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Lounge Lizard Mondays in February Kicking Off with Bushmills Irish Whiskey

Sunday, January 31st, 2010
This week’s Lounge Lizard Monday featured liquor is the one and only  Bushmills Irish Whiskey!  Kick off the week by relaxing in our lounge from 4-6 and enjoy delicious appetizer specials and 2 new cocktails (at a very happy price) made with our featured liquor.  We will also be  giving out complimentary promotion merchandise (while supplies last).
Feb 1st only!
Bushmills Irish Whiskey Drink specials:
Dublin Apple – Bushmills, Apple Pucker and cranberry juice on the rocks – $4
Bushmills Irish Coffee – $4
Happy Hour?Appetizer specials (February 1 only)
Grilled Banger with Ulster Champ – $3
Whiskey Wings with Buttermilk Dipping Sauce – $4
Lounge Lizard Monday is available in our lounge each Monday from 4 to 6 pm. Check back to see which cocktail and appetizer specials we are offering for upcoming Lounge Lizard Mondays!
February 8th  - Ciroc Vodka
February 15th  - Yazi Ginger Vodka
February 22nd  - Baileys Irish Cream

Bushmills Irish WhiskeyThis week’s Lounge Lizard Monday featured liquor is the one and only  Bushmills Irish Whiskey!  Kick off the week by relaxing in our lounge from 4-6 and enjoy delicious appetizer specials and 2 new cocktails (at a very happy price) made with our featured liquor.  We will also be  giving out complimentary promotion merchandise (while supplies last).

Bushmills Irish Whiskey Drink Specials Will Be Available Only on February 1:

Dublin Apple – Bushmills, Apple Pucker and cranberry juice on the rocks – $4

Bushmills Irish Coffee – A classic perfect for a chilly winter afternoon-$4

Happy Hour Appetizer specials (February 1 only)

Grilled Banger with Ulster Champ – $3

Whiskey Wings with Buttermilk Dipping Sauce - $4

Did you know Bushmills  Irish Whiskey is over 400 years old? Yes- they are Ireland’s oldest working distillery and will celebrated their 402nd birthday next month .  Here is some history:

In 1608 King James I granted Sir Thomas Phillips a royal licence to distil ‘uisce beatha’, the gaelic for ‘water of life’, or whiskey as we know it today, in ‘the territory of the Rowte’ in Co. Antrim. This is the first official recorded evidence of whiskey-making in the area that was to become Bushmills.

The first recorded reference to the Old Bushmills Distillery is in 1743. At the time it was “in the hands of smugglers”, according to Victorian whisky journalist Alfred Barnard.

In 1784 the Old Bushmills Distillery is officially registered as a company and the pot still becomes its trademark.

In 1890 S.S. Bushmills, the distillery’s own steamship, makes its maiden voyage across the Atlantic to deliver Bushmills whiskey to America. It calls at Philadelphia and New York before heading on to Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Yokohama…..and their fine traditional Irish Whiskey is still enjoyed today…

Lounge Lizard Monday is available in our lounge each Monday from 4 to 6 pm. Check back to see which cocktail and appetizer specials we are offering for upcoming Lounge Lizard Mondays!

February 8th  - Ciroc Vodka

February 15th  - Yazi Ginger Vodka

February 22nd  - Baileys Irish Cream

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Valentines Day Prix Fixe Dinner Menu & Wine Selection Preview

Friday, January 29th, 2010

Valentines DayValentines Day is a weekend long celebration this year in Salem Oregon.   A special St. Valentines Wine dinner coupled with a overnight package at The Grand Hotel in Salem Oregon that includes flowers, champagne and other romantic perks- will sweep your sweetheart off of their feet.

Our Wine Steward, Brian Kemmerle, has selected some very special wines to compliment the Prix Fixe Menu (see menu below) created by Chef Derek Ridgway and his culinary team.  Add a lovely romantic and cozy dinner atmosphere into the mix- and you have all the elements of a Valentines Day to remember.

Reservations are filling fast- Contact the restaurant at: 503-779-1660

You may also want to consider taking advantage of the special Grand Hotel at Salem Romance package.

The hours for Valentines Day weekend dinner are Friday and Saturday 5-11pm and Sunday 4-10pm (extended hours for that Sunday only).  Here is a preview of our Prix Fixe menu; other special Valentines Day Menu selections are also available.

Bentley’s Grill Valentine’s Day Weekend Prix Fixe Menu

Fallen Crab and Boursin Souffle with

Fennel Salad, Creamy Mustard Sauce and Chive Oil

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Portabella Mushroom Ravioli with Rogue Creamery Blue Cheese Sauce and

Wild Arugula in Sherry Walnut Vinaigrette

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Braised Short Rib with Celeryroot Mashed Potatoes,

Oregon Truffle Demi Glace and Lacinato Kale

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Chestnut Crepe with Sautéed Pears and

Hazelnut Chocolate Caramel

39.95 per person

Special Wine Parings Tier One

Friexenet Cordon Negro

Willamette Valley Vineyards Riesling

Tre Nova Sangiovese

Pacific Rim Vin de Glaciere Selenium Vineyard Late Harvest Riesling

20.00 per person

Special Wine Parings Tier Two

Mumm Brut Prestige

J. Scott Viognier

Tamarack Cabernet Sauvignon

Andrew Rich Late Harvest Gewürztraminer

30.00 per person

Gratuity not included

Cozy and Romantic Dinner Atmosphere

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Bentley’s Grill Valentines Day Dinner Specials and More

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

Elegant & Romantic Atmosphere

Elegant & Romantic Atmosphere

Chef Derek Ridgeway and his culinary team have made some absolutely sumptuous menu selections for the Bentley’s Grill Valentines Day Dinner on Sunday February 14.

Want to be a Valentines Day hero for your sweetheart?

Here is a tip: Early Reservations fill fast for Valentines Day- so make your reservation as soon as possible. We will be open from 4-10pm on Sunday, February 14.

In addition, to the delicious options featured below- there will also be a 4 Course Wine Dinner available Valentines Day Weekend- Friday thru Sunday evening…..details coming.

Bentley's Grill 4 Course Wine Dinner Coming for Valentines Day Weekend

Check out some of the menu options available for Valentines Day

Valentines Day Starters Menu

Northwest Seafood Chowder

Bentley’s House Salad Local greens with sun dried tomatoes, grilled onion and honey balsamic vinaigrette

Rogue Valley Blue Cheese Salad Garden greens with blue cheese crumbles, candied spiced Oregon hazelnuts, red onion spirals, grilled pears and tossed in a raspberry vinaigrette

Classic Caesar Salad Crisp romaine hearts, shaved parmesan cheese and roasted garlic croutons tossed in our house made zesty Caesar dressing

Valentines Day Dinner Menu

Small Plates

Dungeness Crab Cakes Served over sesame slaw with pickled ginger and tobiko aioli

Seafood Martini Gulf shrimp, lump crab meat, Oregon bay shrimp with Cajun remoulade and classic cocktail sauce

Clams NW Manila clams in a white wine broth with garlic, lemon and butter

Chicken Spring Rolls Chicken, fresh vegetables and Chinese BBQ sauce in an egg roll wrapper, with sweet chili sauce, hot mustard and Asian slaw

Garlic Shrimp Medium shrimp sautéed scampi style with garlic, lemon and white wine, served with foccacia bread

Entrees

Filet Mignon Center cut tenderloin pan seared, crowned with sauteed forest mushrooms in a red wine demi glace, served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables

Ancho Tri Tip Angus tri tip open fire grilled to order, served over an ancho chili demi glace with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables

Artichoke Chicken Open fire grilled breast of chicken topped with a sauce of artichoke hearts, Roma tomatoes,capers, white wine and lemon, served over wild rice pilaf with seasonal vegetables

Rotisserie Chicken Herb rubbed half free range chicken finished with a brandy sage sauce, served over French onion scalloped potatoes with seasonal vegetables

Pork Rack Chop Oven roasted double cut pork chop finished with a spiced apple compote, served with French onion scalloped potatoes and seasonal vegetables

Artichoke and Feta Ravioli Handmade ravioli tossed with artichoke hearts in sauce pomodoro, topped with grilled portabella mushrooms and rich fontina cheese

Grilled Chicken Fettuccine Open fire grilled breast of chicken pieces, broccoli, caramelized leeks, garlic, thyme and sun dried tomatoes tossed with fettuccine in a white wine Alfredo sauce

Scallops & Prawns Brochette Scallop and Prawn skewers served over grilled roasted pepper polenta cakes with a sun dried tomato pesto sauce and grilled asparagus

Oregon Snapper Fresh fillet grilled golden brown and topped with Buffalo style spicy shrimp, served over roasted garlic mashed potatoes with seasonal vegetables

Sea Scallops Grilled Sake Miso marinated eastern sea scallops with cucumber-wakame salad

Valentines Day Special Menu

Small Plates

Sushi Sampler Spicy Ahi tuna roll, Hamachi Nigiri and Unagi rainbow
Oshizushi, served with wasabi and ginger

Wild Mushroom and Brie Flatbread Crispy crust topped with Brie cheese and roasted wild mushrooms finished with truffle oil and arugula

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms Roasted Mushroom Caps filled with Dungeness, rock crab and Boursin cheese

Entrees

Lobster Cioppino Fresh Snapper, Manila clams, crab claws and lobster tail in a rich tomato and pepper infused broth, served with garlic bread

Prime Rib Slow roasted in our hardwood smoker, 10 oz cut carved to order and served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, winter vegetables, natural rosemary jus and horseradish creme

Wild Boar Saltimbocca Boar loin wrapped with prosciutto and sage, finished with Fontina cheese and a red wine caper sauce , served with Manchego soft polenta and winter vegetables

Chicken Oscar Pan roasted breast of chicken crowned with fresh asparagus and Alaskan red crab, finished with sauce Béarnaise, served over wild rice pilaf

Steelhead Grilled Steelhead fillet topped with warm Oregon white truffled crab and arugula salad and served with wild rice pilaf

Prawns Grilled Gulf Prawns served with lobster and fennel risotto and finished with blood orange gastrique and grilled asparagus

Lamb Shank Lamb shank rubbed with our special blend of spices, slowly braised with Pinot Noir, lamb stock, tomatoes and ginger, served over roasted garlic mashed potatoes and winter vegetables

Individual Champagnes

Freixenet Cordon Negro 187ml

Mumm Brut Prestige 187ml

Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial 187ml

Kir Royale Champagne with Chambord Liqueur

Grand Mimosa Champagne with Grand Marnier

We will also be offering a Prix Fixe Menu Option

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Salem’s Finest Lounge Event Features Ketel One Vodka

Thursday, January 21st, 2010
“Gentleman This is Vodka”  is the clever slogan for Monday’s Lounge Lizard Monday featured liqour: Ketel One Vodka.
The next  Lounge Lizard Monday will be on January 25 from 4-6 at Bentleys Grill in Downtown Salem, Oregon. Enjoy 2 new cocktails served with complimentary promotion merchandise (while supplies last):
Ultimate Pomegranate Martini – Ketel One Citroen, triple sec, pomegranate and grapefruit juice shaken and served on the stem – $4
Rising Sun Saketini – Ketel One Citroen, Pearl sake, pineapple and orange juice – $4

Ketel One Vodka“Gentleman This is Vodka”  is the clever slogan for this weeks Lounge Lizard Monday featured liqour: Ketel One Vodka.

The next  Lounge Lizard Monday will be on January 25 from 4-6 at Bentleys Grill in Downtown Salem, Oregon. Enjoy 2 new cocktails served with complimentary promotion merchandise (while supplies last):

Ultimate Pomegranate Martini – Ketel One Citroen, triple sec, pomegranate and grapefruit juice shaken and served on the stem – $4

Rising Sun Saketini – Ketel One Citroen, Pearl sake, pineapple and orange juice – $4

Pair this up with delicious happy hour appetizers that include:

Chicken Stir Fry Lettuce Cup with Sake Sweet and Sour Sauce – $4

Popcorn Shrimp with Pomegranate Teriyaki Dipping Sauce – $4

For you history buffs- here are some Ketel One facts from thebar.com:

The Nolet family of Schiedam, Holland, has been distilling for more than 300 years. The formula for Ketel One vodka was inspired by the Nolet family’s ten generations of distilling experience. Settling for nothing less than perfection, a member of the family still tastes each batch of vodka before it is released.

Prized for its smooth taste, Ketel One starts with the finest wheat and water. As the distillate is heated over a gentle, hand-stoked fire, the temperature and alcohol levels are regulated to ensure the best possible vodka. Not surprisingly, Ketel One has a developed a passionate following among vodka connoisseurs.

Check Back for February’s Lounge Lizard Monday specials available in the lounge every Monday from 4 to 6 pm.

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Lounge Lizard Monday Returns for 2010; New Liquors Added to Selection!

Monday, January 4th, 2010

Bentleys GrillLounge Lizard Monday is back this month with our favorite featured liquors, free promotional stuff to give away (while supplies last), and Chef Derek’s very best happy hour appetizers.

For those not familiar with Lounge Lizard Monday; we have  a weekly tradition in our Lounge from 4-6 each Monday when our staff creates 2 delicious new cocktails made with our featured liquor for very happy prices.

In addition, we also serve happy hour appetizer specials that include Dungeness crab cakes and a Miso Sake marinated Ahi salad.  It is the perfect way to relax and grab a drink with friends, family or co-workers after a long day.

Here’s January’s Lounge Lizard lineup- check back as we announce our cocktails…

January 4th – Red Stag by Jim Beam (cherry flavored bourbon)
January 11th – Smirnoff Vodka
January 18th – Captain Morgan Spiced Rum
January 25th – Ketel One Vodka

Lounge Lizard Monday Happy Hour Specials

Jan 25th

Chicken Stir Fry Lettuce Cup with Sake Sweet and Sour Sauce

$4

Popcorn Shrimp with Pomegranate Teriyaki Dipping Sauce

$4

We also have some new liquors added to our ever-growing selection including:

Courvoisier Exclusif : a newer version of Courvoisier & a Cognac  designed for being mixed in a cocktail;

Red Stag by Jim Beam: Created with four year old Jim Beam Bourbon and infused with natural black cherry flavors.

Absolut Los Angeles A special edition with blueberry, acai berry, acerola cherry and pomegranate flavors; inspired by the city of Los Angeles.

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