Champagne Cocktails

Nothing says party like some bubbly! Champagne Cocktails are the perfect way to celebrate in style and add some 'pop' to your next party. Plus, many champagne cocktails may be easily modified with lemon-lime or even plain soda water to include your non-drinking and/or underage guests.

We've compiled a list of a few of our favorite Champagne Cocktails for you to make, drink, and enjoy ALL SUMMER LONG! (Many of these would even make a great signature cocktail for a wedding).

Champagne Punch

(From Martha Stewart Weddings)

Ingredients

1 thinly sliced peach

1 cup raspberries

1 cup blueberries

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

1/3 cup Simple Syrup

1 bottle champagne or other sparkling white wine

Directions

In a pitcher, combine ice, peach, raspberries, blueberries, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Slowly pour in champagne or other sparkling white wine.

The Fizz 

(From our friends at Woolley's Steakhouse)

Ingredients

1/2 ounce Malibu Caribbean Rum 

1/2 ounce Midori Melon Liqueur

3/4 ounce Pineapple Juice

Champagne, for topping off (about 

Directions

Combine equal parts Malibu and Midori to two parts Pineapple Juice in a shaker. Shake and strain into a martini glass. Top with champagne.

Pear Lemon Fizz

(From Martha Stewart Weddings)

Ingredients

1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) pear vodka

3/4 ounce (4 1/2 teaspoons) Lemon Verbena Simple Syrup

1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) fresh lemon juice

Champagne, for topping off (about 1/2 cup)

1 fresh lemon verbena leaf, for garnish

Directions

Combine vodka, syrup, and lemon juice in a shaker. Shake, and then strain into a glass. Top off with Champagne. Garnish with lemon verbena.

Frizzante Mojito

(From Martha Stewart Weddings)

Ingredients

6 fresh mint leaves

3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice

1 ounce Simple Syrup

1 1/2 ounces rum, preferably Cruzan

2 dashes Angostura bitters

2 ounces Champagne or Prosecco, chilled

Directions

In a pint or mixing glass, muddle together mint, lime juice, and simple syrup to release mint oils. Add rum and bitters; shake over ice. Strain into a cocktail glass or coupe; top with Champagne.

We're pretty sure that gives you a good start! Then, there are always Bellinis, sparklers, sangria, and even mimosas! Happy celebrating!

Memorial Day - Holiday Hours

Happy Memorial Day weekend, folks! 

This weekend, we want to express our sincere appreciation for those who served in America's armed forces. 

In honor of Memorial Day, Chez Daniel will have special holiday hours this weekend. 

Sunday, May 27

No Brunch

Monday, May 28 -- Memorial Day

Chez Daniel will be closed. 

We wish you all a happy Memorial Day!

Enjoy your time with your family and friends.

Summer Salads

Last week we were so excited to share with you our favorite summer sandwiches. As promised, this week, we are going over our picks for summer salads. Nothing hits the spot better, especially after that HOT weekend!

In no particular order, here are our favorite summer salads:

GOAT CHEESE & BEET SALAD

Roasted beets, mixed greens tossed with red-wine vinaigrette topped with goat cheese croutons and toasted walnuts.

CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD 

Mixed greens, dried cranberries, red onion, strawberries and Gorgonzola, tossed in cranberry-port vinaigrette, topped with toasted walnuts.

GRILLED SALMON SALAD

Mixed Greens, romaine, roasted artichokes, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, corn, onions & red radicchio tossed with a chipolte-oregano vinaigrette.

COCONUT SHRIMP SALAD

Spinach, red onion, strawberries, mango, pears and pineapple tossed with balsamic-blackberry vinaigrette, topped with coconut shrimp and candied pecans.

Grab a fork and dig on in to one of our fabulous summer salads this week!

A Summer Sammy

While it's still technically Spring, we've greeted the arrival of shorts-ready weather with the usual Midwestern glee. The perfect lunch companion to this sunshine is none other than the perfect sandwich. We love sandwiches and all the deliciousness they allot you. The marriage of flavors, the abundance of fresh ingredients. Lunch just couldn't get any better than a great sandwich.

Here at Chez Daniel, we offer so many great lunch sandwiches that we bet you'll have a hard time choosing just one. Bring a friend and split or make it a personal challenge to try them all! These aren't just your typical peanut butter slathered between two pieces of bread sandwich fare. Served with your choice of fries, homemade chips, or coleslaw, we're sure you won't be disappointed.

Summer Sandwich Recommendations

Lobster Club

Lobster, Tomato, Lettuce, and Cajun Remolaude on Wheat Toast

Chez Daniel Sandwich

Parmesan-crusted Sourdough, Grilled Chicken, Fresh Mozzarella, Prosciutto, Tomato, and Mixed Greens all drizzled with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Cranberry Turkey Sandwich

Sliced Turkey, Gouda Cheese, and Arugula served with Cranberry Cream Cheese on Cranberry Wild Rice Bread

Avocado Chicken Melt

Grilled Chicken, Avocado, Pepper Jack Cheese, and Roasted Red Pepper Aioli on Sourdough Bread

Your mouth watering yet? We thought that might happen. Stop on in for the sammy of your choice and stay tuned for next week when we go over our recommendations for summer salads! 

See you soon! 

Farmers Market Fare

'Tis the season! The season for the Farmers Market to return, that is! We're so fortunate to live in an area that supports independent growers.

 

The Centennial Lakes Park Farmers Market is getting ready for its third year of offering the community a forum to purchase fresh produce and other items directly from producers. Thursday afternoons from June 14 to September 27, the Farmers Market is held along the walkways outside of Hughes Pavilion from 3 to 7pm.

Beginning in June, you'll be able to peruse the selections of over 30 vendors, finding fresh seasonal produce, honey, jam, salsa, meats, eggs, cheeses, jerky, bread, and more! 

So mark your calendars and get ready. We can't wait to see what culinary masterpieces you'll whip up with your fresh finds!