Special beers, German dishes, accordion player to highlight Oktoberfest, tonight

The National Press Club celebrates Oktoberfest in the Reliable Source tonight with a buffet starting at 5:30 p.m. 

The Oktoberfest dinner, which is open to Club members and their guests, features Oktoberfest beers and authentic German foods served buffet-style. The dinner costs $40 for members and $50 for non-member guests. Reservations are recommended by calling (202) 662-7443 or emailing [email protected].

An accordion player will add gaiety to the revelry. Russell Wilson is a member of the Marine Band and has often performed at the White House.

Enjoy Oktoberfest beers and German wine pairings to complement the buffet.

Menu

Soup

• Bratwurst and lentil soup with spinach

Salads

• German potato salad
• Shredded red cabbage and carrot salad with poppy seed and honey vinaigrette
• Happy Gardener’s Salad (Salat der Fröhlicher Gärtnerin)
• Celery root salad (Selleriesalat)

Carving Station

• Pot roast

Entrees

• Beer brats with caramelized onion and cabbage
• Maple pecan-crusted bone-in chicken breast
• Beef roulade with mustard, bacon, and dill pickle
• Baked salmon cakes

Sides

• Oktoberfest savory strudel
• Green beans with bacon

Desserts

• Black Forest cupcakes
• German chocolate layer cake
• Apple frangipane tarts
• Pumpkin cheesecake