As the year nears its end, The Coronet is squeezing in another “Seat at the Table” dinner from 7 – 10 p.m. on Tuesday, December 18.
The five-course dinner will be similar to the prior engagements, featuring a more intimate environment at the restaurant, and includes creations from the mind of chef Moody Elbarasi and wines hand-picked from Sand-Reckoner Vineyards.
All throughout the summer, the reservation-only dinner has made a name for itself, and all of the past “Seat at the Table” dinners have either filled up quickly or sold out rather quickly.
Seats are $85 per person with wine pairings. Make sure to make your reservation beforehand by calling (520) 444-2830.
Dinner Menu
First Course
- Citrus Herb Stuffed Roasted Chili – with melted swiss raclette, Barrio toast, and a lavender rosemary sorghum drizzle.
- Paired with 2016 Picpoul Blanc
Second Course
- Frisée and Radicchio Salad – with asparagus, burnt persimmon, pickled mussel, and sherry vinaigrette
- Paired with 2016 Malvasia Bianca, 67% Rhumb Line + 33% Sand-Reckoner Vineyards
Third Course
- The Sated Quail – stuffed with spiced cabbage, grapes, chicken liver, and sourdough with apple mustarda and roast jicama
- Paired with 2015 X Petit Verdot, Cab Franc, Tempranillo
Fourth Course
- Lamb Chops – tobacco parsnip puree, cranberry and brussel jelly, nutmeg beurre rouge, and greens
- Paired with 2014 #7 Syrah 85% + Tempranillo 15%
Fifth Course
- Plum, Rhubarb, and Thyme Sorbet – with hazelnut cheddar honey crumble
- Paired with 2017 Roussanne
The Coronet is located at 402 E. Ninth St. For more “Seat at the Table” dinner series information, including the dinner with The Natural Wine Company, call (520) 444-2830 or visit cafecoronet.com.
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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