Foodie Word of the Day

Mulato Chile: [moo-LAH-toe]

This long dark brown chile is a type of dried poblano, but looks like it’s relative the Ancho. It has a light fruity nuance and much more pronounced smoky character than the Ancho while still being fairly mild in heat.

I'm having one today at the Red Iguana in thier Mole Negro.

Foodie Word of the Day

Chiffonade [shihf-uh-NAHD or shihf-uh-NAYD]

Literally translated, this French phrase means “made of rags.” Culinary, it refers to thin strips or shreds of vegetables or herbs.

Foodie Word of the Day

Malbec [mahl-BECK] Variety of grape used for making red wine. French plantations found primarily is Cahors and South West France region, but the Argentine variety is becoming increasingly popular.

Characteristics fall somewhere between Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. A midseason ripener, it can bring very deep color, ample tannin, and a particular plum-like flavor component to add complexity to claret blends.

Try a 2006 Bodega Catena Zapata Malbec for a good introduction to the grape without breaking the bank!

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Poivre [PWAHV-r]

French word for pepper. Poivre Blanc is white pepper and Poivre Gris or Noir is black pepper.

Try a Steak au Poivre from Spencer's for Steak and Chops located in our lobby.

Yummie!