American cheese and cheese made in America are not the same, and L’Espalier’s Fromager Matthew Helvitz wants to show you that USA-made curds can be just as good as their European counterparts. On Tuesday, July 31st, he’s taking you on a patriotic tour (through your plate) of pasturelands near and far, from Vermont to Wisconsin to California, sharing his top picks from around the country. Take your seat by 7:00pm for three courses from chef Frank McClelland plus wine pairings, before moving on to the grand cheese tasting. Dinner is $95 per person — call 617.262.3023 to reserve your spot.

AB:
Lobster, melon and nasturtium salad

1st Course
Chilled Summer Squash Bisque-heirloom tomato confit, Patty Pan, Mozzarella di Bufala, Focaccia Balsamic Chip
2015 Domaine Weinbach, Riesling, Reserve Personnelle, Alsace, France

2nd Course
Warm Duck Pate- Marinated stone fruit, Fresh Farmers Cheese, Duck Chicharrón, Fine Herbs
2017 Domaine Marquiliani, Rose, Corsica, France

3rd course
Roasted Chicken- Flowering Brocollini, Pickled Alliums, Marcona Almonds, Farm Egg Espuma, Cheddar Crisp
2015 Daniel Crochet, Sancerre Rouge, Pinot Noir, Loire, France

Cheese Course
Pineau Des Charentes, Pierre Ferrand, France

Dessert Course (optional)
Individual pineapple coconut upside down baby cake