BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:America/Detroit X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Detroit BEGIN:VEVENT UID:34721@arabamerica.com DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251004T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251004T203000 DTSTAMP:20250707T155031Z URL:https://www.arabamerica.com/events/moroccan-wine-pairing-dinner-at-ver as-kitchen-2/ SUMMARY:Moroccan Wine Pairing Dinner at Vera's Kitchen DESCRIPTION:Five Course Gourmet Moroccan Wine Pairing Dinner\n \;\n\nJo in Us for an Unforgettable Evening of Moroccan Flavors and Fine Wine Savor the magic of Moroccan cuisine at Vera’s Restaurant\, paired perfectly w ith award-winning wines and guided by one of Virginia’s top internationa l wine experts. This deliciously fun and educational evening features a cu rated menu where each dish is thoughtfully matched with a 2–3 oz tasting pour of hand-selected wine.\n\nOur WSET-certified wine expert will take y ou on a journey through the vineyards—sharing the stories behind each bo ttle and revealing why every pairing enhances the flavors on your plate. W hether you're a wine enthusiast or just love a great meal\, this is a nigh t you won’t want to miss.\n\n \;\n🍽\;️\; A Moroccan Win e &\; Culinary Journey at Vera’s Restaurant\nWelcome to the Table Sha red Mezze Starter\n\nKhobz with Moroccan Hummus: Traditional Moroccan flat bread served with creamy hummus infused with cumin\, garlic\, and lemon.\n \n🍷\; Welcome Glass: Pinot Grigio (Italy) Crisp\, light-bodied whit e wine with citrus\, pear\, and mineral notes\; refreshing and easy-drinki ng.\n\n \;\n🥣\; First Course\nHarira Soup\n\n A beloved Morocc an staple\, this hearty tomato-based soup is brimming with chickpeas\, len tils\, celery\, and warming spices like cinnamon\, turmeric\, and ginger.\ n\n🍷\; Wine Pairing: Pinot Nero (Italy) – Elegant\, fruity\, and smooth\; Sicilian Pinot Nero blends ripe red berries with Mediterranean wa rmth.\n\n \;\n🍗\; Second Course\nOption 1: Chicken with Apricot s\n\n Tender chicken braised with sweet dried apricots\, onions\, and Mor occan spices like saffron and cinnamon..\n\nOption 2: Tofu with Apricots ( Vegetarian)\n\n Pan-seared tofu simmered in a fragrant apricot glaze with ginger\, cumin\, and coriander.\n\n🍷\; Wine Pairing: Sauvignon Bla nc (New Zealand) – Zesty\, aromatic white wine bursting with lime\, pass ionfruit\, gooseberry\, and fresh-cut grass\; intensely refreshing.\n\n&nb sp\;\n🍖\; Main Course\nOption 1: Spiced Beef with Mixed Vegetables\ n\n Slow-cooked beef seasoned with ras el hanout\, served alongside roast ed zucchini\, carrots\, and bell peppers.\n\nOption 2: Vegetable Tagine (V egan)\n\n A colorful medley of zucchini\, carrots\, potatoes\, and sweet potatoes simmered in a saffron and cinnamon-spiced broth.\n\n🍷\; Wi ne Pairing: Gnarley Head Cabernet Sauvignon (California) – Bold\, jammy red with black cherry\, blackberry\, pepper\, and oak\; rich tannins and a robust finishesty.\n\n \;\n\nSide for the Table\n\n Couscous: Fluffy semolina grains steamed to perfection\, served as a base for both main di shes. Wine Note: The couscous acts as a neutral canvas\, allowing the wine pairings to shine.\n\n\nDessert\n🍋\; Lemon Cake with Citrus Glaze\ n\nMoist lemon sponge with zesty glaze—bright\, buttery\, and delicately sweet with a hint of vanilla.\n\n🍷\; Wine Pairing: Moscato d’Ast iLightly sparkling and semi-sweet\, with floral\, peach\, and citrus notes that lift the cake’s tang.\n\n \;\n\nQuestions? Please call Vera's Kitchen at +1 (703) 479-7655 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.arabamerica.com/wp-content/uploads/2 025/07/Screenshot-2025-07-07-at-11.47.05 AM.png LOCATION:Vera's Kitchen\, 9255 Center Street\, Manassas\, Virginia\, 20110\ , United States GEO:38.750451;-77.475799 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=9255 Center Street\, Manass as\, Virginia\, 20110\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Vera's Ki tchen:geo:38.750451,-77.475799 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20250309T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR