Recently my Favorite Mother in Law had a monumental birthday. She was visiting with us at the time, so as a gift to her I created a five-course meal with some of her favorites. The courses were paired with appropriate wines, of course (reviews of which were previously posted). Here is the menu with some photos.
Course One
Trio of Appetizers
Steamed Shrimp in a Citrus Vinagrette
Philo Cup with Shrimp, Smoked Salmon & Mushroom
Smoked Salmon Crème in Cucumber Cup
Wine: NV Riondo Prosecco Veneto IGT
Course Two
Island of Spinach Soup in a Sea of Potato-Leek Soup
Wine: 2006 Monmousseau Vouvray
Course Three
Romaine Salad with Blood Orange and Blueberries with Aged Balsamic Vinagrette
Wine: Continued with Vouvray
Course Four
Seared Wild Salmon “Sushi”
Seared Wild Salmon served on Sushi Rice with Sweet Potato Wedges
Wine: 2000 Domaine du Colombier Crozes-Hermitage Cuvée Gaby
Course Five
Classic Crème Brulee
Wine: 2001 Mount Horrocks Riesling Cordon Cut
[We were too full to remember to take a picture!]
It was a nice way to celebrate Joyce’s birthday. And hers is a life deserving of great celebrations! Happy Birthday, FMIL!
