Wow, what a night! The turnout, the food, and of course, the beer, were all fantastic! Many thanks to those of you who made it out last night, for those who didn't, here's what you missed:
Seared salmon with blackberry compote & fennel-apple-celery slaw paired with Grand Cru - 9% ABV.
Prosciutto, gorgonzola & fig jam flatbread with arugula paired with Tripel - 10% ABV.
French-style cassoulet with duck sausage, tomatoes & white beans served with Quadrupel - 12% ABV.
Schlafly brewmaster Steven Hale discussing his beers, his kilt & the lyrics to "MMMBop"...
Flourless chocolate torte with caramel ice cream & almond brittle paired with barrel-aged Imperial Stout - 10.5% ABV.
Phyllo beggar's purse filled with sun-dried apricots, dates & figs served with Oak-aged Barleywine - 10.5% ABV.More images from the dinner can be found here - http://s619.photobucket.com/albums/tt271/mccoyspublichouse/Schlafly%20Dinner%2007-07-09/
Cheers!
Damm, I'm sorry I missed this. The food lookes great. I already know the beer's good. F@#kin' kid's baseball!
ReplyDeleteOutstanding event. The beer was delicious, and food was every bit its equal. Steven was lots of fun too.
ReplyDeleteWell done!
BRIGGS!
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