In what has become more or less a BasqueStage tradition, we invited our brand new stages Brenden Darby and Luuk Hoffman to show their stuff Basque-style: in a traditional dining society. These txokos are the backdrop for both the most exciting and the most traditional meals in this corner of the world. So it’s only fitting that it be their introduction to Basque cuisine.
Brenden and Luuk prepared a five course (!) meal, starting light with a watermelon salad (featuring fresh and stewed watermelon) studded with jamón ibérico. Then sea bream with cucumber and coconut. Light, refreshing and delicious!
Then we turned to weightier plates of rabbit and pork. Brenden and Luuk did a great job with plating and sauces…you are looking at some talented stages (don’t forget to keep up with them on their blogs). Check out that rabbit three ways (on the right):
And finally, a sweet ending to a delicious meal.
Here’s to many more!