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If you know your chickens then you’ve undoubtedly heard of the famed Poulet de Bresse from the Burgundy region in France. It’s unparalleled quality is world renowned and it is absolutely the best chicken I’ve ever tasted. With a distinct yellow skin that carries a layer of fat not unlike duck, the flavor profile is otherworldly. Not planning on going to France anytime soon? Well fear not as farmers Riley Stark, Bernie Nash and David Thiessen bring the Poulet Bleu from Lummi Island to our tables. To commemorate the introduction of the Poulet Bleu from farm to table, Cedarbrook Lodge is hosting a dinner debuting the bird on May 22nd at 6 p.m. Executive Chef Mark Bodinet will be preparing dinner with Stark and Nash in attendance for the meal. Dinner is $95 per person (tax and gratuity additional) and a full menu can be found here. For reservations, call (206) 214-4282. Starting Friday, May 15th, and just in time for the 2015 Copper River salmon season, Ray’s Boathouse & Cafe will be offering a selection of pinot and Copper River salmon pairings in both restaurants. The offers will run May 15-June 15, 2015. In 1983 Jon Rowley brought the first Copper River to Ray’s Boathouse to serve to guests which, prior to this, was typically canned and shipped to Asia. It was an instant favorite and has become a coveted seasonal delicacy ever since. Rays’s will also be offering 20 pinots by the glass via Ray’s Coravin wine system, including – Domaine Drouhin, Shea Wine Cellars, Domaine Serene, Beaux Freres.
Looking for ways to brighten this cloudy day? Then check out Cupcake Royale locations all over Seattle today. From 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. the cupcake shop will be giving away free scoops to commemorate their Chef’s Series Ice Cream which is a collaboration between Seattle Chefs and Royale Creamery. So go on and get a scoop of flavors inspired by our fair city including Smokey Rocky Road with Salted Marcona Almond Bark, Smoked Maple Old Fashioned with Luxardo Cherries, and Honey Ricotta with Pistachio Brittle.
