Month: November 2014

Advance Notice: Brockhaus Returns With The Second Coming

DSC_2000We should look for someone to eat and drink with before looking for something to eat and drink. — Epicurus
 
Thank you for an absolutely fantastic evening. The food was off the charts. We were amazed at the multiple layers of taste in each dish. I know you put a tremendous amount of work into the prep and cooking of the meal … it was apparent in the taste. We also enjoyed the company of your guests. It was a most engaging evening of conversation.
— 
Brockhaus guest 
 
The First Supper was a success (read about it here): lively conversation and exciting wines, great food and new friendships. Now for the next course. At 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, Brockhaus returns in Houston with The Second Coming, and you can be at the table. Six courses, accompanied by unique and delicious wines, at a table of individuals passionate about all things culinary. And there will be surprises.
 
$115 per person
Seating is limited. Email us if you have any questions, and if you know of anyone who might be interested in attending The Second Coming please help spread the news via Facebook, Twitter, email, or word of mouth.
 
Bon appétit, 
 
The Brockhaus Team
 
(Brockhaus‘ preferred method of payment is PayPal via the email address [email protected]; please contact us with any questions.)
 
*A portion of the proceeds will benefit No Kid Hungry.
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menu
 
butternut squash bisque / cauliflower snow / chorizo
 
curried oysters on the half shell / cucumber sauce / caviar
 
pork belly confit / wild Texas mushroom / celeriac purée
 
crab cake / asparagus risotto 
 
lamb shank / cannellini / roasted tomato / greens
 
chocolate cake / bacon semifreddo
 
(complimentary wines accompany each course)

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In Spain, By the Sea, I Dined Well

Paco Perez in his Restaurant Miramar. (Photo courtesy four-magazine.com)

Paco Perez in his Restaurant Miramar. (Photo courtesy four-magazine.com)

I was in Girona for a few days and decided to drive myself to a little town not far away, to a place called Llançà, in and around which about 5,000 or so people live. My final destination was Restaurant Miramar, where Paco Perez and his team create beautiful (and delicious) dishes from local, stellar ingredients, including tuna, anchovies, sea cucumber, and pigeon.

I arrived in Llançà in the late afternoon, after a drive along the coast, a winding and invigorating journey. I parked near the sea, along a promenade, fishing boats, and families and couples wandering in the sunlight. As I am wont to do, I walked the streets of this town that was new to me, stopping in a bar/pub that advertised Paulaner on a sign hanging above its door. The proprietor spoke some German, and we talked about Fussball and food and politics.

Around 7:30 I made my way to the restaurant, which holds two Michelin stars, and ordered a Campari and Soda at my table overlooking the promenade and the water. I chose the tasting menu, which was comprised of 20 or so plates, ready for a long and enjoyable repast. I was not disappointed. A foie doughnut, a beautiful prawn, rouget, pigeon, much more, all done with sophistication and artistry. As the menu stated, “Simplicity is the greatest sophistication.”

Here, for your gustatory pleasure, my meal.

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