BLACK TRUMPET CALENDAR
Black Trumpet is available for social and work parties large and small. The dining room can be rented out for groups of up to 30 people for a seated dinner, or more for cocktail parties. And smaller groups wil find an ideal, cozy setting for a more intimate gathering. For more information please contact Denise Mallett at denise@blacktrumpetbistro.com or 603-431-0887.
CHEF EVAN MALLETT MAKES GUEST CHEF APPEARANCE
On April 5, Chef Evan Mallett will be the guest chef at Gracie's restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island. Gracie's hosts a Star Chef series of wine dinners and Chef Evan was flattered to have been invited by winemaker Michael Honig and Gracie's chef, Joseph Hafner, to collaborate on a dinner paired with Honig wines. For more information or reservations, call Gracie's at 401-272-7811.
WINTER WINE DINNER SERIES
Our 2010 wine dinner season is here, and we are thrilled to be featuring some really exciting wines, winemakers and importers. Partaking in these great wines is reason enough to attend our special dinners, but the food pairings make each one unique and fun. Two years ago, Michael Honig of Napa's acclaimed Honig Winery said this about Black Trumpet's Honig Wine Dinner: "The pairings were perfect; it was one of the best wine dinners I have ever been a part of." What makes Black Trumpet wine dinners different is the uniquely wine-reverent approach; the menus are designed to spotlight the wines, not overpower them.
At each dinner our featured wine guest and chef Evan will present the wines and dishes, respectively, talking a little about how food and wine pairings are chosen. This year, in order to accommodate people's schedules, we have scheduled these dinners on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Prices for each dinner vary depending on the prices of the wines and the number of wines being featured. The season offers a little bit of everything. Check out our calendar to see which special events might best suit your tastes, or--better yet--explore a new area you know little about.
ITALIAN WINE DINNER - Wed, March 24
Black Trumpet is proud to present Niall McCallum of Empson USA, the 2005 Wine Spectator Importer of the Year. Empson’s founders are credited with introducing the American market to wines ranging from chianti to Gaja. Their decades-long connection to Italy has forged relationships with some of the country’s finest winemakers, as well as many small producers who will be the great winemakers of tomorrow.
Niall will be presenting five outstanding wines, including one just voted in the Top 100 wines in the world! Chef Evan and sous chef Mike Piergrossi will be drawing on inspiration from regional Italian cuisine. Each dish will be designed to match the exceptional wines from Empson.
Evan has really been looking forward to this dinner. We hope to see you there.
Italian Wine Dinner
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
6:30 PM
Featuring five courses
Paired with wines from Empson USA
$75 per person
RESTAURANT WEEK PORTSMOUTH
Restaurant Week Menu, Spring 2010
March 26-April 3
FIRST COURSE
Asparagus and Fennel Cream Soup with Maine Crab
or
Radicchio Salad with spiced nuts, blue cheese and balsamic vinaigrette
SECOND COURSE
Roasted Pepper, Goat Cheese and Spinach Lasagne
served with tomato rhubarb vodka sauce
or
Niman Ranch Pork Sirloin Steak with cheesy polenta
and fava bean-mushroom ragout
DESSERT
Chocolate Phyllo Bird’s Nest with peanut butter crème anglaise
and whipped banana mousse
BLACK TRUMPET FIXE
BT FIXE -- as in "Get your fix," "The fix is in," "Fix it yourself"and "Fixation" -- is derived from the French "prix fixe" concept. We have Americanized and simplified to fit these times of more simple living. Call, make a reservation, or just drop in any time. We are open seven nights a week for dinner. The wine bar opens at 5:00 and the dining room opens at 5:30. 603-431-0887.
THE FACTS:
-Every Sunday through Thursday until the end of May
-Three Courses, including dessert, for only $21!
-Scoville Mondays: John brings the heat for chile-heads
-All Vegetarian Tuesdays
-May not be available on some holidays and special events such as Restaurant Week
NEWS
"Chefs Showcase Heirloom Vegetables", Boston Globe, October 14, 2009
"All aboard the Ark of Taste", Portsmouth Herald, October 7, 2009
"Slow Down and Stay for Dinner", Gourmet, October, 2009
"Take 10 - A Tank Away", Boston Globe, Sunday Travel Section, June 14, 2009
"Fifty Plates", Bon Appetit, What to Eat in New Hampshire: Foraged Mushrooms at Black Trumpet. May 2009
"Planting the Seeds of Sustainable Agriculture" The Wire, March 2009
"Farmers, chefs unite to preserve local use of rare seeds" Portsmouth Herald , March 9, 2009
"Four Wines - Four Chefs", New Hampshire Magazine, January, 2009.
"In The Kitchen With Evan Mallett", Portsmouth Herald, June 11, 2008.
New Hampshire Magazine names Black Trumpet as one of the 21 best bars in the state. (June 2008)
New Hampshire Magazine's Best of New Hampshire for "Best Mushrooms" (June 2008)
Yankee Magazine's Travel Guide's Editors Choice. (May 2008)
Boston Magazine's Best of New England. (May 2008)
"An International Flair For Local Ingredients", New Hampshire Home (March/April 2008)
"A gourmet contribution: Portsmouth bistro owner serves up donation to AIDS group", Fosters Daily Democrat (Feb 25, 2008)
"20 Best Restaurants" Named Best Restaurant of 2007 by Seacoast area chefs for Portsmouth Magazine's annual Restaurant Issue. (October, 2007)
"Familiar faces, fresh flavors", Union Leader (May 2007)
"The Seasoning of a Chef", New Hampshire Magazine (May, 2007)
FRIENDS OF BLACK TRUMPET
At Black Trumpet we are fortunate to be a part of the greater Seacoast community which has so much to offer its residents and out-of-town guests. Listed below are a few places and organizations that are a key part of life here, and may also make a visit to the area more complete.
OUT AND ABOUT
Tugboat Alley - Offering a gift shop and private harbor tours on a real tugboat.
Prescott Park - Portsmouth's waterfront park with beautiful gardens and live theater.
Strawbery Banke Museum - A living, historic waterfront museum featuring homes and exhibit from three centuries.
WHERE TO STAY
Ale House Inn - 121 Bow St. Newly renovated, a blend of urban style and history.
Martin Hill Inn - 404 Islington St. Beautiful, historic B&B with relaxing gardens.
Portsmouth Harbor Inn & Spa - 6 Water St. Kittery, ME. Relaxing inn with full spa services.
MEDIA & INFORMATION
The Wire - Local free arts and culture newspaper.
PortsmouthNH.com - a comprehensive source of businesses and information about the Seacoast.
Seacoast Local - An organization of businesses and individuals who promote a dynamic and sustainable community on the Seacoast.
FOOD & WINE
Slow Food Seacoast - Our local branch of Slow Food, dedicated to a more relaxed pace of life through enjoyment of good, clean and fair food.
Ceres St. Wine - Shop owner, David Campbell can fit you with the right bottle(s) of wine for any occision.
Corks and Curds - 13 Commercial Aly / Excellent stop for wine and cheese selections.
Enoteca Italiana - 35 Walker St. Kittery / Across the bridge into Maine, this specialty shop offers excellent and unusual beer, wine, cheese and many perfect options for home, picnics or gifts.
MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
Press Room - Local's favorite pub featuring music nightly, great beer and vibe.
The Music Hall - The Seacoast's excellent performing arts center.
Red Door - Late night lounge with live music, DJs and excellent martinis.
