Spill It!- February 2010

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Anthony’s

Fine Wine

Anthony’s has found a new partner just in time for Valentine’s Day: Buried Cane! Buried Cane is the latest addition to Anthony’s wine list. Sold by the bottle ($26) or by the glass ($6.50), this wine has a crisp varietal fruit character. Try pairing the Buried Cane Chardonnay with Anthony’s lobster for a romantic dinner with your sweetheart. For more information and our locations, please visit www.anthonys.com

The Calcutta Grill at The Golf Club at Newcastle

Flirtini

Have a flirtatious evening at The Calcutta Grill with their signature Valentine’s Day cocktail the Flirtini. Also enjoy splits of champagne for two and other specialty champagnes introduced just for an evening of romance. Enjoy regular menu items as well as a specialty Valentine’s Day menu available soon at http://www.newcastlegolf.com/grill.aspx?SecID=365. Be sure to make your reservations soon before they are sold out! 15500 Six Penny Lane, Newcastle. 425-793-5566. www.newcastlegolf.com

Il Fornaio

Monthly Wine Tasting

Don’t miss the $10 monthly wine tasting with Maryhill Winery and their representative Cindy Cido February 21st the third Thursday of the month. Wine tastings are paired with complimentary Il Fornaio antipasti and held in the Pacific Place atrium. 600 Pine Street, Seattle. 206-264-0994. www.ilfornaio.com Follow Il Fornaio on Twitter: @IlFornaio_sea Facebook Fanpage

Kathy Casey

Strawberry Shag!

Spice up your evening with Kathy Casey’s cocktail “Strawberry Shag!” A perfect combination of sugared strawberries, juice, vodka, fresh lemon juice, and chilled soda water with a garnish of 2 sprigs of fresh basil, this sweet sip will put a lively sparkle in your step. Looking for more Kathy Casey recipes? Come to Kathy Casey’s book signing at the newly renovated Uptown Metropolitan Market Thursday, February 4th 6-8 P.M. Kathy will also be serving up a fabulous signature cocktail with Pearl Vodka on March 13th for guests attending Plymouth Housing Group’ s Seattle Dances! Vote now for your favorite dancer and purchase tickets at www.seattledances.org.   5130 Ballard Avenue NW, Seattle. 206-784-7840. www.kathycasey.com Follow Kathy Casey on Twitter: @KathyCaseyChef

Lucky Strike/PowerPlay

Happy Hour

Happy hour is double the fun on Wednesdays with $1 burger night from 4 p.m. – close and Bubbles and Bowling from 9 p.m. – close. Buy a bottle of Taittinger Champagne ($75) and receive a lane of bowling and four pairs of shoes! What could be better than $1 burgers or champagne and bowling? Get the total gaming experience with daily happy hour specials every night from 4 p.m. –7 p.m. Happy hour includes: $3 Drafts, $4 House Wines, $4 Absolut Drinks, and 1/2 price food specials. 700 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue. 425-453-5137. www.powerplaybellevue.com Facebook Fanpage

Palomino

La Prima Margarita

Can’t wait until summer to relax with a refreshing margarita? Check out La Prima Margarita on Palomino’s new bar menu in February. A swanky combination of Patron Platinum, Patron Citronge (a natural orange liqueur) and Tuaca are the kicks to the drink! Staying true to tradition, the margarita is topped with a squeeze of lime juice, simple syrup and a salted rim. 1420 Fifth Avenue, Seattle. 206-623-1300. www.palomino.com http://thehighhorse.com/

Metropolitan Market

Calling All Romantics

Don’t miss your chance to taste chocolates from local favorites like Fran’s, Dilettante, Theo’s and Cadeaux Chocolates, plus gelato, cookies, fudge and sparkling beverages for your Valentine! Tastings at Uptown Metropolitan Market are on Thursday, Feb. 11, 4 – 7 p.m.; Friday, Feb. 12, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m.; and Saturday, Feb.13, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 3 –6 p.m. Also try Metropolitan Market’s first ever Red Reserve limited release now on sale for $15 a bottle. Metropolitan Market Red Reserve is a perfect wine to drink with your Valentine. Metropolitan Market Uptown is located at 100 Mercer St. For more information, please visit: www.metropolitan-market.com

Morton’s The Steakhouse

Valentine’s Day Crush

One sip of Morton’s Valentine’s Crush Cocktail and you will be sure to develop a cocktail crush of your own! A flirty combination of Absolut Citron, Grand Marnier and raspberry puree topped with Segura Vudas Sparking, this drink has everything you look for on Valentine’s Day: sweetness and sparkles. 1511 6th Avenue, Seattle. 206-223-0550. www.mortons.com/seattle Follow Morton’s The Steakhouse on Twitter: @Mortons Facebook Fanpage

Pearl Bar & Dining

Veuve Cliquot

Grilled Black Angus Filet Mignon and Butter-poached Atlantic Lobster tail. Truly the best of both worlds! Rich and flavorful Beef tenderloin alongside succulent and extravagant Lobster tail. Served with caramelized onion smashed potatoes and tomato-tarragon butter sauce. WOW! What else could you want? Paired with a bottle of Veuve Cliquot to send you over the top! 700 Bellevue Way NE, Suite 50 (Lincoln Square), Bellevue. 425-455-0181. www.pearlbellevue.com Follow Pearl on Twitter: @PearlBellevue Facebook Fanpage

The Rock Wood Fired Pizza and Spirits

Original Microbrews

Did you know that, like its pizza, The Rock’s microbrews are also its very own originals? Founders Jay and Don created the brews and once the restaurant took off, they placed their babies into the capable hands of Fish Brewing Co. in Olympia. A must-try with your “pie:” Jump’n Jack Black, traditional, smooth and chocolaty; Lite My Fire Very Pale Low Cal Ale, German malt’s light, sweet taste, low calories and low carbs; Rock Steady Red, The Rock’s signature with four caramel malts and a hint of Tettnanger hops; Sledge Hammer India Pale Ale, crisp, hoppy and perfectly malt-balanced (and 6.5% alcohol by volume); Suicide Blonde Bohemian-style Pilsner of German malt and Saaz hops; and Wild Thing, a smooth, honey wheat beer. Giddyup! For a full list of locations, please visit www.therockwfp.com Follow The Rock on Twitter: @TheRock_WFP Facebook Fanpage

Trellis at The Heathman Hotel Kirkland

Drink to Love!

Treat yourself to some liquid chocolate this Valentine’s Day with Trellis’ Chocolate Covered Cherry cocktail! A creamy concoction that features Finlandia Vodka, Crème de Noyaux, Godive White Chocolate liqueur, cream, and shaved chocolate, this sweet sip is the perfect way to celebrate love! Trellis is also currently offering their house made Limoncello, which uses Meyer lemons and Dry Fly Vodka. The Limoncello is only available for a limited time, so indulge while you can! For those who would like something a little less sweet with their Valentine’s Day meal, Trellis has added two new wines by the class: Olivier Leflaive Bourgogne Blanc Les Sétilles 2007 and Dunham Late Harvest Riesling 2008. 220 Kirkland Avenue, Kirkland. 425-284-5900. www.heathmankirkland.com Follow The Heathman Hotel on Twitter: @HeathmanHotel Facebook Fanpage

Ventana and Twist

Pom Pom

Take your date to Ventana, Belltown’s hip new restaurant and treat them to a signature cocktail. Give three cheers for the pom pom, a bubbly cocktail perfect to set the mood. A combination of pomegranate vodka, St. Germain liqueur, prosecco and pomegranate juice is as sweet as your sweetheart! Ventana: 2323 1st Avenue, Seattle. 206-441-4789. www.ventanaseattle.com Follow Ventana on Twitter: @VentanaSEA Twist: 2313 1st Avenue, Seattle. 206-448-9478. www.twistbelltown.com

VivAgave

Stress Reliever

Is Valentine’s Day stressing you out? Refresh with a Stress Reliever Strawberry Smoothie made with Vivagave. Mix 2 ½ cups strawberries, ½ cup strawberry nectar, 1 pitted peach, 1 cup Greek yogurt, 2 cups ice and 2 teaspoons Vanilla Vivagave Inulin. Blend up for a bolt of energy! Available at Whole Foods Markets Follow Viv Agave on Twitter: @VivAgave