Event

GRACIOUS GOURMAND - Yoli Ouiya

GRACIOUS GOURMAND, a weekly dinner event presented by The Discerning Brute & Second Stop Cafe, is not for the weak of palate. Featuring a rotating cast of chefs specializing in avant-garde, gourmet, sustainable fare, our series aims to challenge ordinary perceptions and preparations of fine food, expose visionary talent, and celebrate conscientious hedonism.

This event is October 8th, 2010, featuring Chef Yoli Ouiya. See below for details.

Yoli Ouiya's Six Course Menu

♦ Choice of Braised Seitan with African Gremolata and Caramelized Shallots
or Ginger Barbecue Tempeh and Caramelized Shallots

♦ Egusi Vegetable Soup

♦ Southern 4 Cheese Vegan Macaroni

♦ Sautéed Wild Greens

♦ Apple Cinnamon Crisp with Salted Caramel Crème

♦ sweet potato pie parfait

♦♦♦ To Drink: Chocolate Vodka Shooter featuring Kanon
Organic Vodka.
Drinks are $8

ABOUT THE CHEF:

Preparing food for one's family is a huge cultural symbol of pride for the women of Burkina Faso, a small west african country. Akin to a right of passage, it is a big part of life for a young woman from her father's country. Though born in America, Yoland Ouiya, known as Yoli, was no exception. Twenty years later, she is known throughout the New York City area for catering for various vegan activist organizations, a brief stint at Reboot restaurant, and servicing a cultural array of clients and festivals.

Chef Yoli Ouiya currently operates a boutique healthy-lifestyle outfit called Ou!ya. She offers rich,colorful meals and food preparation classes.

official sponsor:
Kanon Vodka