July 2, 2008
June beer month was such a success that we have decided to continue the theme for July. This Wednesday, July 2nd, we will focus on Lagers.
Join The Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room this Wednesday, July 2nd, from 5-7 PM. $10 per person.
June 27, 2008
The Blacksmith and Ken Wright Cellars will be hosting one of the unique dining experinces in the 12th annual Cooking for Kids series that features local gourmet food and libations. This event will feature a cooking demonstration by chef Gavin McMichael and wine presentation by Ken Wright.
Tickets for each dinner are $150 per person. $125 of each ticket is tax deductible. All proceeds help Morrison serve children in our community so that they may live healthier lives.
June 25, 2008
For the last week of June Beer tastings we turn our focus to our own back yard. This Wednesday, June 25th, we will be tasting a beer from each of the local breweries.
Join The Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room this Wednesday, June 25th, from 5-7 PM. $10 per person.
June 24, 2008
The Blacksmith & Deschutes Brewery Beer dinner has been moved to Tuesday July 8th.
Mix and mingle starting at 6:00 p.m., then sit down to a gourmet meal at 6:30 with a Deschutes Brewer.
Beer & Pairing Menu
Gold Star Lager
“Fish and Chips”
Salt cod fritters, smoked tomatillo tarter sauce and malt vinegar reduction
Rio de Cerveza
Carne Asada
Spencer’s Gold
“Hot Wings”
Chicken beggars purses, bleu cheese flan andancho hibiscus glaze
Hop Henge
Jerked pork tenderloin flatbread
Hop smoked tenderloin, apricot chutney and cauliflower picalilly
XX Porter
“Steak Frittes”
Coffee and molasses glazed hangar steak with sweet potato frittes
Night Cap
Brandy cake and Cigar tobacco ice cream
$75 per person. RSVP: 541-318-0588
June 19, 2008
Blacksmith and Deschutes Brewery team up on Tuesday, June 24 July 8, to create a five-course meal paired with five Deschutes brews. Mix and mingle starting at 6:00 p.m., then sit down to a gourmet meal at 6:30 with a Deschutes Brewer. $75 per person. RSVP: 541-318-0588
June 18, 2008
Join us this Wednesday, June 18th, where we will be tasting beers from the West side of the US. We will be tasting a broad selection of great Western Beers.
Join The Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room this Wednesday, June 18th, from 5-7 PM. $10 per person.
June 2, 2008
This week will be the first installment of Beer month at The Blacksmith and we will be tasting five international beers.
- Franziskaner Hefe-Weisse (Munich, Germany | ABV 5.0%)
- Fullers ESB (London, England | ABV 5.9%)
- Mikkeller All Others Pale (Copenhagen, Denmark | ABV 6.0%)
- Saison Dupont (Tourpes-Leuze, Belgium | ABV 6.5%)
- Black Boss Porter (Witnica, Poland | 9.4%)
Join The Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room this Wednesday from 5-7 PM. $10 per person.
May 30, 2008
Prepare to achieve beervana. During June, the Blacksmith Restaurant + Bar + Lounge gives brews their due at Wednesday tastings featuring beers from near and far. Join the Blacksmith’s own beer connoisseur’s study group in the Anvil Room every Hump Day.
The line-up for June includes:
- June 4 = International Beers
- June 11 = Eastern US Beers
- June 18 = Western US Beers
- June 25 = Local Beers
May 28, 2008
Join us tonight from 5-7 PM for the final May Martini tasting. John Hansen, The Blacksmith’s own Intoxicologist, will complete this month’s history of martinis with Modern Martinis. Don’t miss tonight’s gastronomic delights. The following three martinis will be paired with unique and tasty appetizers.
- You can have your Gin and eat it too
Gin injected cucumber with lemon vermouth gelee and tonic foam
- Mesquite Smoked Vodka Martini
- Molecular Strawberry Martini
Martini tasters will be served cocktail party-style, with appetizers included from 5-7 PM. $25 per person.
May 16, 2008
Blacksmith Restaurant + Bar + Lounge presents ZanZibar Cellars’ first-ever wine dinner on Tuesday May 20th, at which winemaker Ziad Keirouz will also unveil his winery’s first-ever chardonnay release. Wine Spectator magazine recently named Keirouz among influential new winemakers. For the dinner, Chef Gavin McMichael, sommelier Kevin Gilman and winemaker Keirouz will collaborate on a five-course menu paired with selections from ZanZibar. This exclusive dinner is $95 per person. To make a reservation please call 541-318-0588.
Menu for the Zanzibar Cellars Wine Dinner
Course One
Oregon Chantrelle Bisque
Paired with 2006 ZanZibar Playa Sol (Chardonnay)
Course Two
Pork Roulade with Country Pate, Roasted Red Potatoes, Braised Washington Brussel Sprouts, and Juniper Foie Gravy
Paired with 2005 ZanZibar Casima (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Sangiovese)
Course Three
Smoked Sea Salt Crusted Hangar Steak with Oregon Stone Fruit Compote
Paired with 2005 ZanZibar Sandra (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Syrah)
Course Four
Roasted Rack of Venison with Huckleberry Sherry Gastrique, and Carolina Gold Rice Cakes, and Marcona Almonds
Paired with Non Vintage ZanZibar Sandra Solera (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Syrah)
Course Five
Trio of Housmade Sorbet
