Mic Check Q&A with Jeff LeBlanc

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Every week, we have the pleasure of hosting a variety of talented performers from a wide range of music genres.  We wanted to learn more about them. From what inspires them to their favorite songs to cover.  This week, we chatted with Jeff LeBlanc. Check out what he had to say.


What musician/singer inspires you and why?

This question is too hard!  There are too many to name.  Over the last year I really fell in love with the “20/20 Experience” album by Justin Timberlake.  He’s an incredible live performer and seems like a stand up guy as well.  I toured with Tori Kelly this summer and she is one of the hardest working yet kindest people I’ve ever been around. 

You just finished performing and need a drink what do you reach for?

Water first… am I boring?  I don’t really drink when I play because this is my job and I consider it “business” until the last note is played.  But afterwards a craft beer is always nice.  Being that it’s fall, I’m all in on the ciders right now too.  Try this one too – ruby red vodka, grapefruit juice and a splash of champagne… Good times. 

Do you have another career in addition to music?

No.  I’ve actually been doing music full time now for about 7 years.  I went to college to be a History teacher but after graduation this hobby of music became a job…

Why do you enjoy playing at Hotel Indigo?

I love the laid back vibe at Indigo – there’s no pressure on me to be a “bar cover guy”.  I can play my original material, practice new songs or maybe pull out a cover I’m working on.  Everyone is always in a good mood and it makes it very enjoyable for me.

If you were to cover someone else’s song, which song and why?

My favorite cover to play right now is “Blackbird” by The Beatles.  There’s just something about that song that no matter how old the audience is, there’s always a buzz when I start playing it.  Incredible song.

What’s going through your mind when you are on stage performing?

It varies from night to night.  Sometimes I let my mind seep into the songs and relive what I was writing about.  Most of the time I like to see how the audience is reacting and vibe off of their energy. 

Do you have a favorite dish at Bistro 72?

So many!  Chicken sandwich and the hummus wrap are great… but I always go back to the margherita pie! 

Jeff’s next performance at Bistro 72 will take place on Friday, November 27th at 7pm. To make reservations for that evening, click here or call 631.369.2200

To learn more about Jeff’s music visit jeffleblancmusic.com and to check out when he and other artists will be coming to Bistro 72 visit our live entertainment calendar.

A North Fork Thanksgiving Dinner

Traditional pumpkin pie cooking process

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching and there’s nothing like being surrounded by family and loved ones and celebrating with great food. This is the time of year when seconds isn’t frowned upon. After all, that’s what new year’s resolutions are for. So let’s make the most of the season and talk turkey, the star of every Thanksgiving dinner.

At Bistro 72 we give you tasty Thanksgiving turkey without all the work. Our Thanksgiving Dinner will feature all the comforts of home with sliced roast turkey and homemade gravy served with mashed potatoes, sweet potato au gratin, sauteed carrots, homemade stuffing and cranberry compote.

“Try changing up your Thanksgiving dinner accompaniments with my Sweet Potato Au Gratin dish. Yams have long been on every family’s Turkey Day table, but this recipe is sure to make those gobbling mouths smile.” says Bistro 72’s Executive Chef, James Junk.

No Thanksgiving dinner would be complete without dessert. You can choose between pumpkin pie and a caramel cobbler ala mode. Ah and yes, it wouldn’t be a North Fork Thanksgiving without some vino to round out the meal. So join us for a meal to be thankful for and leave the cooking to us.

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STARTERS

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BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

BISTRO 72 SALAD
Organic Greens, Candied Walnuts, Blueberries, Shaved Red Onion, Poppy Vinaigrette, Goat Cheese Crostini

CAESAR SALAD
Chopped Romaine Lettuce, Crispy Pancetta, Shaved Parmesan, Roasted Tomatoes, Garlic Parmesan Crouton

TRADITIONAL THANKSGIVING DINNER

SLICED ROAST TURKEY
Breast Meat with Homemade Gravy

Served with

MASHED POTATOES,
SWEET POTATO AU GRATIN,
SAUTEED CARROTS,
HOMEMADE STUFFING,
CRANBERRY COMPOTE

DESSERTS
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CARAMEL APPLE COBBLER ALA MODE
Seasonal Fresh Berries

PUMPKIN PIE

Caramelized Bananas, French Vanilla Ice Cream, Candied Nuts, Caramel Sauce, Whipped Cream

FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE GATEAU
Whipped Cream, Mint, Grand Marnier-infused Raspberry Coulis


$37 PER PERSON, PLUS TAX, GRATUITY NOT INCLUDED

$9 CHILD, PLUS TAX, ENTREE ONLY, KID’S DRINK & ICE CREAM DESSERT

RECOMMENDED LONG ISLAND WINES

RAPHAEL VINEYARDS SAUVIGNON BLANC 2014 $10/$38

KONTOKOSTA WINERY BLUM MERLOT $12/$43

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