Get to know the gamay grape by way of this week’s wine dinner at Forage. On Tuesday, May 3rd, chef Eric Cooper and resident wine expert Stan Hilbert are taking a culinary (and winey!) trip to Beaujolais, the wine-producing region south of Burgundy and north of Lyon, known for, as Hilbert puts it, being one of the only French wine regions that “doesn’t take itself too seriously while making some serious wine.” You can see what’s in store on the menus (there are both omnivore and vegetarian versions) below then book your table at the restaurant (indoors or out on their heated patio) for $95 per person, or order your dinner (and pairings) for pick-up for $150 for two people. You can also call Forage at 617.576.5444 or drop an email to the team if you’ve got any Qs.

OMNIVORE

Hosta Shoots
Confit Garlic, Pink Peppercorns
2019 Beaujolais Blanc, JM Burgaud

Poached Monkfish
Ramps, Black Radish, Parsley
2020 Morgon, Marcel Lapierre

Confit Hen
Cajun Dirty Rice, Braised Nettles, Mustard Pickles
2018 Fleurie “Cuvée Tardive”, Clos de la Roilette

Oak Leaf Tea Cake
Rose & Lemon Granita
2021 “Balance ta Bulle”, Perraud

VEGETARIAN

Hosta Shoots
Confit Garlic, Pink Peppercorns
2019 Beaujolais Blanc, JM Burgaud

Poached Tofu
Ramps, Black Radish, Parsley
2020 Morgon, Marcel Lapierre

Lions Mane Mushrooms
Fresh & Pickled Fiddleheads, Maine Sunset Bean Salad, Wild Rice, Wild Herbs
2018 Fleurie “Cuvée Tardive”, Clos de la Roilette

Oak Leaf Tea Cake
Rose & Lemon Granita
2021 “Balance ta Bulle”, Perraud