Montrio Bistro Rings In The Holiday Season with Something For Every Foodie On Your List

Just Announced! This Holiday Season Chef Tony Baker and his team of Montrio Bistro in Monterey offer something for ever foodie on your list. End Quote

Salinas, CA (1888PressRelease) November 01, 2012 - For more than 17 years, Montrio Bistro located at 414 Calle Principal in Monterey has celebrated the heritage and craftsmanship of the local purveyor. From seed to fork, Montrio's ingredients have always changed with the season -- as nature intended. Montrio and Chef Baker are proud to continue that focus with even more emphasis on the delicious and seasonal ingredients that come from our local farmers, ranchers and fishermen.

This Holiday Season Chef Tony Baker and his team offer something for ever foodie on your list. Check out these holiday delights from Montrio Bistro!
• The Perfect Stocking Stuffer! Show someone you really care by getting them a Montrio gift certificate for "Dinner and a Movie". They'll get a 2-course meal and a ticket to Monterey's Osio Cinema for less than $22! Montrio Bistro is also the place to be on Sunday nights. Sunday is "Half-Price Wine Night" when the restaurant offers 50% off most wines on their award-winning wine list. (Allocated wines may not be eligible).
• Have You Booked Your Holiday Party? At Montrio Bistro, we'll provide an unforgettable experience and take care of all the details for your next event. With three distinctive rooms, Chef Baker's fantastic food and our professional service, Montrio will accommodate all your personal and corporate event needs. Speak with our professional event-planning staff about our event-hosting capabilities by calling (831) 648-8881 or email them at: banquet ( @ ) montrio dot com dot
• English Style Christmas Pudding from Montrio Bistro! Enjoy Chef Baker's Christmas Pudding, made from his mum's recipe this holiday season. Call 831-648-8880 to get your order in early as quantities are limited and sell out fast.

Are you the designated driver this holiday season? No worries Montrio's Mixologist Anthony Vitacca has created the perfect drink for you to enjoy at Montrio Bistro or at home!

" The Wild Turkey"
2 oz Sparkling Martinellis apple juice
2 oz Jellied cranberry sauce
1 oz fresh lemon
4 large sage leaves (reserve 2 for garnish)
1 oz fresh lemon
2 oz Spiced Honey syrup**
"Anthony's Montrio Maraschino" cherries for garnish ( these can be purchased at Montrio Bistro)
In shaker glass, shred sage, gently muddle, add remaining ingredients (except apple juice), add ice, Shake, Strain over rocks into collins glass, Top w/ Martinelli's Sparkling apple juice, stir.
Garnish w/ 2 sage leaves & 2 of "Anthony's Montrio Maraschino" cherries
Sip, Savor, Enjoy!!!

** Spiced Honey syrup
1 cup honey
1 cup water
2 star anise
1 tsp. clove
1 tsp. all-spice
1 large cinnamon stick (broken in half)
1 whole nutmeg, crushed (wrap in towel & smash w/ back of frying pan once or twice)
Place ingredients in medium saucepan, bring to simmer, cover w/cellophane, open small section for steam to be released, let simmer for 30 minutes, DO NOT ALLOW SYRUP TO BOIL! It will burn.
Let cool, strain into squeeze bottle or fancy glass bottle.

Background on Montrio Bistro:
Montrio is dedicated to using more local ingredients, showcasing the talents of our local purveyors to produce even more amazing food! Awaken your senses and feel good about what you eat. For more information on Montrio or to sign up for our mailing list today call (831) 648-8880. Montrio is open daily from 4:30 p.m. -10:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday until 11:00 p.m. For more information, go tohttp://www.montrio.com/. Become a Fan on Facebook for special recipes, cooking tips and event details on the Artisan Series classes.
Contact Information:

Montrio Bistro
414 Calle Principal
Monterey, CA 93940
http://www.montrio.com/

Press Contact: Marci Bracco (831) 747-7455

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