Things are excellent in the world of Sherry. The Sherry Council of America has announced the four teams that will compete in the U.S. Finals for the Copa Jerez. On October 6th, 2010, these finalists, who are from some of the nation’s most renowned restaurants, will showcase their best culinary talents and expertise in Sherry wines before a live panel of judges in hopes of moving on to the final competition to be held in Spain in January 2011.
The final four are:
The Bazaar – Los Angeles
The Broadmoor – Colorado Springs
Casa Mono – New York City
La Boca – Sante Fe
We raise our glasses to all four finalists, and salute those everywhere who keep all things copacetic with Sherry.
Salud,
El Presidente
| Who | International Food Blogger's Conference |
| When |
Saturday, August 28, 2010
5:30pm
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21+
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| Where |
3400 Phinney Avenue North
Seattle, WA 98103 Seattle, WA, USA 98103 |
| Other Info | pre-dinner cocktail party |
| Who | Pike and Western Wine Shop |
| When |
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
4:00pm
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21+
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| Where |
1934 Pike Place
Seattle, WA 98101-1013 Seattle , WA, USA 98101 |
| Other Info | Secret Sherry tasting, coupled with an assortment of delicious tapas. 4-6pm. |
We are now accepting entries to find America’s best Sherry Cocktail and we’d love to have yours.
The official rules are below so please read on.
You may use any style of Sherry, from any bodega in Jerez, Spain.
Please tell us:
- the precise recipe
- the proper garnish
- the ideal glass
You must explain in writing:
- why your cocktail is great
- when to serve, and how
- the exact preparation method and steps of assembly
- the perfect [bar] food match (and why?)
You must provide:
- a copy of the cocktail menu of the bar/restaurant where the cocktail is placed and being served
- a photo of the drink, (digital jpeg is best)
You can submit your recipes at any time, but the deadline for entry is Friday, September 17th, 2010
Submissions should be sent via email to winegeek@akawinegeek.com
The winner will receive an all expenses paid trip to Jerez, Spain and a full scholarship to Beverage Alcohol Resource 5-Day Program….as well as loads of press announcing the winner and the recipe on our website and in our blogs
As always, the early and well prepared barman/woman always gets the best shifts, if you know what I mean!
Good luck!
**2009 Sherry Cocktail Competition winner — Bread & Wine by Charles Joly of The Drawing Room in Chicago**
