Spill It!-Nov. 2010

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  NOVEMBER 2010

  Bradley & Mikel’s Pearl Bar and Dining
Fall Winemaker Series – Long Shadows Nov. 3
 
With two sold out winemaker events already this fall, your last chance to get in on Pearl’s Fall Winemaker Series looms Wednesday, Nov. 3, when it welcomes Long Shadows Wineries featured winemaker, Gilles Nicault. This collection of ultra-premium wines, in which each winemaker is a part owner in the company, brings a portfolio of individual wines that showcase the viticultural excellence of Washington State's Columbia Valley. Enjoy five courses of Pearl's contemporary Northwest fare paired thoughtfully with Long Shadows selections.
 
This event is $75 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Reception begins at 5:15 p.m. dinner at 6:30 p.m.; limited seating is available. Enjoy complimentary valet parking at the Westin directly across the breezeway

 

700 Bellevue Way NE, Suite 50 (Lincoln Square), Bellevue. 425-455-0181. www.pearlbellevue.com 
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Terra Vista

 46 degrees North: Columbia Valley AVA

 

Washington wine is synonymous with elevated Northwest dining, and Terra Vista’s signature “46 degrees North” menu and wine list honors the best of each AVA and recognizes a shared latitude with France’s renowned wine regions of Bordeaux and Burgundy. Fine dining manager Jon Sheard concures, noting Washington's an excellent international reputation in the world of wine. This month celebrates the Columbia Valley AVA.

The Columbia Valley AVA is an American Viticultural Area which lies in the Columbia River Plateau, through much of central and southern Washington state, with a small section crossing into the neighboring state of Oregon. The largest wine region in the state of Washington, it includes over 11 million acres of which 17,000 acres are planted in vineyards. Grapes grown here include Merlot, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, and Sémillon. Taste the best alongside chef Bruce Dillon's fine cuisine. This special menu inset offers complementary wines with selected entrees.

 

37500 S.E. North Bend Way, Snoqualmie. 425-888-1234
www.snocasino.com

Sullivan’s Steakhouse
Bringer and Bublé at Sully’s Lounge

Sully’s Lounge at Sullivan’s Steakhouse in Seattle will feature two great wines from Beringer Vineyards (Beringer Napa Chardonnay and Beringer Knight’s Valley Cabernet) and the music of singing sensation Michael Bublé. Enjoy complimentary downloads of Michael Buble's songs while you sample Beringer wines and listen to live music from Susan Galbraith accompanied by Mack Grout from 5-8 p.m. Live Jazz from 8 – 11 p.m.

Check with your server to learn more about these great featured wines, a chance to see Michael Bublé in concert, and be entered to win a signed copy of Michael Buble’s latest CD, Crazy Love, including his upcoming single, which is being released exclusively to Beringer November 4th! Washington State Firefighters will be signing their 2011 calendars and greeting guests from 5 – 9 p.m.

621 Union Street, Seattle. 206-494-4442
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Kathy Casey
Premiere of “Kathy Casey’s Liquid Kitchen™” cocktail show

 

Celebrity chef, mixologist and bar chef pioneer Kathy Casey is featured as part of the fall lineup of top food artisans, chefs and mixologists on the Small Screen Network, found online.  Casey’s 12-episode cocktail show, called “Kathy Casey’s Liquid Kitchen™,” mixes her talent behind the bar and experience as a chef into a creative journey through great drinks inspired by the kitchen.

 

Read Kathy Casey’s blog for more signature cocktails!

 

5130 Ballard Avenue NW, Seattle. 206-784-7840. www.kathycasey.com
Follow Kathy Casey on Twitter: @KathyCaseyChef
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Metropolitan Market
MM Red No. 10

 

Metropolitan Market’s tenth red wine release possesses a bold, firm-yet-giving structure. Built around core varietals of Cabernet Sauvignon (41%), Merlot (39%) and Syrah (20%), flavors of the darkest fruits are assertive, satiny and beautifully detailed by notes of Asian herbs and mulling spices. This serious little wine suits sophisticated palates, yet it’s perfectly priced for carefree entertaining at just $10 per bottle!

For more information, please visit www.metropolitan-market.com.Follow Metropolitan Market on Twitter @MetMarket and Facebook. 

 

Il Fornaio
The Inside Edge on Washington Wine:
Winemaker Dinner with Dick Boushey of Boushey Vineyards

 

Wednesday, Nov. 10, 6:30 p.m.

 

Dick Boushey and his wife, Luanne run one of the most premiere vineyards in Columbia Valley and produce some of the best grapes available. The vineyard sells wine grapes to dozens of revered Washington wineries, among them Betz Family, Chinook, DeLille, Forgeron, Long Shadows, McCrea and more. Your chance to taste the best and meet Dick is during this special evening. You’ll enjoy Dick’s selections, paired thoughtfully with five courses of authentic Italian fare by Il Fornaio Chef-Partner Franz Junga.

 

$45 per person (exclusive of tax and gratuity)
For reservations, please call (206) 264-0994

600 Pine Street Pacific Place, Seattle

 

Nov. 18, $10 Monthly Wine Tasting with Christian Minor of Young’s Winery

 

The third Thursday monthly wine tasting on Nov. 18 brings Christian Minor from Young’s Winery in Plymouth, CA.  Enjoy special selections of Washington, Oregon, and California wines including, Genisis Viognier, WA; Avalon Cab, Napa and Route Stock Pinot Noir, OR.  To accompany these west coast wines, delicious Il Fornaio antipasti from Chef-Partner Franz Junga will be offered. $10 per person. Tasting begins at 6 p.m. at the Café in the Pacific Place Atrium. More about the winery can be found at www.youngsvineyard.com.

 

600 Pine Street, Seattle. www.ilfornaio.com
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Trellis at The Heathman Hotel Kirkland
The Martini Cocktail Through History:

 

One of the most well known and delicious cocktails of all time, the name Martini once referred to a specific cocktail containing nothing more than gin or vodka, vermouth, and sometimes bitters. In an effort to restore this drink to its former glory we bring you the evolution of the Martini. Join Trellis in toasting during its special tribute, and taste the Martini through the recipes of its evolution:

 

Turf Club-1884, the first incarnation ($14)
Martinez-1887, sweeter and more complex ($14)
Tuxedo-1890’s, strong, dry, nutty with Fino Sherry ($13)
The Classic Dry Martini-1906 ($10)
Arsenic and Old Lace-1939 ($12)
Vesper-1953, named after the love interest in Casino Royale, ($12)
Modern Martini, whether vodka or gin, olive or twist, extra dry or a good measure of vermouth, how you like it is the modern way.

 

220 Kirkland Avenue, Kirkland. 425-284-5900. www.heathmankirkland.com 
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