The culinary team of Galena's finest family of restaurants knows that the right pairing of food and beverage can elevate a dining experience from ordinary to extraordinary. Preview some of our favorite pairings and be sure to inquire when dining at any of our restaurants about additional recommendations.
Waterford Salmon & Chateau St. Jean Sonoma County Chardonnay
The 8-ounce fillet of salmon charbroiled and finished in a creamy lemon beurre blanc sauce with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables pairs perfectly with Chateau St. Jean Sonoma County Chardonnay. The Sonoma County Chardonnay is refreshing and balanced with vibrant acidity. It’s pleasing flavors of pear, pineapple and roasted almonds lead to a clean finish.
Irish Seafood Bake & 14 Hands Chardonnay
The subtle flavors found in the Irish Seafood Bake come to life with a glass of 14 Hands Chardonnay. The Irish Seafood Bake is a combination of shrimp, scallops and surimi crabmeat cooked in a white wine cream sauce. The 14 Hands Chardonnay has elegant fruit flavors that give way to hints of butter and coconut ending with a juicy finish.
Fish N' Chips & Smithwick's
For the perfect combination try Fish N’ Chips, beer-battered cod served with homemade French fries, tartar and malt vinegar, and a glass of Smithwick’s, an Irish red ale style beer from Kilkenny in Ireland.
One Eleven Main Sausage Goulash & Red Belly Shiraz
A blend of Arnold’s Farm pork sausage, caramelized onions, roasted peppers and basil tomato sauce with fusilli pasta pairs wonderfully with Red Belly Shiraz. This deep purple wine with brooding red hues, is rich and full-bodied showing ripe plum, cherry and licorice fruit on the nose.
Nana Lu's Meat Lasagna & Ruffino Aziano Chianti Classico
Layers of pasta and cheeses with Italian sausage, slowly baked and topped with mozzarella cheese lusciously pair with the Ruffino Aziano Chianti Classico, a ruby red Tuscan wine with a vibrant and inviting aroma. The Sangiovese grapes in this Chianti Classico are characterized by notes of sweet violet, red berries and Morello cherries with slightly spicy undertones.
Chicken Marsala & Simi Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
A lightly floured chicken breast sautéed in Marsala wine with fresh mushrooms and capers is accented by the bright character of Simi Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Wild berries, ripe plums and sweet oak mingle with approachable, forward tannins in this richly styled wine.
Seafood Millennium & Newton Vineyard Unfiltered Chardonnay
A combination of shrimp, surimi crab, scallops, mussels and littleneck clams in a rich white clam sauce over linguini pasta is a perfect match for the this rich and powerful unfiltered Chardonnay. The opening aromas of citrus flowers, coconut, butterscotch and roasted almonds, combine with butter and oak on the palate followed with layers of peach, mango and honey and a touch of mineral on the finish.
Don't miss these high energy concerts at Frank O'Dowd's, one of the Midwest's most intimate venues to experience a live performance. Nationally touring acts including The Sandcarvers and The Elders!
A nationally-acclaimed, one-man show in which the wit & wisdom of Mark Twain comes alive through the storytelling & song of singer-songwriter-performing artist, Jim Post.
The third of a series of Chef's Menus at One Eleven Main. Chef Boughton's culinary team takes you on a barbecue road trip. Discover what differentiates the barbecue of each American region.
The second of a series of Seasonal Menus at Vinny Vanucchi's. This multi-course meal showcases fruits and vegetables harvested throughout Italy in late spring and summer.
In this hilarious show at Frank O'Dowd's, Master Hypnotist Jim Wand puts volunteers from the audience in a hypnotic trance and takes them on an adventurous journey. No cover charge.
Gather your girlfriends for Ladies Getaway in Galena. The Irish Cottage and Galena’s finest family of restaurants will offer a special girls weekend package.
Celebrate the first wine of the season with The Irish Cottage and Galena’s finest family of restaurants. We've created special Nouveau-inspired meals and a Nouveau Getaway Package especially for the celebration.
