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SUBLIMITY, OREGON | MARCH 2022
Our first Supper of 2022, and goodness did it feel amazing to gather again! We couldn’t have envisioned a more perfect Pacific Northwest goodbye to winter than our beautiful little Supper snuggled together in the forest around a fire at the old Davidson Ranch in Smith Creek Village. Our warming meal made by Chef Ana Betancourt was full of Northwest classic ingredients made in the flavors and textures of her home, Torreón, Mexico. We met Ana years ago through her sister, Alba. Dear Alba has been part of the Secret Supper team for many years and we were so excited to be able to work with them both together as they embark on a very special project to the two of them, Maria, a nomadic, micro-dinner series.
This Supper was so very special to us because it involved so many special people in our lives. Amazing and talented friends that have become like family to us. It was truly an honor to be able to put this Supper together with them. It is through their talents and support, we are even able to be here in the first place.
Alba, Chas, Melissa, Anameika, Tracy from Great Jones my sister and brother-in-law who also came to help for the weekend!
Keep reading for more details from our very first Supper of the year.
WELCOME
To welcome our guests to the experience, we gathered under a historic oak tree and greeted guests with the most delicious glass of Suzor Wines Bulles and/or a Bicicleta Spritzer made with Suzor Chardonnay, Campari and soda. What a treat to be able to be served directly from Melissa, co-owner of Suzor and our dear friend.
A MENU BY CHEF ANA BETANCOURT
Chef Ana Betancourt treated us with the most special meal cooked with flavors and recipes from her home in Torreón, Mexico but with local, Pacific Northwest ingredients and flare. The menu— featuring lamb sourced by American Lamb Board, peppers
MENU
Gordita Frita
Fried corn tortilla, mushrooms, mole negro
Tlacoyo
Blue corn tortilla, pork, salsa verde
Wine Pairing: Suzor Wines Bicicleta Spritzer
TO START - Vegetales asados
Roasted vegetables, jocoque seco, greens
Wine Pairing: Suzor Wines 2019 Sunflower Chardonnay
TO SAVOUR- Sopa de frijol
Black beans, chorizo, chicharrón de jalapeño
Wine Pairing: Suzor Wines 2020 Par Contre Gamay
TO SHARE- Barbacoa
Lamb, handmade tortillas, salsas
Wine Pairing: Suzor Wines 2018 Tower Pinot
TO INDULGE- Tarta de Chocolate de metate
Mexican chocolate, seasonal fruits
Cocktail Pairing: Mexican Manhattan by Brother’s Bond Bourbon
WINE PAIRINGS
Beautiful wines from Suzor Wines, in the Willamette Valley, were the perfect compliment for the menu. We were lucky enough to be some of the first to try their new, unreleased 2019 Sunflower Chardonnay and finished our meal off with their beautiful 2020 Gamay and 2018 Tower Pinot Noir. The wines paired perfectly with the cool, rainy Pacific Northwest evening we spent by the fire.
SECRET LOCATION: SMITH CREEK VILLAGE
We were so excited to partner with Smith Creek Village and to get the chance to slow down, relax and connect with nature. We as well as many of our guests stayed on site in one of their cabins so it was the most perfect Oregon getaway! Our barn venue was stunning adorned with the most perfect florals by our dear friend, Chas of Wildflower Portland. Her vision and talent never ceases to amaze us we were so thrilled to be able to work together!
COCKTAIL PAIRING: BROTHER’S BOND BOURBON MEXICAN MANHATTAN
We love working with Brother’s Bond Bourbon because they know how to pair the most perfect cocktail! Our dessert was brought to the next level with this Mexican Manhattan complete with molé bitters. Absolutely delicious
RECIPE
2oz Brother’s Bond Bourbon
.75oz Sweet Vermouth (Cocchi Torino preferred)
.25oz Ancho Reyes
1 dash Bittermen’s Mole Bitters
Stir 15-20 seconds until chilled, single strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with seasonal chocolate covered berries
It was such a beautiful and intimate way to kick off our Suppers for 2022. We can’t wait to share our table with you around the country this year!
