Happy Holidays..

Been trying to finish the winter menu, while juggling surgery,and x-mas shopping.... my main focus has been on my wife and kids. And they deserve nothing less than that from me..so happy holidays to all. and see you soon

Back On Track..

My computer just came back after being quarantined. apparently it came down the h1n1 virus. I've been real busy lately. thanksgiving went off with out a hitch which was great. Unfortunately i could not get one picture off do to the amount of prep , me and Jarrod scrambled to the last second, I've been crafting the winter and holiday menu's, as well as working on a gourmet pizza concept we might end up doing at the restaurant. On the personal front I've continued to do the Sunday suppers at my house and it's been quite enjoyable. It feel great after a long week to celebrate a plate of food with great company. Above is pictures from the last two suppers. The top photos is a dinner me and john boy did. Stuffed Cornish hens with roasted heirloom carrots, beets and whole wheat gnocchi. stuffed with a basmati laced with blood sausage...Honestly it was one of best meals of 2009 for me. It was so good i opted to toast with it's carcass. not really thinking about john boys vegan fiance (sorry) the flavors were amazing. my only real blooper was that i tried the whole wheat flour on the gnuddi . I would of much rather preferred all purpose or farina type "00" . the funny picture on the bottom is my wife teaching Jarrod to drink backwards to get rid of hiccups.