At Gertrude's, chefs Wade Taylor, Doug Wetzel and myself shredded and packed several hundred pounds of firm, local, organic winter cabbage into barrels to slowly brine. Our official Kraut Mother, Bonnie North, who is also the head of Baltimore's Slow Food group, lovingly tends the kraut four to six weeks.
What is someone to do with all that kraut you may ask? We'll it's almost time for Gertrude's 6th Annual Krautfest. On the evenings of Friday, January 9th, and Saturday, 10th Gertrude's will be hosting its tribute to the infamous kraut of Baltimore. The event is being held for two nights this year. Last year's festival sold out and we had to turn away hundreds of hopeful kraut revelers.
We'll be serving up kraut everyway imaginable! And the dancing! We have one of the east coast's premiere polka bands, Joy of Maryland, on hand keeping everyone on their feet - whether they know how to polka or not! You might want to get your Krautfest tickets ASAP so that you don't miss out on all the food and fun.
Making of the Kraut for 2009
Wade, Doug & John:
"Oh my...How we love that cabbage - and have we got cabbage for days!"
Hey! There's no time for juggling Wade...
Time to get to work!
JOIN US ON THE 9th AND 10th OF JANUARY
from 6 to 9pm
AND ENJOY THE FRUITS OF ALL THIS LABOR & LOVE!
Krautfest 2009!
A New Baltimore Tradition
Growing in popularity every year, Krautfest is now taking over the restaurant for two nights!
On Friday, January 9 & Saturday, January 10, 2009, Gertrude's will celebrate the release of its homemade sauerkraut with a big party! Featuring dancing and live polka music with the acclaimed band "Joy of Maryland," the evening includes a full buffet, and a cash bar offering "Krautinis," seasonal German beers, and specialty vodkas.
Krautfest Buffet Menu Highlights
Roasted Beet Borscht & Kraut
Charcuterie Platter, including Binkert's Bavarian Brautwurst, Knackwurst, Weisswurst and Bauernwurst
Ostrowski's Kielbasa (plus Veggie Wursts!)
Sour Beef & Baby Dumplings
Pork Meatballs & Kraut
Kraut Stroganoff
Kraut Seitan with Garlic Spinach & Penne Pasta
Stuffed "Brined" Cabbage Leaves (meat and veggie)
Kraut-Braised Red Potatoes & Carrots
Krautfest Desserts
Grandma Wissman's (a.k.a. Gertie's Mom) Chocolate & Sauerkraut Cake
Caramelized Kraut Ice Cream... yes, ice cream!
Kraut Whoopie Pies
Tickets are $30 per person in advance, or $35 at the door.
Last year Kraufest sold out a week in advance, so don't delay!
Tickets are available for purchase in the restaurant, or by phone, 410 889 3399.
Sorry, no reservations can be made through OpenTable for Krautfest.
What is someone to do with all that kraut you may ask? We'll it's almost time for Gertrude's 6th Annual Krautfest. On the evenings of Friday, January 9th, and Saturday, 10th Gertrude's will be hosting its tribute to the infamous kraut of Baltimore. The event is being held for two nights this year. Last year's festival sold out and we had to turn away hundreds of hopeful kraut revelers.
We'll be serving up kraut everyway imaginable! And the dancing! We have one of the east coast's premiere polka bands, Joy of Maryland, on hand keeping everyone on their feet - whether they know how to polka or not! You might want to get your Krautfest tickets ASAP so that you don't miss out on all the food and fun.
Making of the Kraut for 2009
Wade, Doug & John:
"Oh my...How we love that cabbage - and have we got cabbage for days!"
Hey! There's no time for juggling Wade...
Time to get to work!
JOIN US ON THE 9th AND 10th OF JANUARY
from 6 to 9pm
AND ENJOY THE FRUITS OF ALL THIS LABOR & LOVE!
Krautfest 2009!
A New Baltimore Tradition
Growing in popularity every year, Krautfest is now taking over the restaurant for two nights!
On Friday, January 9 & Saturday, January 10, 2009, Gertrude's will celebrate the release of its homemade sauerkraut with a big party! Featuring dancing and live polka music with the acclaimed band "Joy of Maryland," the evening includes a full buffet, and a cash bar offering "Krautinis," seasonal German beers, and specialty vodkas.
Krautfest Buffet Menu Highlights
Roasted Beet Borscht & Kraut
Charcuterie Platter, including Binkert's Bavarian Brautwurst, Knackwurst, Weisswurst and Bauernwurst
Ostrowski's Kielbasa (plus Veggie Wursts!)
Sour Beef & Baby Dumplings
Pork Meatballs & Kraut
Kraut Stroganoff
Kraut Seitan with Garlic Spinach & Penne Pasta
Stuffed "Brined" Cabbage Leaves (meat and veggie)
Kraut-Braised Red Potatoes & Carrots
Krautfest Desserts
Grandma Wissman's (a.k.a. Gertie's Mom) Chocolate & Sauerkraut Cake
Caramelized Kraut Ice Cream... yes, ice cream!
Kraut Whoopie Pies
Tickets are $30 per person in advance, or $35 at the door.
Last year Kraufest sold out a week in advance, so don't delay!
Tickets are available for purchase in the restaurant, or by phone, 410 889 3399.
Sorry, no reservations can be made through OpenTable for Krautfest.