LTHforum's 12th Annual Picnic, September 24, 2017 - Sign up!
LTHforum's 12th Annual Picnic, September 24, 2017 - Sign up!
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Post #121 - September 25th, 2017, 9:50 amHI,
Typically the worst winter day is when the picnic save-the-date announcement goes out. It is to allow us an opportunity to dream of warmer days and pleasant gatherings.
Ironically, our picnic was one of the hotter days of year. This is something I hope will not be a new tradition, because I loathe heat and humidity. Luckily, we have not yet tested our perseverance by having a rain day and showing up anyway.
Thank you to those who brought liquids and ice, because very little was left at the end of the day. Every bit was needed to keep us going.
I probably ate less this year than before, which I attribute to the heat.
Very glad everyone was happy!
Thank you!
Regards,
Cathy2Cathy2
"You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
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Post #122 - September 26th, 2017, 7:56 amboudreaulicious wrote:A few updates on team Souk:
Unfortunately, a few folks had to drop out --please remove More is More, Less is More, Clematron and DocNik from the list.
Also, while we don't want to give away our menu until the event, we did want to give an update on the types of items, so that folks will know how much deliciousness is coming their way:
6 Meat items
12 Vegetarian Items
5 location baked bread items
12 item condiment/topping bar
3 desserts
3-4 beverages
See you there!!
Is it possible, the full menu could now be revealed with who did what?
Thank you!
Regards,
CAthy2Cathy2
"You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
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Post #123 - September 26th, 2017, 11:57 amSpices, etc.:
Za’atar, Berbere, Tumeric, Allepo pepper, Dried Fenugreek leaves, Nigella, Cardamom, Caraway, Bird’s Eye Chili (Chris)
Sumac, Date syrup, Pom Molasses (Jen)
Meat Items:
Lamb or lamb/beef Shawarma (Matt)
Lebanese-style grilled chicken (Brad) - gluten free
Kefta (MH & MB)
Lamb Borek (MH & MB)
Lachmanjan (Chris)
Has meat and gluten, no dairy
Kibbah In a Tray (Joel)
Lamb Pitas (BrendanR)
Veg Items:
Falafel (Brad) - vegan/gluten free
Tabouli (Ava)
Hummus Tehina (Brad) vegan/gluten free
Tomato Kibbeh (MH & MB)
Eggplant Dip (Chris)
There will be a spicy version and a mild version, both contain yoghurt but no meat
Grilled Eggplant with Fried Onion, Lemon & Feta (JenB)
Roasted Cauliflower, Celery Leaf & Hazelnut Salad (JenB)
Charred Zucchini & Tomato Salad (Mafghoussa) (JenB)
Mejadra (Lentil, Rice & Onion) (JenB)
Fattoush (MikeR)
Farro (aka Pharoah-Let my people go) Salad w preserved lemon, grape tomato, & feta (Vegetarian) (Elaine)
Babaganoush (vegan)--Maret
Grilled Eggplant with Feta & Herbs (vegetarian) (Maret)
veggies
Condiment and Topping Bar (Mike R and Jen B)
Shredded purple cabbage (JenB)
Shredded Romaine w/mint (JenB)
Persian cuke & cauliflower pickles (JenB)
Torshi (JenB)
Sweet & spicy pickles (Elaine)
Yogurt with cucumber, mint and onion (JenB)
Cilantro tahini sauce (JenB)
Pipelchuma (Israeli red chili sauce)
Zhug (Mike R)
Preserved lemon tahini sauce (Mike R)
Preserved lemon grapefruit chermoula (Mike R)
Face punching hot sauce (Matt)
Sumac red onions (Mike R)
Breads:
Flatbread (Chris, Harper)
Felaveri (Chili Bread) (Chris, Harper)
Za’atar Bread (Adam)
Pita (Adam)
Desserts:
Aish El Saraya (Lebanese Milk & Bread Pudding (Teresa)
Baklava (Sue)
Pistachio-Rose Turkish Delight (Brad) - vegan/gluten free
Assorted baklava and sesame cookies (Maret)
Drinks:
Iced Mint Tea w spiced sugar syrup (light caffeine) (Elaine)
Pomegranate Jello shots (w sugar & Coconut Rum) (Elaine)
Lemon Drop Jello Shots (sugar-free w Vodka) preserved lemon courtesy MBH (Elaine)
Keg of sour beer (matt)
Case of H2O (Jen)Cathy2
"You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
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Post #124 - September 26th, 2017, 12:25 pmCathy2 wrote:Spices, etc.:
Za’atar, Berbere, Tumeric, Allepo pepper, Dried Fenugreek leaves, Nigella, Cardamom, Caraway, Bird’s Eye Chili (Chris)
Sumac, Date syrup, Pom Molasses (Jen)
Meat Items:
Lamb or lamb/beef Shawarma (Matt)
Lebanese-style grilled chicken (Brad) - gluten free
Kefta (MH & MB)
Lamb Borek (MH & MB)
Lachmanjan (Chris)
Has meat and gluten, no dairy
Kibbah In a Tray (Joel)
Lamb Pitas (BrendanR)
Veg Items:
Falafel (Brad) - vegan/gluten free
Tabouli (Ava)
Hummus Tehina (Brad) vegan/gluten free
Tomato Kibbeh (MH & MB)
Eggplant Dip (Chris)
There will be a spicy version and a mild version, both contain yoghurt but no meat
Grilled Eggplant with Fried Onion, Lemon & Feta (JenB)
Roasted Cauliflower, Celery Leaf & Hazelnut Salad (JenB)
Charred Zucchini & Tomato Salad (Mafghoussa) (JenB)
Mejadra (Lentil, Rice & Onion) (JenB)
Fattoush (MikeR)
Farro (aka Pharoah-Let my people go) Salad w preserved lemon, grape tomato, & feta (Vegetarian) (Elaine)
Babaganoush (vegan)--Maret
Grilled Eggplant with Feta & Herbs (vegetarian) (Maret)
veggies
Condiment and Topping Bar (Mike R and Jen B)
Shredded purple cabbage (JenB)
Shredded Romaine w/mint (JenB)
Persian cuke & cauliflower pickles (JenB)
Torshi (JenB)
Sweet & spicy pickles (Elaine)
Yogurt with cucumber, mint and onion (JenB)
Cilantro tahini sauce (JenB)
Pipelchuma (Israeli red chili sauce)
Zhug (Mike R)
Preserved lemon tahini sauce (Mike R)
Preserved lemon grapefruit chermoula (Mike R)
Face punching hot sauce (Matt)
Sumac red onions (Mike R)
Breads:
Flatbread (Chris, Harper)
Felaveri (Chili Bread) (Chris, Harper)
Za’atar Bread (Adam)
Pita (Adam)
Desserts:
Aish El Saraya (Lebanese Milk & Bread Pudding (Teresa)
Baklava (Sue)
Pistachio-Rose Turkish Delight (Brad) - vegan/gluten free
Assorted baklava and sesame cookies (Maret)
Drinks:
Iced Mint Tea w spiced sugar syrup (light caffeine) (Elaine)
Pomegranate Jello shots (w sugar & Coconut Rum) (Elaine)
Lemon Drop Jello Shots (sugar-free w Vodka) preserved lemon courtesy MBH (Elaine)
Keg of sour beer (matt)
Case of H2O (Jen)
And my spur of the moment Lemonade for 100 from JOC with orange blossom water.
I didn't announce it so it never made the list.Ava-"If you get down and out, just get in the kitchen and bake a cake."- Jean Strickland
Horto In Urbs- Falling in love with Urban Vegetable Gardening
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Post #125 - September 26th, 2017, 1:28 pmI'll edit this--I think there are some items that didn't make it and I can put screen names with the dishes. I'm a bit under the weather so it will have to wait til tomorrow at the earliest. Thx."Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." Miles Kington
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Post #126 - September 26th, 2017, 1:58 pmThanks to everyone for their tremendous effort on (and in advance of) Sunday. Given the conditions, it was beyond laudable. I was so hot, I pretty much lost my desire to eat
, so I can only imagine was it must have been like setting up, cooking over fire and breaking down stations in the blazing afternoon sun. I nibbled but never really went into berserker mode, as I hoped to -- and have in years past. In fact, even my ambitions for a day of imbibing fizzled, though I did manage to down 5 bottles of water. In the end, just sitting in the shade was challenging. Still, it was great to see everyone and do some catching up. We've been lucky with so many consecutive rain-free editions, but in this case, things went just a bit too far in the other direction!
=R=Same planet, different world
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Post #127 - September 26th, 2017, 4:33 pmmbh wrote:There was a ravinia table in an off white canvas bag left, if it's yours pm me and I'll figure out how to get it to you.irisarbor wrote:...
The Ravinia table was mine, but I don't need it back,
we have a new one, keep it or pass it on to someone who wants it.
it's a bit wonky- someone who's good with things could easily make it better-
I'm almost positive all the parts are there.
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I would love to take ownership of said table. Ours went missing earlier this year and haven't replaced it. I am handy and am willing to take on the challenge of 'Wonky'.
"Very good... but not my favorite." ~ Johnny Depp as Roux the Gypsy in Chocolat
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Post #128 - September 27th, 2017, 9:15 amIf you know me then you already know what it means for me to say even I found it hot!
It appears we were not imagining it but we got to bear witness to a historic heat wave!
https://www.google.com/amp/chicago.sunt ... esday/amp/
Given the odd nature of this weather I suspect we will not experience it again for an LTH Picnic.Ava-"If you get down and out, just get in the kitchen and bake a cake."- Jean Strickland
Horto In Urbs- Falling in love with Urban Vegetable Gardening
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Post #129 - September 30th, 2017, 11:41 amCathy2 wrote:Spices, etc.:
Za’atar, Berbere, Tumeric, Allepo pepper, Dried Fenugreek leaves, Nigella, Cardamom, Caraway, Bird’s Eye Chili (Chris) - Attrill
Sumac, Date syrup, Pom Molasses (Jen) - boudreaulicious
Meat Items:
Lamb or lamb/beef Shawarma (Matt) - laikom
Lebanese-style grilled chicken (Brad) - BR
Kefta (MH & MB) - petite_gourmande & MBH
Lamb Borek (MH & MB) - petite_gourmande & MBH
Lachmanjan (Chris) - Attrill
Kibbah In a Tray (Joel) - JoelF
Lamb Pitas (BrendanR)
Veg Items:
Falafel (Brad) - BR
Tabouli (Ava) - pairs4life
Hummus Tehina (Brad) - BR
Tomato Kibbeh (MH & MB) petite_gourmande & MBH
Eggplant Dip (Chris) - Attrill
Grilled Eggplant with Fried Onion, Lemon & Feta (JenB) - boudreaulicious Cauliflower, Celery Leaf & Hazelnut Salad (JenB) - boudreaulicious
Charred Zucchini & Tomato Salad (Mafghoussa) (JenB) - boudreaulicious
Mejadra (Lentil, Rice & Onion) (JenB) - boudreaulicious
Fattoush (MikeR) - gastro gnome
Farro (aka Pharoah-Let my people go) Salad w preserved lemon, grape tomato, & feta (Vegetarian) (Elaine) - irisarbor
Babaganoush (vegan)- Maret - Maret
Grilled Eggplant with Feta & Herbs (vegetarian) (Maret) - Maret
veggies
Condiment and Topping Bar (Mike R and Jen B) - gastro gnome & boudreaulicious
Shredded purple cabbage (JenB) - boudreaulicious
Shredded Romaine w/mint (JenB) - boudreaulicious
Persian cuke & cauliflower pickles (JenB) - boudreaulicious
Torshi (JenB) - boudreaulicious
Sweet & spicy pickles (Elaine) - irisarbor
Yogurt with cucumber, mint and onion (JenB) - boudreaulicious
Cilantro tahini sauce (JenB) - boudreaulicious
Pipelchuma (Israeli red chili sauce)
Zhug (Mike R) - gastro gnome
Preserved lemon tahini sauce (Mike R) - gastro gnome
Preserved lemon grapefruit chermoula (Mike R) - gastro gnome
Face punching hot sauce (Matt) - laikom
Sumac red onions (Mike R) - gastro gnome
Breads:
Flatbread (Chris, Harper) - Attrill
Felaveri (Chili Bread) (Chris, Harper)
Za’atar Bread (Adam) - swingbossa
Pita (Adam) - swingbossa
Desserts:
Aish El Saraya (Lebanese Milk & Bread Pudding (Teresa) - Teresa
Tahini cookies? (Sue) - SueF
Pistachio-Rose Turkish Delight (Brad) - BR
Assorted baklava and sesame cookies (Maret) - Maret
Drinks:
Iced Mint Tea w spiced sugar syrup (light caffeine) (Elaine) - irisarbor
Pomegranate Jello shots (w sugar & Coconut Rum) (Elaine) - irisarbor
Lemon Drop Jello Shots (sugar-free w Vodka) preserved lemon courtesy MBH (Elaine) - irisarbor
Keg of sour beer (matt) - laikom
Case of H2O (Jen)
I filled in the LTH names above . . . or I think I did.
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Post #130 - October 1st, 2017, 7:58 amHi,
If people can also post a few pictures, this will be very helpful for people's current enjoyment as well as dress up the announcement for next year.
Thanks!
Regards,
Cathy2Cathy2
"You'll be remembered long after you're dead if you make good gravy, mashed potatoes and biscuits." -- Nathalie Dupree
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Post #131 - October 2nd, 2017, 4:09 pmCathy2, I'm usually good about taking photos, but it was so damn hot, I just didn't get many. Here are the usable ones I took, you're free to use them.
For what we choose is what we are. He should not miss this second opportunity to re-create himself with food. Jim Crace "The Devil's Larder"
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Post #132 - October 2nd, 2017, 6:30 pmTried to edit this down to a more useable list:
Souk!
Meat Items:
Lamb Shawarma - laikom
Lebanese-style grilled chicken - BR
Beef Kefta - petite_gourmande & MBH
Lamb Borek ( - petite_gourmande & MBH
Lachmanjan - Attrill
Kibbah In a Tray - JoelF
Lamb Pitas -BrendanR
Veg Items:
Falafel - BR
Tabouli - pairs4life
Hummus Tehina - BR
Tomato Kibbeh - MBH
Smoked, Spicy Eggplant Dip (the dark, reddish one) - Attrill
Cauliflower, Celery Leaf & Hazelnut Salad - boudreaulicious
Mejadra (Lentil, Rice & Onion) - boudreaulicious
Fattoush - gastro gnome
Farro (aka Pharoah-Let my people go) Salad w preserved lemon, grape tomato, & feta - irisarbor
Babaganoush - Maret
Grilled Eggplant with Feta & Herbs - Maret
Condiment and Topping Bar
Pickled purple cabbage - boudreaulicious
Persian cuke & cauliflower pickles - boudreaulicious
Torshi - boudreaulicious
Cacik (Yogurt with cucumber, mint and onion) - boudreaulicious
Cilantro tahini sauce - boudreaulicious
Pipelchuma (Israeli red chili sauce)- boudreaulicious
Zhug - gastro gnome
Preserved lemon tahini sauce - gastro gnome
Preserved lemon grapefruit chermoula - gastro gnome
Face punching hot sauces (Spicy and XXX) - laikom
Sumac red onions - gastro gnome
Breads:
Flatbread - Attrill & Harper
Felaveri (Chili Bread)- Attrill & Harper
Pita - swingbossa
Desserts:
Aish El Saraya (Lebanese Milk & Bread Pudding) - Teresa
Tahini brownies - Wild Rice
Pistachio-Rose Turkish Delight - BR
Pistachio Tahini Shortbread - Suef
Assorted baklava and sesame cookies - Maret
Drinks:
Iced Mint Tea w spiced sugar syrup (light caffeine) - irisarbor
Pomegranate Jello shots (w sugar & Coconut Rum) - irisarbor
Lemon Drop Jello Shots with preserved lemon courtesy MBH - irisarbor
Keg of Pomegranate and Date Syrup sour beer - laikom
Pineapple Lemonade with Orange Blossom Water-pairs4life
Bloody Miriam (Arak, Cumin Tequila, Bloody Mary mix, Hot Sauce, Lemon Juice, Ras El Hanout, Olive Juice)-boudreaulicious
I have more pics but no way to post them--sorry!!"Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." Miles Kington
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Post #133 - October 2nd, 2017, 8:03 pmboudreaulicious wrote:I have more pics but no way to post them--sorry!!
If you email me a few of your favorites, or send me a link to where they're posted, I'll post them here.
Thanks,
=R=Same planet, different world
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Post #134 - October 3rd, 2017, 8:22 amCathy2 wrote:boudreaulicious wrote:A few updates on team Souk:
Unfortunately, a few folks had to drop out --please remove More is More, Less is More, Clematron and DocNik from the list.
Also, while we don't want to give away our menu until the event, we did want to give an update on the types of items, so that folks will know how much deliciousness is coming their way:
6 Meat items
12 Vegetarian Items
5 location baked bread items
12 item condiment/topping bar
3 desserts
3-4 beverages
See you there!!
Is it possible, the full menu could now be revealed with who did what?
Thank you!
Regards,
CAthy2
I second that emotion CAthy2! The SOUK rocked the picnic. I was so smitten with the roasted cauliflower and hazelnut salad that I tracked down a copy of Ottolenghi's JERUSALEM cookbook at the Library and I just think I may have to add yet another cookbook to my collection.
Thank you for your amazingly delicious spread. And yes, please do share the menu and the recipe sources if possible. Sign me a grateful picnic attender. Celia"A party without cake is really just a meeting" ~ Julia Child
"There are only four great arts: music, painting, sculpture, and ornamental pastry." ~ Julia Child
"Build a Longer Table, NOT a Wall..."
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Post #135 - October 3rd, 2017, 8:35 amThe full menu with who made what is 2 posts up—too many recipes for me to corral and post, but I’m sure if you want something off the list, just post it in the recipe thread and we’ll do our best to get a response out."Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad." Miles Kington
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Post #136 - October 9th, 2017, 4:08 pmJustjoan's Raspberry and Rose Ispahan Sablés ended up on the Souk dessert table as well.Leek
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Post #137 - October 10th, 2017, 6:31 pmI had several more pics from the souk:
MBH's tomato kibbeh
My hummus tehina
boudreaulicious' Persian cuke & cauliflower pickles
part of gastro gnome & boudreaulicious' condiment & toppings bar
JoelF's kibeh in the tray
swingbossa making pita in the wood burning oven & laikom's shawarma in the background
My Lebanese-spiced grilled chicken
My pistachio-rosewater Turkish delight
Sorry . . . that's all I have.
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Post #138 - October 10th, 2017, 7:18 pmBR wrote:I had several more pics from the souk:
Awesome picture show . . .
Sorry . . . that's all I have.
Thanks, Brad. That's great. Though, those images really make me wish it hadn't been so hot that day and that I'd actually been more in the mood to eat.
And again, if anyone else has images they'd like to share -- and you're unable post them here on your own -- please let me know and I'll make sure they get posted here.
Thanks,
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