le cochon

Le Cochon is French for the pig and was the name of the bistro that B and his fellow chefs set up for their final.

 

The classroom portion of B's school is coming to an end. They treated family and friends to a four course meal which was absolutely delicious. It was also on my birthday...what more can a gal ask for?

 

B invited Chriss, his sister, and I to the lunch. Chriss has been very supportive of B's big career change and it was great to celebrate and dine with her:

Our table mates, Shelly and Sharon. Shelly's husband is another student and I've heard so much about them. It was great to finally meet them.

First course (B's course and the BEST. I'm not just blowing smoke -- it was beyond delicious!): Cone Farm Pork Rillette with French Onion Soup

Second Course: Seared sea scallop with watercress and spinach salad, toasted lavender, and apricot vinaigrette

Third Course: Pork Brasato with roasted heirloom tomatoes, fingerling potatoes and spiced apple gastrique

Final Course: Chocolate Gateau with raspberry sorbet, candied mint, and seasonal berries. Happy Birthday to Me!!!

B starts the farm to table portion of his school next week and will be finishing up in October. How quickly it is flying by, how much he has learned, and how well we are dining! Cheers!