I’ve told you once before about SAMPLE’s monthly Supper Club, an occasion on which the restaurant's bite-sized portions are served at a more typical size. Their five course prix fixe dinner is not only a great deal, but in my opinion, a fantastic dining experience.
When people complain about the lack of modern food in Buffalo, I simply point them to SAMPLE. It’s not just the chic décor and innovative portion size that sets SAMPLE apart; it is the clean preparations and modern flavor pairings.
This month, they’ve tried something new. Chef Adam Goetz has worked closely with the Village Beer Merchant to bring you a delicious meal replete with solid beer pairings. Vinny from the Village Beer Merchant will be on hand to describe each pairing and answer any questions you may have. This is a great opportunity for beer lovers to discover what both of these businesses have to offer and for SAMPLE lovers to try something new. The evening’s menu follows.
SAMPLE’s Sunday Supper Club
Beer Dinner
March 30, 2008
Amuse-Bouche
Gumbo
House smoked pork gumbo
Beer: Blanche De Bruxelles, Biere Blanche
Broiled Caesar Salad
Traditional dressing, Parmesan tuile
Beer: Weyerbacher QUAD, Abbey style quadruple ale
Scallop “Ravioli”
Scallion sauce, Bacon wrapped pomme frites
Beer: Brooklyn Local 1
Intermezzo
Seared Strip Steak
Mushroom confit, Port wine barley risotto, “Beer foam”
Beer: Avery Brewing Company, The Czar Imperial Stout
Chocolate on Chocolate
Cocoa Nib Streusel, Guiness chocolate gelato and dark chocolate cookie sandwich,
Beer and chocolate dipping sauce
Beer: Harviestoun, Old Engine Oil, Black Ale
Reservations needed, $65, includes Beer
SAMPLE
242 Allen Street, Buffalo, 14201
716.883.1675