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The Mint Hosts Five Course Sake Wine Dinner
Menu crafted by Chef Johnny Chu, Hosted by Sommelier David Johnson

Who:    Sake enthusiasts, fans of creative Japanese cuisine, and anyone looking to be educated about the tastes of sake.
                                   
What:   There are a few things you may not know about sake, wine’s lesser known sibling. Sake is made from rice, brewed like beer, drank like wine, and is equally as diverse as both.

Rice, the main ingredient in sake is not your typical table rice. In Japan, there are about 80 varieties of sake rice and each contributes unique flavors and characteristics to every bottle.

To help people understand and appreciate this eastern treat, The Mint in Old Town Scottsdale is teaching by example, offering a Five Course Sake Wine Dinner.
1stCourse
Soup Gyoza: Steamed pork dumplings filled with broth set atop fresh ginger
Paired with
Chiyonosono “Sacred Power” Junmai Ginjo
2nd Course
Gingered Duck Salad: Shredded cabbage with basil and mint served on Prawn crisps
Paired with
Konteki “Pearls of Simplicity” Junmai Daiginjo
3rd Course
Spicy Garlic Shrimp: Served with a spicy pepper sauce topped with Asian Mint
Paired with
Kanbara “Bride of the Fox” Junmai Ginjo
4th Course
Sweet Ginger Cod: Top with fried onion, pineapple and white sesame
Paired with
Minato “Harbor” Tsuchizaki Futsuu-Shu
Dessert
Red Bean Rice pudding served with a sweet coconut sauce
Paired with
Tozai “Snow Maiden” Nigori Junmai
Tickets are $65 per person, tax and gratuity not included. Since seats are limited, please call in advance to book your reservations. To make reservations please contact Mark Dow, Assistant General Manager at 480.283.3613 or the Sommelier David Johnson at 602.214.8076.

When:  Wednesday November 16th, 2011 at 7:00PM

Where: The Mint
7373 E. Camelback Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480.947.6468
Mark Dow, Assistant General Manager: 480.283.3613; David Johnson, Sommelier: 602.214.8076
www.themintaz.com