This vibrant salad marries sweet, succulent lump crabmeat with blanched asparagus, served chilled or at room temperature with a sharp Dijon vinaigrette. Finished with herbs and soft greens, it’s perfect for brunch, springtime menus, or a light seafood entrée.
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Shrimp & Couscous Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing
This salad combines fluffy couscous with lightly spiced seared shrimp, crunchy fresh vegetables, and a nutty, creamy lemon-tahini dressing. It’s served warm or chilled, and the flavors only improve as they mingle. Think of it as the perfect meeting point between Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine—healthy, colorful, and deeply satisfying.
Lobster & Mango Salad with Citrus Dressing
This lobster and mango salad is the perfect blend of luxury and freshness. The richness of poached lobster meat is balanced by sweet, juicy mango, buttery avocado, and a refreshing orange-lime vinaigrette. Served cold, it’s perfect for warm-weather entertaining, light lunches, or as a standout starter course.
Cod Flake Salad with Parsley & Garlic Oil (Portuguese Style)
A tribute to traditional bacalhau dishes of Portugal, this salad is made with salt cod that’s flaked and gently poached, then tossed warm with boiled potatoes, onions, and a fragrant garlic-parsley oil. It’s hearty yet bright, often served with hard-boiled eggs and olives for depth and richness. A wonderful dish for lunch, tapas, or a light dinner with bread and wine.
Pheasant and Fig Terrine
A terrine is a classic French dish composed of finely ground or coarsely chopped meat pressed into a mold and baked gently. This version uses pheasant, a lean, subtly gamey bird, paired with the rich sweetness of dried figs and aromatic herbs. It’s served cold, sliced thin, often with crusty bread, mustard, or pickled vegetables. Ideal for a holiday starter, brunch board, or elevated picnic fare.
Wild Boar Sliders with Apple Slaw
These mini burgers feature lean, richly flavored wild boar blended with herbs and spices, grilled to juicy perfection, then topped with a crisp, apple and cabbage slaw for sweetness and crunch. The tangy slaw balances the gamey depth of the meat, and the slider format makes this dish approachable, fun, and ideal for parties or tasting menus.
Venison Carpaccio with Truffle Oil
Carpaccio is an Italian dish typically featuring raw meat or fish, thinly sliced and served with a bright, acidic dressing. This version uses venison, which is lean, flavorful, and a perfect canvas for luxurious touches like white truffle oil, Parmesan shavings, and peppery greens. It’s elegant, quick to prepare, and ideal for a first course or appetizer platter.
Buffalo Chicken Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs get a fiery upgrade with shredded buffalo chicken mixed into the creamy yolk filling. It’s a high-protein appetizer that delivers all the flavor of buffalo wings—tangy hot sauce, savory chicken, creamy dressing, and a punch of blue cheese—in one perfect bite. Ideal for game days, potlucks, or finger-food spreads.
Duck Liver Mousse on Crostini
This velvety duck liver mousse is a fine-dining favorite, made by gently sautéing livers with shallots and brandy, then blending them into a smooth, airy pâté. It’s chilled until set and served on toasted crostini, optionally topped with fruit preserves, pickled onions, or herbs for contrast. A luxurious bite for lovers of classic French charcuterie.
Korean Bulgogi Lettuce Cups
Bulgogi, meaning “fire meat” in Korean, features thin slices of beef marinated in a blend of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sugar, and sesame oil. In this fresh, modern take, it’s served in crisp lettuce leaves like edible wraps, topped with crunchy pickled veggies, rice, or spicy gochujang mayo. The balance of hot, cold, soft, and crisp textures makes this dish an instant crowd-pleaser.