Archive for the ‘dining’ Category
Posted by chaska on February 2, 2010
Alright, I know I get excited about most of the dinner we here at BVS put together, but this one has a special place in my heart. Not only are we collaborating once again with the mad, creative genius of Stephen Dennison, but the location is one of my top 10 dream sites in Louisville to host a dinner. You truly won’t want to miss this one! And remember, if you’re not a member, you are able to attend one Supper Speakeasy. Once you’ve attended one, you need to become a member to attend future events.
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE DINNER
WHEN: Thursday, March 11, 5:00p*
WHERE: As always, only revealed to those who RSVP
CHEF: Stephen Dennison, of the Before and After Dinner at the Planetarium as well as the amazing French Speakeasy with Maker’s Mark
COST: $75 per person or $125 for 2 people (use code: BVS125 when paying online)
RSVP: Please call 502.287.2772 or RSVP using the button below. To avoid service charges, please call.
WHAT: All courses will offer guests a choice for their actual dish. This is an adventure in dining where not all guests will received the same meal for each course – but you DO have control over which dish you select.
Life is an adventure, the grand painting produced over time and as personal as one’s fingerprint. Whether explored across the globe or in one’s own backyard the glory of the experience should be savored, as a great meal. We will be offering a five-course meal with appertif and digestif cocktails and paired with wines. As in life, the journey is finest when shared with companions, new and old. Please join us for this next adventure in our shared culinary experience.
While the location can not yet be revealed, it is a long standing cultural and educational center for our fair city. From a dinner that surprises at every turn to the location of the event, this is one dinner you truly won’t want to miss!
1st special guest of honor announced: Specialist Troy Yocum of “Hike for our Heroes.” When Troy Yocum came home from Iraq, he had just one thing on his mind: hike 7000 miles across America while drumming to raise $5 million for Military Families. During our economic hard times one United States soldier is rallying Americans to help veterans. Starting during Thunder Over Louisville on April 17th, 2010, Iraq war veteran Troy will hike day after day for 16 months to spread the word that help is needed. With a great team backing him, he plans on drumming up support in more ways than one.
*NOTE, the timing is a little earlier on this one to provide for all the fun activities we have in store for your evening. Special guests of honor, a unique entertainment experience and a dinner like none other you have seen.
MENU:
All dishes served with wine tastings.
Asiana: ‘Dim Sum’ Seafood
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, Teriyaki Wash OR
Shrimp-Wrapped Bacon Teriyaki
w/ Tariquet Classic Ugni Blanc/Colombard
Italia: ‘Pasta’ Vegetable
Fresh Mozzarella Ravioli Tomato Sauce OR
Fresh Pappardelle Gardinia
w/ Di Majo Norante Sangiovese
Franconia: ‘Soup’ Terrine
Lobster Bisque with Asparagus/ Red Pepper OR
Asparagus/ R Pepper Bisque w/Lobster
w/Miracle One Chardonnay
Germania: ‘Meat’ Beef
Potato and Cheddar Rouladen OR
Cheddar Schpaetzle w/ Tournedos
w/Miracle One Pinot Noir
Americana: ‘Sweets’ Dessert
Lemon Roll-up (Vanilla Sponge Cake) Strawberry Sauce OR
Strawberry Roll-up (Choc Sponge) Lemon Sauce
w/Jonesy Port
Posted in Events, Members, Supper Speakeasy, dining | Tagged: Dinner, Events, food, Louisville, Underground Dining, wine | 1 Comment »
Posted by chaska on January 26, 2010
Our first Wine & Wisdom of the year finds us visiting and enjoying the delightful new Spanish restaurant, La Catalana. If you haven’t discovered this little gem yet (next door to Havana Rumba) you really should consider joining us for an evening of food, fun and flamenco.
The purpose of the Wine & Wisdom is to elevate the traditional wine dinner to the next level and create a full cultural and/or educational experience where the food and drink are more of an enhancement versus the focus of the overall event.
WHEN: Friday, February 12 6:30pm
WHERE: La Catalana Restaurant, next door to Havana Rumba
COST: $35 + tip for BVS members, $45 + tip for non-members*
*if you join that evening, the $10 event fee will be applied toward your membership fee
Call 502.287.2772 or email for RSVP You may also purchase through the button below which will include a small service charge. BVS members should contact me directly.
Our evening starts with a conversation with Domino, the owner of La Catalana and will cover the dining traditions of northern Spain. At 7:00, we’ll take over the front of the restaurant for a VIP view of Flamenco Louisville’s performance all while enjoying a delicious dinner of tapas, paella, sangria and more. If you speak Spanish, or have been wanting to practice, this is the evening for you as most of our delightful hosts are all native speakers!
MENU
Tapas:
Huevos rellenos (stuffed eggs with tuna)
Tortilla de Patatas (Potato tortilla/omlette)
Mejillones Tigres (Tiger Mussels)
Berejena a la Parmesana (eggplant parmesan – some of the best I’ve ever had and I’m not a huge eggplant lover!)
Main Course:
Traditional Paella
Black Rice with seafood
Dessert:
Peras al Vino (Pears in Wine)
Pitchers of Sangria and non alcoholic drinks included
Additional wines and cocktails available with special pricing for our event
Posted in Events, Wine & Wisdom, dining | Tagged: dining, Events, Flamenco, food, Louisville, Spanish, wine | Leave a Comment »
Posted by chaska on November 7, 2009
Another favorite is back in full force! This time, we’re giving you a preview of our fabulous mobile wine tastings that have been created by Tom Johnson of Louisville Juice. Join us Monday, November 16, 7pm at L & N Wine Bar and Bistro to enjoy a wine tasting with a twist! Learn about wine through the eyes of a beloved holiday classic and delicious dishes by Chef Rick Adams.
MEMBERS: $35 + gratuity (call for promo code if you purchase online)
GENERAL PUBLIC: $55 + gratuity.
Call 502.287.2772 or email for RSVP You may also purchase through the button below which will include a small service charge. BVS members should contact me directly.
Seating is limited to 24 for this event
1st course
Three – 1 oz. servings of today’s artisanal cheese selection. Traditional accompaniments.
Served with the Grecco di Tufo & Furst Riesling.
2nd course
Seared Sweetbreads, Capriole Farms goat cheese grits, Benton Farms bacon & whole grain mustard veal reduction, micro greens.
Served with the Protocolo Tempranillo.
3rd course
Duncan Farms Rabbit, swiss chard, celery root puree, bourbon pepper rabbit stock reduction.
Served with Plungerhead Zinfandel & Chono Cabernet
4th course
Classic Crème Brulee
Served with the Ivy Blondia Moscato
Posted in Charity, Events, Wine & Wisdom, dining | Tagged: dining, Events, food, Louisville, Restaurants, wine | 1 Comment »
Posted by chaska on November 7, 2009
Join us on Sunday, December 6, for a traditional Victorian feast with a menu that will delight and surprise, created by Chef Michael Hargrove, sous chef at the Jefferson Club currently and past executive chef at Primo. We will dine on historical goodies (menu is currently being finalized), including roast goose and Christmas Pudding, all while enjoying the beauty of a historical home from the period, a bit of wassail and the lovely singing of local carolers.
Non-Members: If you have not attended a Supper Speakeasy before, you may attend one before becoming a member.
Cost, as always, is $75 per person. Please call 502.287.2772 to reserve your space or click below to pay securely online. You will save $4 per ticket in service charges by calling.
MENU
Cocktails
Fresh Eggnog
Hot Cider
Wassail
Hors d’oeuvres
Sweet and savory scones with clotted cream and young butter
Candied, spiced and roasted nuts
Charcuterie
Main Course
Roasted goose – Cranberry mustard and Bird gravy
Accompaniments
Mince meat pie
Baked acorn squash
Onion and chestnut dressing
Mashed potatoes
Glazed carrots
Roasted pearl onions with bay and clove
Braised Greens
Dessert
Buche De Noel
…and a few surprises
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Posted by chaska on November 5, 2009
In addition to our holiday themed tasting, we have also added other versatile festive options! Whether you just want to add on to an already fabulous fete or you’re looking for us to BE the entertainment, check out what we have in mind for you:
Three mobile wine tastings (all include 5-6 wines):
- It’s a Wonderful Wine
- New Wines for the New Year (wines you’ve probably haven’t heard of but should have)
- The Best of Bubbly
Mobile Mixology. Let Stephen Dennison come out and either teach you how to prepare the perfect cocktail or entertain you with his stories and vivid imagination as he pleases your thirsty palate. Options include:
- The Classic Cocktails
- Culinary Cocktails (featuring cocktails created for Anthony Bourdain and the Idea Festival)
- Before & After Cocktails w/ Light bites featuring Miracle Fruit – originally created for the Before and After Speakeasy in June of 2009
Pricing starts at $20 per person, but may be altered to include heavy hors d’doeuvres or a full dinner. Most tastings are recommended for up to 40 people, but can be arranged for larger groups with some adjustments.
Call 502.287.2772 or email for details or to book your party!
Posted in Announcements, Events, Info, Unusual, dining | Tagged: Events, tastings, Trends, wine | Leave a Comment »
Posted by chaska on October 20, 2009
Holiday Parties are around the corner, do you have plans yet? BVS has joined with Tom Johnson of the Louisville Juice Wine Blog to offer an entertaining wine tasting for the holidays, “It’s a Wonderful Wine” will delight the masses with its special twist on wines and one of our favorite Holiday Classics. Starting at $20 per person, this is an option not to be missed.
Let us take you through the personality of wine as seen through the characters of this Jimmy Stewart classic. BVS Members will have the pleasure of a special tasting just for them (date and location to be determined), but this tasting is also available for your holiday party. Already have your party planned? No worries, this is the perfect tasting to add onto your party for a little fun and frivolity. Nothing planned yet? We can do just the wine tasting or add heavy hors d’oeuvres for just $35 per person. And the best part, we come to you!
Learn about other mobile party options here.
Call or email to book your party today. 502.287.2772
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Posted by chaska on October 4, 2009
So far our members come together for one reason – a shared experience over food and a unique setting. Members are married, single, wives who come with their friends when their husbands are out of town, 25-75, business people looking to entertain clients or employees in a memorable manner. If you like food, meeting new folks and having a great time unlike anywhere else that you can experience, then you’ve come to the right place.
In response to what some of our current members have asked, we’re creating a bit of a more structured schedule.
Already happening:
2nd Sunday Serenades at Le Gallo Rosso – great musicians in an intimate environment every 2nd Sunday afternoon
Guerrilla Networking at Le Gallo Rosso – meet unique professionals from around the area. Currently we’re meeting on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, but will soon move to a second lunch on the last Friday of the month and will rotate this location to different area neighborhoods.
Supper Speakeasys – OK, so these aren’t on a regular schedule, but they are monthly. We often try to keep these to a Sunday, Monday or Thursday night, but it really all depends on the hosting chef and location. Ah, isn’t that part of the fun?
Starting Soon:
2nd Wednesdays at Park Place @ Slugger Field – We’ll rotate two of our popular events, the Nibble & Sip ‘Locavore’ Happy Hour and our Wine & Wisdoms at this beautiful and private location. Often we’ll enjoy the talents of owner Anoosh Shariat, and from time to time we’ll invite in a guest chef as well. Look for an announcement to our kick-off on November 11.
Wine & Cooking Classes – Look for these to start in the new year, 2010. Exact locations are pending, but classes will be available as a package or on a drop in basis. We will be partnering with 4 Flights Wine Boutique for the wine classes… so, stay tuned for details. Are you on our newsletter yet? You should be.
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Posted by chaska on October 4, 2009
OLD WORLD MEETS NEW WORLD – THE KING LOUIS DINNER
The classics of Kentucky’s history joined together for a night of Maker’s Mark bourbon and French provincial cuisine
WHERE: As always, disclosed upon reservation
WHEN: Tuesday, October 13 6:30pm
COST: $75 – 40 spaces available – price includes 7 course dinner, drinks, entertainment, tax and gratuity
DRESS: Please wear black and/or red
RSVP: Please call 502-287-2772 to save on booking fees or click on the button below to order securely online
BVS is pleased to work with Stephen Dennison, most recently of Z’s Fusion, for another unique and exciting dinner. This time, Stephen has created an amazing, 7 course, old world French provincial dinner each of which will be accompanied by a different Maker’s Mark cocktail showcasing the versatile and elegant pairing of bourbon and food. The evening will start with a Manhattan Bar offering 4-5 different twists on the classic cocktail while mingling and getting to know the rest of the guests. We’ll sit down to a plated dinner at 7:30 and delight in the combination of food and drink that Stephen will be presenting for the evening. A portion of the proceeds for the evening will benefit the Community Farm Alliance, a non-profit membership organization that assists family farms and urban communities with a locally integrated food economy.
MENU:
Maker’s Mark Manhattan Bar Selection of Manhattan Variations
Country Pate’ Rillet Duckfat Bound with Various Accompaniments
Pomegranate Whiskey Sours
Lemon Poached Salmon, Zahtar/Dilled Potato Salad, Wilted Basil
Bacon-Larded Bison Tenderloin, Spice Rub Roasted Fingerlings, Makers-Glazed Carrots
Palate Cleanser of Maker’s Mark Macerated Ginger
Ginger-Infused Maker’s Mark, Forced Carbonation
Market-Chosen Triple Cream Cheese Plate
Duck Confit Forcemeat Stuffed Medjool Dates, Crispy Country Ham, etc.
Hearts and Roots Chopped Salad Served with a spoon…
Snickers Bar-Infused Maker’s Mark Cordial
Posted in Events, Supper Speakeasy, dining | Tagged: Bourbon, Culinary, Dinner, Events, food, Louisville, underground dinner, wine | 2 Comments »
Posted by chaska on September 7, 2009
If you were anything like me, you may not have been very good at science until it was hands on. I loved lab and I always learned so much more that way. Well, we’ve brought all the fun of chem lab without any of the chance of blowing anything up directly to you – and what better subject than wine making? Greg Karsner of Horseshoe Bend Winery joins BVS in a hands on approach to learning all about the art of wine. We’ll taste barrel samples and even get to play around with some citric acid and sugar to better understand how pH and brix can affect the flavor and deliciousness of your wine.
Stay tuned for the exact details, but this interactive dinner will take place on Monday, September 28. Menu and location details to follow.
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Posted by chaska on September 6, 2009
art by kent whitaker
Enjoy a delicious farm fresh meal all in the beauty of a field of veggies and herbs
WHEN: Thursday, September 17, 2009 6:30pm
WHERE: Louisville
SPOTS: 20 spots available
COST: $75 per person all inclusive (five courses, wine, welcome cocktail, entertainment, tax and gratuity)
RSVP: 502-287.2772 to save on transaction fees or use the button below to securely purchase online
Join us as we dine and delight on5 farm fresh dishes, all prepared by Chef Timothy Tucker (as seen here in USA Today recently) and his band of chefs in training from the Salvation Army Culinary Training Program. We will enjoy several wines as well as fresh non-alcoholic beverages that enhance the overall experience. We’ll enjoy a cocktail hour starting at 6:30 with live music performed by one of Louisville’s best bluegrass bands, Relic, then move into a delightful dinner at 7:30. As always, our BVS members will enjoy a special treat.
Menu:
IVOR’S FRESH VEGETABLE TOWER WITH BASIL OIL
oven roasted tomatoes, capriole goat cheese, caramelized onions, herbed baked eggplant
LOCAL PRAWN TACO’S WITH YELLOW TOMATO SALSA AND JICAMA SALAD
local prawns, kenny’s white cheddar, rainbow swiss chard)
KENTUCKY RABBIT STEW with country ham and green tomatoes
rabbit, garlic, beer, green tomatoes, country ham, okra, tomatoes, herbs
ASIAN STYLE SHORT RIBS BRAISED IN BOURBON
with a coconut rice cake and mixed greens
CHOCOLATE SIN CAKE WITH A RASPBERRY SAUCE AND FRESH BERRIES
Posted in Charity, Events, Supper Speakeasy, dining | Tagged: dining, farm, local foods, Louisville, underground dinner | Leave a Comment »
Alright, I know I get excited about most of the dinner we here at BVS put together, but this one has a special place in my heart. Not only are we collaborating once again with the mad, creative genius of Stephen Dennison, but the location is one of my top 10 dream sites in Louisville to host a dinner. You truly won’t want to miss this one! And remember, if you’re not a member, you are able to attend one Supper Speakeasy. Once you’ve attended one, you need to become a member to attend future events.
