As Hurricane Sandy bears down on Brooklyn, and the threat of losing power increases, it seems an appropriate moment to think back on friendlier times in my Park Slope apartment. I moved into my new place just days before the September supper club, which a friend generously hosted at his Williamsburg home. October was thus the first time I cooked for a crowd in my new digs, making for an extra-special occasion.
The food was seasonal, spiced and veggie-centric. Guests were a delightful, motley crew - from a food editor to a jazz composer, a couple math geniuses and a few French friends-of-friends. Check out the pictures below, as well as the full menu.
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Menu
Whiskey and sparkling cider cocktail with lemon, rosemary and apple slices
Pear, walnut and homemade ricotta crostini
Celery, date, walnut and pecorino salad
Roasted tumeric-lemongrass chicken (a la Zac Pelaccio)
Mashed cauliflower with chives
Za'atar roasted carrots
Thyme and garlic roasted brussel sprouts with toasted almonds
Quick curried crumble with homemade yogurt