Valentine 2021
| Theme | Valentine 2021 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Your Home |
| Location | Toronto |
| Date | Feb 16, 2021 |
| Time | 6:30 PM |
| Chef | David Salt of Drifter's Solace |
| Wine Selection | Rob Reynolds |
| Registration | Closed on Feb 16, 2021 |
Save the date February 16 2021 6:30 PM an exceptional dinner delivered to your door and of course with IWFS cellared wine. The details will follow as they are known......
Catered by David Salt of Drifter's Solace: Born in Toronto, David grew up in Canada, PNG and UAE. After completing culinary school in Toronto, he moved to London, UK and worked in a number of establishments during his 13 years there, culminating in his position as Head Chef for Pascal Aussignac at one Michelin-starred Club Gascon. He returned home to Canada in 2018 and after working in various restaurants in the city he has now opened Drifter's Solace, a small private dining company.
PROPOSED MENU & PAIRINGS:
Starter:
Mussels and cuttlefish ragout, parsley, burnt tomato and rouille
Pairing: 2015 Domaine Louis Moreau Chablis 1er Cru Vaulignot
Soup (yes, a soup course!):
Smoky Jerusalem artichoke velouté, onion and bacon jam.
Pairing: 2014 Knee Deep Sauvignon Blanc Sémillon
Pairing: 2014 Knee Deep Sauvignon Blanc Sémillon
Pasta:
Caramelized onion tortellini, butternut and sage sauce, goat’s cheese mousse
Pairing: NV Emilio Lustau Jerez Amontillado Los Arcos
Main:
48-hour braised beef cheek bourguignonne, soft polenta, mushroom fricassee, red wine jus
Pairing: 2003 Château Pipeau St. Émilion Grand Cru (can’t wait to try this one!)
48-hour braised beef cheek bourguignonne, soft polenta, mushroom fricassee, red wine jus
Pairing: 2003 Château Pipeau St. Émilion Grand Cru (can’t wait to try this one!)
Dessert:
Almond frangipane cake, poached figs & prunes, lemon curd and bay leaf custard.
Chocolate ganache petits fours.
Pairing: 1997 Caves Messias Vintage Port
Almond frangipane cake, poached figs & prunes, lemon curd and bay leaf custard.
Chocolate ganache petits fours.
Pairing: 1997 Caves Messias Vintage Port
Cost: TBD includes wine and delivery.