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in search of

in search of

Searching for the “holy grail” in food items involves seeking the perfect combination of flavors, textures in experiencing a product. While it is ideal chocolate with chili, perfect cuppa’ coffee the quest for gastronomic satisfaction is driven by desire to find that elusive delight. Today […]

Travel Eats – Old Chicago Pizza on Friday

Travel Eats – Old Chicago Pizza on Friday

Exploring different cuisines during travel is a adventure. This Friday I am on the search for comfort and consistency. Having a familiar flavor and reliable dish when on the road. Savoring a well -done pizza brings satisfaction. Old Chicago’s Chicago 7 single serving adds consistent […]

Travel eats – Omaha Prime

Travel eats – Omaha Prime

Traveling in Omaha, one can find a variety of delights. I still look for the 3 main criteria: what’s on the plate, atmosphere in the restaurant and service. We tried the classic Steakhouse in Old Market arts district. Omaha Prime is an upscale dining experience with a premium menu. If your seeking a balance between quality and cost, Omaha Prime local flavor did not disappoint. One found the range of prime portions suiting to different preferences. The presentation of dry aged local beef rolled out was the first introduction to the menu. Tomahawk, known for its impressive size and long bone is substantial and suitable to share option, often for special occasions. On the other hand is the petite and tender cut fillet , a non share portion and if cooked perfectly offers insight to who is working the broiler. One can surmise if Petite filet is perfect one can work its way up to the tomahawk … with a guarantee it will also be cooked to perfection.

Notes from the Garden – Lists

Notes from the Garden – Lists

lists are invaluable tools for for efficient preparation. Starting out with Key items and breaking them down for clarity. This list is ingredients of productivity and preparation for service Fish Baked Bass with Cucumber and Cashew Sauce Baked Fish garden Style Orange Butter Sauce Asparagus […]

GARDEN PAVILION NOTE BOOK – Bean Sprout Salad

GARDEN PAVILION NOTE BOOK – Bean Sprout Salad

Note from the garden -Bean Sprout Salad. Bean Sprout salad is a light and refreshing dish that brings a crunchy texture and another garden nutritional benefit to the table. Packed with vitamins and minerals, beansprouts salad offers a crisp bite.

GARDEN PAVILION NOTE BOOK – Baked Halibut with Tomato and Bay Shrimp

GARDEN PAVILION NOTE BOOK – Baked Halibut with Tomato and Bay Shrimp

Quick notes from the Garden. Baked Halibut is a delectable dish that showcases the delicate flavor and flaky texture of this white fish. Seasoned with Chili powder and lemon, the halibut is then baked to perfection, creating a moist result. Served with watercress shrimp and tomato, baked Halibut makes for a wholesome dish.

Baked Halibut with tomato and bay shrimp

Course Main Course
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 7 ounce halibut steak
  • 1 tsp diced shallot
  • 1 TBSP Margarine
  • 1/4 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 TBSP Tomato Concasse
  • 1 TBSP Bay Shrimp
  • 1 Shitake Mushroom Scored and blanched
  • 2 ounce watercress
  • 1 lemon Star

Instructions
 

  • bake the halibut with margarine, shallots, seasoned with chili powder.
  • Sauté water cress and arrange on plate.
  • Top with halibut, then tomato and shrimp.
  • Garnish with Mushroom and Lemon Star
Shells & Sauce

Shells & Sauce

Shells and Sauce is a great find. It is an Italian Bistro around the nestled the neighborhood around the corner from the Denver Botanical Garden – in the heart of Congress Park. We had stopped in after the lights at the Botanical Garden. The Neighborhood […]

Corn Bread

Corn Bread

Quick Corn Bread is a side accompaniment for Hoppin John on new years day.

Hoppin John for NewYears Day

Hoppin John for NewYears Day

Hoppin’ Johns is a traditional Southern dish that Mama puts together on New Years Day. It is steeped in tradition. The black eye peas look forward, rice and pork symbolizing luck and prosperity for the coming year. additionally – the peas represent coins, rice prosperity. May believe that eating this delicious dish on new years day brings good fortune It is a delicious cherished tradition.

Hoppin’ John

Served on New Years Day
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 11 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound dried black eye peas
  • 1 package andouille sausage 140z
  • 4 cups chicken broth low salt
  • 2 cups chopped Onion
  • 2 cups chopped Celery
  • 1 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • salt and pepper to tast

Instructions
 

  • place the black eye peas in a bowl and stand in water for 24 hours at room temperature
  • drain the peas , rinse and drain again.
  • combine the drained peas, sausage, celery and onion in a 6 quart slow cooker.
  • Cook for 3 hours
  • finish with cider vinegar
  • serve with Collard greens, rice and corn bread.
GARDEN PAVILION NOTE BOOK – Cucumber Salad

GARDEN PAVILION NOTE BOOK – Cucumber Salad

A short recipe from the garden