Downtown Tucson’s Elvira’s is hosting an “Our Roots” four-course wine pairing dinner with Frias Family Vineyards 7 – 10 p.m. on Tuesday, January 8.
Chef Alejandro Nevades and his southern Mexican-inspired dishes have got a special date with some of Napa Valley’s finest wine, all while representing the flavors and ingredients of Hispanic heritage, culture, and unity.
It’s not only a chance to experience an expertly paired dinner that tastes like the roots of two cultures, but to also meet the modern winemaker that’s traveling from California, Manny Frias.
Seats are $70 per person.
The seating is going to be limited due to demand and space inside the restaurant, so be sure to purchase your tickets before the 4 p.m. deadline on Monday, January 7.
“Our Roots” Wine Pairing Dinner
First Course
- Ensalada del Mar – squid, guaymas shrimp, heart of palm, white wine and citrus vinaigrette, and “cuenco de pina”
- Paired with a 2017 Sauvignon Blanc
Second Course
- Taco de Salmon – wild caught salmon, green kale, dill dressing, green Sriracha sauce, and blue corn tortilla
- Paired with a 2017 Rose of Cabernet Sauvignon
Third Course
- Braised Ossobuco – braised veal ossobuco, chile poblano, and red wine reduction
- Paired with a 2016 “Lady of the Dead” Red Blend
Fourth Course
- Mexican Wellington – beef Wellington of filet mignon, grilled chayote, yellow corn, huitlacoche duxelles, and Cabernet reduction
- Paired with a 2015 “SMD” Cabernet Sauvignon
Elvira’s is located downtown at 256 E. Congress St. For more information, call (520) 499-2302 and visit Elvira’s on Facebook to purchase your tickets.
Article written by:
Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
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