Forks of Fortune: A New Year’s Feast

## 🥂 New Year’s Celebration Dinner - Forks of Fortune: A New Year’s Feast

Tuesday\, December 30th\, 2025\, \| 7:00–9:00 p\.m\. Chef’s House, Lakewood BYOB \| $39\.95 per person \| 16 seats only Guests will leave with a Soup Container of Black\-Eyed Peas for good luck\! BYOB\!\!

### 🍽️ Five-Course Menu: “Fortune & Flavor”

#### 1️⃣ Golden Starter: Crispy Polenta Cakes with Honeyed Greens

Symbolizing wealth and gold, these pan-seared polenta rounds are topped with wilted collard greens and a drizzle of hot honey.

🥂Suggested *Wine Pairing: Sparkling Brut or Prosecco — bright and celebratory to kick off the evening.

#### 2️⃣ Ocean Blessings: Smoked Salmon Poke with Pomegranate Seeds

Salmon for abundance, pomegranate for fertility and renewal. Served with lemon crème fraîche and rye crisps.

🍷 Suggested *Wine Pairing: Dry Riesling or Sauvignon Blanc — crisp acidity to balance the richness.

#### 3️⃣ Main Course: Braised Pork Shoulder with Lentil Ragù

Pork represents progress and prosperity; lentils resemble coins. Slow-braised with garlic, fennel, and rosemary.

🍷 Suggested *Wine Pairing: Medium-bodied Pinot Noir or Tempranillo — earthy and warm to complement the depth of flavor.

#### 4️⃣ Side Ritual: Roasted Grapes & Chestnuts over Wild Rice Pilaf

Inspired by the Spanish tradition of eating 12 grapes at midnight for luck—this dish offers a savory twist with toasted chestnuts and herbs.

🍷 Suggested *Wine Pairing: Dry Rosé or Beaujolais — fruity and festive, bridging sweet and savory.

#### 5️⃣ Sweet Ending: Citrus Olive Oil Cake with Champagne Glaze

Citrus for cleansing and joy, olive oil for health. Served with a bubbly glaze and candied orange peel.

🥂 Suggested *Wine Pairing: Moscato d’Asti or Late Harvest Viognier — aromatic and gently sweet.

### 🖤 Parting Gift:

Each guest will receive a Soup Container filled with Black Eyed Peas—a Southern symbol of luck and resilience for the New Year.

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