Monday, May 11, 2009

Lunch this Week 4-11-09 - Seafood Week!

MMMMMmmmmm good is all I can say about the lunch features this week.

My new favorite is one that I did a few years ago, and decided to bring back for a stint to see how it goes this time around.

Seared Ahi Tuna Burger
Sahsimi Grade Ahi Tuna mixed with Capers, Parsley, Cilantro, Onions and roasted Bell Peppers - Griddle Cooked, and served on a Toasted Kaiser with a Citrus Aioli - MMMmmm

Now - here is how you can make it at home:
1 # Fresh Ahi Tuna
(you can use albacore, but the burger will be a bit stronger flavor,
you reallly want to keep this as lite as possible)

Cut into large pieces and pulse in Food Processor until the texture of ground beef
-but not purreed

Now in a Stainless Steel Bowl, combine

1/4 C Diced Red or Yellow Onion (fine dice)
1/4 C Diced Roasted Red Bell Peppers
Salt and Pepper
Zest of (1) Lemon and (1) Lime
1 T Chopped Capers
1 T Dijon Mustard
1/2 T Chopped Parsley
1/2 T Chopped Cilantro (optional)

Combine all together and form into 4 - 5 oz patties
You could cook on a chargrill if you like, but I foundthat the texture and flavor is lighter and more distant on a flat top grill or fry pan.

Served with Pickled Ginger, Citrus Mayo, or other light condiment.

Other things to consider would be addinga bit of Sesame Oil to the mixture - again, i jstu liked it nice and fresh tasting without getting too heavy.
-let me know how yours turned out.
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So what else is on the menu this week:
Grilled Salmon Salad with a Basil Vinaigrette
Crab & Shrimp Quesadillas
Shrimp Primavera
Lobster & Scallop Bisque
Sangria Granita with Fresh Melon and Berries
- Come join us! - Barry

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Pasta Night and Wi Fi

Not that either of those go together in the normal sentence, but in this case they do have something in common. They are both available at 129 1/2 An American Jazz Grille.

Tongiht is Wednesday Night Pasta Night with tons of Pasta - all at great prcies, plus our full menu, and the Hot Club of Prescott - with special guests "Dave Russell" - Stop on in and have a great time.

Now ... as I enter the current time ... Free Wi Fi (Wireless Internet) is now available in the Lounge and Parlor at 129 1/2. Bring in your lap top, andi f we like ya, we give you the password and log on info so you can sit here, have a glass of wine and an app, and get caught up on all your important internet needing stuff!

Have a great week, and I'll be adding an update soon!

- Barry

Sunday, April 12, 2009

This Weeks Lunch Features

Hey everyone - Thanks for comin' out and making this weekend such a huge success! Either the economy is getting better, or you all are jsut sick and tired of sittin' at home! Whatever it is ... we're glad you stopped in!

I've got a bunch of stuff going on this week with the Peter Franus Dinner on Thursday evening - still afew seats left - should be an absolutely amazing evening - wish I could sit down for it ... but alas ...

And I've got a hankering for some good old Southern Cooking this week before things get too warm, so join me for lunch and munch on some Shrimp Po' Boys, Crawfish Boil, and Crab Florentine Fettucine for Lunch!

Soupwise, I'm thinkin' some Chicken Gumbo, and South Carolina Clam Chowder.

Should be a great week - luv ta see ya in!

- Barry

Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Weekly Update

You know it’s Easter Week in Prescott when the weather man calls for snow!

Anyhoo … we’ve got a ton of stuff going on to help keep your mind off the potentially impending cool down, so lets get started!

Lunch Features at 129 ½ this week
11-2 Mon - Fri

Crab Florentine Quesadilla
Shrimp Stirfry
New England Strip Steak
Daily Fresh Catch
Black Mussels with Green Olives and Tomatoes over Linguine


Music this Week at 129 1/2

Wednesday Night
The Hot Club of Prescott
With Jack Petersen, Tom Winker and Steve Batt

Thursday, April 9
Sedona Vocalist Gail Kennedy with Steve Sandner

Friday Evening, April 10th
Ed Cornett and TRE3
With Steve Sandner and Brian Sinclair

Saturday Evening, April 11th
Rosemary Chavez along with Frankie
Jack Petersen and Brian Sinclair

A great week of music as always – and simply great food to go along with it!

Wednesday Night Pasta Night
I’ve got a couple new ones this week
– so be sure to stop on in for simply the best Pasta Night Ever!
(Send me your favorites and I’ll try to get some of them on there)
Most dishes $9.95, and a few more for a little more

Easter Sunday
Both stores are opening a little earlier than normal for Easter Sunday

El Gato is gonna be featuring our Soup Sunday, along with our full Lunch Menu and some Spring Dishes beginning at 10:00am
(Hopefully the weather will cooperate so we can have the patios open – should be a great day either way!)
316 W. Goodwin, 445-1070

129 ½ is Opening at 2:00pm on Easter Sunday
Full Menu, Great Spring Dishes to celebrate the day!
(Music with Ramon and Larry later in the Day)



Big News …

If you are a wine enthusiast ….
Thursday, April 16th is a day made just for you!

World Reknown Wine Maker, Peter Franus will be hosting an evening
of Fine Wines paired with some incredible Food …

Seating is limited, and we have a couple of openings,
so this is a first come, first served opportunity.

Enjoy a Five Course Meal paired with Peter’s own finely crafted wines while discussing
the wine making process and secrets of the trade.
And you don’t have to drive to California to do it!

B# club members receive a 20% discount, and reservations are required.

Guests will also receive a bottle of Peter Franus Wine to experience at your leisure.

Feel free to contact me in regards to this special evening – 443-9292
for details and additional information.

The menu is attached which includes; Homemade Artichoke and Kalamata Raviolis,
Porcini Mushroom Bisque, Mixed Grill and more – so check it out!


Have a great week – keep the ideas and suggestions comin’ – and stop on in to say hi this week – a glass of wine, happy hour, dinner … you’re welcome anytime!

Take Care and thanks for stoppin’ in

- Barry

Thursday, April 2, 2009

Just Thursday

Looking forward to the weekend!

Have some great music coming up with Max, Larry and Jeff on Friday, Rosemary and Frankie on Saturday, and Matt Jackon, Carlos and Steen Ayres on Sunday - should be a lot of fun!

Ramon on was in this evening - the guy never stops playin' - jsut ask him a song next time you are in - if you can figure out the one he doesn't know - I'll buy ya a drink!

Have a great weekend all - and be sure to stop in and say Hi sometime soon.

We're opening at 2:00 on Easter Sunday with a few specials and our full menu - enjoy the weather, and be sure to eat well!

Have a great one - Barry

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Music and such this week - 3/23/09

It is hard to believe that Spring Break is over, and now all of a sudden things have cooled down! We've got a ton going on at both places as normal - and 129 1/2 is gonna be a great place to be this week.

Lunch Monday - Friday with a great assortment of Sandwiches, Pastas, Salad and few more items!

Happy Hour Mon - Friday

Music
3-25
The Hot Club along with our Pasta Night Wednesday

3-26
Thursday
The start of Diva Weekend
With Gail Kennedy and Steve Sandner

3-27
Friday
Jane Cheek with Jeff Weissel and Larry Wills

3-28
Saturday
Rosemary Chavez with Jazz ala Mode

3-29
Yours truly with Ramon Dana and Larry Wills
6-9

Have a great week - see ya 'round the corner!

Thursday, March 5, 2009

Pop Rocket Reviews Lunch at 129 1/2

If you're still trying to decide whether to try lunch at 129 1/2 An American Jazz Grille - check out the latest issue of "Pop Rocket" - local arts and entertainment magazine. You can pick a copy of at several places downtown, or check it out on the web: www.poprocketpress.com
- Obviously folks of good taste!
Have a great weekend everyone!