We feature daily specials for both lunch and dinner.
Some say they are works of art - both in preparation and presentation.
You be the judge. Click on pictures to enlarge.
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Copper River Salmon - fresh pan-seared served with fresh herb lobster risotto, blue agava chili sauce & grapefruit peach vinaigrette. June 2011 NOTE - preparations will change throughout the month.
Wine Match: Cove 2008 Pinot Noir. From the Willamette Valley, this crafted Pinot Noir is deep red with subdued aroma of black currents, cheery pit and rose peta
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| Pan-Seared Alaskan Halibut with cannellini beans, Spanish chorizo, mushroom broth and gremolata. Winter menu 2010-2011.
Wine match: Souverain Chardonnay. "This is a classic buttery California Chardonnay from the Alexander Valley with a healthy dose of oak works well with this rustic, earthy halibut preparation. |
Pork Osso Bucco - tender braised shank, hazelnut romesco, demi glace, topped with fresh battered buttermilk onion ring and served with mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables. November 2010.
Wine Match: Juan Gil Monastrell. The Monastrell grape (also known as Mourvedre) is thick skinned and produces a fairly big, tannic wine. Usually blended with grenache, this amazing single varietal bottle from the Jumilla region in Spain has deep dark fruit flavors and a great earthiness. It's the perfect wine to toast the return of Osso Bucco! |
Crabby says, "The commercial crab season begins in October which means "All Things Crab" at Chuckanut." Click here for more pictures. Thanks for the pic, Roseannadana!
Wine match for soup, oscar, and au gratin: Souverain Alexander Valley Chardonnay: buttery, oaky, calafornia chardonnay holds it's own with these rich crab dishes.
For prawn and crab martini, try the Dog Point Sauvignon Blanc: fragrant, crisp, New Zealand white brings a little fresh acidity to the chilled, sweet crab cocktail.
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| Chilled Gazpacho - poured tableside into a large chilled bowl, and garnished with pickled beets, lemon cucumber, heirloom tomato, and nasturtium flowers. August 2010.
Wine Match: 2009 Chateau Bas dry rose' from the Provence region in France. "This fresh tasting blend of grenache, syrah and cinsault with reserved floral and herbaceous notes and berry flavors meld well with the garden fresh gazpacho." |
Fresh Ling Cod - prepared with pearl barley cake and gazpacho sauce. July 2010.
Wine Match: 2008 Novelty Hill Stillwater Creek Viognier. "The floral aromas and a hint of honey sweetness make this juicy wine a great summer compliment to buttery ling cod and the bright, tangy sauce." |
Copper River Sockeye Salmon - seared with Oyster Mushroom Crepe, Pea Pods, and Roasted Beets. June 2010
Wine Match: 2008 La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir. "The subtle earthiness compliments the roasted beets and mushroom without overpowering this flavorful fish."
Red wine and seafood? In this case, absolutely!
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Alaskan Halibut Cheeks - Olive oil poached Halibut Cheeks with wild mushroom tomato nage, Skagit Valley Lamb sausage, Lemon sunchoke mousse and Arugula. May 2010.
Wine Match: 2008 Longshadows Poet's Leap Riesling. "This is a fantastic off-dry Columbia Valley Riesling made by famous German Riesling maker Armin Diel. "
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| Wild Alaska Salmon - served with a Lemon Caper Beurre Blanc. April 2010 |
Broiled Samish Bay Oysters - served with a Green Pea Coulis and crispy fried Pancetta. March 2010
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Pan Seared Alaskan Halibut with Totten Inlet Mussels - served with caramelized Walla Walla onions in cider broth. February 2010
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Whiskey Crab Soup is a cold weather favorite. Imagine combining Jack Daniels whiskey, cream and fresh Dungeness crab... Incredibly delicious! And as a Christmas present to our VIP customers - we made the recipe available online. December 2009 Click Here for recipe.
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Australian Lamb Shank - braised and slow roasted. Served with demi glaze and garden fresh vegetables. November 2009
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Fresh Dungeness Crab Au Gratin - a whole crab filled with prawns, scallops, wild salmon, crab meat and a spinach lobster cream sauce. Baked and served with all the legs. If you like crab - you'll love this! October 2009. Overheard "subtitle 'an adult happy meal'...very interactive!" |
Oyster Combo - Eight oysters, lightly broiled in the half shell: including Oysters Rockefeller, Casino, Kirpatrick and ala Manor. September 2009
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Wild Alaska Salmon Salad - with greens, peaches, candied pecans, strawberries, grapes and gorgonzola cheese, dressed with a light peach champange vinaigrette. August 2009
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