Festival of Flavors
Night at the Derby
Hats Off to Scholarships!
Thursday, April 3, 2025
POST TIME: 6PM
Join us for an evening inspired by the tradition and taste of the longest continuously held sporting event in the US. FVCC's Culinary Institute of Montana will feature an elegant array of courses, each paired with exceptional wines presented by Mark Gronenthal of Browne Family Vineyards.
$150 | All Proceeds Support Student Scholarships
Dress Code
Race day attire is suggested and fabulous hats are encouraged.
Menu
Dinner is prepared by the Culinary Institute of Montana at FVCC with paired wines by Browne Family Vineyards provided by Summit Beverage.
WELCOME COCKTAILS
Champagne Mint Spritzers
Created with: Browne Brut Bubbles
Aromatics of bright citrus on the nose lead into flavors of green apple and soft minerality on the palate.
Non-Alcoholic Option
Ginger beer served with fresh lime
HORS D'OEUVRES
Savory Tomato Tart
Cucumber Salmon Canapé
Fried Green Tomato
APPETIZER - SOUTHERN TASTES
Oyster Rockefeller, Southern Style
Hot Brown
Country Biscuits
Paired with: Browne Bitner Estate Sauvignon Blanc
Citrus-driven aromas of lime and lemon blossom with flavors of wet stone, key lime pie and gooseberry.
SALAD SAMPLER
Deviled Eggs Two Ways
Traditional yolk filling and ham mousse variation
Shrimp Salad with Spring Peas
Paired with: Browne Bitner Estate Chardonnay
Aromas of butter and toaster oak lead to flavors of winter pear, opal, apple and lemon zest.
ENTRÉE
Smoked Pork Loin
Seasonal Vegetables, Sweet Potato
Paired with: Browne Family Forest Project Conservation Collection Malbec
Dark and concentrated hues give way to aromas of blueberry and wild berry blossom. This is a full-bodied wine with soft tannins that add weight and texture.
DESSERT
Berry Surprise
Served with gourmet coffee and select teas
Directions and Parking
Arts & Technology Building,Room 139
745 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT
