That’s the great thing about this job. Just when I think I am staring down a long, lonely autumn of pumpkin beer, brewpubs and cornhole, I hear about something cool & fun & different for a grown-up like me, whose only fall “tailgating” comes at Costco when I have to load in my monthly haul.
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Join 14,775 Charlotte tastemakers.
Bonterra, the restaurant and wine room in a lovely old church building in Dilworth, is hosting three unique and intriguing dining events this month. They range in price and theme, but any and all promise delicious food & drink, and like-minded company.
The Italian Social Club
Everyone loves Nada – when I was looking for Italian lessons before a trip a few years ago, her name came up with glowing reviews so many times. On September 15th, Nada will join Bonterra for a Tuscan Wine Tasting. For $25 per person, you will sample several wines from the Tuscan Region of Italy, and enjoy pairing them with some delicious Tuscan inspired hors d’oeuvres. RSVP at 704.333.9463. Space is limited.
The Carolina Apple Feast
For the second year in a row, Slow Food Charlotte will be leading an apple-picking expedition up to Pinnacle, NC. And for the second year in a row, six Piedmont Culinary Guild chefs will be taking that bounty to create a six-course luxury dinner – with the proceeds to benefit PCG, Slow Food Charlotte, and the Elma C. Lomax Incubator Farm.
The 6 course apple inspired adventure in dining will take place at Bonterra on Monday, September 21st. There will be Cocktails / Hors d’Oeuvres at 6pm followed by Dinner at 7pm.
The Chefs:
Host chef Blake Hartwick (Bonterra) will be joined by
Joe Kindred – Chef/Owner, Kindred
Terra Ciotta – Instructor, Art Institute/Charlotte
Megan Lambert – Instructor, Johnson & Wales University/Charlotte
Adam Reed – Chef/owner Sante
Ashley Boyd – Pastry Chef/Owner 300 East and Pastry Consultant, Heritage Food and Drink.
Ticket Cost: $85.00 per person
Reservations: (704) 333-9463
The Chateau Montelena Dinner
Saving the best for last. Five courses plus passed hors d’oeuvres, each paired with a selection from the stellar cellars of Napa Valley’s award winning CHATEAU MONTELENA winery. Monday evening, September 28, starts with a 6:30 pm reception.
Check out this menu:
Reception
Chateau Montelena Reisling
Passed hors d/oeuvres
1st course
2014 Chateau Montelena Sauvignon Blanc
Chicken Fried Rappahanock Oysters
Compressed Watermelon, Dill Aioli
2nd Course
2012 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay
Roasted NC Grouper
New Town Farms Eggplant & Tahini Puree, Toasted Carolina Gold Rice, Niçoise Olive Tabbouleh,
Sherry Vinegar Reduction & Cucumber Relish
3rd Course
2012 Chateau Montelena Zinfandel
Rack of Boar
Sweet Potato Dumplings, Snap Peas,
Blackberry Gastrique
4th Course
2012 Chateau Montelena “Napa” Cabernet
Brasstown Farms 24 Hour Short Rib
Perfect Egg, Pomme Frittes, Cab Fondue
5th Course
2011 Chateau Montelena “Estate” Cabernet
NC Honey Cake
85% Chocolate Ganache, Muscadine Glacé, Smoked Sea Salt Peanut Brittle
No kidding, right? Sign me up. $95 per person
Reservations: (704) 333-9463
1829 Cleveland Avenue @ East Worthington Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28203
Blake Hartwick, Executive Chef | Mike Long, Sous Chef | Jason Lemon, Pastry Chef
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