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Event Details

SEATTLE, March 14, 2023 —Rodney Hines of Métier Brewing Company, and resident brewer of Steelheads Alley, is thrilled to kick off a new quarterly Brewer’s Dinner Series on Thursday, March 23.

Chef Sabrina Tinsley of Osteria la Spiga will create a muti-course Italian inspired menu paired with beers by Métier. Chef Tinsley and Hines will be on hand to engage with guests throughout the evening.

The evening begins at 5:30pm with a welcome reception that features antipasti and a cocktail that showcases Métier’s sparkling hop water. Guests will sit down to dinner at 6:30pm.

The menu for the evening is as follows:

First Course
Beet Carpaccio with orange citronette, arugula emulsion, and formaggio di fossa crema
Métier Brewing Company Horizon IPA

Second Course
Shredded Pork Shank on tigelle smothered in beer gravy
Métier Brewing Company Belgian Dubbel

Third Course
Steak and Potatoes – shoestring potatoes, sunny side up egg, butter-basted filetto, and truffle vellutata
Métier Brewing Company Kolsch

Dessert Course
Formaggio Flan with porter beer gelatin
Métier Brewing Company Black Stripe Coconut Porter

Cost of the dinner is $90/person, plus tax and gratuity, and includes a gift bag with pralines and a bottle of Métier’s Manumission. Tickets are required and can be purchased here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brewers-dinner-series-tickets-568298123987

A portion of the proceeds from the evening will benefit la Spiga’s Future of Diversity program. The Future of Diversity program features guest chefs and artisans of color to showcase their culinary talents, delicious food and drink, and other interesting concepts at la Spiga.

“I’ve always had a passion for different cultures, and I love meeting new chefs—learning about what they are doing in the community,” said Sabrina Tinsley, executive chef of la Spiga. “This program is a culmination of my desire to inspire, mentor, and highlight people of diverse backgrounds, and is also one of the ways I enjoy connecting with our BIPOC community and bringing us closer together.”

About Osteria la Spiga
Known for its authentic, northern Italian cuisine, the food at la Spiga is a gastronomic tribute to Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region. Executive Chef Sabrina Tinsley pairs the finest Italian ingredients with what is freshest in local markets to create seasonal menus that include made-in-house pasta, signature sauces and decadent desserts. To learn more, visit https://www.laspiga.com.

Steelheads Alley is named after the 1946 Seattle Steelheads Negro League baseball team, honoring, and paying tribute to the rich and diverse sports history of baseball and softball the Pacific Northwest. Led by resident brewer, Rodney Hines of Seattle’s Métier Brewing Company, Steelheads Alley offers an exclusive list of specialty craft beers brewed onsite by Métier, local draft beer, and the full menu of classic bar fare from Hatback Bar & Grille. Steelheads Alley is open daily from 11am to 10pm. To learn more, visit https://www.hatback.com

Steelheads Alley is located inside of Hatback Bar & Grille at 12011st Ave South in Seattle, Washington.