Today’s show is all about Warm Weather and Cool recipes for an end of summer romantic feast with Chef Jacques Haeringer of L’Auberge Chez Francois. Jacques restaurant, is situated on six scenic acres in the lush green hills of Northern Virgina. The restaurant features intimate dining rooms and an exquisite outdoor garden. Creating a romantic atmosphere among the towering trees and rolling hills of Virginia, L’Auberge Chez Francois brings the Alsatian countryside to America.
Chef Jacques is the author of several cookbooks and has a bunch of great instructional videos on youtube, check them out at www.chefjacques.com
The Good Life Guy Wine of The Week:
2008 Domaine Paul Blanck Gewurztraminer from Alsace
Characteristic lychee fruit aromas on the nose, with hints of dried pear and apricots. Big, well-balanced, and slightly spicy on the Palate, ending with a long, lingering finish.