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nombe gourmet sake tasting+dinner

August 11th, 2010 |

Author: Carolyn

On Wednesday, August 18th, Nombe Restaurant and Sake Sommelier Gil Payne invite you to experience the amazing sakes of the Miyasaka Family of Suwa, Nagano, makers of the Miyasaka and Masumi Brand sakes. This 10th Generation sake clan has the distinction of having their own proprietary yeast declared a landmark classic yeast (Number 7) by the country’s national brewer’s association, and this yeast is widely used by sake makers throughout Japan. The quality and craftsmanship of Masumi’s sakes is truly exceptional, and we are proud to display them with the following special dishes prepared by Chef Balla:

Grilled Ribeye with Sake-Kasu
Heirloom Tomato Salad with Shiso
Dried Grilled Squid
Marinated Hearts of Palm

Masumi’s Nanago, Yuedomo, and Yamahai Ginjo will be featured, in addition to the Miyaska Yamahai 50 brand. We will also have a secret welcome sake to greet diners coming for this special pairing. The cost is $50 per person inclusive, and reservations can be made via OpenTable. Visit www.nombesf.com for further details.

Posted in Drink Me, Food & Chefs, Hot Date, San Francisco Treat |

Tags: Chef Balla, Chef Nicolas Balla, Japan, Miyasaka Family, Nagano, Nombe Restaurant, Sommelier Gil Payne |

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a lover’s treat – hog island oysters

July 15th, 2010 |

Author: Carolyn

Hog Island Oysters

Want to escape from the hustle and bustle of ordinary life? If getting away for the weekend is out of the question opt for a day-escape. Surprise your fiancé by leaving early and arriving home late and squeezing in an entertaining fun adventure in between. Here is a perfect idea for a romantic day away.

Hog Island Oysters, Point Reyes – This one-of-a-kind family owned and operated sustainable shellfish company, located in Napa (Oxbow Public Market) and San Francisco (Ferry Building) has merged the art of raising quality seafood with customer-direct high quality food service. However, this ultimate farm-to-plate oyster experience offers a unique experience at their Oyster Farm on Highway One along the Sonoma Coast, in the town of Marshall. www.hogislandoysters.com

Eat:

Hog Island raises Pacific (aka Hog Island Sweetwater), Kumamoto and Atlantic oysters as well as Manila Clams and Mussels all farmed in the beautiful, clean waters of Tomales Bay, CA. The farm offers to-go oyster sales and a seaside picnic area. Make a reservation in advance, especially for the weekends, and you will be provided with a bay-side picnic table and grill. You can bring your own grill-friendly foods and pick up hot sauce, a local barbeque sauce, mesquite charcoal briquettes, and ice from the farm. Stop by to belly up to the oyster bar with no-reservation where they also serve beer and wine.

Do:

Besides driving the scenic Hwy One explore the Point Reyes Lighthouse and hike the Chimney Rock Trails in the area. Most hiking in the area offers breath-taking Pacific Ocean views and are moderately easy. www.nps.gov

See:

Stay to watch the splendid sunset along the blue endless Pacific Ocean. Not only is it romantic but a must-see for any couple together. www.sunrisesunset.com

About Autumn

For more on Autumn Millhouse and her book Romantic Napa Valley, An Insider’s Guide for Couples, click here. Autumn Millhouse is an award-winning travel writer who specializes in wine, food and romantic getaways. She is also an international trekker who has wined and dined across the globe from Barcelona to Beijing . A self-proclaimed “hopeless-romantic” and author of Romantic Napa Valley: An Insider’s Guide for Couples, Autumn also has a bi-monthly column called Love Vines published in Napa Valley Life Magazine. She resides in Napa Valley where she cultivates her wine and food relationships with top chefs, winemakers and a slew of other foodies. Besides, sniffing, swirling and sipping wine daily, Autumn is currently working on her next travel book Romantic Sonoma Valley: An Insider’s Guide for Couples.

Posted in Bay Area Bride, Cali Bride, Eat the Love, Lifestyle & Entertaining, San Francisco Treat |

Tags: Autumn Millhouse, Hog Island Oysters, Romantic Napa Valley |

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