Summer Blogging?

As everyone all knows, summer time is so close we can literally feel it. Honestly, I really am going to miss the people and SOME of the class. I am for sure going to miss this class though.

I was just wondering, are people going to keep blogging this summer? Should we update our blogs and stay in touch with one another? I actually want to keep my blogs updated. Like when I go visit Washington, and Jamaica and Volleyball and all that stuff. But I don't want to keep updating stuff if others aren't. I mean, I'm not the type to follow people but, I don't want to keep coming on and I'm the only one updating what is going on and what is happening.

So let me know! I don't want all my hard work to just sit on a website and get old, Hali doesn't go out like that;) lol I guess we'll see, I might be too busy to blog during the summer o.O

I hope I get Journalism next year, but if I end up not getting it, then I am going to come visit the class. lol

Well that is all for today, More later:)

*Remember! ewerstoblahg

End of the Year FEVER!

Every year around this time it seems as though students start to "fall off" so to speak, on their school work. It even happens to me! As the days get longer, weather starts to get hotter and the question of "What are you going to do this summer?" comes up, it's like we forget... we still are in school.

It is so exhausting coming home from a long, hot day of school to come home and do the same amount of homework that you were getting in the middle of the year. I know it's not exactly the teachers fault and what not, and I know they want us to be prepared and what not. But is so hard with all of the summer time distractions. This is always the time of the year where I seem to fall off with my school work.

So I just want to know, how do students continue to stay focus at the end of spring? I don't want to go to college with the same mentality that I have with high school. I want good grades in high school, but I want even better grades in college. But I just don't know how to focus myself at this time of the year.

Anyway, that's all I wanted to say because it has been on my mind since it started to get warmer. SO! THAT'S ALL FOR TODAY FOLKS! More 2morrow:)

*Remember! ewerstoblahg

Five Star Restaurant for a Five Star Chick:The French Laundry

The French Laundry in Yountville, California:

By far this is the most sophisticated, calm, and inviting restaurant that I would love to visit. Just the view of the restaurant is so inviting that you wouldn't believe that it is a five star restaurant. The thing that gets my attention the most about The French Laundry is that they have their own garden. So you know that their ingredients are always fresh. I respect their dedication to have their customers pleased. If I was to dine her I would come during lunch time to get the full feel of the relaxing and laid back atmosphere. I would most defiantly get the Chef's Tasting Menu. This includes:

“OYSTERS AND PEARLS”

“Sabayon” of Pearl Tapioca with Island Creek Oysters and White Sturgeon Caviar

SALAD OF FIELD RHUBARB

Baby Beets, Red Ribbon Sorrel and Hazelnuts

MOULARD DUCK “FOIE GRAS AU TORCHON”

Pickled Blueberries, Honey Yogurt, Tokyo Turnips, Marcona Almonds, Mizuna and Graham Cracker Sablé

( 30.00 supplement )

PIMENTÓN-CRUSTED PACIFIC KANPACHI

Manilla Clams, Fava Beans, Jingle Bell Peppers, Cilantro and Saffron Emulsion

BARBEQUED JAPANESE ANAGO

Eggplant, Compressed Cucumber, Red Radish, Hass Avocado and Petite Basil

MAINE LOBSTER TAIL “POCHÉE AU BEURRE DOUX”

English Peas, Cipollini Onions and Black Truffle

“ROUELLE” OF LIBERTY FARM PEKIN DUCK

Duck Confit, Melted Endive, Navel Orange, Watercress and “Sauce Hydromel”

MARCHO FARMS “CERVELLE DE VEAU”

Hobbs’ Bacon, Green Tomato Relish, Ramps, Garden Lettuce and “Ranch Dressing”

SNAKE RIVER FARMS “CALOTTE DE BOEUF GRILLÉE”

“Pommes Purée,” Nantes Carrots, Garlic Scapes, Arrowleaf Spinach and “Sauce Bordelaise”

ANDANTE DAIRY “CAVATINA”

Semolina Cake, Muscat Grape Jelly, Toasted Walnuts and Arugula

COCONUT MILK SORBET

Vanilla-Roasted Maui Gold Pineapple, Medjool Dates, Cashew Nuts and Candied Ginger

“CRÉMEUX AUX FRUITS DE LA PASSION”

French Laundry Garden Strawberries, Dried Pistachio “Pain de Gêne,” and White Chocolate Sorbet

“SAVARIN AU CITRON”

Citrus “Vierge,” Per Mio Figlio Olive Oil and Straus Dairy “Crème Glacée”

MIGNARDISES

One reason I love this restaurant is because, just like the others, you order a whole meal. But you as you all know, good food cost money. This may seem like a laid back restaurant but the price is anything but. This menu cost $250 per person o.O But honestly I think it might be worth it. As much as I love food, I love money more. And spending money doesn't make me happy. lol

Anyway, that is all for today!

More tomorrow:)

*Remember! ewerstoblahg

Five Star Restaurant for a Five Star Chick: Charlie Trotter's

Charlie Trotter's in Chicago, Illinois:

Also located in the heart of Chicago, Charlie Trotter's offers a wide range of cuisines. From seafood to meats to vegetables. What ever you choice, you are sure to get it at Charlie Trotter's. If I was to go to Charlie Trotter's I would order the Grand Menu. The Grand Menu consist of:

Sashimi of Yellowfin Tuna with English Cucumber & Rashiri Kombu

Grilled Blue Prawn with New Zealand Cockles, Lemon & Salsify

Steamed Tasmanian Ocean Trout with Green Tea & Coriander Dusted Garbanzo Beans

Honey Glazed Duck with Spring Garlic, Lavender & Thyme

Salt-Crusted Veal Loin with Toasted Brioche, Burnt Oak & Crème Fraiche

Muscat Grape Sorbet with Caraway & Creamed Olive Oil

Meiwa Kumquats with Frozen Meringue & Cured Black Olives

Milk Chocolate-Praline Semifreddo with Pistachios & Mint

Out of the choices they have on the Grand Menu, I would be most excited for the Honey Glazed Duck with Spring Garlic, Lavender & Thyme. It sounds so juicy and mouthwatering. lol

All of this at Charlie Trotter's cost a $165 per person. This doesn't include any extra dishes, drinks, and of course tip.

Anyway, that is all for today! More tomorrow:)

*Remember! ewerstoblahg

FIve Star Restaurant for a Five Star Chick: Alinea

Alinea in Chicago, Illinois:

Located in the heart of Chicago, Alinea is a place whether I am rich or poor, I have to visit. Chicago is also known for the wide range of everything food. When I do go to Alinea I would order the Tasting Menu.

The Tasting Menu includes:

English Pea: Iberico, Sherry or Honeydew

Shad Roe: Shallot, Mustard, Bay aroma

Distillation: Thai Flavors

Pork Belly: Curry, Cumber or Lime

Sturgeon: Potato, Leek, Smoke

King Crab:Rhubarb, Lilac, Fennel

Duck:Morels, Asparagus, or Chamomile

Hot Potato:Cold Potato, Black Truffle or Butter

Tournedo: a la Persane

Earl Grey:Lemon, Pine Nut, Caramelized White Chocolate

Chocolate:Coconut, Menthol, Hyssop

Bubble Gum:Long Pepper, Hibiscus, Creme Fraiche

The cost of the Tasting Menu at Alinea is $150 per person.

I'm not really sure what the sizes of each plate is (not Super Size I'm sure). But I would love to dine at this fancy 5 star restaurant.

OH! BTW! Another reason why I liked this restaurant is because of all the choices you can get with each dish. They don't really limit you to just one or two things, you have many options. And I don't know about you but I'm the type of eater who would want to taste off of my family's plate and let them taste mine so that everyone gets something different. You know?? Hmm, Maybe that's just my family. lol

Anyway, that's enough food for right now;) More later!

*Remember! ewerstoblahg

Five Star Restaurant for a Five Star Chick: Joel Robuhon

Joel Robuhon in Las Vegas, Nevada:

Located in a city know for the luxurious hotels and fine dining, Joel Robuhon is a dream spot for me. This five star hotel is located in the MGM Grand. If I were to dine at this hotel I would defiantly get the Group Menu, because this environment is too fabolous to be by yourself. I would also get the 13 Course Menu (I LOVE food)

For Starters:

Le Caviar en infusion de corail anisée, en surpriseCaviar on a fennel cream served as a surprise

Next:

Les Aspergesun blanc-manger aux substances d'agrumes, brouillarde crémeuse dans une voilette de pain doré, royale tremblotante de morille au vin d'ArboisAsparagus pana cotta with citrus, scrambled egg in a golden toast, morel royale with yellow wine

After:

La Noix de Saint-Jacquesà la plancha, ravigotée d'un condiment au kumquatSea scallop à la plancha with kumquat

Then:

Les Crustacésle homard rôti au curry et fines graines de chou-fleur, un thé coralline parfumé à la coriandre, la langoustine truffée et cuite en ravioliRoasted lobster with green curry, coriander scented coral broth, truffled langoustine ravioli

Followed by:

Les Févettesun fin velouté soyeux à la sarriette sous un voile d'oignon douxSavory scented fava bean veloute with sweet oignon foam

Then:

Le Foie Gras en papillote de chou vert aux jeunes bambous Duck foie gras and young bamboo shoots in green cabbage

After:

Le Saumonavec une marinière au gingembre et une fleurette légèrement fuméeSalmon with ginger broth and lightly smoked cream

Mmm, My mouth waters when I read this menu. lol

Next:

Le Veauen côte au plat avec un jus gras et escorté de taglierinis de légumes au pistouSautéed veal chop with natural jus and vegetable taglierinis flavored with pesto

Then:

Le Sojales jeunes pousses cuites comme un risotto aux zestes de citron vert et cibouletteRisotto of soybeans sprouts, lime zest and chives

Followed by:

La Verveineune crème glacée, sur une mousseline au nectar de mandarine Light tangerine cream with lemon verbena sorbet

Later:

Le Chocolat sphère onctueuse aux petites perles, délice aux fruits de la passion Chocolate mousse sphere, passion fruit delice

Lastly:

Le Moka - Le Théescortés de mignardises

And although I can't say most of the dishes on the menu. They sound delicious. The Group Menu with the 13 Courses cost a total of $385 per guest in the group. I think it's a price worth paying;)

Anyway, That's enough Five Star Dinning, for today at least ;) More Tomorrow:)

*Remember! ewerstoblahg

Five Star Restuarant for a Five Star Chick: ALEX

Alex in Las Vegas, Nevada:

Located in the heart of Las Vegas, Nevada this is one of the top five restaurants I would love to go to. Alex is located in the Wynn Hotel. If I had an unlimited amount of money I would order the "Tasting Menu". This includes seven separate dishes/courses.

For starters:

Santa Barbara Prawn ‘Carpaccio’ with Osetra Caviar, Giant Clam and Celery Salad And to

drink, your choices are Delamotte, Brut, Le Mesnil Sur Oger, Champagne, France MV

Next:

Butter Poached Maine Lobster with Sea Urchin Linguini, Lime Zest and Brussels Sprouts

And to drink your choices are Walter Hansel, Cuvee Alyce, Chardonnay, Russian River Valley 2006

After:

Foie Gras Sauté with Dried Fruit ‘Mostarda’ Aged Balsamic Vinegar and Hakurei Turnips

And to drink, your choices are Selbach-Oster, Zeltinger Sonnenuhr, Riesling Auslese, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer 2005

Then:

Dover Sole with Gem Lettuce, Chanterelles, Oven-Dried Tomatoes and Red Wine Reduction

And to drink, your choices are Henry Boillot, Beaune, Premier Cru, Clos du Roi, Burgundy, 2005

Later:

Wagyu Beef with Parsnip Custard, Bordelaise Sauce and Crispy Bone Marrow Fritter

And to drink, your choices are Coup de Foudre′ Ma Cherie′ Merlot Blend, Napa Valley, 2005

Followed By:

Coconut Tapioca with Tropical Fruit

And Lastly:

Toasted Vanilla Brioche with Butter Poached Apples and Maple Ice Cream

And to drink, your choices are Planeta, Moscato di Noto, Sicily, 2007

The prices for the Tasting Menu at Alex is $185 per person and $295 per person including wines.

Well, that's all for today! More Five Star Restuarants tomorrow:)

*Remember! ewerstoblahg