Last night Craig and I went to a cooking class. (Some friends had to cancel at the last minute and since it was a non-refundable fee, they let us take their place!) It was a French Cuisine Theme... and all I can say is, OOH LA LA!
First up was
Vol-au-Vent au Fruits de Mer
Don't let the word "fruits" fool you... there was no fruit involved. It was a puff pastry with lobster and scallops. Of course, the scallops were cooked in wine... and other things...
This was paired with a delicious sparkling wine...
Next was probably my favorite...
Poached Pear-Goat Cheese Salad
The pears were poached in a bottle (or two) of port wine. Very yummy!
This was paired with our next wine...
Then, on to the main course... Duck Confit with Cherry Sauce. It was served with potatoes, carrots and spinach and the duck was laid on top of the cherries and cherry sauce. Very yummy!
It was paired with a red wine...
And, finally dessert! Chocolate Hazelnut Dacquoise. I'll let the picture and video explain...
It was a fun night... full of education and GREAT food! Thanks to Dave and Gabby for giving us their spot... and we do plan on doing it again. Hopefully next time we will all four go together!
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