Embedded Files
Hillsborough Bailliage selected Jardiniere in San Francisco, located near the Civic Center, for their Induction on February 1st, 2014. This was the 45th Induction for Bailliage de Hillsborough.
Jardiniere is located in a beautiful landmark building across from the Opera House and is known for its award winning French-California cuisine. It was founded in 1997 by Chef Traci Des Jardins. There is an emphasis on organic foods and the wines are from all around the world.
As members arrived they mingled around the gorgeous bar for a Reception. Several tasty hors d'oeuvres were passed. A favorite was cured kampachi on rice cracker with avocado. Terre Secretes, Brut Blanc De Noirs, Crement De Bourgogne Burgundy France NV and Shaya, Verdejo "Habis" Rieda Spain 2010 were poured.
After members and guests were seated in a private room, the Induction took place. Bali Lois Gogol introduced Michael Martello, Bailli Provincial Pacific Northwest, as the Induction Officer. Two people were inducted - one as Ecuyer. Also several people were officially transferred from the San Francisco Bailliage to the Hillsborough Bailliage.
A special tribute was given to outgoing VC Argentier John Roberts who served in this position for 30 years. Dame Barbara Bessey was elevated as our new VC Argentier.
A special dinner was prepared by Executive Chef Morgan Mueller. The first course was a delicious serving of Diver Scallops with radish, leek and winter turf, paired with Dehlinger Chardonnay, Russian River Valley 2011. Next was the "pasta" course - Gargenelli with Charred Octopus and Caselvetrano Olive and Herbs. Coupon, Pinot Noir "Les Voisins" Anderson Valley 2010 was poured.
One could choose a main course - short ribs with carrot, turnip and consommé or Wagyu flat iron steak with fingerling potatoes and sauce bordelaise. People enjoyed either. Both were so tender and cooked to perfection. Big Basin, Syrah "Old Corral" Santa Cruz Mountains 2009 was an excellent compliment to this course.
Again, we could choose our dessert - Apple Crostada with Huckleberry, Thyme and Walnut - or Ginger Pear Sorbet with Star Anise Crumble and Caramelized pear. Complements were given to both delicious creations. Plates of confections, chocolates and tartlettes were also passed.
Bailli Lois Gogol thanked Chef Morgan Mueller for the wonderful dinner and presented him with a La Chaine plaque. Lois thanked the wait staff as well as Nicole Yasinsac, Manager of Private Events for her able assistance.
A special thanks was give to VC Gastronomique John Lund and Joan Lund for arranging the evening.
As we were leaving, the ballet was letting out at the Opera House across the street. People were coming into the restaurant for a repast - as our evening was ending.
45th Induction - Bailliage de Hillsborough
45th Induction - Bailliage de Hillsborough
Saturday, 1 February 2014 - Jardinière Restaurant
Inductees/Elevations
Dame de la Chaine: Marilyn Wolper
Ecuyer: Kevin O'Connor
Vice Chancelier Argentier: Barbara L. Bessey
Inducting Officer
Michael Martello - Bailli Provincial Pacific Northwest
Menu
Menu
Passed Hors D'oeuvres:
Cured Kampachi on Rice Cracker with Avocado
Mushroom croquette with Truffled Aioli
Vegetable Tart with House Made Salami
Terres Secrétés, Brut Blanc De Noirs, Crément De Bourgogne Burgundy France NV
Shaya, Verdejo "Hobis" Rueda Spain 2010
First Course
Diver Scallops with Radish, Leek & Winter Truffle
Dehlinger Chardonnay, Russian River Valley 2011
Pasta Course
Gargenelli Charred Octopus with Castelvetrano Olive & Herbs
Copain, Pinot Noir "Les Voisins" Anderson Valley 2010
Main Course
Short Ribs with Carrot, Turnip & Consommé
Or
Wagyu Flat lron Steak with Fingerling Potatoes & Sauce Bordelaise
Big Basin, Syrah "Old Corral" Santa Cruz Mountains 2009
Dessert
Apple Crostada with Huckleberry, Thyme & Walnut
Or
Ginger Pear Sorbet with Star Anise Crumble & Caramelized Pear
Bonne Bouche
Chocolatés, Confections & Tartelettes
Hillsborough thanks the Jardinière team for a memorable evening:
Tracy Des Jardins, Chef/Owner
Executive Chef, Morgan Mueller
Pastry Chef, Ellie Mueller
Wine Director, Jai Wilson
General Manager, Steven Cox
Nicole Yasinsac, Mgr. of Private Events.
ATTENDEES
ATTENDEES
Chevalier Richard Barnes
V. Chancelier Argentier Barbara L. Bessey
Ellis and Julie Brenner
Elliot and Sharon Brenner
Officier Cecilia Damia
Bailli Hon. Harry Dokouzian, Carol Dokouzian
Chevalier Michael Kalkstein, Susan English
Scott Hendrix and Susan Gilmartin
Officier John Goble, Joan Goble
Bailli Lois Ferrero Gogol, Officier Stan Gogol
V. Echanson Orley Hatfield, V. Charg6e de Presse Clarine Hatfield
V. Conseiller Gastronomique (Sonoma) EJ Heinzer, Chevalier Walter Heinzer
Dame Kay Jensen
Chevalier Lars Lenck, Mary Lenck
Chevalier Tom Lile, Karen Lile
V. Conseiller Gastronomique John Lund, Dame June Lund
Chevalier Tom Loughran, Dame Kate Loughran
V. Chargée de Presse Hon. (SF) Molly Loughran
Bailli Provincial Michael Martello, Gayle Walsh
Dame Giselle McKellar
Ecuyer Kevin O'Connor
Chevalier Peter Pawlick, Dame Jennifer Pawlick
Dame Donna Pribble
Régional Gastronomique Walter Renner, Barbara Renner
V. Chancelier Argentier Hon. John Roberts, Jan Roberts
Bailli Hon. (SF) Jason Sanders, Caroline Sanders
Officier Claudia Smay
Chevalier Dennis Swanson, Sally Swanson
Chevalier Dan Torunian, Lynne Torunian
Dame Judith Van
Dame Marilyn Wolper
Page updated
Google Sites
Report abuse