tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71823951585380287922024-03-12T23:12:10.563-07:00Little Miss LocavoreLittle Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.comBlogger223125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-40210109838065761762017-08-20T22:53:00.001-07:002017-08-20T22:53:43.468-07:00A Magical Escape to the Fogo Island Inn<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
I usually solely blog about restaurants, but after staying at the Fogo Island Inn for 3 magical days, I feel compelled to share my experience.</div>
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The Fogo Island Inn is located in Newfoundland, Canada's easternmost province. There is no doubt that the inn is a travel destination, as it entails a flight to Newfoundland, and then a 4-5 hour drive from the airport (either in Deer Lake or St. John's) to catch the hour-long ferry that brings you to Fogo. Do not let the travel deter you, it is more than worth it! <br />
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The Inn has attracted a lot of attention over the past year, being ranked 12th in Travel and Leisure Magazine's 2017 "Top 100 Hotels in the World" list and received the title of Best Hotel Resort in Canada as judged by the magazine's readers. So how has this tiny island pretty much at the edge of the earth managed to accomplish such a feat? It all began with Zita Cobb, a native of the island who became a very successful businesswoman and social entrepreneur. After years on the mainland working in the tech industry, Zita decided that it was time to turn her mind to philanthropic work and give back to her hometown of Fogo. She founded the Shorefast Foundation in 2003, a charitable organization that uses a new model for cultural and economic resilience for small communities, using Fogo Island as the focus of their work. Among other things, the Shortfast Foundation laid the foundations for the construction of the Fogo Island Inn, a geotourism initiative, that was built in 2013. Since then, it has attracted thousands of tourists to the island and worked wonders in putting Fogo and Newfoundland on the world stage map. <br />
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Even from afar, it is not hard to understand why the Fogo Island Inn has become such a success story. The architecture is stunning and its location, perched on a foundation of rocks peering out over the Atlantic Ocean, is awe-inspiring. There is also the appeal of its remoteness, of really being able to "get away from it all" which may be the draw for celebrities like Gwenyth Paltrow and our very own prime minister Justin Trudeau.<br />
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But I would argue that you cannot even get close to understanding how special the Fogo Island Inn is until you experience it for yourself. The true charm and wonder of the Inn lies not in the physical structure of the Inn, but in the hospitality that lies between its 4 walls. The Inn is largely staffed by locals, who take great pride in their island and all it has accomplished. The sense of authenticity rings true everywhere you turn.<br />
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The Inn does not offer extravagant luxury but instead provides guests with a quaint setting that will immediately make you feel like as though you are returning home. Most of the furniture, including the beautiful quilts, are handmade by locals and the decor is reminiscent of traditional outport Newfoundland with colourful knit cushions and mismatched wallpaper.<br />
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Service is extremely friendly and honours the warm hospitality that Newfoundland is known for. You will always find locals who act as "concierges" sitting at a table near the dining room on the main floor who will happily share all of the island's best kept secrets with you and ensure that you have everything you need for your day ahead. From access to one of the Inn's many vans, to a picnic lunch, to an island tour with one of the locals, everything is included in the cost of your stay and offered with open arms. <br />
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The dining space at the Inn where guests enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner (again, all included in the cost) is simply decorated such that it does not detract from the beauty of the ocean that lies just outside the floor to ceiling window at the front of the room. Watching the sun set over the ocean at dinner will become one of the unforgettable memories of your stay. The food focuses on local ingredients, including traditional Newfoundland ingredients like partridgeberries, bakeapples and, of course, cod fish. The food comes beautifully presented, without being too fussy, and the small menu offers dishes to suit a variety of tastes, from fish and chips to more healthy vegetarian fare. The menus were a la carte for breakfast and lunch, with a 3 course menu for dinner. We heard through the grapevine that here is likely to change in the next few months, when there will be the introduction of a tasting menu, and a more informal "crab boil" option that will be offered in a new dining space in a new building that as still under construction during our stay. Pictured below are selected dishes from our stay, with many omissions such as their infamous fish and chips for lunch, and our family-style shellfish dinner where we were served bottomless plates of fresh crab and lobster!<br />
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Make sure that you take some time during your stay to explore the island. From beautiful hikes, to scenic drives, to cod jigging in the ocean, you will not be bored. And, if all you want to do is relax, you will be very content to sit in your room staring out at the ocean. <br />
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<br />Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-55179603309710592392017-08-13T22:50:00.002-07:002017-08-13T22:50:23.281-07:00The Search for Perfection at Chicago's Grace<b>Reservation required? </b> YES- Make sure you book this 3-star well in advance (give yourself at least a month or two) to snag a seat at in this small, intimate space. <br />
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<b>Atmosphere: </b>Grace is on the more formal end of the Michelin star establishments we have dined at, with most men in jackets (with or without tie) and many women in long gowns. The colour scheme is neutral (beige, white, black) and furnishings are very simple with 2-seater booths on one side and generously-spaced circular tables filling the rest of the small room. The semi-open kitchen is right at the back, and if you are lucky you might be offered a tour at the conclusion of your meal. <br />
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<b>Service:</b> Despite the very formal decor, the service is very approachable. Both our server and sommelier were very open to chatting about the food, entertaining our questions and making our evening very enjoyable. Having said that, the service was executed like clock work, with our dishes being placed on the table in perfect synchrony, our water and wine glasses]s being filled at all times, and very precise spacing between dishes. <br />
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<b>Food: </b>There are two choices at Grace, the "Flora" (vegetable) and "Fauna" (meat/seafood) tasting menus. There are also wine pairings available, which I would highly recommend. The pairings are not excessive in quantity (about 2.5-3 glasses total) with a nice variety of styles and vintages. The tasting menus offer about 10-12 courses, starting with a few bites, then some lighter dishes, followed by a couple more substantial savoury dishes, then ending with 3 sweet dishes. We left feeling full but not overstuffed. Grace does not do "showy" food (no liquid nitrogen to be found here) but the dishes are anything but boring. Chef Duffy is a master with using complex flavours and textures such that every single bite offers a new surprise. There are flavours from multiple different backgrounds (thai, italian, french) and his use of herbs and spices is ingenious. I was very impressed with the creativity behind the food and the spectacular presentation. <br />
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Grace is a truly special place. It combines traditional formality with the congenial, approachable service that diners have come to appreciate. The experience is rounded out with creative and thought-provoking food inspired by flavours from around the world. It is clear that Chef Duffy sets very high standards for his work and expects the same from those who work with him. It was an honour to dine at an establishment that strives for such perfection for its guests.<br />
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<br />Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-18495053660552070332017-08-13T22:29:00.000-07:002017-08-13T22:29:05.261-07:00Pushing the Boundaries of the Imagination at Alinea<b>Reservations required? </b> YES, in fact you will need to buy tickets for Alinea, with booking opening in the middle of the month, 2 months prior to your requested time. Tickets for the whole month sell out within minutes. Despite being on the minute the tickets were released, we got seats in the Salon at our preferred time but could not get near the Gallery. Snagging a seat in the Gallery likely takes a more liberal choice of dates and a good stroke of luck! To reserve the Chef's Table, you will need a group of 6, or alternatively a smaller number who are willing to cover the cost of the six seats. <br />
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<b>Atmosphere: </b> The Alinea intrigue begins the moment you get to the door and wonder if you are at the right place. You are greeted by 2 heavy black doors, with no identifying sign to be found. After stepping into a small foyer where a friendly face will greet you and confirm that you have indeed made it to the right place, you are led into a second room that houses the Gallery downstairs and the Salon upstairs (divided into 2 smaller rooms. The furniture and wall decor is fairly muted, but our table was kept alive all night with a procession of surprises, starting with a bowl of oranges that would be brought alive with dry ice, then a bowl of salt that as caught on fire, and finished off with an edible balloon. There will not be a dull moment.<br />
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<b>Service: </b> The wait staff at Alinea have mastered the ability to keep the service down to earth and fun, while still maintaining the level of finesse that is expected at a three-michelin star establishment. The servers knew every component of every dish (quite a feat when food is this complex!), the sommelier expertly guided us through the wine list and helped us choose the perfect bottle of wine, and food arrived out the of kitchen at a synchronized and precise pace. Despite this level of attention to detail, every server we met seemed more than happy to drop by for a chat, joke around and genuinely seem thrilled that we were in our glee. We left feeling like we had made a new group of friends.<br />
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<b>Food:</b> Grant Achatz and his team are producing food that is magical, whimsical and playful, while still maintaining a degree of sophistication, elegance and grace. Each of our dishes in our tasting menu was perfectly executed and the meal as a whole sought to stimulate all the sense. Aromatics were placed on the table to compliment and highlight the flavours in the food being served, and a few dishes had a "finger food" to bring in a tactile component. Achatz' team is anything but simple. Take one look at his cookbook, and you will learn that every dish he creates has no less than 5 different parts, which each have 10-20 ingredients in them. as such, every bite is bound to be a very pleasant surprise.<br />
Here is a peak at the dishes that we enjoyed. As we were told by one of our servers, every dish is in constant evolution so you are unlikely to have the same meal from one week, or even one day, to the next. For a completely new menu, we were told to wait about 4 months between visits, after which most dishes (except the balloon!) should be completely new. <br />
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<i><b>Spear- avocado, coriander</b></i><br />
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<br />Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-45165854530284838522017-06-11T23:07:00.002-07:002017-06-11T23:07:56.332-07:00Drinks and Snacks in Kits? Try Cacao UpstairsI have previously written about my fondness for Cacao, bringing Latin American food to Kits (see my full review <a href="http://littlemisslocavore.blogspot.ca/2017/01/a-taste-of-latin-america-in-kits-at.html">here</a>). I was therefore delighted to hear about the opening of its new summer addition, a patio on the second floor aptly names "Cacao Upstairs". <br />
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The space has a small indoor seating area beside the bar, complete with a smart looking fish tank (find Nemo and you may get a free drink!), as well as limited outdoor seating overlooking West 1st. We had the whole space to ourselves on a late Sunday evening two weeks after opening, but we were told that business picks up quite a bit more during happy hour (5-7pm, Thursday-Sunday). <br />
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The patio has a limited menu of small sharing dishes or "snacks" in contrast to the more elaborate tasting menu in the downstairs space, as well as a nice collection of house-made cocktails. All cocktails have a nice description accompanying the name to help you find what you are looking for (ex. sweet, bitter, sour, etc). Some of the dishes were familiar from our downstairs experience, but are adapted to share. The Cacao menu is usually changed up every month or so, and expect the upstairs to follow suit. <br />
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For those looking for a quieter, more "grown up" patio after a day at the back, Cacao Upstairs is for you. Cacao has already proven itself to be a great spot for lunch and dinner, so I have every reason to believe that they will be just as successful in this new venture! </div>
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<br />Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-38571552608314755412017-05-27T14:57:00.001-07:002017-05-27T14:57:41.753-07:00A Must-Go in Tofino: Wolf in the Fog<b>Reservations required?</b> YES- With all of the great press this place has been getting, you had better book ahead to avoid disappointment, especially in the summer months. We booked a month ahead (albeit on the May long weekend) and could only snag a 10pm reso. Walks ins are accepted, but I would not take chances!<br />
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<b>Atmosphere:</b> Wolf in the Fog has the perfect balance- not too fancy for ultracasual Tofino yet still very smartly decorated to make you feel like you are having a special night out. Dress remains very low-key (who wants to get all dressed up after surfing the whole day?) so no need to stray far from jeans and a t-shirt. The room is divided into tow levels, with a bar on the lower floor and a sizeable dining room with a large patio for additional outdoor seating above. There is also a very well-stocked bar on the far wall just adjacent to the semi-open kitchen. There are tables for two and four, as well as a large communal table through the middle to increase dining capacity. Decor is quite simple, with lots of wood and beach/surfing-inspired photography. All plates are charmingly mismatched (apparently staff pick them up at local flee markets on their days off) and waitstaff are dressed in all different patterns of plaid. <br />
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<b>Service:</b> The service at Wolf in the Fog was particularly noteworthy, thanks in large part to our excellent server. Despite it being their busiest nights of 2017, our server remained extremely energetic, enthusiastic and passionate from the beginning to the end of our meal. He had a wealth of knowledge about the food and the wine, and was able to rhyme off every ingredient in every dish without the blink of an eye. Even with the packed house, our food came out in good time and we were checked in on often. <br />
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<b>Food/drink:</b> Wolf in the Fog has an impressive drink list. It starts with a thoughtful and well composed bar list with everything from creative house cocktails to "dressed up brews" (beer cocktails) to dessert cocktails and, most notably, their punch bowls which couples can drink simultaneously through straws on either side. They also have a sophisticated wine list with a great selection of wines from all over BC. <br />
The menu can be tackled in many ways. Diners can opt to order a small plate and a main for themselves, or order a bunch of dishes to share. The menu is divided into "snacks" (don't let this fool you, some of these are still pretty sizeable), "small plates", "plates to share" (the largest, all meat and fish dishes) and sides. There are a number of vegetarian options offered, including the "green soul" (a vegetarian daily creation) and a small dessert menu. And don't forget the "six pack for the kitchen" that will garner you a loud cheer from the kitchen!<br />
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Here are the dishes we enjoyed (sorry, so were taken after we had already dug in!<br />
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<b><i>Cedar Sour- cedar infused rye, lemon, thyme, egg white</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Samosa- nettle & english pea, chutney</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Black Apron Beef Tartare- matsutake mushrooms, radish, black garlic</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Bread with goat cheese and olive hummus</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Chopped Kale & Grains- nuts, seeds, fresh cheese, camelina dressing</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Hot Smoked Char- asparagus, ramps, creme fraiche, roe, crouton</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Spruce Cured Tuna- radish, spruce mayo, cucumber, lemon olive oil</i></b><br />
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<b><u>Overall Verdict?</u></b><br />
Wolf in the Fog deserves every ounce of the hype it is getting in the foodie news. They have managed to keep themselves approachable (important in ultra laid back Tofino) while making food that is exciting and expertly executed. They are lucky to have such great ingredients to work with on Vancouver Island and we are lucky that they know how to make them shine. <br />
There are so many great reasons to travel to Tofino and Wolf in the Fog is definitely one of them!<br />
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<a href="https://www.zomato.com/tofino-bc/wolf-in-the-fog-tofino" target="_blank" title="View Menu, Reviews, Photos & Information about Wolf in the Fog, Tofino and other Restaurants in Tofino"><img alt="Wolf in the Fog Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato" src="https://www.zomato.com/logo/16671434/biglink" style="border: none; height: 146px; padding: 0; width: 200px;" /></a>Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-62327050519678121242017-05-14T22:43:00.000-07:002017-05-14T22:45:57.036-07:00"Noma Two Ways": Noma MexicoHere is the latter part of a two-part blog post on our experiences at Noma over the past year (click <a href="http://littlemisslocavore.blogspot.ca/2017/05/noma-two-ways-noma-copenhagen.html">here</a> to see part one about our visit to Noma Copenhagen). Detailing them back to back really puts Redzepi and his team's talent into perspective, and the . It is hard to believe that the same chef conceptualized these two tasting menus, with vastly different ingredients, cooking techniques and presentations. For his food at Noma Mexico, Redzepi and his team learned about the bounty of Mexico from the locals (farmers, foragers, chefs and of course, tortilla makers), then created his menu using a mix of traditional and novel techniques to create a jaw-dropping 15 course meal as you will see below. <br />
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Noma Mexico is Noma's 3rd pop-up restaurant, and the first to open after the closing of the original Noma in Copenhagen. His other two pop-ups in Sydney and Tokyo were huge successes so it is not surprising he went for a 3rd. The location in Tulum was a bit more of a gamble in terms of remoteness of location, but nonetheless, it easily sold out within a few hours. It goes to speak to the following that Rene Redzepi has garnered all around the globe. <br />
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<b>Atmosphere: </b>Noma Mexico was literally located in the middle of the jungle, with an open air dining room and kitchen. Aside from a small Noma sign and a few casually dressed hostesses, you would never know that one of the best restaurant's in the world had set up shop. Upon entering, guests walk through sand (high heels ere discouraged!) past a small bar and back to the "dining room" with wooden tables with a backdrop of jungle foliage. The kitchen was located right at the back, notable for a large Mexican-inspired oven on display for all to see, and then a closed kitchen where Redzepi's staff was plugging away under his direction (from our table, we could hear every word!). <br />
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<b>Service:</b> Redzepi brought his Noma staff with him from Copenhagen and we recognized quite a few familiar faces from our meal at Noma Copenhagen. In addition to the Noma staff, Redzepi enlisted the help of some locals, most notably some Mexican women in traditional dress in the kitchen making tortillas. The quality of service was similar to that in Copenhagen with a few excusable slip-ups (we were delivered the first dish twice in error) which was understandable since we dined with them during their first week of service. In general, the staff seemed like they were having a lot of fun in their new surroundings, feeding into the more relaxed and low-key vibe at Noma Mexico.<br />
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<b>Food/drink:</b> Tickets to Noma Mexico included a 15 course tasting menu (constantly evolving) plus beverage pairings. The beverage pairings consisted of a mix of alcoholic drinks, including a mix of beer, wine and spirits, and some non-alcoholic juices that all paired beautifully with the dishes. After our meal, we were escorted over to the bar where we were offered another 3 options for cocktails, specially crafted for the evening.<br />
The 15-course tasting menu was remarkably different than our Noma dinner in Copenhagen, as it was completely grounded in ingredients from the region. I was treated to ingredients, spices and flavours that I had never before encountered. It seems pretty risky to create a menu with unfamiliar ingredients, but Redzepi nailed every single dish. I felt excited and intrigued from start to finish, and by the end had even more respect for Redzepi and his staff's enormous talent. <br />
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Here is a look at the dishes Hubby and I enjoyed:<br />
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<b><i>Pinuela and tamarind</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Melon clam from the Sea of Cortez</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Salute with dried tomatoes and chapulines</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Cold masa broth with line and all the flowers of the moment</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Young coconut and caviar</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Tropical fruit and chile de arbol</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Banana ceviche</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Chaya taco with fresh Bahia Falsa oyster</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Giant kelp and mussel michelada</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Fried soft shell crab and fresh milled corn from Yaxunah (pescatarian substitution)</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Chocolate from native Jaguar cacao and Mixe chile</i></b><br />
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<b><u>Overall impression:</u></b><br />
This dinner was one of my most memorable I have had to date . The surroundings were spectacular (how often do you eat a Michelin star meal in the jungle?) and the ingredients and flavours were so different from anything that I had experienced before. The fact that Redzepi and his team could prepare dishes to such a high level with ingredients that they had discovered only weeks before is truly astounding. <br />
Having now dined twice with Redzepi and crew, I must admit that I am now "hooked" and am itching to see what that brilliant mind of his will come up with next.<br />
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<br />Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-16944959777453331862017-05-14T22:42:00.004-07:002017-05-14T22:47:25.757-07:00"Noma Two Ways": Noma Copenhagen<div class="MsoNormal">
This blog post is a long time coming, and in fact, I have been back to Noma a second time since I first visited Noma and drafted this review last August (2016). I can now share my experience at Noma Copenhagen back then, followed by a look at Noma Mexico where I recently dined just last month (April 2017). I hope that by posting the two in sequence, you will gain an appreciation for how truly skilled Redzepi and his team are in working with any ingredient, whether it be a familiar vegetable in Copenhagen, or an exotic plant in Tulum. Heck, they can even make insects approachable and delicious! What I have come to learn is that for them, it is not about transforming ingredients, but instead it is about elevating ingredients and showcasing them to the best of their potential. The flavours they create are novel thought-provoking, moreso than any other place that I have been, and it is this that will keep me following Redzepi wherever he decides to go next! <br />
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This two-part blog will first review our first meal at Noma Copenhagen. Read on to the next post to take a look at Noma Mexico (click <a href="http://littlemisslocavore.blogspot.ca/2017/05/noma-two-ways-noma-mexico.html">here</a> to go there directly).<br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Reservations required?</b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> YOU MISSED YOUR CHANCE:( </span>- Unfortunately, Noma is temporarily closed, and will never again be in its original form. Redzepi and his team are opening in a new location (you can find out more, as well as watch a short visit about Noma past and present <a href="http://noma.dk/the-weather-report/a-very-short-film-about-the-past-present-and-future-of-noma/">here</a>) with no set opening date. </span><br />
Noma has always been one of the toughest reservations in the world to get (Hubby and I tried 3 times and failed to get Noma Copenhagen, and enlisted the help of multiple family members to get Noma Mexico).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> I am sure that when the new Noma opens it will be at least as difficult, if not harder, to snag a reso!</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">***Note- Redzepi has recently opened a new,
more casual restaurant called 108, located fairly close to the old Noma if you are dying to get a taste. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Atmosphere</b>: Noma is located just outside
downtown Copenhagen in an old
historic brick building.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There has just been
a new bridge built that drops you almost at its doorstep but even so, you may walk
right by if you are not purposefully looking for the “Noma” sign.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A little rock garden has been built by the
side underneath the windows to give guests some privacy from curious onlookers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">When you enter the front door, the first
thing that will greet you is its busy kitchen, bustling with its 24 paid staff
and perhaps a few of its 24 interns.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It
is clearly the focal point of the room.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>The décor is quite rustic with exposed wooden beams, wooden tables and
some garlic bulbs decorating the walls.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It is exactly what I would of expected from one of the world’s greatest
locavores.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Plating is also extremely
rustic, with many of the dishes being plated with moss and rocks to simulate
nature.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">At the end of the meal, we had the
privilege of being taken for a tour of the restaurant which, for a foodie like
me, was an absolute dream come true.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>There we saw the kitchen itself (and got a group photo with the staff!),
the barbecue hut out back, the fermentation huts (so cool!) and the test
kitchen, complete with tanks housing the crabs and lobster we ate that night
and an indoor herb garden.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The tour
highlights the incredible amount of work, innovation and talent that goes into
preparing the meal at Noma.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is truly
unparalleled.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Service:</b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><b> </b>
</span>You will meet many servers during the Noma experience, and will also
have some dishes delivered directly by kitchen staff.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Every server is very knowledgeable about
every single ingredient and has a load of passion to back it up.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>One thing that really struck me was the obvious
<span style="color: red;">comradery</span><span style="color: red;"> </span>and team-mindedness between staff at
Noma, something that I have never noticed at other such restaurants.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There were team chants coming from the
kitchen, servers helping each other out and even joking amongst themselves.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This made the overall atmosphere that much
more uplifting and pleasant.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There were
also special touches throughout the service, such as the tour (see above), a
map we were given with suggested restaurants and bars around Copenhagen for
visitors and menus to take home.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Food/drink: </b>The food at Noma is like nothing I
have ever had before.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Noma is not doing
variations on great food like many other Michelin restaurants, but instead are
doing its very own thing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have rarely
felt so excited, inquisitive or challenged by food.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Redzepi, along with Canadian-born head chef Ben Ing, are not in the business of</span> “wowing” with big bursts of flavors
but instead creates very subtle pulses of unami that develop as you eat the
dish.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I tasted things at Noma that I had
never before tasted anywhere else, and may never taste again.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Noma team is constantly experimenting
with dishes, testing out new combinations for fermentation and pushing the
boundaries of creativity.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is all
while using only the finest and freshest locally sourced ingredients, like the
sweetest local crab at our dinner that was killed moments before being prepared
and eaten and the herbs picked moments before being put on our plate.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Noma’s food is about as avant-guard as it
comes without being too flashy or complicated.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Despite the elaborate behind-the-scenes work, every dish maintains a
degree of humility and modesty and, most importantly, put the ingredients at
the forefront.<br />
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Here is a look at our tasting menu (August 2016):<br />
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<b><i>Rhubarb and seaweed</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Vegetable platter- flatbread and ant paste, pickled quail egg, blackberry currant berry</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Radish pie</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Bread and cow's milk butter</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Fresh milk curd, green strawberry and goose tongue leaves</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Crisp of wild roses and danish peas</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Charred green and scallop paste</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Turbot grilled on the bone with sweet shrimp</i></b><br />
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<b><i>A dessert of sheep's milk and ant paste</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Grilled rose ice cream and elderflower</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Moss cooked in chocolate, cep mushroom</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Egg liqueur, wild berries</i></b><br />
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<span lang="EN-US">I had been waiting to dine at Noma for
years and it now seems surreal that I was finally able to experience it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>To tell the honest truth, Noma was not what I
expected.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I simply could not have
conceptualized such food before actually getting the chance to taste it for
myself.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It opened my eyes to a whole new
world of cooking that Redzepi and his team have created and continue to
evolve.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have never been so curious to
discover where a chef and his team team will go next and I cannot wait to
follow along.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Noma truly is the
experience of a lifetime.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-80302540652643051712017-04-01T23:31:00.000-07:002017-04-01T23:31:00.020-07:00West-Coast Cuisine with Peruvian and Japanese Flair at AncoraAncora, which replaced "C" restaurant a year and a half ago, puts an interesting twist on the typical West Coast cuisine that is so common around Vancouver with a Peruvian/Japanese twist. While such "fusion" cuisine is sometimes a recipe for disaster, Ancora pulls it off like a pro. On our first visit, we sampled their sushi, while on the second visit we enjoyed their Peruvian tasting menu (on for the month of March). Both meals were fantastic, so clearly they do both very well.<br />
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<b>Atmosphere</b>: Located right on False Creek, it is a beautiful walk from Kits or Yaletown. It is situated right on the false creek seawall, with beautiful views of the water from their big front windows. We cannot wait to check out their beautiful patio in the summer. There are two floors to the restaurant, and I would recommend asking for the bottom floor when booking for the nicest views. It is a very busy spot, so I recommend asking early as I suspect the window seats go fast. The decor is upscale, moreso than most places in Vancouver, but not uptight. Whether you arrive in formalwear, business casual attire or jeans and a t-shirt, you will be in good company.<br />
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<b>Service</b>: I called the day before to request a change to the main course of the tasting menu to accommodate my pescatarian dietary requirement which the chef kindly agreed to. When we arrived, we were swiftly escorted to our table and within moments of being seated, had water and a delicious assortment of bread. Our server was very efficient and knowledgeable about both our tasting menu's food and wine pairings, and quickly had us going on our tasting menu adventure. The 5 tasting menu dishes came out in fairly rapid sequence, with only 5-10 minutes between dishes even with the very full dining room. They clearly have the kitchen running very efficiently. The whole service was like a well-oiled machine. <br />
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<b>Food and Drink</b>: I appreciated how all the wines on the tasting menu all from the Okanagan which was a nice local contrast to the Peruvian menu. Some selections from more well-known wineries (Mission Hill, Cedar Creek) while others were from much smaller wineries that I had not heard of, that are only distributed to restaurants. The tasting menu pairings were well worth it, and quite a deal at 50$, with a champagne, 2 lovely and contrasting whites, a bold red and a dessert wine. <br />
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In terms of the food, and would first off like to commend Ancora for doing a tasting menu (quite rare in Vancouver!). It as a very well composed menu, not overly filling (quality over quantity) made with local ingredients jazzed up with Peruvian flavours. It was unique, exciting and delicious. <br />
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<i><b>Amuse</b></i>- potato and tuna<br />
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<b><i>Papa a la Huancaina</i></b>- Local potatoes, olive, quail egg, smoked huancaina, herring caviar, kale (aka the perfect winter dish!)<br />
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<b><i>Steelhead Trout "Anticucho"</i></b>- Cilantro pumpkin, pico de gallo, skin chicharron<br />
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<b><i>Hot Stone Squid and Prawn Ceviche</i></b>- Calamari, Peruvian chilies, miso, nori puffs<br />
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<b><i>Short Rib Seco</i></b>- Peruvian quinoa, pickled shallots, bean purre, baby carrots (also delicious with the ling cod they substituted for me)<br />
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<b><i>Picarones</i></b>- Almonds, spices ice cream, dulce de leche<br />
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<b><u>Overall Verdict? </u></b><br />
The Peruvian tasting menu was unique, satisfying and delicious, and I really hope that they plan to continue it into April. Ancora shines in all respect, from its smart decor, to its polished service, to its exciting and varied menu. Based on my visits, you cannot go wrong with either its raw food bar or its main menu, or, ideally, a mix of both. I predict that Ancora will quickly rise to the top of the Vancouver food scene, as it rightly should!<br />
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<br />Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-90553299434202851772017-01-21T15:08:00.002-08:002017-01-21T15:10:13.616-08:00Casual Eats At East Van's CrowbarThis corner at Kingsway and Fraser is becoming a foodie's dream come true. Solvio Volpe, Faux Bourgeois, Sal y Limon and now Crowbar which we checked out last weekend<br />
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Atmosphere: Crowbar is a tiny space with a few tables against the far wall and the rest of the seating around the bar. We were initially told it would be at least 30min to get in as a large group had snagged all of the tables. Fortunately we persevered and went back 10 min later after realizing that others restaurant in the area (the always-packed Solvio Volpe and ever-popular Faux Bourgeois) were also at capacity and we managed to get the two bar stools facing the semi-open kitchen. In my mind, they are the best seats in the house, right next to the heater which was key on this cold winter's night, and with a prime view of the chef prepping our dishes. I was a fan of the decor as well, with spirit and champagne bottles behind the bar, and even a saber knife to open the bottles with! The super-chill vibe is great for a low-key drink and meal any night of the week.<br />
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Service: Crowbar has a small but mighty team, with just one chef in the kitchen, one bartender and a few others to do all of the other jobs. They clearly have a pretty good system worked out, as we were seated, served drinks and had food in front of us in near record time. We were asked several times how we were doing and how we were enjoying everything, and they gave us great menu suggestions. For a small crew, these guys got it together.<br />
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Food: Crowbar has a small menu that changes very frequently (often weekly) with 8-10 small plates and 2-3 larger plates, all mean to share. There is also "dealer's choice" pasta and risotto options, and we were told that the chef has ins with some of the pasta makers in the city. There is a nice mix of veg, fish and meat dishes to please just about any diner. The dishes we enjoyed were all very easy to split between the two of us.<br />
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Suffice it to say that all of the dishes we shared (6 in total) were amazing. Both the conception and the execution were spot on. It is pretty remarkable that one chef could pull all of this off solo. What talent! Here is a sneak peek, minus the delicious vegetarian winter pasta with buckwheat noodles, potato and cabbage in a creamy sauce which we dove into before snapping a picture.<br />
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<b><u>Overall verdict?</u></b><br />
Crowbar far exceeded our expectations and it is certainly in the running to become on our new Friday night haunts with its super chill and casual vibe. It adds to an already great food scene, and is the perfect compliment to the more upscale Solvio Volpe and Faux Bourgeois. Crowbar's food can compete with the best of the best in Vancouver, and should not overlooked. This is a place I will definitely find myself again soon!<br />
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<br />Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-15212105995975413842017-01-20T23:34:00.000-08:002017-01-20T23:34:01.562-08:00A Taste of Latin America in Kits at CacaoThere have been many new restaurants popping up around Kits recently, including this tiny little space on Cypress near Cornwall. I recently visited with friends in early January, a few months after its opening. <br />
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<b>Atmosphere:</b> This new little space located near Kits beach on Cypress is in a great area, surrounded by other restaurants in a quiet hub off busy West 4th Ave. The room is certainly very intimate, with barely 20 seats to its name with fairly sparse decor and wooden tables. Looking back toward the semi-open kitchen at the back of the space, you can occasionally catch glimpses of Chef Alvarez surfacing out of the back to put the finishing touch on dishes before sending plates out. <br />
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<b>Service:</b> There were a few hiccups at the beginning (a harried-looking server clearly did not have my reservation noted but they managed to find us a table) but these things are excusable considering the place just opened last month. One thing that was rather obvious that they need to start working on is the pace of the meal, as not everyone will enjoy 3+ hours for a 6 course dinner. There was a full house on the Thursday night of our visit so perhaps more staff is needed as weeknights get busier? I did appreciate the genuine excitement that the servers had for the dishes when they were brought to our table, and appreciated the chef coming to get our reviews at the end of the meal.<br />
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<b>Food/drink:</b> Cacao has a small wine menu (quite pricey) but I would recommend choosing from their unique drink menu with latin-inspired drinks with recommended alcoholic options. The basil drink I had was delicious and refreshing, and my friends really enjoyed others off the same menu. The food menu is offered with a la carte dishes, but we chose their tasting menu (5 courses + dessert). We had the option of letting the chef choose our dishes, or crafting our own 5 courses menu from the a la carte offerings and we chose the latter (3 smaller plates and 2 mains). Since they had only 1 pescatarian main, they kindly made one of the meat mains into a vegetarian dish for me. The presentation of the dishes was remarkable, and each dish had a very impressive number of balanced components that worked together to create harmonious dishes.<br />
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The menu changes regularly based on seasonality, with slight adjustments have already been made in the 2 weeks since we have been there. Here are the dishes that we enjoyed in our 3 tasting menus:<br />
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<b><i>Overall Verdict?</i></b><br />
Cacao exceeded my expectations and the more I think back to it, the more I like it. I hope this is the beginning of more casual tasting menus popping up in the city. The most redeeming quality is how novel the ingredients and the flavour combinations are, making it vastly different than anything else I have tasted in Vancouver. Chef Alvarez has created a unique, well-crafted menu that weaves Latin flavours into Pacific northwest fare. This may just be the most exciting meal I have had in Vancouver and I cannot wait to go back!<br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Atmosphere</b>: Per Se is located on the top
floor of a swanky shopping plaza which also houses its sister shop, Thomas
Keller’s Bouchon Bakery. Restaurants in malls and hotels usually ring some
alarm bells in my mind, but once I walked through the majestic blue doors at
Per Se’s entrance, all my worries were put to rest.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A classy bar area acts as a corridor into the
lavish dining room, split into two levels and decorated with the utmost
elegance. Hubby and I were fortunate enough to be seated at a spacious table
for two by the window, overlooking the lights of the New York streets below. Although
the room was grand in its décor, its relatively small size allowed it to
maintain a certain level of intimacy, which made for the perfect romantic
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Service</b>:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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professional and personable.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> When making our reservation, w</span>e had told
them that this was our anniversary dinner, and throughout the night, every
server who came to our table wished us well on our special day and even knew
which year of anniversary it was.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When
our menus arrived at our table, our names and a “happy anniversary” greeting was
written at the top and we received a glass of champagne as a
celebratory gesture.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our main server was
extremely personable and, despite a busy dinner service, took time to chat with
us on several occasions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Likewise, the
sommelier was delightful and helped us choose an excellent bottle of wine to
accompany our dinner.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not a ounce of
pretention to be found throughout the flawless service.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Food</b>: There are two tasting menus to choose
from- a Chef’s Tasting (Hubby’s Choice) and a Vegetable Tasting (my
choice).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There is no better time to do a
vegetable tasting menu then in the middle of summer when all the produce is at
its best, and the team at Per Se showcased it perfectly.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Corn, peas, tomato, melon and much more, were used
to make innovative, imaginative and playful dishes that screamed summer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Hubby’s menu was similarly creative, with a
nice mix of summer veg, fish and meat (supplements of truffle, wagyu and foie
gras were available at extra cost).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We
noted a few repeat dishes from our meal at the French Laundry last year (salmon
cone, oyster and pearls, coffee and doughnuts) but I kind of enjoyed seeing
Keller’s all time favorites appear again to provide some continuity between
dining experiences.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A word of “warning”-
save LOTS of room for dessert because it just keeps on coming and coming!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US">Here is a peak at our nine course anniversary feast: </span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><i>Oyster and Pearls</i>- "Sabayon" of pearl tapioca with island creek oysters and sterling white sturgeon caviar</b></span></div>
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<b><i>"Terrine" of Hudson Valley Moulard Duck Foie Gras</i></b>- rolled oat "tile", black fission figs, celery branch salad and greek yogurt served with toasted brioche</div>
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<b><i>Sauteed Fillet of Meditarranean Lubina</i></b>- bluefoot mushrooms, broccoli rabe and "beurre rouge"</div>
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<b><i>Butter Poached Nova Scotia Lobster</i></b>- roasted artichoke tapenade, garlic scapes and moroccan olive puree</div>
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<b><i>Thomas Farm's Squab</i></b>- Brentwood corn pudding, sicilian pistacios, ruby beets and "sauce perigourdine"</div>
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<b><i>Saddle of Elysian Fields Farm's Lamb</i></b>- slow roasted eggplant "lasagna", petite basil, "papered" and "j'eau d'agneau"</div>
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<b><i>Meadow Creek Dairy's "Grayson"</i></b>- Hobb's Shore's bacon, Frog Hollow Carm's apricots, english walnuts and belgian endive marmalade</div>
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<b><i>Sweet Corn Sorbet</i>- haricots verts, togarashi spiced cashews and hass avocado puree</b></div>
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<b><i>Salad of Compressed Summer Melon</i></b>- french breakfast radishes, lemon cucumbers, candied peanuts and pickled chilies</div>
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<b><i>"Tartelette" of greenmarket squash</i></b>- smoked eggplant ricotta, marinated tomatoes and garlic scape "tempura"</div>
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<b><i>Tamari Glazed Trumpet Royale Mushroom-</i></b> snow pea "emince", young ginger cream and shishito pepper "aioli"</div>
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<b><i>Norwich Meadows Farm's Pole Beans</i></b>- fingerling potatoes, melted holland leeks, "soubise" and "sauce goulash"</div>
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<b><i>Mascarpone enriched sunchoke "agnolotti"</i></b>- cocktail artichokes, parisian carrots, pearl onions and "barigole" emulsion</div>
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<b><i>Nettle Meadow Farm's "Kunik"</i></b>- slow roasted by beets and english walnut "linzer"</div>
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<span lang="EN-US">Our experience at Per Se exceeded my expectations all around, and surprisingly I enjoyed it even more than the French Laundry.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The romantic ambience made it the perfect setting for our anniversary dinner and our night was made extra special by the very hospitable service staff.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My summer vegetable tasting menu was sublime, and showed that simple vegetables can be transformed into a complete, phenomenal meal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is a dining experience not to be missed.</span></div>
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Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-73491073815207254122016-08-21T00:22:00.001-07:002016-08-21T00:22:23.766-07:00Vegetable-Focused Genius at Brooklyn's Semilla<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">+1 718-782-3474</span></span><br />
<span lang="EN-US">http://www.semillabk.com/#dinner</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Reservation required?</b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This one Michelin star restaurant is a fairly
easy reservation to get, and on the Tuesday night that we were there, there was
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Atmosphere:</b> After a few nights of fine
dining, Semilla was a welcome, refreshing change for us.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It is located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, which is a
pretty easy subway ride away from downtown Manhattan.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The street it is located on is pretty nondescript (and maybe just a bit sketchy), dotted with a mix of fast
food chains, repair shops and convenience stores.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Keep your eyes peeled for a small metal sign
hanging above Semilla’s doorway (it is easy to miss in the dark).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Inside, you will find a very fun atmosphere,
with loud music and a hip U-shaped counter that extends around the
kitchen.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The décor is basic, with a few
trendy elements scattered around the room (like a bunch of garlic hanging in
the corner).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> The</span> high
stools around the counter are pretty close together, so</span> be prepared to sit snuggly next
to your dining partners.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You will also be well entertained by watching
the small but mighty team of chefs preparing your food in a cramped kitchen at
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Service: </b>I am quite amazed at how such a
small staff of chefs and servers is able to accommodate 18 guests at a time and
do it so effortlessly.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There is one main
hostess who does everything from greeting guests to laying out cutlery to
clearing and serving dishes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The chefs,
who already have their hands full preparing the food, also serve many of the
dishes, including the head chef Josa Ramirez-Riz himself, which allows you to get your
questions answered by those who know the food best.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The sole sommelier, who also does many other
odd jobs throughout the service, did an amazing job selecting special drink
pairings for our dinner, including a 1990 Riesling from Germany and an
interesting port-like Chardonnay.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Everyone working here is clearly passionate about what they do and hardworking
beyond belief.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And a special surprise-
you will receive a copy of the night’s menu the next day via PDF to bring back
the good memories.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Food:</b> Semilla calls their food
“vegetable-focused”, meaning that vegetables form the basis for the dishes. On any given night, there
may be some seafood or meat thrown in (we had cuttlefish and scallops) but the
vegetables are clearly where its at here.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>If anyone can make a carnivore love vegetables, it would be Chef Ramirez-Ruiz.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The way he is able to use seasonal vegetables
(think summer peas, beans, mushrooms and rhubarb woven throughout) and a
generous portion of fresh herbs to make dishes that were evocative, creative
and downright delicious, was absolutely astonishing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The 8-10 course tasting menu is guaranteed to
delight and satisfy vegetarian and meat eater alike (including meat-loving Hubby!).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>There were a few standout dishes that were knock-outs, beating out the
dishes I had at 3-Michelin meals on the same trip.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And I feel the need to make a special mention
of the made-in-house bread (sourdough and potato on the night of our visit)-
hands down the best bread I have ever had, and I made such a fuss about it that
Chef Ramirez-Ruiz brought us along a second helping!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">Here is a peak at the dishes we enjoyed on our visit (only one tasting menu option available, but they will accommodate vegetarian requests/allergies with advanced notice). You may not see these same dishes again as the menu is constantly evolving to keep pace with seasonally-available ingredients.</span></span><br />
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<b><i> Kohlrabi and green pea soup with trout roe</i></b><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><b><u>Overall verdict?</u></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "cambria"; font-size: 12.0pt;">I would (and will) go back to Semilla over and
over again to see what other amazing vegetable creations Chef Ramirez-Ruiz has up
his sleeve. Surprisingly, Hubby the self-professed carnivore, feels exactly the same way and maintains that Semilla is among the best 1-stars he has ever been to. This speaks to Chef Ramirez-Ruiz talent in showcasing vegetables in new and interesting ways, and to the fun and vibrant vibe that Semilla emits. </span><span style="font-family: "cambria"; font-size: small;">For the price (85$ for the 10
course meal), Semilla really cannot be topped. Semilla is certainly one to watch in the coming years as it is no doubt destined for more </span><span style="font-family: "cambria";">great things to come.</span><br />
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Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-87235640254863127652016-08-21T00:22:00.000-07:002016-08-21T00:24:28.595-07:00Great Food But Little Imagination At New York City's "Le Bernadin"<div class="MsoNormal">
<span lang="EN-US"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">155 W 51st St</span></span><br />
<span lang="EN-US"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">New York, NY </span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">+1 212-554-1515</span><br />
https://www.le-bernardin.com<br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Reservations recommended?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></b>Yes, however not as much so as others in the
city (Eleven Madison Park, Chef’s Table at Brooklyn Fare).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We were able to change our reservation day
about 3 weeks out without an issue (for a 9:30 reservation).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you have your heart set on a particular
time/day though, be sure to reserve well in advance (max 6 weeks ahead).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Atmosphere:</b> Le Bernadin is located near
Times Square, right in the heart of New York City, and is within walking
distance to many theatres, concert shows and late night show venues.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The room at Le Bernadin has the same degree
of extravagance as its surroundings outside, but is much more refined and very
formal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You will note that men must wear
jackets, and many women wear formal dresses.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>The words “pretentious” and “stuffy” come to mind, and despite having
been to many restaurants of the same caliber, I could not help but feel
self-conscious and uneasy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> The only thing comfortable about the experience was the </span>swivel seats and the nice bench for my
purse.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Service: </b>What I have said above pretty much
captures my thoughts on the service as well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Although our servers were all extremely attentive,
there was absolutely no “back and forth” between us, and I would have felt
remiss for trying the ask any questions about the meal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>At other 3-stars, I have felt comfortable asking anything to the servers and even joking around with them, but the servers at Le Bernadin were very guarded
and stiff.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The sommelier was not only
“stiff” but downright rude in my opinion.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>She seemed unimpressed with our wine selection (too inexpensive
perhaps?), and when Hubby mistakenly coughed after having the first sip of our
wine, she seemed quite offended and we barely saw her for the rest of the
meal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some may say that this is what we
should expect from French service, but we had much more pleasant dining
experiences at Michelin restaurants in Paris.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>So I don’t buy it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><b>Food:</b> One cannot fault the food at Le
Bernadin.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is prepared to the highest
standards, with the highest quality ingredients and superb technique.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There is no doubt that Eric Ripert is a master
of fish, and makes it the highlight of every plate.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The ingredients he pairs with the seafood
complement it perfectly and elevate its flavours.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>His technique in preparing and cooking the
fish is flawless.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But, just like the
atmosphere and the service, there is a lack of imagination and
personality.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Hubby and I left feeling as
though we had seen similar variations of all of these dishes before and that no
dish really left us feeling awed or inspired.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>The seasonality of the dishes was also lacking, which is a shame
considering the many summer ingredients available at the time of our
visit.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">Here is a look at the Chef's Tasting (prix fixe and a short "Le Bernadin tasting" also available). I called ahead about my pescatarian request and they substituted some of the dishes on the other menus for the meat dishes (*).</span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><b><i>Amuse Bouche:</i></b></span></span><br />
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<b><i>*Seafood truffle pasta (scallop, shrimp, lobster, tagliatelle, black truffle emulsion):- </i></b></div>
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<b><i>*Dover sole (sauteed dover sole, almond-pistacio barberry golden basmati, chardonnay-shallot butter):</i></b></div>
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<b><i>"Black forest" (brandied cherries, whipped vanilla cream, smoked chocolate cremeux):</i></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">While the food itself at Le Bernadin was
virtually flawless in execution, the rest of the experience left a lot to be
desired.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When I spend this kind of money
on a dining experience, I expect to have a great time, but here at Le Bernadin,
fun seems to be discouraged.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Perhaps
this is this degree of formality and “perfection” is enjoyed by some, but I can
think of many other similarly-ranked restaurants where I would rather dine.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This will be my first and last time at Le
Bernadin.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-46796685386335021832016-08-14T23:04:00.002-07:002016-08-14T23:04:57.014-07:00 Eleven Madison Park- NYC's Finest<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">Metropolitan Life North Building, </span><br />
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<b>Reservations required?</b> The reservation standard in NYC is pretty high and Eleven Madison Park is no exception. I srecommend calling the day your reservation opens (28 days ahead) to secure your spot. And do not delay- Hubby and I both called the moment the reservation line opened and it took several tries to finally get through.<br />
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<b>Atmosphere:</b> Located adjacent to Madison Square Gardens right in the centre of it all in NYC, Eleven Madison Park is dressed to impress on all fronts. From its prime location, to the stately building it calls home, to its lavishly decorated entranceway, everything screams luxury and grandeur. Its impressively large dining room is truly a sight to behold, with modern decor on a backdrop of historic elements in this beautiful old building (be sure to look up at the ceiling, it is divine!). We were seated right at the back of the room, seated side by side on a comfortable leather booth that ran across the back wall. We had a great view of the whole room and loved watching the action going on around us in the packed room. <br />
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<b>Service: </b>One might guess that, with such stately and grand surroundings, the service might be stuffy and pretentious, but this could not be farther from the truth. To the contrary, every single server we met over the course of our dinner (there were far too many to count!) was charismatic, personable, welcoming and witty. Their slogan here, "Make It Nice", is written on the back wall of their kitchen. I only know this because where we got invited back there (!!!) to eat a lemon verbena snow cone creation in the middle of our meal (how fun is that?). The staff's commitment to "keeping it fun" is unparalleled, and really made the night extra special, right up until the moment we were handed a goodie bag with granola and beautiful personalized menus on our way out the door.<br />
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<b>Food:</b> With its 3-Michelin star accolades, I did not doubt that the food at Eleven Madison Park would be delicious (and it truly was, down to the last bite). This being a given, what really sets this restaurant apart is its playful, whimsical and interactive presentation. From having our food brought out in a picnic basket that we got to unpack, to having the fruit for our dessert grilled on a tiny grill on our table, to a "matching game" that we got to play as an end to our meal, there were surprises at every turn. Not only as this a fabulously delicious meal, but it was also one of the most entertaining evenings of dining we have experienced. <br />
There is only one set tasting menu offered per night but within that menu, there are some options to make along the way. For multiple courses, guests are given 2-3 different dishes to choose from which can help tailor the tasting menu more to one's individual tastes. In addition to this, they were happy to tailor to my pescatarian request for courses with no such available option. <br />
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Here is a look at our tasting menu. Because of the choice we were given for some courses, Hubby and I would order different dishes then share so we got to try even more dishes!<br />
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<b><i>"Black and White"- savoury cookie with apple and cheddar</i></b><br />
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<b><i>Cucumber with cream cheese and rye</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Cantaloupe with smoked salmon</i></b></div>
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Hubby and I have had our fair share of Michelin-starred meals, and we unanimously agree that Eleven Madison Park is right at the top of out "best ever" list . This should be a "must-go" for all those who love fun, creativity and phenomenal food. This one will keep us excited for a long time to come.<br />
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Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-91243506828621133342016-07-29T12:27:00.004-07:002016-07-29T12:27:54.326-07:00An Intimate 3-Star Experience at Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">200 Schermerhorn St</span><br />
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<b>Reservations recommended?: </b>YES- It took Hubby 200 (YES 200!) tries on the phone, the moment the restaurant opened for reservations for our preferred date (6 weeks ahead). You must be willing to persevere and even then you may not be lucky enough to get a seat. <br />
Note there is no online booking available. <br />
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<b>Atmosphere:</b> Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare is a tiny 18 seat space, in what appeared to be a rather sketchy area of Brooklyn (at least hen we were there before our 9:45 reservation). But don't let that scare you off. Once they quickly lock the door behind you, you will instantly feel as though you are in the best of hands. You will be led to your seat around the stainless steel counter, where you will watch the magical show unfold. With only 4 chefs in the kitchen (including chef Cesar Ramirez himself), it is a perfectly orchestrated display of precision, artistry and unbeatable talent. The intimacy of the space sets Chef's Table apart from other Michelin Star restaurants in its ability to make each guest feel as though they had received a personal invite from Chef Ramirez himself. <br />
One small tip- for those with back/knee issues, you will be pretty tightly squat in against the counter which may not be the most comfortable so yo may wish to request a seat at either end. I did, appreciated the hook for my purse under the counter! <br />
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<b>Service:</b> The service at Chef's Table is second to none. From the moment you walk in the door, you are treated like a part of the family. Chef Ramirez personally came to welcome us, and then returned to check in several times during the meal to ensure that we were enjoying our dishes. The hostess, who stood all night in the centre of the counter (we have yet to figure out how she got in there!) was a delight, and delivered all of our dishes with a brief description and a suggestion on how it should be eaten (all in one bite, with your hands, all components together, etc). The sommelier for the evening was refreshingly down to earth, and took time to come chat with us informally about our stay in New York and give us some touring tips. We were also visited by a new member of the staff who was a fellow Vancouverite. There was no way we could have been made to feel more at home. <br />
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<b>Food:</b> This is the only Michelin Star place I have been yet that does not allow diners to snap shots of their food. It was sad not having any photos to look back on the next day, =but I guess they have their reasons for this rule. Even without pictures though, I can remember each dish, especially my favourites, even without the visual. The food at Chef's Table is fairly simple for the most part, without a lot of bells and whistles attached. Having said that, the dishes are anything but boring. The flavours that are created in the seemingly "simple" dishes are outstanding, especially when you consider the small space and few pieces of equipment that he is working with. There is definitely a focus on seafood here, especially shellfish, but surprisingly my favourite dish was the plate of vegetables prepared on their grill while Hubby's was the beef. It would be difficult to find fault with any of the plates though- the word "perfection" certainly comes to mind.<br />
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<b><u>Overall Verdict?</u></b> <br />
Chef's Table At Brooklyn Fare is a true labor of love for Chef Ramirez, which is evidenced by the fact that he is still there working the line with the other chefs (very admirable) and by the heart and soul that comes through in each of his dishes. The intimate feeling created by all of the staff is unparalleled, and creates a very memorable dining experience. I will certainly have fond memories for a long time to come. <br />
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<b>Atmosphere (4.5/5)</b>- The room at Keefer is refreshing and casual, with simple light wood decor, accented with nice blue banquets. The space is divided into a bar level, with a dining space and the bar with a few high top tables. A few steps down to a lower dining level where we sat. On the night of our visit (around 8:30) the space was only around half full but was actually much busier when we left at around 10:30. The space lends itself well to the early and late night crowd alike, with its great bar and welcoming vibe.<br />
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<b>Service (4.5/5)</b>- Our main server for the evening was extremely personable and engaging. We received a great rundown of the menu and all of our questions were answered. Our dishes were delivered in good time, and our water glasses constantly refilled. I noted that all of our servers seemed to be very passionate about their work and the restaurant in general, which added to the overall experience.<br />
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<b>Food and drink (8.5/10)</b>- There is a handful of cocktails on the menu (plus a few specials), and a small but well thought out selection of wines by the glass and by the bottle, including a good selection of local wines). Few beers on tap (all local) as well.<br />
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The menu is divided into "the cellar" (bar snacks), "wood board" (charcuterie/cheese), "fields and forage" (veggies/fish) and "puddle and pond" (meat). There were also a few feature dishes on the night of our visit, which incorporated ingredients available that particular day/week. Dishes are meant to share, and choosing a few dishes from each section of the menu (depending on the number in your party) is recommended. The menu is constantly evolving based on seasonality, and we were told that about 30% of the menu turns over within any given month. I particularly enjoyed the generous portion of seasonal veggies (cabbage, sprouts, radish) on every dish, which added freshness and contributed to that local flair. At the end of the night, our bill was $170 (including a bottle of wine) which we thought was reasonable for the quantity and quality of food.<br />
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As it was only Hubby and I, we decided to skip the snacks and move right into the wood boards. We opted for the <b><i>fish charcuterie</i></b> which was a genius play on the typical meat charcuterie (and perfect for pescatarians like me!). The combination of fish changes regularly, and on the night of our visit consisted of a "pot of octopus" (grilled and chopped in a mason jar, covered in black sesame seeds- my favourite!), smoked tuna and anchovies. On the side was a nice selection of flatbread, crostini, pickled veg and sprouts. A great sharing plate and the perfect start to the meal.<br />
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<b><i>Grilled beets and burrata</i></b>- This was my favourite dish, which is not surprising since I am such a sucker for beets. This was a perfectly composed dish, with grilled beet, grilled baby carrot and a bit of raw beet and a carrot puree for contrasting textures. Add some creamy burrata cheese and you have a winner!<br />
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<b><i>Smoked duck wings</i></b>- Hubby could not stop talking about these gems, particularly the sweet, sticky, Asian-flavoured sauce.<br />
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<b><i>Turnip top and tail gnocchi</i></b>- I loved everything about this dish, except the unfortunate inedible skin of the turnips (the only let down of the evening). The gnocchi themselves were wonderful, and the hazelnuts were a perfect addition to an otherwise light dish. <br />
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<b><i>Black lentil cabbage roll</i></b>- These were literally a vegan's dream, with perfectly cooked lentils rolled inside a cabbage leaf and topped with a slew of mixed mushrooms. Filling and delicious!<br />
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<u><b>Overall verdict? </b></u><br />
Juniper is a place that I can see myself going back to again and again. With its constantly changing, local menu, its welcoming atmosphere and heartfelt service, I hope that I am right in predicting a long and successful life for this Chinatown newbie. Until the next time Juniper!<br />
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<br />Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-59863776953544547622016-06-24T23:20:00.001-07:002016-06-24T23:22:16.681-07:00Nomad- A Main St. Gem<br />
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Atmosphere (5/5):<br />
The restaurant, located at Main and King Edward, has a small and unassuming exterior that I happened to notice one Saturday morning on my way to the Nat Bailey Farmer's Market. Although it is only a 75 seat restaurant, the room appears much larger thanks to impressively high ceilings. The space is divided into an upstairs and downstairs, with a bar along one wall. The seating is well spaced so we did not feel as though we were too cozy with our neighbours. Space was jammed full on this Saturday evening and very full of life. <br />
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Service (4/5): Our main server was great, regularly coming back to ask us how we were liking our dishes and taking the time to explain each element on the plate. It was evident that he enjoyed his work and took a lot of pride in working there. <br />
The service started out very fast and slowed toward the end of the evening (we waited quite a long time for our bill) but this is easily forgiven as a party of 32 was seated about 30 minutes after us and we had been told that when we made the reso that day.<br />
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Food/drink: Nomad has a nice, tight cocktail list with signature and classic cocktails. I loved the Holy Grail (server compared it to a Negroni, alcohol-forward, not so sweet cocktail) and my friend enjoyed the Femme Fatale (a little sweeter, to her liking).<br />
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Food menu relatively small (usually a good sign), and showcases local, Pacific Northwest cuisine. The menu goes from least expensive, smallest snacks to midsize smaller plates to more costly larger plates. You could easily pick an appie and main each, but sharing is encouraged which is what we did. I am pescatarian, but they offered to accommodate sharing by putting some of the meats that came in the dish on the side for my friend to enjoy (chorizo, pork belly) and serving the rest on sharing plates. The sizes of the dishes were extremely generous for the price, but I still advise trying as many of the delicious dishes as you can!<br />
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Here is a look at the dishes we enjoyed (shared between my friend and I):<br />
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Roasted Beets and Grilled Gem Heats- The "jalapeño hummus" seemed odd on first glance but worked super well, as did the crispy onions for texture. Definately a departure from your average beet salad, and so much more interesting!<br />
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Grilled calamari- The thickly-sliced calamari was served over a delicious warm chickpea relish that I could eat on its own every day of the week. The homemade red pepper sauce and chimichurri were exceptional. There was a lot going on, but it all somehow all worked.<br />
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Herb potato gnocci- We loved this very generous bowl of light, pillowy gnocchi with a delicious fresh pesto soft cheese, diced portobellos and kale.<br />
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Northern Divine sturgeon- This fish steak easily cut in two to share. It as served with sun chokes and the most amazing shallot jam for a hint of sweetness that complemented the other components perfectly. I also loved the nice serving of greens nestled under the fish (no veggie shortage here!).<br />
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With so many new places popping up in Vancouver to try, I do not usually make it a habit of repeat restaurant visits but I predict that I will find myself back at Nomad pretty soon. This impressive Main St. gem is a must for anyone who enjoys local food, unique preparations and delicious flavour combinations. Nomad almost certainly has a great future ahead!<br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";">Atmosphere (5/5): Manresa is located in Los Gatos,
a quaint little town about 1hr outside of San Francisco. A little stroll
around the downtown before the 3+ hour dinner is highly recommended, as there
are many cute little shops and restaurants to check out and make note of for
future visits. If possible, find a place
in Los Gatos to stay overnight after your Manresa meal to avoid a long drive
back into San Fran afterwards. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";">In terms of the restaurant itself, it has been recently
rebuilt after a fire in summer of 2014 but still maintains a vintage charm.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is a comfortable space, with a welcoming
fireplace in the voyer and a dining room that is what I would call “sophisticated
casual”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Be sure to take a moment to
gawk at Chef Kinch's emmy for his appearance on "Mind of a Chef" (well deserved!),
showcased behind glass on the far wall. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";">Service (5/5)- The servers at Menresa were both professional
yet approachable. The highlight came near the end of our meal when we
were visited by David Kinch himself who came to check in with us about the meal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Then, to top it all off, we were invited into
the kitchen for a tour and got to chat with the sommelier and some of the
kitchen staff.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>All in all, we felt
pretty darn special by the time we left.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";">Food (10/10)-<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>There was not one dish in the whole 12+ course tasting menu that was anything short
of outstanding. In terms of style, there was a bit of Asian, a bit of French and a whole lotta local. Every dish was innovative, expertly conceived and perfectly
executed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Furthermore, the sequence and flow
of the meal, from amuse-bouche to main course, was spot on.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The “surprise factor” struck a perfect
balance, with lots of creativity and intrigue, but nothing forced or
gimmicky.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";">Manresa has risen to my top 3 meals of all times. The food definitely lives up to its 3 stars,
and it delivers on all other fronts with its pleasant atmosphere and
delightfully approachable service.
Having Chef Kinch there in person made or evening especially memorable. This is an experience that will stay with us
for years to come, and we will most certainly return again! <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-31349353135440946112016-06-18T13:55:00.003-07:002016-06-18T13:55:30.316-07:00Subtle Simplicity at San Fran's 3-Star Saison<div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;">
<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">178 Townsend St, </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";">http://saisonsf.com</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";">Reservations: Mandatory (max 90 days in advance)</span></div>
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<b>Atmosphere (5/5):</b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";">Saison is quite a surprisingly small space, very
intimate, with quite limited seating as compared to other places we have been.
The best part- the tremendous views of the open kitchen.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We were pretty much sitting right inside
with the chefs! This made for an especially "up close and personal"
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";"><b>Service (5/5):</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";">We really appreciated the very unpretentious
attitudes of the servers. They were all too happy to stay at or table and
chat, offer comments about dishes, tell stories about their own food
experiences and address all of or questions. Their very personable
approach was balanced by a very professional and flawless dinner service,
unrivaled by any other place we have been so far.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The service gets an A+ all the way around,
from the front of house to servers to the sommelier.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";"><b>Food (9/10):</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";">As one can glean from their website and previous
reviews, there is an Asian flair to the whole meal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Or evening started and ended with tea, and
Asian flavors and techniques were the centerpiece of most courses.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For the most part, dishes were very simple
and understated, but executed perfectly. So of our favourite dishes were prepared using their wood oven, which they used to prepare meat, veg and even bread. Saison is more about subtlety
and refinement than dramatic, “knock your socks off” flavors and presentations.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times";">Here is a sneak peak at our meal:<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">Vancouver, BC</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">(604) 620-7636</span><br />
http://www.cabrito.ca<br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Tastiness Factor: 9/10</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Atmosphere: 4/5</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Locavore Approved? YES- This little gem showcases primarily local ingredients with a few authentic Spanish accents mixed in for good measure. When we visited in January, the menu was chock full of winter veg (beet, celeriac, potato) as well as locally produced fare such as cheese from Salt Spring Island. For authenticity sake, spanish delicacies such as Iberico ham are also up for grabs. </b></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Reservations required? We walked in easily without a reservation, but once this place catches on, it may be a different story!</b></span><br />
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Cabrito is one of the new kids on the block in the uber hip Commercial Drive which is quickly becoming populated one of the up and coming foodie neighbourhoods in Vancouver. Having just opened in December, Cabrito is off the ground and running and had already found its stride when we visited in January. <br />
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Cabrito set up shop in the space previously occupied by the short lived Wishes and Luck, and made just some minor adjustments such as the eye-catching menu placed over the bar. It is a very quaint space, with a bit more room in the summer when they open up the front wall of the restaurant and make a few more seats outside. Without the front opened, it sits only about 30 guests, with seats against the far wall, a high top booth along the other side and a few seats at the bar looking into the kitchen. The small number of guests makes for very attentive and personal service, with water glasses always being refilled and lots of time taken for answering questions about dishes of interest. I thought it was pretty awesome when, after I commented on their beautiful serving dishes, they offered to get me the email address and instagram info of the artist who crafted the dishes after I and even more impressed when the chef himself came out of the kitchen to hand-deliver it and speak with us. He actually spent a good 15-20min outside of the kitchen chatting with customers which rarely ever happens in this city. Major points for that!<br />
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I went to Cabrito expecting traditional Spanish tapas like those at the beloved Espana in the West End. What I found though was a fusion of West Coast, Spanish and French cuisine (the chef himself is French). I loved the light, fresh flavour that the chef incorporated. He does not even own a deep fryer and everything is made with a good dollop of olive oil. In true Vancouver style, they also offer, clearly indicated items that are vegan and gluten free.<br />
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In terms of dining style, the dishes are made to share around the table, with the suggestion of 2 tapas for each diner. Hubby and I shared 4 between us, but ended up getting 2 extra because we wanted to sample more of what this talented chef had to offer. Get your friends together and go with a big group so you can order a good variety of dishes. <br />
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<b><i>Jengibre Margarita</i></b>- This is not your typical sweet margarita, and very well balanced with grapefruit juice and lime, ended with a lovely salted rim. It paired really nicely with the tapas as per the server's recommendation.<br />
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<b><i>Fresh beet tartare</i></b>- This lovely, light winter/fall dish came topped with a quail egg that we were told to mix in, giving it a nice texture for scooping onto the crostini. It was finished herbs for a nice hit of freshness.<br />
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<b><i>Scallops</i></b>- These were my personal favourite. The perfectly seared scallops were creatively skewered with celeriac and placed overtop a mound of sweet potatoes that were to die for.<br />
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<b><i>Meatballs</i></b>- These were Hubby's choice. I do not eat meat, but I greedily scarfed down every last drop of the tomato sauce around the balls as it was too good to leave behind. <br />
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<b><i>Ceviche</i></b>- I loved the addition of liquorice that came out subtly and added a unique twist. Again, very light and refreshing.<br />
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<b><i>Patatas Bravas</i></b>- This more traditional spanish dish was smothered in a lovely piquant tomato sauce smothered with a hint of smokiness.<br />
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<b><i>Risotto Galette</i></b>- This was Hubby's favourite of the night. The simple risotto (perfectly al dente) was seared for nice crispy edges and topped with arugula (that's about all you can see in this pic!). Simply delicious. <br />
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<b><u>Overall verdict?</u></b><br />
Cabrito was a very pleasant surprise, both in terms of the food and the overall vibe. It was one of the most personal and welcoming dining experiences that we have had in this city, and the tapas were equally impressive. And to top it all off, we got out for under $90 for the two of us, and we had more than enough to eat. <br />
With any luck, Cabrito will meet much future success!<br />
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<br />Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-73206785666563761952016-03-19T23:45:00.003-07:002016-03-19T23:45:51.618-07:00Jaw Dropping California Contemporary Cuisine at Quince<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">470 Pacific Ave, </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">San Francisco, CA 94133</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">+1 415-775-8500</span><br />
http://quincerestaurant.com<br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Tastiness Factor: 10/10</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Atmosphere: 5/5</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Service: 4.5/5</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Locavore Approved? As it reads on the front page of their website: "Quince features California contemporary cuisine that celebrates the seasonal bounty of Northern California". Chef Michael Tusk may specialize in French and Italian cooking techniques, but his ingredients are all about showcasing what California has to offer. </span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Reservation required? Although not as tough of a table to get as some, be sure to book Quince well in advance to secure your spot. I was pleased how readily available they were via email and how they rapidly responded to my email about dietary preferences within 24 hours. They also graciously accommodated a change in our reservation time about 2 weeks before our visit due to changes in our travel plans.</span></b><br />
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It is quite shocking that Quince had not even been on our restaurant radar until about a month prior to our New Year's trip to Napa. To be very honest, the only reason we ended up making a reservation there was because it was one of the few on the Michelin list that would accommodate us on New Year's Day when we would be making our our way back from Napa prior to catching our flight back to Vancouver the next morning.<br />
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Fortunately for us, the stars aligned and Quince was able to accommodate us for what was to be one of the best meals of our lives.<br />
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Quince is located in the Jackson Square area of San Francisco in a beautiful historic brick building. At the helm is chef Michael Husk, a well-seasoned chef who gained years of experience in Europe before moving back the to US to share his passion for French and Italian cuisine. In addition to Quince, he also owns a more casual restaurant next door called Cotogna, where he serves his delicious food in a more casual atmosphere. <br />
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Quince has been toted as one of the most elegant rooms in the Bay Area. It underwent a sizeable renovation in 2014 (apparently led by the chef's wife), adding beautiful a Japanese wall to partition the space into different rooms, an impressive glass chandelier and beautiful artwork and flower arrangements throughout. It is absolutely stunning.<br />
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As for the service, I must admit that it was not an instant success. At the beginning of our evening, I couldn't help compare the service to our experience Meadowood the night before, where the servers were 100% genuine, talkative and personable. Although the servers here were all very professional and attentive, I felt as if they initially seemed pressed for time and were always rushing off to the next table. As the night went on however, the servers seemed to pick up on our passion for good food they warmed up to us. We eventually had the sommelier himself, who found out that we were fellow Canadians, come out to our table to have a chat and hand deliver a complimentary glass of an amazing Napa Pinot Noir. Then, to top it all off, we were invited into the kitchen at the end of the meal for a quick tour and a last little palate cleaner (a gin and tonic in a bite!). Thankfully, the service really did a 360, going from rushed and impersonal, then skyrocketing far and beyond expectations, such that we felt very special by the end of the evening. A very fortunate turn of events indeed!<br />
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Quince offers only one option to diners- its $200 prix fixe menu. Having said that, they will gladly accommodate dietary restrictions and some general food preferences. On the night of our visit, there were also 2 "add-on" options to the prix fixe menu, showcasing end-of-season truffles that were on display at the back of the restaurant. In addition to the food menu, they also do cocktails and have a very extensive wine list, with over 100 pages of champagne and wine offerings.<br />
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The food ay Quince is described on website as "California contemporary cuisine that celebrates the seasonal bounty of Northern California". There were notably french and italian elements weaved into the tasting menu, which stem from Chef Tusk's experiences in Europe as a young chef. The most memorable, and one the of house specialties, is the fresh pasta which we were fortunate to get as 3 of our tasting menu dishes. When we had our tour of the kitchen, we were shown a cooking station dedicated solely to pasta, which was apparently one of the chef's requests when the renovation was done. Quince's more casual sister restaurant next door, Cotogna, also further showcases Tusk's knack for pasta.<br />
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I would advise coming to Quince with an empty belly. We left more full than we had been after the French Laundry or Meadowood, as there were lots of special touches and surprises scattered throughout the meal which I found very fun and exciting. There were lots of playful dishes as well, including very creative creative canapés, food served with tweezers instead of cutlery, and a bit of smoke for good measure. Also impressive were the serving dishes, including beautiful wooden bowls that we were told were designed by an artist who lives in the bush without a telephone! Their attention to detail with plating really added to the experience.<br />
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Here is a peak at the dishes we enjoyed:<br />
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<b><u>Overall Verdict?</u></b><br />
As we were leaving Quince that evening, Hubby turned to me with a shocked look on his face saying "I think that may have been the best meal of my life!". That is quite a compliment, considering we have just dined the last two nights at the French Laundry and Meadowood! Quince was certainly the wild card of the trip, but ended up surpassing our greatest expectations. We predict that it will not be long until Quince earns its 3rd star. <br />
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<br />Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-20612193851091235182016-02-21T00:36:00.000-08:002016-02-21T00:36:20.497-08:00Casual culinary excellence at Solbar<span style="color: red;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">755 Silverado Trail N, </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;">https://www.solagecalistoga.com/dine/</span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Tastiness Factor: 9.5/10</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Atmosphere: 5/5</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Locavore Approved? YES- Brandon Sharp has worked as Chef de Partie at the French Laundry and has clearly learned a thing or two about being a locavore. Out dishes were chock-full of winter veg from local farmers (as stated at the top of the menu) and the menu changes daily to reflect the freshest of ingredients. I would love to return in the summer to see what Sharp has up his sleeve with a more bountiful crop.</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Reservations required? In high season, maybe so but when we were there in late December, there were tables to be had and we were able to change our reservation to a later time on the day of. Seems like a place that welcomes walk-ins, and if you have to wait, there very cozy lounge, with spots at the bar and lots of comfy couches, is a great place to pass the time. </b></span><br />
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Solbar was a late addition to the restaurant roster for our New Year's Napa trip. With French Laundry and Meadowood reserved, we were looking a third restaurant to sandwich between them that was more casual to give ourselves a chance to "recover" from one tasting menu and get ready for the next. After some googling, I came across Solbar which seemed promising as a contrast to those two, with an eclectic menu and more chill, hip vibe and a Michelin Star to boot.<br />
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Solbar is located at the Solage Resort, a beautiful resort located in the up-and-coming Calistoga, located at the north end of Napa. This little city has traditionally received much less press than other places in Napa but this is all changing with places like Solage and now the development of a Four Seasons resorts in the city of just over 5000.<br />
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Solbar is the restaurant at Solage, and is open for breakfast, lunch, Sunday brunch and dinner. There is also a nice lounge area beside the restaurant to enjoy cocktails and a few munchies, or even dinner at the bar.<br />
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The room at Solbar is beautiful, with nice high ceilings and and large windows framing the space. <br />
Although there was a definite elegance to the space, the decor was simple and there were some rustic elements including the beautiful wooden sphere light fixtures. At the time of year we were visiting, there were tasteful Xmas decorations around the room including a spectacular plus-sized wreath on the window behind the bar. All in all, the vibe was much more laid back than many Michelin star joints. For the most part, guests wore jeans and other casual clothing, especially in the lounge where it seemed like mostly hotel guests winding down after a long day of wine tastings.<br />
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This casual and relaxed vibe came through in the service as well. We first sat at the bar, where a very gracious and hard-working bartender served up some nice cocktails. In the dining room, our main server was excellent, taking time to explain the menu, providing us with excellent dish recommendations and checking up on us regularly. Other servers arrived in a timely fashion to refill our water, serve our dishes and double check to make sure we were satisfied.<br />
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At the helm in the kitchen is Brandon Sharp who has a very impressive resume, having worked at some of the country's best restaurants (Chef de Partie at The French Laundry and Sous Chef at Gary Danko in San Francisco. And it shows in his food.<br />
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His menu is quite succinct, with 8 appetizers and 8 mains. Each course is then subdivided into 4 "higher, lighter dishes" in green, and 4 "hearty" dishes in red. Despite the small menu, there is something for everyone with a nice mix of vegetarian, fish and meat dishes. The menu changes daily, with tweaks to dishes based on what ingredients are available that day.</div>
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Here is a look at the dishes Hubby and I enjoyed:<br />
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<b><i>Autumn chopped salad</i></b>- Based on this title, the dish I was served was not at all what I was expecting. Having said that, I would venture to say that this was one of my favourite dishes of my trip. It was very simple, with little piles of quinoa, avocado, mango and pear, but the combination of textures and flavours came together to make a very well-composed dish. It is the mark of a truly great chef to make something seemingly simple become unforgettable.<br />
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<b><i>Gulf shrimp a la plancha</i></b>- Hubby's appie was also quite memorable, with bold and spicy flavours from the patties bravas and chile hot sauce that was balanced by sweet kumquats. <br />
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<b><i>Snake river farms flatiron steak</i></b>- The steak, from a small family owned farm known for some of the best steaks in the country, was perfectly prepared (medium rare). It was served with a generous portion of veggies, including the most succulent hen of the wood mushrooms and brocollini as well as decadent leek fritters. <br />
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Portions were very generous, so we decided to opt out of dessert but the menu looked equally creative and, based on our dishes, would be no doubt worth the splurge!<br />
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<b><u>Overall Verdict?</u></b><br />
As the "wild card" on our trip, we did not come in with super high expectations but we left with very high praise. This is the perfect place for those who love excellent food but are in the mood for a more low-key and casual evening after a long day of wine tours or whatever brings you to beautiful Napa. Chef Sharp has recently opened a second restaurant in Calistoga called Evangeline, specializing in Creole food, which will definitely be on the agenda during our next Napa trip after our excellent experience at Solbar. Definitely worth a visit!<br />
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<br />Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-25866153903342323572016-02-13T23:02:00.002-08:002016-02-15T22:21:39.843-08:00A Taste of Heaven on Earth at Meadowood Napa Valley Resort<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">900 Meadowood Ln, </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">St Helena, </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 16px;">CA </span><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Tastiness Factor: 10/10</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Atmosphere: 5/5</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Service: 5/5</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Locavore Approved? YES- Chef Christopher Kostow is dedicated to using local ingredients in his avant-garde dishes. I loved the story we were told by our server about his use of whelks. Apparently Chef Kostow used to love using lobster at the restaurant. When the local fishermen would catch the lobster, there were whelks caught in the nets that were typically just discarded. Chef Kostow started experimenting with different ways of using them in his dishes and he now embraces them. </span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Reservations required? YES-Aalthough not as hard to get as French Laundry, you still need to book far in advance (up to 3 months, by phone or online on Opentable). You may have a better shot at getting a reservation if you are a guest at the resort but this is certainly not a given, especially in high season. To be safe, plan far in advance!</span></b><br />
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Hubby and I had the great pleasure of not only dining at Meadowood but also staying at the resort over New Years this year. What an experience! <br />
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Before I get into details on the dining experience, it deserves mentioning how phenomenal the resort itself is. The attention to detail here is unrivalled. To start, the Concierge service is outstanding. On arrival, the concierge asked if we needed anything, so I mentioned a bunch of different things we were considering (wineries, Oakville Grocery, Oxbow Market). Within an hour of our arrival, we were hand-delivered a typed personal itinerary for our next 2 days, including winery tours that the concierge had booked for us. Other notable luxuries include a 24-hour car service to drive you around the resort, a beautiful hike around the grounds (with little water stops at intervals along the way), a full gym with multiple fitness classes throughout the day, a brand new spa, and much, much more. Prepare to be amazed!<br />
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Now to the restaurant itself which is equally spectacular. The room is magical, bringing in elements of Mother Nature like magical "floating" branches high on the walls of the front room, and a phenomenal pillar in the middle of the main room covered in bark that looked just like a cedar tree growing out of the floor. The front room where we waited for your table and enjoyed a pre-dinner cocktail was pretty chilly on the New Year's Eve night that we visited, but fortunately we were able to snuggle up near one of the massive fireplaces to stay toasty. I loved my tequila based cocktail which had a great evolution of flavour from sweet to sour to spicy, while Hubby enjoyed the Butter Bourbon.<br />
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The service at in the Restaurant at Meadowood was some of the best we have ever experienced. The servers were so genuine, so accommodating and so willing to entertain our questions. We were introduced to our main server and sommelier right off the bat, and they made us feel as though we were the only ones in the dining room. They seemed genuinely pleased to be spending their New Years Eve at work! We particularly appreciated the free bottle of champagne given to each table to ring in the New Year.<br />
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The wine list at Meadowood is impressive, with glasses of wine starting at $30 and bottles averaging $300-500, with some more than $5000. Although we stayed at the lower end of price range for wine, the very knowledgeable sommelier was very gracious in helping us make a choice that suited our tastes. For those who are so inclined, there are also wine pairings available ($225). <br />
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Now to the star of the night- the multi-course dinner. We had no idea what would be delivered to our table as we were not actually given the menu until the end of our meal (a beautiful keepsake, presented in a covering that looked cedar bark). Our tasting menu had more "blow your mind" moments than any other I have had. Chef Kostow threw in lots of surprises along the way (chicken cooked in sourdough, whelk that was transformed by combining it with scallop and butter, a whole pumpkin brought tableside and scooped out) without being overly theatrical. There was just enough wow factor to make it fun and entertaining, but still classy and elegant. <br />
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The meal is very seafood-forward, and there were only 2 courses that needed to be altered from the Chef's Tasting Menu to accommodate on my pescatarian request. Chef Kostow uses the best ingredients he can get his hands on, including produce from his garden (they use a greenhouse in the winter) and meat and fish sourced locally. Even their legumes were special, with heirloom beans brought in from Rancho Gordo which is renowned for bringing back extinct heirloom bean varieties. One of my favourite treats of the evening was the matsumamaki mushrooms picked and delivered the day before. Its not every day you have to eat those beauties!<br />
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All in all, there were 12 courses of deliciousness in total, starting with a few small bites and ending with cheese, sorbet and a small dessert plus a few chocolates as a farewell. We left feeling perfectly satisfied, without being overly stuffed.<br />
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<b><u>Overall Verdict?</u></b><br />
Simply put, Meadowood is magical. From the moment we drove through the tree-lines road leading into the resort, I knew I was headed somewhere very special. And what I found was beyond anything I could have imagined.<br />
Until we meet again, dear Meadowood!<br />
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<br />Little Miss Locavorehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02222503517999899783noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182395158538028792.post-11270977974940763252016-01-23T23:27:00.001-08:002016-01-23T23:30:54.150-08:00The One and Only French Laundry<span style="color: red;"></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Tastiness Factor: 10/10</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Atmosphere: 4.5/5</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Service: 5/5</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Locavore Approved? YES- Thomas Keller is very passionate about using the freshest of ingredients, and is a pioneer of the locavore movement. The farm across the street from his restaurant, where he sources many of his ingredients from, is a testament to this. Another sign of Keller's dedication to local produce is that he offers a nightly vegetarian tasting menu alongside the Chef's tasting menu, where he really gets to show off these farm delicacies. </b></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Reservations required? ABSOLUTELY!!!- It is an absolute must that you call at opening time (10 am PST) to try your luck at getting a spot. We first tried online at exactly midnight on the 2 month ahead mark, but were unsuccessful at snagging a spot (I think there are only a handful of reservations released for each time slot). When we called at 10am the next morning (right on the dot), I got the busy signal again and again, while Hubby managed to get through and fortunately, managed to get our preferred time slot at 8:45pm. My recommendation- don't be picky, take any time you can get if you are lucky enough to get through! I imagine it is even more difficult to get through in peak season.</b></span><br />
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There are few days in my life that I was as excited as the day that we managed to secure our reservation at the French Laundry. We had booked a trip to Napa for New Years and had been counting down to the 2 month mark before our arrival to try our chances at getting one of the toughest tables in the world. The plans for our whole Napa experience were hinging on getting in, and when Hubby finally managed to get through on that fateful day, we were both over the moon. As foodies, we just had to knock French Laundry off the bucket list!<br />
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On our drive from the San Francisco airport to Napa, our first stop was to go into Yountville on the way to our resort to cast our eyes on the French Laundry during daylight. We were actually surprised by its humble exterior, reminiscent of a house in the French countryside, with its brick walls covered in vines. We also took a walk by its sprawling farm across the street, complete with a few greenhouses to which were key to keeping things growing at this cooler time of year. <br />
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That same night, we returned for our much anticipated dinner. Upon entering, we were greeted by a tastefully decorated Xmas tree in keeping with the season. We were welcomed and quickly ushered upstairs to our table. This upper floor was divided in two separate rooms, with a large group seated in one room, and smaller tables in the other room where we were seated. We had a table right at the top of the stairs which was not ideal, but the staff moving past us up and down the stairs were very slick so it was not much of a problem.<br />
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Unlike many of the newer Michelin restaurants, the decor is anything but modern. It is very classic, verging on dated, and seems quite appropriate considering what an institution the French Laundry is. And I do not expect this to change anytime soon. Keller is currently going into a massive kitchen renovation that began last winter and is still ongoing as evidenced by the temporary kitchen that we passed on the way to our table. There is no word on any changes being made to the dining room and I would assume that after this current huge undertaking, the dining rooms will be staying as is for the time being.<br />
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In keeping with this very traditional decor, it should be noted that there is a dressed that on their website, it clearly states that "jackets are required for both lunch and dinner service". Interestingly, we did notice at least one guest who was wearing jeans and a winter vest, so it is not clear how strictly this is enforced. For the most part though, guests were dressed in semi-formal attire (suits for men, dresses for women).<br />
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In terms of service, I was pleasantly surprised to find that pretension was nowhere to be found. All in all, everything went flawlessly from start to finish, thanks to a very attentive and friendly main server who was very kind in answering all of our questions, and many other assistant servers who delivered our dishes in with precision and timeliness. <br />
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We also benefitted from an excellent sommelier, who was again very professional but not arrogant or intimidating. They have modernized their wine list by putting all of the 150+ pages on an iPad that guests can flick through at their leisure. Since we had finally made it to the French Laundry, we wanted to really take advantage of the full experience and therefore inquired about wine pairings. As in many other restaurants of this caliber, we had expected the option of set wine pairings by the glass but this is not something that is regularly offered here. Instead, the sommelier put us together some lovely pairings with a few half bottles, including a champagne to start and a port to go with dessert. We particularly appreciated how he was able to choose such wonderful pairings that went both with Hubby's regular tasting menu and my vegetarian menu.<br />
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The French Laundry experience comes in two different forms- the Chef's Tasting Menu and a vegetarian tasting menu. For a few courses, there are 2 choices, one of which required a supplementary charge ($50-200). I was informed that they would tweak the Chef's menu to suit my pescatarian request, but I am glad to have gone out on a limb and tried the vegetarian menu. Keller is one of the forefathers of the locavore movement, so knows all about how to treat produce and I was amazed at what he delivered, even at this time of year when fruit and veg is less plentiful. Hubby also loved the regular menu from start to finish. At the end of the meal, we remarked on the precision and perfection of each and every dish. In this respect, the French Laundry is a frontrunner among all of the other Michelin restaurants we have dined in. Others may get higher marks for the "wow" factor and creativity, but the French Laundry's execution of perfect plates cannot be beat. <br />
Absolutely flawless.<br />
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Here is a look at our unforgettable evening. Fortunately, on our way out, we were handed a folder with a lovely printed copy of each menu to reflect back upon, as well as a booklet detailing where all of the evening's produce originated from.<br />
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Dining at the French Laundry was one of our most anticipated dining adventures to date, and was everything we hoped it would be. The execution and precision of each and every dish was mind-blowing, and made it clear to us why Thomas Keller is regarded as one of the world's most revered chefs. We feel so fortunate to have had this opportunity and to have knocked this long-awaited meal off our bucket list!</div>
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<b><span style="color: red;">Tastiness Factor: 8/10</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Atmosphere: 3.5/5</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Service: 2.5/5</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Locavore Approved? Kinda- While many of their tasting menu dishes do seem to repeat themselves all year round, I was impressed with the seasonality of my vegetarian tasting menu and their very local-friendly cheese course offerings (pretty much all from Quebec). </span></b><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>Reservations required? Although we booked pretty close to the date for our Wednesday night reservation with no trouble, you will want to book with some time to spare for a weekend reservation.</b></span><br />
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Europea, known for its showy, out of the box dishes, had been recommended to me by several people before I made my way there a short while ago with co-workers while visiting Montreal for a conference. It has the prestigious Relais and Chateau designation and as per their website, they also own quite a number of other restaurants in town.<br />
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Although its style of food preparation and presentation is modern, the setting at Europea is pretty old-school. It is located in an old historic row house off Rue St. Catherine, Montreal's renowned shopping street. Its two floors are divided into a number of rooms. We were seated in a back room to one side of the kitchen that had only 4 tables in it, making us feel as though we had our own semi-private alcove. Having said that, I did miss the energy that you usually feel in a busy restaurant when surrounded by others, and felt a little secluded. The decor is quite dated, with some elements starting to look a little worn. There are a few over-the-top elements, like the large modern statue near us which looked a little out of place in this historic building. <br />
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Service was up and down. Some servers were lovely and warm. The nicest by far was the server we met near the end of the meal, when we went to choose the cheeses for our tasting menu in the "cheese cave". I confessed that I am not a real cheese lover and he very kindly worked with me to choose some to my liking. The sommelier was quite good at describing our wine pairings, and was obviously passionate and knowledgeable about his craft. Unfortunately, there were a few others throughout the evening who appeared quite exasperated and were quite flippant, particularly towards us English speakers at the table. The worst part however was the speed of service. I have no idea why but we ended up being the last ones in the whole restaurant despite having a 7pm reservation. It was a 5 hour meal! I have had plenty of tasting menus in my day and am more than happy to enjoy a 3-3.5 hour meal, but 5 hours is excessive! We sometimes waited 20-30 minutes between courses which, for a 15+ course tasting menu, is just too long. Other tables around us seemed to be finished much quicker so I am a bit puzzled as to why ours dragged on for what seemed like forever. To top it all off, they rudely started setting tables for the next day around us when we were still working on our entree courses. Talk about making customers feel unappreciated! Overall, the attention to detail and overall customer service fell below what I would expect from a Relais and Chateau restaurant of this caliber.<br />
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Switching gears now to the menu, we were first offered 3 wine pairing options to choose from- elegant, prestige, deluxe. Elegant was reasonably priced at $79, while the Delux was several hundred dollars. For true wine lovers, the Deluxe pairing may be well worth it, as there were some pretty special wines and champagnes offered throughout the meal that the sommelier was obviously giddy about.<br />
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In terms of food, chef Jerome Ferrer prepares French food that is anything but classic French. Europea is famous for its whimsical and playful preparations (lots of molecular gastronomy) that certainly kept us entertained. Diners can choose the 15+ courses signature menu, the vegetarian tasting menu (not on the printed menu, but is on their website) or a la carte option (which also comes with some "extras" along the way). I ordered the vegetarian menu and, while I did really appreciate the use of seasonal produce (squash, root veg, artichoke for fall), I felt that I received quite a bit less than the signature menu in terms of both food quality and quantity which would have been acceptable had it been at a lower price point. There were certainly a few stand-out dishes (I adored the spaghetti squash dish), while some other dishes were simply a few bland vegetables on the plate. My dinner mates had the signature tasting menu and were served a nice mix of seafood, poultry and pork (heavier on the seafood end). Overall, they enjoyed the dishes quite a bit, but overall enjoyed the earlier small dishes better than the later "main" dishes. <br />
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Here is a look at our tasting menus (dishes from both the vegetarian and standard tasting menus included). In reading previous reviews, it appears as though many dishes stay the same for months at a time and some are permanently left on the menu, so you may recognize many of these if you dine there.<br />
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In many ways, Europea is an experience that delights the senses and provides a an over-the-top experience full of smoke and mirrors. While myself and my dining companions enjoyed the surprises along the way, the service was a bit of a let down for the price. I also felt as though the flashiness sometimes got in the way of food quality. </div>
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