Inside this issue: In upcoming events, there will be Lebanese food served up at Bailey's plus the Slow Poke Cider Release Party and a four-course wine dinner. Classes go spooky with Halloween cookies decorating and a couple Halloween cocktails classes. In local news, there are two more Halloween pop-ups, and several sad restaurant closure announcements. |
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- Rombauer Wine Dinner is Thursday at 6 p.m. at J. Gilbert's, 1010 Capitol Ave. Menu of four courses and a welcome course, each paired with wine, including grilled halloumi
paired with Romabauer Carneros Chardonnay, cider braised pork belly with gratin paired with Romabuer Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, coffee-rubbed flank steak
paired with Rombauer Napa Valley Merlot, and espresso and chocolate cake paired with Rombauer California Zinfandel. Cost is $135; reserve by calling (531) 222-9218. Must be 21+. - Slow Poke Cider Release Party is Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Glacial Till Cider House & Tasting Room, 1415 Silver St., Ashland, Neb. The limited-edition tangerine cider is a collaboration between Glacial Till and Nebraska Game and Parks, inspired by Nebraska’s state reptile, the Ornate Box Turtle. The free event include turtle trivia and meet & greet with Ornate Box Turtles. Must be 21+.
- Spooky Spirits is Friday from 6 to 10 p.m. at Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft St., featuring themed cocktails, ghoulish garden games, wicked plants, and bone-chilling entertainment. Advance tickets are $20, $15 for garden members. Tickets will only be sold at the door if available ($25, $20 for garden members). Must be 21+.
- Bailey's After Dark featuring Chef Josh Essay is Friday at Bailey's Breakfast & Lunch, 1259 S. 120th St. The Lebanese menu includes smoked chicken shawarma, muhamarra, fatoush, slow roasted lamb and knafeh. Call (402) 932-5577 to make reservations.
- Seventh Annual Chili Crawl is Saturday (new date) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Midtown Crossing, 31st and Farnam. Samplers are $4 at participating restaurants.
- Oktoberfest at The Warehouse, 1414 West Broadway, Council Bluffs, Iowa, is Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m. featuring live Polka music, an authentic German menu, and German beers. Tickets are $40.
- Upcoming Halloween Tea Parties at The Bubbly Tart, 3020 Leavenworth St., are Saturday from noon to 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tea Parties are $60 per person.
- Taps and Apps is Sunday from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at Scriptown Brewing Co., 3922 Farnam St. Try four courses of samplings featuring the flavors of Lazy Buffalo BBQ paired with Scriptown brews. Beer samples will be served in an 8-ounce Scriptown branded tumbler glass that attendees take home. Must be 21+.
Don't forget! Send upcoming food and drink event details to kim@ohmyomaha.com. |
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(Cooking, Decorating & Boozy Classes) - Upcoming cooking classes at Savory Spice, 10919 Elm St.: Beef with mushroom in wine gravy, spaetzles and red cabbage tonight from 6 to 7:30 p.m.; German Schnitzel,, German potato salad, and sauerkraut on Oct. 22 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.; Hungarian goulash, spaetzles, and sauerkraut on Nov. 7 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.; and Beef with mushroom in wine gravy, spaetzles and red cabbage on Nov. 12 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Classes are $31. Call (402) 505-4396 for reservations.
- Passport Tasting Series - François Lurton is Thursday at 6 p.m. at Corkscrew Wine & Cheese, 3908 Farnam St. Cost is $50 and include five pours of wine paired with five cheeses, knowledge about the wines and regions, and gratuity for your server. Must be 21+.
- Halloween Cocktail Class is Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Dundee Dell, 5007 Underwood Ave. Class held in the Pine Room. Cost is $50.
- Upcoming classes at The Bubbly Tart, 3020 Leavenworth St., Macaron Classes ($175) on Friday from 5 to 7/7:30 p.m.; Halloween Themed Cookie Class ($65) on Oct. 26; Macaron Classes ($175) Nov. 9 from 3 to 5/5:30 p.m. and Nov. 10 from 10:30 to 12:30/1 p.m; Pie Classes ($75) on Nov. 23 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. and Nov. 24 for 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; and Cake Decorating Class ($85) on Dec. 28 from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
- Mix and Sip: Spooky Spirits Halloween Edition is Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Time On My Hands, 7020 Maple St. Knockout Mixology will teach attendees two signature cocktails inspired by the Halloween season, complete with creepy garnishes and eerie effects. Cost is $50. Must be 21+.
- Dining Etiquette and Charcuterie Board Class for ages 12+ is Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Leaders 2 Legends Academy, 1423 Ogden St. The first hour covers the essentials of proper dining etiquette for both formal and casual settings; the second hour focuses on designing a visually stunning and delicious charcuterie board. Cost is $60.
- Upcoming classes at Mangelsen's, 3457 S. 84th St.: Halloween Cake Tin Decorating ($60) on Saturday from 3 to 5 p.m. and Advanced Cookie Decorating - Beetlejuice ($125) on Oct. 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Tea Mocktails is Nov. 13 from 6 to 7 p.m. at Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft St. Cost is $20 for members, $25 for non-members.
- Nebraska Extension in Douglas-Sarpy Counties presents Soup Up Your Winter - From Garden to Bowl Class is Nov. 26 at 6:30 p.m. at Nebraska Extension Office, 8015 W. Center Road. Learn how to preserve produce from the garden, and how to make a variety soups and sample four. Cost is $20. Register by Nov. 19.
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(News and Stuff) - Cellar 19 Wine & Deli, 928 Valley View Drive, Suite 19, Council Bluffs, Iowa, announced October drink specials, including The Mummy Martini, Vampire Hunter Sangria, Jack-o-Lantern, and The Witches Brew.
- Barnato Speakeasy Halloween Pop-Up is now open inside Barnato Lounge, 225 N. 170th St. Hours are Wednesday to Saturday from 6 p.m. to close.
- Vis Major Brewing Co., 3501 Center St., is getting its own Halloween pop-up. The Spook-Easy at Vis Major Boo-ery runs Oct. 25-30. There will be specialty drinks and eerie decor.
- CLOSINGS: Three Kids Lobster announced their final day of business will be Oct. 26 at T&T: Trucks & Taps, Patio. Best Burger announced they're closing their brick and mortar location in the Highlander, 2112 N. 30th St. Their catering service and food trailer will continue. Caddy's Kitchen and Cocktails has announced they will close on Oct. 20, though they are keeping the lease at their location. If you cannot use a gift card from Caddy's by the 20th, it will be honored at Big Kel’s Pizza & Wings. The Churro Spot food truck announced Oct. 12 was their last day of operation.
**Send us your news** Send details for grand openings, relocations, closings, etc. to the Omaha Dining Digest. Email your contributions to kim@ohmyomaha.com. |
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- Producer Visit - 2XO with Dixon Dedman is Oct. 22 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Dundee Dell, 5007 Underwood Ave. Whiskies that will be tasted during the event include American Oak, French Oak, Sneakerhead, and Gem of Kentucky. Tickets are $10.
- Beer and Spirits Dinner is Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. at Gather In Omaha, 1108 Howard St., featuring a curated menu paired with craft brews and spirits from Brickway Brewery & Distillery and Lucky Bucket Brewing Co. Drinks presented by Zac Triemert, president & master brewer & food courses presented by Chef Vincent Ormsby and Chef Ian Harvey. Cost is $75. Must be 21+.
- Four Sisters Boutique and Corkscrew Wine & Cheese host Girls Night Out on Oct. 22 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the boutique located at 2900 S. 110th St. Sip wine, shop, and enjoy raffles.
- Upcoming Douglas County Historical Society events include “Lunch at Windsor Castle and Royal Jewelry Sale” is Oct. 23 at 11:30 a.m. at Champions Run, 13800 Eagle Run Drive. Gerald Charles Dickens, great-great-grandson of Charles Dickens, will perform “Dickens and the Queen,” his original work based on accounts of Charles Dickens’ only meeting with Queen Victoria. Tickets $75. “Dickens, Drama and Culinary Delights” is Oct. 24 at 6:00 p.m. at the General Crook House Museum, 5730 N. 30th St. Tickets are $110 and include heavy hors d’oeuvres, libations and high drama as Gerald Charles Dickens performs “Sikes and Nancy,” a haunting excerpt from Oliver Twist. For tickets to the events, call (402) 455-9990 or email admin@douglascohistory.org.
- The Third Annual Hunter’s Harvest Dinner, a celebration of wild game and fish with deep historic ties, at Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel, 302 S. 36th St., is Oct. 24 from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Cost is $225.
- Toppling Goliath Grand Finale (tap takeover) is Oct. 24 at 6 p.m. at Cunningham's Pub & Grill, 10904 W. Center Road.
- The Sat-ra Temple No. 59, Daughters of the Nile Ladies’s Purple Rain 40th Anniversary Party features dinner (spaghetti & meatballs – Prince’s favorite food) and music on Oct. 25. Doors open at 6 p.m., dinner at 7. Tickets are a $15 donation at the door. To help plan for food, seat & table reservations are requested for the event. Contact Event Chair, Emily Pool, at (402) 618-8501 or peko_v@yahoo.com. There will be a costume contest, purple drinks, door prize, and raffle baskets.
- A Night of Haunting Elegance with Chef Clayton Chapman on Oct. 26 at 5 p.m. at The Barn, 204th and Dodge streets. Tickets are $250 and include a six-course dinner and hors d'oeuvres. The night starts with live music and costume contest (with drinks for purchase) from 5 to 6 p.m. Costumes encouraged.
- Comfort Soup Pop-Up Market is Oct. 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Miller Dohrmann Farm, 10025 N. 48th St.
- Metz Beer 160th Anniversary and Czech Dinner is Nov. 1 from 5 to 11 p.m. at Infusion Brewing Co., 6271 S. 118th St. The night includes a ceremonial keg tapping of the Metz Beer Barrel at 5:45; a traditional Czech dinner of Roast Pork, Bread Dumplings, Sweet and Sour Cabbage and Rye bread catered by our friends at Eddies Catering; homemade kolaches from Sixth Street Kolaches; and live music by the Barry Boyce Band. Meals are $20 with your first beer/soft drink included.
- National German-American Friendship Day and the Annual Grape Harvest Dance will be celebrated on Nov. 2 at the German-American Society, 3717 S. 120th St. Doors open at 5 p.m., dinner starts at 6:15. Choice of duck or pork loin. Reservations by Oct. 25. Cost for the meal is $38 for members, $42 for guests, and $12 for kids (age 12 and younger). Dancing only is $12 for members and $15 for guests.
- The Eastern Nebraska Chapter of Bikers Against Child Abuse's Chili Cook Off is Nov. 3 from noon to 4 p.m. at Bogies West, 14334 U St. $10 for unlimited tasting.
- Reuben Fest is Nov. 4-9 at Crescent Moon Ale House, 3578 Farnam St. Menu items will include the classic Reuben sandwich and Reuben egg rolls; more will be announced. Limited number of daily specials will be available. Release times will be at open at 11 a.m. on Mondays through Friday and 10 a.m. on Saturday, and 6 p.m. for dinner service.
- The Princesses of Sat-ra Temple No. 59, Daughters of the Nile are hosting Princess & Pirate Pancake Breakfast on Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. to noon at Tangier Shrine Center, lower level of the building. Breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, milk, orange juice, coffee and water. There will be face painting, stickers, temporary tattoos and treasure chest. Costumes are encouraged. There will also be a free-will bake sale table. Donation of $10 per adult and $5 for kids age 10 & under.
- Paired Whiskey Tasting is Nov. 21 at 6 p.m. at Burdock + Bitters at Omaha Marriott Downtown, 222 N. 10th St. There will be seven courses of small plates paired with Basil Hayden Dark Rye, Old Grandad, Jim Beam 7 Year plus two bonus cocktails. Cost is $115 and includes parking. Must be 21+.
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