Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Haute Brunch

About three weeks ago, Dan and I were out and about and decided to grab brunch. Haute Dish in downtown Minneapolis was near and happened to be on our list of brunch spots to try. Although I heard the Biscuits & Gravy are a menu item not to be passed, I must say that my Pig in a Blanket was the right choice!

The Pig in a Blanket (contrary to your initial thought) consists of smoked pork shoulder, pepperjack cheese, and a johnny cake smothered with poblano gravy, topped with fresh cilantro. If you haven't been to brunch at Haute Dish yet, don't wait any longer. When you're there try the Pig in a Blanket alongside a mimosa and I promise, you won't leave disappointed!


Wednesday, May 15, 2013

70 and Sunny

After many months of cold temperatures and snow, it finally feels like spring. A few weeks ago we were teased with a 70 degree weekend. Everyone thought THIS IS IT, warm weather is here; but everyone was wrong, snow came again the following week. As we near the end of the first straight week of temps above 70, I'm optimistic that warmer weather is here to stay!

With warmer weather comes outdoor activities, projects inside and outside of the house and best of all... delicious food and fun cocktails. Dan and I kicked off the warm weather with a round of golf. It then snowed the following week. Last weekend it warmed up and we decided that white wine, grilled lobster, broccolini and fingerling potatoes were the perfect meal to celebrate.


Forgot to get the pic of the lobster, but rest assured, it was delicious!

Recipes
Grilled Broccolini
Toss in extra virgin olive oil. Sprinkle red pepper flakes and salt. Place in tin foil on the grill for about 10 minutes. When fully cooked, squeeze fresh lemon over them and serve. 

Baked Fingerling Potatoes
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Slice fingerling potatoes in half , length wise. Drizzle olive oil (I used Rosemary flavor) over a baking pan. Sprinkle garlic salt, pepper and parmesan over the pan. Place potatoes (cut side facing down) on the pan and bake for 60-70 minutes. 

Monday, April 15, 2013

Warm Weather Ahead

With spring just around the corner... oh wait, spring is here! Let me start over.

With warm weather just around the corner (hopefully), all I can seem to think about is grilling, salads and fruity cocktails. Because there is still snow on the ground, I've adjusted my focus to the upcoming Derby for a Cure party, hosted by the JDRF-YLC. This event is near and dear to my heart as its main purpose is to raise funds for Type 1 diabetes. In addition to raising funds for a great cause, it makes the top of my list because it includes mint juleps and derby attire!

Here is my simple, yet bold, inspiration for this year!

Blackberry Mint Julep from MathaStewart.com
Dolly Chambray Dress from Anthropologie