YOU’RE INVITED: Simon Pearce signing and 10th Anniversary event

You’re invited …to meet Simon Pearce

Saturday, November 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Simon Pearce on the Brandywine
1333 Lenape Road · West Chester · 610.793.0949 · www.simonpearce.com

To commemorate 10 years of wining, dining and shopping along the Brandywine River, Simon Pearce on the Brandywine welcomes its namesake and renowned glassblower, Simon Pearce. A meet and greet for both customers and the press, this special event kicks off a series of 10th Anniversary celebrations that will take place December 10th-12th. On Saturday, November 20, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Mr. Pearce will be signing his handcrafted glass and pottery (purchased on the day of this special event) for customers. Along with the signing, the restaurant and retail store will be hosting three additional events in December:

  • On Friday, December 10, from 6 to 8:00 p.m. the celebration continues with an intimate wine & hors d’oeuvres tasting featuring Simon Pearce’s private-label wine. At this invitation-only gathering, guests will receive  a custom designed tea-light with a thank you note from Simon.
  • On Saturday, December 11, from 3-5 p.m., the retail store will host a wine tasting led by E & J Gallo Winery. Along with sampling interesting wines, customers will have an opportunity to purchase a Limited Edition Simon Pearce Anniversary Piece. Signed “Simon Pearce 2010,” these signature vases will be available at the retail store from 11/20 through the holidays, and in limited quantities.
  • To conclude the festivities, the retail store will hold an artisanal cheese & wine tasting on Sunday, December 12, from 3 to 5 p.m. This tasting will also feature Simon Pearce’s private label reserve, and the cheese will be supplied by Amazing Acres (Elverson, PA).

Throughout the anniversary weekend, guests can enjoy Executive chef Karen Nicolas’ savory, seasonally inspired tasting menu for $45/person:


AMUSE BOUCHE
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RARE AHI TUNA
Avocado, Kumquat, Pickled Chili Vinaigrette
FONDUTA RISOTTO
Poached Egg, Truffle Butter
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WILD CORVINA
Shellfish Bouillabaisse, Baby Bok Choy, Red Kuri Squash
POACHED CAPON
Ricotta Gnocchi, Root Vegetables, Pumpkin Jus
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DESSERT
Coconut Ice Cream with Toasted Brioche and Passion Fruit

(Price does not include tax, gratuity or alcohol.)

Simon Pearce is also proud to announce that throughout the entire holiday season, a portion of proceeds from the “Wisp” holiday bauble (pictured here) will go to benefit Philabundance. As many of you know, Philabundance is the region’s largest food back and hunger relief organization. For more information on Simon Pearce’s relationship with this outstanding organization, the events listed above, or to RSVP, please contact:

Dawn Elyse Warden
[email protected]

OR

Kim Genkin
[email protected]