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NorthWest News & Review: On The Road Again: 38 Central Restaurant & Wine Ba...: Monday, February 6, 2012 By Steven Masone One of my favorite lunch and dinner restaurants in Southern Oregon is 38 Central Re...

On The Road Again: 38 Central Restaurant & Wine Bar

Monday, February 6, 2012

By Steven Masone





 


 One of my favorite lunch and dinner restaurants in Southern Oregon is 38 Central Restaurant & Wine Bar. Sacramento Catering and Napa Valley owners have become the premier Rogue Valley Restaurant & Wine Bar,


Straightforward American cuisine, with an emphasis on “Comfort Food Classics” done with a Chef’s perspective. We serve food that is fresh and carefully crafted, nothing reinvented, or overwrought, just well prepared, with excellent ingredients, and attention paid to the seasons. 


The service has always been excellent and the ownership are the hands on proprietorship tandem team of David Graham & Michael Kim Wolf, Proprietors
David and Michael have been friends for over a quarter of a century. They met, most appropriately, at a Sacramento restaurant where David worked as a server and Michael a busser. This is their first restaurant venture together, but certainly not the last.

David and Michael acquired 38 Central in the summer of 2008 because it was the ideal location to create their first restaurant together.
With its spectacular setting, skillfully executed “American Classics” menu, exciting wine and spirits list, gracious service, and extremely reasonable prices,38 Central is our version of the perfect neighborhood restaurant, a local gathering spot without pretense. So dress casually, bring friends and a healthy appetite. 

   David Graham

David and Michael acquired 38 Central in the summer of 2008 because it was the ideal location to create their first restaurant together.
With its spectacular setting, skillfully executed “American Classics” menu, exciting wine and spirits list, gracious service, and extremely reasonable prices,38 Central is our version of the perfect neighborhood restaurant, a local gathering spot without pretense. So dress casually, bring friends and a healthy appetite. We’ll see you soon.


The WineOur small, value-priced, but dynamic list focuses on Oregon, the greater Northwest, California and a few hidden gems from around the world: 30% is $30.00 or less, 67% is $40.00 or less, 35% is from Oregon, 85% is from the United States, and 15% is from the rest of the world. Many exciting new wines and hard to find selections (mostly from close friends here & in the Napa Valley)The BarA Premium Well (as defined by the Zagat/Drinkwell program) and Cocktail List featuring updated ‘Classic Cocktails’ made with Premium Spirits and Specialty Drinks that are innovative and, like our menu, made with the finest ingredients and attention paid to the seasons.

David Graham & Michael Kim Wolf, ProprietorsDavid and Michael have been friends for over a quarter of a century. They met, most appropriately, at a Sacramento restaurant where David worked as a server and Michael a busser. This is their first restaurant venture together, but certainly not the last.

David Graham, Director of Operations
David Graham started his food service experience in Napa as a line cook at the local Sizzler Restaurant in 1976 at the age of 17. He quickly became the youngest applicant accepted in the Sizzler Chain for management training. David continued to work in restaurants through college, ultimately partnering in the largest catering company in Sacramento. From there David furthered his culinary talents becoming the Senior Regional Director for Sodexho-Marriott, overseeing, managing and creating foodservice contracts throughout the Bay Area. David holds many awards and accolades including graduation from the CIA Executive Chef Continuing Education Graduate School in New York, past president and founding member of the Marin branch of the AHA, and community awards from each region he works in. David currently lives in Medford, Oregon and runs a family business manufacturing and distributing patented home and sewing goods throughout the world.

Michael Kim Wolf, Managing Partner
Michael has worked in the restaurant business since he was 17 years old and has managed restaurants for over 16 years. He came to the Napa Valley in 1992 to work at Mustards Grill as a manager and wine buyer. His first tour-of-duty as General Manager was at Betelnut PeJiu Wu, the now famous Asian “beer house” in San Francisco and, in its first year, a nominee for ‘Best New Restaurant in the United States’ by the James Beard Society. After returning to Napa in 1996, Michael has been General Manager at Pinot Blanc, Miramonte Restaurant & Café, and, returning for a third time, Mustards Grill where he was also Managing Partner from 2000 to 2005. In 2006, Michael accepted the position of Director of Operations for MARKET “An American Restaurant” in beautiful downtown Saint Helena. However, after a few visits here to see his good friend David, Michael could not deny the excellent opportunities that existed in   Medford and Jackson County or as Michael calls it “God’s back forty.”

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Rogue River - Upper Rogue River Crater Lake National Park to Gold Hill   Crater Lake National Park website.The World Famous Rogue River was designated one of the nations first Wild and Scenic Rivers by United States Congress in 1968. The Rogue River begins its 200-mile journey to the Pacific Ocean from crystal clear cold springs at the 6000 foot elevation on the west slope of Mount Mazama an ancient volcano now Crater Lake National Park. The Rogue River drainage is over 5000 square miles of Southwest Oregon. Starting in springs in the Cascade Mountains within Crater Lake National Park and flowing as a Wild and Scenic River westward through the dense Old Growth Forests of Douglas Fir in the Rogue River National Forest on its path Pacific Ocean. The Rogue River flows 75 miles west through old growth forests while passing through old logging and mining towns of Prospect, Trail, Shady Cove and Eagle Point before entering the Rogue River Valley near the cities of Medford and Central Point. This area is famous for its Spring King Salmon fishing May thru July and Summer Steelhead Fishing July thru November. Fly Fishing for Summer Steelhead is a favorite method. Our Guides and Outfitter members will help you have a successful fishing excursion. Whitewater Rafting is a favorite summer activity on the Scenic Rogue River. Our Whitewater Guides and Outfitters members can give you a safe fun Whitewater Rafting experience. Raft rentals are available for those wanting to go it on there own also. Area Lakes of Lost Creek, Applegate, Howard Prairie, Hyatt, Lake of the Woods, Fish Lake and Agate Lake offer camping and fishing opportunities. Several Jackson County and State Parks are nearby for camping and recreation.           Rogue River Summer Steelhead  Photo by Don Roberts The Upper Rogue River area will give the traveler a recreational choice of Salmon, Steelhead and Trout fishing, white water rafting, lakes, camping, hiking, golf, snow sports, shopping, music and theater. Medford Oregon The Greater Medford Oregon area, located in the Rogue River Valley, is the professional and retail trade center for eight counties in southern Oregon and northern California. The City of Medford, incorporated in 1905, is the seat of Jackson County. Medford's location helps it offer the professional and cultural activities of a metropolitan area in a city of just 63,154. Whether you visit Medford for business, to take advantage of its many cultural and recreational opportunities, or to visit family and friends, you will find a warm welcome here. Population Jackson County 2000: 181,269 / Medford 2000: 63,154 Ashland Oregon Ashland Oregon lies 15 miles north of the California border, in the foothills of a snowcapped peak, surrounded by mountains. Southern Oregon University is located there, as well as the world-renowned Shakespeare Festival. Ashland's population is comprised of both lifelong residents, solidly rooted in small-town living, and former metropolitan area residents looking for a more relaxed pace and a better quality of life.  Population: Ashland: 19,490 / Jackson County 2000: 181,269    Jacksonville Oregon Nestled in the beautiful foothills of the Siskiyou Mountains lies the city of Jacksonville. It has been hailed as one of the most historically significant communities in the western United States. Jacksonville is located less than 30 miles north of the California border and is easily accessible from Interstate 5. It sits in the countryside 5 miles west of Medford on the Jacksonville Highway, nestled against the foothills of the Siskiyou Mountains in Southern Oregon. General Information  The historic character of this 19th Century town and the colorful legends of the past are woven into the fabric of everyday life in Jacksonville, reflected in the architecture and historic landmarks that line the streets. Home to Britt Music Festival.

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