So, you’re craving a succulent cut of sea bass. But wait, lobster sounds pretty awesome too. But, oh man — rich, creamy risotto would be lovely. Heck, let’s learn how to get all of that in one bite!

One of the most decadent menu items featured at Park Plaza Gardens Restaurant in Winter Park is its Butter Braised Chilean Sea Bass with Lobster Risotto. The sea bass can be substituted with any other fish of your choice. Check out the step-by-step recipe below, followed by a wine pairing by Vino Vino host Elliott.

Butter Braised Chilean Sea Bass* with Lobster Asparagus Risotto

Ingredients:

6 oz. Sea Bass
3 oz. Maine Lobster Meat
2 oz. Olive Oil (teaspoon)
2 oz. White Wine
2 oz. Unsalted Butter
2 oz. Heavy Cream
2 oz. Arborio Rice
2 stalks of Asparagus (sliced on diagonal)
1 Chopped Shallot
½ teaspoon chopped Garlic
1 oz Parmesan Cheese (grated)
Juice of ½ Lemon
Herb Salad Mix (sprigs of fresh celery leaves, parsley and chives)

Directions:

1. Begin by poaching the lobster: Place 3 oz Lobster in 2 oz White wine, with 1 chopped shallot, 1 teaspoon butter, 2 oz heavy cream, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil until lobster turns white. (Do not overcook lobster). Remove lobster from cooking and sit aside on a plate. Keep the lobster broth mixture to a low boil. Sauté Aborio rice in a separate pan with chopped garlic and 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Add in lobster broth to cover the rice. Slow cook until thickened. Add in 1 oz of parmesan cheese, lobster meat, asparagus. Season to taste.
2. Dress the herb salad mix with ½ teaspoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon lemon juice, and dash of salt and pepper.
3. Heat up a oven ready sauté pan with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, dash of salt and pepper. Place the sea bass into pan. Sear to a light brown color, or approximately one minute on each side. Add 1 oz of butter to the pan, let melt and swish around sea bass. Place pan into over a 400 degree pre-heated oven for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from oven and baste the sea bass with the browned butter from the pan. Place off to the side to rest.

Assembly:

Put the Risotto mix onto the center of a plate. Remove the roasted sea bass from the pan. Paper towel dry in too oily. Then place sea bass on top of the lobster risotto. Top with the herb salad for garnish.

This recipe was designed for “one” plate. Simply multiply ingredients based upon number of guests you are preparing for.

So what shall we sip on? Elliott joined me at the restaurant.

“So, of course we need to drink white wine because we’re having fish,” Elliott said. “This, ladies and gentlemen, is my favorite white wine of all time. It’s Illumination. Very few places, by the way, have it, so you have to come here. It’s a Sauvignon Blanc from California. It is one of the best Sauvignon Blancs and it’s one of the best whites you’re ever going to have. Not a lot of places that carry this, so run to this place to have some.”

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Herb Roasted Seabass….. 38
With a tempura crab cake, Prince Edward Island mussels, bacon, shallots,
sautéed fingerling potatoes, and haricot verts in a saffron shellfish broth

Surf and Turf….. 37
Filet of beef and a half Maine lobster tail topped with tarragon aioli, fingerling potatoes,
butter poached asparagus, and a house made Worcestershire sauce

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The next featured movie to be shown at the park is “Sleepless in Seattle”. This movie will be shown on February 9^th, 2012 at 7pm. “Sleepless in Seattle” is a classic film about a recently-widowed man, Sam, and his son, Jonah, who move to Seattle. Sam pours his heart out on a local radio station and wins the heart of charming woman named Annie, who at the time is engaged to another man.

Before the movie, stop by one of Winter Park’s finest restaurants, Park Plaza Gardens, for a cocktail and dinner. Enjoy our enticing drink specials at our Park Avenue restaurant & bar. Call our host at 407-645-2475 to reserve a table.

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Simply print this page and bring it with you to receive 10% off your next lunch on any Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday in January of 2012.

* Valid 1 per person. Cannot be combined with any other offer or special. Some restrictions may apply.

This exclusive event is an opportunity to discover the diverse shops and restaurants in beautiful downtown Winter Park, featuring our own Park Plaza Gardens, along with many other sponsors and Winter Park favorites.

Reserve your glass today!
Presales will be available for $30 at the Winter Park Welcome Center, 151 W. Lyman Ave. Each reservation includes a commemorative wine glass.

Tickets will not be mailed – confirmations will be emailed for registrations submitted through PayPal. Don’t wait until the last minute to purchase your ticket – only 300 will be sold!

Check-in will be held at the corner of Morse Blvd. & Park Ave. on January 12, beginning at 5:00 p.m. Attendees will receive their commemorative wine glass and lanyard at check-in.

Must be 21 or older to attend. Please sip responsibly. Event is rain or shine, no refunds.

“This is the perfect show for our Valentine’s Day slot! It’s a modern-day telling of Jane Austin’s Pride and Prejudice, with a wonderfully sweet and witty take on contemporary dating.” says Christopher Leavy, Musical Director for the Playhouse.

Stop by Park Plaza Gardens on Park Ave for a cocktail on your way to see this outstanding new musical at the Winter Park Playhouse! Enjoy our amazing drink specials at our European style sidewalk cafe in Winter Park. Call our host at 407-645-2475 to reserve a table.

During the two week renovation, the Alcove was expanded by 43 square feet; smart-room technology was integrated into the space, and the décor was elegantly updated making the Alcove at Park Plaza Garden the perfect space to host a corporate meeting or VIP Themed Dining event for up to ten guests.

VIP Themed Dining in the newly renovated Alcove includes a private, Red Carpet entrance; lavish tablescapes; 5-course dinner service;  themed cocktails; white dinner jacket service; and top tier wine pairings.

Three custom-themed menus are available: Southern Decadence, East Meets West, and 1940’s Supper Club. Each custom-themed menu is meticulously prepared by Master Chef Tan and offers diners a unique and luxurious dining experience.

The Southern Decadence menu is imbued with classic offerings that echo the essence of Southern hospitality and sophistication.

Demonstrating Chef Tan’s mastery of combining unique Asian flavors with American cuisine, the East Meets West menu transports guests on a Zen-style culinary journey.

For those seeking a European-inspired fine dining, the fare offered on the 1940’s Supper Club menu will certainly satisfy even the most discerning palette.

Park Plaza Gardens will host the Winter Park area’s first Red Carpet Monday on November 21, 2011. Red Carpet Monday is a Sophisticated, Invitation-Only business network created for successful business owners, professionals, senior level executives and entrepreneurs around the United States. This event provides successful business professionals and entrepreneurs a place to unwind while socializing, networking and sharing business ideas with other like-minded individuals in an upscale environment.

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BAKED LOBSTER ESCARGOT STYLE

With roasted garlic and fresh herb butter

AMERICAN KOBE
With wild mushroom wellington and a brandy cream

WILD MUSHROOM AND ASPARAGUS
In cognac cream over risotto

Second Course
(Choice of)

MINESTRONE
With white bean & aged parmesan

ROASTED BLUE CRAB SHERRY BISQUE
With chives cream

ARTISIAN LETTUCE SALAD
With grape tomatoes, goat cheese, and rainbow carrots with a rice and wine herb vinaigrette

HEARTS OF ROMAINE SALAD
With baby romaine leaf and key lime roasted garlic vinaigrette

Third Course
(Choice of)

PAN SEARED BLACK COD
With rustic roasted tomatoes, capers and butter sauce

BLEU CHEESE CRUSTED FILET OF BEEF
With black current demi glace

TEA SMOKED DUCK BREAST
Served on sweet potato with a roasted grape demi glace

ROASTED FREE RANGE CHICKEN BREAST
With wild mushroom and marsala demi

VEGETABLE ALFREDO
Roasted ribbon vegetables with pappardelle pasta sautéed in alfredo sauce (Vegetarian option)

THE CHEF’S ENTREES INCLUDE:
Potato Au Gratin, Sautéed Asparagus, and Baby Carrots

Dessert
(Choice Of)

SPICED RUM AND WALNUT CAKE
Topped with vanilla bean cream cheese icing finished with a blackberry sauce

CROISSANT BREAD PUDDING
With dried cherries and chocolate with dark chocolate ice cream

Adult: $49.95 per person
Children: $19.95 per person
(12 and under – Includes Entrée and Dessert)

Meal Includes: Bread, Butter, Soda, Iced Tea or Coffee

Trans Fat Free Oils Used In All Preparations.

State of Florida suggests risks could be associated with consumption of raw or undercooked animal foods. For parties of six or more, a 20% gratuity will be added.

For parties of six or more, a 20%
gratuity will be added.
Executive Chef John Tan

Here’s your chance to rub elbows with Royalty! Join us for an enchanted afternoon at Park Plaza Gardens for our most popular event of the holiday season, Royal Tea on the Avenue!
Fridays starting at 3 pm, dazzle in your holiday attire and come down to the avenue and enjoy an afternoon of unforgettably delicious treats fit for royalty, all hosted by Park Plaza Gardens!

Have some Holiday Cheer and indulge in our new selection of seasonally flavored teas like Candy Cane, Chestnut, Gingerbread and Pumpkin Spice, and more! Prepare your taste buds for our mouthwatering pastries, our delicious scones, delectable finger sandwiches, and featured desserts from Park Avenue favorites.

See you on the Avenue!

Reservations Required

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