i had a good time making a menu for rena and derek. they wanted california asian hors-d'oeuvres passed at their reception, watermelon bubble tea instead of champagne, and a sake bar. the food was another departure for me: from rustic, california country french to fancy, tiny bites with far eastern flavors. i think that what i consider to be "my food" has been affected by them.

food:

sesame noodles and cucumber salad

lotus root and seared scallop canapes with wasabi aioli and micro cress

radish, cucumber and snap pea slaw with spicy tofu and radish sprouts

halibut ceviche handrolls with avocado

vegetable skewers with green curry salsa verde

gingered duck with peanuts and endive

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lemongrass blackberry tartlets

bar:

sake sangria, mojitos, cosmos and lemonade, and cold nigori with cucumber slices

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honey lemonade

watermelon lime bubble tea

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