Tag: cheese
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Paris. Chasing the romantic ghost.
When I asked my daughter if she could pick any place in the world to see she chose Paris. A city hopelessly entwined with the collective consciousness of postcard stereotypes and cartoon romanticism. Both deeply longed for in my lust for French cuisine and French movies and repelled by through my fear of being…
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Pineapple and Pearls – May 8th, 2018
I was visiting Washington DC for a couple of nights and chef Aaron Silverman’s two Michelin starred Pineapple and Pearls came highly recommended. The website is a bit mysterious with no sample menu and very few photos. The restaurant offers one 12-course meal with either an alcoholic or non-alcoholic pairing, all inclusive for $325.…
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Alinea – February 10, 2018
Alinea had been at the top of my list for years now. I’m drawn to surprising molecular presentations and Grant has a reputation for deep concepts. It’s always dangerous to have such high expectations which have disappointed me in the past. I had specifically avoided looking at past menus there to keep the surprise at…
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From trdelníky to goulash: the hunt for traditional Czech food in Prague.
Umodre Kachnicky Restaurant specializing in duck. I chose the tasting menu. The Hemingway Bar The Chili Bar The Chili bar is a tiny bar hidden away in a hard to find…
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Alexandre – December 12, 2017
Alexandre Alexandre was a very happy surprise. I was in Brussels unexpectedly for a few days and ran across Alexandre online while looking for a nice dinner spot. My intuition did not let me down. A fantastic meal. Every course was spot on. Both delicious, beautiful, and surprising. Everything I look forward to in a…
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La Degustation – August 11, 2016
La Degustation The majority of my time in Prague was spent eating duck, goulash, and other hardy tradition food along with an endless selection of amazing beer but I was very excited to make the pilgrimage to such a great dining experience. Not only was each course delicious and surprising, the meal seemed liked an…
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The Ledbury – July 15, 2015
The Ledbury – London When I was last in London I took my daughter to Brett Graham’s amazing restaurant. The Ledbury had not been on my radar but quickly stood out as one of the best restaurants in London. Creative and highly detailed each course stood out with a clean and precise voice. Creative plating…