We arrived a few minutes too late after the kitchen closed, so the beignewichs were not available. However the friendly guy behind the counter offered to whip up some sweet doughnuts for us instead. That gesture was enough to have me coming back the next day.
And so we did!
What we really came for were the infamous: Beignewiches.
Order 1) Smoked salmon, capers, creme fraiche, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes
Order 2) Pulled pork belly, sprouts, scallions and hoisin sauce
Both served on savory doughnuts buns.
IMAGINE THAT.
I loved that the doughnuts were made to order. The beignewiches came out steaming hot -- tongue-burnable. The doughnut sandwiches were not overly saturated with bold flavors, but just enough to leave the palate wanting for more... and more. They also gave us a healthy sampling of a Russian salad that they were working on adding to their menu.
Again, outstanding.
Thanks for the great service and delicious beignewiches!