Rambling Rosé

In the hottest part of the summer, Culinaria reminds you that a perfect summer wine, especially for Texas’ spicy food, is a great, dry rosé. Rambling Rosé will again be hosted by Becker Vineyards, Saturday, Aug. 11. You’ll participate in a blind tasting of a varied selection of rosés along with a panel who will lead the discussion on the quality of the wines and palate of flavors.

Chef John Brand of Las Canarias at the Omni La Mansion del Rio Hotel and Ostra at Mokara will provide tastes of food that goes well with a cool glass of rosé to complete the day.

There are two sessions: 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. The cost is $25 per person. Click here to make your reservations. Becker Vineyards is off Highway 290, near Stonewall, on Jenschke Lane.

Culinaria’s Restaurant Week, Aug. 18-25

Get ready for a week of culinary adventure and exploration! Enjoy a wonderfully crafted, specially priced three-course meal for $15 at lunch or $35 at dinner.

Keep informed by following Culinaria on Twitter @culinariasa, for updates. SavorSA, @mysavorsa will also be tweeting updates as we receive them. Restaurant Week reservations are not required; however making them is a good idea. Make your reservations by calling the participating restaurants.

 Check in frequently at culinariasa.org to view the list of participating locations.

Sandy Oaks Passport Adventure dinners are set in the Orchard’s spacious main barn area — which houses the Italian olive press.

If you are looking for a dining adventure that is out of the ordinary but excellent, one is coming up this Friday.

The country of Lebanon is known for its delicious foods, and Sandy Oaks Olive Orchard chef Scott Grimmitt will be showcasing Lebanese dishes in five courses.

This is the Orchard’s next Passport Adventure in the series. It’s called Exploring the Roots of the Olive.  You’ll taste the wines, cheeses and olive oils from Lebanon, along with Lebanese hummus and pickled vegetables, Grilled Kofta with Garlic Sauce and Tabbouleh, Manoush (Flatbread Pizza), Lebanese Chicken and Koushari and, for dessert, Basbousa Semolina Cake with Rose Water Syrup and Stuffed Dates.

The drive out to the Orchard is pleasant and takes about 25 minutes from downtown. The dinners are comfortable and casual, yet impeccably prepared and presented. The spacious setting is unique, and this enjoyable evening will be unlike any other dining experience you’ll have in San Antonio.

Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 10. It is $55 per person and you’ll need to make reservations at 210-621-0044 or go to www.sandyoaks.com for more information. Sandy Oaks Olive Orchard is at 25195 Mathis Road, near Elmendorf.