2008 Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence”

Although our many years have taught us that the only opinion that really matters is yours – our customers’ – it’s always nice to get a pat on the back like this.

Thanks to Kathy’s careful attention, the Jackalope Grill is one of only a handful of Bend restaurants to have its wine list recognized by Wine Spectator. Among Bend recipients, the Jackalope is the only restaurant rated as “Inexpensive,” meaning we offer many bottles for less than $50, while also applying a below-normal markup.

Wine Spectator Award of Excellence

According to the magazine, “Wine Spectator’s Restaurant Awards recognize restaurants whose wine lists offer interesting selections, are appropriate to their cuisine and appeal to a wide range of wine lovers.”

A complete list of 2008 Restaurant Award winners is published in the August issue of Wine Spectator, and the magazine’s website lists all the Bend winners.

Here’s our overview page, where you can add your own review.

August Happenings

Chef Tim on Julia Gray’s “Cooking With Gusto!”

Tune into “Cooking With Gusto!” on KBND (AM 1110) at 9:00 am on Saturday, August 9 to hear Tim dish about food with host Julia Gray

Women Tasting Wine

Reserve your spot now for Wine Women Tasting Wine at The Jackalope on Monday, August 25 at 4pm. Cost is $45. Please contact Diane Sienko at Bend Wine Cellars (388-7564), or go to the Women Tasting Wine website.

Ghost Tree Invitational – Dinner on the Range: Sat., Sept. 6

This year at the Ghost Tree Invitational Dinner on the Range, Chef Tim will apply his magic to Elk Sliders with homemade condiments.

Dinner on the Range begins at 4pm, and food and beverage service will begin at 5pm. Get the details here.