December 2009 Meeting

EXETER HOUSE, SEATTLE

Hosted by Chef Mark Linden CEC, AAC

80 guests were treated to an innovative festive dinner presentation and a silent auction.

Menu

De Constructed Lobster and White Bean Chili
Smoked Cheddar Pastry
Cilantro Oil

Heirloom Beet Gateau
Roasted Harvest Gold and Striped Beets
Chive Mousseline
Bacon and Onion Crisp
Frisse and Red Oak Greens
Pumpkin Seed Oil Emulsion

Pan Seared Cured Breast of Duck
Whole Grain Mustard Bigarade
Braised Red Cabbage
Indian Harvest Gingham Rice Croquette

Brown Butter Pear Tatin
Brandied Egg Nog Crème Anglaise
Maple Nut Ice Cream
Coffee Service

New Member Initiation

Thank you to Christina Cunningham of PRNW and Bauscher USA for providing plates.