» Ecstatic Cuisine http://www.ecstaticcuisine.com Locally Made, Globally Inspired. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:05:12 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Foodie Quizbowl, Sunday 8/14 http://www.ecstaticcuisine.com/2011/08/foodie-quizbowl-sunday-814/ http://www.ecstaticcuisine.com/2011/08/foodie-quizbowl-sunday-814/#comments Thu, 11 Aug 2011 19:49:05 +0000 natalie http://www.ecstaticcuisine.com/?p=2284 This Sunday, August 14th from noon to 4pm, Ecstatic Cuisine is participating in the first annual Food Quizbowl at the Highball.  We are so excited to be a part of this fun trivia event and have a little friendly competition with our counterparts in the Austin food community.

Four of our valued chefs will be participating in the quiz:

Jesse Bloom

David Kogan

Ian LeClair

Keith Jackson

And the quizbowl will be hosted by the  wonderful Addie Broyles of the Austin American-Statesman.

Proceeds from the event benefit Slow Food Austin http://slowfoodaustin.org/ .  This is an important organization that shares Ecstatic Cuisine’s mission to support the local community and sustainability initiatives.

Buy a ticket here http://www.eventbee.com/v/slowfoodquizbowl and get entrance to the trivia bowl, as well as delicious food and drinks, and several other festivities that benefit the local food community.

Check out Addie Broyles’ latest article on Austin360 for more details: http://www.austin360.com/blogs/content/shared-gen/blogs/austin/food2/entries/2011/08/10/slow_food_austin_hosts_quiz_bo.html?cxntfid=blogs_relish_austin

And check out the event page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=129765770442107

See you there!  We’ll be there in full force in our Ecstatic Cuisine attire, cheering on our fearless team to victory!



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NEW Cafe  Menu!

LIGHT LUNCH                         $3.75

Grilled Cheese & Tomato

-artisan cheese blends on whole wheat or country white bread

Baked Potato

-with butter, sour cream, cheese, and green onions

Bowl of Soup

-Chicken Tortilla or our weekly vegetarian special

Large Garden Salad

-mixed greens with tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, and housemade croutons


LUNCH                                    $5.50

Sandwich of the Week

-see board for weekly hot sandwich option

Turkey Bacon Ranch Sub

-sliced turkey & bacon on toasted wheat sub bun

-with lettuce, tomato, & creamy ranch dressing

Cheeseburger

-on whole wheat bun with lettuce, tomato,

red onions, and choice of cheddar or swiss cheese

Signature Chicken Salad Wrap

-roasted chicken breast with lettuce, tomato, carrots, alfalfa sprouts, raisins & walnuts

Pizza Slice & Green Salad

-hand-tossed crust with gourmet toppings

Garden Hummus Wrap

-house-made hummus spread with lettuce, tomato, carrots, cucumbers, crispy chickpeas, and alfalfa sprouts

ADD A SIDE                            $2.00

Side Green Salad

Side Small Soup

French Fries

Bag of Chips AND Iced Tea

BEVERAGES                            $1.00

Iced Tea

Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero

Dr Pepper, Diet Dr Pepper, Sprite

DESSERTS

Artisan Cookies                     $1.00

Brownies & Blondies            $1.50

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Hot Entrees Served from 11:00am – 1:00pm

Monday, August 1, 2011

Thai Beef or Tofu Salad $8.00

Marinated and Seared Flank Steak on a Bed of Greens with Crispy Fried Rice Noodles and a Homemade Herb Vinaigrette

Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Oven-Fried Chicken $8.00

Buttermilk Marinated Chicken Breast with Mashed Potatoes and Seasonal Mixed Vegetables

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Burgers or Veggie Burgers $7.50

served with Coleslaw and Fries

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Simple Italian Meal $8.00

Beef or Vegetable Lasagna served with Fresh Caesar Salad and Housemade Focaccia Bread

Friday, August 5, 2011

Chef’s Choice

Come by the Café to find out what the Chef has prepared for the day!

Sandwich of the Week

Turkey Bacon Ranch Sub $7.50

served with Chips and Pickle

Soups of the Week

Chicken Tortilla

Market Vegetable

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Hot Entrees Served from 11:00am – 1:00pm

Monday, July 18, 2011

Panko-Crusted Chicken or Tofu  $7.50

with Herb Roasted Potatoes and Green Salad

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Chicken or Tempeh Teriyaki $7.00

with Stir-Fry Vegetables and Coconut Rice

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Ecstatic Taco Bar $7.50

with Refried Beans and Ecstatic Rice

Thursday, July 21, 2011

Chicken Caesar Salad $7.50

Friday, July 22, 2011

Chef’s Choice

Come by the Café to find out what the Chef has prepared for the day!

Sandwich of the Week

French Dip au Jus $7.50

with Caramelized Onions and served with Green Salad

Soups of the Week

Vegetarian Chili

Ham Florentine Chowder

Desserts of the Week

Marbled Cheesecake Bars

Key Lime Pie

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Hot Entrees Served from 11:00am – 1:00pm

Monday, July 18, 2011

Popcorn Shrimp Salad  $8.00

Fried Popcorn Shrimp served on a bed of Mixed Greens with Tomatoes, Carrots, Cucumber, Green Onions and Red Bell Pepper

With our housemade Garlic Crostini and Remoulade Dressing

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Ecstatic Taco Bar $7.00

Local Tortilla Chips with homemade Beef or Vegetarian Chili, Nacho Sauce, and your choice of toppings

Served with a Green Salad

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Glazed Pork Loin with an Apple Chutney $8.00

Vegetarian Option:  Roasted Tempeh

Oven-Roasted Pork Loin with a Sweet and Savory Glaze

Served with a housemade Apple Chutney, Real Mashed Potatoes, and a Medley of Seasonal Vegetables

Thursday, July 21, 2011

Chicken or Vegetable Chilaquiles $8.00

Thick Corn Tortillas, Layered with Creamy Verde Sauce, Cheese, and your choice of Chicken or Sautéed Veggies

Served with our Ecstatic Rice and Mexican Chopped Salad

Friday, July 22, 2011

Chef’s Choice

Come by the Café to find out what the Chef has prepared for the day!

Sandwich of the Week

Tuna Melt $7.50

with Chips & a Pickle

Soups of the Week

Baked Potato

Italian Wedding Soup

Desserts of the Week

Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars

Carrot Cake

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Hot Entrees Served from 11:00am – 1:00pm

Monday, July 4, 2011

CLOSED in Observance of Independence Day

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Simple Italian Meal $8.00

Custom Seasoned Beef or Sautéed Vegetable Lasagna with a Homemade Marinara and Ricotta Cheese Blend.  Served with Fresh Caesar Salad and Housemade Focaccia Bread.

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Ecstatic Chef Salad $7.50

A Simple Mix of Greens with Tomato, Cucumber and Carrot.  Topped with Ham, Turkey, Swiss Cheese, a Hard-Boiled Egg, and Croutons.

Thursday, July 7, 2011

Fish & Chips $7.50

Battered and Fried Fish Fillets are Served with Chunky Steak Fries, our Housemade Coleslaw, Tartar Sauce, and a Wedge of Lemon.

Friday, July 8, 2011

CHEF’s CHOICE

Come by the Café to find out what the Chef has prepared for the day!

Sandwich of the Week

Buffalo Chicken Wrap $7.50

with Chips & a Pickle

Soups of the Week

Chicken Poblano Corn Chowder

Garden Vegetable

Desserts of the Week

Chocolate Cheesecake Bars

Italian Cream Cupcakes

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Hot Entrees Served from 11:00am – 1:00pm

Monday, June 13, 2011

Chicken Fried Steak $8.00

Vegetarian Option: Chicken Fried Tofu

Traditional Chicken Fried Steak With Homemade Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Southern Cream Gravy, and Mixed Vegetables.

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Spicy Chicken Sandwich $7.50

Vegetarian Option: Gardenburger

Spicy Chicken Patty on a Whole Wheat Bun with Our Own Blue Cheese Dressing, Seasoned Steak Fries and Green Salad.

Wednesday, June 14, 2011

Simple Italian Meal $8.00

Custom Seasoned Beef or Sautéed Vegetable Lasagna with a Homemade Marinara and Ricotta Cheese Blend. Served with Fresh Caesar Salad and Housemade Focaccia Bread.

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Pulled Pork Tacos $7.50

Braised and Roasted Pork Shoulder Served with our Special Pineapple Pico de Gallo, Red Cabbage Slaw with a Light Lime Vinaigrette, Ecstatic Rice, and Local Tortillas from El Milagro.

Friday, June 17, 2011

Southwest Caesar Salad $8.00

Ancho Chicken or Tofu, Roasted Poblanos, Corn, Red Onion, and Asiago Cheese, on a Bed of Shredded Romaine Lettuce. Served with Chipotle Ranch Dressing and Housemade Crostini.

Sandwich of the Week

French Dip $7.50

With Caramelized Onions au Jus Served with Green Salad

Soups of the Week

Vegetarian Chili

Ham Florentine Chowder

Desserts of the Week

Apple Cake

Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars

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Hot Entrees Served from 11:00am – 1:00pm

Monday, June 6, 2011

Glazed Pork Loin with Apple Chutney $8.00

Juicy oven-roasted Pork Loin with a Sweet and Savory glaze, served with a housemade Apple Chutney, real Mashed Potatoes, and a medley of Seasonal Vegetables.  Vegetarian Option:  Field Roast

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Nacho Bar $7.00

Organic Tortilla Chips, smothered with your choice of homemade Beef and Bean or Vegetarian Chili, topped with our house-made Nacho sauce, and your selection of toppings.  Served with a Green Salad on the side.

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Pasta Primavera $8.00

Penne Pasta Primavera, served with either a marinated Chicken Breast or Portabella Mushroom.  Accompanied by a mix of fresh cut Broccoli and Carrots and our homemade Foccacia bread!

Thursday, June 9, 2011

Popcorn Shrimp Salad $8.00

Fried Popcorn Shrimp served on a bed of Mixed Greens and Lettuce, with Tomatoes, Carrots, Cucumber, Green Onions and Red Bell Pepper.  With our house-made Cajun Garlic Crostini and Remoulade Dressing.

Friday, June 10, 2011

Chicken or Vegetable Chilaquiles $7.50

Thick corn tortillas, layered with creamy verde sauce, cheese, and your choice of chicken or sautéed veggies.  Served with our Ecstatic Rice and a Mexican Chopped Salad.

Sandwich of the Week

Tuna Melt with Fries & Pickle $7.50

Served with Chips and Pickle

Soups of the Week

Baked Potato

Beef Chili

Desserts of the Week

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes

Lemon Poppyseed Cake

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Hot Entrees Served from 11:00am – 1:00pm

Monday, May 30, 2011

CLOSED in Observance of Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Frito Chili Pie $7.00

with Beef or Vegetarian Chili, Chopped Onions, and Cheese, and Served with Green Salad

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Ancho Chicken or Tofu $8.00

with Cumin Herb Roasted Potatoes, Vegetable Medley, and Chile Garlic Toast

Thursday, June 2, 2011

Cobb Salad $8.00

including Chicken, Avocado, Bacon, Blue Cheese, and Hardboiled Egg

Friday, June 3, 2011

Baked Potato Bar $7.50

with Chili, Bacon, Cheese, Sour Cream, and Green Onions, and Served with Green Salad

Sandwich of the Week

Popcorn Shrimp Po’ Boy $7.50

Served with Chips and Pickle

Soups of the Week

Mushroom & Wild Rice

Chicken Tortilla

Desserts of the Week

Marbled Cheesecake Bars

Key Lime Pie

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Hot Entrees served 11:00am – 1:00pm
Grab and Go available all afternoon

Daily Hot Entrées

Monday, April 18, 2011

Frito Chili Pie with Beef or Vegetarian Chili, Chopped Onions, and Cheese, and Served with Green Salad $7.00

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Assorted Calzones with Caesar Salad $7.50

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Ancho Chicken or Tempeh with Cumin Herb Roasted Potatoes, Vegetable Medley, and Chile Garlic Toast $8.00

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Cobb Salad with Chicken, Avocado, Bacon, Blue Cheese, and Hardboiled Egg $8.00

Friday, April 22, 2011

Cafe Closed

Weekly Specials

Sandwich of the Week

Popcorn Shrimp Po’ Boy with Chips and Pickle $7.50

Soups of the Week

Broccoli Cheese

Chicken Tortilla

Desserts of the Week

Mixed Berry Cheesecake

Chocolate Cream Pie

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