A Return to Portugal

Thank you for your interest – the dinner has SOLD OUT.  Please contact us to be added to the waitlist.  

Question: What happens when you combine rich culinary heritage with modern wine-making acumen?
Answer: You get a GREAT DINNER!

It is no surprise to any who have traveled to Portugal (or met Chef Toni Pais) that Portugal’s culinary influence is far reaching and famous for seafood and game dishes.

While culinary history carries through to the present, the wine-making traditions have made huge modernizing strides in the past generation.  Herdade do Esporão (led by Australian winemaker David Baverstock who loves Pittsburgh!) is one of Portugal’s most successful wine groups – we can’t wait!

Kate and Jack

First Course 
fresh sardine crostini
spinach soup demi tasse

Herdade do Esporão Metodo Clássico Bruto Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade)

Second Course
shrimp and mussel migas with piquillo pepper sauce

Herdade do Esporão 2015 Esporão Reserva Branco White (Alentejo) — 90 points Wine Enthusiast

Third Course
mixed greens with grape tomatoes, calamata olives and feta cheese

Fourth Course
boneless chicken breast pan roasted with Quatro Castas wine reduction

Quatro Castas Esporão (Alentejo) 2014 — 95 points Decanter Magazine
and
Quinta dos Murças Reserva Red (Douro) 2011 — 94 points Wine Enthusiast

Fifth Course
chocolate mousse with homemade fig jam and pecan

Herdade do Esporão NV 10-Years-Old Tawny (Port)

Please note that all sales are final. If you find you are unable to use your seats, please contact Kate and Jack and they will see if there is someone on the wait list who can use them (although this is not guaranteed).  Thank you.