Tuesday, January 26, 2010

January 30th

Hors D'Ouvres Course
Crostini with Assorted Fruit and Cheeses

First Course
House Salad with a Raspberry Vinaigrette

Main Course
Jaegerschnitzel under a Cream Mushroom Sauce
Homemade Spaetzel
Fresh Green Beans

Dessert Course
House Dessert

Monday, January 18, 2010

January 22nd and 23rd

First Course
Roasted Garlic Bulbs

Second Course
Miniature Crab Cakes on Mixed Greens under a Basil Vinaigrette

Main Course
Honey Chipotle Salmon and Citrus Salsa
Wild Rice Blend
Steamed Asparagus

Dessert Course
Lemon Mousse under Spun Sugar

Wine Pairings: With the smoky flavors of the chipotle salmon, I would suggest pairing a semillon chardonnay, though for you red drinkers, "M" is the magic letter (think meritage, merlot, or malbec) - velvety textures and a brightness that will overcome the spicy and smoky flavors found in this course are all qualities found in all three styles, making them safe and delicious choices to accompany the menu.

Beer Pairings: The Czech pilsner (Pilsner Urquell) and German lager (Leinenkugel's Honeyweiss) are both nice, light styles that will assist with the spiciness of the salmon, but, to round out your palate's experience, I might suggest bringing a brown ale like Newcastle - the hints of caramel will really bring out the honey flavors in the salmon course and the nutty character of the wild rice.