Fall Beginnings

     October brings beautiful temperate days and brisk nights. Fall squash abound with flavor and variety. Beets only need a splash of acidity to heighten their sweetness. Middle Eastern spices warm the palate. Chilies at the end of their growing season add a little zing. As crimson and amber leaves begin to flutter from the trees, it feels right to embrace falls flavor.  

Menu for week for October 3 - October 9:   
Soups:
Curry Red Lentil Soup                                       $7/16oz
Persian style Onion Soup with Turmeric(v)       $7/16oz
Japanese Kabocha Pumpkin Soup(v)                 $7/16oz

Salads:
Italian Bean, Fennel, and Lemon Salad(v)   $7/16oz
Marinated Beet Salad with Sorrel and Pumpkin Oil  $8/16oz
Chicken, Apple, Walnut, Celery Salad   $8/16oz

Sides:
Butternut Squash Chutney(v)                            $6/8oz
Honey-Thyme Glazed Onions(v)                      $6/8oz
Lemon-Coriander Rice Pilaf                             $5/16oz
Assorted Country Pates                                     $5/4oz

Mains:
Pork Shoulder with Guinness, Dried Cherries, and Sweet Potatoes   $12/lb
Braised Lamb with Saffron, Raisins, and Pistachios                          $18/lb
Mozzarella stuffed Meatballs                Will Post $/lb on Facebook/Twitter