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Eat Weeds with Dante; Asparagus dinner at CVI; Sake at Bistro 185

Garlic mustard by clspeace

Garlic mustard by clspeace

There are several interesting food events still left in the last half of May. The first two are inopportunely scheduled. Not only do they conflict with each other, but they also conflict with the Italian themed dinner at Lucky’s (previously noted).

May 30, 2009 68pm : Pestival at Shaker Lakes Nature Center

From the description on the website:
On the menu will be creative cuisine made with garlic mustard, an invasive, edible species that we pull from the Nature Center grounds each year. Tickets in Advance: Member $35/Non-Member $45. Tickets at the Door: Member $40/Non-Member $50. Call 216-321-5935 for more information. Tickets purchased in advance for the Pestival can be applied toward the Cultural, Edible and Medicinal Uses of Plants in the Doan Brook hike on Saturday, May 30, from 1 to 4 p.m.

Chefs Dante Boccuzzi (Dante), Ben Bebenroth (Spice of Life), Sergio Abramof (Sergio’s), John Pistone (J Pistone) and Scott Kim (Sasa) are participating. Dessert will be provided by A Cookie and A Cupcake and Mularo’s Gourmet Ice Cream. It’s been a while since I’ve seen Chef Boccuzzi. Maybe I can get some interesting details about his progress with the move.

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May 30, 2009 6:309:30pm : Earth to Table Dinner – A Celebration of Asparagus at Culinary Vegetable Institute

From their website: with Chef Leo Bushey of the Hartford Club, CTThis dinner will feature the most seasonal products that are locally produced in order to promote our commitment to sustainability and the slow-food movement. This dinner is served family-style. Menu is subject to change based upon seasonal availability.

Reception
Squash Blossoms Stuffed with Salmon and Asparagus Mousse, Sweet Fennel Dressing
Asparagus and Easter Egg Radish Purse, Chimchuri Sauce

Salad
Ultra Salad Mix with Asparagus, and Shaved Radishes in a Lemon-Thyme Vinaigrette
Beets and Asparagus with Edible Flowers, Sweet Onion Dressing

Soup
Asparagus Bisque and Chive Oil

Entrée
Roasted Pork Loin with Medley of Spring Herbs

Chef’s Garden Earth to Table Vegetables
Asparagus –White, Purple and Green Blend, Lemon Butter
Baby Squash Roasted in Olive Oil with Fresh Herbs
Early Spring Field Greens
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes with Green Pea Tendrils

Dessert
Mr. Fry’s Rhubarb Tartlet with Balsamic and Basil Chantilly
Shortbread Cookies with Fennel Pollen

$55 per person not including tax and gratuity
Reservations are required 419-499-7500

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May 19, 2009 6:309:30pm : Sake Dinner at Bistro 185

From their website: Join us for an adventurous evening of Sake samplings paired with a delightful Asian-inspired menu. Limited Seating Available. Please reserve your spot by calling 216.481.9635. $50.00 | Tax & Gratuity will be added

MENU: 6 Course Dinner | A uniquely different Sake paired with each course

Amuse Bouche – chef’s whim starter
Sesame seared tuna crepe with miso ginger sauce
Soba noodle salad with house smoked duck
Shrimp dumplings – lemongrass infused asian consomme with shitake mushrooms and scallions
18 hour asian short ribs, with daikon radish and carrot slaw
Seared day boat scallop on black rice
House made coconut lime sorbet and an assortment of chef’s whim desserts

That’s a very tempting menu.  I’ m also very curious to see how Chef Todd Mueler’s presence has affected the restaurant.

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