A testament to handcrafted pinot noir, Torii Mor Winery produces elegant estate wines in the lush hills of Dundee, Oregon. On Wednesday, April 5th, join Bar Boulud‘s Sommelier, David Bérubé, for an exclusive wine tasting experience featuring special guest and third generation winemaker, Jon Tomaselli. This educational five-course dinner will showcase balanced blends, beautifully paired with unique seasonal dishes from Chef de Cuisine Michael Denk and Pastry Chef Robert Differ.
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Canapé
Torii Mor, Rosé, Willamette Valley, 2016
Razor Clams
celery, apple, mint
Rabbit and Pork Pâté
pickled mustard seeds, sun-dried tomatoes, mustard frills
Torii Mor, Pinot Blanc, Yamhill-Carlton, 2015
English Pea Tortellini
wild mushrooms, pea tendrils, lardo
Torii Mor, Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley, 2015
Veal Shank
fava beans, leeks, chanterelles, natural jus
Torii Mor, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, 2014
Amarelle Cherry Galette
anise almondine, 72% chocolate, vanilla gelato
Torii Mor, Syrah, Port Style, Rogue Valley 2011
*Ticket price includes gratuity and taxes.
This August, join Bar Boulud‘s Sommelier, David Bérubé, for an exclusive four-course beer dinner showcasing local Woburn craft brewer, Lord Hobo Brewing Co – beer for the discerning drinker. Tempting dishes from Chef de Cuisine Michael Denk and Pastry Chef Robert Differ will be paired appropriately with seasonal beer selections.
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PORK TROTTER CORN DOG
Glorious, New England Style Pale Ale, 6.5 ABV
TARTE FLAMBÉE
confit onion, fromage blanc, bacon
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HEIRLOOM SALAD
heirloom tomato, melon, romaine, charred cucumber, mint yogurt
Boomsauce, Imperial IPA, 8 ABV
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CHICKEN SUPREME
parsley butter, corn succotash, hominy, black trumpet mushrooms
Steal This Can, IPA, 6.5 ABV
Consolation Prize, Double IPA, 9.5 ABV
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ORANGE SORBET “BEER FLOAT”
housemade orange sherbet, vanilla sable cookie, chantilly, candied orange
Hobo Life, Session IPA, 4.5 ABV
*Ticket price includes gratuity and taxes.
Join Sommelier David Bérubé and winemaker Jean Trimbach for an exclusive five-course dining experience
Photo: Trimbach Estate
On Monday, October 23, Bar Boulud and special guest, Jean Trimbach, invite guests to revel in the history of Alsace, a beautiful wine region situated amongst the rolling hills and quaint medieval villages of northeastern France, for an educational five-course dining experience.
Produced across twelve generations, Trimbach’s fine wines are known for their structure, elegance, essence of fruit, and balance. To complement each varietal, Chef De Cuisine Michael Denk and Pastry Chef Robert Differ will showcase a selection of autumn-inspired dishes and regional classics including: Brandade Croquette, succulent fresh cod seasoned with garlic, Scallop and Pumpkin Risotto and savory White Roasted Suckling Pig served with delicious roasted apple, chestnuts, turnips, potato fondant, thyme and a mustard jus.
The five-course Trimbach Wine Dinner will be served as follows:
Brandade Croquette
cod fish, garlic
Pâté Grand Père
foie gras, truffle
Crispy Sweetbreads
persimmon jam, arugula
Trimbach, Pinot Blanc, 2016
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Yellowtail Crudo
Romanesco, cauliflower, pickled raisins, lemon
Trimbach, Riesling, Reserve, 2012
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Scallop and Pumpkin Risotto
scallop, pumpkin seeds, goat cheese
Trimbach, Riesling, Cuvee Frédéric Emile, 2010
Whole Roasted Suckling Pig
roasted apple, chestnuts, turnips, potato fondant, thyme, mustard jus
Trimbach, Pinot Gris, Réserve Personelle, 2013
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Tropique Pavlova
mango mousse, coconut dacquoise, exotique soup
Trimbach, Gewurztraminer, 2014
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COST: $125 for five-course menu with wine pairings
(Ticket price includes tax and gratuity)
Learn to Make an Iconic Seasonal Dessert
Upon arrival, participants will transform into a pastry apprentice as they sip a complimentary glass of prosecco or a rich cup of hot cocoa while preparing to expertly craft this standout, celebratory sweet. Each participant will have a choice of White Chocolate Eggnog or Dark Chocolate Peppermint, they will then be presented with a pre-rolled Bûche de Noël that serves as a confectionary canvas.
Emphasizing festive decorating techniques, this tailored class allows students to focus on all of the fun aspects of holiday baking without the stress of measuring, mixing and manipulating. Each class participant will depart with a recipe for crafting this iconic Christmas-themed dessert at home, along with a freshly baked Bûche de Noël to share with friends and family.
To purchase tickets, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/buche-de-noel-pastry-class-tickets-39664414331
Toast to 2018 with a Five-Course New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at Bar Boulud Boston
An unforgettable evening at Bar Boulud Boston begins promptly at 8:00 p.m., revelers will gather in the lobby of the adjacent Mandarin Oriental, Boston hotel for a welcome reception, complete with celebratory sips and decadent canapés such as: fresh Oysters topped with a Champagne gelée and Citrus Cured Scallops laced with caviar and crème fraîche.
As the night progresses, guests will be seated at 9:00 p.m. in Bar Boulud where they will enjoy a five-course dining experience featuring savory French-inspired dishes including: Rohan Duck Breast, tender Wagyu Beef and Aurora, a delectable dessert comprised of hazelnut milk chocolate cream, raspberry espuma, and moelleux au chocolat crafted by Pastry Chef Robert Differ.
While diners treat their taste buds to an array of spectacular flavors, live jazz music will add to the evening’s ambiance. Enhancing the experience further, guests will also have the option to add an exquisite wine pairing with each course, hand-selected by Sommelier David Bérubé.
Encompassing celebration-worthy ingredients and presented with an artful flair, Bar Boulud’s New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner will be served as follows:
Canapés
Oyster
Champagne gelée
Citrus Cured Scallop
Caviar, crème fraîche
Wagyu Beef
Seared rare, quail egg, sunchoke, arugula, parmesan
Torchetti Pasta
Celeriac, chestnuts, fontina, truffle
Turbot
Crab dauphine, purple potato, Tokyo turnip, bottarga, uni cream
Rohan Duck Breast
Chanterelles, barley, blood orange, albufera sauce
Aurora
Hazelnut milk chocolate cream, raspberry espuma, moelleux au chocolat
New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner includes a complimentary glass of Champagne at midnight. Sommelier selected wine pairings are offered for $125. An evening à la carte dinner menu will be served in the restaurant until 8:00PM. Bar Boulud’s lounge will be serving a limited à la carte menu from 5:30 to 11:00PM.
Enjoy an Exclusive Tasting Experience with Domaine Louis Magnin
Bar Boulud presents the first wine dinner of 2018 featuring Domaine Louis Magnin from Arbin, France. Producing organic and biodynamic wines focused on Mondeuse, Roussette and Bergeron varietals, Louis & Béatrice Magnin serve as regional ambassadors, showcasing the prosperity of the Savoie wine region.
Pouring some of the greatest wines including two spectacular back vintages of Mondeuse, Sommelier David Bérubé is excited to welcome guests for this exclusive tasting experience.
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Reception
Domaine Louis Magnin, Roussette de Savoie, 2012
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Pâté en Croûte of Pheasant
foie gras, pistachio, huckleberry
Domaine Louis Magnin, Vin de Savoie, Chignin Bergeron, 2013
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Seared Atlantic Char
smoked belly, mushroom civet, pearl onions, beurre rouge
Domaine Louis Magnin, Vin de Savoie, La Rouge, 2009
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Spiced Venison Loin
winter root vegetables, quince confit, chestnuts, sauce poivrade
Domaine Louis Magnin, Vin de Savoie, Tout un Monde, 2009
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Tamié Cheese Course
chicory salad, black truffle, toasted hazelnuts
Domaine Louis Magnin, Vin de Savoie, Chignin Bergeron, Vertigo, 2010
Ticket price includes gratuity and taxes.
Enjoy an Exclusive Tasting Experience with Domaine Louis Magnin
Bar Boulud presents the first wine dinner of 2018 featuring Domaine Louis Magnin from Arbin, France. Producing organic and biodynamic wines focused on Mondeuse, Roussette and Bergeron varietals, Louis & Béatrice Magnin serve as regional ambassadors, showcasing the prosperity of the Savoie wine region.
Pouring some of the greatest wines including two spectacular back vintages of Mondeuse, Sommelier David Bérubé is excited to welcome guests for this exclusive tasting experience.
FEATURED MENU
Reception
Domaine Louis Magnin, Roussette de Savoie, 2012
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Pâté en Croûte of Pheasant
foie gras, pistachio, huckleberry
Domaine Louis Magnin, Vin de Savoie, Chignin Bergeron, 2013
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Seared Atlantic Char
smoked belly, mushroom civet, pearl onions, beurre rouge
Domaine Louis Magnin, Vin de Savoie, La Rouge, 2009
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Spiced Venison Loin
winter root vegetables, quince confit, chestnuts, sauce poivrade
Domaine Louis Magnin, Vin de Savoie, Tout un Monde, 2009
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Tamié Cheese Course
chicory salad, black truffle, toasted hazelnuts
Domaine Louis Magnin, Vin de Savoie, Chignin Bergeron, Vertigo, 2010
Ticket price includes gratuity and taxes.
Bar Boulud Welcomes Robert Foley for a Wine Dinner
Bar Boulud proudly welcomes Robert Foley Vineyards from Napa Valley, a small family-owned and operated winery known for their incredibly rich red blends, including his floral and mouth-coating Claret (Foley’s flagship wine), and alternative grape usage such as Charbono, Petite Sirah and White Rhône Blend. Robert Foley is one of the few remaining producers that still cultivates the Charbono Grape, creating an expressive and delicious wine that features: blueberry jam, anise and herbal flavors supported with elevated acidity.
Join Sommelier David Bérubé with special guest, Robert Foley, for this exclusive and educational five-course dining experience.
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Cured Salmon
sugar snap peas, citrus zest, crème fraîche
Robert Foley, Rhône Blend, California, 2016
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Braised Veal & Ricotta Cappelletti
green asparagus, pecorino, veal jus
Robert Foley, Charbono, Napa Valley, 2014
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Lobster & Monkfish Medallions
parsley spaetzel, pancetta, wild mushrooms
Robert Foley, Merlot, Napa Valley, 2013
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Pithivier de Pigeon
puff pastry, foie gras, savoy cabbage
Robert Foley, Claret, Napa Valley, 2013
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Framboise Almond St. Honore
chocolate crémeux, almond craquelin, vanilla bean gelato
Robert Foley, Touriga Nacional, Napa Valley, 2013
Ticket price includes gratuity and taxes.
Take a Lunch Break & Come to Towne Stove & Spirits on Red Sox Opening Day!
Starting at Noon, we will be selling Hot Dogs for $2 until close!
BUT, toss a bean bag from home plate into the center of a corn hole & you can WIN a hot dog!
ALSO: ENTER for a chance to WIN FREE pair of Red Sox Tickets!
For more information please click here.
Ment’or Dinner
For one night only, join us for a special five-course dinner with paired wines hosted by James Beard Award-winning Chefs Daniel Boulud and Barbara Lynch, celebrating the season. Hailing from Boston and with a passion for Italian and French cooking, Barbara is one of the most treasured chefs in the country and will be collaborating on the menu for this intimate evening of food, wine and camaraderie. Additionally, 50% of the proceeds will benefit Ment’or – a nonprofit organization devoted to inspiring culinary and gastronomy excellence in young professionals.
MENU
CANAPÉS
grissini with lardo and lomo
spring pea pomponette with sage and bacon
oyster with sea cress and meyer lemon coulis
lobster tartlet with black truffles
beet meringue with salmon rillettes
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TUNA NIÇOISE
tomato gelée, potatoes, haricots verts, olives, saffron aioli
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PAN ROASTED GRENOUILLE
green garlic mousse, lemon, capers, shallot crème fraîche
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LOTTE ET HOMARD
pancetta wrapped monkfish, lobster, carrots, sauce civet
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AGNEAU AUX MORILLES
lamb loin, morel royale, spring peas, herb jus
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COCOA POD “ITAKUJA”
green cardamom infused dark chocolate, passion fruit, brazilian coffee
*Ticket price includes tax and gratuity.
