8.16.11

Your first experience with figs was more than likely the same as mine, in
the center of a Fig Newton.  Some of us liked them and most of us didn't.
Whether your in the did or did not like figs camp, a fresh Mission fig, is
such a glorious departure from it's dried version that you absolutely must
try one.  Mission figs have a very thin skin and silky-sweet flesh that
melts in your mouth.  Currently in season through September, they are a
precious treat that we love to showcase.  This month we are pairing fresh
Mission figs with some lovely partners on a crispy flat bread with
gorgonzola, wild arugula, shaved Prosciutto di Parma and drizzles of aged
balsamic and extra virgin olive oil.  A classic combination of flavors
that just jumps in your mouth.

 

 

7.10.11

What's a rock shrimp? Rock shrimp are a small species of shrimp with a very hard exoskeleton similar to lobster. Like lobster, the meat is very sweet with a firm texture. They are naturally low in fat, calories and cholesterol so make an excellent, health protein option. Rock shrimp are sustainably harvested in domestic waters, mostly off the coast of Florida. They are available fresh starting in July and we are pairing them up with sweet corn, wild arugula, roasted local tomatoes and a touch of summer truffle oil, all tossed with our housemade fettuccine.

 

6.29.11

This past weekend we hosted another great event for the pay it forward
fund benefiting women who are undergoing cancer treatment to help pay
bills while they are out of work.  Our donation was a private brunch for
20 people that was auctioned off at the pay it forward fund's annual fund
raising event.  We mixed it up and did a 7 course New Orlean's inspired
brunch.  We had a blast putting it together and a great time was had by
all the attending guests.  It's always an honor to support such
meaningfull local charities who are helping people right here in our
community.  Check out their website payitforwardfund.net.

 

 

6.2.11

Copper river salmon season is now in full swing and we're featuring it along with locally grown asparagus for the month of June.  The Copper river is a 300 mile pristine river in south-central Alaska originating at the Copper glacier.  This river yields abundant amounts of King, Sockeye and Coho salmon at different times of the summer.  The wild Alaskan fishing waters are some of the most respected and well managed in the world.  Copper river salmon is very high in Omega 3's, so not only does it taste great, it's good for you too.  We're also getting a steady supply of great locally grown asparagus from Russ Willenbring and family in Cold Springs, MN.  Their asparagus is fresh, flavorfully and tender.  We've even shaved it raw into salads.  Their farm, Produce Acres has been practicing sustainable farming since 1991.  Visit their website and check it out.  Produceacres.com

 

5.23.11

Local Asparagus is coming!
It's officially one of my favorite times of the year.  I just got word from our local asparagus farmer, Russ at Produce Acres, that we'll be receiving our first delivery of the season this Saturday.  We've positioned our menu to take full advantage of this local bounty.  It is the sweetest and most tender asparagus you'll ever have.

 

3.25.11

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