Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Please, no more foams



at Bluestem in Kansas City

I'll admit that once upon a time, I thought the picture above was just the height of culinary achievement. I am pretty tired of foams, clouds, pillows, etc., etc. as side dishes. 

Even though Bluestem -- one of my all-time favorite restaurants -- seems to still be obsessed with this culinary fad, I'll overlook it because the food is just incredible. I did a 5-course menu and everything was just out of this world. Spectacular looking plates that were also delicious.

Here is a recap of my meal:
- My amuse bouche of melon juice with a watermelon foam (pictured above)

- Torchon de foie gras - served with a pour of Sauternes

- Wagyu tartare - served with Gosset Champagne (excellent pairing)

- Deconstructed Bouillabaise with scallop and shrimp (yummy)

- Wagyu striploin - served with some "baby Brunello" (not a big fan of the wine but the Wagyu was just incredible)

- Tres Leche cake with roasted peaches and praline - served with Moscato D'Asti (also excellent)


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