La Nuit D’élégance at Lumen8 begins with an artful amuse bouche of house-cured Scottish salmon nestled atop delicate puff pastry, finished with crème fraîche, caviar, and a whisper of dill—an opening bite crafted to awaken the palate. The première course follows with a vibrant lobster salad, combining root vegetables, avocado, frisée, and parsley, all brightened by a Meyer lemon vinaigrette. This course is elevated by the refreshing precision of a Dönnhoff Niederhäuser Klamm Kabinett Riesling 2022. For the entrée, guests may select between two refined preparations. The prime filet is accompanied by confit potatoes, salsify, and shaved Brussels sprouts, all enriched with a deep Barolo glaze and paired with a Siduri Pinot Noir 2023. Alternatively, the Northwest truffle-spiked sturgeon offers a luxurious pairing of patty-pan squash and crisp crudité vegetables, finished with White Star caviar butter and complemented by a Bravium Chardonnay 2024. The evening concludes with a petite Viennese platter, a Lumen 8 signature creation featuring opera cake, macaroons, and peppermint cheesecake. This sweet finale is served alongside a classic Port, bringing the experience to a warm and indulgent close.

La Nuit D'élégance

Fresh avocado with lime, cilantro, and onion.

Guacamole

Garlic mayo is a creamy sauce blending mayonnaise with minced garlic, often used to enhance various dishes.

Garlic Mayo

Cerignola olives marinated in garlic rosemary olive oil

Olives

Indulge in our creamy avocado, perfectly ripe and bursting with flavor. Each bite offers a rich, buttery texture that pairs beautifully with a hint of lime and a sprinkle of sea salt. Enjoy it sliced on toast, blended into a smooth guacamole, or as a fresh topping on your favorite salads. This versatile superfood is not just delicious; it's a vibrant addition to any meal, packed with nutrients and heart-healthy fats.

Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.

Prepare the Avocados

Using a fork or a potato masher, mash the avocado to your desired consistency (smooth or chunky).

Mash the Avocado

Add lime juice, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes to the mashed avocado. Mix well to combine.

Add Lime Juice and Seasoning

Chop the fresh cilantro and fold it into the avocado mixture.

Finish with Cilantro

Transfer the avocado mixture to a serving bowl and enjoy with tortilla chips, on toast, or as a side dish.

Serve

Ripe Avocado

Lime Juice

Salt

Black Pepper

Fresh Cilantro

Garlic Powder

Red Pepper Flakes

AVOCADO

Casamigos Reposado Tequila shaken with pumpkin purée and lime; finished with a pumpkin-spice sugar rim.

PUMPKIN SPICE MARGARITA

Savor the vibrant flavors of our Hibachi Shrimp, expertly grilled to perfection and tossed in a savory teriyaki glaze. Each succulent shrimp is paired with grilled vegetables and served over a bed of fluffy rice, creating a delightful harmony of taste and texture. Experience the sizzle of the grill and the rich, smoky aroma with every bite.

HIBACHI SHRIMP

Casamigos Blanco Tequila, lime agave sour and prickly pear purée with a float of Grand Marnier.

Prickly Pear Margarita

8.5 ounces of center cut tenderloin and mushrooms lightly seasoned.

HIBACHI CHATEAUBRIAND*

Strawberry, Mango, Raspberry. Complimentary Refills

BENIHANA LEMONADE

Colossal shrimp lightly seasoned and grilled with lemon.

COLOSSAL SHRIMP

Make AVOCADO Recipe in just 15m. Indulge in our creamy avocado, perfectly ripe and bursting with flavor. Each bite offers a rich, buttery texture that pairs beautifully with a hint of lime and a sprinkle of sea salt. Enjoy it sliced on toast, blended into a smooth guacamole, or as a fresh topping on your favorite salads. This versatile superfood is not just delicious; it's a vibrant addition to any meal, packed with nutrients and heart-healthy fats.

Avocado Recipe

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

Prepare the Avocados

Mash the Avocado

Add Lime Juice and Seasoning

Finish with Cilantro

Serve

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