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
Wine Tasting at OAK Long Bar + Kitchen
On Wednesday, March 14, from 5:30 to 7:30pm, join OAK Long Bar + Kitchen for a fine wine tasting to discover new domestic varietals that could be your new go-to Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon. Taste different wines from Truchard Syrah, Mumm Brut Rose, Dr. Konstantin Frank Semi Dry Reisling, and Paul Hobbs Crossbarn Pinot Noir while indulging your palate with fresh local oysters, charcuterie & cheese, and other delectable passed hors d’oeuvres.
The event will be held in OAK’s intimate Red Room Lounge. Guests will be invited to vote for their favorite wine once they’ve tasted them all to see which varietal reigns supreme. Raffle winner will be announced at end of the event for a grand prize!
An Interactive Bourbon Experience at OAK
Join us on Tuesday, March 20, from 5:30 – 8:00pm, for an interactive bourbon experience hosted by Kentucky-based Angel’s Envy. You’ll hear about the history behind the classic Old Fashioned cocktail while enjoying small bites like oysters, charcuterie plates and more, and then learn how to make the drink yourself straight from the experts (supplies included). A team of judges from Angel’s Envy and OAK Long Bar + Kitchen’s award-winning bar staff will taste everyone’s cocktail and select three winners to receive a variety of prizes. All attendees will leave with a gift set that includes all the fixings to make an Old Fashioned at home.
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.
FEATURED MENU
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.
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.
Don’t miss your chance to try wines from one of the world’s most iconic estates, Bodega Vega Sicilia.
Bodega Vega Sicilia, one of the most mythical wineries in the world, was founded in 1864 in the Ribera del Duero region in Spain. Since then it has become an iconic estate cherished by critics and sought after collectors worldwide. Since 1982 it belongs to the Alvarez family, who has extended the portfolio to include other unique estates: Alion in Ribera del Duero, Pintia in Toro, Oremus in Tokaji (Hungary), and the most recent project – Macan, a joint venture with Benjamin de Rothschild in Rioja. Two Hungarian wines will be showcased at dinner, along with 3 different vintages from their Spanish properties including the iconic and terroir driven Valbuena.
Join Sommelier David Bérubé with special guest Diana Kelley, Tempos Vega Sicilia Regional Manager for the Americas, for this memorable four-course Spanish wine dinner.
FEATURED MENU
Traditional Pintxos
Oremus Mandolas, Dry Furmint, Tokaji, 201
Bacalao
pipérade, corn galette, sweet garlic olive broth
Vega Sicila, Valbuena, Ribera del Duero, 2011
Roasted Lamb Saddle
spring peas, potatoes bravas, romesco
Vega Sicila, Macan, Rioja, 2013
Vega Sicilia, Pintia, Toro, 201
Chamomile Financier
honey crémeux, peach sorbet, mint
Oremus, 3 Puttonyos, Tokaji, 2011
Ticket price includes gratuity and taxes.
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Celebrate Earth Day at OAK Long Bar + Kitchen
OAK Long Bar + Kitchen is celebrating Earth Day on Sunday, April 22 by turning off its lights from 5 p.m. through closing to conserve energy. More than a hundred candles will be placed throughout the dining room to illuminate the space for an unforgettable “Earth, Wine & Fire” candlelit dinner experience in one of Boston’s most beautiful restaurants.
A special à la carte menu by Executive Chef Graham Lockwood will feature sustainably sourced courses and replace the regular dinner menu for the evening. Each dish will highlight ingredients from New England farms and purveyors (see select farms noted below), and the menu’s wine pairings will spotlight New York State and Oregon wines that are produced and grown with sustainable and biodynamic farming practices. A three-course wine pairing will be offered for $30, or these wines can be ordered by the glass for $13-$18 depending on the selection. Those dining between 5-7 p.m.will receive a complimentary taste of rosé upon arrival. The regular bar menu will also be available.
Sunday’s customers will be some of the first to enjoy OAK as a non-plastic straw establishment. The restaurant is permanently ditching plastic straws starting this Friday, April 20. OAK has already been mindful to create cocktails that don’t require a straw, but for those that do and all other straw requests, Hay! Straws will be used moving forward, which are made from natural wheat stems and are 100% biodegradable. The special “Earth, Wine & Fire” dinner menu will be printed on plantable seed paper, and no single-use item (like cocktail napkins) will be offered to tables.
MENU
APPETIZER
Pea & Carrot, pea and ricotta dumplings, charcoal roasted carrots and pistachio – $14
Soter “Planet Oregon” Chardonnay
* Carrots sourced from Ripley Farm, Dover-Foxcroft, ME
South Bay Blondes, egg yolk jam, pickled daikon, radish greens – $18
Brooklyn Oenology “Social Club White”
* Oysters sourced from Onset, Cape Cod, MA
Pate en Croute, pickled vegetables, cranberry gastrique – $15
Forge “Classique” Riesling
* Pork sourced from Alderbrook Farm, South Dartmouth, MA
ENTRÉE
Pan Roasted Monkfish, local bacon, Russian banana potatoes, pickled ramps – $29
Brooklyn Oenology “Broken Land”
* Monkfish sourced from Georges Bank off the coast of MA
* Potatoes sourced from Green Sunshine Farm, Hodgdon, ME
Braised Short Rib, cassoulet, haikuri turnips, radish – $32
Brooklyn Oenology Merlot
* Beef sourced from Pineland Farms, New Gloucester, ME
Chicken Ballotine, wheat berries, spring dug parsnip, cipollini jus – $28
Forge “Classique” Pinot Noir
* Parsnips sourced from Fish Boot Farms, Bowdoinham, ME
* Wheat berries sourced from Maine Grains, Skowhegan, ME
DESSERT
Crème Brûlée, duck eggs, maple sugar, almond – $10
Pacific Rim Riesling Vin De Glaciere
* Maple sourced from Highland Sugarworks, Barre, VT
* Cream sourced from Maple Line Dairy, Hadley, MA
Reservations are encouraged for this “lit” dinner and can be made here or by calling 617-585-7222.
The Bristol Restaurant & Bar makes Hump Day the best day of the week with their Burgers & Burgundy. Every Wednesday night, burger lovers can enjoy the object of their gastronomic desire paired with tastings of two Burgundian-style wines. It’s a tasty little opportunity to try something new as the paired wines, chosen by the in-house wine director, will be from bottles that aren’t regularly available by the glass. Burgers & Burgundy costs $35 per person not including tax or gratuity – the burger itself is on the menu (augmented, as it is, with Vermont cheddar, house-made pickles and truffle fries) for twenty bucks so it’s not a bad deal. Call The Bristol at 617.351.2053 for more information.
Fourth Annual Kentucky Derby Party at OAK Long Bar + Kitchen
On Saturday, May 5, giddyup to OAK Long Bar + Kitchen for its fourth annual Kentucky Derby Party! Mint Juleps will be flowing all afternoon, along with many Derby-inspired special cocktails. Purchase of a specialty cocktail gets you a raffle ticket with a randomly selected horse’s number – after the race winning tickets can be redeemed for a Maker’s Mark prize. The regular food menu will be available plus two southern-inspired specials: Hush Puppies and Hot Fried Chicken Sliders.
Derby attire is highly encouraged. Break out your finest seersucker, sundresses, bowties and hats – prizes will be awarded to “Best Dressed” and “Best Hat.” A big screen TV will be in the dining room for guests to catch all the action.
New this year: Saddle up at the best seats in the house! For $750, reserve a High-Top table with standing room for 12 people at 4:00pm in the heart of the restaurant. Table will include a round of Mint Juleps, two bottles of G.H. Mumm Courdon Rouge (the Official Champagne of the Kentucky Derby) and plenty of bar snacks. Only two High-Tops available, will book fast. Call 617-267-5222 to reserve.
No tickets required. Join the party starting at 4:00pm; the post time is 6:34pm and race time is 6:46pm. For reservations, please call 617-267-5222 or book via OpenTable.
DRINK SPECIALS
Mint Julep – 15
Maker’s Mark Bourbon, mint, lemon, crushed ice
Triple Crown – 15
peach infused Maker’s 46 old-fashioned
Winner’s Circle – 18
G.H. Mumm Brut Cordon Rouge, raspberries, lemon, titos vodka
Talk Derby To Me – 15
house rum blend, fresh juices, crushed ice
Horsing Around – 15
Sipsmith Gin, cucumber, jalapeno, agave, lemon
Frozen Margarita (because, Cinco De Mayo!) – 15
house margarita mix
MENU SPECIALS
Hush Puppies – 9
with remoulade
Hot Fried Chicken Sliders – 12
dukes, lettuce, cheddar, bread and butter pickles
Bar Boulud Presents a Special Rose Wine Dinner in Celebration of Bastille Day
Photo: Bar Boulud
In honor of Bastille Day, Bar Boulud celebrates with a special four-course wine dinner, featuring traditional Provençal cuisine along with all things rosé from Château d’Esclans.
Located fifteen miles northwest of the Mediterranean coast, in the sun-drenched landscape of Provence, Château d’Esclans is renowned for their mature Grenache vines, which produce grapes that offer a greater concentration of flavor, creating the palate-grabbing collection of rosé, for which the château is known.
On July 14, 2018, join Sommelier David Bérubé and special guest Alex Diard, Wine Ambassador for Château d’Esclans, who will pour pink and educate guests on some of the “finest rosé you will ever find,” according to Jonathan Ray, Drinks Editor of The Spectactor.
FEATURED MENU
Assortment of Canapés
Whispering Angel, 2017
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Cured Trout
roasted squash, pine nuts, lettuce cream
Rock Angel, 2017
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Bouillabaisse
smoked tomato broth, Day-Boat cod, local shellfish
Les Clans, 2016
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Chicken Ballotine
caramelized figs, celery root, baby fennel
Garrus, 2016
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Blueberry and Violet Panna Cotta
coconut biscuit, white chocolate, mascarpone meringue
Ticket price includes gratuity and tax.
