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Black River Caviar & Schramsberg Vineyards
A Marriage Made in Napa

Black River Caviar and Schramsberg Vineyards

This fall brought us a match made in heaven, or in this case, Napa: Black River Caviar and Schramsberg Vineyards.   Napa Valley Entertaining is a beautifully illustrated table book showcasing Napa Valley gatherings, as well as serving as a hostess’s guide to adding a touch of wine country flair to entertaining. The author Blakesley Chappellet, with photographer Briana Marie, chronicles décor, recipes, and perfect wine pairings that make Napa Valley unforgettable. Black River Caviar and Schramsberg Vineyards are among the perfect partnerships highlighted.napa entertaining with black river caviar

“All of Schramsberg’s sparkling wines pair wonderfully with Black River Caviar,” says Graham C. Gaspard, President of Black River Caviar. Their Brut Rosé, however, is his personal favorite. Schramsberg brilliantly crafts the Rosé from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir; they handpick as well as meticulously press the grapes in order to provide the best possible taste. Furthermore, the wine gives just the right amount of acidity to compliment Black River’s equally high-quality, and flavorful, sturgeon roe.

Schramsberg Vineyard Holiday Savings

Just in time for the holiday season, Hugh and Monique Davies (proprietors of both Davies Vineyards and Schramsberg Vineyards) have an exclusive offer for “Friends of Black River Caviar.” There will be 1 cent ground shipping on orders of $139 or more with the coupon code “BLKRIVER” at checkout.

Click here to shop now and use coupon code BLKRIVER at checkout

Also, take note of the recommended shipping deadlines for Schramsberg Vineyard shipments:

  • Residents from states that are north, south and east of Missouri,
    place ground shipping orders by:
    New Year’s Eve – 12/19

  • Residents from states in the Northwest to Texas,
    place ground shipping orders by:
    New Year’s Eve – 12/21

  • California residents must place ground shipping orders by:
    Christmas – 12/17       New Year’s Eve – 12/25

Black River Caviar Holiday Savings

Black River Caviar is offering free shipping on all orders of $350 or more with the coupon code “ELF” at checkout. Click here to place your Black River Caviar order on line.  The product is locally available in Palm Beach at Mary Mahoney on Worth Avenue.

 

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HUNDRED ACRE WINERY
An Exclusive Experience at Meat Market

A private wine-pairing dinner limited to 30 guests, Wednesday July 26th

Meat Market Palm Beach’s Summer Wine Dinner series has been an ongoing highlight for food and wine aficionados.  I was lucky to have enjoyed the most recent ones, both of which were sold out.  Chef Sean Brasel has prepared a special menu to compliment the extraordinary wines to be poured during the Hundred Acre Winery experience.   Gold Card members enjoy their 20% perk…  As of July 8th, only 18 seats were available, so reserve ASAP!  Call 561 354 9800 to reserve.  

(Reception 7:00 pm   Dinner 7:30 )

Passed Hors d’Oeuvres:

Classic Steak Tartare Canapés

Light Lobster “Ceviche” Spoon, Rose Water & Fresh Orange

Roasted Red Pepper & Corn fritters

Cucumber Babaganoush with Confit Baby Tomato

 

2016 Layer Cake Rosé of Pinot Noir & 2015 Cherry Pie Pinot Noir Three Vineyards

 

First Course:

Pressed Duck Confit Roulade

Fermented Strawberry Jam, Shaved Foie Gras,

Bittersweet Chocolate, Tart Strawberry Gel, Pistachio Crisp

2013 Cherry Pie Huckleberry Snodgrass Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley

 

Second Course:

Charcoal Roasted Veal Loin

Roasted Sunchoke Pudding, Red Wine Blue Berry Demi,

Roasted Sunchokes, Fresh Borage

2013 Cherry Pie Rodgers Creek Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast

 

Third Course:

Ancho Cured Slow Roasted Buffalo Tenderloin

Confit Vanilla Baby Beets, Confit Heirloom Baby Carrots, Red Wine Plum Butter

2013 Hundred Acre Cabernet Sauvignon Ark Vineyard, Napa Valley

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2013 Hundred Acre Cabernet Sauvignon Kayli Morgan Vineyard, Napa Valley

 

Dessert:

Warm Dark Chocolate Lava Cake

Sour Cherry Ice Cream, Burnt Honey Meringue , Toasted Hazelnut Dust

Hundred Acre Fortification Port, Napa Valley

$250 per person (+7% sales tax and +20% gratuity)

 Call 561 354 9800 to reserve

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Friend of The Devil-
A Culinary Thriller by Mark Spivak

The name Mark Spivak has been synonymous with wine, spirits, food, restaurants and culinary travel for years.  Honored for ‘excellence in wine criticism’ during his stint as wine writer for the Palm Beach Post, the award winning author and former Sommelier recently completed his first culinary thriller—  “Friend of the Devil’, published by Black Opal Books in May 2016.  Set in Palm Beach in 1990, the novel tells the story of American’s most famous chef, who sold his sold to the Devil for fame and fortune.

Journalist David Fox arrives in Palm Beach to interview the chef for a story on the restaurant’s silver jubilee. He quickly becomes involved with Chateau de la Mer’s hostess, unwittingly transforming himself into a romantic rival of Avenzano. The chef invites Fox to winter in Florida and write his authorized biography. David gradually becomes sucked into the restaurant’s vortex: shipments of cocaine coming up from the Caribbean; the Mafia connections and unexplained murder of the chef’s original partner; the chef’s ravenous ex-wives, swirling in the background like a hidden coven. As his lover plots the demise of the chef, Fox tries to sort out hallucination and reality while Avenzano treats him like a feline’s catnip-stuffed toy.

Here’s what they’re saying on Amazon:

A little Kitchen Confidential, a little Real Housewives of Palm Beach, and a little Faust.”

“Sex, drugs, and an upscale version of terducken called Bedouin stuffed poussin …this fast-paced existential drama has got something for everyone.”

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This is not Mark’s first rodeo in the publishing world. His first book, Iconic Spirits: An Intoxicating History, tells the stories of twelve spirits that changed the world and created the cocktail culture. “It’s like sitting in a bar at closing time, listening to a good friend tell stories,” said one reviewer. “You never want it to end.”

He is also the author of Moonshine Nation; The Art of Creating Cornbread in a Bottle, hailed as the definitive book on moonshine in America. The book traces the history of corn whiskey going back to the Colonial period and the Whiskey Rebellion, and provides profiles of actual moonshiners Mark visited throughout the Appalachian South.

If you are a lover of food, wine and great thrillers, join us during a special Happy Hour at Meat Market Palm Beach

Tuesday, October 18th 6-8pm, when Friend of the Devil comes home to Palm Beach

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Space is limited, kindly RSVP 

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PAUL HOBBS- the Steve Jobs of Wine

Meat Market hosts exclusive wine pairing dinner with Paul Hobbs Winery

Those of you who share the passion for ‘making every bite count‘– like I do,  MUST come to the  PAUL HOBBS wine dinner.  Chef Sean Brasel has created an exquisite menu to complement the carefully selected wines by Paul Hobbs.   Jonathan Negrin, Meat Market’s wine sommelier  will be on hand to personally tend to the guests questions and needs.  Before embarking on a four-course sensual journey, guests will be welcomed with a Pulenta Estate Sauvignon paired with wood-grilled Tuna Tataki, roasted shrimp empanadas and watermelon gazpacho shots. The ‘gastronome‘ experience will include delicacies such as Duck Terrine and Braised Lamb Osso Bucco.  You have to click on the menu to find out what other surprises Chef Sean is cooking up!  I find the dessert particularly intriguing!

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“The Steve Jobs of Wine is an apt metaphor to describe the ardent exactitude of winemaker and consultant Paul Hobbs.  He’s a quality fanatic”  —Forbes Magazine.  

 Click here to read complete article

Paul Hobbs is known for its meticulous vineyard management and minimally-invasive wine-making techniques, producing wines which express their vineyard origins with finesse, complexity and authenticity.

“We limit attendance to these special wine tastings as it’s important to ensure every guest has the opportunity to savor each wine with Chef Sean Brasel’s carefully planned accompaniment. It’s all about the experience,” says Andy Dugard, General Manager of Meat Market Palm Beach.

Paul Hobbs Winery selection served will include:

  • PH Pulenta Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2015
  • PH RRV Pinot Noir 2014
  • Bramare Malbec Uco Valley 2013
  • PH Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
  • Ice Wine Riesling from Stratus Vineyard in Canada 2013

    Click below to view MENU:

     PAUL HOBBS WINE dinner Aug 17th

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    Space is limited—

  • Please call to reserve your spot 561 354 9800 or email jnegrin@meatmarket.net
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