August Cooking Events
August 1, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m.
Summer in Yucatan
Mary Aebischer, $48.00
With traditional ingredients; On the menu: Cactus Paddle Salsa with handmade tostaditas; Cochinita-Pibil style Pork (Slow-cooked achiote/orange pork loin in banana leaves); Roasted tomato, Poblano Chile pepper; and Chihuahua cheese bake
Pine Nut and Kahlua Dark Chocolate Torte
August 6, Monday, 6:00 p.m.
Food and Wine Pairing
Terri Geiser, $48.00
A matter of taste. You'll be greeted with a delightful Vouvray and assortment of cheeses; Spinach Salad with warm Garlic Apple Cider Vinaigrette; Red Wine Braised Beef Shanks with a rich and delicious Red wine blend; Bourbon Peach Ice Cream Sundaes with Pound Cake Croutons with a fruity sweet dessert wine
August 7, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.
Savory and Sweet
Janet Powell, $48.00
Wow your family and friends with the delicious appetizer and dessert ideas! Caesar Salad Bites, Eastern Shore style Mini-Crab Cakes, Creamy warm Onion Spread, Chocolate Caramel Bread Pudding, Pecan Cheesecake Squares, and French Apple Tart.
August 8, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m.
Seasonal Summer Cuisine
Garrett Scanlan, $48.00
Seasonal food has the best flavor. On the menu: Chilled Avocado Soup with Parmesan Toasts; Pasta San Moritz with Pan Roasted Shrimp; and Summer Peach Clafoutis, with Raspberry Coulis.
August 13, Monday, 6:00 p.m.
"Baja Style"
Walter Payne, $48.00
Come join us for a summer feast. On the Menu: Mexican table snacks of Pico de Gallo, Chips, and Marinated Carrots with Onions and Jalapenos; Basic Mexican Tostado, a Flat Corn Tortilla covered with Beans, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions and Cheese; Cilantro-Lime marinated Steak accompanied by a Mexican Potato Salad; Mango-Tequila filled Cupcake with Whipped Cream, Tequila and Lime Frosting. Special guest: Dennis Geiser, bringing back his famous Margaritas.
August 15 , Wednesday, 6:00 p.m.
Pasta Celestiale!
Joseph Lowery, $48.00
Avanti Savoia. On the menu: Truffled Polenta Canapés with a Yellow Label Balsamic Vinegar glaze; Pappardelline di Pomodoro con Salsa Fresca with extra virgin olive oil and Il Borgo Orange Label Balsamic Vinegar; Linguine Nero di Seppia con Vongole- A dramatic Black Squid Ink linguine served with traditional clam sauce; Foglie D'ulivo con Panna, Arugula Pesto, Pomodoro; Zabaglione alla Cioccolato finished with a few drops of luxurious Il Borgo Red Label Balsamico.
August 20, Monday, 6:00 p.m.
Elegant Entertaining
Gary Nicely, $48.00
A crowd pleaser. On the menu: Roasted Vegetable Gazpacho with Dill Crème Fraiche; Spicy Shrimp with Sweet Pea Risotto and Prosciutto wrapped Asparagus; Strawberry White Chocolate Cannoli
August 22, Wednesday, 6:00 p.m.
Cooking from the Market!
Peter Glander, $48.00
Simple preparations of the summer's vegetable bounty. On the menu: Take any of these basic recipes and make a seasonal feast:
Summer Pasta Primavera, Grilled Shrimp with market fresh Salsa, Jerk seasoned Skirt Steak with savory Watermelon Salad; Follow up with a sweet corn and honey shortcake for a bit of sweetness.
August 29 , Wednesday, 6:00 p.m.
Over the Top
Stephen Myers, $48.00
With so much flavor. On the menu: Summer herbed goat cheese soufflé salad, with tear drop tomatoes over baby rocket and frisse, and finished with tupelo honey vinaigrette; Prosciutto wrapped seared breast of chicken, over scallions whipped potatoes served with sautéed baby vegetables and finished with a Jerusalem artichoke puree; Summer berry trifle with layers of lemon crème fresh and ginger mascarpone, served with a slice or artisanal honey comb.
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