Michaels Epicurean
Jan 2023 - theme is Turkey
Our dinner choices marked with an asterisk
Starters
Bodrum Meatballs Haslama
Minced Sirloin and Lamb, Tahini Liaison and Sumac-Pickled Red Onions
*Ocakbasi Manti
Shrimp and Swordfish Dumplings with Garlic and Lemon Yogurt Sauce, Tomatoes, Mint and Crushed Red Pepper Oil
Entrees
* Turkish Striped Black Bass Pilaki
Root Vegetable and Tomato Stew
Served with Sultan’s Chickpea & Rice Pilaf
Pomegranate Chicken with Walnuts
Couscous Salad with Mint and Lemon, Red Onions, Baby Spinach, Dates & Apricots
Cappadocia Tandoor Short Ribs
Lentil, Carrot and Sage Stew, Roasted Red Peppers & Baby Eggplant
Desserts
*Anatolia Fig, Honey & Almond Tart
Shortbread Crust with Almond Custard and Figs
Drizzled with Rosewater, Honey and Toasted Almonds
Turkish Delight
Strawberry and Pistachio Ice Cream with Hazelnuts, Pistachios, Almonds and Turkish Candy Encrusted in Dark Chocolate and served with Baksum Sesame Cookies
Wine
*Assyrtiko “The North”, Kir-Yianni, Florina, GR, 2021
*Agiorghitiko, “Saint George” Skouras, Nemea, GR, 2019