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Lounge Lizard Monday, Tuesday Tinis and Ladies Night Specials for this Week!

Monday, August 30th, 2010

Enjoy great drink and appetizer specials in the Lounge after 4pm each Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evening with one of our three weekly Happy Hour events: Lounge Lizard Monday, Tuesday Tinis, and Ladies Night on Wednesdays.

You can also reap rewards by joining our Facebook Page and checking in on FourSquare. Drop by and meet the friendliest staff in downtown Salem and see why our Happy Hour is the best in the Mid Valley! Specials are only offered the Bentley’s Grill Lounge.

Monday, August 30: Lounge Lizard Monday 4pm-close

Relax and be a Lounge Lizard with special cocktails featuring Belvedere Vodka. Enjoy 2 new cocktails made with our featured liquor served with complimentary promotional merchandise (while supplies last).

Lounge Lizard Monday Drink Specials for 8/30

The Ultimate Greyhound: Belvedere Pink Grapefruit Vodka and fresh squeezed grapefruit juice. Served on the rocks.

Bubbly Berry: Belvedere Black Raspberry and pomegranate and pineapple juice, topped off with a float of champagne. Served on the stem.

Pair up one of our drink specials with an appetizer from our Happy Hour menu that includes Dungeness crab cakes and a Miso Sake marinated Ahi salad and ask about Monday’s special appetizer from Chef Derek!

Tuesday, August 31: Tuesday Tinis 4pm-Close

Come by on Tuesday and try it along with some of our other delicious specials.

Enjoy Martinis in our lounge each Tuesday after 4pm.   Bonus for Foursquare Users: the “Mayor” of Bentley’s Grill will receive a complimentary Martini just for being “Mayor”.

Not using FourSquare? Sign up! It is easy and fun. This offer is only available on Tuesdays after 4pm; must be 21 with valid ID, must show proof you are the current Foursquare mayor.

8/31 Tuesday Tini Specials

*Dirty C.E.O Martini: Chopin Potato Vodka, a splash of dry vermouth and olive juice with three olives.

Pomegranate Margatini: Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila, triple sec, pomegranate juice and sweet and sour.

Gin Spirit: Tanqueray Gin, pomegranate and orange juices. Served with a sugared rim.

Oranje Lemon Drop: Ketle Oranje Vodka, DeKuyper Triple Sec, muddled lemons and a splash of sweet and sour. Served on the stem.

Wednesday September 1: Ladies Night 4pm-close

Four cocktail specials, 2 wine selections, 1 beer special and delicious appetizers!

Bonus for Bentley’s Grill Facebook Friends: Each week, we will post a special “Ladies Night Facebook Phrase” on our Facebook Page.

The first 25 customers who repeat the “Ladies Night Facebook Phrase” during Ladies Night (4pm-close each Wednesday) will receive a complimentary promotional gift! Check the page each week and invite your friends to take advantage of this fun offer!

9/1 Ladies Night Specials

*L.A. Cosmo: Absolut Los Angeles Vodka, DeKuyper Triple Sec, muddled limes and cranberry juice.

Kailee’s Kooler: Ketel One Cirtroen and strawberry lemonade, with a splash of champagne. Served on the rocks.

Red Snapper: Crown Royal, DiSaranno Amaretto and cranberry juice. Served on the rocks.

Rangpur Cran: Tanqueray Rangpur Gin and cranberry juice. Served on the rocks.

In addition, we will be featuring 2 Wine selections along with one beer selection . Check our Facebook page or Twitter for updates!

* Favorite of previous week that carries over into the next.

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Three New Wines Added to By The Glass Menu

Friday, August 27th, 2010

We recently announced big changes to the Wine by the Glass program here at Bentley’s Grill. Instead of featuring just one Oregon Pinot Noir we will now be featuring at least two; as well as at least two stunning white wines and at least three full bodied, dark fruited reds from around the Northwest.

Three new wines to try on have been added to the Wine by the Glass Menu this week.

The first one is a new release from Bergström Wines, their 2008 Pinot Noir Cumberland Reserve. The wine is a blend of the barrels that the winemaker feels best represent the vintage and not a specific vineyard. The wine has ample black cherry and blackberry fruit flavors with baking spice, forest floor and black licorice nuance on the nose. Full bodied on the palate finishing with moderate tannins and some freshness from the acidity. This wine would match perfectly with our Filet Mignon and make for a decadent dinner.

The second wine is the Grochau Cellars 2007 Upper Five Vineyard Rogue Valley Tempranillo. The Tempranillo grape is native to Spain however it has found a home in southern Oregon, this organically farmed vineyard in particular, is well suited to the varietal. This wine exhibits dark cherry, boysenberry, dried herbs and grilled meat aromas. Full bodied with moderate tannins and a lingering finish.

The last wine is very limited and will only be poured for two weeks. It is the Seven Hills Winery 2007 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Blend. This wine is composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. The wine is plush with ripe plum and black fruits; some black pepper, dried herb and sweet baking spice aromas come through with aeration. This wine is fairly well structured so it is not recommended for drinking on its own but should be paired with one of Chef Derek’s more sturdy dishes.

I hope you are looking forward to trying one of these new wines. Cheers!

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Seven Hills Winery 2007 Ciel du Cheval Red Blend Paired With Wagyu Bistro Steak is Brian’s Pick of the Week

Wednesday, August 25th, 2010

Weekly Wine Notes From Brian Kemmerle

Bentley’s Wine Steward, Brian Kemmerle regularly offers his insight and experience to help select the perfect wine to accompany Chef Derek Ridgway’s dishes.  Here is Brian’s recommended food and wine pairing for this week!

This week’s featured pairing involves a new dish to the menu. The chef is grilling a Wagyu Bistro Steak to order, topping it with a sun dried tomato pesto and serving it with baby leeks and Tillamook white cheddar grits. As a pairing I was looking for a dish to tame the tannins of the Seven Hills Winery 2007 Ciel du Cheval Red Blend.

This renown vineyard, located on Red Mountain in the Yakima Valley, can produce wines with exceptional flavors. However, these flavors come at the price of some substantial tannins. This wine disappears from stock well before the tannins have softened, so I stocked up during its initial release and set some aside for us to enjoy. The wine is now sold out and the tannins are now just beginning to soften but still need a sturdy dish, like this one, to pair with.

I only have enough to pour by the glass for two weeks, maybe less. So if you want to try this wine, come early. Cheers!

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Bentley’s Grill Happy Hour Specials August 23-25

Monday, August 23rd, 2010

Enjoy great drink and appetizer specials in the Lounge after 4pm each Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evening with one of our three weekly Happy Hour events: Lounge Lizard Monday, Tuesday Tinis, and Ladies Night on Wednesdays.

You can also reap rewards by joining our Facebook Page and checking in on FourSquare. Drop by and meet the friendliest staff in downtown Salem and see why our Happy Hour is the best in the Mid Valley! Specials are only offered the Bentley’s Grill Lounge.

Monday, August 23: Lounge Lizard Monday 4pm-close

Relax and be a Lounge Lizard with special cocktails featuring Ketel One Vodka. Enjoy 2 new cocktails made with our featured liquor served with complimentary promotional merchandise (while supplies last).

Lounge Lizard Monday Drink Specials for 8/23

Kailee’s Kooler: Ketel One Cirtroen and strawberry lemonade, with a splash of champagne. Served on the rocks.
Orange Fizz: Ketel Oranje Vodka, orange juice and a splash of club soda. Served on the rocks.

Pair up one of our drink specials with an appetizer from our Happy Hour menu that includes Dungeness crab cakes and a Miso Sake marinated Ahi salad and ask about Monday’s special appetizer from Chef Derek!

Tuesday, August 24: Tuesday Tinis 4pm-Close

Come by on Tuesday and try it along with some of our other delicious specials.

Enjoy Martinis in our lounge each Tuesday after 4pm.   Bonus for Foursquare Users: the “Mayor” of Bentley’s Grill will receive a complimentary Martini just for being “Mayor”.

Not using FourSquare? Sign up! It is easy and fun. This offer is only available on Tuesdays after 4pm; must be 21 with valid ID, must show proof you are the current Foursquare mayor.

8/24 Tuesday Tini Specials

*Paloma Margatini: Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila, DeKuyper Triple Sec, muddled limes and fresh squeezed grapefruit juice.

Dirty C.E.O Martini: Chopin Potato Vodka, a splash of dry vermouth and olive juice with three olives.

Flamingo: 10 Cane Rum, pineapple juice, muddled limes and a splash of grenadine syrup.

Tuaca Orange Dream: Tuaca Liquer, Absolut Vanilla Vodka, orange juice and a splash of half and half cream.

Wednesday August 25: Ladies Night 4pm-close

Four cocktail specials, 2 wine selections, 1 beer special and delicious appetizers!

Bonus for Bentley’s Grill Facebook Friends: Each week, we will post a special “Ladies Night Facebook Phrase” on our Facebook Page.

The first 25 customers who repeat the “Ladies Night Facebook Phrase” during Ladies Night (4pm-close each Wednesday) will receive a complimentary promotional gift! Check the page each week and invite your friends to take advantage of this fun offer!

8/25  Ladies Night Specials

*L.A. Cosmo: Absolut Los Angeles Vodka, DeKuyper Triple Sec, muddled limes and cranberry juice.

Planter’s Punch: Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, pineapple and orange juices, with a splash of grenadine.

Citrus Sunset Martini: Absolut Citron Vodka, Malibu Rum, cranberry and pineapple juices.

Muddled T&T: Tanqueray Gin and tonic with fresh muddled limes. Served on the rocks.

In addition, we will be featuring 2 Wine selections along with one beer selection . Check our Facebook page or Twitter for updates!

* Favorite of previous week that carries over into the next.

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Bentley’s Grill Happy Hour Specials Monday, Tuesday & WednesdayAugust 16-19

Saturday, August 14th, 2010

Enjoy great drink and appetizer specials in the Lounge after 4pm each Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evening with one of our three weekly Happy Hour events: Lounge Lizard Monday, Tuesday Tinis, and Ladies Night on Wednesdays.

You can also reap rewards by joining our Facebook Page and checking in on FourSquare. Drop by and meet the friendliest staff in downtown Salem and see why our Happy Hour is the best in the Mid Valley! Specials are only offered the Bentley’s Grill Lounge.

Monday, August 16: Lounge Lizard Monday 4pm-close

Relax and be a Lounge Lizard with special cocktails featuring Captain Morgan Rum. Enjoy 2 new cocktails made with our featured liquor served with complimentary promotional merchandise (while supplies last).

Lounge Lizard Monday Drink Specials for 8/16

Gator-Bite: Captain Morgan Lime Bite Rum, DeKuyper Sour Apple Pucker and cranberry juice. On the rocks.

Planter’s Punch: Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, pineapple and orange juices, with a splash of grenadine.

Pair up one of our drink specials with an appetizer from our Happy Hour menu that includes Dungeness crab cakes and a Miso Sake marinated Ahi salad and ask about Monday’s special appetizer from Chef Derek!

Tuesday, August 17: Tuesday Tinis 4pm-Close

Come by on Tuesday and try it along with some of our other delicious specials.

Enjoy Martinis in our lounge each Tuesday after 4pm.   Bonus for Foursquare Users: the “Mayor” of Bentley’s Grill will receive a complimentary Martini just for being “Mayor”.

Not using FourSquare? Sign up! It is easy and fun. This offer is only available on Tuesdays after 4pm; must be 21 with valid ID, must show proof you are the current Foursquare mayor.

8/17 Tuesday Tini Specials

*French Martini: Ciroc Vodka, Chambord and pineapple juice.

Washington Apple : Crown Royal Whiskey, DeKuyper Sour Apple Pucker, and cranberry juice.

Paloma Margatini: Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila, DeKuyper Triple Sec, muddled limes and fresh squeezed grapefruit juice.

Oranje Lemon Drop: Ketel Oranje Vodka, DeKuyper Triple Sec, muddled lemons and a splash of sweet and sour. Served on the stem.

Wednesday August 18: Ladies Night 4pm-close

Four cocktail specials, 2 wine selections, 1 beer special and delicious appetizers!

Bonus for Bentley’s Grill Facebook Friends: Each week, we will post a special “Ladies Night Facebook Phrase” on our Facebook Page.

The first 25 customers who repeat the “Ladies Night Facebook Phrase” during Ladies Night (4pm-close each Wednesday) will receive a complimentary promotional gift! Check the page each week and invite your friends to take advantage of this fun offer!

8/18 Ladies Night Specials

*Summertime Martini: Smirnoff  Watermelon Vodka, DeKuyper Watermelon Pucker, and a splash of sweet and sour.

Gin Madras: Tanqueray Gin, cranberry and orange juices. Served on the rocks.

L.A. Cosmo: Absolut Los Angeles Vodka, DeKuyper Triple Sec, muddled limes and cranberry juice.

Peach Tea: Jeremiah Weed Sweet Tea Vodka, De Kuyper Peach Schnapps, lemonade and ice tea .

In addition, we will be featuring 2 Wine selections along with one beer selection . Check our Facebook page or Twitter for updates!

* Favorite of previous week that carries over into the next.

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More Northwest Wines to Be Featured at Bentley’s Grill

Wednesday, August 11th, 2010

Weekly Wine Notes From Brian Kemmerle

Bentley’s Wine Steward, Brian Kemmerle regularly offers his insight and experience to help select the perfect wine to accompany Chef Derek Ridgway’s dishes.  This week, Brian is announcing big changes to the Wine by the Glass program at Bentley’s Grill…

Expanding on the “Featured Pinot Noir” concept we have changed the wine by the glass program here at Bentley’s Grill. Instead of featuring just one Oregon Pinot Noir we will now be featuring at least two; as well as at least two stunning white wines and at least three full bodied, dark fruited reds from around the Northwest.

Please check out the new “Featured Wines” section of the beverage menu at your table. This area of the menu will change frequently, so remember to check in for the newest selections. On this menu, be sure to order a glass of the Westrey 2008 Oracle Vineyard Pinot Noir for $12.50 and the gaVin 2007 Columbia Valley Syrah for only $6.50.

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Bentley’s Grill Happy Hour Specials: Week of August 9-11th

Monday, August 9th, 2010

Enjoy great drink and appetizer specials in the Lounge after 4pm each Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evening with one of our three weekly Happy Hour events: Lounge Lizard Monday, Tuesday Tinis, and Ladies Night on Wednesdays.

You can also reap rewards by joining our Facebook Page and checking in on FourSquare. Drop by and meet the friendliest staff in downtown Salem and see why our Happy Hour is the best in the Mid Valley! Specials are only offered the Bentley’s Grill Lounge.

Monday, August 9: Lounge Lizard Monday 4pm-close

Relax and be a Lounge Lizard with special cocktails featuring Cuervo Tequila.

Enjoy 2 new cocktails made with our featured liquor served with complimentary promotional merchandise (while supplies last).

Lounge Lizard Monday Drink Specials for 8/9

Silver Sunrise: Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila, fresh squeezed orange juice and a splash of grenadine.

Cuervo Silver Margatini: Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila, DeKuyper Triple Sec, muddled limes and sweet and sour.

Pair up one of our drink specials with an appetizer from our Happy Hour menu that includes Dungeness crab cakes and a Miso Sake marinated Ahi salad and ask about Monday’s special appetizer from Chef Derek!

Tuesday, August 10: Tuesday Tinis 4pm-Close

Come by on Tuesday and try it along with some of our other delicious specials.

Enjoy Martinis in our lounge each Tuesday after 4pm.   Bonus for Foursquare Users: the “Mayor” of Bentley’s Grill will receive a complimentary Martini just for being “Mayor”.

Not using FourSquare? Sign up! It is easy and fun. This offer is only available on Tuesdays after 4pm; must be 21 with valid ID, must show proof you are the current Foursquare mayor.

8/10 Tuesday Tini Specials

*Paradise Martini: Smirnoff Pomegranate Vodka, pomegranate and pineapple juices.

Crown Royal Manhatten: Crown Royal Whiskey, sweet vermouth and Angostura Bitters.

French Martini: Ciroc Vodka, Chambord and pineapple juice.

Oranje Lemon Drop: Ketel Oranje Vodka, DeKuyper Triple Sec, muddled lemons and a splash of sweet and sour. Served on the stem.

Wednesday August 11: Ladies Night 4pm-close

Four cocktail specials, 2 wine selections, 1 beer special and delicious appetizers!

Bonus for Bentley’s Grill Facebook Friends: Each week, we will post a special “Ladies Night Facebook Phrase” on our Facebook Page.

The first 25 customers who repeat the “Ladies Night Facebook Phrase” during Ladies Night (4pm-close each Wednesday) will receive a complimentary promotional gift! Check the page each week and invite your friends to take advantage of this fun offer!

8/11 Ladies Night Specials

*Paloma Margatini: Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila, DeKuyper Triple Sec, muddled limes and fresh squeezed grapefruit juice.

Daydream: 10 Cane Rum, Peach schnapps, and orange juice. On the rocks.

Juniper Breeze: Tanqueray Gin, Cranberry juice and a splash of Sierra Mist. Served on the rocks.

Summertime Martini: Smirnoff  Watermelon Vodka, DeKuyper Watermelon Pucker, and a splash of sweet and sour.

In addition, we will be featuring 2 Wine selections along with one beer selection . Check our Facebook page or Twitter for updates!

* Favorite of previous week that carries over into the next.

Posted in Weekly Events