In celebration of Bourbon Heritage Month Varanese Restaurant, 2106 Frankfort Avenue, will host a very special "Maker's Mark Bourbon Dinner" on Tuesday, September 23rd. The reception will begin at 6:30pm and the dinner at 7:00pm. The evening will feature special guest speaker and Global Ambassador for Maker's Mark Distillery Jane Conner,and a four-course dinner paired with flights and Maker's Mark Bourbon cocktails. Maker's Mark bourbon is distilled about an hour outside of Louisville in Loretto, Kentucky and is known for its flavor and iconic hand-dipped bottles. Although Bill Samuels, Sr. began production in 1954, it wasn't until four years later when they developed the unique red wax seal. The cost is $55 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (502) 899-9904 or emailing letsdine@varanese.com.

The menu will consist of:

Reception Cocktail - "So Long to Summer"

First Course
Flight: White Dog - Maker's Mark - Makers 46 - Barrel Proof Maker's
Lump Crab Cake Served over Bibb Lettuce
Topped with Marinated Tomato-Cucumber Salsa
Served with Grilled Lemon Aioli

Second Course
Watermelon, Feta Cheese and Heirloom Tomato Salad
With Micro Pea Tendrils and a Strawberry, Bourbon and Cracked Pepper Vinaigrette

Third Course
"Cherry-Vanilla Sassafras Old Fashion"
Crispy Quail Stuffed with Sausage and Egg
Served with a Butternut Squash, Maple Syrup and Vanilla Puree
Roasted Brussels Sprout with Smoked Bacon
Finished with a Dried Cherry Gastrique

Fourth Course
"Kentucky Saltwater Taffy"
Peach Cobbler with Sweet Corn Ice Cream
Served with Warm Bourbon Dulche de Leche