Sunday, December 4, 2011

What Ciro's making for Christmas Eve


I can't believe its nearly the end of the year and Christmas is around the corner. As a thank you to all my fans for another fantastic year, I thought I'd share my Christmas menu with you. Hope it inspires your own delicious feast - Ciro.



Christmas Eve Menu at Ciro's

Aperitif
Glass of chilled Bellini Prosecco with a splash of peach juice

Appetizer 
Toasted brioche topped with smoked river trout, topped with horseradish & crème fraiche

Starter 
Bruschetta topped with a mélange of wild mushrooms, sautéed with parsley, cognac with a dollop of mascarpone. Served with a fresh herb salad

Main 
Free range duck, slow baked with tarragon butter & glazed plums. Served with wilted baby cabbage & roast garlic potatoes

Dessert 
Fresh strawberries, dipped in vanilla sugar and served with crème brulee semifreddo 

Wine
Starter - Ken Forrester Chenin Blanc 
Main - Glen Carlou Pinot Noir
Dessert - Mullineux Straw Dessert Wine