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Monday, 20 January 2025 10:33

Aphrodite Dinner for Valentine's Day at Quench!

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News Release: Monday, January 20th, 2025
About: Wine Pairing Dinner for Valentine's Day
 
   "The Aphrodite Dinner at Quench!" in Reynolds Village for Valentine's Day is set for Friday, February 14th with two seatings, 5pm and 7pm. Chef Sam Pairs Wines to Courses on his (barely legal) Menu. The evening is $150 plus tax per person. Parking in Reynolds Village is free, close and easy! And Quench! offers Downtown Asheville Food and Wine in a sophisticated but casual setting.
 
  Aphrodite, ancient Greek goddess of sexual love and beauty, identified with Venus by the Romans. The Greek word aphros means “foam.” Hesiod relates in his Theogony that Aphrodite was born from white foam produced in Heaven. Aphrodite was, in fact, widely worshipped as a goddess of the sea and of seafaring; she was also honored as a goddess of war, especially at Sparta, Thebes and Cyprus. She was, however, known primarily as a goddess of love and fertility and even occasionally presided over marriage. Brittanica: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Aphrodite-Greek-mythology

Chef Sam's menu is based on all the story of Aprodite involves, a culinary expression of this legend of love.
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MENU: https://quenchavl.com/blog/aphrodite-dinner-for-valentines-day-at-quench
* Setting the Mood -Paired with Duval-Leroy Champagne
Artisan Breads, beef tallow butter candle, black Hawaiian sea salt, Frattoria La viola EVOO

* Kama Sutra - paired with Chateau de Fleys Chablis
-Crispy fried oysters with remoulade
-Dates stuffed with mascarpone, candied bacon, pistachio
-Beet cured salmon, lemon dill goat cheese, rye toast

* Leaf by Leaf, Kiss by Kiss-paired with Girland “Patricia” Pinot Noir
Arugula, endive, aged balsamic, forbidden fruits, duck prosciutto, Fior D’Arancio fromage bleu

* Sins of the Flesh-paired with Iron + Sand Cabernet Sauvignon
Filet Mignon, sauce Belle Epoque, potato tartiflette, asparagus, gambas al ajillo

* Happy Ending (Can be served to go if the mood hits)
Chocolate pot de crème with strawberry gelee, chocolate dipped strawberries, strawberry chocolate truffles, strawberry rose dust
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***Seatings for Dinner on Friday, February 14th
5pm Seating:
https://metro-wines.shoplightspeed.com/we-are-offering-
a-5-course-4-wine-dinner-with-wine.html
7pm Seating
https://metro-wines.shoplightspeed.com/quench-valentines-
aphrodite-dinner-and-wi-65677561.html
 
Note: Dinners with Chef Sam at Quench! sell out QUICKLY. Reserve your seat NOW.
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Questions?
Call Kelly Haskin at Quench! (828) 412-3340
 
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"Big Shop Selection. Small Shop Service"
(828) 575-9525
 
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Tuesday, 15 October 2024 10:19

Menu for Mary Taylor LIVE Dinner at Quench!

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Chef Sam slams it home again with an incredible menu
for The Mary Taylor LIVE Dinner @Quench! in Woodfin!
And his signature wine compairson.
 

Remi Larroque “Gaillacoise” Pet Nat-

 

-Oysters and apples

Francois-Xavier Joseph Saumur-

 

-Tuna crudo, coconut curry, yuzu, black salt, citrus caviar

Luc Poullain Touraine rose-

 

-Tomato and watermelon gazpacho, strawberry goat cheese toast, ham chips

Odile Delfon Cahors Malbec-

 

-Duck confit and lentils, radicchio

Comparison Of Portuguese Reds-

 

-Portuguese style short ribs, sausage and potato, Lion’s Mane Mushroom

 

-Chocolate and Cheese

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Wednesday, 31 July 2024 12:24

Materra Dinner at Quench!

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News Release:  Wednesday, July  31st, 2024
About: Quench! Evolved Dinner Series: Materra/Cunat Family Vineyards
 
Join us for our first in series "Quench! Evolved Dinner" with Materra/Cunat Family Vineyards on Thursday, August 29th at 6pm at Quench!, 60 North Merrimon, Suite 105 in Reynolds Village, Woodfin. Dishes will be prepared by Quench! award winning, in-house Chef Sam Etheridge to perfectly pair with Materra Wines. 
 
The evening starts with Materra Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc and continues with a course presenting a side by side comparison of Materra Left and Right Bank Bordeaux Blends, and concluding with John's "2023 Wine of the Year," Materra Midnight!
 
There will be 20 seats only for this intimate dinner with Brian Noshay, National Sales Manager for Materra, Gwen Bell of Three Keys Distribution and Chef Sam! The evening is $85 (plus tax) and parking is free, close and easy.
 
Reserve your seats NOW by calling (828) 575-9525
 
About Materra Wines:
From his days, owner Brian Cunat, worked on a Midwest farm, developing an interest and respect for agriculture and farming that became his life’s passion. In 2007, Brian and his brother John purchased a 50-acre property in the Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley as an investment. Brian decided to blend his passion with an expert team of vineyard managers and winemakers.  In 2014 they completed construction of a state-of-the-art winery capable of producing 150,000 gallons and a beautiful tasting room. Each Materra wine is a perfect expression of the land, the grapes, the passion the Cunat family has invested in each bottle and the unyielding quality delivered consistently by the growing conditions and terroir of the Napa Valley. 
 
About Chelsea Barrett, Director of Winemaking
Chelsea Barrett grew up in Calistoga and began working in vineyards and wineries from a young age. She attended UC Davis and graduated in 2010 with a degree in Viticulture and Enology. After college, Chelsea interned at Mayer am Pfarplaz in Austria, Two Hands in Barossa Valley, then returned home to Napa Valley, spending a harvest at Opus One. She then worked at Joel Gott Wines for seven years with projects all over California, as well as Oregon and Washington. During this time, She also began collaboration with her mother Heidi Barrett making wines for Amuse Bouche and Aviatrix. Chelsea joined the Materra team as Winemaker in 2019. She lives in Calistoga with her husband, three daughters, and a husky-german shepherd mix. 
 
Quench website still in progress but you can join in progress at QuenchAVL.com
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Contact for MetroWines: Gina Trippi
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"Big Shop Selection. Small Shop Service"
(828) 575-9525
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Saturday, 15 June 2024 15:04

Updated Menu For Midsummer Dinner at Blackbird

 
Monday, June 24th at 6:30pm
$125 (non-inclusive of tax and gratuity)
The evening begins with at 6:30pm with a Bubbly Welcome Pour and will then continue with 6 courses, dessert, and curated wine pairings.

Preliminary Menu ** menu subject to change based on seasonal vagaries and availability
​**Bubbly Welcome Pour
Course 1: Green Tomato Gazpacho - By.Ott Rose, Provence
Course 2: Peach & Goat Cheese Bruschetta, Pansy - Van Ardi Kangun, Armenia
Course 3: Scallop Au Gratin, Red Pepper Coulis, Pickled Mustard Seed - Massican Gemina, St Helena
Palate Cleanser: Lemon Basil Sorbet 
Course 4: Beet Cured Salmon, New Potatoes, Beurre Blanc - Neyers Sage Canyon Red, Napa
Course 5: Lamb Crepinette and accompaniments - Tenuta Polvaro Nero, Veneto
Course 6: Steak & Watermelon, Pine Nuts - Miguel Torres Old Vine Carignan, Maule/Chile
Course 7: Strawberry Shortcake, Honey & Nut Crumble - Cuvee Francoise Cremant de Limoux Brut Rose, Languedoc-Roussillon
 
 
**please advise at time of reservation in regards to allergies or dietary restrictions
 
ALL RESERVATIONS THROUGH OPEN TABLE LINK:
 
https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=54910&restref=54910&experienceId=311122&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared
 
Wines will be available to order and available the same week through Metro Wines. Any questions please  emailThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.midsummer2
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