Braised Inspiration

Pork belly is sliced into thick strips and seasoned with salt, pepper and paprika. It is topped with fresh sage leaves, wrapped in foil and smoked until tender. When cooled, the skin is scored and crisped in a skillet. Pork cheeks are seasoned with salt and pepper and...

Eye of round is braised in a decadent chocolate mole. Once tender, it is shredded and stuffed into empanada shells and deep fried until golden brown. Toss with cinnamon sugar, garnish with candied hazelnuts, caramel and serve with a chocolate mole pepitas dipping...

Poutine is a dish of fried potatoes, usually French fries, and cheese curds topped with a brown gravy. It originated in Quebec and is a popular appetizer in the Midwest. It is normally seen in “greasy spoons” but here is elevated for a high-end operation. Chuck roll...

Short ribs are braised in Spanish rioja wine until fork tender and served on a bed of microgreens. Top with a pat of black garlic compound butter and dust with fennel pollen. Serve with crostini. This concept presents short ribs in an elegant, upscale setting. It is...