{"product_id":"passport-series-mediterranean-sept-30","title":"PASSPORT SERIES MEDITERRANEAN SEPT 30","description":"\u003cp\u003eSix Stops, One Vineyard: The Passport Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePack your appetite and prepare for departure ✈️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis season, we are taking you on a global culinary journey without ever leaving the vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Passport Series is a monthly celebration of international flavors, featuring six exclusive dinners held on the last Wednesday of every month.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the creative direction of Chef Dennis, each evening features a custom-crafted menu dedicated to a specific region. Chef Dennis artfully balances global techniques with our Vankleek Hill wines, showcasing how our local terroir can complement the world’s most iconic cuisines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 Flight Schedule\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• September 30 | The Mediterranean 🇬🇷 \u003cbr\u003e~A tour of the coast, focusing on fresh herbs and the clean notes of our harvest season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*You will be asked to choose which Main Course you have that evening.   You will be able to choose your main course option directly here before your check out!  Simply add the choice of main course (Option A Lamb OR Option B Fish) in the order notes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Destination to look forward to...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• September 30 | The Mediterranean 🇬🇷 \u003cbr\u003e~A tour of the coast, focusing on fresh herbs and the clean notes of our harvest season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAMUSE BOUCHE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhipped Feta Crostini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoney, pistachio, olive oil, fresh herbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFIRST COURSE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMediterranean Mezze Plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHummus, tzatziki, marinated olives, roasted red pepper dip, grilled pita.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMAIN COURSE CHOICE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHerb-Roasted Lamb Shank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLemon Greek potatoes, grilled vegetables, rosemary jus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— OR —\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHerb-Crusted Mediterranean Sea Bass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTomato olive ragout, saffron couscous, lemon herb oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDESSERT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaklava Cheesecake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoney syrup, pistachio crumble, orange blossom cream.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Reservations are essential \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6:30-9:00 pm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe patio will be open as of 5:30 for you to enjoy prior to the dinner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- \u003cspan\u003eWhile we may offer outdoor sessions in the future, we are starting the series INSIDE.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Must be 19 years and older to participate  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Cancellations are accepted 48 hours prior to the date of the event\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease note that this amount DOES NOT include the tip to your servers and kitchen staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeats are limited for these intimate pairings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a follow up email prior to the event with additional information. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere will your palate take you? Looking ahead to Oct … \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMark your calendars for next month destinations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOctober 28 | Japan 🇯🇵 \u003cbr\u003e~The grand finale. An exploration of umami and precision, featuring delicate, artistic pairings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vankleek Hill Vineyard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47734260039851,"sku":null,"price":105.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/8010\/2827\/files\/B726EBD4-AF3B-48E9-9019-E211244BE216.png?v=1788280095","url":"https:\/\/vankleekhillvineyard.com\/products\/passport-series-mediterranean-sept-30","provider":"Vankleek Hill Vineyard","version":"1.0","type":"link"}