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Friday Night Dinner at The Natural Gourmet
has become a culinary magnet for savvy
New Yorkers and visitors alike.
Savor a delicious and unique experience when Chef Instructors
and
students
of our Chef’s Training Program pour their expertise
and enthusiasm into a three-course vegetarian dinner
t hat is both innovative
and beautifully presented.
Every Friday night, the busy kitchens & classrooms at NGI are
transformed into candlelit dining rooms
where guests are served at
communal tables.
- Fresh, seasonal market produce.
- Highest quality organic beans & grains
- Natural sweeteners
- Whole, unprocessed foods
- Nutritionally well balanced menus
Call 212-645-5170 (ext. 0) to make a reservation
April 5th
AFRICA UNITE
APPETIZER
Ethiopian W’et
Red lentils, tomato, yams, berbere spice blend
Garnished with Fried Okra
Injera
Fermented teff flour pancakes
North African Salad of Cucumber, Cabbage, and Radish with
Preserved Lemon Vinagrette and Cilantro Cream
Cucumber, cabbage, radish, and a cilantro cream
ENTRÉE
West African Black Eyed Pea Croquettes
Black eyed peas, millet, sunflower seeds and spices coated in a duqqa spice mixture
Garnished with avocado crema and roasted peanuts
Maafe Peanut Sauce
Peanut butter, vegetables, tomato, harissa chili paste, lime, and ginger
Piri Piri Vegetable Skewers
Grilled tomato, pineapple, and red pearl onion in a chili marinade
Sautéed Mixed Greens
Rainbow chard, purple kale, and mustard greens cooked in an African spice blend
PALATE CLEANSE
South African Ginger Beer
Ginger, orange, lime, clove, and cardamom
DESSERT
Madagascar Chocolate Wine Sorbet
Candied cashew-pecan crumble, blood orange-hibiscus sauce, bananas and oranges
*A portion of the proceeds from tonight's dinner will be donated to– Jack and Jill of America
Jack and Jill of America (www.jackandjillinc.org) invests in the future of children with programs
that not only create opportunities and challenges for children to learn and practice leadership skills,
but also build leadership character in youth. Programs include improving academic test scores,
raising literacy and mathematical competencies, encouraging cultural consciousness, and instilling
moral and social responsibility in America’s youth. Jack and Jill has over 220 chapters nationwide
and represents over 30,000 family members.
April 12th
Spanish Harlem”
vegan & gluten-free
Citrus Agua Fresca
Appetizer
•Shishito Peppers stuffed with Marcona Almond Cheese
•Arugula Salad with Cumin, Blood Orange, & Spiced Pepitas
•Arepa with Guacamole and Pickled Radish & Red Onion
Main Course
•Chickpea & Asparagus Paella with Refried Black Beans and Ajo Blanco Sauce
•Catalan Chard with Raisins & Hazelnuts
•Cilantro and Bell Pepper Oils
Dessert
•Coconut & Chocolate Mole Swirl Ice Cream
•Yucca Empanada with Guava, Mango, & Pineapple, in a Vanilla-Bourbon Glaze
•Raspberry-Lime Coulis & Fleur de Sel Caramel
•Dried Pineapple Flower with Mint Garnish
*A portion of the proceeds from tonight's dinner will be donated to–Citymeals on Wheels
Citymeals-on-Wheels (citymeals.org) provides a continuous lifeline of nutritious food and
human company
to homebound elderly New Yorkers in need, helping them to live with dignity
in their own familiar homes and communities.
April 19th
Appetizer
Frisee, Asparagus, Beet Chips, Kalamata, Cauliflower Vinaigrette
Chickpea Soup, Pimenton Oil
Main Course
Herbed Pasta, Pine Nut Ricotta & Chard, Tempeh
Shiitake, Leeks & Artichoke
Tomato Broth
Dessert
Chocolate & Pink Peppercorn Freeze
Hazelnut Brittle
Blackberry Sauce
*A portion of the proceeds from tonight's dinner will be donated to–NYC Outward Bound Schools
NYC Outward Bound Schools (www.nycoutwardbound.org) serves thousands of students, teachers,
administrators, and parents from over 300 schools and other organizations in New York City.
They challenge and support students in doing their best work, integrate adventure and discovery
into schooling, and promote teamwork as well as individual initiative.
Prix Fixe: $40.00 (includes tax)
6:30 p.m. seating
BYOB
Reservations required: 212-645-5170 (ext. 0)
Visa, Master Card and American Express accepted
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