2941 Restaurant • 2941 Fairview Park Drive, Falls Church, VA 22042 • 703.270.1605 • http://www.2941.com

You Can Eat Healthy at 2941

It’s true. Last month our Executive Chef Jonathan Krinn and Sous Chef Jon Mathieson were featured in Runners World magazine after losing a combined 100 pounds in 2006.  If you are concerned about your waistline or are trying to honor your New Year resolution, there’s no reason not to eat at 2941.  Most of our menu items can be “simply prepared"...all you have to do is ask.

"After" Shot of Chef Krinn

"Before" Shot of the Chefs

"After" Shot of Chef Mathieson

The Chef’s are both experts on cooking healthy dishes.  So if would like to experience fine dining but don’t want to blow your diet – don’t worry. We’ll be glad to prepare healthy dishes at your request.

Chef Krinn’s Recipe of the Month

Roasted Bananas with Pecans and Rum Caramel
Serves four - dessert

Pre heat oven to 350°

Ingredients:

• 2 bananas, peeled, halved and split lengthwise
• Banana rum caramel sauce (sauce recipe below)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons toasted unsalted pecans, chopped roughly

Directions:

1. Place the banana quarters in a small baking dish, cut sides up
2. Sprinkle the bananas with the sugar
3. Dot the bananas with pieces of butter
4. Roast in the oven until the bananas are a little bit soft, but not fully cooked (about five minutes)
5. Spoon some of the banana rum caramel over the bananas and continue to roast for three more minutes
6. Sprinkle with toasted pecans and serve with ice cream
7. Spoon the sauce over the bananas (sauce recipe below)

Banana Rum Caramel Sauce

Ingredients:

1. 12 ounces granulated sugar
2. 2 tablespoons of water
3. ¼ cup rum
4. ½ cup water
5. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Caramelize the sugar:  mix the sugar and 2 tablespoons of water in a small pot so the consistency of the sugar is of wet sand (may take a little more water).  Cook the sugar and water until the sugar evenly browns (not too dark)
2. Mix in the rum and 1/2 cup water off of the heat
3. Add the vanilla extract and put the sauce back on the heat just until the caramelized sugar melts
4. Place on the side until ready to use

Notes: 
This sauce can be made ahead.
Store leftover sauce in the fridge.  
May be used like caramel sauce.

2941 Restaurant Wine Splurge and Steal:

Our Sommelier Kathy Morgan serves up this special column for our wine connoisseurs: "Wine Splurges and Steals.” Each month Kathy matches a splurge and a steal selection from our extensive wine list that perfectly pairs with one of Chef Krinn’s tempting seasonal menu items.

This month’s featured 2941 menu item is:
Trio of Pennsylvania Veal
Roasted tenderloin with glazed porcini mushrooms, veal cheek ravioli, crisped sweetbreads and pickled endive.

Kathy Says:
Most elements on this plate are very easy to pair with wine.  The veal itself is fairly neutral, mushrooms are extremely wine-friendly, and sweetbreads harmonize with most earthy wines.  Pickled endive, however, is not so simple.  The vinegar’s acidic bite makes wine taste unpleasant, unless (as counter-intuitive as it seems…) the wine has equal or greater sharpness.  The Ricotta and Mascarpone cheeses in the veal cheek ravioli also call for caution.  Many grapes, such as Pinot Noir, Cabernet and Merlot have problems with rich and creamy cheeses such as these.

The Veal Trio needs to be paired with Sangiovese.  This noble Italian varietal is naturally high in acidity, has a rustic edge that pairs well with a variety of cheeses, and tastes delicious with mushrooms and veal. 

Sangiovese is best known as the primary grape in Chianti Classico, and has benefited from a huge quality revolution in the past two decades.  Long gone are the days when Sangiovese was thin, tart and unappealing; today’s Tuscan producers are making far better choices in the vineyards and the cellar.  These are not you father’s Sangioveses

	Kathy’s Steal: Rosso di Toscana IGT – Villa la Selva, Felciaia, Tuscany, Italy 2001      $15 per glass / $60 per bottle This well known Chianti estate uses the region’s basic “IGT” designation to showcase its 100% Sangiovese bottling.  It is a lovely, food-friendly wine, with bright cherry and red plum fruit, and an understated spiciness.
	Kathy’s Splurge: Brunello di Montalcino Riserva  -  Poggio Antico, Tuscany, Italy 1999 $250 per bottle Brunello di Montalcino typically has more power and intensity than Sangiovese grown in the Chianti area, and this one is no exception. It is more generous that the Felciaia, with more defined aromatics, and beautifully smoky plum and liquorice flavors. Have a question or suggestion about wine, please e-mail: Kathy.Morgan@2941.com

2941 Special Events

Cooking Classes at 2941 Restaurant

2941 Cooking Class Schedule:
All of our cooking classes include cooking demonstrations, written recipes, dinner with fine wine and a 2941 French baguette to take home. A highly entertaining evening for couples, friends or co-workers. From cooking novices to connoisseurs, everyone will enjoy the unique experience.

Sunday, March 4th - Something Saucy:
Learn how to make different varieties of stocks, complex sauces and traditional French sauces

Sunday, March 11th - March Madness:
Join Chef Krinn in learning how to create menu items to host a memorable March Madness game day party

Classes are held on Sundays from 3:30pm to 5:00pm. Each class is $100 per person all-inclusive. Seating is limited. For reservations, please call: 703 270 1605

Celebrate Easter Sunday
at 2941 Restaurant

You are Invited to Easter Brunch at 2941

2941 to Offer an Elegant Event on Easter Sunday Featuring Something for Everyone.

This year Easter Sunday at 2941 Restaurant will be a chic, family friendly occasion including a traditional Easter Buffet, egg hunts, and appearances by the Easter Bunny. 

The buffet menu, available from noon to 9pm on April 8th, 2007, will include many traditional Easter dishes artistically prepared in the style that only Chef Krinn and the 2941 kitchen can create.  Buffet menu items include unique dishes such as Carrot Ginger Velouté, Poached Asparagus with lemon tarragon sauce, Caramelized Vidalia Onion and Potato Gratin with sage, Spiced Glazed Smithfield Ham, Slowly Roasted Lamb Leg with garlic and mint and Chilean Sea Bass.  The buffet will also feature a “Surf and Turf” Grill that includes New York Strip Steak and Maine Lobster Tail along with numerous other choices.  In addition to our flavorful adult fair, guests under 12 will find at least one of their favorite foods featured on our special children’s buffet offering.  Follow the fabulous main course entrées with a huge assortment of cakes, pastries and petits fours.

Our younger guests will find a lot of fun and special surprises awaiting them on this occasion.  The Easter Bunny will be on hand to greet the kids, pose for pictures and offer goodies from his basket.  We also plan to take advantage of our gorgeous lakefront patio area (and hopefully agreeable springtime weather,) by holding two scheduled outdoor Easter egg hunts in the afternoon.  The egg hunts will be available free of charge to all dining room guests under twelve with adult supervision. Scheduled egg hunting times are 1pm and 4pm - weather permitting.  These entertaining activities should make for unforgettable memories and beautiful pictures.

Please note that all children’s activities will be held away from the main dining area.  The service team will discreetly inform our younger guests with chaperones on where to find the Easter Bunny and guide them along to the area where the egg hunt will be held. Pictures with the Easter Bunny are encouraged. Parents are asked to bring their cameras and take lots of pictures. Parents and Grandparents who send in Easter pictures of the kids will be featured on the 2941 Web Site the following week.

This Spectacular Easter Buffet Event is priced at $75 per person for dinner or $20 for kids under 12. Beverages, tax, tip and gratuity are not included. The Easter Buffet Menu will be available from Noon - 9:00 pm on Easter Sunday, April 8th, 2007 and seating is limited.

For reservations call: 703 270 1605

Unforgettable occasions

2941 is the perfect gathering place for your private party, bridal shower, baby shower, rehearsal dinner or wedding. From a private dining room to our lovely lake front terrace, imaginative 2941 menus cater to special tastes or dietary needs. Your celebration can be customized in every particular with creative, meticulous professionals to attend to every detail of your event.

Need a great gift?

A 2941 gift certificate is a wonderful present for any occasion. Our gift certificates are currently available in any cash denomination you select. We also offer “2941 Gift Packages” for our lunch and dinner tasting menus as well as our wine and cooking classes.  Simply call (703) 270 1605 and order your 2941 gift certificate today.

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