The Story
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This fall, you’re invited to Violet’s Attic, where playtime lasts forever. She’ll feed you treats and play games, but don’t cross her or it’s “IN THE BOX!” for you. The Culinarium has been transformed into a world scaled to be seen from the button eyes of Violet’s favorite dolls (you!) complete with a giant Jack in the Box and food fit for a doll party.
The Menu
with Kalamata + Feta, Kuri, Squash + Ras el Hanout, Beet + Goat Cheese, and Avocado, Lime + Cilantro served with Giant Crackers and Bonbons made of Chicken Liver Mousse
Buttons and BonBons
A paper strip of colorful spreads shaped like candy buttons
with Kalamata + Feta, Kuri, Squash + Ras el Hanout, Beet + Goat Cheese, and Avocado, Lime + Cilantro served with Giant Crackers and Bonbons made of Chicken Liver Mousse
(v) Mushroom Pâté centers of Cherry Balsamic Jelly
served with Tomagoyaki and Wasabi Honeycomb served chilled
Smarties
Sea Scallops lightly poached in Beet Butter
served with Tomagoyaki and Wasabi Honeycomb served chilled
(v) King Oyster Mushroom braised in Beet Butter served with Tomagoyaki and Wasabi Honeycomb
stuffed with Hazelnuts, Sage, Apples, Dried Cranberries and Manchego Cheese
Salt Water Taffy
Carleton Farms Pork Loin
stuffed with Hazelnuts, Sage, Apples, Dried Cranberries and Manchego Cheese
(v) Roasted Eggplant stuffed with Hazelnuts, Sage, Apples, Dried Cranberries, and Manchego Cheese
Tea Sandwiches
Genoise filled with Kiwki, Strawberry and Peach Pate de Fruit, and Earl Grey Custard
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Vegetarian and Gluten Free alternatives are available. If you have other dietary restrictions, please email chefnordo@cafenordo.com in advance of attendance and we may be able to accommodate you. Additional dietary restrictions are subject to a surcharge.
The Wines
STEWARD'S FLIGHT
detailed mousse.
De Favre Prosecco
A classic, small production Prosecco with superb flavor and finely
detailed mousse.
[Treviso, ITALY]
made for food.
2018 Airfield Sauvignon Blanc
A particularly vibrant and racy Sauvignon Blanc
made for food.
[Yakima Valley, WA]
oldest producing wine families.
2015 Airfield Merlot
A serious, complex Merlot from one of Washington’s
oldest producing wine families.
[Yakima Valley, WA]
preferred by retired Gladiators.
Santa Marina Late Harvest Viognier
Spain’s only late harvest Viognier; made in the ancient style
preferred by retired Gladiators.
[Extremadura, SPAIN]
SOMMELIER'S FLIGHT
remarkably dry, crisp profile.
Azumut "Brut Zero" Cava Rosé
One of the few organic Cavas; no dosage added for a
remarkably dry, crisp profile.
[Penedès, SPAIN]
makes for unique tropical sea salt flavors.
2018 La Fay D'Homme Muscadet Sèvreet Maine
One of France’s best white wines; proximity to the Atlantic coast
makes for unique tropical sea salt flavors.
[Sèvre et Maine, FRANCE]
beautifully expressive.
2014 Boedecker Cellars Athena Pinot Noir
Athena’s superbly crafted Pinot Noir is nearly weightless, yet
beautifully expressive.
[Willamette Valley, OR]
1800s. Relaxing, spicy and herbal.
Cocchi Dopo Teatro Vermouth di Torino
A famous Vermouth producer using their original recipe from the
1800s. Relaxing, spicy and herbal.
[Vermouth di Torino, ITALY]
The Cocktails
SIGNATURE
A Glass of Joy
Fino Sherry, Vermouth Blanc, Cava, Coconut Soda, Lemon
Affliction
Cucumber Vodka, Dr y Vermouth, Shiso, Papaya, Ginger, Sesame
Rule Violation #3
Rye, Gin, Cardamaro, Nocino*, Cherry Liqueur, Pumpkin Maple Syrup
Bergamot, Butterscotch
The Way to Go Home
Bourbon, Vermouth di Torino, Limoncello, Blackberry Liqueur,
Bergamot, Butterscotch
SPECIALTY
Violet's Grand Highball
Tequila, Crème de Violette, Luxardo, Vanilla, Lime, Peychaud’s, Soda
What's in the Box
Barrel-Aged Gin, Campari, Coffee Liqueur, Chocolate Bitters
Who Let the Stars Out
Vanilla Vodka, Guava, Pineapple, Grenadine, Cream
The Credits
Written by
Terry Podgorski
Directed by
Erin Brindley
CAST:
Mommy Clown
Jesica Avellone
Daddy Clown
Jesse Parce
Twin Dolly with Long Hair
Opal Peachey
Twin Dolly with Shorn Hair
Maddie Brantz
Dancer
Justine Davis
Everyone's Best Stuffed Friend
Chris Quilici
Counselor Osmund
Christi Cruz
Jack-In-The-Box
Evan Mosher
PRODUCTION TEAM:
Scenic Design
Terry Podgorski + Kate Jessup
Composition + Music Direction
Annastasia Workman
Executive Chef + Food Design
Erin Brindley
Assistant Director + Choreography
Alyza DelPan-Monley
Lighting Design + Production Manager
Angelo Domitri
Sound Design
Evan Mosher
Properties
Robin Macartney + Indira Schlag
Costume Design
Katrina Hess + Fantasia Oz
Stage Manager
Evan Price