After Bam Bam agreed to pick me up with out honking the horn outside my house, I thought I'd forgive him long enough to take me to dinner. I got this email from Rio Mar Tuesday night and knew we should check it out:
RioMar's Rioja Celebration: November 11-17
Piquillo Peppers stuffed with Bacalao and Morcilla
2005 Marques de Caceres White Rioja
(100% Viura - Crisp citrus and melon flavors)
Seasonal Vegetable Plate
2006 Martin Codax Ergo, Rioja Joven
(100% Tempranillo - Modern fruit-forward style)
Patatas Riojanas with Chorizo
2005 Remondo "La Montesa" Crianza
(55% Garnacha, 40% Tempranillo, 5% Mazuelo - earthy, smoky finish)
Duo of Lamb:
Braised shoulder and roasted chops
2001 Aribau Cuvee, Reserva
(100% Tempranillo - complex flavors of berries and tannins)
Spanish Cheese Plate
Prix Fixe $60 (plus tax)
Tasting Menu without wine $38
(504.525.3474 call and reserve your spot, it was very much worth it)
When I have a little more time I'll elaborate, I hope Bam will have time as well. But for now, just trust me, and go HUNGRY cuz it's a lot of food.
Rio Mar Celebrates Rioja
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Rio Mar Celebrates Rioja
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