Patron, Bubbly and Tapas

Washington Square’s venerable Valanni would like to propose a toast — or rather, several toasts. On Monday, August 16, executive chef John Strain will serve five-course tequila dinner, dubbed the Patron Throwdown, with pairings of traditional tequila cocktails. Then, on Monday, August 23 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Strain will host a Bubbles and Bites cocktail party, pairing butlered Mediterranean-Latin tapas with flights of Veuve Clicquot Champagne. Each dinner costs $55; call the restaurant to make reservations. Click through to view the tequila dinner and champagne-and-tapas menus.

Patron Five-Course Throwdown Menu

First Course — Chilled Watermelon Soup — lump crab meat, jalapeño oil, candied watermelon. Paired with a Blood Orange Margarita.

Second Course — Shrimp and Scallop Ceviche — bell pepper brunoise, orange supremes, cilantro-lime vinaigrette. Paired with a flight of three Patron tequila shots.

Third Course — Sangrita Intermezzo

Fourth Course — Grilled Flank Steak — chimichurri, yucca chips, haricot verts ; Smoked Shrimp and Pineapple Kabobs — tequila-lime marinade, poblano rice. Paired with a traditional Patron Silver margarita.

Fifth Course — Key Lime Tart. Paired with Cafe Patron.

Veuve Champagne Tasting Menu

Baked brie crostini
Shrimp ceviche with bell pepper bruniose, cilantro/lime vinaigrette, plantain chip
Tuna tartar with a balsamic soy reduction
Serrano ham wrapped cantaloupe
Chocolate covered strawberries
Raw oysters
Mini blueberry tart with mascarpone whipped cream
Warm marinated mushrooms on toasted baguette
Truffled popcorn

Valanni, 1229 Spruce Street, 215-790-9494