Warm Weather Specials from Patou… Friday, May 9, 2008

The weather has finally broken and Chef/Owner Patrice Rames is rolling out his warm-weather specials that are sure to please.

Pile ou Face Tuesdays at Patou
“Heads or Tails”

Beginning on Tuesday nights in May, the cost of dinner at Patou will be determined by the toss of a coin.

After enjoying dinner from Patou’s a la carte menu, your server will ask you to choose “Pile ou Face” (Heads or Tails). They will flip the coin and if you chose the correct side, the food portion of your meal will be complimentary!

Call 215-928-2987 or click here for reservations.

See below for more specials…

Pierre Robert Wine Tasting at Horizons Thursday, May 8, 2008

~TUESDAY, MAY 13 at 7:00 PM~ WMMR’s Pierre Robert Hosts Wine Tasting at Horizons Pierre Robert is wining & dining his way across the Delaware Valley with his eponymous wine, Pierreno Grigio created by Chaddsford Winery. Pierre’s next stop on the wine tour is Horizons at 611 S. 7th Street (between South & Bainbridge Streets) in Philadelphia.

Dining Out on Mother’s Day Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Great Dining Choices for Mother’s Day: 333 Belrose, Ansill, Basil, Bistro St Tropez, Gypsy Saloon,Nectar, Patou, Pond & Tango… Don’t know where to go this Mother’s Day Sunday, May 11th? We’ve got some great restaurant choices to make Mom’s special day the best! Start her day off right and let someone else do the cooking. From fancy to laid back, here are a few suggestions that are sure to have what you’re looking for.

Wining & Dining with Pierre Robert Featured in Daily News Thursday, April 24, 2008

Photos: JILLIAN BAUER / For the Daily News

Robert (above left) and Ralph Pallarino sample a vegetarian dish; a bottle of Pierreno Grigio (left).

Wine with a spin: Chaddsford label toasts vintage DJ Pierre Robert

By APRIL LISANTE
Philadelphia Daily News

WHAT DO you get when you mix two legendary rock musicians, a famous off-Broadway director, a masseuse, an interior designer, a publicist, a songwriter and an infamous DJ?

A typical weekend get-together for 93.3-WMMR radio icon Pierre Robert and his close friends.

The Daily News was there on a recent Sunday night as the weekday DJ and pals gathered at a friend’s Radnor townhouse, as they often do, for a laid-back evening of food, conversation and mellow lounge music.

This time there was a purpose to the party: the recent debut of a 2006 Chaddsford Winery pinot grigio aptly named Pierreno Grigio after the honey-voiced song spinner.

Ansill Featured in Philadelphia Weekly Wednesday, April 23, 2008

Photo by Michael Persico

Restaurant Review

Ansill

by Adam Erace

Pif is gone. Mengech is gone. Offal and eggs and innards are (mostly) gone. People say change is good, but they’re rarely right. Especially when the original formula worked as well as it does at David Ansill’s eponymous emporium of small plate hotness.

The cozy neighborhoody atmosphere is still the same, with its big wood-framed windows and walls painted fava-bean green. Brittle-boned Queen Villagers still sip sparkly French rose at the oak tables, and Saison sponges in skinny jeans still suck down oysters and Stoudts at the handsome bar—only now they cost $1 and $3 each at Ansill’s mother-shuckin’ dealsky of a happy hour.To be fair, Ansill’s status as the de facto spot for innards and odd parts was more of a convenient pres pigeonhole than a well- deserved reputation. The menu is long and varied; the dishes described simply without invoking a single farmer.

There might be three things, tops, the average eater would consider weird. If this little blond kindergartener at the table next to me can put away the lamb osso bucco sandwich—buttery tatters of braised baa-baa, piled on a raft of toasted brioche, and capped with a button of toasted marrow—believe me, you can too.

Wine & Dine with Pierre Robert at Kildare’s on April 23rd Thursday, April 17, 2008

WMMR’s Pierre Robert Hosts Wine Dinner
at Kildare’s in King of Prussia

Wine & Dine with Pierre Robert
Wednesday, April 23rd at Kildare’s in King of Prussia

Pierre Robert is wining & dining his way across the Delaware Valley with his eponymous wine, Pierreno Grigio created by Chaddsford Winery, and will make his stop at Kildare’s in King of Prussia on Wednesday, April 23rd.

Be sure to tune into Pierre’s show on WMMR April 21st ,as Dave Magrogan reveals more details on the dinner and also a chance to dine with Pierre at his table…on the house!!

In honor of Pierre Robert, Chef Brian Duffy will offer some of his favorite Vegetarian Dishes. Kildare’s a la carte menu will also be available.

The Pierre Robert wine dinner will include a half-hour meet & greet with the legendary DJ. The evening begins at 7:00pm. Dinner starts at 7:30pm.

Make your Reservations today!

Kildare’s King of Prussia
826 West Dekalb Pike
King of Prussia, PA
610.337.4772
kildarespub.com

Wine & Dine with Pierre Robert at Gypsy Saloon on April 29th Thursday, April 17, 2008

Wine & Dine with WMMR’s Pierre Robert
at Gypsy Saloon!

Vintage wine meets vintage vinyl as Chaddsford Winery introduces their 2006 Pinot Grigio, named for WMMR radio personality and longtime Philadelphian, Pierre Robert.

Come to Gypsy Saloon on Tuesday, April 29th for your chance to wine and dine with Pierre. Tune into Pierre’s show on WMMR April 24th for more details on how to join him for dinner at his table…on the house!!

The Pierre Robert wine dinner will include a half-hour meet & greet with the legendary DJ. The evening begins at 7:00pm. Dinner starts at 7:30pm. Gypsy Saloon’s full a la carte menu will be offered along with specials created featuring Pierreno Grigio.

And be sure to check out the April 24th issue of the Daily News for a behind the scenes story on Pierre Robert.

Here is a sneak peek at the special menu…

Stella Blu’s New Late-Night Lounge Thursday, April 17, 2008

Stella Blu’s Late-Night Lounge Debuts

Fridays in the suburbs just got a great after-dinner option… Stella Blu turns into a sophisticated lounge every Friday beginning at 10:00pm.

Dance to the sounds of DJ Gino, spinning Classic Disco, Motown and favorites from the 60s, 70s and 80s.

Stella Blu’s late-night lounge is the perfect place for a nightcap, where a mature after-dinner crowd can sip a martini or a nice glass of wine and dance the night away!

Stella Blu

101 Ford Street
West Conshohocken, PA 19428
Phone: 610-825-7060
www.stellablurestaurant.com

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333 Belrose: New Spring Menu, Mother’s Day & More Thursday, April 17, 2008

Chef Carlo deMarco debuts New spring menu


The daffodils have bloomed and the tulips are budding. Which means it’s time for Carlo deMarco’s new spring menu. Chef deMarco cooks up dishes carefully crafted for the seasonal freshness and special tastes associated with springtime.

Try delicious new appetizers like Jumbo Lump Crabcake with poblano-corn sauce and Handmade Empanada Duo with mole braised beef and smoked chicken.

Mouthwatering new entrees include, Caprese Style Grilled Shrimp & Scallops with roma tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil pesto grilled garlic bread and Wood Grilled Wagyu Beef Strip Steak “Oscar Style”.

Call 610.293.1000 for reservations.

Ansill for Earth Day, late-night & every night! Thursday, April 17, 2008

Ansill’s Earth Day Offerings…

Plus new late-night menu
& Pif’s season finale.

On Tuesday, April 22nd through Friday, April 25th Chef David Ansill will show his green by celebrating Earth Day with a four-course menu that focuses on organic, local and sustainable food products.

The cost is $55 per person and does not include tax & gratuity. Ansill’s a la carte menu will also be available.

See menu below…

Passover Dinner at bistro M: Eat in or take out Thursday, April 10, 2008

Pass Over cooking at home with Murray’s Main Line & bistro M

Murray’s Main Line & bistro M pay tribute to the traditional flavors of Passover with their Sumptuous Seder. This special Passover menu will be served on Saturday, April 19 and Sunday, April 20. The a la carte menu will also be offered.

The cost is $38 per person. Tax and gratuity are not included. Call 610.644.1010 for reservations.

Passover Seder Menu

Pierre Robert Hosts Area Wine Dinners Wednesday, April 9, 2008

Wine & dine with WMMR’s Pierre Robert… ________________________________________ Pierreno Grigio wine dinners offered at 7 area restaurants. This April, May and June WMMR’s Pierre Robert will be wining & dining his way across the Delaware Valley with his eponymous wine, Pierreno Grigio created by Chaddsford Winery. Pierreno Grigio wine dinners will include half-hour meet & greet sessions with the legendary DJ, and will feature special vegetarian dishes and prix-fixe menus. *Meet & greets will be limited to people who have dinner reservations and purchase wine. In addition, at each dinner, one lucky winner (chosen in a contest on WMMR) and their guest will join Pierre at his table for the meal. Listen to WMMR beginning April 9th for details. Pierreno Grigio will also be available at Chaddsford Winery and its three sales locations, Peddler’s Village (Street Road and Route 202 in New Hope), Springfield Mall Wine Shop (Baltimore Pike and West Sproul Road in Springfield), and the Ardmore Farmer’s Market (Coulter Avenue and St. James Place in Ardmore), as well as through their website. The bottle will bear a tie-dye label with Robert’s likeness. Winemaker Eric Miller describes the wine as “very refreshing,” with a “crisp, clean acidity; zesty, juicy fruit; and a mouth-watering, long, lively finish.” Restaurants hosting dinners will include Pierreno Grigio on their wine lists beginning this April. Upcoming Pierreno Grigio Wine Dinners…

Bella Luna Pizza Kitchen Open on Sundays Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Bella Luna Pizza Kitchen… Open Sundays, new catering menu & website launches! Open Sundays Bella Luna Pizza Kitchen  will be open on Sundays beginning in March 30th. Sunday hours are 2:00pm - 9:00pm. Click here to see the full menu. New Catering Menu With graduation, Holy Communion and Spring Flings approaching, Bella Luna Pizza Kitchen is now taking orders for your catering needs. Whether you need pizza, sandwiches or a hot buffet for 1, 2 or 200, Bella Luna Pizza Kitchen is here to serve you! Click here to see the catering menu.

Passover Dinner at Pond & Bistro Cassis in Radnor Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Passover Dinner at Pond Restaurant
& Bistro Cassis

Executive Chef Abde Darouch will serve his Passover Style Menu at both Pond Restaurant & Bistro Cassis from Saturday, April 19th through Friday, April 25th.

Soak in the picturesque setting while dining on Chef Dahrouch’s 3-course holiday menu. The cost is $38 per person. Pond’s & Bistro Cassis’ a la carte menus will also be available. Call 610-293-9411 for reservations.

Bistro Cassis Reviewed by aroundphilly.com’s Ken Alan Thursday, March 13, 2008

The ‘Burbs: Bistro Cassis
By: Ken Alan

Two swans glide gracefully across the cerulean waterways that arc among green manicured lawns and perfectly tended flora in front of Pond. The light terra cotta restaurant splays resplendently, an Italianate structure of vast proportions, appearing dramatically if not unmistakably Main Line. They don’t make them like this anymore.

WMMR’s Pierre Robert & Chaddsford Winery Team up for “Pierreno Grigio” Wednesday, March 12, 2008

On April 9, vintage wine will meet vintage vinyl when Chaddsford Winery introduces their 2006 Pinot Grigio, named for WMMR radio personality and longtime Philadelphian Pierre Robert.

Pierreno Grigio will flow at several local watering holes throughout the spring and early summer, including wine dinners at:

Chef David Ansill Featured on Don Poleck’s World Tuesday, March 11, 2008

“A Culinary Feet”… Chef David Ansill is featured for one of his culinary specialties on Actions News’ Don Poleck’s World:

View video here

Join Basil, Nectar and Tango on Easter Sunday for Brunch and Dinner Monday, March 10, 2008

Easter Sunday is the perfect occasion to bring family and friends together. This March 23rd, Basil, Nectar and Tango have come up with some great dining options that will spare you from the shopping, cooking and clean-up…

Win $50 Gift Certificate to Doc Magrogan’s Wednesday, March 5, 2008

Each month, Dish will award a $50 gift certificate to one of the area’s best restaurants. Congratulations to Laura, who won February’s giveaway to Pond Restaurant in Radnor.

March’s featured restaurant is Doc Magrogan’s Oyster House in West Chester. Click “more” for your chance to win…

Doc Magrogan’s Oyster House: Two Great prix-fixe dinners to choose from… Wednesday, March 5, 2008

3-Course Oyster & Wine Dinner
Plus Open Oyster Hour 6:00 - 7:00pm

On Tuesday, March 11th Doc Magrogan’s will introduce their first 3-Course Oyster & Wine dinner. The 3-Course Menu and wine pairing will begin with an “Open Oyster Hour” at 6:00pm. The cost is $45 per person. Does not include tax or gratuity.

Be sure to come back on Tuesday, March 25th for another 3-Course menu and wine pairing…