Thursday, February 6th, Upper West presents a Herradura
Tequila pairing.
The event will take place in the front room, which makes for a
more intimate setting as the Herradura ambassador explains the pairings. These
very popular dining events at Upper West have been selling out consistently
from inception. As always, Chef Nick Shipp designs a menu specifically for each
spirit to bring your taste buds alive. It was an exciting menu to prepare for
the chef…”It’s actually my favorite tequila,” admits Chef Shipp.
“I chose the Oaxacan region of Mexico, because of they're use of
some not so traditional ingredients and techniques. Plus, 98% of my employees
are from there which helps me to keep things authentic,” continues Shipp. “Goat
is commonly used there as well as the grasshoppers. We're also going to be using
huetlacoche also known as the truffle of Mexico.”
The first course begins with a coconut poached pescado blanco
and a chipotle carrot purée topped with a lime-tomato jam and toasted cumin
breadcrumbs. Herradura Silver will be served. Next enjoy a braised leg of goat
with chorizo-sweet corn flan in hoja santa-tomato broth along with Herradura Repasado
Pezole de Chivo. Next Herradura Anjeo makes an appearance along with Memelita,
a traditional oaxacan pizza with queso quesillo, black bean-huitlacoche spread,
roasted tomato, parsley oil. If you’re feeling adventurous, the crunchy
grasshopper is optional.
Chargrilled quail with jalapeño & citrus marinade is next to
be featured with a yellow curry mole, sauce guajillo, and cilantro-raisin
pistou. A Herradura cognac Cask Finish Repasado has been chosen to accompany
the main entree. And finally for dessert the Herradura Port Cask Finish
Repasado will be served with a delicious coconut pudding with oaxacan chocolate
shell, cinnamon, as well as a peanut butter praline.
Make your reservations quickly as these pairings always fill
up. The Herradura Tequila event will occur on Thursday, January 6th at 7:00pm
and price for this special pairing is $55.00. Upper West Restaurant is located
at 3321 Pico Blvd., in Santa Monica. Call now to make your reservation for this
event 310 586-1111. For more information see their website at http://www.theupperwest.com/
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