Shuck and Sip at Carafe's 2nd Annual Pacific Oyster & Muscadet Tasting

(PRWEB) January 16, 2005

Kumamoto, Belon and Olympia are some of the oyster varietals to savor at Carafe Bistro’s 2nd annual Oyster and Muscadet Tasting on Sunday, February 6, 2005 from 3-6 p.m. More than 15 different oysters will be paired with six Muscadets from different winemakers in France’s Loire Valley. Admission to the tasting is $24 per person and includes a flight of oysters on the half shell. Muscadet tastings are $4.00 per 3 oz. taste or $7 per glass. Reservations are welcome by email at jupa@carafebistro.com or by phone at 503-248-0004.

“We are always surprised at how different each oyster variety tastes,” says Pascal Sauton, chef and owner of Carafe. “Shucking oysters and sipping Muscadet is one of my favorite French traditions.”

Sweetbreads in January:

Sweetbreads return to Carafe as a special on the menu for one week from January 24-29th. The sweetbreads will be prepared differently each day, including braising, poaching and sautéing. Customers can also call Carafe in advance to request a special preparation.

Valentine’s Weekend at Carafe:

A 4-course prix fixe menu will be available featuring Fresh Hawaiian Prawns, Sonoma Foie Gras Terrine, Butternut Squash Bisque, Roasted Quail, Trout with Dungeness Crab and Jamie’s Valentine Dessert for two prepared by Carafe’s pastry chef, Jamie Bell. The Valentine’s menu is available February 11, 12 and 14th for $69 per couple.

About Carafe Bistro:

Proprietors Pascal Sauton and Julie Hunter have created a Parisian-style bistro unique to the Pacific Northwest. Featuring traditional bistro fare in a lively, urban setting, Carafe epitomizes French cuisine with a Northwest influence. Carafe was recently recognized as one of the best new restaurants in Gourmet’s October 2004 restaurant issue and the best French restaurant in Portland Monthly. The extensive wine list is a mix of both French and Pacific Northwest selections and the cocktail list includes whimsical offerings like the “Cecil Chamberlain” champagne cocktail, named for a beloved patron. Carafe is located at 200 SW Market Street, Portland, OR and is open for lunch and dinner, with a bistro menu Monday-Friday, 2:30-5 p.m. For more information or reservations, please call 503-248-0004 or visit http://www.carafebistro.com.

# # #