Tempe’s Sister City in China is Zhenjiang. Come and celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year at the Hackett House with authentic Asian food and Lion Dancers. You will be benefiting our non-profit at the same time!
It’s the Year of the Dragon!
*Please note that due to limited facilities, we cannot accommodate special requests. The food served may contain gluten and animal products.
Farm to Table Modern Bavarian Dinner
*Food Network Star Jeff Kraus and Chopped Champion Chef Adam Allison will bring a whimsical and playfully refined approach to this dining experience.
*Chef Jeff Kraus, owner of Crepe Bar is one of the city’s most influential chefs, which has received many ‘best of’ lists since opening in 2010.
*Chef Adam Allison, owner of Handlebar Diner and Brightside Burgers, has a passion for all things culinary and is rivaled only by his focus on enriching his community through his various charity works.
The following menu has been created for the night and there are two options for the main course:
GENUSSBRETT (ENJOYMENT BOARD)
– Crispy Deviled Eggs
– Pretzel Cracker, hot paprika cheese dip
– Pickled Onions
FIRST COURSE
Salad of seasonal greens & local vegetables with a creamy Hausmachersenf Viniagrette
MIDDLE COURSE
Duck Confit, Root Vegetable Gratin, Sweet & Sour Cabbage
OR
White Fish Poached in Arizona Citrus, Fish Cracker, Pickled Mustard Seeds, Potato Foam
END COURSE
Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse, Asbach Uralt 3 Year Marinated Morellos, Caramelized Sponge
A German wine tasting experience will enhance the flavors of the meal.
German Beer and other drinks will also be available.
ALL THIS FOR JUST $95.00 (PLEASE CHOOSE BETWEEN MAIN COURSE OPTIONS)
*Please note that due to limited facilities, we cannot accommodate special requests. The food served may contain gluten and animal products.
Tempe Sister Cities Celebrates – TEMPE!
A picnic with all the fun of a picnic plus knowing you are supporting an award winning organization.
MENU – From around the world catered by the renowned 2 JERKS FINGER FOOD
Select a main and 2 sides from choices such as Goulash with Saptzél, Citrus Chicken & Coconut Rice, Suya Chicken Kabobs, Classic Cubano Sandwich. Sides: Hummus with Naan, Ratatouille, Mãori Fry Bread, LLapingachos
ENJOY: Tempe Trivia game; win a prize for the loudest picnic outfit; get a raffle ticket for an amazing TSC quilt.
An evening to celebrate Ireland and an early St. Patrick’s Day.
An Irish meal prepared by Chef Steve Goumas (former owner of Rula Bula)
Menu: Charcuterie Board, traditional brown bread with smoked salmon; Irish holiday salad with Irish inspired dressing, Gaelic chicken sautéed with mushrooms and Irish creme sauce, sautéed broccoli and garlic, Dublin’s glazed carrots, bread pudding with Irish whiskey sauce
There will be traditional Irish dancing by the Celtic Steps.
Music provided by Brid Dower and Big Fellahs.
Guinness and Jameson Irish Whiskey tastings will be available.
*Please note that due to limited facilities, we cannot accommodate special requests. The food served may contain gluten and animal products.
Celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year at the Hackett House.
A family style cultural dinner and celebration. It’s the Year of the Rabbit!
*Please note that due to limited facilities, we cannot accommodate special requests. The food served may contain gluten and animal products.
Experience traditions and cuisine from one of Tempe’s Sister Cities – Trollhättan, Sweden.
Lianne Falk, Chef and a resident of Sweden returns to the Hackett House patio. Lianne has lived and worked in 9 countries and 4 continents.
Chef Falk has worked with many discerning clients including international airlines delivering her culinary skills.
Menu:
A traditional salad; a Swedish Smörgåsbord (did you know the Smorgasbord originated in Sweden?); a main of roasted salmon and traditional köttbullar (meatballs) – both in a delectable sauce; and a traditional dessert of Äppelkaka – a rich glazed cake with apples, almonds.
Included are a signature cocktail – a Swedish Holiday – made with Roxx Vodka – a sponsor – and an additional beverage of choice (beer, wine, soft drinks). There will be the option of purchasing additional beverages.
Enjoy the meal and experience the traditions, language, and culture of Sweden.
Note: The proceeds of the dinner go to benefit Tempe Sister Cities in their 50 year legacy of educating students and adults about the world around us. A sampling of the programs include student, educator, and professional exchanges with our Sister Cities around the world.
ALSO NOTE: We are watching the new variant of Covid-19, Omicron, closely. Be assured that if it appears that we will not be able to host a large event on our patio, we will happily refund all monies.
