There are two great events on Thursday combining drink and food that have valley foodies licking their chops at the menus and beverages being offered. Both events offer creative combinations of food and drink that will surely please those who enjoy a good meal and excellent drink to go with it.

Thirsty Dog Beer Dinner at The Magic Tree Pub and Eatery at 6:30PM

Hosted by Thirsty Dog Co-Owner John Najeway

Course 1: Savory and Spicy Steamed Mussels paired with Irish Setter Red Ale

Course 2: Fresh Aracadian Greens with Pecans, Green Raisins and Feta Cheese paired with Raspberry Ale

Course 3: Sriracha and Barbecue Shrimp paired with Smoked Black Lager

Course 4: Pan Seared and Amber Apple Blackened Chicken with Citra Dog IPA

Course 5: Siberian Magic Lava Cake with Siberian Night Stout

The event is completely sold out. You might want to call or message The Magic Tree to see if anyone cancels and some spots open up.

Station Square and Valley Vino Discovery Series Wine Taste at 6:30PM

Wine 1: Cloud Line Pinot Gris

Appetizer: Parmesan Calimari, Entree: Haddock Napolitana

Wine 2: Buehler Russian River Valley Chardonnay

Appetizer: Fresh Ahi Tuna, Entree: Risoto Mare e Monti

Wine 3: Cinque Scudi Syrah

Appetizer: Suffed Hot Peppers, Entree: Old Fashioned Prime Short Ribs

Wine 4: Steel Wines "Outcast" Red Blend

Appetizer: Cajun Filet Tips, Entree: Colorado Lamb Chops

Wine 5: Shed Horn Cellars "Non Typical" RedBlend

Appetizer: Antipasto Platter, Entree: Lightly Charred Filet Mignon (cut by the OZ)

You can call Station Square or log on to http://www.myvalleyvino.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">www.myvalleyvino.com to make a reservation for this event.

It's cool to see two great events in one night for valley beer, wine and food enthusiasts. Kudos to The Magic Tree and Station Square Ristorante for their creativity and passion to provide quality events like these for us!