Join Simplot Chefs Dianna Fricke and Mark Hill at Life's Kitchen for an evening to remember featuring 5 courses, with each course paired with a hand selected boutique beer.

When? Tuesday, October 28
What Time? 6:30 PM
Where? Life’s Kitchen Café, 1025 South Capitol Boulevard

~Appetizer ~
Pan Seared Day Boat Scallops on a Bed of Braised Baby Spinach, Morel Mushrooms and Pancetta and a Saffron Beurre Blanc

~Salad~
Petite Duck Breast Served with Roasted Kubocha Squash, Arugula and Baby Greens Finished with a Port Cherry Vinaigrette, Candied Pumpkin Seeds and Crispy Duck Chitlins

~Entrée ~
Stout Braised Kobe Beef Short Ribs over Tillamook White Cheddar Creamy Polenta with a Ragout of Fall Vegetables

~Cheese Plate~

~Dessert~
A Chocolate Tart Named Desire

Tickets are $75 plus tax. Call 208-331-0199 or for reservations.
All proceeds benefit Life's Kitchen, a non-profit food service training center for at-risk youth.

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