Monmouth/Ocean/Middlesex Cnty NJ

**robinf** · 04-21-2003, 02:33 PM

Hi All-

I thought it about time we start a new thread. The old one was started 04/07/2001!

I too would be interested in a cooking class. I think there are a several in the area. I've only been to Mumford's a beautiful space - I would love to have his kitchen!

**SherylH** · 04-24-2003, 09:24 AM

Thanks for setting this new thread up, Robin. We should try to gather some info on Mumfords and bring it to the next event and discuss. I'm always game.

**PamR** · 04-24-2003, 10:43 AM

Just wanted to let you all know that FoodTV's website is doing a special on a Tapas Party. Check it out: http://www.foodnetwork.com/

**PamR** · 04-25-2003, 07:43 AM

FYI - the link I gave yesterday did take you to the Tapas Party info but now today it's different.
So you'll have to click on the Entertaining tab and then look for Tapas Party link.

Hope you find this helpful!

**SherylH** · 05-12-2003, 10:18 AM

Hi Guys, I wanted to post my tapas choices before I left for vacation and all the good ones were gone. I was thinking of making fried calamari and chorizo and figs. I will also be bringing some sangria. See you all when I get back from my trip. Perhaps we will have some pictures to show by then.

**robinf** · 05-12-2003, 06:29 PM

Needless to say I have no idea what I am going to make but I did want send my best for a great vacation Sheryl and John. Have a fabulous time. I am soooo jealous!

- robin

**robinf** · 06-02-2003, 06:48 PM

Has anyone (besides Sheryl) decided what they are making for our next dinner? I can't believe it is less than 2 weeks away. I am still not sure and hope to be inspired by your choices.

Sheryl - Not sure if you are back from your vacation yet but I hope you are having/had a great tim.

- robin

**KarenJ** · 06-04-2003, 06:01 AM

We are making Pears in Red Wine with a Fresh Cheese Filling for dessert. Looking forward to seeing everyone. Hope everyone's holding up during this dreary weather. I'm sure the sun will shine for us!

**kathleen415** · 06-08-2003, 02:44 PM

Although the current Yahoo forecast is for thunderstorms next Saturday, I'm hoping we can at least have the tapas outside. Is anyone allergic to seafood? I can make chicken and sausage paella separately and we can mix at the table.
Does anyone need oven time? or grill time?
We'll have some strawberry-kiwi sangria, and various sherrys for after dinner. I'll send directions later this week.

**SherylH** · 06-09-2003, 06:27 AM

Looking forward to Saturday. No need to separate the meat from the fish for me. It's up to the rest of the crowd. I will need a few minutes in the oven to reheat. Can't wait!!

**robinf** · 06-09-2003, 08:57 AM

With less than a week to go, I've at least narrowed down my choices of what to make to a few items. I am planning on making some sort of cold soup, a marinated vegetable antipasto and quince paste and cheese tartlets (thanks Pam for the FoodTV link since I stole this idea). I'll need a few minutes in the oven for the tarts.

Are we getting together at 5?

**Stefanie** · 06-09-2003, 06:59 PM

Hey everyone!! I can't believe its almost here...

My menu right now is grilled vegetables with romesco sauce, tomato bread and pan fried almonds with chilies.

Kathy, I'll need some oven and stove time since I'll be doing the almonds and tomato bread at your house.

Can't wait to see everyone!!

**Stefanie** · 06-09-2003, 07:00 PM

Oops! Sorry Robin, I didn't see that you were already doing a veggie thing. I'll do something else.

**robinf** · 06-09-2003, 07:21 PM

It's up to you but I don't think are veggies are all that similar. Mine are lightly blanched (cauliflower, carrots, celery, mushrooms, among others) and then marinated in a vinegary sauce with tomato, olives, anchovies and a bunch of other stuff.

**KarenJ** · 06-10-2003, 04:13 AM

If I may stick my nose into the discussion, I love veggies and don't think its possible to have too many. Both dishes sound great. Steph, make the veggie dish.

**robinf** · 06-10-2003, 06:09 PM

My thoughts exactly!

**Trishdi** · 06-11-2003, 06:06 AM

Hi guys,

I think I have finally figured out what I am making....I will be bringing Sauteed Mussels, Pate with Fresh Figs, and Crab Tartlets. I am looking forward to seeing everyone. I will be coming by myself..Nick has to be in the city on Saturday (work related) but he will join us later in the evening. Have a good one!

Trish

**SherylH** · 06-11-2003, 06:19 AM

I have finalized my dishes: chorizio with figs, fried calamari with 2 different sauces and a calamari with olives (very tasty.) I will need 10 minutes on the stove to heat everything up and I think I will try to do the calamari in my deep fryer at your house so it should not really be messy.

**PamR** · 06-11-2003, 06:53 AM

(Hoping for a sunny day!)

I'm sharing desserts with Karen and so far I'm making Pinapple Nieve with cinnamon chips.
Also thinking about making cinnamon ice cream (called mantecado) or maybe a flan.

Oh - And red sangria too ...
Looking forward to seeing everyone!

**SherylH** · 06-11-2003, 06:54 AM

Oh, I forgot. I am bringing sangria too. Going to try the recipe from Bobby Flay's Bollo restaurant.

**robinf** · 06-11-2003, 01:05 PM

We've got the port and/or sherry covered.

**kathleen415** · 06-11-2003, 10:11 PM

Directions were emailed. Let me know if you didn't get them.

**Stefanie** · 06-13-2003, 05:54 PM

I finalized my menu: marinated anchovies, olives, pan fried almonds and tomato bread. Until tomorrow...

**Trishdi** · 06-18-2003, 09:12 AM

Hi everyone,

We had a great time on Saturday! Thanks to Kathy and Tim for opening their home to us. You guys have a great house. I wish the weather had cooperated a little bit longer...but we all know we were lucky to be outside at all. I have put on my calendar the next two dates 8/16 & 9/13. Hope everyone is having a good week...talk with you soon!

Trish

**SherylH** · 06-18-2003, 10:05 AM

Kathy, apologies for the delay in thanking you and Tim. Your house is perfect for these events. John and I had a great time and the food, as usual, was fabulous. Kathy, you really out-did yourself on the paella.

**Stefanie** · 06-18-2003, 10:29 AM

Many thanks to kathy and tim for a delicioso meal!! Your house looks great! Everyone, as usual, outdid themselves. I loved everything!! Have a great summer until we see you in August!

**robinf** · 06-19-2003, 06:52 AM

I think I am still full from all the great food we had on Saturday night. Everything was delicious. Thank you Kahty and Tim for having us. You have the perfect set-up for getting together - a big kitchen and a big table!

**PamR** · 06-30-2003, 01:15 PM

Hi Ya'll

Okay we've decided on the theme for our next dinner: "Southern BBQ" and we're thinking about making Pulled Pork or Ribs and a Seafood dish - as soon as we know for sure we'll post.

So the rest is up to you guys .......

**KarenJ** · 06-30-2003, 06:28 PM

We would like to do a couple of sides. I know I'll probably do baked beans and something else. Since there may be a crossover between salads and sides, makes sure that y'all let me know what you're doing, so I don't duplicate. I love this kind of food!

Kathy and Tim, I do sincerely apologize for forgetting to post my thanks for hosting a great evening. I think in my excitement about my son's graduation and vacation, I didn't realize that I hadn't. The food was fabulous and I especially enjoyed getting to try some new tastes. Everyone did a great job as always!

Looking forward to August 16 ............

**SherylH** · 07-01-2003, 07:52 AM

I would like to do sides too. I plan on making a spinach cole slaw and a corn bread pudding.

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