PLAN: Budei Taiwanese Menu

[gfron1]

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I'm gathering a large table of foodies, chefs, food writers, and plain old hungry folks for a unique dinner at Budei Gourmet in ABQ next Sunday (7/13) at 7:30. Truly, all are welcome! We are going to be off-menu requesting everything be served from their authentic Taiwanese menu family style. I've been told that they have some serious eats that you won't even know about unless you ask, so I'm working with the chef directly to prepare a kick ass meal. RSVP here before Thursday so I can get everything finalized.  Right now we have a James Beard nominated chef, a chef from Restaurants Impossible, one of Slate's primary food writers among others.  Join us!

[Smithy]

I can't make it, but I love the idea!  I hope there's a great turnout!

[Lisa Shock]

Rats! This weekend is the only weekend I have plans, for months and months!

[gfron1]

I have confirmed that they will make 8 Happinesses Duck for us which is a 5 day prep...don't know what the hell it is but it sounds like my type of eats.  

[gfron1]

Here's the guest list:

Rob & Tyler Connoley (Curious Kumquat Chef/owner)

Ari Levaux (Writer for Alibi, Slate and Outside magazine)

Christophe Descarpenteres (Café Petit Louis Chef/Owner)

Gwen & Scott Clapp & guest (Culinary instructor at CNMCC)

Munaf Aamir & wife 

Marissa Michelle & David Garcia (Farm & Table Restaurant)

Anthony Salvagno (3 guests) (S'wich Food Truck Chef)

Sharon Neiderman (Cookbook author)

King Crowder & wife (Tre Rosat Chef/Owner)

 

I've been working with the owner to prepare a feast worthy of this group and can't wait to see what they come up with.

[Jaymes]

Wow, impressive on every level.  Impressive that you thought of this.  Impressive that you're following through.  Impressive guest list. Huge kudos to you.

 

Wish I could make it.  Was just through Albuquerque a few weeks ago.  Rotten timing on my part.

 

I'll be eagerly following this thread and, should it be successful enough that you plan another one, will do my very best to make it!

[gfron1]

From the kitchen: Here is the special menu. Most of the items require many days of preparation. For example, the sea cucumber takes 3-4 days to get boiled enough to become soft enough to eat. All the dishes are truly authentic. Chef Hsia has served in the Taiwan military's top officials' kitchen and in a highly ranked Shanghai cuisine restaurant in Taipei. These kitchens require great talent. You and your guests will greatly enjoy this unique experience.

Jelly Fish Appetizer
Shanghai Dumplings Soup
Crispy Flounder in Black Vinegar 
(this dish will show the real Chinese "sweet and sour")
Eight-Treasure Duck
Ginger Basil Sea Cucumber 
Scallion Chicken
Snow Vegetable and Baked Tofu
Sweet Lotus Seed and Longin Soup