Berries in Kentucky

Better be picking all the berries that you can grab as the season is on the downward cycle in Kentucky. There are still plenty of fresh berries to be found at local farmers markets or you can pick your own at many of the U-pick farms. Berries are very versatile as they can be used to make wine, cobblers and even garnishment on plates. This is "farm to table" in it's pure form.

Satisfying Wedding Parties

Perhaps one of the most satisfying of events at AZUR is happy wedding parties. We are honored that so many wedding rehearsal dinners and receptions select AZUR for their special day. From the time we are contacted to the time the last guest leaves, we attend to the details so the entire group (bride, groom, parents, relatives and friends) can just enjoy the moment. There's only one opportunity to "get it right" but that's where professional kitchen and service staff shine. It's part of the daily AZUR experience.

What is a Patio?

AZUR restaurant & patio knows the definition of a "patio". It is defined as a courtyard; especially: an inner court open to the sky. Many establishments claim a patio by adding tables and chairs to a sidewalk or covered area adjacent to their building but they really aren't patios. We take great pride in our 2,500 sq. ft. patio with trees, flowers, bushes and dried laid bricks & walls. AZUR (a blue sky) coupled with patio (a courtyard open to the sky) means alfresco serenity.

Location: One of AZUR's Greatest Surprises

One of the greatest surprises of the AZUR experience is the shock people experience when they drive into Beaumont Centre and see that we are located in a row of store fronts (aka strip mall or center). Then they enter into the restaurant and their perception immediately changes. "Looks are deceiving! From the outside, you think 'strip mall space'. Then this new world opens up on the inside including huge covered patio area." AZUR has enjoyed many visitor comments from all of the country that echo this guest comment. We must confess that we proudly relish this "shock" factor.

Ceviches and Tiraditos on AZUR Summer Menu

For the AZUR summer menu, we have added a section of ceviches and tiraditos. These lighter dishes are seafood dishes marinated in citrus. According to Executive chef Jeremy Ashby, the tiradito is very similar in style, the designation tiradito describes a thin sliver of seafood and does not have the harsh onion slices or flavor that most ceviches do. The scallop option on our menu is a prime example of a tiradito. By the way, July is a great time to sample both during our Social Sunday offering which promotes slowing down this summer to be social. See web site or Facebook for details. www.azurrestaurant.com or AZUR restaurant on Facebook under Events.

AZUR Closed for July 4th

We're winding down tonight and the restaurant will be silent on Saturday, July 4th as we observe the birth of America; however, we'll be working behind the scenes. Running a seven day a week operation doesn't give one much time to work on the extraneous so we like to take these opportunities to give AZUR some special attention. Things that our guests don't normally notice but we do. Have a great celebration day and we'll see you on Sunday for Social Sunday. Info available on the AZUR web site www.azurrestaurant.com

Why the name - AZUR restaurant & patio?

First, we did not want to emphasis "bar" or "pub" in the name. AZUR is always fine dining first. Quality and innovation is our mission. AZUR is...a restaurant that also has serves spirits not a bar that happens to sell food. And secondly, we wanted to draw attention to our very large landscaped patio from day one because at the time we opened Lexington, Kentucky was in the process of implementing a smoking ban for all public places including restaurants. Since we used "patio" in our name, AZUR has seen others copy the naming practice.