May 21, 2012

Cooking Class

6:30

APPETIZER

Shrimp Margarita

Grilled Jumbo Shrimp, Black Bean Puree, Guacamole, Salsa, Sour Cream,

Blue Corn Tortilla Chips

SALAD

Watercress Blend

Watercress Blend in a Radicchio Cup, Toasted Corn, Creamy Tomato and Bacon Dressing, Crispy Salsify, Endive Stuffed with Lobster Salad

ENTRÉE

Porcini Crusted Filet Mignon

Grilled Filet Mignon topped with Goat Cheese and Porcini Crust, Peruvian Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto, Burgundy Shallot Reduction Sauce

DESSERT

Chocolate and Peanut Butter Macadamia Crunch

Chocolate Ganache, Peanut Butter Mousse and White Chocolate Macadamia Crunch, Graham Cracker Dust, in a Chocolate Cup

We will be accepting reservations between the hours of 10:30 and 4:00.

Mother’s Day Brunch Items

Scrambled Eggs                                                               Bagels, Muffins, Danish

Sausage and Bacon                                                         Breakfast Potatoes

French Toast

Carving Station with Roast Beef and Turkey

Hot Chafing Dishes

Salmon  over  Risotto with Scampi Sauce

Chicken with Peppers, Onions,  Potatoes, Garlic Sauce

Penne Vodka

Eggplant Parmesan

Pork Loin with Wild Mushroom Marsala

Mesclun Greens Salad

Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Salad

Beet Salad

Other Cold Displays

Assorted Cakes and Canopies

Coffee~Tea~Juice~Soft Drinks

Adults $ 26.95

Children  $ 13.95

(10 and Under)

Salad
Arugula, Strawberries, Cashews, Fried Brie, Kiwi Vinaigrette

Entrée
Grilled Pork Tenderloin
Sautéed Sausage, Cannalini Beans, Broccoli Rabe, Mushroom Demi Glace, Crispy Potatoes

Dessert
Pear and White Chocolate Bread Pudding in a Pear
Raspberry Whipped Cream

Thanks to all for your prayers and support!

My family arrived on Sunday, June 26th. They had some apartment issues before and after arriving but finally settled in to a new apartment on Monday the 27th.

We have heard from them sporadicly via email and facebook as phoning and texting are quite expensive.

After meeting with Dr. Campisi, he was confident he would be able to help Michael. My sister also met some wonderful people in his office that she actually had followed on a blog before leaving. There are people from all over the world being treated there.

His wife and son (also a doctor) also work in his office as well. His youngest son is attending school here in the U.S. They are truly hoping at some point to bring this procedure to the U.S.

For the past two weeks Michael has been getting various compression and pump therapies for about 4 to 5 hours a day. His leg is already reduced by half the size it was prior to leaving! He is in the hospital this week for pre surgical testing. His operation is set for this Saturday, July 16th at 7:00 a.m. Genoa time. They are 6 hours ahead of us there.

I will update the site again after his surgery.

Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers!

Thank you all for your continued concern, we have such wonderful customers and friends!

Linda

It fills us with joy  to know how many wonderful friends, family and customers that we have. A task as large as this one wouldn’t be possible without the support of all involved.

My sister and brother-in-law wanted me to extend their tremendous thanks as well!

I will keep you updated as to Michael’s status and progress. They will be leaving for Italy on June 25th.

We couldn’t have done it without you!!

With much gratitude and love,

Joe and Linda Andes

My 17 year old nephew, Michael Bibbo, is suffering from a possibly life threatening condition. He has severe progressive primary lymphedema. There is a surgery that can help him but it is not performed in the USA. My family has been referred to Prof. Corradino Campisi in Genoa, Italy. He has agreed to take Michael as a patient. The road block in front of my family is the expense. The cost for the surgery is $ 90,000.00. Their medical insurance does not cover him since the surgery would be performed overseas. That also does not include their travel or month long expenses while Michael is being treated.

My sister’s family and friends have created a website www.thebibbofund.com explaining Michael’s condition further and announcing a fundraiser they are having where they live.

Joe and I wanted to help them from within our community. We decided to a hold a special cooking class. The cost of the class will be $ 75.00 per person with the proceeds going to Michael’s fund. We are also having Prickly Pear t-shirts made which you will receive with the cost of the class.

We hope you can join us to help my nephew and to enjoy one of Prickly Pear’s best classes!

Regards,
Joe and Linda Andes

The menu is as follows:

APPETIZER

Beef Carpaccio

Shaved Filet Mignon, Mesclun Greens, Julienned Radishes, Horseradish Cream, Shredded Asiago

SALAD

Arugula

Baby Arugula, Fresh Mozzarella, Crispy Artichoke Hearts, Balsamic Vinaigrette in a Prosciutto Bowl

ENTRÉE

Potato Crusted Chilean Sea Bass

Herbed Sour Cream, Potato Crumbles, Mashed Potatoes, Sautéed Spinach, Red Pepper Oil

DESSERT

Chocolate Grand Mariner Ganache Cake

Macadamia Nut and Graham Cracker Crust with Orange Whipped Cream