Whisky Pairing Dinner - A Culinary Christmas Carol

Join us for an exclusive opportunity to taste whiskies from around the world, including our Maker's Mark Estéban Reserve Bourbon Whisky. A memorable 4-Course evening with Dickens and his spirits.

Estéban Restaurant Announces Dinner with Dickens & The Three Spirits

Step into the enchanting world of Charles Dickens this holiday season at Estéban Restaurant's Dinner with Dickens & The Three Spirits. Join us for a culinary journey on Wednesday, December 10, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for a magical evening filled with delightful food, exquisite whisk(e)y, and the warmth of holiday cheer. This four-course dinner, priced at $145.00 all-inclusive per person, begins with a welcome reception, followed by a thoughtfully curated four-course meal.

This immersive dining experience is a modern twist on the beloved tale, A Christmas Carol. Guests will be treated to a lavish multi-course whisk(e)y dinner, expertly crafted by Executive Chef Steven Patlan, who pairs courses with a selection of fine whiskies from around the world that echo the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Future.

The Whisk(e)y Dinner at Estéban Restaurant is a fantastic opportunity to delve into the art and craftsmanship of whiskies from around the world, including enjoying our proprietary Maker’s Mark Estéban Reserve, created behind cellar doors at the Maker’s Mark Distillery in Kentucky.

With limited seating, we encourage you to reserve your place early for this unforgettable event. A swag bag is included for each guest!

Info: The evening begins with a signature Dickens Cocktail, featuring champagne and a festive whisky punch, made from his own recipe, along with Pacific Oysters served with pomegranate granita and caviar blinis.

Info: The first course, Christmas Past, features the smooth sophistication of two Japanese whiskies, Hibiki Harmony and Kikori Rice Whisky. They’re perfectly paired with Chef Patlan’s Nori-Crusted Diver Scallops, served with roasted Japanese sweet potato, smoked brown butter truffle honey, and marinated seaweed.

Info: The second course, Christmas Present, features American whiskey spirits, including our Maker’s Mark Estéban Private Reserve Bourbon and Basil Hayden’s Dark Rye. This is served with pan-seared duck breast, forbidden black rice, coconut milk, huckleberry glaze, and crispy delicata squash.

Info: Christmas Future, the third course, showcases the rich, indulgent, and complex profiles of Scotch whisky, featuring Speyburn Arranta Casks and a 12-year-old Bowmore Sherry Oak. This complements Chef Patlan’s Snake River Farms Wagyu Zabuton Block Steak, accompanied by dry-aged beef fat potato purée and pickled mustard seeds.

Info: To finish, Chef’s Sticky Toffee Pudding, featuring caramelized pear, whisky butterscotch, caramel sea salt gelato, and spiced crispy phyllo, is paired with "the other spirit," Nirvana Paul John Indian Whisky.

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