On the Menu: A "Chopped" Champion and Queens Cooks

Here’s a taste of what’s on tap this weekend at the Beard House.

Saturday, September 17 
South Beach Sophisticate, 7:00 P.M.
Mathias Gervais, The Setai, Miami Beach, FL

Mathias Gervais will take Beard House diners on a culinary journey, tasting delights from his native Provence alongside flavors from his travels to India, China, and beyond. Now based in Miami, this Chopped champion will call on his training under Michelin-starred chefs to treat Beard House guests to luxurious, French- and Asian-inspired plates like Royal Imperial Osetra Caviar with Roasted Potatoes and Herbed Crème Fraîche; Steamed Scallop Dumplings with Truffle–Cream Emulsion and Chives; and Roasted Lamb Saddle with Eggplant Bharta, Madras Curry Polenta, and Yogurt.  

See the full menu below: 

Hors d’Oeuvre

Tuna with Avocado, Ginger, Radishes, and Yuzu Kosho in Taro Shells

Royal Imperial Osetra Caviar with Roasted Potatoes and Herbed Crème Fraîche

Langoustines with Feuille de Brick, Coconut–Red Curry Dust, and Thai Basil

Madeleines with Chorizo, Piment d’Espelette, and Sea Salt

Champagne Louis Roederer Rosé 2010

Dinner

Lobster with Melon, Stracciatella, Purple Radishes, Grape Tomatoes, and Citrus–Coriander Blooms

De Ladoucette Pouilly-Fumé 2014

Steamed Scallop Dumplings with Truffle–Cream Emulsion and Chives

Régnard Montée de Tonnerre Chablis 1er Cru 2013

Poached Turbot with Garden Nage, Lemon Thyme, Lime Leaves, and Chile Oil

Domaines Ott Clos Mireille Blanc de Blancs 2013

Roasted Lamb Saddle with Eggplant Bharta, Madras Curry Polenta, and Yogurt

Delas Frères Cornas Chante-Perdrix 2010

Berries with Lemon–Yogurt Sherbet, Olio Nuovo Cake, and Balsamic Meringue

Champagne Louis Roederer Carte Blanche NV

Petits Fours
 

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Sunday, September 18
JBF Greens: Second Annual Queens Cooks, 6:00 P.M.
All restaurants are located in Queens, NY / Cosme Aguilar, Casa Enrique / Dawa Bhuti, Dawa's / Domenick Gianfrancesco, 60 Beans Kitchen & Coffee / Matt Katakis, Butcher Bar / Jean-Claude Perennou, Cannelle Patisserie / Bo O'Connor, The Pomeroy

For one night only we’re bringing the best of the borough to the Beard House. Join us as a top-tier team of chefs currently lighting up the Queens culinary landscape prepares a special multi-course menu highlighting the county’s finest fare. Fine wines, cocktails, and beers by Negra Modelo and Modelo Especial will be served.

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For all upcoming Beard House dinners, check out our events calendar.