So with the crackberry in hand, I've snapped off a few photos and a video of the entertainment for the night at last nights dinner at the Winter Club.

Most of you will recognize the name Darren Raeside, Sommelier, CSW. He's one of the fine fellows at Banville & Jones who gets your wine mojo running. Last night, he put on a Scotch Night at the club with a fantastic 3 course meal, Scotch pairings, Wine pairings, and I helped out a little with some beer pairings of my own.

Scotch tasting Dinner #5 - May 5th
Winnipeg Winter Club

Pre dinner events:
Beer, scotch and Wine samples Pre dinner and Post dinner

Passed hot and cold Canapés’
-Cold Smoked salmon Cream Cheese Pizza
-Haggis Sausage Flambé Station w/ carrot rutabaga onion and Whiskey
-Passed Oysters w/ warm bacon Chive Ale Broth
-warm Basil garlic anchovies Marinated Shrimp
Smoked House made Ribs w/ dipping Sauce

Starter course:
Smoked Lamb loin w/ Red wine Glaze, Parmesan cheese, lemon
Caper garlic lemon Tuna loin Garnished with tomato Beer Clam Risotto

Entrée Course:
Braised Red wine Beef Short ribs
Served with Beets & leek Confit
Finished w/ scotch whiskey Mustard Cream Sauce
Roasted Garlic 3 potato Mash

Dessert Course:
Stuffed royal Gala Apple w/ Blue cheese graham Nougat compote
Baked w/ Butter and Beer
Finished W/ Whiskey Caramel Sauce
And Macerated Fruit and Chocolate

All in all a fantastic night of beer, wine, scotch, and food. Chef Craig Geunther has outdone himself again as the food was outstanding. Thanks to Darren for introducing me to another great scotch, too!

Thanks to all for the fun evening - see ya next year!