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1/22/2008 - Gigi's Tavern Hosts 7-Course Wine Tasting Dinner,PAWS Social at Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ
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Tuesday, January 22, 2008
:: Gigi's Tavern Hosts 7-Course Wine Tasting Dinner
Where: GiGi's Tavern, 346 Plaza Real, Boca Raton
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Time: 6:00 PM
Gigi’s Tavern Hosts 7-Course Wine Tasting Dinner

Gigi's Tavern Hosts 7-Course Wine Tasting Dinner with Acclaimed Chef George Telles
Wine Varieties from Around the World to be Spotlighted

BOCA RATON, Fla. (December 21, 2007)-Gigi's Tavern at Mizner Park in Boca Raton is hosting its first menu tasting event of 2008, a 7-Course wine dinner, on Tuesday, January 22. Presented by Gigi's new executive chef George Telles, formerly of the award-winning Black Orchid Café and the nationally renowned Plum Room, the menu features spectacular beef and seafood creations paired with exceptional wines from around the world. In between courses, a representative from Hess International Wines will explain each wine pairing selection.
The cost is $99 per person which includes the selected wine pairing with each course, as well as a champagne reception with hors d'oeuvres. Reception begins at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. prompt. Only one seating is available.
10% off when you mention TheGourmetClub.com
Reservations are required, call (561) 368-4488.

Champagne Reception
Beef Tartar, Smoked Salmon, Ostrich Meatballs, King Crab Dijon
Pairing: Schramsberg Blanc de Noirs, Napa Valley
First Course
Prince Edward Island Mussels, poached, chilled, served in a saffron garlic aioli
Pairing: Bodega Colume Torrontes, Argentina
Second Course
Roasted Loin of Elk, with Lingonberry Sauce
Pairing: Artezin Zinfandel, Mendocino
Third Course
Pheasant Consomine en Croute, garnished with truffles and brunoise vegetables
Pairing: Peter Lehmann Shiraz, Australia
Fourth Course
Pan Seared Wellfleet Cod, in sauce Portugaise, sautéed onions, fresh chopped seeded tomato,
garlic, olive oil, anchovies, simmered with white wine.
Pairing: Glen Carlou Chardonnay, South Africa
Intermezzo
Tangerine Pomegranate Sorbet
Fifth Course
Roasted Short Loin of Western Buffalo, with a wild mushroom sauce, potato and assorted vegetables
Pairing: Hess Collection Mountain Cuvee, Napa Valley
Sixth Course
Mixed Greens, with Chef's signature raspberry vinaigrette
Seventh Course
Fresh Cheese, Fruit and Petit Fours
Pairing: Peter Lehman Semillon Botrytis, Australia

About Gigi's Tavern
Gigi's Tavern is located at beautiful Mizner Park in Boca Raton. With indoor and outdoor seating, live music and a popular happy hour, Gigi's welcomes guests with a warm atmosphere and deliciously prepared contemporary American cuisine. Exciting specials and monthly events can be found at http://www.gigis.com and at http://www.livingfla.com. An ideal location for special events such as weddings, engagement parties, anniversaries, holidays and corporate parties, Gigi's Tavern offers a customized menu and specialized event planning assistance. Call (561) 368-4488 for reservations, private parties and more information.

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:: PAWS Social at Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ
Where: Lucilles Bad to the Bone BBQ, 710 Linton Blvd, Delray Beach
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Great networking for a great cause!
Includes 1 free drink and light appetizers
$10 members, $20 guests
561-482-8110
http://www.pawsboca.com

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