I have to say I really love it when a restaurant takes an interest in beer. For the longest time, most restaurants you would step foot into would have the same 3 or 4 beers you’ve seen on tap a thousand times prior. Luckily, that situation is changing. Beer is evolving. Many restaurants these days are starting to see the complexity of craft beer, and that food pairing isn’t just for wine anymore.
I got to meet Frank Smith, General Manger of SOHO Restaurant in Vinings last week. Frank was on the quest for greater beer knowledge, because he wants to expand SOHO’s selection. In my “professional” opinion, that is a great idea! While speaking with Frank, he mentioned that SOHO is hosting a beer dinner this Tuesday, with brewer Spike Buckowski in attendance. If you haven’t met Spike or been to SOHO, I can think of no better time to do both. Here is the menu —
~ Reception ~
Shrimp Basil Rolls with a Thai Peanut Sauce
Skewered Jerk Chicken topped with a Mango Aioli
* Terrapin Rye Pale Ale *
~ 1st Course ~
Hot Smoked Sockeye Salmon, Salad of Grilled Romain,
Pickled Red Onions, Avocado Vinaigrette
* Terrapin Hopsecutioner *
~ 2nd Course ~
Springer Mountain Chicken Vindaloo, Saffron Basmati Rice
and Raita
* Terrapin Hop Karma Brown Ale *
~ Entree ~
Horseradish Encrusted Berkshire Pork Tenderloin,
Celery Mashed Potatoes, Fava Beans, Rye Squared Molasses
* Terrapin Rye Squared *
~ Dessert ~
Red Velvet and Homemade Marshmallow Moon Pie
with a Mini Godiva Chocolate Malted Milk Shake
* Terrapin Side Project *
Sound delicious? Thought so. The dinner is $42 plus tax/tip. Call 770.801.0069 for Reservations. Time isn’t on the info I received, I’ll post when I find out.
Soho Restaurant
4300 Paces Ferry Road Northwest #107
Atlanta, GA 30339
(770) 801-0069