FEBRUARY 2010 ARCHIVES

This week's email

Tuesday, February 9, 2010 by Ben

Hey, friends. I hope you've been enjoying this Spring-like weather we've been getting the last few days - I know I have. I hope you are all able to absorb enough of it to last you through the rains that are certainly coming our way once again. I've been out riding my bike and running, preparing for my triathlon (but I'll talk to all of you about that a bit more sometime in the next few weeks), and this weather has been so stimulating, I love it.

I've got a lot of menus to throw at you this week, so I'm going to get right into it. I'm going to jump around a little bit, so pay close attention - I don't want to lose you. First, just a gentle reminder, Laurelhurst Market Restaurant and Butcher Shop will be closed Monday, February15th and Tuesday, February 16th forour employee party. That means no fried chicken next Tuesday, but we'll be right back in it the following week.

Once again, I'm going to post the Simpatica Valentine's Day menu near the end of the email - there are just a few spots left, so if this is the one for you, please make your reservation soon. Just so you know, we are doing some special things for Valentine's Day at Laurelhurst Market. We will be offering our regular menu at the restaurant that night, but we will also be offering a special Price Fixe Menu for 2 as well. Here's that menu, but don't stop there, please read on. Scott has prepared some truly epic menus for this weekend, and I want to be sure you see them.

Valentine's Day Menu For 2
at Laurelhurst Market
(our regular menu will be available as well)

 

Foie Gras Two Ways - Seared and Torchon, Served with Sally Lunn Toast, Blood Orange Marmalade and Hazelnut Butter

 

Choice Of
Salad of Baby Greens, Olive Oil Braised Fennel, Picholine Olives, Shaved Pecorino and Your Kitchen Garden Tender Greens
or
Shrimp Bisque with Fresh Louisiana Gulf Shrimp and Creme Fraiche

 

To Share
Grilled T-Bone Steak for Two with Creamed Trumpet Mushrooms
Choice of Two Sides
Brussels Sprouts with Espellette, Lemon and Garlic
Pommes Frites
Amber Cup Squash Strata with Bearnaise
Roasted Cauliflower Polonaise
Potatoes Robuchon
Collard Greens with House Smoked Ham Hocks

 

Choice Of
Dulce de Leche Cheesecake with Red Wine- and Spice-Poached Pears
or
Chocolate Pot de Creme with Peppermint Candy Shortbread

Price is $90 for two people

That was a long one, I know. Okay, next up are the menus for this weekend. On Friday, Mr. Ketterman is bringing it with a San Sebastian-Style Tapas menu. I guarantee this one is going to sell out in an instant, so congratulations to all of you early birds who get the worm (the most delicious worm you've ever had). But wait, be sure to read Saturday's menu as well. It's a worm of a whole different flavor (mmm, worms...). Okay, check these babies out. It's a food-filled extravaganza this weekend, so be sure to pace yourselves.

Friday, February 12th

 

San Sebastian Style Tapas
Lamb Meatballs in Romesco
Mussels Rellenos with Chorizo, Fennel and Breadcrumbs
Piquillos Stuffed with Salt Cod and Potato Brandade
Calamari “Txipirones” en su Tinta
Marinated California Olives
Tortilla Espanola with La Masia Virgin Olive Oil
Romaine Hearts with Piquillo Vinaigrette, Cured Olives, Ossau Iraty and Croutons
Caramelized Cauliflower with Lemon, Capers and Raisins
Monterey Bay Sardines with Shallot, Preserved Lemon and Parsley
Smoked Pork Rib Costillas Asadas with Piment d’Espelette Glaze
Cream Filled Gateau Basque with Tart Cherry Sauce

Price is $45 perperson plus wine and gratuity. Dinner begins at 7:30pm. PleaseRSVPor call the kitchen at (503)235-1600 to make reservations.

Saturday, February 13th

 

Fennel Scented Shrimp and Focaccia Spiedini with Sweet Pepper Jam

Endive, Frisée and Cara Cara Orange Salad with Salted Almonds and Oil Cured Olives

Grilled Herb Stuffed Lamb Leg with Phipp’s Heirloom Cannellini Beans, Lamb Jus and Braised Chard with Toasted Garlic and Calabrian Chiles

Espresso Panna Cotta with Pistachio Shortbread and Soft Whipped Cream

 

 

Price is $35 perperson plus wine and gratuity. Dinner begins at 7pm. PleaseRSVPor call the kitchen at (503)235-1600 to make reservations.

 

Sunday Brunch

Brunch is served from 9am to 2pm, and no reservations are required. We are now accepting reservations for parties of 8 or more people. To make reservations, call the kitchen at (503)235-1600 or RSVP with your name, party size and the time you would like to come. Your reservation will be confirmed by phone or e-mail.

Here's the Simpatica Valentine's Day menu for all of you one last time. Remember, this one is almost sold out, so get on it quick!

Sunday, February 14th

Valentine's Day Dinner

 

Amuse

 

Wood Grilled Oysters with Chervil Butter and Celery Heart Salad

 

Endive and Blood Orange Salad with Dungeness Crab Puff

 

Beef Cheek Brasato al Barolo with Truffled Potatoes and Red Wine Sauce

 

Frozen Chocolate Mousse, Cacao Tuille, Caramel Sauce and Hazelnuts


Price is $55 perperson plus wine and gratuity. Dinner begins at 7pm. PleaseRSVPor call the kitchen at (503)235-1600 to make reservations.

I think that's all of it. Have a great weekend, everyone. remember, this is your time to show that special someone in your life that you really do care for them and think about them. OR, this is a good opportunity to reveal your feelings to someone who has no idea you care about them and think about them. Good luck either way.

Will you be my Valentine?

Benjamin Dyer  

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