The Library is thrilled to announce the next installment of our Kitchen Takeover series, welcoming back owner and creator of Plant Based Papi, Chef Jewan Manuel and Vice President of Chosen Family Wines, Tiquette Bramlett.

In honor of Black History Month, this event will be a celebration of two Black-owned, cornerstone brands within Portland’s food and beverage industry. Chef Manuel’s Southern inspired menu will be complimented by three stunning varietals from Chosen Family Wines: a rose, a reserve chardonnay, and a reserve pinot noir. 

Please note the menu is pre-fixe, we politely decline alterations or substitutions. Seating is pre-assigned, we will accommodate requests made in advance to the best of our ability.

~ THE MENU ~
All food courses are vegan and pre-fixe. Menu includes one Uncle Nearest welcome cocktail and three self-selected pours from Chosen Family Wines. 

I
HOT WATER CORNBREAD (GF)
Crispy Cornmeal • Whipped Dandelion Honey Butter

II
TOMATO & OKRA BISQUE (GF)
Peeled San Marzano Tomato • Okra • Roasted Sweet Corn • Red Potato • Shallot • Miso Broth • Shroom Bacon • Leek Oil

III
ROASTED CABBAGE WEDGE SALAD (GF)
Steamed & Roasted Green Cabbage • Toasted Corn • Candied Pecan Dust • Creamy Collard Green Pesto

IV
FRIED CHICKEN & CAYENNE CAVIAR (GF)
Buttermilk Brined & Breaded Oyster Mushrooms • Coconut Crème Fraiche • Fermented Cayenne Caviar

V
BRAISED SHORT RIBS & MAC 
BBQ Rubbed King Oyster Mushroom Short Ribs • Baked Mac & Cheese

VI
SWEET POTATO CRÈME BRÛLÉE (GF)
Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potato • Coconut Palm Sugar • Vanilla Bean Banana Ice Cream

GF = gluten free
*Menu is subject to change, alterations & substitutions are politely declined