{"product_id":"a-taste-of-alsace-in-olympia","title":"A Taste of Alsace in Olympia","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin Oly Wines and Cascadia Grill for a special culinary evening celebrating the flavors, traditions, and wines of Alsace, France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat to Expect:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTraditional Alsatian Cuisine:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThree Wine Pairings:\u003c\/b\u003e Discover three carefully selected wines chosen to complement the flavors of the menu.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Special French Connection: \u003c\/b\u003eOne 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Unique Culinary Experience:\u003c\/b\u003e Enjoy an intimate evening celebrating the food, wine, and hospitality of one of France's most distinctive wine regions right here in Olympia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Evening\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOly 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhether you're familiar with Alsatian cuisine or discovering it for the first time, come ready to eat, sip, learn, and enjoy!\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e Thursday, December 10\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTime:\u003c\/b\u003e 6:30 PM\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocation:\u003c\/b\u003e Cascadia Grill, Olympia, WA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrice:\u003c\/b\u003e $125 per person, including dinner and three wine pairings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeats are limited, \u003c\/b\u003ereserve your place at the table and join us for A Taste of Alsace!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OlyWines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68176887709885,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/2323\/5005\/files\/Untitled-November06_2026at11.52.53-15.jpg?v=1794093478","url":"https:\/\/olywines.com\/products\/a-taste-of-alsace-in-olympia","provider":"OlyWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}