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

Our grand rosé celebration is back by popular demand! Kick off summer with a night of rosé and oysters in La Piazza—the heart of Eataly Boston!

Typically served chilled, rosé is the ideal wine for a sizzling summer day. This versatile vino has the refreshing quality of white wine and the body and structure of red wine, making it a perfect complement to a wide variety of dishes.

As you stroll through our jovial square, stop and taste over 15 types of refreshing rosé and learn about each one’s unique characteristics. And if you crave bites to pair with your blush-colored vino, we’ve got you covered! Indulge in bivalves by Island Creek Oysters or enjoy our chef’s optional menu with seasonal plates from L’Orto, our newest pop-up restaurant in La Piazza.

Tickets to our rosé celebration include:

• Full access to over 15 varieties of Italian rosé
• A complimentary oyster from Island Creek
• Option to indulge in bites from our new pop-up restaurant, L’orto

Gather your friends and summer flings to indulge in this special rosé-filled summer evening at Eataly!

For more information, please click here.

Fleming’s Boston Celebrates New Zealand and California Sauvignon Blanc

Join Fleming’s Boston for a special wine dinner featuring four extraordinary wines from New Zealand & California. This one-night-only event includes a perfectly prepared five course menu, expertly curated by Chef Partner Poi Ali. Tables are limited, so please reserve yours today.

First Course
Popcorn Crab
meyer lemon drizzle, stone fruit compote, pickled radish red onion
VILLA MARIA, Spring Fruit Sangria Marlborough New Zealand, 2015

Second Course
Seared Scallops
frisée, bacon, roasted tomato, lemon-chili vinaigrette
KIM CRAWFORD, Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough New Zealand, 2015

Third Course
Seared Chilean Sea Bass
valencia orange beurre blanc, served aside a butter lettuce bouquet
FROG’S LEAP WINERY, Sauvignon Blanc Rutherford California, 2015

Fourth Course
Iron-Crusted Tenderloin of Beef
duchess potatoes, maître d’hôtel butter
WHITEHAVEN, Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough New Zealand, 2015

Dessert
Passion Fruit Crème Brûlée
topped with fresh berries and chantilly cream
Coffee or Tea

Please call 617-292-0808 to reserve today!

Visit Fleming’s Boston at 217 Stuart Street or by clicking here.

SERV is excited to announce their next seminar in a series of speaker and networking events for private events managers

Join them on June 27th at Tuscan Kitchen for breakfast and a discussion. The focus of this panel will be on social media; how restaurants can promote event spaces through their social media channels and working with influencers.

PANEL SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

• Kimberley Ring-Founder, Ring Communications
• Hannah Huke-Director of Marketing, the Briar Group
• Emily Hagen-Content Manager, Eastern Standard, Row 34, Island Creek Oyster Bar, The Hawthorne, Les Sablons, Branch Line
• Tenzin Samdo-Beverage Director & Partner- Artscience Culture Lab & Café and
  Founder: @bostonmixdrink
• Tiffany Lopinsky-Food Blogger and Founder: @bostonfoodies

SCHEDULE:

8:45am – 9:30am – breakfast and networking

9:30am – 10:30am – panelist discussion

10:30am – 11:00am – Q+A

This event is open to the public and seating will be limited. Please purchase tickets as soon as possible.

SERV (Society for Event Planners: Restaurant Venues) is anorganization of private event managers who provide support and education to industry professionals. The quarterly speaker series includes a panel and networking opportunities over light breakfast. The panel discussions span a wide variety of topics from business and professional development to event technology, vendor relations and marketing, all pertaining to the private events industry with a focus on restaurant venues.Currently, SERV chapters exist in Boston and New York.

Lisa Flores, Founder & President

Kelly Fay, Vice President of Programs

Maura Lacy, Vice President of Communications

Kerry Lynch, Vice President of Membership

Courtney McCabe, Treasurer

Joseph Bittner, Vice President of New Membership

Nicole Lazcano, Vice President of Sponsorship

#SERVboston

www.servsociety.com

Join Solas on Boylston Street for the first dinner of their Whiskey Wednesday series!

Enjoy an evening of dinner, drinks and laughs, while learning about the whiskey we all love, Irish Whiskey! Boston’s finest Irish Whiskey Ambassador, Cathal O’Connor, will share his expansive knowledge; while Solas Sous Chef, Alex Galvis, will speak on the inspiration behind her delicious three course meal. Slainte!

Cocktail (Half) Hour:
Featuring Kilbeggan Single Grain

First Course:
Irish Soda Bread Crostini – local bleu cheese, apricot mostrada, sorrel
Paired with Kilbeggan Single Grain

Second Course:
Coffee Rubbed Rack of Lamb – barley risotto, cirtus bok choy, fig butter
Paired with Tyrconnell Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Third Course:
Cinnamon Apple Tart – vanilla bean ice cream, caramel
Paired with Tyrconnell 10yr Sherry Finish

PLUS, a Connemara Peated Single Malt Irish Whiskey toast to end the night

Lookout for details on part two of their series January 30, where they will sample whiskeys from all around the world!

Join Solas on Boylston Street for the second dinner of their Whiskey Wednesday series!

Why travel around the world to try new whiskeys when we have them all right here at Solas? Come join Solas for an evening of dinner, drinks & laughs! Beam Suntory’s Maggie Sinclair will share her expansive whiskey knowledge; while Solas Sous Chef, Alex Galvis, will speak on the inspiration behind her delicious three course meal. Slainte!

Cocktail (Half) Hour:
Featuring Canadian Club (Canada)

First Course:
Cucumber and Blood Orange Panzanell – pumpernickel crouton, thyme honey
Paired with Toki Japanese Whiskey (Japan)

Second Course:
Smoked Pork Shoulder – farro & stone fruit salad, shaved brussel sprouts
Paired with Basil Hayden’s Dark Rye (USA)

Third Course:
Pear Banoffee Pie – graham cracker, dulce de leche
Paired with Tyrconnell 10yr Sherry Finish (Ireland)

PLUS, a Japenese Gin Roku toast to end the night!

Lookout for details on part three of their series February 6, where they will sample luxury scotch!

Join SERV Boston for their next quarterly educational seminar, in a series of speaker and networking events for private event managers.

This event will begin with breakfast followed by a panel discussion focusing on the topic Boss Lady: Influence, Innovate, and Inspire…Fearlessly. Then our panelists will share their experiences on “how they got here,” through their hardships, determination, leadership, and passion.

The venue and breakfast are graciously being donated by Mistral.

PANEL SPEAKERS:

Tzurit Or, Founder, Tatte Bakery & Café
Chef Lydia Shire, Chef & Co-Owner, Scampo
Marlo Fogelman, Principal, Marlo Marketing

MODERATOR:

Leigh Harrington, Managing Editor, Exhale Lifestyle

SCHEDULE:

8:45am – 9:30am – breakfast and networking
9:30am – 10:30am – panelist discussion
10:30am – 11:00am – Q+A

SERV (Society for Event Planners: Restaurant Venues) is an organization of private event managers who provide support and education to industry professionals. The quarterly speaker series includes a panel and networking opportunities over light breakfast. The panel discussions span a wide variety of topics from business and professional development to event technology, vendor relations and marketing, all pertaining to the private events industry with a focus on restaurant venues. Currently, SERV chapters exist in Boston and New York.

Lisa Flores, Founder & President
Kelly Fay, Vice President of Programs
Maura Lacy, Vice President of Communications
Kerry Lynch, Vice President of Membership
Courtney McCabe, Treasurer
Nicole Lazcano, Vice President of Sponsorship

#SERVboston

www.servsociety.com

Kick off your Valentine’s celebrations early with chocolate and wine!

Enjoy a glass of bubbles or a cafe beverage while Rochambeau’s  Executive Pastry Chef Michele Fadden and her team lead you through a truffle making class!  Use the toppings bar to create six unique truffles and take them home in a heart shaped box for your sweetheart — or for yourself!

For more on Rochambeau, please click here.

Take your #WineWednesdays to the next level with Rochambeau

Indulge in a different monthly specialty four course tasting menu crafted by Executive Chef Nick Calias and Chef de Cuisine Matt Gaudet, accompanied by selected wine pairings.

The dinner will be led by Rochambeau’s Wine Director, William Moriarty.

Stay tuned for the full menu – follow Rochambeau on Instagram @rochambeaubos!