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San Pedro Brewing Company Take Gold

The San Diego Fair International Beer Competition results are in !!

I am proud, as a San Pedran, to announce that San Pedro Brewing Company has won the GOLD medal for its Pedro Pilsner!
It beat out a German Brewery: Kulmbacher Pils, and New Belgium Brewing Co. (That's the brewery that makes Fat Tire).
This event pits a number of excellent breweries against each other, (some BIG and some tiny, - like San Pedro Brewing). I think it appropriate that James won gold in the Pilsner category, - a style originally from The Czech Republic, where James Brown (SPBC's owner) used to work and where his brewing equipment was built.

Jason Welke, the SPBC brewer, also brought home an honorable mention for their venerable Shanghai Red Ale. Excellent work, Jason!!
More info at: Sanpedrobrewing (no www)
Come down and try San Pedro Brewing Company's award winning beers!!  A link to all winners is below.
Cheers,
Andrew Silber

Results of 2009 San Diego International Beer Competition

Edge of Seattle Cooking, Father's Day Special

In This Issue Featured Chef Menu from Provence Featured Chef  Eddy Rico Chef Eddy is a true Frenchman from Provence,  where it is blessed by the sun..sumptuous and delicious flavors await you from the south of France.  Provence is know for a terroir that produces aromatic and savory native products.  The combination of these flavors and the fresh local ingredients...are not only delicious but economical too. Join him in "la cuisine" and with his guidance  prepare a meal of traditional regional dishes of Provence in the Spring.   3:00-9:00= 6 hrs.   $99.00  Go to our cooking website    May 30   3:00-9:00    Provence crostini   Mini eggplant and mint salad   Grilled mediterranean beef and green risotto   "Pink" pears poached in red chili pepper sauce               L'Auberge Edge of Seattle a French Country Inn in Woodinville Wine Country Seattle Metro Area Culinary Edible Vacation Destination There is no place like Seattle's Woodinville Wine Country to spend your time cooking hands-on French Regional dishes, drinking wine and learning about the great winemakers that help make Washington an amazing culinary vacation destination.   Try our exclusive Two Night Three Day fun filled package, or call us to change/delete as you see fit.  Check out the details Our Price: $ 1267.00 Edge of Seattle Cooking Newsletter (425) 844-4102    Bonjour, Hello Everyone:   The weeds are out along with the flowers...so much to do and not enough time in the day to do it all.  Besides our garden growing like crazy...we've also had a lot happening at our French Country Inn this month of May.  Our last French Regional Cooking Class for May with Chef Eddy Rico...is coming up soon on May 30th.  This month it's been all about Provence!  This is also the time of year where we get lots of guests spending the night with us that are from other parts of the world...yes, we are busy; but give us a call, we may just have room for you!  Call me to check on the openings at our Inn and our hands-on cooking class. (425) 844-4102 Our Auberge French Country Inn Father's Day Special $149.00   Buy 4 get on FREE   This class was so popular in March...that we decided to do another this month of June celebrating Dad's Day and the beginning of summer!  book 4 get one free, book 3 get 50% off the third. Regional Louisiana/Cajun Cuisine Hors D'oeuvre Osters Bienville Kathy Cuvee Viognier   Fish Spiced Pan Fried Trout a la Meuniere Pasco Robles Zinfandel   Entree Grillades Beef Stew with Herbed Creamy Grits Monte Rosso Zinfandel   Dessert Bananas Foster Desiree Chocolate   Offer Expires:  June 21, 2009Check out the details Come for a visit and experience the French Joie de Vivre..whether it is to spend the night with us or to partake in one of our culinary events...you are sure to feel like you are in an unusual place where you'll soon realize we are into the details and the personal touch.   A Bientot,   Nancy Gates-Douglas; Proprietress Edge of Seattle Cooking (425) 844-4102

The Whale & Ale San Pedro CA - Events for May 2009

1) Mother's Day is May 10th, I have put this first because Moms are rather important! Mother’s Day, 2009, Sunday May 10th from Noon to 8 p.m. a large menu, with all sorts of delicious dishes; and we are giving every Mom a glass of French pink champagne, on us! So… it doesn't get much better than that! Come and celebrate Mother’s Day with us Mother's Day Menu at: Rathcoursey Emerald Soup: wild lettuces, arugula, butter lettuce, watercress puréed in chicken stock (18th century Irish recipe) 5.95 The Whale & Ale house salad of fresh mixed lettuces with blue cheese, mushrooms, walnuts & peppery homemade creamy dressing 4.85 Whale & Ale Crab Cakes; served with mixed greens and citrus dressing 11.15 Ploughman's plate: one grilled English banger sausage, small house salad wedge of English Cheddar cheese, Branston pickle 10.55 Fish & Chips Atlantic Cod deep fried in beer batter & English chips 15.95 Filet of Fresh Halibut with puréed English peas 22.55 Baked fresh Scottish salmon filet, fresh vegetables, mashed russet potatoes 19.55 Lobster Raviolis, tossed in Parmesan cream sauce with peas & prosciutto 16.75 Carved Fresh Roast Turkey: fresh vegetables, mashed russet potatoes, country gravy, housemade stuffing & cranberry sauce 15.25 Twice-roasted Duckling & Cumberland sauce (redcurrants simmered in port wine with citrus juices); fresh vegetables, mashed russet potatoes 20.50 Bangers & Mash: two large English pork sausages grilled & served with fresh vegetables, mashed russet potatoes, gravy & Coleman's mustard 16.75 Roast Loin of Pork: rubbed with garlic, mashed fresh potato & vegetables 19.00 Roast Rack of New Zealand Lamb: rubbed with garlic, mild mustard & rosemary; rolled in fresh breadcrumbs, mashed fresh potato & steamed vegetables 27.00 Shepherds Pie: our famous pie with ground roast leg of lamb, ground filet, peas & carrots topped with mashed potato; browned in the oven 16.55 The Whale & Ale Roast Prime Rib au jus: ten-ounce cut with fresh vegetables & mashed russet potatoes 21.50 Grilled Filet mignon melted blue cheese, fresh vegetables, mashed potatoes 24.65 Tiramisu with espresso cream 8.00 Cumberland Sticky Toffee Pudding* & vanilla ice cream 6 English Sherry Trifle with whipped cream 7.50 Queens Apple* in pastry with cinnamon & brown sugar; vanilla custard cream 7.25 Old Fashioned Raisined Bread Pudding* & homemade caramel sauce 6.50 * = served warm 2) On May 2, 2009 The Whale & Ale will offer a small order of Fish & Chips from 10am to 4pm, for $6.00, including a fountain soda and including tax (that's 9.25%!) This represents a whopping 44% discount for one day only, to support our many volunteers performing the Mayor's Day of Service. This offer is not subject to any other discounts, and you do not need to be a volunteer to receive this special deal. The Mayor’s Day of Service is May 2, 2009... so it's SUPER SERVICE SATURDAY in Downtown San Pedro, a free community event to promote and celebrate volunteerism in the San Pedro Historic Waterfront District. The City of Los Angeles has authorized FREE parking for the day and Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa might drop by to lend a hand. Volunteer service events are scheduled from 10AM to 4PM. There will be storefront and planter beautification projects on 6th and 7t streets, live music, ecology workshops and demonstrations, store discounts, and multiple showings of the family film, Superman Returns at the Warner Grand Theatre. Many, many thanks to the San Pedro Historic Waterfront Business Improvement District. Click HERE to view the flyer. 3) First Thursday of May: On Thursday, May 7th we celebrate First Thursday. We will again offer a large menu with many choices of dishes and prices. & live music form Izon Eden all evening, 6.00 to 9.30 p.m., without a cover charge. HERE is a link to our dinner menu. *PDF file will take a few moments to load. Adobe Acrobat Reader required. Click on the icon below to download it.* 4) Monday, May 4, from 6:30pm- 8:30pm “California Classics”!  Ceja Vino de Casa White, Napa Ceja Sauvignon Blanc 2007, Sonoma Coast Ceja Bella Rosa 2007 (Syrah 80%, Pinot Noir 20%), Sonoma   Zany Zin 2005 Old vine, Lodi Gold Medalist. Stama Napa Valley Merlot 2005 (less than 700 cases made), Napa   Silkwood Duet (Cabernet Sauvignon 50%, Syrah 50%), Modesto, CA 98 points   Silkwood Petit Syrah, 2007, Modesto CA, Gold Medalist Cheese and Crackers will be provided along with glasses, wine maps, and tasting notes $30 Per Person (Payable to the Whale and Ale) 25 person maximum RSVP Directly to Jeremy Wilkinson: Mobile: 310-487-1284 Direct: 310-375-4313 Email: JJWloveswine@sbol.com Anyone attending will receive 10% off Dinner afterwards (Food Element) Save the date: June 1st : Spanish Reds from Toro, Riojo, Ribera del Duero & Somontano All wines tasted at this class will be available through  “Off the Vine” in San Pedro for purchase.  10% discount offered with the purchase of 4 bottles or more. Importers and Distributors of Distinguished Family Owned Vineyards  http://4winesplusmore.com 5) Do not forget our promotion for the summer: May is 'Fish & Chips Month': all through May, Monday to Wednesday from 5 to 9.00 English Fish & Chips will be offered at $12.50! So come in & try them, three nights a week. 6) Saturday, May 23 at 7 p.m. Many of you have been asking "When's the Next Wine Dinner?" Well, Here It Is In concert with Dane Throop, winemaker of J. Lohr Winery... Our Spring Wine Dinner; by Chef David Juarez & his talented staff. Soup of puréed fresh peas with truffle oil & Parmesan cap J. Lohr Pinot Blanc 1997 Filet of Pacific Halibut in mustard sauce with braised red cabbage J. Lohr Chardonnay, 'Arroyo Vista,' 1996 Baked double rib-chops of lamb; cassoulet of beans: (white, soy, green & yellow beans) J. Lohr Estates Wildflower Valdiguié 2008 Chocolate crepes & mocha cream sauce Coffee or decaffeinated coffee $60 per person: More on this exceptional winery at: http://www.jlohr.com 7) Dinner/Show package! Reservations: 310.512.6030 or www.littlefishtheatre.org a) Hay Fever by Noel Coward Apr 17 – May 23;  RUNS FRI & SAT @ 8PM; SUN 5/17 @ 7PM; THU 5/21 @ 8PM Tickets $25 ($22 students/seniors) HERE A comedic masterpiece. Unbeknownst to each other, the four members of the eccentric Bliss family each invite a guest to stay at their country house for the weekend. As the guests arrive, it becomes apparent that a weekend in the country with this unhinged family is anything but "bliss." Coward pulls out all the stops and delivers a dizzy mixture of manners, misunderstandings, and absolute madness. b) Betrayal Apr 22 - May 14  -   RUNS WED & THU @ 8PM, SUN 5/3 @ 7PM. Tickets: $20 HERE The romantic triangle is turned inside out in this visceral portrayal of the human condition. Suspenseful, lyrical, human, and complex, Betrayal illustrates the labyrinth of unfaithfulness that extends beyond the infidelity. "... an exquisite play, brilliantly simple in form and courageous in its search for a poetry that turns banality into a melancholy beauty." -- NEWSWEEK c) Cheerios In My Underwear, (and other true tales of motherhood) a one woman show written and performed by Amy Simon; directed by Richard Kuhlman Sunday, April 26 - 3pm Tickets $15 HERE Amy Simon's "Cheerios..." is LA's longest running solo show, and it's coming to Little Fish for a single performance. Follow Amy's hilarious and poignant journey as a modern S.A.H.M. (stay-at-home-mom).  "A delightfully funny and insightful look at the sometimes wacky, always stressful life of a mother." -- Los Angeles Family Magazine   The LA Weekly recommended "Cheerios," calling writer and performer Simon "funny and sensitive" and saying her "observations are shrewd and her delivery terrific." 8) Warner Grand Theatre Too many events to list them all here. Go to http://www.warnergrand.org to see it all, especially the a) 6th LA Harbor International Film Festival (LAHIFF) Thursday, April 23 at 10:30 a.m. - free program "Read the Book, See the Movie" no tickets required Kidnapped (1960; 96 min) Friday, April 24 at 7:00 p.m. Searching For A Storm (2008/9; 88 min) Saturday, April 25 at noon & 7 p.m. West Side Story (1961; 151 min) Sunday, April 26 - Documentary Day noon Lady in Waiting (2008; 57 min) 2 p.m. Chasing Ghosts (2006; 88 min) 4 p.m. Port of Los Angeles (POLA) - four-part documentary 4:00 p.m. From Mudflats to Modern Port: 1542-1920 (30 min) 4:50 p.m. The Birth of An International Port: 1921-41 (30 min) 5:25 p.m. War, Peace & Prosperity: 1941-1960 (30 min) 6:00 p.m. Q&A with filmmakers & representative of POLA, moderated by Dr. Betsy A. McLane, Ph.D. 6:20 pm The Past Is Prologue: 1960-2008 (60 min) For complete listing of sponsors & details, please visit www.laharborfilmfest.com Questions? Please call Stephanie Mardesich, Festival Director at 310 519-0756 Then, continuing on: Sat May 2 The Year My Parents Went on Vacation (Brazil 2006) Foreign Films Featuring Fearlessness  7:30 p.m. - $10 Tickets Sun May 3 Who Framed Roger Rabbit ('88) 2 p.m. SUNdays are FUN days It's the story of a man, a woman & a rabbit in a triangle of trouble." Remarks/slides about history of transportation by John Fisher at 1:30 p.m. Sun May 10 Mariachi for Mother's Day 3 p.m. $40/$30/$20 Mariachi Los Toros are joined by Folklore Mexicano Del Sur De California, 14-year old musica ranchera sensation Maureen & Juan Carlos: La Imagen De Juan Gabriel Tickets Sat May 16 Video Game Soundtracks 8 p.m. 8 p.m. $25/$15  GSPO Tickets May 22-24 & 29-31 - Upton Sinclair's "The Singing Jailbirds" Ticket info posted soon  http://www.therelevantstage.com/ Sat May 30 A Gathering for the Grand 6:30 p.m. $100 Benefit for ceiling repair - Honoring Supervisor Don Knabe, at a private home near Portuguese Bend. Please call 310 833-4813 9) Also at The Warner Grand Theatre: 5/16/2009 8:00:00 pm videogame Soundtracks Buy Tickets! 5/31/2009 3:00:00 pm GSPO presents : Chamber Music for Families : A Musical Potpourri Buy Tickets! 10) My great friends, for many years, John & Donna Papadakis Invite You to Sail With Them on their 2nd Annual Crystal Cruise! What a great opportunity this is to explore the Mediterranean with John & Donna Papadakis!  Visit Barcelona, Monte Carlo, Portofino, Florence, Rome, Sorrento, Dubrovnik & Venice on this 12 day voyage beginning July 16, 2009. Crystal Wine & Food Festival Enjoy cooking demonstrations by our celebrity guest chefs, specially prepared four-course dinners featuring the chef's unique dishes, & complimentary wine tastings led by our master sommeliers & guest wine experts. Special Bonus for Whale & Ale email club members! (Book By 5/30/09) >  Receive $1,000 Shipboard Credit Per Person to use As You Wish! >  Save $100 Per Person On Your Cruise Fare! >  Receive Pre-paid Gratuities! >  Bon Voyage Cocktail Party with John & Donna! >  2 Exclusive Onboard Cocktail Parties with John & Donna! In cruising today, “all-inclusive” shouldn’t mean limited options. With Crystal Cruises' new As You Wish promotion you’ll receive $1,000 per person in shipboard credits to spend any way you wish. Indulge in spa treatments, fine wines, a Vintage Room experience with your friends, gratuities for your favorite waiter, something special from the boutiques, or even a unique Crystal Adventures® shore excursion. The choices – all of them – are yours. Contact Leah Bergner at Coastline Travel Advisors to book! lbergner@coastlinetravel.com ~ 800.448.2374 or 714.621.1040 July 16, 2009 – July 28, 2009 Starting At: $6,055.00 Ship: Crystal Serenity Livorno is the gateway to Italy's Tuscany region & to many spectacular sights; including the extraordinary Leaning Tower of Pisa, the charming medieval village of Lucca, the lovely hill town of San Gimignano & the timeless city of Florence. World renowned as a playground for artists & international jet-setters, Portofino boasts spectacular vistas of natural treasures such as the Gulf of Rapallo & its coastline. Theme Cruise: Crystal Wine & Food Festival Visit our website at www.whaleandale.com for even more information. REFER-A-FRIEND Who do you know that will enjoy the benefits of membership in our Email Club? Refer your friends today! Thank you again for your continued patronage. Sincerely, Your Friends At The Whale & Ale 327 West 7th St., San Pedro, CA 90731 - 310.832.0363 Template Graphics by Mike Smith at: Logan Graphics (U.K.) ©1996 to 2007 - Latest Page Update All Rights Reserved - Contact Author for permission to use graphics

 

Wine Flights at the Whale & Ale - San Pedro, CA

 

 

Wine flights, Tuesdays, - April 7, 14 21, 28
Every Tuesday night, the Whale & Ale, (San Pedro's British Restaurant), offers a whole evening of wine flights.
Guest are poured 4 tastes of white wines for $8, and/or 4 tastes of red for $10.
Tuesday times are 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

April's selections:

White

Adler Fels Russian River Sauvignon Blanc 2005

floral aromas that are balanced with notes of gooseberry, grapefruit & citrus peel. The palate is juicy with ripe pineapple flavors & the finish exhibits a slight mineral character & subtle lime notes.

Purité Un-oaked Viognier 2006 Santa Barbara County

The nose: hints of honeydew melon, pineapple, lichee nut, cardamom & honeysuckle while the palate’s flavors consist of pink grapefruit, honeysuckle, apricot, white peach, citrus & passion fruit. The low acidity in the wine leaves a soft finish which is another highlight of the delicate nature of this grape.

Canyon Road Chardonnay 2007, California

Medium- bodied Chardonnay, with notes of crisp apple, ripe citrus fruit & a hint of cinnamon spice.

 Red

Pepperwood Grove Pinot Noir, 2007 Valle Central, Chile

flavors of cherry, rose water, plum, clove, strawberry & “earthy tones”.

Firestone Merlot 2005, Santa Ynez Valley

aged in French oak barrels for 21 months, complex aromas of cherry, mocha & nutmeg spice. The palate is round & soft, with supple flavors of black cherry, plum & vanilla that unfold into a long, balanced finish.

Pedroncelli Dry Creek Valley Syrah, 2003, Sonoma County

aged 18 months in American & Hungarian oak barrels, - it's a deep inky purple in the glass. Rich aromas of ripe berry & black pepper spice; concentrated flavors of blackberry, currants & green tea highlight this Syrah with well balanced tannins providing structure.

Monday, March 2nd at The Whale & Ale - San Pedro, CA

A New series of 10 Wine classes (once a month on the first Monday of each month) at The Whale & Ale starting Mondy March 2nd.

March 2: Stellenbosch (the Napa of South Africa)

April 6: Ceja Estate (Napa & Sonoma California)

Come and join us from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. We will have six wines to taste - cheese & crackers will be provided. Maxumum number attending: 25 people - $30 per person. You will also receive a 10% discount off Dinner afterwards.

Host/Educator: Jeremy Wilkinson

Booking in advance is essential so RSVP directly to Jeremy Importers & Disbributors of Distinguished Family Owned Vineyards.

Mobile: 310-487-1284                                         Direct: 310-375-4313

email: JJW@4Winesplusmore.com            Website www.4Winesplusmore.com

Totally Beatles New Year’s Eve at The Whale and Ale – San Pedro, CA

 

The Backbeats will play from 8 p.m. to Midnight
on December 31st. Be prepared for a remarkable 60’s/70’s/80’s experience.
Four course gourmet dinner with champagne toast and live music $57.50
Reservations should be emailed to:andrew@whaleandale.com
www.whaleandale.com

327 West 7th. Street, San Pedro, California

The Whale and Ale

 

 

Bastille Day 2008 at The Whale & Ale San Pedro, CA

Monday July 14 is Bastille Day 2008. At The Whale & Ale, all that evening, we will pour some delicious French wines at $6 per glass, in honor of Bastille Day. This is an unusual value, in view of the quality of these wines:

The Backbeats in Concert at The Whale & Ale

The Backbeats in Concert, at The Whale and Ale in San Pedro.

Sat. July 19 from 8.30 to 11.30.  
You will need a reservation, - just to get in and see Southern California's best Beatle's tribute band, by far!
Drawing on a repertoire of well over 90 individual compositions recorded by the Beatles, local tribute band The Backbeats recreate the most significant sound to change popular music in the 20th Century. So book early to avoid disappointment. $6 cover charge.

The Backbeats at The Whale & Ale, San Pedro, CA

The Backbeats are back on Sunday, February 10, 2008 at The Whale & Ale!

Two sets: 6 to 8 and 9 to 11. Southern California’s best Beatles tribute band, by far.

Sit back relax and enjoy a great evening at The Whale & Ale, San Pedro, CA.

Valentine's Night is Thursday February 14 at The Whale & Ale

Don't forget that The Whale & Ale in San Pedro, CA was voted most romantic spot (Daily Breeze Readers) & most romantic restaurant (Random Lengths Readers.) The Whale & Ale is a recipient of the Cuisine Awards from California Restaurant Writers & Zagat recommended for restaurant & for nightlife. Here are some of the dishes we are featuring;

Five onion Soup with sautéed scallops

Mesquite-grilled Shrimp with heirloom tomatoes

Linguini tossed in pinot grigio cream sauce
Grilled boneless leg of lamb with olive sauce
Grilled Filet mignon under melted blue cheese
Pepper crusted Scottish salmon
Chocolate cake with toffee raspberry center
More about this menu & pricing in our February Broadcast, which will go out around Jan. 30