On the 21st of April the Moorings of Arlington Heights hosted its' fourth edition of chef's reserve dinner in 2015
Sous Chef Kevin Chlada and myself themed the menu around the "awakening of Spring" with a light French influence.
Lisa Baumgartner, our dining room manager dazzled the residents with her wine knowledge as each of the 5 courses was served with its' own wine. The dinner was a big hit with the residents and we were fully booked with 18 reservations for May's dinner the next day. Below are the tidbits...
Spring Awakening at The Moorings
5 Courses - 5 Wines
To Begin
An array of Seasonal Vegetables and Textures in Full Display of Spring
Albero Rose, Spain 2013
Followed By
House Made Smoked Salmon & Goat Cheese Tortellini with a Spring Corn
Emulsion and Caviar
Les Portes De Bordeaux Sauvignon Blanc, France 2013
Intermezzo
Goat's Milk Gouda Blanc, Porter Beer Infused Irish Cheddar, Soft Ripened
Camembert, Gorgonzola Dolce with Traditional Garnishes
Schloss Biebrich Sparkling Wine, Germany 2013
And Now
Petit Filet with Fresh Water Blue Prawns, Truffled Yukon Gold Potatoes and Herb
Butter
Beneventano Epicuro Red Blend, Italy 2012
Finally
Crisp Fresh Baked Layers of Phyllo Filled with White Chocolate Mousse, Wild
Berries and a Chambord Liquour Glaze
Le Grotte Reggiano Lambrusco Dolce, Italy 2012
Silas Pinto
Executive Chef
Moorings of Arlington Heights