Although the Fancy Food Show is not open to the public, one of its exhibitors - the country of Chile - has partnered with chefs Aaron Sanchez and Ryan Butler to spread the word about the unique ingredients it produces. Known for its wine, Chile also farms salmon and exports olive oil. The country is also home to interesting fruits like the murtilla (myrtle berry) and the carica.
From June 22-July 3, Centrico Restaurant is featuring a four-course menu of salmon ceviche with Chilean habaneros and murtillas, king crab tostadas spiked with smoky dried chilis, spicy strip loin on a bed of cactus and fingerling potatoes, and a delicious cake of fruity Chilean olive oil and cornmeal. I had the opportunity to preview this meal, and I especially enjoyed the goat milk dulce de leche and Chilean honey ice cream that accompanied the cake. The prix-fixe is priced at a very reasonable $35.
Flavors of Chile at Centrico: 211 West Broadway, (212) 431-0700. For more information about Chilean ingredients, visit www.prochile.us/centrico.
Friday, June 26, 2009
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Hey! I was there too. Which table were you sitting at?
PS Ulmo honey ice cream is now on my to-make list :)
Where were you? I was at the long table in front (not a round table).
Myself as well - on the left side, as you faced forward!
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