2nd Annual Hogtoberfest Award-winning "porkivores" Michael Lascola And Matt Jennings Host An Epicurean Weekend Dedicated To All Things Pig

WHAT: On October 16 & 17, Chef Michael LaScola of Nantucket's American Seasons (americanseasons.com) and Chef Matt Jennings of Providence's

The Farmstead and La Laiterie (farmsteadinc.com) - also a two-time COCHON 555 champion - host a weekend of pure porcine pleasure designed to induct amateur pork fans into the ranks of true connoisseurs. The chefs are hand raising Berkshire-Tamworth pigs for this Nantucket epicurean weekend with an itinerary that includes:



Saturday, October 16

'This Little Piggy' Carving Demo - 10am, $25

Enjoy a back-of-house demo, led by Michael & Matt, on how to maximize an entire pig from snout-to-tail. These chefs are well versed in using low-on-the-pig cuts in preparing delectable dishes.



Pork & Beer Tasting at Cisco Brewers - afternoon

Savor grilled sausage, bacon and other pork bites with craft beer pairings while touring Cisco Brewers, Nantucket's famed micro-distillery.



'All Things Pork' Dinner - starting at 5:30pm

Enjoy a bevy of pork specials during dinner service along with wine pairings from American Seasons' 500+ all-American wine list, including 30 high-end, small production wines by the glass, and pigtails (pork-inspired cocktails).



Sunday, October 17

Beer Master Class - afternoon

Beer Genius Kirk Struble of Westside Brewing Company demonstrates how pork & beer is truly a match made in heaven with a tasting that pairs craft brews with pork delicacies.



'Ode to Pig' Dinner - starting at 5:30pm, $135

Michael & Matt come together to create a prix-fixe dinner made entirely of "This Little Piggy." Each course is paired with craft beer from Portland, Maine's Peak Organics Brewing Company and wine from American Seasons' extensive, all-American wine list. Pigtails will also be featured.



WHEN: Saturday & Sunday, October 16-17, 2010



RSVP: Please call 508-228-7111 for reservations, times and pricing. Space is limited.



WHERE: 80 Centre Street, Nantucket, MA



HOTEL

PACKAGE: Union Street Inn, a boutique-style bed & breakfast (unioninn.com) within walking distance to American Seasons, is offering luxury accommodations for two, daily gourmet made-to-order breakfast, and a Nantucket welcome amenity. $259/night based on a 2 night stay. Reservations - 1.888.517.0707; info@unioninn.com.