It’s a house in the Montrose section of Houston, the home of dear friends. It’s a lovely place, with a pool and lots of art. And it was the venue for The Brockhaus’s premiere evening, back in September of 2014. Eight guests, engaging and stimulating conversation, lots of laughter, and, of course, food and wine. We attracted a bit of attention, made some new friends, and went on to stage dinners on Nantucket, in the Galleria area, in the Heights of Houston, near Dallas, and, back in Houston, in Memorial (evenings in two homes there). May 7 was the date of the most recent event, and 10 guests gathered around the table then. There were truffles and lobster and, again, some great wines.
The First Supper menu
That house in Montrose kept calling to me, and now it’s time for a return engagement. On November 12, The Brockhaus will cook again at the bungalow, in what will be a homecoming of sorts, a homecoming and an evening in honor of late chefs and cooks who have inspired us. We’ll remember Charlie Trotter and Fernand Point, Julia Child and Edna Lewis, plus Craig Claiborne and Michel Richard. Their lives and passions, and their approach to food. This is an homage, a celebration, not a re-creation. The menu was inspired by these greats, and it’s a progression of courses that we are certain would please them all.
Snapper, zucchini agrodolce
Without further ado, the menu (and as always, there will be surprises):
THE BROCKHAUS HOMECOMING
November 12, 2016
1.
Billi Bi
Craig Claiborne
San Salvatore “Pian di Stio” Campania 2015 (Fiano) — Special bottling of Fiano in a 500-ml bottle, back-to-back Tre Bicchieri from Gambero Rosso. Imagine a crisp mineral-driven white with the secondary notes of young Sherry.
2.
Butter-Poached Lobster
Charlie Trotter
Terlano “Nova Domus” Alto-Adige 2008 Magnum (60 percent Pinot Bianco, 30 percent Chardonnay, 10 percent Sauvignon) — The winery has produced this stellar blend since 1893. It’s a wine built to age. .
3.
Corn Nugget Crab Cakes
Michel Richard
Michele Satta Viognier Bolgheri 2013 — A Tuscan from the man who planted some of the most famous vineyards in the world. An incredible Viognier with broad appeal.
4.
Quail in Champagne
Fernand Point
Pietro Cassina “Ca’ daj Tàss” Coste delle Sesia DOC 2011 — Super-soft style of Nebbiolo from Lessona in northwest Piedmont.
5.
Wagyu Ribeye with Chimichurri
Julia Child
Donatella Cinelli Colombini Casato “Prime Donne” Brunello di Montalcino 2010 ~ First-all female winery in Italy, a silky/complex style of Brunello; the winery is in (far) north Montalcino. Special blend assembled by five women hailing from four different countries. The 2010 is considered the best one ever (so far).
6.
Very Good Chocolate Cake
Edna Lewis
Tolaini “Valdisanti” 2011 (75 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, 20 percent Sangiovese 5 percent Cabernet Franc) — Michel Rolland and Diego Bonato made this Super Tuscan in a specific part of Chianti Classico famous for producing powerful reds.
The Brockhaus is pleased to be partnering with Jeremy W. Hart, regional manager for Banville Wine Merchants. I have enjoyed talking with Jeremy about wines, and know you will, too. He’s based in Houston, and covers Texas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Colorado, and recently announced a wine-and-dining tour that will take place in several cities. Live and Let Dine will feature dinners at Commander’s Palace, Italic, Galatoire’s, Hunky Dory, June’s, and many more. Go to liveandletdinetour.com for further information. The Brockhaus is looking forward to experiencing Live and Let Dine.
$145 per person/wine pairing with each course/mirth/new friends
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