There are so many things I enjoy  about autumn. I am spending this month on an endless summer beach in California. Then we set sail for Catalina Island under the wine moon on the 22nd.
I will miss my annual treat at 32 East. However, I am including the invitation for anyone near the east coast
of Florida. It is the secret season soon, cooler weather and nearly empty white sand beaches.
I have been fine dining at 32 East for many years.The chef, staff, wines  and eclectic culinary creations are
consistently worth the trip.
Did you know that  the Harvest moon is also known as the wine moon? I didn’t, but will celebrate with a glass
of Pinot Noir.
Enjoy the fruits of fall wherever you are.
32 East Welcomes
The Autumnal Equinox
September 22, 2012
7PM
Brenda
What does fall mean to you?  It’s like a grade school writing project.  Easy.  Fall means falling tempuratures, changing colors, football, a giant corn maze, pumpkin patches, haunted houses, wild game, stews, cider, how the list goes on….. The autumnal equinox marks the end of summer and the beginning of autumn.  On this day, the sun rises  exactly in the east and sets exactly in the west.  It is also one of two days in the year when day and night are of equal duration. (each twelve hours long)  The harvest moon that falls around the autumnal equinox is also referred to as the Wine Moon!  Nothing says fall to me like Pinot Noir, it just seems to effortlessly carry us into the cooler days with it’s vast array of available styles.  I have chosen to pair Pinot Noir with every course, excluding dessert.  So, there it is, the perfect excuse to grab the falls’ bountiful harvest and the gathering of grapes and have a feast!Drink Well & Happy Autunm,John Bates

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Hors d’ Oeuvres
Wild Mushroom Toast with Vermont Creamery Crotin,
Pear Vincotto & Upland CressOyster Stuffing “Beignet” with Dried Cherry Mayo
& Local Micro GreensArgyle – Brut Rose – Willamette Valley – 2008

Housemade Breads
Chile-Cheese Cornbread,
Harvest Grain & Apple Spice Bread with Vanilla Maple Whipped Butter

First Course
Cream of “BBQ” Spiced Sweet Potato Soup with Brown Sugar Salted Chips & Pulled Pork-Cranberry Relish

Villa Wolf – Rose of Pinot Noir – Pfaltz, Germany 2010

Second Course
Caramelized Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash Risotto
with Crispy Sage & Oak Roasted Chipollini Onions

Archery Summit – Pinot Noir – Willamette Valley  2010

Third Course
Hot Smoked Beef Shortrib “Stew” with Root Vegetables & Truffled Pan Juices

Sequana Vineyards – Pinot Noir – Sundawg Ridge Vineyard – Green Valley of Russian River Valley  2009

Dessert
Warm Apple Raisin Strudel with Salted Caramel Sauce & Vanilla Bean Creme Fraiche

Warm Spiced Apple Cider and Tuaca Liqueur
Cost Per Per Person – $90.00  ++Please contact 32 East directly for your reservations.  Please make us aware of any food allergies or restrictions at the time of your booking.  We will try to accomadate all of your requests whenever possible.  Seating limited to 48 guests.BETTER MAKE YOUR RESERVATION SOON!
32 East
32 East
32 East Atlantic Avenue
Delray Beach, FL 33444
P: (561) 276-7868http://www.32east.com
Maralyn
Author: Maralyn

Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, is president emeritus of International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, member of Society of American Travel Writers, and Society of Professional Journalists. She is Executive Editor of Luxe Beat Magazine and contributes to other publications. She also speaks and is a guest on many shows. The majority of Maralyn’s articles are now geared to the luxury market, spas, corporate retreats, business events, and culinary tourism, from simple to gourmet. Maralyn’s description of herself: I was born to travel and tell the tale. I’m energized by different cultures in every aspect of their lives, from food, wine, and destination, to how they conduct business. Travel represents a continual geography lesson.