The Versatile Blog Award

It turns out back on June 24th I was recognized with "The Versatile Blogger Award" by Artisan at Home, who has a great blog. This means a lot to know that people actually read my blog. 

Thanks Christian!

Draft Menu Take 2

Passed Food:

Broccoli Soup, Cheddar Crisp

Shrimp, Citrus, Cucumber, Grilled Jalapeno (On Toasted Baguette)

Crispy Flat Bread, Caramelized Onion, Parmesan, Ricotta, Lemon

Steamed Buns, Pork Belly, Cucumber, Carrot

1^st Course

Roasted and Raw Beets, Orange, Yogurt, Tarragon, Crispy Parsnip

Or

Butter Poached Oyster, Celery Root Puree, Pickled Celery, Celery Leaf Pesto

2^nd Course

Fresh Ravioli, Lemon Thyme Ricotta, Chorizo, Confit Cherry Tomato, Sherry Reduction, Micro Arugula

Or

Rutabaga Soup, Confit Chicken Leg, Curry, Pickled Turnips

3^rd Course

Seared Scallops, Jerusalem Artichoke Puree, Seared Maitake and Shitake Mushrooms, Tart Apple, Lemon Confit

Or

Seared Duck Breast, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Compressed Pear and Brussels Sprout Leaf Salad, Pear and Duck Jus

4^th Course

Braised Lamb Neck, Wilted Swiss Chard, Pickled Swiss Chard Stem, Grits

Or

Grilled Hanger Steak, Soy, Lime, Whiskey, Seared Bock Choy, Jicama Salad

5^th Course

Apple Ice Cream, Dry Caramel, Spiced Peanuts, Peanut Butter Tuile

6^th Course

Caramelized White Chocolate Cake, Salted Dark Chocolate Crumbs, Pineapple Sorbet, Thai Basil, Coconut Ganache

This is where the event is being held!

Draft Menu for Autism Speaks Event

Passed Food:

Broccoli Soup, Cheddar Crisp
Shrimp, Citrus, Cucumber, Grilled Jalapeno (On Toasted Baguette)
Wild Mushroom Arancini, White Truffle Aioli
Crispy Flat Bread, Caramelized Onion, Parmesan, Ricotta, Lemon
Steamed Buns, Pork Belly, Cucumber, Carrot, Lime

1^st Course

Roasted and Raw Beets, Orange, Yogurt, Tarragon, Crispy Parsnip

Or

Butter Poached Oyster, Celery Root Puree, Pickled Celery, Celery Leaf Pesto

2nd Course

Fresh Ravioli, Lemon Thyme Ricotta, Chorizo, Confit Cherry Tomato, Sherry Reduction, Micro Arugula

Or

Rutabaga Soup, Curry, Mascarpone, Slow Roasted Rutabaga

3^rd Course

Grilled Quail, Concord Grape and Red Wine Reduction, Confit Salsify, Pickled Grapes

Or

Pan-Seared Chicken Breast, Confit Leg, Morcilla Sausage, Potato Puree, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Béarnaise

4^th Course

Braised Lamb Neck, Wilted Swiss Chard, Pickled Swiss Chard Stem, Grits

Or

Grilled Hanger Steak, Soy, Lime, Whiskey, Seared Bock Choy, Jicama Salad

5^th Course

Apple Ice Cream, Dry Caramel, Spiced Peanuts, Peanut Butter Tuile

6^th Course

Caramelized White Chocolate Cake, Salted Dark Chocolate Crumbs, Pineapple Sorbet, Toasted Coconut, Coconut Ganache

What are your thoughts? I will post how I will make these dishes shortly.

Uproot

Sorry

I am sorry that I have not posted in a long time. I have been very occupied with school and work. Also, I am planning an event at Uproot Restaurant on November 15th for Autism Speaks. When it officially gets announced to the public I will talk more about it on my blog.