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Friday Wine Tasting

Join us at the dramatic West Branch Gallery & Sculpture Park for a spectacular wine tasting presented by Fine Wine Cellars, featuring the wines of Barolo and Barbaresco from the fabulous 2001 vintage.

Event: Friday Wine Tasting
Date: Friday, June 19, 2009
Time: 4:00– 6:00 pm

Location: West Branch Gallery & Sculpture Park
Presented by: Fine Wine Cellars
Price: $75 per person

Directions from Stowe Village
Directions from Trapp Family Lodge



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Saturday Gala Dinner & Live Auction

Gala Auction & DinnerAs the new summer solstice arrives on a beautiful Saturday in June, enjoy a stunning gastronomic collaboration between the wines of Jorge Ordonez, presented by M.S. Walker and dinner by Trapp Family Lodge's renowned chef, Brian Thomlinson. The evening will commence with a flute of sparkling wine provided by Schramsberg Vineyards as you meet the vintners presenting wines at the Classic. From there you'll sit down to a phenomenal five-course meal with wine pairings by the undisputed master of Spanish wines. As the evening progresses, you'll be enticed by our Auction to bid on amazing and one-of-a-kind items, from rare wines donated from the cellars of our private collectors, large format bottles signed by the winemakers, vacation getaways, and a variety of splendid and unusual "lifestyle" items. This year's auctioneer will be Eric Michaels from WDEV. He is part wine savant and part showman. Then dance the night away under the summer stars to the musical styling of Penny Arcade. It is an event not to be missed.

Event: Gala Dinner & Live Auction
Date: Saturday June 20, 2009
Time: 6:00 pm

Location: Trapp Family Lodge
Price: $150 per person, or purchase a
Sat/Sun package for just $185 per person

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Stowe Food and Wine Classic
Gala Dinner 2009

Entrees with Wine Pairings

Tapas Plate
Serrano Ham, Spanish Olives, Manchego Cheese and Roasted Fennel
Jorge Ordoñez & Company "Botani" Moscatel Secco 2008 Sierras de Málaga

Andalusian bean soup with Chorizo
Volver Tempranillo 2005 La Mancha

Gamberones Con Pancetta
Pancetta Wrapped Shrimp with Sherry Red Pepper Truffle Sauce,
Sauteed Leeks and Lemon Butter
Bodegas Ateca Atteca 2007 - Campo de Borja

Lemon Apricot Sorbet
Splashed with Spanish Brandy

Herb Crusted Lamb Loin
with Black Currant Lamb jus, Smoked Paprika Dusted Pommes Frites,
Leek Wrapped Haricot Vert Bundles & Golden Beets

Emilio Moro 2005 Ribera del Duero

Tres Leches Cake
Sponge Cake Soaked in Three Milks with Saffron Raspberries and Caramel Structure
Jorge Ordoñez & Company "Victoria #2" 2006 Málaga

 

Vegetarian Entrees with Wine Pairings

Tapas Plate
Spanish Olives, Manchego Cheese, Roasted Fennel, Roasted Red Peppers
with Cilantro-Walnut Pesto
Jorge Ordoñez & Company "Botani" Moscatel Secco 2008 Sierras de Málaga

Golden Beet Gazpacho
with Micro Arugula and Paprika Oil
Volver Tempranillo 2005 La Mancha

Grilled Corn Polenta
over Roasted Eggplant Tapenade with Scorched Tomato
Atteca "Old Vines" 2007 Calatayud (Garnacha)

Lemon Apricot Sorbet
Splashed with Spanish Brandy

Grilled Seitan Steak
with Smoked Paprika Dusted Pommes Frites, Haricot Vert Bundles, & Salsa Verde
Emilio Moro 2005 Ribera del Duero

Creme Flan
with Fresh Seasonal Berries and Hazelnut Florentine
Jorge Ordoñez & Company "Victoria #2" 2006 Málaga

 

 


Chef Brian Tomlinson brings a valuable background to the Lodge, having attended culinary school in Punxsutawney, PA, (yes, he has seen Punxsutawney Phil on Groundhog Day!) while spending winters working at Deer Valley Ski Resort in Utah and summers in Washington State at Roche Harbor Resort on San Juan Island. Chef Tomlinson then spent 4 years in Hawaii, at the Grand Wailea Resort, Longhi¹s Restaurant, Sorento¹s on the Beach, and The Dunes at Maui Lani. Back on the mainland, at Topnotch in Stowe, Brian became Chef de Cuisine of Norma¹s, helping to make it a four-diamond restaurant. Chef Tomlinson brings years of innovation, creativity and passion to Trapp Family Lodge.

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Sunday Grand Tasting & Silent Auction

Wine & Food Classic TastingA day not to be missed! Visit with winemakers and culinary experts and enjoy world-class food selections in the pastoral ambiance of Stowe, Vermont. Choose front row seats at live cooking demonstrations where you'll be able to watch Eric Warnstedt, one of Food & Wine's Top Ten Chefs of the Year, and other renowned chefs, present demonstrations of their culinary skills. Hosting the demonstrations will be Tony Campos of New England Cooks in our Demonstration Kitchen, presented by Allen's Kitchen & Bath. During the day, you're invited to attend a selection of wine seminars designed to permit the novice or seasoned wine collector to discover more about the noble grape. You'll be enticed by more than 100 premium wines while sampling world-class food selections from renowned regional chefs. You'll also be encouraged to examine and bid on the splendid offerings at our silent auction of fine and rare wines, a variety of vacation getaways, and other great treasures.

With exquisite food and unforgettable wine in the backdrop of the world famous Trapp Family Lodge overlooking the Village of Stowe, you'll wish that the day never ends. 

Event Details
Date: Sunday, June 21, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 4:00 pm


Location: Trapp Family Lodge
Price: $60 per person, or purchase a
Sat/Sun package for just $185 per person

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New England Cooks' Kitchen Theater, Presented by Allen Kitchen & Bath

Sunday's Schedule of Events

Wine SeminarsWe've set up the following series of events so that
you can learn from the leaders of the food and wine
industry in a relaxed, enjoyable setting.



Wine Seminar #1, 12:15 pm
Owen Roe - "Owen Roe's Focus on the Yakima Valley"
Matt Rice of Owen Roe will speak about the impressive quality of wines being produced in Washington State's Yakima Valley.

Cooking Demo #1, 1:00 pm
Chef Tony Devito - Trattoria La Festa

Wine Seminar #2, 1:30 pm
Jorge Ordonez/M.S. Walker - "Spain's Emerging Regions"
Master Sommelier Sara Floyd, National Sales Manager for Jorge Ordonez, is considered a leading authority on the wines of Spain. Join Sara as she guides us through "Spain's Emerging Regions" and discover what the buzz is all about

Cooking Demo #2, 2:15 pm
Chef Eric Warnstedt - Hen of the Wood ~ One of Food & Wine's Top Ten Chefs of 2008

Wine Seminar #3, 2:45 pm
George Schwartz of Vlas Imports - "The WInes of Piedmont"
George Schwartz will speak about the grapes of Italy's Piedmont region, best known for Barbaresco and Barolo wines. This is a wonderful opportunity to taste through the region's indigenous grape varietals which are so much a part of the Piedmont's food and culture.

Cooking Demo #3, 3:00 pm
Josh Bard - Frida's Tacqueria & Grill

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