Geronimo or Bread Machine Basics

Geronimo: Fine Dining in Santa Fe

Author: Cliff Skoglund

In 1990, CLIFF SKOGLUND achieved his lifelong dream of owning and operating a restaurant in a historic building with the opening of Geronimo.
ERIC DiSTEFANO worked in the kitchens of Hotel Hershey, Breaker's Hotel, and Hacienda del Cerezo before joining Geronimo as head chef. Skoglund and DiStefano both reside in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Publishers Weekly

The Geronimo of the title isn't the famous Apache medicine man, but rather Geronimo Lopez, who built an adobe house for his family of 13 in 1756 (or perhaps it's Ger nimo Gonzalez, who bought the place in 1769). Either way, the restored building stands today as one of Santa Fe's most popular restaurants. Owner Skoglund and head chef DiStefano go for broke, throwing simplicity to the wind in this highbrow collection of 125 of Geronimo's most savory delicacies. An early disclaimer can be read as either a call to arms for challenge-seeking gourmets, or a retreat signal for those without a foie gras budget: "We know that some of the techniques we describe may, at first glance, seem a bit daunting... we have occasionally referred to hard-to-find items...." This is no understatement, as exemplified by such entr es as "Quick" Braised Rabbit Saddle with Matzo Scallion Dumplings, and Mesquite-Grilled Peppery Elk Tenderloin with Garlic Confit Potatoes and Exotic Mushroom Sauce. Before attempting either, one might indulge in a Martini Shot, consisting of Vodka Sorbet with pureed cucumber topped off with creme fraiche and "a generous dollop of caviar." The salads chapter offers lighter, though similarly complex, alternatives. As counterbalance, the authors interject interesting, even soothing, passages on the life of the restaurant and the restaurateur way of life. (Aug.) Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.

Interesting book: Island Lighthouse Inn or Olive Oil

Bread Machine Basics

Author: Jennie Shapter

This guide will help you to discover the different features of your bread machine and find out about essential dough ingredients and flavorings.