A NIGHT TO REMEMBER – Kara and Bob Brooks' inspiration to open the Still River Café in Eastford, Connecticut, in no small part, came from the experience of writing Paradise Found and getting to know the chefs and restaurant owners that make the St. Barths dining experience so exquisite.

On August 24th and 25th, Franck Mathevet, chef extraordinaire and owner of the Wall House Restaurant, will be visiting a guest chef at the Still River Café and will be creating an unforgettable “Festival of St. Barthélemy” gala dinner—a holiday in France marked by fireworks, the ringing of bells and, of course, wonderful food.

Kara and Bob will be working with Franck to create a special seven-course chef tasting menu that will combine specialties from the Wall House restaurant and the Still River Café. The event will highlight the dishes that make the Wall House such a special place and combine them with the marvelous produce that is grown at the Still River Cafe's farm.

The cost for dinner is $95 per person with a pairing of select French wines offered at $55. Space is extremely limited as our restaurant is small so we ask that you reserve well in advance. Reservations can be made by calling 860-974-9988.

Logistics --

Getting to the Still River Café: We are located just 6 miles off I-84 (exits 73 or 74) and 35 minutes from Hartford, 50 minutes from Providence, an hour from downtown Boston and 2-1/2 hours from New York City. If you are flying, you should be able to find flights into Bradley Airport in Hartford, T.F. Greene Airport in Providence or Logan Airport in Boston.

Lodging: There are several options for lodging depending on what you are looking for by way of accommodations.

The “Cultural Visitor” -- Those looking for a cultural experience could stay in one of the many excellent hotels in Boston and enjoy that city’s numerous museums and historical sites.

The “High-Roller / Let the Good Times Roll Visitor” – What happens in Connecticut stays in Connecticut. Okay. . . Connecticut is not Vegas, but the two largest casinos in the Northeast-- Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun -- are located 45 minutes away and are a lot of fun. Great spas, nice hotels, etc.

The “Quiet Weekend in the Country Visitor” – Eastford is located in what is known as The Quiet Corner of Connecticut. As such, those looking for the quintessential New England experience will find it in one of our local inns and B&Bs. We recommend the Tolland Inn and the Elias Child House. In Sturbridge Village (just 15 minutes away) you will find a number of hotels and inns including the historic Publick House and several chain hotels as well. The area boasts many antique shops, orchards, vineyards and lots of lakes, rivers and hiking trails.

 

For more information about the Still River Café , please visit www.stillrivercafe.com. Don’t hesitate to email us at info@stillrivercafe.com with any questions. Once again, to reserve a spot, please contact us at 860-974-9988.

The Wall House
Traditional French and Creole Cuisine
Telephone: 05 90 27 71 83
Fax: 05 90 27 69 43