Conceived in 1995 in the arena of high-level event planning and creative cuisine, The Herb Box is powered by duo co-owners Susan Smederovac-Wilcox and Chef Becky J. Windels. Their approach can be summed up in three words: Innovative World Creations. Always on the look out for the new, Chef Becky seems to be driven by the joy of daily epiphanies. Endless new recipes come from taking what is freshest at the farm stand and being open-minded enough to having an idea drive her in the kitchen. The breakfast, lunch and dinner menus are vast and varied, ensuring an entrée for every palate.
Here is a snapshot of current offerings at the new Herb Box at DC Ranch:
Breakfast – Cinnamon Buckwheat Pancakes with Dried Blueberries, Maple Cured Bacon and whipped Honey Butter, a Cup of Hot Cocoa with Creamy Custard and Cinnamon Dust [made fresh daily], or try the MARKET STREET BLT with Eggs, Crisp Pancetta, Wild Arugula, Vine Tomatoes and Burrata on Brioche or Old School Doughnuts with [made fresh daily].
Lunch – Begin with a cool Cilantro-Lime Crab Dip with Crisp Plantain Chips or Smoked Trout Beignets withRed Pepper Aioli. Wraps get a spiffy dust off at The Herb Box; Chicken and Arugula has Gorgonzola, Sugared Walnuts and Dried Cherries and you can't miss with the Flatbread Pizzas; Pear and Grogonzola with Asiago and Fried Sage.
Dinner – Butternut Squash and Corn Enchiladas with Tomatillo Verde OR Wild Caught Salmon Cakes, Balsamic Roasted Beets, Mache, Tzatziki and Grilled Lemon. Also try the Steak, Tomato and Frites: grilled Tenderloin with an Arugula-Gorgonzola Sauce and Crisp Fingerling Potatoes. Don't forget about the housemade desserts including Lemon-Almond Teacake with Black Pepper Crème Anglaise, Guinness Cake with Espresso Icing or Honey Pistachio Ice-Cream Sandwich Cookies.
If your schedule doesn't allow you time to come and relax with a glass of wine, much of the menu can be taken home at the adjacent Gourmet Market at each location. If you would like to share some epicurean bliss with others, simply utilize the Box's stellar Catering Service.
Based on client request, a retail division of The Herb Box opened in November 2001. The Herb Box Eatery is an inviting café that offers a delightful alternative for The Herb Box faithful. Originally designed for the 'To Go' lunch, it has since turned into a come here often place for old and new friends to enjoy market fresh fare in an urbane atmosphere. Exciting and innovative Weekly Chalkboard Specials, Market Salads, Gourmet Wraps, Bistro Sandwiches, Fresh Made Lemonade, selected Beer and Wines and an impressive after 3 menu that makes you want to sit down and stay awhile. All passionately created for and served with style at the herb box | eatery.
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