The West has a certain lore. And we’re inviting you to experience our version of it with (OUT) WEST, exploring the adventurous flavors of, and built at the intersection of, our favorite Wests.

This limited series will offer sittings across three iconic California locations, beginning with Half Moon Bay on September 16. 

The salty Pacific breeze set adrift at the vast Markegard Family Ranch will set the tone for an evening that will pair the culinary creativity of Chef Sebastien Pourrat, known for his contemporary stamp on the Basque dishes of western Spain and France, with the bold flavors of Westward Whiskey — conceived, aged in and inspired by the American Northwest.

On this one evening, our chef will prepare extraordinary tapas-style dishes outdoors, as he is known to do, using locally sourced ingredients and spices from The Spice House. It turns out, California — with its sun, its surf and its salty sea — aligns with the spirit and feel of Pourrat’s hometown in western France. 

Guests will also be introduced to or have the opportunity to get reacquainted with Westward Whiskey, whiskey built around process rather than tradition, served as artful cocktail pairings. This award-winning whiskey is brewed like a craft ale, distilled like a single malt and aged like a bourbon. And it will act as a bold sidekick to every basque bite. 

Gather around our table for a delicious family-style meal, bring friends and make new ones, and we’ll see you in Half Moon Bay. 

*The first 50 people to reserve a seat at (OUT) WEST will be entered for a chance to win a FINEX 10-inch cast iron grill and sear set ($430 value) — an ideal giveaway celebrating our collaboration with Westward Whiskey and Chef Sebastien, who relishes the thrill of crafted and creative cooking.

COCKTAILS

"Here Comes the Sun" | Westward Whiskey Original - peach liqueur - club soda - peaches - lemon - honey - herbs - mint

"Willamette Sour" | Westward Whiskey Pinot Noir Cask - simple syrup - lemon juice - egg white - pinot noir float

"Golden Hour Boulevardier" | Westward Whiskey Original - fino sherry - Cocchi Americano - lemon twist

Other beverage options, such as soft drinks, sparkling waters and Parch non-alcoholic agave cocktails, will be offered as part of the dinner ticket price. Outside alcohol is not permitted.

DINNER MENU

TAPAS

gazpacho | organic heirloom tomatoes | organic chive oil | espelette pepper | crispy iberico ham 

fingerling potatoes | pimenton de la vera infused yogurt | organic fresh herbs | boquerones 

PAN

pan con tomate 

sourdough grilled bread | crushed organic heirloom tomatoes | garlic | extra virgin olive oil | espelette salt 

ENSALADA

organic mixed lettuces | manzanilla olives | organic spring onions | piquillos | guindillas peppers | organic parsley | aged sherry vinegar dressing 

TACOS

basque cider braised markegard family pork shoulder tacos | lacto fermented organic red onion | pipparas

PAELLA MIXTA

saffron bomba rice | spanish chorizo | markegard family organic chicken | organic vegetables | monterey squids | gambas | navarra piquillo peppers

POSTRE

torta de santiago, pedro ximenez seared blackberries 

Saturday, September 16, 2023

Markegard Family Ranch

Half Moon Bay, California

6 p.m.

Location details will be shared with guests prior to the event

Basqueria is Chef Sebastien's culinary practice, which he exercises at a flagship restaurant in Malibu, at private dinners and pop-ups, through partnerships and with his own line of curated goods. 

IMPORTANT TO KNOW Please share dietary requests in the NOTE section upon checkout. We are happy to accommodate food allergies; religious restrictions; and vegan, vegetarian and pescatarian lifestyles. No substitutions allowed. Our chef team will create curated adjustments to the set menu as necessary.

TICKET PRICE IS PER PERSON If you'd like to be seated with another party that is not part of your reservation, please include the guest's name in the NOTE section when checking out. 

For gift purchases, please include the name and email (or address if you would prefer a physical certificate) of the recipient.

*Due to the nature of our experiences, we are not able to refund canceled seats. All seats are transferable! So, if life happens and you're unable to make it, please just give us a call with the new guest's information.

ALL GUESTS MUST BE 21+