d’oeuvres
Scottish Smoked Salmon and Caviar Croustade
Sweet basil oil and micro greens
Rose’ San Luis Obispo 2008

First Course
Day Boat Sea Scallop
Roasted pineapple and vanilla essence
Chardonnay Sonoma Valley 2008

Second Course
Texas Spice and Pepper Rubbed Lamb Chop
Sundried cherry and Marsala reduction
Merlot Sonoma Valley 2006

Third Course
Seared New York Strip, Foie Gras & White Truffle Polenta
Chanterelle mushroom sauce
Cabernet Sauvignon, Olive Hill Estate Sonoma Valley 2006

Dessert
Dark Chocolate Mousse Cake
Fresh strawberries and chocolate ganache
Cabernet Port, Olive Hill Estate Sonoma Valley 2006

$95.00 per person plus tax and gratuity

For reservations or more information, please call 214-750-8100.
Bailey’s Prime Plus is located at 8160 Park Lane in Dallas

November 8
Stephan Pyles
The Wine & Food Foundation of Texas is thrilled to announce a milestone in Texas’ culinary history with the 10th anniversary of the Stephan Pyles Celebrity Chef Dinner benefiting the Stephan Pyles Culinary Scholarship to take place Sunday, November 8, 2009 at Chef Pyles’ flagship restaurant, Stephan Pyles.  The event is presented in part by longtime sponsors Central Market and Texas Monthly.
Five celebrity chefs from throughout the state including Chef Pyles will present a spectacular five-course wine dinner along with a live auction to fund one of the nation’s largest culinary scholarships.  The scholarship winner will prepare a special appetizer course served during the reception.  The short but action-packed live auction will include restaurant packages, rare and fine wines and other luxury items.  Each course will be prepared by a different chef including (see menu attached):
•      2009 Stephan Pyles Culinary Scholarship winner Thomas (Coner) Sargeant from the Texas Culinary Academy in Austin currently working at the Joule Hotel, Dallas
•      Executive Chef Vijay Sadhu of Samar by Stephan Pyles, Dallas
•      Chef/Owner Jason Dady of The Lodge Restaurant of Castle Hills, San Antonio
•      Chef/Owner Tracy Miller of Local, Dallas
•      Chef/Owner Stephan Pyles and Executive Chef Matt McCallister of Stephan Pyles, Dallas
•      Chef/Owner Zach Townsend from Pure Chocolate Desserts by Zach, Dallas
A reception kicks off the evening at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m.  Seating is limited and reservations are required.  The price is $125.00 per person (tax and gratuity included).  Reservations can be made by calling the Foundation at (512) 327-7555 or by visiting www.winefoodfoundation.org.
The Stephan Pyles scholarship is based upon an Iron-Chef style cook-off each spring, which challenges students to create a three-course menu utilizing a predetermined list of Texas ingredients.  The event is named for Texas legend Stephan Pyles, a legendary founding father of Southwestern cuisine and the first chef in the Southwest to win the prestigious James Beard award.  The competition is Chaired by Paris Cordon-Bleu trained Chef and Foundation member, Quincy Adams Erickson of Fête Accompli in Austin.  Applications for the 2010 competition will be available by the end of October to currently enrolled culinary students on the Foundation website, www.winefoodfoundation.org.  The 2010 competition will be rotated to Austin at the Texas Culinary Academy in March.
The Wine & Food Foundation of Texas is a statewide charitable Foundation (501c3) that supports education and research in the culinary and viticulture arts.  Chef Pyles is a long-time Foundation champion and Advisory member.  “We are proud to have accomplished ten years of scholarships for Texas’ student chefs.  Past winners have moved on to accomplish extraordinary things in our state and to have been able to provide that opportunity for them is truly humbling,” stated Pyles.  “This year we want to celebrate the hard work of everyone involved and make this dinner a show-stopper.”
About the Wine & Food Foundation of Texas
The Wine & Food Foundation of Texas is public charity founded in 1997 to support education and excellence in the culinary and viticulture arts. A membership organization, the Foundation provides scholarship and grants to innovative education projects in food and wine.  To date, the Foundation has given over $1 million to support public television, scholarships and grant projects throughout the state.

November 9

Stephan Pyles

STEPHAN PYLES HOSTS TRUCHARD WINE DINNER
WHAT:Five-Course Dinner to be Paired with Truchard Wines
Stephan Pyles will host a special five-course dinner paired with Truchard wines in the restaurant’s private dining room on Monday, November 9.  Truchard Vinyards is a small, family-owned winery that has been producing exceptional wines in the Carneros region of Napa Valley for over 30 years.  Tony and Jo Ann Truchard will join Chef Pyles to educate diners on the wine and food pairings.
WHEN:
Monday, November 9, 6:30 p.m.
PRICE:
$125 per person, inclusive
RESERVATIONS:
Space is limited, please contact Lisa Moore, 214.999.1229 x102,
lmoore@stephanpyles.com
WHERE:
Stephan Pyles
1807 Ross Ave, Suite 200
Dallas, Texas 75201

November 13
Pappas Bros.
Pappas Bros. Wine Department celebrates the “sparkiling wines” at this festive tasting. Barbara Werley, Master Sommelier, Kim Wood and Jason Hisaw, Advanced Sommeliers, and Heather Green, Certified Sommelier, will guide guests through the evening and allow each guest to experience a wide variety of sparkling wines. Executive Chef James Johnson will create hors d’oeuvres specifically paired for the sparkling choices.  “The Sparkling wines call for spectacular food pairings, and I promise to create just that!”
The Sparkling Wines featured at this Pappas Bros. Wine Tasting are the following:
Krug Grande Cuvee NV
Bruno Paillard Blanc de Blancs Brut “Réserve Privée” NV
Robert de Schlumberger Brut NV
L. Aubry “La Nombre D’Or” Brut 2000
Iron Horse Brut Rosé 2003
Guy Larmandier Premier Cru Vertus Brut Rose NV
Bugey-Cerdon La Cueille Rosé, Patrick Bottex NV
Laurent-Perrier Demi-Sec NV

Jump for list and details.

Thursday, October 15th
Maximo. Chef Amador Mora is featuring a five-course “blind tasting” wine dinner on Thursday October 15th.  Reception at 6:30 followed by seated dinner at 7:00 p.m.  Go to www.maximodallas.com and click on La Cena y Vinos Misteriosos for more information.  It’s value priced at $59.00.

October 15 Coast

Krupp Brothers Wine Dinner
October 15, 2009 – 7 p.m.
$65 per person
plus tax & gratuity

(972) 265-4722
First Course
Fig & Serrano Ham Salad
toasted hazelnuts & herb dressing

Black Bart’s Marsanne – Napa Valley 2006

Second Course

Roasted Monkfish
sofrito saffron spanish boullaibaise

Black Bart’s Bounty Chardonnay – Napa Valley 2007

Third Course

Tandoori Spiced Magret Duck & Hamachi
rosewater fruit salad

Veraison Cabernet Sauvignon – Napa Valley 2005

Fourth Course

Chocolate Fudge Bete Noir
persimmon coulis

Black Bart’s Bounty Syrah – Napa Valley 2006

About COAST
COAST offers a diverse menu of jet-fresh seafood prepared simply, yet creatively, in a delicate balance of exploration and restraint by Chef Joshua Laban Perkins. Lunch is served Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dinner is served Monday through Thursday from 5 to 10 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 5 to 11 p.m. The lounge opens at 4 p.m. nightly and offers stunning views of the “dancing fountains” at The Shops at Legacy. COAST is located at 7501 Lone Star Drive, Suite B150 in Plano, Texas. For more information or reservations please call (972) 265-4722 or visit www.coastglobalseafood.com.

October 21
Dali Wine Bar & Restaurant Announces Major Wine Dinner

“Italy’s Iconic Wines: An Evening of Sun & Terroir”
Featuring a Selection of Italy’s Finest Wines

WHAT:      Dali, recognized by both local and national press for intriguing wine             selections and tantalizing Modern American Cuisine with Wine Country             Influences, will host a special wine dinner spotlighting “Italian                 wines at their very best” on Wednesday, October 21, 2009. Dali Wine             Director Mark Luft masterfully pairs a not-to-miss line-up of top rated             Italian wines with a stunning five-course dinner prepared from the                 acclaimed kitchen of Dali Executive Chef, Joel A. Harloff.

WHEN:    Wednesday, October 21, 2009
7:00pm—Reception
7:30pm—Dinner

WHERE:    Dali Wine Bar & Restaurant
One Arts Plaza/Arts District
1722 Routh St., Dallas, Texas 75201

COST:        $85 per person, exclusive of tax & gratuity

DETAILS:    469-385-9360 FOR RESERVATIONS
www.daliwinebar.com

INFO:        Please contact Paul Pinnell at 214-281-9958 for further information.
paulpinnell@sbcglobal.net

ABOUT DALI WINE BAR & RESTAURANT:
Dali, named after surreal artist and accomplished food and wine gourmand Salvador Dali, opened to rave reviews and swept all local “Best of Awards” for 2008.  National press was quick to recognize this “one of a kind” wine bar with “where to eat now” features included in Bon Appetit, Food & Wine and the upcoming November issue of Travel + Leisure Magazine.  Appropriately located within the Dallas Arts District, Dali has become a casually chic haven for oenophiles searching for those hard to find “rare and rogue” wine selections of undisputable quality and high demand—complimented by uncompromising and exciting cuisine from Chef Harloff.  A picturesque patio of towering downtown architecture completes the Dali package of consummate wine and dining!

Thursday, October 22nd
Nana Hosts Revana Vineyards Wine Dinner with special guest Dr. Madaiah Revana, owner of Revana  Vineyards, who balances a successful practice as a cardiologist in Houston, Texas with his commitment to winemaking. Dr. Revana’s love for both wine and the rich tradition and culture of winemaking led him first to develop his estate property in Napa Valley and then Alexana in Oregon’s Dundee Hills. Acclaimed Executive Chef Anthony Bombaci will prepare an exquisite four-course dinner to accompany Dr. Revana’s superior Cabernet Sauvignon that has gained status as among the best in Napa as well as his additional wines.  The Revana Vineyard wine dinner is Thursday, October 22nd.  7:00 pm reception and 7:30 pm dinner. Cost is $200 per person inclusive of tax and gratuity.  Seats are limited, and reservations are required by calling 214.761.7470.  Visit www.nanarestaurant.com for complete details.

1st  course
Seared sea scallops, honeyed escabeche of citrus
and green apples
Alexana, Pinot Gris, Dundee Hills, OR, 2007

The 2007 Alexana Pinot Gris, embodies elegance, purity and balance. The wine has layers of creamy lushness followed by hints of minerality from the bedrocks on the property. The grape is beautifully expressed, stamped by the earth. Framed by bright acidity, Alexana explodes with fruits and lingers with vibrant structure that draws you back for more.

2nd course
Pan roasted duck breast, wild mushroom risotto
Alexana, Pinot Noir, Dundee Hills, OR, 2007

Classic Dundee Hills Pinot Noir exhibits elegant nuances of red fruit, herbal spice, subtle florals, and mineral framed within juicy texture.

Entrée
Grilled filet of beef, bittersweet chocolate, cipollini onions, dried
currant & pine nut sofrito
Revana, Cabernet Sauvignon, St Helena, CA, 2005

Dark ruby in color with deep aromas of black cherry, coca powder, toast, and spice. On the palate it is very elegant and silky with bright purity of fruit and medium body. The cherry flavors echo the aromas. Nice mid-palate texture without a trace of raw tannins. Good length at this tasting which will only get better with time in the bottle. Oak is used only as an accent here and adds to the layering of flavor components and complexity.

Dessert
Regina blu cheese, pears, rosemary
Revana, Cabernet Sauvignon, St. Helena, CA (Library Selection)

Nana is a restaurant with an inimitable sense of luxury and wonder, where its service, panoramic view of the city, and upscale American cuisine created by internationally-acclaimed Executive Chef Anthony Bombaci are simply astonishing.  Hours are Sunday through Thursday from 6pm – 10pm and Fridays and Saturdays from 6pm – 10:30pm.  Nana is located on the 27th floor of the Hilton Anatole Hotel at 2201 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX  75207.  Reservations are available by calling 214.761.7470.   www.nanarestaurant

Friday, October 23rd
Lawry’s, the Prime Rib. Big, Bold Taste of Red Wine Dinner.
What:     Lawry’s celebrates the big, bold taste of red wines from around the world. Chef Matt Melton has prepared a delicious five course dinner to compliment these wines. Our guest speaker for the evening will be Diana Bartus of Glazer’s Distributors.
Mesquite Smoked Salmon with peppered goat cheese and green tomato tartare; 2006 Vina Zaca Tempranillo, Rioja
Three Bean and Lamb Bacon Soup; 2006 Ridge Lytton Spring Red Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley
Roasted Garlic Hummus served with grilled Mediterranean flatbread; J. Bookwalter Subplot 22 Red Blend, Columbia Valley N.V.
Wild Game Hen Coq au Vin served on seared baby bok choy; 2004 Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley
Red Velvet Cake and white chocolate brochettes; 2007 Viu Manent Malbec, Colchagua
Who:    Lawry’s The Prime Rib has been serving Dallas, bringing excellent cuisine and personable service, for 26 years. Guests can enjoy featured dinner entrees such as Chilean Sea Bass, Rib Eye Steaks, Filet Mignon and, of course, the Roasted Prime Rib that made the restaurant famous – from the smaller California Cut to the larger Dallas Cut.

When:        Friday, October 23rd 2009
7 p.m.

Cost:     $79 per guest, plus tax and gratuity

Reservations:    Reservations are required by calling (972) 503-6688 or via email to SGiancotti@Lawrysonline.com with “Big, Bold Red” in the subject line.

Where:     Lawry’s The Prime Rib
14655 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX 75254
(Just south of Beltline)
www.lawrysonline.com

Friday, October 23rd
Chamberlain’s Steak and Chop House. Louis Martini Wine and Cigar Dinner
Special Guest Dan Michael with Louis Martini Winery
Friday, October 23, 2009
7:00 pm
Reception
Belvedere Vodka Martini Bar
Passed Appetizers of Crabmeat Stuffed Jumbo Shrimp
And Kobe Beef Wellington

Soup
She Crab Soup
With Aged Spanish Sherry
Louis Martin Chardonnay, California 2006

Salad
Stephen’s Goat Cheese Salad
With Wild Flower Honey Vinaigrette
Louis Martini Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma 2006

Entrée
Peppered Filet Mignon
With Roasted Shallot Cognac Sauce
Louis Martini Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa 2005

Dessert
Caramelized Pear Ice Cream with Grand Marnier
Navan Vanilla Liqueur

Cigars
You’re Choice of any Two Cigars
To include but not limited to brands like
Montecristo, Macanudo, Hoya de Monterey, La Gloria Cubana and Partagas
Cigars provided by C~W Cigars Plano, Texas

$95 per person plus tax and 21% service charge

Chamberlain’s Steak and Chop House
5330 Belt Line Rd. ~ Dallas, TX  75254
Limited Seating ~~ Reservations Required ~ 972-934-2467

Monday, October 26

Sangria

We invite you to join us for a wine pairing dinner at Sangria Tapas y Bar on Monday, October 26th at 7:00pm.
Chef Mariano Fernandes has created an exciting menu and paired it with the wonderful wines of Spain. $39 per person

FIRST COURSE
Goat cheese with tomato marmalade and crispy basil
Traditional White Gazpacho with black mission figs, crushed
Marcona almonds, chives, and drizzled with Spanish olive oil
and Moscatel vinegar reduction

GENOLI BLANCO 2007   VIURA

SECOND COURSE
Stew of Red Snapper with clams, almonds, breadcrumbs,
parsley, and white wine

PRIETO PARIENTE 2007 VERDEJO

THIRD COURSE
Grilled Rib eye with fresh rosemary, roasted potatoes, mixed baby
vegetables served with a sweet demi-glace

CEPAS DEL ZORRO DOS ANO 2006  MONASTRELL

POSTRE
Traditional Flan and orange soup with a touch of vanilla bean,
cinnamon, and honey

OSBORNE PEDRO XIMENEZ 1827 SWEET SHERRY

Please make your reservations by October 22nd. Call 214-520-4863
Sangria is located at 4524 Cole Avenue near Knox

Wednesday, Oct. 28
Pappas Bros.Steakhouse.  Napa Notables
What: Join Mansion Wine and Beverage Director Michael Flynn for an elegant dinner featuring Staglin Family Vineyard wines. The Napa Valley winery strives to create “great wines for great causes” and has raised $710 million to support charities. But the family also takes their land and wines seriously and employs organic farming techniques and solar power.

Why: The event features five courses, including roasted halibut with blood orange reduction and fennel and sage-crusted rack of pork, paired with exquisite Staglin wines. View the menu for more details.

When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28

How: Call 214.443.4747 for reservations. $175 per person inclusive of tax and gratuity. Seating is limited.

Robert Mondavi: The name and face of arguably the most famous Napa Valley Winery will be the honoree of this month’s wine dinner at Pappas Bros.Steakhouse.  On October 23rd, Pappas Bros Steakhouse honors the life, work, personality and astonishing genius that was Robert Mondavi. Come celebrate the life and work of Robert Mondavi at our last wine dinner of the year. This four-course wine dinner menu is priced at $175 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations required. Seating is limited.
Dana Andrus, Senior Wine Educator at Robert Mondavi will be the featured guests at the wine dinner. The trio of James Johnson and Michael Gaspard, Executive Chefs, and Barbara Werley, Master Sommelier, will create the menu in honor of this great legend!
Hors d’Oeuvres
1994 Robert Mondavi “To Kalon Vineyard” Reserve Fume Blanc – from 3 Liter
First Course
Olive Oil Poached Tuna, crispy chorizo, fingerling potato, crushed hazelnut
2007Robert Mondavi Winery “Reserve” Napa Valley Chardonnay
2006 Robert Mondavi Winery “Reserve” Napa Valley Pinot Noir
Second Course
Smoked Lamb Carpaccio, Fennel “En Barigoule”, Preserved Lemon, Arugula
1974 Robert Mondavi Winery “Reserve” Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
1979 Robert Mondavi Winery Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
2005 Robert Mondavi Winery “Oakville” Cabernet Sauvignon
Third Course
Charred Prime Ribeye, Foie Gras-Chanterelle Bread Pudding, Baby Garlic Spinach, Red Wine-Brown Butter
1984 Opus One Napa Valley – from Magnum
1995 Opus One Napa Valley – from Magnum
Dessert Course
Muscat Braised Pineapple, White Chocolate, Passion Fruit, Corriander
2006 Robert Mondavi Winery Moscato d’Oro, Napa Valley

October 29th
VICTORY TAVERN CITY GRILLE
Experience The Legendary Wines Of Caymus
Expertly Paired with an Exceptional Four Course Dinner
Thursday, October 29th, 2009 – 6:30pm
2501 N. Houston St., Dallas
214/432-1900
$79 per guest

Victory Tavern City Grille is hosting a Four Course Dinner paired with the excellent wines of Caymus Vineyards. Victory Tavern Chef Jim Oetting and Kurt Baumgartner, Fine Wine Specialist for Republic National Beverage, will be on hand to guide you through this exceptional dining experience and answer your questions about the Caymus wines.
Caymus founder Charlie Wagner took the name Caymus from the Mexican land grant known as Rancho Caymus, given to George Yount in 1836, which included what eventually became the Napa Valley towns of Rutherford and Yountville. The winery’s 60-plus acres of estate Cabernet Sauvignon in Napa Valley’s Rutherford District continue to form the foundation of Caymus Cabernets. Caymus has made Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon every year since its founding in 1972, and now focuses entirely on this variety. Both the Napa Valley and the Special Select Cabernet continue to earn high accolades year after year.
Their Conundrum brand became an independent entity in 2001 and continues to produce the spectacular white wine blend. Made from Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Muscat Canelli, and small amounts of Sémillon and Viognier, the wine presents a flavor “Conundrum” of texture and flavors.
We hope that you will join us for this exceptional event!
Caymus Wine Dinner Menu
1st Course
Chorizo Stuffed Calamari
with Spaghetti Squash
White Meritage,
Caymus Conundrum,
California 2008
2nd Course
Nueske’s Smoked Chicken Shepherd’s Pie
with Fall Vegetables
Chardonnay, Mer Soleil “Silver” Unoaked, Santa Lucia Highlands 20063rd Course
Porcini Dusted Venison Loin with Herb Spaetzle & Lingonberries
Cabernet Sauvignon, Caymus, Napa Valley 2007
Cabernet Sauvignon,
Caymus “Special Selection”
Napa Valley 2006
4th Course
Caramelized Orange Tart
with Buttermilk Ice Cream
Late Harvest White Meritage,
Mer Soleil “Late”, Santa Lucia Highlands 2004Call Us Today For Reservations
Victory Tavern City Grille has a hip, urban atmosphere and a lively menu of seasonally inspired dishes reflective of Chef Jim Oetting’s experience and sense of quality ingredients. The very reasonably priced offerings are unique to Victory Park, without compromising polished and friendly service. VICTORY TAVERN CITY GRILLE
2501 N. Houston St., Dallas
214/432-1900

Steve Field’s in Plano. Thursday, October 15th. Langetwins Wine Dinner Sponsored by Single Gourmet. $99/nonmembers, includes 2 glasses of wine with three-course dinner, coffee & iced tea, tax & gratuity. Reception: 6:45 p.m. Dinner: 7:30 p.m. For more information, e-mail info@singlegourmetdfw.com or call 972-732-8000. Reservations REQUIRED using this link. Full menu listed below.

Circolo Del Vino at Jimmy’s.  The Italy America Chamber of Commerce, British American Business Council of DFW, the Finnish American Business Guild, and the German American Chamber of Commerce have teamed up to present “Wine Without Borders” on Wednesday, October 14th. Our favorite Italian wine guy, Alfonso Cevola of Glazer’s, will be your host and he will give you a lesson on how to expand your wine horizons and discover new grapes varietals. 6:15 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 765-414 4285. More details below.

Jimmy’s Food Store. Jimmy’s welcomes Giovannella Stianti Mascheroni of Castello di Volpaia. Click on this link to learn about the family and history of this famous Tuscan winery and how the Estate was a wedding present to Giovannella and her husband. She also launched a cooking school in 2000 to educate visitors about Tuscan cooking and hospitality and to keep the traditions of the regions cuisine alive. Volpaia also has one of the most famous wine consultants in Italy, Riccardo Cotarella. Details below.

Steve Field’s and Single Gourmet Dinner.
Randy Lange, co-owner of Langetwins, a fifth-generation winery in Lodi, California will be at the dinner to talk about his family farm, which is dedicated to sustainability.

FIRST COURSE (Choose one): Wedge salad or Maryland blue crab & corn chowder or Spinach salad (toasted pecans, tangerines & bacon dressing)

SECOND COURSE (Choose one):  Prime rib, Veal chop, Pecan-crusted Idaho brook trout or Filet served one of three ways (mushroom-coated, peppercorn-coated or plain)

SIDES: Grilled seasoned jumbo asparagus and Roasted garlic parmesan mashed potatoes

THIRD COURSE:  (Choose one): Key lime pie or Chocolate raspberry truffle cheesecake or Mixed fresh seasonal berries

WINES: Langetwins Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay (2 glasses of either or both)

Final confirmations e-mailed about a week before this event.

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Circolo del Vino @ JIMMY’S FOOD STORE
4901 Bryan
Dallas, Texas 75206

Wine   without
Borders:   Six
wines  will be
presented  and
tasted
accompanied
with a  family
style  dinner.
PRICES:
$30 per
members
$35
non-members

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Jimmy’s Food Store. Along with Giovannella, we will be tasting 7 wines including the 2 big Super Tuscans Balifico and Coltassala.
The menu will be:
Antipasti
Foie Gras on Toast
Veal Osso Bucco
Scalloped Potatoes
Florentine Style Peas
Assorted Tuscan Desserts
The wines will be:
Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico Reserve
Prelius Vermintino
Prelius Morello
Balifico
Coltassala
Vin Santo
This is our only tasting in October.
Tuesday, October 20th
$69.00 Per Person + tax
6:30 p.m. (Check begins at 6:15)
Please RSVP to paul@jimmysfoodstore.com
An email notification is your confirmation.

We have had some last minute cancellations have come in and now have a few openings for this exclusive 5-course wine paired dinner featuring Petroni Vineyards.  Mr. Petroni and son Marco will be in attendance. This will be an intimate event with only a small number of guests in our private wine room. 7:00pm. Cost is  $135 per guest. 214-828-1981.

I call that an ad for your win dinner, Luscher. Send more gift certificates.

Back to business:

Maquire’s. Has a new “Chef’s Seasonal Tasting Menu.” Three courses for $30; four courses for $37. Upgrade to wine pairing is $40 or $49. Details below. 972.818.0068

TJ’s Seafood. They don’t want you to get bored with seafood so they have new recipes, ideas, and sauces and marinades.  Fish Taco Sauce – so many of you have come in making fish tacos we decided to get a great fish taco sauce.  Fish Tacos are a fun (and kid friendly) way to get the family eating healthy fish. Tilapia is great and cost effective. Honey & Jalapeno Grill Glaze – perfect on salmon, swordfish, sea bass or anything else on the grill. If you can’t stand the heat, get away from the grill….this one is a little spicy! Japanese-Style House Marinade – if you like the Citrus Wasabi & Honey Ginger House Marinades, you’ll love this one. Lots of soy, sesame oil, ginger and cilantro.  Justs marinate shrimp, scallops and tuna for 20-30 min before grill or saute.

Cibus Ristorante. Has Bocce in the Park brought to you by NorthPark Center and The Italian Club of Dallas. Sunday, September 27th from noon to 4pm in CenterPark at NorthPark. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon for the entire family. Learn to play Bocce Ball if you never have or join the pros from the Italian Club for a lively game. Cibus will be grilling in the garden as well as offering selections from their regular menu plus refreshing cocktails and specialty coffee drinks. 214-692-0001.

Rathbun’s Blue Plate Kitchen. Will host first beer dinner with Rahr & Sons Brewery.
Rathbun’s Blue Plate Kitchen will debut its first ever beer dinner hosted by world-renowned Rahr & Sons Brewery, Fort Worth’s German award-winning brewery. Melissa “Mel” Simmons, Rahr & Sons Brewery Representative, will introduce their most famous beers accompanied with Rathbun’s extraordinary plates. For the first time at Rathbun’s Blue Plate Kitchen, guests will experience their very own “Oktoberfest” tradition in their seats. The dinner menu and beer pairings detailed below. Wednesday, September 30, 2009.

The 500, Inc.’s WineFest 2009. The 500, Inc. announces the spectacular 7th Annual WineFest featuring an exciting selection of wine and delicious cuisine from over 20 of the area’s top eateries, a large silent auction, live music and the pleasurable company of friends and family in the hundreds. WineFest 2009 will be held on Saturday, October 24 from 6:30pm – 10pm at the Cavanaugh Flight Museum in Addison.  Advance tickets are $35 per person before October 23 and may be purchased online at www.winefest500.com.  Tickets at the door cost $40.  Proceeds of the event benefit the beneficiaries of The 500, Inc., a volunteer organization that has donated over $12 million to more than 35 local arts organizations over the past 40 years.  For more information about The 500, Inc., call 214.565.0200 or visit www.the500inc.org. Details below. Maquire’s
Select 3 of the following courses for $30
with wine tasting for $40*
OR
Select 4 of the following courses for $37
with wine tasting for $49*
Oyster Nachos
Lightly battered and fried Texas Gulf Oysters,
wonton chips, pico de gallo, drizzled with bleu cheese & spicy buffalo sauce
*Hook & Ladder Gewurztraminer, Russian River Valley
2007
Tomato & Cucumber Salad
Yellow & red Texas tomatoes, crisp cucumber, organic oregano & shallot
vinaigrette over a slice of grilled seven grain toast
*McPherson Viognier, Lubbock Texas 2008
Fennel Crusted Halibut
Lightly crusted Alaskan Halibut, organic baby arugula,
warm basil vinaigrette, roasted purple potato
*Jacob’s Creek Reserve Shiraz, S. Australia 2005
Pecan Pie
Texas pecans, flaky pie crust and whipped cream
*Lustau ‘Solera Reserva’ Cream Sherry
PLEASE, NO SUBSTITUTIONS
17552 North Dallas Parkway • Dallas, Texas 75287 • 972.818.0068

Rathbun’s Blue Plate Kitchen.

Margarita Shrimp, Pico de Gallo Cocktail Sauce, Gramma Minnie’s Fried Chicken, Maple-Black Pepper Gravy
Rahr Blonde Lager
•         Cedar Smoked Salmon, Turnip Puree, Ginger-Date Chutney
Rahr Buffalo Butt
•         Grilled Kirsch’s Bratwurst, Alsatian Red Chocroute, Roasted Onions and Peppers
Rahr Oktoberfest
•         Cumin-Espresso Crusted Buffalo Loin, Sweet Potato-Queso Anejo Sope, Guajillo Mole
Rahr Ugly Pug
•         Cranberry-Thai Basil Tart, Pink Peppercorn Ice Cream, Clementine Syrup
Rahr Stormcloud

Who: Celebrity Chef Kent Rathbun, has created critically acclaimed and award-winning restaurants, Abacus and Jasper’s, which have made food critics turn heads. Rathbun’s newest Dallas creation, Rathbun’s Blue Plate Kitchen, pays homage to classic American dishes that capture local and regional’s finest ingredients. Upon entering, guests adorn the dimly lit and sleek interior, graced with wooden, sandstone touches and offering modern, metal hints to the ultimate dining experience. A Dallas favorite and must-see for anyone visiting Dallas, Rathbun’s Blue Plate Kitchen is what everyone needs: Southern comfort food cuisine at its finest.

Winning “Best in Class” at the 2009 United States Beer Tasting Championship and other numerous championship medals, Rahr and Sons Brewery of Fort Worth is a family-owned company loyal to their roots. In the year 1847, Fritz Rahr’s great, great grandfather Wilhelm “William” Rahr and his young bride “Natalie” left behind hometown, Rhineland, Germany and came to America. Within the year, on the banks of Wisconsin’s Manitowoc River and Lake Michigan, William Rahr had established himself the Eagle “Rahr” Brewery and Malt House. The brewery and malting facility produced fine German lagers and rich roasted malts. Upon William’s death, his three sons changed the name of the brewery and malt house to the William Rahr and Sons Company and expanded their malting capabilities to help supply the entire surrounding brewing industry’s needs for malted barley. More than a century later, in 2004, his great-great grandson and namesake, Frederick William “Fritz” Rahr, Jr., and partners followed suit, building the current brewery on South Main Street in Fort Worth.

When:              Wednesday, September 30, 2009
6:30 p.m.

Cost:                $50 per guest plus tax and 20% gratuity

Reservations:   Reservations are required. Contact Julie Baker at (972) 265-7944

Where:             Rathbun’s Blue Plate Kitchen
6130 Luther Ln.
Dallas, TX 75225
www.kentrathbun.com

500, Inc.
WHAT: The 500, Inc.’s WineFest 2009 with food sampling from the area’s finest restaurants paired with an exciting selection of wine from Texas wineries and other outstanding  vintners from across the country .  The event will also feature a phenomenal silent auction of merchandise and services, live music and the chance to win a flight in the Cavanaugh Flight Museum’s “Warbird” Aircraft.

WHEN:                  Saturday, October 24, 2009:  6:30pm – 10pm

WHERE:               Cavanaugh Flight Museum, 4572 Claire Chennault, Addison, TX  75001

RESTAURANTS:

Al Amir Restaurant & Club
Blue Mesa Grill
Cold Stone Creamery
Dunn Bros. Coffee
Ferrari’s Italian Villa
Fish City Grill
Greenz – Addison
Hibashi Teppan Grill & Sushi Bar
La Madeleine
Los Cucos Mexican Café
The Melting Pot
Mercy Wine Bar
Paradise Bakery
R&D Kitchen
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Sweet Tomatoes
Tre Amici Prime Steak House and Seafood
Truluck’s Seafood, Steak and Crab House
Uncle Julio’s

TICKETS:             Advance tickets are $35 per person before October 23 and may be purchased online at www.winefest500.com.  Tickets at the door cost $40. Attendees must be 21+ to attend. Free parking is available; valet parking will be offered at a nominal cost.

PURPOSE:           Proceeds of the event benefit the beneficiaries of The 500, Inc., a volunteer organization that has supported over 35 local arts organizations over the past 40 years. The 500 Inc. creates awareness and raises funds for the Cultural Arts of Dallas. The event is planned and produced entirely by volunteers.

A DECADE OF DINING

10th ANNIVERSARY of STEPHAN PYLES CELEBRITY CHEF DINNER
Stunning Dinner and Auction Funds $15,000 Stephan Pyles Culinary Scholarship

DALLAS, TX (September 22, 2009) – The Wine & Food Foundation of Texas is thrilled to announce a milestone in Texas’ culinary history with the 10th anniversary of the Stephan Pyles Celebrity Chef Dinner benefiting the Stephan Pyles Culinary Scholarship to take place Sunday, November 8, 2009 at Chef Pyles’ flagship restaurant, Stephan Pyles.  The event is presented in part by longtime sponsors Central Market and Texas Monthly.
Five celebrity chefs from throughout the state including Chef Pyles will present a spectacular five-course wine dinner along with a live auction to fund one of the nation’s largest culinary scholarships.  The scholarship winner will prepare a special appetizer course served during the reception.  The short but action-packed live auction will include restaurant packages, rare and fine wines and other luxury items.  Each course will be prepared by a different chef including:
•      2009 Stephan Pyles Culinary Scholarship winner Thomas (Coner) Sargeant from the Texas Culinary Academy in Austin currently working at the Joule Hotel, Dallas
•      Executive Chef Vijay Sadhu of Samar by Stephan Pyles, Dallas
•      Chef/Owner Jason Dady of The Lodge Restaurant of Castle Hills, San Antonio
•      Chef/Owner Tracy Miller of Local, Dallas
•      Chef/Owner Stephan Pyles and Executive Chef Matt McCallister of Stephan Pyles, Dallas
•      Chef/Owner Zach Townsend from Pure Chocolate Desserts by Zach, Dallas

A reception kicks off the evening at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m.  Seating is limited and reservations are required.  The price is $125.00 per person (tax and gratuity included).  Reservations can be made by calling the Foundation at (512) 327-7555 or by visiting www.winefoodfoundation.org.

The Stephan Pyles scholarship is based upon an Iron-Chef style cook-off each spring, which challenges students to create a three-course menu utilizing a predetermined list of Texas ingredients.  The event is named for Texas legend Stephan Pyles, a legendary founding father of Southwestern cuisine and the first chef in the Southwest to win the prestigious James Beard award.  The competition is Chaired by Paris Cordon-Bleu trained Chef and Foundation member, Quincy Adams Erickson of Fête Accompli in Austin.  Applications for the 2010 competition will be available by the end of October to currently enrolled culinary students on the Foundation website, www.winefoodfoundation.org.  The 2010 competition will be rotated to Austin at the Texas Culinary Academy in March.

The Wine & Food Foundation of Texas is a statewide charitable Foundation (501c3) that supports education and research in the culinary and viticulture arts.  Chef Pyles is a long-time Foundation champion and Advisory member.  “We are proud to have accomplished ten years of scholarships for Texas’ student chefs.  Past winners have moved on to accomplish extraordinary things in our state and to have been able to provide that opportunity for them is truly humbling,” stated Pyles.  “This year we want to celebrate the hard work of everyone involved and make this dinner a show-stopper.”

About the Wine & Food Foundation of Texas
The Wine & Food Foundation of Texas is public charity founded in 1997 to support education and excellence in the culinary and viticulture arts. A membership organization, the Foundation provides scholarship and grants to innovative education projects in food and wine.  To date, the Foundation has given over $1 million to support public television, scholarships and grant projects throughout the state.

About Stephan Pyles and Samar by Stephan Pyles
Chef Stephan Pyles, named Esquire Magazine’s “2006 Chef of the Year”, is a pioneer of New American Cuisine and legendary founding father of Southwestern Cuisine.  He was the first chef in the Southwest to win a James Beard Award.  Chef Pyles is also a cuisine consultant for American Airlines and the Dallas Museum of Art.
In November 2005, Chef Pyles opened the first restaurant to bear his name.  Stephan Pyles, named “Texas’ Best New Restaurant of 2006” by Texas Monthly, is located just steps away from the Dallas Arts District.  The menu features New Millennium Southwestern Cuisine.  The focal points of the restaurant include the display kitchen, three distinct dining areas along with a tapas and ceviche bar, communal table, wine room as well as an al fresco terrace dining area.  Stephan Pyles (www.stephanpyles.com) is open for lunch (Monday through Friday) and dinner (Monday through Saturday).  Located at 1807 Ross Avenue at St. Paul Street, reservations can be made by calling 214.580.7000.
In September 2009, Chef Pyles will open a new restaurant in the Dallas Arts District named Samar by Stephan Pyles (www.samarrestaurant.com), serving international small plates inspired by Indian, Spanish and eastern Mediterranean cuisines.  Samar translates as a late night conversation spoken softly between two lovers.  The space features several seating areas including a private tent room, counter seating in the open kitchen and outdoor-tented terrace with hookah lounge.  Located at 2100 Ross Avenue, Suite 100, for information please call 214.992.9922.

SPECIAL MENU CELEBRATES LAVENDOU’S 13TH ANNIVERSARY

DALLAS (September 21, 2009) – Lavendou Bistro Provençal celebrates its 13th anniversary with a special three course Anniversary Menu created by owner Pascal Cayet and Executive Chef François Soyez. The meal includes a glass of champagne.

To begin, guests chose from Vichyssoise (Traditional Cold Leeks and Potatoes Soup); Salade du Periguord (Mixed Green Salad with Duck Confit and Mushroom); or Ceviche de Fruits de Mers (Mixed Seafood marinated in Lime Juice).

Main course dishes feature the flavors of Provence with a choice between Filet de Sole aux Ecrevisses (Filet of Sole with Crawfish Sauce), served with Rice Pilaf; Poussin Grillé Sauce Diable (Grilled Chicken Hen with Mustard and Bread Crumbs), served with Grilled Tomato, Mushroom and French Fries; or Plat de Côtes Braisé aux Petits Legumes (Braised Prime Beef Short Ribs in Wine Sauce), served with Root Vegetables.

For dessert, guests choose from three of Chef Soyez specialties: Crème Caramel (French Caramel Custard); Terrine au Chocolat (Chocolate Terrine with Grand Marnier Sauce) or Feuillantine aux Fruits Rouges (Mixed Berries served in a Pastry Shell with Chantilly Cream).

Price per guest for the Anniversary Menu is $38.95 including one glass of champagne. Reservations are recommended and may be made by phone (972-248-1911), fax (972-248-1660), by e-mail to provencial@aol.com or through the web site, www.Lavendou.com. Lavendou is located at 19009 Preston Road, Suite 200, in Dallas (75252).

ABOUT LAVENDOU BISTRO PROVENÇAL
Lavendou Bistro Provençal’s menu is presented with gracious service and served in a setting of warm and charming French countryside décor. Lavendou’s recipes feature classic French and Provençal dishes prepared with the freshest ingredients under the guidance of owner Pascal Cayet and his culinary team, and complemented with an extensive list of French and California wines. In addition to lunch and dinner, Lavendou also serves French High Tea by reservation and offers French cooking classes each season.

Lavendou has a special event dining space accommodating up to 50 guests. Choose from a selection of banquet menus or work with the maître d’ to create a special menu. Catering and take out menus are also available.

Lavendou is open six days a week; Monday through Saturday for lunch, French High Tea and dinner. Lunch is served Monday through Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. French High Tea is served Monday through Saturday from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (reservations required). Dinner is served Monday through Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Lavendou is located at 19009 Preston Road, Suite 200, in Dallas (75252). Reservations are required for French High Tea and recommended for lunch and dinner. Make reservations by phone (972-248-1911), fax (972-248-1660), by e-mail to provencial@aol.com or through our web site, www.Lavendou.com.

Japanese Steak and Seafood
Cooking Demonstration and Wine Dinner

Friday October 2, 2009
6:30 pm

Menu

Mango, Crabmeat and Avocado Roll
TY KU Citrus Sake-Tini
TY KU Soju, TY KU Citrus Liqueur and TY KU Sake – Shaken and Chilled to Perfection
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Japanese Shrimp, Mushroom and Miso Soup
Dry Creek Fume Blanc, Sonoma County
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Japanese Style Beef Short Ribs Tempura
Dry Creek “Heritage” Zinfandel, Sonoma County
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Banana Macadamia Rum Flambe
Takara Premium Plum Wine

$69.95 per person plus tax and 21% gratuity

Chamberlain’s Fish Market Grill
4525 Belt Line Rd. ~ Addison, TX  75001
Reservations Required ~ 972-503-3474

Next girl up is Central 214’s Blythe Beck. She will star in The Naughty Kitchen With Chef Blythe Beck on Oxygen. I’ve never really understood the naughty kitchen concept. So I checked the shows website. It says:

Blythe Beck, the fiery young chef and star of Oxygen’s upcoming series The Naughty Kitchen With Chef Blythe Beck, shows off her distinctive sexy American cuisine, her cutting edge Dallas restaurant, Central 214, and her loud and flamboyant staff. The Naughty Kitchen With Chef Blythe Beck is certain to cook up the drama both in and out of the kitchen. Oxygen follows executive chef Blythe Beck, a 29-year old Texas native, who is plus-sized in stature and personality, and her colorful crew at Central 214, inside and outside the kitchen as they interact with the Dallas elite and the local university students.

Monday night I went to Central 214 to check it out and write a mini-review. Sadly, I didn’t see waitresses in garter belts or waiters wearing thongs, but I did find the Door Whores. And calories. Lots of calories. What is sexy about calories? I guess we will find out when the show starts on September 22nd. Somebody tell me this is a good thing.

I was shocked to open the door of the location in Preston Forest–the room was full of women. The only men in the space were behind the counter. The menu consists of soups, salads, sandwiches, a quiche of the day, and baked goods. (The Richardson location serves afternoon tea from 3:30-5:30 p.m.) The Chocolate Angel feels a lot like Celebrity Bakery except when you are stand over the cookie case waiting to order, you don’t faint from sticker shock: lemon bars are $1.00, Neiman-Marcus recipe chocolate chip cookies are 85 cents, and cupcakes are $2.75.

JC and I were jonsing for cheese and cheese we did find. She went for the four-cheese sandwich sprinkled with garlic salt and grilled between two thin slices of sourdough. We were so hungry we forgot to ask which four cheeses were melted together. I went for the “Some Like it Hot” sandwich—a thick layer of pimento cheese tossed with toasted pecans, chopped jalapenos, and chunks of applewood-smoked bacon served with a side of thick homemade strawberry jam and a tossed green salad and a ramekin of pasta salad. It was too much for one to eat, but I managed. The whole plate is only $7.29. I was disappointed to find the cheese still cold and the jalapeno slices too few and far between. If you order it, ask for extra peppers and make sure they grill it until the cheese bubbles over the side.

Stuffed, we didn’t eat dessert, but we brought a thick slice of strawberry cake and a thicker slice of dark chocolate cake back to the office. I took a bite of each one and spit both of them back into my napkin. The texture of the cake is spongy and felt rubbery against the roof of my mouth. The thin layer of chocolate icing was almost pure confectioners’ sugar flavored with a hint of bitter chocolate. One office mate described it as tasting like “the inside of an old lady’s house.” Being an old lady, I strongly disagree with her.

The dining room was packed with young, old, big, and little ladies. They all seemed wildly happy. I looked at some of the other sandwiches and the smoked turkey on orange-cranberry bread caught my eye. I’d go back if only to get that pimento cheese sandwich grilled properly.

July 29, 2009
The Libertine Bar

Boulevard Beer Dinner
This Wednesday starting at 7pm.  Tickets are $50 per person and
include a five-course meal paired with exotic beers that will delight
and entertain.  For more information, or to purchase tickets, please
call 214 824 7900.  See you at The Libertine!
BOULEVARD BEER DINNER
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Crispy Salmon Croquette with Spicy Remoulade Sauce
Paired with Boulevard Pale Ale a smooth, well-balanced beer.  A
variety of caramel malts impart a rich flavor and amber color, while
liberal use of whole hops adds zest and aroma, while bringing the
earthy and fruity bitterness Pale Ale fans love.
Starting gravity:  12.2 Pluto ABV:  5.4%
House Smoked Sausage, Tomato, and Mushroom Soup
Paired with Boulevard Saison. Hints of lemon zest appear in the
lightly acidic aroma, while the flavor brings spicy tastes of black
pepper and lemon grass.  Citrus and pineapple notes are discernable in
the slightly astringent finish.
Starting gravity:  14 Pluto  ABV:  6.2%
Hearts of Romaine Salad with Red Onion and Asiago Cheese
Paired with Boulevard Two Jokers Double Wit.  Big, flavorful, and
spiced with cardamom, lavender, and grains of paradise, Two Jokers has
a refreshing tartness, nicely balanced by a well-rounded malt bill
graced by notes of caramel, with aroma hints of banana and clove.
Starting gravity: 17.5 Pluto  ABV:  8%
Roasted Pork Loin with Boulevard Pale Ale Mustard Crust and Balsamic-
Braised Red Cabbage Topped with Sweet Potato Frites
Paired with Double Wide IPA.  Zeus and Magnum hops for both bittering
and aroma, and ahtanum hops solely for aroma are the foundations of
this intensely hop-forward beer.  Assertive flavors bursts forth with
citrus notes of blood orange and lemon and a caramel malt backbone
serves to balance the intensity of the hops.
Starting gravity:  19 Pluto  ABV:  8.5%
Raspberry Panna Cotta
Paired with Boulevard Sixth Glass Quadrupel.  A devilishly strong ale,
the Sixth Glass is dark auburn in color, with a creamy tan head.
Fruity aromas of date and fig precede flavors of prune, raisin, and
subtle hints of chocolate.  This malty, full-bodied beer finishes with
a warming Madeira essence that begs for another taste.
Starting gravity:  21 Pluto  ABV:  10.5%
The Libertine Bar
2101 Greenville Ave
Dallas, TX  75206
214-824-7900
www.libertinebar.com

July 29, 2009
Hector’s On Henderson
Chris Chapman is pouring wines this Wednesday, July 29, 2009, from 5 PM to 7:30 PM, during our popular wine Happy Hour. Featuring wines from our list and chosen by Chris, each glass of wine costs only $6.00.

This week’s wines are:

Whites:
Macpherson Viognier 2008, Texas
Schmitges Rivaner 2008, Mosel
Gimenez Riili Sauvignon Blanc 2007, Mendoza
Nieto Reserva Chardonnay 2008, Argentina
Reds:
Tolosa Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, Paso Robles
Bodegas Fontana Tempranillo 2004, Rioja
Arbanta Tempranillo 2007, Rioja
Argiolas Costera Rosso Cannonau 2007, Australia

I will provide complimentary passed appetizers for the bar patrons participating in the event.
Stay for dinner after the Happy Hour and you can avail yourself of the Two for Twenty Menu, a two-course, $20 meal (with choices, including vegetarian). There is no better deal. Of course, the entire regular menu, featuring our new Light Plates entree section, is also available.

Enjoy the music of John Freeman, jazz piano and vocals, from 7 PM to 10 PM. John entertains every Wednesday and is extraordinary.

To RSVP, call 214-821-0432 or send an email to:
info@hectorsonhenderson.com (or just drop in!).

July 30
Maguire’s Restaurant

What:                   MAGUIRE’S Restaurant is holding a VIP wine event on Thursday, July 30 featuring guest speakers Jack Harvey and Kristin Hamlin of Rodney Strong Vineyards.  The dinner will consist of a five-course banquet-style dinner, paired with five wine selections from Rodney Strong Vineyards.  Guests can enjoy a Stone Crab Short Stack, Baby Arugula Salad, Portabella Carpaccio, Filet Rivera and Two Layer Pavova, all for $69 a person.  Reservations are required.

When:                 Thursday, July 30 at 7 p.m.

Tickets:                $69 per person plus tax and gratuity

Where:                MAGUIRE’S Restaurant, located at 17552 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, Texas 75287.  To make a reservation, please call (972) 818-0068.  Valet is complimentary.

About:                  Our goal at MAGUIRE’S is to create a restaurant that is both unique and inviting, with an imaginative yet moderately priced menu that draws adventurous diners without intimidating those with more traditional tastes, and assemble the very best culinary and service team to provide an indelible dining memory.

August
Nana

Nana, serving upscale American cuisine on the 27th floor of the Hilton Anatole Hotel, hosts next month’s Friday Night Flight on August 7th between 6pm – 8pm featuring wines from Chateau Ste. Michelle, Washington’s oldest and most acclaimed winery.  The event features three samplings of food created by Executive Chef Anthony Bombaci paired with three distinctive Chateau Ste. Michelle Rieslings for only $20. Seats are limited, and reservations are highly recommended by calling 214.761.7470.  Visit www.nanarestaurant.com for complete details.  Friday Night Flights is available the first Friday of every month.

Chateau Ste. Michelle is perhaps best known as the leading North American Riesling producer.  The winery has championed Riesling for more than 40 years, and was one of the first to plant Riesling in Washington state. Ste. Michelle catapulted into the national spotlight when the 1972 Johannesburg Riesling won the now-famous Riesling blind tasting sponsored by the Los Angeles Times in 1974. Today, Chateau Ste. Michelle offers up to eight different Rieslings, each showcasing the versatility of Riesling and the regional styles within Washington’s Columbia Valley, which produces more Riesling than any other American wine region.

August Friday Night Flights Menu

Grilled Tepid Sea Scallop with Vinaigrette
2007 Chateau Ste. Michelle, Colombia Valley Dry Riesling

Pork Belly with Papas Arrugadas and Mojo Picón
2008 Chateau Ste. Michelle, Colombia Valley Riesling

Marcona-Apricot Granola and Greek Yogurt
2008 Chateau Ste. Michelle, Snoqualmie Winemaker’s Select Riesling

August 6
Victory Tavern City Grille

Experience Flying Dog Brewery’s Unique Beers
Paired with an Unforgettable Dinner
Thursday, August 6th, 2009 – 6:30pm
$45 per guest
Victory Tavern City Grille is hosting a Four Course Dinner paired with the excellent beers of Flying Dog Brewery. Rich Graham, Vice President of Sales for Flying Dog, will be on hand to guide you through this unique dining experience and answer your questions about Flying Dog’s award-winning beers.
Victory Tavern City Grille has a hip, urban atmosphere and a lively menu of seasonally inspired dishes reflective of Chef Jim Oetting’s experience and sense of quality ingredients. The very reasonably priced offerings are unique to Victory Park, without compromising polished and friendly service.
Flying Dog Brewery makes a variety of ales — a litter of 10 or so, actually — that are distributed throughout the US and in Canada. Flying Dog originally opening in 1990 as a brewpub in Aspen, Colorado. In 1991, Flying Dog’s “Doggie Style” was bottled and won the “The Best Pale Ale in America” award at the Great American Beer Festival. The reputation of Flying Dog beers grew quickly, and demand soon exceeded the brewpub’s capacity. The beer is now brewed in Fredrick, Maryland and production capacity is 50,000 barrels per year. Flying Dog Classic Pale Ale is a multi-award winning product and is consistently ranked as one of the best pale ales in the U.S. At this year’s Great American Beer Festival, Flying Dog once again claimed its spot among the elite breweries, taking home two medals. Dogtoberfest won Gold for German-Style Märzen and Old Scratch furthered its legacy as one of the best beers on the planet by winning Silver for American-Style Amber Lager. This raises Old Scratch’s tally to 4 GABF medals and 2 World Beer Cup medals in the past 5 years. Few (if any) beers can claim that kind of supremacy!
1st Course
Grilled Peach & Endive Salad with Brie Toast & Cumin Honey
Kerberos Tripel
2nd Course
Chicken & Chorizo Empanada with Raisins & Green Olives
Double Dog Double Pale Ale
3rd Course
Ancho BBQ Glazed Meatloaf with Aged Cheddar Mash
& Organic Shiitake Mushrooms
Old Scratch Amber Lager
Dessert
Sour Cream Chocolate Chip Cake with Gonzo Imperial Porter Ganache
Gonzo Imperial Porter
Reservations Now Being Accepted
victorytavern.com

2501 N. Houston St., Dallas
214/432-1900

August 9

Dali Wine Bar

Sunday, August 9, 2009 – Chef’s Wine Table Dinner Featuring Chateauneuf-du-Pape
Four-course menu off of the Dali a-la-carte dinner selection and featuring top-end White & Red Chateauneuf-du-Pape wines.
$60 per person plus tax & gratuity. The Chef’s Table is an on-going Dali food & wine series that focuses on one wine varietal wherein each guest is encouraged to bring “their best bottle”–and shared with everyone at the table. Self parking available only.
7:00-9:30pm and limited to 10-special guests only.  Reservations are available at 469-385-9360 on a “first call-first reserved seating” for this popular series–and sold-out on each past event.

WEEKLY DALI EVENTS:
Sunday’s—BYOB Wine Night–guests are encouraged to bring in their favorite bottle of wine without a corkage fee.
Monday’s—Half Priced Wines by the Glass Night–savor Dallas’ best selection of eclectic wine by the glass at half off pricing.
Tuesday’s–New Release Night–taste Dali’s latest hand-picked wine selections of cult status by the glass–or flight of five wines/$15
–All events are from 5-7:00pm
–Tax & gratuity additional
–Complimentary valet parking until 6:00pm sharp–Mon-Fri.
–www.dailwinebar.com for future events and details
–469-385-9360 FOR RESERVATIONS
–1722 Routh St, One Arts Plaza, Arts District, 75201

For further info, contact Paul Pinnell at paulpinnell@sbcglobal.net.

August 5th

Sigel’s-Addison

Baton Wine Tasting featuring Bill Vyenielo, owner

Sigel’s-Addison  Wednesday, August 5th  5-7pm

“This is the personal winemaking project of Bill Vyenielo, who was the brilliant vineyard manager at Peter Michael for many years, and now works alongside David Abreu for Leslie Rudd’s Rudd Estate in Oakville. These first releases are very impressive.” Robert Parker
Bill is a Sonoma County native, raised in the country outside of Petaluma. Upon graduation from UC Davis Bill was recruited by Jay Corley to help run Monticello Cellars’ vineyards and wineries.  After a sabbatical to earn an MBA, Bill became General Manager at Peter Michael Winery near Calistoga.  At the time, it was a small, unknown startup.  Over the next 14 years, Bill helped develop Peter Michael Winery into one of the most respected luxury winery and vineyard estates in the United States.  In 2006, Bill and his wife Cathy set out to start Baton Wines.  Returning to the land he knows, Bill’s experience and intimate knowledge of the landscape, soil types, microclimates, fog and wind patterns in his native Sonoma County have proven invaluable in identifying vineyard sites that produce the highest quality grapes.

Join us at Sigel’s-Addison on Wednesday August 5th from 5-7pm as we welcome Bill Vyenielo, owner of Baton Wines, for a tasting of his current releases. Building upon the lessons learned at Peter Michael, he has quickly established himself as a master of these Burgundian varietals. To put the quality of these varietals in context we will also be tasting a number of other varietals from a bevy of California’s top wine estates.

August 11
Abacus

ABACUS HOSTS A WINE DINNER WITH KENT RATHBUN’S CULINARY CREATIONS ALONGSIDE BRAVANTE’S WORLD CLASS WINES

What:              Executive Chef Kent Rathbun presents a dinner of delectable dishes with special guest George Bravante and the luscious aromas of Bravante wines.  Join us at Abacus for a fabulous four-course meal alongside world class wines from the historic Howell Mountains.  The evening’s featured menu items and wine pairings include:
•          Salmon with Lemon Mascarpone Crostini and Pimenton Seared Buffalo with Red Onion Balsamic Marmalade and Manchego Cheese; Big Daddy Martini
•         Ginger-Peach Glazed Snapper with Chunka Noodles, Crispy Shiitakes and Red Plum  Broth; Bravante, Sauvignon Blanc 2007
•         Smoked Mushroom-Leek Tart with Seared Foie Gras Cream; Bravante, Merlot, Howell Mountain 2006
•         Roasted Eye of Ribeye with Balsamic-Cipollini Glaze and Crispy Polenta;
Bravante, Cabernet Sauvignon, Howell Mountain 2005; Bravante, Simpatico, Howell Mountain, Limited Release 2004
•         Bing Cherry-Pink Peppercorn Crisp with Caramelized Almond-Vanilla Ice Cream;
Bravante, Trio Bordeaux Blend, Howell Mountain 2006

Who:                Since Abacus opened 1999, the fine dining establishment has received numerous accolades and has been catapulted into the local, regional and national spotlight with industry recognition coming from Mobile Four-Stars, AAA Four Diamonds, DiRONA, Five Star rating from the Dallas Morning News and “Most Popular Restaurant in Dallas” rating by Zagat Survey in 2007 and 2008. Abacus has been featured in publications such as Elle, Southern Living, Veranda, Texas Monthly, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Esquire Magazine, Rosie Magazine and Wine Spectator.

Bravante vineyards one goal when crafting their world-class wines is commitment.  Located in the Howell Mountains in Napa Valley, Bravante wines focuses on “quality over quantity” to preserve their Howell Mountain territory.  Crafting well-made, perfectly balanced wines, Bravante provides the tastes of what the Howell Mountain fruit has to offer.  Bravante wines have received much recognition including: 2008 Top 100 Wines of the Year, 2007 Estate Winery Of The Year, 2006 Howell Mountain Trio, 93 Points, Wine & Spirits Magazine, 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon – 94 Points: Wine & Spirits Magazine, 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, Top 100 Wines of the Year, 2004 Howell Mountain Limited Edition Simpatico, 90 points Wine & Spirits

When:              August 11, 2009
6:30 PM

Cost:                $100 plus tax and 20% gratuity per person

Reservations:   Reservations are required by contacting Donna Tanner 469-867-3681

Where:            Abacus
4511 Mckinney Avenue
Dallas, TX 75205
www.kentrathbun.com

August 14
HIBISCUS
Presents:
An Evening with Heidi Barrett
La Sirena
August 14th, 2009
$200 per person
(tax & gratuity included)

First Course
Halibut & Rock Shrimp Ceviche
Avocado-Jalapeño Puree
House Fired White Corn Chips
Moscato Azul 2007

Second Course
Texas Wild Boar Ragout
Wild Mushrooms & Figs
Toasted Brioche
Syrah 2005 Santa Ynez Valley

Third Course
Pressed Bobwhite Quail
Peppery Arugula
Mustarda
Syrah 2005 ‘Barrett Vineyard’ Napa Valley

Fourth Course
Braised Short Rib
Buttermilk Reggiano Mashed
Cabernet-Ginger Sauce
Cabernet 2005 Napa

Fifth Course
Chocolate Brulee
Bing Cherry Compote
Syrah 2005 Napa

UPDATE:  Kyle Kearbey has a list.

Both casual yet exclusive, the “Chefs Wine Table Series” is scheduled throughout the year held on select Sunday nights only and designed to focus on one particular wine varietal for a maximum seating of ten special guests who are encouraged to bring their “best cellar wine” that compliments the theme of the evening.  Yes, this does mean BYOB (legal in all aspects) with top-end wines to be shared with others at one table.  Food service is a four-course a-la-carte  menu with guests ordering directly off of the Dali “Four-Star” dinner menu that best suits each diners taste–and compliments the wines to be served during the evening.  Cost for all “Chefs Wine Table” events is $60 per person, exclusive of tax and gratuity.  Reservations are “first come-first serve–and limited strictly to ten guests per event to allow all ten guests to proside at the round “Chefs Table” over-looking the Dallas Arts District and stunning vistas of Downtown architecture.
“Great Red Burgundy’s”–Sunday, July 26th (Your top quality Red Burgundy will be savored by all–sorry, California)
(Future “Chefs Wine Table” dinners will be posted on www.daliwinebar.com)
“Savoring Summer Wines: Soothing White & Red Wines”(Wine Dinner)
“Please join us Wednesday, July 22nd for a special wine dinner celebrating Summers most revered and refreshing white and red wines–totaling six exciting wines.  Nationally acclaimed Dali Executive Chef, Joel A. Harloff, will be presenting a one of kind five-course memorable dinner especially designed to compliment the “wines of summer”.  Cost is $75 a person, exclusive of tax and gratuity.  Reception begins at 6:30pm, with dinner served promptly at 7:00pm.  Let me encourage you not to miss this unique dinner, as Dali presents the “ultimate wines of summer”.  (Details and menu to be posted at www.daliwinebar.com as of July 10th.)”
“Pinot Power: Sparking Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Meunier & Pinot Noir”(Wine Dinner)
“For the dedicate “pinot-phile”, Dali presents a well-rounded wine dinner that focuses on all Pinot varietals on Wednesday, July 29th.  Guests will be enthralled with a  first-class selection of six stunning wines and will include; Sparkling Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir (both French & American), Pinot Meunier and a dessert Pinot Gris–Tokay d’Alsace.  Chef Harloff, recently back from a “sold-out” James Beard Foundation dinner held in New York, will be offering a masterful “Four-Star”-five course menu for the perfect food pairing to compliment the magical family of Pinot wines. This is sure to be a memorable affair, so make your reservations now!  Cost is $85 a person, exclusive of tax and gratuity.(Details and menu to be posted at  www.daliwinebar.com on July 17th)” RESERVATIONS FOR BOTH EVENTS ARE LIMITED, AND CAN BE MADE AT 469-385-9360.  SEE YOU THERE!

July 16
ROSEWOOD MANSION ON TURTLE CREEK
Thursday, July 16
Numanthia Termes Wine Dinner
Join winemaker Manuel Lozada of the Numanthia Termes winery in Spain’s Toro region for a four-course wine dinner in The Mansion Library. Founded in 1998, the estate’s three red wines have garnered all manner of critical acclaim.
A Champagne reception begins at 7:15 p.m. followed by a four-course dinner created by executive sous chef Eric Brandt at 7:45 p.m.
Call 214.443.4747 for reservations as seating is limited. $165 per person including tax, gratuity and valet parking.
Join winemaker Manuel Lozada of the Numanthia Termes winery in Spain’s Toro region for a four-course wine dinner in The Mansion Library. Founded in 1998, the estate’s three red wines have garnered all manner of critical acclaim.
A Champagne reception begins at 7:15 p.m. followed by a four-course dinner created by executive sous chef Eric Brandt at 7:45 p.m.
Call 214.443.4747 for reservations as seating is limited. $165 per person including tax, gratuity and valet parking

July 16
Victory Tavern City Grille

Experience Napa County’s Finest Wines Paired with an Unforgettable Dinner Featuring the Season’s Best Tomatoes
Thursday, July 16th, 2009
Reception 6:30pm
$65 per guest
Victory Tavern City Grille is hosting a celebration of Napa’s Rombauer Vineyards on Thursday, July 16. A mingling reception with passed Chef’s Selection hors d’oeuvres will kick off a relaxed evening around the table enjoying four courses of culinary inspirations from Chef Jim Oetting – all paired with Rombauer’s wines, known for production of ultra-premium Napa Valley and Carneros varietals.
Victory Tavern City Grille has a hip, urban atmosphere and a lively menu of chef-driven, seasonally inspired dishes reflective of Chef Jim Oetting’s experience and sense of quality ingredients. The very reasonably priced offerings are unique to Victory Park, without compromising polished and friendly service.
The Rombauer family has over 30 years of winemaking experience in the Napa Valley and is known for consistent, high quality wines. Koerner Rombauer was once a Captain for Braniff Airways and resided in Carrollton. When Braniff ceased operations, he and his family relocated to 40 acres in the Napa Valley. He became a partner in Conn Creek winery and developed a fascination of the wine business, culminating with the founding of Rombauer Vineyards in 1981. Almost 30 years later, Rombauer Vineyards is still family-owned and operated and the wines are consistently recognized as some of Napa Valley’s finest.
Chuck Weintraub, Regional Sales Rep for Rombauer, will be on hand to present the wines and answer questions. Among the highlights of the evening will the 2007 Carneros Chardonnay, consistently highly rated, and the 2006 Carneros Merlot. The main course will feature the 2005 Napa Valley Cabernet, a rich, luscious wine with complex fruit balanced by moderate tannins – a food friendly wine. For dessert, don’t miss Rombauer’s “Joy” Late Harvest Chardonnay.
1st Course
Alaskan Halibut
Olive oil Poached Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, Coriander Cucumber Sauce
2007 Carneros Chardonnay
2nd Course
Blackberry BBQ Mopped Duck Breast
Fresh Picked Arugula, Heirloom Toybox Tomatoes, Vanilla Shallot Vinaigrette
2006 Carneros Merlot
3rd Course
Grilled Flatiron Steak & Heirloom Tomatoes
Beer Battered Onion Ring, Chimichurri Butter
2005 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
4th Course
Texas Peach & Blueberry Tatin Cake
“Joy” Late Harvest Chardonnay

July19
The Grape

The Grape hosts an extraordinary “Come-A-You Are” wine dinner on Sunday, July 19th, featuring special guest winemaker Peter Spann, with selections from the Spann Vineyards portfolio of award-winning wines.  Memorable in their purity, authenticity, distinctiveness, and enjoyment these food-friendly wines will be complimented by a 4-course menu prepared by Chef/Owner Brian C. Luscher.

Featured wines will include Betsy’s Backacher Bottle Blond (Semillon/Chardonnay blend), Mo Zin (Zinfandel/Mourvedre/Petite Sirah/Syrah blend), Charbono and Muscat Canelli.

Peter Spann began his love for French wines while waiting tables at a French restaurant during his New Orleans college days.  After working “crush” at two different California wineries during the wine renaissance of the 19670’s, Peter vowed to someday own his own vineyard and produce wines unique to the wine world.  After moving to Northern California in 2000, the former Dallas native bought a vineyard in Glenn Ellen and Spann Vineyards was born.  Spann produces limited quantities of European-style blended wines, strongly influenced by Bordeaux, the Rhone Valley and Tuscany.

Never been to The Grape’s monthly wine dinner…well here is the 411.  The Grape provides a fun and casual setting that allows the guest to “come-as-they-are” and dine at their own pace, allowing for a more festive one-on-one format with the wine experts.
Themes include a wine expert/host for the evening who speaks to each individual table about the wines selected.

Reservations are recommended.  Cost is $60 per person exclusive of tax, gratuity and other beverages.  Located at 2808 Greenville Avenue, The Grape is open for dinner nightly at 5:30pm and Sunday Brunch.   For reservations call 214-828-1981 or visit the website at www.thegraperestaurant.com.  Complimentary valet parking always provided.

July 24th
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

The cachet of Caymus speaks for itself – The Caymus Vineyards brand is synonymous with quality and luxury. Pappas Bros. celebrates our long relationship with this eminent California winery as we do every year with another spectacular dinner.  Pappas Bros. Steakhouse will host a five-course dinner paired with complementing Caymus wines on July 24th at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $175 per person plus tax and gratuity, Reservations required. For additional details, please call 214.366.2000.  Seating is limited.
The Caymus label was founded in 1972 by Charles F. (Charlie) Wagner, Lorna Belle Glos Wagner and their son Charles J. (Chuck) Wagner on the family’s Rutherford property. Cabernet is king at Caymus, and the winery’s 60-plus acres of estate Cabernet Sauvignon in the Rutherford District in Napa Valley, California continue to form the foundation of those delicious Caymus Cabernets. The winery’s Special Selection wines have been described as “Never unapproachable, the Special Selection…taste almost too delicious when released,” by the Wine Advocate.  Pappas Bros. Steakhouse is proud to present the following menu for their upcoming Caymus Wine Dinner:
Caymus Wine Dinner
Created by Chef Michael Gaspard and Master Sommelier Barbara Werley –
Hors d’Oeuvres
2007 Belle Glos “Yorkville Highlands” Mendocino County Pinot Noir Blanc
First Course
Heirloom Tomato Salad
Dungeness Crab, Citrus Crème Fraîche, Garden Herbs
2006 Mer Soleil “Silver” Central Coast Chardonnay
Second Course
PORCINI MUSHROOM
House Made Duck Prosciutto, Charred White Asparagus, Anise-Duck Glaze
2007 Belle Glos “Taylor Lane” Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
2007 Belle Glos “Las Alturas” Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir
2007 Belle Glos “Clark & Telephone” Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir
Third Course
“PORTER HOUSE”
Roasted Tenderloin, Butter Poached Strip, Creamed Corn, Bliss Skillet Potatoes
2006 Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
2005 Caymus “Special Select” Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
2006 Caymus “Special Select” Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Dessert Course
CARAMELIZED PEACH
Almond Cream, Brown Sugar Crumble, Pecan Ice Cream
2004 Mer Soleil “Late” Santa Lucia Highlands Viognier
July 27th
Sevy’s Grill

“GRILLING ON A SUMMER EVENING” FEATURING KENWOOD WINES
July’s Food & Wine dinner will be on Monday, July 27th, 6:30 pm.  Four courses (each with a grilled element) paired with the tasty wines of Kenwood Vineyards.  Champagne reception begins at 6:30, $59.95 per person (plus tax and gratuity).  Seating is limited and reservations are required.  Contact Jimmy, Stefaan or Amy M. at (214)265-7389 or SevysCatering@aol.com .

July 29    Cru, A Wine Bar

Cru, A Wine Bar will host a special wine dinner on Wednesday, June 29, 2009 at Cru West Village in Dallas. A four-course menu by Executive Chef Paul Singhapong will be paired with 4 classic wines from Siduri Wines of Sonoma County.
Launched in 1994 by Texas natives Adam & Dianna Lee, Siduri is named for the Babylonian Goddess of wine, who, in Babylonian mythology, held the wine of eternal life. Today, Siduri produces single vineyard Pinot Noir from 20 different vineyards stretching from Santa Barbara north to Oregon’s Willamette Valley. All of the Pinot Noir is produced unfiltered and unfined in an effort to maximize the expression of the very diverse sources of the grapes.
Cru, established in January 2002, was conceived as an exciting urban destination to experience and explore the fascinating world of wine. Wine Country cuisine is thoughtfully paired with an extensive list of global wines in mind. Join us on this exceptional evening in celebrating fathers with great food, distinctive wines, and extraordinary company.
1st Course
Grilled Alaskan Salmon
mango relish
Siduri Pinot Noir, Chehalem Mountains ‘07
2nd Course
Pan-Roasted Plantation Quail cream corn & wild berry-pinot noir reduction
Siduri Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast ’06
3rd Course
Pan-Seared Kobe Steak
roasted garlic mashed potatoes & wild mushroom sauce
Siduri Pinot Noir “Rosella’s Vineyard”, Santa Lucia Highlands ‘06
Dessert
Peach & Berry Crumble
vanilla ice cream
Novy Family Winery Syrah, Russian River Valley ‘06

July 8
Hector’s on Henderson

This Wednesday, July 8, 2009, from 5 PM to 7:30 PM, we continue our series of popular wine Happy Hours. We are featuring wines from our list and chosen by our Bar Manager Chris Chapman. Each glass of wine costs only $6.00 so it’s an opportunity to break into a new area or revisit an old friend. Check out the new Riedel glasses!

This week’s wines are:
Whites:
Gimenez Riili Sauvignon Blanc 2006, Mendoza
Schmitges Rivaner 2008, Mosel
Miguel Torres Cordillera Chardonnay 2007, Chile
Chateau Goudichard Blanc 2008, Bordeaux

Reds:
Red shorts Red NV, Lodi
Trinitis Zinfandel 2006, CA
El Ganador Malbec 2007, Mendoza
Martin & Wyrich Etrusco 2005, Paso Robles
I will provide complimentary passed appetizers for the bar patrons participating in the event.
Stay for dinner after the Happy Hour and you can avail yourself of the Two for Twenty Menu, a two-course, $20 meal (with choices, including vegetarian). There is no better deal. Of course, the entire regular menu, featuring our new Light Plates entree section, is also available.

Enjoy the music of John Freeman, jazz piano and vocals, from 7 PM to 10 PM. John entertains every Wednesday and is extraordinary. To RSVP, call 214-821-0432 or send an email to:
info@hectorsonhenderson.com (or just drop in!).

July 9
MAGUIRE’S Restaurant

MAGUIRE’S Restaurant is holding a VIP wine event on Thursday, July 9 consisting of a five-course banquet-style dinner, paired with five wine selections from Langtry Estates.  Guests can enjoy Chilled Avocado Soup, Wild Smoked Salmon, Seafood Risotto, Veal Cordon Bleu and Mini Lava Cake, all for $69 a person.  Reservations are required.
Thursday, July 9 at 7 p.m.             Cost: $69 a person plus tax and gratuity
MAGUIRE’S Restaurant, located at 17552 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, Texas 75287.  To make a reservation, please call (972) 818-0068.  Valet is complimentary.

A Dinner with Langtry Estates

This Evening’s Menu

First Course

Chilled Avocado Soup

Corn relish

Langtry “Lillie Vineyard” Sauvignon Blanc 2006

Second Course

Wild Smoked Salmon

Apple horseradish chutney, savory bread pudding

Guenoc Chardonnay, California 2006

Third Course

Seafood Risotto

Shrimp, calamari, scallop, arugula

Guenoc “Victorian” Claret, Lake County 2006

Fourth Course

Veal Cordon Bleu

Soft polenta, brussel sprouts

Langtry “Tephra Ridge”Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Fifth Course

Mini Lava Cake

Freshly baked chocolate cake, vanilla ice cream, fresh berries

Guenoc Petite Syrah, Lake County 2006

Executive Chef: Alberto Solis Chef de Cuisine: Brad Albers

July 15
CIBUS AND LA DUNI CO-HOST 3rd “AL FRESCO WINE TASTING”
Cibus will again join with its NorthPark neighbor La Duni to co-host their third “al fresco evening of wine, special bites and live music.” Make plans to join us on Wednesday, July 15th from 6:30 to 7:30pm in the beautiful CenterPark area of NorthPark Shopping Center.

More than fifteen wineries will be showcasing their wines including eight chosen from Northern Italy by Cibus and seven from South America and Spain chosen by La Duni. Both La Duni and Cibus will be offering special bites from their respective kitchens.
$20 per person at the door. Please call Cibus at 214-692-0001 or La Duni at 214-987-2260. Cibus and La Duni are both located on Northpark level one beneath the AMC movie theatres.

Following the wine tasting, both restaurants will be offering a special 4-course menu for those who would like to stay and have dinner. The cost is $30 per person.  You can add your favorite wine from those tasted during the al fresco event for only $19 per bottle.

July 11
Watel’s Around Town
What: COOKING CLASS

When: 5:00 pm Sat July 11 2009
After class you will be served a 3 course dinner.

Where: 1804 Greenville Avenue
Topic: Versatile Sauces
Learn sauces that can change by adding or subtracting a few ingredients and can be used in a variety of dishes. We will also entertain requests.
Please book NOW by reply email; space is limited. Reservations are required. Price is $65 per person.
Watel’s Around Town
Events . Catering . Weddings & Receptions
acclaimed cuisine, friendly service, jazz dinners,
cooking classes, wine tasting, and more
214 720 0323   www.watels.com

“Dali Announces July Food & Wine Event Schedule”
“New & Cool–The “Chefs Wine Table Series”

Both casual yet exclusive, the “Chefs Wine Table Series” is scheduled throughout the year held on select Sunday nights only and designed to focus on one particular wine varietal for a maximum seating of ten special guests who are encouraged to bring their “best cellar wine” that compliments the theme of the evening.  Yes, this does mean BYOB (legal in all aspects) with top-end wines to be shared with others at one table.  Food service is a four-course a-la-carte  menu with guests ordering directly off of the Dali “Four-Star” dinner menu that best suits each diners taste–and compliments the wines to be served during the evening.  Cost for all “Chefs Wine Table” events is $60 per person, exclusive of tax and gratuity.  Reservations are “first come-first serve–and limited strictly to ten guests per event to allow all ten guests to proside at the round “Chefs Table” over-looking the Dallas Arts District and stunning vistas of Downtown architecture.

“Great White Burgundy’s”–Sunday, July 12th (Bring a bottle of your best White Burgundy–sorry, no California wine allowed)

“Great Red Burgundy’s”–Sunday, July 26th (Your top quality Red Burgundy will be savored by all–sorry, California)

(Future “Chefs Wine Table” dinners will be posted on www.daliwinebar.com)

“Savoring Summer Wines: Soothing White & Red Wines”(Wine Dinner)

“Please join us Wednesday, July 22nd for a special wine dinner celebrating Summers most revered and refreshing white and red wines–totaling six exciting wines.  Nationally acclaimed Dali Executive Chef, Joel A. Harloff, will be presenting a one of kind five-course memorable dinner especially designed to compliment the “wines of summer”.  Cost is $75 a person, exclusive of tax and gratuity.  Reception begins at 6:30pm, with dinner served promptly at 7:00pm.  Let me encourage you not to miss this unique dinner, as Dali presents the “ultimate wines of summer”.  (Details and menu to be posted at www.daliwinebar.com as of July 10th.)”

“Pinot Power: Sparking Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Meunier & Pinot Noir”(Wine Dinner)

“For the dedicate “pinot-phile”, Dali presents a well-rounded wine dinner that focuses on all Pinot varietals on Wednesday, July 29th.  Guests will be enthralled with a  first-class selection of six stunning wines and will include; Sparkling Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir (both French & American), Pinot Meunier and a dessert Pinot Gris–Tokay d’Alsace.  Chef Harloff, recently back from a “sold-out” James Beard Foundation dinner held in New York, will be offering a masterful “Four-Star”-five course menu for the perfect food pairing to compliment the magical family of Pinot wines. This is sure to be a memorable affair, so make your reservations now!  Cost is $85 a person, exclusive of tax and gratuity.(Details and menu to be posted at  www.daliwinebar.com on July 17th)” RESERVATIONS FOR BOTH EVENTS ARE LIMITED, AND CAN BE MADE AT 469-385-9360.  SEE YOU THERE!

July 15
Abacus – Dallasabacus
Rubissow Wine Dinner
with Winemaker Timothy Milos
July 15, 2009
6:30 PM

PASSED

Grapefruit Cured Sea Scallops Ceviche, Habenero

Spanish Marinated Shrimp, Serrano Ham, Honeydew

Esterlina, Reisling, Cole Ranch 2006

1ST COURSE

Foie Gras-Granny Smith Apple Terrine, Baby Mache, Orange Caramel

Rubissow, Trompettes, Mt Veeder  2005

2ND COURSE

Pepper Crusted Veal Loin, Wilted Brussel Sprouts
Blackberry-Sage Demi

2004 Rubissow, Merlot, Mt Veeder 2005

3RD COURSE

Black Soy Seared Duck Breast, Crispy Sushi Rice Blocks
Chinese Long Beans, Maitake Mushroom Sauce

Rubissow, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mt Veeder 2005

4TH COURSE

Coriander Cured Wagyu Coulet, Serrano Black Bean Sauce
Green Chili-Summer Corn Tart

Rubissow-Sargent, Cabernet Sauvignon  Reserve. Mt Veeder 2005

5TH COURSE

Bourbon-Vanilla Chiboust Napoleon
“Minus 8″ Summer Berry Compote

$85 plus tax and 20% gratuity per person
Reservations Required
Donna Tanner
469-867-3681

July 16
ROSEWOOD MANSION ON TURTLE CREEK

Thursday, July 16

Numanthia Termes Wine Dinner
Join winemaker Manuel Lozada of the Numanthia Termes winery in Spain’s Toro region for a four-course wine dinner in The Mansion Library. Founded in 1998, the estate’s three red wines have garnered all manner of critical acclaim.

A Champagne reception begins at 7:15 p.m. followed by a four-course dinner created by executive sous chef Eric Brandt at 7:45 p.m.

Call 214.443.4747 for reservations as seating is limited. $165 per person including tax, gratuity and valet parking.
Join winemaker Manuel Lozada of the Numanthia Termes winery in Spain’s Toro region for a four-course wine dinner in The Mansion Library. Founded in 1998, the estate’s three red wines have garnered all manner of critical acclaim.

A Champagne reception begins at 7:15 p.m. followed by a four-course dinner created by executive sous chef Eric Brandt at 7:45 p.m.

Call 214.443.4747 for reservations as seating is limited. $165 per person including tax, gratuity and valet parking

July 24th
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

The cachet of Caymus speaks for itself – The Caymus Vineyards brand is synonymous with quality and luxury. Pappas Bros. celebrates our long relationship with this eminent California winery as we do every year with another spectacular dinner.  Pappas Bros. Steakhouse will host a five-course dinner paired with complementing Caymus wines on July 24th at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $175 per person plus tax and gratuity, Reservations required. For additional details, please call 214.366.2000.  Seating is limited.

The Caymus label was founded in 1972 by Charles F. (Charlie) Wagner, Lorna Belle Glos Wagner and their son Charles J. (Chuck) Wagner on the family’s Rutherford property. Cabernet is king at Caymus, and the winery’s 60-plus acres of estate Cabernet Sauvignon in the Rutherford District in Napa Valley, California continue to form the foundation of those delicious Caymus Cabernets. The winery’s Special Selection wines have been described as “Never unapproachable, the Special Selection…taste almost too delicious when released,” by the Wine Advocate.  Pappas Bros. Steakhouse is proud to present the following menu for their upcoming Caymus Wine Dinner:

Caymus Wine Dinner
Created by Chef Michael Gaspard and Master Sommelier Barbara Werley –

Hors d’Oeuvres

2007 Belle Glos “Yorkville Highlands” Mendocino County Pinot Noir Blanc

First Course

Heirloom Tomato Salad

Dungeness Crab, Citrus Crème Fraîche, Garden Herbs

2006 Mer Soleil “Silver” Central Coast Chardonnay

Second Course
PORCINI MUSHROOM

House Made Duck Prosciutto, Charred White Asparagus, Anise-Duck Glaze

2007 Belle Glos “Taylor Lane” Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

2007 Belle Glos “Las Alturas” Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

2007 Belle Glos “Clark & Telephone” Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir

Third Course
“PORTER HOUSE”
Roasted Tenderloin, Butter Poached Strip, Creamed Corn, Bliss Skillet Potatoes

2006 Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

2005 Caymus “Special Select” Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

2006 Caymus “Special Select” Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Dessert Course
CARAMELIZED PEACH

Almond Cream, Brown Sugar Crumble, Pecan Ice Cream

2004 Mer Soleil “Late” Santa Lucia Highlands Viognier

July 27th
Sevy’s Grill

“GRILLING ON A SUMMER EVENING” FEATURING KENWOOD WINES

July’s Food & Wine dinner will be on Monday, July 27th, 6:30 pm.  Four courses (each with a grilled element) paired with the tasty wines of Kenwood Vineyards.  Champagne reception begins at 6:30, $59.95 per person (plus tax and gratuity).  Seating is limited and reservations are required.  Contact Jimmy, Stefaan or Amy M. at (214)265-7389 or SevysCatering@aol.com .

Nana, serving upscale American cuisine on the 27th floor of the Hilton Anatole Hotel, hosts its monthly Friday Night Flights promotion on Friday, July 3rd between 6pm – 8pm.  This month, guests will enjoy three food samplings inspired by the 4th of July holiday and paired with specialty beer by Stone Brewing Company. The plates and accompanying beverages will be available for only $20 per person plus tax and gratuity. Jason Armstrong, the Texas and New Mexico Regional Brewing Representative for Stone Brewing Co., will be available at the event to answer questions and provide information regarding the selected beers. Seats are limited, and reservations are highly recommended by calling 214.761.7470.  Visit www.nanarestaurant.com for complete details.  Friday Night Flights is available the first Friday of every month.

The Stone Brewing Company was created by ”beer enthusiasts” Greg Koch and Steve Wagner. Combining Steve’s knowledge and experience in brewing and Greg’s past successes in the business field, the two opened the Stone Brewing Co. in 1996 in San Marcos, Texas. Since then, the brewery has established its reputation for offering only the most creative and highest quality of beers. Ranked the number one brewery of 2009 by BeerAdvocate Magazine, Stone Brewing Company is guaranteed to appeal to the tastes of even the most selective of beer connoisseurs.

Dazzle and ignite your taste buds with Nana’s “American Spirit.”  The red, white and blue layered frozen cocktail features six liquors including smooth vodka (with fresh strawberry puree), wonderfully indulgent Godiva white chocolate, Malibu rum, Blue Curaçao, Chambord and Stoli Raspberry.   The patriotic “American Spirit” cocktail, available for $17.76 throughout the 4th of July weekend, may result in seeing stars, stripes . . . and fireworks!  The best seat in Dallas to enjoy the dazzling “Fair Park Fourth” fireworks show is on the 27th floor of the Hilton Anatole at Nana, voted by Zagat as “Best Restaurant with a View.”

July 11
Hotel St. Germain

Bastille Day Wine Tasting
Saturday, July 11, 2009
7:00pm
17th century France was a period of exceptional power and glamour when King Louis XIV built his masterpiece, Les Chateau de Versailles.

Versailles became Europe’s most famous party destination and location of legendary royal fetes during the reign of the Sun King.

For our Bastille Day event, the buffet menu will feature as assortment of King Louis’ favorite dishes from the kitchens at Versailles including

Smoked Salmon, Garlic Lamb, Tenderloin Marchand de Vin, Steamed Artichokes, Roasted Pheasant, Crayfish, Oysters & Shrimp,

Potatoes Dauphinoise, Charcuterie Pate, Cheeses, Melons, Strawberries and desserts of Candied Fruits, Caramels,

Lemon Sorbet, Almond Cake, Fruit Tartlettes and Chocolate Pot de Crème.

Complimenting the menu will be five French wines and one Champagne. Wines include:
Marc Bredif Vouvray 2006
Louis Michel Chablis 2006
Domaniers Rose Cote de Provence 2008
Henri Fessy Morgan Beaujolois 2008
Terra Burgala Chateau La Sonate, St. Emilion 2005
Roederer Estate Brut Sparkling.
$70 per person

Enjoy great food, wine, music and surprises. For reservations, call 214-871-2516.
Hotel St. Germain is located at 2516 Maple Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75201

July 27
Sevy’s Grill

“GRILLING ON A SUMMER EVENING” FEATURING KENWOOD WINES

July’s Food & Wine dinner will be on Monday, July 27th, 6:30 pm.  Four courses (each with a grilled element) paired with the tasty wines of Kenwood Vineyards.  Champagne reception begins at 6:30, $59.95 per person (plus tax and gratuity).  Seating is limited and reservations are required.  Contact Jimmy, Stefaan or Amy M. at (214)265-7389 or SevysCatering@aol.com .
JULY BAR PROMOTIONS AT SEVY’S

Our daily bar special feature the following:

Monday – Bacardi Dragonberry Rum, $5.95

Tuesday – Moretti Italian Bierra, $3.50

Wednesday – Dewars 12 year old, $5.95

Thursday – Prairie Vodka, $4.99

Friday – Partida Tequila Margaritas, $5.99

Also, Mondays through Fridays at the bar for the ladies, selected wines by the glass, 1/2 price!

STAYING IN DALLAS?

Doing a stay-cation this summer?  How about treating yourself, family and friends to a catered event from Sevy’s Grill.  There is always something to celebrate, let us plan, cook, serve and clean so you can relax and enjoy.  We can even bring your own “Food & Wine Dinner” to your home or help you create your “fantasy menu”.  For information contact Amy M., Jimmy or Stefaan at (214) 265-7389, or SevysCatering@aol.com .
WWW.SEVYS.COM , SEVYSCATERING@AOL.COM

June 24
FUQUA Winery

FUQUA Winery will be continuing its popular Wednesday night varietal wine tasting series with another great wine for summer, Pinot Grigio – Pinot Gris.
Wednesday, June 24, 7:00 PM, Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris Tasting – Explore the world of Pinot Gris at the FUQUA Winery.  Taste more than 10 Pinot Gris from all around the world.  Participate in a discussion of each and rate these wines.  Limited to 16 people.  Cost is $16 per person.  Tickets available at www.FUQUAwinery.com
For more information, please call  214.769.1147.
June 24
Hector’s on Henderson

This Wednesday, June 24, 2009, from 5 PM to 7:30 PM, we continue our series of popular wine Happy Hours. We are featuring wines from our list and chosen by our Bar Manager Chris Chapman. Each glass of wine costs only $6.00 so it’s an opportunity to break into a new area or revisit an old friend.

I will provide complimentary passed appetizers for the bar patrons participating in the event.

Stay for dinner after the Happy Hour and you can avail yourself of the Two for Twenty Menu, a two-course, $20 meal (with choices, including vegetarian). There is no better deal. Of course, the entire regular menu, featuring our new Light Plates entree section, is also available.

Enjoy the music of John Freeman, jazz piano and vocals, from 7 PM to 10 PM. John entertains every Wednesday and is extraordinary.

To RSVP, call 214-821-0432 or send an email to:
info@hectorsonhenderson.com (or just drop in!).

June 28

The Grape

THE GRAPE HOSTS MONTHLY “COME-AS YOU”ARE WINE DINNER
FEATURING “SUMMERTIME SIPS”
The Grape hosts a “Summertime Sips” wine dinner on Sunday, June 28, featuring a selection of refreshing, chilled wines hand-selected by Courtney Luscher, and complimented by a 3-course menu prepared by Chef/Owner Brian C. Luscher.
Never been to The Grape’s monthly wine dinner…well here is the 411.  The Grape provides a fun; casual setting that allows the guest to “come-as-they-are” and dine at their own pace, allowing for a more festive one-on-one format with the wine experts.
Themes include a wine expert/host for the evening who speaks to each individual table about the wines selected.
Reservations are recommended.  Cost is $45 per person exclusive of tax, gratuity and other beverages.  Located at 2808 Greenville Avenue, The Grape is open for dinner nightly at 5:30pm and Sunday Brunch.   For reservations call 214-828-1981 or visit the website at www.thegraperestaurant.com.  Complimentary valet parking always provided.

June 26th
Chamberlain’s Fish Market Grill

Invites you to experience
Hong Kong Seafood
Cooking demonstration and wine dinner
Friday, June 26th
6:30 p.m.

Chef Richard Chamberlain is traveling in China researching items to design a world class menu. The food will be paired with wines from around the world!

$69.95 per person plus tax & gratuity

4525 Belt Line Road ~ Addison, TX 75001
Reservations Required: 972-503-3474

June 30th
Sigel’s Summer Restaurant Series
An Exploration of Dallas’ Dining Alternatives

Sigel’s has hosted wine and food events at some of the finest restaurants in Dallas, matching classic wines from the world’s finest viticultural regions with the classic cuisine of Dallas’ benchmark restaurants. But over the years the Dallas dining scene has matured and expanded to encompass an amazingly dynamic range of styles, traditions and concepts that offer a virtually unlimited pallet of culinary choices. Our Summer Restaurant Series will concentrate on these venues with unusual, yet exemplary, food served in a more casual dining atmosphere that will allow us to stretch our food/wine matching skills.

We invite you to enjoy the multilayered complexity of true, authentic Moroccan cuisine at Café Marrakesh. Owner Majid Elmazouni has prepared a Moroccan feast with Chef Adil Nadir in presenting a fun evening of exciting food and wine. No stranger to Dallas fine dining, Chef Adir has spent over 25 years  working at such well loved Dallas landmarks as Calluaud’s, Chez Girard, les Rendezvous and Sambuca. His food is as comforting and satisfying as it is technically accomplished.

Café Marrakesh – A Moroccan Feast
5 courses – 10 wines
June 30th – 7:30pm
$60 per person

Moroccan cuisine is considered one of the most complex in the world due to its remarkable diversity of influences. The Berbers contributed  staple dishes like tagine and couscous. The Arab world introduced new spices, nuts and dried fruits. The Moors contributed olives, olive juice and citrus while the Jewish-Moors left behind their sophisticated preserving techniques that we see in the frequent use of preserved lemons. The French contributed culinary techniques.

Reception
Sommariva Prosecco di Conegliano
~
1st
Moroccan Beef ‘Cigars’
Pyllo Dough cylinders filled with Ground Beef and Exotic Spices
Chicken Bastilla
Sweet & Savory Chicken with Roasted Almonds wrapped in Phyllo Dough sprinkled with Cinnamon
Curran Grenache Blanc 07
Melville Viognier 08
~
2nd
Chicken Couscous
Braised Chicken with Garden Vegetables over Traditional Berber Semolina Couscous
Palmina Arneis 07
Margerum Sauvignon Blanc Sybarite 08
~
3rd
Fish Tagine with Sharmoula Sauce
Traditional Moroccan Sauce with Garlic, Herbs, Spices, Lemon and Tomato
Ch Guiot Costieres de Nimes Rose 08
Shooting Star Blue Franc 07
~
4th
Lamb Tagine
Slow Braised Lamb with Caramelized Onions, Olives, Preserved Lemons, Artichokes and Green Peas
Atalayas Ribera del Duero 05
les Cailloux Chateauneuf du Pape 05
~
5th
Moroccan Bread Pudding
Rare Wine Company Madiera Malmsey
Atai (Moroccan Mint Tea)

Café Marrakesh
7989 Beltline Road, Suite 315
Tuesday, June 30th – 7:30pm
$60 per person, inclusive

June 29

Sevy’s Grill

JUNE FOOD AND WINE DINNER
Join us on Monday, June 29th at 6:30 pm for our monthly Food and Wine Dinner featuring a
Summer Evening in New England
Four courses plus reception of dishes specially created by our chefs and paired with wines to compliment each course.  Seating is limited, reservations are required, $59.95 per person (plus tax and tip).  Call Jimmy, Stefaan or Amy M. at (214) 265-7389 or SevysCatering@aol.com , hope to see you there!

RECEPTION
Fried Ipswich Clams
Cristalino, Sparkling

FIRST COURSE
Maine Lobster Roll
Calera Chardonnay, Central Coast, 2007

SECOND COURSE
Georges Bank Jumbo Sea Scallops, Summer Succotash and Lemon Thyme Butter
Mauritson Sauvignon Blanc, Dry Creek, 2007

THIRD COURSE
Maple Glazed Venison Roast, Johnny Cakes, Harvard Beets and Chanterelle Mushroom Sauce
Mauritson Zinfandel, Dry Creek 2006

FOURTH COURSE
Fresh Berry Cobbler with Lime Whipped Cream
Finca La Linda Torrontes, Argentina, 2008

July 3
Nana

Nana, serving upscale American cuisine on the 27th floor of the Hilton Anatole Hotel, hosts its monthly Friday Night Flights promotion on Friday, July 3rd between 6pm – 8pm.  This month, guests will enjoy three food samplings inspired by the 4th of July holiday and paired with specialty beer by Stone Brewing Company. The plates and accompanying beverages will be available for only $20 per person plus tax and gratuity. Jason Armstrong, the Texas and New Mexico Regional Brewing Representative for Stone Brewing Co., will be available at the event to answer questions and provide information regarding the selected beers. Seats are limited, and reservations are highly recommended by calling 214.761.7470.  Visit www.nanarestaurant.com for complete details.  Friday Night Flights is available the first Friday of every month.

The Stone Brewing Company was created by “beer enthusiasts” Greg Koch and Steve Wagner. Combining Steve’s knowledge and experience in brewing and Greg’s past successes in the business field, the two opened the Stone Brewing Co. in 1996 in San Marcos, Texas. Since then, the brewery has established its reputation for offering only the most creative and highest quality of beers. Ranked the number one brewery of 2009 by BeerAdvocate Magazine, Stone Brewing Company is guaranteed to appeal to the tastes of even the most selective of beer connoisseurs.

Nana is a restaurant with an inimitable sense of luxury and wonder, where its service, panoramic view of the city, and upscale American cuisine created by internationally-acclaimed Executive Chef Anthony Bombaci are simply astonishing.  Hours are Sunday through Thursday from 6pm – 10pm and Fridays and Saturdays from 6pm – 10:30pm.  Nana is located on the 27th floor of the Hilton Anatole Hotel at 2201 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX  75207.  Reservations are available by calling 214.761.7470.   www.nanarestaurant.com

July 10
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

“A Decade To Remember: 1990’s Bordeaux”

Wine Tasting
Bordeaux wines are capable of uncommon elegance in the long run. For this tasting, Pappas Bros. Steakhouse will focus on examples from the 1990’s, just now maturing and coming into their own. This 1990’s Bordeaux tasting, on July 10th, $75 per person plus tax and gratuity, begins at 6:00 p.m. Reservations are required. A $25 dining voucher will be given to each wine tasting guest for redemption in restaurant after the tasting

Pappas Bros. Wine Department featuring Barbara Werley, one of only 17 female Master Sommeliers in the world, Kim Wood and Jason Hisaw, Advanced Sommeliers, and Heather Green, Certified Sommelier, will host this wine tasting. Werley adds, “For the Bordeaux lover, this wine tasting offers it all!”

Executive Chef James Johnson has specifically prepared hors d’oeuvres that pair wonderfully with the chosen Bordeaux vintages.  ” The wines featured at this event are as follows:

1996 Domaine de Chevalier Blanc, Pessac-Léognan

1992 Château Léoville-Las Cases, Saint-Julien

1994 Château Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac

1994 Château Smith Haut-Lafitte, Pessac-Léognan

1996 Vieux Château Certan, Pomeral

1997 Château Meyney, Saint-Estèphe

1998 Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, Pauillac

1999 Château Pavie-Macquin, Saint-Émilion

1999 Château Rieussec, Sauternes

July 20th
Café Toulouse & Bar
Languedoc – Roussillon Wine Dinner
“A four-course trip to the South of France”

Monday, July 20th, 2009
7:00pm

MENU

Amuse Bouche

Salad
Mediterranean Tuna Salad with
Fennel, Roasted Tomatoes, Olives and Herbs
Domaine De Nizas Rose, Coteaux du Languedoc, 2007

Entree
Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder with
Texas Cherries, Lardon, and Rosemary Jus
Duo Mythique, Vin de Pays d’Oc, 2006

Dessert
Dark Chocolate Pot de Crème
Les Clos de Paulilles, Banyuls, 2006

$45 per person including wine pairings

Reservations required. Please call 214-520-8999

Café Toulouse & Bar, 3314 Knox Street

July22

Charlie Palmer at the Joule – Wine Dinner
July 22 / Mitolo Winery with Winemaker Ben Glaetzer (Heartland, Glaetzer, Amon-Ra)
6:30 p.m. reception, 7:00 p.m. dinner $110 excluding tax and gratuity

Join Charlie Palmer for a sumptuous dinner prepared by Executive Chef Scott Romano as we talk, taste and swirl our way through the acclaimed wines of Mitolo Winery with Wine Director Brandan Kelley.

The Mitolo winemaking philosophy is to deliver wine that express purity of varietal flavor, show elegance of structure and soft tannins whilst being rich, powerful and complex.
For reservations, please call 214-261-4600.

Amuse
CARAMELIZED DIVER SCALLOP
SEARED WATERMELON / STRAWBERRY / RHUBARB / PICKLED RIND

JESTER, SANGIOVESE ROSE, 2006

First Course
SAUTÉED SQUAB
MIXED GREEN ROULADE / BLUE CHEESE / BACON VINAIGRETTE

JESTER, CABERNET SAUVIGNON, MCLAREN VALE, 2007

Main Course
BLUE FIN TUNA AU POIVE
ORANGE BRAISED VEAL BREAST / GRILLED LOBSTER MUSHROOMS / PURPLE HULL PEAS

G.A.M., SHIRAZ, MCLAREN VALE, 2006

Dessert
TAHITIAN VANILLA BERRY CRISP
BLACKBERRY-HUCKLEBERRY CRISP / CARAMELIZED BRAZILNUT ICE CREAM

REIVER, SHIRAZ, MCLAREN VALE, 2005

June 20
Hotel St. Germain
Dinner with Thomas Jefferson in honor of Father’s Day
Saturday, June 20
Seatings from 6:30-10:00

We invite you to a very special dinner with an authentic multi-course menu taken from the pages of the cookbooks of the Jefferson White House and Monticello. Thomas Jefferson, our third President, was a Francophile whose years spent in France greatly enhanced his love of French food. With his accomplishments and his passions, he retired to Monticello, his personal residence, where he celebrated a blend of cultures and traditions. Jefferson’s experience in France opened a new gastronomical world for him and this was evident and celebrated at Monticello. Thomas Jefferson understood the principles of haute cuisine and his love of food, wine, and the arts, gives us the perfect opportunity to create an interesting evening.
Enjoy an informative soirée, divine cuisine, and authentic tablescapes and images of Monticello as a background. Chef Chad Martin has created an eight course interpretation of a few of Jefferson’s favorite dishes such as: *Monticello Garden Vegetable Pistou*Foie Gras with Fig Preserves*Oyster and Spinach Gratin with Macaroni* Crab Stuffed Red Snapper with Baked Squash* Roasted Duck Breast with Orange Compote and Baby Artichokes*Local Goat Cheese Tartlette with Heirloom Tomatoes*Baked Vanilla Ice Cream*

$85 per person
Wine Pairings also available

Bring the special person in your life and join us as we honor
one of the Founding Fathers of our country.

For reservations, please call 214.871.2516

Hotel St. Germain, 2516 Maple Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75201

June 22
Taverna – Fort Worth
Monday, June 22nd @ 7:00pm

On behalf of Taverna – Fort Worth and our staff, I would like to invite you to join us on Monday June 22, 2009 @ 7:00 for a fabulous food and wine pairing. The menu was specifically designed to be paired the wines from my birth country, Italy.
Additionally, we have asked a food & wine connoisseur/consultant to join us to describe the wine and why we believe you’ll enjoy these pairings.
I personally look forward to visiting with you.

Sincerely,
Alessio Franceschetti, Managing Partner
MENU
Esperienza italiana del vino & dell’alimento VI

Antipasto
Prosciutto San Daniele with Kiwi,
Parmigiano Reggiano and aged Balsamic
Fumaio 2007 – Savignon and Chardonnay

Primo
Risotto with Jumbo Scallops finished
With White Truffle Butter and Fried Leeks
Ferdi-Sartori – Trebbiano

Secondo
Roasted Cornish Hen with Caramelized Pearl Onions, Balsamic, Rosemary Sauce.
Served with fresh Fava Beans with Pancetta
Dolcetto Lardi D’Acqui 2007 – Dolcetto

Dolce
Marinated Mexia, Texas Peaches with Orange Sorbetto &Vin Santo Zabaglione
Maschio Brut – Prosecco

Taverna – Fort Worth (Sundance Square) – 450 Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, Texas
$55 per person plus tax & gratuity – please R.S.V.P by 6/15/09
Limited seating available
Reservations – 817.885.7502
http://www.tavernabylombardi.com

June 23
OLENJACK’S FAVORITES WINE DINNER
(Featuring Wines From Around the World)

Chef Brian Olenjack has put together a delectable four course dinner with
some of his favorite wines from around the world. Menu highlights include
Spiced Rubbed Grilled Flank Steak and Grilled Pound Cake Sundae with Texas Peaches & Honey Citrus Syrup.
International wine pairings featured are from Spain, Germany, and Italy.
Reservations are required by calling Olenjack’s Grille at (817) 226-2600.
For more information, visit www.OlenjacksGrille.com.

DATE/TIME/LOCATION:
Olenjack’s Grille
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
7 p.m.
770 Road to Six Flags East, Suite 100
Arlington, Texas

PRICE:
$55 per person
Prices do not include tax and gratuity.

MENU & PAIRINGS:

1st Course
Orange Sweet & Spicy Shrimp
Wine served: Campogrande Ovierto, Italy

2nd Course
Garden Salad with Pepperoncini Peppers, Black Olives, Red Onions, Smoked Tomato Dressing
Wine served: Lincourt, Chardonnay, Santa Barbra

3rd Course
Spiced Rubbed Grilled Flank Steak, Grilled Cippolini Onions & Portabello Mushrooms, Garlic Creole Roasted Tomatoes
Wine served: Castille de Monseran, Garnacha, Carinena Spain

4th Course
Grilled Pound Cake Sundae with Texas Peaches & Honey Citrus Syrup
Wine served: Rudolf Muller, Eiswein, Germany

June 24
FUQUA Winery

FUQUA Winery will be continuing its popular Wednesday night varietal wine tasting series with another great wine for summer, Pinot Grigio – Pinot Gris.
Wednesday, June 24, 7:00 PM, Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris Tasting – Explore the world of Pinot Gris at the FUQUA Winery.  Taste more than 10 Pinot Gris from all around the world.  Participate in a discussion of each and rate these wines.  Limited to 16 people.  Cost is $16 per person.  Tickets available at www.FUQUAwinery.com
For more information, please call  214.769.1147.

June 28

The Grape

THE GRAPE HOSTS MONTHLY “COME-AS YOU”ARE WINE DINNER
FEATURING “SUMMERTIME SIPS”
The Grape hosts a “Summertime Sips” wine dinner on Sunday, June 28, featuring a selection of refreshing, chilled wines hand-selected by Courtney Luscher, and complimented by a 3-course menu prepared by Chef/Owner Brian C. Luscher.
Never been to The Grape’s monthly wine dinner…well here is the 411.  The Grape provides a fun; casual setting that allows the guest to “come-as-they-are” and dine at their own pace, allowing for a more festive one-on-one format with the wine experts.
Themes include a wine expert/host for the evening who speaks to each individual table about the wines selected.
Reservations are recommended.  Cost is $45 per person exclusive of tax, gratuity and other beverages.  Located at 2808 Greenville Avenue, The Grape is open for dinner nightly at 5:30pm and Sunday Brunch.   For reservations call 214-828-1981 or visit the website at www.thegraperestaurant.com.  Complimentary valet parking always provided.

June 26th
Chamberlain’s Fish Market Grill

Invites you to experience
Hong Kong Seafood
Cooking demonstration and wine dinner
Friday, June 26th
6:30 p.m.

Chef Richard Chamberlain is traveling in China researching items to design a world class menu. The food will be paired with wines from around the world!

$69.95 per person plus tax & gratuity

4525 Belt Line Road ~ Addison, TX 75001
Reservations Required: 972-503-3474

June 30th
Sigel’s Summer Restaurant Series
An Exploration of Dallas’ Dining Alternatives

Sigel’s has hosted wine and food events at some of the finest restaurants in Dallas, matching classic wines from the world’s finest viticultural regions with the classic cuisine of Dallas’ benchmark restaurants. But over the years the Dallas dining scene has matured and expanded to encompass an amazingly dynamic range of styles, traditions and concepts that offer a virtually unlimited pallet of culinary choices. Our Summer Restaurant Series will concentrate on these venues with unusual, yet exemplary, food served in a more casual dining atmosphere that will allow us to stretch our food/wine matching skills.

We invite you to enjoy the multilayered complexity of true, authentic Moroccan cuisine at Café Marrakesh. Owner Majid Elmazouni has prepared a Moroccan feast with Chef Adil Nadir in presenting a fun evening of exciting food and wine. No stranger to Dallas fine dining, Chef Adir has spent over 25 years  working at such well loved Dallas landmarks as Calluaud’s, Chez Girard, les Rendezvous and Sambuca. His food is as comforting and satisfying as it is technically accomplished.

Café Marrakesh – A Moroccan Feast
5 courses – 10 wines
June 30th – 7:30pm
$60 per person

Moroccan cuisine is considered one of the most complex in the world due to its remarkable diversity of influences. The Berbers contributed  staple dishes like tagine and couscous. The Arab world introduced new spices, nuts and dried fruits. The Moors contributed olives, olive juice and citrus while the Jewish-Moors left behind their sophisticated preserving techniques that we see in the frequent use of preserved lemons. The French contributed culinary techniques.

Reception
Sommariva Prosecco di Conegliano
~
1st
Moroccan Beef ‘Cigars’
Pyllo Dough cylinders filled with Ground Beef and Exotic Spices
Chicken Bastilla
Sweet & Savory Chicken with Roasted Almonds wrapped in Phyllo Dough sprinkled with Cinnamon
Curran Grenache Blanc 07
Melville Viognier 08
~
2nd
Chicken Couscous
Braised Chicken with Garden Vegetables over Traditional Berber Semolina Couscous
Palmina Arneis 07
Margerum Sauvignon Blanc Sybarite 08
~
3rd
Fish Tagine with Sharmoula Sauce
Traditional Moroccan Sauce with Garlic, Herbs, Spices, Lemon and Tomato
Ch Guiot Costieres de Nimes Rose 08
Shooting Star Blue Franc 07
~
4th
Lamb Tagine
Slow Braised Lamb with Caramelized Onions, Olives, Preserved Lemons, Artichokes and Green Peas
Atalayas Ribera del Duero 05
les Cailloux Chateauneuf du Pape 05
~
5th
Moroccan Bread Pudding
Rare Wine Company Madiera Malmsey
Atai (Moroccan Mint Tea)

Café Marrakesh
7989 Beltline Road, Suite 315
Tuesday, June 30th – 7:30pm
$60 per person, inclusive

June 29

Sevy’s Grill

JUNE FOOD AND WINE DINNER
Join us on Monday, June 29th at 6:30 pm for our monthly Food and Wine Dinner featuring a
Summer Evening in New England
Four courses plus reception of dishes specially created by our chefs and paired with wines to compliment each course.  Seating is limited, reservations are required, $59.95 per person (plus tax and tip).  Call Jimmy, Stefaan or Amy M. at (214) 265-7389 or SevysCatering@aol.com , hope to see you there!

RECEPTION
Fried Ipswich Clams
Cristalino, Sparkling

FIRST COURSE
Maine Lobster Roll
Calera Chardonnay, Central Coast, 2007

SECOND COURSE
Georges Bank Jumbo Sea Scallops, Summer Succotash and Lemon Thyme Butter
Mauritson Sauvignon Blanc, Dry Creek, 2007

THIRD COURSE
Maple Glazed Venison Roast, Johnny Cakes, Harvard Beets and Chanterelle Mushroom Sauce
Mauritson Zinfandel, Dry Creek 2006

FOURTH COURSE
Fresh Berry Cobbler with Lime Whipped Cream
Finca La Linda Torrontes, Argentina, 2008

July 10
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

“A Decade To Remember: 1990’s Bordeaux”

Wine Tasting
Bordeaux wines are capable of uncommon elegance in the long run. For this tasting, Pappas Bros. Steakhouse will focus on examples from the 1990’s, just now maturing and coming into their own. This 1990’s Bordeaux tasting, on July 10th, $75 per person plus tax and gratuity, begins at 6:00 p.m. Reservations are required. A $25 dining voucher will be given to each wine tasting guest for redemption in restaurant after the tasting

Pappas Bros. Wine Department featuring Barbara Werley, one of only 17 female Master Sommeliers in the world, Kim Wood and Jason Hisaw, Advanced Sommeliers, and Heather Green, Certified Sommelier, will host this wine tasting. Werley adds, “For the Bordeaux lover, this wine tasting offers it all!”

Executive Chef James Johnson has specifically prepared hors d’oeuvres that pair wonderfully with the chosen Bordeaux vintages.  ” The wines featured at this event are as follows:

1996 Domaine de Chevalier Blanc, Pessac-Léognan

1992 Château Léoville-Las Cases, Saint-Julien

1994 Château Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac

1994 Château Smith Haut-Lafitte, Pessac-Léognan

1996 Vieux Château Certan, Pomeral

1997 Château Meyney, Saint-Estèphe

1998 Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, Pauillac

1999 Château Pavie-Macquin, Saint-Émilion

1999 Château Rieussec, Sauternes

July 20th
Café Toulouse & Bar
Languedoc – Roussillon Wine Dinner
“A four-course trip to the South of France”

Monday, July 20th, 2009
7:00pm

MENU

Amuse Bouche

Salad
Mediterranean Tuna Salad with
Fennel, Roasted Tomatoes, Olives and Herbs
Domaine De Nizas Rose, Coteaux du Languedoc, 2007

Entree
Slow Roasted Pork Shoulder with
Texas Cherries, Lardon, and Rosemary Jus
Duo Mythique, Vin de Pays d’Oc, 2006

Dessert
Dark Chocolate Pot de Crème
Les Clos de Paulilles, Banyuls, 2006

$45 per person including wine pairings

Reservations required. Please call 214-520-8999

Café Toulouse & Bar, 3314 Knox Street

July22

Charlie Palmer at the Joule – Wine Dinner
July 22 / Mitolo Winery with Winemaker Ben Glaetzer (Heartland, Glaetzer, Amon-Ra)
6:30 p.m. reception, 7:00 p.m. dinner $110 excluding tax and gratuity

Join Charlie Palmer for a sumptuous dinner prepared by Executive Chef Scott Romano as we talk, taste and swirl our way through the acclaimed wines of Mitolo Winery with Wine Director Brandan Kelley.

The Mitolo winemaking philosophy is to deliver wine that express purity of varietal flavor, show elegance of structure and soft tannins whilst being rich, powerful and complex.
For reservations, please call 214-261-4600.

Amuse
CARAMELIZED DIVER SCALLOP
SEARED WATERMELON / STRAWBERRY / RHUBARB / PICKLED RIND

JESTER, SANGIOVESE ROSE, 2006

First Course
SAUTÉED SQUAB
MIXED GREEN ROULADE / BLUE CHEESE / BACON VINAIGRETTE

JESTER, CABERNET SAUVIGNON, MCLAREN VALE, 2007

Main Course
BLUE FIN TUNA AU POIVE
ORANGE BRAISED VEAL BREAST / GRILLED LOBSTER MUSHROOMS / PURPLE HULL PEAS

G.A.M., SHIRAZ, MCLAREN VALE, 2006

Dessert
TAHITIAN VANILLA BERRY CRISP
BLACKBERRY-HUCKLEBERRY CRISP / CARAMELIZED BRAZILNUT ICE CREAM

REIVER, SHIRAZ, MCLAREN VALE, 2005

June 11
Victory Tavern
Thursday, June 11th, 2009 – 7pm
$69 per guest
VICTORY TAVERN CITY GRILLE
2501 N. Houston St., Dallas
214/432-1900
Victory Tavern City Grille is hosting a celebration of Sonoma County’s Jordan wines on Thursday, June 11. A mingling reception with passed Chef’s Selection hors d’oeuvres will kick off a relaxed evening around the table enjoying four courses of culinary inspirations from Chef Jim Oetting – all paired with Jordan’s wines, known for combining the artistry of the old world with the technology of the new.
Victory Tavern City Grille has a hip, urban atmosphere and a lively menu of seasonally inspired dishes reflective of Chef Jim Oetting’s experience and sense of quality ingredients. The very reasonably priced offerings are unique to Victory Park, without compromising polished and friendly service.
Kathleen Oliver, Regional Sales Director for Jordan Winery, will be on hand to present the wines and answer questions. Among the highlights of the evening will the 2000 and 2001 vintages of Jordan’s Sonoma County Cabernet. The bouquet of the 2000 vintage offers subtle notes of cassis, black cherry currants and chocolate and is a richly textured wine with lush, ripe flavors of blackberry, bing cherry, cassis and raspberry. The 2001 vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon was fermented slowly and received a gentle extended maceration in order to extract, soften and stabilize the lush, elegant tannins and concentrated flavors from the fruit before pressing. Slight earthy notes of tobacco and cedar and a subtle framework of oak complete this delicious wine.

Jordan Estate Wine Dinner Menu
1st Course
Peekey Toe Crab Stuffed Zucchini Pancakes with Roasted Grapefruit Aioli
2006 Chardonnay, Russian River, Sonoma
2nd Course
Flatiron Steak & Aged Gouda Roulade with Asian Pear Salad
2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley, Sonoma
3rd Course
Olive Oil Poached Colorado Lamb Loin with Parsnip Quinoa & Rhubarb Glaze
2000 Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County
2001 Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County
Dessert
Summer Berry Clafouti with Fresh Ginger Shortbread
Late Harvest White, Rivere Russe 1983

June17
Sigel’s
3209 N. Fitzhugh

The Grateful Palate Australian Wine Tasting
featuring
Dan Philips, founder/owner

Every issue of The Wine Spectator or The Wine Advocate dedicated to Australian wine  seems to confirm what we have known for years – importer Dan Philips of The Grateful Palate is the source of the most impressive wines available from Australia. Working closely with uber-winemaker Chris Ringland they specialize in searching out small producers who are dedicated to old, low-yield vineyards and practice minimalist winemaking results in spectacular wines of uncommon power, grace and complexity.

Join us in welcoming Dan back to Dallas on Wednesday June 17th from 5-7pm at our Sigel’s Elite location at 3209 N Fitzhugh. Dan will lead us through a tasting of some of his current releases from both Australia and California.

Wines to be tasted include:
Roogle Riesling 08
Darby & Joan Chardonnay 08
R Wine Company Rose’ 08

Bitch Grenache 07
Kallseke Clarry’s Red 07
Red Lion Cabernet 06
Burge D&OH 05
Southern Gothic Shiraz Southern Belle 05
Greenock Creek Shiraz Apricot Block 05
Trevor Jones Tawny Port Jonesy mv

June 18
Sigel’s
3209 N. Fitzhugh

Soter Vineyards Tasting
featuring
Tony Soter, owner/winemaker
Sigel’s-Addison — Thursday, June 18th 5-7pm
At its core, Soter Vineyards is the culmination of many years of study and preparation. In the mid-1980s, Soter began working as a consulting winemaker in the Napa Valley, assisting luminaries such as Araujo, Niebaum-Coppola, Shafer, Spottswoode, Viader and Dalle Valle. After years of mentoring and encouraging some of Napa Valley’s most respected growers and winemakers, he ended his consulting roles to focus exclusively on Soter Vineyards, Etude, and his family. He brings to Soter Vineyards the experience of over 30 harvests, the erudition and attention to detail reflected in countless wines, and most importantly, the desire to make great wines from very specific places on his own terms.
Join us at Sigel’s-Addison (15003 Inwood Road) on Thursday June 18th from 5-7pm as legendary winemaker Tony Soter leads us through a tasting of the current releases from his estate in Oregon. For questions about this free tasting please contact Eric Moore or Chris Hayes at store05wine@sigels.com or 972/387-9873.
Click here to RSVP
Wines to be tasted include:
Soter Brut Rose 03
Soter Pinot Noir Rose 08
Pinot Noir North Valley 07
Pinot Noir Mineral Springs 06 93rp
Pinot Noir Beacon Hill 06 92rp
Little Creek Napa Red 04 92st

June 20
Hotel St. Germain
Dinner with Thomas Jefferson in honor of Father’s Day
Saturday, June 20
Seatings from 6:30-10:00

We invite you to a very special dinner with an authentic multi-course menu taken from the pages of the cookbooks of the Jefferson White House and Monticello. Thomas Jefferson, our third President, was a Francophile whose years spent in France greatly enhanced his love of French food. With his accomplishments and his passions, he retired to Monticello, his personal residence, where he celebrated a blend of cultures and traditions. Jefferson’s experience in France opened a new gastronomical world for him and this was evident and celebrated at Monticello. Thomas Jefferson understood the principles of haute cuisine and his love of food, wine, and the arts, gives us the perfect opportunity to create an interesting evening.
Enjoy an informative soirée, divine cuisine, and authentic tablescapes and images of Monticello as a background. Chef Chad Martin has created an eight course interpretation of a few of Jefferson’s favorite dishes such as: *Monticello Garden Vegetable Pistou*Foie Gras with Fig Preserves*Oyster and Spinach Gratin with Macaroni* Crab Stuffed Red Snapper with Baked Squash* Roasted Duck Breast with Orange Compote and Baby Artichokes*Local Goat Cheese Tartlette with Heirloom Tomatoes*Baked Vanilla Ice Cream*

$85 per person
Wine Pairings also available

Bring the special person in your life and join us as we honor
one of the Founding Fathers of our country.

For reservations, please call 214.871.2516

Hotel St. Germain, 2516 Maple Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75201

June 22
Parigi
Parings on the Patio at Parigi with Dallas Uncorked
June 22, 2009 6:30P-9P

On June 22 Dallas Uncorked will team with Parigi Restaurant on Oak Lawn for a four course wine dinner featuring some of Dallas’ best local purveyors and producers on Parigi’s patio.

Parigi has been a Dallas favorite for over 20 years.  Chef/Owner Janice Provost includes an artful flair in all of her dishes and maintains a deep commitment to supporting our local farmers and purveyors, using locally sourced products in her restaurant.  The evening’s menu will include dishes from Dallas purveyors such as Scardellos CHEESE and CHOCOLATE SECRETS, and Texas producers such as Lemley’s Produce and Dominion Farms.  The evening’s offerings will be paired with wine selections from France, Italy, California, and Texas.

Guests from our featured purveyors will join us in the evening’s wine/food pairings discussion and to give some insight into their dedication of growing neighborhood businesses, and fresh meat and produce for Dallas.  Dallas Uncorked is a big fan of Slow Food logic, mainly because we love great flavors and often find locally grown fruits and veggies just taste better.  We hope you will join us under the stars on June 22 to support these local merchants and producers.

The dinner will begin at 6:30PM with a wine reception. Seating for this engagement is by advance reservation only and is $80 per person (inclusive.)  Reservations are available through our website, www.dallasuncorked.org.  Parigi is located at 3311 Oak Lawn Ave # 102, Dallas, TX 75219

MENU:
To be Passed…
Grapes Rolled in Brazos Valley Brie with Almond Dust  with
Adami Prosecco, NV, Piedmont Italy
First Course
Josie’s Salad
Tassione Special Greens, Brazos Valley Feta, Mr. Lemley’s Cantaloupe, Prosciutto, Scallions…Local Honey-Miso VINAIGRETTE with
Schlumberger, Pinot Blanc ’06 Alsace, France
Main Course
A “Tail” Of Two Cities:  Dallas and Dennison
Steak Frites Vongeertsem Butcher Shop and Dominion Farms Present
Petit Grass Fed Beef Tenderloin…Black Peppercorn Demi…Pommes Frites
with
Teira, Zinfandel ’05, Sonoma County
3rd Course
Scardellos Cheese Course
Local Artisanal Cheeses with Delightful Accompaniments Served “Family Style” with
Guigal, Cộtes du Rhone ’06, France
4th Course
Peach Cobbler “Martini,”  Henry’s OatmealChocolate Chip Ice Cream, Chocolate Secret Surprise with
Becker Vineyards, Viognier (Vintage) Stonewall, Texas

Parigi Restaurant, modeled after the bistros of Paris with a New York feel, we have been catering to the tastes of Dallas’ discriminating patrons for over 20 years. Our restaurant reflects our clientele: the menu diverse, eclectic, and stylish, the space cosmopolitan and refined, yet with an upbeat and friendly atmosphere that will immediately set you at ease. First time visitors will be forgiven for thinking they’ve stumbled into their favorite neighborhood bistro . . . for that’s exactly what we are, to our many regulars that have come to consider Parigi a home away from home.  www.parigirestaurant.com
Dallas Uncorked is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization for wine edification, devoted to bringing informative, beneficial, entertaining and unique wine events to our community. We are dedicated to providing an outlet for both the sophisticated wine aficionado and the curious novice, to further their knowledge and appreciation of wine, in an informative and social atmosphere.  We welcome all who have a passion for the grape to join us on this adventure.  Focusing our educational efforts around tastings and dinners, we will introduce our members to some of the less commercialized, small production wineries, varietals and regions, generating an exceptional experience at each event.   Membership to Dallas Uncorked is free of charge.  www.dallasuncorked.org

June 22
Taverna – Fort Worth
Monday, June 22nd @ 7:00pm

On behalf of Taverna – Fort Worth and our staff, I would like to invite you to join us on Monday June 22, 2009 @ 7:00 for a fabulous food and wine pairing. The menu was specifically designed to be paired the wines from my birth country, Italy.
Additionally, we have asked a food & wine connoisseur/consultant to join us to describe the wine and why we believe you’ll enjoy these pairings.
I personally look forward to visiting with you.

MENU

Esperienza italiana del vino & dell’alimento VI

Antipasto
Prosciutto San Daniele with Kiwi,
Parmigiano Reggiano and aged Balsamic
Fumaio 2007 – Savignon and Chardonnay

Primo
Risotto with Jumbo Scallops finished
With White Truffle Butter and Fried Leeks
Ferdi-Sartori – Trebbiano

Secondo
Roasted Cornish Hen with Caramelized Pearl Onions, Balsamic, Rosemary Sauce.
Served with fresh Fava Beans with Pancetta
Dolcetto Lardi D’Acqui 2007 – Dolcetto

Dolce
Marinated Mexia, Texas Peaches with Orange Sorbetto &Vin Santo Zabaglione
Maschio Brut – Prosecco

Taverna – Fort Worth (Sundance Square) – 450 Throckmorton Street, Fort Worth, Texas
$55 per person plus tax & gratuity – please R.S.V.P by 6/15/09
Limited seating available
Reservations – 817.885.7502
http://www.tavernabylombardi.com

June 29
Sevy’s Grill

Join us on Monday, June 29th for “An Evening in New England”.  Foods indigenous to the Northeast will be paired with specially selected wines.  Four courses plus a champagne reception beginning at 6:30 pm, $59.95 per person (plus tax, tip).  Seating is limited and reservations required.
Contact Jimmy Stefaan or Amy M. at SevysCatering@aol.com, or 214-265-7389.

June 3
Hector’s on Henderson
Wine and Dine with Chris Chapman
This Wednesday, June 3, 2009, from 5 Pm to 7:30 PM, we continue our series of popular wine Happy Hours. We are featuring eight wines from our list and chosen by our Bar Manager Chris Chapman. Each glass of wine costs only $6.00 so it’s an opportunity to break into a new area or revisit an old friend. Complimentary passed appetizers for the bar patrons participating in the event.
Stay for dinner after the Happy Hour and you can avail yourself of the two-course, $19.95 meal (with choices, including vegetarian). There is no better deal. Of course, the entire regular menu, featuring our new Light Plates entree section, is also available.
Enjoy the music of John Freeman, jazz piano and vocals, from 7 PM to 10 PM. John entertains every Wednesday and is extraordinary.
To RSVP, call 214-821-0432 or send an email to:
info@hectorsonhenderson.com (or just drop in!).
Whites:
Veleta Vijieriega 2007, Spain
Trappoline Coltibuono 2006, Tuscany
Sannio Falanghina 2005, Mount Vesuvius
Graziano Sauvignon Blanc 2006, Mendocino
Reds:
Field Stone Convivio 2006, Alexander Valley
Pinot Black 2007, Chile
Pompeiano Piedioso 2005, Mount Vesuvius
Graziano Zinfandel 2005, Mendocino
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June 5
Nana
Nana, serving upscale American cuisine on the 27th floor of the Hilton Anatole Hotel, hosts its monthly wine and food flight trio, Friday Night Flights, on Friday, June 5 between 6pm – 8pm.  For only $20 per person plus tax and gratuity, one can enjoy the fine taste of three wines paired with three dishes created by Executive Chef Anthony Bombaci.  Friday Night Flights is available the first Friday of every month.
Seats are limited, and reservations are highly recommended by calling 214.761.7470.  Visit www.nanarestaurant.com for complete details.

Duck Breast, Blue Cheese and Mandarin
Bodegas Caro, Amancaya, Argentina, 2007

White Anchovies, Grilled Pain Rustique, Garlic and Parsley
Lucien Albrecht, Pinot Gris, Reserve Cuvee Romanus, Alsace, 2006

Carrot Fondant, Mozzarella, Tarragon and French Toasted
Pistachio Oil
Los Vascos Reserve, Chile, 2006

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June 5
Sigel’s Elite
Krug Champagne Seminar & Tasting

On Saturday, June 5th Carl Heline, Brand Ambassador for Krug Champagne, will be at Sigel’s Elite (3209 N Fitzhugh) to lead an Educational Seminar and Tasting of Krug Champagne. Sign up for either of two Seminars:
Session #1    2:00pm-2:30pm
Session #2    2:45pm-3:15pm
Join us for the latest Elite Wine Seminar, showcasing superior winemaking in an enjoyable and educational setting. Elite Seminars are held in the education center of our newest location, Sigel’s Elite (3209 N Fitzhugh). Each seminar will analyze and discuss world class wines in a seated, university style classroom with guest speakers, multimedia presentations and plenty of opportunity for Q&A style learning.
For questions about this free Seminar please contact Scott Turner or Jim Fleming at: 214/635-3162 or store04wine@sigels.com .
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June 9

Lambert’s Steaks, Whiskey  Seafood

Rahr Brewery Beer Dinner
Lambert’s Steaks, Whiskey  Seafood

DATE: Tuesday, June 9, 2009
TIME: 7:00 p.m.
LOCATION: 2731 White Settlement Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76107
COST: $70 per person

DETAILS:  Don’t miss this fabulous dinner with a special meal prepared by Chef Lou Lambert paired with beers from local favorite, Rahr Brewery.

Call for reservations:  817.882.1161

MENU:

Appetizer
Beer Battered Quail, jicama, carrot slaw and black fig sweet and sour
Rahr Stormcloud IRA

Salad
Lou’s Crab Cake, watercress, hearts of palm and rémoulade
Rahr Blind Salamander

Entrees

Prosciutto Wrapped Halibut
with parmesan potato gratin and horseradish beurré blanc
Rahr Summer Wheat

Beer Braised Game Hen
creamy polenta and fried basil leaf
Rahr Blond Lager

Grilled Beef Tenderloin
red cheese enchiladas and avocado sauce
Rahr’s Red

Dessert Coconut Flan and Churros with Chocolate Dipping Sauce
Rahr Ugly Pug

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Lambert’s Steaks, Seafood  Whiskey
2731 White Settlement Road
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
817.882.1161

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June 10
Fuqua
FUQUA Winery will be continuing its popular new Wednesday night varietal wine tasting series with a great wine for summer, Riesling.

Wednesday, June-10, 7 PM, Riesling Tasting – Explore the world of Riesling at the FUQUA Winery.  Taste more than 10 Rieslings from all around the world.  Participate in a discussion of each and rate these wines.  Limited to 16 people.  Cost is $18 per person.  Tickets available at www.FUQUAwinery.com or by calling 214.769.1147.

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June 11
Maximo’s
Dine. Drink. Live. Dream. This is Argentina!
Enjoy the Wines and Romance of Argentina at Maximo’s Wine Dinner on June 11
Maximo Cocina Mexicana & Margarita Lounge and Bottled Poetry bring you an assortment of Argentine wines and Chef Amador Mora’s modern Mexican cuisine that capture the romance and spirit of this wondrous land at a VIP event on Thursday, June 11.  Raise your glass, and enjoy the best that Argentina has to offer.  The wine dinner will feature guest speaker Stewart Elliot, founder of Bottled Poetry, a winery that imports high quality, small production and handcrafted Argentine wines from family-owned wineries.  The reception will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will feature passed canapés, as well as a sparkling wine and a Malbec.  Dinner will begin at 7 p.m. and will consist of a five-course banquet-style dinner, paired with five wine selections from Bottled Poetry.  Guests can enjoy Chilled White Corn Soup, Confit Salmon, Smoked Duck Empanadas, Grilled Beef Filet Asado and Honey Pecan Caramel Crepes, all for $69 a person.  Reservations are required.

Thursday, June 11 beginning at 6:30 p.m.

$69 a person plus tax and gratuity

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June 15
Toulouse
Along the Rhone Dinner
Monday, June 15th
7:00pm
Join us for a three-course dinner with wines created by Chef Yoanne Lardeux
First Course
Salade Lyonnaise
with Spring potato, crispy bacon, soft poached egg and Dijon vinaigrette
or
Cumin Chicken Salade
with preserved lemon, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and French lentils
Paul Jaboulet Crozes Hermitage Mule Blanche, 2004
Second Course
Grilled Tuna with Cilantro Persillade
with bok choy cabbage, fennel and peppers
or
Grilled Colorado Lamb Chops
served with roasted mushrooms, onions confit and rosemary vinaigrette
Pont d’ Avignon Cotes du Rhone, 2004
Dessert
Vanilla Bean Flan
with Beaumes de Venise poached apricots
Domaine de Coyeux Muscat Beaumes de Venise, 2003
$45 per person
214-520-8999

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June 17

Tramontana

Tramontana’s Pedroncelli Wine Dinner

Wednesday  17 June 2009

$50 per person

7:00 Reception

7:30 Dinner

Come and enjoy an evening of great food and wine as Chef James Neel pairs seasonal food with wines from one of Sonoma County’s oldest family owned wineries.  Family owned and operated since 1927, Pedroncelli is one of the only California wineries to boast being debt free. Therefore, their wines are not only great tasting but offer a great value. Don’t miss a chance to try 5 super wines.

Call 214/368-4188 for reservations.

Menu
Market Gazpacho with Garlic Shrimp

Gulf Crab Cakes

Potato Crusted Calamari

PEDRONCELLI SAUVIGNON BLANC – EAST SIDE 2008
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Wild Alaskan Salmon with Exotic Mushroom Medley

PEDRONCELLI PINOT NOIR RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY – 2007
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Slow Roasted Pork with Crispy Cracklins- Sirah Roasted Texas Peaches

PEDRONCELLI PETITE SIRAH DRY CREEK VALLEY – 2005
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Stuffed Beef Tenderloin with Caramelized Onions and Spinach

PEDRONCELLI ZINFANDEL MOTHER CLONE – 2006
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Chocolate Sorbet – Walnut Gallette

PEDRONCELLI VINTAGE PORT – 2003

May 26
Sevy’s Grill

Join us on Tuesday, May 26th at Sevy’s Grill for our monthly food and wine dinner, $59.95 per person (plus tax and gratuity) for four courses paired with exceptional wines, plus a sparkling reception.  Reservations are required, (214) 265-7389 or SevysCatering@aol.com.   Reception begins at 6:30, dinner at 7:00.  Hope you can join us for this fun event featuring a delicious dinner of
“Asian Influences”

RECEPTION
Sesame Seaweed Salad with Grilled Shrimp
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Cristalino, Sparkling

FIRST COURSE
Seared Lemon Grass Sea Scallops, Glass Noodles and Red Curry Sauce
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Palmina Tocai Friulano, Santa Ynez, 2007

SECOND COURSE
Crispy Duck Moo Shu
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Shooting Star Blaufrankisch, “Blue Franc”, Washington 2007

THIRD COURSE
Korean Barbequed Beef Tenderloin, Twice Cooked Long Beans and Crispy Tofu
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Melville Syrah “Verna’s”, Santa Barbara, 2007

FOURTH COURSE
Fresh Mango with Sticky Rice
* * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Columbia Reisling, “Cellarmaster’s”, Washington, 2007

SEVY’S GRILL
AND CATERING
8201 PRESTON ROAD, DALLAS 75225
(214)265-7389, OR SevysCatering@aol.com
May 28
Jasper’s

WINE AND FOOD PAIRING AT JASPER’S FEATURES THE VARIETALS OF NAPA VALLEY’S HONIG VINEYARD AND WINERY

What:               Spend an evening with Jasper’s and Honig Vineyard and Winery as they pair up to entertain and serve a food and wine combination that will tantalize every patron’s palate.  Executive Chef and Partner Kent Rathbun, alongside guest host Michael Honig, have created a four-course menu complemented by the delightful varietals of Honig Vineyard and Winery. Honig, grandson of founder Louis Honig, will delight guests with premium wines from Napa Valley as Chef Kent Rathbun prepares an innovative dining experience not to be missed:
•          Lemongrass Cured Hamachi Spoons with Korean Melon and Passionfruit Hot and Sour; Lobster and Pork Sausage Steam Buns with Hoisin Sauce, Honig, Sauvignon Blanc 2007
•         Crispy Soft Shell Crab with Creamy Whipped Potatoes and a Moral Mushroom-Fava Bean Ragout, Honig, Rutherford, Sauvignon Blanc 2007
•         Moroccan Spiced Lamb Sirloin with Bing Cherry Pearl Cous Cous and a Cabernet-Fig Reduction, Honig, Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
•         Hickory Grilled Buffalo Filet with Roasted Garlic Mascarpone Polenta Cakes, Tuscan Spinach and a Charred Tomato Pesto, Honig, Bartolucci Vineyard, Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
•         Lavender-Poppy Seed Tea Cake with Texas Peach Curd and Round Rock Honey, Honig, Late Harvest, Sauvignon Blanc 2007

Who:                Rated one of Esquire Magazine’s Top 20 Best New Restaurants in America, Jasper’s features a casual design with a “modern outdoors” theme complete with teak outdoor-style furniture, bamboo planters, dramatic lighting and artistic-interpretations of natural elements.  Executive chef and partner Kent Rathbun has made a name for himself in the culinary world through his interest in creating unique and unsurpassed dishes.  Jasper’s menu reflects Rathbun’s “home cooking” style with the best of America’s regional cuisine, including rotisserie chicken, fish, steaks, salads and pizza.

The Honig story began in 1968 with Louis Honig’s purchase of a 68-acre ranch in the heart of Napa Valley. Twenty years later, Louis Honig’s 22-year-old grandson, Michael, fulfilled his grandfather’s dream and took over management of Honig Vineyard and Winery, exposing their Sauvignon Blanc to most fine restaurants in California and establishing what was once a small garage winery into a sustainable and socially responsible business.

When:              Thursday, May 28, 2009
6:30 p.m.

Cost:                $85 plus tax and 20% gratuity per person

Reservations:    Reservations are required. Contact Jamie Carey at (972) 673-0823

Where:             Jasper’s Restaurant
7161 Bishop Road, Suite G-1
Plano, Texas 75024
www.kentrathbun.com
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May 28
Maquire’s

A Dinner with Miner Family Vineyards
featuring
Rocio Gonzales,  Regional Sales Director Miner Vineyards
Thursday, May 28th  7pm
$69 per person plus tax and gratuity

Maguire’s Regional Cuisine
17552 North Dallas Parkway  972.818.0068

Menu

First Course
Heirloom Flower – Heirloom Tomatoes, Diced Egg, Bleu Cheese, Crispy Prosciutto, Sherry Vinaigrette
Miner Viognier Simpson Vineyard 2007

Second Course
Lobster Potato Ravioli with Wild Mushroom Ragout
Miner Sangiovese Gibson Vineyard 2006

Third Course
Beef Carpaccio  with Arugula Salad, Truffle Oil, Capers, Dijon Mustard, Parmesan Cheese
Miner Merlot Stagecoach 2005

Fourth Course
Slow Poached Copper River Salmon with Grilled Baby Root Vegetables, Dill Compound Butter
Miner Pinot Noir Gary’s Vineyard 2006

Fifth Course
Almond Tuile with Fresh Berries, Frangelico Crème Fraiche
Miner Chardonnay Napa 2007

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June 1
Screen Door

HENRY’S DRIVE WINEMAKER RENAE HIRSCH AT SCREEN DOOR
Join award-winning winemaker for special dinner with wine pairings

Screen Door, a modern southern kitchen located in One Arts Plaza, is pleased to announce a special wine dinner with female winemaker Renae Hirsch, from Australia’s Henry’s Drive Vignerons on Monday, June 1, 2009 at 7:30 p.m.  The five course dinner created by Executive Chef Fitzgerald Dodd, offers patrons an opportunity to enjoy his celebrated cuisine paired with the award-winning Henry’s Drive and Pillar Box wines. Cost is $85 per person; reservations essential, call 214.720.9111.

To start guests will enjoy Pan Roasted Day Boat Scallops with pickled Herb Salad and Charred Tomato Vinaigrette served with Pillar Box White; second course features a Black Pepper-seared Duck Breast with Crackling-Corn Grits and a Shallot-Game Bird reduction paired with the 2005 Henry’s Drive Cabernet.  Patrons will enjoy a Peach-Papaya “Spritzer” with Lime before proceeding to the third course of Twenty-four hour marinated Pork ‘Mignon’ over tiny fried Cabbage and Cider-Ham Hock Jus and the 2005 Dead Letter Office Shiraz.  The fourth course offers Grilled Rack of Lamb with Minted Pea puree and Lamb Glace de Viande paired with the 2005 Henry’s Drive Shiraz, followed by a dessert course of Warm Valhrona Poundcake with Macerated Blackberries and an Espresso Crème Anglaise served with the 2005 Henry’s Drive Reserve Shiraz.

Winemaker Renae Hirsch brings nine years experience to Henry’s Drive, having held the position of winemaker for various wineries in Germany, California and, most recently, Bleasdale Wines in South Australia.   She is the second female winemaker of the family-owned winery.

Henry’s Drive is based in Padthaway on the fertile Limestone Coast of South Australia.  An established family business, Mark and Kim Longbottom are forging a new family tradition of winemaking, with brands such as Henry’s Drive, Parson’s Flat, Dead Letter Office and Pillar Box Red, Pillar Box White, Pillar Box Reserve.  These wines are testament to their dedication and growing stature of Padthaway as one of the world’s great wine regions.

Henry’s Drive and Pillar Box wines are imported and sold exclusively in the United States through Quintessential, the wine import, marketing and sales company that works with top family-owned wineries in the best wine regions around the world.  For more information, go to www.quintessentialwines.com.

About Screen Door
At Screen Door we bring back many time-tested mainstays from Grandma’s kitchen and add a new generation of dishes that think in fresh ways about Southern cuisine. And, in the tradition of Grandma, all our offerings are handcrafted and infused with a special love of family, friends and flavorful food.
Relying heavily on the finest ingredients and locally produced meats and vegetables, Screen Door’s delicious, down-home dishes will please both traditional and adventurous palates alike. Our varied menus feature brunch, lunch, dinner, dessert and afternoon tea selections with a vast array of mouthwatering offerings.
With Executive Chef Fitzgerald Dodd’s spin on southern classics with his own Creole influence, Screen Door has set itself apart, receiving accolades from local and national media including The Dallas Morning News, D Magazine, Modern Luxury Dallas, Los Angeles Confidential, Food Arts Magazine, and more.
Screen Door also offers a full service catering operation that is dedicated to creating and fulfilling the vision of your next event. We specialize in upscale affairs such as fine dinner parties, banquets, and all types of receptions and galas.   As well Screen Door offers catered afternoon tea at your home or ours; perfect for bridal and baby showers, graduation parties, afternoon meetings, and family gatherings.
Hours, Location and Reservations
Screen Door is located at 1722 Routh Street in the heart of the Dallas Arts District at One Arts Plaza.  To make reservations, call 214.720.9111 or visit us at www.screendoordallas.com.
Lunch                  11 a.m. -  2 p.m.                        Monday – Friday

Dinner                 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.                        Monday – Thursday
5 p.m. – 11 p.m. (Bar – 12 am)   Friday – Saturday

Brunch                 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.                    Sunday

Afternoon Tea*      2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.                 Tuesday – Saturday

Happy Hour          4:30 – 7p.m.                              Monday – Friday

*by reservation only.

May 17
Dali Wine Bar

DALI ANNOUNCES PRE-BEARD HOUSE DINNER MAY 17th!

Dallas diners will be offered a Sunday, May 17th “sneak preview” of a special dinner that is scheduled to be officially served at the prestigious James Beard House in New York on June 8th.
Acclaimed Dali Executive Chef Joel A. Harloff, recently spotlighted in both Food & Wine and Bon Appetit national publications, unveils the “best of the best” of his highly creative American Cuisine with Wine Country Influences to a privileged group of Dali diners not able to attend the prestigious NY Beard House event in June.
James Beard, considered the “Father of American Cuisine”, is the name-sake of the foundation that provides culinary scholarships and recognizes excellence throughout the national hospitality industry, operates exclusively by invitation only and considered by many to be the equivalent “Academy Awards” of the culinary world.
Dali invites you to experience Chef Harloff’s  “one of a kind” culinary extravaganza on May 17th, and in conjunction with Hall Vineyards, Napa Valley…that you will surely not want to miss!
6:30 reception–7:00 dinner
$125 per person, exclusive of tax & gratuity
Details and menu available at www.daliwinebar.com.
Reservations required at 214.646-1947

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May 19
Olenjack’s Grille

EVENT SUMMARY:
Come to the Rahr Beer Dinner at Olenjack’s Grille for an evening of
great food inspired by Fort Worth brewery Rahr Beer & Sons,
known for its 162 years of beer making history. Olenjack’s will lager it up with
a four-course prix-fixe menu that includes the best in Rahr beers paired with
mouthwatering concoctions such as Coriander & Lime Pesto Marinated Grilled Shrimp
and Rahr Red Crème Brulee with Blueberry Compote.
Reservations are required by calling Olenjack’s Grille at (817) 226-2600.
For more information about Olenjack’s Grille, visit www.OlenjacksGrille.com.

DATE/TIME/LOCATION:
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
7 p.m.
770 Road to Six Flags East, Suite 100
Arlington, Texas

PRICE:
$40 per adult
Prices do not include tax and gratuity.

MENU & BEER:
A prix-fixe Rah Beer Dinner menu includes
the following four courses.
1st Course
Coriander & Lime Pesto Marinated Grilled Shrimp
Beer Served: Rahr Blonde Lager

2nd Course
Bread Salad, Oven-Dried Tomatoes, Red Onion & Fried Mozzarella
with Roasted Garlic Citrus Vinaigrette
Beer Served: Rahr Maybock

3rd Course
Soy Marinated Grilled Flaken Styled Shortribs,  Molasses & Ugly Pug Glaze
Sweet Potato Gratin & Asparagus
Beer Served: Rahr Ugly Pug

4th Course
Rahr Red Crème Brulee with Blueberry Compote
Served with Coffee Caramel Shortbreads
Beer Served: Rahr Red

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May 20
Tramontana’s “Green” Wine Dinner

Chef James Neel is excited  to announce Tramontana’s “Green” Wine Dinner on Wednesday, May 20th featuring Cline Cellars and among others, their single vineyard Bridgehead Zinfandel.  For $50 including wine, come and enjoy an evening of great food and wine and taste the difference that natural and sustainable practices can have on a meal.  Advantage wine representative Bill Rich will talk about the wines and what Cline Cellars is doing to lesson their carbon footprint in the world. Below is the menu for the evening.
Call 214/368-4188 for reservations.
Tramontana’s “Green” Wine Dinner
Featuring the wines ofCalifornia’s “Certified Green String” Cline Cellars
Wednesday May 20, 2009
$50 per person
7:00 Reception
7:30 Dinner
Menu
Olive Tapenade Foccacia
Local Goat Cheese & Prosciutto Gougeres
CLINE CELLARS MOURVEDRE ROSE 2008- CONTRA COSTA, SONOMA COAST
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Fried Green Tomatoes w/ Texas Gulf Blue Crab “Ceviche”
CLINE CELLARS PINOT GRIS 2007- SONOMA
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Smoked Pork Loin w/ Creamy Grits- Blackcurrant & Balsamic Reduction
CLINE CELLARS ANCIENT VINES MOURVEDRE 2007- CONTRA COSTA
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72 Hour Slow Cooked Beef Shortribs w/ Zinfandel & Star Anise Glacé – Truffled Frites
CLINE CELLARS BRIDGEHEAD ZINFANDEL 2006- CONTRA COSTA
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Bittersweet Chocolate “Bark”
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May 21
Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

Enjoy an evening of fine dining and wine with import specialist and winemaker Matt Licklider, co-founder of LIOCO wines, while savoring a five-course dinner handcrafted by Executive Sous Chef Eric Brandt at Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek.

LIOCO is the result of a year-long conversation between Licklider, a seasoned wine import specialist, and Kevin O’Connor, wine director at Michelin Two-Star Spago-Beverly Hills, about whether California could produce a true “wine of origin.” In August 2005, Licklider and O’Connor set out to prove that it could and founded LIOCO.

The idea was to make wine that was a perfect reflection of the terroir from which it emerged, wine which couldn’t be made anywhere else, without the distraction of oak and other winemaking interventions.

All of their resources are directed toward sourcing the best grapes available from California’s most highly sought-after vineyards. Their wine offerings are driven by the availability of superlative fruit and may change from year to year, but their philosophy does not.

“With famous vineyards within their orbit, the folks at LIOCO are well on their way to producing some of the most compelling, individualistic wines on the California scene,” Mansion wine and beverage director Michael Flynn said. “Specializing in the Burgundian varieties Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, these are wines of elegance, structure, and complexity, which show their best with a meal.”

What:    LIOCO Wine Dinner
Where:    Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek
When:    Thursday, May 21, 2009
7 to 9:30 p.m.
Cost:    $125 per person, including tax, gratuity and valet parking

To taste LIOCO’s wines for yourself, call 214-443-4747 for reservations. Seating is limited.

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May 28
Maguire’s Regional Cuisine

A Dinner with Miner Family Vineyards
featuring
Rocio Gonzales,  Regional Sales Director Miner Vineyards
Thursday, May 28th  7pm
$69 per person plus tax and gratuity

Maguire’s Regional Cuisine
17552 North Dallas Parkway  972.818.0068

Menu

First Course
Heirloom Flower – Heirloom Tomatoes, Diced Egg, Bleu Cheese, Crispy Prosciutto, Sherry Vinaigrette
Miner Viognier Simpson Vineyard 2007

Second Course
Lobster Potato Ravioli with Wild Mushroom Ragout
Miner Sangiovese Gibson Vineyard 2006

Third Course
Beef Carpaccio  with Arugula Salad, Truffle Oil, Capers, Dijon Mustard, Parmesan Cheese
Miner Merlot Stagecoach 2005

Fourth Course
Slow Poached Copper River Salmon with Grilled Baby Root Vegetables, Dill Compound Butter
Miner Pinot Noir Gary’s Vineyard 2006

Fifth Course
Almond Tuile with Fresh Berries, Frangelico Crème Fraiche
Miner Chardonnay Napa 2007

Monday, May 11
Abacus

JIM CLENDENEN, WINEMAKER OF AU BON CLIMAT WINERY PARTNERS WITH ABACUS TO HOST WINE AND FOOD PAIRING EXPERIENCE

What: Abacus and Au Bon Climat Winery join forces to present a food and wine combination that will satisfy every palate.  Executive Chef and Owner Kent Rathbun, alongside good friend and guest host Jim Clendenen, have created a four-course menu complemented by the delightful varietals of Au Bon Climat Winery. Clendenen, chief winemaker and guest host, will delight guests with premium wines from Santa Maria Valley as Chef Kent Rathbun whips up another innovative dining experience inspired by one of his favorite wineries:
Copper River Salmon Carpaccio with Paula’s Cottage Cheese and Hawaiian Sea Salt; Cajun Grilled Rabbit Sausage Crostini with Roasted Tomato Marmalade, Skin and Bones, Riesling 2006
Pan Seared Diver Scallops with Celery Root Puree and Foie Gras Cream, Au Bon Climat, Chardonnay, Nuits Blanches 2003
Porcini-Spring Ramp Tart with Molasses Glazed Pork Belly and Black Truffle Butter, Au Bon Climat, Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara 2007
Roasted Squab with Artichoke Risotto and Sweet Corn Sabayon, Au Bon Climat, Pinot Noir, La Bauge 2006
Tea Smoked Wagyu Tri-Tip with Crispy Noodle Cake, Fermented Black Bean Sauce, and Green Mango-Yuzu Salad, Au Bon Climat, Pinot Noir, Talley Vineyard 2006
Blackberry Brown Butter Tart with Fresh Peach-White Balsamic Puree and Creme Fraiche, One Hand Clapping, Late Harvest, Pinot Blanc 2005
Who: Since Abacus opened 1999, the fine dining establishment has received numerous accolades and has been catapulted into the local, regional and national spotlight with industry recognition coming from Mobile Four-Stars, AAA Four Diamonds, DiRONA, Five Star rating from the Dallas Morning News and “Most Popular Restaurant in Dallas” rating by Zagat Survey in 2007 and 2008. Abacus has been featured in publications such as Elle, Southern Living, Veranda, Texas Monthly, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Esquire Magazine, Rosie Magazine and Wine Spectator.

By obtaining fruit from two of the most highly regarded vineyards along the central coast of California, the winery of Au Bon Climat has been producing internationally recognized Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Blanc varietals since its founding in 1982. The winery is located on the world famous Bien Nacido Vineyard and was listed on Robert Parker’s “Best Wineries of the World” list in 1989 and 1990. Owner Clendenen has been recognized as “Winemaker of the Year” in 1992 by the Los Angeles Times, and again in 2001 by Food and Wine Magazine.

When:             Monday, May 11, 2009
6:30 p.m.

Cost:               $125 including tax and gratuity per person

Reservations: Reservations are required. Contact Donna Tanner at (469) 867-3681

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May 12th

Dali Wine Bar

YANGARRA ESTATE VINEYARD DINNER

Please join us as Yangarra winemaker Peter Fraser features Australia’s finest wines from the McLaren Vale region.

Five-Course dinner paired with Yangarra Rousanne, Chardonnay,

Viognier, Shiraz, Old Vine Grenache and Cadenzia GSM.

6:30 Reception – 7:00 Dinner

$75 per person, exclusive of tax & gratuity

Joel Harloff Executive Chef, Paul Pinnell Proprietor

1722 ROUTH ST—ONE ARTS PLAZA—469.385.9360 FOR RESERVATIONS—WWW.DALIWINEBAR.COM FOR DETAILS

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Friday, May 15
Morton’s The Steakhouse

Morton’s The Steakhouse in Dallas explores Argentina’s famous Malbec varietal with “Greetings from Argentina: Malbec Tasting” on Friday May 15, 2009 From 6:00pm to 7:30pm.  Cost to attend is $50 per person, inclusive of tax and gratuity.  For reservations, call 214-741-2277

Malbec is a medium to full-bodied red wine with ripe fruit flavors of plum and blackberry with earthy characteristics.  Highlighted at the Morton’s event are select wines from 2006 through 2008 from the Mendoza and the Cafayate Valley in Argentina, including Trapiche, Torrontes (2008); Trapiche, “Oak Cask” (2007); Michel Torino, “Don David” (2006); Broquel (2006); and Trapiche, “Adriana Venturin” (2006).

The wines are paired with Morton’s signature hors d’oeuvres, including cheeses, broiled sea scallops with apricot chutney, sliced tenderloin with a Chimichurri sauce and Morton’s miniature Legendary Hot Chocolate Cakes.

Morton’s The Steakhouse is located at 501 Elm Street Dallas Texas 75202.  Dinner is served Monday through Thurs 5:30pm to 10pm from Friday and Saturday 5:30pm to 11:00pm and Sunday from 5pm to 10:00pm.  For more information or to make reservations, call 214-741-2277 or visit www.mortons.com.

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Monday, May 18
Toulouse

A Trip Along the Loire
Wine Dinner
Monday, May 18 at 7:00 p.m.
MENU
First Course
Crotin de Chavignol Chaud et Salade,
Warm Goat Cheese Salad, Mesclun Greens & Olive Bread
or
Asparagus Flan, Beurre Noisette, Lardon & Citrus Breadcrumbs
Chateau de la Sancerre 2007

Second Course
Atlantic Salmon, Beurre Blanc & Du Puys Lentils
or
Rabbit Blanquette, Spring Onions, Mushrooms & Peas
Michel Redde Pouilly Fume 2005

Third Course
Strawberry- Rhubarb Tart with a Nantais Cookie Crust
Chateau Moncontour Vouvray, Demi-sec 2006

Food & Wine Pairings designed by Chef Yoann Lardeux

RESERVATION REQUIRED | $45/person
214-520-8999
3314 Knox Street

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Wednesday, May 20
Tramontana

Chef James Neel is excited  to announce Tramontana’s “Green” Wine Dinner on Wednesday, May 20th featuring Cline Cellars and among others, their single vineyard Bridgehead Zinfandel.  For $50 including wine, come and enjoy an evening of great food and wine and taste the difference that natural and sustainable practices can have on a meal.  Advantage wine representative Bill Rich will talk about the wines and what Cline Cellars is doing to lesson their carbon footprint in the world. Below is the menu for the evening.
Call 214/368-4188 for reservations.
Tramontana’s “Green” Wine Dinner
Featuring the wines ofCalifornia’s “Certified Green String” Cline Cellars
Wednesday May 20, 2009
$50 per person
7:00 Reception
7:30 Dinner
Menu
Olive Tapenade Foccacia
Local Goat Cheese & Prosciutto Gougeres
CLINE CELLARS MOURVEDRE ROSE 2008- CONTRA COSTA, SONOMA COAST
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Fried Green Tomatoes w/ Texas Gulf Blue Crab “Ceviche”
CLINE CELLARS PINOT GRIS 2007- SONOMA
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Smoked Pork Loin w/ Creamy Grits- Blackcurrant & Balsamic Reduction
CLINE CELLARS ANCIENT VINES MOUVEDRE 2007- CONTRA COSTA
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72 Hour Slow Cooked Beef Shortribs w/ Zinfandel & Star Anise Glacé – Truffled Frites
CLINE CELLARS BRIDGEHEAD ZINFANDEL 2006- CONTRA COSTA
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Bittersweet Chocolate “Bark”

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Wednesday, May 20th
Charlie Palmer at The Joule

Presents Wine Dinner featuring Qupé and Verdad Wines on May 20th

Acclaimed restaurant, Charlie Palmer at The Joule, along with Next Vintage wine shop, will present an exclusive picnic-style wine dinner featuring wines from both Qupé Wine Cellars and Verdad on Wednesday, May 20, 2009.   Dinner will be served on the restaurant’s scenic patio (weather permitting).

Located on the Bien Nacido Vineyards in Santa Maria, California, Qupé Wine Cellars is dedicated to producing handcrafted Rhône varietals and Chardonnay from California’s Central Coast.   Employing traditional winemaking techniques, Qupé produces wines that are true to type and speak of their vineyard sources – all while maintaining an impeccable balance.  Because of this, the wines can be enjoyed in their youth, as well as after ageing.

Verdad produces small amounts of delicious wines using Spanish grape varietals that also express the true flavors of the varietal – along with the unique territory in which they are grown.Hence, the Spanish phrase “es la verdad” – meaning “that’s the truth,” – which served as inspiration in the brand’s naming.  Verdad is the only winery in California devoted solely to Spanish varietals.

Both wineries not only share a love of wines and their craft.   Qupé Wine Cellars’ owner/winemaker, Bob Lindquist, and Verdad creator, Louisa Sawyer Lindquist, are husband and wife.

This special five-course dinner menu will couple selections from both wineries with Executive Chef Scott Romano’s progressive American Cuisine, which has been consistently named to several of Dallas’ “best of” lists.   The evening’s menu offerings are:
- Passed hors d oeuvres -

KUMOTO OYSTERS
watermelon and strawberry mignonette

AGED GOAT CHEESE
rhubarb marmalade / brioche
Verdad, Rose, 2007
- Amuse -

CAPONATA
shaved fennel / arugula / pecerino / brioche crotons
Verdad, Albarino, 2008

- Appetizer -

BRAISED LOBSTER
lobster and meyer lemon ravioli / brown butter hazelnuts / orange glazed fava beans
Qupe, Marsanne, Santa Ynez Valley, 2007

- Entrée –

KURUBOTA PORK DUO
fig glazed ribs / cranberry and white pepper chutney / crisp pork belly
Qupe, Syrah, Bien Nacido Hillside, 2005

- Dessert -
WARM BLUEBERRY CRISP
citrus-yogurt sorbet
Qupe,Grenache, Purisima Mountain Vineyard, 06

The event will be held at Charlie Palmer at The Joule, which is located at 1530 Main Street in Downtown Dallas in The Joule, A Luxury Collection Hotel.  Tariff is $95 plus tax and gratuity per person.   Seating is limited.   For more information and reservations, please call:  214- 261-4600.

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Thursday, May 21
Bolla at the Stoneleigh Hotel

Bolla at the Stoneleigh Hotel and Spa presents: An Evening with Erinn Benziger

Thursday May 21, 2009  7pm

Join Erinn Benziger and Chef David Bull for an unforgettable evening of Signaterra Wines paired with a four course menu.

Mozzarella Panna Cotta . Fritto Misto . Basil Seeds

Benziger Signaterra Shone Farm Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, 2008

Agnolotti . Robiola . Crisp Squash Blossom . Olio Verde

Benziger Chardonnay, Sangiacomo Vineyard, 2007

Rack of Lamb . Cipollini Onions . Celery Root Puree . Espresso Rub

Benziger Signaterra Bella Luna Vineyard Pinot Noir, 2007

Cannelloni . Beef Short Ribs . Ricotta . Sauce Bolognese

Benziger Signaterra Three Blocks Bordeaux Blend, 2006

Bolla “Tiramisu”. Chocolate Phyllo . Espresso Caramel . Marscarpone Gelato

Taylor Fladgate 10 Year Tawny Porto

$98 per person

For reservations, please call 469.375.5840

Caviar, Champagne and Wine Tasting
Saturday, May 16th
7:00pm
Full Details Attached

2516 Maple Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75201  214-871-2516

G.W. Armstrong & Associates
3701 Turtle Creek, Suite 7J
Dallas, Texas  75219
Phone 214.521.7805
Fax 214.550.2618
armstrongadvpr@sbcglobal.net

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May 27
DeVine Cellars

DeVine Cellars is hosting John Goodier and Tolosa Winery on Wednesday, May 27 for a Winemaker Dinner.  The dinner features four courses with wine pairing.  The cost of the dinner is $70 and begins at 7pm.  Limited space is available, but we are now taking reservations.  Please call us at 972.304.9463 with any questions or to make a reservation.  The menu is viewable below:
Tolosa Winemaker’s Dinner Featuring John Goodier
1st Course
Grilled Layered Peaches
With Goat Cheese and Sautéed Shrimp
Paired with: 2005 Edna Ranch Chardonnay

2nd Course
Carrot Bisque with Fennel Oil
Paired with: 2005 Edna Ranch Pinot Noir

3rd Course
Pan-Seared Duck Breast
With Cipollini Onion and Orange Marmalade
Paired with: 2005 Edna Ranch Syrah

4th Course
Wild Berry Crumbled Cobbler
With Cinnamon Strawberry Ice Cream
Paired with: 2008 Rose of Syrah
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April 22
Hector’s On Henderson

This Wednesday, April 22, 2009, from 5 Pm to 7:30 PM, we continue our series of popular wine Happy Hours. We are featuring eight wines from WD 3 Wines. Each glass of wine costs only $6.00 so this is a great opportunity to taste things you would not normally drink.

Chris Maxwell from WD 3 Wines will be present to help you make your choices and talk about the wines.

I will provide complimentary passed appetizers for the bar patrons participating in the event.

Stay for dinner after the Happy Hour and you can avail yourself of the two-course, $19.95 meal (with choices). There is no better deal. Of course, the entire regular menu is also available.

Enjoy the music of John Freeman, jazz piano and vocals, from 7 PM to 10 PM. John entertains every Wednesday and is extraordinary.

To RSVP, call 214-821-0432 or send an email to:
info@hectorsonhenderson.com (or just drop in!).

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April 22
Abacus

FRANCINE KOWALSKI VISITS ABACUS FOR AN ARGENTINEAN WINE DINNER WITH TRAPICHE WINERY

What:              Join Abacus and Trapiche Winery, the 2004 and 2006 Argentinean Wine Producer of the Year, as they partner to indulge patrons’ palates with a delectable combination of food and wine.  Executive Chef and partner Kent Rathbun alongside guest hostess Francine Kowalski have created a luscious four-course menu, incorporating the award-winning wines of Trapiche Winery. The evening’s featured menu items and wine pairings include the following:
•         Fajita Beef Empanada with Avocado-Lime Sour Cream; Yogurt Shrimp with Papadum, Broquel, Chardonnay, Mendoza 2007
•         Wood Grilled Copper River Salmon with Mozzarella Company Cottage Cheese-Artichoke Salad, Broquel, Torrontes, Mendoza 2007
•         Niman Ranch Lamb Sausage with Spaghetti Squash and Heirloom Tomato Provencal, Broquel, Bonarda, Mendoza 2006
•         Traditional Picanha Steak with Roasted Bananas, Asparagus and Chimichurri, Trapiche, Single Vineyard Malbec Vi a Fausto Orellana, Mendoza 2005; Trapiche, Single Vineyard Malbec Viña Eleodoro Aciar, Mendoza 2005
•         Grilled Lemon-Cornmeal Pound Cake with “Vermont Butter and Cheese Co.” Mascarpone and Fresh Blueberry Compote with “Minus 8” Wine Vinegar, Trapiche Sparkling, Mendoza

Who:                Since Abacus opened 1999, the fine dining establishment has received numerous accolades and has been catapulted into the local, regional and national spotlight with industry recognition coming from Mobile Four-Stars, AAA Four Diamonds, DiRONA, Five Star rating from the Dallas Morning News and “Most Popular Restaurant in Dallas” rating by Zagat Survey in 2007 and 2008. Abacus has been featured in publications such as Elle, Southern Living, Veranda, Texas Monthly, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Esquire Magazine, Rosie Magazine and Wine Spectator.

Voted Argentinean Wine Producer of the Year (2004, 2006) at the International Wine and Spirit Competition, Trapiche Winery has been repeatedly recognized as a leader in the wine and spirit trade, both in quality and innovation. For the past 120 years, Trapiche has cultivated rich and diverse wines from its seven vineyards in the Mendoza province at the foothills of the Andes. The extensive portfolio of Trapiche offers something for every taste and occasion.

When:              Wednesday, April 22, 2008
6:30 p.m.

Cost:                $85 per guest plus tax and 20% gratuity

Reservations:    Reservations are required by contacting Donna Tanner at (469) 867-3681

Where:             Abacus Restaurant
4511 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75205
www.kentrathbun.com
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APRIL 29

The Mercury

CHRIS WARD TO HOST
SIX COURSE NEW ZEALAND WINE DINNER
FEATURING NEW ZEALAND GUEST CHEF MARC SOPER
AT THE MERCURY RESTAURANT
7 P.M., WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29TH
Chris Ward will host a six-course New Zealand dinner featuring a menu by New Zealand Guest Chef Marc Soper at 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 29th, The Mercury, 11909 Preston Road.

Guest Chef Soper will present a unique presentation of modern European food with a kiwi twist using the freshest of New Zealand ingredients from the pristine waters and green pastures of New Zealand.  Soper has a passion for fresh flavors and unique food presentation. Each course will be paired with New Zealand wines. Tickets are limited and cost per person is $110 plus tax and gratuity. For reservations, please call: 972-960-7774.

NEW ZEALAND DINNER MENU
BY NEW ZEALAND CHEF MARC SOPER

COURSE ONE:
MARLBOROUGH GREEN SHELL MUSSEL AND GINGER FLAT WHITE

COURSE TWO:
PAN SEARED DUCK FOIE GRAS, JAZZ APPLE AND KIWI FRUIT CHUTNEY, SALTED CARAMEL & BABY GREENS

COURSE THREE:
CARPACCIO OF CERVENA ON HORSERADISH CREAM, PICKLED BABY BEETS AND BLACKBERRY JELLY
WITH VILLAGE PRESS OLIVE OIL

COURSE FOUR:
SUMAC SPICED NEW ZEALAND KING SALMON, JAZZ APPLE FENNEL AND PINK GRAPEFRUIT SALAD, ROASTED MUSHROOM
AND BLUE CHEESE MOUSSE, PORCINI TUILLE AND DUO OF SAUCES

COURSE FIVE:
BALLOTINE OF NEW SEASON LAMB SHANK WITH TRUFFLE, BUTTER POACHED SCAMPI, POTATO PUREE AND CRUSHED PEAS
WITH RED WINE JUS TOPPED WITH MICRO PARSLEY

DESSERT COURSE:
KIWI FRUIT CURD FILLED PAVLOVA ROULARDE,
SALTED STRAWBERRY AND BASIL SALAD, TAMARILLO
SORBET & ZESPRI GOLD CHIPS

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Monday, April 27th
Sevy’s Grill

APRIL FOOD AND WINE DINNER
Enjoy a four course feast featuring a variety of cuisines as you
TOUR THROUGH THE MEDITERRANEAN
on Monday, April 27th, 6:30 p.m.
Reservations required, seating is limited.  Four courses paired with specially selected wines plus a sparkling wine reception.  Join us, $59.95 per person (plus tax and tip), enjoyment guaranteed.  Contact Jimmy, Stefaan or Amy M. at 214-265-7389 or SevysCatering@aol.com.

RECEPTION
Spinach and Goat Cheese Empanada (Spain)
Cristalino, Sparkling

FIRST COURSE
Bouillabaisse (France)
Domaine Bertrand Graillot, Coteaux du Giennois, 100% Sauvignon Blanc, 2007

SECOND COURSE
Falafel Salad with Pita and Tahini Sauce (North Africa)
Ellio Perrone, Barbara d’Asti “Tasmorcan”, 2007

THIRD COURSE
Honey Glazed Double Lamb Chops on Israeli Couscous with Roasted Butternut Squash, Preserved Lemon and Yogurt Sauce (Greece)
Palacios, Les Terrasses, 2005

FOURTH COURSE
Almond Ricotta Cake with Apricot Sauce (Italy)
Ellio Perrone, Moscato d’Asti “Sourgal”, 2008
SEVY’S GRILL
AND CATERING
8201 PRESTON ROAD, SUITE 100
DALLAS, TX  75225

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Tuesday, April 28
AURORA

You are invited to join LADERA Vineyard family winemaker Daniel Stotesbery for an “intimate dinner” featuring their 2004 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon; 2004 Lone Canyon Cabernet Sauvignon; 2005 Ladera Cab; 2007 Howell Mountain Sauvignon Blanc; and 2006 Pillow Road Pinot Noir paired with Chef Avner’s exquisite victuals

Ladera Vineyards is located in  Angwin, Calif. The focus is on the hillside estate Cabernet Sauvignons. Annually the winery produces approximately 9,000 cases total.

www.laderavineyards.com
150 White Cottage Road· Napa Valley · CA · 94508 · 707-965-2445
Now accepting
reservations for this “intimate dinner”

214.528.9400

Very limited seating so please call early!
6:30 PM
$149 per guest

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APRIL 30
York Street

Andy Peay of Peay Vineyards, Sonoma Coast
will be in Dallas for one night only,
and only at York Street to showcase his family’s beautiful, award winning wines.
7 wines – 3 of which will be making their Texas debut!
1 white Rhone blend, 2 Chardonnays, 2 Pinot Noirs, 2 Syrahs
Six-course spring feast
$150 per person + tax + tip

please contact Fana @ 214-826-0968 for reservations
Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you on the 30th

DETAILED INFORMATION ABOUT THE PEAYS AND THEIR WINERY IS AVAILABLE AT www.peayvineyards.com

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May 1
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

presents  Shafer Vineyards Wine Dinner

Described as one of the New World’s most profound wines, Shafer Vineyards has been commanding a presence in the world of wine since 1978. Experience for yourself the wines of Shafer Vineyards at Pappas Bros. Steakhouse on May 1st, as they host Shafer Vineyards for a wine dinner. This four-course wine dinner menu, priced at $175 per person, plus tax and gratuity, guarantees this to be an unbelievable opportunity!

John Shafer, along with his son John, learned the intricacies of grape growing in the Stags Leap District -one of the world’s foremost regions for the cultivation of Cabernet Sauvignon. What began as a career in viticulture quickly expanded to a full-scale winemaking. Today, the Shafer family winery continues to prove it deserves national recognition.

Executive Chefs, Michael Gaspard and James Johnson will again collaborate to create an exceptional wine dinner menu. Master Sommelier Barbara Werley joins the team with personalized wine pairings. Together, this trio will create a truly remarkable culinary experience. The Shafer Vineyards menu is as follows:

Hors  D’Oeuvres
2005 Schramsberg Napa Valley Blanc de Blancs

FIRST COURSE
Loval KAMPACHI, fennel, apple, chile, citrus
2006 Shafer Red Shoulder Ranch Napa Valley Chardonnay

SECOND COURSE
Wild MUSHROOM, sweet onion, hazelnut, smoked bacon, escargot
2005 Shafter Point Five Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon

THIRD COURSE
LAMB, eggplant puree, roasted garlic, wild leek

2005 Shafer Hillside Select Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

1999 Shafer Hillside Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

1998 Shafer Hillside Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

DESSERT
TEXAS FARMHOUSE CHEDDAR, red wine-fig jam, crispy bacon tuile

2005 Shafer “Relentless” Napa Valley

Pappas Bros. Steakhouse, named “Best Steakhouse in Texas” by Texas Monthly, is the premier steakhouse in Dallas. Widely recognized as one of the highest quality and best restaurants in the nation, Pappas Bros. serves dry-aged, prime beef accompanied by succulent side dishes, and finished with rich desserts. Pappas Bros. Steakhouse Wine Cellar features one of only 17 female sommeliers in the world and a wine list of over 35,000 bottles. Pappas Bros. is located at 10477 Lombardy Lane, Dallas, Texas, 75220. For additional information, call 214-366.2000 or visit www.pappasbros.com.

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Monday, May 4th
Chamberlain’s Steak & Chop House

5330 Beltline Road, Addison
$96.50 per person
Reception-7:15pm, Dinner 7:30pm

To RSVP for this event please contact Jasper Russo at jrusso@sigels.com or 214/350-1271. Due to the necessity of a restaurant guarantee, no cancellations will be taken after Friday, May 1st.
California Blue Chip Wine Dinner

Monday, May 4th
$96.50 per person
Heralded upon opening in 1993 by Bon Apetit Magazine as one of the country’s best restaurants, Chef Richard Chamberlain’s classic cuisine, impeccable service and Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list have combined to make this restaurant a fixture both on the Dallas dining scene and in the national press. His ability to work matching wines with foods helped to make our Winemaker Dinner with Doug Margerum last year a fantastic success.

We have turned again to Chamberlain’s to provide a showcase for our next spring wine dinner – this time highlighting a number of relatively new wineries who are currently making the new benchmarks for their varietals in California.  From hot new varietals like Pinot Grigio and Viognier to classics like Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon, winemakers like Steve Clifton, Chad Melville, Brian Loring and Doug Margerum  have established themselves as the new blue chips in California winemaking.

Menu

Shrimp Wrapped with Prosciutto and Sage
Palmina Pinot Grigio 2008

Salmon Poached with Vanilla and Lemon
Miner Viognier 2007
Melville Chardonnay 2007

Rabbit Glazed with Fig and Thyme served with Truffle Grits
Loring Pinot Noir Aubaine 2007
Patz & Hall Pinot Noir Alder Springs 2005

Filet Mignon Sous Vide with Truffle Sauce and Lobster Potatoes
Fantesca Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mt 2004
Happy Canyon Brand (Merlot Blend) 2005
Samsara Syrah Melville 2006

Chocolate Espresso Cake
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Tuesday, May 5

Canary Cafe

CHEF GORJI & SAN FELICE WINES PRESENT A FOUR-COURSE
ITALIAN WINE DINNER

WHAT:    Join Chef/Owner Gorji of Canary Café and San Felice Wines as they present a four-course Italian wine dinner.  The wine dinner is $59 per person, plus tax & gratuity.  Seating is limited; call 972.503.7080 for reservations.

First Course
Sautéed Mussels, Shallots and Garlic
with grilled Radicchio
Vermentino Maremma Toscana

Second Course
Quail basted in olive oil and
Eggplant with Pomodoro
Poggibano Maremma Toscana

Third Course
Lamb T-Bone Steak and grilled Vegetable Risotto
Poggio Rosso Chianti Classico Riserva

Fourth Course
Chocolate Dolce
Vin Santo del Chianti Classico

WHEN:    Tuesday, May 5 – 7:00 p.m.

WHERE:    Canary Café, 5100 Beltline Road, #402, Addison, Texas

WHO:    Chef Gorji is the chef-owner of Canary Café in Addison, specializing in New Mediterranean cuisine using fresh ingredients and simple techniques.  Chef Gorji personally prepares each menu item five nights a week in his newly appointed upscale cafe.  His award-winning Mediterranean fare features many dishes that incorporate his signature ingredient – the pomegranate.  Canary Café is rated the top 2008 Mediterranean restaurant in Dallas/Fort Worth by Zagat.  www.canarycafeaddison.com

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May 6th
Bonnell’s Restaurant

David Long & Jon Bonnell – James Beard House, 2008
David Long, owner of David Arthur Wines, and Chef Jon Bonnell received high praises from their last collaboration in New York City at the James Beard House in 2008.
Don’t miss this celebrated reunion at Bonnell’s Restaurant on Wednesday, May 6th for yet another outstanding
David Arthur Wine Dinner!

David Arthur Wine Dinner
Wednesday, May 6th

First Course
Hickory Grilled Diver Scallop with Grilled Pineapple
and Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette
Paired with David Arthur Chardonnay

Second Course
“Seared Pigeon and Peas”
Pan Roasted Squab with Black Eyed Peas
Paired with David Arthur Meritaggio

Third Course
Buffalo Tenderloin Tartare with Wild Mushrooms
Paired with David Arthur Cabernet Sauvignon

Fourth Course
Lamb Loin and Duck Confit with Mole Sauce
Paired with David Arthur Elevation 1147

Fifth Course
Macerated Berry Trifle with Chantilly Cream
Paired with David Arthur Sauvignon Blanc

$155 per person
price does not include tax or gratuity

Bonnell’s Restaurant
4259 Bryant Irvin Road
Fort Worth, Texas 76109
817-738-5489

UPDATED FOR WORZEL: The just-approved menu and wine pairings have been rushed to SideDish because Worzel wanted them.

3RD ANNUAL ARGENTINE ASADO DINNER EVENT, MAY 2, 2009 6PM-10PM

Dallas, TX:  Executive Chef and Owner Andrew Ormsby of Andrew Ormsby Catering will team with Wine Importer Stewart Elliott, Jr., of Bottled Poetry Imports, for their third annual Argentine Asado May 2nd on the Tucker Patio at Andrew Ormsby Catering, celebrating the food and flavors of Argentina.  We are pleased to bring you a culinary treat that captures the romance and spirit of this wondrous land.  Drink. Dine. Live. Dream. This is Argentina!

The evening will feature dishes inspired by the feasts that Argentines enjoy in their traditional family Asado, in a four course seated dinner paired with six Argentine wine selections by Bottled Poetry.

Food Network celebrity chef and award winning Chocolatier, Andrew Shotts, owner of Garrison Confections, will join the pair once again this year to create an Argentine inspired chocolate dessert.  Andrew recently was recently awarded the Best Chocolatier in America by The Food Network.

As a special bonus this year, Gary Cogill, film critic, host of WFAA-TV’s Good Morning Texas, and genuine food enthusiast, will be our special guest chef.  Anyone who knows Gary knows he loves good food and wine, he loves to cook, and he loves to talk great movies.  He will enjoy all with our guests. Sommelier and founder of Dallas Uncorked, Hayley Hamilton, will complete the gourmet contributors.

Argentines believe in celebrating food and wine. Their Asado feasts are special occasions bringing family and friends together as one.  May 2nd we hope to do the same for our guests, which will surely become like family after the experience.

The Asado cost is $100++ per person. For reservations call 214-389-1313 by May 1. Seating is limited. Andrew Ormsby Catering/TUCKER is located just outside of downtown: 3113 Ross Ave, Dallas, TX 75204

3rd Annual Asado Celebration Dinner

May 2, 2009, 6PM

On the Tucker Patio at Andrew Ormsby Catering

Menu
Hors d’oeuvres:
Beef, Onion and Black Currant Empanadas and Argentine Choripan with tomato-onion marmalade and frisee

Wine: Santos Beck NV Extra Brut Sparkling Wine or Paso de Piedra Malbec 2006 by Vina Alicia

First Plate:
Crispy Sweetbreads with field greens, Ruby Red Texas grapefruit,
Salsa Agridulche.
Wine: Bressia Monteagrelo Chardonnay 2007

Second Plate:
White Truffle Risotto
Wine: Laborum Syrah 2003

Third Plate:
Ancho Marinated Black Angus Leg of Beef, roasted on an open spit and
Whole Roasted Berkshire Loin filled with spring vegetables, sage, cider jus.

Served with
Mendoza chimichurri, spiced yogurt, pequillo pepper harissa, barbequed green vegetable sofrito, homemade breads and infused olive oil

Wine: Laborum Malbec 2004,
Marchiori & Barraud Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Fourth Plate:
Souffled Passionfruit crepes with Dulche de Leche and Milk Chocolate
Wine: Las Perdices ICE 2007

Assorted cheeses with membrillo, black mission figs and walnut bread;
Garrison Confections Chocolate BonBons

Cost: $100 per person++
RSVP with Credit Card by May 1, 2009 to AOC – 214-841-1917

Thursday, April 16
Nonna
You are invited to join us for a
Wine Dinner
Thursday, April 16

Presenting Italian Wine Expert
David Lynch

2001 Recipient of James Beard Award
for Co-Authoring Vino Italiano
Worked as Wine Director and Manager
of acclaimed
New York City Restaurant Babbo
Currently Imports Select Italian Wines
with Enotec

Five-Course Pasta Tasting
Optional Wine Pairings
(regular menu will be available)
Seating is Limited
Please Call for Reservations
214 521-180

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Tuesday, April 22

The Libertine Bar’s next beer dinner is Tuesday April 22nd at 7pm. This month we are featuring a spring menu of five courses of original cuisine and five beer pairings. Tickets are $50.00 per person and reservations are required. Tickets can be purchased at the Libertine Bar or by phone(214-824-7900).

1st course:  Jimmy’s Prosciutto Wrapped Roasted Asparagus paired with La Fin Du Monde

2nd course: Shrimp and Corn Bisque paired with Live Oak Hefe Weiss

3rd course: Grilled Eggplant with Pine Nuts and Balsamic Drizzle paired with St. Arnold Brown Ale

4th course: Beer Poached Striped Bass with Spicy Red Pepper Cream Sauce over Braised Escarole and Kidney Beans paired with Spaten Premium

5th course: Abbey de Leffe Blonde Ale Spice Cake topped with House-made Carrot Frosting paired with Spaten Optimator

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Tuesday, April 28
AURORA

You are invited to join LADERA Vineyard family winemaker Daniel Stotesbery for an “intimate dinner” featuring their 2004 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon; 2004 Lone Canyon Cabernet Sauvignon; 2005 Ladera Cab; 2007 Howell Mountain Sauvignon Blanc; and 2006 Pillow Road Pinot Noir paired with Chef Avner’s exquisite victuals

Ladera Vineyards is located in  Angwin, Calif. The focus is on the hillside estate Cabernet Sauvignons. Annually the winery produces approximately 9,000 cases total.

www.laderavineyards.com
150 White Cottage Road· Napa Valley · CA · 94508 · 707-965-2445
Now accepting
reservations for this “intimate dinner”

214.528.9400

Very limited seating so please call early!
6:30 PM
$149 per guest

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THURSDAY NIGHT, APRIL 30TH, 7:30
York Street

Andy Peay of Peay Vineyards, Sonoma Coast
will be in Dallas for one night only,
and only at York Street to showcase his family’s beautiful, award winning wines.
7 wines – 3 of which will be making their Texas debut!
1 white Rhone blend, 2 Chardonnays, 2 Pinot Noirs, 2 Syrahs
Six-course spring feast
$150 per person + tax + tip

please contact Fana @ 214-826-0968 for reservations
Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you on the 30th

DETAILED INFORMATION ABOUT THE PEAYS AND THEIR WINERY IS AVAILABLE AT www.peayvineyards.com

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May 1

Pappas Bros. Steakhouse  presents  Shafer Vineyards Wine Dinner

Described as one of the New World’s most profound wines, Shafer Vineyards has been commanding a presence in the world of wine since 1978. Experience for yourself the wines of Shafer Vineyards at Pappas Bros. Steakhouse on May 1st, as they host Shafer Vineyards for a wine dinner. This four-course wine dinner menu, priced at $175 per person, plus tax and gratuity, guarantees this to be an unbelievable opportunity!

John Shafer, along with his son John, learned the intricacies of grape growing in the Stags Leap District -one of the world’s foremost regions for the cultivation of Cabernet Sauvignon. What began as a career in viticulture quickly expanded to a full-scale winemaking. Today, the Shafer family winery continues to prove it deserves national recognition.

Executive Chefs, Michael Gaspard and James Johnson will again collaborate to create an exceptional wine dinner menu. Master Sommelier Barbara Werley joins the team with personalized wine pairings. Together, this trio will create a truly remarkable culinary experience. The Shafer Vineyards menu is as follows:

Hors  D’Oeuvres
2005 Schramsberg Napa Valley Blanc de Blancs

FIRST COURSE
Loval KAMPACHI, fennel, apple, chile, citrus
2006 Shafer Red Shoulder Ranch Napa Valley Chardonnay

SECOND COURSE
Wild MUSHROOM, sweet onion, hazelnut, smoked bacon, escargot
2005 Shafter Point Five Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon

THIRD COURSE
LAMB, eggplant puree, roasted garlic, wild leek

2005 Shafer Hillside Select Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

1999 Shafer Hillside Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

1998 Shafer Hillside Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

DESSERT
TEXAS FARMHOUSE CHEDDAR, red wine-fig jam, crispy bacon tuile

2005 Shafer “Relentless” Napa Valley

Pappas Bros. Steakhouse, named “Best Steakhouse in Texas” by Texas Monthly, is the premier steakhouse in Dallas. Widely recognized as one of the highest quality and best restaurants in the nation, Pappas Bros. serves dry-aged, prime beef accompanied by succulent side dishes, and finished with rich desserts. Pappas Bros. Steakhouse Wine Cellar features one of only 17 female sommeliers in the world and a wine list of over 35,000 bottles. Pappas Bros. is located at 10477 Lombardy Lane, Dallas, Texas, 75220. For additional information, call 214-366.2000 or visit www.pappasbros.com.

APRIL 22:
A TOUCH OF NAPA AT VICTORY TAVERN
April 22 Wine Dinner Pairs Housemade Cuisine with Handcrafted Artesa Wines

ABOUT:
On Wednesday, April 22, Victory Tavern will feature a seasonal menu paired with wines from Artesa Vineyards & Winery from the Carneros region of Napa. Owned by the Spanish Codorníu wine family that has been making wine since the 16th century, Artesa connotes “handcrafted” in Catalan, the language of Barcelona.

This vineyard employs a multi-appellation strategy, meaning they obtain grapes from the best geography for growing each variety. Thus, they offer an excellent selection of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Carneros, as well as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Special Reserve from their vineyards in the Napa, Sonoma and Alexander valleys.

WHEN:
Wednesday, April 22 at 6:30 p.m.

WHERE:
Victory Tavern
(Located in Victory Park; valet parking off of Houston)
3030 Olive Street on N. Houston, Dallas, TX 75204

COST:
$65 per person.

HOW:
The public can make reservations by calling (214) 432-1900.  Additional information can be found online at www.victorytavern.com.

ABOUT VICTORY TAVERN:
Created by Dallas restaurateur Patrick Colombo, Victory Tavern serves contemporary interpretations of American culinary classics with a special focus on fresh seasonal ingredients. The city grille offers a tavern menu from Chef Jim Oetting that’s upscale without being fussy and that’s comfortable while incorporating creative approaches to chophouse and comfort food favorites.

APRIL 22:
Robin Lail Wine Dinner, April 22 at Fearing’s Restaurant
The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas

WHAT: A five-course dinner created by Dean Fearing and his culinary team, complemented by wine pairings presented by Robin Lail

WHEN: Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
Due to limited space, reservations are required: 214-922-4848.

WHERE: Fearing’s Restaurant
2121 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75201

WHO: Lail Vineyards is owned by a family whose winemaking roots in the Napa Valley go back more than 100 years. Robin Lail is the daughter of John Daniel Jr. and the great great grandniece of Gustave Niebaum, the Finnish sea captain who established Rutherford, California’s Inglenook Winery in 1879. Robin Lail’s property is located high in the Howell Mountain AVA. She nourishes her land using sustainable farming practices and is a passionate steward both of her vineyards and of her five-generation family legacy.

PRICE: $145.00 per person exclusive of tax and gratuity

MENU:
Spring Fricassee of Morel Mushrooms, Country Ham and English Peas over Sweet Corn Crpe and Guernsey Butter
Lail Georgia Sauvignon Blanc 2006
Lail Blueprint Sauvignon Blanc 2007

Roasted Squab Breast with Sauted Sweetbreads and Crispy Alaskan King Crab Leg on Foie Gras/Sweet Potato Pure with Blood Orange Sauce
Lail Blueprint 2005

Mesquite-Grilled Lamb Loin Chop with Salsify Gratin, Wild Ramp/Green Garlic Saut and Robin’s Red Wine Bordelaise
Lail J. Daniel Cuve 2004
Lail J. Daniel Cuve 2005

Cheese: Grayson, Cow’s Milk, Meadow Creek Farms, Virginia

Dessert: Gaviota Strawberry Shortcake with Vanilla Cream and Strawberry Sorbet

Fearing’s Restaurant
The exuberant, ever-friendly Dean Fearing is the creator of “Elevated American Cuisine – Bold Flavors, No Borders,” and chef/partner of Fearing’s Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas. Named “Restaurant of the Year” and “Table of the Year” by Esquire Magazine shortly after opening and named #1 in Hotel Dining in the U.S. by Zagat just 15 months later, Fearing’s has also received continued praise from The New York Times, Newsweek, Texas Monthly and Modern Luxury, among others, as well as a James Beard Foundation nomination for Best New Restaurant. Fearing’s offers several distinct dining venues and ambiences within the same restaurant, a spectacular farm-to-market seasonal menu, and the personal presence of Fearing himself.

APRIL 24:
PERFECT PAIRING:
VICTORY BREWING MEETS VICTORY TAVERN
FOR A CRAFT BEER DINNER

ABOUT:
On Friday, April 24, Victory Tavern will pair the beers of Pennsylvania’s Victory Brewing Company with a delicious four-course menu by Dallas’ own Chef Jim Oetting. A special three-course menu will couple creations such as Crispy Soft Shell Crab with Sriracha Crema, Grilled Flatiron Steak with Vine Ripened Tomato and Warm Oatmeal Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches with the Victory Beer selections. Noted for its wide variety of beers inspired by German and Belgian brews, Victory Brewing Company beers have strong and bold flavors that set them apart from many American microbrews.

WHEN:
Friday, April 24 at 6:30 p.m.

WHERE:
Victory Tavern
(Located in Victory Park; valet parking off of Houston)
3030 Olive Street on N. Houston, Dallas, TX 75204

COST:
$50 per person.

MENU:
Reception
Grilled Shrimp with Lemongrass & Curry
Muffuletta Sliders on Jalapeno Cheddar Rolls
Paired with Prima Pilsner

1st Course
Crispy Soft Shell Crab with Sriracha Crema, Watercress & Mache Salad and Housemade Queso Fresco
Paired with Hop Devil

2nd Course
Grilled Flatiron Steak with Vine Ripened Tomato, Beer Battered Onion Ring, Chimichurri Butter
Paired with Golden Monkey

Dessert
Warm Oatmeal Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich with Housemade Butter Brickle Ice Cream & Hot Fudge
Paired with Imperial Stout

HOW:
The public can make reservations by calling (214) 432-1900.  Additional information can be found online at www.victorytavern.com.

ABOUT VICTORY TAVERN:
Created by Dallas restaurateur Patrick Colombo, Victory Tavern serves contemporary interpretations of American culinary classics with a special focus on fresh seasonal ingredients. The city grille offers a tavern menu from Chef Jim Oetting that’s upscale without being fussy and that’s comfortable while incorporating creative approaches to chophouse and comfort food favorites.

APRIL 28:
Olenjack’s Grille And Ravenswood Wines.

EVENT SUMMARY:
Olenjack’s Grille announces the Ravenswood Wine Dinner featuring
a four-course prix-fixe presentation built around the acclaimed
Sonoma, California winery known for its Old World winemaking traditions.
This Olenjack’s dinner explores the Ravenswood series of Vintner’s Blend wines,
which have been designed by the winery to cater to an extravagant palate at “everyday” prices.

At the event, an Olenjack’s wine expert will provide pairing tips to attendees.
Reservations are required by calling Olenjack’s Grille at (817) 226-2600.
For more information about Olenjack’s Grille, visit www.OlenjacksGrille.com.

DATE/TIME/LOCATION:
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
7 p.m.
770 Road to Six Flags East, Suite 100
Arlington, Texas

PRICE:
$55 per adult
Prices do not include tax and gratuity.

MENU & WINES:
A prix-fixe Ravenswood Wine Dinner menu includes
the following four courses. Many of these selected wines
are fruit-forward designed to complement the sultry taste
of quail, bacon, and sirloin.

1st course
Quail & Bacon Chowder
Wine Served — Ravenswood Vintner’s Blend Petite Sirah

2nd course
Spinach Salad with Bacon & Mustard Vinaigrette and Fried Oysters
Wine Served — Ravenswood Vintner’s Blend Chardonnay

3rd course
Bacon Wrapped Sirloin with Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus & Tabasco Hollandaise
Wine Served — Ravenswood Vintner’s Blend Cabernet Sauvignon

4th course
Chocolate Cupcakes with Bacon, Chocolate Chips and Cherries
Wine Served — Ravenswood Vintner’s Blend Zinfandel

ABOUT RAVENSWOOD WINERY:
Founded in 1976 by wine master Joel Peterson, Ravenswood Winery
has kept a tradition of using archaic winemaking techniques
to produce bold, rich, and intense flavors. Peterson’s wines are
extracted from the Ravenswood grape and typically grown at
older, low-yield vineyards. For more information
about Ravenswood, visit http://www.ravenswood-wine.com