Monday, May 17, 2010

Wine vs Beer Dinner...


It's the US vs. Canada all over again as Magnolias at the Mill will host one of their most ambitious event dinners yet this Thursday, May 20th. Chef Mark will pair beers from Canada and wine from Corcoran Vineyards and it is up to you to decide which was the best.
Here is a sneak peak at the menu...
Greeting with our pre-release Rose or Central City Pale Ale
1st Course
Seared Peppered Scallop, Shrimp & Pineapple Quinoa, Citrus Beurre Blanc
Our 2008 Riesling vs. Brasseurs Illimites Simple Malt Altbier
2nd Course
Speck Wrapped Asparagus, Red & Gold Beet Carpaccio, Shaved Parmesan Reggiano
Our 2008 Chardonnay vs. Trou du Diable La Buteuse
3rd Course
Tempura Soft Shell Crab, Pickled Green Tomatoes
Our 2007 Mary's Cuvee vs. Brasseurs Illimites Simple Malt IPA
4th Course
Wood Grilled Beef Medallions, Chipotle Whipped Sweet Potatoes
Our 2007 Meritage vs. A l'Abri de La Tempete Corne de Brume
Dessert Course
Strawberry Shortcake, Shortbread Cookies, Grand Marnier Cream
Our 2007 Seyval Blanc vs. Brasseurs Illimites Simple Malt Imperial Stout
Is your mouth watering?? This is going to be a very hard decision especially since I am a wine drinker and a beer drinker, but I am up for the challenge! Are you?? Come join Jim and I on Thursday...let the fun begin :)
You can book your seat on line at http://shop.corcoranvineyards.com/ or by calling Magnolias at 540-338-9800.
See you there.
Cheers!


1 comment:

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