Kitchen Kriminal Dinner November 19, 2011

Congratulations on your Retirement Pam!

Thanks to Mark and Elizabeth for Hosting

Scallion Crusted Salmon
Israeli Couscous "Risotto", Asparagus,
Saffron Red Onion Vinaigrette

Seared Crab Cake
Walnut Crema, Braised "Dino" Kale, Sweet Peppers

Smoked Paprika Prawns
Sautéed Gnocchi, Roasted Mushroom, Aromatic Mushroom Broth

Short Rib Pie
Arugula & Toasted Almonds, Red Wine Mustard Vinaigrette

Rosemary & Garlic Rubbed Tri Tip
Potatoes Boulangere, Sautéed Baby Spinach, Truffle Nage

Spiced White Chocolate Chip Brownie
Meringue & White Chocolate Sauce

Kitchen Kriminal Dinner 11.12.11

Thanks Yali & Aaron for hosting!

Seared Salmon
Asparagus & Sauce Soubise, Walnut Olive Oil Sauce

Eggplant Crisp
Piperade of Peppers, Fresh Mozzarella

Shrimp Tart
Creamed Radicchio, Brie Cheese & Roasted Shrimp

Seared Crab Cake
Mushroom & Celery Root Ragout with Mushroom Nage

Aromatic Short Ribs
Roasted Butternut Squash, Brussel Sprout & Bacon Ragout

Blueberry Crumb Cake
Pecan & Caramel Sauce with Nutmeg Whipped Cream

Kitchen Kriminal June 5th, 2011

Thanks to Tammy for hosting and Happy Birthday to Elizabeth!

Herb Flat Bread
Brie Cheese, Prosciutto, Baby Mache, Mustard Vinaigrette

Crab Cake
Carrot, Radish, Romaine Slaw with Smoked Paprika Aioli

Sautéed Gnocchi
Roasted Red Pepper and Olive Sauce with Stewed Shrimp

Almond Crusted Salmon
Risotto Cake, Green Beans and Raisins, Balsamic Reduction

Pulled Pork
Corn Crouton, Bacon and Corn Ragout, Parsley Sauce

Strawberry Shortcake
Chocolate Chip Biscuit, Mint Whipped Cream

Kitchen Kriminal December 17, 2010

Thank you Christina & Matt for hosting again this year!

Happy Holidays!

Gingerbread House by Tony


French Onion Soup
en Croute

Seared Crab Cake
Apple Slaw, Smoked Paprika, Caper Ailoi

Peasant Pie
Braised Fennel, Fontina Cheese & Arugula

Chili Roasted Prawns
Tomato Braised Peppers
Fried Almonds & Currents

Herb Roasted Salmon
Root Vegetable & Braised Short Rib Ragout

Apple Olive Oil Cake
Vanilla Gelato & Caramel Sauce

Kitchen Kriminal December 3, 2010

Happy Birthday Erik!
Thanks to Bill & Norman for hosting - We had a great time!!

Peasant Pie with Mixed Greens

Crab Cake
Pumpkin Puree & Roasted Squash

Seared Scallop
Broccoli Rabe & Craisins, Creamy Polenta

Spice Roasted Shrimp
Tomato Braised Pepper, Arugul, Fried Almonds & Currents

Roasted Salmon
Shortrib Root Vegetable Ragout, Potato Nage

Chocolate Ginger Cake
Caramel Sauce, Egg Nog Whipped Cream

Kitchen Kriminal October 2, 2010

Thank you George and Carrie for Hosting. We had a great time!


End of Summer Tomato Soup
Tomato & Dill Crostini

Truffle & Crab Risotto
Olive Oil & Parmesan Broth

Peasant Pie

Fennel, Caramelized Onions, Frisée Salad -Sherry Bacon Vinaigrette

Chili Roasted Shrimp

Pine Nuts, Currents Soffritto, Braised Peppers

Braised Short Ribs

Butternut Squash & Wilted Baby Spinach

Apple Olive Oil Cake

Spiced Whipped Cream & Walnut Carmel Sauce

Kitchen Kriminal Sept. 17, 2010

Thanks to Yali & Aaron for Hosting! We had a great time.

Butternut Squash Soup

Pecans & Gala Apple

Peasant Fennel Pie
Orange & Mixed Greens Salad

Sauteed Shrimp Risotto
Pesto Sauce

Crisp Japanese Eggplant
Moroccan Tomato Sauce

Braised Short Ribs
Potato Fondant, Asparagus & Dill Ragout

Italian Strawberry Cake
Honey & Balsamic Sauce

Kitchen Kriminal July 24, 2010

Thank you Sharron for Hosting!
Congratulations to the newly engaged couples!

Baked Shrimp Ravioli
Brown Butter Sauce, Parsley & Walnuts

Savory Tart
Olives, Roasted Red Peppers, Ricotta with Balsamic Vinaigrette

A “Simple” Meatball
Fried Caper & Fresh Shaved Parmesan

Peasant Pie
Braised Fennel & Mushrooms with Fennel Olive Oil Sauce

Basil Roasted Talapia with Crab
Truffle Potato Puree, Asparagus & Lemon Truffle Sauce

Strawberry Olive Oil Cake
Honey Whipped Ricotta, Strawberry Carmel