Let's Dine with Maxamini •*11/12/05

[ruthie]

Rick (Actual Size) and I have been wanting to cook together ever since he discovered my "Share Your Favorite Recipe" thread in OT&B.

http://www.mini2.com/forum/showthread.php?t=26488 (feel free to post).

So, we decided to have a dinner party at Rick's place in Walpole, New Hampshire, Saturday, November 12th.

This is a tribute to our great friend Ed, who I know couldn't resist our cooking - so I'm sure his spirit will show up. It's also a benefit to Make a Wish Foundation as we all know that Ed was a great contributor to that organization. And, what better way is there to honor a man with the biggest heart in the world than to contribute to making wishes come true? The start will be at 2:30pm and dinner will be served at 4:30pm, so that those travelling a distance won't be driving at all hours of the night. If you need accommodation, PM Rick for details and/or directions.

We've got a beautiful dinner menu planned. The cost is $35 per person. I am able to get some of the more expensive items wholesale as I now work for a catering company and the Executive Chef is my bud. All proceeds go to Make a Wish. We are limiting the party to 20 guests, of which 4 places are already taken. Mart and daughter Kate are attending (and maybe more of the Smith clan), which is wonderful. Please choose your entree so that we know how much to prepare.


Le Menu

Appetizers

Assorted Gourmet Cheeses served with Fruits and Crusty Bread
Max & Me's Famous Smoked Salmon
Kalamata Olives with Fresh Rosemary
Mixed Nuts baked with Brown Sugar, Curry and Cayenne

Entrees

Rick's Famous Curried Chicken
Ruthie's Famous Bouillabaisse

I'd like to explain what Bouillabaisse is because it seems that lots of peeps aren't familiar with it. It's a fish stew made with lobster, shrimp, clams, mussels, halibut and other fish served in a fresh tomato base with saffron, garlic and fresh herbs. It's really delicious, if you like fish.

La Salade

Bed of Fresh Greens with Raspberry Vinaigrette, Basil, Garlic and Black Pepper

Dessert

Rick's Famous Cheesecake
Lemon Tart with Raspberry Sauce
Chocolate Tim Tams

A special toast to Ed - Ice Cold Plum Wine garnished with Ume Plums

Coffee and Cream
BYOB

Our Very Special Guests Thus Far ...

(1) Mart - bouillabaisse
(2) Kate - chicken
(3) Ian - GBMini - chicken
(4) Jared - pezboy - a little of both
(5) Gavin - GadgetGav - chicken
(6) Harvey - Harveyjoseph - bouillabaisse
(7) Terry (with Harvey) - chicken
(8) Beth - BethandLouis - chicken
(9) Louis - BethandLouis - chicken
(10) Tony - Snoupi - bouillabaisse
(11) Judy - Ltzig - chicken
(12) Joe - JR99017 - chicken
(13) Deb - Q TIP - a little of both
(14) Annette - NoNo - bouillabaisse
(15) Ricardo - MGB Boy - chicken
(16) Dan - chicken
(17) Luke - bouillabaisse
(18) Bonnie - chicken
(19) Greg - bouillabaisse
(20) Nancy - chicken

[AprilWhine]

Good luck to you and Rick, I only wish it were closer.

[ScottyB]

Thats superb. Two thumb up peeps

Wish I could be there.

[GBMINI]

I'd love to be there ... wonder if I can make it; looks like RIck is my cook, with the curried chicken & cheesecake

[ruthie]

Quote: Originally Posted by ScottyB

Thats superb. Two thumb up peeps

Wish I could be there.

Come on. It's only a 26 hour plane trip. xx

[ruthie]

Quote: Originally Posted by GBMINI

I'd love to be there ... wonder if I can make it; looks like RIck is my cook, with the curried chicken & cheesecake

Well? Can you or can't you? Ian, please try to make it.

[GBMINI]

Quote: Originally Posted by ruthie

Well? Can you or can't you? Ian, please try to make it.

I have to check with Margaret first ... also, there was rumour of an NY run to Western Mass on those same dates (as well as the WMD event which I was not going to try for).

[ruthie]

Quote: Originally Posted by GBMINI

I have to check with Margaret first ... also, there was rumour of an NY run to Western Mass on those same dates (as well as the WMD event which I was not going to try for).

WMD event? Are those initials correct?

Okay, it was changed to Western Mass - phew.

Okay, if you go to NY you'll miss out on a very delicious meal...Tell Margaret.

[Actual Size]

Quote: Originally Posted by GBMINI

I'd love to be there ... wonder if I can make it; looks like RIck is my cook, with the curried chicken & cheesecake

As an enticement I can let you know that my chicken curry is the real deal. Developed over years of testing to get the spices right.

[GBMINI]

Quote: Originally Posted by Actual Size

As an enticement I can let you know that my chicken curry is the real deal. Developed over years of testing to get the spices right.

I am enticed
Actually, Margaret OK'ed yet another MINI trip - on my own though ...

Where do I sign? What do I bring ... apart from a camera ?

[Actual Size]

PM Ruthie with your reservation and entree preference(s), and BYOB.

[ruthie]

Yay.

Bring your camera and whatever you like to drink.

[GadgetGav]

I'm in...! Jane's cousin will be here, so I'll be solo though.

[snek]

Quote: Originally Posted by ruthie

Our Very Special Guests Thus Far ...

...


(5) Ian - GBMini - chicken
...

Is that because he had to ask his wife first?

[harveyjoseph]

Quote: Originally Posted by snek

Is that because he had to ask his wife first?

HaHaHa I didn't have to ask my wife...I had to ask the one that keeps me straight