Wine Pairing Dinner Events
“Excellent wine generates enthusiasm. And whatever you do with enthusiasm is generally successful.” Philippe de Rothschild
Wine Pairing Dinner Events allow you to experience VIP Chef in an unparalleled fashion. Chef Michele brings depth to the love she shares with her unique vision of wine pairing dinners. This experience highlights her creative repertoire with a progression of flavors that unfold throughout the dinner.
The menu is created for a sophisticated palate and is recommended for those expecting a memorable fine dining experience. She has partnered with two sommeliers representing distinguished labels to complement her culinary offerings.Each course is a beautifully conceived work of art, elegantly presented with swirls of sauces as varied as the colors of the rainbow. She masters perfection on a plate!
Whether you are a seasoned culinary expert, a wine connoisseur with a private stock to showcase, or a host/hostess looking for spectacular casual elegance in the comfort of your home, a unique dining experience is certain. Our mission is to delight and exceed the expectations of all our clients. Custom wine pairing menus can be designed for any occasion, such as the birthday celebration menu featured below.
Wine Pairing Dinner
(Sample One)
Hors d’Oeuvres
Artichoke Mousse & Mushroom Crostini
Crispy Potato “Cigarettes”, delicately tipped with Crème Fraiche & Chives
Skirt Steak tipped with Chimichurri Sauce
Bortolomiol Prosecco, Veneto, Italy
First Course
Maryland Lump Crab Cakes with Chipotle Remoulade
2005 Abadia De San Campio Albarino, Spain
Second Course
Pancetta Wrapped Breast of Pheasant, Rice Pilaf
2005 Pinot Noir Cote De Beaune, France
Cheese Course
Assortment of Artisan Cheeses Presented at Tableside
Served with Mini Pears & Grapes
Dessert
Our Signature Dark Chocolate Souffle with Warm Vanilla Sauce & Chocolate Pirouettes
Rutherglen Muscat, Australia
Wine Pairing Dinner (Sample Two)
Hors D’oeuvres
Coquilles St. Jacques in a Natural Scallop Shell
Arancini Rice Balls with Fontina
Chevre & Fig on Belgian Endive Petals
Prosecco
First Course
Lobster Parfait with Preserved Lemon Aioli Over Mesclun Greens and Mini Red Pepper Tulip Garnish
Lagar Albarino (Spain)
Second Course
Asparagus Strudel in Parmesan Crusted Puff Pastry
Kracker Pinot Gris Troken ’03 (Austria)
Third Course
Crab Crusted Salmon with Tri-colored Julienne Vegetables
Shallot Wine Mustard Reduction
Pinot Noir Belle Pente 2002 (Oregon)
Fourth Course
Filet Mignon with Gorgonzola Sauce
Pomme Frite
Silver Oak 2001, Cabernet Sauvignon
Sweet Finale
Dessert Sampling
Amaretto Crème Brulee
Decadent Chocolate Torte with Godiva White Chocolate Whipped Cream
Fanned Strawberry drizzled with Cinnamon Anise Jus
Silvano Garcia Monastrell
Wine Pairing Dinner (Sample Three)
Hors d’Oeuvres
Guacamole in Crispy Wonton Cones
served on chic tiered lucite trays
Asparagus Wrapped with Crispy Proscuitto de Parma
Panko Crusted Chicken Skewers with Orange Sesame Glaze
Pork Tenderloin with Caramelized Apple Parisienne Skewers
Veuve Clicquot Champagne
First Course
Organic Baby Spinach Salad with Strawberries & Brie
Drizzled with Poppyseed Dressing
08 Cristom Viognier Willamette Valley
’09 Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc Russian River Valley
Entrée
Ancho Rubbed Petit Filet Mignon with Cuban Espresso Sauce
Rosemary Roasted Bliss Potatoes
Haricot Vert with Toasted Almonds
’07 Honig Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
’06 Muga Reserva Rioja
Dessert
Decadent Flourless Chocolate Torte
Complementary VIP Chef Mignardise
The suggestions listed above are only a sample of our complete menus. Please give us a call and we would be happy to share more ideas with you.
5-course dinners starting at $85.00 pp
A sommelier recommended wine pairing with each course is offered for an additional cost.
