Archive for August 21st, 2010

What a great night!  Thanks to Nadr and Mari for contributing major yumminess to this menu.  I’ve been wanting to do the Porchetta for a long time and it was great getting a fantastic pig from Taylor at Fatted Calf for the occasion. 

Porchetta and Silver Oak Vertical Fest – August 13, 2010

Small Bites

Tomato, mozzarella and olive skewers with basil balsamic dressing

Grilled fennel pepper-rubbed pork rib bones

Arugula salad with lemon/olive oil dressing with bresaola and shaved Parmigianino

Grilled rosemary lemon marinated lamb chop bon bons

Polenta squares topped with pea pesto and chives

Crostini with roasted red pepper puree, burrata cheese and grilled figs

***** 

Porchetta with garlic-fennel pollen rub

Orecchiette with pesto, pinenuts, potatoes and green beans

Roasted potatoes with truffle salt

*****

Irish Cheddar, Manchego, Morbier, Port Salut with Acme baguettes and California sage Honey

French Chocolate Cake with fresh whipped crème, chocolate shavings and raspberries

Veuve Clicquot Champagne

2009 Allan Scott Sauvignon Blanc

2006 Kistler, Hyde Vineyard Carneros Chardonnay no.09540

2001 Skewis Bush Vineyard Pinot Noir

1998 Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

1995 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

1993 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon