Chef Ludger at Szmania’s is offering a cooking class on Wednesday, March 25 starting at 6:30p.m. 

It’s been a few years since guests have had the chance to sit in the exhibition kitchen-side seats to learn Ludger’s favorite recipes and tricks of the trade.  You will get a chance to learn and then dine on the menu that includes Spinach & Crab Dumplings, Ruby Red Trout with Golden Beets and Roasted Leg of Lamb. 

The cost of the class is $55 per person plus tax or gratuity. Sign up now since there are only 12 spots in the class. You can also bring your dull Chef knives and Ludger will sharpen them for you.

Information on how to register here.

If you are looking for a good thanksgiving dinner in Magnolia we have two options for you.  

Szmania’s is offering an a la carte menu that includes Roast Turkey with Giblet Gravy, Sage Bread Stuffing, Autumn Vegetables, Brussel Sprouts, Yams and Cranberry-Orange Relish for $27.  There is also a complete turkey dinner for kids 12 & under for $22 including  a salad &  special dessert.  Other menu items available that day include New York Steak, Alaskan Coho Salmon, Jager Schnitzel & Butternut Squash Risotto plus lots of traditional side dishes, appetizers and Pumpkin Pie by Grandma Irene. 

Szmania’s is open from 1pm to 7pm and they have room for families large and small.  For reservations call (206) 284-7305. 

Palisade is also open on Thanksgiving with a traditional turkey dinner that includes Free-range Turkey with rich Apple-Sausage Stuffing, Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potato Soufflé, brown butter glazed vegetables and pineapple-cranberry relish for $32.  They also have Thanksgiving desserts including Pumpkin Pie and Pumpkin Caramel Cheesecake. They are also offering their traditional menu including lots of seafood and steak entrees such as Australian Rock Lobster Tail, Rotisserie Prime Rib, Filet Mignon, Cedar Plank Roasted Wild Salmon and Miso Butterfish.

Palisade is open from 1pm to 8pm on Thanksgiving.  For reservations call (206) 285-1000.   

The Dine Around Seattle event, formerly known as 25 for $25, is happening this month and Magnolia’s own Szmania’s is one of the participating restaurants.  This is the seventh year for this bi-annual event that brings together Seattle area restaurants that offer a three course meal for a special price.  

 
This year Dine Around Seattle has thirty participating restaurants-including Szmania’s. During the month of November you can dine at any of them on Sunday through Thursday night and enjoy a three course meal for $30. This includes your choice of an appetizer, entrée, and dessert but remember that you pay extra for any beverages plus the tax and tip. Click here to see the menu that Szmania’s is offering this year. Reminder that Szmania’s is closed on Monday night.
 
You can get information and menus for all participating restaurants at www.dinearoundseattle.org. 

New this year is the addition of the Secret Diner who will visit each of the 30 restaurants secretly and post reviews on the website.  

Looking for a way to celebrate Oktoberfest?

Szmania’s got you covered with a “Sip & Dip” on October 2. What is a “Sip and Dip” you ask? We wondered too. Szmania’s says it’s will be a multiple-wine and beer tasting paired with three small-plate courses by Chef Ludger served family style.

Sounds pretty good especially because the menu includes Szegedinger Gulasch, Pork & Sauerkraut Soup with spiced Paprika and Crème Fraiche, Smoked Trout with crisp Apple & Horseradish Salad and Spätbungenden braised Beef Roulade stuffed with Pork Sausage & Pickles paired with beer and wines.

The cost is $32 per person (not including tax & gratuity) and pre-paid reservations are necessary. If the menu makes your mouth water call now because space is limited to 35 guests.  Visit the website for reservations.

Szmania’s (American)
www.szmanias.com
3321 W McGraw St (map)
Seattle, WA 98199
(206) 284-7305

Gladys and Abner: We think this is by the far the nicest restaurant in Magnolia. It is owned and run by long time residents Julie and Ludger Szmania and they do a wonderful job. Perfect for a drink at the bar or a very nice dinner. They also have lots of specials reflecting the seasons of the year. We highly recommend it!

DineAroundSeattle.com: “…The first impression we had upon entering Szmania’s was warm and friendly. I’m happy to report the feeling never wavered during our stay.”

CitySearch.com: “…but every bite of every course (3 courses for $25.00, limited time offering) was delicious and the best deal in town.”

NWSource.com: “The confidence exuded by the waitstaff, the concentration exhibited by the cooks and the obvious enthusiasm of the customers are proof that Szmania’s is a restaurant at the top of its game.”

(103 votes, average: 3.12 out of 5)

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