Tips To Watch FORWARD. TOGETHER.
Thank you for joining us tonight for FORWARD. TOGETHER.! We hope you enjoy the livestream, and that you will make a contribution to support our artists and our community.
Here are few tips and resources help you have the best viewing experience.
FOR BEST VIEWING.
We recommend you watch on a computer to have the best viewing experience. However, it can be viewed on phone or tablet. Having issues with the livestream? Here are some things that might help:
1. Try refreshing your browser.
2. Lower the resolution, via the gear icon ( ⚙) in the video player.
3. Try reducing the number of simultaneous content streams (Netflix, Zoom, etc) in use on your internet connection.
4. Try a different device.
Accessibility for Patrons Who Are Deaf or Have Hearing Loss.
FORWARD. TOGETHER. will be presented with Closed Captions which are best viewed on our website and on our YouTube page.
- 1. Click anywhere within the video frame, and series of menus will appear across the bottom of the video.
- 2. Click on the CC icon, located next to the Gear icon on the video screen's bottom right-hand side, to turn on Closed Captions.
- 3. To edit the Closed Captions' appearance, or change the language when more than one is being offered, click on the Gear icon and then click on the line that reads "Subtitles/CC Language>." Once that menu opens, you will then see, Options on the top right. Click on Options to set your preferences.
Turn On Closed Captions on Facebook Videos.
- 1. Click anywhere within the video frame, and series of menus will appear across the bottom of the video.
- 2. Click on the Gear icon, and the menu will open.
- 3. Click the toggle switch to toggle Closed Captions on/off
To learn more about its availability please email [email protected] and we will send you the information about accessing the video as soon as it as available.
Recommendations For Your Pre-Show Enjoyment.
Try one of our unique specialty cocktails created by Shannon Beck, Head Bartender at The Library at The Public and one of NYC’s Top 100 Bartenders. Or you can roll up your sleeves and try out these canape recipes by Chefs Andrew Carmellini and John Ramirez.
UNDER THE STARS
2 oz. Vodka (We suggest Belvedere)
.5 oz Grapefruit juice
.5 oz Lemon juice
.5 oz Vanilla Honey Syrup**
Combine ingredients in a tall glass over ice
Top with Club Soda
Garnish with fresh Basil
**combine 1 cup honey and 1 cup warm water with .25 tsp vanilla extract. Shake/ Stir to combine. Let cool.
DE LA LAFAYETTE
2 oz. Bourbon
.75 oz Sweet Vermouth
.25 oz Benedictine
2 dashes orange bitters
1 dash Rose Water (optional)
Combine ingredients over ice and stir.
Strain into Coupe/ Martini glass
Garnish with an Orange twist
MERCHANT’S TONIC (mocktail)
1.5 oz Pineapple Juice
1 oz Lime Juice
Pinch of Turmeric (optional)
Combine in a tall glass over ice. Stir well.
Top with ginger beer
Garnish with fresh Mint
Pork Skewers
Items:
Pork loin cut in 3" long by 1" wide
7" Skewers
For the Marinade:
1 teaspoon - Paprika
1 teaspoon - Cayenne
1 teaspoon - Cumin
3 sprigs - Thyme
3 cloves - Garlic
1/2 teaspoon - Black Pepper
1 cup - Water
1/2 cup - Canola Oil
Blend it all and marinate the pork for 3 hours, then insert the meat with the skewer.
For the sauce:
Dice a handful of pineapple and sauté in a hot pan with chopped cilantro, honey, and a splash of lemon juice. Make sure it is all nicely mixed together.
Process:
In a pan with oil or a grill, make sure the heat is medium hot and start by adding 4 pieces of pork. Sear until cooked and crispy on all sides.
Plating Process:
Add the skewers on a plate and top with sauce and micro cilantro for garnish.
French Baguette with Eggplant Hummus
Items:
1 Baguette
1 piece - Eggplant
2 chopped cloves - Garlic
1 tablespoon - Ground Cumin
1 tablespoon - Ground Coriander
2 tablespoon - Tahini Paste
1 Cup - Canola Oil
Process:
Grill the eggplant whole until it is charred and soft then let it rest.
Cut it in the middle and scoop all the meat out. Drain the liquid with a strainer.
Place all the ingredients in a blender until it becomes a smooth purèe, in a paste consistency.
Then transfer it to a bowl, and season with salt, pepper, lemon juice, and chopped cilantro to taste.
Cut the bread in slices, toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place in a skillet (preferably in a cast iron) in a 300 degree oven, until they are golden brown.
Let sit until room temperature.
Plating Process:
Add some eggplant hummus on top of the bread and you are ready to enjoy!
Shrimp Cocktail
Items:
Large Shrimp
1 Orange Peel
1 Lemon Peel
2 teaspoon - White Vinegar
1 cup - Ketchup
1/4 cup - Horseradish
1 teaspoon - Tabasco
Process:
In a pot add water, vinegar, 1 lemon peel, 1 orange peel, salt, and pepper to taste.
Let it come to a boil, then lower to simmer. Add shrimp and cook for 3-5 minutes.
Once cooked, tranfer to a bowl of ice.
For the sauce:
In a bowl add the ketchup, horseradish, tabasco, and a squeeze of lemon. Add salt and pepper to taste.