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SUMMARY:La Caza | A Taste of the Wild 2026
DESCRIPTION:Embrace the ultimate taste of autumn in the heart of Washington\, D.C. \nFrom November 9th to 29th\, La Taberna del Alabardero invites you to experience our exclusive seasonal menu\, celebrating the rich and historic culinary traditions of the Spanish hunting season. For a limited time\, we will be serving an extraordinary selection of special dishes featuring exquisite wild game and earthy\, seasonal mushrooms. \nWhether you are hosting a distinguished business lunch near the World Bank or seeking a warm\, sophisticated evening with friends\, this menu perfectly marries the rustic\, robust flavors of the Spanish countryside with our signature timeless elegance. \nLa Caza Menu\n\nArroz de conejo “La Venta el Conejo” | $25.00 Yellow rice with garlic rabbit.\nCodorniz rellena de setas y parmentier de boniato | $30.00 Stuffed quail with mushrooms and sweet potato parmentier.\nEstofado de jabalí con patatas | $27.00 Wild boar stew with potatoes.\nRulo de venado con arroz cremoso de setas | $35.00 Venison roll with creamy mushroom rice.\nRevuelto de setas con huevo poché | $20.00 Wild mushroom scramble topped with a delicately poached egg.\n\nReserve Your Table Space is limited for this special seasonal offering. We invite you to secure your reservation online or by contacting 202-429-2200 \nTax and service charge not included. \nWhy this meats? \n1. Rabbit (Conejo) — Caza Menor & Foundational Gastronomy\n\nThe Origin of Spain’s Name: Spain’s relationship with the rabbit is literal—the name Hispania is believed to derive from the Phoenician term I-span-ya\, meaning “Land of Rabbits.”\nPeasant Heritage: Historically\, rabbit was the primary lean protein accessible to rural families across the Iberian peninsula. It required minimal land to hunt or raise\, making it a cornerstone of Spanish home cooking.\nCulinary Role: Rabbit is deeply tied to Spanish rice traditions. Before seafood paella became popular for tourists\, the original 18th-century Paella Valenciana relied on wild rabbit\, snail\, and green beans. Paired with garlic and olive oil (conejo al ajillo) or braised into country rice (arroz de monte)\, rabbit represents the ultimate comforting\, rustic flavor profile of inland Spain.\n\n2. Quail (Codorniz) — Caza Menor & Preservation Heritage\n\nThe Small Game Tradition: Quail hunting in the plains of La Mancha and Castilla y León is an autumn ritual. Small game birds have long supplied Spanish kitchens during the harvest transition.\nThe Art of Escabeche: Because small birds spoil quickly after a hunt\, Spanish cooks perfected escabeche\, an ancient preservation technique using vinegar\, olive oil\, garlic\, and wild herbs.\nCulinary Role: Quail represents the bridge between humble countryside hunting and noble dining. Stuffed quail (codorniz rellena) showcases Spanish culinary refinement\, pairing dark\, delicate meat with autumnal forest ingredients like wild mushrooms and sweet root vegetables.\n\n3. Wild Boar (Jabalí) — Caza Mayor & The Montería Tradition\n\nMedieval Hunting Roots: Wild boar hunting is central to the Montería\, Spain’s oldest driven-hunt tradition dating back to medieval times in regions like Sierra Morena\, the Pyrenees\, and Picos de Europa.\nAcorn-Fed Diet: Wild boars roam the Spanish dehesas (oak forests)\, feeding on wild acorns (bellotas)\, roots\, and herbs. This natural diet gives the meat a deep\, earthy taste distinct from domestic pork.\nCulinary Role: Wild boar is naturally lean and tough\, so traditional Spanish cooking treats it with long\, slow braises (estofados) in heavy clay cazuelas with robust red wine\, garlic\, bay leaf\, and potatoes to tenderize the meat. It is the ultimate cold-weather communal dish served to hunters after a morning in the mountains.\n\n4. Venison (Venado) — Caza Mayor & Regal Banquet Heritage\n\nNoble & Royal History: Unlike rabbit\, deer hunting was historically reserved for Spanish nobility\, royal estates\, and wealthy landowners managing vast forest estates in Extremadura and Castilla-La Mancha.\nThe Apex of Game Meat: Venison is regarded as the most prestigious wild game meat in Spain due to its deep red color\, dense texture\, and intensely aromatic\, iron-rich profile.\nCulinary Role: High-end Spanish gastronomy elevates venison by pairing it with wild forest harvests\, specifically seasonal mushrooms (setas) and truffle reductions. Preparing it as a loin or roll (rulo de venado) alongside creamy rice reflects how contemporary Spanish chefs honor royal hunting heritage with modern technique.
URL:https://alabardero.com/event/spanish-wild-game-menu-dc
LOCATION:La Taberna del Alabardero\, 1776 I Street NW Entrance on 18th\, between H and I\, Washington DC\, Washington\, DC\, 20006\, United States
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Thanksgiving in Washington\, D.C.
DESCRIPTION:A Classic Thanksgiving with a Spanish Soul\nThis November 26th\, 2026\, we invite you to celebrate Thanksgiving in the refined\, classic elegance of La Taberna del Alabardero. Located just steps from the White House\, our dining room offers the perfect sanctuary for diplomats\, professionals\, and families seeking a sophisticated holiday gathering without the stress of hosting. \nOur Executive Chef has curated an exclusive $80 three-course menu that honors the beloved American holiday while weaving in the authentic\, high-quality Spanish ingredients that have defined our D.C. institution since 1989. \nThanksgiving Special Menu 2026\n$80 per person \nStarters (Choose one) \n\nSweet Corn Cream: Enhanced with authentic Manchego cheese and crispy Iberian ham.\nArugula Salad: Featuring fresh orange and pecans\, elegantly dressed with a mint and sherry vinaigrette.\nSautéed Seasonal Mushrooms: Finished with fragrant truffle oil and a perfectly poached egg.\n\nMain Course (Choose one) \n\nTurkey Ingot: Served in a rich Pedro Ximénez jus alongside caramelized baby carrots.\nSlow-Confit Cod: Delicately prepared and served over a scalloped potato gratin.\nFrench-Style Pork Chop (14 oz): Marinated in pineapple\, soy\, and clove\, served with mashed potatoes (+$15 supplement).\n\nSides (Choose one) \n\nTraditional Green Bean Casserole: Elevated with mushroom cream and crispy onions.\nRustic Mashed Potatoes.\nAlabardero Mac & Cheese: A luxurious gratin featuring a melted blend of Spanish Manchego and Mahón cheeses.\n\nDesserts (Choose one) \n\nThin Apple Tart: Served warm with classic vanilla ice cream.\nPecan Pie: Finished with a drizzle of maple syrup.\nPumpkin Mousse: Presented over a traditional María cookie base with a touch of cinnamon.\n\nOptional Drink Pairing: Elevate your meal with our special alcoholic beverage selection :\n \n\nSpanish Mulled Wine‭ +$‬16: Mulled wine with brandy‭\, ‬orange‭\, ‬cranberry‭\, ‬rosemary‭\, ‬anise‭\, ‬cinnamon‭\, ‬cloves‭\, ‬and cardamom‭.‬\nBourbon Cranberry Cosecha‭ +$‬13: Bourbon and Frangelico mixed with lemon‭\,‬ orange‭\, ‬and cranberry juices‭.‬\n\nReserve Your Table for Thanksgiving  or contact our events team to discuss private dining rooms and exclusive holiday catering options. \nPlease inform us of any allergies. Tax and service charge not included. A 20% service charge will be added to all bills (15% is shared among our service team\, 5% is retained by the restaurant to support operational costs). Additional tipping is optional.
URL:https://alabardero.com/event/thanksgiving-2026
LOCATION:La Taberna del Alabardero\, 1776 I Street NW Entrance on 18th\, between H and I\, Washington DC\, Washington\, DC\, 20006\, United States
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