The Matador Cantina
111 Harbor Blvd,
CA-92832
(714) 871-8226
www.thematador.com
CuisineType : Mexican
Join us for our first dinner pairing of 2012! We kick off our monthly pairings, scheduled every third Thursday, with a celebration of small batch bourbons and a specialty menu by executive chef David Dennis
The 5-course menu will be wonderfully paired with a selection of the finest aged small batch bourbons in the world including Maker’s Mark, Maker’s "46" and Knob Creek
By reservation only at 714.871.8226.
$55 plus tax & gratuity.
Limited to only 30 guests
STARTERBibb lettuce, smoked pecans, fennel with black berry vinaigrettePaired with Blackberry Sour cocktailSECOND COURSESmoked salmon and leek chowderPaired with Maker’s “46” neat. Rich, creamy, seared oak flavors. Caramel and vanilla notes, with a crusty, bread-like wheat undertone. Nice, welcome cinnamon spice balance with welcome Oaky finishTHIRD COURSEBacon wrapped scallops with a mango bourbon chutneyPaired with Knob Creek aged 9 years, neat. Features nutty, fruity nose, vanilla-orange-caramel sweetness, and balance of rye spiceENTRÉEVenison with a cherry bourbon glaze served with Brussels sprouts and celery root mash potatoesPaired with Manhattan Shuffle cocktailDESSERTFresh apple pear bourbon crispPaired with Spiced Apple Toddy, house-infused apple cinnamon Maker’s Mark
