Menu announced for Hemingway-inspired cocktail party, Nov. 5: Daiquiris, martinis and more

From daiquiris to martinis to Gregorio's Rx, experience Ernest Hemingway's favorite cocktails, made to his exacting specifications, at a special food and drink event Thursday, Nov. 5 at the Fourth Estate Restaurant.

Noted Hemingway scholar and cocktail specialist Philip Greene will guide diners through an evening of food and libations interspersed with tales of the legendary writer, world traveler, journalist and sportsman's favorite watering holes.

The event begins at 6:30 p.m. and includes a copy of the Greene's latest book, "To Have and Have Another -- A Hemingway Cocktail Companion." The complete menu, which features four sample cocktails paired with delightful small plates, is listed below.

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Tickets cost $55 per person and $100 per couple for National Press Club members and include one copy of the book. Non-member tickets cost $60 for singles and $115 for couples. For information, please phone the Fourth Estate restaurant, 202.662.7638.

The Menu
All featuring Hemingway Rum Co. Papa’s Pilar Rum

Hot Rum Punch served with a selection of hors d'oeuvres
Cool cucumber soup shooter
Empanadilla de Pescado, Fish, Peppers and Pine nut empanada
Quiche with Canadian bacon and Truffle oil

Daiquiri served with a Cuban sandwich slider, Endive (leaf) with Chive, goat cheese and Vinaigrette and French fries

Perfect Dry (Gin) Martini served with Tournedos (beef filet) bite with Béarnaise, Breakfast radishes on buttered baguette

Americano served with a skewer of Roast Duck with Marsala, Potato Croquette, Wedge of Avocado with lime and olive oil

Gregorio’s Rx served with Zabaglione, Fried bananas