Trio Restaurant Hosts Harpoon Beer Dinner Showcasing New England Fare and Seasonal Brews

Chef April Kindt and Beverage Director Shawn Westhoven of Trio Restaurant have teamed up with Harpoon Brewery to present an unforgettable evening filled with the flavors of autumn.

On Thursday, November 19, Trio is hosting a seasonal beer dinner with Harpoon Brewery. Guests are invited to indulge in a unique five-course menu with courses expertly paired to Harpoon’s specialty beers by Chef April Kindt. The menu at Trio is guided by locally-purchased, locally sourced fare and is a perfect accompaniment to the local and seasonal brews from Harpoon – one of New England’s most beloved and heralded craft brewers.

The dinner also showcases Harpoon’s dedication to creating unique and flavorful beers to suit all palettes. Harpoon uses only four ingredients to create fresh and seasonal brews such as the popular Octoberfest, a malty tribute to fall balanced by a gentle hop bitterness, and the Imperial Pumpkin Spiced Stout, a black full-bodied stout that is ideally enjoyed on a chilly fall evening.

The menu is $60 per person and includes the following courses:

1st COURSE

UFO WHITE

American White Ale

PORK RILLETTE

garlic crostini, orange marmalade, fried sage

2nd COURSE

HARPOON IPA

New England-style India Pale Ale

BITTER GREENS

(mizuna, watercress, frisee, kale, arugula)

fried goat cheese, pickled apple + cucumber,

pomegranate, vanilla pomegranate vinaigrette

3rd COURSE

OCTOBERFEST

Marzen/Octoberfest

SPICE RUBBED DUCK BREAST

Cabernet stewed dried cherries, Brussels sprout leaves,

bacon lardons, Oktoberfest beer mustard

4th COURSE

100 BARREL SERIES #55 “EHOP”

Amber Ale - made with employee grown hops and local herbs

PORCINI CRUSTED NY STRIP

acorn squash risotto, wild mushrooms, port wine demi

5th COURSE

IMPERIAL PUMPKIN SPICED STOUT

Spiced Imperial Stout

GINGERBREAD PUDDING

pumpkin gelato, Imperial Pumpkin Spiced Stout,

vanilla bean sauce, almond tuille cookie

Price is $60 per person (not including tax and gratuity). Space is limited and reservations are required.

Thursday, November 19

Reception begins at 6:00 PM; Dinner is at 7:00 PM

Trio Restaurant

15 Kingstown Road

Narragansett, RI 02882

401.792.4333

www.trio-ri.com

About Trio and Newport Restaurant Group

Trio shares the culinary philosophy that echoes throughout all of the Newport Restaurant Group’s establishments, and is guided by locally-purchased, locally supported and organic ingredients whenever possible. The menu reflects authentic New England seafood offerings with South County influences and ingredients, as well as steaks and chops and house-made pastas inspired by the Mediterranean. For reservations and more information, please call 401.792.4333 or visit www.trio-ri.com

Dedicated to creating memorable experiences for their guest, the Newport Restaurant Group has mastered the art of blending thoughtful food with world-class hospitality in striking locations. As one of the largest supporters of local food in the state, all the Newport Restaurant Group’s establishments, including Castle Hill Inn, 22 Bowen’s, Boat House, Hemenway’s, The Mooring, Smoke House, Trio, and Waterman Grille, use the highest-quality ingredients available, crafting menus based on in-season produce and sustainable farming and fishing methods. Each restaurant is a unique reflection of its surroundings, and their team is dedicated to making sure every experience is warm and memorable. For more information visit www.newportrestaurantgroup.com