shallot

A slice of juicy turkey meatloaf with a light brown crust served with a bright green and red kale and roasted red pepper salad.

Low-Carb Turkey Meatloaf with Kale and Roasted Red Pepper Salad

Main Course - American - February 18, 2023
This dish features a toasted English muffin topped with spicy andouille sausage, a perfectly poached egg, and creamy sauce flavored with creole mustard and crystal hot sauce. It's finished off with crispy fried shallots sprinkled over the top.

Cajun Eggs Benedict with Andouille Sausage and Fried Shallots

Brunch - Cajun - February 25, 2023
A mound of creamy orange risotto topped with grilled, glazed shiitake mushrooms and crispy fried sage leaves.

Butternut Squash and Miso Shiitake Risotto

Main Course - Fusion - January 23, 2023
A beautiful plate of homemade pasta topped with chunks of lobster and drizzled with truffle oil.

Lobster and Truffle Pasta

Main Course - Italian - February 13, 2023
A plate of spaghetti topped with pan-seared scallops, blanched asparagus and lemony white wine sauce.

Scallop Spaghetti with Lemon White Wine Sauce

Main Course - French - June 16, 2023
The finished dish should be visually stunning and sophisticated. The grilled steak and lobster tails should be artfully arranged on a large platter, glistening in the sunlight. On the side are charred asparagus and a colorful tomato salad.

Steak and Lobster Surf n' Turf

Main Course - American - June 17, 2023
A colorful array of stir-fried vegetables in a glossy and flavorful sauce.

Summer Vegetable Stir-Fry

Quick and Easy - Chinese - July 23, 2023
The dish, served on a rustic white ceramic plate, is bursting with colors. The dark sheen of the plum-glazed chicken sits in the center, surrounded by a halo of vibrant, lightly caramelized plum slices. The herbs scattered elegantly across the top add just the right touch of color and texture. Each serving is garnished with an upright sprig of thyme. It is indeed a painter's palette on a plate.

Plum-Glazed Coq au Vin with Thyme

Main Course - French - August 11, 2023
A rustic bowl holds a feast for the eye and taste, brimming with plump open mussels, warm hued pumpkin chunks, and sprigs of fresh thyme. Caramelized shallots shimmer in the creamy white broth, dotted with orange zest curls. Crusty French bread slices nestled at one side, perfect for soaking up the delicious wine broth.

Pumpkin-Infused Mussels in White Wine Broth

Quick and Easy - French - October 05, 2023
A smooth sunset orange drink topped with white, frothy cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon. The serving glass is garnished with a thin slice of bright red apple delicately pierced by a star anise. In contrast, a few sticks of caramelized shallots are scattered whimsically next to the glass, making the whole appearance irresistible.

Eastern Charms Smoothie

Smoothie - Chinese - November 16, 2023
A rich, dark purple smoothie is poured into tall, clear glass tumblers. The surface is studded with flecks of golden, crispy shallot flakes and a light sprinkle of black chia seeds. Lime wedges adorn the rim of the glass, adding a pop of vibrant green. It's a visual feast of treats from distinct yet harmonious dimensions.

Samba Shallot Acai Smoothie

Smoothie - Brazilian - December 03, 2023
The dish is a visual feast. Bright orange carrot purée forms an arched backdrop on the plate, juxtaposed with a variety of pan-seared seafood - salmon, shrimp, and scallops neatly lined up. Drizzled curry glaze in whimsical patterns over the seafood whispers subtle exoticism. Bits of chopped chives scattered provide vibrant specks of green.

Seascape Platter with Carrot Purée and Curry Glaze

Main Course - Fusion - December 08, 2023
Toasted pieces of golden lobster nest in warm sesame and honey glaze shine brightly against a vibrant green bed of roughly torn coriander and mint, crisped-up shallots, and dashes of pomegranate jewels. Pearlescent avocado slices, glistening with lime and salt, begin to tumble over the edge of a cumulus mound of sticky coconut rice. A winter medley painted on a neutral-hued ceramic plate.

Vietnamese Toasted Lobster with Frost-Kissed Avocado Salad

Brunch - Vietnamese - December 23, 2023
Imagine a canvas of soft, wide udon noodles drenched in a light soy glaze, speckled with colorful chunks of fresh bell peppers, corn, peas, and shallots. On top, you'll find elegant spirals of carrot ribbons encasing blocks of tofu, adding an orange zest to the ensemble. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and a garnish of green onions, it's a visual symphony on a plate.

Carrot Ribbon Udon Noodle Stir Fry

Main Course - Japanese - August 04, 2024
The golden-brown chicken breast, lightly charred in places, sits atop a bed of herbed mashed potatoes. Plumpy, sliced peaches draped over the chicken emit a soft, rosé hue. A ring of shallot-infused white wine sauce encircles the dish, speckled with herbs, augmenting the overall allure.

Peach Glazed Chicken with White Wine And Shallots

Main Course - French - August 22, 2024
A warm golden brioche bowl is generously filled with creamy Dijon-flavored Cremini mushrooms, flecked with vibrant green herbs. Set against a crisp white plate, the dish is garnished with a fresh sprig of thyme. The brioche dome tops, lightly toasted, lay gently askew, revealing the irresistible filling inside.

Dijon-Cremini Mushroom in Brioche Bowls

Main Course - French - October 27, 2024
Looking down, you will see glossy black linguine strands nestling plump, golden scallops, bathed in a vibrant orange sauce. Scattered crimson pomegranate seeds add punchy color and a sprinkling of fresh green herbs adds a final flourish.

Black Linguine with Seared Scallops and Pumpkin-Orange Saffron Sauce

Main Course - Fusion - November 06, 2024