FOOD 101 SENDS THE COLD BACK NORTH WITH “SEASON HOPPING” BEER DINNER

Atlanta’s favorite southern eatery is partnering with Ale Sharpton to squeeze the last few drops out of winter and celebrate the coming spring with a menu and beverages inspired by the transition of the seasons

ATLANTA (February 17, 2015) – In the South, indulging in decadent food is one of winter’s only redeeming qualities. However, with the dawn of spring around the corner, green creeps back into the landscape and our diets. On Thursday, March 5, Executive Chef Justin Keith, Sous Chef Cooper Sweat and Atlanta’s favorite award-winning craft beer ambassador Ale Sharpton will team up to create a dining experience that perfectly captures this moment on the Southern calendar. The four course dinner (with an amuse bouche to start) includes the best of both worlds – a little of the decadence of winter, along with a bit of the lightness and excitement of spring. Each course will be paired with a brew handpicked by Ale Sharpton to perfectly complement both the season and the dish.

Amuse Bouche
Beer Battered Apple / Black Pepper Goat Cheese Whip / Hard Cider Reduction
Beer Pairing: Dupont Pommeau de Normandie

1st Course – Fish
Pan Seared Halibut / Vegetable Risotto / Stewed Tomato Coulis / Herb Oil
Beer Pairing: Westbrook White Thai

2nd Course – Intermezzo of “Southern Poutine”
Hand Cut Fries / BBQ Gravy / 101 Pimento Cheese / Poached Farm Egg
Beer Pairing: Three Taverns Prince of Pilsen

3rd Course – Deconstructed Boeuf Bourguignon
Braised Short Rib / Carrot / Turnip / Mushroom / Potato / Red Wine Reduction / Fried Sage Leaves
Beer Pairing: Monday Night Drafty Kilt Scotch Ale

4th Course – Sweets
Bacon Hushpuppies / Powdered Sugar / Stout Anglaise
Beer Pairing: Burnt Hickory Big Shanty Graham Cracker Stout

Reservations will sell out quickly as space is limited, with tickets available at here for $50 apiece. Each ticket includes the full dinner with five pairings, all of which will be served in Food 101’s private dining room beginning at 7:30 p.m. on March 5. For diners with allergies or special requests, please call 404.497.9700 to speak with a member of the Food 101 team. For additional announcements, events, specials and other news, please follow Food 101 on Facebook or on Twitter.

ABOUT FOOD 101

Food 101 has evolved during the past decade to focus on farm-to-table, cutting edge Southern Cuisine, while featuring several long-time favorites. Executive Chef Justin Keith highlights a bounty of local ingredients prepared with a bold Southern flair that provides a deliciously satisfying dining experience. High standards of quality ingredients and cutting edge cuisine have become synonymous with Food 101, including its Barrel Bar, which features Southern-inspired plates of its own with a cocktail menu built around two dozen bourbons. Food 101 serves lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday – Friday; dinner from 5:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Sunday –Thursday and 5:30 until 11:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and brunch from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Sundays. Food 101 is located at 4969 Roswell Road, Atlanta, Ga. 30342. For reservations, menus and more information, visit food101atlanta.com. Connect with us on Facebook or on Twitter.