Fall Harvest Wine Dinner at BRABO
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Monday, October 17th, 2011
Photo by: Len DePas
Robert Wiedmaier Hosts Five-Course Fall Harvest Dinner with selected French wine pairings
BRABO by Robert Wiedmaier is hosting a five-course wine dinner prepared by Executive Chef Robert Wiedmaier and Chef de Cuisine Chris Watson this Thursday, October 20, featuring seasonal dishes inspired by the fall harvest, paired with French wines selected by sommelier David Kurka. Chefs Wiedmaier and Watson and sommelier David Kurka will lead a conversation about each course, as well as the pairings throughout the evening.
The cost for the dinner is $125 per person, excluding tax and gratuity and reservations are required so call now!
The Menu:
Amuse Bouche
Baton of Crispy Sweetbreads, Meaux Mustard Dipping Sauce
*paired with Champagne, Roederer, Brut, Collection, NV
1st Course
Ravioli of Petit Gris and Foie Gras, Parsley-Lemon Essence
*paired with Pinot Gris, Chateau D’Orschwihr, ‘Zinnkoepfle,’ Alsace, 2008
2nd Course
Roasted Diver Scallop, Sea Urchin Butter with Tobiko
*paired with Chenin Blanc, Pascal Janvier, ‘Cuvée du Silex,’ Jasnières, Loire Valley, France, 2010
3rd Course
Squab with Wild Mushroom Roulade, Cabernet and Roasted Shallot Reduction
*paired with Grenache Blend, Domaine du Pourra, Cotes du Rhone Village, ‘Séguret,’ 2006
4th Course
Veal Medallions with Salsify, Madeira and Green Peppercorn Reduction
*paired with Merlot Blend, Château Beauregard, Pomerol, Bordeaux, France, 2001
Dessert
PlumTart, Honey Cinnamon Ice Cream
*paired with Sauternes,La Fleur d’Or, Bordeaux, France, 2006
Photo by: Len DePas
Critically acclaimed and award-winning Chef Robert Wiedmaier is transforming Alexandria’s dining scene with his new Old Town trifecta. Adjacent to the boutique Lorien Hotel & Spa, the elegant BRABO Restaurant, casual and lively BRABO Tasting Room and The Butcher’s Block, A Market by RW, are each distinctive reflections of Wiedmaier’s passion and award-winning talents. These spaces, created by renowned New York-designer Vicente Wolf, are as engaging as Chef Wiedmaier’s signature cuisine.
The entire team is committed to making BRABO the best dining experience in Old Town Alexandria. Gluten-free options are available for guests with food allergies, as well as vegan and vegetarian fare.
FALL HARVEST WINE DINNER AT BRABO
Thursday, October 20 at 7:00 p.m. - Space is limited. For more information or to make reservations call 703.894.3440 or visit www.facebook.com/braborestaurant or www.braborestaurant.com
BRABO by Robert Wiedmaier: 1600 King Street, Alexandria
– Jennie Whistler
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