Upcoming Events: The “Papal” Pionono and More!

Ceiba, Washington, DC’s Latin-inspired restaurant, will celebrate the authentic flavors of Argentina and the Pope’s new Italian residency with specialty items that day. The “Papal” Pionono with Dulce de Leche, Whipped Cream and Blueberry Acai Syrup will nod to one of Argentina’s most loved pastries, while the Pan-Roasted Branzino with Warm Orzo Salad and Chimichurri Roja blends the two cultures – and adheres to any Lenten diet. Paying tribute to the 266th Pope, the entrée will be priced at $26.60.

March 23, Park Hyatt Masters of Food and Wine: Park Hyatt Masters is hosting a seasonal culinary and learning experience, saluting the ingredients, flavors, and talents of local chefs and regional artisans. This special Park Hyatt Masters event will feature a spring flower making workshop, along with an interactive cooking class led by Pastry Chef Peter Brett, celebrating the city’s famed cherry blossoms. For more information and tickets, email masters.phwashington@hyatt.com or call 202.419.6768.  For more information on other Park Hyatt Masters events, please visit www.mastersfoodandwine.com.

Let Them Eat Pie:  Taste your way to the top at the Semifinal round of the 2013 Makes-Me-Wanna Shout! Pie Baking Challenge on Saturday, March 23 from 2-4 pm.  Attendees are invited to join the official judges in a tasting to decide which pies will advance to the Final Five round (to be held at Eatonville Restaurant in April).  Ticket sales for the Semifinals will benefit Martha’s Table to support on-going programs that serve at-risk children, youth, families and individuals in the DC community and help them improve their lives by providing educational programs, food, clothing and enrichment opportunities.  Tickets are $20 a person and may be purchased at http://mmwspiebakingchallenge.eventbrite.com or visit www.shoutbakingchallenge.com for more information.

Devils Backbone + Sushi Pairing Event at Farmers Fishers Bakers:  The Craft Brewers Conference is coming to town (March 25-29) and Farmers Fishers Bakers is getting in on the action. The restaurant is teaming up with Devils Backbone Brewing Company to offer a multi-course beer and sushi pairing on Tuesday, March 26 from 7-9pm. Executive Sushi Chef Thomas Park and Chief Mixologist Jon Arroyo have created a special menu of sushi tasting plates paired with five of the Virginia brewery's craft beers. DBBC Brewer & Head Cellarman Aaron Reilly will also be on hand to provide beer tasting notes and details about the brewing process that has made the brewery a regional standout. Tickets are all-inclusive, at just $44 per person, through BrownPaperTickets at http://bit.ly/FFBDBB or FarmersFishersBakers.com. 

March 26,  Tres Sabores and Calder Wine Co.: This is a unique opportunity to meet two artisan winemakers from Napa- mother Julie Johnson and son Rory Williams. Julie, owner and winemaker from Tres Sabores, showcases her boutiquewines; alongside Rory, owner and winemaker from Calder Wine Company, who makes one of only a handful of Charbonos produced in the world. $125  Tickets for The Capital Wine Festival can be purchased at www.capitalwinefestival.com. 

Almost as good as sitting courtside, Jack Rose will host a Courtside Happy Hour where fans can 'Eat for Free, Drink for Almost Free' during March Madness. From the Sweet 16 round on, Jack Rose will air games on the rooftop terrace and serve up free food like spicy Buffalo Hot Wings, Chilaquiles, Cheese Tots and Pork and Beans. And libations will be "almost free" with $5 punch, pints & whiskey (select beers/whiskeys) on their rooftop terrace which now features 20 new draft lines. Courtside Happy Hour will run during the following game days (times will vary depending on game schedule): Sweet 16 (March 23-24,) Elite 8 (March 28-31,) Final 4 (April 6,) and the Championship Game (April 8). Jack Rose Dining Saloon is located at 2007 18^th St. NW in Washington, DC.www.jackrosediningsaloon.com.  

With 6 TVs, the centerpiece being an 80" HD flat screen, Trademark Drink + Eat is the perfect place to watch the March Madness tourney. During all games, the lively 85-seat bar will offer $5 starters perfect for sharing, like the warm and creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip, BBQ Chicken & Bacon Flatbread, sweet and salty Sweet Potato Friesand every sports fan's favorite, a Flock of Grilled Spiced Wings. For imbibers, Trademark will offer $4 specials on classic American beers including Bud Light, Budweiser, Miller Lite and Coors Lite. Trademark is located at 2080 Jamieson Avenue in Alexandria, VA. For more information please visit www.trademarkdrinkandeat.com.

Annual Craft Brewers Conference Beer Events at Jack Rose Dining Saloon:  The Craft Brewers Conference (CBC) has chosen to host its annual show in the increasingly-popular small brew destination of DC from March 26-29 and Jack Rose is hosting a week of exciting, beer-focused events to celebrate!

·         Tuesday – Flying Dog and Cigar Pairings:  Starting at 10pm, Jack Rose will transform into a beer + cigar lounge, featuring pairings of Flying Dog brews with fine cigars from W. Curtis Draper Tobacconist. Flying Dog will take over two floors of Jack Rose's new draft lines, with 10 specialty brews including Brewhouse Rarities and limited release beers including the new Bloodline Blood Orange IPA, as well as rare beers from other breweries.

·         Wednesday – Gnomegangnam Style Party and Feast of the Iron Throne Dinner: Jack Rose will have $6 drafts of Gnomegang, a special seasonal release Belgian Strong Ale from Ommegang Brewery in Cooperstown, NY. There will also be dancing, prizes for best Psy costumes & Gangnam Style dancing.  For the dinner, Jack Rose is hosting a six-course feast showcasing Ommegang's newest release with HBO, the show-inspired Iron Throne beer which is set to be publicly released in late March. The 6-course feast with beer pairing will be hosted in Jack Rose's dining room and is available at $75 per ticket (plus tax and gratuity). There are only 35 tickets for sale at www.feastoftheironthrone.eventbrite.com.

·         Thursday – DC Craft Beer Tour: Join us on a Craft Beer Tour of 5-6 of DC's finest beer establishments - one of the premiere stops being Jack Rose. From 6-11:30 pm in Jack Rose's Balcony Room, guests can chat with the owners of 21st Amendment, Elysian, Uinta and more and taste rare specialty beers. The ticket also includes food specials and a gift bag with a specialty beer glass from Spiegelau. Tickets are available for $52 at www.dcbeertour.eventbrite.com.  

·         Friday – “EPIC” Tap Takeover:  Starting at 5pm, an "epic" conclusion to CBC week, Jack Rose's 20 brand-new taps will be overtaken by some of the most unique, hard-to-find beers from Utah's Epic Brewing Co.