Delicious, Nourishing Cuisine
Our produce is sourced hyper-locally, hand selected, and often grown by us! The meat, game, and seafood we serve are fished and hunted responsibly and seasonally, or raised naturally. With respect and appreciation of these principles, we utilize our combined talent, experience, and creativity to craft beautiful, healthful food into a delectable feast for all your senses.
Customized Service to Fit Your Needs
Whether you want to keep things simple with a cozy, family-style feast, or indulge in elegance with a multi-course, plated banquet, we work with you to shape a meal that promises to be thoughtful, memorable, and delicious. We offer guidance with local wine pairings for the true Sonoma dining experience, and we know how to turn your vision into an unforgettable event. We are also well equipped to handle any and all food allergies or dietary restrictions, and offer our knowledge and guidance in creating the perfect meal for you and your guests.
The "Open Kitchen" Experience in Your Home
It's always fun to dine in a restaurant with an open kitchen: the sights and smells of your food coming together can entertain, as well as whet your appetite for the meal to come. J Squared can bring that ambiance and excitement into the comfort of your own home or vacation rental. We enjoy and encourage observation and questions from those who have an interest, and we are always happy to share techniques, recipes, or the often fascinating stories behind the foods we prepare. And for those interested in actually getting their hands dirty, we offer interactive cooking activities with scrumptious results!
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SAMPLE MENUS
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MARCH
"Hanoi Horse"
Original cocktail featuring Gin, ginger, star anise, & citrus
Albacore Tuna Confit
Grilled Radicchio & Escarole, Flagolet Beans, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Herbed Bread Crumbs, Parmigiano-Black Pepper Vinaigrette
Blistered Asparagus & Farmer's Cheese Tart
Frisse, Shaved Fennel, Radish,Verjus Vinaigrette
Pistachio Crusted Halibut
Beet & Meyer Lemon Salsa, Sweet Potato Pommes Anna
"Sebastopol Sundae"
Pickled Strawberries, Puffed Quinoa, Vanilla Gelato, Olio Nuovo, Sea Salt
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JUNE
Amuse Bouche
Summer Garden Gazpacho w Local Olive Oil
Marinated Summer Squash
Local Stone Fruit, Stuffed Squash Blossom, Whipped Ricotta, Marcona Almonds, Peach-Lemon Vinaigrette
Pan-Seared Black Cod
New Potato "Smashers," Seared Cauliflower, Grilled Corn & Romano Beans, Nasturtium Chimichurri
Chocolate Espresso Cake
Sour Cream-Chocolate Frosting, Bing Cherries, Cocoa Nibs
Cheese Course
Velvet Sister Goat/Sheep Triple Cream + Local Peach
Midnight Moon Gouda + Candied Walnuts
Bay Blue + Local Honeycomb
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SEPTEMBER
-Served Family Style-
Warm Heirloom Grain Pilaf
Farro, Garbanzo Beans, Sumac-Roasted Butternut Squash, Toasted Almonds, Chocolate Mint Vinaigrette
Stuffed Acorn Squash
Wild Rice, Rosemary, Pancetta, Cranberries
Mole Negro-Rubbed Lamb
Braised Autumn Greens, Persimmon Mostarda
Charred Savoy Cabbage
Caramelized Fennel, Smoked Sea Salt
Rainbow Carrots
Balinese Vanilla Bean, Lavender Butter, Homegrown Tarragon
Roasted Apples
Calvados Creme Fraiche, Maple-Pistachio Granola, Spiced Pepitas
Pumpkin Ricotta Cheesecake
Toasted Pecan Coffee Crust, Guajillo Chile-Cinnamon Glaze
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DECEMBER
"Holiday Spirits"
Bulleit Bourbon, Soda Water, Muddled Orange & Cane Sugar
Champagne Cocktail w Grenadine, St. Germain, & Luxardo Cherry
Small Appetizers (seated or passed)
Smoked Salmon
Celery Root Remoulade, Buckwheat Pancake, Horseradish-Dill Creme Fraiche
and/or
Braised Oxtail
Caramelized Onion, Sourdough Toast, Gruyere Cheese, Beef Jus, Thyme
Dungeness Crab and Parsnip Bisque (seated or passed)
Topped with a Crispy Crab Cake
Entree (seated)
Stuffed Local Quail
Foie Gras, Quinoa, Quince, Onion Jam, Whipped Potatoes w Purple Sage, Winter Greens
or
Pink Peppercorn and Blood Orange-Brined Pork Loin
Creamy Hickory King Polenta, Broccoli & Bacon Salad, Walnut-Kumquat Relish
or
Prime Ribeye Roast
King Trumpet Mushrooms, Creamed Bloomsdale Spinach, German Butterball Potatoes, Whole Grain Mustard Jus
Dessert (seated or passed)
Tiramisu
Homemade Mascarpone, Milk and Dark Chocolate, Flying Goat Espresso
and/or
Banana-Chocolate Chip Buttermilk Cake
Butterscotch-Caramel Sauce, Whipped Jersey Cow Cream, Sea Salt
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