Congratulations to Nine One Five

Chef Chris Otten and Owner Stuart Kemp, of nine one five, have been invited to prepare a special meal at the James Beard House in New York City next Thursday. This is a special honor reserved for only the most talented chefs and restaurateurs.  The menu will consist of:

• Grilled Key West Pink Shrimp with Green Papaya Salad and Thai Chiles
• Oysters on the Half Shell with Habanero Sorbet
• Yellowfin Tuna Sashimi–Wrapped Dungeness Crab with Lemon–Miso Dressing
• Spicy Chipotle–Conch Chowder with Flash-Fried Shallots
• Key Lime–Marinated Jumbo Scallops with Jalapeños and Cilantro
• Fantinel Prosecco NV
• Crispy Yellowtail Snapper with Baby Beets and Tarragon Aïoli
  Sauvignon Republic Stellenbosch Sauvignon Blanc 2005
• White Wine–Steamed Clams and Chorizo with Grilled Bread
  Mastroberardino Nova Serra Greco di Tufo 2005
• Seared Grouper with Parsnip Purée, Sautéed Spinach, and Pomegranate Molasses
  Ca’Bianca Barbera d’Asti 2003
• Butter-Poached Florida Lobster and Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Baby Carrots, Asparagus, and Red Wine Reduction
  Tenimenti Luigi D’Alessandro Il Bosco Cortona Syrah 2003
• Roasted Mango Tartlet with Whipped Cream and Basil Syrup
  Domaine Beaumalric Beaumes-de-Venise Muscat 2004

Nine One Five is one of the reasons Key West is a great food town. It sounds like the folks in New York will get a chance taste for themselves.