Ways & Means Oyster House - One Night Stand 3-18-2014

Tonight' treat was at Ways and Means Oyster House. Where Co-Chef de Cuisine, Justin Odegard, put together a very impressive organic menu that melded harmoniously with succulent pairings from Gary Farrell Vineyards and Winery, presented by Alyssa Kitchens of Vintage Point.

Emperor Oyster Trio. Kaffir Lime Occlusion, Blood Orange Vinaigrette, Dungeness Crab Dynamite

Tamari Galangal Charred Diver Scallops. Sweet and Sour Grapefruit / Lychee Picado, Sweet Sake Lilikoi Drizzle

Ceviche Martini. Papaya, Avocado, Crisped Plantano Verde

Szechuan Muscovy Duck Breast, Purple Mash, Wild Berry Preserve, Pomegranate Reduction, Tempura Quail Egg.

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White Cake. Orange Mousse, White Chocolate Ganache, Candied Orange Zest

Alyssa Kitchens of Vintage Point

Gary Farrell, Chardonnay

Gary Farrell, Pinot Noir

Pig Out 2.0

Pig Out 2.0, the brainchild of Bobby Navarro (100eats.com) and the non-profit organization, Inspire Artistic Minds, showcased a talented collection chefs and bartenders from the hottest restaurants in Orange County. Located at the California Scenario (Noguchi Gardens) in Costa Mesa, this event, dedicated to all things pig, ignited these amazing chefs to flex their culinary muscles and show off their skills, creativity, and modern techniques. While the participating mixologists served up creative, fresh, envelope pushing libations. The end result was an inspired array of "pork-centric" dishes that highlight the very best of Orange County gastronomy.

Participating restaurants included:

Broadway by Amar Santana

The Cannery

Haven Collective

The Playground

Juliette's Kitchen and Bar

"A" Restaurant

The Attic

Hopscotch

Pizzeria Mozza

The Cheese Shop

Arc Restaurant

Little Sparrow

Melissa's Produce

Blind Pig

320 Main

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