Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Chicken Kerry and Tablescape Thursday

This the last TT before the 17th..and I am doing another Irish theme...

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I used a black cloth to pick up the colors of the black and green napkins..

White chargers...

Black plates...

Shamrock bowls..

Alabaster napkin rings...

Clear and black goblets...

I made a centerpiece with some mums, green ribbon and a few little hats...

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The prayer of St. Patrick..

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What's for dinner??

Chicken Kerry..what's that?
My version of Chicken Kiev..
chicken cutlet stuffed with Kerry swiss,
butter, scallions and parsley rolled and dipped in egg wash then a mixture of flavored bread crumbs and flour...

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Served with a shamrock of wild rice, cauliflower and carrots..

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Here's the inside..

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Thanks so much for coming..

Please visit Susan's blog, Between Naps on the Porch to see all the other blogs participating in Tablescape Thursday...

And see you for Foodie Friday..

Please join me for the party here on the 17th,,decorations or food to celebrate St. Patrick's Day...Mr. Linky will be up the night before..
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47 comments:

  1. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEMarch 11, 2009 at 6:30 PM

    I LOVE this tablescape. The green and white against the black...is just elegant beyond words. Beautiful!

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  2. Rattlebridge FarmMarch 11, 2009 at 6:42 PM

    Oh, Kathleen, this just took my breath away. The black background is so perfect--the green seems to vibrate. Your chicken.....I called Young Bandwith over to take a peek. We are making this ASAP. I can't wait for your St. Patrick's Day party. The celebration of Irish food has been such a delight.

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  3. Rattlebridge FarmMarch 11, 2009 at 6:42 PM

    I forgot to say that the shamrock rice mold is genius.

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  4. Linda (Nina's Nest)March 11, 2009 at 6:46 PM

    Your green and white is so cheerful and so Irish! And that meal looks fantastic! Linda

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  5. ellen b.March 11, 2009 at 6:47 PM

    Oh this is fabulous the tablescape and the menu!! I love it all.
    Happy TT!

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  6. SaraMarch 11, 2009 at 6:50 PM

    Gorgeous table setting! The food looks delicious too.

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  7. MarthaMarch 11, 2009 at 6:54 PM

    What a pretty St. Pat's tablescape! Your food looks great too!

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  8. MarshaMarch 11, 2009 at 7:14 PM

    Perfection once again! I can't wait to see your tablesetting for the party! The black tablecloth just makes all the greens pop. I love St. Patrick's prayer too.

    Chicken Kerry looks so good! Is Kerry a brand name or a type of swiss? The molded rice makes me smile...Perfection from beginning to end.

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  9. Dream MomMarch 11, 2009 at 7:14 PM

    The chicken looks really good! So does the rest of the menu!

    I liked the black tablecloth. I never would have thought to use it but it looked perfect here and was a nice surprise.

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  10. UnknownMarch 11, 2009 at 7:30 PM

    I love your centerpiece and the food sounds wonderfully delicious!!!

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  11. xinexMarch 11, 2009 at 7:32 PM

    So festive and elegant! Your chicken is very tempting!...Christine

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  12. Kathy's Red Door WelcomeMarch 11, 2009 at 7:41 PM

    You're certainly ready for St. Patty's Day. Your tablescape is lovely and the food looks delicious.

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  13. DebMarch 11, 2009 at 7:44 PM

    It's lovely! It even sounded lovely when you were telling about it. And when I saw it, just lovely! Deb

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  14. AnonymousMarch 11, 2009 at 7:48 PM

    Oh, Kathleen, how pretty! I love the use of your black tablecloth! The green and white just pop!
    Your food sounds and looks delicious! Can I come over? :)
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  15. CandyMarch 11, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    Festive table and who needs a pot of gold when you serve up that delicious food.
    Cheers! Candy

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  16. Ribbonwood CottageMarch 11, 2009 at 9:03 PM

    Wow! I was laughing to myself because of your black tablecloth (that looks gorgeous) we will probably see more posts in the future with black. Your table just looks great and that food looks scrumptious. what wonderful pictures...I love it!
    Debbie

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  17. The Quintessential MagpieMarch 11, 2009 at 10:22 PM

    Kathleen, what a wonderful St. Paddy's table! I am wild over your soup bowls. They are just darling and look so good with the black! I think this is a stunning table, and that food! It looks so delicious! I'm going to have to come back and look at this again. Thanks for sharing...

    Happy Tablescape Tuesday!

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  18. Mid-Atlantic MarthaMarch 11, 2009 at 10:36 PM

    Pretty Table! Pretty Food! Does it get any better?

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  19. PetuniaMarch 12, 2009 at 12:34 AM

    What an elegant table! I shouldn't be looking at this great food while I'm hungry and it's too late to cook!

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  20. Debbie@Mountain BreathsMarch 12, 2009 at 2:09 AM

    Kathleen, the black tablecloth is a nice back drop for the dishes. A very clever shamrock rice mold! You do know that I am jotting down all your ideas in case I feel the desire to do an dinner party next March! We have a similar chicken dish and love it. Great post, and I can't wait until your party on the 17th.

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  21. KBeauMarch 12, 2009 at 5:14 AM

    That black cloth just sets everything off perfectly. Love the shamrock mold for the rice.

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  22. La Table De NanaMarch 12, 2009 at 5:19 AM

    Very nice Kathleen..I get so many ideas! Love the new recipe..Chicken Kerry:)

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  23. Confessions of a Plate AddictMarch 12, 2009 at 5:55 AM

    Lovely tablescape...and the meal looks yummy! Love the idea of hte rice in the shamrock mold!! Happy TT...Debbie

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  24. SavoringTime in the KitchenMarch 12, 2009 at 6:49 AM

    I love the black, white and green together, Kathleen. Everything looks so nice! The black mugs with green shamrocks are adorable. Your Chicken Kiev, oops, Kerry, looks so delicious! You always make every meal look special with your extra touches.

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  25. PATMarch 12, 2009 at 7:11 AM

    Your table is gorgeous and the chicken looks delicious!!

    Pat@Back Porch Musings

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  26. Kathleen EllisMarch 12, 2009 at 7:13 AM

    What an elegant Irish table! Your menu is mouthwatering!
    Happy St.Patty's day!
    ;-D

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  27. ChandyMarch 12, 2009 at 7:53 AM

    Just an unbelievably beatiful table! Thanks for sharing this great setup. I'll definitely have to try it soon!

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  28. ScribblerMarch 12, 2009 at 8:24 AM

    The food looks luscious, and the tablescape is beautiful. I like the idea of the black -- wouldn't have thought of it -- That's why these events are fun. we see things to trigger our own creativity.

    Scribbler

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  29. FoleyMarch 12, 2009 at 8:24 AM

    When I first heard black tablecloth I thought..Oh No! But it really worked well, can't imagine any other after I've seen it! Love all the shamrock bowls, plates...can't wait to see your decorations next Tuesday!

    Th chicken Kelly looks yummy..now did you make up that disn and name?
    Good going !!

    St. Patrick's prayer topped it all off...

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  30. Miss JaniceMarch 12, 2009 at 8:27 AM

    Loved this, just loved it! I love the black, white, and green...perfect color combination to make the green POP! Loved the food disply...you're killing me with the shamrock design for the rice. This is just awesome. I'm going back to take another peek!

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  31. MaryMarch 12, 2009 at 9:07 AM

    Green and white against a black background -- perfect! Your table is wonderful, and that chicken looks DELISH!

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  32. CynthiaMarch 12, 2009 at 9:31 AM

    Kathleen, what a festive table ...

    I love the Chicken Kerry ..The photo of the large platter of it is fabulous.

    And how cute is your shamrock rice.

    Great post!

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  33. MarigeneMarch 12, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    Kathleen, your black/white/green tablescape is really quite stunning. You do have the best tablescapes!

    The chicken with Kerry Swiss sounds and looks delicious.

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  34. Linda QMarch 12, 2009 at 1:31 PM

    Ok, one of my favs so far this week. Love the black, white and green combo. And Oooo the food, wow that looks good!
    Linda Q

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  35. A Grain of SaltMarch 12, 2009 at 1:32 PM

    Kathleen, Love this tablesetting! And dinner looks grand. Great idea with the shamrock rice.

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  36. Kim @ Starshine ChicMarch 12, 2009 at 2:21 PM

    I love the black with the white & green. And the food!!!!! I love the shamrock rice idea. Great tablescape.

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  37. Susan @ A Southern DaydreamerMarch 12, 2009 at 4:25 PM

    Beautiful table! Happy Tablescape Thursday ~ Susan

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  38. A Hint of HomeMarch 12, 2009 at 4:31 PM

    Beautifully done. I love the green and white with all the black.

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  39. Leigh of Tales from BloggeritavilleMarch 12, 2009 at 5:17 PM

    Scrumotios, simply scrumptious! I hope I can remember to link next week for yoru st pats linky.

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  40. Teacup MosaicsMarch 12, 2009 at 5:18 PM

    The black really show off the great wearing of the green. I am sure all the lepechans will be at house for dinner.

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  41. plainjaneMarch 12, 2009 at 5:37 PM

    Just beautiful. The black is so different and perfect. A great look to set off the green and white.
    Scrumptious dinner > as always.

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  42. Gypsy aka TamMarch 12, 2009 at 5:46 PM

    Hi Kathleen,
    what a great idea to use the drama of the black with your St.Paddy's Day tablescape. It looks GREAT!!!
    And as always I'll be leaving your blog in search of food in my kitchen.
    Have a wonderful evening and I'll be here for your party :o)
    Tam

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  43. Jewel SaulsMarch 12, 2009 at 5:50 PM

    Kathleen, I love your table! The black really sets off the green. I love the molded rice. I am going to have to do that next year! Can't wait for your party! I'll be back.

    On St. Patrick's Day evening DH & I are going to our local Irish pub which is having a band and a big to-do. It's our favorite restaurant and we keep thinking we must be at least honorary Irish! :D Jewel

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  44. Femin SusanMarch 12, 2009 at 7:12 PM

    Hi........
    Gorgeous table setting! The food looks delicious too.

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  45. CarolMarch 12, 2009 at 7:25 PM

    Best setting yet! I love this one, Kathleen! Excellent! Can't wait to see the finale but this one is fab. Very striking with the black :)

    Chicken Kerry! Awesome!

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  46. The Stylish HouseMarch 13, 2009 at 8:16 AM

    The black table cloth is very effective! Your food looks wonderful may I come to your house for dinner?
    Cathy

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  47. emgMarch 1, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    Is the Kerry Chicken baked, fried or a combination of the two? Having a St. Pat's dinner party and this sounds lovely!

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