“The first fact about a celebration, is that it is a way of affirming defiantly, and even flamboyantly, that it is a good thing to be alive.” - - G. K. Chesterton
The Dinner
August 29, 2020
Menu
Salad
Grilled Belgium Endive
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Port Poached Pear
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Crispy Shallots
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Gorgonzola
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Blackberry Balsamic
Entree
Blackberry/Red Wine Braised
Beef Short Ribs
Yukon Gold Potato Puree
Glazed Tri-color Root Vegetables
Fried Horseradish Strands
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Grilled Sea Bass
Green Asparagus Risotto
Purple Asparagus Sauce
MicroHerbs
Dessert
Almond Essence Cream Cake with Buttercream Icing
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Limoncello Jordan Almonds *
* According to Italian legend, Jordan almonds represent the bitter (almond) and sweet (sugar coating) in life. Serving guests a Jordan almond as they leave your table wishes them more sweet than bitter in their lives.
About the Chef
Chef Kevin Griffin
“What I love most about being a chef is the enjoyment that comes with pleasing people through food. I love this aspect the most because food is a big part of everyones’ lives. It brings people together, whether it be a special occasion, big event or just a casual get-together with friends and/or family. I also love to try new things and experiment with different ingredients that I have never used before!
In my free time, I love to be outdoors! I enjoy fishing or wakeboarding in the summer, mountain biking all year, snowboarding in the winter and escaping to the mountains at least once a year.”
Kevin is the new Executive Chef at the Lafayette Club. Previously he starred at other local restaurants, most recently as head chef at Birches on the Lake in nearby Long Lake, MN. We know you will enjoy the dinner he has prepared for us this evening!