If you need some help preparing for the upcoming (impending?) holiday meal, you can ake a wine pairing class at CORKBUZZ or make plans to cut back on the cooking thanks to REID’S FINE FOODS.
Meanwhile, be sure to check out the other great events fit for a foodie around town this week and next, in case you aren’t in full Turkey Day mode.
Soiree Beaujolais
Thursday, November 17th from 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
AIX EN PROVENCE is featuring four wines from Beaujolais with Chef Nick’s pairings including the Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau 2016. Cost is $75 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Make your reservations today through opentable.com or by calling 704.332.1886. The regular a la carte menu will also be available that evening for your dining pleasure.
Glenfiddich 14-year Bourbon Barrel Reserve Dinner
Friday, November 18 at 6:30 p.m.
Join THE BALLANTYNE HOTEL with National Glenfiddich Ambassador Mitch Bechard will for a Whiskey Club event. The event will feature Glenfiddich’s newly released 14-year-old Bourbon Barrell Reserve Scotch, uniquely delivering the smooth sophistication of Scotland with a sweet kick of Kentucky. The Chef’s 5 Course Tasting Menu will pair Glenfiddich 12 year, 15-year, 18-year and 21-year in addition to the 14-year-old Bourbon Barrell Reserve with flavorful dishes created by The Ballantyne’s culinary team. The cost is $95 per person (plus tax & gratuity), and reservations are required. Seats are limited, reserve yours by calling 704.248.4100 or by email cshatto@theballantynehotel.com.
Thanksgiving Wine Pairings
Saturday, November 19 at 12:00
Corkbuzz is hosting a Thanksgiving Wine Pairing Class, at this seasonal class, we will taste 8 different wines that belong at everything Thanksgiving table. Register to take this fun class to prepare you for the upcoming holiday.
Low Country Boil at Sugar Creek Brewing for Michelle’s Mighty Mission
Saturday, November 19 from 3PM – 7PM
Sugar Creek Brewing Company is hosting Michelle’s Mighty Mission, an all-you-can-eat Low Country Boil community dinner with bottomless brews and a stout home brewing contest. The goal of this event is to raise awareness and funds for the Co-Founder’s sister, Michelle Pratt, and the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation. Chef Hunter from the Pompous Pig will be preparing a finger-licking, Low Country Boil for the community dinner. Wash down fresh sea food with a freshly brewed ale, bottomless brews are included with your ticket. Details on the event FB page here.
Chef-Driven Uptown Food Tour
Saturday, November 26 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Looking for something different to do with family or guests the Saturday after Thanksgiving? Join FEAST FOOD TOURS for a Chef-Driving Dining Tour that will go in-depth with Uptown’s Executive Chefs and their teams. You will learn their backgrounds, see cooking demonstrations, sample wine, craft beer, and cocktails, and enjoy the chefs’ specialties. The price is $80 per person, click here for more information and to register.
Thanksgiving By Reid’s
The holidays can be stressful, allow Reid’s Fine Foods to do all or some of the work for your Thanksgiving dinner. They are now taking orders for Thanksgiving catering. You can order a la cart, meaning just a turkey, just sides, or just dessert. Or, you can order your entire dinner. Orders will be complete with cooking and/or heating instructions. Pick-ups will take place on Tuesday, November 22 and Wednesday, November 23. To place your order call Carolina at Reid’s Myers Park at 704.377.1312 or Cassie at Reid’s SouthPark at 704.377.7686 to place your order today.
Firebirds Gift Card Discount Promotion
Looking for a great office gift, stocking stuffer or just a way to save for next year? Check out Firebirds gift card promotion = $20 in Bonus Cards with every $100 gift card purchased. Available as e-cards, traditional gift cards and in bulk for corporate purchasing, details here.
Tavolo
The newest restaurant is Charlotte is now open at 300 N. College Street, Tavolo is a family style Italian restaurant with an expansive bar downstairs, the perfect place to enjoy a drink after work, with a selection of fine wines and martinis. Check out their menu, and plan your next carb load at Tavolo.
River’s Edge Craft Dinner
Every Friday from November 4 through December 16 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
The US National Whitewater Center is hosting a Craft Dinner at the River’s Edge Bar and Grill featuring a different regional brewery. Enjoy a five-course dinner created by Executive Chef Michael Rayfield with a 6 oz. beer pairing with each course. The price is $50 per person and registration closes the day prior to each event. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available.
