French

Jennifer and Geof, March 1997

Cream of Asparagus Soup (KC&K)

Salade Mixte (A&R)

Blanquette de Veau aux Legumes Printaniers (J&G)

Mousse au Chocolat et Espresso (A&W)

vins blancs et rouges

Northern Italian

Ann and Wim, April 1997

Three Color Goat Cheese Terrine (J&G)

Assortment of Marinated Olives and Sun Dried Tomatoes (J&G)

Grilled Lamb Shanks (A&W)

Porcini Risotto (A&W)

Sauteed Leeks (A&W)

Grilled Vegetables (KC&K)

Citrus Sorbet (A&R)

assortment of wines

Southwestern

KC and Kurt, May 1997

Margaritas

Smoked Salmon and Blue Corn Blinis (A&R)

Wild Mushroom Tacos (A&W)

Barbecued Venison with Black Bean, Corn, and Chili Salsa (KC&K)

Raspberry Vacherin (J&G)

assortment of beer and wines

Hawaiian

Adele and Ross, July 1997

Pina Coladas

Crab and Jicama Seviche on Cucumber (A&W)

Chili-Seared Salmon, Tiki Style (A&R)

Asparagus and Shiitakes with Black Bean Sauce (KC&K)

Warm Carmelized Pineapple with Vanilla Butter Sauce and Coconut Ice Cream (J&G)

assortment of wines

Provencal

Jennifer and Geof, September 1997

Fish Terrine with Nori and Eel (A&W)

Gratin Dauphinois (A&R)

Shellfish Stew Provencal with Chili, Orange, and Garlic (J&G)

Tarte aux Prunex et Poires (KC&K)

vins blancs et rouges

Indonesian

Ann and Wim, October 1997

Popiah (J&G)

Rendang (KC&W&A)

Nasi Goreng (KC&W&A)

Gado Gado (KC&K&W)

Pisang Goreng (A&R)

assortment of wines

Moroccan

KC and Kurt, December 1997

Sweet Cinnamon Onions (J&G)

Sour Carrots (J&G)

Tagine of Halibut with Preserved Lemons and Caper Berries (KC&K)

Seven Flavor Cous Cous (A&R)

Mint Lemon Sorbet (A&R)

assortment of wines

Chinese

Adele and Ross, January 1998

Hot and Sour Soup (A&R)

San Hua Jiao Zi (J&G)

Xiao Long Bao (J&G)

Grilled Shrimp (A&W)

Bean Curd Beef Roll (KC&K)

Sa Ho Fan (KC&K)

Drunken Chicken (A&R)

Moon Cakes (KC&K)

assortment of wines

Cocina Latina

Jennifer and Geof, February 1998

Quesadillas (A&R)

Sweet Potato and Pear Soup (A&R)

Mole Poblano (J&G)

Garlic Corn Flan (A&W)

Orange Walnut Torte (KC&K)

assortment of wines

Italian

Ann and Wim, March 1998

Rotolone di Melanzane (KC&K)

Ossobuco of Venison (A&W)

Risotto Verde (A&R)

Gianduia with Vanilla Custard Sauce (J&G)

assortment of wines

Imagination

KC and Kurt, June 1998

Barbecued Chicken Wings and Livers (A&W)

Grilled Bass Flamed with Fennel and Cognac (KC&K)

Borekas with Zucchini, Feta, and Pine Nuts (J&G)

Citrus Sorbet (A&R)

Roasted Banana Rum Souffle with Vanilla Cream Sauce (A&R)

assortment of wines

Tuscan Summer Garden

Adele and Ross, August 1998

Eggplant Rolls Stuffed with Roasted Peppers, Feta, and Mint (J&G)

Cappellacci with Sweet Squash (A&R)

Pan-Braised Chicken with Sage, Rosemary, and Lemon (A&R)

Tomatoes Stuffed with Spinach and Pine Nuts (KC&K)

Sorbets of Peach, Green Apple, and Plum (A&W)

assortment of wines

Japanese

Jennifer and Geof, September 1998

Sushi (A&W)

Pickled Vegetables, Pickled Ginger, and Shredded Daikon (KC&K&J&G)

Clear Crab Soup (A&R)

Braised Eggplant (A&R)

Rice Balls with Bonito, Flying Fish Roe, and Pickled Plums (KC&K)

Treasure Ships with Shitake, Shrimp, and Ginko Nuts (J&G)

Green Tea Ice Cream (J&G)

assortment of wines

Appetizers and Wine Tasting

Ann and Wim, November 1998

Roasted Red Peppers with Goat Cheese (A&W)

Citrus Clove Marinated Shrimp (J&G)

Gravlax (A&W)

Eggplant "Caviar" on Endive Leaves (A&R)

Spicy Scallop Seviche (KC&K)

Tiny Cheese Puffs (J&G)

Cauliflower-Olive-Squid Salad (A&W)

Potted Mushrooms (A&R)

Sundried Tomato Pesto on Jicama and Cucumber (KC&K)

assortment of olives and breads

assortment of crisp, dry white wines

Indian

KC and Kurt, January 1999

Red Lentil Soup with Garam Masala (J&G)

Chana Dal (A&W)

Lamb with Spinach (KC&K)

Kulfi (A&R)

assortment of wines

Vernal Equinox

Adele and Ross, March 1999

Salmon Dill Omelet with Sour Cream (A&W)

Spring Greens with Raspberry Walnut Vinaigrette (J&G)

Ardshane House Irish Stew (A&R)

Pashka (KC&K)

assortment of wines

Continental

Jennifer and Geof, April 1999

Watercress and Pear Salad (KC&K)

Lentichie in Humido (A&W)

Provencal Roast Leg of Lamb with Carmelized Eggplant (J&G)

Lemon Lover's Tart (A&R)

assortment of wines

Barbecue

Ann and Wim, June 1999

Grilled Pizza with Wild Mushrooms and Smoked Tomatoes (KC&K)

Grilled Lobster Tail and Salmon (A&W)

Grilled Mixed Summer Vegetables (A&R)

Grilled Bananas with Rum Ice Cream and Mexican Hot Chocolate Sauce (J&G)

assortment of beer and wines

Caribbean

Adele and Ross, August 1999

Carriacou Rum Punch (J&G)

Tuna Bits with Mango Salsa (J&G)

Pidgeon Peas and Rice in Balsamic Vinegar (A&W)

Reef Chicken (A&R)

Tropical Fruit Cake (KC&K)

assortment of wines

Greek

KC and Kurt, October 1999

Two Varieties of Dolmas (A&W)

Orzo with Feta, Olives, and Peppers (J&G)

Moussaka (KC&K)

Halvah Cake (A&R)

assortment of wines

An Old Fashioned Christmas

Jennifer and Geof, December 1999

Creamy Carrot Soup (A&R)

Mixed Greens (A&R)

Wild Rice and Squash Pilaf (KC&K)

Maple and Apple Duck Breasts (J&G)

Sorbet in Honey Sabayon (A&W)

assortment of wines

Tapas

Ann and Wim, January 2000

Sherry (A&R)

Marinated Mushrooms (KC&K)

Shrimp Sofregit (A&W)

Snapper Cakes with Spicy Pepper Sauce (J&G)

Catalan Meatballs (KC&K)

Rosemary and Anchovy Tart (A&W)

Tangerine-Kissed Flan (J&G)

assortment of wines

Irish

KC and Kurt, March 2000

Irish Farmhouse Cheese Parcels (A&R)

Classic Irish Stew (KC&K)

Baileys Pudding Parfait (J&K)

assortment of wines

A Night Out

Adele and Ross, April 2000

The Savoy Restaurant

Berthoud, Colorado

California

Jennifer and Geof, August 2000

Salmon Cakes (KC&K)

Warm Cauliflower with Aioli and Anchovies (A&W)

Garlic and Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes (J&G)

Chicken Stuffed under the Skin with Goat Cheese and Herbs (J&G)

Two Sorbets: White Plum/Pinot Grigio, and Blackberry/Cabernet (A&R)

assortment of wines

The New Italian Kitchen

Ann and Wim, September, 2000

Wild Mushroom Soup (A&R)

Orange Fennel Salad (J&G)

Fish and Scallops in Two Sauces (A&W)

Assorted Tarts (KC&K)

assortment of wines

Pacific Rim Appetizers

KC and Kurt, October 2000

Assorted Sushi (A&W)

Mussels with Spicy Orange Sauce (J&G)

Big Island Goat Cheese and Maui Onion Tart with Red Pepper Coulis (A&R)

Tea-smoked Duck (KC&K)

Thai Mushroom and Smoked Salmon Salad (J&G)

Hoisin-Glazed Pork Ribs (A&R)

Vegetarian Beggar's Purses (KC&K)

Mango Ice Cream (A&W)

assortment of wines

Autumn

Adele and Ross, November 2000

Warm Mushroom Salad (KC&K)

Potatoes au Gratin (A&W)

Chicken in Pomegranate Sauce (A&R)

Apple and Cranberry Phyllo with Ginger Ice Cream (J&G)

assortment of wines

Fondue

Jennifer and Geof, February 2001

Vegetables with Aioli (J&G)

Mongolian Hot Pot with Squid and Vegetables (KC&K)

Duck Fondue with Cherry-Cabernet and Orange Sauces (J&G)

Chocolate Pate with Champagne Sabayon Sauce (A&R)

assortment of wines

A Cottage in Provence

Ann and Wim, March 2001

Tomato Clafoutis (A&R)

Braised Fennel (J&G)

Squash Gratin (J&G)

Confited Duck Leg in Port Reduction (A&W)

Blood Oranges with Grand Marnier Sabayon, Pistachios, and Shaved Chocolate (KC&K)

assortment of wines

Spring by the Sea

KC and Kurt, May 2001

Shrimp Wontons with Lime Ginger Butter (J&G)

Arugula, Pea Shoot, and Smoked Salmon Salad with Truffle Oil (A&W)

Monkfish on a Bed of Leeks and Shiitakes (KC&K)

Rhubarb Fool (A&R)

assortment of wines

An Evening in Denver

Adele and Ross, April 2001

Tante Louse Restaurant

Denver, Colorado

Amore in Brooklyn

Jennifer and Geof, August 2001

Caesar Salad (A&W)

Eggplant Bake (A&R)

Spaghetti with Meatballs (J&G)

Fruit Pizza (KC&K)

a little vino (but doncha looka my sister Isabella dat way)

Birthday Dining

Adele and Ross, December 2001

Flagstaff House Restaurant

Boulder, Colorado

Korean

KC and Kurt, January 2002

Korean Wine (A&W)

Spinach Soup (A&W)

Assorted Kimchee (KC&K&J&G)

Marinated Grilled Beef (KC&K)

Mung Bean Pancake with Oysters (J&G)

Cucumber Salad (A&W)

Pears Poached in Rice Wine (A&R)

assortment of wines and beers

Appetizers from Caracas to Miami

Jennifer and Geof, May 2002

Pina Coladas (A&R)

Catfish Seviche (A&W)

Squid in Pineapple and Kiwi (A&W)

Causa a la limon (KC&K)

Jamaican Jerked Chicken (KC&K)

Brazillian Empenadas (A&R)

Jamaican Beef Patties (A&R)

Coconut Barbecued Ribs (J&G)

Layered Mango and Vanilla Ice Cream (J&G)

assortment of wines

Rijsttafel

Ann and Wim, July 2002

Kroepoek (A&W)

Gado Gado (A&R)

Acar (KC&K)

Rendang (A&W)

Mango Sambal (KC&K)

Fried Bannanas (A&R)

Ajam Kalio (J&G)

Spekkoek (J&G)

assortment of wines and beer

Iron Chef: Mushrooms and Honey

KC and Kurt, September 2002

Lobster & Portobellos on a Baby Spinach Bed with Macadamia Honey, Miso, and Balsamic Vinegar Drizzle (J&G)

Pan Seared Mahi Mahi with Shitakes and Snow Peas (A&R)

Artichokes Stuffed with Mushroom Risotto, with Lavender Honey Vinaigrette (A&W)

Pork Roulades Stuffed with Shitake on a Garlic Chive Waffle (KC&K)

Honey Orange Slurpees (A&R)

assortment of wines

Tomatoes

Jennifer and Geof, September 2003

Royal Tongan Tomato Soup (J&G)

Stuffed Tomatoes with Summer Vegetables (KC&K)

Grilled Lamb Shanks with Sundried Tomato Tapenade (A&W&J&G)

Three Sorbets: Mint, Tomato, and Lemon (A&W)

aassortment of wines

Harvest

Adele and Ross, October 2003

Blackberry Herb Coctails (A&R)

Zucchini and Saffron Vichyssoise with Scallops (J&G)

Lobster Salad Canapes (A&W)

Fresh Corn Madeleines with Sour Cream and Caviar (KC&K)

Spiced Fillet of Beef with Cous Cous (A&R)

Peach Praline Bombes (A&W)

aassortment of wines

Orange you glad it's the holidays?

KC and Kurt, November 2003

Carrot Ginger Soup (A&W)

Goat Cheese wrapped in Prosciutto (A&W)

Salmon and Prawn Cakes (KC&K)

Citrus Salad (A&R)

Pan-fried Celery Root, Potato, and Goat Cheese Terrine (J&G)

Smoked Salmon (A&R)

Orange Fig Compote (KC&K)

Marbled Pumkin Cheesecake (J&G)

aassortment of wines

Mardis Gras

Ann and Wim, February 2004

Gumbo (A&R)

Crab Stuffed Artichokes (J&G)

Seafood Stuffed Zucchini with Cream Sauce (A&W)

Chocolate Pecan Pie (A&R)

aassortment of wines

Thai

KC and Kurt, May 2004

Thai Fish Cakes (A&R)

Yum Neau (J&G)

Panang Curry of Beef (KC&K)

Green Mango Salad (KC&K)

Lemon and Mint Sorbets (A&W)

aassortment of wines

Cary Neff's Conscious Couisine

Jennifer and Geof, September 2004

Wild Mushroom Phyllo Stack (A&W)

Artichoke Soup (KC&K)

Braised Shrimp and Scallops with Orzo Griddle Cakes (J&G)

Peach Ricotta Tart (A&R)

aassortment of wines

Smoke and Fire

Ann and Wim, October 2004

Crab Cakes with Chipolte Sauce (A&R)

Cannellini with Smoked Tomato Sauce (KC&K)

Smoked Ribs (A&W)

Gran Marnier Bittersweet Chocolate Fondue with Strawberries (A&R)

aassortment of wines

Winter Solstice Appetizers

KC and Kurt, December 2004

Bacon-wrapped Shrimp with Blue Cheese (J&G)

Chutney-stuffed Baked Brie in Phyllo (J&G)

Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Quince (A&R)

Smoked Salmon with Capers (A&R)

Persimmon, Candied Almond, and Goat Cheese Salad in Endive Boats (A&W)

Crab and Cucumber Stacks (A&W)

Crudites with Olivade (KC&K)

Grilled Steak with Carmelized Shallot Canapes (KC&K)

aassortment of wines

Low and Slow

Adele and Ross, January 2005

Roasted Beets in Balsamic Vinaigrette and Horseradish Sauce (A&W)

Cauliflower au Gratin (KC&K)

Cassoulet (A&R)

Armagnac Poached Prunes (J&G)

aassortment of wines

Wine Tasting

Jennifer and Geof, March, 2005

Two bottles per couple. Blind tasting.

Rate each bottle 1-10. Match wines to labels.

Favorite wine: Ellen Landing, Shiraz 1999, $20.

Runner up: Beringer, Knights Valley Alluvium 2000 (Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc), $23.

Most matches: 3/8 by Geof

Spring is in the Air

Ann and Wim, May 2005

Risotto with Mushrooms and Spring Vegetables (KC&K)

Goat Cheese Soufflees in Phyllo Cups with Frisee Salad (A&R)

Braised Lamb Shanks (A&W)

Rhubarb Sabayon with Strawberries (J&G)

assortment of wines

Vegetarian

Adele and Ross, September 2005

Risotto Stuffed Artichokes with Balsamic Vinaigrette (A&W)

Fava Bean, Roasted Garlic, and Truffle Potato Patties with Yellow Tomato Sauce (J&G)

Vegetable Torta (A&R)

Peach and Rhubarb Tart (KC&K)

assortment of wines

Frasca

Adele and Ross, December, 2005

Frasca Restaurant

Boulder, Colorado

Tea

Jennifer and Geof, January 2006

Chicken Tea Rice Soup (KC&K)

Green Tea Aubergine Parmesan (A&W)

Tea-Smoked Duck Salad with Satsumi Tangerines, Walnuts, and Bitter Greens in a Loquat White Balsamic Vinaigrette (J&G)

Green Tea Ginger Cake (A&R)

Thousand-Day Flower Tea (A&R)

assortment of wines

Tapas

Wim and Ann, March 2006

Sherry

Grilled Mushrooms with Hazelnut Gremolata (KC&K)

Wild Boar Daube (A&W)

Gaspacho (A&R)

Shrimp, Chorizo, Blue Cheese, and Caper Berry Skewers (J&G)

Tuna and Olive Crostini (A&R)

Salmon Ceviche (KC&K)

Kentucky Ham (A&W)

Flan (J&G)

assortment of wines

Provencal

KC & Kurt, June 2006

Crab Cakes with Saffron Beurre Blanc and Pink Champagne (A&W)

Creme d'Aubergines a la Provencale (J&G)

Grilled cod with Anchovy-Caper Butter (KC&K)

Warm Figs, Raspberries, and Cheese with Domaine Almond Cookies (A&R)

assortment of wines

Aloha

Adele & Ross, August 2006

Hot California Rolls (A&W)

Gaspacho with Spicy Ahi Tartare (KC&K)

Crispy Ono with Beet Coulis, Oyster Mushroom Polenta, and Wasabi Cream (A&R)

Macadamia Nut Pie with Coconut Gelato (J&G)

assortment of wines

Greek Isles

Jennifer & Geof, September 2006

Greek Salad (A&W)

Spanakopita (A&R)

Astakos Plaki: Saffron-Tomato Lobster (J&G)

Melopeta: Cheese and Honey Pie (KC&K)

assortment of wines

Bistro

Ann & Wim, November 2006

Crab Salad (J&G)

Petatou de Chevre Fraise (A&W)

Confit de Canard avec Petit Choux et Sauce Moutarde (A&W)

Pumpkin Custard (A&R)

assortment of wines

Mexican

KC & Kurt, February 2007

Margaritas

Ceviche (A&W)

Chiles Rellenos con Platanos y Chipotles en Escabeche (J&G)

Tamales de Puerco con Chili Rojo (KC&K)

Tamales de Hongos (KC&K)

Ibarra Chocolate Cake (A&R)

assortment of wines

A Real Turkey

Adele & Ross, April 2007

Grilled Portabellos with Fresh Greens and Orange-Mustard Dressing (KC&K)

Grilled Corn on the Cob with Orange Molasses Chipotle Glaze (G&J)

Smoked Turkey and Mashed Potatoes (A&R)

Raspberry Tarte (A&W)

assortment of wines

Wild

Jennifer and Geof, May 2007

Sour Cherry Soup (A&W)

Wild Mushroom Crostini (G&J)

Grilled Radicchio with Wild Rice, Orzo, and Shallots (KC&K)

Wild Anuktuvuk Pass Moose with Green Peppercorn Madeir Sauce (G&J)

Rhubarb Napoleon (A&R)

assortment of wines

Barbecue

Ann and Wim, July 2007

Grilled Scallops in Pancetta (A&W)

Bacon and Sage Polenta with Plantain-Chipotle Crema (G&J)

Texan Style Barbecue Ribs (A&W)

Grilled Bananas with Rum Ice Cream, Chocolate Sauce and Raspberry Coulis (KC&K)

assortment of wines

Pacific Rim Appetizers

KC and Kurt, August 2007

Maguro Sushi with Coconut Green Curry Sauce (G&J)

Sonoma Goat Cheese Tarts (G&J)

Eggplant and Goat Cheese Beggars' Purses

Lavender and Pepper Crusted Ahi Canapes

Malasian Moon Cakes (KC&K)

Soy, Pineapple and Ginger Glazed Sockeye on Rice Crisps

Hummus with Roasted Macadamia Nuts and Sesame

assortment of wines

Lemon and Lime

Adele and Ross, October 2007

Lime Salmon Cakes (G&J)

Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup (KC&K)

Seared Tuna with Lime Crust (A&R)

Sweet Lemon Brown-Buttered Apples and Lemon Creampots (W&A)

assortment of wines

The Egg

KC and Kurt, April 2008

Caviar Smoked Salmon Buckwheat Blinis (A&R)

Exotic Mushroom Bread Pudding (G&J)

Smoked Pork Shoulder with Honey-Soy Glaze and Artichoke, Brandy and Parmesan Soufflees (KC&K)

Grapefruit Three Ways: Candied, Chocolate Covered, and Sorbet, with Sabayon (W&A)

assortment of wines

Local Flavors

Adele and Ross, May 2008

Roasted Peppers and Goat Cheese Crostinis (G&J)

Buffalo Bratwurst with Chipotle Mustard Crostinis (G&J)

Pasta with Portabellos and Haystack Mountain Goat Cheese (W&A)

Colorado Skirt Steak with Balsamic Glaze (A&R)

Panna Cotta with Wild Plum Compote (KC&K)

assortment of wines

Brunch

Jennifer and Geof, September 2008

Dried Apricot Scones (KC&K)

Sundried Tomato Scones (KC&K)

Salmon Tartare (W&A)

Yogurt with Fruit and Honey (A&R)

Poached Eggs with Parmesan and Pesto (G&J)

Maple Apple Tarte (G&J)

assortment of juices

Steven Raichlen's A Celebration of the Seasons

Ann and Wim, November 2008

Pomegranate Waldorf Salad (A&R)

Sherried Winter Squash Soup (KC&K)

Tuscan Roast Pheasant Stuffed with Pancetta and Fresh Herbs (W&A)

Pears with Brandied Goat Cheese (G&J)

Blue Cheese (G&J)

assortment of wines

New York Times' 11 Healthy Foods You Aren't Eating

(beets, cabbage, chard, cinnamon, prunes, pomegranates, pumpkin seeds, sardines, turmeric, blueberries, and pumpkin)

Adele and Ross, April 2009

Pomegranate Champagne Punch

Oaxacan Pumpkin Tamales with Black Beans, Chipotles and Cinnamon

Beet and Apple Tabouleh with Basil Lemon Pesto

Green Mole Chicken with Chard and Pumpkin Seeds

Mexican Chocolate Tarte with Cinnamon Spiced Pecans and Mayan Chipotle Cocoa Powder (G&J)

assortment of wines

Sushi

Jennifer and Geof, May 2009

Nimo's Restaurant

Fort Collins, Colorado