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Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Planning a Spring Feast

We're right on the edge of spring turning to summer. Before we get there, make yourself a delicious spring feast.
The Menu
Starters:
Baked Citrus Les Freres (Crave Brothers and Ventura Orangecello)
A wonderful way to start the celebration is with a glass of bubbles. I suggest Champagne Laurent-Perrier Brut L-P ($39.99), Bellenda Prosecco Brut ($19.99), and Carpene Malvolti Prosecco Brut ($19.99).  
Main Event:
Lobster Risotto (Get Maine Lobster) with Cakebread Chardonnay ($37.00)
Garlic and Herb Lamb Loin Chops (Tri-Lamb Group) with Halter Ranch Cรดtes de Paso 2010 ($30.00)

Sides:
Deviled Egg Salad 
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
I suggest the Pinot Bianco from Villa Locatelli ($12) or Bodegas Franco Espanolas Rioja Royal White ($10).  These wines are made only in stainless steel which makes them fresh and very fruit forward wines highlighting their minerality.

Dessert:

Savvy Treats Carrot Cake Cupcakes come in minis and regular size. I love the bits of coconut in the cake.
Baked by Yael Carrot Cake Pops are great for a spring party.  People can enjoy there or grab and go for later.

Cocktail:
Signature Spring Punch (Thyme, Ventura Limoncello, Half Moon Orchard Gin)

Overall Meal Pairing:

Invitations
  • You might spring for paper invitations, but if your budget is tighter, try using an evite.
  • Suggest that your guests wear spring colors.
Venue
  • Look for a place with outdoor space so you can enjoy the fresh air. If you want to host at home and you live in the city like I do, maybe your building has an outdoor patio that you can reserve.  
Decorations
  • Fresh Flowers
  • Pastel Colors

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