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E-Newsletter ArchiveE-Newsletter ~ February 29, 2008~ Vol. 8, No. 6
This is the sixth regular mailing of the USC University Club E-Newsletter for the 2007-2008 school year. We want to keep you informed of special events, new menu items, seasonal specials, recipes and any news that we think will help you get the most from your membership.
Contents: 7. “Intimate Evening of Guitar” at the University Club on Thursday, April 3, 2008 8. Spring Musical Event, “Carousel,” at the University Club on Friday, April 11, 2008 11. Reciprocal Club of the Month
According to the Los Angeles County Department of Health, the leading cause of premature death and disability in the county is heart disease. In an effort to reduce the rate of this disease, the USC University Club is joining the Department of Public Health in a voluntary Artificial Tans Fat Reduction (AFTR) Program, currently underway at foodservice facilities across the county. The consensus in the scientific community is that eating a diet high in artificial trans fats, which are usually found in partially-hydrogenated vegetable oils used in cooking, frying and baking, contributes significantly to heart disease. As part of this program, the University Club has begun the process of identifying any products we purchase that may contain even small amounts of artificial trans fats. This is the first step in eventually removing them from our food supply chain and becoming a partner with the LA County Department of Public Health’s AFTR program. Along the same lines, beginning Monday, March 3, 2008, we will be offering every diner the option of buttering his/her bread with butter or Smart Balance Buttery Spread, which contains no hydrogenated oil or trans fatty acids. As we get deeper into this important program, we will keep you apprised of every new update.
The University Club will open its doors at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 6, 2008, and offer a lighter Bar Menu in addition to our regular dinner menu for those heading over to the Galen Center for the Cal Game. Tip-off is at 7:30 p.m. Reservations are recommended. Please call (213) 740-2030
The University Club Restaurant will be open for lunch only during Spring Break, Monday, March 17, 2008, through Friday, March 21, 2008. We will resume dinner service on Monday, March 24, 2008, when classes resume. The Banquet and Catering Office will be operating at full speed during the break.
We are pleased to announced that Prof. Pani Norindr, Chair of the Department of French and Italian, will once again moderate La Table Francaise on Monday, March 24, 2008, at noon in Room E. To make a reservation, please call Stephanie Helper at (213) 740-5208.
This will be our second foray into India and we are very excited about finding a number of new dishes on our research. If you have a favorite, pass it along and we’ll see if we can incorporate it into the menu. 6. Dinner before the Dodgers at the Coliseum March 29 The Dodgers will playing an exhibition game at the Coliseum on March 29 at 7:10 pm to commemorate the team’s 50th anniversary in Los Angeles. If you were one of the lucky 115,000 to get a ticket (yes that’s right - 115,000! – the largest crowd ever in the history of Major League Baseball to watch a game!) you can have dinner at the club before the game. We will be opening at 4:00 pm but be sure to make a reservation as we expect a large crowd that night. We will determine the menu once we know how many want to dine here before the game. We will keep you posted as the date gets closer. Call 213.740.2030 to make your reservation. 7. “Intimate Evening of Guitar” Featuring Thornton Faculty and Students at the University Club, Thursday, April 3 You are invited to join us for what promises to be an amazing evening of classical and studio guitar featuring Thornton faculty members James Smith and Richard Smith. James Smith, associate professor, chairs the classical guitar department and is regarded as one of the finest guitarists in the world. His students include prize winners in international competitions and two ensembles trained at the university have successful professional careers. Mr. Smith is very active as a performer, and plays throughout the Americas and Asia. A skilled arranger, several of his works have been recorded by the LAGQ and other ensembles.
Richard Smith, professor, studio/jazz guitar, is an award-winning recording artist, performer and clinician. He has earned accolades such as Record of the Year (Tune Up Magazine), a nomination for Best Jazz Album of the Year (Ad Lib Magazine), best new artist (Radio and Records Magazine) and three top five jazz albums. His concertizing with such artists as Kirk Whalum, Marc Antoine, Rick Braun, Richard Elliot, Dan Siegel, Warren Hill, Bob Hope and Brian Bromberg, he has made numerous visits to many areas of the world. Richard has taught master classes throughout Europe as well as the United States. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear some world class musicians play in an intimate setting. Both Messrs. Smith will be playing for the first time together along with some very talented students on Thursday, April 3, 2008. The evening begins with a cocktail reception in the Courtyard at 4:45 p.m., Guitar Recital in the Banquet Room at 5:45 p.m., and dinner in the Main Dining Room, served “family-style,” beginning at 6:45 p.m. The cost is $36/person. To make a reservation, please call (213) 740-2030.
8. Spring Musical Night, “Carousel,” on Friday, April 11, 2008 This year’s Spring Musical Night 2008, which we plan in conjunction with the School of Theatre, is on Friday, April 11, 2008, and includes a preview performance by the cast of “Carousel,” directed by Jack Rowe, Associate Dean of the School of Theatre. The event includes a 4:30 p.m. cocktail reception, dinner served “family-style” in the Main Dining Room, preview performance by student performers, and preferred tickets to the show. The price is $47.50/person and includes everything above, plus tax and gratuity. The show starts at 7:30 in the Bing Theatre. To make a reservation, please call Stephanie Helper at (213) 740-5208.
9. Spring Night at the Opera, “Summer and Smoke,” on Friday, April 25, 2008 “Night at the Opera Spring 2008,” planned with the Thornton School of Music, is scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2008. This year’s opera is Lee Hoiby’s “Summer and Smoke.” The event features a cocktail reception at 5:30 p.m., dinner in the Main Dining Room, a lecture about the production from a Thornton faculty member, and preferred tickets to the show. The price for this event is $39/person and includes tax and gratuity. For more information, or to make a reservation, please call or email Stephanie Helper at (213) 740-5208.
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Other Events on Campus in March Monday, March 3, 2008, 7:00 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. An Evening with David Simon and The Wire David Simon, creator of HBO’s landmark Baltimore crime drama, The Wire, sits for an extensive Q&A about the show. Location: Eileen Norris Cinema Theatre Admission: Free; Obtain a Ticket Online For More Information, please call: (213) 740-2804 Wednesday, March 5, 2008, 12:00 p.m. to 12:50 p.m. What Matters to Brent Blair Hear what matters to Brent Blair and why in this popular lecture series. Blair is a senior lecturer in USC’s School of Theatre, a voice instructor and a former Fulbright Scholar in the Igbo traditional theatre of West Africa. Location: Ground Zero Coffeehouse Admission: Free; A Light Lunch is Served For more information, please call (213) 740-2030 Monday, March 10, 2008, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. HIV: The Feminization of an Epidemic This live discussion will feature animated HIV prevention tools and a Q&A between USC students and HIV experts. Location: Bovard Auditorium Admission: Free; RSVP to (323) 226-2552 Monday, March 17, 2008 through Friday, March 21, 2008 SPRING BREAK Thursday, March 27, 2008, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Dean’s Open Forum on Politics, War…and More Annenberg Dean Ernest J. Wilson, III, presents a discussion with Parag Khanna, author of The Second World War: Empires and Influences in the New Global Order Location: Annenberg School for Communication, Room 207 Admission: Free For more information, please call (213) 821-3015
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Reciprocal Club of the Month – The Ida and Cecil Green Faculty Club, UC San Diego
The beautiful, contemporary Ida and Cecil Green Faculty Club, situated in the heart of the University of California, San Diego campus in scenic coastal La Jolla, California, was founded in 1988 to provide a place in for colleagues and community to socialize and intellectualize over superb food and a casual atmosphere. The club offers a restaurant for lunch and dinner, two distinct banquet rooms, a landscaped courtyard, enclosed patio and six private meeting rooms. The club is the site of many weddings, bar mitzvahs, holiday parties and more. Special events for members this year feature a Stag’s Leap Year Wine Dinner, a winter art exhibition, and an Economics Round Table Dinner. There are no overnight accommodations at the club.
Contact: The Ida and Cecil Green Faculty Club 9500 Gilman Drive, #0121 La Jolla, CA 92039-0121 (858) 534-0876 Tips for Planning Your Visit a Reciprocal ACUC Club: Please call the USC University Club Business Office at 213-740-8345 to request an ACUC card. Before visiting a reciprocal club, please remember to telephone ahead to introduce yourself as a member of the USC University Club, confirm the club’s hours, services and make reservations. Individual clubs may have restrictions in the use of their facilities or in the frequency of visits. When you call, be sure to inquire about any restrictions that may apply. To find out more about the ACUC network of clubs or to find a club in or near your travel destination, please check the ACUC website at www.acuclubs.org frequently for the most up-to-date info.
I found this recipe by Mark Bittiman in the NY Times a couple of weeks ago and made it for dinner last Sunday night. I am passing it along as I found it one of the most intriguing and satisfying preparations of short ribs I have ever tasted. Being a huge fan of braised meats, I have tried many methods and recipes and this one ranks right there at the top. A nice syrah went quite well with the spiciness as did some buttery mashed potatoes… To quote Mr. Bittiman: “The idea is to use chilies for flavor, not so much for heat. One key to that is to start with a mild chili, like pasilla; I like to add a chipotle as well, for its smokiness (chipotles are smoked jalapeños, usually). Make sure to remove stems and seeds from whatever chilies you use, unless you want a really fiery dish, and wash your hands well afterward. For maximum tenderness and the richest broth, short ribs should be cooked for a minimum of two hours, and will probably be better after three or four. You can do this a day in advance, so timing isn't much of an issue. Neither, really, is the combination of seasonings, so play with this as much as you like.” Recipe: Short Ribs with Coffee and Chilies Time: At least 3 hours Time: At least 3 hours 1 tablespoon oil 4 large or 8 small short ribs Salt and pepper 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 dried pasilla chili, stemmed, seeded and minced 1 dried chipotle chili, stemmed, seeded and minced 1 cup dry red wine 1 cup strong coffee 1. In a heavy pot that can later be covered, drizzle oil. Over medium heat, brown ribs well, adjusting heat as necessary to get a dark crust. Take your time, and season with salt and pepper as they cook. Remove them to a plate and turn heat to low. 2. In same pot, cook onions, garlic and chilies, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft, about 15 minutes. Add wine and coffee and reduce over high heat by about half. Return ribs to pot, cover, and cook over low heat (or in a 300-degree oven) for 2 to 3 hours. Cook until very tender -- beyond when meat falls off the bone -- turning every hour or so. Taste and adjust seasoning and serve. Yield: 4 to 8 servings.
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