Join us at Coteau des Prairies Lodge for a one-of-a-kind dining experience on February 18th, 2016. We are thrilled to announce ‘Sazerac on the Prairie’, a six course dinner featuring New Orleans inspired southern cuisine with live music by Dan Brekke. This is a unique opportunity to preview the menu of a soon-to-be opened premiere downtown Fargo restaurant called Sazerac Alley. Executive Chef/Co-Owner Christian D’Agostino will introduce our guests to the foods which will be served by his establishment in the spring when Sazerac Alley opens its door to the public.
As the Mardi Gras parades pass through the streets of New Orleans, an often overlooked food Mecca, make plans to join us among the snow drifts of the north to celebrate the lively flavors of the southeast. Chef D’Agostino has prepared a special menu just for this event and he will be introducing each course and giving us an education on ‘Sazerac’ cuisine.
Dan Brekke of Moorhead, a master of vocals, guitar and fiddle will be preforming music all night to accompany the festive dishes served from the kitchen. Don’t miss Dan’s amazing fiddle, which we can’t wait to hear again at the lodge!
Guests will also enjoy a special course featuring our 28 Day Dry Aged Breker Beef tenderloin. We can’t wait to try it ‘Sazerac’ style!
Menu
Chargrilled Malpeque Oysters – New Orleans traditional garlic butter
Duck and Andouille Sausage Gumbo
Blackened Swordfish – avocado salsa, blood orange butter sauce
Crawfish and Scallop Pie – seafood stew, trinity, thyme, puff pastry cover
Carved Dry Aged Breker Beef tenderloin – three cheese custard, bacon braised brussel sprouts, creole mustard sauce
Cinnamon Raisin Croissant Pudding – banana rum ice cream, hot “Bananas Foster” sauce
Suggested wine pairings will be available
About the Chef
Chef Christian D’Agostino has been influential in the Fargo-Moorhead dining scene for several years, but his experience began at age 13 as a dishwasher at an Italian restaurant up through chef positions at multiple restaurants and his experience as Executive Chef on a cruise line where he learned culinary skills from literally around the globe. Christian’s formal training comes from The Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, NY. Christian served as Executive Chef at Sarello’s for a number of years as he oversaw the rennaisance of fine dining in Fargo-Moorhead. In 2009, Chef Christian, along with his business parter Dan Hurder, took ownership of Monte’s Downtown restaurant followed by the successful launch of The Boiler Room and Barbacoa. Monte’s was recently closed to make room for the new New Orleans inspired concept known as ‘Sazerac Alley’.
Event Details
The event is on Thursday, February 18th at Coteau des Prairies Lodge. Everyone is welcome, but space is limited and meals are available by reservation only. The price is $65 per person which includes a multiple course gourmet meal and food introductions by Chef Christian D’Agostina along with live music by Dan Brekke. Suggested pairings of wine and beer will be available at the bar. Water and coffee will be provided. Doors open at 4pm, guests are welcome to come early, tour the lodge and enjoy refreshments served at the bar. When you arrive at the lodge, sign your party in with our hostess. Guests will be seated for the meal promptly at 6pm.
For reservations, fill out the online form below or call 701-680-1175
Because we have limited space available, we kindly request advanced notice if you must cancel your reservation or reduce your party size so we can make room for other guests. Thank you.
You will receive confirmation of your reservation within 24 hours.
Sazerac on the Prairie was another great evening at the Lodge. Excellent food, delicious beverages, and wonderful conversation. Thanks for another great experience!