Nojo, Almanac Pair Up for Beer Dinner

Hayes Valley Izakaya spot Nojo is teaming up with Almanac Beer Co. for a unique pairing of beer and Japanese cuisine.

The Nojo Beer Dinner, to be held on Monday, September 24, will feature five courses prepared by Nojo chef Greg Dunmore, focusing on farm-to-table Japanese cuisine. Each course will be paired with a seasonal Almanac craft beer.

The menu is listed below:

Warmed nama yuba (Tofu Skin), Momotaro Tomatoes, Shishito Peppers & Sunflower with California Fresh Hop Ale

Umeboshi Somen (Pickled Plum Infused Wheat Noodle), Uni, Shiso & Purple Daikon Sprouts with Winter Wit

Assorted Kushiage (Fried Skewers): Sardine, Pork Shoulder, Wagonwheel Cheese with Extra Pale Ale

Oxtail Nikujaga (Rustic Japanese Beef Stew) with Summer 2010 Vintage Blackberry Ale

Beer Sundae Almanac Honey Ginger Beer Ice Cream, Salted Beer Nuts & Miso Caramel Sauce with Honey Saison

Reservations can be made online or by calling the restaurant at (415) 896-4587.  The dinner will be $75 per person.  Nojo is located at 231 Franklin Street.