First Course
Potato and Leek Soup
Irish Soda Bread
Main Course
Shepherd's Pie
Braised Caraway Cabbage
Dessert Course
Homemade Bread Pudding with fresh Vanilla Ice Cream
Wine Pairings: A brisk white will do very nicely here, so aim for semi-sweet to semi-dry (too dry, and the caraway seeds will overpower - too sweet, and the cabbage may become too sweet). Santa Margherita makes a delightful pinot grigio that would be very nice, though the intrepid might even bring a brut champagne or prosecco to lighten the palate between the savory courses offered here. For red lovers out there, bring a cabernet sauvignon with subtle berry notes to make the caramelized flavors of the shepherd's pie pop.
Beer Pairings: Mmmm. . . bring on the Belgians. Trapist Ale is delightful, though if you can't find any readily available, just check out the New Belgium homepage (www.newbelgium.com) for some great offerings that would do quite well. Oktoberfest (Marzen) beers are all the rage right now, as well, and their subtle complexity of maltiness and brisk hoppiness are perfect suitors for this menu. Whatever you bring, be ready to enjoy!
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