Thursday, September 18, 2008

Southaven- September Beer Tasting

BOSTON BEER COMPANY- Samuel Adams Beer
Our Great River Beverages Rep Michael Fondren and Rachael Marvel.
Steven, preparing the beer for the first course.
Brie wrapped in Puff Pastry with an Apple Chutney served with Samuel Adams Cream Stout
Chef Josh Cobbs and his assistant, Lee Mitchell preparing for the second course.
Crab Stuffed Mushroom Caps with a Citrus Horseradish Glaze served with Samuel Adams Brown Ale
Braised Rack of Elk topped with a Cranberry Demiglaze with Thyme and Rosemary seasoned New Potatoes served with Samuel Adams Black Lager
Chef Josh Cobbs preparing desserts tableside.
- Triple Berry Crisp with Blueberries, Blackberries and Strawberries Ala Mode served with Samuel Adams Cherry Wheat
Everyone had a wonderful time!


What a great Beer Dinner we had last night. Thanks to Great River Beverages and Boston Beer Company, makers of Samuel Adams Beer, for the wonderful glasses and the wonderful beer! Josh really outdid himself this tasting, his menu choices paired fabulously with the beer. If you have not joined us for one of our Beer Tastings, you are really missing out on some very creative menus.
Our next Beer Tasting will be October 15th at 6:30pm
See you then!
Reservations Required and Space is Limited- $40 per person
662.890.2467

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Snap To It! Downtown

The 2008 Uniquely Memphis Photo Contest
Sponsored by the Downtowner magazine and Peabody Place Entertainment & Retail Center. The Mesquite Chop House Downtown did their Appetizers for the evening.


Jodie Vance (with Downtowner Magazine) Hope Walker, Brandon Noe, & Eric Watson ( the Chef at Chop House)


Cocktail Shrimp

Asparagus wrapped in Prime Rib

Pork Loin with Spinach and Carmelized Onions wrapped in Grilled Tortilla

Friday, August 29, 2008

Southaven- Happy Birthday Steve Hanks!

Steve and Melanie Hanks





Everyone at the Mesquite Chop House would like to wish our good friend Steve a very Happy Birthday!!!!!

Southaven- Patio Party August 28th





Another good time was had by all who attended this weeks Patio Party! Come join us every Thursday from 6pm to 1am-Live Music, Complimentary Appetizers, Quarter Oysters on the Half Shell, Martini Specials........you can't beat it!!!!!
See you Soon!!!

Southaven- Happy Birthday Michelle Williamson!


Michelle and Johnny Williamson










HAPPY BIRTHDAY MICHELLE!!!
Mesquite Chop House was very happy to play a part in Michelle's Surprise Party! Everyone had a grand time. Thanks again!

Downtown Wine Dinner

This is Porter Allison with Star Distributors. Porter was our host for the August Wine Dinner, and what a dinner! We had a good mix of regulars and new faces this month. Check out the photos of the food below and we know you will want to join us in September.

Lulu and Alan Hargraves

Bobby and Tracy Hoard

Freddy Norman

Phil Bateman and James White

Melvin Hatch and Lenee Smith

Marquise and Jahari Dowdy

Beverly Davis and Steve Smith

And Eric Watson our Chef


Our first course was Sea Scallops marinated in a Orange and Lime Citrus toss with a mix of Avocado and Tomato Relish, served with Purple Corn Chips and Sirachi Aioli, Paired with Matanzas Creek Chardonnay.


Our Second course was a Heart of Romaine grilled and topped with Green Goddess Dressing, Bacon, Tomatoes and young Leeks. Paired with Conumdrum Chardonnay.


And the third a Pan Seared Paillard of Veal topped with Crawfish and Bearnaise Sauce, accompanied by grilled Asparagus and grilled Sweet Red Bell Peppers. Paired with Stags Leap Petite Syrah.
last but not least, a Double Chocolate Orange Torte paired with Far Niente Dolce.

Friday, August 22, 2008

Southaven- August Beer Dinner

Our Feature Brewery was the Rogue Brewery

What a nice crowd!

Josh Cobbs, General Manager, welcoming the group.

Peking Duck Wontons served with the Morimoto Soba Ale

House Smoked Amber Jack with a Key Lime Mustard Sauce and a Sweet and Sour Slaw served with the American Amber

Cocoa and Coffee Dusted Medallions of Beef with a Sweet Potato Casserole and served with the Mocha Porter

Triple Chocolate Bread Pudding Ala Mode served with the Chocolate Stout

Everyone really had a good time!
Don't forget, the Beer Dinner is on the Third Wednesday of the month....this month's menu and beer pairings were over the top. Hope to see you at the next one on September 17th!
September Beer Dinner featuring Samuel Adams Brewery
September 17th at 6:30pm
Reservations Required
662.890.2467
See you Soon!