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Steve Bruere and Alan Busacca met in 2016 during a chance introduction while collaborating on a large agricultural asset outside of Walla Walla.  Alan was retained to evaluate the potential to convert a portion of the farm to wine grapes and Steve was engaged as the real estate broker to oversee the sale of the property. Immediately a strong friendship formed between Alan and Steve as they bonded through their love of land and fine wine. Alan, a West Coast native, has a rich understanding of the Pacific Northwest through his career as a soil scientist, geologist, researcher and teacher at Washington State University, and now viticultural consultant. As an Iowa farm boy and life-long entrepreneur, Steve has been deeply entrenched in agriculture, real estate, and business. Alan’s understanding of viticulture and soils coupled with Steve’s real estate, marketing, and business expertise create a dynamic partnership.  As Steve began to build his real estate business in the Pacific Northwest, Alan was pleased to feed his imagination with the potential of the region and share its amazing wines, culture, and vineyards. After showing Steve his vineyard located in the Columbia Gorge AVA near The Dalles, Oregon and detailing his vision for its development, Alan asked Steve to join him as a partner in Windhorse Vineyard. Steve, with a knack for both farming and real estate immediately understood the opportunity and became Alan’s partner to see the vision of developing Windhorse into a world class vineyard. Throughout the development of Windhorse and the addition of a second estate vineyard in the Oregon portion of the Walla Walla Valley AVA, Wheatfield Vines Vineyard, Alan and Steve quickly learned the lesson that many in the wine industry know too well. To make a small fortune in the wine business, you must first start with a large fortune. This principle became the flagship and foundation of Capital Call Vintners founded by Alan and Steve’s wife, Nikki. Just as the story has deepened and become richer over the years, so too has this friendship and their commitment to making great wines. To share the Capital Call Vintners’ story and bring a taste of the Pacific Northwest to Iowa, Steve and Nikki established the Mercantile, a unique wine and cocktail bar in Cumming, Iowa. The Mercantile is part of the Middlebrook Agrihood, a development that honors the agricultural legacy of Iowa by integrating farming into the daily life of residents and visitors. WALLA WALLA TASTING ROOM
11 N 2nd Avenue, Walla Walla, WA 99362 MIDDLEBROOK MERCANTILE 4125 Cumming Avenue, Cumming, IA 50061 WINDHORSE VINEYARD 5698 Mill Creek Road, The Dalles, OR 97058 capitalcallvintners.com  Double Mountain's fan-favorite Heirloom Tomato Pizza Pie Double Mountain’s Heirloom Tomato Pizza Pie is back at all three taprooms, just in time for heirloom season. This seasonal favorite highlights the best local produce, available only for a limited time.
Backwoods Brewing is hosting its annual Cornhole Tournament this Friday, August 23rd, at 5:30 PM. Compete for prizes and enjoy a laid-back evening. To sign up, call the Carson pub at 509.427.3412. The Working Hands Fermentation Concert Series continues this Friday with live music and drink specials—perfect for a relaxed night out. Crush Cider celebrates its 9th anniversary this Saturday, August 24th, from noon to 9 PM. Expect a full menu, house-made gorditas, cider cocktails, and live music with dancing in the cider garden. The Mercado del Valle in Odell wraps up its season with two final market days: August 22nd and September 5th, from 5-7 PM. Don’t miss your last chance to grab fresh produce and local goods before the market closes for the year. Thank you for following along and be sure to tag Hood River Eats in your photos on social media and message us with anything you would like us to post in the future!  Riverside Hood River has brought back their Cioppino dish. This week in the Gorge is packed with delicious events!
At Grasslands Barbecue, don’t miss the Philly Cheesesteak special this Friday. This sandwich features sliced tri-tip, peppers and onions, and smoked queso. There are only two Fridays left this year to enjoy it! Also, save the date for the Second Annual Swamplands Party on September 7, featuring an all-Cajun menu, live music, vinyl tunes, and craft beers from 3-8 PM. For Oktoberfest fans, mark your calendar for September 21, when Grasslands teams up with pFriem Family Brewers for a special beer release and a party with smoked meats, axe throwing, stein races, and more! Over at Working Hands Fermentation, this weekend's special is the Loco Moco—a savory beef patty on rice with brown gravy, a fried egg, and green onions. Available through Sunday, it’s the perfect hearty meal. Analemma Wines is offering a delightful pairing this weekend! Enjoy a glass of Petit Manseng and receive a free slice of Petit Manseng cake with rosemary, citrus, and pine nuts. Also, take advantage of their August deal with two-for-one tastings. You can book your tasting through the link in their bio and bring a friend. Riverside Hood River has brought back their Cioppino! This comforting dish features cod, clams, shrimp, and veggies in a rich tomato-anise broth, served with grilled focaccia. Finally, Le Doubblé Troubblé Wine Co. is hosting a pizza party on August 24 at 5 PM, featuring pies from StovePipe Sourdough Pizza will be served until 8 PM or until it’s all gone, so arrive early! Thank you for checking out our blog for the latest updates on all the tasty happenings around the Gorge! By Registered Dietitian Sarah Harper  When Life Gives You Lemon Cucumbers, Make Lemon Cucumber Salad When it comes to easy summer salads, this Lemon Cucumber Salad stands out with its bright flavors and crunchy texture. You can play around with the shapes of the veggies—slice the lemon cucumbers into rounds, half moons, or even chop them into bite-sized pieces. If you don’t have lemon cucumbers, English or Persian cucumbers are a good substitute. While this simple salad is delightful on its own, you can enhance it with feta or goat cheese, fresh summer produce such as sliced salad turnips and radishes, or fresh herbs like basil, mint, parsley, or dill. Enjoy this salad as an appetizer with crunchy crostini, a topper for hearty, veggie-packed summer grain bowls, or pair as a side dish with grilled chicken, tofu, or smoked salmon. Lemon Cucumber Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette Recipe Time: 20-25 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients: 3 cups diced lemon cucumbers ½ cup sliced cherry tomatoes 2 tbsp green onions 3-4 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp honey 1 tsp Dijon mustard ½ tsp kosher salt Fresh cracked pepper to taste Optional: 1 tsp lemon zest Instructions: Prepare Lemon Cucumber Salad In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, sliced cherry tomatoes, and fresh green onions. Prepare Lemon Vinaigrette In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest (if using), Dijon mustard, and honey. Season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper to taste. Combine and Marinate Pour the prepared lemon vinaigrette over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring the cucumber slices are well coated with the dressing. Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld. Serve Serve chilled, and enjoy your refreshing Lemon Cucumber Salad! Sarah Harper is a Registered Dietitian, creator, and one of many eaters behind The Addy Bean. She is also an avid hiker, a registered yoga instructor, and a former nursing home dietitian. Based in Hood River, Oregon, Sarah lives with her husband Jacob, her dog Huey and her blog’s namesake – her cat Adeline.
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