Support Chilean earthquake victims with your fork
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Tuesday, April 6th, 2010, 3:12 PM
Freemans, Roberta’s, Lovely Day, La Esquina, The Smile and Vinegar Hill House – six of New York’s most popular restaurants – have come together to support Habitat for Humanity’s rebuilding efforts for the victims of the recent earthquake and aftershocks in Chile.
The organizers hope this unique charity effort not only assists in the rebuilding of Chile’s infrastructure, but will also highlight the country’s food and culture.
From April 5 – 19, 2010 each restaurant will be running an appetizer or drink special highlighting Chilean dishes or ingredients:
- Freemans will be offering a traditional Chilean empanada, which has a savory beef filling with olives and raisins.
- Roberta’s will offer a 2007 Carmenere/Syrah blend from Chono Reserva (in Chile’s Elqui Valley) and a 2008 Cartegna Riesling (from Lo Abarca, Chile) with generous support from Peter Jamros of Regal wines.
- Lovely Day will be offering a classic Pisco Sour cocktail using the Chilean “Sour de Campo” recipe, which includes ginger and honey.
- La Esquina will be offering their unique take on an empanada, substituting chorizo for beef.
- The Smile will be offering Alfonso olives, cured in red wine.
- Vinegar Hill House will offer a 2008 Tres Palacios Carmenère (from Chile’s Maipo Valley).
Proceeds from the sale of any of these drinks or appetizers will be donated to Habitat for Humanity’s rebuilding efforts for Chilean earthquake and aftershock victims.
If you’re interested in making a direct contribution to Habitat for Humanity’s rebuilding efforts, click here.
