Backyard Wilderness – Untamed flavor

Friday, March 21, 2025 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Backyard Wilderness explores in breathtaking detail the unexpected wonders of nature that are right under our noses. Our chefs have curated a menu that celebrates a return to nature with fresh, homegrown and locally sourced ingredients. Discover the kitchen right outside your door.

Starter

Herb and Wild Greens Salad with Roasted Beet Vinaigrette, Goat Cheese and Toasted Walnuts
Identify wild greens, concentrate flavor by roasting beets, craft a vinaigrette to balance acidity with sweetness and add texture and flavor with toasted walnuts.

Main Course

Braised Chicken Thighs, Wild Mushrooms, Herb Broth and Smashed Potatoes
Braise your chicken thighs, discover the flavor and uses of wild mushrooms, build a broth with flavors from fresh herbs and aromatic vegetables, unlock the creamy texture of smashed potatoes and deglaze your pan to enhance flavor for the full dish.

Dessert

Wild Berry Compote, Honey Ricotta and Crumbled Almond Biscotti
Simmer berries with sugar and lemon to make a light but decadent compote, tap into the sweet creaminess of ricotta, bake fresh biscotti with almonds and plate a dessert fit for the big screen.