Winter Solstice Wine Dinner
Honoring the longest night of the year
On December 5th, join us at the Whittemore House to celebrate the winter solstice with a five-course wine dinner. Our menu honors the change of seasons with deep winter flavors such as warm spices, pickled pantry items and braised meats.
The cost to attend is $85 per person. We will be accepting a limited number of reservations, so please make yours soon.
Menu
first course
Winter Squash Bisque
apple slaw, crème fraîche
second course
Torched Scallop and Citrus Ceviche
roasted hazelnut, sage foam
third course
Seared Duck Breast
mulled cherry gastrique, Brussel sprouts, parsnip puree
fourth course
Braised Beef Short Rib
celeriac chip, charred carrot
fifth course
Poached Pear
mascarpone cream
Date: Friday, December 5th
Time: Cocktails at 6:30pm (cash bar), dinner at 7pm
Cost: $85 per person ($70 w/o alcohol), cocktails available for purchase
Service charge: 20%
Reservation deadline: Friday, November 28th, 3pm
Reservation Cancellation Policy Notice:
Notice of cancellation is required 5 days in advance or charges will be assessed to your account for the event.
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