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WINE BLOGby Salty's Sommelier Tim O'Brien [ Email ] September 2010SEATTLE AND PORTLAND - Both Salty's on Alki in Seattle and on the Columbia in Portland are thrilled to announce that we have earned an Award of Excellence in Wine Spectator magazine for our wine programs. Simply stated, the leading wine magazine in the industry thinks we have some of the most outstanding wine lists in the world. Their standards are exacting, rating the accuracy, content and overall execution of the wine program. This marks the eighth consecutive year we have reached this lofty plateau. We are in great company with the finest restaurants in the world. Visit www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show?id=43194 to read more on the 2010 awards. One man's ceiling is another man's floor. There I was, flush with pride from national recognition when a couple dining on the Alki deck questioned my choices and my commitment to Washington wine. I knew this could be a learning experience, so I listened carefully. Well, I learned plenty. I didn't sell either of their favorite wines, and it's too dark on our deck at 9:30 p.m. to read a wine list and find the hidden gems. I have work to do and I look forward to doing it for guests who are as opinionated and passionate as myself. I always encourage wine lovers to have their own opinions and to share their excitement. Conversations like this inspire and motivate me. First, I have a passion for wine and find it rewarding to bring people to wine without pretense and rules. Second, I am trying to keep pace with the excellence that our Chef Jeremy McLachlan has achieved with his creativity and execution. I owe it to all of our guests to provide world-class wine to accompany that top flight cuisine they find on their plate. We have been having great success with our flight/taster program at all Salty's this year which encourages our guests to enjoy a three-ounce sample size of two wines chosen because they pair well with the featured entrée. This month we are offering a taster of Rosé and a Pinot Noir to complement our Grilled Halibut with Portobello Mushrooms presented with Creamy Polenta, Truffle-Infused Vinaigrette and Dehydrated Grape Tomatoes. What's next for our wine program? You can be sure it will involve having fun, discovering and sharing favorites. Peruse our wine lists and be sure to make a reservation today. March 2010Sip sexy Syrah at Alki on April 21 and help raise funds for FareStart.
Tickets must be purchased in advance at www.farestart.org/help/events
January 2010Winter brewer's dinner at Redondo Beach is with
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SEATTLE
- Northwest boutique wineries invite you to come taste test one of
the world's hottest wines at one of the world's hottest view restaurants
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Syrah
at Salty's on Alki Beach. Syrah is seducing wine enthusiasts who have
an affection for red wines with bold spices, rich fruit and silky
texture. Salty's chefs will serve appetizers designed to showcase
Syrah's outstanding affinity for food. Produced by Sommelier David
LeClaire, of Seattle Uncorked, and Salty's Sommelier Tim
O'Brien, this very popular ninth annual event always sells out and
features 40 Northwest wineries. A portion of your $45 ticket will
benefit FareStart.
FareStart
is a culinary job training and placement program for homeless and
disadvantaged individuals. Over the past 17 years, FareStart has provided
opportunities for over 3,000 people to transform their lives, while
also serving over 3.5 million meals to disadvantaged men, women and
children.
REDONDO
BEACH - Brothers Kurt and Rob Widmer founded Widmer Brothers Brewing
Company in 1984 in Portland, Oregon. Ever since, the brewery has created
delicious American and European-style beers in the proud tradition
of craft brewing. Please join us at Salty's at Redondo Beach Friday,
January 22, at 6:30 p.m. for a fun, casual evening as we partner up
with Portland's most famed brewery. Our menu is a collaboration of
Chef Gabriel Cabrera's inventive cuisine and Beverage Manager Scott
McDowell's keen palate for pairing. They will discuss how and why
they selected each pairing, and a brewmaster from Widmer will talk
about the beers.
