If you are thinking about entertaining, we are ready to make it go more smoothly. We can prepare a dessert—like tiramisu, or white chocolate cheesecake, or pumpkin rolls. Also, we can prepare finger foods like Tuscan chicken salad on brushetta with sprouts and tiny tomatoes. How about a dip with the olive-fig tapenade with cream cheese and crackers? Perhaps the roasted red pepper cheesecake would make a nice presentation on your buffet table. Take a few moments to discuss your plans with me and I'll help you formulate a plan.
While you are thinking of friends, perhaps a jar of chipotle strawberry jam or garlic jelly would make a nice hostess gift. These savory treats are wonderful paired with roasted meats or even a savory bread— like a sweet potato biscuit.
Many of you have commented on Bruce's intimate floral portraits. They are available from $65-350. My scarves, too, make a nice gift. I have reprinted the knots cheat sheets and they accompany any sale. The price on my hand-dyed silk scarves is $40 each or 3/$100. I have not raised my price on these in 6 years. Each corner is hand-beaded to add just enough weight to make them behave. If you come in during a quieter moment, I can even give you a personal knot lesson.For the music fans on your shopping list, remember Jon's CD is available for $10. Every dollar spent on his CD goes toward his new dream guitar. I think he is setting up a listening station, if you'd like to check it out. Did you know we do gift certificates? We do. If you know someone on your shopping list who loves to eat here, a gift certificate may be something highly desired.
I am making a point of bringing in some of my smaller quiltlets for your enjoyment. Some focus on the joys of middle-aged yoga. Some feature botanicals. The botanicals are made from a combination of handmade stamps and pigments on linen, plus my hand-guided machine quilting. I made the stamps to celebrate post oaks, dogwoods, magnolia pods, and osage oranges. Check them out on your next visit. While my current focus is on the cooking, I spent many years creating my artquilts and would love to share them with you. Most of all, thank you for shopping "small" and "local." This way we keep the money in the local economy.
Now here's this week's menu~
For this week we will be quite seasonal. I know most of you will have your fill of turkey, but on Tuesday Bruce has a VERY special tamale this week you have got to try. It was the recipe that sparked his interest in the whole tamale game—Sage-rubbed, oven-roasted turkey-stuffed tamales with warm spiced pumpkin purée and a cranberry and hominy chutney. $6.50
On Monday I'll bring back the Elk meatloaf. Those that enjoyed it on Friday were raving about it. If you have never tried elk, you might be surprised to learn that it is NOT AT ALL gamey. It is very low in fat but high in protein. The loaf is quite moist and flavorful. I'll pair it with some garlic mashed potatoes and fresh broccoli. $6.50
Wednesday we'll bring back those luscious blue crab and chipotle onion quesadillas. They will be accompanied by the usual quesadilla sides— guacamole, sour cream, salsa and tortilla chips. $7.00
Thursday—Thanksgiving—we'll be closed.
Friday~ Sausage and mushroom quiche with a side salad. No wimpy quiches here! Deep-dish and full of fresh ingredients and farm-fresh eggs. $6.50
Saturday~Roasted pork loin topped with fresh herbs and strawberry/chipotle jam with apple/shallot dressing and oven-roasted root veggies. $6.50
Desserts this week include tiramisu, pumpkin roll, apple pie.
The "comeback treat" will be one of Bruce's family recipe cookies.
We are thankful for your continued support in our efforts. We know you have many things happening with your families right now. We hope you'll spend a bit of time with us.
Warmest wishes—
Susan, Jon and Bruce
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