[CLOSED] A Special Tequila Evening Potato Head Garage SCBD Jakarta

September 5th, 2013. I attended an event, Tequila Connoisseur Club. They called it A Special Tequila Evening, courtesy of Don Julio Premum Tequila. The event was hosted by Potato Head's very own mixologist Dre Masso, with special guests as follows:

- The Mexican Ambassador Ms Melba Pria
- Tomas Estes, world famous Tequila expert and restaurateur.

On 5-12 Sept, a portion from each of the Tequile Cocktails purchased will be donated to Omar Niode Foundation.

Actually I was a little bit not sure for coming to the event because I am allergic to some alcohol. I cannot drink martini or chivas regal, but wine is ok. Beer is ok. But, I think I wouldn't know whether I have allergic to Tequila or not, if I don't try it. So, I encouraged myself to go. :)

Potato Head Garage has created a unique course-pairing menu to compliment Don Julio Tequila, influenced by some of Garage's menu favorites. I couldn't wait to taste all of the food and especially the tequila :)

When I came to the place, I was stunned. The place was huge and classy. You could see the people felt so cozy, sitting in such a nice place like that.

Chandelier everywhere. The sofa covered by white linen. How could you resist to stay longer at a place like that? Beautiful chandelier. Cozy sofa. A perfect combination? Definitely! You won't feel like in a restaurant. You will feel like you are in some kind of palace. You are the prince or princess. And they adore you. Yup, the service was so amazing! Lovely.

We were placed on a long table. I didn't really know much people were there, but I met some people I know and some people I knew from TV only, such as Wulan Guritno and Dian Sastro. And an honor for me to shake the hand of the Mexican Ambassador, Ms Melba Pria.

After this, I will tell all of you about the food and beverages. Let me deliver to you my exquisite culinary journey.

Welcome Drink: Mojito with Lime

When you heard Mojito, do I need to explain more? Hahaha.. Best Mojito ever!!

Amuse Bouche

Amuse Bouche is a single, bite-sized hors d’œuvre. It's different from appetizers. They served in a small portion.

Now we begin the main-course paired with the Tequila.

Fish Crudo

Kampachi, vegetables salsa, ginger, kaffir lime, yuzu. Kampachi, also known as almaco jack, is a species of fish found in deeper Hawaii waters off the Kona coast. The fish was so tender and taste a little bit like salmon.

paired with Marmalade Margarita

Don Julio reposado tequila, triple sec, orange marmalade and citrus juices. Well, this was the best tequila. With a mellow, elegant flavor and inviting aroma, Tequila Don Julio Reposado is best savored as part of a refreshing drink or chilled on the rocks. Triple sec, originally Curaçao triple sec, is a variety of Curaçao liqueur, an orange-flavoured liqueur made from the dried peels of bitter and sweet orange. Love this so very much!!

Pumpkin Soup

Butternuts squash, micro greens, sunflower seeds, crouton. Butternuts squash also known as butternuts pumpkin. It has a sweet, nutty taste. It has yellow skin and orange fleshy pulp. For me, it's a little bit too sweet. But the sauce was nice, not too creamy. Delicious for some people, I believe.

paired with The Ambassador

Don Julio reposado tequila, apricot brandy, lemon, almond syrup and hot sauce. Yes hot sauce. When I tried this, I could feel the spicy flavor that tickles in my mouth. Cute feeling hahaha..

Blue Swimmer Crab Cake

Green curry sauce, chili oil, avocado, salad bouquet, crouton. This is the best crab cake I've ever tried. Seriously. It's like the crab was swimming in my mouth.

paired with Watermelon Margarita

Don Julio Blanco tequila, watermelon, lime and orgeat. Tequila Don Julio Blanco is the base from which all of our other variants are derived. Commonly referred to as "silver" tequila, its crisp agave flavor and hints of citrus make it an essential component to a variety of innovative drinks including margaritas. It can also be enjoyed neat or on the rocks. Orgeat syrup is a sweet syrup made from almonds, sugar and rose water or orange flower water. You could taste the watermelon mix with the tequila beautifully. The watermelon aroma was so strong. Very cool cocktail. You should try this!

Wood Fire Grilled Beef

Wagyu strip loin, oven roasted seasonal vegetables, yuzu, chili sauce. FYI, this was the best for me. I really liked this. The funny thing is when I cut the meat, it's kinda hard. But, when I ate the meat, it's so tender. Quite amusing hahaha.. And I'm falling in love with this menu. Very delicious. The tender texture. The savory taste. Perfect for me!

paired with Tommy's Margarita

Don Julio reposado tequila, lime and agave syrup. It's quite strong. I had to sip it slowly, but sure hehehe..

Now DESSERTS time!!

Tres leches

Tres leches is a sponge cake soaked in three kinds of milk: evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream. Then soaked in orange juice. The taste was heaven! I didn't want to let my spoon go. Keep digging!!! You will be amazed. Trust me! The orange ice cream was also delicious. No matter what, you should try this. OMG!

paired with Café Pacifico

Don Julio blanco tequila, coffee, espresso, cinnamon sugar, cream. For those who are azy about coffee and tequila, you definitely must try this. You won't be sorry. The tequila and the coffee and the espresso. Perfect combination.

Mignardises

In a French patisserie, assorted small desserts are usually called mignardises. So, here you can find 3 kinds of small desserts. But, I didn't find it special. The taste was so so..

paired with Don Julio añejo tequila

Rich, distinctive and wonderfully complex, its flavor strikes the perfect balance between agave, wood and hints of vanilla. Best experienced neat in a snifter or simply on the rocks.

So, after filling my tummy, time for me to take picture with the guests of honor hehehe pardon my quality of pictures, because I used my blackberry camera hehehe

with Dre Masso, Ms Melba Pria and Mr Matheus Ostafiuc

with Mr Tomas Estes

So, never think twice if you wanna try delicious food with best tequila, just come to Potato Head Garage and prepare your happy tummy hahaha..

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