SPECIAL BEER PAIRING DINNER WITH ALLAGASH BREWING COMPANY At Tam O'SHANTER

 

Highly Anticipated Dinner Event Will Spotlight Unique Beers & Gourmet Creations on May 28

  Tam O’Shanter, a member of the Lawry’s family of restaurants and one of the oldest restaurants in Los Angeles, is hosting a very special Allagash Beer Pairing Dinner on Wednesday, May 28 at 6:30pm, when four Allagash beers will be paired with four courses prepared by the Tam’s Executive Chef, Mark Kalenderian. Maine-based Allagash Brewing—a very sought after brewery particularly on the West Coast—also will have a representative on hand to answer questions and talk about the featured beers. The unique event will cost $49 per person plus tax and tip.
The four featured beers and their pairings are described below.

Allagash White
A light, fruity, and crisp Belgian style wheat beer that is spiced with coriander and Curacao orange peel.
Paired with fennel poached prawn, farro risotto, and herb coulis.
Red Howes
A black stout that displays a creamy beige head and features cocoa, coffee, and berry aromas with flavors of dried fruit and bitter chocolate and a dry, lingering finish.
Paired with Fresno chili pork loin, chilled soba noodle salad, and cranberry cilantro pesto.
Allagash Saison
Golden-hued interpretation of a classic Belgian farmhouse style, exhibits notes of spice and tropical fruit in the aroma, while citrus and a peppery spice dominate the flavor and make way for a pleasant malt character.
Paired with diver scallop citrus ceviche, dried mango quinoa, and crispy tortilla.
Midnight Brett
Chocolate brown in color, has the aroma and flavor of fresh berries and sour cherries while spotlighting a slightly roasted, tart, fruity, and very drinkable character.
Paired with house made goat cheese ice cream, sour cherry compote, and bitter chocolate tuile.
“Allagash rarely makes an appearance on the west coast,” notes says John Lindquist, General Manager of Tam O’Shanter. “We are especially excited to host this special event featuring their incredible beers. The guests will leave with an unforgettable experience and an insider’s knowledge about one of the country’s most highly regarded breweries.”
For reservations and information, please call (323) 664-0228 or visit TamOShanter.com.
About Tam O’Shanter
Delighting diners for 90 years, the Tam O'Shanter is Los Angeles' oldest restaurant operated by the same family in the same location. Guests enjoy good cheer, warm hospitality, and exceptional food in a cozy old world atmosphere. If you have some Scottish ancestry, you might even find your family tartan among the extensive collection decorating the walls! Tam O’Shanter is located at 2980 Los Feliz Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90039. For reservations and information, please call (323) 664-0228 or visit TamOShanter.com.