Lately in the world of food, there's been a lot of brouhaha about Umami, the fifth taste (after the more easily recognizable sweet, bitter, sour, and salty) that imparts a fuller, more savory flavor to any dish. Ingredients like aged parmesan, fish oils, and truffle impart this highly desired fifth element, and elevate simple foods into the realm of the divine. This weekend, I experienced a rush of Umami at Avalon on Bardstown road. 

According to our local forecasters, the worst of the questionable weather won't arrive until sometime around midnight, so it's perfect timing to head out to Avalon on 1314 Bardstown Road.

Tonight at 6:30, Avalon Restaurant will be hosting an organic and sustainable wine dinner featuring all local produce and meat and Brown Foreman products.  For $50, come out and enjoy a four course dinner including tip and tax.

It's a great chance to support the local agricultural community, become more familiar with sustainability and try out new dishes and organic wine.

If you're looking for a little something different for your weekday cuisine, why not check out a Louisville Originals Restaurant at Avalon,  1314 Bardstown Road, next Tuesday night for their Craft Beer Dinner?

For $50, visitors will enjoy an all-inclusive evening at Avalon complete with 6 select craft beers including the seasonal selection "Christmas Ale".  Guest speaker Lisa Farmer from Great Lakes will guide guests through 4 dinner courses and beer pairings.

Basically, all my life I took dance lessons. When I moved to Louisville, I was hoping to find some group or studio where I could continue dancing as an adult. I have had a hard time finding a studio that is just classes.  At my age (26), the last think I want to be a part of is a dance recital. I just want to take a weekly class to keep up my technique and get good exercise.