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Month: December 2016

Recipe: Chef Jim’s Holiday Oysters

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Looking for a new family favorite? The holidays around the Smailer house wouldn’t be complete without this warm, cozy heirloom dish.

Ingredients:
Serves 3 people

1 fennel bulb (trimmed, cored and finely diced)
2 medium Yukon gold potatoes (peeled and finely diced)
2 Tbsp. butter
1 Tbsp. olive oil
24 oysters (any type will work well)

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a sauté pan, heat the butter and oil over medium high heat add the vegetables. Let the mixture brown on the bottom before stirring.
  3. Stir with a spatula to brown ell edges evenly. Add a little salt and a generous grind of fresh pepper.
  4. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
  5. Shuck the oysters and place in the cast iron pan, being careful not to lose any of the liquid from the oysters.
  6. Top the oysters with the vegetable mixture and bake for approximately 8 minutes. The topping should be very hot and the oysters just cooked.
  7. Garnish with a fennel frond and enjoy this warming comfort dish.

Chef’s notes:
This recipe has been in the family for 30 years, and it’s perfect as a first course or side dish. I like to serve at least 8 oysters per person, and it’s imperative that it’s served immediately and very hot. It’s a nice touch to serve the oysters from the cast iron pan they were cooked in, straight from oven to table.

Chef Jim's Holiday Oyster Recipe

Holiday Parties: Making Spirits Bright

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Holidays are a busy time here at the Cork. It’s fun to fall into the hustle and bustle as families celebrate annual traditions and companies celebrate with their staff. At the Cork, we take our traditions seriously, whether that means offering classic and heartwarming meals or playing host to the families who walk through our doors.

We’re proud to have been a family establishment for nearly 50 years, maintaining the excellent quality and traditions that make us a perennial favorite. Our commitment to fresh, local and high-quality food, as well as exceptional service make us a great spot to celebrate during the holidays.

Hosting a party is easy, with our private dining options and special menus. We’ll happily work with you to select the best menu, drinks and space for your budget, preferences and guests.

We have three cozy dining rooms available:

  • Small Garden Room: Able to seat up to 24 people, the Small Garden Room is perfect for smaller, more intimate gatherings of close friends and family. The Small Garden room opens up onto our patio and is shaded by our fresh herb garden, meaning you’ll have a lovely view while you eat, drink and mingle.
  • Patio Room: The Patio Room is our largest dining area, complete with a cozy fireplace and natural light. This space can hold up to 65 people alone, but when combined with the adjacent Small Garden Room, can seat up to 90.
  • Fireplace Room: If you’re looking to host a mid-size gathering, the Fireplace Room is a great option. With space for up to 40 people, the Fireplace Room is a favorite because of its homey fireplace and view of the outside patio.

Our garland-decked halls and friendly fireplaces add a special holiday feel to any get-together—we hope you’ll join us for your next soirée! For more details or pricing, please feel free to reach out by emailing us at [email protected] or calling 303-443-9505.

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