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Southern National Wine Dinner feat. Vision Cellars
On Friday, May 25, Southern National is proud to host a private dining experience featuring executive chef Duane Nutters special tasting menu paired perfectly with Vision Cellar wines. From 7 9 p.m., Vision winemaker and owner Mac MacDonald will unite with Southern National beverage director Will Jones to present his select wines of different variety. For $125 per person (including tax & gratuity), guests will enjoy an exclusive five-course seated dinner with pairings in Southern Nationals covered courtyard, followed by the opportunity to mix & mingle with the winemaker and chef. Once the dinner commences, the bar will re-open for those who would like to indulge in a beverage and continue wine talk.
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Ms. Lils Vineyard Rosé of Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley 15 Pickled Strawberry & Grilled Watermelon Salad arugula, avocado
Pinot Noir, Sonoma County15 Seared Black Drum Creole peanuts & cauliflower
Rosellas Vineyard Pinot Noir, Monterey County 13 Shrimp & Blueberry Braised Short Rib Rice Grits peas, asparagus
Garys Vineyard Pinot Noir, Santa Lucia Highlands 13 Pan Roasted Duck Breast collard green & duck confit hash, parsnip carrot puree
Blanc Gris White Wine, California Brie & Thomasville Tomme Cheese apple thyme apricot relish, phyllo pecan crisps
In honor of this special event, Southern National will be closed to the public and will re-open during regular business hours on Saturday, May 26. In the case of inclement weather, Southern Nationals Vision Cellars Wine Dinner will be served inside the dining room. For more information, please visit southernational.com.
STAY IN THE CONVERSATION: @ChefDuaneNutter | #SouthernNational | @VisionCellars ABOUT VISION CELLARS & WINEMAKER/OWNER MAC MACDONALD Vision Cellars is a passionate boutique award-winning winery specializing in Pinot Noir without compromise. Vision Cellars was established in 1995 by Mac MacDonald, who is proudly one of the few renowned African American winery owners to date. MacDonald was born the son of a Texas Moonshine maker, and after many trips to Burgundy, France he & his wife, Lil, purchased the best California grapes available to achieve MacDonalds vision of becoming a winemaker. Today, MacDonald & his wife reside in Windsor, California to harvest wine across four vineyards, and travel often to serve a guest winemakers and represent the many wines of Vision Cellars. For more information, please visit visioncellars.com.
ABOUT EXECUTIVE CHEF DUANE NUTTER Nutter began his culinary career in 1994, studying under well-respected Chef Daryl Evans at the Four Seasons Hotel in Atlanta. Nutter went on to work at the Ritz Carlton in Palm Beach, Fla. before making his next big move in 2004 to Louisville, Kentuckys Seelbach Hiltons Oakroom. The Oakroom is one of only 48 AAA Five-Diamond restaurants in the world. Nutter became chef de cuisine and received incredible reviews, especially on his complex interpretations of seemingly simple dishes. He continually enjoys surprising guests with new twists on old favorites. In 2006, Nutter was invited to compete on the Food Networks Iron Chef America and he cooked at the prestigious James Beard House in New York City the following year. He has been praised in a variety of highly regarded publications such as Garden & Gun, Mens Journal, Delta Sky Magazine, Condé Nast Traveler and Details. In 2008, with a new vision and challenge in mind, Nutter accepted the position as One Flew Souths executive chef and used his imaginative execution to blend southern ingredients with world travel influences into the dishes for the first upscale travel-dining restaurant in the worlds busiest airport. Diners at One Flew South enjoy spirited global fare featuring premium ingredients from regional farmers and purveyors. Additionally, the restaurant serves clever cocktails and an exceptional to-go menu. In 2017, Nutter relocated to Mobile, Ala. to open Southern National with restaurateur and friend, Reggie Washington. Open since October of 2017, Nutter now offers Mobile a taste of his award-winning Southern National cuisine, and the restaurant was proudly named a 2018 James Beard Semifinalist for Best New Restaurant. In addition to his innovative culinary talent, Nutter has a knack for his hobby as a standup comedian. He was a semi-finalist in Comedy Centrals Laugh Riots and was known around Atlanta as the hilarious Mad Chef. These days, Nutter will occasionally perform in a comedy club, but spends most of his time mastering his ability in the kitchen. ABOUT RESTAURATEUR REGGIE WASHINGTON Washington was lured at an early age into the culinary world when his passion for the industry and food was recognized. He has shaped his style and depth of knowledge in the industry for over 24 years. With a wealth of culinary and operational experience, Washington introduced his talent and level of service to One Flew South, Marriott Marquis, Colony Square Hotel, Hilton Hotel, Atlanta Hyatt Regency and as Executive chef to the first family of Alabama Governor Fob James. Additionally, Washington held the honor of combining his rich passion for southern-inspired cuisine and southern hospitality to guests at the Masters Tournament in Augusta, Ga. as Executive chef at Club Magnolia. In the spring of 2017, Washington looks forward to returning to his hometown of Mobile, Ala. to open his newest venture, Southern National.
ABOUT PORT CITY HOSPITALITY GROUP, LLC In summer of 2016, restaurateur Reggie Washington and chef Duane Nutter founded Port City Hospitality, LLC. A sector of the Atlanta-based Lush Life Group, Port City Hospitality opened its first restaurant, Southern National, in Mobile, Ala. in October of 2017. Dedicated to the culture, flavors and hospitality of the south, Port City Hospitality combines Washingtons 24 years of culinary and operational experience with chef Nutters trail-blazing cuisine to provide exceptional dining experiences in Mobile and beyond.
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LocationSouthern National (View)
360 Dauphin Street
Mobile, AL 36602
United States
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Minimum Age: 21 |
Kid Friendly: No |
Dog Friendly: No |
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