See you in February!

With everyone heading off to enjoy the sun for the summer, we're going to take a break and get started back up in February 2013.  We have several guest chefs already lined up and the menus are amazing.  Check back for the upcoming dates for the February and March dinners.  As always, if you would like to get involved, e-mail me at chchudc@gmail.com!

Happy Holidays!

Arriba, Abajo, Afuera, Adentro!!

Our next dinner event will transport you to a warm, sunny evening in Spain.  We have a guest chef who will wow you with the tastes of delicious Spanish cuisine.

Menu:
Tapas:
Manchego cheese and serrano ham.
Spinach and pine nut croquettes
Porra Antequerana

Main:
Paella (chorizo,chicken,prawn,mussels)

Sweet:
Cinnamon custard over pineapple with rum

Post event update:

Although the evening turned a bit chilly out in the garden, the setting was beautiful and the food was superb. 
Here is a picture of Chef Mark working his Paella magic!
The wind forced the chef into the garage, but I managed to capture him in action.




Bring out your Pav!

Canterbury Anniversary Day is Friday 16 Nov so let's get together and celebrate all things Kiwi.  Join us for an evening of Kiwi-fusion fare and fun.  We will have three different chefs for the evening which will make for some interesting combinations!

Friday 16th November, 7:00pm

Menu:
First course:  Stuffed Mussels and Shrimp Cocktail

Main course:  Roast Lamb with Rosemary, Gin and Garlic Creme Sauce served with Potato Gratin, Prosciutto Asparagus and Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese.

Dessert:  Duo of Kiwi classics: Trifle and Mini Pavlova


Post event update:
What an amazing dinner!




Want to jump in the deep end?

Interest in the ChCh Underground Dinner Club is growing each day and there are some exciting dinners planned for the upcoming summer season! If you are interested in hosting a dinner (at your place or you can do it at ChChUDC Headquarters) let us know.  E-mail us at chchudc@gmail.com.

Willkommen!

"Yum, let's do German!" she said while looking through some old travel photos.  I found a German friend to help, we have a great menu planned with traditional German fare and a few of our modern twists thrown in for good measure. Join the ChCh Underground Dinner Club for a fun evening of authentic German cuisine.

When:  Saturday October 27th, 2012.  7:00pm

First course:  Trio of Sausages with Pretzel Spirals served with Mustards
Main course:  Traditional Rouladen served with Braised Red Cabbage and Potato Croquettes
Dessert:  Rote Grütze with Vanilla Sauce and Cream


This event is fully booked.

Post event pictures added below!  What a great event!  Thanks to Iris for being our guest chef for the evening and leading songs for our schnapps.



Pretzels with a trio of sausages and mustard.  The cranberry mustard was unreal!

Rouladen with braised cabbage and potato croquettes.

Roete Gruetze with vanilla sauce.


Modern Mexican Fiesta 22 September


ChCh Underground Dinner Club presents a Modern Mexican Fiesta!

Saturday 22nd September.  7:00pm

Please note, this event is now fully booked.

Menu:
First course: Antojitos- a sample plate of Tequila Lime Ceviche, Puerco Pibil Mini Tacos, and Vaquero Quesadillas

Main course: Oaxacan Mole Negro Tamales with Traditional Rice and Black Beans

Dessert: Mexican Chocolate Ice Cream Sandwiches with Salted Caramel Sauce

Margaritas, Mexican beer and non-alcoholic drinks included.

AFTER LAST CALL...

The Mexican Fiesta was a winner.  Amazing food, the table and decorations looked stunning and everyone had a great time. Pictures below!






The Main Course!  Mole Negro tamales with rice and beans.
 

Inaugural Meet and Greet 8/Sep/2012

When:  Saturday 8 September, 2012, 7pm
Where: Headquarters, Heathcote Valley, Christchurch (contact for address)

Join us for small bites and bubbly at the Inaugural Meet and Greet event for the ChCh Underground Dinner Club.  Meet other like-minded foodies and get the details about this crazy idea and see if you want to sign up to host your own underground pop-up restaurant.  This is an open event and anyone is invited to participate. 
RSVP through the events page on Facebook Christchurch Underground Dinner Club

Post event pictures:
Thanks to everyone who came out to the Inaugural Meet and Greet.  All those who attended received a ticket for a future event and enjoyed some fun mini treats.



 Mini candied apples with various toppings, vegetarian spring rolls, mini albondigas sliders,  olive and cheese skewers and mini Caesar salad cups.  Also served on the night: goat cheese, bacon and date filo parcels and mini bacon, brie and apple sandwiches.