One of the biggest challenges of supper clubs is coming up with fresh menu ideas. Here is a list of the top ten best sources:
- Restaurants
They say that imitation is the biggest form of flattery. There is probably no greater praise than saying you are trying to reproduce a restaurants cuisine.
- Travels
Many of us have been on a trip that has inspired us. When you think of travels to France and Italy how can you not come back with great menu ideas.
- Television
The myriad of food shows on television today there are all kinds of ideas being generated. We all have our favorites and if you miss the episode you catch it on demand.
- The Internet
There are so many sites out there that provide a constant feed of ideas. Then there are the resource sites that are awaiting your click through research.
- Family
One of the most popular menus I have ever written was based on a friend’s memory of his Midwestern culinary roots. Who would have thought of cream corn as a sauce?
- Books
Many of us have our favorite authors and books. Cookbooks are a wonderful resource.
- Magazines
While print readership is down there are still some great periodicals.
- Newspapers
Our local newspaper has weekly articles. I read the New York Times religiously as a kid and got great ideas. Today even my Wall Street Journal has periodic articles that can inspire.
- Friends
One of my favorite questions is what was your favorite meal. That question has led to all kinds of great menus
- Other Supper Clubbers
It is always fun to solicit menu ideas at a supper club dinner party.
Hope this list helps.
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