HOUSTON – The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center presents its annual Valentine’s-themed ‘Tapas On The Trails’ event, back by popular demand next Saturday, February 15th.
The annual event helps raise funds for conservation and education efforts for the Arboretum, and it features tasty tapas and perfectly paired beverages.
This special evening features the arboretum’s softly lit trails, coast-to-coast classic dishes, and specially selected beer and wine.
This special evening features a leisurely walk on softly lit trails. With a focus on Coast-to-Coast Classics, guests will experience five food stops and sample specially selected beers and wines.
The menu is crafted by expert chefs at Cotton Culinary, Kelly Prohl of Double Decanted, and Lennie Ambrose of Saint Arnold Brewing Company.
Here is what’s on the menu:
- Station 1 | Blackened Shrimp Deviled Eggs
- Wine pairing: Days of Youth, The Diver, Sparkling Brut - CA
- Beer pairing: Harmony IPA
- Station 2 | Porcini Mushroom Beggars Purse
- Wine pairing: Hedges CMS – Columbia Valley, WA
- Beer pairing: Amber Ale
- Station 3 | Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
- Wine pairing: Stoller Family Estate Chardonnay – Willamette Valley, OR
- Beer pairing: Eclipse IPA
- Palate Cleanser | Rhubarb & Star Anise Sorbet
- Beer Pairing: Hop Spring
- Station 4 | Mexican Shaved Street Taco
- Wine pairing: Aviary Cabernet – CA
- Beer pairing: Art Car IPA
- Station 5: Raspberry Sopapilla Cheesecake
- All previous wine pairings available
- Beer pairing: Irish Hello
For more information or to buy tickets, click HERE!
Watch as Lauren Kelly gets a special preview with Christine Mansfield, Houston Arboretum Senior Director of Marketing and Development, and Wade Schindler, Cotton Culinary Executive Chef ahead of next weekend’s fun event.