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Food Pairings by Menu Section

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• Popcorn Cauliflower

  • Description: Crispy and golden-brown cauliflower florets, elevated with Pecorino Romano, savory roasted garlic, and drizzled with truffle oil. Anchovy cream adds a luxurious finish.

  • Ingredient Insights: The crispy cauliflower provides a hearty base that contrasts with the creamy anchovy sauce, while the Pecorino Romano adds a sharp, salty note that enhances the earthiness of the vegetables. The roasted garlic introduces a rich, savory depth, and the truffle oil gives an aromatic, luxurious touch, beautifully tying the flavors together.

  • Wine Pairing: La Crema Chardonnay

  • Reasoning: Complements the umami from truffle oil and anchovy cream, balancing the flavors wonderfully.

• Shrimp & Gritcakes

  • Description: Juicy Coastal Carolina shrimp paired with Neese’s sausage and creamy grit cakes made from Guilford Mill’s stone-ground grits—a Southern classic executed with refinement.

  • Ingredient Insights: The sweetness of the shrimp pairs beautifully with the spiced, savory notes of the sausage, creating a delicious contrast. The creamy texture of the stone-ground grits serves as a comforting base, absorbing and enhancing the flavors around it, while the balance of textures (crispy outside and tender inside) elevates the entire dish.

  • Wine Pairing: Quara Malbec

  • Reasoning: Balances the sweetness of shrimp and richness of sausage, harmonizing the dish.

• Charcuterie Board

  • Description: An evolving selection of North Carolina’s finest cheeses and meats, complemented by spreads, fresh fruits, and artisan breads. A true showcase of local craftsmanship.

  • Ingredient Insights: The variety of cheeses (some sharp and creamy, others aged) works synergistically with the selection of cured meats, providing distinct flavor profiles. The fresh fruits add a natural sweetness, which enhances the savory notes from the meats and cheeses. The artisan bread offers a contrasting texture and serves as a vehicle for the spreads, creating a well-rounded tasting experience.

  • Wine Pairing: Bonanza Cabernet Sauvignon

  • Reasoning: Dark fruit flavors enhance the cheeses and meats, creating a balanced tasting experience.

• Charred Wings

  • Description: Smoky, tender chicken wings tossed in house-made ‘Cille sauce, served with a cooling dill ranch.

  • Ingredient Insights: The charred exterior adds a delightful crunch and depth of flavor, pairing perfectly with the spicy and tangy ‘Cille sauce. The coolness of the dill ranch provides a refreshing contrast, cutting through the richness of the wings and enhancing the overall experience by incorporating a herbaceous note that complements the seasonings of the sauce.

  • Wine Pairing: Pomelo Sauvignon Blanc

  • Reasoning: The wine's acidity cuts through the rich ‘Cille sauce, refreshing the palate.

• Southern Egg Rolls

  • Description: Crispy rolls filled with seasoned black-eyed peas, tender collards, and sweet onions, finished with sweet and spicy glaze.

  • Ingredient Insights: The crispy exterior provides an excellent textural contrast to the soft, flavorful filling, while the black-eyed peas offer a nutty earthiness that balances the sweetness of the onions. The collards add depth and a touch of bitterness, complemented by the sweet and spicy glaze that brings thlq dish together and enhances the flavors harmoniously.

  • Wine Pairing: Farmhouse Red Blend

  • Reasoning: Balances the sweet and spicy glaze with earthy collards, creating a comforting dish.

Light Harvest

• Winter Colors Salad

  • Description: A medley of roasted root vegetables paired with toasted walnuts and creamy fried goat cheese, all tied together with a tangy Dijon vinaigrette.

  • Ingredient Insights: The roasted root vegetables bring a natural sweetness and earthiness, which are beautifully complemented by the creamy, tangy goat cheese, providing a richness that contrasts with the crunchy texture of the toasted walnuts. The tangy Dijon vinaigrette binds the components together, adding brightness and ensuring that each bite is flavorful and well-balanced.

  • Wine Pairing: Vrac Beaujolais

  • Reasoning: The light fruitiness enhances both the root vegetables and fried goat cheese, making for a delightful salad experience.

• The Sprout Salad

  • Description: Shaved Brussels sprouts accented with craisins and toasted almonds, topped with creamy goat cheese and a bright lemon vinaigrette.

  • Ingredient Insights: The crunchiness of the shaved Brussels sprouts is paired with the tartness of the craisins, creating an intriguing balance of flavors. The toasted almonds provide nuttiness and further texture, while the creamy goat cheese adds depth and richness. The bright lemon vinaigrette ties everything together, cutting through the richness and enhancing the overall freshness of the dish.

  • Wine Pairing: The Crossings Sauvignon Blanc

  • Reasoning: Herbaceous notes align with Brussels sprouts and craisins, complimenting their natural flavors.

• Beth to Caesar

  • Description: A bold twist on the classic Caesar, featuring julienned romaine, red cabbage, and blackened chicken, topped with anchovy cream and crouton dust.

  • Ingredient Insights: The combination of romaine and red cabbage provides a satisfying crunch and vibrant color. The spiced blackened chicken adds depth and a smoky flavor profile. The anchovy cream lends a savory richness, offset by the crispness of the crouton dust, making for a hearty, yet fresh salad that revitalizes the traditional Caesar experience.

  • Wine Pairing: J Lohr Chardonnay

  • Reasoning: The buttery texture balances the boldness of the blackened chicken, enhancing the dish.

To Share or Not To Share

• Slow & Low

  • Description: Tender, slow-braised short ribs served over indulgent au gratin potatoes, drizzled with savory pan-dripping gravy and topped with crispy tobacco onions for a delightful crunch.

  • Ingredient Insights: The slow-braised short ribs meld seize in flavor from long cooking, rendering them decadently tender. The rich au gratin potatoes contribute a creamy, comforting base that soaks up the savory gravy and highlights the robustness of the meat. Crispy tobacco onions add a textural component and a sweet, caramelized depth that balances the dish beautifully.

  • Wine Pairing: Cakebread Cabernet Sauvignon

  • Reasoning: The full-bodied richness of the wine complements the hearty short ribs and flavorful gravy perfectly.

• First Date

  • Description: A luxurious sous-vide filet mignon paired with artisan mushrooms, crispy leeks, and garlic-infused broccolini, all tied together with decadent beef jus.

  • Ingredient Insights: The sous-vide preparation results in a perfectly tender filet mignon that maintains moisture and flavor; paired with artisan mushrooms, which bring an earthy depth. The crispy leeks add a textural contrast and light sweetness, while the garlic-infused broccolini offers a slightly bitter note that balances the richness of the beef and the intensity of the jus effectively.

  • Wine Pairing: Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon

  • Reasoning: The bold structure of the wine pairs exquisitely with the filet and earthy mushrooms, adding depth to the meal.

• Chicken in Dumplings

  • Description: Comforting shredded chicken and soft dumplings swimming in a creamy, house-made chicken gravy that evokes nostalgia.

  • Ingredient Insights: The shredded chicken adds a hearty protein component, while the dumplings absorb the flavorful gravy, creating a rich, indulgent experience. The homemade chicken gravy provides a comforting, savory base, enhancing the nostalgia factor of this classic dish.

  • Wine Pairing: La Crema Chardonnay

  • Reasoning: The creamy texture of the wine enhances the savory chicken gravy, creating a comforting experience.

• Tunami

  • Description: Perfectly seared ahi tuna on a bed of smoky bacon and white beans, accented with tomato thyme and chili oil, finished with a balsamic reduction and fresh arugula for balance.

  • Ingredient Insights: The seared ahi tuna offers a fresh, delicate flavor that pairs beautifully with the smoky richness of the bacon and the creamy texture of the white beans. The acidity from the tomato thyme and chili oil brightens the dish, while the balsamic reduction adds a touch of sweetness and complexity, perfectly balancing the fresh arugula's peppery notes.

  • Wine Pairing: Ruggeri Prosecco Rosé

  • Reasoning: The effervescence of the wine balances the richness of the bacon and beans, providing a refreshing contrast.

• The New Standard

  • Description: An 11-ounce grass-fed beef meatball served over rustic linguine with spinach and a flavorful mushroom demi, topped with parmesan for a nutty finish.

  • Ingredient Insights: The grass-fed beef meatball is rich in flavor and moisture, while the rustic linguine provides a hearty base that holds the sauce well. The addition of spinach introduces a slight bitterness that balances the richness of the meatball. The flavorful mushroom demi adds depth and enhances the umami profile, whereas the grated parmesan contributes saltiness and nuttiness, rounding out the dish beautifully.

  • Wine Pairing: Cella Lambrusco

  • Reasoning: The light sparkling properties of the Lambrusco complement the richness of the meatball and the earthiness of the mushroom demi, enhancing the dish.

• Ode to the Castle

  • Description: A gourmet take on the classic burger, crafted with hand-pattied chuck, aged white cheddar, and house brioche, topped with fresh lettuce, onion, and Boar & Castle sauce.

  • Ingredient Insights: The hand-pattied chuck beef is juicy and flavorful, enhanced by the creamy aged white cheddar that melts beautifully. The house brioche bun provides a soft, slightly sweet platform that complements the savory elements. Fresh lettuce and onion add a crisp, refreshing contrast, while the Boar & Castle sauce adds a unique flavor profile that ties all components together in a satisfying, gourmet experience.

  • Wine Pairing: One Hope Cabernet Sauvignon

  • Reasoning: The rich dark fruit flavors of the wine enhance the gourmet burger, creating a satisfying pairing.

The Creative at Dinner

• Flame-Grilled Oysters

  • Description: Oysters on the half shell grilled to perfection with a smoky bacon compound butter, creating an indulgent and savory treat.

  • Ingredient Insights: The grilled oysters maintain their briny freshness while the smoky bacon compound butter lends rich, savory notes. The combination elevates the natural sweetness of the oysters and adds complexity, perfectly marrying the maritime flavor with the earthiness of the bacon.

  • Wine Pairing: Montparnasse Brut Split

  • Reasoning: The crispness of the sparkling wine complements the briny oysters and rich bacon butter beautifully.

• Pot Likkor Bread

  • Description: Warm, house-made cornbread served with rich pot likkor and jalapeño pimento honey butter, offering a sweet, spicy, and savory delight.

  • Ingredient Insights: The cornbread’s moist texture and slightly sweet flavor provide a comforting base that pairs wonderfully with the savory pot likkor and the creamy, spicy correspondence of the jalapeño pimento honey butter. The contrast of sweet and spicy creates an exciting flavor combination that enhances the overall tasting experience.

  • Wine Pairing: Villa Riesling Spätlese

  • Reasoning: The sweetness of the wine balances the jalapeño heat and honey butter, offering a fantastic flavor profile.

• Elevated Fish Sticks

  • Description: Crispy flounder paired with a green pea purée and shallot jam, finished with tangy Texas Pete aioli for extra zest.

  • Ingredient Insights: The crispy-battered flounder provides a satisfying crunch, offset by the creamy, vibrant green pea purée, which adds freshness. The sweet shallot jam brings a layer of complexity, while the tangy Texas Pete aioli cuts through the richness, enhancing the dish with a bold kick.

  • Wine Pairing: Three Pears Pinot Grigio

  • Reasoning: The citrus notes in the wine enhance the crispy flounder and pea purée, creating harmony in the dish.

• The Relentless

  • Description: Succulent crispy pork belly served with julienned root vegetables, sweet apple chutney, and charred leeks to balance richness.

  • Ingredient Insights: The crispy pork belly offers a rich, unctuous experience that is balanced by the vibrant sweetness of the apple chutney and the natural earthiness of the root vegetables. The charred leeks provide a smoky nuance that rounds out the dish, enhancing the overall flavor profile with a delightful balance of richness and acidity.

  • Wine Pairing: Vrac Côtes du Rhône

  • Reasoning: The spice in the wine pairs excellently with the pork belly and apple chutney, amplifying the dish's flavors.

• Sweet Potato Gnocchi

  • Description: Pillowy gnocchi made from fresh sweet potatoes, coated in aromatic sage butter and topped with parmesan for a comforting finish.

  • Ingredient Insights: The sweetness of the gnocchi shines through, paired with the nutty, buttery flavors of the sage sauce that envelops each piece. The addition of parmesan adds a salty, savory component, creating a well-balanced comfort dish that is both simple and satisfying.

  • Wine Pairing: Parducci Pinot Noir

  • Reasoning: The wine’s earthy undertones complement the sweetness of the potatoes and sage butter, resulting in a delightful pairing.