Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsJuniper Bar and RestaurantCommunity Table Experience Recipe

Community Table Experience Recipe

Time2h
Serves12

A chef driven outdoor dining experience for large groups to share dinner, drinks and views of Lake Champlain. The menu is pre-fixed and multi-course, served family style, and changes based on access to ingredients.

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Ingredients

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Appetizers

Main Course

Dessert

Method

Appetizers

  1. 1

    Prepare the Bruschetta

    Chop the tomatoes, basil, and garlic. In a bowl, mix them with olive oil and salt to taste. Grill the bread slices until golden brown, then top with the tomato mixture and drizzle with balsamic glaze.

Main Course

  1. 2

    Grill the Chicken

    Marinate the chicken breasts with olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Grill over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.

  2. 3

    Cook the Quinoa

    Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a pot, combine 1 cup of quinoa with 2 cups of water, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

  3. 4

    Grill the Vegetables

    Slice zucchini and bell peppers. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill until tender, about 5-6 minutes.

Dessert

  1. 5

    Prepare the Fruit Salad

    Chop the seasonal fruits and mix in a bowl. Drizzle with honey and serve with Greek yogurt and fresh mint on top.

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