tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58650062730397656802024-02-24T01:11:46.520-08:00The Ethical ButcherBerlin Reed is the butcher, chef and writer behind the The Ethical Butcher. His practice is driven by personal relationships with small local farmers, a deep love of food, respect for the animals we eat and the environment on which we depend. He is based in Portland, OR and also writes personal essays for publication.Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.comBlogger101125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-3483195950731258412013-03-20T14:36:00.000-07:002013-03-20T14:36:00.757-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I hadn't realized how long it has been since I've posted. Here's where I've been over the past oh, 2 years or so. It is all about my travels as well as reflections on my experiences, the kids are calling it a food memoir and it comes out in just a few weeks on Soft Skull. It'll be in stores all over N America and is already available on Amazon and other sites for pre-sales. This next sentence deserves the caps yelling I'm about to employ. PLEASE, IN THE NAME OF ALL THAT IS GOOD AND REAL, AND FOR ALL THE LITTLE BABIES AND OLD LADIES AND FLOWERS AND TREES AND PRETTY ANIMALS IN THE WORLD: </div>
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I don't care if that upsets distributors or slows down sales, it makes my skin crawl to even think of a penny being made by those companies on MY work. Conversely, I encourage anyone interested in buying a copy to do so through INDEPENDENT book stores. Please ask your local library to carry it too! New books aren't in everyone's budget. It will also be out on Audible for those inclined to hearing yours truly narrate this food memoir. </div>
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As long as I've been writing this book, I've long been working on other food-related projects that aren't meat-focused and just haven't the time to keep up with several forms of social media. As I close the family of Ethical Butcher projects with this upcoming book release, this is my last post on this blog. I will leave it up as an archive, but will no longer update. For up-to-date info, please follow me at <a href="http://chefberlinreed.tumblr.com/">http://chefberlinreed.tumblr.com/</a>, where I am cultivating a much more holistically representative site that allows me to post all kinds of food related media. I am preparing for a short & sweet book tour that will hit Seattle, Portland, SF, LA, NYC and Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal between mid-April and late-May. I am also planning to <i>finally </i>do a decent Southern tour starting in NOLA in late June!!! Def hit up my new site for dates soon!</div>
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It has now been just over 4 years since I started this blog, and it took me places I could have never dreamed of. It's a new world, a new era. So friends, old and new, if you have found yourself at this page looking to meet me or find out what I'm up to, hop over to the new site (link above). </div>
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<br />Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-59743250819643155272012-03-19T12:43:00.001-07:002012-03-19T12:44:17.783-07:00The Road to Heaven...As has been the case for the last many moons, I'm pleasantly buried in projects these days. The <a href="http://718collective.tumblr.com/">718 Collective</a> is off to an amazingly busy start with 7 events over the next 5 weeks. We are most exciting to get this recurring event off the ground. This is the idea that got the 718 ball rolling!<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 12px; text-align: left;">Every first Sunday, 718 Collective will present a brunch of market-fresh produce & local pasture-raised meats transformed into a new menu that is soy-free, with vegetarian/vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options. Sho</span><span class="text_exposed_show" style="background-color: white; display: inline; line-height: 12px; text-align: left;">wing attention to detail, traditional methods are honored with everything from house-cured bacon to homemade pickles. We envision this becoming an all-day affair that includes musical performance and post-brunch dancing, occasional speakers and guest chefs- the perfect Sunday destination.<br /><br />Join us for our very first Sunday Brunch on April 1st, from 1-5pm at The Egg & Dart Club!<br />Only <b>*14 bux*</b> for a Mile High Biscuit, side salad and bottomless Counter Culture Coffee!! </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="text_exposed_show" style="background-color: white; display: inline; line-height: 12px; text-align: left;">Plus, a cash Bloody Mary bar!<br /><br />What's a Mile High Biscuit? </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="text_exposed_show" style="background-color: white; display: inline; line-height: 12px; text-align: left;">Your choice of 4 Biscuit Bases stacked up high with your choice of toppins’, pilins’ and fixins’!!<br /><b><br /></b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="text_exposed_show" style="background-color: white; display: inline; line-height: 12px; text-align: left;"><b>Homestyle, Herb, Bacon-Green Garlic </b>or<b> Gluten-free Sweet Potato Biscuit</b> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="text_exposed_show" style="background-color: white; display: inline; line-height: 12px; text-align: left;">topped with choice of:<br /><br /><b>veggie scramble<br />handcured Maple Jerk Bacon<br />slow-cooked pulled drunken chicken<br />spicy lentil/rice patties<br />caramelized onions<br />braised greens<br />winter root hash<br />slaw<br />mixed greens<br />pickled red onions<br />local cheeses<br />homemade apple butter<br />roasted pears<br />veggie gravy<br />sage sausage gravy<br />black pepper balsamic glaze</b><br />and of course, <b>homemade hot sauces</b>!!<br /><br /><b>The Egg & Dart Club</b><br />15 Vanderbilt Ave. BKYLN, NY<br /><br /><b>****14 bux PRESALE ONLY****</b><br />Limited space, so get your tix early! Our last event sold out!<br />Contact: Sunday.seveneighteen@gmail<wbr></wbr><span class="word_break" style="display: inline-block;"></span>.com or theethicalbutcher@gmail.com for info!</span> </span>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-89223019562148459202012-02-16T09:22:00.000-08:002012-02-16T09:23:24.947-08:00<div style="text-align: left;">
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</b>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-47221818998491452862012-02-09T16:53:00.000-08:002012-02-10T07:12:19.582-08:00Where Mr. James McWilliams Got it Wrong<div style="text-align: left;"><span>This letter is in response to an article in<i> <a href="http://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2012/02/meat-what-big-agriculture-and-the-ethical-butcher-have-in-common/252679/">the Atlantic</a> </i>written by James McWilliams, <span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-family: georgia; text-align: -webkit-auto; ">associate professor of history at Texas State University, San Marcos and </span>author of<i> Just Food: </i><i style="font-family: georgia; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-align: -webkit-auto; ">Where Locavores Get It Wrong and How We Can Truly Eat Responsibly. </i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Mr. McWilliams, we’ve never met. We’ve never spoken to one another. I only wish you had sought to remedy that situation before writing a treatise on meat consumption using me as an example. I was flabbergasted by the inaccuracies in your article in<i> the Atlantic</i>,but your biggest mistake in writing “What Big Ag and the Ethical Butcher Share” was deciding to build your stance against me based on little more than two lines from my blog bio. I’ve been hanging under the radar, head down on a few new projects and preparing to write my first book, which you have gracefully gifted me an opportunity to mention. Why not attempt to stand on the fortitude of your ideas alone? Or, at the very least interview me so that you could write about me from a more informed perspective. With minimal effort, you could have found a more recent portrayal of my ethos at work,in this<a href="http://theblackertheberryfood.com/2012/02/the-ethical-butcher/"> interview</a>, which was released the same day as yours, by a writer who did the legwork you blithely bypassed in your fervor to assert your self-righteousness while disproving my methodology.<br /><br />I pity the limited scope with which you seem to view the world. To begin, your article was a disrespectful disgrace to this nation’s farmers and to the many people working tirelessly to change the meat industry. I would have explained the meaning of “The Ethical Butcher”, had you called me for even a short interview. Since you didn’t, I’ll have to take a step back to explain. First, “The Ethical Butcher” is the title of my project, not a self-assigned moniker. Second, butchery is a craft, a skill. Ethics are philosophy in action. Butchery is what occurs at the block, knives in hand. It is still butchery whether I get the animal from a sunny green pasture or a dismal feedlot. Nothing I can do will make the physical act of butchering itself more or less ethical. The ethics come in on either side of the block. The ethics guide how to choose the animal, how to make use of it and how to relate to consumers in representing the meat, farms and farmers. Not so absurd, after all.<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">In my opinion, the single most critical element in the perpetuation of factory farming is corporate greed. We must focus on the whole picture: our entire food system. This includes the USDA, the FDA, and in this conversation, the entire agricultural system- livestock, corn, soy, wheat, monocrops, GMO’s, the whole nine. The outdated obsession with meat as the crux of the problem is unnecessarily narrow-minded and closes us off to the advantage of seeing the complex web we are struggling to free ourselves from.<br /><br />I have never, ever argued against being vegetarian or vegan. I argue against shaming and demonizing something so monumentally personal as food choice. I argue against dogma, against the moral superiority complex that plagues so many herbivores, and against the unrealistic and elitist goal of worldwide vegan fascism. The world is waiting for a better solution. Going vegan doesn’t answer the bigger issues of a fossil-fuel propelled world economy based on the abuse of humans, the destruction of the environment and the unchecked rapacity of a few hundred people. Going vegan doesn’t stop Monsanto from poisoning the earth and our bodies or threatening the very choice to grow food for ourselves. Going vegan doesn’t improve the labor camp living conditions of migrant workers who supply your precious veggies. Going vegan doesn’t preserve generations of time-honored traditions and it doesn’t help us return to a more sustainable and enriching way of interacting with the earth. Most of all, going vegan does not absolve you from participation in the suffering of living beings or environmental destruction.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />It is not the eating of animals at issue; that is a reactionary and short-sighted distraction. The issue is the system through which most of the animals we eat are supplied. As this system is tied to a larger system of irresponsible and abusive agriculture, it is absolutely necessary that we seek a solution to the entire problem. I have always said, in every interview and in my own work, that curbing meat consumption goes hand-in-hand with humane treatment of animals and responsible farming methods. I don’t eat very much meat and one look at my latest menu(<a href="http://ethicalbutcher.blogspot.com/">http://ethicalbutcher.blogspot.com/</a> ) will dispel your claims that I encourage wanton meat consumption. It will show menus that teem with fresh, seasonal vegetables in all preparations. The photos will display plates with reasonable, some may even say small, portions of meat.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />I can actually still count the number of animals I’ve served over the past two years, a feat only possible because of the infrequency and purposeful nature with which I approach the use of meat. I abstain from soy at all costs and I don’t eat any seafood other than shellfish and a very, very short list of truly sustainable fish. As for the CCF connection, the fact that a website lists my blog as recommended reading does not align my philosophy with theirs. Welcome to the 21st century, we call it a blogroll. That list includes many publications dedicated to the subject of meat, animals and farming. Just as you wrote about me without contacting me, those sites are free to do the same. I am in no way connected to CCF, Humanewatch, Meatpaper or any other organization outside of The Butcher’s Guild.<br /><br />For a long time now, my focus has been on consumer education and demystifying the green-washed marketing that both the government and food industry use to their advantage. The most effective tool for fighting this tactic is information. I will never assume to know what others should do; I find that to be a dangerous mindset. I can only share knowledge and remind people that they can make their own decisions. I rarely get into the ethics behind the actual choice of whether or not to eat meat, and I won’t be baited do it here either. I am in full support of everyone having the ability to make the very personal decision of what to feed themselves and their families. I am not interested in persuading people eat meat or abstain from it. I am interested in where ALL of their food, but especially their meat, comes from. I am invested in helping people to understand how these companies misrepresent their practices and in challenging consumers to make their own choices.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />Our responsibility to be vigilantly engaged with the dismantling of the status quo doesn’t end with what is on our plates. We must all continue to vote with our forks, with our legs, with our wardrobes and with the power of our words. Every single day, we make choices about the world we want to live in. I will continue to fight for a world where I can trust where my food comes from and encourage others to do the same. As I funnel the momentum of the EB projects into my book, I am likewise finding a new outlet for an expanded vision of my practice. I have just co-founded <a href="http://718collective.tumblr.com/">718 Collective</a>, a band of fellow activist chefs, musicians and artists hell-bent on food justice for all. I am thrilled at the potential we have for reaching even more people in the community through the meshing of food, art, politics, music and fashion.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I am fairly certain many of your readers had never heard of me before you named me in your article. Thanks for the mention and this fortuitous occasion to shift from underground grassroots activism to representing a movement on the national stage. It was no coincidence that your article should come out the very day the contract for my upcoming book from Soft Skull Press,<i>The Ethical Butcher: Real Food Rules</i>, arrived on my doorstep. Such a tasty little platter of publicity…I could not have dreamed of a better way to announce the Spring 2013 hardcover release of my book.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Now that we’ve cleared up a few of your misrepresentations, I invite you to prepare your notes, and come at me again.</div>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-85177834204439225792012-01-26T12:13:00.000-08:002012-01-26T13:06:58.730-08:00One..Two..Seven..Eighteen!!<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 15px; ">This move back to Brooklyn has kept me BUSY! I've been putting eggs in all kinds of baskets, </span><span><span style="font-size: 15px; ">but the one I'm most excited about is my new collective,<b> </b></span><span><span><b>718</b></span><span>.</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 15px; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); line-height: 15px; "><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); line-height: 15px; "><span><b>718</b></span></span><span style="font-size: 15px; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); line-height: 15px; "> is a new Brooklyn-based band of chefs, artists, musicians, activists and healers with a </span><span style="font-size: 15px; "><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); line-height: 15px; ">vision</span></span><span style="font-size: 15px; font-family: georgia; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); line-height: 15px; "> that includes community meals, classes & internships, urban agriculture and food justice </span><span style="font-size: 15px; font-family: georgia; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); line-height: 15px; ">for all.</span><span style="font-size: 15px; font-family: georgia; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); text-align: -webkit-auto; "> </span><span style="font-size: 15px; font-family: georgia; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); text-align: -webkit-auto; ">We've got some big plans in the works, an urban permaculture/agriculture project that will </span><span style="font-size: 15px; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); font-family: georgia; text-align: -webkit-auto; ">grow food for our events, herbs for infusions and medicinal use, chickens and ducks for eggs, and </span><span style="font-size: 15px; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); font-family: georgia; text-align: -webkit-auto; ">eventually even a rooftop apiary! We're also developing summer classes and internship opportunities while also curating nightlife events, brunches and of course, community feasts!! Whew! </span><span style="font-size: 15px; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); text-align: -webkit-auto; ">And it all starts with this event! </span><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); text-align: -webkit-auto; "><span><b>718</b></span></span><span style="font-size: 15px; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); text-align: -webkit-auto; "><b> Love Feast</b> is four courses of local goodness, DJ Nolita Selector and secret musical guest all for $40/person or $70/pair! That's amore!</span></div><div><div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); "><span><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); "><span>Many of you have supported The Ethical Butcher project for some time now and I hope to start seeing you at <span><b>718</b></span> events! The unique experiences I gained over the course of those projects will now be funneled into a memoir, set for a hardcover release early next year by Counterpoint Press. As I transition away from nomadic solo renegade chef/butcher toward a sustainable stationary existence in my favorite food-loving city, I am exhilarated to share this project with a couple of like-minded chefs who just want to feed you just food! </span></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); "><span><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); "><span>Below,you'll find info about our first event, including the menu and reservation details. </span><b><span>718</span></b> celebrates all love, not just the romantic variety! So, bring mom, dad, roommates, best friends or treat yourself! This night is for everyone!</div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); "><br /></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); "> </div><div style="text-align: center;background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuhz5iJy4Q7FNNUaRuffoAPXDLB5sMGZLgtgb7JcICFTbhC6-HtRTgy3GoANmiLoEWB_ruB6qWMdXgymqoKw0DGiZ1vHm0_gNGVigjyGAyO4WB8toOEiatVZ2ybqJfE8PzYMGWPLti3_A/s1600/newflyer.png" style="text-align: left; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuhz5iJy4Q7FNNUaRuffoAPXDLB5sMGZLgtgb7JcICFTbhC6-HtRTgy3GoANmiLoEWB_ruB6qWMdXgymqoKw0DGiZ1vHm0_gNGVigjyGAyO4WB8toOEiatVZ2ybqJfE8PzYMGWPLti3_A/s400/newflyer.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5702046713252019794" style="cursor: pointer; width: 328px; height: 400px; " /></a> </div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); "><span><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); "><span>Check the drool-worthy menu and join us for <b><span>718</span> Love Feast </b>on February 14th! </span></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); "><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span><b>NOTE:</b> Entire menu is SOY-FREE with many vegan/veg, raw and gluten-free items. In fact, it's sort of a vegan meal with meat options! The best meat option being two flavors of my famous hand-cured bacon, naturally! </span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span><b><span>718</span></b> sources local, seasonal ingredients, so this menu is only going to get more exciting when we hit the market!</span></div><div style="font-size: 13px; "><span><br /></span></div><div style="font-size: 13px; "><span><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span><b>718 Love Feast</b></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><b><span>with DJ Nolita Selector + secret guest</span></b></div><div style="font-size: 13px; "><span><br /></span></div><div><div><div style="text-align: center; "><span style="white-space: pre-wrap; "><b><span>Firsts-</span></b></span></div><div style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center; "><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap; "><b><i>Winter Vegetable Slaw </i></b></span></div><span><b><i><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="text-align: center; ">Pan-seared Brussels Sprouts</div></span><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="text-align: center; "> Caramelized Carrot & Coconut Milk Panna Cotta w/ Sriracha-glazed popcorn</div></span></i></b><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="text-align: center; "> *all dishes vegan, gluten-free</div></span><span style="text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="font-size: 15px; text-align: center; "><br /></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span> <b><span>Seconds-</span></b></span></div></span><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="text-align: center; "><b><i>Dressed Stew & Soup</i></b></div></span><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="text-align: center; ">Two options of hearty soups made from seasonal ingredients</div></span><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="text-align: center; "> served with array of toppings, crostini and fresh corn tortillas. </div></span><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="text-align: center; "> *one soup bone broth-based, one vegan. both gluten-free</div></span><span style="text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="font-size: 15px; text-align: center; "><br /></div><div style="text-align: center; "><b><span>Mains-</span></b></div></span><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="text-align: center; "> <b><i>Pentagram Crucifers-</i></b> </div><div style="text-align: center; ">Cider-braised Greens, Spicy Oven-crisped Cauliflower, Rutabaga Mash, Root Vegetable Gratin and Kale Salad (all vegan except gratin)</div><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div></span><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="text-align: center; "> <i><b>OMFG! Steak & Salad- </b></i></div><div style="text-align: center; ">718 hand-cured Coffee & Chili or Champagne, Rose & Almond Bacon Steak topped with Fresh Herb Salad and served with choice of sauces. </div><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><div style="text-align: center; "><b><i>Thai Fried Chicken-</i></b> </div><div style="text-align: center; ">Chicken marinated in Coconut Milk mixture for 3 days, coated in fine cornmeal and fried crispy and served with Housemade Pickles</div><div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="text-align: center; ">*all dishes gluten-free </span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div></span><span style="text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="text-align: center; "><span> <b><span>Dessert-</span></b></span></div></span><span style="font-size: 13px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="text-align: center; "><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto; font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; "><div style="text-align: center; "> <b><i>Love Day Sundae-</i></b></div><div style="text-align: center; ">Assortment of fresh, homemade cookies and two housemade ice creams</div></span></div></span><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="text-align: center; "> *vegan and gluten-free options</div></span><span style="vertical-align: baseline; "><div style="white-space: pre-wrap; text-decoration: none; font-size: 15px; text-align: center; ">served with<i> </i>Counter Culture Coffee</div><div style="white-space: pre-wrap; text-decoration: none; font-size: 15px; text-align: center; "><br /></div><div style="text-align: left; "><div style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center; "><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap; "><br /></span></div><div style="white-space: pre-wrap; text-decoration: none; "><div style="text-align: center; "><b><span style="text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; "><span>718</span><span> Love Feast</span></span></b></div><div style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center; "><span style="font-size: 15px; ">8pm Feb 14th</span></div><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; "><div style="text-align: center; "> 255 McKibben St. BK, NY</div></span><span style="text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; "><div style="text-align: center; "><span>$40/person, $70/pair. Reservations required.</span></div><span> </span><div style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center; "><span style="font-size: large; "><br /></span></div></span><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; ">Guests are invited to provide beverages of their choice (BYOB)</span><span style="font-weight: bold; font-size: 15px; "><br /></span><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; ">TIX: <a href="mailto:sunday.seveneighteen@gmail.com" target="_blank">sunday.seveneighteen@gmail.com</a> or <a href="mailto:theethicalbutcher@gmail.com" target="_blank">theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</a></span></div></div></span></span></div></div></div></div></div>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-19970288472568004162011-11-21T08:39:00.000-08:002011-11-21T08:51:46.570-08:00Brunch Bash in Brooklyn<div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto; font-size: small; background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">The rumors are true. I've left the fair city of Portland and all of its pork-lovers in the interest of building a permanent fixture in the Brooklyn food world. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: small; ">After 3 years of running EB projects solo, I've partnered with a couple of Brooklyn-based chefs for a whole new venture!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap; font-size: small; "><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto; font-size: small; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">718 Farm + Table</span><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto; font-size: small; background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> will be a brunch event presented every Sunday. While this event launches New Year’s Day as a monthly community feast, we are already in talks for a permanent location for Spring 2012. As DJs and musicians provide atmosphere each week, whole pasture-raised animals and market-fresh produce will be transformed into a new menu for Brooklyn brunchers.</span></span><div><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto; font-size: small; background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><br /></span></div><div><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto; font-size: small; background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">What better way to bring in the New Year than a festive brunch with friends?</span></div></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6QsxUVkVVTku0alluvjxB5m9IR2aRB7OBwfHg2pDfd68HqUwmDPQLGvQbjJGroMvShnoB3NiogqSMIg_1AWFp1MMy1uCom93UAZtqUoxUT9SxPePknaGAsvmpeI-VJrGTGIFHTHwdgOA/s1600/flyer1.png" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><span class="Apple-style-span" ><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 278px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6QsxUVkVVTku0alluvjxB5m9IR2aRB7OBwfHg2pDfd68HqUwmDPQLGvQbjJGroMvShnoB3NiogqSMIg_1AWFp1MMy1uCom93UAZtqUoxUT9SxPePknaGAsvmpeI-VJrGTGIFHTHwdgOA/s400/flyer1.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5677491338789785746" /></span></a></div><div style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap; "><br /></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto; font-size: small; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto; font-size: small; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><br /></span></div></span></span><div><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto; font-size: small; background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; " > </span><b style="font-family: georgia; text-align: -webkit-auto; font-size: small; line-height: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); ">718 Farm + Table</b><span style="font-family: georgia; text-align: -webkit-auto; font-size: small; line-height: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); "> </span><span style="font-family: georgia; text-align: -webkit-auto; font-size: small; line-height: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); ">invites you to celebrate the new year and nourish yourself with a luxurious Sunday Brunch! This prix-fixe feast begins at 2pm sharp and meanders through 4 courses of local, seasonal ingredients from trusted small farms and producers. A radically different dining experience, our ingredient-driven menu travels the globe for inspiration, but is built on responsible, local sourcing. The menu is soy-free, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options! Showing attention to detail, traditional methods are honored with everything from house-cured bacon to homemade pickles and handmade herbed butter, and of course, the good luck legume dish, Hoppin’ John will start off the meal, but the rest of this menu is top-secret until New Year’s Day!</span></div><div><span style="text-align: -webkit-auto; background-color: transparent; vertical-align: baseline; " ><div style="background-color: transparent; "><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><br /></span></div><span style="white-space: normal; text-decoration: none; font-size: small; "><span style="background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">718 Farm + Table </span><span style="background-color: transparent; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">has invited </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Everyman Espresso</span><span style="background-color: transparent; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> to run a pour-over station with Counter Culture Coffee and mulled apple cider will be on offer. If that weren’t enough, guests are also invited to provide their own beverages...a little hair of the dog to wash down your grub?</span><span style="line-height: 15px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); "> This afternoon affair in a quintessential Brooklyn loft includes music to dine by and post-brunch revelry and dancing with<b> DJ Nolita Selector</b>- nothing short of the perfect Sunday destination! </span></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span style="text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: transparent; "></span></span><br /><span style="font-size: small; background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">How could you dream of starting 2012 any other way?</span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span style="text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: transparent; "></span></span><br /><span style="font-size: small; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">718 Farm + Table</span><span style="font-size: small; background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> New Year’s Day Brunch </span><br /><span style="font-size: small; background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">January 1st, 2012 at 2pm</span><br /><span style="font-size: small; background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">255 McKibben St., Bushwick, Brooklyn</span><br /><span style="font-size: small; background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">$40</span><span style="font-size: small; background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">/person</span><br /><span style="font-size: 15px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: transparent; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: small; background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Price includes </span><span style="font-size: small; background-color: transparent; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">4-course brunch, coffee and mulled apple cider</span><span style="font-size: small; background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">. </span></div><div style="text-decoration: none; font-size: small; background-color: transparent; "><b style="white-space: normal; "><span style="background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; "><br /></span></b></div><div style="text-decoration: none; font-size: small; background-color: transparent; "><b style="white-space: normal; "><span style="background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; ">Service starts promptly at </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap; ">2pm.</span></b></div><div style="text-decoration: none; font-size: small; white-space: normal; background-color: transparent; "><span style="background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Limited seating. Reservations are </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">required</span><span style="background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> for this private, ticketed event. </span></div><div style="text-decoration: none; font-size: small; white-space: normal; background-color: transparent; "><span style="background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">For more info and tickets for the very first</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> 718 Farm + Table</span><span style="background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> event on January 1st, simply email:</span><br /><a href="mailto:sunday.seveneighteen@gmail.com" target="_blank"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 153); background-color: transparent; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">sunday.seveneighteen@gmail.com</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> </span></div></span></div>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-84933612988653972502011-09-19T07:08:00.000-07:002011-09-19T07:38:59.334-07:00POTLUCK!!<span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;">I am honored to be the guest chef for the The Laundromat Project's 2nd Annual Public Art Potluck!! This organization is immensely important and a great resource for all 5 boroughs and even Jersey! Read all about them on their site, linked below, and find tickets at Eventbrite.com, also linked below. </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;">I am not giving away the whole menu yet...you know I like to keep that in my pocket until after the jump. However, my teasers might be enough to get you interested in supporting this incredible group of artists! </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;">I'll be whipping up the most extravagant "Taco Bar", a vast spread of build-your-own deliciousness, with:</span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;">Stout Carnitas, Coffee-roasted Pulled Chicken and Roasted Veggie Melange </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;" ><br />wrapped in your choice of:</span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;">Gluten-free Herbed Waffles, Steamed Cabbage or Fresh Corn Tortillas </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;" ><br />With a host of fresh salsa, relishes, sauces and slaws to fill your creation to the brim with layers of big flavor and local ingredients!</span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;">Let's cut to the chase, the big draw here is dessert! This may be the best request I've ever gotten, and one that I am excited to grant! You all know I've been doing the crazy bacon limit pushing for sometime now, but the takes the cake, or rather, candy. </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold; font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;" >BACON COTTON CANDY</span><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;">, that is. Yes. You read it correctly. I'm whipping up a special flavor of bacon just right for these clouds of sugar! </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;">I can't wait for this event! Please head over to eventbrite.com today or come buy tickets at the door! </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:100%;" >The Laundromat Project </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><a href="http://www.laundromatproject.org/" target="_blank">www.laundromatproject.org</a> </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="5"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>Thursday, September 29, 2011 | 6pm-9pm</strong><br /> 2nd Annual Public Art Potluck <br /> Taller Boricua Puerto Rican Workshop<br /> Julia De Burgos Latino Cultural Center <br /> 1680 Lexington Avenue (and 106th Street) <br /> New York, NY 10029<br /> <br /> <strong>Tickets | $35</strong> includes dinner and drinks</span></span></td> <td colspan="2" style="text-align:center"> <span size="3"><a href="http://cts.vresp.com/c/?TheLaundromatProject/a3136e961e/17d499c927/a567d6a52a" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.blogger.com/post-edit.g?blogID=5865006273039765680&postID=8493361298865397250&from=pencil" alt="Buy Your Dinner Ticket Here" style="width:200px;min-height:69px" title="Buy Your Dinner Ticket Here" align="none" border="0" height="69" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="200" /></a></span></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="4"> <span size="3"><span style="font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><strong>2011 Create Change Public Artists in Residence</strong><br /> Hector Canonge, LaTasha N. Nevada Diggs, Jabari Owens-Bailey, Karina Aguilera Skvirsky, and Micki Watanabe Spiller<br /> <br /> <strong>2011 Create Change Professional Development Fellows</strong><br /> Aliya Bonar, Elvira Clayton, Sonia Davis, Uraline Septembre Hager, Jessie Henson, Gisela Isuaste, Bianca Mona, and Piero Passacantando</span></span></td></tr></tbody></table>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-71423223887843899472011-09-08T16:49:00.000-07:002011-09-08T16:56:35.210-07:00New Boat (back in action part 2)<span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:'Times New Roman';font-size:medium;"><div style="background- ;color:transparent;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/dIjflaiBCk9e7GpmSihxMzUn9jHwkZr4aEwIZEgfpR7LKV2eTLjTUg5A-20p0Ri00DCtDw82zhoeNqvGgf3DfS4eAHKNZwyBBvuM91jXf_lZjCZ0EyI" width="350px;" height="247px;" id="internal-source-marker_0.3642817558720708" /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:14pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">What began as a one-off experiment has now become my main project! Beginning with early season celebration back in the spring, this summer of the Farm & Table Project blossomed into a traveling dinner party that graced tables from Seattle to San Francisco. I have had an indescribable amount of fun scouring the farmer’s market in Olympia, WA just as much as my beloved NYC Greenmarkets and the historic Ferry Plaza in SF. This project has been exactly what I had hoped it would be-a sort of combination of the most fulfilling parts of the larger events and private tastings I have been doing, with a layer of personalization of the discussion around accessibility to local foods-but it has turned out to be so much more than I could have imagined. I have been humbled by the experience of becoming a traveling private chef over the last 5 months, carrying only my knives along on the journey. It has been an incredible challenge as a young chef, and rising to the occasion has honed my blades and set my sights on even bigger goals. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">As a transient one-man band in this field of rock star butchers and chefs, it is exciting to look forward to continuing to build The Ethical Butcher projects with this new dimension to my work. I am honored to enter each home to meet, not just the few who attend “foodie” events often, but friends and families just coming together to share an experience. I have stood in the stupor of exhausted and incredulous glee as unashamed moans and “tink-tink” are all that break the contented silence of a dozen people in the next room. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Months into the project, I am also completely amazed nothing has gone awry yet! Schleping through NYC subways in early summer humidity, depending on Craigslist rideshares to get me from one end of the expansive West coast to the other, and rocking 3- and 4- course meals solo-style from menu to sourcing to prep to service, I’ve more than stacked the decks. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">NOTHING would go so smoothly if I didn’t have the invaluable support of friends, both in the food biz and out, and the downright asskickingness of my readers and their friends is indisputable. The Farm & Table Project has been so successful because of the scores of people who have have been gathering around those aforementioned tables over the course of the project. THANK YOU! As I’ve already returned to some of you for round #2 dinners already, I hope to see many more of you next time I’m in your city! In the meantime, as I look forward to this season of harvest and abundance, and even further down to the holidays, I am focusing on streamlining some projects, expanding others and developing long-term goals for The Ethical Butcher. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Today, a summer of rejuvenation, creativity and inspiration has me ready to roll out the fall season of the Farm & Table Project!</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">First up...NYC Farm & Table Project September 15-October 5!!!!</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">My computer dying in May just before I set out on my summer travels means it’s been a while since I’ve been able to post any menus or photos. I also traveled much of the summer without a photographer -a true disgrace to the blogosphere, I know. To jog memories and fill in the blanks on this summer of food fun, I’ve included a few photos of dishes and lists of a few more things I’ve been slapping on tables lately. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">So, scroll down and take a look, wipe the drool and then check the details below to get your dinner booked! </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></div><div style="color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:14pt;"></span><br /></span></div><div style="color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">F I R S T S & S E C O N D S</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:6;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: pre-wrap;font-size:24px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></b></span></span></p><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: normal; white-space: normal; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/Pk792iBEsmYOAMr266egHsRAowjoVu9jl0IwZMzFHu4PB6cQHRa8eWE1P12M0R7JHJRKRNawaD0rReBDanWyPWOdPbDxYWpbqK18w7SgnVAE01fYtqI" width="375px;" height="250px;" /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/OF-zuwxIGZ1SzwyIIkrBGRV2sMnpVATf_Hnj-ZNyhXAmkkaXBFsP2KR8SYfRo7CxHR-VwRYv9EVjVOLAAmQg_eXGsb5GmTsmkHreTzvYqYF5cDer3lA" width="234px;" height="156px;" /></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">L: </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Grilled Pretzels Spears with Grilled Fruit and Lemon-Basil Butter</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">R: </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Trio of Gazpacho with Grilled Pretzel --</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">roasted beet-fennel, mint-cucumber-lemon, and watermelon-pink peppercorn</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">more starters...</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Michelada Mussels with Elotes and Grilled Bread</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Summer Pea Salad-</span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">English peas, sugar snap peas, snow peas and amaranth greens in rhubarb vinaigrette</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Pomegranate Molasses Popcorn with Sour Plum and Mustard Raba Salad</span></span></div><div style="color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; "></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:130%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: pre-wrap;font-size:15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/0kZ2ShwfbtxK1DyTNA94FBfKJvoc2GM3VF48bsSuX93Qe_5cKxhFkY6orOcSYpi6k4I-Kmd7qbwseAZaW0BqokcG0cQtVqZvpL-fbiifuQL_n-8PUos" width="324px;" height="244px;" /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/9f1_cmcDABLEU4G_0SOfyZDGgOp7vlWzvtYetB5yr8z2YPaXyRipUJ-IP4MkygknAkPyi_5MBY2VW-xsRniYa0YZKf8bYO_gJ7cXKiDrqqEIdtZpTYw" width="259px;" height="258px;" /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">L:</span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Rose-Pork Baklava with Grilled Garlic Scapes in Gin Vinaigrette--</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:10pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">almonds, cashews, honey, herbs & local organic rose petals, layered with pork liver, heart & kidneys </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">R:</span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Spring Walla Walla, Nettle and Chinese Cilantro Fritatta with Grilled Garlic Scapes</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span><br /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/RztFSkKwBVZXoMq-MDvb1KmqM8Hk4PueNZaOY-fBvp7R-jZNO0DBLOpXb0OInNotEP0pVd2zpBNvrYKN42zeUVdk4cUlBO8HIM3oWCgZQPFlGYHuVx4" width="584px;" height="390px;" /></span></div><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; font-size:15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">A mouthful! Heirloom Radish, Mizuna & Mustard Raba & Baby Bok Choi in Caramelized Lemon Vinaigrette with Cumin-Chinese Cilantro Goat Panna Cotta and Piquant Peach, Rose and Bacon Popcorn </span></span></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">and more...</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Roasted Beet, Fennel and Bing Cherry Gazpacho with Lavender-Sage Grilled Toasts</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Heirloom Tomatoes on Himalayan Pink Salt Slab</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Pickled Plum and Pea Shoots</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Grilled Purple Potatoes with Toasted Cumin Butter</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Thai Coconut Mussels in a Bed of Spiced Yam Chips</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; "></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:130%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: pre-wrap;font-size:15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/khFWAkGX0zhDceLqLFoJIi7EeP4HFB8EDZ2VdIz2ZZJreZ5O_9AqBVPhgdhk4QOxt79UeXXIObIAWYS7xkWyWAGAeYIGDwPcPtm33OI0uAomGq-S5Dw" width="318px;" height="212px;" /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/Rk_uwE0mr9n2vVPxTHnbImOGXmY-FFk4LDeXyN530hzuuOQLIbrohPWBgdUkFE57nNKCr3aQ5F-Q4-z8jeBS85ytyRQJQN3bLG72F6WIEz37PpubnNM" width="284px;" height="234px;" /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">L: </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Trio of Crostini and Mussels with Green Garlic, White Wine & Oregon White Truffles and Mustard Raba-Black Radish Salad</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">R: </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Chocolate Cake for Breakfast- </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">stout cake toasts with rhubarb-port bacon jam and cocoa-chili whip</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">M A I N S</span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span><br /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/PtfvrrvTDfv5KrhNuPDcXamFP6jPx7N2bkVtLtYHn-wqocp18DamqJ-MfRGxRrzqZsDTL1kAf6l38BynbFVL0Gn0ME2M1dELfsukC5gTRnjOpaGEqIk" width="300px;" height="200px;" /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/5hxt-etfQ5fxtHSp3h2C7iLGut6i-qnqnojGo4Gr2Ke_q_u1jfb3KoR3Xu8VEA628dA4X1A0wuejmRLzn71wZP96d09yUfeQNNWtzeVHZAkwGws1eBo" width="301px;" height="201px;" /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">L: </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Rosewater & Fig Spare Ribs with Rapini</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">R:</span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Smoky Stout Carnitas with Coconut-braised Red Russian Kale, Spicy Citrus Radicchio and Red Beet Slaw, Black Pepper-seared Strawberries and Avocado Relish</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">some of the meatiest morsels...</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Dry-roasted Ribs with Fig Sauce and Coconut-braised Greens</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Dukkah-crusted Smoked Pork Chops</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Oatmeal Stout Carnitas with Gold Beet/Treviso Slaw, Avocado-Charentais Melon-Jalapeno </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Relish, Peach Pasilla Salsa</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Horseradish and Kale-stuffed Pork Shoulder Roast with White Wine Sauce and Dueling Beets</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Pistachio-crusted Lamb Lollipops over Floral Slaw-</span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">napa, chrysanthemum greens, nasturtiums, johnny jump-ups in kumquat vinaigrette</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Spice-rubbed Roasted Lamb Sirloin with Braised Komatsuna and Queen of Vegetables</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Yuzu-Blackberry-Scallion Sausage with Green Garlic Potatoes and Spiced Whip</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Stout-soaked Sightglass Coffee-crusted Chicken with Tequila-glazed Grilled Padrones</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Thai Coconut Fried Chicken with Habenero Pickled Plums</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">D E S S E R T S</span></span></p><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: normal; white-space: normal; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/i4Z_l-X-nPaijkeJmZvwOLcYSycVztBnx_2aPpmTlFodPRVAni0wC3EMuGZqWs8N-dwb-pwvME28jZtHH4MaaCMTvsrzJy40dVXOE6W1oVdrBvDs5qA" width="289px;" height="193px;" /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/H7z2uebRhIECoCssjh2R0GBFE9qujBIloUnee2g4Ql5_1qAgc2XH8uad4ogoOJHG2wJsT0DpUWTH502QBhZ4CqIQoTOIKo-exsvZ76R-ENP4Gv8IhPM" width="292px;" height="194px;" /></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">L: </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Smoky Chocolate Stout Cake with Stout Berries and Fifty Licks Tahitian Vanilla Ice Cream</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">R: </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Turkish Affogato with Rose-Almond Puffs- </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Intelligentsia organic Anjilanaka coffee </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">over Fifty Licks lemon-saffron coconut sorbet. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">a few more ways to end a meal...</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Grilled Nectarine with Dirty Pretzels and Julep Whip</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">maple candied dry-toasted crushed pretzel</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Cheese Course-</span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Cocoa Sheep’s Milk Panna Cotta with Fresh Tayberry Smash, Grilled Peaches, Bourbon-roasted Mixed Nuts & an assortment of soft and hard cheeses served with Sweet Crostini. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Grilled Figs with Chocolate Crinkle Spears and Port Whip</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Tequila-Burnt Lime Creme Brulee</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:18pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/bJ8hLR21ssN5JFnhqQnUxEalAOhKtL1GYQFOcoJ56M-Lneu_zNvfLrrqEBCThXWLg_dWNRrv-Y7nt3Sy7LUy9vocGFpNbeMbBdP2hQ1TfUNfKcan10k" width="304px;" height="326px;" /></span></div><div style="color:transparent;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-style: italic; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Grilled Apricots with Woodlands Ricotta Ice Cream and Cocoa Nib-Bacon Crumble</span></span></div><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">(first from scratch ice cream! ricotta, fresh herbs and lavender, bourbon, honey)</span></div></span></div><div style="background- ;color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; "></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; "></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:130%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: pre-wrap;font-size:15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/QJR9N7ENcq_QAs2MNH2oBczUNaDz4Mr0dYbZRA7t1C8Uhkc_hGkjrOSPOTugc15YhRdvg4bmbuWXp40Jtc0P6-Bd7ffdh4pWmk5BtXL6rGMx6IH9SaQ" width="381px;" height="279px;" /></span></span></div></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">I’ll admit, this isn’t from a dinner. It is the one meal of this summer I keep thinking back to, shared with a dear friend on Martha’s Vineyard the morning after a raging thunderstorm. </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> Buttered orange peel ciabatta piled high with local crabcake, ginger gold beets and arugula and a perfectly heavily-peppered over-medium egg. Heaven. I should cook for myself more often...</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span></p><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Your</span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">NYC Farm & Table Project </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">dinner will begin well ahead of time with a private menu consultation. Using the menu created together, local ingredients are sourced for your meal from local farms and markets. The day of your dinner, simply have your dining table set, kitchen free and clean and ready to be taken over at the predetermined time. Then sit back, wait for guests to arrive and savor the aromas wafting in the air as a three-course dinner brimming with the season’s best ingredients is lovingly prepared in your own home. Or, head out for the day and come home to a spread of decadence! Brunches are also a great option for weekends! Local meats and produce will, as always, will be the highlight of the meal. Expect to see breads, jams, ice creams and other local foods featured as well!</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Check out the prices and details below and then contact </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> to participate in </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">NYC Farm & Table September 15- October 5. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Feasts are only $25-45/person!! Book yours today!</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:12pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">NYC Farm & Table Project</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">3 courses-</span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">first, main, dessert</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Feast for 2-$90</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Feast for 4-$160</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Feast for 8-$240</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Feast for 12- $300</span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:12pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">*New for NYC! Weekend Brunch!*</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">5-8 small plates-style dishes and one main course. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">$30/person, limited to 4-10 guests. </span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> Early Bird Special- 10% off all feasts booked by September 16th!!</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Not at all small print:</span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> Dates are open from September 15th to October 5th. Full payment is due at menu consultation to confirm date. All dinners are 3 courses (1st, main, dessert), brunches are served tapas-style with number of dishes determined by total number of guests. No beverages are included in meal and should be provided by host. Soy, nut & gluten-free diets are easily accommodated and all dietary concerns will be discussed during consultation. While main courses will be a carnivore’s dream, side dishes are often vegetarian, vegan and even raw. Vegetarian entree can be added to the menu for small fee. Price includes consultation meeting, ingredient sourcing, meal preparation, kitchen clean up and table service for up to 12 people. Table service for larger parties and the addition of courses can be arranged at an additional charge.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Contact at </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></span><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> to schedule consultation and dinner or inquire about rates for larger parties.</span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;font-size:11pt;"></span><br /></span><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Whew! That was a doosie! Now that I am back in the culinary cyberworld, it’ll much easier to keep up with the latest projects and events! Thanks for your support of The Ethical Butcher projects over the years. The rest of this year holds even more big moves and new adventures and this here bloggity blog is where to find out about them. Til next time...</span></span></div></div></span>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-72520243380031329092011-09-08T16:46:00.000-07:002011-09-08T16:48:59.166-07:00New Boat (back in action part 1)<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><div style="background-color: transparent; "><span id="internal-source-marker_0.3642817558720708" style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Back in cyberseafaring condition and I’ve got lots to catch up on! Let’s just jump right in! </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Early this summer, Summer Beats & Bacon took place in both SF and Portland. Sold out venues were packed with a total of 90 bacon tasters sampling 10 flavors in 24 ways as DJs played hits!! However, while Portland and Bay Area bacon lovers knew the deal and moved fast on tickets, Seattle was a bit luckluster in its bacon affinity. Coming off of two sold out events, I didn’t want to lose steam with a rare slow-selling event, so, I pulled the plug and did private dinners instead. Sorry Sea-town!</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Both events were a raucous whirlwind of a farewell-for-now to the Bacon Gospel. Two years of tastings and bacon subscriptions and bacon making lessons into the project, I am so proud of the more than 100 flavors of bacon I have now etched into my little black book. Back when I started the Bacon Gospel, 100 flavors was my lofty goal. Now that I’ve exceeded it and have yet to see anyone out there trying to capitalize on the technique I’ve been perfecting, I am putting those secrets back in my pocket. Starting from scratch with these slabs, making each infused spirit and candied lemon by hand, dreaming up flavors and pushing the expectations for one of our most favored and traditional foods has been just the culinary alchemy that thrills me. Yet, for the foreseeable future, those magical slabs will be available for purchase only for those who book Farm & Table dinners. To be sure, while I focus on other projects that have been waiting in the wings, I may bring the bacon out of the vault when you least expect it...but, for now, here’s a peek at the last tastings of The Bacon Gospel. </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">PDX Flavors:</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Hold Your Horses</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">(BCN/PDX Fridays! Members Choice)</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">3 Mustards, Fresh Horseradish, Brown Sugar,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Pickled Garlic</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Coming Up Roses</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Organic Local Rose Petals, Lavender, St. Germain, Gin, Thyme, Sage, White Peony Tea</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Rhubarb Hill</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Caramelized Lemon and Rhubarb, Gold Beets, Ginger, Pomegranate Molasses, Nutmeg</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Summer Storms</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Watermelon, Gin, Black Peppercorns</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Heat Wave</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Tequila, Plums, Jalapeno, Serrano, Habenero and Roasted Pasilla Peppers</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><div style="background-color: transparent; "><br /></div><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Tasting Menu:</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Miang Kham-</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Black Pepper-seared Strawberries, Fresh Horseradish, Melon, Serrano and Jalapeno Peppers, Fried Shallots, Fried Red Onion, Fresh Red Onion, Ginger, Toasted Coconut, Toasted Cashews and Hazelnuts</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">1. Coming Up Roses</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> Herb Bundles</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">with Gin Vinaigrette</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">2. Hold Your Horses</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> Candied Sweet Potatoes with Cumin Whip</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">3. Coming Up Roses</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> & Jaegermeister Figs</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">4. Summer Storm</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> Buckwheat Waffles</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">with Lemon-Balsamic Redux</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">5. Heat Wave </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">and </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">6. Rhubarb Hill</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> Tacos</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">with Avocado Relish or Toasted Coriander 2-milk Yogurt Sauce</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">7. Hold Your Horses</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> and</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> 8. Rhubarb Hill </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Open-face Sammies</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">with Lemon Fromage Blanc or Pomegranate Molasses Mustard</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">9. Heat Wave</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">-Almond-Cocoa Nib Crumble,</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">10. Summer Storms</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> Shards and Limoncello Whip</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">11. Rhubarb Hill</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> and </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">12. Summer Storms</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> Candied Popcorn</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/Wi-kakPdwVBm06RPOBnYXWgm4c2WLOKpB_DFyxoxx3f651eU3iiacMByGpFfnjCug4hhMuIsbMzDID1jmeIewkbm0bDK6qVlDRH-88HCc3YefukZU18" width="160px;" height="296px;" /> <img src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/DX6H889ev_tuRaKM7zxAH2GsZX1sopYINOKzL3H3SkbNYBW5Z3TW1IYaVEanQgC3BCwxdcPdSf47-0S4CM6gtw8sJ9hB8S0lQ57UosTVnrvxoqR-Uss" width="274px;" height="300px;" /></div><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">SF Flavors:</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">The Beach House</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Strawberries, Cherries, Fresh Sage, Pink Peppercorns, Gin and Rosewater</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Three Islands</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Lime and Shredded Coconut and Triple Ginger</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">(</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">fresh, dried & crystallized ginger</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">)</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Desert Sweet Tea</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Rooibos Chai Tea, Fresh Turkey Figs, Toasted Coriander, Fennel and Cumin Seeds</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Beet Feat</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Red and Gold Beets, Fresh Dill, Mustard Seed and Onion</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Christmas in July</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Brandy, Cocoa Nibs, and 5 chiles</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">(Sightglass coffee-soaked habenero, chipotle & ancho chiles, fresh serrano & jalapeno chiles)</span><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span></p><span style="font-size: 18pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><div style="background-color: transparent; "><br /></div><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Tasting Menu:</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span></p><span style="font-size: 18pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">1. Beet Feat </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">and</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> 2. The Beach House </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">& Pomegranate-Black Pepper Popcorn</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">3. Three Islands </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">and </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">4. Desert Sweet Tea </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Miang Kham</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Galia Melon, Toasted Coconut, Fried Red Onion, Fresh White Cipiollinis, Herbed Citrus, Ginger, Roasted Cashews & Filberts and Serrano Chiles </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">wrapped in Napa Leaves</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Grilled</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> 5. The Beach House </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">and</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> 6. Desert Sweet Tea </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">with Crostini</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">7. Christmas in July </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">and</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> 8. Beet Feat </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Tacos</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">9. Desert Sweet Tea </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">and</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> 10. Three Islands </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Grilled Kabobs</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">*toppings*</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Cherry Mustard, Black Carrot-Bok Slaw, Avocado Relish, Black Pepper-seared Strawberries</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Two-milk Panna Cotta with </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">11. The Beach House </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Swizzle Sticks and Tequila-Lime Sauce</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">12. Christmas in July </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Maple Pretzel Dream with Sightglass Coffee Whip</span></p><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Seattle, you missed out!! See you next time!</span></p></div></span>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-75426598749061155812011-08-03T10:02:00.000-07:002011-08-03T10:21:10.532-07:00No Boat.That's me. A blogger with no computer, like a sailor with no boat. I'm coming up on month two of no computer, deep in summer travel and trying to make the best use of the tiny windows of time I am graced with by people who own working computers. (Thanks, Tia.) <div><br /></div><div>Buuutt..the fantastic thing is that my work doesn't start or stop at this blog. This is just the bulletin board, folks. While mouthwatering photos and menus haven't been appearing in recent posts, they've still been appearing on tables in SF, Seattle, Olympia and Portland. The past weeks have been full of Summer Beats and Bacon fun and Farm & Table dinners up and down the west coast. I've also taken up hunting while enjoying my California summer, in preparation for a big wild boar hunt in October, just before the Good Food Awards! </div><div><br /></div><div>Oh, and The Ethical Butcher will officially be based out of Brooklyn, NY as of September. I'm deep in transnational relocation world, for the 3rd time, and loving it. I can't wait to unleash a whole new set of dreams and plans on that concrete jungle! Yep, I'm busy..when I'm back in Internetland with a cyber-seafaring vehicle (new laptop), I'll fill in all the blanks in salivating detail.</div><div><br /></div><div>In the meantime, folks in the SF Bay Area: I've added yet another set of dates to the Bay Farm & Table Project!!! Email for info on booking your own private feast cooked by yours truly!</div><div><br /></div><div>Available dates are: August 5 & 7-11!!</div><div><div> </div></div>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-82561161083407193822011-07-06T16:47:00.000-07:002011-07-06T17:12:53.944-07:00Last Stop.<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5Plm9ePEkEJ7OC2aj7O7Q8mwdDfKW2adwdQpyX1AvEPO9GTVlH1afLK3jQyRzt7kechaSbKhpAgN75J8f_jiJWBMdNcNvH52fNnxFBmw0vZe4WjGSNzbG19XDfLV3wVIagEmwSnm9PIk/s1600/summerbeats%252Bcopy.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 236px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5Plm9ePEkEJ7OC2aj7O7Q8mwdDfKW2adwdQpyX1AvEPO9GTVlH1afLK3jQyRzt7kechaSbKhpAgN75J8f_jiJWBMdNcNvH52fNnxFBmw0vZe4WjGSNzbG19XDfLV3wVIagEmwSnm9PIk/s400/summerbeats%252Bcopy.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5626393192069135762" border="0" /></a><br /><br /></div>Two of three Summer Beats & Bacon events have gone down and I am honing in on my last destination in this early summer tour. Sorry to the bacon fiends of SF and Portland, but Seattle's crowd will be the lucky ones to enjoy the creme brulee station! The full menus and bacon flavors of the Summer Beats & Bacon tour will not be posted until after Seattle's event, but both events featured a wide range of bacon coma-inducing treats and so far 9 new flavors and one BCN/PDX Member Choice have been shared. From savory nibbles like bacon tacos and grilled bacon kabobs to sinful sweets like pretzel bacon dream (maple-candied pretzel & bacon crumble with coffee whipped cream) and candied bacon popcorn have been presented as I take this humble, basic ingredient to new places. You will never see bacon the same way again!<br /><br />The DJs have been a fun addition to these events, playing everything from soul to cumbia as folks munched on meaty goodness. I can't wait to hear what General Meow has in store for us!<br /><br />Both Portland and San Francisco's events were SOLD OUT! Seattle, reserve your passes to this private tasting by contacting: theethicalbutcher@gmail.com!!<br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'lucida grande',tahoma,verdana,arial,sans-serif;font-size:11px;" ><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b>Seattle, WA<br /></b>July 21st at Faire Gallery Cafe<br />1351 East Olive Way<br />with DJ General Meow (Rapture, Soul-Fi)<br /><br />$25/person or 2/$40 presale, $30/person at door</span></span><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'lucida grande',tahoma,verdana,arial,sans-serif;font-size:11px;" ><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">ALL Summer Beats & Bacon tastings begin at 8 pm, doors open at 730 pm.<br /><br />*Price includes entry and food. Cash bar 21*<br /><br /></span></span></span></div></span></span><br />For those in the Bay who missed the event or would like to enjoy another round of local meaty delights, book a date with me and enjoy a few courses in your very own home! <a href="http://http//ethicalbutcher.blogspot.com/2011/07/bay-farm-table-project.html">http://ethicalbutcher.blogspot.com/2011/07/bay-farm-table-project.html</a><br /><br />On another note...check out this great little bit of press on TODAY!!<br /><br /><a href="http://http//today.msnbc.msn.com/id/43549229/ns/today-food/t/some-vegetarians-beat-humane-retreat-back-meat/">http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/43549229/ns/today-food/t/some-vegetarians-beat-humane-retreat-back-meat/</a>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-23184769993234280062011-07-03T09:25:00.000-07:002011-07-04T12:44:08.191-07:00The Bay Farm & Table Project<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" id="internal-source-marker_0.6717010723972459" >This summer has already proven itself to be a BUSY one! The Summer Beats & Bacon tour is ⅔ of the way complete, both Portland and SF events sold out and were a blast!! I had such a good time at the SF event a few days ago, that I have already set new dates for another round of fun with Bay Area food lovers. You’ve had the famed bacon, now its time to unleash the culinary beast! I’ll be in and out of the Bay through July and August, so there are plenty of opportunities to nab a date and get the whole shebang!</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-weight: bold;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >The Bay Farm & Table Project runs from July 5th-8th AND July 27th-August 7th</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">!!!</span><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >Highlighting the seasonal bounty of summer, </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Bay Farm & Table Project</span></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" > will be gracing the kitchens and dining rooms of the SF Bay Area with a week of home feasts with local foods. I’ll be private chef’ing it up for a lucky few omnivores and documenting the ingredients, menus and magical meals to be shared over the course of the project! With no computer (mine died last month), I am behind on posting menus and photos from the many other Portland and NYC dinners that have happened. But, you can look at previous posts for mouthwatering proof of the meals Portlanders enjoyed during their run of dinners!</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >The Farm & Table Project has been a thrilling new experiment for The Ethical Butcher projects and a perfect way to bring the special atmosphere of my popular events to homes. These intimate and familial dinners hold great conversations and become an educational exchange for all involved. This not only serves as a great introduction for me to the Bay Area food world and all you locavores and carnephiles out there, but an opportunity for consumers to talk about the obstacles, challenges and rewards of buying foods they trust. It is the matured manifestation of all of the previous Ethical Butcher projects. Making good food more than something to be reveled in on special occasion, these intimate gatherings have been convincing diners that EVERYONE can eat well. Local foods aren’t just a fad, and they aren’t to be held out of reach by high costs and elitist attitudes.<span style="font-weight: bold;"> </span></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Bay Farm & Table Project </span></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >brings the bounty of the season to your table in a way that is inviting, fun, and just plain delicious! </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >The menus are inspired by local ingredients and the flavor preferences of each dinner’s host(s) and are all over the place with unique flavor combinations and creative twists on old faves. The first two rounds of the Farm & Table Project set the bar high with dishes like Pimm’s Pork Three Ways, Grilled Bacon Steaks, Chocolate Stout Carnitas, Candied Rose & Bacon Popcorn, Coffee-roasted Chicken, Chocolate Cake for Breakfast, Elderflower Coconut-poached Halibut, Toasted Fennel & Grapefruit Panna Cotta, Lamb Two Ways with Fig Sauce, Blackberry-Scallion Duck Sausage and a slew of seasonal veggies that </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >almost</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" > rivaled their meaty counterparts. Every menu is completely unique and personal, so hosting a </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-weight: bold;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:tblack;" >Bay Farm & Table Project</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" > dinner is the best way to have your every flavor whim satisfied. In your own home!</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >Think you can’t afford to eat local foods, or doubt the culinary superiority of fresh food from local farms? Want to learn a new butchery or cooking technique, hear stories from my travels, chat about the evils of large agribusiness or debate the relevance of Micheal Pollan? Perhaps it’s just time to skip the restaurant and have a luxurious meal with friends at home without any of the work? </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >Between </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">July 5th-8th AND July 27th-August 7th</span> </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >you can open your home and kitchen to take part in<span style="font-weight: bold;"> </span></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">The Bay Farm & Table Project</span>!!</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><div style="text-align: center; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size:100%;"><img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/z45Tazr69IV3J216utx-t2LIfmnCtPkKW6lOqGB0EXHTwNrkv9c1xz2es6BxWhcIgRFgjA58OiyssOvULJmWSlKw5UmELMLWloh504ybyMP2ILs1kNY" height="331px;" width="305px;" /><br /></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="background-font-weight:bold;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;" >Dinner at Magruder Ranch, June 2010. Photo by Alison Picard. </span></p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >Your dinner will begin well ahead of time with a private menu consultation. Using the menu created together, Berlin will then source all of the local ingredients for your meal from local farms and markets. The day of your dinner, simply have your dining table set, kitchen free and clean and ready to be taken over at the predetermined time. Then sit back, wait for guests to arrive and savor the aromas wafting in the air as a three-course dinner brimming with the early season’s best ingredients is lovingly prepared in your own home. Or, head out for the day and come home to a spread of decadence! Brunches are also a great option for weekends! Local meats and produce will, as always, will be the highlight of the meal. Expect to see breads, jams, ice creams and other local foods featured as well. Check out the details below and then contact </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><a href="mailto:theethicalbutcher@gmail.com"><span style="background-font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:Georgia;" >theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></a></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" > to participate in </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-weight: bold;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >The Bay Farm & Table Project. </span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="background-font-weight:bold;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;" >The Bay Farm & Table Project feasts are 3 courses: </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="background-font-weight:normal;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;" >an appetizer or small plate, main course and dessert.</span></p><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="background-font-weight:bold;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;" >Feast for 2-$90 </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="background-font-weight:bold;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;" >Feast for 4-$160</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="background-font-weight:bold;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;" >Feast for 8-$240 </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="background-font-weight:bold;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;" >Feast for 12- $300 </span></p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;"><span style="background-font-weight:bold;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;" >Early Bird Special</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;"><span style="background-font-weight:bold;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;" >*10% discount for feasts booked/confirmed by Friday, July 8th!*</span></p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >Not at all small print:</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" > Dates are open from <span style="font-weight: bold;">July 5th-8th and July 27th-August 7th</span>. Full payment is due at menu consultation to confirm date. All dinners are 3 courses (1st, main, dessert), brunches are served tapas-style with number of dishes (5-10) determined by total number of guests. No beverages are included in meal and should be provided by host. Soy, nut & gluten-free diets are easily accommodated and other dietary concerns will be discussed during consultation. While main courses will surely be a carnivore’s dream, most side dishes are vegetarian or vegan. Vegetarian entree can be added to the menu for small fee. Dinner price includes consultation, ingredient sourcing, meal preparation, kitchen clean up and table service for up to 12 people. Gratuity is not included and is customary but not mandatory. Table service for larger parties and the addition of courses can be arranged at an additional charge.</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-weight: bold;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" >Contact at </span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><a href="mailto:theethicalbutcher@gmail.com"><span style="background-font-weight:bold;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:underline;vertical-align:baseline;font-family:Georgia;" >theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></a></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;font-family:Georgia;font-size:100%;color:black;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;"> to schedule consultation and dinner or inquire about rates for larger parties.</span> </span>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-22053916274129599562011-06-14T13:21:00.000-07:002011-06-14T13:30:58.687-07:00SF is SOLD OUT!!!!!<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjONVvBgej7F2ueFEoa50yOV5iQcPOnkCqQ7iNZY83SREiWnxpX0a5FdPVlGr8jNb9zKaDVlvPJzkyodhWJU94_9E54LWPEAZsynEegACdywUt0zqhYNp9CoT9HpljmK-J-3k-Uuq76_qo/s1600/summerbeats+copy.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 236px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjONVvBgej7F2ueFEoa50yOV5iQcPOnkCqQ7iNZY83SREiWnxpX0a5FdPVlGr8jNb9zKaDVlvPJzkyodhWJU94_9E54LWPEAZsynEegACdywUt0zqhYNp9CoT9HpljmK-J-3k-Uuq76_qo/s400/summerbeats+copy.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618173571640005042" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">The June 30th tasting at Avedano's is now officially<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#660000;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#990000;">SOLD OUT!!</span> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">There are still a few pair of tickets for Portland's June 20th tasting, but only a few days to get them at their presale prices! Tickets will remain at presale tickets until this Sunday. There's still plenty of time before the Seattle tasting in July, but tickets are moving fast!</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Contact: theethicalbutcher@gmail.com for info on reservations for these private tasting parties!</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-weight: bold; line-height: 15px; font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:medium;">Portland, OR</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 15px; "><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:medium;">June 20th at Saraveza (Backspace)</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-size:medium;">5433 N. Michigan Ave.</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><div style="text-align: center;">with DJ Beyonda (MRS., I’ve Got a Hole in My Soul, Buck ‘n’ Bounce)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">$25/person or 2/$40 presale, $30/person at door*</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></span><b><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-size:medium;">San Francisco, CA </span></div></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><div style="text-align: center;">June 30th at Avedano’s Udder Room</div><div style="text-align: center;">237 Cortland Ave.</div><div style="text-align: center;">with DJ Nolita Selector (Fruitcake SF, Animal Style, BOSS!)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#990000;">SOLD OUT!!</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif;font-size:11px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b>Seattle, WA<br /></b>July 21st at Faire Gallery Cafe<br />1351 East Olive Way<br />with DJ General Meow (Rapture, Soul-Fi)<br /><br />$25/person or 2/$40 presale, $30/person at door</span></span><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif;font-size:11px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">ALL Summer Beats & Bacon tastings begin at 8 pm, doors open at 730 pm.<br /><br />*Price includes entry and food. Cash bar will be available at tastings in Seattle and Portland. SF guests invited to provide beverages with no corking fee.</span></span><br /></span></div></span></span></span></div>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-72229120413668622872011-06-01T13:16:00.000-07:002011-06-03T09:48:53.592-07:00Summer, Summer, Summertime!<span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;" id="internal-source-marker_0.5681131154357985"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">I'm sweating over NYC Farm & Table Project dinners as summer hits the West, it is</span></span><span style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> finally</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> time to unleash a series of events long in the making! The Bacon Gospel has been putting out rounds of seasonal flavors of bacon since winter and now, Summer Beats & Bacon is ready to get your summer off to a great start! </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Summer Beats & Bacon is an evening for bacon connoisseurs, fiends and fans alike.It’s been over a year since the BCN/PDX Fridays! launch party, the last bacon tasting held as part of the Bacon Gospel. This latest round introduces four all new flavors bursting with summer fruit and berries, floral blooms, the heat you’ve been craving through winter’s dreary days and one flavor chosen by BCN/PDX Fridays! members to be their favorite flavor over the last year of monthly bacon fairy visits. </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">FIVE flavors of this fabled local, handmade bacon will fill tables brimming with everything from bacon-candied popcorn to bacon-wrapped herb bundles. Each tasting menu will feature 12-15 bacon creations, but you can always expect a twist on the classic B.L.T.! The only letter that will stay in this mix is that big ol’ capital “B”, as the limits of this humble sandwich are pushed with grilled B.L.T. steaks, B.L.T. sticks, B.L.T. bars or a mountain of assorted mini B.L.T.s that will blow your mind! The bacon lovers of one lucky city will even see a bacon creme brulee station!! As if this all of this bacon bliss wasn’t enough, while you and your friends nosh on bacon goodness, DJs will be spinning the best cuts to keep you shuffling to the beat as you return for more meaty insanity. This isn’t a sit-down formal affair! Once the tasting is over, the party keeps going! Door prizes, raffles and bacon-themed games will add even more layers of fun to the night! </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">The best part of Summer Beats & Bacon? It is happening in THREE different cities!! </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Summer Beats & Bacon is bringing the heat to the coolest cities on the best coast through June and July! However, flavors for each city will not be announced until AFTER the tastings, so the only way to know, is to go! </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /><br /><br /></span></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/Dbf5zsiHCr15D8upcbXRuvgDIuMMiXr1RJRqRItT9vMcZq-OX8ZxuNZEcl8-qYM7VErr-_4KN9m8U_rLvpm24cLrCFX1I5zsJT9EvoxBGtdWnY-o_w" height="555px;" width="328px;" /><br /></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Portland, OR </span></b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">June 20th</span></b></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> at Saraveza (Backspace)</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">5433 N. Michigan Ave.</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">with DJ Beyonda (MRS., I’ve Got a Hole in My Soul, Buck ‘n’ Bounce)</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">$25/person or 2/$40 presale, $30/person at door*</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">San Francisco, CA </span></b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">June 30th </span></b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">at Avedano’s Udder Room </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">237 Cortland Ave.</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">with DJ Nolita Selector (Fruitcake SF, Animal Style, BOSS!)</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">$30/person PRESALE ONLY. Space VERY limited!!</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Seattle, WA </span></b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">July 21st </span></b></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">at Faire Gallery Cafe </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">1351 East Olive Way</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">with DJ General Meow (Rapture, Soul-Fi)</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">$25/person or 2/$40 presale, $30/person at door</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">ALL Summer Beats & Bacon tastings begin at 8 pm.</span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Doors open at 730 pm. </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">*Price includes entry and food. Cash bar will be available at tastings in Seattle and Portland. </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">SF guests invited to provide beverages with no corking fee.</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">To reserve your tickets for these private tasting parties, please contact </span></span></span><a href="mailto:theethicalbutcher@gmail.com"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></span></span></a><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> today! </span></span></span>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-69416093325218558022011-05-23T14:32:00.001-07:002011-05-23T15:32:13.881-07:00A Tease and The NYC Farm & Table Project<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Last night, I finished the last of this first run of dinners for The Northwest Farm & Table Project. Every single one of the nine dinners I prepared went better than I could have even imagined! This past week was a blur of six dinners that culminated in a big feast of 12 friends late last night. Today, I woke early this morning to help Tressa and her crew at Salt, Fire & Time butcher a pig and lamb for a wedding. Now, as I pack for my flight to NYC in preparation for <b>The NYC Farm & Table Project</b>, I couldn't resist throwing out a few snippets of the delectable raucous I caused this weekend among the three dinners and one brunch I whipped up. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEildwXFK30BkmLQP5Hv95osR-Xx7pN8kOuV_hve5NiKTa77blM_fa1mM4vhgQJ-kDW1sEL7RbTOBMq5jLdBr1NnRr2fYxYx9dWKIlC700oERLt4ts_5A2VQQFIjij0KqGacNi4ocbunuxM/s1600/brunch+5322+copy.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEildwXFK30BkmLQP5Hv95osR-Xx7pN8kOuV_hve5NiKTa77blM_fa1mM4vhgQJ-kDW1sEL7RbTOBMq5jLdBr1NnRr2fYxYx9dWKIlC700oERLt4ts_5A2VQQFIjij0KqGacNi4ocbunuxM/s400/brunch+5322+copy.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5610028344673040082" /></span></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEildwXFK30BkmLQP5Hv95osR-Xx7pN8kOuV_hve5NiKTa77blM_fa1mM4vhgQJ-kDW1sEL7RbTOBMq5jLdBr1NnRr2fYxYx9dWKIlC700oERLt4ts_5A2VQQFIjij0KqGacNi4ocbunuxM/s1600/brunch+5322+copy.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><b>"BLT" Steak* and Grilled Garnet Yams with Cumin-Maple Glaze and Cocoa Whipped Cream</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">*3/4 inch <b>grilled</b> steak of The Dream bacon (</span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">cocoa nibs, lime, amaretto, cardamom, vanilla bean</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">) </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">layered with:</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; ">Siberian kale with lime, </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; ">black pepper-seared strawberries,</span> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">avocado relish </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; ">and mustard raba</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXnXtBPqOelZVocfkw4OMBtOXo6uqmh_MkXt7O6Jl56KZxPnkiO_B5yz3TzKg3XeHUelyf8nbNsDD7XmHWHtHJg38dO2_MDumA346O3_pjA9VEbKWq1OkssoGpKZGQwnkmyDWCUoplpWc/s1600/brunch+5331+copy.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXnXtBPqOelZVocfkw4OMBtOXo6uqmh_MkXt7O6Jl56KZxPnkiO_B5yz3TzKg3XeHUelyf8nbNsDD7XmHWHtHJg38dO2_MDumA346O3_pjA9VEbKWq1OkssoGpKZGQwnkmyDWCUoplpWc/s400/brunch+5331+copy.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5610027824176381314" /></span></a><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><b>Rose-Cardamom Goat's Milk Panna Cotta with Lemon Balsamic Reduction</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">A few hints at the madness not yet posted:</span></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></i></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Smoky Stout Carnitas</span></i></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Rosewater & Fig Pork Ribs</span></i></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Amaretto and Horseradish-crusted Pork Belly with Fig Pate de Fruits</span></i></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Coconut & Cocoa Nib-braised Red Streak Mustard Greens</span></i></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Grilled Garlic Scapes</span></i></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Spring Walla Walla, Nettle and Chinese Cilantro Fritatta</span></i></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Turkish Affogato</span></i></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Tequila Burnt Lime Creme Brulee</span></i></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Chocolate Cake for Breakfast</span></i></div><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></i></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXnXtBPqOelZVocfkw4OMBtOXo6uqmh_MkXt7O6Jl56KZxPnkiO_B5yz3TzKg3XeHUelyf8nbNsDD7XmHWHtHJg38dO2_MDumA346O3_pjA9VEbKWq1OkssoGpKZGQwnkmyDWCUoplpWc/s1600/brunch+5331+copy.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a>I have to resist the urge to work on a post with all the menus right now (I have a flight to catch!), but these photos and menu items should keep you mouthwatering until I land in the Big Apple, ready to bring the magic to my favorite city. I will most assuredly unleash the rest of the insanity of the last week and more photos and menus to titillate folks to take part in the next run of the project. I am working on a large post about the project as a whole and in thanks to all of the farms, bakeries, picklers and others whose products I have used in this series of dinners. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">As the previous post announces, </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The NYC Farm & Table Project</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> is now on and booking dinners between </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Sunday, May 29th and Sunday, June 5th</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">New Yorkers, if you think you want one, reserve today! Dates are filling up and all consultations are happening this week. Check previous post or contact theethicalbutcher@gmail.com for details!</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihLKsUWHBn83HkRQSvGw-bDiWj80MYL8c0FikK5ffzdmigJk5K5qHJEvt7L3BZUNWjrjZELj_J1a_qbCzaneSFZbvnvTnFLLeHQMF5tNdZ6LhbVWWXEUldMCYbtDeQkX40n4uyVcz6qUU/s1600/nycfarm.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 280px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihLKsUWHBn83HkRQSvGw-bDiWj80MYL8c0FikK5ffzdmigJk5K5qHJEvt7L3BZUNWjrjZELj_J1a_qbCzaneSFZbvnvTnFLLeHQMF5tNdZ6LhbVWWXEUldMCYbtDeQkX40n4uyVcz6qUU/s400/nycfarm.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5610027699212742914" /></span></a></div></div></div>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-56723684881617493842011-05-18T15:10:00.002-07:002011-05-19T12:33:24.975-07:00Announcing: The NYC Farm & Table Project!!<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Fresh on the heels of the successful first run of The Northwest Farm & Table Project, the next installment, </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">The</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">NYC Farm & Table Project</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> is ready to take advantage of the vast diversity of New York City Greenmarkets like nobody’s business! Spring is here and its no secret that the markets in NYC are some of my favorite anywhere in the country! Exciting and new local produce abounds here in Portland and I’m just itching to see what NY farmers are bringing to the city. Making amazing, local food accessible to more people is the goal of this newest project and cooking in the homes of folks just like you has been an incomparable opportunity for me to live this mission! </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><div style="color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">The NYC Farm & Table Project runs from May 29th to June 5th! </span></b></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Highlighting the special early season produce that gets us excited for summer, </span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">The NYC Farm & Table Project</span></b></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> will be gracing the kitchens and dining rooms of New York City with a week of home feasts with local foods. I’ll be private chef’ing it up for a lucky few NYC omnivores and documenting the ingredients, menus and magical meals to be shared over the course of the project! Just look at the previous posts for mouthwatering proof of the culinary adventures Portlanders have been enjoying over the course of the NW project!</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">This is a thrilling new experiment for The Ethical Butcher projects and was a perfect way to bring the special atmosphere of my events to homes all over Portland. These intimate and familial dinners will surely hold some great conversations and will be a great educational exchange for all involved. This is an opportunity for consumers to talk about the obstacles, challenges and rewards of buying foods they trust. It is the matured manifestation of all of the previous Ethical Butcher projects. Having these meals cooked in your own home makes good, local food more than something to be reveled in on special occasion. These intimate gatherings have been convincing diners that EVERYONE can eat well. Local foods aren’t just a fad, and they aren’t to be held out of reach by high costs and elitist attitudes. </span></span></span></div><div style="color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span></b></span></span></div><div style="color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">The NYC Farm & Table Project</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">brings the bounty of the season to your table in a way that is inviting, fun, and just plain delicious! The menus are inspired by ingredients and the flavor preferences of each dinner’s host(s) and are all over the place with unique flavor combinations and creative twists on old faves. The first run of the Farm & Table Project set the bar high with dishes like: Pimm’s Pork Three Ways, Grilled Bacon Steaks, Chocolate Stout Carnitas, Candied Rose & Bacon Popcorn, Coffee-roasted Chicken, Elderflower Coconut-poached Halibut, Toasted Fennel & Grapefruit Panna Cotta and a slew of seasonal veggies that </span></span></span><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">almost</span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> rivaled their meaty counterparts. Hosting a </span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">NYC Farm & Table Project</span></b></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> dinner is the best way to have your every flavor whim satisfied, in your own home!</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">I invite you to dream a little with me. Think you can’t afford to eat local foods, or doubt the culinary superiority of fresh food from local farms? Want to learn a new butchery or cooking technique, hear stories from my travels, chat about the evils of large agribusiness or debate the relevance of Micheal Pollan? Perhaps it’s just time to skip the restaurant and have a luxurious meal with friends at home without any of the work? </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Between </span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">May 29th and June 5th</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">,</span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> you can open your home and kitchen to take part in </span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">The NYC Farm & Table Project</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">!!</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span></div></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFPu2tLmD16a0yzlrHICyT6RbtUx81RLYgfXg-lNlWt_63Gm2f3dbC17qnypf2riS1ZsBOTYp8Q_zKvVqJR15uqAdFBJ1xtxQQuz_JeFFv9A1sXkdN7Y0VhBTXSGizAYps7fvoXsDbdMI/s1600/nycfarm.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 280px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFPu2tLmD16a0yzlrHICyT6RbtUx81RLYgfXg-lNlWt_63Gm2f3dbC17qnypf2riS1ZsBOTYp8Q_zKvVqJR15uqAdFBJ1xtxQQuz_JeFFv9A1sXkdN7Y0VhBTXSGizAYps7fvoXsDbdMI/s400/nycfarm.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608250221945580770" /></span></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:'Times New Roman';font-size:medium;"><div style="color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: pre-wrap;font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div style="color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div style="color:transparent;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Your dinner will begin well ahead of time with a private menu consultation. Using the menu created using notes from your consultation, I'll source all of the local ingredients for your meal from local farms and markets. The day of your dinner, simply have your dining table set, kitchen free and clean and ready to be taken over at the predetermined time! Then sit back, wait for guests to arrive and savor the aromas wafting in the air as a three-course dinner brimming with the early season’s best ingredients is lovingly prepared in your own home. Or, head out for the day and come home to a spread of decadence! Local meats and produce will, as always, will be the highlight of the meal. Expect to see breads, jams, ice creams and other local foods featured as well. Check out the prices and details below and then contact </span></span></span><a href="mailto:theethicalbutcher@gmail.com"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></span></span></a><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> to participate in</span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> </span></b></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">The NYC Farm & Table Project</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">. </span></span></span></div><div style="color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div style="color:transparent;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; "></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: bold; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">NYC Farm & Table Project feasts are 3 courses: </span></span></div></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">an appetizer or small plate, main course and dessert.</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Feast for 2-$80 </span></b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></b></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Feast for 4-$130</span></b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></b></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Feast for 8-$200 </span></b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: pre-wrap;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></b></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Feast for 12- $260 </span></b></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Not at all small print:</span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Dates are open from May 29th to June 5th, 2011.</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> Full payment is due at menu consultation. All dinners are 3 courses (1st, main, dessert). No beverages are included in meal and should be provided by host. Soy, nut & gluten-free diets are easily accommodated and other dietary concerns will be discussed during consultation. While main courses will surely be a carnivore’s dream, most side dishes are vegetarian or vegan. Vegetarian entree can be added to the menu for small fee. Dinner price includes consultation, ingredient sourcing, set-up, preparation, kitchen clean up and table service for up to 12 people. Table service for larger parties and the addition of courses can be arranged at an additional charge. </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><br /></span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">Contact at </span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:theethicalbutcher@gmail.com"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;">theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"> to schedule consultation and dinner or inquire about rates for larger parties. </span></span></span></span></div></span>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-80119751295276504832011-05-18T15:10:00.001-07:002011-05-18T20:41:54.968-07:00Big Weekend #2<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">I am preparing for dinners #6-9 today, coming off another packed weekend of dinners for <b>The Northwest Farm & Table Project</b>. I have to admit, I am having an obscene amount of fun with these menus and market trips! Sadly, the food porn quotient in this post isn't nearly as high as the last post. I run a solo show here and am lucky enough to be dating a skilled and professional photographer who often comes along on trips and events to document the action. Regrettably, when she can't make it to a dinner, it's almost impossible for me to get shots that do these plates justice. I've only this one below to get your tummy grumbling. There are still four more dinners and lots more photos to come. If that last post was food porn, think of this one as food </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">erotica. </span></i></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid3mNiNrfsjV-feXX80w6dYoDnz21Q_RyuopBfuJSnfVdmcWrbbNkNl1TmL1wNrOC1pAuHwcCnMSwEETqv9Sk8vaysVP6Mwfb8eCqEyd38kLb-85LG8o2QlavGkbExswQXvV8nhTBayVw/s1600/Dinner4001.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid3mNiNrfsjV-feXX80w6dYoDnz21Q_RyuopBfuJSnfVdmcWrbbNkNl1TmL1wNrOC1pAuHwcCnMSwEETqv9Sk8vaysVP6Mwfb8eCqEyd38kLb-85LG8o2QlavGkbExswQXvV8nhTBayVw/s400/Dinner4001.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608257443156225858" /></a><br /><div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Candied Bacon Popcorn and Rose Petal Chips with Lemon Saffron Sorbet and Dark Chocolate</span></i></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Photo: Alison Picard</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:large;"><br /></span></div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:large;">The Northwest Farm & Table Project Dinner #4</span></b><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b>Pimm's Cup for Four</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-size:small;"><b>1st course-</b> </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-size:small;">Miang Kham-</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>Toasted Cashews and Coconut</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>Serrano Chiles</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>Fried Shallots and Garlic</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>Lime and Lemon tossed in Basil, Mint and Chinese Cilantro</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>Fresh Galangal</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>Fresh Spring Red Onion</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>Black Pepper-seared Strawberries</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">wrapped in Escarole and topped with Miang Kham Sauce made of all listed ingredients</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-size:small;"><b>2nd course-</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-size:small;"><b></b>Pimm's Pork Three Ways-</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">*Pimm's-Citrus Baby Back Ribs with Green Garlic Nettles</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">*Horseradish-Apricot Pork Chops over Fava & Rapini </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">*Oven-candied Japanese Sweet Potatoes with Coffee-Port Bacon and Cumin Whipped Cream</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b>3rd course-</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Cheese Course-</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Abbeye de Belloc, Appenzeller Extra, Valdeon, Toasted Fennel & Grapefruit Goat's Milk Panna Cotta over crushed Ines Rosales Tortas </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>with </i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Tequila-Blood Orange Puree, Balsamic Glazed Almonds and</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Crostini of Dark Chocolate Rolls, Gibassier and Sweet Baguette</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: bold; font-size:large;">The Northwest Farm & Table Project Dinner #5</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b>Thai-inspired Seafood </b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b>1st course</b>-</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Mussels with White Wine, Green Garlic and Oregon White Truffle</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>served with:</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Crostini with Basil Fromage Blanc, Pea Shoots & Black Pepper-Blackberry Vinegar Reduction </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">and Mint, Mustard Raba & Black Radish Salad</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b>2nd course-</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b></b>Lemongrass & Elderflower Coconut Milk-poached Halibut</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>s</i><i>erved with:</i> </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Galangal-roasted Golden Beets </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">and Wilted Dong Choi, Mizuna & Fava Leaves with Chiles</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><b>3rd course-</b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Bacon*-candied Popcorn and Rose Petal Chips with Lemon Saffron Sorbet</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">*(Flora LaFleur-</span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">Intelligentsia Matalapa Single-Origin Coffee, Hibiscus Flowers, Lime Zest, Port</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">)</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">After the last dinner of The Northwest Farm & Table Project, I'll be posting an extensive post about my process behind this project, reflections on this first run of a brand new idea and an extensive list of the local farms, bakeries, distilleries, and even florists that have made this project more than I could have ever imagined. I'll be announcing the next installment of The Farm & Table Project shortly. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">NYC, get those calendars out! It's Dinner Time!</span></div><div> </div>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-62942271095154885312011-05-09T19:13:00.000-07:002011-05-09T21:34:42.793-07:00Big Weekend #1<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Well, the first packed weekend of The Northwest Farm & Table Project went just perfectly! </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">I had such a great time both nights and have even received a few messages about pork belly dreams and newly discovered creme brulee obsessions! I've got several more dinners to write menus for and am really excited to roll out some more local love, EB-style. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Nearly all of the ingredients for both dinners were found at the Portland Farmer's Market. I am having so much fun with spring produce, my culinary mind has been on overdrive with creating so many dinners. I'll be back at the market early Saturday morning in preparation for another round of dinners. Enjoy the food porn! </span></div><div><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlWrMPJBXIZc_WbFq_mlTB_ykNtfDwpVBmANmEELHuDcpVvxLZya7FDUeQcR4XXl09EzzTBmmDZRjHhwvN-MhJBAHkBwJzWZi7-uZjjHhS7Ly5GRwHEcKySjj63cN7gxvr4Vr1wZZXR7w/s1600/Dinner2010.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlWrMPJBXIZc_WbFq_mlTB_ykNtfDwpVBmANmEELHuDcpVvxLZya7FDUeQcR4XXl09EzzTBmmDZRjHhwvN-MhJBAHkBwJzWZi7-uZjjHhS7Ly5GRwHEcKySjj63cN7gxvr4Vr1wZZXR7w/s400/Dinner2010.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604934823063670178" /></a><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlWrMPJBXIZc_WbFq_mlTB_ykNtfDwpVBmANmEELHuDcpVvxLZya7FDUeQcR4XXl09EzzTBmmDZRjHhwvN-MhJBAHkBwJzWZi7-uZjjHhS7Ly5GRwHEcKySjj63cN7gxvr4Vr1wZZXR7w/s1600/Dinner2010.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Not burning my fingers with the blowtorch.</span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimpET2eCj1QUrlslR2XCkooKvyVjoioOVfGmqxsWeYqMXQhVxbuTNjNz2UfUaXv5Dz_AA97nTMpSJtk3PGS-Tk0uAslzWIAPnTuKm4anBZhvy5WSzon_YQTNcX7RJOf_2TCjxf98_WT4M/s1600/Dinner3003.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimpET2eCj1QUrlslR2XCkooKvyVjoioOVfGmqxsWeYqMXQhVxbuTNjNz2UfUaXv5Dz_AA97nTMpSJtk3PGS-Tk0uAslzWIAPnTuKm4anBZhvy5WSzon_YQTNcX7RJOf_2TCjxf98_WT4M/s400/Dinner3003.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604918255630837058" /></a><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Searing strawberries. </span></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimpET2eCj1QUrlslR2XCkooKvyVjoioOVfGmqxsWeYqMXQhVxbuTNjNz2UfUaXv5Dz_AA97nTMpSJtk3PGS-Tk0uAslzWIAPnTuKm4anBZhvy5WSzon_YQTNcX7RJOf_2TCjxf98_WT4M/s1600/Dinner3003.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:large;">The Northwest Farm & Table Project Dinner #2 </span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">Farmer's Market Dinner</span></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>1st course-</b></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7qtiAZptOG0MHqLpx0N4Yk6ZbOa4RSg7hPUpcgCUzvQTN7krcyM9twzRe9EOzppA0TVDGeqG95sq0QFZaICdiopwAC5xzp6wvAkjmLgUKt_kLnCOY5ICYXhlQsO8SDminiLusi8ECYco/s1600/Dinner2006.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7qtiAZptOG0MHqLpx0N4Yk6ZbOa4RSg7hPUpcgCUzvQTN7krcyM9twzRe9EOzppA0TVDGeqG95sq0QFZaICdiopwAC5xzp6wvAkjmLgUKt_kLnCOY5ICYXhlQsO8SDminiLusi8ECYco/s400/Dinner2006.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604917733155351218" /></a></div><div><div>Trio of Crostini with Olives-</div><div>*French Breakfast Radishes, Mint and Pickled Garlic with Lemon Butter-on sourdough baguette</div><div>*Rhubarb & Port-glazed Petit Sele, Mizuna and Whole Grain Mustard-on fennel flatbread</div><div>*Balsamic Figs with Nettles, Green Garlic Fromage Blanc-on German sourdough rye</div><div><br /></div></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold; ">2nd course-</span></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwcI8kRlsp-NcYmlrN5Yqo9VGcN3vZA8FAkWZtEUW_KCkbXDZlOcjMSRigFmhol0RTT9fZ2ZrGhFghkXb9zoYNlR80bADS5u2DQW1ATEa8ZeHOxSwMr4bACdfthmy18S8mu9gsC0zRvEc/s1600/Dinner2007.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwcI8kRlsp-NcYmlrN5Yqo9VGcN3vZA8FAkWZtEUW_KCkbXDZlOcjMSRigFmhol0RTT9fZ2ZrGhFghkXb9zoYNlR80bADS5u2DQW1ATEa8ZeHOxSwMr4bACdfthmy18S8mu9gsC0zRvEc/s400/Dinner2007.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604917559861324306" /></a></div><div><div>Pear, Lavender & Cocoa Nib-crusted Pork Chops with Bulleit Pear Sauce </div><div><i>served with</i></div><div><i></i>Fava Greens<i>, </i>Rapini and Caramelized Shallots, Cream-braised Sunchokes and Baby Leeks</div><div><br /></div><div><b>3rd course-</b></div><div>Burnt Lime and Scotch Creme Brulee</div><div><i>(above)</i></div></div><div><br /></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-size:large;">The Northwest Farm & Table Project Dinner </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:large;">#3 </span></b></div><div><b>Mediterranean Grill</b></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3HYIpPPD6sQ0S2vVKFv_9Y_iP6XnDFBBbM5BSnrvOq_hAoAhZa_kUklO01egWc46pFwC2nHGk_tNiFv3uPuB1-Eb1qnpj9J63MQ5cfq9p3MLFA5diflEwAs36N-mSt7zfaS1wTPc-NyY/s1600/Dinner3006.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><b>1st course- </b><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6GHzkGAgBaOVtyk5n2KeiWqsFzz1qvq0iEaFWzPh7b38cktMYtcvV5qP82jCoFfKm9t2Q2SgEBoRy3W4f7_wWYqzEQeBRXzMimIhJkv1m3V88727f078AY5XRVgJCG7yr-ay8vOoD2o8/s1600/Dinner3004.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6GHzkGAgBaOVtyk5n2KeiWqsFzz1qvq0iEaFWzPh7b38cktMYtcvV5qP82jCoFfKm9t2Q2SgEBoRy3W4f7_wWYqzEQeBRXzMimIhJkv1m3V88727f078AY5XRVgJCG7yr-ay8vOoD2o8/s400/Dinner3004.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604917288054906482" /></a></div><div>Mediterranean Miang Kham-</div><div><i>Fennel-toasted Filberts</i></div><div><i>Lemon with Basil and Mint</i></div><div><i>Red Cippolinis</i></div><div><i>Black Pepper-glazed Strawberries</i></div><div><i>Fried Shallots</i></div><div><i>Roasted Garlic</i></div><div><i>Horseradish</i></div><div><i>Cherry Bomb Peppers</i></div><div>wrapped in Escarole and topped with sauce made of all ingredients</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Amuse Bouche-</b></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikyOv_tjTC_Ytk8VeReaNG3FhCAJHYZYZ4tCMH0c-sCSB0fJLIpZnpCV9Ik7ujHwVvQtkctoEiajU4-kWFBUNtDziCAcr8yg4kDDFJ7auDP2lrOi-6YfHwF8VkWFuf9T_z_DzcoH7UsdY/s1600/Dinner3005.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikyOv_tjTC_Ytk8VeReaNG3FhCAJHYZYZ4tCMH0c-sCSB0fJLIpZnpCV9Ik7ujHwVvQtkctoEiajU4-kWFBUNtDziCAcr8yg4kDDFJ7auDP2lrOi-6YfHwF8VkWFuf9T_z_DzcoH7UsdY/s400/Dinner3005.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604917198520628162" /></a></div><div>Horseradish Green Garlic & White Fig Grilled Pork Loin and Grilled Fiddleheads </div><div>with Basil-Balsamic Popcorn</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikyOv_tjTC_Ytk8VeReaNG3FhCAJHYZYZ4tCMH0c-sCSB0fJLIpZnpCV9Ik7ujHwVvQtkctoEiajU4-kWFBUNtDziCAcr8yg4kDDFJ7auDP2lrOi-6YfHwF8VkWFuf9T_z_DzcoH7UsdY/s1600/Dinner3005.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><b>2nd course-</b><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxnvNW6ke1D6e18MZBK6_EZ6u3IJZxUXpeH5_9yUF6cL5UgdhfCMqAOmvMbCkANGe1Cc-CBm1yxGvrwhV_BXXzNWqo1jzGs_Oe6gXr1d_jcHjyuZxdE8e_PcrLevYDO7UM1K-W_x2Q5Wg/s1600/Dinner3008.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxnvNW6ke1D6e18MZBK6_EZ6u3IJZxUXpeH5_9yUF6cL5UgdhfCMqAOmvMbCkANGe1Cc-CBm1yxGvrwhV_BXXzNWqo1jzGs_Oe6gXr1d_jcHjyuZxdE8e_PcrLevYDO7UM1K-W_x2Q5Wg/s400/Dinner3008.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604917068207518626" /></a></div><div>Anjilanaka Coffee & Port-braised and Grilled Pork Belly</div><div><i>served with</i></div><div>Grilled Yukons with Cumin Whipped Cream and Dueling Beets </div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">(Roasted Gold Beets, Mizuna, Pickled Garlic and Chive & </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Shredded Red Beets, Blood Orange, Radish and Pea Shoots )</span></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxnvNW6ke1D6e18MZBK6_EZ6u3IJZxUXpeH5_9yUF6cL5UgdhfCMqAOmvMbCkANGe1Cc-CBm1yxGvrwhV_BXXzNWqo1jzGs_Oe6gXr1d_jcHjyuZxdE8e_PcrLevYDO7UM1K-W_x2Q5Wg/s1600/Dinner3008.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><b>3rd course-</b><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDk3ItoC2WYyJbtQqNRPtejP4q2sBFwGVyXzFYXLKFBIwOUdPmAZcP_QiFCytzjJ3kMSAu7fMLWdKsRDIoyzESjHEEwPOmXBO7nfLI79pulxn4TMJU4BdpoqWMHydqMnjUBEgStp9OfWA/s1600/Dinner3009.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDk3ItoC2WYyJbtQqNRPtejP4q2sBFwGVyXzFYXLKFBIwOUdPmAZcP_QiFCytzjJ3kMSAu7fMLWdKsRDIoyzESjHEEwPOmXBO7nfLI79pulxn4TMJU4BdpoqWMHydqMnjUBEgStp9OfWA/s400/Dinner3009.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604918864563858642" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></a></div><div>Lime Sheep's Milk Panna Cotta with Hibiscus-Lime Sauce on Cocoa Shortbread Crumbs</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">The Northwest Farm & Table Project is now totally booked! </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">There are no more dates available, but there are 7 more dinners yet to come! Each menu and photos will be posted soon after each one, so keep posted. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">New Yorkers, get ready, I'll be announcing dates for a NYC Farm & Table Project very soon!</span></div><div><br /></div><div>All photos by Alison Picard</div></div></div>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-3869103497378849862011-05-04T16:09:00.000-07:002011-05-04T16:13:13.491-07:00Teaser Pleaser<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; "><div style="background-color: transparent; "><span id="internal-source-marker_0.4335953192785382" style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">As I have just a few more dates open, I thought I’d tease you with a few menus. The Northwest Farm & Table Project has been so successful, I will surely be doing it again here in Portland and elsewhere! I have a pretty extensive tour planned this year, so folks in cities like Atlanta, Santa Fe, Charlotte, Boston, Sitka and many other places can start dreaming up their menus! I am having a blast playing around with some new ideas, in love with popcorn and the classic Thai street food Miang Kham and enthralled by all of the fresh new seasonal produce at the markets, I have been scheming up something special for each dinner. I have a talented photographer tagging along on several of the dinners, so I am looking forward to some gorgeous shots of my food and lovely people enjoying it! I will be posting photos and menus as the dinners take place and have a great plan for all the really awesome documentation that is happening as this project moves forward. Keep checking back for the latest menu, and if you are still on the fence about scheduling a dinner, there are only a handful of nights left! </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Menu for The Northwest Farm & Table Project Dinner #1</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">- </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Latin-inspired Gluten/Soy/Dairy-Free Food Fun!!!</span></div><div style="background-color: transparent; "><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; "></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:130%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><img src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/hbd7BC7VjXjL59sgOWe-Rke-T3If3InOT1LS6mD9-Y7X0nUiBK2K-5zARhsvNQw-8FaOaIHOFrd_Bvr76jrHLAbej5AMcVxJpoFHg9o2O8W7Qw-giuo" width="412px;" height="283px;" /><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">1st course- </span></div><div style="background-color: transparent; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Latin Miang Kham</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">toasted coconut</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">merken-candied meduras (sweet plantain)</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">diced fresh red onion</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">fried garlic slivers</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">ginger matchsticks </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">serrano slices</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">chopped cumin-roasted almonds</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">diced lime + cara cara orange</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Wrapped in Napa cabbage and topped with sauce made of all elements of the Miang Kham platter.</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">2nd course- </span></div><div style="background-color: transparent; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: medium; font-weight: normal; white-space: normal; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Spring Tostadas with Pinto Beans and Caraway Roasted Japanese Sweet Potatoes</span></span></span></div><div style="background-color: transparent; "><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Homemade Blue and White Corn Chili-dusted Tostadas layered with: </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Intelligentsia Organic Anjilanaka Coffee-roasted Chicken, </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Roasted Gold Beets, Spring Onion & Sunchokes,</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Sesame-Lime wilted Red Russian Kale and Bok Choi, </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Heirloom Tomato, Cara-Cara & Cherry Bomb and Chive Salsa </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">and</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">a Relish of Heirloom Radishes, Mint, Pea and Sunflower Shoots tossed in Pickled Garlic and Habenero. </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">3rd course-</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Lavender Maple-candied Popcorn with Dark Chocolate Coconut Ice Cream and Hibiscus-Cocktail Fruit Puree</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">A few other tricks I’ve got up my sleeve for this week’s dinners:</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Lavender & Cocoa Dusted Lamb w Sunchoke & Spring Onion Gratin</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Trio of Crostini-</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">*heirloom radish, mint & pickled garlic on lemon compound butter</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">*rhubarb-port bacon, arugula and mustard</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">*compound chevre w/fresh greens & balsamic figs</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Horseradish Grilled Pork Chops with Basil-Balsamic Bacon Popcorn</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Dueling Beet Slaws </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">- two beet-based slaws. One gold, one red, compete for your attention. </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "> </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Mediterranean Miang Kham</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">- </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">fennel-toasted pignolas & filberts</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">fried shallots</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">fresh red onion</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">roasted garlic</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">candied cherry tomatoes</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">lemon tossed with fresh basil and mint</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">fresh horseradish</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">cherry bomb peppers</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Scotch Creme Brulee with Dark Chocolate Dipped Candied Lime Peel</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Sheep’s Milk Panna Cotta with Lime & Hibiscus Caramel</span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">There are still dates open, including ONE last weekend date! </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Open dates are: May 9-13th & 18th and </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">SUNDAY, the 15th.* </span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">*Brunch is available for this date as well as dinner. </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "></span><br /><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; ">Check out the previous posts and schedule your Northwest Farm & Table Project dinner today!</span></div></span>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-27135126006980947492011-04-25T14:22:00.000-07:002011-04-25T14:40:32.178-07:00Running Out of Dates!<div>Wow! It has been less than a week since announcing The Northwest Farm & Table Project and the schedule is starting to look pretty full! The project runs for the next four weeks and a few weekends are already booked solid!<div><br /></div><div>No worries, midweek dinner parties are fun, too. Make a Tuesday less boring, get the weekend started on Thursday or enjoy a nice meal after a rough Monday. There are still plenty of weeknights and one weekend left open just a few days into this project. Check out the post below and then schedule your dinner for The Northwest Farm & Table Project before the calendar is full!</div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUndFN5Xsf07AfrLv5mPH1XsAOrSpvCs8U4qfQoavtyc2c9k8YxX7UdwXEv484GdBgGkGj75L-m97vr1zu-c-FHjORuGxPYKlU0IRxdSTNeNIJ7XkIa764Zx7nkUGpj6SINg2J62cEIgc/s1600/nwfarmtable.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 281px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUndFN5Xsf07AfrLv5mPH1XsAOrSpvCs8U4qfQoavtyc2c9k8YxX7UdwXEv484GdBgGkGj75L-m97vr1zu-c-FHjORuGxPYKlU0IRxdSTNeNIJ7XkIa764Zx7nkUGpj6SINg2J62cEIgc/s400/nwfarmtable.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5599636753189569554" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-11966107365245957732011-04-19T15:43:00.000-07:002011-04-20T14:10:42.074-07:00The Northwest Farm & Table Project<span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:'Times New Roman';font-size:medium;"><div style="background- ;color:transparent;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:130%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: pre-wrap;font-size:15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal; font-family:'Times New Roman';font-size:medium;"><div style="background- ;color:transparent;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: pre-wrap;font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); white-space: normal; font-family:'Times New Roman';font-size:medium;"><div style="color:transparent;"><span id="internal-source-marker_0.8307580938562751" style=" background- font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">As local produce begins to fill our farmer’s markets and grocery stores once again, I am announcing a brand new project! Both the Bacon Gospel and Heritage Breed Supper Club will continue to preach the local meats truth later this year, but </span></span></span><span style=" background- font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The Northwest Farm & Table Project</span></span></span><span style=" background- font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> drives the message home in a whole new way!</span></span></span></div></span></span></span></div><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Some of you may recall those raging community dinners I was doing last summer with Tressa Yellig of </span></span></span><a href="http://saltfireandtime.com/"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Salt, Fire & Time</span></span></span></a><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">. One plate dinners overflowing with local meats and produce had people lining up all the way to the sidewalk! Others have attended my more formal dinners and bacon tastings or that big bash last fall for </span></span></span><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Primal Cuts</span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">. My style is about making this amazing, local food accessible to more people. So, as the farm season gets going, I have been planning this year’s list of events and could think of no better way to take the conversation to another level than to bring the message home! To your home, that is.</span></span></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: normal; white-space: normal; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The Northwest Farm & Table Project</span></b><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></b></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">runs from April 22nd (Earth Day) to May 20th! </span></b></span></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">We’re taking a full month to highlight the special early season produce that gets us excited for summer by bringing a fancy feeling to the kitchens and dining rooms of Portland through a month of home feasts with local foods. That’s right, for one month, I am private chef’ing it up for the lucky omnivores of Stumptown, and documenting the ingredients, menus and magical meals to be shared over the course of the project. Ramps, fiddleheads, garlic scapes, and even pastured chickens- the season is here! This is a thrilling new experiment for The Ethical Butcher projects and a perfect way to bring the special atmosphere of my dinners to homes all over Portland. These intimate and familial dinners will surely hold some great conversations and will be a great educational exchange for all involved. I am interested in hearing directly from consumers about the obstacles and challenges and rewards of buying foods they trust. As with The Bacon Gospel, I am also intrigued by working with many palates. Developing menus for family dinners, romantic evenings and friendly gatherings is a candid way of mapping the tastes and preferences of an entire range of people, an element that gets my chef mind jumping up and down!</span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Think you can’t afford to eat local foods, or doubt the culinary superiority of fresh food from local farms? Want to learn a new butchery or cooking technique, hear stories from my travels, chat about the evils of large agribusiness or debate the relevance of Micheal Pollan? Perhaps it’s just time to skip the restaurant and have a luxurious meal with friends at home without any of the work? </span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Just open your home and kitchen to take part in </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The Northwest Farm & Table Project!!</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px; "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8A7oe13fXUejCRZEs_7ExSVXANqYNXc6fJfWlsyXXJe2C4KduPEtDkfpoLkRxZH7B4NckE6Jja576SThxK4YWYPTxmF7XtrC5jr1rbWl0gWtgOZ-e0rChVJXxRWVMicyYcciFyTpaBGI/s1600/nwfarmtable.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8A7oe13fXUejCRZEs_7ExSVXANqYNXc6fJfWlsyXXJe2C4KduPEtDkfpoLkRxZH7B4NckE6Jja576SThxK4YWYPTxmF7XtrC5jr1rbWl0gWtgOZ-e0rChVJXxRWVMicyYcciFyTpaBGI/s400/nwfarmtable.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5597775623418980930" style="cursor: pointer; width: 281px; height: 400px; " /></a></span></span></span></span></span></div></span><p style="text-align: center;margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span></span></p><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Your dinner will begin well ahead of time with a private menu consultation. Using the menu we create together, I will then source all of the local ingredients for your meal from local farms and markets. The day of your dinner, simply have your dining table cleared, kitchen free and clean and ready to be taken over at the predetermined time. Then sit back, wait for your guests to arrive and savor the aromas wafting in the air as a three-course dinner brimming with the early season’s best ingredients is lovingly prepared in your own home. Or head out for the day and come home to a spread of decadence! Local meats and produce will, as always, will be the highlight of the meal. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span id="internal-source-marker_0.8307580938562751" style=" background- font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;color:transparent;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Expect to see breads, jams, ice creams and other local foods featured as well. </span></span></span></span></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The Northwest Farm & Table Project feasts are 3 courses: </span></b></span></div></span><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">an appetizer or small plate, main course and dessert.</span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Feast for 2-$60 </span></b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></b></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Feast for 4-$100</span></b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></b></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Feast for 8-$160</span></b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></b></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Feast for 12- $210</span></b></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Not small print</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">:</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Dates are open from April 22nd through May 20th, 2011. Full payment is due at consultation. All dinners are 3 courses (1st, main, dessert). No beverages are included in meal and should be provided by host. Soy-, nut- & gluten-free diets are easily accommodated. While main courses will surely be a carnivore’s dream, most side dishes are vegetarian or vegan. Vegetarian entree can be added to the menu for small fee. Dinner price includes consultation, ingredient sourcing, set-up, preparation, kitchen clean up and table service for up to 12 people. Table service for larger parties and the addition of courses can be arranged at an additional charge. </span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: normal; white-space: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div></span><span style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background- font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Cambria;font-size:11pt;color:transparent;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: normal; white-space: normal; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Contact at </span></span></span></span><a href="mailto:theethicalbutcher@gmail.com"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> to schedule consultation and dinner or inquire about rates for larger parties. </span></span></span></span></span></div></span></div></span></span></span></div><span style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background- font-weight: bold; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Cambria;font-size:11pt;color:transparent;"></span></div></span>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-27252747749434879672011-04-05T14:02:00.000-07:002011-04-05T14:05:26.352-07:00Notes on North Carolina.Please head over to Butcher's Guild Bulletin to read all about my trip to North Carolina for the Carolina Meat Conference! <div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Segoe UI'; white-space: pre; "><a href="http://thebutchersguild.blogspot.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">http://thebutchersguild.blogspot.com/</span></a></span></div>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-47977755395277079042011-03-30T12:17:00.001-07:002011-03-30T12:23:50.936-07:00One More Day!!!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">BCN/PDX Spring Slabs & Slices ends TOMORROW!!!</span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">I am finally back in Portland and ready to hit you waterlovers with a nice bunch of springtime flavor! Check out these flavors and place you order today!!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 20px; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:medium;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 20px; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: normal; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Just </span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">$30/slab or all five for $125</span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">, orders for </span></span></span><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">BCN/PDX Spring Slabs and Slices</span></b></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> can be placed until </span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">March 31st</span></b></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">. Slabs will be ready to cheer you up on that dreaded day, </span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Friday, April 15th</span></b></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">. Pay Ceasar and then make the best salad ever, or try one of the other recipes included in your order! </span></span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><b></b>Gift certificates available! Email for detailed order info: </span></span></span><a href="mailto:theethicalbutcher@gmail.com" style="color: rgb(85, 136, 170); text-decoration: none; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></span></span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span><br /></span></span></div></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 20px; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">BCN/PDX</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> Spring Slabs & Slices</span></span></b></span></span></p></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 20px; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:medium;"><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: pre-wrap; text-decoration: underline; "><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></i></b></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Blooms & Boom!</span></span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">St. Germain, Gin, Roses, Lavender, Juniper Berries, Chamomile, Jasmine</span></span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span"><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">The floral flavors in this one will surprise you with their depth! Fragrant and full of beautiful edible flowers, this one stands out in the field!</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span"><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Sweet Beets</span></span></b></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Beets, Dill, Caraway Seeds, Caramelized Onions with Rye Crust</span></span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span"><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">This gorgeously rose-colored savory slab is a dream on a bacon cheeseburger with a creamy blue. Its earthy flavor is ready for big weekend brunches and heavenly BLTs! </span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span"><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">In Like a Lion</span></span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Cocoa Nibs, Lavender and Meyer Lemon Zest</span></span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span"><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Deep and dark, but far from dreary, this slab will blow you away! This subtle slab is great for a classic breakfast or for experimenting with the wonders of candied bacon! </span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span"><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Fits & Starts</span></span></b></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span></b></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Tequila, Intelligentsia Single-Origin Coffee, Candied Citrus and Serrano Chiles</span></span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span"><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">This one is daaaangerous! Tequila and coffee combine with serrano chiles for a bacon that will perk you up any day, and just when you thought it might get out of hand, sweet candied Meyer lemons and blood oranges.</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span"><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Persian Nights</span></b></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Intelligentsia Single-Origin Espresso, Pomegranate Molasses, Cardamom, </span></span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Ground Cumin-roasted Almonds and Pistachios</span></span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span"><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Inspired by one of my favorite beverages, Turkish coffee, this slab has warm spices like cumin and cardamom backed up by tart pomegranate molasses and roasted nuts. If you are looking for the most decadent BLT you can make, this is the one for you!</span></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"> </span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span"><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></span></div></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"></span></span></span><p style="text-align: left; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Only $30/slab or try all 5 flavors for $125!!</span></span></b></span></p><p style="text-align: left; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Each slab of bacon begins as a 2.5 lb slab of fresh local pork belly and gets cured in any number of ingredients ranging from gin and roses to special single-origin coffees and blood oranges. </span></span></b></span></span></p><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><div style="text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: normal; font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Orders for Spring Slabs & Slices can be placed by contacting: </span></span></span><a href="mailto:theethicalbutcher@gmail.com" style="color: rgb(85, 136, 170); text-decoration: none; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></span></span></span></a></span></div></span><p style="text-align: left; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: left; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:Georgia;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;">Place your orders by March 31st to get your slabs on April 15th!</span></span></b></span></p><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div></div></span></div></span></div>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-40726745486730301262011-03-23T12:18:00.000-07:002011-03-23T12:25:44.029-07:00BCN/PDX Spring Slabs & Slices!! Catch the bacon train!<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: medium; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 20px; "><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap; ">Calling all Portland Bacon Fans! There's still some time to get in on the action by picking up a slab, or five. This is a great chance for those not lucky enough to be in the bacon club to try these slabs of meaty gold! 5 new spring flavors are ready to knock your socks off. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; white-space: normal; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">At just </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">$30/slab or all five for $125</span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">, orders for </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><b>BCN/PDX Spring Slabs and Slices</b></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "> can be placed until </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><b>March 31st</b></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">. Slabs will be ready to cheer you up on that dreaded day, </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><b>Friday, April 15th</b></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">. Pay Ceasar and then make the best salad ever, or try one of the other recipes included in your order! </span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><br /></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><b></b>Gift certificates available! Email for order info: </span></span><a href="mailto:theethicalbutcher@gmail.com" style="color: rgb(85, 136, 170); text-decoration: none; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); ">theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span><br /></span></div></span></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: medium; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 20px; "><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;">BCN/PDX</span> Spring Slabs & Slices</span></b></span></span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large; white-space: pre-wrap; text-decoration: underline;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "></span></span></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEjdgVnZf0GNBdN9TEIrZybf3OfyKzKlbdKbXRI3UM_U_0b_nDB-K1ApKiidSigvSLg7PGmjKw4cUMTWkICM0dwx2kpNc0DOSTUZYOdmYyuHVLS-Bc2uauzzjbA-IeLVsZonBQOQ_5pmE/s1600/028.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 376px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEjdgVnZf0GNBdN9TEIrZybf3OfyKzKlbdKbXRI3UM_U_0b_nDB-K1ApKiidSigvSLg7PGmjKw4cUMTWkICM0dwx2kpNc0DOSTUZYOdmYyuHVLS-Bc2uauzzjbA-IeLVsZonBQOQ_5pmE/s400/028.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5587357039513929218" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: medium; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 20px; "><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large; white-space: pre-wrap; text-decoration: underline;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; ">Blooms & Boom!</span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); ">St. Germain, Gin, Roses, Lavender, Juniper Berries, Chamomile, Jasmine</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">The floral flavors in this one will surprise you with their depth! Fragrant and full of beautiful edible flowers, this one stands out in the field!</span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; ">Sweet Beets</span></b></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; "> </span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); ">Beets, Dill, Caraway Seeds, Caramelized Onions with Rye Crust</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">This gorgeously rose-colored savory slab is a dream on a bacon cheeseburger with a creamy blue. Its earthy flavor is ready for big weekend brunches and heavenly BLTs! </span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; ">In Like a Lion</span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); ">Cocoa Nibs, Lavender and Meyer Lemon Zest</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">Deep and dark, but far from dreary, this slab will blow you away! This subtle slab is great for a classic breakfast or for experimenting with the wonders of candied bacon! </span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; ">Fits & Starts</span></b></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; "> </span></b></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); ">Tequila, Intelligentsia Single-Origin Coffee, Candied Citrus and Serrano Chiles</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">This one is daaaangerous! Tequila and coffee combine with serrano chiles for a bacon that will perk you up any day, and just when you thought it might get out of hand, sweet candied Meyer lemons and blood oranges.</span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; "><b>Persian Nights</b></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); ">Intelligentsia Single-Origin Espresso, Pomegranate Molasses, Cardamom, </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); ">Ground Cumin-roasted Almonds and Pistachios</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">Inspired by one of my favorite beverages, Turkish coffee, this slab has warm spices like cumin and cardamom backed up by tart pomegranate molasses and roasted nuts. If you are looking for the most decadent BLT you can make, this is the one for you!</span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "> </span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: normal; "><br /></span></span></div></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: left; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">Only $30/slab or try all 5 flavors for $125!!</span></b></span></p><p style="text-align: left; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal; ">Each slab of bacon begins as a 2.5 lb slab of fresh local pork belly and gets cured in any number of ingredients ranging from gin and roses to special single-origin coffees and blood oranges. </span></b></span></span></p><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><div style="text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">Orders for Spring Slabs & Slices can be placed by contacting: </span></span><a href="mailto:theethicalbutcher@gmail.com" style="color: rgb(85, 136, 170); text-decoration: none; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); ">theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></span></span></a></span></div></span><p style="text-align: left; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><br /></b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: left; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">Place your orders by March 31st to get your slabs on April 15th!</span></b></span></p><p style="text-align: left; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><br /></b></span></span></p><p style="text-align: left; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><br /></b></span></span></p></div></span></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865006273039765680.post-29660627115002176372011-03-14T08:24:00.000-07:002011-03-14T08:37:14.911-07:00Dub and Grub<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: medium; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); line-height: 20px; "><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Last night's Dub Taco dinner went swimmingly. We worked it out with some tender, slow roasted carnitas, homemade tortillas and chips, 4 spicy salsas, beans, rice, the whole nine yards! I've been having a blast here in NYC and as I start turning the helm west, a night like last night reminds me of how lucky I am to be doing this work. </span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">As I prepare to head down to the Carolina Meat Conference next week, I've been introducing Butcher's Guild charter members over on the <a href="http://www.thebutchersguild.blogspot.com/">BG Bulletin</a>. Head over and meet the faces that are changing the meat world! </span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Also, as announced last week, the bacon train is making its way back to Portland! Get in on the action by picking up a slab, or five. This is a great chance for those not lucky enough to be in the bacon club to try these slabs of meaty gold! I did a winter version back around the holidays and now I am coming back with 5 new spring flavors. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; white-space: normal; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">At just </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">$30/slab or all five for $125</span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">, orders for </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><b>BCN/PDX Spring Slabs and Slices</b></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "> can be placed until </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><b>March 31st</b></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">. Slabs will be ready to cheer you up on that dreaded day, </span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><b>Friday, April 15th</b></span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">. Pay Ceasar and then make the best salad ever, or try one of the other recipes included in your order! </span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><br /></div><div style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><b></b>Gift certificates available! Email for order info: </span></span><a href="mailto:theethicalbutcher@gmail.com" style="color: rgb(85, 136, 170); text-decoration: none; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); ">theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span><br /></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); ">Spring Slabs & Slices</span></b></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; ">Blooms & Boom!</span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); ">St. Germain, Gin, Roses, Lavender, Juniper Berries, Chamomile, Jasmine</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">The floral flavors in this one will surprise you with their depth! Fragrant and full of beautiful edible flowers, this one stands out in the field!</span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; ">Sweet Beets</span></b></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; "> </span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); ">Beets, Dill, Caraway Seeds, Caramelized Onions with Rye Crust</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">This gorgeously rose-colored savory slab is a dream on a bacon cheeseburger with a creamy blue. Its earthy flavor is ready for big weekend brunches and heavenly BLTs! </span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; ">In Like a Lion</span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); ">Cocoa Nibs, Lavender and Meyer Lemon Zest</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">Deep and dark, but far from dreary, this slab will blow you away! This subtle slab is great for a classic breakfast or for experimenting with the wonders of candied bacon! </span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; ">Fits & Starts</span></b></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; "> </span></b></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); ">Tequila, Intelligentsia Single-Origin Coffee, Candied Citrus and Serrano Chiles</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">This one is daaaangerous! Tequila and coffee combine with serrano chiles for a bacon that will perk you up any day, and just when you thought it might get out of hand, sweet candied Meyer lemons and blood oranges.</span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large; "><b>Persian Nights</b></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); ">Intelligentsia Single-Origin Espresso, Pomegranate Molasses, Cardamom, </span></span></span></p><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102); ">Ground Cumin-roasted Almonds and Pistachios</span></span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: italic; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: center; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">Inspired by one of my favorite beverages, Turkish coffee, this slab has warm spices like cumin and cardamom backed up by tart pomegranate molasses and roasted nuts. If you are looking for the most decadent BLT you can make, this is the one for you!</span></span><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "> </span></span></p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><div style="text-align: center; "><br /></div><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: normal; "><br /></span></span></div></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "></span></span><p style="text-align: left;margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">Only $30/slab or try all 5 flavors for $125!!</span></b></span></p><p style="text-align: left;margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal; ">Each slab of bacon begins as a 2.5 lb slab of fresh local pork belly and gets cured in any number of ingredients ranging from gin and roses to special single-origin coffees and blood oranges. </span></b></span></span></p><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">Orders for Spring Slabs & Slices can be placed by contacting: </span></span><a href="mailto:theethicalbutcher@gmail.com" style="color: rgb(85, 136, 170); text-decoration: none; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); ">theethicalbutcher@gmail.com</span></span></span></a></span></div></span><p style="text-align: left;margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; "><span style="font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; font-family: Georgia; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium; ">Place your orders by March 31st to get your slabs on April 15th!</span></b></span></p></div></span>Berlin Reedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17594527383570504988noreply@blogger.com0