La Mar Hosts Wine Maker Dinner
On Monday, April 30th, La Mar Cebichería Peruana (Pier 1.5) on the Embarcadero is hosting Casa Lapostolle, an exquisite Chilean vineyard, for a very special wine maker dinner. The event begins at 6:00PM with cocktails and will include a special five course menu prepared by Chef Diego Oka. Each course will be paired with a wine from Casa Lapostolle for a cost of $89 per guest. Here’s a look at what will be in store for attendees:
Cebiche Clásico
California halibut in a classic leche de tigre with red onion, habanero, Peruvian corn, yam and a touch of extra virgin olive oil
2010 Sauvignon Blanc
Causa Anticuchera
Diver caught, grilled Hawaiian octopus marinated with anticuchera sauce and chimichurri on top of a yellow potato causa dressed with pesto aioli
2010 Carmenère and a 2010 Merlot
Arroz Negro
Risotto simmered in squid ink, then tossed into a wok with calamari, served with rocoto aioli and crowned with a scallop
2009 Borobo, a Carmenère, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir blend
Short Rib Seco
Cilantro braised short rib, served on top of cannellini beans, with peas, seco sauce and salsa criolla
2009 Clos Apalta, a Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdo blend
Trufa de Chocolate
Hot buñuelos filled with ganache and drizzled with orange reduction and grand manier orange foam
Grand Manier, 150 years old
Space is limited. Call the restaurant at (415) 397-8880 to reserve seats.