On Tuesday, July 14, NABC’s Bank Street Brewhouse (415 Bank Street in
downtown New Albany) will honor the French national holiday of Bastille
Day with an exclusive, 5-course, fixed-price French menu prepared by
Chef Joshua Lehman and his “magnifique” kitchen staff.
A
750ml bottle of Biere de Garde from a list (see below) chosen by NABC
owner Roger A. Baylor is included in the price of each meal, which will
be served between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
Mussels and frites also will be available on the 14th for those seeking a lighter bill of fare.
Price and Reservations
While
not required, advance reservations for the Bastille Day meal are
recommended, and can be made by calling 812-725-9585 or e-mailing
gregg@newalbanian.com.
The price is $60, service compris
(including service), but if you reserve and pre-pay for this meal at
the Bank Street Brewhouse prior to Bastille Day, you’ll receive a
special advance price of $55, also including service.
The Beers.A
selection of Bieres de Garde from the Castelain, Jenlain and La
Choulette breweries in Northern France, alongside Schlafly’s
craft-brewed American version of this traditional, malty style, will be
offered.
Castelain BlondJenlain AmbreeJenlain BlondeLa Choulette AmbreeLa Choulette BlondeSchlafly Biere de GardeBieres
de Garde pair superbly with food, and Bastille Day diners may select
one of the preceding to accompany the meal -- and to share samples with
friends. Additional bottles will be available for purchase at market
prices. Naturally, NABC's lineup of house beers will also be on tap
like always.
The Menu:First Course:
Gougeres
Second Course (choose 1):Poached Egg Salad
Vichyssoise
Country-style pâté
Third Course (choose 1):
Cassoulet
Bouillabaisse
Quiche Lorraine
Fourth Course:Fromages (assorted)
Fifth Course (choose 1):Chocolate Mousse
Creme Brulee
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As
a personal note, two previous Bastille Day dinners in conjunction with
the late, lamented Bistro New Albany were among my favorite beer
dinners ever, any place, any time. I'm proud to revive the tradition in
downtown New Albany. - Roger Baylor