A Taste of Alsace in Olympia

Join Oly Wines and Cascadia Grill for a special culinary evening celebrating the flavors, traditions, and wines of Alsace, France.

Inspired by Ed’s experience during the 1986 harvest season at Hugel Winery in Ribeauvillé, this dinner brings a personal touch of Alsace to Olympia. Enjoy hearty regional specialties, three wine pairings, and the warmth of French hospitality.

In Alsace, harvest season is a time to gather around the table, share generous meals, enjoy beautiful wines, and celebrate good company. This evening brings that tradition to life with authentic flavors, wonderful wines, and a little piece of Ed’s French experience.

What to Expect:

• Traditional Alsatian Cuisine: Enjoy a curated menu featuring seasonal soup and salad, traditional Choucroute Garnie with an assortment of hams and cured meats, sauerkraut, potatoes and mustard, followed by Brie cheese, homemade bread, and apple tart.
• Three Wine Pairings: Discover three carefully selected wines chosen to complement the flavors of the menu.
• A Special French Connection: One of the evening's highlights will be a Hugel Riesling from Alsace, a historic winery where Ed had the opportunity to work during his time in France. Ed will share stories from his life in France, his firsthand experiences working in the vineyards, and the people, traditions, and passion behind winemaking in this remarkable region. He'll take guests on a journey through Alsace's wine country, exploring its unique terroir, grape varieties, and winemaking heritage, while offering insights into the wines being enjoyed throughout the evening. It's an opportunity to experience Alsace not just through its food and wine, but through Ed's personal connection to the region.
• A Unique Culinary Experience: Enjoy an intimate evening celebrating the food, wine, and hospitality of one of France's most distinctive wine regions right here in Olympia.

About the Evening

Oly Wines and Cascadia Grill have come together to create something special for our local community. With Ed's personal connection to Alsace and Cascadia Grill's wine-focused approach to dining, this is an opportunity to experience authentic regional flavors and discover wines with a story behind them.

Whether you're familiar with Alsatian cuisine or discovering it for the first time, come ready to eat, sip, learn, and enjoy!

Date: Thursday, December 10
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Cascadia Grill, Olympia, WA
Price: $125 per person, including dinner and three wine pairings.

Seats are limited, reserve your place at the table and join us for A Taste of Alsace!