DRIFT invites you to an evening by the Gulf where the briny allure of locally
sourced oysters meets the refined elegance of expertly paired wines. Pearls & Grapes: A Wine & Oyster
Experience takes place on Tuesday, April 15, offering a light culinary journey that highlights the art of
aquaculture and coastal flavors.
Guests enjoy a guided tasting and educational presentation by Pensacola Bay Oyster Co., a company dedicated
to producing premium, homegrown Pensacola oysters while championing sustainable aquaculture and water
quality improvement.
Location: DRIFT, 41 Fort Pickens Rd, Pensacola Beach, FL – Second Floor
5:00 PM | Open Cash Bar & Hors d’oeuvres
6:00-7:00 PM | Pensacola Bay Oyster Co. Presentation & Tasting
Tasting Menu & Wine Pairings
Savor three distinct oyster preparations, thoughtfully paired with a complementary wine selection:
Fresh Shucked Raw– Topped with a green mango mignonette, served with cocktail sauce on the side |
Paired with Mira Me Cava
Crabmeat-Stuffed– Finished with a Sauvignon Blanc cream sauce | Paired with Cloudy Bay Sauvignon
Blanc
The Big Easy– Lightly battered with flour & sweet potato, topped with coconut citrus seabass and sweet
potato hash | Paired with Banfi Rosé Regale
Featured wines are available for purchase by the bottle at a special rate.
Limited seating is available and tickets for the evening can be purchased online at www.driftpcola.com and are
$66 (includes hors d’oeuvres, guided class, nine oysters per guest, three wine pairings, and gratuity. Tax & fees
are not included. Open cash bar is not included in ticket price.)
For more information, visit www.driftpcola.com or call (850) 733-7331