Gorge Guide

VALENTINE'S AT THE BALCH

Saturday, February 12, 2011
4 p.m.
The Balch Hotel
Dufur, OR

We have a treat for you this Valentine’s Day! Not only will you enjoy a delicious meal from Jamie Snell owner of the Lamb’s Table, wine tasting by Cerulean Wine in the Columbia Gorge, you can also add a chocolate tasting with Pete Lockhart! Those of you who came to our New Years Eve bash tasted Pete’s concoctions first hand.

Start the evening at 4:00 with Pat Graham, owner of Cerulean Wine, learning what wines pair best with chocolate and dinner. Next, from 4:30-6:00, join Pete learning about chocolate and enjoying a little sampling (he won’t spoil your dinner!) Jeff and I had the honor of experiencing Pete’s chocolate lesson first hand and it was fascinating AND fun! I feel like a beginning connoisseur. And this knowledge came in quite handy last Saturday at the Chocolate Fest in Portland.

Following Pete’s chocolate tasting at 6:30, Jamie has created a four course dining experience that’s sure to top off your fun.

Staying overnight? Dinner is $35 p.p. and chocolate tasting is $20 for two! Mention you read their online blog post (and the Gorge Guide event listing) and receive 20% off your second night (Friday) stay. Wine tasting included. Cerulean wine available for purchase by glass, bottle, or barrel!

Call us for reservations and make your Valentine very happy! 541-467-2277