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Belgian Beer Social

with Sommelier Alison Christ and

The Liberty Tavern’s

Executive Chef Liam LaCivita

1st

Terrine of Mussels and Belgian Endive

orange/mustard marmalade

Saxo Belgian Blonde Ale from Brasserie Caracole

2nd

Braised Leeks with Chimay Cheese

roasted hazelnuts, honey-thyme vinaigrette

Val-Dieu Triple

3rd

Crisped Duck Confit

curried cream, crisped apple and chervil

Orval Trappist Ale

4th

Baked Mussels and Crisped Pork Belly

cauliflower gratin, parsley-chervil sauce

St. Bernardus Pater 6

5th

Beer Braised Pineland Farm Shortribs

pommes puree, horseradish and carrots “vichy”

St. Bernardus Abt 12

Dessert

Echt Kriekenbier (West-Flemish Cherry Ale, Oak Aged)

$75 per person, tax/tip inclusive.

Limited to 26 guests; please call Alison Christ at 571-283-3144 to reserve a seat.

I know this isn't Facebook, but can we have a "Like" button? That you can hit multiple times?

Damn it Mark! I was there last night, how did I miss that Vajra? Well, I guess I'll have to come back soon. Everything was great as always by the way.

I had another really great dining experience at Blue Duck. Sunday Brunch. It's a professionals brunch for sure and expensive if you are thirsty but worth it for a treat. Great service, good food and it feels good.

Will they be taste testing any bakegoods with this coffee at Liberty Tavern next week? I shouldn't be asking this with Christmas feasting coming my way, but that would definitely tip the scale for me.

Absolutely! Starting Tomorrow (Dec 14, 2009) we will be serving fresh baked goods, Counter Culture coffee and espresso, and whole beans at our pop-up coffee shop at The Liberty Tavern from 8AM-12PM. Starting the next day, Tuesday the 15th, Chef Liam will also be preparing the best egg sandwiches I have ever eaten (and I've had a lot of egg sandwiches). On to the best news I have to share… We officially received all of our work permits and we will begin some major interior construction this week. So, Northside Social should be open in about five weeks (barring any construction issues). I’ll keep you posted on dates and menus and anything else you’re interested in hearing about. Let me know if you have any curiosities! -Alison

Hello all. I guess I'm the newest member. My name is Jeff and I'm one of the owners and the Vigneron for Glen Manor Vineyards, a Virginia farm winery. I found this site after a friend forwarded to me a copy of the City Paper where Don recommended my Sauvignon Blanc...Thanks Don! I'll lurk for a little while but you will hear from me now and again.

Hey Jeff, It's Alison Christ. I'm gald you posted here because I'm a big fan of your wine and people should know about and drink it!

Hi, I am am Alison Christ the Sommelier at Willow Restaurant in Arlington. I am introducing myself and hope to make some useful contributions to this blog.