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Here is an outdoor barbecue brunch inspired by southeast Asian flavors.
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Generally well received, the menu has sufficient different foods to provide differing individual tastes.
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In a couple of cases, as result of experience, I have adjusted the recipes.
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Notes on individual recipes:Iced Green Tea with Lemongrass Infusion: Somewhat sweet and with a distinctive flavor.
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Most liked it, but a few did not.
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Almond-ginger-pear Scones: Tender and sweet.
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The ginger flavors come through.
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Brie and Herb Cheese in Pastry: A perennial favorite with the dinner club.
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I tried to drop from the menu this year but was overruled.
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good, artery clogging stuff.
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Peanut-Butter Fruit Dip with Fresh Fruit: The peanut butter flavors were perhaps too dominant.
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Not the best.
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Grilled Chicken Satay with Thai Peanut Sauce: The sauce with this satay was a real winner,
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Pineapple Sticks with Sugar-Lime Sauce: Interesting, but probably should have been served as a dessert.
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Grilled Beef Fillets with Star Anise: Outstanding!
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Meltingly tender beef, served with a little anise flavored sauce.
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Could be done with a less expensive cut of beef.
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Spicy Malaysian Pineapple Relish: Very good.
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Probably would have been a better match with simply grilled chicken or possibly pork.
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Cucumber Salad with Red Onion: Outstanding!
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Very flavorful and low heat.
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Lemon Strawberry Triffle: A good, lower calorie alternative to regular strawberry shortcake.
