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La Boucherie

perez — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:17:15 +0000

On Friday, February 3, 2012, Mr. Rain’s will bring the Cajun custom of “La Boucherie” to Baltimore with a special five-course Pig tasting and Whiskey pairing

Mr. Rain’s Fun House will host its second annual Pork and Whiskey dinner in honor of the Southern Louisiana tradition of “La Grand Boucherie,” the communal butchering of the pig. Chef Bill Buszinski will serve a five-course Pig tasting menu.

Five Course Tasting Menu: 55.00

First course Scrapple & Eggs Housemade head cheese & quail egg

Second Course Seared Pork Belly Chicharrón & cheddar grits

Third Course Jagerwurst {Hunter Sausage} Housemade sauerkraut

Fourth Course Suckling Pig in Duck Fat Brussels sprouts, mushroom gastrique

Fifth Course Bacon & Egg Ice Cream

We are also featuring American Whiskies selected by Mixologist Perez Klebahn, which guests will have the opportunity to sample neat or in a crafted cocktail. The whiskies are designed to pair with each of the the courses for the tasting menu, though any of the whiskies from this menu can be ordered throughout the evening. These are priced ala carte between $8 to $14 depending on the preparation.

The Whisk{e}y Menu

First Course Old Overholt Rye Whiskey {KY} Neat / Sazerac / Old Pal / Manhattan

Second Course George Dickel Tennessee Whisky {TN} Neat / Old Fashioned / Manhattan / Lion’s Tail

Third Course Death’s Door White Whisky {WI} Neat / Old Fashioned / Manhattan / Ward Eight

Fourth Course Balcones True Blue Whiskey {TX}Neat / Old Fashioned / Manhattan / Smash

Fifth Course Clear Creek Distillery McCarthy’s Single Malt {OR} Neat / Manhattan / Scaffa / Rusty Nail

Reservations for this event are not required, but they are highly recommended. To make a reservation, visit Open Table or call 443-524-7379.

Baltimore Restaurant Week – Winter 2012

perez — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 01:35:08 +0000

Winter session is in. January 20th through January 29th, Mr. Rain’s Fun House will host a Baltimore Restaurant Week Menu.

MRFH will feature a three course prix fixe menu in addtion to a la carte dinner options.

See the full menu here.

Meet the Artist: Dana Ellyn

perez — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:22:21 +0000

On January 12, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. Mr. Rain’s Fun House will continue its rotating “Meet the Artist” series with a new exhibition featuring local DC Painter Dana Ellyn. Ellyn will host a free lecture at the restaurant to discuss her works and the philosophy behind her unique style, which includes a focus on visual storytelling and social critiques. Visitors will have the opportunity to engage in a dialogue with Ellyn about the exhibit, which will run at the restaurant through February 2012.

Mr. Rain’s Fun House will welcome Dana Ellyn as the first artist in the 2012 “Meet the Artist” series. Ellyn has been painting professionally for nearly a decade since leaving a corporate position in 2002. Her work is exemplified by a risk-taking vision, strong content, and colorful critiques of social norms, straddling the line between social realism and expressionism. Ellyn works with a variety of materials such as watercolor, ink, newspaper, acrylic, and canvas and strives to infuse more emotion and meaning into each new painting she creates.

Mr. Rain’s will be extending its “Starving Artist Happy Hour” until 7:30PM on the installation’s opening night. Guests can relax with a beer ($3), glass of wine ($5), or one of Mixologist Perez Klebahn’s renowned “Elixir” cocktails ($7) while enjoying the discourse and artwork.

Dana Ellyn’s art lecture at Mr. Rain’s Fun House will take place on January 12, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. The event has no cover and is open to the public. No reservations are required (though reservations for dinner are recommended). Ellyn’s works will be on display at the restaurant through February 2012. Mr. Rain’s “Starving Artist Happy Hour” is offered weekly, Tuesday through Friday, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

To make a reservation for dinner or for more information about the restaurant, visit Open Table or call 443-524-7379.

Ring in the New Year at Mr. Rain’s Fun House!

perez — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:51:19 +0000

Mr. Rain’s Fun House will be hosting New Year’s Eve dinner December 31, 2011 with two seatings during the evening.

Early Seating: 6PM to 7:30PM

Three courses for $40 with optional wine pairing for $25.

Late Seating: 9PM to 10:30PM {includes complimentary glass of sparkling wine for a midnight toast & fireworks provided by the city of Baltimore}

Five courses for $65 with optional wine pairing for $40.

Early Seating Menu

Amuse Bouche

Apple Gala apples, celery sorbet, sparkling cider

First Course (choose one)

Beet Salad Cherry Glen Monocacy Ash flan

Bison Tartare cranberry relish

Trout Pastrami Cherry Glen ricotta, trout roe

Second Course (choose one)

Wild Boar Chop Woodear & Shiitake mushrooms, smoked barley

Seared Pheasant Breast black eyed pea cassoulet

Cream Poached Monkfish Mandarin foam, white asparagus, parsnips

Third Course

Creme Brulee Napoleon caramel sauce

Late Seating Menu

Amuse Bouche

Apple Gala apples, celery sorbet, sparkling cider

First Course (choose one)

Lobster coconut pearls, blood orange syrup

Foie Gras Torchon Manchego soup, Manchego crisp

Second Course (choose one)

Beet Salad Cherry Glen Monocacy Ash flan

Bison Tartare cranberry relish

Trout Pastrami Cherry Glen ricotta, trout roe

Third Course (choose one)

Oysters Rockefeller Gruyère, anise butter

Roasted Bone Marrow parsley salad, garlic

Fourth Course (choose one)

Wild Boar Chop Woodear & Shiitake mushrooms, smoked barley

Seared Pheasant Breast black eyed pea cassoulet

Cream Poached Monkfish Mandarin foam, white asparagus, parsnips

Fifth Course

Creme Brulee Napoleon caramel sauce

Prohibition Ends At Last!

perez — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 22:04:51 +0000

On Sunday, December 4, 2011, celebrate your right to tipple as Mr. Rain’s Fun House presents its first annual Repeal Day dinner. Chef Bill Buszinski & Beverage Director Perez Klebahn will bring you back to the Roaring Twenties with a tasting menu inspired by the era.

Five Course Tasting Menu: 65.00

First course Oysters Rockafeller Gruyère, anise butter

Second Course Lobster Heart of palm, passion fruit ganache, coconut pearls

Third Course Rabbit Pancetta Parsnip puree, carrot chips, lavendar cream

Fourth Course Short Ribs in Root Beer Cure Vanilla & Graftin cheddar au gratin, glazed fennel

Fifth Course Baked Alaska Cotton candy

We are also featuring Prohibition Era cocktails and modern interpretations of the same. The cocktails are designed to pair with each of the the courses for the tasting menu, though any of the drinks from this menu can be ordered throughout the evening. These are priced ala carte.

The Cocktail Menu

First Course French 75 Plymouth gin, fresh lemon juice, sparkling wine and
“French 75″ Soju, yuzu juice, black sugar syrup, sparkling sake

Second Course Sidecar Cles de Duc cognac, Cointreau orange liqueur, fresh citrus and
“Sidecar” Osborne “Bailen” dry oloroso sherry, Luxardo orange liqueur, coconut tincture, fresh citrus

Third Course Negroni Martin Miller’s gin, Carpano Antica Formula sweet vermouth, Campari and “Negroni” Hayman’s Old Tom gin, Dimmi Liquore de Milano, Dolin vermouth de Chambéry blanc, lavendar bitters

Fourth Course Sazerac Old Overholt rye whisk{e}y, Peychaud’s bitters, Angostura bitters, Herbsaint and “Sazerac” Copper Fox rye whisk{e}y, Varnelli Amaro Sibilla, vanilla syrup, absinthe foam

Fifth Course Mary Pickford Flor de Cana white rum, housemade grenadine, pineapple juice, brandied cherries and “Mary Pickford” Almond infused Prichard’s rum, housemade pineapple liqueur,
cherry bitters

Live music from the Jazz Age will entertain you during the evening. Doors open at 6pm with complimentary canapés with one seating at 7pm.

To make a reservation, visit Open Table or call 443-524-7379.

The Trick or Treat Brew Ball

perez — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 21:28:34 +0000

On Monday, October 31, from 6 pm to 10 pm, gather at the Fun House for an autumnal inspired 5 course dinner. Each course will be paired with a selection of fine crafted domestic and imported brews. The tasting menu will be available in the dining room and at the bar.

One. Apple Sausage fennel “sauerkraut”

Two. Seared Scallop Brussels sprouts, carrot & vanilla nage

Three. Grilled Beef Heart onions, poblano, cocoa chili sauce

Four. Turducken potato pavé, cranberry & foie gras compote

Five. Pumpkin Sponge Cake cream cheese mousse, salted caramel macaron

{Costumes are strongly encouraged}

Award winning Australian artist Christalene Karaiskakis will be body painting model Joanna Tiger. Come and watch the transformation take place before your very eyes. The painting will start at 9:00PM. Come in for the five course dinner, or come in later for drinks at the bar to watch the show. Anyone who would like to be painted by Christalene after the show is welcome to do so for a fee: 20.00 for face, 30.00 for face and arm, and 50.00 for torso.

The Tariff

$45 for the common living.

$40 for the immortal, doppelgänger, resurrected or make-believe.

To make a reservation, visit Open Table or call 443-524-7379.

Free Fall at the AVAM

perez — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 21:52:52 +0000

Wed. October 26 • 10am–6pm
Free Admission!

In celebration of AVAM’s newest exhibition, ALL THINGS ROUND: Galaxies, Eyeballs & Karma and the ever-popular FREE FALL Baltimore, the American Visionary Art Museum opens its doors for FREE admission to the museum all day on Wednesday, October 26!

Stop by Mr. Rain’s Fun House and treat yourself to a three course meal from our Business Class prix fixe menu. Choose an hors d’oeuvre, an entree and a dessert for only 20.00.

Meet The Artist: Mariam Cooper

perez — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 19:30:37 +0000

Tonight! Join us this evening at Mr. Rain’s Fun House for a special “Meet The Artist” series debut. From 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm we will be featuring our Starving Artist happy hour menu, with specials on both food and beverage. From 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Mariam Cooper will be showing her work. We hope to see you there!

MRFH presents a very special Chef’s Tasting Menu

perez — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 17:01:52 +0000

On Friday, October 7th, the American Visionary Art Museum’s seventeenth annual, thematic mega-exhibition ALL THINGS ROUND: Galaxies, Eyeballs & Karma will be debuting. For the premiere weekend, Chef Buszinski will offer a chef’s tasting menu inspired by the harvest season and new exhibit beginning Thursday October 6th.

Menu price: 35.00 for 3 courses, 40.00 for 4 courses, and 45.00 for 5 courses.

Hors D’Oeuvres

Caviar crème fraiche & blini

Choptank Oysters Bloody Mary

Waldorf Salad Bibb lettuce, apple butter, walnuts

Kabocha Squash Soup pumpkin seed brittle

Spicy Squid Salad fried chickpeas

Maple Leaf Farms Duck Confit potato pavé, maple & vanilla gastrique

Grilled Beef Heart onions, poblano, cocoa chili sauce

Entrees

Seared Tofu grits, Grafton cheddar, Swiss chard

Scallops Brussels sprouts, Jamon Serrano, celery root

Granola Encrusted Venison yellow beets, okra, Michelada sauce

Dessert

Pumpkin Sponge Cake cream cheese mousse, caramel

Apple Cheese Cake ginger snap streusel, cinnamon crème anglaise, caramel apples

Coffee Stout Cake allspice butter pecan ice cream, ginger pear compote

To make a reservation, visit Open Table or call 443-524-7379.

Business Class {a} Mr. Rain’s Fun House

perez — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 21:13:50 +0000

Mr. Rain’s Fun House is premiering the Business Class Lunch Menu today. The Business Class Prix Fixe is 20.00 for three courses and will be available from 11:30am – 3:00pm, Tuesday through Friday.

In a time crunch? Call ahead to place your order.

First course

Pear Soup Bartlett pears, blue cheese, sage

Lumpia Chicken spring roll, sweet chili sauce

Second Course
Choice of fries or slaw

Lamb Burger Olive & mint mayo

Ruby Trout Sandwich Bacon, L & T, ancho mayo, farmhouse white

Black Eyed Pea Cakes Chow chow relish

Pheasant Sausage, Wild Boar Sausage, or Kobe Hot Dog
Choose a Link or Dog and Choose Your Toppings

Korean: Kimchi, sriracha
German: Sauerkraut, Dijon mustard
Classic American: Chili, onions

Third course

Coffee Stout Cake Allspice butter pecan ice cream, ginger pear compote, honey tuille

Chocolate Hazelnut Dacquoise Rice crispies, hazelnut meringue, dark chocolate crémeaux

To make a reservation, visit Open Table or call 443-524-7379.