I first fell in love with Lucky’s ten years before it opened. Appropriately enough, it was on Valentine’s Day. My mom had been sick, but she rallied, and I wanted to take her to dinner. The only place that wasn’t fully booked was a restaurant I’d never heard of. Grille 51, in a building at [...]
Oklahoma-owned Napa Wines Featured at The Melting Pot Wine Dinner
January 12th, 2011 by Staff – Comments (0)
The Melting Pot to Host Darms Lane Wine Dinner Jan. 16-22 Four-course fondue meets Oklahoma-owned Napa Valley wines The Melting Pot will take guests on a culinary journey Jan. 16-22 with wines from Oklahoma-owned Darms Lanewinery. Guests can enjoy the four-course dinner and pairings anytime during the week beginning at 5 p.m. each day. On [...]
The Month in Food from Tasha Does Tulsa
January 6th, 2011 by Natasha Ball – Comments (3)
If there’s one thing people like to do in this town we call Tulsa, it’s eat. Be sure to add these latest finds by Tasha Ball over at TashaDoesTulsa.com to your list of places to try. Sproutz: Get around early for earth-friendly fare: Read More Dining Out (with kids): Play with food at Sprouts Play [...]
Another Amazing Meal at Local Table
December 10th, 2010 by Brian Schwartz – Comments (13)
“We must cultivate our garden,” said Voltaire at the end of his novel “Candide”. Towards the end of his life, he did just that, at his huge farm in Ferney near the Swiss border. He was onto something. Local food tastes better. The fine rich flavors of farm-grown vegetables put bland supermarket chow to shame. [...]
Cozy Up with Oliveto’s Seasonal Specials
December 2nd, 2010 by Staff – Comments (54)
Oliveto is offering some warm, hearty options during this cold holiday season. Just in time for the holidays, this Italian Bistro is mixing up its “Chalkboard Specials” to satisfy any palate. These specials are available through February. Some of the items include shrimp and chicken pasta, two filet entrées and a featured drink and dessert. [...]
Polo Grill Wine Dinner this Monday
November 4th, 2010 by Staff – Comments (0)
If you have not checked out the Tulsa wine dinner scene yet and have been thinking about it. The Polo Grill Wine dinner this Monday is your chance. For just $35, which is a steal, you get 5 plates and 3 wines with an education from Chef Michelle Donaldson and Sommelier Scott Garrett. Dinner at [...]
Wines Around the World – Zarrow Wine Tasting Benefit
November 1st, 2010 by Staff – Comments (2)
Please join us this Friday evening, November 5th, from 6:30-9:00 at the McBirney Mansion. Scott and Kala Large of Thirst Wine Merchants will take attendees on a tour through the major wine regions of the world in a progressive, educational and relaxed tasting environment in one of Tulsa’s most beautiful locations, the McBirney Mansion. The [...]
Death of a Wine Event – Benifiting Girl Scouts of Eastern Oklahoma
October 26th, 2010 by Staff – Comments (0)
After many successful wine events, we’re giving it a rest … throwing in the towel … cashing in our chips. You get the idea. Help us give our event a proper burial by raising more money than ever to benefit the United Way. The Wine tasting will include wines from around the world, and a [...]
Learning from the Best: An evening with Anthony Bell of Bell
October 1st, 2010 by Mark Stenner – Comments (0)
On Wednesday I spent the most wonderful evening with a perfect gentleman. I convened members of my wine group for a special event, an evening with one of the Napa vintners I hold in the highest regard – Anthony Bell of Bell Wine Cellars. There is truly nothing better for a lover of wine to [...]
The Boston Deli – Hasty Bake Cooking Class Featuring Biltmore Wines
September 24th, 2010 by Joe Price – Comments (0)
The Boston Deli’s Hasty Bake Cooking Class featuring Biltmore Wines was held Monday night 09.20.10. The class featured Boston Deli’s owner Ken Shafer utilizing grilling, smoking and baking technics on the best grill made in the world – Hasty Bake pared with a wonderful wine producer Biltmore Wines. The menu consisted of first course Ancho [...]
The Boston Deli: A Foodie’s Paradise
September 20th, 2010 by Whitney Shae – Comments (2)
There’s something to be said about good quality food that is served up at a local establishment. There is even more to be said about a quality menu that changes every week. That’s exactly what you’re gonna find Tuesday-Saturday every week at The Boston Deli Grill & Market. Throughout owner Ken Shafer’s restaurant career he [...]
Mmmm… BACON! with Amanda Simcoe [Cooking Classes]
September 7th, 2010 by Staff – Comments (0)
If there is anything that Chef Amanda loves as much as cheese, it crispy bits of porcine deliciousness! On Tuesday, September 14th she will share with you some amazing artisan bacon from all over the country, and make some delicious dishes with it! She’ll begin with her take on Bacon & Eggs, a fried quail [...]
Making the Transition from Sweet Blush Wines to Dry White Wines
August 27th, 2010 by Mark Stenner – Comments (1)
The theme for this article was actually suggested to me by fellow gastronaut friend Todd, so many thanks for this great idea! There is a huge irony in an article like this. For there exists, to my mind, the greatest myth in the entire world of wine, that sweet wines are not worthy of serious [...]
The Boston Deli Grill & Market – Upcoming Wine Dinner [Event]
August 23rd, 2010 by Staff – Comments (0)
If you haven’t tried the Boston Deli, you are missing out. Don’t let the name fool you, they are much more than a deli. The dinners here are superb, and keep amazing me every time. Last month, we happily attended the July Progressive Wine Dinner. Each month, The Boston Deli pairs a few of their [...]
Tulsa Wine Club August 2010 – Iberia Redux!
August 3rd, 2010 by Mark Stenner – Comments (0)
Sign up for this months Tulsa Wine Club event on Saturday August 7th CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UP!!! Albarino, unoaked Chards, green Vinho Verde, and a bunch of Tempranillo and Garnacha (Grenache)……as well as cava…of course…… I have been enjoying a slew of these deliciously refreshing and bold wines lately, so what better way to spend [...]
Odyssey de Culinaire – Tulsa Chefs + Oklahoma City Chefs, Two Nights…
July 26th, 2010 by Staff – Comments (1)
What happens when Tulsa’s finest chefs switch places with the best chefs from Oklahoma City for a single night? Come taste for yourself at Odyssey de Culinaire, an elegant evening of fine wine and delicious culinary creations. The Oklahoma Restaurant Association (ORA) will set sail its annual voyage of Odyssey de Culinaire on Thursday, July [...]
Your Invite: 3 Courses + Wine at The Boston Deli – Monday Night!
July 22nd, 2010 by Staff – Comments (2)
We at Tulsa Food would like to invite you to a special Monday night Dinner event. Next week, we plan to kick off the beginning of the week with the Progressive Wine Dinner at the Boston Deli. Many of you have been to The Boston Deli and know that they serve up a unique variety [...]
Win a Ticket to OK Foodie Tonight! (Congratulations Mary!)
June 28th, 2010 by Molly Martin – Comments (9)
Ever want to be part of a live radio taped show? What about one that’s all about FOOD?! Well now is your chance. Every Tuesday night at Sage Culinary Studio at 105th and Memorial, Sage and KRMG pair up to bring you a night of food, wine and tons of fun, all on the air. [...]
Essential Summer Sippers
June 24th, 2010 by Mark Stenner – Comments (0)
Wow, it’s hot out there. Welcome to summer! The time for heavy reds is over for a few months – not to say that you can’t enjoy a Cabernet, Zinfandel or Syrah with dinner, but I can’t imagine your predominant choices won’t be sparkling, rosé or white wines. This article will focus on white table [...]
Creativity When Pairing Food and Wine
June 22nd, 2010 by Mark Stenner – Comments (2)
When the weather is sweltering in the mid 90′s or hotter the last thing I want to do is eat a heavy meal with a heavy-bodied wine. Amanda came home the other day with some fabulous veal chops. Normally we’d pair this with a Pinot Noir or Nebbiolo but we couldn’t face a red. So [...]
New Tulsa Hills Wine Cellar – Grand Opening & Tastings
June 10th, 2010 by Staff – Comments (1)
The Tulsa Hills Wine Cellar is Tulsa’s newest wine buying destination. Easily accessible from all parts of town via the adjacent highways (I-44, Hwy 75 and Creek turnpike), the store is 5,000 sq ft with over 1,400 wines in stock. Staffed with a knowledgeable wine staff, we can point you in the right direction, and [...]
Best Rainy Day Pinots
May 14th, 2010 by Mark Stenner – Comments (3)
Well, it’s been raining all week in Tulsa, and with the relative ‘warmth’ it is perfect Pinot Noir weather. Just pretend it’s the fall……. Here is a six-pack you can collect to drink over the upcoming weekend, and week…..the first three are stunning values for the money, I have two great values at $25, and [...]
Yokozuna Locally Grown Wine Dinner
May 14th, 2010 by Staff – Comments (2)
Yokozuna paired with Girouard Vines in Tulsa to provide the wines. They will be introducing their newest wine (Chardonnay) at this event. This 4-course dinner will be incorporating as many locally sourced products as possible.