Monday’s Yappy Hour postponed

 

As much as we love our furry friends, no one likes a wet dog.

Due to a 94% chance of rain, we have postponed tonight’s Yappy Hour.

 

 

Moving forward, Yappy Hour takes place every Sunday this summer from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

 

Yappy Hour

On Monday, June 10, from 4 p.m. till 8 p.m., we will be hosting our first ever “Yappy Hour,” a canine friendly cocktail party in the newly constructed rear garden patio.

Yappy Hour will be hosted by Groucho, a 15 lbs. rescue terrier who was returned to the shelter three times before becoming a member of the Confectionery family.

“It’s hard work taking care of our humans and sometimes we dogs need a break,” said Groucho, through a translator. “Finally, there’s an event in the Capital Region for the cosmopolitan canine to relax and unwind with fine water and gourmet treats for the sophisticated palate.”

At “Yappy Hour,” pooches, hounds and pups will enjoy a complimentary canine “charcuterie” and liver-infused water. Doggie dates will enjoy wine and beer specials.

Dog owners and their sociable furry pals can enter the garden patio through the Franklin Street Alley entrance (off Broadway). Each Yappy Hour party is asked to donate $10 to support local animal rescue organizations.

SCHEDULE

After the inaugural Monday, June 10 launch, Yappy Hour will be every Sunday this summer from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

    Monday, June 10, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.*

    Sunday, June 16, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.*

    Sunday, June 23, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.*

    Sunday, June 30, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.*

    * Weather permitting for all events

Kermit Lynch Wine Appreciation Class

The Berkely California-based Kermit Lynch Wine Imports is hosting a wine appreciation class at The Confectionery on Wednesday, June 5th.

$30 / per person includes a taste of each wine selection with small plates food, presented by Winebow Distributors and the Kermit Lynch staff. Details are as follows:

Tickets available here:

Wine Appreciation Class

On Wednesday, May 15th from 6:00pm to 8:30pm join our guest wine professional, Ron Ross of Weygandt Selections, on a tour of eight warm weather wines that shine like the sun.

Cost for the event is $30 per person, which includes a 3-ounce pour of each wine
selection and small plate foods. Guests will receive a “passport for wine pours” to use for your future reference.

You may stop by the Confectionery to sign up, or click here to purchase online:

The Life of Lucas Confectionery

Charles F. Lucas shows up in the 1863 Troy City Directory as a confectioner and was located at 113 Congress Street. His business was there and he lived there, as well.

In 1865 he moved his store and residence to 63 Congress Street.

In 1867, the Charles F. Lucas Confectioner and Ladies’ Restaurant is listed at 12 Broadway. His shop and home were at 12 Broadway until 1872, when he moved his shop to 35 Congress St and his home to 12 Second Street.

By 1873 he’d moved the confectionery into 12 Second Street and stayed there until he passed away in 1887. His son-in-law took over the business, followed by his head baker later on.

In 1863 when he first opened, Charles F. Lucas was one of 11 confectioners in the Troy area.

By the time he died, he was one of 48 confectioners listed in the directory.

Information courtesy of The Troy Public Library

Middlebury Blue

Reblogged from Cheese Board Confessions:

Middlebury Blue from Blue Ledge Farm is a raw cow blue
that covers both sides of two important coins. 
It is mellow but grassy and creamy but crumbly.
Middlebury Blue is a great partner for many things;
from fresh pears to crisp leafy greens to (my personal favorite) maple bacon.

Oh yes. Don't those tubular veins just make you swoon?!

Middlebury Blue, now available at the Confectionery

Savory Bread Pudding

If you mention bread pudding, most folks think of dessert.

At the Confectionery, we’re excited about the savory version of this classic dish.

Stop in to check out our savory bread pudding, loaded with Placid Baker Bread, red peppers, onions, shiitake and Hen of the Wood mushrooms.

 

Topped with Vermont Creamery Butter and Parmesan cheese. Available for a limited time.

Caveman Blue

Reblogged from Cheese Board Confessions:

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It makes perfect sense to start this blog off by featuring my current favorite cheese:
Caveman Blue from Rogue Creamery in Central Point Oregon.

Made from (rBST free) raw cows milk
and aged a minimum of six months in lime stone walled caves;
it's golden glow and deep blue-green veins scream funky.
However, this blue is anything but.

Lacking the intense saltiness of a typical blue,

Read more… 77 more words

Cheesemonger Beckie on Caveman Blue

Chloe Creek coming to Troy

We are pleased to announce that locally-owned, award-winning Chloe Creek Pinot Noir is now available at the Confectionery.

Clifton Park residents Kim and Bill Comiskey own Chloe Creek Vineyards, located in California’s Russian River Valley.

On Wednesday, March 13 from 7-p.m., Bill and Kim will be on hand at the Confectionery to discuss the winemaking process, officially kicking off their addition to the Confectionery family.

Chloe Creek Pinot Noir is now available for $8 for a 3oz. pour, or $16 per glass.

Lisa Loeb and The Confectionery – All Over Albany

This just in, from our friends at All Over Albany:

Later this month Lisa Loeb is coming to Troy Savings Bank Music Hall.

All Over Albany has tickets to the show — and a $50 gift certificate to the nearby Charles F. Lucas Confectionery and Wine Bar. And we’re giving them away. Maybe to you.

The Lisa Loeb show at the Troy Music Hall is March 23 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $27

To participate in the drawing, check out All Over Albany.