Nunavut Char Dinner at Blackbird
It is too rare that an opportunity comes along to collaborate and cook side by side with fellow chefs. We all seem to do enough benefits and I am grateful that these offer the opportunity to get to know some colleagues, but they rarely amount to more than hellos and possibly drinks afterwards since we [...]
Soft Shell Crawfish, Andouille Filled Chicken, Etouffee, Absinthe Bubbles
This preparation made our menu Saturday night and we will be donating half of the $16 cost to the relief efforts of Protect Our Coastline. Additionally, while attending Shift Drinks at the Exchange for Schwa’s chef/owner Michael Carlson’s guest spot as bartender, I got to speaking with Sepia’s chef Andrew Zimmerman about collaborating on a [...]
The Asian Carp Experiment
Most in the community – even ‘non-foodies’ – are aware of the impact that the Asian Carp have already had on the US river systems, and that there is a great fear and great measures are being considered to see that they stay out of the Great Lakes. There has also been much reported on [...]
Steelhead Belly Tartare & The Pickled Tongue’s Caviar – Potato Blini, Beet, Grey Goose Creme Fraiche, Dill
This – as a shockingly great deal of the fish items that are being featured here – are making their way from the sea to the table via the Twitter feed of Carl Galvan. So much so that I’m really tired of referencing it. You understand… right, Carl? Just keep sending the great product. The shocking [...]
Barely Warm Gigha Island Halibut & Laughing Bird Shrimp – Brandade, Shaved Zucchini, Bouillabaisse Jus
This is another phenomenal fish we were turned on to by Carl Galvan and is farmed by the good people of CleanFish. Now that I’m looking at the photo, not only is the Gigha Island (pronounced Gee-ha) halibut from them, but also the laughing bird shrimp. I’ve written before about all of the ingredients I [...]
Strawberry Grouper – Spring Peas, Mango, Avocado, Red Onion, Lime, Thai Basil
It’s not often that I will admit freely that I’ve been mistaken about a supplier. Within the belly of the Hilton Universe, we have a supply management company that battles with companies tooth and nail to secure us the best pricing. I can only imagine what these negotiations are like… I somehow picture Cartman on [...]
