A Politically Incorrect Blog About Living in Woodland Hills, California

Fleming’s Offers Free Corkage This Summer

In an e-mail blast sent out yesterday, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse (6373 Topanga Canyon Blvd in Woodland Hills) let us know that you’ll be able to get free corkage on up to two bottles of your own wine this summer.

They write:

Celebrate Your Favorite Summer Wines With Complimentary Corkage Bring your own bottle to Fleming’s this summer and we’ll open it for you at no extra charge.

THURSDAY, JUNE 24th – TUESDAY, AUGUST 31st LIMIT TWO BOTTLES PER VISIT

Whether it’s a spicy Zinfandel to pair with our new Peppercorn Steak, or a silky Chardonnay that yearns for our Salmon Nicoise Salad, your favorite bottle is welcome at Fleming’s.

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Bell Wine Cellars Dinner at Morton’s Woodland Hills Friday Night (June 25)

I must admit I have been indulging in the Happy Hours at Morton’s quite a bit recently, and it has come to my attention that tomorrow night the restaurant is holding a special Bell Wine Cellars Dinner where patrons can “Enjoy 5 courses of Morton’s signature cuisine paired with artisinal wine from Bell Wine Cellars.”  The dinner will be held at 7pm on Friday June 25th, and is $125 inclusive of  tax and gratuity.  The event is actually being hosted by the co-founder of the winery, Anthony Bell.  Give Morton’s a call at 818-703-7272 to reserve your spot.

Bell Wine Cellars Dinner
Happening on June 25 (Friday)

Join Morton’s for an evening of fine wine, great food and excellent company!

Enjoy five courses of Morton’s signature cuisine paired with artisinal wine from Bell Wine Cellars.

Friday, June 25
6:30pm Reception
7pm Dinner

$125 per guest
Inclusive of tax and gratuity

For further information, please contact Matthew Prince at 818.703.7272 or matthew_prince@mortons.com

Menu for the Evening

First Course
Broiled Sea Scallops, Wrapped in Bacon, Apricot Chutney
Miniature Crab Cakes, Mustard Mayonaise
2007 Chardonnay, Napa Valley

Second Course
Roma Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella and Basil Salad
2009 Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley

Third Course
Grilled Lamb Chops with Caramelized Red Onion
2006 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

Fourth Course
New York Strip
Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Grilled Asparagus
2006 “Clone 6″ Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford

Fifth Course
Morton’s Legendary Hot Chocolate Cake
2007 Vintage Port, Lodi

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Morton’s Woodland Hills Puff On The Patio Event This Thursday

As you may have realized, I’ve been a Morton’s loving fiend for the past week or so.  I’m sad that I only recently discovered how relaxing and fun the bar there is.  I almost went again last night, but I had some work that I really needed to attend to.  Last Friday I had the pleasure of meeting their Sales & Marketing Manager Matthew Prince, who was a really friendly and down to Earth guy who is also a Woodland Hills resident.

Matthew gave met the heads up about an event being held at Morton’s this Thursday, March 18th.  Morton’s The Steakhouse has been holding these Puff On The Patio events across the country and it is becoming something of a trend.  They feature pairings of hand-rolled cigars, cocktails, wines, scotch, and excellent food for an all inclusive price of $115.  Yep, this includes also tax and gratuity.  Not a  bad deal at all for the cigar, food, and wine aficionado.

Smoking on food establishment patios will be banned in Los Angeles next year, so eat a fine steak and smoke a fine cigar at a great restaurant while you still can!

Morton’s website:

Join us as we step out on the patio for great food, chilled cocktails and exquisite cigars.

Thursday, March 18
6:30pm

$115 per guest
Inclusive of tax and gratuity

Morton’s The Steakhouse
6250 Canoga Ave.
Woodland Hills

Menu for the Evening

First Course
Broiled Sea Scallops, Apricot Chutney
Colossal Shrimp Alexander
Ultimat Vodka Martinis

Second Course
Sliced Beefsteak Tomato, Blue Cheese Dressing
Bernardus Chardonnay 2007

Third Course
Petite Lamb Chops with Caramelized Red Onion
Bernardus Pinot Noir 2007

Fourth Course
New York Strip Steak, Au Poivre Sauce
Served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Balsamic Glazed Asparagus
Bernaruds Marinus 2004

Fifth Course
Assorted Cheese Plate
Glenlivet 18 year

Hand rolled cigars on site.

1st cigar: Dominican/ Nicaraguan Blend
2nd cigar: Connecticut Wrapper, Dominican, Mexican and Nicaraguan Binder Blend
3rd cigar: Dominican/Nicaraguan/Peruvian Blend

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Woodland Hills Wine Company Gets Mention in LA Times Food Section

The LA Times Food section did a quick write up today on where to find some great “harvest whites” and Woodland Hills Wine Company (22622 Ventura Blvd.) one of the places they pointed folks to. I’m not much of a wine drinker myself, but I’ve been inside the Woodland Hills Wine Company a couple of times, and the selection is amazing.  Check out the article below.  Woodland Hills Wine company is also a great place to pick up a holiday or party gift for the discerning wine aficionado in your life.  I should write their ad copy.

Whenever I mention a local business I’m going to attach a little map to where they are.  Hopefully it won’t get too annoying.

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