The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center invites the public to taste gourmet tapas-sized dishes and perfectly paired wines from around the world at its most popular event of the year, Tapas on the Trails on Feb. 13. This special evening features a romantic walk on softly lit trails, through the forest and under the moonlight. Each party will be safely distanced from other guests, and masks will be required inside all buildings. Funds raised from this event directly support the Arboretum’s mission of nature conservation and education.
Participants are invited to upgrade to a VIP Commemorative Glass for an additional $20 donation to the Arboretum. Each glass comes with a raffle ticket for a 1.5-liter magnum bottle of wine valued at more than $150.
The special international menu has been crafted by Chef Kevin Bryant of Cotton Culinary, Kelly Prohl of Double Decanted and Lennie Ambrose of Saint Arnold Brewery.
Vegetarian options are available at sign up; gluten-free dishes are available upon request at the event.
Menu:
- First Course – Spain
H-Town Pils | NV Torre Oria Brut Cava
Charcuterie cone with toasted breadsticks, cured meats, and imported cheese, accented with pickled peppers, vegetables, olives, and quail egg - Second Course – Greece
Comeback Wit | Alexakis Assyrtiko
Arugula salad topped with freshly chilled, marinated calamari in a light vinaigrette - Palate Cleanser
Original Dry Cider
Mojito-inspired Gelatin Bites - Third Course – Australia
Art Car IPA | Alpha Box & Dice Kit & Kaboodle Red
Traditional curry meat pie filled with savory grilled beef and accompanied by roasted, petite vegetables and a rosemary and garlic infused demi-glace - Fourth Course – South Africa
Santo | Storm Point Red Blend
Decadent Malva pudding finished with an apricot glaze and served with vanilla ice cream
Please check back at https://houstonarboretum.org/event/tapas-on-the-trails/ for parking information and additional details as the event gets closer.
WHERE: Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
4501 Woodway Dr.
Houston, TX 77024
WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 13
5 p.m. – 7 p.m. (last trail admittance 7:15 p.m.)
Registration available in 15-minute intervals
WHO: The Houston Arboretum’s partners for Tapas on the Trails include Cotton Culinary, Saint Arnold Brewing Company, and Folktale Wine Group.
TICKETS: Tickets available for members and non-members ranging from $95 to $105. Registration is available in 15-minute increments. (Go to https://houstonarboretum.org/event/tapas-on-the-trails/; click on the registration tab to purchase tickets. The event is for ages 21 and up only.
Link to high resolution photos here.
Photo caption: The Houston Arboretum presents Tapas on the Trails on Feb. 13 with the promise of a romantic evening in nature featuring delicious food, wines and beers. Photo credit: Christina Spade
