Our dinner guests have been raving our Chef Scott Myers selection of scrumptious summer soups!

Winey and Cheesy took the liberty to swipe a recipe from his cook book!

This crowd pleaser is sure to impress your friends and family at the dinner table tonight!

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Sweet Corn Velouté

With Chive Oil and Crabmeat

Ingredients:

• 4 Ears of Corn, shucked and taken off the Cob
• ½ Sweet Onion, small diced
• 3 Ribs of Celery, small diced
• 1 Idaho Potato, medium diced
• 3 Cups of Chicken or Vegetable Stock
• 1 Cup Heavy Cream
• Salt and White Pepper, to taste
• 1 oz. Crabmeat, ¼ oz. per bowl
• 4 oz. Chives
• 3 oz. Canola or Pure Olive Oil

Directions:

• Sweat Onions and Celery for 5 minutes on low/medium heat
• Add Corn, sweat for 3 minutes
• Add chicken Stock and Potatoes
• Bring to simmer for 45 minutes.
• Puree in blender and strain though a fine mesh strainer
• Add Cream and season to taste

Guests often ask us “what is there to do around here?” There are many options!

What are some favorites? Many couples enjoy the local vineyards. Virginia offers some unique wines and is the second largest exporter of Viognier (France is first). We can schedule a private wine tour for you.

For the adventurous couple, day trips to caverns and hiking overlooks are popular.  Weather permitting, a sunrise hot air balloon ride can be the highlight of any romantic getaway. Also, we know a few businesses eager to schedule a horseback adventure for you.

 Take a look at our list of recommended area activities:  http://www.laubergeprovencale.com/activities.html

Just want to kick back in the sun? Our pool is open for the summer. It’s located at Villa La Campagnette (3 miles from L’Auberge Provençale)

With summer in full swing it’s time to put those luscious gardens and orchards to use!