Does your significant other balk at the mention of  wine dinners – citing a distinct preference for beer? With the latest trend of gourmet dinners built around beer rather than wine pairings, connoisseurs are no longer limited to ho-hum bar food when enjoying their favorite hops based libation!

To wit, two of WCM’s favorite establishments are pairing up next week for what promises to be a fabulous evening of great food,  custom brews, and loads of fun. If this special event is anything like the wine dinners we’ve enjoyed at Pineapple Grill in the past (and why wouldn’t it be?) you and your beer-loving friends are in for a treat!

Beer Dinner At Pineapple Grill, Kapalua Resort

Saturday November 7, 2009

6:00pm Reception       7:00pm Dinner

~Beer Dinner Menu~

Chef Ryan’s Island Inspired Passed hors d’oeuvre

Saffron Risotto Fritters

Prosciutto Wrapped Mexican White Prawns

Warm Brie with Pecans and Maui Gold Pineapple

Bikini Blonde Lager ~ light with a touch of hop flavor and a subtle malt finish.  ABV 4.5% IBU 18

First Course

Beer Braised Pork Belly, Caramelized Maui Onion, Macadamia Soft Polenta

Hibiscus Trippel ~ a golden Belgian strong ale brewed with Hibiscus petals.  ABV 10.5% IBU 24

Second Course

Lemon Basil Pressed Wild Alaskan Salmon,

Kapalua Cherry Tomato Concasse, Avocado Crème Fraiche

Pueo Pale Ale ~ crisp hoppy bitterness is balanced by rich malty notes.  ABV 5.2% IBU 35

Third Course

Braised Maui Cattle Short Ribs,

Butternut Squash Gnocchi, Fried Sage, Pumpkin Beer and Natural Jus

Kula Country Pumpkin Ale ~ malty sweet with an array of pumpkin pie spice.  ABV 5% IBU 15

Dessert Course

Maui Gold Pineapple Crème Brule, Pineapple infused Caramel

Red Cock Doppel Bock ~ low hop bitterness & intensely rich malty flavors.  ABV 8.5% IBU 20

~$50.00 per person~

All inclusive of tax & tip

(Limited Seating for this event)

Call Pineapple Grill at 808-669-9600 to make reservation.

Located at:

200 Kapalua Drive
Kapalua, HI 96761
Phone: 808.669.9600
Fax: 808.669.6222

Or, for more information (dress code, parking, map, etc.) or to make reservations at
Pineapple Grill at Kapalua:
http://www.opentable.com/restaurant_profile.asp?ID=24265&restref=24265