Amazing luxury dining experience at this One-star Michelin restaurant! Be sure to make reservations for the counter so you can peek at the delights in progress.
The service was impeccable: polished yet friendly. Incredibly informative and descriptive. The Sommalier was also very welcoming and shared some wonderful tips with us.
My Husband and I were celebrating our birthdays, so we splurged and did the Discovery Tasting Menu (11 courses) for $159 pp. Holy. It was a feast of seasonal delights. And it was really special to see how each plate was painstakingly created.
The name of the restaurant means the Artist's workshop/studio... so even the decor and dark walls, with red lights strategically placed showcased the chefs' hands at their craft. And each plate is stunning. Clearly I'm a fan.
The Discovery Menu was full of very rich tastes... so prepare to be wowed.
See photo as I'm sure the menu changes often.
the highlights:
Foie gras parfait with port wine and parmesan foam -
-a super light and creamy foie gras flavored tasting. Not too intense. Delicious.
Alaskan King Crab with fresh peas
-SO FRESH and to die for!
White onion tart with smoked bacon, quail egg "mirror" and asparagus
- One of my favorite courses! The pastry was perfectly crusty, it was the most upscale play on a pizza
The Foie Gras - seared to perfection, this was the biggest portion of the delicacy that I've ever been served. Not for the faint of heart though... FG fans will be in heaven. Hubby gamely took a few bites and passed it onto to me to finish.
The Hanger Steak was not to be missed! served with their
signature mashed potatoes = absurdly decadent.
Strawberry with tequila gelee fresh blackberries and pop rocks
This dessert is a MUST!!!!! I giggled the entire time... The first bites were like nothing I have ever had, especially at a place like this. Whimsical!