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Treat Mom in Downtown Bellevue

May 6, 2010

For all she does for you all year round, its time to return the favor! Treat the mother in your life to a special experience in Downtown Bellevue. There are plenty of opportunities to give mom the celebration she deserves, whether it’s brunch with the family or dinner for two. Specials will be going on all week, so make reservations somewhere she’ll enjoy!

Artisanal Brasserie & Winebar
Give mom a Parisian adventure! Celebrate with French savoir faire and be transported to Europe as you dine on Penn Cove Mussels A’la Provençal with Hand Cut Fries; Chicken Under Brick with Potato Purée with Young Vegetables and Sweet Garlic Jus; or Crème Brulee “Le Cirque.” Click to view Artisanal’s brunch and dinner menus. For reservations call (425) 372-2200. artisanalwa.com

Basil’s Kitchen & Bar @ The Hilton
Visit Basil’s at the Bellevue Hilton on Mother’s Day for the best brunch on the Eastside! From 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. celebrate with your choice of sushi, seafood, omelets, waffles, meats, pastries and much more. Basil’s will also feature their famous Chocolate Fountain Dessert Buffet, as well as complimentary mimosas, juice, coffee and tea. Priced at $42.95 for adults, $19.95 for children ages 5-12, and free under 5. For reservations call (425) 455-1300. bellevuehilton.com 

El Gaucho
Treat mom to an elegant dinner at El Gaucho this year. El Gaucho will be open at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 9, and all mothers will receive chocolate truffles and a flower just for dining! For reservations call (425) 455-2715. elgaucho.com 

The Melting Pot
Celebrate mom all week long at the Melting Pot! Stop by any time Monday, May 3rd through Sunday, May 9th to enjoy a special Mother’s Day menu, featuring a complimentary mimosa for your special lady. Choose between two options – the “Mom’s Indulgence” for $44 featuring Lobster Tail, New York Strip Florentine, Chili Garlic Chicken, Spring Vegetable Dumplings, Peppered Shrimp, and Pork Tenderloin – or the “Signature Selection” priced at $39. Prices include cheese fondue, salad, entrée and dessert. Order from the special Mother’s Day menu and kids under 12 eat free! Mother’s Day week expanded hours of operation are 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 4:00 – 10:30 p.m. Friday, and 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday. For reservations call (425) 64602744. meltingpot.com

Paddy Coyne’s Irish Pub
Moms eat free all day at Paddy Coyne’s! Stop by for breakfast, lunch, or dinner on Mother’s Day and get one free entrée for her when two or more entrées are purchased. For reservations call (425) 453-8080. paddycoynes.com 

Palomino
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Palomino, featuring a special Chef-Selected menu. For reservations call (425) 455-7600. palomino.com

Pearl Bar & Dining
Enjoy Mother’s Day at Pearl! Brunch will be served from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and will feature a special á la carte menu. Highlights include Brioche French Toast, Classic Eggs Benedict, Dungeness Crab Omelets and much more! Dinner will also be served from 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. For reservations call (425) 455-0181. pearlbellevue.com

Purple Café & Wine Bar
Join Purple this Sunday to celebrate Mother’s Day! Purple will be featuring special menus for both kids and adults during brunch and dinner hours. Both menus include a beverage, starter, entrée and dessert. Adult menu includes entrée’s of Spinach Quiche, Monte Cristo, or Smoked Salmon Omelet for brunch and Porcini Crusted Chicken, Spring Pasta, or Red Onion Glazed Pork Chop for dinner. The kid’s menu includes Scrambled Eggs, French Toast, Cheese Pizza and Chicken Nuggets for brunch, with the addition of Mini Burgers and Mac & Cheese for dinner. Adult dinner is priced at $25, adult brunch is $20, and kids brunch and dinner are both $10. For reservations call (425) 502-6292. thepurplecafe.com

Wild Ginger
Dine at Wild Ginger where Moms receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine! Wild Ginger’s Dim Sum and Hawker Brunch will also be served from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday, including a mimosa bar. For reservations call (425) 495-8889. wildginger.net

Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill
Join Z’Tejas on Sunday, May 9th from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. for a special Mother’s Day Brunch! Includes a free Chef’s Dessert of Chocolate Mousse with fresh berries, and a complimentary photo for every mom. Also check out the build your own bloody Mary Bar for $3.50. For reservations call (425) 467-5911. ztejas.com

Artisanal Brasserie’s spring menu debut

April 22, 2010

Bellevue Local Table recently had the opportunity to sample dishes from Artisanal Brasserie’s new spring menu. Chef Terrence Brennan’s commitment to using fresh Pacific Northwest ingredients can be seen throughout the carte du jour. The spring and early summer harvest bring new flavors to the dining table including lush fruits (strawberries, raspberries), vibrant produce (rhubarb, wild morel mushrooms, asparagus), and pristine seafood (halibut). Watch the video below of the Chef himself describing our 5-course spring preview menu—then head over to the Brasserie to try the new spring fare for yourself!

BLT Tip! Artisanal Brasserie participates in Seattle Restaurant Week, April 18-29 (Sunday-Thursday). Enjoy 3 courses for $15 during lunch and 3 courses for $25 during dinner! Click here to see Artisanal’s Seattle Restaurant Week menus. There is no better time to go than now!

Artisanal Brasserie and Winebar – Spring Preview Menu

Torchon of Foie Gras
Rhubarb Jam, Grilled Country Bread

Gnocchi Parisienne
Wild Morels, Asparagus, Pea Tendrils

Alaskan Halibut
Fava Beans a la Francais, Lemon-Parmesan Mousseline

Pork Belly Bowl
Noodles, Vegetables, Broth, Poached Egg

Rhubarb Tart
Strawberry-Balsamic Ice Cream

Artisanal Brasserie's spring menu debut

Bellevue Local Table recently had the opportunity to sample dishes from Artisanal Brasserie’s new spring menu. Chef Terrence Brennan’s commitment to using fresh Pacific Northwest ingredients can be seen throughout the carte du jour. The spring and early summer harvest bring new flavors to the dining table including lush fruits (strawberries, raspberries), vibrant produce (rhubarb, wild morel mushrooms, asparagus), and pristine seafood (halibut). Watch the video below of the Chef himself describing our 5-course spring preview menu—then head over to the Brasserie to try the new spring fare for yourself!

BLT Tip! Artisanal Brasserie participates in Seattle Restaurant Week, April 18-29 (Sunday-Thursday). Enjoy 3 courses for $15 during lunch and 3 courses for $25 during dinner! Click here to see Artisanal’s Seattle Restaurant Week menus. There is no better time to go than now!

Artisanal Brasserie and Winebar – Spring Preview Menu

Torchon of Foie Gras
Rhubarb Jam, Grilled Country Bread

Gnocchi Parisienne
Wild Morels, Asparagus, Pea Tendrils

Alaskan Halibut
Fava Beans a la Francais, Lemon-Parmesan Mousseline

Pork Belly Bowl
Noodles, Vegetables, Broth, Poached Egg

Rhubarb Tart
Strawberry-Balsamic Ice Cream

Seattle Restaurant Week in Downtown Bellevue

April 6, 2010

April showers bring…tasty food and great deals! Sunday, April 18 through Thursday April 29, five Downtown Bellevue restaurants will be serving up lunch and dinner as part of Seattle Restaurant Week’s three-course meals for only $25 promotion. Enjoy delicious food by world renowned chefs like John Howie, Terrance Brennan, Mike Davis and Jacky Lo. Over 100 local restaurants in the Puget Sound region will be participating in this inaugural event. Throughout the 10 day event, foodies can also enter-to-win $100 dollar gift cards by submitting their name and email here. Find out more information on Seattle Restaurant Week’s website. It’s time to eat!

Artisanal Brasserie & Winebar
The Bravern
11111 N.E. Eighth St.
The Bravern
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 372-2200
artisanalwa.com

Dinner – 3 Courses for $25
Lunch – 3 Courses for $15
Artisanal’s Seattle Restaurant Week Menus

Barrio Bellevue
Bellevue Towers
10650 NE 4th St
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 502-5021
barriorestaurant.com

Dinner – 3 Courses for $25
Lunch – 3 Courses for $15
Barrio’s Seattle Restaurant Week Menus

Purple Café and Wine Bar Bellevue
Bellevue Towers
430 106th Ave NE
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 502-6292
thepurplecafe.com

Dinner – 3 Courses for $25
Lunch – 3 Courses for $15
Purple’s Seattle Restaurant Week Menus

Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar Bellevue
205 108th Ave. N.E.
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 456-0010
seastarrestaurant.com

Dinner – 3 Courses for $25
Seastar’s Seattle Restaurant Week Menu

Wild Ginger Bellevue
The Bravern
11020 NE 6th St
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 495-8889
wildginger.net

Dinner – 3 Courses for $25
Lunch – 3 Courses for $15
Wild Ginger’s Seattle Restaurant Week Menus

Welcome spring with Artisanal Brasserie!

April 2, 2010

 
 
Looking for a fun and free experience to welcome the warm weather season that the whole family can enjoy? Join Artisanal Brasserie & Winebar and The Artisanal Table Pizzeria Enoteca at The Bravern for a ”Spring Fling” weekend! From noon – 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 10 and Sunday, April 11, both Artisanal restaurants will celebrate the beginning of spring with a host of events. Weekend highlights include complimentary passed appetizers and drinks, the opening of their outdoor terrace, raffles and prizes, a book signing, activities for kids, and a cheese and wine tasting. Spring Fling concludes with a special Wine Dinner hosted by Chef Terrance Brennan himself, and Sommelier Jason Miller. The dinner will feature wines from local producer McCrea Vineyards, paired with 5 distinctive courses. See below for a complete schedule of Artisanal’s Spring Fling weekend events:
 
Saturday, April 10th
12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Live music during the Jazz Brunch at Artisanal Brasserie.

12 p.m. – 5 .p.m.
Free gelato and ice cream cones at The Artisanal Table.
Raffles and prizes every 30 minutes, including a “Name the Girl in The Brasserie Logo Contest”. The winner will receive dinner for 2 and will be announced on Artisanal Brasserie’s Facebook page!
Formal opening of the outdoor cafe.
Free parking when dining.

12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. 
Coloring contest at The Artisanal Table. Chef Brennan will select a winner, who will receive a pizza party for 6 people and admission to an upcoming Pizza Making Class!
Kid’s game corner.

3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Complimentary passed appetizers and Pomegranate Spritzers in Lobby 1 and inside the Artisanal Brasserie and The Artisanal Table.
Free cheese and wine tasting.
Chef Terrance Brennan book signing (Artisanal Cooking:  A Chef Shares His Passion for Handcrafting Great Meals at Home).

Sunday, April 11th
12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Live music during the Jazz Brunch at Artisanal Brasserie.

12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Cooking Demo with Chef Terrance Brennan at The Artisanal Table.

6:30 p.m.
McCrea Vineyards 5-course Wine Dinner with Chef Terrance Brennan and Sommelier Jason Miller ($85 per person). Reservations are required. Call (425) 372-2200.