Our feature this weekend is brown butter and lemon seared scallops with truffled parmesan arancini, grilled broccolini, arugula salsa verde, and candied hazelnut crumble. For a perfect pairing we have a dry riesling from one of our favorite Oregon biodynamic winemakers. The Brooks Winery Willamette Valley riesling shows honeydew and cantaloupe on the nose with hints of petrol along with tangerine and nectarine. The ripe, opulent fruit is balanced with lifting acidity and a crisp, mouthwatering finish.
Fat on the Brain: The Health Benefits of Fresh Seafood
Chefs use fat in so many ways. We love adding flavor or texture to a dish with a judicious swig of extra virgin olive oil. Preserving fresh herbs and submerging slow cooked meats under a layer of fat protects those products or at least delays their cellular...