Thursday Sips & Nibbles

I'm back again with a new edition of Sips & Nibbles, my regular column where I highlight some interesting, upcoming food and drink events. I hope everyone dines out safely, tips well and are nice to their servers.
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1) Saperavi, Khachapuri, and Plăcintă! What a delicious trio. On Thursday, August 17, at 7pm, the Moldova Restaurant, in Newton, will hold a Blind Tasting of Saperavi wines, a Saperavi Battle, with wines from Moldova, Georgia and the USA.

Joining the Moldova Restaurant will be:
Sommelier Erika Frey (CS, CWE, DIPLOMA WSET) lead presenter, representing USA
Importer/Distributor Kosta Chernikov from Saperavi Brothers, representing Georgia
Importer/Distributor Andrei Birsan from Wine of Moldova USA, representing Moldova

Immerse yourself in the rich flavors and aromas of this unique Georgian grape variety. Discover the diverse range of Saperavi wines and experience a true taste sensation. During the Saperavi Battle, you'll have the opportunity to sample different Saperavi wines, compare their characteristics, and vote for your favorites. 

Where there's Saperavi, there's Georgian Khachapuri. Moldova Restaurant will prepare these famous Georgian pies, as well as the Traditional Moldova pies called Plăcintă. Guests will also be able to order additional food from the dinner menu if they choose to.

You will be able to purchase wines to take with you. Restrictions apply. 21+ only event. You can purchase tickets, for $75 per person, HERE.

2) Charcuterie is commonly cured meats (especially pork), terrines, galantines, ballotines, pâtés, confit, and similar items. A charcuterie plate may also have cheese, bread, crackers and more. However, some restaurants have created more unique charcuterie plates, relying primarily on seafood rather than pork products. These seafood charcuterie dishes are especially good choices during the summer. 

Legal Sea Foods has introduced a new menu, which they call Sea-Cuterie, a seasonally changing selection of shellfish and roe to salads and cocktails. Items can be ordered individually, including Smoked Salmon Spread, Crab & Caviar Deviled Eggs, Shellfish Salad, and more.  Or you can order the Grand Board-Full Selection, so you can sample all of the individual dishes. In addition, Legal Sea Foods will soon be bringing back their Smoked Bluefish Paté.