by Sharm | Mar 26, 2015 | Cocktails & Wine, Kansas City, Restaurants, What You're Missing KC!
Mad-Men Inspired Cocktails
To celebrate the final season of Mad Men, Sullivan’s Steakhouse Leawood is bringing back the three martini lunch. Cocktails inspired by Roger Sterling, Don Draper and Betty Francis will be featured for a limited time.
The Roger ($11)
Classic man’s man with a little dirty side.
Ingredients
Belvedere 4 Oz.
Olive juice ½ Oz.
Blue Cheese Olives Garnish
Instructions
Combine all ingredients into a Boston Shaker. Shake 10-15 times. Strain into a chilled Martini Glass
The Don ($11)
While still a classic character, Don cuts his own path and does things differently.
Ingredients
Hendricks Gin 4 FL Oz.
Vermouth ½ Oz.
Cucumber ribbons Garnish
Instructions
Combine all ingredients into a Boston Shaker. Shake 10-15 times. Strain into a chilled Martini Glass
The Betty ($11)
A trendsetter – sexy with a wild side.
Ingredients
Belvedere 2.5 Oz.
Monin Violet Syrup 1.0 Oz.
Fee Bros Peach Bitters 2 Dashes
Pernod .25 Oz.
Instructions
Combine all ingredients into a Boston Shaker. Shake 10-15 times. Strain into a chilled Martini Glass. Garnish with a sugared rim and lemon twist.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
4501 W 119th St
Leawood, KS 66209
913-345-0800
by Sharm | Jul 12, 2014 | Cocktails & Wine, Events, Restaurants
The Generous Pour wine event returns to The Capital Grille and runs from July 7 to August 31.
The Stoli Doli at the The Capital Grille is just about the best thing on earth, but once a year I give up my precious cocktail and partake in The Generous Pour.
For only $25 you can enjoy five highly acclaimed wines and two exclusive premieres to compliment your dinner. All wines are selected by The Capital Grilles’s Master Sommelier George Miliotes.
I had the chance to attend last years event and have to say Mr. Miliotes does an amazing job at picking the wines.
The wines available for the 2014 Generous Pour event are:
Carmel Road “Liberated,” Monterey, 2012 Riesling
Atalon, Napa Valley, 2012 Sauvignon Blanc
Byron, Santa Barbara, 2012 Chardonnay
La Crema, Willamette Valley, 2012 Pinot Noir
Freemark Abbey, Napa Valley, 2011 Merlot
Arrowood “Catchwire,” Sonoma, 2011 Bordeaux Blend
Kendall-Jackson “Winemaker Selection,” Sonoma, 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon
by Sharm | Aug 16, 2013 | Cocktails & Wine, Food Finds, Restaurants, What You're Missing KC!
Hedges Family Estates Winery recently hosted a dinner at Tannin Wine Bar and Kitchen. The pairings of the amazing wines and dishes created by chef Brian made for a memorable evening and I will be enjoying both again soon.
Tannin is located in the Crossroads Art District and boast an eclectic wine list. Whether you are a wine novice or expert, Tannin offers wines by the taste, glass or bottle, to satisfy everyone’s palate. Their knowledgeable staff can assist you in selecting the perfect wine to pair with your meal.
Tannin serves both lunch and dinner and the menu boasts a seasonal, contemporary American menu that includes a unique selection of small bites, gourmet sandwiches and eclectic entrees.With the diverse menu offerings, Tannin is the perfect place to go if you are in the mood to share a selection of small plates and a bottle of wine with friends, want a romantic dinner for two or just need a great place for lunch.
Hedges Family Estate, owned by Tom and Ann-Marie Hedges located on Red Mountain, is the largest family-owned winery in Washington State. Tom was born in Richland, Washington, while Anne-Marie was born in Champagne, France. Both of their upbringings have influenced what Hedges Family Estate is today. Read more about the family and winery here.
The dinner featured their signature Red Mountain as well as blends from their Columbia Valley Line.
I have recapped the menu below. Warning it will leave you wanting good wine and good food and Tannin Wine Bar and Kitchen where you can enjoy Hedges Family Estates wine and great food will curb that craving!
Warm Brioche with Cherry and Brie with Independent Producers Chardonnay Dionysus Vineyard, Columbia Valley
Parmesan Encrusted Trout, Frisée Salad, Warm Bacon Vinaigrette with CMS Sauvignon Blanc Columbia Valley
Black Pepper Seared Beef Carpaccio, Local Micro Greens, Truffle Aioli with Independent Producers “The Bourgeoisie” Merlot Sagemoor Farm, ColumbiaValley
Herb Roasted Squab, Buttered Basmati Rice, Red Beets, Orange Reduction Hedges Family Estate “CMS” Columbia Valley
Slow Braised Spring Lamb, Wild Mushroom and Baby Vegetable Ragout Hedges Family Estate Red Mountain
Chocolate Covered Blackberries
All of the wines and food were phenomenal. I wish to thank Tannin and Hedges for inviting me to this event. I already knew Tannin is a great place to go to and I am now thrilled to have found some new great wines! Hedges Wines are available throughout the metro. Visit the Hedges Family Estates website for additional information on wine including tasting notes and ordering online and more.
Address Info:
Tannin Wine Bar & Kitchen
1526 Walnut Street
Kansas City, MO
Telephone:
816.842.2660
