The Chef’s Choice
Photos by Rich Smith
Rib chops served over roasted red potatoes with sautéed squash and mint pesto
“Lamb chops are a quintessential cold-weather dish. The flavors of the lamb meld with the potatoes and squash, producing a rich taste, while the mint pesto adds an unexpected kick.”
Photos by Lanewood Studio
Salmon, tuna, yellowtail, avocado, tobiko (flying fish eggs), rice, and eel sauce
“Sushi donuts are very popular now, and we enjoy the fun presentation. It’s a fresh and exciting way to enjoy these traditional sushi ingredients.”
Photos by Lanewood Studio
Black bean stew with pork and beef, Brazilian white rice, and farofa (yucca root flour), served with Brazilian collard greens and fresh slices of orange
“Feijoada is the most traditional and popular dish in Brazil. It originated in Portugal and was brought to Brazil after the country became a Portuguese colony.”
Photos by Rich Smith
Kobe-style beef, bacon-onion compote, lettuce, Gruyère, and blue cheese pictured with Three Little Piggies Chili with bacon, pork, chorizo, beef, and chilies
“The combination of Benton’s bacon, Gruyère cheese, and Kobe-style beef on the Gourmet Bacon Cheeseburger is perfect. I like to add a bowl of Three Little Piggies Chili to warm me up on a cold winter day.”
Photos by Rich Smith
Sea bass, snow peas, broccoli, mushrooms, zucchini, and carrots with an onion and ginger topping
“Sea bass is a great choice because it’s low in fat, high in protein, and easy to digest. We serve it grilled with delicious vegetables.”
Photos by Rich Smith
Springwater dough, olive oil and garlic base, pesto chicken, provolone, mozzarella, and feta cheese topped with a Caesar salad and roma tomatoes and served with a glass of Smith & Hook cabernet sauvignon
“Mellow’s Caesar Pie is a deliciously fun pizza to prepare and eat. It’s a tasty combination with freshly grilled pesto chicken and a cool Caesar salad topping.”
(above) Photo by Terry Henson
Grilled chicken, pan-seared green beans, and Spanish rice, served with butternut bisque and house-made croutons
“Warm, full-flavored dishes are perfect for a winter meal. You’ll find something similar to this on my family’s dinner table most nights, because we love meals that are a complete balance of nutrition, texture, and color.”
