Guest Chef Franck Mathevet at Still River Café Aug 25th

A NIGHT TO REMEMBER – Our inspiration to open the Still River Café, in no small part, came from the experience of writing Paradise Found and getting to know the chefs and restaurant owners that make the St. Barths dining experience so exquisite.

It was a particular joy for us to befriend Franck Mathevet and Denis Chevalier from the Wall House, and it is with great delight that we announce that Franck Mathevet, chef extraordinaire and owner of the Wall House Restaurant, will be visiting us on August 25, 2007 to help us create an unforgettable “Festival of St. Barthélemy” gala dinner—a holiday in France marked by fireworks, the ringing of bells and, of course, wonderful food.

Proposed Menu: (updated 8/22/07)

Chilled Vichyssoise Soup with Chopped raw North Ashford Farm vegetable and delicate wasabi foam

Seared Georges Bank Sea Scallop with Vodka Infused Creme Fraiche and Caviar on a shaved fennel salad

Stuffed Georges Bank Cod with Roasted North Ashford Farm Heirloom Tomatoes, Mild Chorizo Sauce

Wall House famous Gnocchi al Pesto prepared with North Ashford Farm garden basil

Passion Fruit and Guava Granité

Roasted Saddle of Rabbit and North Ashford Farm onion jam, crispy polenta and herbs and Colombo Gravy

Selection of Local Artisan Cheese with North Ashford Farm baby greens

Wall House "Trolley on a Plate"
Almond Conversation, Oeuf à la neige and coconut congolais

We are very excited about this collaboration and hope that a lot of you will have the opportunity to join us.

The cost for dinner is $95 per person. The wine pairing of French wines is $55 per person. Space is extremely limited as our restaurant is small so we ask that you reserve well in advance. Reservations can be made by calling 860-974-9988.

Logistics --

Getting to the Still River Café: We are located just 6 miles off I-84 (exits 73 or 74) and 35 minutes from Hartford, 50 minutes from Providence, an hour from downtown Boston and 2-1/2 hours from New York City. If you are flying, you should be able to find flights into Bradley Airport in Hartford, T.F. Greene Airport in Providence or Logan Airport in Boston.

Lodging: There are several options for lodging depending on what you are looking for by way of accommodations.

The “Cultural Visitor” -- Those looking for a cultural experience could stay in one of the many excellent hotels in Boston and enjoy that city’s numerous museums and historical sites.

The “High-Roller / Let the Good Times Roll Visitor” – What happens in Connecticut stays in Connecticut. Okay. . . Connecticut is not Vegas, but the two largest casinos in the Northeast-- Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun -- are located 45 minutes away and are a lot of fun. Great spas, nice hotels, etc.

The “Quiet Weekend in the Country Visitor” – Eastford is located in what is known as The Quiet Corner of Connecticut. As such, those looking for the quintessential New England experience will find it in one of our local inns and B&Bs. We recommend the Tolland Inn and the Elias Child House. In Sturbridge Village (just 15 minutes away) you will find a number of hotels and inns including the historic Publick House and several chain hotels as well. The area boasts many antique shops, orchards, vineyards and lots of lakes, rivers and hiking trails.

For more information about our restaurant, please visit http://www.stillrivercafe.com. Don’t hesitate to email us at info@stillrivercafe.com with any questions. Once again, to reserve a spot, please contact us at 860-974-9988.