Friday, September 18, 2009

Winemaker Clarke Swanson Joins the Virginia Willis Book Dinner

Winemaker Clarke Swanson Joins Chef Rodgers and Virginia Willis for the Wine and Book Dinner on Wednesday, Sept. 23-- make your reservations now! seats are limited.

http://www.virginiawillis.com

www.swansonvineyards.com


Join Local 11 Ten on September 23rd as Chef Jeff Rodgers recreates a five-course menu from Willis’ Bon Appétit, Y’all! Three Generations of Southern Cooking. As a Georgia native and highly-respected culinary author and food professional, Willis partners with Rodgers to celebrate southern culture and cuisine, offering guests a unique, late summer harvest dinner and a reading from her book. In addition, Winemaker Clarke Swanson of Napa Valley’s Swanson Vineyards will take part in the evening, pairing a collection of his wines with the seasonal menu and speaking on the unique history and characteristics of his vineyard. “Today, with 100 vineyard acres in the Oakville appellation, Swanson is committed to outstanding and sustainable vineyard practices that nurture merlot, cabernet sauvignon, pinot grigio and other small lots of distinctive varietals.”

Arrive at 6:30 pm. for passed appetizers, the book signing and an opportunity to meet both Willis and Swanson. The dinner is $85.00 per person including tax and gratuity. Please call the restaurant at 912-790-9000 to schedule a reservation. Visit www.virginiawillis.com and www.swansonvineyards.com to learn more about each guest.

MENU
Belgian endive with gold coast shrimp, Heirloom tomato and olive tartines, and Deviled eggs.

Blackeyed pea salad

Savannah River catfish stew

Tipsy watermelon

Mustard crusted pork loin

Blackberry cobbler

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