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Savor the San Juan Islands this October

October is one of our favorite months in the San Juan Islands. Savor the San Juans - A Medley of Food, Art & Culture will take place October 1-31, 2011. Come and savor our many celebrations of food, art and culture, including:

In addition to the dining specials below, many lodging establishments are also offering October specials:

 

A Culinary Celebration

Savor 3-course dinner specials for either $30 or $35 at many of the fine restaurants on all three islands. In addition, many restaurants will offer themed special dinners and cooking classes. Please check restaurant websites for evenings open and dinner hours.

Lopez Island 

 

Orcas Island

 

San Juan Island

 

More Dining Specials

  • Allium, Orcas Island, 2nd Annual Orctoberfest Orctober Menu for $35 during the first weekend in October.  Enjoy Uli's Bratwurst, pork schnitzel, German potato salad, apple strudel, Black Forest cake, great beers and wines.
  • The Bluff Restaurant · Bar · Terrace at Friday Harbor House, San Juan Island, Winemaker Dinner, October 2, 6:30 p.m. Chef Kyle Nicholson is teaming up with winemaker Morgan Lee to provide a fabulous feast. Indulge in seven courses including Shoal Bay oysters, Dungeness crab fritters, seared duck breast, and more, all expertly paired with exquisite wines from Covington Cellars and Two Vintners. $85 per person. Stay the night and save 35% off the Best Available Rate as part of our Savor Friday Harbor House special. 
  • The Bluff Restaurant · Bar · Terrace at Friday Harbor House, San Juan Island, Farm to Table Island Style Cooking Class Getaway Series "Entertaining Autumn Cuisine," October 7-8, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. This class is focused on making the most from seasonal offerings at your local farmers' market. Getaway includes a two-night stay, special welcome amenity, and two spots in the cooking class (lunch and wine for two). Rates from $165.
  • Allium, Orcas Island, Give Back To Our Farmers Dinner, October 7, 8 & 9, 5:30-9:00 p.m. Chef Lisa Nakamura features delicious meals concentrating on the bounty of simple, fresh, Pacific Northwest flavors sourced from local farms. 3% of sales for each evening will be donated back to the San Juan County Agricultural Resources Committee.
  • Doe Bay Cafe at Doe Bay Resort & Retreat, Orcas Island, From the Field to the Sea, October 8. Menu will highlight produce and seafood harvested from our neighbors at Buck Bay Shellfish Farm and Orcas Farm. $45 per person prix fixe menu.
  • Coho Restaurant, San Juan Island, San Juan Vineyards Winemaker Dinner, October 21, 6:00 p.m. seating only. Award-winning wine maker Chris Primus features five select wines, paired with a six-course meal using the freshest seasonal and local ingredients. $45 for dinner, plus $25 for wine pairing.
  • Coho Restaurant, San Juan Island, Distiller's Dinner, October 28, 6:00 p.m. seating only. Westcott Bay Cider Company/San Juan Distillery showcases their entire product line, paired with fabulous locally-grown and seasonal foods. $45 for dinner, plus $25 for beverage pairing.

  

More Fun Events in October

 


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