May 2010

May 23rd Famers' Market Menu

Submitted by Chris on Sun, 05/23/2010 - 1:38pm

The outlying areas of Baltimore will get all sorts of odd weather, including the frosts that happened last week. Consequently it is always difficult to know exactly what you will find at the Farmers' Market on a given day. Last week Asparagus was scarce, this week, Kohlrabi comes into its own. All part of the challenge that our Chef excels at. This week is no exception with another fun example of just what Maryland has to offer:

 

Farmers' Market Menu May 23rd 2010

3 Courses: $20.00

 

first:

Red Oak Leaf Lettuce Salad
Kohlrabi, Lemon Vinaigrette and Strawberries

 

13.5% Featured Wines

Submitted by Chris on Sat, 05/22/2010 - 2:12pm

13.5% Featured Wines of the Moment:

White:

M. Chapoutier 

Cotes du Rhone Blanc Belleruche 2008

A classic White Cotes du Rhone made of Grenache Blanc, Clairette and Bourboulenc, an exceptionally food-friendly profile of citrusy minerals, floral overtones, and a supple texture.

Pair this as they would in the Southern Rhone: with seared Fish, Braised Pork, or soft Goat's Cheese. Make note of the Braille label, a Chapoutier standard due to a blind family member. 

Enjoy Onsite .... $22.99

Take Home ..... $14.99

Tasting Extravaganza

Submitted by Chris on Wed, 05/12/2010 - 11:36pm

The Winemakers and Distributors are coming out of the wood-work this next week. 2 representatives for winemakers and a distributor showing off new rosés. 

 

Madrigal Logo

Friday May 14th 4-6:30 pm

Starting Friday off right with Chris Madrigal of Madrigal Vineyards coming all the way from Napa Valley to show off just what 3 generations of winemaking in Napa can create. 

 

Mother's Day Farmers' Market Menu

Submitted by Chris on Sun, 05/09/2010 - 2:53pm

An early morning trip to the I-83 Farmers Marekt prouced boxes of fun for todays Farmers' Market Menu. Couple that with Mothers getting a FREE glass of wine today, and what more could you want for Mothers Day.

FIRST

Indigo Frissee Salad:

  • Radish d'Avignon, Nasturtium Flower, Champagne Vinaigrette

SECOND

Confit Pork Shoulder:

  • Braised Spinach, Spring Onions

THIRD

Balsamic Strawberries:

  • with Buckwheat Honey

 

3 Courses - $20.00 And a FREE glass of wine for Mothers, up to $12.00

 

Every week something new. We look forward to seeing how the season Progresses and just what the Baltimore area has to offer.

 

Mothers Day Special

Submitted by Chris on Fri, 05/07/2010 - 6:57pm

 

Mothers Day is a great day to bring Mom in for some quality time, a couple glasses of wine and a very special three course Menu. Plus Mothers get a glass of wine on the house. 

Every week our Chef finds the freshest local ingredients and creates a special 3 course menu to highlight the best the surrounding area has to offer. So swing on by and see just what our Chef can do with fresh local ingredients, and clean simple preparation. All tolled 3 Courses, $20.00 and everyone here at 13.5%.

** Free glass of wine up to $12.00 value ** 

 

Spring Menu at 13.5%

Submitted by Chris on Fri, 05/07/2010 - 6:51pm

 

The signs of Spring came early this year. Trees went from bud to flower to leaf in record time, leaving in their wake some beautiful days. Following behind the outward signs of spring, all sorts of fresh local produce has begun appearing at Farmers' Markets and local stores.

Warm weather has brought us beautiful Eastern Shore Asparagus, Peas, Leafy greens, and tall red stalks of Rhubarb. As we move from Spring to Summer be sure to keep checking back and seeing what local foods we are rolling into our specials.