My narrow scope of Vietnamese food was limited to various bowls of pho or rice plates. Thanks to a friend and Bamboo Bistro, my appreciation for Vietnamese cuisine has greatly expanded.
On the first day of the New Year, my taste buds were treated to a seven course meal consisting of four beef plates.
Started off with a beef salad with Julian slices of celery, mint, carrots, and daikon. The textures and flavors were uniquely refreshing. I can get use to this kind of salad.
The next dish was a chicken and squid combination with a curry pancake thing on top, and the third was a honey glazed quail. Tasty.
The next three courses were a variation of beef: grilled beef, meatloaf, and paper thin slices of beef in vinegar. Mmmmm . . . meat.
The final course was a hearty soup with rice and ground beef. It was the kind of soup that makes you feel good on a cold day when you're not feeling too good. It was a great way to end the meal.
The food was filling without feeling stuffed, and I'm thankful for the experience.
Overall, Bamboo Bistro is the first Vietnamese restaurant with a nice sit down feel and will having me returning for more.