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Nel Centro Music Schedule March through June, 2013

All shows start at 9:30 pm unless otherwise noted.
Located adjacent to the Hotel Modera. 1408 SW 6th Ave. Portland
Tel 503-484-1099
Shows are all ages, no cover charge

Friday 3/22
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 3/23
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Carlton Jackson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

Friday 3/29
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 3/30
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

Friday 4/5
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 4/6
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

Friday 4/12
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 4/13
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

Friday 4/19
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 4/20
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

Friday 4/26
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 4/27
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

Friday 5/3
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 5/4
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

Friday 5/10
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 5/11
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

Friday 5/17
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 5/18
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

Friday 5/24 no music, Memorial Day weekend

Saturday 5/25 no music, Memorial Day weekend

Friday 5/31
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 6/1
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

Friday 6/7
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 6/8
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

Friday 6/14
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 6/15
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

Friday 6/21
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 6/22
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

Friday 6/28
Mike Pardew
9 – 11:45 PM

Saturday 6/29
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein, & Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM


Jazz at Nel Centro

2013 PDX Jazz Festival Shows at Nel Centro

2/15 – PDX Jazz Festival Show
Mike Pardew
Dave Captein
Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

2/16 – PDX Jazz Festival Show
Mike Pardew
Marc Huchison
Dave Captein
Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

2/17 – Sunday Jazz Brunch
Mike Pardew
Dave Captein
Randy Rollofson
10 AM – 1 PM

2/21 – Special PDX Jazz Festival Show
Marilyn Keller
George Mitchell
8:30 PM until 11:30 PM

2/22 – PDX Jazz Festival Show
Mike Pardew
Dave Captein
Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

2/23 – PDX Jazz Festival Show
Mike Pardew
Joe Freuen
Dave Captein
Randy Rollofson
9:30 – 11:45 PM

2/24 – PDX Jazz Brunch Show
Brooklyn Jazz
10:30 AM to 1:30 PM


New Years Eve Menu & Music

NEW YEAR’S EVE SPECIALS

SOUP: Oyster Bisque with Spinach and Pernod 10
APPETIZER:     Steak Tartar with Truffle Cream, Celery Hearts, Caper and Onion 14
PASTA: Fresh Duck Egg Pasta with Dungeness Crab, Toasted Garlic, Scallions, Lemon and Bread Crumbs 24
FISH: Grilled Ahi Tuna with Truffled Celery Root Puree, Apple, Horseradish, and Arugula Salad 28
ENTRÉE: Rotisserie Beef Rib Roast with Caramelized Brussels Sprouts, Baby Turnips, Oyster Mushrooms and Parmesan Jus 32
DESSERT: Chocolate Hazelnut Torta with Prosecco Sabayon 10

 

New Years Eve Jazz Lineup

The Mike Pardew Trio from 9:30 – 12:30
Mike Pardew – Guitar
Patrick Harry – Bass
Randy Rollofson – Drums

 


Holiday Hours

Our hours for this Holiday Season:

Christmas Eve, Monday, December 24th. Open until 9pm in the dining room and 10pm in the bar.

Christmas Day, Tuesday, December 25th. Open for Breakfast from 7:30am – 10:30am.

Closed for Happy Hour and Dinner.

New Year’s Eve, Monday, December 31st. Open until 10:30pm in the dining room and 12:30am in the bar.

New Year’s Day, Tuesday, January 1st. Open for Brunch from 8 until 2pm.

Open for Happy Hour and for Dinner until 9pm


Nel Centro – Private Dining Holiday Menu 2012

Reception Hors d’oeuvres & Three Course Dinner

Buffet – $55 per person Plated – $60 per person

Reception Hors d’oeuvres

Choose three:
Swiss Chard & Ricotta Tarts
Endive with Blue Cheese & Candied Walnuts
Cold Smoked Salmon with Mascarpone
Crostini with Goat Cheese & Peperonata
Lamb Meatballs with Marinara
Duck Rillette Crostini

Three Course Dinner

First Course

Choose one:
Mesclun Greens with Croutons & Fresh Herbs
Hearts of Romaine with Anchovy, Garlic & Lemon

Second Course

Choose two:
Rotisserie Turkey Breast with Cranberry Chutney
Rotisserie Pork Loin
Chef’s Selection of Seasonal Fresh Fish
Herb Roasted Prime Rib of Beef with Horseradish Cream – add $5 per person

Sides

Choose two:
Scalloped Potatoes
Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta
Creamy Polenta
Broccoli Rabe

Dessert

Choose one:
Chocolate Hazelnut Truffle Torte
Caramel Apple Bread Pudding

*Beverage service and gratuity are separate


Chef David Machado to Cook Thursday Night IPNC Dinner at Youngberg Hill in McMinnville

Chef David Machado to Cook Thursday Night IPNC Dinner at Youngberg Hill in McMinnville

We are celebrating 26 years of the International Pinot Noir Celebration (IPNC) in McMinnville.
The Six Course Dinner is Hosted by Youngberg Hill, Yamhill Valley Vineyards and Panther Creek
This Year’s Guest Chef is David Machado of Nel Centro Restaurant in Portland.
Nel Centro (Italian for “in the center”) explores the classic dishes of the Riviera and chef David Machado’s passion for grand culinary traditions and locally sourced, seasonal food.
Phone: Advanced reservations required at 503-472-2727 or Email: info@youngberghill.com
Price: $125 All Inclusive
When: Thursday, July 26th at 6:30pm
Place: Youngberg Hill
Where: 10660 SW Youngberg Hill Road (map)
McMinnville, OR 97128
Website: http://youngberghill.com/calendar/

Reception
Tuna Tartar, Lamb Meatballs, Caponata Crostini,
Pork with Mostarda and Goat Cheese with Peperonata
Younberg Hill Pinot Blanc and Yamhill Valley Vineyards Pinot Blanc

First Course
Sweet Corn Chowder with Walnuts, Pecorino and Parsley
Panther Creek 2010 Pinot Gris
Second Course
Roasted Beets with Baked Ricotta, Arugula and Hazelnuts
Youngberg Hill Pinot Gris
Pasta Course
Cavatelli with Morel Mushrooms, Peas, Prosciutto and Cream
Panther Creek Vista Hills Vineyard 2008 Pinot Noir
Younberg Hill 2009 Estate Pinot Noir
Yamhill Valley Vineyards 2009 Tall Poppy Pinot Noir
Entrée
Grilled Skirt Steak with Fregola Sarda Salad and Fig Vincotto
Panther Creek 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir
Youngberg Hill 2008 Jordon Pinot Noir
Yamhill Valley Vineyards 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir
Dessert
Warm Strawberry & Apricot Galette with Crème Anglaise


Summer Jazz Schedule

Summer 2012 Jazz Schedule at Nel Centro with Guitarist Mike Pardew.

There is no cover or minimum. Shows begin at 9:30 PM on Friday and Saturday nights.

Friday, July 6, no show, holiday weekend
Saturday, July 7, no show, holiday weekend

Friday, July 13
Mike Pardew solo guitar
Saturday, July 14
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein and Randy Rollofson

Friday, July 20
Mike Pardew solo guitar
Saturday, July 21
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein and Randy Rollofson

Friday, July 27
Mike Pardew solo guitar
Saturday, July 28
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein and Randy Rollofson

Friday, August 3
Mike Pardew with Jeff Leonard and Todd Strait
Saturday, August 4
Mike Pardew solo guitar

Friday, August 10
Mike Pardew solo guitar
Saturday, August 11
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein and Randy Rollofson

Friday, August 17
Mike Pardew solo guitar
Saturday, August 18
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein and Randy Rollofson

Friday, August 24
Mike Pardew solo guitar
Saturday, August 25
Mike Pardew, Dave Captein and Randy Rollofson

Friday, August 31, no music, holiday weekend
Saturday, September 1, no music, holiday weekend


Third Angle at Nel Centro!

 

Third Angle at Nel Centro | Wednesday June 20, 2012 6:30 p.m.

Join Third Angle musicians, board members and supporters for a summer evening in the fire-pit filled courtyard at Nel Centro. The evening will feature classic dishes from the Riviera, silent auction items and a musical teaser from next season that will whet your musical appetite. The perfect ingredients for a magical night in downtown Portland!

Purchase tickets>>


Portland Dining Month is Here!

Portland Dining Month Prix Fixe Menu 25

First course:

English Pea, Romaine & Mint Soup or Mesclun Greens with Croutons & Herbs

Second course:

Rotisserie Chicken with Potatoes, Mushrooms & Bacon or

Trofie with Spring Vegetables, Lemon Ricotta & Mint

Dessert:

House Made Ice Cream or Sorbet or Ricotta Cheesecake with Fruit Compote

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