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Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Events Upcoming: Young Affiliates of the Mint's Fall Ball
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Wed, Nov 6, 2013 at 4:08 PM
Just because Halloween is now behind us doesn't mean you can't get into costume - 1920s vintage flapper dress, anyone? The Young Affiliates of the Mint Museum hosts its inaugural Fall Ball on Nov. 8, featuring classic cocktails like the Sidecar, White Lady and Bee's Knees, courtesy of Rémy Martin V and Cointreau. Food, also inspired by the 1920s, will be catered by Something Classic. Selections on the menu include Flash Fried Potato Chalices with Crème Fraiche and Caviar and Waldorf Deviled Eggs with Roquefort, Walnuts & Crisp Apples, among others.
Proceeds from the event will go to support the upcoming Mint Museum Randolph photography exhibit Bearing Witness: The New York Photo League and Sonia Handelman Meyer. $75 for members and $95 for non-members. Nov. 8, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Mint Museum Uptown, 500 S Tryon St. For more information, visit FallBallCharlotte.com.
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Events Happening today: William Grant and Sons Best Bartender Competition
Posted By Kimberly Lawson on Tue, Nov 5, 2013 at 12:37 PM
Up for the title are:
Bob Peters of Pisces Sushi Bar
Diego Francica of Heist Brewery
Andy Maurer of Soul Gastrolounge
Maggie Ruppert of Halcyon Flavors From the Earth
Evan Christy of Cowbell
Casey Blair of Bubble Lounge
Miki Nikolic of e2 Emeril's Eatery
Chelsea Rose of Copper
Kyle Crabtree of Block & Grinder
Judges include Charlotte Voisey, Stefan Huebner and Sarah Crosland, but audience members will have the opportunity to chime in as well in a people's choice award.
All contestants' samples of cocktails will be offered with limited availability, so you might want to get there on time. The competition is 6 p.m.- 9 p.m. Heist is located at 2909 N. Davidson St., Suite 200.
Liquid Diet Featured Cocktail: Nightshade Martini
Posted By Lauren Blake on Tue, Nov 5, 2013 at 10:27 AM
Ingredients: Pearl pomegranate vodka, POM pomegranate juice, simple syrup, muddled mint and fresh cucumber.
From food to artwork, the theme at Nan and Byron's, opening this week, is classic Americana. The rustic American eatery will boast a bountiful selection of craft cocktails, with the help of bourbon, moonshine and corn and rye whiskey made in the USA. With a unique selection of 15 cocktails, the Nightshade is just one of two martinis on the list that are vodka-based. That being said, the dark-hued martini is expected to be its most coveted sip. Though the pomegranate flavor may lead you to think of summer, this delectable cocktail transcends any season with an enticing, well-rounded flavor that you'll want to drink all year long.
"Everyone can, and will, drink it," says beverage manager Mark Childers. "The deep color and the large, fresh garnishes will be appealing to men and women alike. Ladies will love the fruit-forward freshness, and gentlemen will be pleased that it isn't nearly as sweet as they thought. It's definitely a cocktail for the co-eds."
Nan & Byron's, the sister restaurant of the popular 5Church, hosts its grand opening this weekend, Thursday, Nov. 7 through Saturday, Nov. 9. For reservations, visit www.opentable.com.
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Dorie Greenspan's Tiramisu Cake
This layered cake is definitely a "pick-me-up" with a little booze and caffeine.
