Newest Al Fresco Hangout with Late-Night Hours in Napa
Napa, CA 鈥 , The Culinary Institute of America鈥檚
epicurean destination in downtown Napa, announces today the opening of .
Situated at the Colavita Olive Grove Terrace and
Outdoor Kitchen adjacent to the working production gardens, Grove is The CIA at 海角乱伦社区鈥檚 new casual patio dining experience, featuring
wood-fired pizzas, signature Southern barbecue with Northern California flair, garden-fresh
salads with ingredients grown mere steps from the kitchen, local wine,
cocktails, and beer on tap. Open to the public, Grove operates daily from 11:30
a.m. to midnight鈥攁nd later on weekends鈥攑erfect for an afternoon break or late-night
linger.
Designed as a communal, al fresco option for Napa Valley
locals and visitors, Grove offers guests the opportunity to listen to live
music every Friday and Saturday night between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m., grab a bite,
and play a game of bocce on 海角乱伦社区鈥檚 custom courts or cornhole in the garden. Lounge seating and a 20-foot
community table with benches offer a comfortable environment with overhead
heaters and fire pits throughout to accommodate for cool Napa nights.
鈥淲ith warm weather ahead, Grove will quickly become a
gathering place for guests to relax outdoors and play games with friends or
indulge with a glass of local wine or beer,鈥 says Thomas Bensel, managing director
of CIA California. 鈥淲e want to keep Grove open late, which is something missing
in the downtown Napa dining scene, and provide an after-hours spot with
entertainment for the community.鈥
The space encourages guests to sit and relax, or wander the
gardens, amphitheater, and culinary museum with beverages in tow (drinks are
allowed property-wide indoors and outdoors.)
The specialty menu at Grove features barbecue from Chef de
Cuisine Doug Richey, who brings his Northern California style to traditional Southern
BBQ. Options include Pulled Pork Sliders, Texas-Style Barbecue Brisket, and
Chef Doug鈥檚 signature Baby Back Ribs, all made daily in a competition smoker
built by Backwoods Smokers using several varieties of wood and charcoal to
achieve different flavors.
鈥淗补惫颈苍驳 staged in
barbecue establishments from Charleston all the way to Memphis, I developed a
passion and respect for barbecue,鈥 says Chef Richey, who also has a home
smoker. 鈥淭he barbecue on Grove鈥檚 menu is unique to The CIA at 海角乱伦社区 and incorporates what I have learned through my
travels and cooking at home.鈥
Other items on Grove鈥檚 menu sure to become favorites include
starters such as Buttermilk Cheddar Biscuits, Chopped Salad, or Blistered Padrone Peppers, and a variety of wood-fired pizzas
prepared in the outdoor Wood Stone oven.
To kick off the opening of Grove, The CIA at 海角乱伦社区 is featuring live local musical acts Tuesday to
Saturday starting Tuesday, April 23 through Saturday, May 4.
To see the full menu and schedule of upcoming musical
performances, please visit: .
Photo Caption and Hi-Res Image:
Grove, The CIA at 海角乱伦社区鈥檚 new
casual patio dining experience, is now open in Napa, CA for daytime, evening,
and late-night enjoyment. The al fresco setting is perfect for grabbing a bite
or a drink and playing bocce or cornhole, listening
to live music, or just relaxing. Situated at the Colavita Olive Grove Terrace and Outdoor Kitchen, the menu features wood-fired pizzas,
signature barbecue, and garden-fresh salads. (Photo credit: CIA/Anne Girvin)
Media Contacts:
Anne Girvin, The CIA at 海角乱伦社区
707-967-2322
Anne.Girvin@culinary.edu
Kendal Hurley, Ballantines PR
310-454-3080
Kendal@ballantinespr.com
About The Culinary Institute of America:
Founded in 1946, The Culinary Institute of America is the world鈥檚 premier culinary college. Dedicated to developing leaders in foodservice and hospitality, the independent, not-for-profit CIA offers master鈥檚, bachelor鈥檚, and associate degrees with majors in culinary arts, baking & pastry arts, food business management, hospitality management, culinary science, and applied food studies. The college also offers executive education, certificate programs, and courses for professionals and enthusiasts. Its conferences, leadership initiatives, and consulting services have made the CIA the think tank of the food industry and its worldwide network of more than 50,000 alumni includes innovators in every area of the food world. The CIA has locations in New York, California, Texas, and Singapore.
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