Spirit of Albany: Tri-City Martini

As part of our 2015 Spirit of Albany campaign, Reel Seafood Co. created this delicious cocktail!

The inspiration behind this colorful concoction?

The Tri-City Martini reflects the close association Albany has with the neighboring cities of Troy and Schenectady. The three layers in this cocktail represent the individuality of each city. Each layer adds something unique to the cocktail just like each distinct city makes up the Capital Region.

This fruity martini would be the perfect after dinner treat, or even an "after lunch on the beautiful patio" treat! Enjoy this drink at Reel Seafood Co. at 195 Wolf Road, Albany NY.

See the recipe and order your own 2015 Recipe Guide by visiting this page.

See how they create this layered drink in the "how-to" video:

Editor's note: We asked some of Albany’s best mixologists to create original cocktail recipes that embody the spirit of Albany, and we compiled those recipes into our 2015 Spirit of Albany Recipe Guide. (The ACCVB does not, in any way, condone drinking and driving so please designate a driver as we did for this series.)

Real Easy Deals for Early Birds at Reel Seafood Co.

Reel Seafood Co. recently developed a new Early Seating Menu which offers 3 delicious courses all for just $22 per person. The Early Seating Menu is available Mondays through Saturdays 4-5:30 PM and all day on Sundays. 

Seared Salmon

1st Course

SOUP DU JOUR

LINGUINI A LA VODKA

WARM MEDITERRANEAN BRUSCHETTA BREAD

HOUSE SALAD

   

2nd Course

Linguini with Clams

NORI CRUSTED TILAPIA FILET

with savory rice pilaf, vegetable du jour and hollandaise.

SEARED SALMON

with creamed spinach and chive créme fraîche.

LINGUINI WITH CLAMS

your choice of marinara or olive oil and garlic sauce.

PARMESAN CRUSTED BONELESS CHICKEN BREAST

Sliced Sirloin

with roasted garlic tomato "mash" and lemon beurre blanc.

SLICED SIRLOIN

with mashed potatoes and béarnaise.  

3rd Course

CLASSIC CHEESECAKE

with caramel drizzle.

HAZELNUT MOUSSE

Click here to see the menu on their website.

Take a fresh look at Reel Seafood

If you haven’t been to the Reel Seafood Co. on Wolf Road lately, it’s time to return. Since January, the restaurant has undergone a $1 million renovation, hired a new executive chef and extensively trained their staff on the new menu, and launched a new website, all under the leadership of the new owner and daughter of the founder, Aliki Serras.

Voted the #1 Seafood Restaurant by Capital Region Living, Reel Seafood offers guests the freshest seafood cuisine in the area.

The seafood is shipped in daily from the finest seafood purveyors and you'll know after your first bite that they mean fresh. From the ocean to your plate, Reel Seafood Co. demands perfection. You can count on Reel Seafood Co. to provide you with the freshest seafood in the Capital District.

Not a fan of seafood? Don’t worry, this impressive menu includes fresh seafood, quality meats, pasta dishes and homemade dessert.

Reel Seafood Co. is now offering Happy Hour 7-days a week. Stop in for $1 oysters and clams, drink specials, and amazing sushi and sashimi. Take a look at the new menu, read recent reviews, and plan your next visit at www.reelseafoodco.com.

Colonie Restaurant Week to be Held March 24-30!

It's that time of year again, when the snow finally begins to melt, the sun comes out, the birds chirp, and wonderful restaurant week opportunities pop up around the Capital Region. 17 popular Colonie eateries will participate in the upcoming Colonie Restaurant Week, taking place from March 24-March 30.

Colonie Restaurant Week is a week-long event highlighting the delicious and unique eateries in and around Colonie, N.Y. The week begins on Monday, March 24 and runs in participating restaurants until Sunday, March 30. Each restaurant will prepare a special 3-course meal for only $20.14.

Century House Restaurant, Grandma's Pies & Restaurant, Market Restaurant at the Albany Marriott, Portofino's Italian Ristorante, Reel Seafood Co, and Tala Bistro are among the many popular restaurants participating. You can find more information including menus and phone numbers, and addresses by clicking here.

Following this great event the Downtown Albany Business Improvement District will host the 10th Anniversary Downtown Albany Restaurant Week from April 2-11.