Aux Cochons Doux (Sweet PIIGS)
| Theme | Aux Cochons Doux (Sweet PIIGS) |
|---|---|
| Venue | Matthew's Restaurant |
| Location | Jacksonville, FL |
| Date | Feb 19, 2011 |
| Time | 7:00 P.M. |
| Host | Guy Benrubi |
| Chef | Matthew Medure |
| Wine Selection | Tim Baird |
This dinner event, conceived by Guy Benrubi, featured dishes from Portugal, Ireland, Italy, Greece & Spain (PIIGS). The idea for this event sprang from a conversation about the world economy and the Euro zone countries which were facing default - and possibly "sweetening" their plight. Tim Baird, wine chair, had desired to try a dinner with a progression of less dry wines to ultimately a Sauterne for dessert. Hence, The Sweet PIIGS!
During the course of the evening we sampled Chef Matthew Medure's interpretations of 7 courses with elements from these countries. We also sampled 10 wines, three of which have received mid nineties ratings from Wine Spectator.
Dress: Default Casual (Black to Red)
True to form for dinner concepts by Guy & Tim, it was another fun and unique evening and a sold out event.