2006 Washington Wine Restaurant Award Winners Announced; Salty's on Alki Wins Restaurant of the Year, Sommelier of the Year.SEATTLE -- The fourth annual Washington Wine Wine produced in the U.S. state of Washington has a long and continued history. The state ranks 2nd in the US in the production of varietal wine with over 31,000 acres (125 km² or 48. Restaurant Awards, hosted last night by the Washington Wine Commission (WWC WWC Worldwide Classroom WWC Walla Walla College (Walla Walla, WA USA) WWC World Water Council WWC Women's World Cup (soccer) WWC Workshop on Workload Characterization WWC Washington Wheat Commission ) and the Seattle Times Company, honored 51 Washington restaurants for their commitment to supporting the Washington wine industry. Held at The Triple Door in Seattle, the Washington Wine Restaurant Awards recognizes restaurants across the nation that consistently go above and beyond to promote the state's quality wines. Before an audience of more than 250 restaurant representatives, sommeliers, distributors, winemakers and wine press, the WWC presented awards to those restaurants and individuals who have done an exemplary job of showcasing Washington's world-class wines with their fabulous cuisine. "Restaurants are critical partners to the Washington wine industry because the restaurant is where consumers often have their first wine experience," said Robin Pollard pollard fine protein-rich feed supplement for farm animals; a byproduct from the milling of wheat for flour. Called also shorts. , executive director for the Washington Wine Commission. "The Washington Wine Restaurant Awards program recognizes those establishments that exhibit strong support of Washington wines with innovative and educational promotions." Wine philosophy, wine service, education, glassware, wine list creativity and innovative promotions were among the criteria by which judges rated each entry. The evaluation team was comprised of wine retailers, winery win·er·y n. pl. win·er·ies An establishment at which wine is made. Noun 1. winery - distillery where wine is made wine maker representatives, Washington Restaurant Association members and the Washington Wine Commission. And the winners are.... Salty's on Alki in Seattle took home two top honors last night, securing the coveted cov·et v. cov·et·ed, cov·et·ing, cov·ets v.tr. 1. To feel blameworthy desire for (that which is another's). See Synonyms at envy. 2. To wish for longingly. See Synonyms at desire. Restaurant of the Year and Sommelier of The Year awards. Co-owners Gerry Kingen and Bonnie bon·ny also bon·nie adj. bon·ni·er, bon·ni·est Scots 1. Physically attractive or appealing; pretty. 2. Excellent. David are strong Washington wine supporters, featuring Northwest food and wine pairings in ongoing monthly promotions and radio shows. The Washington Wine Restaurant of the Year award honors the restaurant that has promoted Washington wines above and beyond all others. To recognize this great achievement, the Restaurant of the Year recipient receives a special engraved en·grave tr.v. en·graved, en·grav·ing, en·graves 1. To carve, cut, or etch into a material: engraved the champion's name on the trophy. 2. large format bottle for public display and a commemorative com·mem·o·ra·tive adj. Honoring or preserving the memory of another. n. Something that honors or preserves the memory of another. com·mem wine glass designed by local artist David Williams David Williams is the name of: Musicians
Tim O'Brien Tim O'Brien can refer to:
assemblage, gathering - a group of persons together in one place wine tasting n → degustación f de vinos for the restaurant staff. "Salty's on Alki is thrilled to be a partner with the Washington Wine industry, as Washington wine is a key element of our wine program," said Tim O'Brien, "We know that we share a bright future with the Washington wine industry and we are anxious to entertain wine lovers Noun 1. wine lover - a connoisseur of fine wines; a grape nut cognoscente, connoisseur - an expert able to appreciate a field; especially in the fine arts from all parts of the globe at Salty's." Barking Frog in Woodinville, Wash. received the third annual Washington Restaurant Association award for its comprehensive Washington wine list and impeccable im·pec·ca·ble adj. 1. Having no flaws; perfect. See Synonyms at perfect. 2. Incapable of sin or wrongdoing. [Latin impecc reputation for superb food and service. These same standards earned Barking Frog the Restaurant of the Year award in 2003. Erik Liedholm, wine director and sommelier at Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar in Bellevue, Wash. was awarded the Walter Clore Dr. Walter J. Clore (July 1st 1911-Feb. 3, 2003) was a pioneer in wine growing and agricultural research in Washington State and has been formally recognized by the Washington State Legislature as the "Father of Washington Wine".[1]. Honorarium HONORARIUM. A recompense for services rendered. It is usually applied only to the recompense given to persons whose business is connected with science; as the fee paid to counsel. 2. for his steadfast support and promotion of the Washington wine industry. Liedholm is recognized for his wine philosophy of "thinking local while cooking global," which is reflected in Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar's wine and food menu. Liedholm is a member of the International Association of Culinary Professionals The International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) is a United States based non-profit professional association whose members work in culinary education, communication, or the preparation of food and beverage. and the Sommelier Society of America. He is currently working towards achieving his Master Sommelier certification. The Herbfarm in Woodinville, Wash. received the Most Innovative Wine List recognition for its outstanding selection of Washington wines. Northwest wines lead off every category on the Herbfarm's wine list, which also includes profiles of winemakers and winegrowers. The Herbfarm was honored as Restaurant of the Year in 2005. Anthony's Restaurants and 26brix in Walla Walla Walla Walla (wŏl`ə wŏl`ə), city (1990 pop. 26,478), seat of Walla Walla co., SE Wash., at the junction of the Walla Walla River and Mill Creek, near the Oregon line; inc. 1862. , Wash. were jointly recognized as Best Restaurant Event Featuring Washington Wine for their creative wine promotions. 26brix was honored for serving 11 Washington wines with Northwest cuisine at the James Beard Foundation The James Beard Foundation is a New York-based national professional non-profit organization named in honor of James Beard that serves to promote the culinary arts by honoring chefs, wine professionals, journalists, and cookbook authors at annual award ceremonies and providing Dinner in New York City New York City: see New York, city. New York City City (pop., 2000: 8,008,278), southeastern New York, at the mouth of the Hudson River. The largest city in the U.S. . Anthony's Restaurant was honored for its "Best of Season" promotions highlighting the very best seasonal Northwest ingredients paired with a rotated rotated turned around; pivoted. rotated tibia see rotated tibia. selection of Washington wines. Anthony's received the Restaurant of the Year award in 2004. The award for Best Out of State Washington Wine Program went to Artist Point at Walt Disney World Noun 1. Walt Disney World - a large amusement park established in 1971 to the southwest of Orlando Orlando - a city in central Florida; site of Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla., for its wine list featuring selections exclusively from the Northwest. Tied for the Most Improved Wine Program award were The Marc @ The Marcus Whitman Hotel in Walla Walla, Wash. and Brix 25 Degrees in Gig Harbor, Wash. who shared honors for increasing their Washington wine selections as well as creating new monthly wine programs to educate consumers and staff about Washington wines. The Washington Wine Grand Award and the Washington Wine Award of Distinction commend those restaurants that designate menu and wine list space for Washington wines. Washington Wine Grand Awards were awarded to 17 restaurants whose wine lists are comprised of 60 percent or more Washington wines and a minimum of 60 percent by-the-glass Washington wine selections. In addition, each of these restaurants feature Washington wines year-round through a number of promotional activities. Washington Wine Grand Award winners include:
Fine Dining Category Bistro/Cafe/Wine Bar
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Berkshire Grill - Seattle Barking Frog - Woodinville
Brix 25 Degrees - Gig Harbor Creek Town Cafe - Walla Walla
The Herbfarm - Woodinville Idle Hour Cafe & Steakhouse - Quincy
Salty's on Alki - Seattle Iris Grill - Issaquah
Tini Bigs Lounge - Seattle
Restaurant Group Valley Cafe - Ellensburg
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Anthony's Restaurants -
Statewide Hotel Dining Room/Club
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The Inn at Langley - Langley
The Marc @ Marcus Whitman Hotel -
Walla Walla
Meadow Springs Country Club -
Richland
Ocean Crest Resort - Moclips
Sun Mountain Lodge - Winthrop
Washington Athletic Club - Seattle
Twenty-two restaurants received Washington Wine Awards of Distinction for wine lists featuring more than 30 percent Washington wines. These restaurants must also have been active in at least two Washington wine promotions during 2005. Washington Wine Award of Distinction winners include:
Fine Dining Bistro/Cafe/Wine Bar
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26brix - Walla Walla Lombardi's Neighborhood Italian -
Daniel's Broiler - Seattle Seattle
El Gaucho - Seattle Mission Street Bistro - Wenatchee
Elliot's Oyster House - Pomegranate Bistro - Redmond
Seattle
Palisade - Seattle Restaurant Group
Ray's Boathouse - Seattle ----------------
Ruth's Chris Steak House - Matt's Rotisserie & Oyster
Seattle Lounge - Redmond
Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar - The Onion - Spokane
Bellevue Tulio's Restaurant - Seattle
Sky City at the Needle -
Seattle Out of State
Waterfront Seafood Grill - ------------
Seattle Artist Point, Walt Disney World
Wild Ginger - Seattle - Orlando, Fla.
Yarrow Bay Grill - Kirkland The Meadows at Sunriver Resort -
Sunriver, Ore.
Hotel Dining Room/Club
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The Georgian Room - Seattle
Windows of the Seasons -
Spokane
Twelve restaurants received Washington Wine Certificate of Recognition honors for demonstrating significant support of the Washington wine industry. Restaurants in each category include: Fine Dining Bistro/Cafe/Wine Bar ----------- -------------------- Cascadia - Seattle Luau Polynesian Lounge - Seattle Chandler's Crabhouse - Seattle Icon Grill - Seattle Hotel Dining Room/Club Il Bistro - Seattle ---------------------- Oceanaire - Seattle Six-Seven at Edgewater Hotel - Ponti Seafood Grill - Seattle Seattle Queen City Grill - Seattle Triple Door - Seattle Sazerac - Seattle Volterra - Seattle About The Washington Wine Commission The Washington Wine Commission is responsible for the promotion and development of the Washington wine industry, representing the state's more than 400 wineries, 350 wine grape growers and 30,000 vineyard vineyard, land on which cultivation of the grape—known as viticulture—takes place. As many as 40 varieties of grape, Vitis vinifera, are known. acres. For more information about Washington wines, touring, and tasting opportunities, visit www.washingtonwine.org or e-mail info@washingtonwine.org. |
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