The Secret Sherry Society is proud to announce the first course pairings for the 2010 Copa Jerez U.S. Finals. For the first course, each Chef and Sommelier team was asked to pair a dry Sherry with a first course dish. Vote for your favorite restaurant pairing on our Fan page: http://bit.ly/bNqjbO

1.       The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs has been known as an international culinary hub in the western United States since 1918, and its diverse range of restaurants offer everything from classic American cuisine to European fine dining.  Their first course pairing is: Asparagus & Coconut Milk Soup with Rhubarb Compote with Emilio Lustau Solera Reserva Puerto Fino. Visit their website here: http://www.broadmoor.com/

2.       Casa Mono mixes classic dishes from the fishing villages of Spain with a range of adventurous dishes, from cockscombs to pig’s feet. Chef Anthony Sasso often travels around the world and in particular Catalunya, Spain to visit his family and search for inspiration to create his delicacies. Their first course pairing is: Cod Cheek Pil Pil, Gamba & Caviar with Equipo Navazos La Bota de Fino #15. Visit their website here: http://www.casamononyc.com/

3.       The Bazaar in Los Angeles is often referred to as Spain’s unofficial ambassador to the U.S. This restaurant is known for both avant-garde and traditional Spanish cuisine and a playful atmosphere. Their first course pairing is: Mussels in Escabeche w/Equipo Navazos La Bota de Manzanilla Pasada #10. Visit their website here: http://www.thebazaar.com/

4.       Chef James Caruso’s restaurant, La Boca, is one of the most well-known restaurants in Santa Fe. He uses traditional Spanish ingredients but succeeds in showcasing them with a completely different angle. Their first course pairing is: Crispy Fried Octopus w/ Salmon Roe Aioli & Pickled Green Chiles w/ Hidalgo “La Gitana” Manzanilla. Visit their website here: http://labocasf.com/