French Dining Experience Comes To Pflugerville

PFLUGERVILLE, TX —Ask any food expert and they'll likely tell you a bit about the influence of French cuisine in the Western food scene. So much in fact, that did you know the word "restaurant" is derived from the French verb "restaurer" or to restore? The French contribution to our food culture is most evident when you learn that the world’s first restaurant opened in Paris in 1765 when a Frenchman, Boulanger, added cooked lamb to a stew he sold in his shop.

The repertoire of any accomplished chef likely includes one element or another that plays to mystique of French cuisine. To introduce the community to the tastes and delights of French food, Spare Time Texas will host The French Connection Drink Pairing Dinner in Pflugerville. The event features a delicious French-themed dining experience including the traditional 4 courses of classically prepared dishes offered with French wines and cocktails.

The menu includes:

ONION SOUP GRATINEE: Classic French soup with crouton and gruyere cheese, paired with Oregon 99 West Pinot Gris Famous burgundy varietal from Alsace region of France

COQUILLES ST. JACQUES: Scallops poached in vermouth over mushroom duxelles with cream sauce Paired with a French 75. French cocktail: Gin, champagne, lemon juice and honey

BOEUF BOURGUIGNON:Beef braised in red wine with pearl onions, carrots and mushrooms; served over roasted garlic pomme puree, paired with Chateau Pegau Cotes du Rhone Villages. Rich and intense blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre varietals

TARTE TATIN A LA MODE: Apple tart vanilla ice cream, paired with a Sparkling Cider. Handcrafted spiced apple cider and French Rose champagne

Space is limited and guests are encouraged to purchase tickets early. For tickets and more information, click HERE.

Event Details

The French Connection - Drink Pairing Dinner

Friday, Nov. 22 from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Spare Time Texas

1724 FM-685, Pflugerville, Texas 78660

website: Spare Time Texas

For more events, be sure and check out the Pflugerville Patch Events Calendar.